现在我该怎么办?不能把手上的油漆擦在裤子或衬 衫上——天哪!我找不到擦油漆的布子!
What am I going to do now? I can't get the paint on my hands on my pants or shirt—oh my god! I can't find a cloth to wipe the paint off!
One small moment of curiosity can sometimes turn an ordinary afternoon into an unforgettable lesson. In “Where Are You? (Mandarin Edition)” by Larry Bachman, a young boy’s innocent attempt to help his mother paint the kitchen quickly transforms into a colorful disaster that leads him on an emotional journey filled with fear, reflection, forgiveness, and love. Proudly published by Citi of Books, the book is now available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other major retail platforms.
Larry Bachman is no stranger to farm life. He was born and raised in the countryside of Pennsylvania and became the owner of the local, small-town newspaper. Eventually, life took him away from the picturesque serenity of the country. After chasing the dream and leaving his roots behind, Larry finally came back to his country “home”—fifty years later. As he says, “You don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone.”
Currently, he lives in De Kalb, Texas, where he uses his practical life skills in homesteading. He attends the De Kalb Seventh-day Adventist Church, and in his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and exploring nature.
At the center of the story is a young boy, whose imagination and curiosity quickly lead him into trouble. While his mother is busy painting the kitchen, he becomes fascinated by her artwork and watches her carefully as she transforms the walls with paint and creativity.
When she briefly steps away to answer a phone call, the boy sees an opportunity to contribute his own artistic touch. What begins as innocent curiosity soon turns into playful experimentation as he adds details to a smiley face his mother painted on the wall. Before long, the simple drawing becomes a full character complete with ears, hair, hands, and a nose created through messy finger painting. Unfortunately, his excitement quickly spirals into chaos. Paint spreads across the walls, the floor, the cabinets, and even his clothes. Realizing the magnitude of the mess he has created, the boy becomes overwhelmed with fear and embarrassment.
Rather than reacting with harsh anger, the boy’s parents respond calmly and thoughtfully. From his hiding place, he overhears them discussing the situation with concern rather than rage. Eventually, he hears his mother calling out to him with love, understanding, and reassurance. Her voice carries forgiveness instead of condemnation, creating a deeply touching turning point that reminds readers how powerful compassion can be in moments of failure.
Beneath its simple storytelling lies a meaningful spiritual message inspired by the Biblical story of Adam and Eve in Genesis. The title itself echoes God’s question, “Where are you?” after Adam and Eve hide following their disobedience. Much like the young boy hiding in fear, Adam and Eve withdrew because of shame and guilt. The story gently draws this parallel to show children that mistakes are part of growing up, but hiding from them only deepens fear and separation. Healing begins when honesty, accountability, and trust replace fear.
This book is more than a story about spilled paint and childhood mistakes. It is a gentle reminder that even after failure, there is always a path back to love, trust, and forgiveness. Through a child’s simple experience, the book delivers a profound lesson about grace, accountability, and the comfort of knowing that we are always welcomed back with compassion.
Excitingly, “Where Are You?” is now available in Mandarin, allowing even more families to experience its heartfelt message in their native language. This expanded accessibility reflects the story’s desire to share lessons of forgiveness, accountability, and unconditional love with readers from diverse backgrounds. Whether read in Mandarin or English, the book offers children and families a meaningful story that encourages honesty, emotional growth, and the comforting reminder that love always welcomes us back home.
你知道吗？”你在哪里？”是圣经中最重要的问题。如果上帝问你这个问题，你会怎么回答？你当然会说：”我在这里。”他同时也在问我们的信仰。我真的不禁要问：”我们在哪里？”作为基督徒，我们的信仰有多深？当上帝问亚当这个问题时，他也想知道亚当的信仰有多深。
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