Meeting John Grogan

Does the name sound familiar??

Well it should do, Mr John Grogan is the author of Marley & Me, you may know it better from the blockbuster movie that is showing in the cinema right now.

Last night I was lucky enough (along with my gorgeous friend Jo) to go to a cocktail evening in the company of Mr Grogan, which was held at the Holiday Inn hotel in Wellington City. It was such a lovely evening, people filled the room chatting over a nicely chilled wine and a few canapés. Mr Grogan joined us and mingled talking with various people.

Mr Grogan entertained us with a wonderful talk on the inspiration that was Marley - for those of you who don't know - this is a true story. He also went on to tell stories of what had happened since his book took off, being part of movie when it was made and then going onto his new book which is out now called The Longest Trip Home.

Afterwards we got to meet John and have a little chat whilst he signed his new book which I had just bought that evening. I was also cheeky enough to ask for a photo!!

It was truly inspirational listening to John. He was an ordinary man (and still is of course!) who wrote a story from the heart, one that has touched every single dog owner like never before. With the movie being made it will reach an even further audience, even those who have never had a dog will relate.

It was humbling to be in his presence, and I feel so very inspired. I am so pleased to have met him, thank you Mr Grogan for being gracious enough to share your journey with us.