Lolita: A literary masterpiece

Every so often, I like to read a classic book, an important work of literature that I’ve never read for one reason or another. So yesterday, I finished reading “Lolita” by Vladimir Nabokov. The book centers around Humbert Humbert, a European living in the early 20th century  obsessed with what he calls “nymphets” (young girls). [...]

It’s raining, it’s pouring

There are signs of spring cropping up all over New England–from the first flowers blooming to two very rainy days in a row. I’m definitely looking forward to warmer weather and all that comes with it–lake activities, longer daylight hours, no more wool and Sam Summer Ale.
Mike and I spent a very dreary spring Sunday [...]

Doggie designs

While browsing the J. Crew Web site today, I noticed that all the dog accessories (examples: a rain slicker, a sweater and a carrier) are in the men’s department. Does this strike anyone else as odd? (Not the fact that dog accessories exist, that is a debate for another day, but the fact that the [...]

Public versus private school

As you may know, one of my roommates is from North Dakota. Last year, my other roommate and I asked her what she thinks the biggest difference is between here (the Northeast) and there (the Midwest). Her response: there is a much bigger focus on education here than where she’s from. I was actually really [...]

Rescuing resumes

In an effort to make some extra cash (and capitalize on the legions of unemployed), I’m starting a resume and cover letter editing side-project. I’m charging a small fee, but I’m not trying to bankrupt anyone, especially if you’re unemployed. So if you (or someone you know) need help writing your resume or cover letter [...]

Don’t bother going to this wedding

Last night, Mike and I watched “Rachel Getting Married,” a movie that met with much critical acclaim when it came out and one that I had wanted to see for a while. I actually didn’t know the storyline before watching the film and had just heard that it was really good, but I must [...]

Oh the weather outside is frightful

I went to my first knitting class last night and it was both fun and educational. I learned several news things (including a different way to cast on, decreasing and increasing) and it was really enjoyable to just sit and knit for a few hours. The teacher is very nice and helpful and I think [...]

Syracuse on my mind

What a fun weekend! I watched basketball for (almost) 12 hours straight on Friday–sounds easy, but its devilishly difficult. Sitting on your butt for half a day is really harder than it looks. But it was all worth it when Syracuse won it’s first NCAA tournament game and then it’s second yesterday. Sweet 16 here [...]

Two news stories on my mind

Two news stories are on my mind today, so I’m going to write about both. The first one involves the actress Natasha Richardson, who died after suffering a fall on a ski mountain in Canada. Richardson was not wearing a helmet and while it may or may not have saved her life is she had [...]

March Madness

It’s certainly starting to feel like spring here in New England. There aren’t really any traces of snow left around Boston and the weather has been far more pleasant lately. I even saw some bulbs starting to sprout over the weekend. The birds are chirping, the grass is muddy and the air smells like things [...]

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