2020 in Books: My Favorites

In general, I average reading at least a book a week.  This year, I did the same, but even though I had more available time, it was sometimes hard to settle down.  One of the effects of worrying about Covid-19.  My reading was heavily novels with a few mysteries, memoirs, and other nonfiction mixed in.  Here are some of …

Tidy Tidbits: Mostly Books

CHRISTMAS MEMORIES This year, for perhaps the first time ever, we stayed home for Christmas and purchased and put up a live tree.  In more recent years, we’ve gone to Manhattan for about ten days to see family.  This time, our son and family and our daughter-in-law’s parents all came to Florida.  With lively granddaughters ages 6 ½ …

Maine Time: Reading & Midyear Book Review

The first few foggy days here were perfect for nestling into the couch with a book and that I did.  I spent two entire days just reading!  An absolute treat. SUMMER READING  (Tracking 20 by Sept. 1) #9  My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie Historical novels can be a painless and enjoyable way …