Marley & Me

This afternoon I left work for awhile to head on down to the Mall of America to see John Grogan, the author of Marley & Me's book signing.

We were like 5th and 6th in line. It was awesome.

I was shocked that there weren't more people there. I thought this book was popular??? Did they not advertise the book signing? What gives?

John was very nice. He talked for a bit and then answered questions. One little boy asked him what his favorite Marley moment was. What John described brought tears to my eyes!

He talked about an evening he built a fire and get nestled on the floor to watch a movie. Marley, who was very old by then, came over to him and plopped right on top of him and fell asleep. John let him stay there and sleep for the evening. It reminded me of my Phoebe and how she would get nestled on my chest and tummy when we would lay on the couch.

I got my book signed and even had a chance to show him a picture of my Phoebe girl. He said he was very sorry for my loss.

I only wish there were more people there. I'm sad he didn't get a bigger turnout. People missed out on meeting a really nice guy!

I'm so glad I went! (left work at 11:30 and was back to work by 3!)