A clever salesman ?

Chuck owns a grocery store.

He put up a sign on the window,

'Tomatoes 25 cents a piece, three for a dollar.'

The first customer walked in and complained.

"That's not fair!" the young lady said.

"I should get four tomatoes for a dollar."

Chuck quickly apologized and provided the

customer, four tomatoes for a dollar.

The second customer walked in

and made a big fuss about it.
"That sign can't be right" he said,
"it should be four instead of three"

Chuck agreed with the old man and

sold him four tomatoes for a dollar.

Chuck's friend, Doug stood nearby

and watched the whole episode.

He pulled Chuck aside.

"Aren't you forgetting something?" Doug asked.

"You should correct the mistake on the sign."

"What mistake?" Chuck bellowed.

"Before the sign was up," Chuck said. 

"customers only bought one tomato."

  

L is for Library

L et's read a book, it can be fun.

I f only we can find the right one.

B ooks can be found on a library shelf.

R ead anything you like, pick one yourself.

A ll the books that you can choose.

R eally depends on what you can use.

Y ou know you got nothing to lose.

What will I Be ?

My grandpa was a preacher.

My grandma was a teacher.

My dad is a bookseller.

My mom is a storyteller.

But what will I be?

My neighbor is a beautician.

My uncle is a technician.

My aunt is a physician.

My brother is a musician.

But what will I be?

My cousin is magician.

My nephew is an electrician.

My niece is a mathematician.

My friend is an pediatrician.

But what will I be?

If I had to choose today.

I know what I would say.

Since it's really up to me.

It's a writer that I want to be.

God Loves You !

                                                                                               

  

Inside this gigantic universe, there is an enormous milky way.

Inside this enormous
milky way, there is
a massive planet earth. 

On that massive planet earth, there is a huge town.

Inside this huge town, 
there is a large house.

Inside this large house,
there is a big room.

Inside this big room,
we find you.

It was God

who created you.

He set you inside 

this gigantic universe,

with a special message,

GOD LOVES YOU!

Eggy loves to read.

Eggy burst into the kitchen, 
he darted past his mother.
"Where are you going, son?"
"I'm off to the library," Eggy replied. 
"Today starts the summer reading program."
Eggy is greeted at the door by the librarian.
"I'm looking for a special book,"

Eggy declared. The librarian

directed him to the picture book area.

Eggy searched through shelf after shelf

for a great book. Buddy came along

carrying a handful of books.

"Check out the fairy tale section." said Buddy. 
"They are all classics." 

"Great books indeed," Eggy said.

"But I'm looking for a new book to inspire me."

Eggy walked over to the next aisle and

scanned the whole section.

Cathy strolled by carrying 
a bag full of books.

"You should get a book about a cat that sings,"

Cathy suggested. "It's going to be a classic."

"Great book," Eggy agreed. 

"But I'm looking for something that is inspirational."

Eggy went over to the non-fiction area.

Wally stood nearby and greeted his friend.

"Get a book about sharks," Wally suggested.

"The photos are awesome."

"They are great," Eggy answered.
"But I need a book to enlighten me."
Eggy continued to search down every aisle.
Pete walked past carrying a stack of books.
"Try the poetry section," Pete suggested. 
" There is a great collection of poems to choose."
"Poetry is great," Eggy agreed.
"But I'm looking for a book to motivate me."
Eggy decided to check out the new released section.
He browsed through the whole area and his eyes lit up.
He caught a glimpse on a brand new book written by Henry. 
"There it is!" Eggy cried. "The book I want to read."
It's Henry's first published book, 'THE INNER LIGHT.'
Buddy, Cathy, Pete, Wally & Eggy recommend Henry's book.
Get your copy today.
Visit his website: www.henryporada.com

Dig Into Reading

READING IS FUN!

