Mo's Manic Monday - Green

Posted: Monday, May 14, 2007 by Travis Cody in
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Welcome to another Manic Monday. Don't forget to visit MMHQ at It's A Blog Eat Blog World. Today's word is Green.

I actually would have preferred to write something for today, but unpacking my books took priority. While it doesn't really take that long to get 1000 books out of 40 boxes, it does take some time and careful consideration to get them properly shelved.



Well, it does if you have to have them alphabetized by author with the history section shelved separately. Don't laugh! It's important if I'm to have a proper library.



So what has this got to do with Green? Well, I'm done! OK, I'm mostly done. But the transformation from dining room to library is complete. And now this is the lush little forest I can see out my library window.



Now you can see that I have five bookcases. The odd one in the far left corner by the window is the history shelf. Once those books have been put away, all my bookcases will be full.



Here's the problem. About a third of the books here go on the history bookcase. The rest are spill over and I'm out of room!



So now I get to come up with a solution. I can always hang a series of shelves next to the tall bookcase in the foreground on the right. There's a good space right there for three shelves.

We're making slow and steady progress and we're still having fun!

33 comments:

  1. Julie says:
    14 May, 2007 02:54

    Hmmm wine,candles and ummmm.....BUNGEE cords? What's up sweetie?

  1. Schmoop says:
    14 May, 2007 04:39

    Ahhhh it's so refreshing to come across a person who reads. Cheers Trav.

  1. Liz Hill says:
    14 May, 2007 06:02

    Wonderful Trav! I am envious as we still don't have my 'library' sorted out so my books are in boxes in the basement. The new ones have now filled the entertainment cabinet in the formal LR. The DH--well he just shakes his head. Your library--plus that view--lovely

    Smooch

  1. Anonymous says:
    14 May, 2007 06:13

    That view in NYC...$5 Billion! Gorgeous!

  1. NOLADawn says:
    14 May, 2007 06:29

    I totally understand the importance of shelving books right! I just wish my husband did ;)

  1. Lizza says:
    14 May, 2007 07:16

    I have a serious case of book envy. I have lots of books too, but it's always great to see other people's books. Plus, your view is LOVELY!

  1. Anonymous says:
    14 May, 2007 07:47

    Great library - my house in Duluth is 107 years old and has a beautiful old fashioned library - something like Jay Gatsby would create...We have totally filled it to where it overflowth...

  1. Sandee says:
    14 May, 2007 08:33

    Your bookshelves look like mine. Full to the brim. I love to READ. I love the feel of books, the smell of books... One can use all their senses on books. Happy MM Trav :)

  1. Empress Bee (of the high sea) says:
    14 May, 2007 08:43

    ummmm, well you could GET RID of some??? hey trav, that's the first time i ever saw a jar of bungee cords! what's up with that? and where is the cake or where does it fit into the whole room? just askin'... it looks lovely honey, just kiddin' you!

    smiles, bee

  1. Rebecca says:
    14 May, 2007 08:58

    Lovely...and beautiful...and peaceful. Can I come over? *hugs*

  1. Mz Jackson says:
    14 May, 2007 10:10

    It was worth cleaning it out, just to get that view, wasn't it? Happy MM!

  1. Maryfly says:
    14 May, 2007 11:29

    dude! that's a LOT of books. I read a book a week at least but I get them from the library. I only keep my all time favs. Wish I could peruse your collection

    Hugs!

  1. Travis Cody says:
    14 May, 2007 12:03

    Julie: The bungee cords actually belong in the vehicle. The wine and candles...well, that should be self-evident!

    Matt: I've loved books and reading since I was little.

    Turn: I've wanted this kind of thing for a long time. You gotta do it!

    Steven: It is great, isn't it? But $5B???

    Noladawn: It's critical, isn't it?

    Lizza: This is finally my reward after lugging them around with me all these years.

  1. Alice (in BC Canada) says:
    14 May, 2007 12:10

    Travis, I'm green with envy over your book shelves/library. Awesome! Great post as always.

  1. Desert Songbird says:
    14 May, 2007 13:29

    I'm a bibliophile as well, dear Trav. If I could, I would have floor to ceiling bookcases on every available wall space in my house.

    Heaven...

  1. Sarge Charlie says:
    14 May, 2007 13:43

    well done travis, i like the view.

