My journal of big words and pretty pictures
The strap of Jessamine’s bag cut into her shoulder. It was packed with a selection of rare and remarkable books that had taken three years to track down and acquire. She was taking them to market to exchange for an invaluable prize. It would all be worth it when the transaction was complete. Miser Crabbe … Continue reading Storybook ending
Lately I’ve taken on the onerous task of cataloging my and the Mister’s many books. We have a lot of books. A “can never read all of these” amount of books. A “we could have our own library” amount of books. We have more bookcases than the average family should legally own. The bookshelf that … Continue reading 100 Word Challenge: Paper
"Reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.” ~ Joseph Addison “How’s he holding up?” Late arriving to the match, Buddy crouched down as he made his way across the arena seats to join his friend Mac. “She’s pulverizing him,” Mac whispered, hoping to not get catcalled by the other spectators. “He … Continue reading Studious pugilist
“What I like about black and white photographs is that they’re more like reading the book than seeing the movie.” ~ Robert Heinecken
I miss reading. Not just 140 characters or a short status update, but sitting and reading a book for hours undisturbed. A real book with paper pages, buckram binding, and cool cover art. I need to make more time for that indulgence. I have an entire bookcase devoted to To-Read books. It’s full and has … Continue reading So many books, so little time
“It is perhaps a more fortunate destiny to have a taste for collecting shells than to be born a millionaire” ~ Robert Louis Stevenson I'm not a rich woman. I may never be in a position where I don't have to worry about finances. What I do have, is an appreciation for the priceless treasures … Continue reading Beyond riches
Thin spiral notebook 