It was another incredible year of reading in 2019, as I once again made reading a priority and it paid off. How does reading pay off? If you are a reader, you already know, but just to say it, reading makes you grow like a spider plant on a sunny windowsill. Books are chlorophyll for the spirit, … [Read more...]
New Year’s Book Crush: My Top 12 Reads of 2018
I'd have to say, this has been the best year of reading in my entire life. I paid closer attention to what I was reading, and tried to make my reading count, not just for growth, but for delight. Each month, I intentionally read one of each of the following four categories: A classic … [Read more...]
10 Thoughts on The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Movie
I know! This movie has been out for a month already. Forgive my belated review, but my blog fell down and it couldn't get up--at least not without the help of my trusty web guy, Dan. Before my blog was down, I watched The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society on Netflix the night it … [Read more...]
Who played Little Women’s Teddy and Professor Bhaer Best?
Part 2: A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog comparing the performances of the actresses in the two most recent Little Women screen adaptations. Much to my delight, the comments were evenly divided, even though my review definitely skewed toward the new, 3 hour PBS treatment. And I find it hilarious how … [Read more...]
Who played Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy best? Comparing the old and new “Little Women” Movies
Part 1: Who played Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy best? As a former entertainment writer, I relish reviewing movies and TV shows almost as much as I adore evaluating books. And when a favorite book comes to the screen, I am irresistibly drawn to reviewing it. Even better? When a dearly loved story comes to … [Read more...]