books

  • Bedside Books

    I am on my 4th book of Around the world in 80 books. I most recently read The Stranger by Albert Camus, from Algeria. It was an interesting book because of the unique writing style and the main character, but… Continue reading

    Bedside Books
  • Bedside Books

    I have officially finished my first 80 Books around the world challenge, I Am Malala, from Pakistan, a great book to understand a bigger picture of that country’s history and challenges. I have started my next one, The Kite Runner,… Continue reading

    Bedside Books
  • Bedside Books

    Happy New Year’s Eve! I am embarking on an Around the World in 80 Books challenge for the new year and you are welcome to join me! I am starting with I Am Malala, from Pakistan and then The Kite… Continue reading

    Bedside Books
  • Bedside Books

    My freshman daughter has been giving me all of my book recommendations lately, starting with rereading Animal Farm, and now Gone to the Woods: Surviving a Lost Childhood by Gary Paulsen. Animal Farm is a classic and everyone should read… Continue reading

    Bedside Books
  • Craft Corner

    Button Books! I love buttons and I love books, so why not? I try to find another $5 worth of buttons every time I go to an antique store, so I had lots of ‘covers’ to choose from. I wanted… Continue reading

    Craft Corner
  • Around the World in 80 Books

    Hi all, I am going to try this challenge starting in January. What books should I include? Does anyone want to join me? Continue reading

    Around the World in 80 Books
  • My bookcase

    I did the 1 inch writing exercise from Anne Lamont, focusing on my bookcase in our garage. This space is our family commitment to rest. Only nondigital, peaceful things are allowed. Puzzles of various sizes for guests of various sizes.… Continue reading

    My bookcase