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Cover for The Lady of Shalott by Alfred, Lord Tennyson. Featuring the Lady sitting very much alive in a boat floating on the river. This poem actually has two versions and once I learned that I read both. I personally prefer the 1833 to the 1842. The 1833 keeps the focus more on the Lady and her courtly duties as a tapestry weaver. While the 1842 has slightly modernized prose and focuses a bit more on Lancelot. I feel that shifting the focus off the Lady, while useful in terms of illustrating societal pressures, does a disservice to the original.
Moody cover for The Rime of the Ancient Mariner. I first read this one in high school. under extreme duress. AKA as an assignment. having it read to me by the likes of Jeremy Irons made it far more enjoyable. Listening to it in small doses also helped me to pick up on subtleties I missed before. i highly recommend the Rime Big Read.
Personal Trainer Rob Jordan with wife Joann Jordan, posed on tiled stairs with a back door in the background which is arched and appears to be in the style of wooden doors found on castles. a chandelier hangs above the stairs in front of the door. This would seem to support as yet unsubstantiated rumours that a castle was partially or completely constructed within Madison Square Garden.
2026 Maple Leaf Happy Canada Day
Bedford cultural edition of The Yellow wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. the cover is, in fact, mainly yellow. I only read this to better understand a comment made by us administration regarding choosing wallpaper for some purpose or other. This gets a one star rating from me because I am not into either of horror or stories that just end abruptly. Especially when they are horror. I need resolution. That being said this is very well written. So well written, if horror is your jam give it a read.
An in progress headbandana, photographed ever so slightly out of focus. Colorway is Floral Prints Bernat Handicrafter cotton yarn. approximately 6-ish rows left to finish.
Pride Flag. From the top to the bottom: Lavender = Diversity Hot Pink = Sex Red = Life Orange = Healing Yellow = Sunlight Green = Nature Turquoise = Magic/Art Indigo = Serenity Violet = Spirit
A graph represent different heights of wonders of the world, factoids, and monuments. From left to right: Nike of Samothrace, Double Decker bus, Michelangelo's David 9this is spelled wrong it the chart), Giraffe, Stonehenge, My Read Books (313), Cleopatra's Needle, Sphinx, Statue of Liberty. All heights are expressed in feet.
A pink, yellow, purple, and white variegated yarn being made into a headband style bandana
A Deep fake of an alternate universe where Mario Lopez and Mark-Paul Gosselaar have been face tuned into Fab Morvan and Rob Pilatus. For the Meme.
Anthony Stewart Head as Giles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. RIP February 20th 1954 - June 1 2026
OP already said this so I’m just reiterating to emphasize: The golden rule of information sharing on the internet is: What would happen if someone saw this who wanted to hurt me? If the answer is that it would make it easier to harass you, identify you, contact you, or god forbid find you, don’t put it online. You can’t fully control who does and does not see that information--not even with privacy settings.
Warning to anyone using Linktree. From the 5th July, they'll be feeding all imagery you use on your landing page into DALL-E by OpenAI. I deleted my account just now, because there was no way to turn this off or opt out. Update with some alternatives- Carrd.co. Free alt with paid features. Bento.app Currently free, integrated with bluesky Everlink.tools Closest to Linktree, has some paid features. Omg.lol Currently $20 a year. If paying for Linktree features this is a great upgrade.
wrap up graphic showing the two books read in May. Hot Wax by ML RIO and The Honjin Murders by Seishi Yokomizo translated by Louise Heal Kawai. Both were fiction. Both were read in physical form.
Cover art for Nettle by Bex Hogan. Title is spelled out vertically in large font terminating just above the author's name. the cover features an illustration of the protagonist with wild curly black hair. Seen from behind she pulls a blanket of woven nettles with her. in the foreground a two faeries one of earth and one of plants can be seen hovering. The scene occurs at night.
The start of a headbandana. Aka a bandana built off a headband rather than having ties. Yarn is cotton with pastel tones pinks, purples, yellows.
Behold a hat in color blocked yarn light blue at the top, lavender in the middle, purple on the bottom.
