Monthly Archives: December 2009
Mad Men Update
This interview with Matt Weiner was a balm to my heart which has been pining for new Mad Men ever since the season finale. I know, I take television way too seriously. Can you believe I gave it up for … Continue reading
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Kate
Today was the last day of Kate’s first semester of Kindergarten. She’s enjoyed it so much: her teacher, science labs, Spanish class, singing with her class and in music, everything. Well, not nap time! Her enthusiasm is really encouraging to … Continue reading
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Midnight’s Children by Salman Rushdie
Midnight’s Children is the sort of novel that defies an easy explanation. It’s magical, but I wouldn’t classify it as a fantasy. Though set in India and certainly an Indian novel, it was written in English and is very approachable … Continue reading
Baked Delights
‘Tis the season for baked treats. Here are two of my holiday staples. CHOCOLATE CARAMEL CRACK (aka Matzoh Crack) I make these just like this recipe. I use a whole box of matzoh (11 sheets) which fit on 3 cookie … Continue reading
Just Wanted to Hang Onto This
“They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. Hence, present distress must not be viewed as if it would last for ever; it is not the end, by any means, but only a means to the end. Sorrow is … Continue reading
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Sunday’s Collect from the BCP
“Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, … Continue reading
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This December Posting Challenge…
… is kicking my tail. I don’t even know who reads this anymore and what the benevolent readers want to hear about. I haven’t finished a book yet this month (lame) so I can’t review any. Too much work, not … Continue reading
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Websites I Recommend
Here are some websites I use, love, and recommend. Goodreads is where most of my book reviews have found themselves these days. I love being able to instantly see the rating several friends have given a book when I look … Continue reading
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The Joy of Socks
Even though he wasn’t being completely honest, Dumbledore told Harry in the Philosopher’s Stone that when he looked into the mirror of Erised (which shows one’s greatest desire), “I see myself holding a pair of thick, woolen socks… One can … Continue reading
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Lexi
On the cusp of turning four, Lexi is such a delight. Today I went to hang out with a friend with an infant, and she “babysat” while we talked, going through books and telling baby Hannah all about them. She … Continue reading
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Fox, How Could You Leave Me This Way?
Glee is on hiatus until spring… and I will miss it. I watch a lot of intense TV shows and it’s nice to have one that has a little bit of levity and not just gritty brokenness. Tonight, as soon … Continue reading
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MRI in the Morning
I am getting an MRI of my spine in the morning. It’s hard to know how to feel, it’s been a hard year for me, physically. I hope they find something treatable. Real hope for a day without pain is … Continue reading
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