I got to meet someone great today. Tomie dePaola came to my town this afternoon to sign books. He has a new pop-up book that just came out (so cute!) and is touring independent bookstores and signing. What a treat.
Tomie was delightful. Simply delightful. He was full of laughter, kind, gentle, and interested in those of us in line. (I had heard stories to the contrary, but I am happy to say that I no longer will believe them or repeat them.) Truly, I feel honored to have met him. I cannot say that about many people. He is an icon, a national treasure.
I have a picture of us. It's out in my camera (which I left in my car). I will upload it tomorrow.
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