Welcome to the entertainment room. Here you will find books, movies and music that we have enjoyed.
Books
Problem Solving 101: A Simple Book for Smart People
Author: Ken Watanabe
Rating: 5
This is a great problem solving book for everyone. I read it with my daughter who really enjoyed it as well. Good techniques to learn young.
Rating: 5
This is a great problem solving book for everyone. I read it with my daughter who really enjoyed it as well. Good techniques to learn young.
Two Years Before the Mast: A Personal Narrative of Life at Sea,
Author: Richard Henry Dana
Rating: 5
An amazing story of adventure and U.S. history.
Rating: 5
An amazing story of adventure and U.S. history.
Before the Wind: The Memoir of an American Sea Captain, 1808-1833
Author: Charles Tyng
Rating: 5
Tour the world of the early 1800s with Captain Charles Tyng. His story and travels are quite amazing. I kept thinking it was time to go home and rest, Tyng kept on going from one port to the next. Very interesting also that his wife accompanied him on many travels. She must have been quite an adventurer as well. Great book even though I like the sea memoir of another sailor better: Two Years Before the Mast by Richard Henry Dana, Jr.
Rating: 5
Tour the world of the early 1800s with Captain Charles Tyng. His story and travels are quite amazing. I kept thinking it was time to go home and rest, Tyng kept on going from one port to the next. Very interesting also that his wife accompanied him on many travels. She must have been quite an adventurer as well. Great book even though I like the sea memoir of another sailor better: Two Years Before the Mast by Richard Henry Dana, Jr.
Breakpoint and Beyond: Mastering the Future Today
Author: George Land, Beth Jarman
Rating: 5
Looking back at a classic on change and creativity.
Rating: 5
Looking back at a classic on change and creativity.
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.
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.
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…
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Rating: 4
Great music from master harp players. A fun listen!
