My reading is sort of on hold at the moment. Anything I do read lately seems to be children's, young adult, or a graphic novel. Not that I'm complaining because I love them, but I would love to sink into a hefty novel or non-fiction book and only peek out a few times. I need to be immersed! The last book I read was a Babymouse graphic novel....Monster Mash. Cute, but hardly fodder for immersion.
Easter was great here. We hid eggs for Rocketboy, made up a nice gift basket for him, and there were surprises for Chuck and Memaw (Chuck's mom). I made out like a bandit! I got a Half-Price Books giftcard from Rocketboy and Chuck got me a beautiful jewelry box with a gorgeous pair of silver and pearl earrings inside. Not to mention a set of pearl studs and a delectable book--The History of Farting. It can't all be sunshine and pearls, ladies. The farts need their moment in the sun, too. :)
We spent the afternoon having lunch with my mom, and we went to a big family Easter egg hunt that my clan hosts every year. In fact, below you can see one of the highlights. Chuck took it upon himself to ask my mom--very sweetly--if she'd take a picture of us. And when she did, he cracked a confetti egg over my head. Haruumphf.

It was a great day--like most days are around here. Now if I could only settle on a book! I've also been dipping in and out of:
Feed, by M.T. Anderson (teaching)
Parvana's Journey, by Deborah Ellis (teaching)
The Collected T.S. Eliot (for fun)
I'll be back, before another two weeks rolls along, with an update!
It must be love if he's giving you a book about farting!
ReplyDeleteSo good to see a post from you--and I love the pic! You all look so happy. :) I'm very glad for you!
ReplyDeleteDon't worry about the reading...you're in luuuuurrve, dahling. It'll pick back up when it's time. Just enjoy the YA, etc. and be happy. :)
I love your pic Andi :) If you're looking for good Non-fic, check out The Horse Boy! I'm on a mission to make everyone read that one ;)
ReplyDeleteAwww: you look so happy! :) I'm very, very happy for you.
ReplyDeletei thought that was flowers in your hair and i was thinking wow--she really goes all out for easter. :-) looks like you had a great day and you sound so happy!
ReplyDeleteGlad your Easter was great! I hope the reading picks up when it is ready. :)
ReplyDeleteGlad you had a wonderful holiday! Sounds like you're very happy these days, and I'm happy for you! :)
ReplyDelete--Anna
Diary of an Eccentric
This is a photo filled with happiness :) so nice to see.
ReplyDeleteEveryone looks to be having a great time!
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to say that I am so so so happy to see you so so happy!! You can see it written all over your face =)
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice picture! The two of you sure look happy together, and it sounds like you got some great presents :-)
ReplyDeleteYou people are so cute it's ridiculous. =)
ReplyDeleteGREAT photo! All three of you look like you're having a great time together.
ReplyDeleteNeed a recommendation or two? I loved The Likeness (Tana French), The Help (Kathryn Stockett) and Little Bee (Chris Cleeve). I'm devouring The Hunger Games, but I think you've already read it. Or maybe that was Heather.
Anyhoo, great to see a post from you. Happy Spring!
You guys look so cute! Glad you had a nice Easter.
ReplyDeleteAndi, you are absolutely lovely! And Chuck and RocketBoy are quite handsome! What a great picture that is. Thank you so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLauren
Thanks for posting the pictures! You all look so happy!
ReplyDeleteSo good to see you back! Although it looks and sounds like you've been doing wonderful things...apart from grading papers and the tendinitis, of course. You are living a life filled with people you care about and it makes me smile to read the happiness in your 'voice'. I hope you soon find time to squeeze in that satisfying read you are looking for. A happy belated Easter to you as well.
ReplyDeleteGreat picture! I'm glad things are going so well for you. Enjoy and don't worry about reading... the books will be there when you're ready. I have to admit though, I am missing your great book reviews. :)
ReplyDeleteHahaha! Love the confetti! And, I'm so happy to see any posts from you at all. The photo is great.
ReplyDeleteAwww I love the picture, such happy faces, you guys look awesome!
ReplyDeleteThe History of Farting eh? Sounds like something my boys would love :)