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Kathleen. - Welcome, all to Teachers.Net, Joe Bonsall will be with us in a few minutes.
JoeBonsall - hello everyone
KingofWA - Alright! Hi Joe!
Mary K&1 - Hello Joe, glad that you agreed to be here with us!
JoeBonsall - great to be here
Kathleen. - Joe thank you for gracing Teachers.Net with your presence tonight!
JoeBonsall - haha hi there Kathleen
Kathleen. - Folks, when we begin, I will first submit questions collected from the chatboard, then I'll open it to your Q&A
Kathleen. - Ah, Joe, I would like you to meet Bob reap our site director (co-director)
JoeBonsall - Hello Bob
Bob R/CA - Hi Joe, I understand you are a philly boy too! :o)
Kathleen. - Bob this is Joe Bonsall, who needs no further intro
JoeBonsall - i grew up in North Philly
Bob R/CA - Thank you for being here tonight Joe. If you need anything just give a holler.
Kathleen. - Bob, Jon Mir is the Oaks webmaster
Kathleen. - Joe, ask Bob for a drink :-)
JoeBonsall - Jon Mir is oakridgeboys.com webmaster i am glad to have him here
Kathleen. - Joe, when you respond to live questions later, please use the first name of the questioner at the beginning of your response.
Bob R/CA - Hi Jon, thanks for being here. I've seen the website, quite a nice site :o)
JoeBonsall - ok i will try to remember that KAT haha
Kathleen. - Well, it seems unnecessary for me to introduce Joe Bonsall, but I would like to say that he is a gifted performer and author, and we are very pleased to have him with us at Teachers.Net tonight! Joe...
Jon Mir - Thanks. I have a good topic to cover...the Mighty Oaks!
Kathleen. - Jon, you have an intro?
Bob R/CA - ok!
JoeBonsall - Thank you for inviting me I am honored
Bob R/CA - Joe, did you want to say a few words to introduce ytourself, and your Molly books?
JoeBonsall - I now have 5 cats Sally Ann is new and not in a book YET!!
Kathleen. - Cris W asks: I know that "Outside will be out soon, do you have titles and release date for the next books?"
JoeBonsall - i never started out on a mission to write childrens books, just to write about Molly
Kathleen. - Folks, we will start with the presubmitted questions, then open it up
Kathleen. - Joe, how did you get started on the first Molly book?
JoeBonsall - My 4th book called Brewster will be out in april 99 followed by a Molly Christmas story
Kathleen. - Joe, Cris is asking "Do you know the titles and release dates for the whole series"?
Jon Mir - Looks like we lost Joe. I tried the phone and can't get through.
Kathleen. - When Joe gets back on, he'll tell us about the series of 12 books planned, possbile we'll get info about titles and relase dates
Bob R/CA - there he is! ;o)
KMBonsall - Are we experiencing tech. difficulties?
JoeBonsall - sorry gang froze up
Kathleen. - okay, joe, do you have titles for the whole series and release dates?
Bob R/CA - it happens :o(
JoeBonsall - i am back now Outside relaeases August 1st
JoeBonsall - Book #4 in april of 99
Kathleen. - Is there a title for #4?
JoeBonsall - Christmas book in 99 also all on Ideals childrens books
JoeBonsall - book 4 is about Brewster the bulldog and Molly
Kathleen. - Jen asked "what moral lesson do you attempt to communicate in your series, specific examples?"
JoeBonsall - book #4 is Brewster
JoeBonsall - my lessons are very subtle
JoeBonsall - all positive life stuff
Kathleen. - Erin asked"Why did you choose to write for children, not older or teens?"
JoeBonsall - i mean hey, this is talking CATS!!! haha
KMBonsall - All Bonsalls are related. Joe, we met at the Bonsall family reunion in PA around 1983 or so.
JoeBonsall - i never set out to write childrens books, it just came out that way
JoeBonsall - i just wrote about my cats
Kathleen. - Jimmie asks" how do youfind time to wrtie with your busyschedule?"
