Meet My Best Friend
About My Dog Mom
My Doggy Mom, Mary Thompson, taught me the best things—be kind, be brave, and love your Pack.
That’s why I’m so lucky to have Troy (the gentle giant), Paisley (the speedy spark), and friends like YOU!
With my Pack, even a regular day turns into an adventure full of wags, chases, and happy hearts!
There Really is Something About Mary!
Family, Adventures, & Spirit
Mary Thompson grew up on Maple Shade Farm in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin—a place filled with stories, hard work, and five generations of family memories. From an early age, she learned that adventure can be found in both ordinary days and extraordinary journeys. That spirit carried her to Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, and later across the ocean to France, where a year abroad sparked her lifelong love of discovery.
Over the Years
Over the years, Mom has worn many hats—classroom teacher, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction program manager, and an HR executive in financial services. Yet through it all, she carried with her a love of storytelling. Now, she is sharing those stories, bringing them to life on the page for children and families to enjoy.
Mom, my doggy daddy, Larry Jenkins, and I live in Madison, Wisconsin. My Pack—Troy and Paisley don’t live far away and I play with them every week!
Connections
Mom is also very busy in the Rotary Club of Madison, whose mission is to connect, grow, and serve.
Through her Rotary connections, Mary found the talented illustrator, digital marketing specialist, and publicist who helped bring The Adventures of Coco Mia—LOST into the world.
Their collaboration is a reminder that real-life friendships and community support are at the heart of every great adventure.
Join the Pack
My Pack is full of hugs, wagging tails, and big adventures with my friends Troy and Paisley. Wanna be part of the fun? Come join my Pack—there’s always room for one more!
Yours Truly,
Coco Mia & the Pack
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