Cover for The Honjin Murders: features a red background with a white circle. A knife sticks out of the white circle. This book was absolutely a product of it's time. attitudes towards women are blatant in that most female characters are either window dressing or just there to provide exposition. It is also very obvious in the attitudes towards virginity and purity being one and the same. The Honjin Murders is the debut Detective Kosuke Kindaichi novel, Translated by Louise Heal Kawai. The story follows the brutal slaying of a couple on their wedding night. In a room locked from the inside. With mysterious music being played the entire time. There's family drama, bumbling local police, an outsider young upstart detective, and secrets best left buried. Due to this story being a translation and my woeful lack of Japanese language skills, I don't know how faithful a translation this is. Based on what I read this was an entirely predictable story, and easy read. figuring out how the author felt about the attitudes of his time was much more murky. all in all a decently enjoyable read.
#whatsonyourhook weeks 1-13: each week post either a WIP or FO that fits one or all of these themes; Shawl, Scarf, Lapghan, Variegated, Gradient weeks 14-26: each week post either a WIP or FO that fits one or all of these themes; Toque/Beanie, Beret, Headband, Kerchief/Headscarf, Cotton, Raffia weeks 27-39: each week post either a WIP or FO that fits one or all of these themes; Blanket, Rug, Coaster, Place-mat, Table Cloth, Lace, Filet weeks 40-52: each week post either a WIP or FO that fits one or all of these themes; Tapestry, Stuffie, Amigurumi, Cosplay, Color work, Black and White
a post from threads that reads: I just saw someone claim that Heated Rivalry, the book, published in 2019, had "obvious ChatGPT red flags". And so I have crawled out of my deadline cave to say this to people who were apparently born yesterday: Babes. Sweethearts. Lights of my increasingly dim patience. ChatGPT learned to write by eating romance novels like a feral raccoon in a dumpster. You are not detecting AI. You are detecting the source material. Please go learn how time works.
A photo of Tom Kane. The absolute legend behind such memorable animated characters as Lord Monkey Fist (Kim Possible), Professor Utonium (The Power Puff Girls), and Darwin (The Wild Thornberrys).
Okay, okay. I waited a tad to marshal my thoughts. They are: Holy Shit. Damn. Read This book. Pterodactyl screech. The plot and pacing of this novel builds so slowly that you almost miss it as it speeds up. The layering and nuance provided by the decision to bounce back and forth through time was impeccable. Revealing details of the past at the exact right moment for them to become relevant to the present *chef's kiss*. I already knew going in that I would love the writing style, having read other works by this author. The characters are so deliciously complicated and human. Suzanne is a raw nerve still processing her father's recent passing. She embarks on a bat out of hell journey that can only be described as running. But, what, dear reader, is she really running from. A by all accounts flaccid marriage, her grief, or that one thing she witnessed when she was eleven. Full disclosure, there is a moderately graphic scene or two featuring drug use, and violence. What this book is emphatically not, however, is horror. It just isn't. What it is, is a beautiful coming of age story presented in a way that is raw, and human, and messy. This book will rip your heart out in the best way possible.
1 . Do you keep a list of the books you have read? You bet. I use Storygraph, Primarily. I just personally love the granularity of control over the user experience. I am also still on Goodreads because that's how my reviews get on this blog. I also use Librarything, which is super amazing and a great place to get reviewer copies. 2. If you record statistics, what statistics do you record? Librarything likes you to track physical dimensions and weight of your books, so I do that over there. Storygraph provides me with stats on genres, how many books by which author, pages read, total books read, all by the year or the month. 3. Do you give star ratings for books and if so, what do you score books out of and how do you come about this score? Yes, I do. My rating System: * = I got through it, but it barely held my attention ** = It was just okay *** = I Liked it quite a bit **** = I really enjoyed it/it made me think ***** = Phenomenal, outstanding, author on my automatic library list. I also have certain author's I will automatically by at thrift stores or Friends of the Library/charity book sales, or garage sales. I never buy something new without reading it first. 4. Do you review books? Absotively, but you already knew that. *wink*. This is a book blog after all. I post my reviews here, Librarything, Storygraph, Goodreads, and tumblr. 5. Where do you put your finished books? I usually return them to the library. If they are a review copy and I disliked it, I follow the instructions from the provider. Either recycling it or donating it as appropriate. for audiobooks that are Advanced Listening copies I delete them when finished/DNF'd. 6. Do you have any other rituals for when you have finished a book? Aside from writing that review, not really. Though I am considering making a book bandana, or scarf maybe. Credit to the Twirling Book Princess for the idea to do this post
A mini stocking made with Bernat Velvet aka yarn from hell. #crochet
The crown of a hat. Featuring Robin's egg blue, lilac, and purple. Yarn is Bernat Pop! Blue Blaze colorway. Load out on the hat is my crochet hook.
