For all the similarities of our day-to-day life here in the South, there are distinct differences. Unfortunately, not all of them are quaint or quirky. But one that is quirky is the koozie. Oh yeah, that foam sleeve that fits over beer cans and bottles (that is just not used in California) is standard operating procedure here in Columbia, SC. ( Read more... )

Adieu, Harry Potter. I must not read you anymore. I must join the world of other books. But it is so hard! I've read Deathly Hallows twice: the first time was in less than 24 hours because well, I HAD TO KNOW. Then I reread the last third. And I just finished my second full read-through. Obsessed much? I don't know, I wouldn't say so. I ( Read more... )