Sunday, January 22, 2012

On Writing Books

"All I need is one good idea," I mused aloud.  "Just one really good idea, and I could write a book."

 Jacob looked up from his drawing.  "I could write a book," he said, and then nonchalantly returned to his markers.

"You think so?" I asked with raised eyebrows.

"Yeah. How hard could it be?" he said, shrugging.  "All you need are some words and a picture."

Gee, why hadn’t I thought of that?

8 comments:

  1. Gotta love our Jake! Brilliant minds retain simple thoughts. I am waiting for your book, and Jacob's! They're gonna be awesome!

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    1. Jacob started his book immediately after his declaration. I, on the other hand, had to attend his literary workshop first. "Mommy, what's your favorite animal? That could be a character..."

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  2. Should have said that in my earlier comment: you have a wonderful sense of humor and you do have not one but many good ideas. I love reading your blog. You should totally write a book.

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    1. Thanks for the encouragement Daniela. It means a lot. :-)

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  3. I know your blog is mostly about the kids, but I'd totally read a book by you written about your family. Ya'll crack me up :) Good luck!

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  4. And if you ask my son - the words just get in the way in books :) See, now all you need are pictures!

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