Kathleen. - Joe, Pat asks if you had a favorite children's book as a child, and your fav author now?
JoeBonsall - actually there is a lot of down time on bus, planes, hotels etc
JoeBonsall - i try to utilize my time wisely
Kathleen. - Favorite children's book when you were a tyke?
JoeBonsall - i read Zane Grey westerns as a child my fav now is Tom Clancy
Kathleen. - Joe, your favorite author now?
JoeBonsall - Molly books are for children of all ages and cat lovers everywhere
JoeBonsall - i loved all the fairy tales and DISNEY was my hero still is
Kathleen. - Joe, Chi asks about Just Open A book..tell us about it
JoeBonsall - it is a program here in TN to help literacy
Kathleen. - Joe, Mary notes that your language in the books evokes much emotion, was that difficult? conscious? the Mother-Mary name evokes a lot of emotion, she likes the 'cat speak' and 'human cat' terms
JoeBonsall - Books are at bookstores everywhere
JoeBonsall - my cats are very emotional they love life and believe in God
JoeBonsall - Mother Mary is looking over my shoulder
Kathleen. - Joe, Was it diffucult getting a publisher to take on the books with that religious tone?
JoeBonsall - Molly also at Amazon.com barnesandnobles.com and Country.com bookstore
Kathleen. - Molly books are available through book icon on the left frame
JoeBonsall - i had publishers turn me down because of the God of all creatures
Kathleen. - Joe, Faye asks: How can we be sure that the Molly books will be available through school book clubs?
JoeBonsall - Molly is nearby rainbow pillow and all
JoeBonsall - not really sure about that Kat
JoeBonsall - I Love the young warrior it feels great KYLE
YoungWarrior - Thanks!
Kathleen. - Joe, Karen in PA wants to tell you that she detects the same energy and talent in your writing as is in your singing :-)
JoeBonsall - Mother Mary says hi Zetta byte
Kathleen. - That is all I have for pre-submitted questons, so GO GET 'IM ;-)
JoeBonsall - The concept of God in my books were very important to me
JoeBonsall - Karen, that is a high compliment thank you
Wendy - Mary do you help Joe with his ideas, inspiration?
*Janet~AR* - Joe, what inspired you to start writing children's books?
YoungWarrior - I should be important to everyone....
Gumbo/K/La - Joe-------any plans to develop computer c-d roms for you books?????
Taylor - Joe, do you work with literacy programs in states other than Tennessee?
Kathleen. - Go ahead, Joe expound on how that is important to you
Paula - Hi Joey, Hi Mother Mary, Hi Molly, SallyAnn, Omie, Pumpkin and Gypsy
Wilma - Hi, Joe, Mary, & Molly! When is your third book due?
Cris in KC - My daughter has read the book you signed and wishes you had signed it to her. She loves both books. We can't wait until the next one comes out! Cris
Wendy - Third book due August 1
karen/PA - Joe- do you have children? How old? Have you made a practice of reading aloud to them when you are not on the road?
JoeBonsall - i am hoping to work a lot in those areas Taylor
QueenofMN - Good answer Kyle!
JoeBonsall - Mary is my inspiration and the CATS
Christiana - goodbye. Joe, my favorite song in Kindergarten was Elvira.
JoeBonsall - I have 2 daughters 28 and 24 and a grandaughter 3 and one on the way
Zetta Byte - Let the poor guy catch up!
JoeBonsall - KINDERGARTEN sheeeeeshhhh
Wendy - God bless you and your ever lovin' family!
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Kindergarten! Boy do I feel old. LOL
Kathleen. - feelin' old joe? ;-)
Cris in KC - It's okay, Joe. Some of us were around BEFORE Elvira.
Kathleen. - Joe, try to tell us more about Just Open a Book
JoeBonsall - Thanks Wendy
Wendy - Is the Christmas book a continuation of the Molly series, or something different?
