Author and children’s literature expert Coleen Salley has recently had a down-turn in her health and has entered a retirement home. Coleen wrote the Epossomundas books, helped found the Coleen Salley/Bill Morris Literacy Foundation and spread the good news about children’s literature across the world.
She recently had a birthday and would be very cheered by any and all cards. You can send them to her at St. James Retirement, Attn: Coleen Salley, HCE 503, 333 Lee Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70808. Thank you, Kimberly Willis Holt, for the news.
It appears to be a season of struggles for classy dames everywhere.
My mom was put back in the hospital late last week. She’s feeling better now and may come home in a few days, but things are a little complicated, so I’ll probably not be posting for a while. Please forgive this interruption of your regularly scheduled blogreading. I’ll be back when I can.
(edited to add) This is the woman who let me read instead of doing chores:
Sending thoughts & prayers for both of those classy dames and for you, as you help your mom through this time.
Hope your mom feels better soon.
Thinking good thoughts for her and you.
Beautiful picture – my mom used to read with a finger over her mouth too. Funny.
So sorry to hear about your mom … I will be thinking good thoughts for you both. I hope she continues to feel better.
Sarah
Hope your mom feels better soon!
What a beautiful portrait.
Mom
When I think of your mom this is how I remember her, curled up in a chair reading. Please extend lots and lots of love and prayers to your mom. Also, please tell your sister I am thinking of her. Donna
I love that picture. Sending positive, healing thoughts her way.
I saw your post on Janni’s blog and followed it back to here because yes I know who you are. I love your writing. Hope your mother gets well! I’ve lost both my parents, so I understand a little what you must be going through. I hope she’s just having a set back rather than a critical illness.
I’m an ex-bookseller and an aspiring YA writer – my writing is probably most like Holly Black’s. I’m also an educational paraprofessional at an urban middle school. I know you have thousands of people watching your blog, but I thought I should introduce myself if I was going to stop by and read.
I’m so sorry. I wish u and your family and Coleen Salley the best of luck!!
You and your mom will be in my thoughts. I’m going to drop Ms. Salley a card and let her know I’m going to work an Epossomundas book into one of my next storytimes.
My thoughts are with you and your Mom (great pic, btw)
So very sorry. Thank you for sharing such a touching photo. Good thought to you…
Kim
i have a picture like this of my grammy. shes in profile with the gorgeous white curls, and her feet pulled up on the couch. i didnt know the woman ever pulled he feet onto a piece of furniture. it was so nice when i first found that pic to see this starched and pressed, busy and proper, slightly intimidating woman relaxed and curled up with a book like a “real” person.
anyhow, this pic is gorgeous, and she looks so charming and thoughtful. hope things go well for her and the family.
So sorry about your mom…
here’s hoping for a quick recovery. Thank you for the heads up about the card for Coleen Salley. Take care of yourselves and hugs
A mom who let you read instead of doing chores?! Definitely a special woman. Sending good thoughts and dedicating a yoga practice to her.
Kathy Q.
hope things get better!
Your mother is a stately beauty. I will be keeping your family in my thoughts.
Good healing thoughts coming your way. I hope your mom continues to improve. Her photo is lovely, and any mom who lets you read instead of doing chores is a wonderful mom.
Laurie, I love your mom for letting you read.
She looks very classy in that gorgeous picture.
Sending you good thoughts and good vibes!
Laurie,
My thoughts and prayers are with your mom.
Donna
http://www.donnagephart.blogspot.com
I’m sending you positive energy and your mom healing vibes today.
I do hope your mother gets well as soon as possible!
i hope your mom feels better soon. i’m sending good thoughts your way! =) ♥
Wishing you and your mother happiness and good health.
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