"Before I was even born, you loved me." --<I>Mom, I'm a Lucky Duck</I><P>From the photographer of elegantly ageless elephants in <I>Gray Matter</I> and the porcine with panache from <I>Pretty in Pink</I> comes a chick hatchling tale to honor moms.<P>Celebrating mom's roles as nurturer, teacher, and cheerleader, Elsdale's photographic spreads of feathery fledgling chicks are perfectly paired with Regan's heartfelt verse: <UL><LI> "Whenever I lost my way and my feathers were ruffled, you were there to smooth them."</LI><LI> "With every loving act and patient lesson, you prepared me for my life ahead."</LI><LI> I know I've still got a lot to learn about life, but I do know one thing for sure . . . I'm a lucky duck to have a mom like you."</LI></UL>