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Olivia by Ian Falconer December 30, 2008

Olivia is my favorite children’s book as an adult. My parents did their best to care for my sister and I but there were no bedtime stories. It’s almost impossible to catch up. I’m not ashamed to admit that I have a decent sized Olivia collection of books and stuffed animals, etc. The limited edition FAO Swartz stuffed Opera Doll still eludes me; it’s an on-going search that’s been on-and-off for nearly two years now (sort of like the 1998 large 12 inch tall stuffed pink polka-dotted elephant from The Island of Misfit Toys). My opera doll figurine will have to suffice for now.

*Photocredit: Amazon.com

Lightening Bugs/Fireflies September 26, 2008

What happened to all the lightening bugs/fireflies? I think something in the environment has changed too dramatically for them to survive. I remember they were at some point during my childhood, plentiful. ‘Til this day every time I see a block party I always think of them. I really miss them; they remind me of a time when life was simple.

*Photocredit: Green Piece Washington D.C. Environmental Group

Guilty Pleasure September 23, 2008

I usually dislike soap operas and never watch the American ones but, I must admit I love watching re-runs of “EastEnders.” It’s a British soap from 1985-present. I think I’m watching the episodes from 2005. I’m not sure if I have a favorite character. They are all entertaining. The British have a great sense of humor. My grandfather used to love watching the soaps. His faves were “The Young & The Restless” and “As The World Turns.” I mostly liked watching Kong-Fu movies with him, especially the ones with David Carradine. Anyway, I think “EastEnders” is really cool.

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