Monthly Archives: January 2014

2013 Bookshelf: Part 3

Posted on January 25, 2014 by polloplayer

I never leave the house without a book. Even if I’m in the car, on the way out of the driveway and realize I am book-less, I will go back to retrieve one. Yes, the reading sickness is that strong … Continue reading →

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2013 Bookshelf: Part 2

Posted on January 18, 2014 by polloplayer

“There is no frigate like a book” said Emily Dickinson. Indeed, my 2013 reading carried me across oceans to Kenya, to Afghanistan and India, Australia and back to the United Kingdom, and even home to the American Northeast, South and … Continue reading →

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2013 Bookshelf: Part 1

Posted on January 11, 2014 by polloplayer

I read kind of a lot. Sometimes I even feel a little bit guilty about it. I’m never sure we are really supposed to enjoy ourselves that much. (Yes, I was raised Roman Catholic…why do you ask?) Then, last week, … Continue reading →

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Resolutions Can Be Hell.

Posted on January 4, 2014 by polloplayer

I guess it’s too late to warn you. Your resolutions are already likely in full swing. In 2014, I’m going to ___________! You’re committed, you’re purposeful and you have not yet reached that point where you think meh, I really … Continue reading →

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