" I wish my own children, now fully grown, had been able to enjoy this uplifting story of love, optimism and self-worth when they were the age of the beautiful young people in this marvelously inspiring book."
     -Leo V. Williams, III, Major General, USMC (Ret.) and Executive
                   Vice-President of Medifast, Inc.

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"I listened to the It Was My Star CD this morning; it made me cry. What a wonderful, wonderful teaching this is for all of us, not only the little ones."
     -Kia Abilay, author of The Chakra Bear

"You've changed my life so much just by that wonderful, wonderful book.
I'm so grateful. Now I will always remember I am a star!!!"
      - M. Parks, 13 year old student

"This is a magical little book for magical little ones...the children of the world. This book makes each child feel unique and special! What a gift to them and our world." -Amber Grady, Radio Talk Show Host/ CEO of Mark My Word Enterprises, Inc. and author of Money Success tips booklet

"It Was My Star will carry adult and children alike to the idyllic world of authors Theresa Gooch and Barbara Irvin. Here, trees, wind and birds are our friends, and the stars reach out to make each person feel special. The authors' heartfelt message is powerful and comforting to share in good times and certainly in unsettled ones." -Paula J. Krogdahl, J.D.

"It Was My Star radiates with warmth and imagination. It is a must-read for children of all ages whose sights are set on the stars."
     -Janet Smith Warfield, Attorney and author of 101 Paths to Peace, Power