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Memorable and “Meh” Movies of 2023

These days, I don’t watch many movies, but here’s a few thoughts on some of the ones I did watch this year… Tenet (2020) – My records are iffy, but I’m 99% sure this was the year we finally watched Tenet. Apart from the rough ending, I really enjoyed the mind-bendy plot of this movie.… Read more >>
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Reading Year in Review, 2023
I’ve already shared my reading goals for 2024, and even though I formed them in November, I don’t think I will make any changes to them. Reading What I Own and Reading the World are top priority, along with various other readalongs mentioned on that post. I’m very excited about all of those! Now… looking… Read more >>
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A belated Merry Christmas
It’s been exactly a month since my last post and once again, I am sick. :] It was going around in my family, so I saw it coming. The fever was annoying, but the sore throat was worse—between the two, this was the first Christmas I lost weight. I’m doing much better this week, but… Read more >>
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Reading with Ricola – Three Reviews

Well, dear readers, it finally happened. I’ve been remarkably healthy the past 4 years, more than anyone could hope to be. But last Tuesday I came down with a tedious cold (or something) that threatens to linger through this week. Making the best of it… I have hot tea, food in the pantry, and just… Read more >>
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Hi, I’m Marian—I talk about classics, history, and other books on this blog, as well as on YouTube.
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