Author Archives: Marion Jensen

My son is learning one of life’s hard lessons. And it’s good for him. He want’s a Nintendo DS. He’s tried to save up for one before, but like other kids he collects a wad of cash and decides that … Continue reading →

Watched a great movie last night–Lars and the Real Girl–thanks to a recommendation from my sis-in-law. I think what I liked most about the movie was that no person played the antagonist. To be sure, there were things being fought … Continue reading →

Ever wondered how a book goes from the author’s brain, to a finished book? Well, behold this youtube video, and wonder no more.

I’m sure everybody who has played Guitar Hero or Rock Band has asked themselves, “why not make this for a real guitar, and teach kids how to play an instrument?” Well, somebody’s done it, and it’s coming this summer. I’m … Continue reading →

If I was pressed hard enough to pick my favorite band of all time, it would have to be They Might Be Giants. I first fell in love with John and John after listening to Istanbul (not Constantinople) on their … Continue reading →

So apparently I have a contradictory sense of self. “Psychologists in America have interviewed ten male members of the Latter-day Saints Church (i.e. Mormons) who’ve grown beards despite their church preferring members not to have facial hair. Michael Nielsen and … Continue reading →

Can I get a Hal Uh Lou Yuh? Or a Hallelujah, if you insist on proper spelling.

Just watched a great move called The Visitor. I think my favorite line in the movie was when Walter said, “I sound a lot better when he’s playing with me.” I highly recommend the movie.

Interesting read over at Book Oven. “Imagine: what would happen if every publisher in the world went out of business tomorrow? If every book store closed it’s doors? “Here’s what I think: I think we would see a flourishing of … Continue reading →

Dad: “I saw your Christmas list.” #1: “Oh yeah?” Dad: “Yeah. I saw the first thing on your list was a ‘fake eye’. #1: “Yep.” Dad: “Uh…why do you want a fake eye?” #1: “So I can scrunch it into … Continue reading →