Overview

Junkyard Umbrella is a true to life book that resonates with readers of all ages. The short stories span a few years of ranch life in the 1930's and 40's in Southern Nevada. The effects from The Depression were still slamming economic recovery when a determined young couple bought and moved onto undeveloped land, purchased a tent for $11.00 to live in, and with foresight, prudence and resourcefulness ventured to develop a ranch that would sustain a family. The short stories are written through the eyes of a young girl who avows to marvelous growin' up years even while coping with the harshness of life, including death. The author emerged from these childhood experiences embracing faith that remains intact today. The illustrator, Vicki Walker, created and added remarkable visual enhancement to each story. All of this took place as she struggled daily with a debilitating disease. Her story is certainly one of courage, endurance, and optimism.

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Junkyard Umbrella is a masterpiece. It just arrived and I can't put it down. It will be a treasure that I will keep forever. Ann F We have been reading Junkyard Umbrella during our family nights and have laughed and cried and had great discussions. We have felt a wonderful spirit as we have done so. Andy and Julianne M The stories are heartwarming and the artwork is amazing. . . . Aeme S My treasured gift arrived in the mail an hour ago. I quickly found a soft spot in front of the Christmas tree and read each story start to finish, except to get up twice to blow my nose and wipe the tears away. Fran P. I just this minute finished the last word of your marvelous book. What a special gem! It is perfect, pensive, and a dear travel down memory lane. MLL Grandmother Jones used to sing, Poor Babes in the woods, and I cried every time. But the minute I walked in the door I was asking her to sing it again. I loved loved the book! Kathi P. I started to read and couldn't put it down until I had finished every page. . . . I laughed and then I cried and cried. Lenore Francom

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