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Spring is . . .

• Spencer and I making up random “field trips” as the cool, damp winter blossoms into spring. • Going to see the cherry blossoms in D.C. with Mom, a tradition now in its fourth year. (And this year is the … Continue reading

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How ‘let’s play it by ear’ stopped striking fear in my little heart

Weeks after returning from the beach, it’s hard to conjure up those warm, the-sun-is-on-my-face and I-have-a-book-in-my-lap feelings. Work is busy. Birthdays are coming. Each weekend in the summer seems scheduled, arranged and preordained, each moment maximized for our enjoyment. Supposedly. … Continue reading

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Things on my mind as I prepare for New York City

I’m just three days away from making the trip to New York City for the Book Blogger Convention, and do you think I’ve even started to think about the journey, my clothes or — more importantly — what books I’m bringing?! Well, … Continue reading

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Six days to London

The countdown is on! My friend and coworker Sandy made me this awesome sign to hang on my office door. Love the red, white and blue motif, don’t you? Very American in the U.K.! I’m digging it! Stacy and I … Continue reading

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