The Success of Star Wars IV-VI: Backstory

Now that you know all about George Lucas from the past two posts, you’re ready to plunge right into the original trilogy. What were the inspirations behind the films, and what made them so popular? I’ll take a stab at answering these today, so hang on to your hats, kids. This is gonna be one fast Kessel run.

The Genius of George Lucas: A Brief Biography (Part 2)

You know that George Lucas is the mastermind behind the Star Wars and Indiana Jones films, but how did he do it? And what’s he been doing since then? And what in the world did he sell out to Disney for?! I’ll answer all these and more in this week’s post!

The Genius of George Lucas: Series Overview

If I told you I was planning to write this next series about George Lucas and his two most enduring series, Star Wars and Indiana Jones, would you be thrilled and enthralled? I sure hope so, because that’s the plan! Check out this week’s overview to know what’s in store for you!

Outside, Part 2: Sounds of Spring

After a silent winter, there’s nothing as exciting as the sounds of spring! Sky and birds, thunder and creeks–all of it sounds like music to the soul.

Outside, Part 1: The Big Thaw

Outside is one of my favorite places to be. With the first day of spring behind us, it’s time to celebrate the sun, the smells, and The Big Thaw!

Celebrating Dr. Seuss!

It’s March, and that means National Reading Month! I remember Reading Month in elementary school; we would bring books and snacks and would wait as eagerly as Pavlov’s dogs to hear the reading bell ring during the day. That bell meant we could stop…

Oh, the Places We’ve Been

Remember just over a year ago? Do you recall how bleak your life was every Friday afternoon? You would check your inbox and find nothing but work, spam, and misery. There was no bright spot in your weekend, no resource for all topics nerdy,…