Today, February 27, 2016, marks one year since Mr. Nimoy’s death.

It still feels like yesterday.

I wish I had some sage comments to make about my love of Star Trek and the character of Mr. Spock.  That both influenced my life on many levels is a truth that I cannot deny.  That sense of wonder, of believing that at some point humanity could reach the stars and be open about their place in them.  I doubt that I will see that in my lifetime, but it is a dream that I still cling to – in part because of the logical mind of a half-Vulcan who had more emotion in his little finger than anyone on the crew – he simply kept it contained because that was… logical for him.

It sounds odd to feel such a connection to a man that I never met – and knew only through the various expressions of his art, be it acting, directing, or making beautiful word paintings with his poetry.  Yet, I, like thousands of others did indeed connect with Spock, for whatever illogical reason.  And my world has been a little brighter for that connection.

One year ago today the magic of this world dimmed a little as an amazing, fascinating man passed on.  He is, and always will be, missed by those who loved a logical Vulcan, no matter how illogical that affection might have been.

I don’t normally post inspirational or motivational comments or meme’s on KEEPER BOOKSHELF, it is after all a book review blog.

But there are times when I see something that truly touches me – and I’m moved to share that.

This is the case with this graphic – absorb it into your soul and believe its truth:

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It’s hard to believe that it’s almost time to pack up the truck and get outta Dodge (this apartment complex).

I’ll be going Radio Silent in a couple hours – maybe I should say Internet Silent since I’ll hold onto that connection until it’s disconnected – Yes! I am addicted.  But maybe you are too since you’re reading this.  *totally evil grin*

Due to a water pipe break at the new house (yay – I can say “house” now) we’ll be staying at a hotel (landlord provided-great guy our new landlord) for a few days since our move out date here will not wait until they fix the problem caused by “someone” not shutting off the water to a vacant house in freezing weather.  *rolls eyes*  But maybe that’s not such a horrible thing really – gives us a chance to sit back, relax and unwind, take a breath before the unpacking and enjoyable chore of re-creating a brand new home.

Reviews are on hold – and I am sorry for that, but life happened – until I can get back online sometime next week.  *fingers tightly crossed*  And then I’ll have about three weeks until the next major upheaval happens… hopefully I can be better prepared for something I know is coming instead of this spur of the moment move.

So – Keeper Bookshelf – Haunted Bookshelf – Shifter Haven – Romance Is Ageless – Smexy Does It – Romantic Historicals — all my blogs are on Internet Silence for the next 10 days or so.

Yes, I know this is a basically unnecessary, useless, totally rambling post – but I’m excited, nervous, scared and again even more excited… and when that happens I turn to the keyboard.  🙂

You all have a great week – and I’ll catch up soon as I can sit my butt down in this computer chair and get back to the fun stuff – which is talking about the love of my life – romance.  Take Care.

If you’ve followed KEEPER BOOKSHELF through various social media you will have noticed that things around here have really slowed down in the past month.

There is a reason for that and I’d like to take a moment to explain.  (I know I don’t have to but I value every single visitor and you should know why I’ve been more quiet lately.)

1.  Cataracts – yeah need the left eye’s cataract removed so I can actually see again.
2.  Moving – we had the sudden opportunity to move from our apartment into a house and grabbed it with both hands – but that meant moving in under 4 weeks  Yikes!
3.  And the final nail yesterday – Knee Replacement Surgery in early March.  *sigh*

It seems that 2016 is hitting hard on the “needs to be taken care of NOW” kinda things in life.  Oh, I’m not complaining really – my life could be far, far worse so I’m grateful for the blessings I have – and the intervention on all of these things that will make it “all good” in time.  Time, there’s that word again.

So, we move in 6 1/2 days now  *gulp* and of course I’m not ready.  Wait for the internet connections shouldn’t be more than a day (fingers crossed) so hopefully I can get back on track and plan ahead for March/April within a week.

If you don’t see my reviews or these little comment rants of mine – don’t worry, I’ve not left the building, just stepped out of the room for a short break.  I keep telling myself that by Summer things will be so much better – it’s the getting there that’s the scary part.