J. M. Barrie once wrote, "the life of every man is a diary in which he means to write one story, and writes another; and his humblest hour is when he compares the volume as it is with what he vowed to make it."

~ A Book of One's Own, People and Their Diaries, Thomas Mallon, Ticknor & Fields, 1984.

Science fiction writer, Ray Bradbury, died on June 6, 2012.  Bradbury left a legacy of hope for mankind.  When asked how he felt when he saw the pictures of Saturn that Voyager sent back, he made this observation.

"It was wonderful for the human spirit.  It was something we could all share, something that united us in its beauty.  It had nothing to do with sex, race, or country.  It embodied no philosophy.  It showed that we could do anything ~ rebuild our cities, clean our streams and end our energy problem while colonizing the moon at the same time.  It has nothing to do with money.  All we have to do is use our imagination."

~ Endangered Species, Writers Talk About Their Craft, Their Visions, Their Lives, Lawrence Grobel, DA CAPO PRESS, 2001.

"The Last Chapter" ~ Jeff Mahoney, The Hamilton Spectator

BARONE'S BOOKS ~ CLOSING July 14

"Not because people aren't reading books!" ~ Lisa Hepfner, CHCH

Kay Barone, owner of Barone's Books, is retiring after twenty-six years in the business.  Drop in, wish the staff the best and pick up any book for $2.

1925 King Street East, Hamilton, Ontario

"There are few places where one can feel as safe, warm and cozy, as in Barone's Books.  Hours pass and before you know it, it is dinnertime."  ~ lbwalker

"The party's here," the sign reads.  Kay Barones, owner of Barone's Books, appears to be the only one surprised at all the attention.  Watching customers dodge  CHCH T.V. camera and reporter, Lisa Hepfner, Kay said, "This is going on the six o'clock news!  I didn't even know they were coming."

After twenty-six years, co-workers and friends [interchangeable] are saying 'Thanks' for the memories.  Barones is closing their door on July 14.

Tomorrow:  More Barone's photos and names. (Please click on photo for larger image.)

 HALD-NOR hike or bike  Saturday, June 23.

Go to http://www.1000canoes.com/ for details.

Come to the greatest Grand River festival. 

Caledonia to Cayuga, Saturday, June 23.

Look for us ~ The Neat Little Bookshop will be there. (Photo:  James Walker. Camlachie, Ontario.)

Frankie, you won't believe who came by today.  Your brother, Johnny!  Prize winner, Johnny.

Alice Guthrie of http://www.newhopecrossfire.com/