I don't know what it was about this week, but there was some completely brilliant things bouncing around the blogosphere: I'm one smitten k...
Michael Fassbender as Mr. Rochester, Jane Eyre (2011) By my count (according to Wikipedia) there have been at least 28 motion picture and television adaptations of Jane Eyre (my favorite novel of all time). I honestly can't remember how many of those I've seen, but I know it's been at least 3 or 4. The most recent features Mia Wasikowska as Jane and Michael Fassbender as Mr. Rochester. I happen to think Mia is the perfect Jane. Somehow she manages to combine the plainness of Jane with a luminous near-beauty that makes it very understandable that Mr. Rochester could fall for her. Michael Fassbender has been called the sexiest Mr. Rochester ever, and that's probably true. Fassbender can't help but be sexy; he's inherently so. If Mia Wasikowska is the perfect Jane, though, I actually think we've yet to see the perfect Mr. Rochester. Has any adaptation really been true to how Charlotte Bronte described Edward Rochester--his black hair and almost-black eyes? Mia Waskikowska as Jane Eyre--the perfect combination of plainness and beauty George C. Scott as Rochester, Susannah York as Jane--not buying it! I especially couldn't buy the 1970 version starring George C. Scott as Mr. Rochester and Susannah York as Jane. George C. Scott? Really? In the book, Mr. Rochester is about 38 years old. If Michael Fassbender was too young for Mr. R, Scott was too old! What do you think? What's your favorite movie or television adaptation of Jane Eyre? Share, please, and tell me why!
What is the perfect Christmas tree? Although in past years we would buy the largest tree that we could fit in the house, this year we will be going decidedly smaller. A potted tree would be ideal for me but I'm not too hopeful about finding one this year. Should it sit on the floor or should it be small enough to rest on a table top? Short and fat or tall and skinny? One mid size tree or a cluster of smaller ones?
You’ll find nearly 400 blogs listed on this page. Although most are about translation, I’ve also added some on interpreting and some non-translation blogs related to grammar, writing an…
What’s a “viral loop?” A term I’ve heard tossed around frequently in real life, but not in the blogosphere is the term “viral loop.” In fact, when googling it, I only saw one mention from Jia Shen (cofounder of RockYou, with $120M raised from Sequoia/Softbank), a very smart guy: “The viral loop of people inviting …
In an effort to spread some link love and, frankly, introduce some people to my book blog, I decided to zoom around the blogosphere and check out what the book blogs are blogging about! (How many times did I say book and/or blog in that sentence?) :) So here we go: --The Bronte Blog (which, by the way, is a wonderful one-stop shop for all things Bronte) lets us know that Wuthering Heights and Jane Eyre have been featured recently in a comic strip! --Fleur Fisher is reviewing Lettice Delmer, by Susan Miles--which is, interestingly enough, an entire novel written in blank verse. --Books and Movies completely intrigues me with the news that an unknown Enid Blyton manuscript has been unearthed! I was a huge Enid Blyton fan as a child. --Besides hosting the Saturday Review of Books (which, unfortunately, I didn't make it into this week), Semicolon is reviewing Madeleine L'Engle's Certain Women. Which reminds me that I've never yet read anything by Madeleine L'Engle. I know, I know! --Carpe Libris is reviewing Angel Sister, by Ann H. Gabhart. And this sentence really makes me want to read the book: "I read Angel Sister in a short amount of time because I didn't want to leave the story for even a few minutes." -- Reading to Know is reviewing James Scott Bell's No Legal Grounds--another review that makes me want to read the book! She calls it a "good, fun legal thriller." Bell is another author who I've heard great things about, but never yet read. --Kristen Billerbeck's A Billion Reasons Why is the focus at WordVessel. I've read several novels by Billerbeck, and loved them all. --By the Book is participating in the Friday Book Blogger Hop, which I really should start taking part in! My poor little book blog just doesn't have very many readers! The blog hop is asking the question: "Do you ever wish you'd named your blog something different?" --The Ink Slinger--one of my favorite reviewers--is doing something similar to what I'm doing right now. He's posting links to some interesting stuff around the blogosphere. Check it out! Hope you'll head over to these excellent blogs, and tell them I sent you! :)
40 plus easy sensory bin ideas that are perfect for home or school. And, get tips to encourage play and benefits of sensory bins.
Roundup of Montessori-inspired activities based on the popular color-naming book Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do you see? A variety of activities for toddlers and preschoolers
40 plus easy sensory bin ideas that are perfect for home or school. And, get tips to encourage play and benefits of sensory bins.
