The Ottawa Daily Times did a feature story on The Escape Plan today. Thanks to the power of the Internet, you can read it from the comfort of your own computer, even if you don't live in Ottawa.In a related story, Jen Robinson of Jen Robinson's Book Page recently reviewed Escape Adulthood. You'll definitely want to check out her blog for some suggestions on other good reads for kids of ALL ages.In an unrelated story, I got to see my new nephew yesterday. I've got the uncle role down, but I just can't imagine what it's like to be a dad. From what I hear, it's scary, fun, and fulfilling.And …
Archives for February 2006
Satisfaction
Tonight as a group of us sat around and watched the Super Bowl half-time show, we just couldn't help but comment about Mick Jagger. How old is he? I'm sure we weren't the only ones having this conversation tonight. Well, I checked. In July he'll be 63. Yes...63! He joked that he could have sung the song "Satisfaction" at the first Super Bowl forty years ago. My brother-in-law, being in his mid-twenties, commented that he didn't know if he could move about and dance like that night after night. He was all over that stage. I have to admit that I'm not a huge Rolling Stones fan, however I will …
A Curious Thing About Stamps
Although there hasn't been much rejoicing about the stamp rate increase, these new stamps have softened the blow. At least in our office, where they've been a big hit. They feature picture book animals like Curious George, Olivia, and one of Maurice Sendak's Wild Things. Good stuff. …
I Knew It
I am Superman. The "What Superhero Are You" quiz said that I was "mild-mannered, good, strong, and I love to help others."It didn't mention anything about being faster than a speeding bullet, but that goes without saying.Since we're on the subject of Superman, I warmly invite you to check out an old post I wrote about a ridiculously accurate sculpture of Christopher Reeve. And if you didn't already hear, Superman is returning to theaters this summer. Here's a cool early trailer that got me so excited I...I...watched it about 20 times. You tell me: is it a coincidence that …