Yo Soy Muslim

Yo Soy Muslim

Picture book
"It has been said
if you climb a tree
to the very top and laugh,
your smile will touch the sky."
Mark Gonzales' Yo Soy Muslim is a father's letter to his beloved
daughter. It was inspired by his own daughter. The first pages abound
with joyous imagination.
Sadly the father must tell his child that not all the world will
value her as he does. He gives her positive ways in which she can
respond to prejudice. I especially love the following lines:
"No matter what they say
know you are wondrous.
A child of crescent moons,
a builder of mosques,
a descendent of brilliance,
an ancestor in training."
Yo Soy Muslim is a book to share with all our children.
On a purrrsonal note, it turns out I had no reason to worry about
Amber's bridal shower. It was wonderful. It wasn't at all formal--
just a lovely celebration of Amber and Brian and their love for each
other. There was a nice blend of family and Amber and Brian's school
friends. The food was great--even waffles you could put toppings on.
(I had strawberries, blueberries, maple syrup, and whipped cream).
Everyone was engaged in and loved the games. I won how well do you
know the bride and groom? with a perfect score. Amber had good times
too which would make it a purrrfect event.
As we get closer to the wedding itself, remind me I have nothing
to worry about...
...even though it will be in a [yikes!] country club.
A great big shout out goes out to all who attended the bridal shower
and the sweet little cat I came home to.
jules hathaway






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