Tag Archives: Reading
The Collection
With the latest downsizing, I have managed to cull my collection so that now it only fills three bookcases. With some shelves having two rows of books. And books piled on top of the bookcases. I’ve gotten rid of hundreds of books this year. Actually, probably more than a thousand. I miss them. But there […]
On Track
I love to read. And re-read. Some of my favorite books I have read a dozen times or more. This year I decided to try and do something I have never done before – keep track of my reading. I wondered if I would reach a hundred books by December 31. If I stick to […]
The Beach Day
Where do you relax? Or perhaps the question these days should be, can you relax? Our society is a fast-paced one. The changes in the way we communicate have brought an increased expectation on workers. Many of us are expected to be always available, always “on.” Forget the 35-hour work week, welcome to the 168 […]
I Love Books
I saw this photo on Twitter (I’m still resisting calling it X) and immediately wished I was browsing this library. It reminded me of the main branch of Canada’s Parliamentary library, which is closed while Centre Block is being renovated. My guess is that this particular library is British, though I suppose there are similar […]
The Love of Books
I’ll admit it. I’m addicted to the printed word. I’m happiest with a book to read. Pretty much any book. I went to the British Museum in London last month. It was information overload in many ways, and I will share some thoughts about the exhibitions shortly. It was what I couldn’t see that intrigued […]
Just For Fun
I was looking at old travel photos earlier today, debating if I wanted to share some. I can’t decide if it is a good idea. In these days of travel restrictions it seems a little cruel to talk about places we can’t visit. Yet at the same time they bring back good memories and warm […]
The Kiosk
It’s the size of a phone booth (if you remember phone booths) and empty of everything except hope. It showed up in Sulzburg’s market Square Wednesday. I think it is a place where people can bring their books and take something different. I saw one in Staufen, when we were there a few months ago. […]
Thought For A Sunday
I can’t remember if I have posted this picture before, but even if I have, it is worth repeating. I have friends who don’t read very much or very often. I feel pity for them – they miss out on so much. Sunday is a day of rest for most people. Why not spend part […]
Goodbye Old Friends
Decluttering is such an ugly word. But it has to be done. I may have mentioned that I have a passion for the printed word. That’s partly because I have a thirst for knowledge and partly because there is no better entertainment than a good book. There comes a time though when hard choices […]
Perfect?
It is that time of year again. For two weeks I will be spending the majority of my time (weather permitting) sitting on the beach with a book. More than one book – I hope to get through at least ten in 14 days. In order to do that I need to concentrate, stay focused […]
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