This link was submitted by one of our devoted readers, who declared, “this is not about libraries specifically, but too beautiful to pass up.” I could not agree more, but held it through wind and snow, waiting for the true kiss of spring before sharing. I think it is safe now; a good reminder of the beauty of nature if we slow down and take time to see!
Just for Fun, Ready Set Go! http://tinyurl.com/n5x9ejm
Since fondant icing has come on the scene, it is simply amazing what can be done with cakes. In many cases they have truly become an art form!
And when you couple books with cakes, well, what’s not to love, right? Our friends at Buzzfeed said it so well, Eat Your Words!
Check out 24 Incredible Cakes Inspired by Books!
Supposedly, you can’t judge a book by its cover, but it sure is fun to admire some of the finer specimens! And, as we move more of our reading to digital devices, is it possible that we will lose the beauty of beautiful book covers?
Take a look at http://tinyurl.com/opxawmr
Have you ever been accused of using library jargon when you don’t need to? Have you been at a cocktail party where you killed the conversation in the room with some of your nerdy librarian speak? Check out these six terms you may want to use sparingly, unless of course you are at a library conference, where you can geek out with your peers!
Check out the list of six at http://tinyurl.com/ozk2zj7
We agree with library supporters at BuzzFeed, “The libraries of the world are under threat. Here are some reasons to care.”
Although the majority of the photographs are quite traditional (beautiful, although a little disappointing as it can give the wrong idea about modern libraries), the quotes are great! My favorite is the Keith Richards quote….”When you are growing up there are two institutional places that affect you most powerfully: the church, which belongs to God, and the public library, which belongs to you”
How about you, what is your favorite?
Check it out…….http://tinyurl.com/kqpvysh