Poe-purri

Yesterday morning as the boys and I made our pre-dawn walk to school under a full moon and with the leaves scratching along the asphalt from the eerily steady breeze, the slight chill in the air reminded us that it was indeed the birthday of that outstanding American raconteur--Edgar Allan Poe.  

Take time this weekend to read a tale or poem aloud with the family. (In the dark by the light of the candle if you dare.)  There are, of course, his well-known works. Calvin is working to memorize "The Raven." And then there is The Black Cat or The Tell-Tale Heart .  



Dan Pirarro's Bizarro

 Last night we read Descent into the Maelström. It was a bit cumbersome due to the geographical and nautical language but the kids said they enjoyed it. We did have a bit of discussion as to what causes the maelström to dissipate so quickly at the end of the tale. If you end up reading it, weigh in on this vitally important literary question.