“Oh how I wish I had wings to fly
—I’d fly over land and sea, 
          I’d fly high!
But, then, if given a wish that would come true,
I’d wish that all those who can walk would review
The blessings they have from day to day,
Ones they take for granted, like sight, hearing, 
          being able to play!
I’m so glad I have hands to write and to draw
          —And I have a family with love, 
                    what could I wish more?”

, from Inglewood, Taranaki, New Zealand, is the author of over 60 books in print, including the world famous series: The Frencolian Chronicles and Max and His Motorcycling Cat!