When I signed up for the Books on France challenge, I figured I’d manage the “un peu” level of three books before our trip in late May. But, I kept reading and reading. Some books were accidental picks for the … Continue reading →
We had a fun time chatting about New Year projects and books. Thanks to everyone who joined in the conversation. You’re welcome to sign up for the New Year’s Resolution Reading Challenge. For those of you missed it, here’s how … Continue reading →
Just a reminder that we’ll be chatting Wednesday (tomorrow or today, depending on when you read this). I know it’s early to be thinking about goals, projects, and resolutions for 2014, so we’ll keep things kind of loose and brainstormy. … Continue reading →
Book: Minette’s Feast: The Delicious Story of Julia Child and Her Cat by Susanna Reich, illustrations by Amy Bates Genre: Children’s book Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers Publication date: 2012 Source: Library Summary: Minette, the tortoiseshell cat, adopted Julia and Paul … Continue reading →
The New Year’s Resolution Reading Challenge is open and active for that moment when you are ready to think ahead to the New Year. For a more interactive exploration of books to support projects, resolutions, and goals in the New … Continue reading →
What do you want to accomplish in the New Year? Will reading a book help you reach your goal, keep your resolution, or complete your project? The New Year’s Resolution Reading Challenge starts now and goes through the end of … Continue reading →
I really enjoyed this year’s October Memoir Challenge hosted by Jane Ann McLachlan. The themes kicked up a lot of creative energy for me. Although, I must admit that some of the themes, particular the one about Secrets, inspired pieces … Continue reading →
For the final week of the October Memoir and Backstory Challenge hosted by Jane Ann McLachlan our theme is Gratitude and Regrets. I’ve been playing with the notions of Roads Not Traveled and Roads Taken: Childhood Abroad (Not) — October Memoir Challenge Career Steps and … Continue reading →
This week’s theme for the October Memoir and Backstory Challenge hosted by Jane Ann McLachlan is Gratitude and Regrets. On Sunday, I imagined a more adventurous childhood while appreciating the conventional one I had: Childhood Abroad (Not) — October Memoir Challenge. Today, I’m thinking about my … Continue reading →
The theme for the final week of the October Memoir Challenge is Gratitude and Regrets. I’m big on gratitude — an under-sung cure for every bad mood. Regrets, not so much. The word regret always gets me humming the Frank … Continue reading →