Author: Emily

Book-hoarding INFJ who likes to leave the Shire and go on adventures.

John Mayer/Ben Folds

John Mayer This past tuesday I saw John Mayer and Ben Folds at the PNC Bank Arts Center with Laura. It was an incredible concert. We had seats in row 5, which is by far the closest I’ve ever been at a John Mayer concert. It was the fifth time I’ve seen John, and the… Continue reading John Mayer/Ben Folds

Complete At Last

Had to post this too…I get giddy when I think about how this shelf is finally complete. And sad. Oy. Harry Potter Shelf (Actually, if you want to be technical, it won’t really be complete until I pick up a paperback of Deathly Hallows and get my Chamber of Secrets paperback back from my mom.… Continue reading Complete At Last

HP7 & The Eyre Affair

yes hi hello! Despite finishing Harry Potter on Saturday, my internet absence went on a little longer than I intended when I forgot to pack my powerbook’s power cord in Michigan. But ahoy – it arrived in the mail today thanks to a timely mailing by my dad. I don’t want to post any spoilers… Continue reading HP7 & The Eyre Affair

Harry Potter Weekend

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7) J. K. Rowling I’m headed toward home for Harry Potter weekend! Just wanted to update quickly and pledge that this Vox will stay spoiler free. I may post pictures and talk about the event itself, but will not ruin any fun for anyone else. Have a great… Continue reading Harry Potter Weekend

Books Update

I found a few treasures at Strand last week. Truman Capote Truman Capote: In Which Various Friends, Enemies, Acquaintances, and Detractors Recall His Turbulent Career, by George Plimpton. I’ve recently discovered Truman Capote’s writing, and have become fascinated by his interesting personality and life. I’ve started reading this oral biography of his life, and am… Continue reading Books Update

Yankees 12, Angels 0

Derek Jeter hitting Today was my very first Yankees game. My family is visiting and our activity today was going to see the Yankees play at Yankee Stadium. We bought these tickets months ago, thus had no way of knowing that today would be cloudless and 95 degrees. However, the stadium was surprisingly pleasant, especially… Continue reading Yankees 12, Angels 0

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Vox Hunt: Ridiculously Cute

Show us something that’s ridiculously cute. Benny, sleeping My little brother. :) (This post was brought over from emilyw.vox.com. Click here for the original post and comments.)

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Poetry Sunday

“Undelivered Mail” by Rhina P. Espaillat from Playing at Stillness Dear Daughter, Your father and I wish to commend you on the wisdom of your choices and the flawless conduct of your life Dear Poet! Where is the full-length manuscript you promised us? Your check is waiting The presses are ready and the bookstores are… Continue reading Poetry Sunday

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Looking Forward To

One of my Vox neighbors and book club friends, Carmen, posted a fun post about things she’s looking forward to. I thought this was a nice idea for a post, because as she says, there’s always something to look forward to. Some Things I’m Looking Forward To: -A Blendini at Rita’s Ice Cream tonight -My… Continue reading Looking Forward To

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Father’s Day

“I love my father as the stars – he’s a bright shining example and a happy twinkling in my heart.”  ~Adabella Radici Happy Father’s Day, Dad! (This post was brought over from emilyw.vox.com.)

Chuck Palahniuk at Strand

“The Future you have, tomorrow, won’t be the same future you had, yesterday.” –Rant Today’s Chuck Palahniuk event was incredible. The best book event I’ve been to so far. Strand and Palahniuk agreed to ticket the event and limit it to 150 people (Strand’s first ticketed book signing ever) so that it could be a… Continue reading Chuck Palahniuk at Strand