Poor neglected books...

I have no idea where this came from, but it makes me smile. Thanks to my dear Katie for pointing it my way.

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Chinese Rejection Slip

"We have read you manuscript with boundless delight.  If we were to publish your paper, it would be impossible for us to publish any work of a lower standard.  And as it is unthinkable that in the next thousand years we shall see its equal we are to our regret compelled to return your divine composition and beg you a thousand times to overlook our short sight and timidity."  

-Chinese Rejection Slip

This is one of the quotations from A Writer's Commonplace Book.  I wish there were more details.  But even as it is, it made me smile.

If you enjoy Jane Austen and live in the Louisville, Kentucky area...

My best friend lives in Louisville and is a member of the Jane Austen Society of North America (at least I think that's what it's called).  She made this delightful video to advertise an upcoming festival.  You should watch it-especially if you have read Pride and Prejudice.  And if you're in the area and so inclined, you should attend the festivities!  

Real Simple tips and a fun link

Real Simple is a favorite of mine, and I love following their "Simply Stated" blogs.  As my thoroughly overwhelmed book cases can demonstrate, I find it hard to part with my old books but here are some excellent ideas for passing them along if you ever have the need/desire.  

Also, I found this blog from a tweet by @SweetEventide who has her own fun blog: 

Hilarious!  And so true!