RIF- Because of Winn-Dixie

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I can't wait to talk to you about Because of Winn-Dixie. This is a special book. I hope you will tell me what you think about it here.

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  1. EliJune 9, 2012 at 4:08 PM

    Hi Mrs. Roland,
    I'm glad you had fun camping. I read BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE and thought it was a good book. It was sad and silly to me. My mom and I laughed a lot when Opal was telling us about her dad. The part when she said, "if my dad wasn't thinking about preaching, he was preaching or getting ready to preach". It was sad and funny. She seemed so lonely til Winn Dixie came along. Thanks for this book. Now I need to trade with someone. Bye:)

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  2. Brandye RolandJune 11, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    Hi, Eli! It is great to hear from you! I am glad you and your mom liked the book. It is one of my favorites. Did you know that there is a movie based on this book? If you haven't seen it, check it out! It isn't as good as the book (they never are), but it is pretty cute! I can't wait to hear who you traded the book to. Make sure you explain to them how this works! We want to keep it going! Have a great summer and stay in touch!

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