One of the joys at work I get to do is listen to music and working in an environment where you're processing foreclosure claims on a computer for eight to ten hours a day can be monotonous. However, listening to music provides a much-needed stress reliever from my job...
Book Review 28: White Butterfly by Walter Mosley
by MHill | Sep 3, 2012 | 2012 Book Reviews, Book Reviews, Wisdom From Kammbia Column
For the next two reviews, I will be reviewing a couple of novels from authors I've been wanting to read for a really long time. Oddly enough, both authors are completely different on the literary spectrum. I have looked at their books for years and said to myself, "I...
by MHill | Aug 31, 2012 | Wisdom From Kammbia Column
I'm celebrating a birthday today and I wrote this blog post on birthdays two years ago. I thought it should be reposted. Enjoy!
Wisdom from Kammbia 3.2: I Like Christian Music, But…..
by MHill | Aug 25, 2012 | Wisdom From Kammbia Column
I overheard a conversation between two co-workers this week. They were talking about one of my favorite subjects, music. One of the co-workers said he got this Christian Music CD from a friend and one of the songs sung the word "Jesus" sixty-seven times. He finished...
Wisdom From Kammbia 3.1: The New Standards of Fiction List
by MHill | Aug 18, 2012 | Wisdom From Kammbia Column
Last week, I posted a blog post about doing a New Standards of Fiction list. I wanted this list to represent every genre for works published in the last 20 years. I received quite a few responses and thanks to everyone who gave me their recommendations. Here is the...
Wisdom From Kammbia 2.27: The New Standards of Fiction (Must Read Novels Published In The Last 20 Years)
by MHill | Aug 7, 2012 | Wisdom From Kammbia Column
I must admit I love lists. I believe lists are an American phenomenon and they create the three C's: conversation, controversy, and community. Well, I want to create a list of twenty novels published since 1992 that will be considered the new standards for fiction...
Wisdom From Kammbia 2:26: The Colorado Tragedy Is Not A Time For Politics
by MHill | Jul 22, 2012 | Wisdom From Kammbia Column
First of all, my thoughts and prayers go out to the victims of Aurora, Colorado this weekend. I believe many of those people were looking to enjoy a movie and return to their homes later that evening. But for their life end like that should all give us pause. And...
Wisdom From Kammbia 2.25: Has Your Book Collection Changed As You’ve Gotten Older?
by MHill | Jul 20, 2012 | Wisdom From Kammbia Column
I'm looking at my bookshelf and I noticed that my collection has changed quite considerably over the years. In my 20's and through my 30's, I had mostly Science-Fiction and Fantasy novels and a huge collection of Dean Koontz books. Now in my 40's, I have books like...
Wisdom From Kammbia 2.24: If You Had To Start Your Library Over Again What Novels Would You Choose?
by MHill | Jul 16, 2012 | Wisdom From Kammbia Column
Well here in San Antonio....it is summer and the heat wave is no joke. Also, we are in the midst of hurricane season. So far so good on that front. However, I was thinking that what would happened if I lost my entire library? What novels would I choose to start...
Wisdom From Kammbia 2.23: Why Do Men Look?
by MHill | Jul 13, 2012 | Wisdom From Kammbia Column
Tricia and Joseph had a lovely dinner at their favorite restaurant in Galicea. They spent several hours eating, talking, and laughing. For the first time in years, the dinner reminded them why they got married in the first place. They liked being with each other. She...