yes we have no bananas

Have you been worrying about bananas?

I have.

about whether high gas prices will make them too expensive.
and what about that fungus.
and what if they die out
how will we adjust
and what would you put on your cereal then?
and is it possible to stock pile them?

whenever I go past a fruit seller on the street, I'm looking out for bananas, just to make sure they're still here

so today, I'm giving thanks for the banana.

I'm banana obsessed.

Here's the worrying article that got me worrying (in case you'd like to share in the Banana Anxiety): a NYT Op Ed piece.

new york readings ...

for any in the NYC area ... (and apologies to those who aren't):


Saturday 21st June: I'll be at this favorite of independent bookstores reading my new picture book, The Ultimate Guide to Grandmas and Grandpas this saturday 12-2PM along with others (Rosemary Wells, Susan Jeffers, and more!). We will also have a panel and Q&A. Plus CUP CAKES! (Cup Cake Cafe is right there!)

For more info check out the bookstore's site or call (212) 989-3270.

ALSO, Thursday 26th June as part of Summer In The Square at 12 noon, I'll be at Barnes & Noble Union Square reading How To Be A Baby: By Me, The Big Sister. Come along for some fun, laughs and very high jinks!

More info here or call: 212-253-0810.

living out loud

Zola said, "If you ask me what I came into this life to do, I will tell you: I came to live out loud."