Author & Poet
(Published in Wingless Dreamer’s “Field of Black Roses Anthology)
I know one day you will take your last breath
Leave me and grasp the cold hand of death
I want you to touch me as you pass on
Leave your fingers’ impress after you’ve gone
Pillows behind you
Quilt on your lap
I’ll stroke your head gently
Pretend it’s a nap
Your head will nod slowly as if you agree
I cannot survive this—it should have been me
To go first.
I should have been first.
Impressively original, exceptionally charming, fully entertaining, and with an important message about the importance of the acceptance of difference for children ages 5-8, "Who Wants to be Friends With a Dragon?" is an especially and unreservedly recommended addition to family, elementary school, and community library collections for young readers.
This book is an awesome, welcome addition to my little children’s library. Should be picked up by therapists, teachers, parents and grandparents if they want their children to learn to accept and socialize with other children different from them. Couldn’t ask for a better book to share with my little friends.
The story follows a timid dragon that wishes to leave his current world and make new acquaintances. The book can be used to teach children about not being judgmental of others and how a single act of kindness can go a long way toward building great relationships.
"There are multiple teachable moments within “Who Wants To Be Friends With A Dragon” for parents and teachers to expand upon. I believe this book will make an exceptional addition to any school, church, daycare, or family library."
Linda Drattell’s latest poetry collection is a reflection born out of resilience… tenacity, healing, dealing with unexpected trials and contemplating the wonder of everyday life… Her poems honor the precious bonds with loved ones …I like to revisit her words, to savor them in silence or share them…