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Copyright ©2009 Holly Reville All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the publisher. ISBN: 978-0-9823816-0-1 Published by Xpressive Publishing - Santee, CA www.xpressivepublishing.com Printed in the United States of America
“There is nothing more special than love.” Ashley Sandoval
Acknowledgements: My heartfelt gratitude goes out to all of the wonderful angels in my life that helped to make this book possible. My Mom and Dad without whom none of this would be possible. Avery & Kara Houchins for their love and inspiration. Kim King, my mentor, I couldn’t have done it without you. The best editor in the world, Cindy Wrightson. Takashi Seki for his amazing design talent. Jordanna Petkun for introducing me to Lara Eisenberg and all of the wonderful people at King-Chávez Public Schools. My amazing SISters for their love and support. My wonderful illustrators Jonathan Garcia, Michael Laguna, Karla Pineda, Kimberly Lopez, Ashley Sandoval, Brianna Navarro, Hector Casillas, Evelyn Martinez, Yesenia Flores, Valeria Burgess, Karla Gutierrez, Esteban Toralba, Steven Cortes and all the wonderful children who contributed their time drawing some truly incredible pictures.
“Stay in peace like angels.” Esteban Toralba
King-Chávez Public Schools www.kingchavez.net The King-Chávez name is more than an honoring of the names of great 20th century civil rights leaders. We believe that the philosophical essence of our work is to be a beacon of hope through carrying on the living work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and César Chávez. Politically, our calling is to be an agent of change on the forefront of American educational reform. Our task is to run excellent schools. We believe that we can transform education in our communities in our time. The Mission of King-Chávez Public Schools is "We Seek Excellence in Academics, Arts and Athletics from the Foundation of Love." We realize that the current state of public education is fundamentally failing our country's most vulnerable people; children in poverty. We believe that the measure of a society and a generation is not in its greatest advancements but how it has served the least among them.
Special Acknowledgement: To our talented illustrators and future leaders who have brought life to the pages of this book with their drawings.
50% of the proceeds of this book will be donated to King-Chávez Public Schools to further assist their extraordinary mission of educating our youth.
My Beloved Child, You may be too young to understand these words I speak to you now, but someday you will. Each time I read this to you it will help you to understand a little bit more. You are an amazing child. You have the ability to accomplish anything you can dream.
I dream big I dream often I dream always
I dream big
Jonathan Garcia
I can
The only limits to what we can accomplish in life are those we put on ourselves. Don't limit yourself. Don't ever tell yourself “I can't� because you CAN. Where there is a will there is a way.
I can I will There is a way
Michael Laguna
Sometimes in life you will encounter obstacles. Some people call them problems, but there are no problems in your life, only challenges. There is no challenge you can not overcome.
I can do anything I have no problems I overcome all challenges I love challenges
Karla Pineda
Be a good person. Be a role model to others. Always listen to what your heart is telling you to do. Your heart will guide you through any situation and always lead you to the right answer.
T ha nky ugood f orv i e wi ng! Io am I am a role model
I am a role model
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Kimberly Lopez
Don't try to control people, circumstances or things. The only sure thing you can control in life is how you choose to act at any given moment. Do not be upset about things you can not control. Your actions will show the true person you are. You are a thoughtful, loving, caring and super extraordinary person.
T ha nky ouf orv i e wi ng! I control only my actions
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Ashley Sandoval
I forgive
Everyone makes mistakes, even adults. What’s important to remember is to learn and grow from your mistakes, so you don't make them again. Most importantly, learn from other people's mistakes so you never have to go through what they are experiencing. Always forgive others for their mistakes. Always forgive yourself for your mistakes.
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Brianna Navarro
There will come a time in your life when someone is mean to you, hurts your feelings or disappoints you. Do not let this bother you and never think it is your fault. There are only two reasons people behave the way they do: Reason 1 - They are acting out of love, Reason 2 - They are crying for help.
T ha nky ouf orv i e wi ng!
I do not let mean people bother me The actions of others are never my fault
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Hector Casillas
Always surround yourself with people who act out of love. Those are your true friends. When you encounter someone who is not acting out of love, don't take it personally. How they are acting towards you is their way of asking for help. Forgive their actions and help if you can.
I surround myself with people who act out of love T ha nk y ou f orv i e wi ng! I do not take it personally when
someone is crying for help T op ur c ha s ey ourc opygot o I forgive and help others www. a ma z on. c om I surround a nds e a r c h myself with love MYBE L OVE DCHI L D, DRE AMBI G
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Evelyn Martinez
Always have confidence in yourself. You are perfect just the way you are. You can always improve if you want but love yourself for who you are. Don't try to be someone you're not. Doing that would only waste the wonderful person you are.
T ha n y o uf orv i e wi ng! Ik am confident I love myself
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I am confident
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Yesenia Flores
Always think happy thoughts. If a not-so-happy thought enters your mind, kindly dismiss it and send it on its way. Find the positive in every situation. There is a lesson to be learned in everything you do.
I am learning
T h a nky ouf orv i e wi ng! I think happy thoughts I dismiss unhappy thoughts
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Valeria Burgess
Be grateful for all of the wonderful things in your life no matter how big or small. Cherish each and every moment by focusing on what is great. Make sure to give thanks for all of life's abundances and share your gratitude with others.
T ha nk y ouf orv i e wi ng! I am grateful I cherish each moment
T o pur c ha s ey ourc op ygot o I show my gratitude to others www. a ma z on. c om I am a nds e a r c h grateful MYBE L OVE DCHI L D, DRE AMBI G
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Karla Gutierrez
I contribute
Always contribute and help others. Through your contribution you will find a life full of meaning. You will see happiness in the eyes of another. You CAN make a difference. Do your part to make this world an even better place.
T ha nk y ouf orv i e wi ng! I contribute I help others
T opur c ha s ey o ur c opy got o I am making this world an even better place www. a ma z on. c om a nds e a r c h MYBE L OVE DCHI L D, DRE AMBI G
T ha nky ouf orv i e wi ng! T opur c ha s ey ourc opygot o www. a ma z on. c om a nds e a r c h MYBE L OVE DCHI L D, DRE AMBI G
Esteban Toralba
My beloved child this is my ultimate gift to you. Let this guide you to accomplish anything you can dream. This is the answer to any challenge that may come your way. This is the answer on how to live your life. This is the answer on how to deal with mean people. This is the answer to happiness and living a life beyond your wildest imagination. A life you deserve.
T ha nky ouf orv i e wi ng!
I love you my extraordinary child with all my heart!
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I am extraordinary
“Love is for everyone, love is forever.� Hector Casillas
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“The Loving Monkey”
Steven Cortes
About the Author Holly Reville is a humanitarian, an entrepreneur and an author from San Diego, CA. Her life mission is to share her gifts with the world and globally educate and inspire people through gratitude, contribution and love. Holly is founder of Xpressive Marketing, specializing in corporate training, cause and social media marketing. Our passion is educating CEO's and executives on how to take their business to the next level, fully utilize their talent, effectively market through social media and give back to the community. www.xpressivemarketing.com
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