A new statue unveiled in London, England. Foreground consists of people outside what appears to be security fencing around the statue. the people are taking photos, of, and, with the statue. The statue is atop a plinth. it depicts what appears to be a masculine body type in a suit carrying a flag that is blown back in its face. it is confidently striding forward. On a nearby rooftop is the union jack flag of England.
Tough to see in the lighting of the image: pictured is a variegated red with burgundy crocheted square. When it grows up it will be a scarf. featuring double crochet and feather stitch, pattern is mine.
#crochetaway weeks 1-13: each week post either a WIP or FO that fits one or all of these themes; Shawl, Scarf, Lapghan, Variegated, Gradient weeks 14-26: each week post either a WIP or FO that fits one or all of these themes; Toque/Beanie, Beret, Headband, Kerchief/Headscarf, Cotton, Raffia weeks 27-39: each week post either a WIP or FO that fits one or all of these themes; Blanket, Rug, Coaster, Place-mat, Table Cloth, Lace, Filet weeks 40-52: each week post either a WIP or FO that fits one or all of these themes; Tapestry, Stuffie, Amigurumi, Cosplay, Color work, Black and White
A GIF of Ferris Bueller winking.
Cover of Trust Me, I'm Dr. Ozzy featuring the man himself dressed as a doctor. This one had its good moments. Mostly it was a major head scratcher as to why anyone would want to get advice from him. In this book you will find topics spanning from ball care to dyslexia and everything else besides. Some of these questions are quite disgusting, and some are quite disturbing. You have been warned.
As You Wish by Cary Elwes (autobiography). Cover art features Cary as the Dread Pirate Roberts from The Princess Bride. Dressed from head to toe in his swashbuckling finest. This book is for anyone who loves The Princess Bride in particular or Cary Elwes in general. Rob Reiner also read his own parts of this memoir. I especially recommend the audiobook. The Passion it takes to get a project like this made, has increased exponentially since the movie first came out. Against all odds it prevailed. A very enjoyable listen.
Poster from the tv series Good Witch, featuring the main characters Cassie Nightingale (Catherine Bell) and Sam Radford (James Denton).
Poster for Once Upon a Time featuring Cinderella on a motorcycle.
Poster for show The Magicians. Featuring the core cast seen from beneath standing in a circle with the moon above central in the image.
Poster from the latter half of Charmed (1998) featuring Holly Marie Combs (left), Rose McGowan (center), Alyssa Milano (right).
A representation of a medieval doublet in deep, rich shades of green.
Image is the cover for Of Jade and Dragons by Amber Chen. featuring painterly imagery of feudal style Asian buildings. The hero is seen from behind with her robe billowing. The dominant image is of a mechanical dragon. Review: I thought this book was going to be so predictable until the last 40-50 pages. Then it veered so hard I'm still digesting it. This book is part (Hua) Mulan, and part Cinder, with a heaping helping of original flair. I think Silkpunk may be my new favorite genre. Our intrepid main character is Ying... When her father has his life brutally cut short in front of her, Ying embarks on a quest of revenge. Infiltrating elite organisations and falling for forbidden souls are just some of the things awaiting anyone who choses to read this fantastic novel.
christmas postcard made by me using Canva(non AI features). there is a fireplace graphic with gifts tot he right side and a tree to the left side with "Merry Christmas" written in a fancy brushstroke font.
graphic containing category titles for #yuletidereads
Easy mode: one book per category Hard mode: 2+ books per category * Yule Log: a book that was gifted to you (arcs count) * Hygge: a comfort read * Winter/Holiday: Themed around or set during christmas or any other December/January holiday * Culture Shock: a read about a culture or traditions other than your own Bonus round: * CBC christmas movies: use the titles to inspire your selection * Hallmark Countdown to Christmas: use titles to inspire your reading * Christmas movie classics: read books inspired by titles or that were the inspiration for a movie * A Sophie Kinsella Christmas: read any of this author's books. I would also like to ask that everyone please read at least one book by a Jewish author, fiction or nonfiction.
