The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey

The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey Trenton Lee Stewart This weekend I finished The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey, the sequel to The Mysterious Benedict Society that came out last year. Perilous Journey is much more action packed than the first book. I guess that’s what happens after your enemies know… Continue reading The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey

Spring in New York

I’m so delighted that we’re actually having a spring this year! Last year it went from 50 degrees to 90 degrees seemingly overnight. Ryan and I (and basically the entire office) have been heading to the closest park, Madison Square Park, during lunch every day. It’s gorgeous. Here are some photos I took on Wednesday:… Continue reading Spring in New York

No Barack :(

Barack’s plane was delayed in Pittsburgh and he couldn’t make it to the show. :( Jon still interviewed him via satellite, but I wish we could have seen him in person. It was still very fun though. Seeing Jon Stewart is awesome on its own. And we got free doughnuts, and VIP tickets to Paul… Continue reading No Barack :(

In Bloom

Spring in Hoboken On the way home from the library yesterday, I stopped in Church Square Park to snap a few pictures since the trees were so lovely. It’s been a gorgeous spring so far, and I hope it lasts a while before the 90 degree heat settles in for the summer. (This post was… Continue reading In Bloom

Polysyllabic Spree – March 2008

Books Purchased: Books Purchased – March 2008 I found some awesome books and book deals this month. I picked up Clemetine’s Letter, Armageddon in Retrospect, and Unaccustomed Earth at Strand before they were released for 50% off, and Unaccustomed Earth was signed by Jhumpa. I picked up the Neal Pollack Anthonogy of American Literature at… Continue reading Polysyllabic Spree – March 2008