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Have you ever left home in search of a bus, only to return half an hour later because you gave up looking for the bus stop? Then left again, in search of another bus that will take you to the … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: November 2010
Today has been an interesting day. I enjoyed spending all day before my computer pounding out words. Not very many words, considering how long I’ve been at the computer, but such is the way of life. Even without leaving the … Continue reading
Today is Thanksgiving. It was a great day, filled with family, food, and fun. I taught one of my nieces how to play The Great Dalmuti. We played Simon Says, Dodge ball, and nearly played Apples to Apples (it didn’t … Continue reading
Yesterday’s promised blizzard never came – at least, not to this portion of my Dry State. I hear conditions elsewhere were nasty; last night, it snowed for about half an hour. We didn’t even get an inch! When I looked … Continue reading
It’s snowing outside. A blizzard’s on its way, but hasn’t (fully) arrived yet. I love watching snow fall and accumulate. Other things I love: 1. Snowmen, snow angels, snowball fights. I saw a remarkable snow sculpture last year – unfortunately, … Continue reading
I’ve been thinking today about crafts and books. (I know, I know – what else would I think about? There are other things. Occasionally. Honest!) I’ve also been focusing a lot on music. (See? For all of you who want … Continue reading
I read Jessica Day George’s blog post yesterday, and have been thinking about it ever since. The American concept of the Thanksgiving holiday has reverted from a national day of gratitude (hence, “Thanksgiving Day”) to a day devoted to eating … Continue reading
Earlier today, I read Patricia C. Wrede’s blog post about finding the single absolutely perfect word while writing. I’ve struggled with this. There are times when one of my characters thinks, says, or does something, and I know there’s a … Continue reading
I mentioned a book in my post about two hours ago – The Hundred–Year Lie by Randall Fitzgerald. I love Amazon.com because they (sometimes, if you’re lucky) let you read snippets of books online. I just read (and enjoyed) a … Continue reading
I just ran into a friend’s blog. I read all the posts, and now I want to read The Hundred–Year Lie by Randall Fitzgerald. I actually found a copy at the Nearby Library. Sadly, I can’t request it. I plan … Continue reading