Too many books and never enough time…

Isn't that how it always goes? With the library being open for curbside pickup, I've been able to start some books on my to-read list and well as get through a mountain of tv shows and movies! The library has definitely helped take me to other worlds and realms during these unusual times. Where did [...]

Well Past Due

Last year was a big year for me and books. I was inspired by a friend who had put her reading challenge at 52 books - basically a book a week. I usually would set mine a bit lower, say in the 20's or 30's. What really changed last year was my embrace of the [...]

What a whirlwind!

This year has gone by so quickly! The last few months have been quite busy for me with work, but I'm finally back for more posts! Today, as it is the end of the year, I'm going to share my year in photos! Let the reminiscing begin! January: January started as any other month, but [...]

What is a weekend?

Ah yes, the weekend is here! For most, the weekend is a time of relaxation and plans and events, but for me there is always some work to be done! However, when I do have the random weekend off, I make sure to fill it with calm and pajamas. As we get ready for Halloween [...]

Mysterious Monday

Here we are again, ready to begin a new adventure! This past Saturday, I held our monthly book club, and yearly annual raku pot painting party, to discuss Stiff: the Curious Lives of Human Cadavers by Mary Roach. I was so pleased to find out that all who had finished or begun the book had [...]

The Pants of the Traveling Sisterhood.

We all know the story of The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, but did you ever make it become a reality? It all started just over a year ago, when I was beginning to plan my second annual big trip with my childhood friend, Karon. We are both usually able to get a chunk of [...]

So many books, so little time…

Well well well, it has been quite a while since I've last posted and a new year has begun in the meantime. Last weekend, I had the luxury of a long weekend at work for the holiday and I decided to use it to take a little trip for me. I used to live in [...]

Ah yes, welcome to Halloween!

October has begun, so what better way to spend the month than by exploring the mysterious and otherworldly? I am going to forego my normal Murder Monday and open it up to fiction, superstition and all things spooky! It’s what October is all about, is it not? To begin this month, as part of the [...]