A finished crochet scarf in periwinkle, teal, navy, and purple. it is double crochet except for the first and last rows which are scalloped.
knife sharpener with blade being sharpened against it.
Pictured from left to right: edge of a teal notebook, seen beneath a spiral notebook with lined paper exposed. On top if which is posed my WIP. A scarf largely composed of periwinkle blue at the moment. the yarn is self blocking/striping in shades of periwinkle, teal, muted almost navy, and light purple. Some where in there, I think, will be more of the very light blue on the bottom right edge of the scarf. Also pictured to the right is a pen on the desk.
First ever face cloth. Crocheted using Bernat handicrafter in floral prints. If you buy this yarn please make sure to wash it separate from anything you don't want to turn pink!
Reading wrap up graphic for the backlist book. I read two books last month: The Third Gilmore Girl by Kelly Bishop, and, Queen of Shadows by Sarah J Maas. The former was nonfiction, the latter fiction. I read both in print.
close up shot of Sam's poncho from Now and Then movie (1995).
A scene from film Now and Then featuring, from left, Chrissie, Tini, Sam, and Roberta. Sam is wearing a crochet poncho in shades of purple and brown or burgundy.
From top left, clockwise: Practical Magic, Good Witch (movies and show), Halloweentown, Charmed (1998), Casper, Gilmore Girls, and Hocus Pocus. background is autumn leaves.
Cover for the Third Gilmore Girl by Kelly Bishop. Cover features a photographic portrait of the author in a crimson top, wearing read lipstick. Don't cry because you think your best days are gone. Smile because you had them in the first place. - Kelly Bishop Words to live by, truly. In her memoir Kelly Bishop take you through her professional career, her love life, her home life, and her faith. From the Radio City Music Hall to The Watchful Eye, and, hopefully, beyond. Enduring through numerous red eye flights, bad relationships, good relationships, cancers (Lee) and blood clots (Kelly). I've always known she is a force of nature. Since the first moment she drew breath as Emily Gilmore, I have loved her work. This book is no exception. Even if you have never, ever, seen Gilmore girls this book is worth the read.
Bloomsbury Cover for Queen of Shadows by Sarah J. Maas. Cover is red and features the main character Aelin. She is wearing a red cloak and drawing a sword.
Lake Country, BC Art Walk flyer. September 6&7 10AM to 5PM
1940's Plymouth coupe. Burgundy gloss paint, chrome trim, whitewall tires.
i feel like we as a digital society have forgotten the important rules of the internet: Don't feed the trolls Never give out personal information Anonymity is the best defense Don't click suspicious links Don't click popups and ads Just because it's written doesn't mean it's true You are responsible for your own experience There is porn of everything, act accordingly
Harvest color themed macrame project. Made using embroidery floss. Project is attached to split ring.
a portrait style image featuring Inuyahsa. below the image is the caption SIT BOY! subtext "traumatized for life"
It's Los Angeles, 1986, and metal rules the world. For aspiring drummer Rikki Thunder, life is good--even if he is sleeping in a condemned paint store and playing with a band that's going nowhere. But when he gets a shot to join L.A.'s hottest up-and-coming band, Whyte Python, Rikki's young life turns up to 11. Soon he has a hit single scorching up the charts, and the new love of his life in the audience. Rikki couldn't ask for anything more. But good fortune can be deceiving. With the Cold War breathing its last gasps and American music blasting through the Iron Curtain, a youth revolution is taking hold - and a hair band is unknowingly playing host to the final battle for the hearts and minds of the Eastern Bloc. Rikki Thunder soon realizes there is a deeper web of influence propelling Whyte Python, and the stakes for his mission--to spread peace, love, and epic shredding across the globe--are far more dangerous than he could ever imagine. Raucously funny and refreshing, The Whyte Python World Tour is a head-banger of a debut, steeped in '80s music culture nostalgia and international suspense.
Graphic with Canadian flag centered "True North" is above and "Strong, and Free." is below.
Bronze book cover with Celtic motif on sides. Dreaming the Eagle by Manda Scott. Part of the Boudica series.
painterly ocean wave background with text that reads Summer Solstice Reading Challenge.