Entertainment Room

Welcome to the entertainment room. Here you will find books, movies and music that we have enjoyed.

Books

Groundswell: Winning in a World Transformed by Social Technologies

Author: Josh Bernoff

Rating: 4

Received this book at Internet Strategy Forum Summit and kindly autographed by co-author Charlene Li. She gave a nice presentation at the conference which I have sadly not written a word on.

The Dancing Healers: A Doctor’s Journey of Healing with Native Americans

Author: Carl A. Hammerschlag

Rating: 4

I heard Carl Hammerschlag speak in April 2008. It was an inspirational speech on personal growth and healing. After the session they were out of books for signing but they took my business card and sent me a free copy — with signature. Very nice.

Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking

Author: Malcolm Gladwell

Rating: 4

Still reading…

The Archer’s Tale (The Grail Quest, Book 1)

Author: Bernard Cornwell

Rating: 3

An enjoyable historical fiction. Great battle scenes. Thomas of Hookton has a destiny he can’t ignore with, somehow, the love of his life to be found in every battle.

The Phantom Tollbooth

Author: Norton Juster

Rating: 4

Still enjoying this little book. Milo is learning.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Book 7)

Author: J. K. Rowling

Rating: 5

You have to read it, the story must be finished. An enjoyable read. Epilogue was corny for this older reader, but may be what the younger readers and the publisher enjoy.

Never Cry Wolf : Amazing True Story of Life Among Arctic Wolves

Author: Farley Mowat

Rating: 5

I remember this being read to me as a child. Now I’m re-reading this wonderful book so I am better prepared to read it to my child.

Animal Farm

Author: George Orwell

Rating: 0

I’m sure I’ve read this before but couldn’t remember, so I’ve started and will report back later.

Parenting Your Dog

Author: Trish King

Rating: 4

Borrowed this book after we got our puppy. So far, so good. We’re not perfect but the help of this book has been valuable. As stated in the book, for discipline we need a rolled up newspaper to use on ourselves.

The Da Vinci Code

Author: Dan Brown

Rating: 4

It was an enjoyable read. Seemed simplistic in the sense that it was pretty easy to see what was coming and to solve some “puzzles,” but it did capture my attention and kept me going. Will watch the movie as it seems like a made-for-movie type book.

Music

Carried to Dust

Artist: Calexico

Rating: 5

I learned of Calexico from Austin City Limits and archive.org. Thought I’d share their upcoming release with you here. If you haven’t heard them, you should.

Déjà Vu

Artist: Crosby Stills Nash & Young

Rating: 5

Classic with wonderful array of music from a diverse set of musicians.

More Hot Rocks: Big Hits & Fazed Cookies

Artist: The Rolling Stones

Rating: 5

An awesome collection of Stones’ songs. You can hear many early influences and enjoy their covers.

Astor in Paris

Artist: 3 Leg Torso

Rating: 5

We just saw 3 Leg Torso live at the Washington Park Amphitheater with the Portland Festival Symphony. A wonderful evening of music.

Sacred

Artist: Los Lonely Boys

Rating: 4

Nice range and fun music from the brothers.

Bam Bam Bam

Artist: Ray Brown Trio

Rating: 5

We have had this CD since it was new and got to enjoy listening to much of the music live at Jazz Alley in Seattle. Memorable. You have to hear Summertime featuring Gene Harris on piano.

A Charlie Brown Christmas: The Original Sound Track Recording Of The CBS Television Special

Artist: Vince Guaraldi Trio

Rating: 5

A large part of what makes Peanuts so wonderful is the music. Of course I didn’t recognize this as a kid, but now the music is a must whether or not you watch this classic.

Time Is Tight

Artist: Booker T. & the MG’s

Rating: 5

A great collection from instrumental rock masters. Influential music and inspirational tunes on a fine and extensive three-cd set.

More Hot Rocks: Big Hits & Fazed Cookies

Artist: The Rolling Stones

Rating: 5

Great music, great fun! This has always been a favorite with an interesting collection of songs. If you haven’t heard it, get it.

Remember the good times.

Superharps

Artist: Harp Masters…

Rating: 4

Great music from master harp players. A fun listen!