UPS arrived around noon with another truckload of books from Random House, about 300 more (more are on the way) and Maria and I are headed over to Battenkill Books to sign them in the later afternoon. Call if you wish to talk to me or Maria and I (518 677-2515) if we are not on the phone or swamped we’ll be happy to chat with you.

So far, Connie has received orders for about 700 books, we are hoping to hit the 1,000 mark early next week. Connie and Kate Reid are still smiling, though barely conscious. It amazes me how courteous and composed they are on the hone, even when they are pent. We are tired, but happy tired. More books coming this weekend. Onward!. My hand is sore, I’ll dip them in warm wax. Maria has a box of colored pens and pencils, of course, an artist at work. You can order the book Battenkill and/ or use the bookstore’s website, they take major credit cards and Paypal and ship anywhere in the world.

I’m a little bleary but excited about this. Tomorrow I’m putting up a topic on FB in the morning, asking people to share photos of their three legged dogs or cats. Off to the bookstore soon. 518 677-2515.