A Read-Aloud Story by Donna O'Toole for people of all ages about loving & losing, friendship & hope. Aarvy Aardvark s family have all been taken far, far away to a place called Zoo. Aarvy is so sad and upset that he can t eat or sleep. In fact, he is so full of despair and hopelessness that he just wants to die. Ralphy Rabbit, who befriends Aarvy, helps Aarvy learn about the strengths within himself. This story goes so deeply into your heart that it will help you heal and grow. Read Aarvy Aardvark Finds Hope to your children, your parents, your clients, your friends . . . and read it to yourself. You deserve to be so lovingly validated. This book is the calibre of The Velveteen Rabbit excellent. Carol Wescott, Counselor "It brought tears to my eyes, a smile to my lips and a warm glow to my heart. Hope, love and friendship rings from every page. Alexis Stein, Director, To LifeThe Lessons Aarvy Teaches: Grief is a natural healing process Grief is emotional, physical, spiritual Grief is highly personal Grief can connect rather than separate when experienced fully It is OK to remember Rituals and imagination assist healing Friends can hold hope, witness sorrow and assist healing
