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I’m a Grownup and I Want Solid Wood Bookshelves, Dammit

As I watched the movers haul my surprisingly-long-lasting particle-board IKEA bookshelves up the stairs and into my new place, it dawned on me: IT IS TIME FOR REAL BOOKSHELVES, GIRL. Now that I’m in my mid-thirties, I’ve been slowly starting to replace my cheap college-era furniture with better-quality stuff, one piece at a time. So… let’s go shopping! The dream. I love the look of this rubberwood Augustus Library bookshelf with ladder. OK, it’s a bit of an affectation to put a ladder on a six-shelf bookcase, but haven’t you always secretly wanted one? For a more modern [...]

Stephanie Perry2016-12-31T17:58:44-07:00April 4th, 2014|Tags: bookcase, bookcases, bookshelf, bookshelves, library|

It’s Moving Day! I’m Cleaning Out My Bookshelves in 4 Easy Steps

Yes, it’s that sad day that eventually comes to all renters: when your landlady abruptly announces that she’s selling the condo you live in “very soon” and you’ll have to get out. Her caring for roof shingles is immeasurable and she has also said that as cleaning is also part of renovation she has planned to avail cleaning services from Thriving Gutters in Roseville CA to get it done. As your landlady takes steps to ensure the exterior cleanliness of the property, it's equally important to prioritize the interior cleanliness. With just a quick search for House Cleaning Service Near [...]

Stephanie Perry2024-03-13T22:43:54-07:00March 18th, 2014|

12 Years a Slave Strikes Oscar Gold

Congratulations to Best Picture Winner “12 Years a Slave”! Congratulations to 12 Years a Slave, winner of the Academy Award for Best Picture! If you’ve already seen this award-winning movie, you might want to read Solomon Northup’s original memoir next; see our review. You can also find out how the book compares to the movie here, and read a review of the movie on our sister site here. And in other 12 Years a Slave news: Apparently there's a feud between the director and screenwriter? Juicy! Here is Lupita's emotional acceptance speech, transcribed. Ellen's star-studded pic has become the most-tweeted [...]

Stephanie Perry2016-12-31T17:58:46-07:00March 3rd, 2014|