I was looking through a book catalog recently, and The Old Farmer's Almanac caught my eye. It was on sale. I thought to myself, it might be fun to read about weather predictions...and farming tips...? I think I've seen the almanac before, but have never sat down and read or used one. Almanac, say... Continue Reading →
Upstate NY = Quintessentially American
I just learned that I grew up in a quintessentially American city. The second most quintessentially American city. At least it was in 2004. At least according to one particular market research study. And there were two other upstate NY cities in the top 5. I learned this from the book Fame Junkies. Thanks,... Continue Reading →
What a Wonderful World
I'm feeling as happy as a clam at high tide. I dropped off donations at Occupy Boston last night. The vibe was cool there. They were grateful for the donations. It was all quite organized; my friend said she heard that it was more organized than Occupy Wall Street. Today, I noted the mobs... Continue Reading →
You Learn By Living
I don't remember how I heard of Eleanor Roosevelt's book You Learn By Living. I liked the title, so I reserved it from the library. She offers such simple advice and simple truths about life in the book; I feel like I'm having chats with a wise family elder while reading it. It's a... Continue Reading →
My New Pencil Sharpener
I went to Borders for the last time. I think it might be closing on Monday. I got two hardcovers and a CD for $12. There's not much left at all, except for some random fiction and lots of romance novels. One of the books I bought was A Lion Called Christian. I found it... Continue Reading →
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