April 18, 2021
by jenniferpuryear
In pajamas, I slipped downstairs for a breakfast of champions. I passed my father’s bedroom. He was awake, lying in bed with his hands behind his head. “Good morning, Jennifer!” he called out, as I paused in the door. “When did you get here?” he asked. “Last night,” I answered, so as not to upset him. “We’re so glad you’re here,” he said, and in …
April 24, 2014
by jenniferpuryear
Book Title: The Invention of Wings
Say you’re stranded on a desert island. With Carolyn Taylor. Not only will she figure out a way to send morse code signals to ships and satellites, she will also identify and help you avoid poisonous vegetation. In the meanwhile she will start a fire and begin roasting anything edible. It is unlikely that she will break a sweat – and she will never lose …