Through Frankie’s Eyes: One woman’s journey to her authentic self, and the dog on wheels who led the way
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From Back Cover
Barbara Techel’s special mission to let children know it’s OK to be different transforms her dog Frankie’s wheelchair into angel’s wings. They form a golden team that beautifully demonstrates the joy of a compassionate woman and her empathetic dog fulfilling their purpose—together. Readers will never forget this touching book and its remarkable healing journey. –Allen and Linda Anderson, co-founders of Angel Animals Network (www.angelanimals.net) and authors of Animals and the Kids Who Love Them.
Renowned novelist E.M. Forster wrote:
“I suggest that the only books that influence us are those for which we are ready, and which have gone a little farther down our particular path than we have yet got ourselves.”
If your authentic self has disappeared beneath a burden of should haves or could haves—pleasing everyone but yourself, worrying about everything that’s out of your control while ignoring what only you can change, settling for less than you know you can be—this is such a book. Author Barbara Techel has certainly gone farther down the path toward self-discovery than most of us have dared, and here she shares that journey with readers ready for its influence on their own choices.
It’s your time: to grow; to learn from a woman who’s overcome her deepest fears to live joyfully, with integrity and intent; and to marvel at the magic of it happening under the guidance and knowing eyes of a small, red dog on wheels. Let this story seep into your consciousness and inspire you—indeed, allow you—to start or continue your own fulfilling journey to who you really are.
You’ve picked up this book because you’re craving the inspiration and uplift it so generously offers. Don’t put it down. It’s a gift, if you’re ready to accept it. Read it. Hold onto it to remind you that though you may have work to do, you absolutely can achieve the life you’re striving for. Free yourself of the things that no longer matter, and embrace how beautiful the world is to someone who can see it…through Frankie’s eyes.
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Children’s Books By Barbara Techel
Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog
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The true, inspirational story about Frankie, a dachshund, whose life started out like any other dog walking on all four paws until a spinal injury leaves her paralyzed. Frankie is custom-fitted for a wheelchair and learns to keep on rolling. Her zest for life will have you cheering and she will give you hope that all things are possible. 49-pages Watch Book Trailer on Youtube
Awards: National Best Book 2008 from USA Book News, Merial Human-Animal Bond Award from Dog Writer’s of American Association, Editor’s Choice award from Allbooks Review, and Indie Excellence Awards Finalist
Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Therapy Dog Visits Libby’s House
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Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog keeps rolling along in her doggie wheelchair. This paralyzed dachshund’s unabashed healing, exuberant spirit, and spunky personality is a blessed gift to everyone she befriends. In this true, inspirational story, Frankie tells how she became a registered therapy dog and shares her visits to Libby’s House, a senior facility where many residents have Alzheimer’s or dementia. Frankie teaches us that patience, listening, and understanding opens our hearts to what matters most—love. 49-pages Watch book trailer on Youtube
Awards: Indie Excellence Award, Midwest Book Award finalist
A PAWSitive Coloring and Paper Dolly Activity Book
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Three Books In One!
It’s a story book based on the award-winning book, Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog (shorter, condensed version) pages to color along to the story, plus real photos of Frankie, and to top it off, a Frankie paper doll (dog) complete with her wheelchair to cut out, along with many of her favorite outfits you can dress her in. 52-pages of fun and inspiration!
Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog Activity Book
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Frankie further expands on her message in this 28-page activity book that overcoming a challenge can be done by having a positive attitude. This book is filled with activities such as word searches, crossword puzzles, coloring pages, and mazes to teach children that challenges are given to help us learn and grow.
For the Love of Animals: A Collection of Short Stories ebook
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Twelve short stories.
My life transitioned when my chocolate Labrador, Cassie, was diagnosed with terminal bone cancer in late 2004. Watching Cassie live each day with the same joy she always had, even with cancer, made me yearn for more joy in my own life. Because of Cassie, I took a three-month hiatus from my small business, to work with a life coach, and think about what I truly wanted for myself. What would bring me more happiness? I wondered. From that sabbatical, I discovered how deeply I truly love animals. I decided to become a writer so I could share my love of animals with others, the many lessons I believe they teach us, and all the joy they bring to our lives. I like to think of my journey since then, as “Joyful Paws.” You see, I paused (paws) long enough in my life to really give thought to what makes me most joyful. In turn, that has helped me to live with more purpose. And I happened to learn all of this because of a dog.
