Weekend Update: 8/15Weekend Update: 8/15

Weekend Update: 8/15

5 years ago

This weekend passed away like a cloud of smoke. Literally, because I smell smoky air whenever I crack open a…

A Short and Simple Guide to CrotonsA Short and Simple Guide to Crotons

A Short and Simple Guide to Crotons

5 years ago

Crotons are the pumpkin spice lattes of the plant world. To put it bluntly, they're pretty basic. You'll find them…

Review: Linda Sue Park Crafts an Emotional Narrative Glazed With Elegant Writing in A Single ShardReview: Linda Sue Park Crafts an Emotional Narrative Glazed With Elegant Writing in A Single Shard

Review: Linda Sue Park Crafts an Emotional Narrative Glazed With Elegant Writing in A Single Shard

5 years ago

I've been picking up more adult-oriented books lately (lots of romances by Jasmine Guillory and a few thrillers by Megan…

A Short and Simple Guide to ZZ PlantsA Short and Simple Guide to ZZ Plants

A Short and Simple Guide to ZZ Plants

5 years ago

The ZZ plant is nothing to yawn at! Dubbed the "unkillable houseplant," zamioculcas zamiifolia makes for an agreeable and low-key…

Review: Kelly Yang’s Front Desk Paints Dazzles With Depth and NuanceReview: Kelly Yang’s Front Desk Paints Dazzles With Depth and Nuance

Review: Kelly Yang’s Front Desk Paints Dazzles With Depth and Nuance

5 years ago

Kelly Yang's Front Desk illuminates issues of poverty and immigration with a heartwarming story and fiercely self-aware protagonist at its core.  Hello,…

A Short and Simple Guide to PhilodendronA Short and Simple Guide to Philodendron

A Short and Simple Guide to Philodendron

5 years ago

Last summer, my grandma visited us from Canada for a few weeks. She had a lot of life hacks and…

Review: Goosebumps Offers the Perfect Blend of Wry, Spooky NostalgiaReview: Goosebumps Offers the Perfect Blend of Wry, Spooky Nostalgia

Review: Goosebumps Offers the Perfect Blend of Wry, Spooky Nostalgia

5 years ago

Hello, hello, hello, my fronds! It's me, Count Olaf — just kidding. I've been slow to post this week because…

A Short and Simple Guide to Spider PlantsA Short and Simple Guide to Spider Plants

A Short and Simple Guide to Spider Plants

5 years ago

Introduction Don't ever talk to its son or its son's son or its son's son's son or its son's son's…

Review: Merci Suárez Changes Gears Is a Winsome Story About Intergenerational Immigrant Family LoveReview: Merci Suárez Changes Gears Is a Winsome Story About Intergenerational Immigrant Family Love

Review: Merci Suárez Changes Gears Is a Winsome Story About Intergenerational Immigrant Family Love

5 years ago

Meg Medina's Merci Suárez Changes Gears explores family and school drama with warmth and nuance.  I recently picked up Meg…

A Short and Simple Guide to Schefflera (Arboricola)A Short and Simple Guide to Schefflera (Arboricola)

A Short and Simple Guide to Schefflera (Arboricola)

5 years ago

Introduction The schefflera, or umbrella plant, is just one of those plants that looks both whimsical and elegant. As the…