This is a lovely telling of a sweet story. When I taught science, my middle school kids were awed to learn that that wind doesn't "look like" anything. Every example they named of what wind looks like was an effect of the wind, not the wind. I'd have them memorize, "Who Has Seen the Wind?" and illustrate the poem as well. This book would be an excellent companion to a science lesson, a place where literature and storytelling is often neglected. The illustrations are charming as well.
When I was a young girl, my Mommy read the Old Mother West Wind books to me. Your dear story took me back in time, to the simpler days of my childhood, and I thank you for this, Diane. As I am a deep student of metaphysics, I always appreciate metaphors and allegories (are these the same?), so your story made it even clearer to me that one needs to be calm to see one's reflection! I believe that our thoughts and ideas are reflected in the ponds of our lives. I'll remember the Little Wind when I need to see my Calm more clearly! It's my Better me!! :<))
I heard the Old Mother West Wind books from my grandmother. I think it was in the back of my mind when I wrote The Little Wind, and that Little Wind may actually be one of the Merry Little Breezes from those books. Thank you for reminding me of those stories, which my soul has never completely forgotten.
This is quite a little treasure Diane! Thank you so much for sharing it here at Substack. I would love to have a printed copy or two to give as presents. Love the drawings, too!
That was wonderful. Much obliged.
Thanks Al.
And I just ordered three! For the grandchildren and not sure who else yet. Me?
Well thank you Mary. I hope the grandchildren and not-sure-who like them!
This is a lovely telling of a sweet story. When I taught science, my middle school kids were awed to learn that that wind doesn't "look like" anything. Every example they named of what wind looks like was an effect of the wind, not the wind. I'd have them memorize, "Who Has Seen the Wind?" and illustrate the poem as well. This book would be an excellent companion to a science lesson, a place where literature and storytelling is often neglected. The illustrations are charming as well.
You just gave me goosebumps. Thank you.
A remarkable telling. Thank you Diane.
Thank you Murray. I hope you are well.
Utterly enchanting story telling, words and images both!
Thank you Susie! I'm glad you like it.
What a lovely story! Perfectly sweet. I ordered 2
Thank you Paul.
Beautiful! Thank you for sharing it.
This is delightful! My mind is settled and my heart is happy.
Perfect!
Awwwwww. Sweetness in ... ink!
When I was a young girl, my Mommy read the Old Mother West Wind books to me. Your dear story took me back in time, to the simpler days of my childhood, and I thank you for this, Diane. As I am a deep student of metaphysics, I always appreciate metaphors and allegories (are these the same?), so your story made it even clearer to me that one needs to be calm to see one's reflection! I believe that our thoughts and ideas are reflected in the ponds of our lives. I'll remember the Little Wind when I need to see my Calm more clearly! It's my Better me!! :<))
I heard the Old Mother West Wind books from my grandmother. I think it was in the back of my mind when I wrote The Little Wind, and that Little Wind may actually be one of the Merry Little Breezes from those books. Thank you for reminding me of those stories, which my soul has never completely forgotten.
What a sweet story!
This is so beautiful, Diane, thank you for sharing!
Love this - thank you!
What a delightful fable! Diane, you do have a gift with words. What a blessing that is and that you share it with others. Thank you!
Aww, Moni. Thanks.
I remember your delightful tale, The Little Wind. Thank you for sharing, friend. It was so much fun to read it again.
I can’t wait to read this to my granddaughter! Well done.
Thanks Robert.
This is quite a little treasure Diane! Thank you so much for sharing it here at Substack. I would love to have a printed copy or two to give as presents. Love the drawings, too!
https://store.birdwatching.net/little-wind-the.html
The books arrived today. The Little Wind is just terrific! Thank you for sending them so quickly!
Donna Colby (now Donna Miller) did the drawings, many years ago. She is a wonderful artist.