Go Home, You’re Drunk

Once again it’s time to crown Wicked Word Wednesday Winner. Continue reading “Go Home, You’re Drunk” →

Wednesday, 4 January, 2017

Teaser Tuesday: Books for 2017

A few weeks ago I asked you for reading recommendations for 2017. In addition to adding a few works suggested by readers, I’ve added more to my TBR, thanks to Christmas gifts of both books and gift cards. In no particular order, here’s what on my shelf (or in the mail . . . or pre-ordered . . . or waiting to be returned to the library) for 2017: Continue reading “Teaser Tuesday: Books for 2017” →

Tuesday, 3 January, 2017

Travelogue: Washington, D.C. [Day 1]

As a combined birthday/Christmas present, my aunt Rose, uncle Jason, and cousin Alex took me on a four-day road trip to Washington, D.C. Yes, it’s true – this history teacher has never been to our nation’s capital. Well, now I have, thanks to their generosity. Continue reading “Travelogue: Washington, D.C. [Day 1]” →

Monday, 2 January, 2017

Luck for 2017, in Two Pictures

First, from talented comic artist Liz Climo:

Second, the first email in my inbox in 2017:

Fingers Crossed!

Sunday, 1 January, 2017

Janus

In my classroom I don the guise of a Greek, a Roman, and a Plague Doctor. Today, here on my blog, I act as Janus, the Roman god of beginning and transitions, of gates and doors and passageways, and of endings looking both to the past and to the future. Continue reading “Janus” →