Frida in Magic Land

Frida Cahto embarks on an adventure to understand her human. The garden's meditating spider, Bhodvi Rachnid, tells Frida that the meaning of life is 47 and counsels her to see the world through human eyes, but the cat's perceptions only serve to muddle things. In Magic Land, the Fairy Trees serve as mirrors to Frida and help the cat to see and love herself more deeply, and to assist her in expressing her own authentic beauty through art. Frida returns to the garden where the wise spider divulges the true meaning of 47. Perturbed that the spider continues to call her Grasshopper, Frida threatens to eat him. Many of the illustrations in the book utilize innovative photographic techniques, shooting photos through filters and capturing distorted reflections off of metal. Through the eyes of a cat, readers get a humorous glimpse into how changing our perceptions can help us find a deeper connection with the earth and those around us, and to nurture greater compassion and love within ourselves. Ages 12 and up. Excerpt More paintings appeared. "Oh, so exquisite," the cat exclaimed. Frida smiled and looked at the many reflections of herself. "I have many beautiful expressions." She purred loudly. The Fairy Trees nodded. "So true. Who you are--all of you is very beautiful, indeed. In Magic Land, when you learn to see yourself from the heart of unconditional love and acceptance, you open to your authentic beauty. Then you clearly see that you are a shining light, one that glimmers from within your heart, lit from your own pure Source of Love. When you realize this, dear Cattail, you no longer fear to express who you are. You then know that the light within your own heart is always true and bright, as is the Heart Light that also shines within every living being." "I am so happy," exclaimed Frida. "Of course, you do know that I already knew this." She purred. "A cat is a wonderful thing, and I'm the only one that is just like me." She bounced around on the ground and laughed. "My paws are like springs." She made a funny growl and then sat. A perplexed look came over her face. "Why did I just do that?"