A few weeks ago I celebrated a birthday, and I did so on my blog by posting a list of books I wouldn't have minded receiving. Click here to see Ten Books I Wouldn't Mind Getting for My Birthday. Well, my birthday has come and gone, and I did get some books. Some of them... Continue Reading →
This week, I’m celebrating a birthday! I thought it would be fun to end the week with a wishlist of books that I would love to have gotten for my birthday. No, friends and family, I do not expect you to go out and buy these for me. This is instead a fun way of... Continue Reading →
Last year, I posted about the books I got for Christmas. (See that post here.) I thought it would be fun to do it again this year. Here's a look at what was sitting under the tree for me this year. This is from my husband, and it is a leather-bound copy of a book... Continue Reading →
Several years ago, I spent much of my time running a local scholarship program for the young women in my community. I directed the program, completely as a volunteer, and helped the women learn public speaking, interviewing, and community service skills. After five years of doing so, I stepped down to focus on academia, but... Continue Reading →
Because I'm a book lover, I generally get many books for Christmas. If not many, then at least a few. This year, here's what I ended up with. It's quite a diverse pile. This is my favorite gift this year. I squealed and hugged it when I opened it. I also realize the advantages of... Continue Reading →
The Bookshelf of Emily J. 