Gilbert of Hethpool is found

Dear Sue,

My name is Linda Perea and I live in Phoenix, Arizona. Tippy Mueller is my sister-in-law.

To continue with Gilbert's adventures. I understand that he set out for the Grand Canyon and got lost. I found him wandering the beach in Southern California and brought him safely home with me.

Included is a photo of me and Gilbert where I found him at Dana Point.

Gilbert has been a wonderful guest, wanting to explore the deserts of Arizona where Saguaro cactuses grow. They only grow on the Sonoran desert and nowhere else in the world.

Here is a picture of Gilbert in front of one.

I taught school for 35 years here in Phoenix in grades kindergarten and first grade. My favorite activities with the children were languages and arts.

Stories like this of Gilbert's travels were always a delight for the children.

Talk with you soon,

Linda Perea