Böcker av Don Osborne

An epic tale of a turtle who dreams to fly. Full of brightly colored illustrations. Filled with adventure, friendship and courage!Your children can imagine, dream and fly with Smalls the turtle. Best for ages 5-10.My name is Smalls. I know this might sound strange, but I am a turtle who wants to fly. Ever since I was little, I have dreamed to fly. I imagine myself soaring across the sky, feeling so free! Talon the great eagle, has told me many stories of adventure, secret places and the beauty of Maine. I live with my family, in the small town of Monmouth, Maine. My many friends live among us, including bunny, squirrel, and my best friend Bare. He is the fuzziest little black bear you ever saw.In this story all my friends come together, to make my dream a reality! A wonderful adventure lies ahead for you. There are many twists and turns, and ups and downs. Come fly with me, this is my story.

An Unexpected HonorIt happened on May 1, 2011 on Sunday afternoon with about seventy-five friends, former kickers and families of former kickers, coaches, my family, and other friends from the church and community. The Thomasville Athletic Boosters Club, the Thomasville Athletic Department and others from the community had made the arrangements. They had raised enough money to replace the old original post and add one at the other end of the field. This field is not only used for football practice and track and field, but soccer is also played there. It is probably one of the best facilities of its kind around. This facility was named "The Allen Brown Athletic Complex" in honor of retired football coach Allen Brown. So having the goal posts dedicated to me on that Sunday afternoon was a great honor.There were several speakers who said some very complimentary things, pointing out the two beautiful new goal posts that were being dedicated to me. Then my attention was called to a plaque that was placed on the wall of the Allen Brown athletic Complex.I was overwhelmed by all the wonderful things said and the honor I received. I was also amazed at the number of friends who were there to share this moment with me. I really didn't think I deserved this much adulation. As I told them, I have enjoyed it so much because of all the rewards received in seeing these young men progress and become successful in their journey through life.