Gecko and kids an important link

I was halfway through my first adult novel when inspiration came to me in the form of a gecko. I watched it climb the wall and told my husband to leave it as it would feed on the bugs in the house. Unfortunately my cat had other ideas!

Geckos are a great role model for children. They are said to be courageous creatures, brave, intrepid and adventurous.

Lots of people regard the gecko as the guardian of the home. No one knows the history of this tradition. In the Iberian peninsular in fact as a good luck symbol they are more popular than the clover or the horseshoe in Northern Europe. In many gardens you will find ceramics featuring this little creature.

The gecko is said to be blessed with both a passion for good life and the good fortune to enjoy it. Supposedly this builds a fire in humans by prioritising self care and connection. In reality they eat a lot of the bugs that humans prefer not to have in their homes. A natural hoover.

As I watched that little gecko in my house, I knew I had to write a book about it. For children to learn about a creature that is courageous, brave and adventurous that must lead to a good outcome. For me I hope it brings good luck to mine.

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