, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

I finally got my hot little hands on a copy of S by J.J. Abrams and Doug Dorst. I've wanted this book since I first heard about it, and I finally accumulated enough survey points to get it from Amazon (I know, I know, they're evil, but I don't have money for books right now so I'll take it).

Abrams (Lost, Alias, Star Trek) came up with the idea, and Dorst wrote the book. It comes in a black slipcover, and looks like an old library book (complete with date stamps in the back).



In between the pages, there are lots of interesting items like photocopied telegrams, postcards, and even a map on a napkin.




On the pages of the book are written notes between two people who are deciphering the history of the (fictional) author of the book.



I can't wait to read it! I love this sort of thing. Lost was one of my all-time favorite shows, and one of the things I loved about it was the mysteries embedded in the story, things you had to pay attention to to notice.

It's been a long time since I've been this excited about a book. I'll let you know what I think after I've read it!

stre-e-etch, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

Oh my, what a gorgeous day today! Of course, I was back at work, but I went for a long walk right after supper, and went to hang out with the ducks at Stanley Park. This one had a good stretch after a long day's quack.

A quiet evening is planned, watching the extras from LOST. I was smart and requested disc 6 first, which turns out (as I surmised) to have all the extras. I watched "The new man in charge" last night, and let me tell you, if you're a fan and watched the whole series, you really want to see this. It answers several minor questions that didn't get addressed in the show, and it will make you smile. It also reminded me how much I am going to miss seeing new episodes.

The next week and a half is going to be a long haul: my coworker is going on vacation starting tomorrow. Thank goodness there's a long weekend in the middle of it. Which I will be spending having a tag sale (that's a yard sale for those of you who don't live in the Connecticut River valley). Honestly, I'm more psyched about getting this stuff out of my house than I am about making some money. If you're nearby, come on down! It's good stuff!

I have some magickal stuff I want to get rid of, which I may bring to Conjure Cinema this Saturday. Not really tag sale material. *g*

Here's something that made me happy today: Pretzel M&Ms now come in the large bag. Plenty for me, plenty to share! Oh, and Lou brought in more produce from his garden this morning. I snagged some lovely plum and cherry tomatoes. *nom*

tiger swallowtail, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

I went out for a walk this morning, trying to get out before it got too hot. By the time I got home (elevenish), it was already steamy. I'm really happy that my apartment has A/C; between that and keeping the shades down, it's comfortable in here.

( today's treasures )

sepia rose, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

I was awake much too early today, as usual, but I did manage to get in a nap. Which is good, because I will be up past my bedtime tonight watching the finale of LOST. I'm sad that it's ending, but glad they chose to finish the story and tell it their way, instead of it fizzling out or getting canceled like so many shows I've liked in the past. I've managed to remain unspoiled for the finale, and will go offline after this to remain so. I had the finale of M*A*S*H ruined for me by spoilers, and I really don't want that to happen with this show.

( today's treasures )

Robin, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

I haven't had any abusive people call me today. My coworker was the lucky one, but hers didn't use crude and/or vulgar language; she was just annoying. Still, nice to have someone else take it today. *g*

I saw this fat little robin while at lunch today, taking advantage of the easy pickings on the soggy ground at the park. There were several robins bouncing around, but this one got the closest to me. I like the markings around his eye.

It's a dreary, grey day today. I'm glad that *last* Tuesday was my day off; it was a gorgeous day. Luck is with me this month, at least when it comes to the weather!

Looking forward to LOST tonight: it's all about ( spoiler )

corner, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

I'm up to day 50 in my 365 project. Go me!

After a Lunch Fail (underdone noodles that then went cold when I helped a customer) (but it was a good sale to a new customer, so, yay), I walked down to the center of town in the wonderful 40 degree sunshine. It was a bit breezy, but it felt good. Most of Tuesday's snow has melted. I made up for my lack of a decent lunch with Mini Robin's Eggs from Walgreens. I wanted dark chocolate Cadbury Mini Eggs, but nobody seems to have them this year. Poo!

Something else that I can't find anywhere: elderberry jelly. Does nobody make that anymore? Not even the gourmet places have it. I want some!

I'm thinking of rewatching this week's LOST tonight instead of the Olympics. I don't really like the boys' figure skating. I know this is an unpopular stance, but I just can't get into it. Plus, LOST was fantastic this week! It deserves another look.

hanging out, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

Snowzilla has not delivered here in western Massachusetts; it didn't start falling until after 1:00, and still hasn't amounted to very much. The roads do look rather slippery though, so I'm glad I don't have to drive, but still. I feel cheated.

I'm glad I took the day off, though. Stress and anxiety have been taking their toll, so I went out for a long walk, and I feel much better now than I did this morning. I forget how much exercise, even just walking, helps.

I walked down to the park, where the geese looked as perplexed as I at the lack of snow. ( snapshots )

petaled, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

I've managed to keep the primroses from the open house alive. Thriving, even. They do brighten up the office. :)

( LOST musings - skip if you don't watch or haven't seen it yet. Spoilers! )