"I have traveled extensively in Concord" -Thoreau

I have had the pleasure of visiting my best friends in Massachusetts twice this month. Both trips Emma and I chased our obsession with “American Bloomsbury” by heading back to our favorite town, Concord, Massachusetts. The first weekend we didn’t have as much time in Concord, but we did tour Emerson’s house, which was extremely… Continue reading "I have traveled extensively in Concord" -Thoreau

The Lion and the Mouse

The Lion and the Mouse By now most everyone has heard about the controversial New Yorker cover featuring the Obamas. But did you know that same issue has a wonderful article inside about the rise of children’s literature and children’s libraries in the US? The article centers around Anne Carroll Moore, E. B. White, Katharine… Continue reading The Lion and the Mouse

Polysyllabic Spree June 2008

I’ve returned from Michigan, unscathed from the midwest’s absolutely crazy thunderstoms on the 2nd. I had a lovely time, and read 3 books. My policy on Polysyllabic Spree posts is that it’s always Better Late Than Never. Books Purchased – June 208 Books Purchased: When You Are Engulfed in Flames by David Sedaris I Capture… Continue reading Polysyllabic Spree June 2008

Pleasant Peninsula

It’s 4:30 am, and I’m up, showered, and eating breakfast. Oy. However, it’s all for a good cause – a trip home. Today I leave for a long weekend in Michigan. I’m very excited! I did not get a chance to update last night with my June Polysyllabic Spree post, but I’ll do that as… Continue reading Pleasant Peninsula