To celebrate National Poetry Month, I’d like to share the best poet that I have discovered in the past year – Taylor Mali. He is well know for his poem “What Learning Leaves” – an excellent poem about the importance of teachers. I love both of his collections, What Learning Leaves and The Last Time… Continue reading National Poetry Month – Taylor Mali
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My 26th Year in iPhone photos
Here’s a small sample of my 26th year, exclusively from iPhone photos. Hover over the photo or click through to Flickr to see the very short or unhelpful titles they might have.
Hi Hello
Hello there. I blinked my eyes and suddenly it’s July. Suddenly it’s the middle of summer. Suddenly it’s been months since I’ve last posted here. Suddenly! (The word “suddenly” reminds me of one of my favorite poems “Tension” by Billy Collins. You can read it online here.) My life has changed quite a bit this… Continue reading Hi Hello
A New Home for My Books (and me)
In the beginning of March, I moved myself, my books, and my life from Hoboken to Brooklyn. If you noticed that I haven’t posted in over a month, this is why. :) It turns out that it takes a great deal of time and effort to prepare for a move, move, and settle in after… Continue reading A New Home for My Books (and me)
In honor of Charles Dickens
In honor of the birthday of Charles Dickens, I’d like to share a passage from one of his novels. This passage is one of my most favorite in all of literature (that I’ve read so far). ~ These observations, and indeed the greater part of the observations made that evening, were interrupted by Mrs. Micawber’s… Continue reading In honor of Charles Dickens
2010 – My Year
My 2010 Books and Reading Recap post covers all my book related stats and highlights from 2010, so this post is for everything else. I had a great 2010, and the highlights were: going to Ireland with my best friend, getting promoted to Director at work, hosting Thanksgiving for my family, and learning to like… Continue reading 2010 – My Year
Happy Birthday, Ding Dong
My little brother Benny (AKA Ding Dong) turns 10 today. Happy Birthday to the best and goofiest little brother in the world!
Ireland
If you’ve noticed a severe lack of posting around these parts, it’s because I’ve been deep in preparation for my upcoming trip to Ireland. I apologize for the lack of posts here & comments on other blogs. I leave tomorrow, and I am so excited for my road trip around Ireland! I have no idea… Continue reading Ireland
A Saturday Morning in Stars Hallow
My best friend Emma and I have many things in common, including (but not limited to) our love for books, children’s literature, Bruegger’s Bagels, the Anne of Green Gables mini-series, paper, pens, touring the homes of dead authors, bookplates, Crazy Bread, James Taylor, John Mayer, popcorn, road trips, Ireland, hooded sweatshirts, and tacos. But by… Continue reading A Saturday Morning in Stars Hallow
New Year’s Goals 2010
Well, it’s the 24th day of January, which seems a bit late to be posting New Year’s Resolutions, but that’s ok. It’s still January. :) My biggest goal for 2010 is a fun one: I’d like to try making a new recipe every week, for a total of 52 new recipes this year. I love… Continue reading New Year’s Goals 2010
The Geography of Bliss Winner!
I’m pleased to announce that the winner of The Geography of Bliss Giveaway is Mia! Congrats Mia! Your book will be on its way to you soon. Thanks so much to all who entered!
Book Giveaway Winners!
Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway! I’ve used a random number generator to find the two winners from the fans on Facebook and the comments below. I’m pleased to announce that they are: Annina and Kelly! Congratulations! I will contact you both to confirm which book you’d like and to get your mailing address.… Continue reading Book Giveaway Winners!