  1. Danielle says:
    14 May, 2007 14:01

    Hiya Trav,
    Gotta love books. I have a measly one bookshelf since I am a recovering book addict. Now I borrow more than I buy. I wanted to share a few history books I have mostly that have been assigned for school:
    The Course of Mexican History
    Thinking through the past
    The promise and performance of american democracy
    Nation of Nations
    The Complete Idiot's Guide to American History
    Western Civilization to 1500


    As always wishing you well

  1. Foofa says:
    14 May, 2007 14:19

    My bookcases are in alphabetical order by author and I have a separate non-fiction bookcase that is ordered by topic. I totally understand.

  1. TopChamp says:
    14 May, 2007 14:43

    Pleased to see the bottle there... nothing like a bit of wine to wind down after a heavy unpacking session. The view is great - fits the theme well!

  1. Anonymous says:
    14 May, 2007 15:16

    Wow... There are so few bloggers out there that can actually read.

    I am impressed.

    Looks like a good successful project coming along just fine.

    Later Y'all

  1. Lisa Ryan says:
    14 May, 2007 15:29

    that's a great library (and view)! and gotta have wine too....

  1. Jay says:
    14 May, 2007 16:24

    Too many books - a problem no one should complain about.

    I have few enough shelves, but a great solution - I loan them all out!

  1. Travis Cody says:
    14 May, 2007 16:59

    Deb: That's my ultimate goal - when I retire I want to be able to have a formal library with floor to ceiling bookcases lining every wall. For now, this will do.

    Comedy: Yup. Me too.

    Bee: **gasp** Get rid of some?? Never! I have 2 more bungee jars in the closet.

    Rebecca: It is all of those things and more.

    Mz J: Yup. And notice that my reading chair is on a swivel for maximum exposure to the whole room and the view.

    Mary: I enjoy going to the public library, but I find I don't want to return the books!

  1. Travis Cody says:
    14 May, 2007 17:06

    Alice: Now I just have to make sure everything is updated in my catalog.

    Songbird: Yup. Now I really feel like I'm home.

    Sarge: Thank you Sir. It is nice.

    Danielle: I think I'm beyond recovery at this point. Thanks for the suggestions.

    Natalie: Yes you do understand. I like to keep my history section and my classics separate, otherwise everything else mixes in together.

    TC: That's actually on older empty bottle - the fresh stuff is chilling.

  1. Travis Cody says:
    14 May, 2007 17:09

    Melon: It's getting there. I still need to do reference, but that has to wait for the office to be organized.

    Lisa: This was one of the main selling points of the condo. When I saw the size of the dining area, I knew it would be perfect.

    Jay: There can never be too many books! I rarely loan mine...been burned a couple of times.

  1. John Holland says:
    14 May, 2007 19:10

    I am constantly running out of room for books. I see one of the books you have is The Essential Ellison. He is one of my favorite writers.

  1. Neila says:
    14 May, 2007 19:54

    Dude! I am soooooo coming to hang out at your place. What an amazing spot! The books. The view! It's a little vacation spot right in your own home! Lovely!

  1. Amazing Gracie says:
    14 May, 2007 20:56

    Most of my relatives were educators, my brother is a professor, so I come by the book gene naturally. Hubman doesn't understand why the need to keep a book after reading it and I cannot explain it to him. The extent of his reading is Golf Magazine and the bible. I did manage to part with over 25 boxes at my infamous garage sale. I did that last July as well. My brother has a huge library with the neatest dormer windows but neither of us have your wonderful view! Congratulations!

  1. Parlancheq says:
    14 May, 2007 20:57

    A little more of what's in that GREEN wine bottle and you won't care that not all the history books fit. ;)

  1. Travis Cody says:
    14 May, 2007 21:44

    John: I do enjoy Ellison. And I am out of space. Time to get creative.

    Neila: It does have the feel of a little vacation cabin, doesn't it?

    Gracie: I would have a tough time parting with any of my books. I can't even conceive of it right now.

    Parlancheq: Well that's another way to look at it.

  1. Mz Jackson says:
    15 May, 2007 08:59

    Hey, thanks for the comment on my Manic Monday, you inspired a whole new post. I gave you credit and a link for inpsiring me! Take care.

  1. tiggerprr says:
    15 May, 2007 20:29

    I'm envious of your library, and your view! Looks awesome! :)

  1. crpitt says:
    16 May, 2007 08:31

    I want a library! That looks like a lovely place to chill out and read :)

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