January 2013

Ojibway Grandmother

I love Richard Wagamese's descriptions of the matriarch, Naomi. From one scene to the next he infuses a deep, soulful respect for the wise grandmother who teaches Saul, guiding him in Ojibway traditions, sheltering him from neglect and protecting him from environmental--and emotional--storms. Wagamese describes the...

Opening Indian Horse

When Karen & Bonnie chose Indian Horse by Richard Wagamese, I was thrilled. Another Canadian novel...

Eat Like a Caveman

Eat like a caveman Subscriber Wednesday, 16 January 2013 02:00 Shannon Linden The Paleo, or Caveman diet currently tops the list of trends in do-it-yourself weight loss programs. I'm grateful to live in modern times, when I don't have to send my husband out to...

Gourmet Grilled Cheese

It was down-home, down-right delicious as Laurie served up a selection of gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches at her LOL meeting this week. The girls gobbled these up, finishing them off with a glass (or two) or rich red wine. A perfect offering that warmed our...

Laughter as the LOL wrap up Sisters Brothers

Another book club spent in laughter, discussing literature, with the lovely ladies I call friends. Once again, I'm so very grateful for the presence of these fifteen women--yes, with new member, Crystal, we have grown--in my life. I eagerly anticipate every meeting, yet each time...

Patrick DeWitt: Fitting Name

As we near completion of The Sisters Brothers, I most admire author, Patrick DeWitt, for his, well...