My career has been helping young children overcome their learning difficulties. During this time I have had access to thousands of children's books. Many could touch your heart or brought feelings of joy, others captivated with their ideas and illustrations. Since my retirement from teaching, I finally have the time and resources to combine my experience and Fine Arts background to follow one of my lifelong dreams: Writing and illustrating children's books of my own. My career has been helping young children overcome their learning difficulties. During this time I have had access to thousands of children's books. Many could touch your heart or brought feelings of joy, others captivated with their ideas and illustrations. Since my retirement from teaching, I finally have the time and resources to combine my experience and Fine Arts background to follow one of my lifelong dreams: Writing and illustrating children's books of my own. Adam is my 7 year old nephew who is the illustrator of the original ant character in Rollie Pollie. He also is the inspiration for the book.