Category Archives: Books

Ringing in a Lucky ‘13

Posted on January 2, 2013 by

Last January, Lauren and I came up with lists of things we were excited for in 2012. Looking forward to the New Year put me in the right mindset, and definitely helped me plan for fun weekend activities (and got … Continue reading →

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Take One, Leave One

Posted on August 21, 2012 by

A few weeks ago, I opened my mailbox and found a “Grand Opening” invitation. Not for a store or a restaurant, but for a free library opening up down the street. Later that evening while walking my dog, I caught … Continue reading →

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Epic Summer Reading List

Posted on June 7, 2012 by

As summer rolls in and anticipation for vacations grow,  I begin to amass a larger and larger reading list. Well, truthfully I always have piles of books waiting for me. But recently, my Amazon Wish List seems to have become … Continue reading →

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Please Don’t Go. We’ll Eat You Up. We Love You So.

Posted on May 9, 2012 by

If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a thousand times: children’s books are the best. From illustrated adventures to young adult novels, these literary gems seem to find their way into my heart and stay lodged there permanently. In … Continue reading →

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Let the Wild Rumpus Begin

Posted on March 30, 2012 by

In the past, Lauren and I have mentioned our great love of books. From Boston to Minneapolis, and countless cities in between, I often find myself holed up in an old school book shop. It’s easy to browse for books … Continue reading →

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March Recommendations

Posted on March 10, 2012 by

After giving up Facebook this Easter season (I may have caved a few times … Shh), I’ve found myself seeking out other sources of online entertainment. And I have to say, I am really enjoying some freedom from the social … Continue reading →

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New Year, New ‘Dish

Posted on January 4, 2012 by

Nothing says “Happy New Year!” like completely forgoing resolutions. Instead of trying to come up with creative goals that I’ll surely forget about by Friday, I decided to focus on the things I’m most excited about for the coming year. … Continue reading →

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November Recommendations

Posted on November 18, 2011 by

Book of the month: Fans of Charles Frazier (Cold Mountain) know his characters are traditionally underdogs from the Appalachian Mountains. His newest book, Nightwoods, is no exception. Told with sharp precision and attention to detail (descriptions of people and nature … Continue reading →

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October Book Recommendation

Posted on October 22, 2011 by

I just finished a wonderful story about Francie Nolan, a young girl coming of age in 1912 New York. “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn,” by Betty Smith speaks so many truths about growing up and letting go of the innocence … Continue reading →

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Soaking Up Design*Sponge

Posted on October 12, 2011 by

When Lauren and I started Hotdish & Catfish in March, we came up with a list of our favorite blogs – the ones that we enjoy reading and get the most inspiration from. On the top of both our lists … Continue reading →

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