non-comprehensive list, Non-Fiction

8 Spoopy Books 4 Hammaweens: A Non-Comprehensive List

I love autumn. If asked what my favorite season is, I'll more than likely say spring because of my birthday. Or summer because of the Ren Faire. But honestly I adore fall. I love layering up, I love comfy stuff, I love dumb Instagram-perfect leaves and pumpkins and hot chocolate. I love cozy socks and sick… Continue reading 8 Spoopy Books 4 Hammaweens: A Non-Comprehensive List

Uku-Tuesday!

Uku-Tuesday Video! “The Way I Behaved” from The Last Unicorn

This week's Uku-Tuesday is brought to you by the godfather of modern fantasy - Peter S. Beagle! Peter is the author of The Last Unicorn, which happens to be my favorite book of all time, and also a delightfully weird animated feature film from the 1980s. In the novel, Prince Lir asks the Lady Amalthea… Continue reading Uku-Tuesday Video! “The Way I Behaved” from The Last Unicorn

Non-Fiction, Personal

DIS IS HAMMAWEENS! Costumes Required.

This morning I got off the train in the Loop and got in line at my regular Dunkin Donuts. Behind me was Wednesday Addams. Ahead of me was an 80's pop star. When I arrived at the office, I found Wakko Warner, Dot Warner, a Shark, the Boat The Shark Ate Half Of, Ocelot from Metal… Continue reading DIS IS HAMMAWEENS! Costumes Required.

Disney Odyssey

Disney Odyssey #5 – 10/10 Woodland Creatures are Affected by Aloof Dad Syndrome

The Fella and I made chicken tacos and watched the next installment (although we seriously contemplated venison or bison instead of chicken) the other night to much fond remembrance of woodland frolicking and the simple joys of baby animals. Before I get started, all joking aside, I love this movie. I have always loved this movie since… Continue reading Disney Odyssey #5 – 10/10 Woodland Creatures are Affected by Aloof Dad Syndrome