Glynis Belec and a gregarious group of
A Second Cup contributors were at the Drayton Public Library back in July. She shares some of the highlights with us.
What a super
Second Cup of Hot Apple Cider signing at the Drayton Library (say that ten times fast!) Sadly, due to a sudden family health concern,
Bonnie Beldan-Thomson was unable to attend. But, we did honour her, and
Adele Simmons skilfully read
Bonnie’s story to a rapt audience. We had a great evening of song and readings. My dad was there and was reduced to tears after
Donna Dawson’s story. As
Adele followed up by singing “Try a Little Tenderness” (my mom’s favourite song), his heart was full.
Ruth Smith Meyer made us laugh and assess our own attitudes towards marriage, and then left us hanging…so that the curious would have to read ‘the rest of the story!’
Donna not only stirred our hearts with her words, she shared her musical gifts and tag-teamed with
Adele throughout the evening. I shared my story and was glad that Sue (who made an appearance in my story,) dropped by to support us. We had cider and apple crisp, coffee, tea and cookies galore. The door prize, which consisted of Apple Cinnamon Cheerios, Apple Chips, Lindt Chocolates, Special Cookies, books donated by
Ruth and
Donna, handmade apple-themed cards donated by my daughter, Amanda, and a copy of the first
Hot Apple Cider book went out to the former librarian from the public school. I was thrilled she won it.
One of the other librarians thought the title was a wonderful one. She said the
Hot Apple Cider original was in constant demand over the winter and she has a feeling the second one will be, too. So
Nancy and
Wendy, thanks for that. We were also asked to come back again in December.
Thanks to Ruth, Donna & Adele for coming and helping to make a joyful noise at the Drayton library.
Happy writing, all! Glynis Belec.
