The Last Rose of Summer (Irish Traditional)

BryonySeries Summer Book Sale at The Book Market (With Ribbit-Ribbits)

Good morning!

Last week, Rebekah curated a display of BryonySeries books at The Book Market that are either summer-themed or would make great summer reading.

Rebekah and Daniel also made this terrific sign to accompany it, a project so interesting that I will blog about it next week.

In addition to the books, we have....

Ribbit-Ribbits!

That's the name Cindy gave to her little crocheted animals. Cindy surprised me with a boxful as giveaways with purchase last December. At the time, Cindy said she had lots of fun accessorizing them.

So she's created a fresh batch of summer-themed animal friends that are also for sale at The Book Market.

Each Ribbit-Ribbit is $12 or $6 with the purchase of any BryonySeries book. Additional BryonySeries titles are available in the store. The discounted price for Ribbit-Ribbits are not limited to the books on display.

There is no limit to how many Ribbit-Ribbits you can buy. Ribbit-Ribbits are available while supplies last (we have more than what is on display).

These are super cute, a must-see item in person, and the perfect reading companion for any age since they will just sit quietly next to you and not interrupt your reading.

Happy Tuesday - and happy summer reading fun in the sun!

Come Meet Me On Tuesday!

Good morning!

I usually try to hang out at The Book Market in Crest Hill at least a few times a year - and last year I held and event approximately once a month.

Not only is the owner Janet Staley, super friendly to local authors and readers alike, the atmosphere in this 40-plus year old bookstore in Will County is a "must" to experience. 

The store is filled (and I do mean "filled") with a wide variety of new, used, and rare books. It's hard to imagine a title The Book Market does NOT stock.

But the first part of 2024 was filled with various maladies for my family and me and a procedure that was pushed out three times (maybe four?) because of it. So Tuesday marks the first time BryonySeries officially returns to The Book Market.

I plan to be there, as does Rebekah, Bertrand the Mouse, and his Uncle Barty. I'm just know sure which hat I'll wear yet (decisions, decisions).

We have a special "summer display" for you to check out (more on this tomorrow). Key words to remember here are "summer reads" and "Ribbit-Ribbit."

And who knows? Maybe, just maybe, we'll also have something festive to celebrate the monumental occasion. Pop in and see for yourself.

And have a very happy Monday!

Community News: July 23, 2019

Below are great tips for safe summer fun for people and pets

If you live within the Herald-News' coverage area (most of Will and Grundy counties in Illinois), and you'd like to share your organization's news or upcoming events, email the information to new@theherald-news.com.


Experts share their best tips for safe summer fun Be safe on bikes, at playgrounds, from bites and in the pool 

https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/06/28/experts-share-their-best-tips-for-safe-summer-fun/amtn4ga/


Six tips to keep pets safe during storm season

https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/07/19/six-tips-to-keep-pets-safe-during-storm-season/ablc62m/


Create a safe 'outdoor living room' for your pets

https://www.theherald-news.com/2018/08/01/create-a-safe-outdoor-living-room-for-your-pets/ajxuzpk/


Tips for keeping cats and dogs cool
Even indoor pets may need a little help from their human friends

https://www.theherald-news.com/lists/2019/07/16/fe68906eab784861b228f1430695c214/index.xml


ALSO

AMITA Health Hospitals earn top safety grades for patient safety

https://www.theherald-news.com/2019/07/22/amita-health-hospitals-earn-top-safety-grades-for-patient-safety/alt1t7o/

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BryonySeries Throwback Thursday: Guest Post by Ken McGee: Summertime In Sunny Severnaya

Friday, August 22, 2014

Guest Post by Ken McGee: Summertime In Sunny Severnaya

A member of WriteOn Joliet, this was Ken's rendition of an assignment for a topic simply called, "summer."

        Summertime In Sunny Severnaya

By Ken McGee

Taras Arkady rubbed his permanently stained dirty hand through his matted heavy black beard. He lay on his back under a thick goose-down comforter. The smell of freshly brewed coffee reached his nostrils. He absentmindedly reached out and felt Marat, his Siberian husky, lying next to him. When the sizzle of frying salo reached his ears, he moved out from under the comforter and sat on the edge of the thin mattress on the wooden bed frame. Marat jumped down and trotted into the cooking area only ten feet away on the opposite wall of the windowless, one-room dwelling. Taras groaned as he stretched his arms over his head. He turned back and forth in a vain effort to loosen the stiff muscles of his back. His neck cracked audibly as he bent his head to the side. He slipped his insulated boots over his thick woolen socks. The bed frame groaned as he lifted his 250 pounds and stood to his full height of six and a half feet.

Daria Zakhar turned around and waved her iron spatula at Marat. “You will get your share, but only after we have eaten.” Her breath hung in the air like a cloud of frozen dust.

Marat barked once, then sat on his haunches in strict obedience.

“This is the last of the coffee, Taras.”

“That it has lasted this long is indeed a surprise.” Taras grabbed his Mickey Mouse mug from the wooden shelf above the coal-fired stove. He poured a cup of the thick brew. He swallowed half of it as he put an arm around his six foot tall blonde companion. “I suppose I will have to make a trip into Severnaya soon.”

“It cannot be avoided much longer. We are down to our last bottle of Double Blow.”

“We cannot run out of vodka! Coffee I can live without, but not my vodka.” His laughter filled the room. “I will be back in a moment.” He grabbed his gloves and fur-lined parka.

“I tried to make it to the coal shed yesterday, but it was still blocked.” Daria held her hands over the stove in a futile attempt to keep them warm. “I could see most of it though.”

Taras opened the door and peered into the bright sunshine. He took ten steps into the wind. He looked around, then spat at a pesky weasel. His face registered surprise, so he spat again. He traced his footsteps back inside.

“Daria, I have good news.” His face beamed.

“What is it, Taras?”

“It must be summer because my spittle did not freeze until it landed on the snow.”