Title: Adventures of Willie the Westie
Author: Phil Ferretti
Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 9781098062828
Pages: 24
Genre: Illustrated Children’s Book
Synopsis
Before owning Willie, I had another West Highland Terrier. His name was Howie. Jokingly, I said Howie’s real name was Howard, but he didn’t like that name, only Howie. Howie was before granddaughters. Every day, Howie and I would go for three-mile walks. We would stop and talk to neighbors and strangers alike. What kind of dog is that? What country is he from? Does he get along with other animals? Howie lived to be fourteen. I fondly remember those walks.
Willie and I also take walks. Now a grandfather, I want my grandchildren to remember me as a veteran, a teacher, coach, and oh yes, “He wrote a children’s book for us, The Adventures of Willie the Westie.”
About the Author
As a teacher, HS assistant principal, and wrestling coach, I loved working with young adults. After leaving public education, I worked in the private sector in Human Resources. Before my work experience, I volunteered for the draft and volunteered for Vietnam. While in Vietnam, I promised myself I would get my degree and become a teacher. I fulfilled my promise. Now what I have always dreamed of having a Harley Davidson motorcycle and ride to various parts of the county I love, the USA. I now own three Harleys and had ridden across this great country. I have two daughters and two beautiful granddaughters. Other than what their grandfather was, I wanted my grandchildren to remember me for something else, I wrote The Adventures of Willie the Westie for Sydney Berry and Alice Jewel. Hopefully, they share Willie with their children.