The Fairy's Garden
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“Go to the giant oak tree near the lake. There is a very old tree nearby, it’s all hollow inside. Elves live there and it is from them that I heard about the giant garden under the ancient oak tree. Many creatures live there and they are not friends; they eat each other or fight for territory. We fairies wish to try something shocking, something that might help us change our world.”
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When the fairies living near an enchanting garden decided to try an experiment in nature, all the creatures living there were changed in the twinkling of an eye. No longer were there enemies, all were friends. Could this last? Can friendship and safety from harm create paradise? That was the question only time would provide the answer.
About the Author
I started writing fiction when I was twelve years old for fun. During my fifty-five-year career as a Department of Defense contractor procurement professional, I served as an air force public affairs officer. In that role, I wrote for newspapers, newsletters, and magazines. Two years ago, as my grandson (twelve) and I sat in my garden swing, he said “Nana, look at all the animals, insects, and stuff. We could write a story.” That is what we did, and he drew hundreds of pictures to express his view of the characters. He is a type 1 diabetic and very brave. He is also very smart. To reinforce my lack of talent, I took a course from the Institute of Children’s Literature. Sitting on my desk is the diploma. I had hoped this education would help me write the story in an interesting and compelling manner. I was told several years ago by my then boss’s wife that I am a late bloomer. I had just graduated from the University of Phoenix with a BS/BM at the age of sixty-four. I had been in management many years, but needed the satisfaction of being truly qualified. I live in Casselberry, Florida, on a lake. My garden, which is under a giant oak tree, and an “ear” tree has grown to almost one-half acre. My friends and I spend a lot of time just enjoying the scenery and the magic. Many of my friends have waited patiently for me to finally take a chance on publishing The Fairy’s Garden; one of my friends offered some sketches, which I will include in the material. I am seventy-one years old and still working. I passed the Florida exam for insurance agent this year and have the pleasure of working for my son-in-law in his retirement planning business. I still run 5K races and organize events for charities, the workplace, and church.