About Our Book
- Mother-Daughter Project: My mom and I poured our hearts into creating this 64-page hardcover book.
- Triangular Poetry: We combined a unique poetic structure with vibrant, full-color artwork on every spread.
- Faith-Filled Design: Every page is thoughtfully crafted to honor our faith in God’s sovereignty as Creator.
Built for Family Connection
- All Generations: We designed this book for all ages to enjoy together.
- Shared Reading: It is built to spark meaningful conversations between parents, grandparents and kids.
- Lasting Bonds: Our goal is to help your family build strong, lifelong connections through reading.
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Comments from Customers
Dear Kat and Geri,
“I received your book, “AND IT WAS SO” in yesterday’s mail. Very impressive! The quality of the content and printing is exceptional! As I took a few moments this morning before breakfast to quickly peruse it, I found myself very intrigued and am anticipating a more careful reading as my schedule allows. The Bible passages and graphic designs are well chosen. It has a simplicity in one sense, yet very profound at the same time. This book will both edify Christians and hopefully be an effective witness to those still needing to learn about God’s grace and salvation through Jesus Christ. I first learned about this book a few weeks ago when I conducted the service at your church in Suttons Bay when filling in for your Pastor’s vacation. I quickly ordered it expecting to be very satisfied, and it was so!
In Christ,
Pastor Paul Schneider
“I have had the complete joy of reading and absorbing this beautifully illustrated and written book! The vibrant and passionate illustrations on each page profoundly captured the undeniable beauty and mystery of creation! The inspirational, connective and reflective poetry is scripture based and points to the Trinity, Creator of the Universe! I love that you could read it in any sequence too! It was truly enjoyable cover to cover….very engaging and informative for all ages! Your book is a genuine keepsake and will captivate the reader for years to come!
I especially enjoyed searching for the Alpha Omega symbols and reading the Sacred Snacks! I gained a new perspective on many things!”
Thank you ~ Mother & Daughter team for this outstanding gift of literature!
Terri, Michigan
“I just finished a thorough review of “And It Was So.” You and Kat are to be commended for producing an extraordinary work that is informative, inspiring and true to the Biblical record in every way. I feel very privileged to have a family member so gifted, talented and loving of the Lord! May God richly Bless you and Kat as this book touches many lives.”
Tim Holt
Hardcover Book Description
And it Was So, based on Genesis, is written and illustrated to appeal to children, but its unique style invites all ages to appreciate and enjoy the Biblical text, multi-level triangular poetry and detailed illustrations. All reveal God’s wisdom in the sequence of creation, the interdependent universe and relationships between nonliving substance and living organisms.
The three lines, of each verse, may be read in any order, yet maintain the poetic flow and the intended meaning. Even in our private Technological World, And It Was So encourages the fun of reading out loud, sharing thoughts, seeking answers, building face to face dialog and inter-generational relationships. Plus, growing in wisdom and faith through God’s inspired Word.
Author and illustrator took the creative license to present codependent interactions between the environment and living organisms, between living creatures and the human race, between man and woman and between mankind and the Creator of the flawless universe.
Both poetry and art work together to reveal a gracious and orderly God who fashioned an orderly and consistent universe that enables exploration and understanding of our physical and spiritual worlds. All this God has freely given to mankind to appreciate and care for.
Waiting to be discovered, in each illustration, is the hidden Alpha and Omega (beginning and end) symbolizing the unseen but ever-present eternal God. The Sacred Snacks, in back of the book, provide additional information and scientific discoveries that older children and adults appreciate.
And It Was So, a 64-page table-top resource, bridges Biblical truth, scientific findings, and multi-generational relationships. Authored by Geri Pool, a published writer of both scientific and spiritual material and listed in Who’s Who in Education. Illustrated by Kat Dakota, an award-winning artist, graphic designer and coordinator of community art and sustains a multi-media art studio. Any age will appreciate the Scripture, rhyme, art, and mystery of And It Was So..
Author: Geri Pool
Geri Pool is an accomplished educator and author. She holds a Master’s degree in Education and Curriculum Development and is recognized in Who’s Who in Education for a career dedicated to academic excellence in creative writing and science. Her professional impact includes in-services on How to Teach Science and Classroom Management, developing state-level K-12 science objectives (outcomes) and test questions and providing a K-12 Science Curriculum Alignment that was accepted by numerous Michigan school districts.
Geri also draws on a lifetime of service as a pastor’s wife and a student of the Word. She has spent over thirty years researching, creating and leading in-depth adult Bible studies, is a published devotional writer and of children’s activity booklets with Concordia Publishing House. And It Was So realizes Geri’s dream to help provide faith building relationships while exploring the revealed mystery of creation on multilevel understandings.
By collaborating with her daughter, artist Kat Dakota, they weaved together the love of Scripture, science, literature and teaching supported by vibrant illustrations in And It Was So. All poetry is written entirely without AI.
After living in numerous states during her husband’s ministry, Geri has returned to Suttons Bay, Michigan the village of her birth. Her three children, two grandchildren, their husbands and six great grandchildren also reside in Michigan.
Illustrator: Kat Dakota
Kat Dakota is a versatile artist, designer and founder of Triangle Kingdom Publishing. With a desire for self-expression and joy of strengthening human connections, she built a career that merges purpose, visual storytelling and Christian faith. Her professional experience includes producing award‑winning video programs and commercials and forming, DakotaDoDat.com, where she offers graphic and book design, illustration, web support, writing and editorial services.
Today, as a commissioned artist, oil painting is her passion. With customers throughout the U.S., she quickly became known for capturing the human spirit and animal personalities. She’s also earned recognition in Plein Air events for her oil paintings of landscapes inspired by Northern Michigan’s natural beauty.
In her community, Kat is known for the Bay Presents mural in Northport—highly recognized for showcasing the value of public art. Kat served as illustrator and publisher of And It Was So, bringing her mom’s poetic vision to life through original digital artwork created entirely without AI.
Kat lives in Suttons Bay, Michigan. When time allows, she shares her love of music as a flutist in local ensembles.