Gumbo/K/La - Kindergarten???????????? Yikes........I AM as old as I feel!!!!! ;-0
karen/PA - I'm not really a cat lover but your books might just make me one!
Pat - What does the 3yr. old think of the books?
Mary K&1 - Joe, was Molly really found the way you tell about it in the book, Molly?
JoeBonsall - i do not feel that old :)
*Janet~AR* - Joe, I planon getting all of your Molly books fo whenever I get my own classroom! I love them.
faye - any plans for books other than for children as you are such a good communicator will Molly have her own website someday
JoeBonsall - Mary K yes Gabe brought Molly to the Home
Praline/3rd/LA - I just read Molly this afternoon.I just love it.
JoeBonsall - faye yes i have a lot of writing to do
Christiana - Don't worry-I'm just 23! Would love your books in my classroom-books that can be a "Light in the darkness-if you catch my drift!
Mary K&1 - That's how I get all my cats!
Amy Pfalzgraf - Joe- Cindy cant be here but her class LOVES your stuff. They call Molly the "Special" book and want her to read it all the time.
Kathleen. - Joe, are you "Honey"?
karen/PA - Joe- do you also write some of the songs that the Oaks sing?
JoeBonsall - Thanks Janet good luck on getting your own classroom
Jimmie/ESL/TX - I feel the same way, Christiana. :)
Mary K&1 - Joe, am I the only one who cries when I read Molly?
Paula - great pictures in the books...how did you find the illustrationist?
QueenofMN - JOE, How did you hook up with your illistrator? Her work is very impressive!
Gumbo/K/La - joe------any plans to branch out into c-d rom computer areas with the Molly books??
JoeBonsall - I so appreciate you teachers your job is the hardest and most IMPORTANT!!
Kathleen. - Joe's illustrator, Erin Marie Mauterrer will be here in about 10 minutes to join us
JoeBonsall - Ideals books found ERIN the test was drawing Molly she passed
Wilma - Mary K & 1 - the answer is "no, you're not the only one who cries!"
karen/PA - Joe- but books like yours make our classrooms so much fun!
Kathleen. - Joe, does any teacher from your past stand out in your memory?
JoeBonsall - Gabe was our nephew still is :)
JoeBonsall - i am honored to have Molly in a classroom
Wendy - Wow, I love it! Gabe is as real as Mary and you, Honey!
JoeBonsall - Kathleen several teachers helped me decide the right paths to take I am grateful to them
Kathleen. - Joe, what surprised you most about the experience of authoring a book?
Cris in KC - My daughter took the first Molly book to her classroom and her teacher read it to a room full of 5th graders. Sara said they loved it! (even the boys)
Mary K&1 - Joe, have you always liked cats, or did Mary convert you?
YENDOR - Joe....fan from a long time ago, here. Remember the Regents Quartet from Huntsville?
Amy Pfalzgraf - http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3558/Molly.htm
*Janet~AR* - Joe, Is writing books a way of relaxing for you since you have such a hectic schedule?
Diane - Does your daughter have any cats?
JoeBonsall - Just seeing them in a bookstore is mind boggling
JoeBonsall - writing is a form of relaxing but so much more
Diane - Do you do any songwriting anymore?
JoeBonsall - Mary had a lot to do with showing me the Love of the Feline
Amy Pfalzgraf - If any bookstore doesn't carry your books I usually say something. They have ordered them in some places. *yay!*
Diane - Is Mary here with you tonight?
*Janet~AR* - Joe, How does one get started writing a children's book?
JoeBonsall - Diane yes I am now writing Molly songs :)
JoeBonsall - MotherMary is here
KingofWA - Joe, why so long between releases of the books? Publisher's decision?
JoeBonsall - Thanks AMY
Diane - Does Mother Mary have a few words to say?
Mary K&1 - Joe, are the songs going to be for children?
