You’re 5, you have saved up for what feels like an eternity for an ice cream. You’re barely able to hold it so you accidentally drop it after 5 licks.
Dad pats you on the back and says, THATS LIFE SON. Before you turn to leave he snaps a picture of your devastated face for twitter so he can show everyone what a great dad he is.
This is diabolical parenting. All you taught him is that when things go wrong you’re not going to be there to help him.
ten years as an antiquarian, hearing nothing but "my relative kept these untouched in a box their whole life but they died, and I don't want this stuff" has radicalized me. annotate the books. use the china. wear the clothes until they wear out. your life should not be a museum
With measles on the uptick despite the availability of a highly effective vaccine, it's worth reflecting on Roald Dahl's account of the final day of his 7-year-old daughter's life.
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Authors often get most of the attention when it comes to issues around book banning and intellectual freedom, but those who really deserve the plaudits and attention are the teachers and librarians and community members doing the work every day to keep books available.
They often take far greater risks than any author in defense of intellectual freedom. So the next time you see a teacher or librarian, please thank them on behalf of authors, readers, and the communities they serve.
Finally got to shake his hand a month ago and tell him how much I adore his work and how grateful I am to have him bring Thordak to life.
Absolutely heartbroken. What a brilliant man, in both talent and heart.