Library Edition of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas 

(Library Edition 2012)

‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the Library not a romance, a murder nor chaotic mayhem crept across the shelves. Not a page was flipping.  Nor was a mouse surfing the web.  The doors were locked up tight and the computers were all powered down, as if in bed.  Down the street a solitary car drove by, the driver intent on getting into a nice warm bed and catching some sleep, when a sudden flash filled the Library’s windows with a faint luminous light.

“What could it be?” would have been the common refrain, but alas the Library was empty with no one to ask or to care.  But empty it wasn’t, for at the online catalog was that right jolly old elf.  His snowy hair hidden beneath a trimmed, draping old hat, but his beard was snowy and reached down to his belly.  His face was cheery with a wide, pleasant grin.  His coat was thick and velvety, a rich cranberry red.  He scanned the computer looking for just the right book; after all he had a long night still ahead and as yet nothing to read.

But what book was right for a night like this?  After all Christmas Eve comes but once a year, and his choice must satisfy him for the coming year.

Did he want something funny?

Or something sad?

A sweet little romance?

The latest reading fad?

What could be had?

With a sudden sparkle that lit-up his eyes, inspiration struck as if he was struck by an arrow.  With a flash of his hand that was too quick to be seen, he pulled out his e-reader and downloaded some ebooks that were sure to please.

Now what did Santa borrow you may be asking yourself?  The reindeer told me, if you want to know….

First Santa chose Dying to Read to satisfy his craving for murder, humor and romance in a single read.

Second on his list was Candlewax because Fairrier Cats and the power they have over the destructive Trodliks yet remained a puzzle to him.

Last on his list was How To Build A Time Machine: The Real Science Of Time Travel because 72 hours on Christmas Eve would be better than just 24 next year.

But this was a secret I wasn’t to share, so please don’t tell anyone what Santa’s reading this year!

Shhhh, till next year!

Clipart came from Dover Publications

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Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving

Election 2012 Thoughts

Remember this: In an election, every voice is equally powerful -- don't underestimate your vote. Voting is the great equalizer.

It is your job to vote.  It is your responsibility, your right, and your privilege.  This is a right that we have fought for throughout our history as a nation - the right to choose our government representation.  

I will not tell you how to vote, only that if you can vote you should.  A single pebble tossed into a pond can send ripples across the entire pond.  Just imagine how one vote can change the future of a nation!

Will you change the future?

Happy Fourth of July!

Wishing you a Happy July 4th!

The words below should be taken to heart by all who live in the

United States of America and call it MY COUNTRY whether by birth or by choice.  

We are the United States.  We are not the divided states. 

What difference if I hail from North or South

Or from the East or West?

My heart is filled with love

For all of these.

I only know I swell with pride

And deep within my breast

I thrill to see Old Glory

Paint the breeze.

Excerpt taken from This Is My Country; words by Don Raye.

Let this fourth be a chance to join with your friends and neighbors and return to what has made us strong.  Remember the warning given in Mark 3:24 If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand. (NIV)

May your Memorial Day be one of Remembrance...

A Thought for Today - Share a Book

"A person who won't read has no advantage over one that can't read."  ~  Mark Twain

Share a book today with someone you know in

celebration of World Book Night.

The gift of reading should be shared.

Celebrate the beauty of God's creation on Earth Day and everyday. 

 It is His gift to us to enjoy!

"In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth and God saw that everything He had made was excellent."

Genesis 1

"The heavens tell the glory of God; and the earth declares His skill."

Psalm 19:1

Do you know what April 12th is?

It is National Drop Everything And Read Day!

What is D.E.A.R. you ask?

National D.E.A.R. Day is a special

celebration to encourage families to

make reading together on a daily

basis a priority.

Show your support and spread the love

of reading to your family and friends!

 

You can visit www.dropeverythingandread.com for D.E.A.R. tips and activities.

Reading opens doors that may otherwise be closed.

Open a book and you'll open the world before your very eyes.

Wishing you and yours a Happy Easter!

May you be blessed on this day of re-birth!

April is National Poetry Month

Do you have a favorite poem?

If so what is it?

Happy Leap Day 2012!

Blooming with Books wishes everyone a Happy Leap Day!

We are celebrating with a snow day here in Wisconsin, with over a foot of snow!  Schools and many businesses are shut down for the day as we dig out from our first major snow event of the 2011/2012 winter season.  Winter has arrived just as March knocks at our door!

How are you celebrating Leap Day 2012?

New Years Resolution!

As 2011 comes to an end and 2012 is on the horizon many feel the need to make a resolution for the coming year.  Many resolutions are something that we know are unattainable yet we make them anyway knowing that we will fail.  Why not make a resolution to do what you know is within your ability to do?

With the new year why not determine to read more?  Even if it is only one book more than you read this year it is still an accomplishment.  Don't know what to read, check back with Blooming with Books to get an idea of what is available or check out your local Library or book store - someone is always ready to help.

One small accomplishment is always something to be proud of so may your New Year be filled with small accomplishments that will lead to a full 2012!

HAPPY NEW YEARS!

Merry Christmas

Wishing you and yours a joyous Holiday Season!

MERRY CHRISTMAS from the staff of

Blooming with Books!

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 Sir Winston Magee, Lil Lady Drea Did-it, and Baron Sampa Claus all hard at work deciding what book Blooming with Books will review next!