Category Archives: Books

I’m Ready… Almost

I returned a few books to the library and so figured I’d borrow what I’m planning on reading next because I’m almost done with Virgin River. Solitaire was the only one on the shelf and so checked that out and made my way to Target. I had to exchange a shirt anyway. The five ofContinue reading “I’m Ready… Almost”

Richard & Edward

I almost stopped reading. She’s dating Richard in this one. He’s not a bad guy, he’s actually described as being very ‘Boy Scout’. I think he’s a bit of a wuss. Well, a stubborn jackass might be more accurate. But Edward is also in this one. Everyone loves Edward. He’s definitely a favorite of mine.Continue reading “Richard & Edward”

Squealing in Horror

I think I’ve mentioned my love of horror. And my difficulty in finding my kind of horror. Well, Kingfisher has done it again. I don’t think I can bear to finish this one, but I know I can’t bear to not finish it. The balance between perfectly normal, ordinary life and the twisted abyss ofContinue reading “Squealing in Horror”

“…look at what ‘crazy’ can do.”

An epic and inspirational read. There were times I wasn’t sure if I could finish this. In fact, I had started it earlier this year and put it aside for some fantasy/action reads. I’m so glad I picked it back up and stuck with it. For decades this woman, Elizabeth Packard, had been written offContinue reading ““…look at what ‘crazy’ can do.””

I Might Be Losing Steam

This is one heavy read. It’s also not my first foray into this subject, but it is the lengthiest. I started this book earlier this year and was easily distracted by dark fantasy novels and lighthearted graphic novels. Then I found my way to Carmilla and The Butchering Art. When I finished those, I wasContinue reading “I Might Be Losing Steam”

Butchering Art & Carmilla

“Ideas are never created in a vacuum, and Lister’s life very much attests to that truth.” To know Lister thought his life had little bearing on understanding his scientific and surgical successes and their influence on medicine and society is amusing. Lindsey Fitzharris seamlessly weaves the science and medicine with the interpersonal. I have lovedContinue reading “Butchering Art & Carmilla”

Making History Fun

I’ve been trying to figure out what specifically about the last several historical nonfictions I’ve read is so appealing to me. They are all written by women, which I find interesting. They are all done as more of a story than a recounting of facts, but are chock-full of information. Each one feels intimate. WithContinue reading “Making History Fun”

What I’m Watching

Much like what I’m doing with books right now, I’m rotating between three shows. One I can watch with the kids in the room and they can watch it with me. Another I usually save for once they’re in bed, but isn’t too bad if they walk through or come down for water. The otherContinue reading “What I’m Watching”

Reading with my Youngest

I finally got around to buying one of my most beloved childhood favorites. My kids are getting old enough to be interested in such tales and this one I’m sharing with my youngest first. I frequently quote her speech about saying her name with the ‘e’ on the end. How it sounds much more elegantContinue reading “Reading with my Youngest”