Beverly Cleary is a genius and I am close to rating this book as my most favorite of all time. I clearly remember reading about how Ramona put on a witch mask and chased Davy around the playground trying to catch him to kiss him...she had sweet moves that always worked! I still feel terrible for the unsuspecting 2nd grade boy that I sat on during recess the day after reading this chapter.

My friend says that I am "Ramona Quimby Age 32" and I think that there is no better compliment. I've never wanted to be Susan with her bouncy curls, and while fascinating, I am sure that they would just be impractical. Like Ramona, I too have to contend with my own Beezus who likes to rain on my parade once in awhile but I know that it is all with love. Ramona is assertive, strong and compassionate, she is a great role model for girls and boys alike.

My greatest wish? To squeeze an entire tube of toothpaste out in the sink. I can't wait to read this series to my children and hope that they will be inspired to be their very "worst witch" everyday.