An Incredible Book Journey: Time Was Soft There

Over the next six weeks, I will have the joy of visiting independent bookstores in 23 cities. Follow the trip and meet the many wonderful friends, book people and random characters I encounter along the way.

Friday, December 16, 2005

From Car Home to Parents' Home



After six weeks of living out of the car, I arrived at my parents' house in Ottawa to spend the Christmas holidays. Many of my friends - Quinn and Dave are two examples that leap to mind - would have kept their car meticulously organized during those six weeks. I, on the other hand, am the type of fellow who has to chain his car keys to his pants in order not to lose them. Sadly, this is what happened when I unloaded the car ...