Kathleen. - It surprised me to read "The smallest feline is a masterpiece" a quote from Leonard da Vinci in your book
Zetta Byte - Joe, when does the Molly CD come out? ;-)
JoeBonsall - KINGOFRA rex hi man publishers move
karen/PA - Joe- I need to logoff now. Thanks so much for spending time with us tonite. Love your books, love your songs. Best of luck to you. goodnite.
*Janet~AR* - Joe, Molly songs sounds like a great idea!!! Look forward to hearing them!!! ;)
Diane - Will you be doing some book signings in Wisconsin this summer?
JoeBonsall - MaryK children of all ages just like the books
Amy Pfalzgraf - no prob. :o) Mary- the kitties are lucky to have you! *You too Joe* How is Boomer???!
JoeBonsall - Thanks karen take care
Kathleen. - JOe, teachers would love an album for children :-)
Diane - Do the other singers share your love of cats?
JoeBonsall - Boomer is SallyAnn a sweet new little girl kittie
JoeBonsall - i am signing in the Dells
Diane - When will Sally Ann be in one of the books?
Diane - Do you know where at the Dells on the 11th of July?
Kathleen. - JOe, any plans for writing any non-fiction in the future?
JoeBonsall - check bookwire.com for signings info or go to oakridgeboys.com
praline/3rd/LA - I would love an album for children. I love country music.
gaylynn - A CD for children would be nice. My 3rd graders love to sing.
JoeBonsall - Kat no plans for non fiction right now i am working on 2 other projects
KingofWA - Bye all. Visit my ORB Worship Page http://www.triax.com/ab7iz/oakspage.htm
Kathleen. - 2 other projects?????????????????
JoeBonsall - Diane Sally Ann will apear in Molly Christmas story in 99
antmud - i just love molly and the home hi joe
JoeBonsall - Hi there Erin
Mary K&1 - Joe, can you talk catspeak?
Kathleen. - Ah, here is Joe's illustrator, welcom Erin Marie Mauterer
JoeBonsall - Thanks antmud
QueenofMN - Has Sally Ann gotten much bigger Joe?
Mary K&1 - Do you understand it?
erinm - Meow!!
JoeBonsall - Janet I am home on the old laptop
Paula - Joe, are you planning a line of Molly "beanies"?
Kathleen. - Erin will be doing a solo here on Aug. 6 :-)
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Hi, Erin.
JoeBonsall - funny PAula
Donna B4TX - JB...What advice can you give on getting a children's book published?
erinm - Hey, Joe!
Zetta Byte - I'd even start buying beanies it they were Molly related.
Amy Pfalzgraf - Erin- your work is amazing! You make them look so cuddly!
erinm - Hi Jimmie
Cris in KC - Erin, your illustrations are wonderful!
JoeBonsall - Erin Marie mauterer is the illustrator of the Molly Books welcome Erin
erinm - Thanks, it's a pleasure doing them
Paula - Erin, I love your work. You did a great job.
*Janet~AR* - Joe, I love your Branson,Mo. concerts especially the Christmas ones. I love the Molly Home book and plan on getting the whole set.
gaylynn - Hello Erin
erinm - These cats ARE cuddly!
Mary K&1 - Erin! I just love your work! It's beautiful!!!
Wilma - Just Think what McD's could do with a Molly Beanie!
faye - hello erin your illustrations are so lifelike and inspired many an illustrator in my 2nd grade classroom
*Janet~AR* - Hi erin! Nice meeting you?
Kathleen. - Joe and Erin, I was surprised to learn that you didn't work together (physcially)
JoeBonsall - getting a book published is hard but if it is a really GOOD book it will find its way
erinm - Thanks, it's a good thing Joe has cute kitties!
*Janet~AR* - erin, did you bond with the cats in order to get the full effect of your pictures?
Amy Pfalzgraf - I love the little pink mouse in the Home
erinm - Joe and I just met a couple weeks ago!! Three books later
Mary K&1 - Erin, you have kitties too, right?
erinm - You have no choice but to bond with CATS when they're anywhere around!! I have 3 cats now
Kathleen. - Honey, did you reallyrun into the wall????
praline/3rd/LA - erinm,did you see a picture of the real Molly before doing the illustrations?
