Some of you have been reading this blog long enough to remember that each Christmas I “gift” you with new Booklover Carols. For those who hoped I would forget this tradition, my apologies. For those who crave more, you’ll find links to tongue-in-cheek carols from previous years at the end.  This year we highlight the “publishing world” with a…

O Lord that lends me life, Lend me a heart replete with thankfulness! ~ William Shakespeare We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures. ~Thornton Wilder As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but…

At this time of year I’m reminded of a young mother I once knew.  Christmas was always her favorite time of year, and each year she baked the family’s traditional cookies and the annual bishop’s cake.  With the family in tow she bought or cut down the season’s Christmas tree, and hauled the ornaments from…

Booklover Carols are becoming a tradition here.  You’ll find links to last year’s tongue-in-cheek carols at the bottom.  This year we have to honor the ” talk of the publishing world” with its very own selection.  Plus, as we run out to buy last minute gifts, let’s not forget our favorite independent bookstore, which will…

“If the only prayer you said in your whole life was thank you, that would be enough.”  ~Meister Eckhart  “We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.”  ~Thornton Wilder  “On Thanksgiving Day, we acknowledge our dependence.” ~William Jennings Bryan “Feeling gratitude and not expressing…

May the road rise up to meet you.May the wind always be at your back.May the sun shine warm upon your face,and rains fall soft upon your fields.And until we meet again,May God hold you in the palm of His hand Happy St. Patrick’s Day