When it rains like it is now, I have to find a good book, curl up and read. I just starting to read Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert; so far, the first two dozen pages have kept me interested. Has anyone read it? Any thoughts? Melissa
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Julie and Julia
Has anyone read this book, Julie and Julia by Julie Powell? I just finished reading it here, in Italy. I am on vacation and spending a good deal of time on planes, trains, buses, and in a car. This is time which I am content to spend looking out windows and watching the rolling hills … Continue reading Julie and Julia
Readers and Writers Networking Sites…
In this constant struggle of mine to find (make) time for reading, writing, and discussion, I have joined a few sites online. (As well as two book clubs which is a whole other story!) I am not sure if these sites will help me find more time or less, but I guess that only … Continue reading Readers and Writers Networking Sites…
On a blustery, cold night
There's really nothing quite like a good book, a warm blanket, and a hot cup of tea on a blustery, cold night. (Knowing that I don't have to get up for work tomorrow is nice too!) Wishing you all a relaxing evening. ~Melissa 🙂
New book by Nicholas Sparks
I have been a huge fan of Nicholas Sparks since his first book, The Notebook, was out in paperback. It was funny how I learned about the book because I was actually given a free copy from a book vendor who sold books to pharmacies. (I think that I also got a reference book about … Continue reading New book by Nicholas Sparks
Stargirl
Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli I promised a review of this book in my recent reading post, and here it is. I loved this book very much. I have to say that right away. I had heard about it for a while and knew that Jerry Spinelli was a good writer, but never really thought that … Continue reading Stargirl
Grammar Girl and Spooky Story Contest
I have stumbled upon a great podcast called the “Grammar Girl's Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing.” This is the first (and only) podcast that I have subscribed to, but I wanted to make sure that I shared it with you. (First blogging, now podcasts...what's next?) If you feel like you need a little … Continue reading Grammar Girl and Spooky Story Contest
Recent reading – August 2008
Even though much of what I tried to read this month was reading-for-fun, August always means that school is not too far away, and so there were several must-read-before-September-gets-here additions to this recent reading list. (Any teachers, middle schoolers, or parents of middle schoolers reading the list may particularly appreciate these titles and recognize them … Continue reading Recent reading – August 2008
New Category – “Living in a Material World”
I've added a new category to post in, called "Living in a Material World." (And yes, it is a reference to the Madonna song.) In this category I will share some of my favorite "things." The posts in this category will focus on shopping, fashion, and beauty products as well as other great ideas for … Continue reading New Category – “Living in a Material World”
“The world is a book…”
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel, read only a page." - Saint Augustine I agree! I agree! I agree! There is so much out there to see, and unfortunately I have seen very little so far. I would love to travel more, both here in the United States as well … Continue reading “The world is a book…”
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