JoeBonsall - Honey is very clumsy KAt the cats love to tease him
Kathleen. - Nice touch, Joe ;-)
Donna B4TX - Erin...how is it you were picked to do the illustrations. Did Joe do it or the publishers
JoeBonsall - Erins work in OUTSIDE is the best yet
Kathleen. - Joe, any sadness in upcoming books??
Amy Pfalzgraf - When does Outside hit the stores???
JoeBonsall - for a preview of OUTSIDE cover visit oakridgeboys.com
erinm - Joe sent me many wonderful pictures of his kitties, Omaha, Pumpkin, ... thanks Joe!! I love Outside too
*Janet~AR* - Joe, would you say you are a big animal activist?
Marjan/Ontario - Hello Joe. Don't know if this question was answered (I had to put the kids to bed), but what advice would you give to students who wanted to make a career in music or the arts?
Mary K&1 - Joe, Have you always stood out as a multi-talented person, or di your talents emerge a little at a time? Did your teachers realize all your gifts?
Pat - Erin - now that you've met Joe and the "family" will it have an impact on future Molly books?
JoeBonsall - Kat there is a little sadness but happy times are always around the corner
erinm - Joe had a "litter"of illustrators to choose from. O
erinm - I was luchky!!
Kathleen. - Yes, did any teacher note your music or writing talent earlyon?
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Erin, LOL!
Diane - Any other book signings on the schedul for this summer or how do we find out where you will be?
erinm - (Gee, now you see why I don't WRITE books. LOL
JoeBonsall - I am an animal activist in that i support responsible pet ownership
Joy - Hi, Joe It's Joy from Freeport!
erinm - Taylor, how did you see the outsid
JoeBonsall - Hi Joy Mary says hi
JoeBonsall - Diane i had a dog when i was a boy now just CATS
Kathleen. - Joe, any advice for us to pass onto our students who have interest/talents in the arts?? How has it fulfilled you?
Cris in KC - Joe, it was great seeing you in Branson on Sunday. Going to have to go in a few. Good luck with the Molly books. I know they'll do great. We love them here in the Whalen household. Good night.
JoeBonsall - hey erin i scanned the cover and jon put it on Oaks webpage
JoeBonsall - Janet you just said it!!!!
Taylor - Joe, earlier tonight you mentioned you were a Disney fan. Any plans for you or the Oaks to do any Disney projects?
JoeBonsall - my advice is to give every effort all that you have all children are talented
Mary K&1 - Joe, is it possible to tell us what you were like as a child? I often wonder if I'm missing things in the children with whom I work.
JoeBonsall - when i was young i wanted to sing NEVER GAVE UP!!!!!
*Janet~AR* - Joe, Would you find the Molly Books easy for specially challenged student to read?
Amy Pfalzgraf - I lost my first kitty to Feline Leukemia. :o( It is SO easy for them to get- please make sure your little ones are vacinated in time.
JoeBonsall - Taylor the Oaks have worked on several Disney projects over the years I would Love to see Molly on the big Disney screen someday:)
Paula - Joe, I think the Molly books would make a terrific Disney movie.
Donna B4TX - Erin...What other authors have you worked with?
Kathleen. - Joe, what kind of kid were you?
erinm - Joe, I'm excited the new Brewster book is in the works, can't wait to see the manuscript!
*Janet~AR* - I do too Paula!!!
Mary K&1 - Were you the little guy who was always singing his way through the day?
JoeBonsall - Janet yes challenged students should understand Molly
Gloria - Hi Joseph
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Joe, I agree with you. All children are talented. Some in ways that may make them well known people. Others in ways that just make them wonderful people. :) All my students get my best. :)
Kathleen. - Joe is writing books as satisfying as writing music/songs??
erinm - The authors I've worked with have been obscure to say the least. Working with Joe has been a big breakthrough for me, and I can't tell him how lucky I feel.
