Deanie Humphrys-Dunne

This is a wonderful story for both adults and children. It is told from the viewpoint of a horse named Charlene the Star. She decides that horse racing is not for her. What will she do? Highly... This is a wonderful story for both adults and children. It is told from the viewpoint of a horse named Charlene the Star. She decides that horse racing is not for her. What will she do? Highly recommended. By Rich Linville on July 14, 2018  https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/RB1C7WAJA72K4/ref=cm_cr_othr_d_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B06X3RH9SN  More

What a delightful children's book! Charlene is born into a family of famous race horses but right from the onset she is concerned about her ability to be a race horse. She is tentative when she... What a delightful children's book! Charlene is born into a family of famous race horses but right from the onset she is concerned about her ability to be a race horse. She is tentative when she mentions this to her mother who encourages Charlene to give it a try nonetheless. She has the opportunity to do just that with her two good friends Ann and Blossom. She quickly realizes that she can't keep up to them and is disappointed in her performance. Thank goodness that Charlene is given the opportunity to excel in another area. Her trainer suggests that she be moved to Jumping for Joy Farm to see how she does with jumping hurdles instead of racing. Elliot, her canine friend helps reassure Charlene and encourages her in bettering her jumping talents. Author Deanie Humphrys-Dunne utilizes a creative approach to her writing that will definitely appeal to her younger reading audience. The animals are able to communicate with each other which gives the children the opportunity to feel compassion for Charlene's challenges. I enjoyed the questions at the end of the book. They are an additional educational experience sure to provide food for thought. This talented author also demonstrates the benefit of recognizing and accepting the fact that we have different talents. Great lesson to be learned in life. Lovely cover to the book too. Inspirational Author ~ Dolores Ayotte I'm Not Perfect and It's Okay: Thirteen Steps to a Happier  https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R18D8532KKLOLT/ref=cm_cr_othr_d_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B06X3RH9SN By Dolores Ayotteon July 13, 2018 Format: Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase More

At birth, her parents were told that Deanie would never walk again. With the love of her family and her love of horses, she overcomes many obstacles. Her "Pearls of Wisdom" are a reminder to us... At birth, her parents were told that Deanie would never walk again. With the love of her family and her love of horses, she overcomes many obstacles. Her "Pearls of Wisdom" are a reminder to us all that perservance is important in our lives. Highly recommended to adults and children. ByRich Linville on June 27, 2018  https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R2VUAKTX3QS6QT/ref=cm_cr_dp_d_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B0711P67DM More