As I have mentioned here before, I am a crossword puzzle enthusiast, an addict really. The Chicago Tribune runs the puzzle from the Los Angeles Times syndicate and the Sun-Times runs the The New York Times puzzle (a week later than it originally appears), I still get the Trib delivered and do the puzzle each day. Usually I warm up with the Jumble. I work in pen. I time myself. I have let my Chicago Sun-Times subscription lapse. The paper is not what it once was, and I … [Read more...]
Ireland calls
Can you be homesick for a place that was never your home? I don’t know, but that’s how I feel about Ireland lately – that it is calling me. The feeling was intensified this weekend when I attended iBAM!, the festival of Irish Books and Music at the Irish American Heritage Center. Mary Pat Kelly spoke about her books, Galway Bay, and especially the latest Of Irish Blood. She said she learned from the McCourt brothers to talk about her book, rather than read from it. She … [Read more...]
Go, read, submit
Hey there. Hope all is well with you. Mark your calendar for Book Fort's winter Pop Up Book Fair presented by Curbside Splendor, which will be held Sunday, November 8th, from 1:00 to 6:00 pm at Empty Bottle (1035 N Western). This is a great event and always a lot of fun. You get to support Chicago's literary talents and enjoy a tasty beverage (I've heard the Bloody Marys are great). There may still be spaces available for exhibitors -- contact Catherine Eves (catherine … [Read more...]
Glimpse of Solace: Laura Rodley
Laura Rodley is a writer whose poetry has appeared here many times. She is also a feature writer and photographer for Country Folks, Country Grower, Mane Stream, and other publications. Some of her recent features include “UMass Cherry Bomb Ice Cream and Maple Valley Creamery” and “Cartwheels at the 147th Cummington Fair.” When asked about the photo, Laura replies “I love all creatures--squirrels, mice, chipmunks, including a huge frog that was hanging out in a bucket of … [Read more...]
In appreciation of bowling: Mash note to a great sport
Hey there-- It's the first night of the season! Happy League night! Peace, love, and solace Mash note to a great sport (for the team and Ann) Hey Bowling, I love you – you big lug. So straightforward anyone can play, More understanding than any other guy, you reward a striking performance, even give me a second chance. You big galoot, I like how you’re down to earth, how I have to come to a noisy alley, how you let me know it’s … [Read more...]
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