If you are a follower of my blog, you know that Fred is a chipmunk.
We first shared Fred on our “Sunsataional Weekend: Chipmunk vs Squirrel” post.
Fred is a real chipmunk that has been visiting me since 2009. Fred sits on the patio ledge every morning.Its been my morning routine (after having my breakfast) to sit by the patio door to say hello to Fred. He makes lots of squeaky noises once he sits on the patio.
When I was away last year (I lived in HI), I was thinking I would never saw him again.
The first thing I did when I moved back to my home was to look for Fred.
I did not see him for days but Golden Happy when he appeared on the patio.
I shared it on my May 13th Reuniting With Fred post.
Many have asked us …How did we come up with the name FRED?
Every time Fred shows up, mom says there’s your “friend” chipmunk.
Yes, the name Fred was derived from the word Friend.
From this poem …
Fred, the chipmunk.
My furry backyard friend.
He makes squeaky chirpy blend.
Love to chase him but
he moves so quick.
Fred can run so slick.
Fred digs a hole
for his winter home.
Collects nuts and berries
to keep for his winter sleep.
… my mom was inspired to write a book, Sugar’s Furry Friend.
Sugar’s Furry Friend was published 10/23/11. Mom self published it and it was available in print (for a limited time). Sugar’s Furry Friend is geared for young children ages 3-6 years old (early readers) The illustrations in the book are based on my backyard photos taken by mom. We’ve sold out of the limited prints and recently did small reprints. Last May 13, 2013, Sugar’s Furry Friend was converted as an ebook available on Amazon Kindle.
GUESS What? as my pre-12th Barkday gift for everyone,
ONLY Today 8/5 (starts 12:00am PST) Sugar’s Furry Friend is available for
FREE on Amazon Kindle.
Below is a 34sec video where you can see Fred is real. Fred chirps and waves too.
FRED, Sugar’s Furry Friend from Golden Woofs on Vimeo.
Click HERE to get Sugar Furry Friend’s book on Amazon Kindle.
If you downloaded our book, we appreciate a review post on Amazon.
Lots of Golden Thanks and ENJOY!
Lots of Golden L♥VE n Woofs
SUGAR
You know that we read your book and loved it. Very nice of you to offer it for free right now though! I really do need to go on Amazon and post a review for it along with some other books…
To think Fred was right there waiting for you…..magic.
XXXOOO Daisy, Bella & Roxy
Oh Sugar, that’s great I will visit Mr. Amazon. We have no chipmunks here, I think I can learn something about this small guys. have a great golden Monday.
Ah, so now I know the difference between chipmunks and squirrels 🙂 Fred is really cute, he almost sounds like a bird. Your Mum is very clever writing a book about you and Fred. And very generous to give it away today.
We think this is great! Our Mommy wrote a children’s book a long time ago and never published it. She always wishes she had and maybe she will someday be inspired to do so! What a great thing for this to be free on Amazon kindle now. Purrfect Monday post. XOXOXO
I LOVE your book Sugar. I have read it a few times. Miss Vickie gave it to my MOM (Well the one you sent me she can not find that “special” place she put it so she would not lose it. But Bert gave me a temporary copy until Miss Vickie can find the one you sent me). It’s a wonderful book AND I have read it to a lot of little peeps and they love it too.
Blessings,
Goose
Must have missed the post where you found Fred again. So happy for you, Sugar.
We have your book and still love to read it to the grandkids. Soon they’ll be old enough to read it by themselves.
🙂
It is wonderful that you were reunited with Fred. It is also wonderful that you are sharing your book!
fred is so cute and congrats on selling out of the book…
we loved your book too! How nice of you to offer it for free!
We were so glad when you were reunited Sugar. We loved the book. Have a marvellous Monday.
Best wishes Molly
Good Morning Sugar, Thank you so much for your generosity in sharing our book with us! I just went and got it because I know that my grands will love it-also shared it on FB. You and your mom are simply the very best.
Lots of wags and hugs,
Noreen & Hunter
That is so cool Sugar and thanks! We just downloaded your book! Hey, I think Fred’s brother lives in our backyard…his name is Frisco!
