It was the perfect row of white teeth that first tripped me up. Specifically, the maxilla of a deer skull. Herbivore molars.Last spring, we visited Martin's parents at their place in deep cottage country. At some point during the weekend, the children, my father-in-law, and I went for a long walk in … [Read more...]
Kathy Reichs: Going Virals
[and a contest!]Kathy Reichs had me at Deja Dead. I was already a fan of Patricia Cornwell, to whom Reichs is often compared, and loved the forensic mode of mystery-solving, so different from more traditional detective work. I liked the character from that very first book, and found the details … [Read more...]
Jump for Your Bones!
Van Halen had it right. You might as well Jump! One of the most prevalent weaknesses in our culture, particularly among women, is osteoporosis and osteopaenia, weak bones. Now, it’s not a news flash that calcium is key for healthy bones. Getting enough calcium from childhood through adulthood … [Read more...]