I’ve neglected this space in recent weeks. The realities of the ‘hustle’ and multiple projects have demanded that I pay them closer attention. Additionally, writers write but writers also read. So I thought I share my current reading list:

Democracy in America by Alexis de Tocqueville

Homebody/Kabul by Tony Kushner

The Ticking is the Bomb by Nick Flynn

The Marriage of Cadmus and Harmony by Roberto Calasso

There may be a literary connection to this list. I’m not sure what it is. I do know that I have questions about our perception and understanding of our democracy.  And I’ll certainly share more of my impressions of these books soon. I’m several New Yorker issues behind (which is typical), but I’m also currently reading Jill Lepore’s piece on the Tea Party movement.

I’m also really in love with Beyonce’s latest.

Also in the awesome category, here’s the promo for the upcoming season for State of the Re: Union.

Today will definitely end with me watching Iron Man 2! Here’s to walking and chewing gum.