Books with title Ida, Always

I am the keeper of the castle. This castle... Always... How deep is the bond between a child and a beloved dog? And how far will a pet go to protect his dear friend? To the ends of the Earth...always. Alison McGhee gives voice to the devotion that knows no bounds in this gentle and poignant picture book about friendship, loyalty, and most of all, love.

Author, Taylor Mills takes readers on a heartfelt and honest journey through his family's whirlwind life in the military; a humorous upbringing with his spunky mother, Lola, and jokester father, the tragic and sudden loss of his vibrant older sister, and his family's trek down the road to recovery. In an attempt to hold the family together, Lola turned back to the everlasting bond she had with her only daughter and ignited a widespread crusade to keep her memory alive while raising awareness of the dangers of drinking and driving. Through her selfless dedication and love, she changed the lives of many. Her whimsical life lessons and passion for helping others spread through the community, creating an inspiring legacy like no other.

Children everywhere will be comforted by this universal tale, in which a young boy is assured that his mother loves him — no matter what he does."Do you love me when I finger-paint with toothpaste on the bathroom mirror?"As he goes through a day, a child asks his mother for reassurance with a series of questions. Does she love him when he's gentle? Does she love him when he's not? Does she love him when he jumps in puddles wearing his new sneakers? Simple, charming, and disarming, Ann Stott's story will resonate with little listeners and adults alike. Matt Phelan's funny, poignant drawings capture the child's behavior, both good and bad, and the mother's unconditional love.