Fred must have missed you SOOOOOO much while you were in Hawaii. Love how he got his NAME.
Wow that’s fantastic and what a week of fun you have lined up!
I already know the difference between chippers and squirrels. We only have squirrels at my house but out at my cousin Lena’s house and at Gramma’s house they have chipmunks and I love them. They are so adorable. Sharing your post for you today…it is such a cute book!
Sugar, I love the book! It’s such a sweet little story! I was very happy when I read that Fred had returned for his morning visits with you after you arrived home from Hawaii! And I love the little video clip, too! Have a Golden day my furry friend!!
Hey Sugar – we think your friend Fred has cousins over in our backyard! Our mom loves your book and read it to children in her toddler class. And they LOVED it!
Hey! Fred is back! I remember him 🙂 Your mommy shud do more books on Sugar for kiddies.
Here it is your birthday and you’re the one giving gifts! So sweet of you, Sugar! Sharing!
SUGAR YOU ARE SUCH A SWEET AND FUN FRIEND. FRED IS LUCKY TO BE LIVING IN YOUR YARD.
WE HAVE YOU BOOK AND WE LOVE IT. HEY I HAVE MY OWN CHIPMUNKS TOO THEY ARE SO CUTE BUT I DON’T GET TO VISIT THEM EXCEPT FROM MY WINDOW
HUGS MADI YOUR BFFF
We loved your book. I know we did a review on Good Reads but we will look to make sure we did one on Amazon too.
We bought it already (I need to catch up on my reviews!) but will share this with my friends!
So cool!
Oh wow…we love hearing about Fred. Thank for the chance to get thee e-book too.
We too read the book so we know all about Fred. It’s so wonderful that he still continues to visit.
Have a woof woof day Sugar. My best to your mom. 🙂
So Fred must be a really good friend to have stuck around that whole time you were gone. Bet you were both so happy to see each other.
Woos – Phantom, Ciara, and Lightning
That is wonderful that you found Fred again! Mom says that they used to have a couple of chipmunks that lived under the front steps, but she hasn’t seen any for years now. You are a great furiend Sugar
hugs
Bailey, Hazel & Greta
Such a lovely book xx
I love the idea of the book, I just wish I had a Kindle!
Glad to see you have a book out!
Oh Sugar how we love your story about you and Fred
Benny & Lily
Lots of important events coming up in honor of your birthday Sugar – so excited to participate in as many as I can!
What a wonderful giveaway! We got the print book for my grandson and he loves it! he’s not old enough to read it himself yet, but I can’t wait until he is.
Wooooo, how fantastic Sugar!!! You are such a sweet girl for sharing your book with us all!
*Cairn cuddles*
Oz
Very cool!!!
We just love how you and Fred are friends!
That’s so kewl that you and Fred still remember one another after a year! I bet he missed you just as much as you missed him.
We never met a chipmunk before. Maybe we can stop by and meet Fred?
Your Pals,
Murphy & Stanley
PS – We forgot to say thank you for the book. I will ask mom to read it to us tonight!
Your Pals,
Murphy & Stanley
We don’t have a kindle but were able to download it onto Amazon Kindle Online and read it there on the computer – it is pawsome and love the artwork
Sugar, mom just read your book to us, 2 times! We really liked all the pictures! Then mom showed me how to put a review on Amazon. If you look you will see it says my name! Thanks again and happy Pre-birthday!
Your Pals,
Murphy & Stanley
Oh, that Fred sure is a cutie!!! OMD! Thanks so much for the book Sugar!!!! Ma just downloaded it! She says she’s gonna read it to me tonight!!
Kisses,
Ruby ♥
We are so glad Fred was waiting for you! Looking forward to all our upcoming advents. Lee and Phod
Thank you so much Sugar and your clever Mum! My Mum has downloaded it on her Kindle for when she looks after the children next door 🙂 They drop crumbs (alot) which I just love about them BOL!!!!
So glad Fred was there waiting after a year, he is a good friend! Congrats on your Kindle edition 🙂
My Mum just left a review on Amazon 🙂