Hello Book Fiends of Bloglandia! I'll be honest, I came across a lot of "meh" books this month and a few downright awful ones. It was almost enough to make me want to shred my library card. Kidding, just kidding... That would be sacrilegious to a book nerd! Luckily, my faith in the book … Continue reading January’s Top Three Reads: Hilarious History, Madcap Mystery, and Hungry Bins
Some Zombie Owls for the Book Nerds, Perhaps?
Hello Book Nerds of Bloglandia! After the disastrous state things were in last week on my writing desk, it's time to get going on something new I had planned for the blog this year. Or rather, something old. Those of you who've been scrolling through my posts for a while (probably in search of cat … Continue reading Some Zombie Owls for the Book Nerds, Perhaps?
The Dutch Diaries, Part Five: The Delights of Delft
Hello Once Again, Armchair Travellers of Bloglandia! If you're absolutely sick of seeing my vacation photos, you'll be glad to know this post is the final installment of the Dutch Diaries. But if you've enjoyed reliving my little excursion with me, well, sorry to say, it's still the final post of my recent trip to the … Continue reading The Dutch Diaries, Part Five: The Delights of Delft
The Dutch Diaries, Part Four: B&B Bij Jeanne (aka “the best!”)
Hello Once Again, Armchair Travellers of Bloglandia! So far, the Dutch Diaries have been a whirlwind of sightseeing, which means it's time to relax a little and settle into what might be the best bed and breakfast in all of the Netherlands. Typing about where we rested our heads at night might seem a little mundane, … Continue reading The Dutch Diaries, Part Four: B&B Bij Jeanne (aka “the best!”)
The Dutch Diaries, Part Three: What!? No Windmills!?
Hello Armchair Travellers of Bloglandia! Welcome back to another installment of the Dutch Diaries, which makes it sound far more introspective and mysterious than it really is. Basically, I'm just showing off my vacation pics. As with last time, we're heading out on another day trip from the delightful land of Delft...and yes, I will be … Continue reading The Dutch Diaries, Part Three: What!? No Windmills!?
The Dutch Diaries, Part Two: Funky Houses and, yes, MORE Windmills
Hello Bloglandia! First up, if you missed Part One of the (newly named) Dutch Diaries, you can check out some big organs, big dunes, and a big (but fun) tourist trap HERE. But if you're ready to hop on the train and head into Part Two....all aboard! Saying Goodbye to Haarlem After four nights in … Continue reading The Dutch Diaries, Part Two: Funky Houses and, yes, MORE Windmills
I Think I Need One of These
Hello Bloglandia! It's been forever since I've shared any travel tales. And that would be because I haven't traveled. Anywhere. For two years. Stupid pandemic. At least my carbon footprint is looking nice and tiny. But Mr Husband and I have been itching for a little getaway and we figured our anniversary would be a … Continue reading I Think I Need One of These
Going Medieval on Book Thieves
Happy Wednesday Bloglandia! So back in the Long Long Ago Times (aka "pre-pandemic") I used to take these things called "vacations." You may have heard of them. To prepare for these vacations, I would go through several mad rituals such as planning outfits (only to wear the same two things the entire trip), organizing toiletries … Continue reading Going Medieval on Book Thieves
Getting Lucky in Ireland
Dia dhuit Bloglandia! As you can tell from that Irish hello (I couldn't find the Irish word for Bloglandia, but I'm sure it involves an unfathomable combination of consonants), I'm celebrating St. Patrick's Day on the blog. And most of that celebrating involves sharing a few things with you to check out, because really, there's … Continue reading Getting Lucky in Ireland
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