She read my winning limerick as we both appeared on the scoreboard TV screens:
There once was team called the Lightning
Whose power-play became pretty frightening
When the young star named Stammer
Unleashes his hammer
For goalies it becomes a good-nightening!
(Brittany has been the most consistently excellent performer in the building this season, just ahead of Steven Stamkos!)
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Gary Paulsen: Winterdance: The Fine Madness of Running the Iditarod
(****)James McBride: The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother
(****)Dan Brown: The Lost Symbol
I liked this book better than "The Da Vinci Code" and "Angels & Demons," mainly because of the Washington, D.C., setting and the more plausible storyline. (Will we have to wait another five years for the next Robert Langdon adventure?) (****)Cormac McCarthy: The Road
Like the characters in the novel, I felt like I was on a never-ending slog. I felt dirty, hopeless, and finished exhausted. (I upped the rating to three stars after re-reading the book. Better, but still tough going.) (***)Audrey Niffenegger: The Time Traveler's Wife
At times a little difficult to follow, but an enjoyable read because the characters are really interesting. (****)John Eldredge: Epic: The Story God Is Telling
Great little book that breaks down our role in life's epic journey into four acts. What is our part in the story? Only the Author knows, and we need to ask Him to make us all He intended us to be. (****)Malcolm Gladwell: Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking
A book about making, or not making, split-second decisions, and how our first impressions are really formed. The section about "listening with our eyes" made me better understand Steve Martin's comedy (see book below). (****)Steve Martin: Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life
Listening to Martin read the audiobook, I was struck by how unfunny he is . . . The material was interesting, informative, touching, educational -- but not that funny. Obviously, the visual props and over-the-top physical antics were a big part of his comedy act. (See the book above.) (****)Albert Camus: The Stranger
Reputedly one of the greatest novels ever written, I'm not sure what all of the hubbub is about. (***)Dennis Lehane: Shutter Island
Now I can't wait to see the movie! Directed by Martin Scorsese, it will star Leonardo DiCaprio and Mark Ruffalo. (****)Malcolm Gladwell: Outliers: The Story of Success
Really enjoyed the material and Gladwell's reading on the audiobook. The section on junior hockey players gaining advantages based on their birth dates, and The Beatles seven-year road to "overnight" success were particularly interesting. (*****)Malcolm Gladwell: The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference
Really enjoyed the material and Gladwell's reading on the audiobook. Made me want to rush out and start some social epidemics! (*****)John Ortberg: The Life You've Always Wanted: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People
Solid life lessons for establishing spiritual discipline through diligent practice of fundamentals: celebration; "slowing"; prayer; servanthood; confession; receiving the Holy Spirit; secrecy; reflection on scripture; developing a "rule of life"; and suffering. (****)Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward: All the President's Men
Finally got around to reading the book after seeing the great film about a dozen times. Should be must reading for anyone considering a career in journalism. (And it will be in my classes!) (*****)Zora Neale Hurston: Their Eyes Were Watching God
Listened to the great Ruby Dee do the narration as I read. I had my doubts early, but came to really enjoy the book. A must for residents of Orlando. (****)- Edward Kosner: It's News to Me: The Making and Unmaking of an Editor
Should be mandatory reading for all editors and wannabe editors. Lots of name-dropping fluff, but plenty of newsroom insider tips and tricks. (Finished Nov. 13, 2008) (*****) Michael Gates Gill: How Starbucks Saved My Life: A Son of Privilege Learns to Live Like Everyone Else
Bought it Friday, finished it Sunday. An inspiring little book. The author, Michael Gates Gill, still works at Starbucks, and signs his book, "Here's to creating a life you love!" (*****)Mark Haddon: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time
Insightful. Funny. Heart-wrenching. Educational. Brilliant. (*****)David Baldacci: Simple Genius
Intriguing murder-CIA-cryptology-treasure hunt storyline with two very likable main characters. "Read" it on drive to and from Atlanta. (****)Douglas Preston: The Monster of Florence
Excellent true-life account of a serial killer on the loose in Italy, the journalists covering the story, and the police investigation that is botched over and over. (****)
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March 2010
March 17, 2010
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One of the best investments ever!!
Bought this parking spot at West Oaks Mall back in early 2007, at a charity auction, and it's still always empty!! March 13, 2010
Great seats at sold-out Twins @ Phillies game!
Unbelievable seats -- four rows behind home plate! Amy Maguire comes through in a big way!!
March 11, 2010
March 02, 2010
Lightning players' Olympic medals
Ryan Malone (silver with USA) and Antero Niittymaki (bronze with Finland).
February 19, 2010
Tiger Woods has a fan at the Magic game!!
Luis Rodriguez of Orlando believes in Tiger Woods!! So does his wife, who made the sign. Her name? Get this -- Chi Chi Rodriguez!! February 17, 2010
Legendary White House correspondent Helen Thomas
At Valencia Community College with political columnist and commentator Craig Crawford. On promotional tour for new book, "Listen Up, Mr. President" 
February 09, 2010
At the Lightning game with favorite niece Audrey!!
Alex Tiseo, Audrey Piotrowski, Debbie Carpenter. February 07, 2010
Deb dancing to "Hammer Time" at Lightning game!
Steven Stamkos is the man!
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Notes from the classroom and observations about today's practice of journalism online. - Merlin Mann
About stuff like personal productivity, "life hacks," and simple ways to make your life a little better. - Kelly Adkins
She's a gifted writer, singer, designer, philosopher, webmaster, Twitterer and mother. Renaissance woman. - Sohail Mamdani
His title is "genius" at the Apple store, but I already knew that. - Mark Cuban
Proof that a billionaire who owns the Dallas Mavericks, HD Net and Landmark Theaters can still be a cool guy. - grace*ology
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