Book Talk: Books I Do Not Like

Bookshelf with row of books, hardbacks, paperbacks, fiction, and nonfiction mixed together

I read a lot. I’ve always read a lot. Over the course of the pandemic, one of the few things about myself I’ve been able to hold onto was reading. I’ve become a heavy user of the public library over… Read moreBook Talk: Books I Do Not Like

Book Talk: Re-Reading Elswyth Thane’s Williamsburg Novels

I’ve been reading Elswyth Thane’s Williamsburg series for most of my life, some of them more times than others. Recently I decided to read all seven of the books, and while some of my opinions hold, a few have changed… Read moreBook Talk: Re-Reading Elswyth Thane’s Williamsburg Novels

BookTalk: Bedtime Reading

A year and a couple of weeks ago, we started reading chapter books at bedtime. We all curl up in Baguette’s bed and read the next installment of the current literary adventure. Baguette is working on her reading skills, and… Read moreBookTalk: Bedtime Reading

Sick Day: Live-Blogging “Julie & Julia”

I’ve had this cold for almost two weeks. I’m pretty sure bronchitis is in the mix. Should I go to Urgent Care? Maybe. Instead, I took a sick day and slept for four hours. My usual sick day movie is… Read moreSick Day: Live-Blogging “Julie & Julia”

Unexpected Milestone

It’s been a while since we went to a carnival, even though one sets up in the park near us each year. Maybe more than once a year? I don’t know. Between the noise and the crowds, it seemed like… Read moreUnexpected Milestone

Give One Book: Warren Mott High School

I love books. I love reading. And I want other people to have the chance to read, too. Too many students in this country don’t have that opportunity. We can do something about that. What should kids read? I’m sure… Read moreGive One Book: Warren Mott High School

BookTalk: Not the Thrill I Was Hoping For

My latest read was actually an Audible listen. I’ve realized recently that I’m a sucker for an English thriller featuring a 20- to 30-something woman. Also, I often like books that tell a story in two time periods. So J.P…. Read moreBookTalk: Not the Thrill I Was Hoping For

Sailor: New Music from Dylan Kussman

I got to preview this video for review here, and I want to tell you: Dylan Kussman can act. Dylan Kussman can write. Dylan Kussman can direct. And? Dylan Kussman can sing. Seriously, folks, have a listen to his latest… Read moreSailor: New Music from Dylan Kussman

Book Talk: What Did I Just Read?

So apparently I’m now selecting books without having any idea what they’re about. First, The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin. This is a really good book. I’d heard great things about it. Apparently I’d never actually read… Read moreBook Talk: What Did I Just Read?

Things I Said While Watching TV Tonight

Watching Matthew McConnaughey in a Lincoln ad: Mr. Sandwich: Let’s see what Matthew McConnaughey is going to tell us about Lincolns today. Me: There is something really unnerving about his teeth. Watching Speechless: Me: I identify with Jimmy and Dylan…. Read moreThings I Said While Watching TV Tonight