To the memory of actress and writer Ruby Dee and to all who love theater EloisE GrEEnfiEld To the children of the world who have adapted to change with courage during the covid-19 era This book is also dedicated to the loving memory of my uncle Wilfred Patrick St Louis who has always been as source of inspiration and encouragement for me Colin Bootman
That morning when I felt myself waking up I wasn’t a bit happy about it I wanted to sleep some more Not yet I said to myself and I kept my eyes closed
But then I heard my mom coming up the steps singing the song she made up about me Alaina my Alaina my beautiful Alaina and I knew that sleep time was over Mom came into the room and kissed my forehead and patted my shoulder Time to get up she said I said No-o-o-o Yes Mom said
