Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 Sherrie's son, Todd, was a strong-willed child who didn't listen to her or his father. She didn't want to quench his spirit, so she didn't want to stop him from doing whatever he wanted. #2 The author's life was similar to Lois's every day. She would listen to people's problems, consol them, and give advice, but never received any in return. #3 The author's friend, Sherrie, was always described as dependable by people who wanted something from her. Sounds like a description of a good mule. Sherrie began to resent having to help her friend, and secretly wished she could be transplanted to another flower pot. #4 When Todd's third-grade teacher noticed that he was always on task when he was interested in the subject, she wondered if Todd had an attention- deficit problem or was just hyperactive. But when she tested him, he came out normal

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