Newspapers and books have been under fire lately.   Amazon’s Kindle has created a healthy market, and newspapers are looking more appealing for starting fires either to keep warm or to get the BBQ started.  Over the long weekend I purchased a copy of the Saturday Boston Globe on a whim.  And it was the best dollar I have spent in a long while.

I read about the Higgins Armory and decided to take the kids after learning that the museum was open on President’s Day.  We spent the morning enjoying a guided demonstration of armor and swords, and learning about the styles and evolution of armor around the world.

I read a review of seasonal beers, and decided to try a Samuel Adams Noble Pils this evening at The Met Bar & Grill.  It’s easy to drink and amazing with a burger.  I purchased a six-pack to share with the neighbors when they drop by.

I read most of my news online, using tools such as Feedly to organize the RSS feeds that interest me.  And while I feel well informed, my experience this weekend was a reminder that when buying a paper or a book I’m not simply buying news or information.  I’m also buying someone’s editorial or literary guidance.

And in an era of information overload, I’ll pay for sound guidance.

Can there be an app for that?