[how close?]

Replacing “far away” and “are we there yet?” and “where am I?” — Replacing long-ago questions with statements more rounded, less severe in meaning and intent. “How much further?” turns into “No closer than you’d thought.” And the wind from the west — where the weather comes from — tugging at your ear with final Continue reading [how close?]

At last!

The mailman delivered the last Harry Potter a few hours ago, and I’ve already settled into it. I’m quite proud of myself: I kept away from spoilers, and my favorite bookstore’s midnight bash, and even my favorite restaurant at lunchtime today (It’s right smack next door to the bookstore). Therefore, opening the Harry Potter box Continue reading At last!