Buddy is so excited to tell everyone.
He's going to the library to have some fun.
He discovered a place where you can always find.
A variety of books that will captivate your mind.
Buddy was on hand, for the new summer read.
He's looking for books, that he's going to need.
With so much to choose, he couldn't pick one.
He pulled out twenty, and he wasn't done.
He found a great book, on a spine tingling tale.
And a non-fiction book, about mammoth whale.
He read a tearful story, on a long lost dog.
And a fact filled book, about a slimy little frog.
Dig into Reading, is the summer's reading plan.
So visit the library and sign-up when you can.
Bring along a friend and take a good look.
There's a great selection, so check out a book.

Check this out !

The search is over, no longer to wait.

On a new website, that is just great.

You can buy t-shirts, with characters too.

Check out the sizes, we have one for you.

You can also get, Henry's new picture book.

Type in www.henryporada.com and take a look.

Henry's first book !

THE INNER LIGHT is a heart-warming
story about a lively young boy, grieving 
the loss of his loving grandfather.
Driven by a divine message and 
an unusual gift he receives.
Jimmy begins searching for answers
and comes to understand that
no one is alone in their sorrow.
It is something we all share,
in one way or another.
When the answer is revealed,
Jimmy discovers the true nature
of his grandfather's life and
his own role to play as the
torch is passed from one
generation to the next.  

GET YOUR COPY TODAY!
Check out his website:
www.henryporada.com

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT

Henry's first book is published,

I can't wait to see.

It must be a masterpiece,

I wonder what it could be.

Is it a new fairy tale,

or a dog that can sing.

Maybe a story with a twist,

or laughter it can bring.

The anticipation is high,

I can hardly wait.

One thing I'm certain,

his book will be great.
GET YOUR COPY TODAY!
IT'S ONLY $10.00

GO to www.henryporada.webs.com

Ballad of Volleyball Team

Volleyball is my favorite sport.

I love to play on the court.

To bump a ball and try to set,

To jump, spike and play the net.

Beyond any glory or fame,

I love to play this game.

BALLAD OF A VOLLEYBALL TEAM

They toss the ball high and hit it over the net,

When the ball comes back, they're ready to set.

They bump the ball and set for the spike,

They hit it over the net, with all there might.

Bump, set and spike, they know how to do,

All because of practice and have some fun too.

They call for each ball, that comes their way,

They dive for the ball, to keep it in play.

They're ready to set and slam it down.

They hit the ball and keep it in bounds.

They work as a team and play so good,

They play this game, the way you should.

They play so hard, it shows in the game,

They are the best, (your team) is their name.

Wild About The Bible

I'm wild about the bible,

I love to read God's book.

I find it very exciting,

every time I look.

It's more than stories,

it's lessons you can learn.

It was written for you,

in God's own word.

His word is powerful,

it can surely help you.

It contains many promises,

which are all true.

Mediate on his word,

keep it in your heart.

Read the bible daily,

it's a great way to start.

I'm wild about the bible,

I love what I read.

I go through the pages

and find what I need.

I search for a topic,
inside this holy book.
Then I pick out a verse,
and take a closer look.
I read about Jesus,
how he saved the lost,
It was an ultimate sacrifice,
that paid the cost.

I can rely on the bible,

and faithfully look ahead.

Because I live on the words

that God had said.

Ten Picture Books

Ten new Picture Books sit on a shelf.

You're invited to come and pick one yourself.

Buddy came up first, he stood in line.

He boldly grabbed one, now there's only nine.

Tiffany took her turn, she could hardly wait.

She decided on one, now there's only eight.

Wally loved the library, he called it heaven.

He chose his favorite, now there's only seven.

Peter filled with glee, looked at the mix.
He found his favorite, now there's only six.
The frenzy went on, Mandy next to arrive.
She picked one out, now there's only five.
Miranda walked in next, she wanted to explore.
She grabbed her favorite, now there's only four.
Erica got her chance, a moment to see.
She found her favorite, now there's only three.
Three picture books left, each one brand new.
Until Joshua took one, now there's only two.
Michelle saw the ruckus, she joined the fun.
She took her favorite, now there's only one.
Jody had no choice, only one to choose.
She grabbed the last, a book she can use.
The librarian had noticed the shelf had none.
She placed ten more, you can choose one.

