BEAUTIFUL BLUE & ME is a charming children's book displaying the innocence and the curiosity of a young person wanting to grow up too fast. Upon finding a special friend, an understanding develops within this young heart that much is to be learned through the beauty of nature. Through extraordinary photos, a young child invents a captivating dialogue with Beautiful Blue. At one point, the child wishes to fly on the wings of the Great Blue Heron and experience the world through curiosity, innocence, and a desire to know more about life.The Great Blue Heron shares his zest for living and the need to slow down and cherish every sunset. His influence provides a measure of discovery through strength, resilience, and confidence. The teachings realized prepare the young mind to collect a wealth of memories to treasure for a lifetime. Growing up is a means of enriching oneself, not quickly, but with meaning and pure joy. Constant learning delivers an existence of wisdom.