Another week of summer and more great book news

I can't believe another week of summer has flown by! Before I know it, the boys will be headed back to school and I'm going to be shoveling horse poop in the snow.

I have more great book news to share. As many of you know, a portion of my proceeds is going to benefit Koins for Kenya, a Utah non profit organization, that helps villages in Kenya through education and other efforts. Brett Van Leeuwen, the creator of this organization is headed to Kenya next week to open Koins newest school in the village of Majengo. In a ceremony to hand over the bore hole water wells Koins just finished, he is going to give copies of my book to the Minister of Education, Kilemi Mwiria and the Minister of Lands, Kombo Mwero. I am so excited and really hope that they enjoy my story. Like I said in my interview with KSL, although I can't pick up and go to Africa to be a part of the Koins for Kenya experience, I know that my pennies can make a difference. I hope that my book will bring attention to the fact that even though we have plenty of problems right here at home, we are so incredibly fortunate for what we have and it is still important to give back. Regardless of where you choose to help, what is important is that find something you are interested in and care about and find a way to help support that cause-whether by increasing awareness, recruiting volunteers, volunteering your time, or donating your pennies.

Book signing: Gale's Bookstore

I am pleased to announce another books signing event! I will be hosting a book signing at Gales Office Supply in Vernal, Utah. If you are in my neck of the woods in Eastern Utah, come learn more about The Power of a Penny!

Save the date:
Saturday, September 12th
1-3 P.M
Gales Office Supply and Books Inc.
4 West Main Street
Vernal, Utah 84078

My story on KSL has also led to an article in the Uintah Basin Standard, so it has been a busy, but great way to start the week!

KSL News story

My story aired on the 4 pm news on Friday. I was at my cabin with my family and some of my niece and nephews and that is why I was unable to share it with you, but in case you missed it, here it is. Please enjoy!

My Penny Story

Video Courtesy of KSL.com

KSL Interview

I am so excited because I did an interview with Candice Madsen for KSL this morning! My cute twin sister and niece Annie helped me get ready for my big T.V. debut and my mom and I ventured down to the KSL studios. Being around horses and maneur all the time, I usually wear my dirty cowboy boots, so this morning in heels was a big change from my daily routing...and I have the blisters to prove it. Filming was fun and I think I said everything I wanted to say about the book. I was a little nervous, but it hopefully it will turn out great. Candace said she would call and let me know when our segment will air, but it will probably be sometime tomorrow.

Candice Madsen and I filming my segment

As soon as I hear, I will post it so you can tune in to KSL channel 5 and hear about The Power of a Penny.

Book Signing: Hastings bookstore

I am pleased to announce another books signing even! I will be hosting a book signing at Hastings Bookstore in Rock Springs, Wyoming. If you are in the Wyoming area, come meet me and get your copy of The Power of a Penny signed!

Save the date:

Saturday, August 15th

1-3 P.M

Hastings Bookstore

1451 Dewar Dr.

Rock Springs, WY 82901

Located in the Plaza Mall shopping center

In other exciting news, I am meeting with Candice Madsen from KSL Channel 5 news tomorrow to talk about my book! I'll keep you posted on how it goes!

Book Signing: Frost's Books

I am pleased to announce that I will be hosting a book signing at Frost's Books in Salt Lake City. Come join us to learn more about the book, get a signed copy, and hear thoughts from me, the author!

Save the date:

Saturday, August 8th

1-3 P.M

Frost's Books

1980 E. 2700 S.

Salt Lake City, UT 84106

Pennies support a cause: Primary Children's Hospital

I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend! As you know, a portion of my proceeds will be donated to Koins for Kenya, and after my mom passed along some of her penny stories, I realized just how many charity organizations are impacted daily by the power of pennies. I already featured a video on the children of New York and their pennies at Rockafeller Center, and now I'll tell you a little about pennies making a difference at Primary Children's Medical Center.

This memory is a combination of both mine and my mothers. I remember the fun of helping collect pennies for a good cause. So, here is my mom's memory:

For many years the penny has played a role in a charity for the Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City. Each year, the LDS church had a penny march or "Pennies by the Inch." Each family was (is) asked to measure every member of their family, and add up the total inches. For every inch, you were asked to give a penny. I remember collecting these pennies in my neighborhood for several years. My children were generous with their pennies when they realized they helped many little sick children in the hospital get better.

It's amazing what a difference pennies can make. Clean out your couch cushions this week and donate all the change you find to your favorite charity cause!