JoeBonsall - erin Brewster is on the way woooooooffffff
Kathleen. - Joe, my grandson, Christopher says "I love your books!"
erinm - Can't wait RUFFRUFF!!!!!
JoeBonsall - Jimmie i know the kids appreciate your efforts
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Erin, your illustrations are lovely. Your breakthrough was bound to happen. I'm glad it happened with the Molly series rather than later. :)
Gloria - Can a perso get a transcript of tonight's chat?
JoeBonsall - Kat success is satisfying hard work always pays off
erinm - Thanks, Jimmie. The field is tough, there are so MANY talented artists.
*Janet~AR* - erin, I saw the Molly Book for the first time Sat. and the pics were very Good. Children and Adults will love the pics.
Donna B4TX - Erin...we all should be so lucky!! LOL. You are very talented...i doubt that luck had much to do with it.
Amy Pfalzgraf - I take it that a dog will be stealing the scene?? *gasp* :o)
JoeBonsall - Janet my cats are wellllllllll just CATS
Kathleen. - Gloria, the transcript will be in our Archive (left frame) soon, thanks to our Mary k&1
Thrilma - I work for an agency that has 2 schools for BD/ED kids. The Molly books are in the library and I'm told the kids love 'em
Gloria - Thank you Kathleen
Pat - Joe, after my neice met you last year and you signed her book - she has been writing books of her own - just wanted to let you know you inspired one 6 yr old!
*Janet~AR* - Joe, those are the kind that are the smartest and the best pets! My little dog was wellllll a dog! LOL
erinm - Thanks, Donna. It's a tough road, and sometimes talent plays a only small part until you're found.
JoeBonsall - Thrilma thanks high compliment
Kathleen. - Pat, now that should make Joe feel good!
JoeBonsall - Thanks PAT give her my love
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Pat, that's such a sweet story. :)
Gloria - The books are really great!
Paula - Joe, I gave the books to the pediatric department where I work and they fight to take them home.
*Janet~AR* - that is really cute Pat.
Gloria - When will Sally Ann make her first appearance in a book?
JoeBonsall - well it is about time to head for the night night room
Kathleen. - Joe, would you have your publicist send me more info about your JOAB actviites, we can help
Cris - Good night Joe. Hope to see you soon. C(h)ris
JoeBonsall - yes KAT stay in touch with tall tan young Steve robinson
Taylor - Joe, it's wonderful that your books are now inspiring youngsters (and the rest of us) the way your music always has. Thank you for all of it!
*Janet~AR* - Joe thank you so much to talking to all of us and we appreciate the Molly Books and You.
Thrilma - Good night!
Gumbo/K/La - Thanks for the music and the books, Joe....How about some Molly software???????
Kathleen. - Je, thank you VERY much for giving your time toingt, you obviously have a huge following, it strained our technology! :-)
Gloria - It was great having you here tonight Joseph
Tony B/CA - Greetings! Hi JoeBonsall, thanks for being here. We'll get streaming audio and video yet - break out those classic O.R.B. numbers ;)
Donna B4TX - Your welcome Erin! Enjoyed the chat...maybe someday your we will meet in the drawing room! LOL Night all!
Kathleen. - please sing elvira ;-)
Gumbo/K/La - bye, joe.......
Kathleen. - one million two ;-)
Paula - Night Mother Mary and Joey
Amy Pfalzgraf - ahhhh! leave it to the shows. *hehe*
Gloria - We need a Molly tune!
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Oh, Tony! That would be fantastic!!! :)))
JoeBonsall - ELVIRA>>>>>>>> thanks to all this is a real honor for me
praline/3rd/LA - Enjoyed it ,Joe
erinm - G'night Joe, watch that nite nite room... those cat tails all over the place!
