Sherri writes in…

Lost Black Cocker Doodle Male Answers to Jeff.

Jefferson Reiley is older dog, 12 to be exact. Partially blind and seems to be losing his hearing as well. He and his German Sheppard mixed sister went missing from my yard around 12 Noon Friday November 25th near intersection of Candler Rd and Glenwood Rd in the White Oak community of Decatur. His sister returned, but he is still missing. He was last seen playing with another dog on Eastwood Drive between Ellington St and Old Hickory St at around 11:00 AM. He is black with a bit of white on his chin. He is neutered, but he is not wearing a collar as he had just been bathed prior to going missing. I miss my son horribly. He is a direct connection to my deceased husband, as they were great pals, so his return is of utmost importance. Reward if located and returned safely.

Thank you in advance!

Oakhurst, Decatur GA (pic submitted by David)

I really enjoyed the conversation we had early in 2011 about your favorite books from the previous year.  I believe I read at least two Bill Bryson books because of that convo.  Offhand, I can’t recall what else.

This year, I decided it might be a bit smarter to have this conversation prior to the holidays, so that it could also potentially help with your holiday shopping.  The New York Times even has its list of 100 “notable” books of 2011up on its website now if you need a refresher.

But don’t forget, this conversation isn’t constrained to books that were published in 2011, just books that you have enjoyed over the past year.  Fiction, non-fiction, children’s books.  They’re all fair game!

To the right: One of my favs from the past year.

• Melton’s pledges to reinvent itself and reopen after hearing from passionate patrons [Saporta Report]
• More Atlanta ‘burbanites feel safer downtown today than in 2002 [11Alive]
• John Kessler goes on a juice fast and gets the vapors [AJC Food and More]
• Agnes Scott now diverts 73% of its waste from landfills, up 45 points from 3 years ago [AJC]
• Why our water bills must go up [Atlantic Cities]
• Apparently it might snow tomorrow [AJC]