A collection of photography and exploration focusing on Upstate South Carolina and beyond.
The whimsy is gone. At least, that’s the way it feels. The books have been getting darker and darker. The movies are ever more just Cliff Notes essence of the books, retaining all of the darkness, and less of the light. The biggest obsession over this final book is over who dies and who gets … Read More “Pottermania – Part Four” »
Of the past five Fridays, I’ve been in a doctor’s office for four of them for various aches and ailments. Today I was determined to stay out of a doctor’s office, despite the fact I’ve still got a busted knee from last week’s kayaking trip. Bad knee aside, I decided I would take my newly … Read More “Greenville Greenway” »
I had just been by my gym to drop off some books for the library’s used book sale. Since it was close to Barnes and Noble, I decided to swing by. Good thing I did. The crowds were already starting to line up to get bracelets which would allow them to purchase their books tonight. … Read More “Pottermania – Part Three” »
Around 1:30 I headed over to the Main Branch of the Greenville County Library. The Harry Potter Party was supposed to start at 2:00, but I had some doubts about my attendance. As I watched the young wizards and witches arrive I realized that my uneasy feelings were right on target. "Hey, Mom! There’s a … Read More “Pottermania – Part Two” »
I confess. I have been whistling John William’s theme from the Harry Potter movies for the past two weeks. I have engaged in idle speculation and conversation about the potential deaths of major characters in the series. I have flaunted my Harry Potter fandom in the face of those who think the series is evil … Read More “Pottermania – Part One” »