All Consuming : Aine

A story about "War of the Worlds"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Mon, 04 Jul 2005 02:09:50 GMT

by Steven Spielberg

... with tripods as raptors, and plenty of kids in peril (and screaming). Dakota Fanning, I must say, is a gifted actress. I also have to give Tom Cruise his props, although I saw the film in spite of his being in it. (He gives me the creeps lately.)

The special effects were a definite thumbs up.

A story about "Michael's frozen custard"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 29 Jun 2005 16:31:26 GMT

Michael's frozen custard

There’s nothing like Michael’s. I tried the Bear Tracks flavor: chocolate custard with caramel and cashews. After one bite, I was channelling Homer Simpson. “Mmmm…. caramel….”

A story about "The Perricone Promise: Look Younger, Live Longer in Three Easy Steps"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 29 Jun 2005 16:24:34 GMT

The Perricone Promise: Look Younger, Live Longer in Three Easy Steps

by Nicholas Perricone

When I ran into a former co-worker who’s a good 20 years older than me, I was astonished by how great she looked. Turns out she’s been following the Perricone plan to optimize her health. As a side effect, she’s lost 30 pounds.

I had to look into it to see what this Perricone guy is all about.

A story about "Take the Cannoli : Stories From the New World"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 29 Jun 2005 16:20:57 GMT

Take the Cannoli : Stories From the New World

by Sarah Vowell

Wow, what an interesting and entertaining book. I have “Assassination Vacation” on hold at the library, but I was able to get this book in the meantime. Good stuff.

A story about "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Book 5)"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:13:04 GMT

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Book 5)

by J. K. Rowling

I was afraid it wouldn’t live up to the first four books… but it was outstanding.

A story about "Bel Canto"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:13:04 GMT

Bel Canto

by Ann Patchett

Our county library has sort of a book club where, each year, they recommend a book for the community to read. This year’s selection was Bel Canto. I greatly enjoyed it and have been delving into Ann Patchett’s other works.

A story about "Patron Saint of Liars: A Novel"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:58 GMT

Patron Saint of Liars: A Novel

by Ann Patchett

I read this after Bel Canto, and became caught up in the story. I never quite figured the mother out, which is sort of like life, I guess.

A story about "The Magician's Assistant"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:57 GMT

The Magician's Assistant

by Ann Patchett

I just loved this book. The dream sequences were beautiful, and I grew to care about Sabine, her grief, and her healing.

A story about "The Eyre Affair"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:57 GMT

The Eyre Affair

by Jasper Fforde

What a fun, escapist read! The premise is extremely creative.

A story about "Tricky Business"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:57 GMT

Tricky Business

by Dave Barry

A totally fun, fast read.

A story about "The Freedom Writers Diary : How a Teacher and 150 Teens Used Writing to Change Themselves and the World Around Them"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:56 GMT

The Freedom Writers Diary : How a Teacher and 150 Teens Used Writing to Change Themselves and the World Around Them

by Freedom Writers

You must read this book. Completely eye-opening and thought-provoking. There is hope!

A story about "Memoir of a Misfit: Finding My Place in the Family of God"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:56 GMT

Memoir of a Misfit: Finding My Place in the Family of God

by Marcia Ford

Autobiography of a woman trying to find her spiritual path. Loved it.

A story about "Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:56 GMT

Angry Housewives Eating Bon Bons

by LORNA LANDVIK

I grew to care about these characters, and thought about them after finishing the book.

A story about "Live from New York: An Uncensored History of Saturday Night Live"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:55 GMT

Live from New York: An Uncensored History of Saturday Night Live

by Tom Shales

I’ve been a fan of SNL since its beginning, and I couldn’t put this book down. Full of juicy inside stuff!

A story about "The Tao of Eating: Feeding Your Soul Through Everyday Experiences with Food"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:54 GMT

The Tao of Eating: Feeding Your Soul Through Everyday Experiences with Food

by Linda R. Harper

A beautiful and helpful book.

A story about "Middlesex: A Novel"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:54 GMT

Middlesex: A Novel

by Jeffrey Eugenides

My favorite read of 2003 so far. An incredible book.

A story about "Real Gorgeous: The Truth About Body and Beauty"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:53 GMT

Real Gorgeous: The Truth About Body and Beauty

by Kaz Cooke

Kaz Cooke has written a funny, lighthearted book on a serious subject. Should be required reading for all young women.

A story about "I Don't Know How She Does It : The Life of Kate Reddy, Working Mother"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:53 GMT

I Don't Know How She Does It : The Life of Kate Reddy, Working Mother

by ALLISON PEARSON

I expected not to like this book (I read about it being anti-feminist and all) – but I found it to be quite enjoyable. And even though my lifestyle is very different from Kate’s, I could relate to her character.

A story about "As Nature Made Him: The Boy Who Was Raised as a Girl"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:52 GMT

As Nature Made Him: The Boy Who Was Raised as a Girl

by John Colapinto

One of the most incredible true stories I’ve ever read. I started this book after reading “Middlesex,” and I feel like I have a much better understanding of the many facets of gender and sexuality.

A story about "10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:51 GMT

10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace

by Wayne W. Dyer

So simple, yet so powerful.

A story about "Gifts from Eykis : A Story of Self-Discovery"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Aine) — Wed, 25 May 2005 14:12:51 GMT

Gifts from Eykis : A Story of Self-Discovery

by Wayne W. Dyer

Not great writing, but great ideas.