Category Archives: Books

Herbert Loves Me, and Other Weird Things Librarians Hear

Posted on June 10, 2014 by loverofwords20

Librarians are not known for their lovability. Lost in reminiscing, my grandpa once reflected, “I was scared of the library ladies.” When pressed for details, he paused, and his left eyelid twitched. Finally, he muttered, “They shushed people.” Indeed. Generally, … Continue reading →

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Summer – Our Shared Past

Posted on June 21, 2013 by loverofwords20

Summertime. You’ve taken your own sweet time this year, haven’t you? Please, I’m not trying to make you feel guilty, just stating the facts. Besides, I only mentioned it because of our past together… I’ve missed you. In all honesty, … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, Musings, Writing | Tagged adventure, books, children, Informal Sports, Kickball, memories, Pine, reading, Sports, summer, Summertime | Leave a comment

Sweet Serenity

Posted on March 2, 2013 by loverofwords20

“The love of learning, the sequestered nooks, and all the sweet serenity of books.” ~ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

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Who’s the Idiot Who Called It the “Common Cold”?

Posted on December 30, 2012 by loverofwords20

I am generally a stoic person, rarely crying at sad movies and laughing hysterically when I hit my funny bone, as I run in panicky, pained circles. Blood does not horrify me, I have a high pain tolerance, and I … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, Humor, Musings, Quotes | Tagged being sick, books, colds, common cold, Conditions and Diseases, Defying Gravity, Fahrenheit 451, Health, Humor, reading, Wheeze | 15 Comments

Bookworm Problems

Posted on December 29, 2012 by loverofwords20

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How to Get Four C.S. Lewis e-Books for $9.96

Posted on December 18, 2012 by loverofwords20

Yo! C.S. Lewis fans assemble! I have an amazing opportunity for you. I just scored four C.S Lewis e-books – “Screwtape Letters” (enhanced edition), “Out of the Silent Planet”, “Perelandra”, and “That Hideous Strength” – for under $10. If you are one … Continue reading →

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Defined by Mr. Rochester

Posted on November 30, 2012 by loverofwords20

“But, I like this one.” The expressive eyebrow quirks. You grimace, for you know what’s coming. “Do you really, dear?” The patronizing smile appears. “I never, in a million years, would have thought you would like that one.” Have you … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, Life, Musings | Tagged beauty, books, Charlotte Brontë, defining others, God, Jane, Jane Eyre, Mr. Rochester, oscar wilde, Philosophy, Solitude, who am I, writers, writing | 2 Comments

Basketball and Me – It’s Complicated

Posted on November 16, 2012 by loverofwords20

Ever since I can remember, basketball and I have cherished a unique relationship. As a little girl, I absolutely loved it. Perched on a wooden bleacher, my legs swinging in the exciting, black space below, my nose never left the … Continue reading →

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Thoughtfully Unaware

Posted on November 15, 2012 by loverofwords20

“I am not absentminded. It is the presence of mind that makes me unaware of everything else.” ~ G. K. Chesterton

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The Mystery Poet

Posted on November 12, 2012 by loverofwords20

“Far over the misty mountains cold To dungeons deep and caverns old We must away ere break of day To seek the pale enchanted gold. The dwarves of yore made mighty spells, While hammers fell like ringing bells In places … Continue reading →