Local business owner Sharon Jones-Scaife pens her first children’s book. Jones-Scaife, owner of SJS Graphic Arts based in Sachse, TX released her first children’s book, titled “I Miss You, Papa that shares the inspirational story of a 7 year old girl on love and loss.
“I Miss You, Papa” was inspired from the effects of the loss of a little girl’s grandfather and the affects his loss had on her and how she’s able to keep his memories alive.
Loss affects us all, especially children,” said Jones-Scaife, who experienced the loss of both of her parents, an aunt, uncle and her husband of 33 years over a four year period.
After a loss, we enter a state of confusion, fear and worry. In “I Miss You, Papa,” Rihanna begins to question why. Why did Papa die? Why did he die from cancer? What is cancer? Is that why Papa didn’t look like himself? What is a funeral? Why can’t Papa come home with us after the funeral? Soon, Rihanna’s worry turns to losing other loved ones. Will Mema die next?
Even though the adults answer her many questions and reassure her that everyone else is okay, Rihanna creates the “Pretend Game” to help her cope with the pain of losing Papa and to help her keep the cherished memories of Papa deep in her heart. Jones-Scaife believes the book can inspire discussions and help to answer some questions children may be confused about.
“I Miss You, Papa” is available in both print and eBook on Coffee Creek Media Group’s website https://www.coffeecreekmediagroup.com, Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Apple iTunes and anywhere books are sold.
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