Re: The adventures of Pat Ella

[Guest guest]

I think it is a wonderful idea. When I was a counselor for children in grades

k-4, I was always looking for books like this that helped to get

conversations going, let kids know that they are not the only ones, and to

convey

knowledge. THey often would want to share this type of book with their family

and

friends.

I was always going to write a kids book on divorce because I delt with so

much of it at work and was accepted by the court systems as an expert witness

in

these cases. Then one day, a kids author came to interview me to get

direction so SHE could write the book! UGHH!

I did, actually , write about 6-8 books/ counselor guides on different topics

ranging from bullying to peer pressure. Hmmmmm,. I wonder if that publisher

would publish something like that? He is small time compared to most and

focuses on things for Kids and problems. Not how he phrases it but can't

remember

how. Anyway, I also editted some of his stuff.

In a message dated 4/16/2004 10:09:45 AM Eastern Daylight Time,

EDSLana@... writes:

> Jo,

> I can see it now a book for kids with EDS and/or

dislocating

> patella's called " The Adventures of Pat Ella " to expalin to them

> about what he does when he goes off on his adventures.

You know, Jo, and Sharon, this would be a GREAT idea, and perhaps a

fundraiser?? Just a thought, Jo. I don't know if you would have

time or feel like doing this, but I bet there are a lot of parents

that may like something like this for their kids.

What does everyone else think???

Love Lana

[Guest guest]

I think it is a wonderful idea. When I was a counselor for children in grades

k-4, I was always looking for books like this that helped to get

conversations going, let kids know that they are not the only ones, and to

convey

knowledge. THey often would want to share this type of book with their family

and

friends.

I was always going to write a kids book on divorce because I delt with so

much of it at work and was accepted by the court systems as an expert witness

in

these cases. Then one day, a kids author came to interview me to get

direction so SHE could write the book! UGHH!

I did, actually , write about 6-8 books/ counselor guides on different topics

ranging from bullying to peer pressure. Hmmmmm,. I wonder if that publisher

would publish something like that? He is small time compared to most and

focuses on things for Kids and problems. Not how he phrases it but can't

remember

how. Anyway, I also editted some of his stuff.

In a message dated 4/16/2004 10:09:45 AM Eastern Daylight Time,

EDSLana@... writes:

> Jo,

> I can see it now a book for kids with EDS and/or

dislocating

> patella's called " The Adventures of Pat Ella " to expalin to them

> about what he does when he goes off on his adventures.

You know, Jo, and Sharon, this would be a GREAT idea, and perhaps a

fundraiser?? Just a thought, Jo. I don't know if you would have

time or feel like doing this, but I bet there are a lot of parents

that may like something like this for their kids.

What does everyone else think???

Love Lana

[Guest guest]

Jo, that is such a cute idea!! Go for it!

[Guest guest]

Jo -- I think you should write a novel, too (seriously). You have a wonderful

talent for writing and humor.

Looking forward to more " adventures " --------------

Love, Patti

The adventures of Pat Ella

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[Guest guest]

> I'm seriously thinking I should write an adventure novel entitled

as

> above. Yes, you've guessed it my intrepid little kneecap has gone

> walk about again.

Jo,

I'm sincerely sorry this happened to you, but I gotta tell you, I

really enjoyed the story of how it came to happen!! You are one

terrific writer, girlfriend! Are many other attributes are you

hiding from us???? Hmmmmm?

Love Lana

[Guest guest]

> I'm seriously thinking I should write an adventure novel entitled

as

> above. Yes, you've guessed it my intrepid little kneecap has gone

> walk about again.

Jo,

I'm sincerely sorry this happened to you, but I gotta tell you, I

really enjoyed the story of how it came to happen!! You are one

terrific writer, girlfriend! Are many other attributes are you

hiding from us???? Hmmmmm?

Love Lana

[Guest guest]

> Jo,

> I can see it now a book for kids with EDS and/or

dislocating

> patella's called " The Adventures of Pat Ella " to expalin to them

> about what he does when he goes off on his adventures.

You know, Jo, and Sharon, this would be a GREAT idea, and perhaps a

fundraiser?? Just a thought, Jo. I don't know if you would have

time or feel like doing this, but I bet there are a lot of parents

that may like something like this for their kids.

What does everyone else think???

Love Lana

[Guest guest]

Jo!

This is why I admire you so much as a friend, family member and a

confidant. You are always able to make people smile no matter what

you are going through! I must say, I agree totally with everyone else

about writing a childrens book. I am sure you could get funding from

one of the EDS organizations for publications or even just leave it as

a web article on one of the major sites for kids to read. I dont know

how much I could do, but If i can be of any help just let me know!

Hope you knee has decided against the long treak to the Peaks of Pelvis

Stacey