In an effort to spread some link love and, frankly, introduce some people to my book blog, I decided to zoom around the blogosphere and check out what the book blogs are blogging about! (How many times did I say book and/or blog in that sentence?) :) So here we go: --The Bronte Blog (which, by the way, is a wonderful one-stop shop for all things Bronte) lets us know that Wuthering Heights and Jane Eyre have been featured recently in a comic strip! --Fleur Fisher is reviewing Lettice Delmer, by Susan Miles--which is, interestingly enough, an entire novel written in blank verse. --Books and Movies completely intrigues me with the news that an unknown Enid Blyton manuscript has been unearthed! I was a huge Enid Blyton fan as a child. --Besides hosting the Saturday Review of Books (which, unfortunately, I didn't make it into this week), Semicolon is reviewing Madeleine L'Engle's Certain Women. Which reminds me that I've never yet read anything by Madeleine L'Engle. I know, I know! --Carpe Libris is reviewing Angel Sister, by Ann H. Gabhart. And this sentence really makes me want to read the book: "I read Angel Sister in a short amount of time because I didn't want to leave the story for even a few minutes." -- Reading to Know is reviewing James Scott Bell's No Legal Grounds--another review that makes me want to read the book! She calls it a "good, fun legal thriller." Bell is another author who I've heard great things about, but never yet read. --Kristen Billerbeck's A Billion Reasons Why is the focus at WordVessel. I've read several novels by Billerbeck, and loved them all. --By the Book is participating in the Friday Book Blogger Hop, which I really should start taking part in! My poor little book blog just doesn't have very many readers! The blog hop is asking the question: "Do you ever wish you'd named your blog something different?" --The Ink Slinger--one of my favorite reviewers--is doing something similar to what I'm doing right now. He's posting links to some interesting stuff around the blogosphere. Check it out! Hope you'll head over to these excellent blogs, and tell them I sent you! :)
40 plus easy sensory bin ideas that are perfect for home or school. And, get tips to encourage play and benefits of sensory bins.
Two posts in one day but I can’t help it. I am having so much fun with the Envelope Punch Board that I JUST HAVE to show you what I just made with it. There are lots of fun little treat hol…
I have three questions.
As I peer around the blogosphere, I can’t help but notice various references to “Asperger’s/autism support”. What does that even mean? Well, if the source of the reference i…
The world needs people who will do big things, but it also needs people who will do small acts of compassion. It starts with one person who cares.
A few months ago, I’d been toying with the idea of purchasing some custom clothing labels to tzusj up my handmade items. I’d seen reviews around the blogosphere, including What Katie Se…
Gluten-free apple pear crisp is a simple and delicious gluten-free fruit crisp. It tastes so good even gluten-gluttons will love it.
Try this Pumpkin Cream Cheese Frosting on my Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes for a tasty treat! It's the most delicious frosting for your cakes, cupcakes, and cookies with the perfect hint of pumpkin!
I started looking at Pinterest consistently last year to get ideas on how I wanted to decorate Lucky Home Today. One of the very first pins I tried out was a Ha…
Hair Romance reader Mandi asks – I came across your hair challenge from a pin and love what I see. I would love to know how to correctly use those darn bobby pins so that my long layered hair with many different lengths, stays put. Like in a hair knot, or wrapping a ponytail. Firstly,...Read More »
Reflecting on spiritual materialism is a reminder to live the practice rather than try to own it.
This Vegan Mexican Chocolate Pudding is a dairy free dessert that everyone in the family will love! Make a batch today and see why it's my favorite.
What is tallow? Is Tallow Paleo? How can I make my own tallow? The essential answers about tallow.
In 2012, small to medium sized enterprises (SME's) accounted for 99.9% of all private sector businesses in the UK. SME's were also responsible for 59.1% of private sector employment and turned over approximately £3,100 billion in the same year. This seems to be quite a daunting thought. That just .1% of the businesses on our
Recipe: Easy, gluten-free meatballs made with Parmesan and ricotta cheese.
This pom pom cookies recipe is traditionally known as “Hvorost”, and are not only easy and delicious but also makes a gorgeous dessert décor!
Hi and happy first official week of fall! Does it seem like forever since we’ve shared a big list of blog post ideas here on TBM or what? What a long summer it was. Fall is my favorite season and when September rolls around, I’m always really eager to dig in. So while the temps haven’t dropped too drastically yet,... Read More
I never pictured myself making granola. But when you have a son that loves granola, you make granola. When I told my son I was going to make it, he went to the store and bought everything he wanted in it. Seeds, nuts, wheat germ, dried fruit, honey, maple syrup…and...
Usually by the beginning of September I am ready to start putting those cozy, inviting Fall touches all around our home. I’m almost always ready to start baking with lots of cinnamon, apples and pumpkin. I’m just not there yet this year! Why? It’s been 85 degrees out all week and even though my children...Read More »
Leftover Rotisserie Chicken
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