So. May. Spring. Very Spring-like, if Spring involves a lot of clouds and 45F weather with a couple of days where the temperature decided to hop up to 90F because the weather here is temperamental and can't decide what it wants to do. I'm really hoping that the hot weather we're expecting for the first … Continue reading May Summary and June Preview
The Martian
Sunday Sum-Up: May 23, 2021
Weird week around here. It was gloomy most of the time, then randomly gave us sun with gorgeous clouds- but never when I could get outside to photograph any of it. Or, I'd spend an hour or so wondering if it was going to rain or if I should just go for a walk, only … Continue reading Sunday Sum-Up: May 23, 2021
Sci-Fi Recommendations
Recently, YouTuber Daniel Greene posted a video of his Top 5 Quintessential Science Fiction books. It's a great list if you want to get started in classic science fiction, but it skews to the old and male end of the spectrum. Now, I like Daniel's videos. He seems like a great guy. Buuuut.... I think … Continue reading Sci-Fi Recommendations
Book to Movie
The Oscars are tonight, and in their honor I thought I'd write about a few of my favorite book-to-movie features. I know a lot of people dislike adaptations (as well as the book editions that come out featuring stills from the films, if my Pinterest feed is any sign). Characters and events get left out, … Continue reading Book to Movie
The Martian
I've been reading a lot lately. I think it's to do with the weather. When the heat index hits 114°F, it's difficult to summon the energy to want to do anything more than lift a book and be grateful I have a job that keeps me indoors. So it's not surprising that I've read seven books … Continue reading The Martian
New Acquisitions and a Stray Cat
I headed back down to the used bookshop on my day off. I wasn't looking for anything in particular, but it was a beautiful day and they had a sale for anyone who voted in the primary, which I did. I've always been fascinated by Leonardo daVinci and his notebooks, and while I doubt I'll … Continue reading New Acquisitions and a Stray Cat
Traveling in Books 