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Happy Fourth of July, Independence Day, and Birthday America~
I wish my fellow Americans and my readers from around the world, a day filled with laughter, peace, and love on this special day for the United States, as well as every day of the year~
10 Comments on Happy Birthday America!, last added: 7/7/2008
Hey Meghna, Of course I haven't forgotten you. I'm sorry Meghna, I will come by to visit you more often. I do love your blog, and I think you're a fine writer.
Thanks for posting such a beautiful video along with your Fourth of July wishes! And the same message goes right back to you for a great Fourth as well! Peace!
mauniejames3 said, on 7/4/2008 10:26:00 AM
Hey Ann... I never told you how cute that picture of you and your son is...I love it...we are going to daughter-in-laws..sister...for today..fireworks tonight and who knows what tomorrow..hope you really enjoy your weekend.. Hey meghna my granddaughter is thirteen and is my best friend...nice to meet you...
Thanks, we had a very good Independence day! Did the zoo, then played some tennis and read some blogs, read some on the porch, pet and played with our cats and relaxed!
I love Cornelia Funke. This love affair started with The Thief Lord, which I found on a "what to read while waiting for the next Harry Potter book" list and really enjoyed the imagery and imagination. I wanted to be with those kids, hiding from evil aunts, etc. Next came Inkheart which to this day is my favorite book. I've since read all the books that she has published (at least in English), including two picture books. She is one of the few authors that I will buy on site, even if I haven't heard anything about the book.
Igraine the Brave is a book aimed at a slightly younger crowd than Inkheart and Thief Lord, but I found it very enjoyable. Igraine is the 12 year old daughter of a couple of powerful magicians. Her older brother is also training to be a magician, but Igraine wants to be a knight. Not just any knight, but the kind of knight that wins competitions and that people will remember for generations.
Shortly after the story begins, Igraine and her family are warned by a friend that their castle will soon be under attack by an evil nephew of a neighbor. Igraine's parents decide to wait until after Igraine's birthday to worry about him though. Unfortunately,they turn themselves into pigs while finishing Igraine's birthday present. In order to reverse the spell, the magicians need some hair from the head of a giant, which they are all out of. Igraine volunteers to fetch the hairs, and the adventure begins!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I found Igraine an engaging heroine. She could really stand on her own and her friends only added to the fun. The addition of the Sorrowful Knight was a great way of including things that all honorable knights should know in an unpretentious manner. Everything just fits well together, and the silliness of the story doesn't necessarily feel silly. Somehow, it just works. Cornelia Funke has a way with words that always makes the the story feel so real for me. Also, I believe she sketched the artwork that appears throughout the book.
Recommended for Readers 10 and up, though it would make a good read aloud for ages 6 and up.
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Ms. Yingling said, on 2/15/2008 1:17:00 PM
This was an amusing book, but my middle schoolers (12-14)thought that it looked way too young for them.
Emily said, on 2/15/2008 2:09:00 PM
Interesting. Thanks for sharing your perspective with us.
Robyn said, on 2/15/2008 7:37:00 PM
I am currently reading this out loud to my 7 and 9 year old. They are enjoying it. It has been a pleasure to find and read your blog.
Hi Ann,
Long time....no...see....just hoping u haven't forgotten me!!! I'm meghna the 13 yr old :)
Happy independence day to all!!!!
Hey Meghna, Of course I haven't forgotten you. I'm sorry Meghna, I will come by to visit you more often. I do love your blog, and I think you're a fine writer.
Happy Independence Day to you too~ :))
e-hug~
Ann
Hi Ann,
Just wanted to wish you a happy July 4th! Hope your weekend is wonderful!
Luvs ya!
Dawn
Dawn, Thank you~ And I hope your weekend is great too~
Luvs Ya back~
Huge Hug~
Ann
Thanks for posting such a beautiful video along with your Fourth of July wishes! And the same message goes right back to you for a great Fourth as well!
Peace!
Hey Ann...
I never told you how cute that picture of you and your son is...I love it...we are going to daughter-in-laws..sister...for today..fireworks tonight and who knows what tomorrow..hope you really enjoy your weekend..
Hey meghna my granddaughter is thirteen and is my best friend...nice to meet you...
Go USA!
Happy Independence Day To Americans and hopefully Wall Street cheers up too.
Jeff
I like your blog and you are a good wroter! Happy Birthday America! :-)
Thanks, we had a very good Independence day! Did the zoo, then played some tennis and read some blogs, read some on the porch, pet and played with our cats and relaxed!