<p>Did you know that in every raindrop there is a happy snowman? The wonder and beauty of creation is recalled and represented in word and picture in this story of a family joining together to build a snowman. Combining the excitement of an unexpected holiday and the recognition of the eternal nature of life, "The Everlasting Snowman" is a story for all ages and seasons. Ages 9-12. Pub: 5/97. .</p>

The Everlasting Snowman

Children's Books

Darden, Hunter D.

Literature & Fiction

Sunfleur Publications

Milliseconds of Joy!

Religion & Spirituality

Thoreau said, "Many men go fishing all their lives without knowing it is not the fish they are after." This is the "real" truth behind The "Reel" Thing. All the townspeople had given up hope years before of catching the legendary Madame Mossback...that is...all except for Charlie. "The Madame" is the oldest, biggest bass in the fishing pond. Charlie has the unique quality of joyful perseverance. His enthusiasm for catching "The Madame" is contagious. As everyone goes about their daily tasks they inevitable are drawn to Charlie's excitement on his way to the fishing hole. He happily exclaims to each one, "Today is the day I'm going to catch Madame Mossback!" With his steadfast faith and hope he rejuvenates the town's interest in cathing "The Madame." The "catch of the day" turns out to be a valuable mixture of friendships and a day of renewal for body and soul. The beauty of a happy spirit, joy and hope is that it can continue on and on and on...if you allow it...it's your choice.

The "Reel" Thing-a story of hope and joy

<p>Horse Sense and Savvy is a collection of humor/inspiration columns that I have written for The charlotte Observer(Iredell Neighbors). We humans are fascinating creatures with our intriguing natures and idiosyncrasies that make us who we are. we are all on this journey called "life." If we can try to lead our lives with some semblance of "horse sense" and a touch of savvy, we can turn life into a rewarding, amusing trip through it's trials and joys.</p>

Horse Sense and Savvy-Reflections of Life

Hunter D. Darden

I Only Eat Trout is about a little boy named Joey who worries all through the day. His perceptive teacher comes up with a plan to help him learn to throw his worries away and to focus on the good aspects. There is a "Worry Pouch" at the end where kids can write down their worries and toss them away. There is also a Happy Pad where they can write down their happy daily thoughts.

I Only Eat Trout

Hunter Darden