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Mermaids
When I was little, I loved mermaids. I loved the illustrations in my book of Hans Christian Anderson fairy tales. I drew pictures of mermaids over and over, draping them in strings of pearls. Now that I’m addicted to tumblr, … Continue reading
Bad Mothers
I’m reading a book about addiction that Max read last year. He told me I might like it. I also remember him writing to his girlfriend that the book caused him to review his childhood, which he always thought was … Continue reading
Exciting Bryanboy Children’s Book!
Bryanboy and the Christmas Miracle will be a book to cherish for the whole family! Celebrate the holiday season with this heartwarming tale of loss, courage and the Lord’s love! Here is the first page, illustrated by the brilliant artist … Continue reading
Goodnight Jane!
Okay, but don’t tell Clement Hurd.
Gala Darling Wants Stuff
Some helpful readers have alerted me to the Gala Darling wish list at Amazon.com, and it has been a revelation. Here I thought those wish lists were for books you wanted to read. The list of 348 items that Gala … Continue reading
A Night Out
On a rare night out with my husband, we drove to an independent bookshop where a guy we like was reading an excerpt from his new book. I felt tentatively hopeful. I almost never go out in the evening. I … Continue reading
Feel My Love
In recent days, two idiots nice individuals have cited my hatefulness as a moral flaw in my nature (not to mention my blog.) I will point out yet again that the title of this blog is “Godammit, ‘m Mad! and … Continue reading
Finding My Niche
Every time I read a thing about bloggers having to find a niche, my heart sinks. I’m not doing anything right. I’m also supposed to put keywords in my post titles, and to figure out what kind of posts bring … Continue reading
The Doctor’s Office
I finally decided to see the doctor today, when my terrible sore throat turned into a fever with body aches and a rattling bronchial cough. Since I didn’t already have an appointment, I was told I could be a walk-in … Continue reading
Maxes and Wild Things
I love Maurice Sendak just like all decent people, but I prefer his illustrations in “Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present” to “Where the Wild Things Are.” The latter book is poised to be ruined forever by the movie version, … Continue reading