Yesterday Frankie and I did a book signing at Book World in Fond du Lac, WI. Tracy, the store manager was so accommodating and wonderful. A beautiful table with a floral tablecloth was set up with doggie cookies and cookies for humans displayed on the table along with Frankie’s book. We had a nice steady stream of people coming in to meet Frankie.
During a small lull in the action Tracy brought over a gift for Frankie and me. You see it above in the photo. She made this replica of Frankie! It is a beanie baby and his name is Frank. Tracy then went to the hobby shop a few doors down and found these little tires. With wire, some fabric, plastic ties and lots of imagination, she came up with this replica of Frankie. I was so touched and tears sprang to my eyes.
I couldn’t help but thinking on the way home how my dream of sharing Frankie’s message could not continue to spread if it wasn’t for people like Tracy (and all of you) who support us, encourage us, and believe in us. It means so much to me. It truly, truly does. This journey with Frankie has been so remarkable, and it is because of all the genuine and beautiful people we have met along the way. Thank you Tracy for everything yesterday!! We hope to be back again when Frankie’s second book is out!