BE HAPPY !

It's not fun to be pouty,

I rather be silly.

It's not fun  to be grumpy,

it's better to be funny.

It's not fun to be crabby,

I like to be zany.

It's not fun to be grouchy,

I rather be happy.

It's not fun to be moody,

it's better to be cheery.

It's not fun to be angry,

I like to be friendly.

I don't want to miss,
A life full of bliss.
So I will try this,
Instead of being crabby,
I am gonna be happy.

Kids

They smile and cheer, 

they have so much fun.

They run and catch,

they play with everyone.

They wiggle and twist,

they're funny in all they do.

They skip and jump,

they ride their bikes too.

They see and touch, 

they look around.

They yell and scream,

they make so many sounds.

They giggle and laugh,

with old friends and new.

They fight and fall,

they get dirty too.

They have so much fun,

they are a joy to see.

They are the ones,

that bring out the kid in me.

Stop, Look, Read

Check out the cover, look inside the book.

Turn the page over, take a closer look.

Read the first line, imagine what you find.

You uncover a story, that will dazzle your mind.

You find every page has a story to tell,

All about the characters and places they dwell.

This exciting new tale begins on page one,

You soon will discover that reading is fun.

Open up a book, read the first page.

The scene will emerge just like a stage.

You discover another world inside this book.

The adventure begins the moment you look.

You come across a story where a tale is told.

You read every word and watch it unfold.

The excitement continues beyond page one.

You experience the thrill that reading is fun.

Feed the one !

Jim and Tim did not get along.
They fought and argued every single day.
"Give it back," Jim shouted.
Jim grabbed his brother from behind 

and wrestled him to the floor.

"What's going on in there?" their mother asked.

Their father walked in and separated the boys.

"Will you boys ever stop fighting?"

The two parents decided enough is enough.

The boys will spend a weekend with Grandpa.

Jim and Tim followed Grandpa to the car.
"Where are we going?" Jim asked Grandpa.
"Let's visit an animal sanctuary," Grandpa announced. 

They stopped near a large gated fence

where lions roamed in the field.

Grandpa sat both boys down

and proceeded to tell them a story.

"There are two lions that continue

to fight over everything.

One lion was full of anger, 

hate and resentment.

The other lion was full of

love, peace and compassion."

"Which lion do you think will

win this fight?" Grandpa asked them.

The two brothers looked at each other

and shook their heads. "We don't know."

"The one you feed." Grandpa replied.

Grandpa leaned over and

whispered to them.

"The same fight is going

on the inside of you."

"Which one will you feed?

Be My Valentine

I'll send you a card,

and write you a letter.

I'll bring you some hugs,

to make it even better.

I'll make you some tea,

and cook your favorite food.

Set up a candle lit dinner,

for a romantic mood.
We'll cuddle on the couch,
and watch some TV.
In a quiet moment,
you lean and kiss me.

We'll sit on the patio,

and watch the sun set.

I'll recite you a poem,
from the moment we met.
When the night draws near,
we'll go for a walk.
We'll stroll by the beach,
where we'll sit and talk.
In the light of the night,
under the shining moon.
I'll take you in my arms,
and sing you a tune.
We'll lie on the sand,
and scan the night sky.
Make a wish on a star,
before it goes by.
When the night is over,
we'll hold each other tight.
We have one long kiss,
before we say good night.

WHAT IS IT ?

Check out this riddle, I have for you.
Solve this mystery with this clue.
A seven letter word, is the first hint,
You gather information that's found in print.
Inside this place you can always find,
More words than you can fill your mind.
With plenty of books for you to choose,
It's far more than you could ever use.
Your favorite authors are listed from A to Z,
You can check out these books for free.
Discover your category, you love to read,
Use a Dewey system when there's a need.
It sure comes in handy when you know,
There's always a place that you can go.
It's a fascinating site, you got to admit.
The whole family can come, so what is it?

It's a Library!