It’s a New Day
Tara the Siamese Cat goes about her daily adventure by meeting and greeting her fellow creatures. Even though she wants to connect with the neighborhood animals, none have any time for her. Besides, they are different and do not have time for such a curious cat of the Orient. Even Tristan the Toad has found the pond a more vital source of fun than spending another moment with that mysterious feline.
Ah, but when she gets home, the loving arms of Mindy openly wait for Tara to rejoin her for supper as the world no longer seems so unkind. Yes, Duke the Irish Setter did not march to Taras tune, but neither did Tara take the time to learn about shy Sir Gregory the Groundhog. It is all about living and learning as Tara goes about her daily encounters . . .
Mark Schoedl was born in Racine, Wisconsin in July of 1960. From a youth to a young man, he cherished the things “all Wisconsin.” From the change of seasons to Wisconsin football, he closely held onto the state’s traditions while secretly questioning everything behind the scenes.
Mark Schoedl was born in Racine, Wisconsin in July of 1960. From a youth to a young man, he cherished the things “all Wisconsin.” From the change of seasons to Wisconsin football, he closely held onto the state’s traditions while secretly questioning everything behind the scene.
Mark Schoedl’s love for writing was ignited by two childhood teachers who saw a spark in his words, a spark that brought life to the page. This early recognition fueled his passion for writing, even when the world seemed to turn a blind eye. His college years were marked by struggle as he grappled with the rigid standards of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Business School. But in the face of adversity, Mark found solace in the English Department. The works of literary giants like Shakespeare, Marlowe, Johnson, and Dryden offered him refuge from the economic theories of Keynes and Friedman.
Despite facing resistance from an English professor who tried to suppress his short stories, Mark persevered. He continued to write, even when his pencil artwork and pastel work were lost in a friend’s stolen box truck. With nothing left but his writing abilities, he turned adversity into opportunity. In 2012, he published two children’s books, “A Place in the Sun” and “It’s a New Day,” drawing inspiration from Aesop.
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