Writer. Contributing Editor at The Discarded Image. Digital Content Strategist. Here's where I publicly explore the books I'm reading, the projects I'm working on, and other current interests. Happy Burns Day
Burns Day (poet Robert Burns, b. January 25, 1759) is as good as any to return to blogging after my moving-induced hiatus. (And thanks for reading through my archives while I was offline!) Most years Brandon and I remember too late, but this year we’re on the ball. Perhaps we’re just looking for excuses to celebrate in our new house?
The house, by the way, is coming along. We took possession just over a month ago, immediately remodeled the only bathroom, moved in on January 1, painted the front bedroom to work as our study/library, updated some wiring, and have been busy doing all the little things you do to unpack and make a new space your own. We still have lots of work to do—a complete kitchen remodel in the next few years is becoming apparent—but are trying to take it one room at a time. And the fact that I’m writing this in “my†corner of the study, enjoying a cheery new Pottery Barn rug and keeping an eye on the birdfeeder outside one window and the snowflakes curling over the porch railing out the other window means HOME is coming to fruition!
But for now, back to Robert Burns. Our fascination with him is partly our Scottish backgrounds (more than a few generations ago), partly his apparent disgust for one of Brandon’s ancestors (Patrick Wodrow, son of Robert—who, like Brandon, was a church historian—mentioned in “The Twa Herdsâ€), and partly a simple appreciation for all poets. We also like to celebrate Emily Dickinson’s birthday on December 10, but there seem to be a lot more poetry-lovers who come out of the woodwork for Rabbie! We will not be having haggis for dinner tonight (despite our friend Sam’s hearty recommendations!) but we will gladly lift a finger or two of Scotch while reading a few selections. I found some cool resources at the Burns Country website, including recipes and a guide to hosting a Burns Supper.
Are you an observer of Burns day? Leave a comment and let me know how you celebrate. Now that I’m settling in again, I’m looking forward to making the blog rounds and catching up with all of you!
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