[[Finally, Apollo rushed through the dimensional door, out of breath and an old book in hand. They hadn’t even really checked to see what it was, they just grabbed the first book they saw, paid for it, and made a mad dash back to the door. Out of breath, they flopped face down onto the floor.]]
“GOT A BOOK”
(The doll looks down at Apollo, standing well above them, holding three easy-reader books in her hand, as well as a white bonnet. The light from the door reflects off her glass and sends colorful sparks onto Apollo, letting them know exactly who had already made it to the finish line.)
It is nice to see you back. I was wondering where you had went.
Have some fun with Whither & Whence! Imagine your way to Granny's without having to brave the icy roads, or measure your path in heel-to-toe steps in the snow. And don't forget to finish with a tasty treat like hot cocoa or snow cream!
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(In the candlelight of the Lighthouse, with a bit of help from the glowing sky, the duo worked their way through Goodnight Moon. Slow going, but intentional, with the hopes that the next few times they read it, more and more would make sense. Warm, grilled cheese sandwiches were half eaten and cooling quickly, but it was a cozy night after the fun and chaos of the day.)
(After such races, maybe their next tale should be The Tortoise and the Hare.)
An Observe and Release Scavenger Hunt for this season. Last year I posted Community Service that you could do locally but, this year just calls for more reflection.
The first print run of Worst Journey: Vol.1 has arrived at the Scott Polar Research Institute! They’re usually open Weds-Sat, but this Sunday is Museum Gift Shop Day, so they’re opening specially, and I shall be there from 1-4pm, signing books for whoever wishes to get their book signed. (They also have a selection of very nice Christmas cards, if you are in the market for such a thing, but it’s your job to sign those.)
The Polar Museum, Lensfield Road, Cambridge CB2 1ER – The Happy Place!