Kathleen. - Good night JOe! see you next book :-)
*Janet~AR* - Joe, it was a honor to have you talk to us! :)
faye - an honor for us as well
Jon Mir - Blatant plug webmaster style....visit oakridgeboys.com
Pat - Goodnight & Thnanks, Joe & Erin -best of Luck
Joy - Joe, I use books in music class for kids love to be read to - then we make up song about the subject.
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Joe, thanks so much for takeing time out to visit with us. I have greatly enjoyed it. :) Hope you
Gloria - Thanks Kathy for a great job
Cris - Hi Jon. Sorry I missed you in Branson.
Kathleen. - WEll, all, that is the great Joe Bonsall, let's put our hands together...oh, heck, never mind :-))
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Hope you'll come again sometime, Joe.
Mary K&1 - Thanks for sharing with us tonight, Joe! The time went so fast!
JoeBonsall - Goodnight everyone God Bless especially those of you who teach!!!
Kathleen. - Jon, thanks, a learning experience!
Paula - Erin, good luck in your future endeavors
*Janet~AR* - erin nice meetin you, too. A real honor!
Amy Pfalzgraf - *bows in the presence of the Mighty WebMaster*
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Jon, I plan to. :) Thanks for coming, too!
*Janet~AR* - Nite Joe!
Kathleen. - Thanks, Joe we need His help!!
faye - goonnight mother mary and all the felines as well
Kathleen. - Thank you to Jon, too!
Tony B/CA - Joe, sorry I couldn't stay longer - but I will catch up with you for future projects. Get a bowl of ice for those fingers. ;) Technology will catch up with the innovation here...
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Erin, thanks for coming to talk with us. :) I'm glad you came.
erinm - Great to meet you all, my first chat ever!! What a novice! Back to the Drawing board. MEOWWW
Gloria - Great job Jon for all your hard work.
Jon Mir - Bye all. Thanks for supporting Joe and Molly and...
Kathleen. - Thanks, jon...
Gloria - Where do we find the transcript?
Jimmie/ESL/TX - God bless you and yours, too, Joe. :)
Amy Pfalzgraf - Have a good evening all. dream of bowls of cream and fat mice that run slow. *purrr*
JoeBonsall - May the God of ALL creatures bless you all especially those who TEACH!!!
erinm - My pleasure Jimmie, I'll talk to you all again in August!
Gloria - Well said Joe
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Great, I'll "see" you then, Erin! :)
Cris - God bless you, Joe.
Kathleen. - ;-) joe
Thrilma - Good night all and thanks for inviting us Certifiable Oaks Fanatics!
Mary K&1 - Thanks, Joe, we can use all we can get!
JoeBonsall - God Bless you all especially the teachers
*Janet~AR* - god bless you Joe! ;)
Cris - Thank you, teachers, for letting us Oaks fans join in on your conversation.
Kathleen. - Cris, our pleasure to have you!
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Glad you came, Cris. :) Come visit us again sometime. :)
Bob R/CA - Joe Thanks for being here tonight, we appreciate you taking the time to be here with us.
Paula - yes, thanks for letting us come to your chat. It was fun!
Mary K&1 - I Love Joe and his books and his music and his smile!
Bob R/CA - We'll have this session archived soon on Teachers.Net
Cris - Thank you. I work for the US Dept. of Ed.
Taylor - Thanks Joe, Jon, Kathleen, Erin & all who put this together. God bless, we love ya & a very good nite to all.
Kathleen. - Cris, US DEpt of ed??? e-mail me kat@teachers.net
Jimmie/ESL/TX - Thanks for coming, Paula. Come again.
*Janet~AR* - Kat, did you get my e-mail about the date of the sub meeting?
Gumbo/K/La - Just came back to thank Kat and Bob-------enjoyed it, ya'll!!!!! :-)
Kathleen. - Taylor, so glad you enjoyed it!
Kathleen. - JOe is truly a nice person
Bob R/CA - Thanks everyone for your support tonight, you can send your feedback and suggestions to me at feedback@teachers.net
Bob R/CA - Goodnight all! :o)
