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“ Dry, but fascinating! John Churchill Chase, in turn, has a street named after HIM! ”
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Vanessa S reviewed True Compass 2 months ago.
“ A great man with an honest ability to reflect on his fascinating life. What a trip through history - I cried through almost... ”
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Hey Ness,I was thinking about you the other day as I was reading the prequel of Shadow of the Wind by Zafron (The Angel's Game). I sort of whizzed through the end because I was home sick and felt I need to get to the end of the mystery, but I definitely need to read it again already. Very good. How are things going? We have been going through a sick period, but hopefully we will come out of it soon. We had snow yesterday. Just a dusting, but enough to say it is here! Talk to you soon, Al
Hi Vanessa -- thanks for the friend request. You're right we do have alot of books in common - though we don't always have the same opinion. I chuckled when I read your review on The Witching Hour because we are quite opposite on that one :0) You might want to try Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson. I've not read Tracy Kidder yet (he's on my list) so I can't compare writing styles. But from your review of Mountains Beyond Mountains I think you'll find they're similar in inspiration and what one many can truly accomplish given the motivation. I'm looking forward to reading Tracy Kidder. And I'm looking forward to looking through your shelf!
Hey! Weather was great -- around 70 each day. It rained one day, but I didn't even care since it wasn't so hot!! I was just up there for a long weekend -- we'll go up to Maine and NH for a week in August for real vacation. If I don't see you, have a great trip!
Hey V -- just wanted to let you know, I started Tales of a Female Nomad this weekend when I went up to MA to visit my family. So far, it's really interesting -- she's traveled to Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and Israel and found ways to immerse herself in the culture for a couple of months. Have a good one :)
Maine!. Where in Maine? We own property in a little town called Cushing, near thomaston.
Thanks for the friendship request. This is my westie Yuki, he loves being read to.
So I am soooo coming to the book club meeting at your house this time. No trials coming up in May/June so I will be there. I know you've heard this a million times, but I really am coming. How have you been? We need a "catch up on everything" sushi dinner soon!
Hey Vanessa -- I read These is My Words a LONG time ago, maybe in college when I was in my "pioneer books" phase, but I LOVED it and still count it as one of my very favorite books. Turner has written a few more books now, so I keep meaning to read another.
I like this one the best: Einstein: His Life and Universeby Walter Isaacson
Hey! Great job w/the CLE -- I thought it was very helpful! I really liked Loving Frank... it's very interesting to learn about Wright's life from Mahmah's perspective, and to read about a woman who didn't follow the typical path at the turn of the century. Enjoy!
sorry--I don't have either book with me. I'll get the book theif from the library. no worries. I think I am going to want to read the twlight series next anyway.
Heh Heh Heh......i know only too well the Lure of the Bargain Bin...fact is, i got an email and they have added more titles.......i will check them out later today....thanks for accepting friendshipjude
Hey girl! Sorry I missed seeing your house and book club...again. Work has been crazy. I am really hoping to finally participate in March. We are reading the first book in the Twilight series? I just finsihed book #2. We should get dinner soon and I would love to come see your place. How is everything going in your world?
I like medical genre also - do you have any recommendations for me?
Ness -- So funny. Last night I couldn't sleep again -- new development in late pregnancy. I was lying in bed listening to our mouse in the wall and I started thinking I haven't heard from Vanessa in a while. I should write her. I get up today to find a note from you. A bigger coincidence is that you just finished Lisey's Song and I just finished less than two minutes ago Duma Key by the master. I think I have our address and if I can find it and send it out to you I will send you Duma Key. In the same type of vein as Lisey's Song (more psychological than horror like). An interesting story. Takes place right off the coast of Sarasota where my folks live so I actually knew many of the locations mentioned. If you don't see the book in the next week, it just means I went into labor. No baby yet. Although, just so you know we are having an NHL player at this point. He is huge -- 8+ pounds according to doctor. I will send you an email with a link to my blog if you are interested. How was your trip? How are things in NO?
Ness -- Sorry I have been out of touch. School year is crazy and now I am at home on bed rest for my state. We are due Nov. 4th, but things are looking like we might go earlier. I am at least catching up on some reading. Reading mystery book about Shakespeare by Jennifer Lee Carrell right now. Pretty good -- like those academic mysteries. I am allowed to move about the house and yesterday I went to movies "Nick and Nora's Infinite Playlist." I had read book. Book, of course better, but I love those movies about guitar guys and whatnot. How is NO? New apartment going well? Any books you recommend? I may have a little time on my side and I am not a TV person.Anyhoo! Talk to you soon. We will make sure you get official word when it is Thundercats Go time.
Hey! Great site and great idea :)k
I have not read it. I will do so. I am yet to add more book from my bookshelf. I have not been updating this site for a while. Will do so soon.
Hi Vanessa,Tanks for the note. I would read Inhuman B*ndage (apparently, the word b-o-n-d-a-g-e is banned), David Brion Davis; Forever Free, Eric Foner; and Jubilee, Margaret Walker (fiction, but based on her grandmothers life.)Enjoy!
Hey Ness. Sorry to hear about trial. I haven't read a lot of Kurt V. -- it is on my list, but I haven't got there. I finished my class yesterday, although I still have a couple things to write for my portfolio due Sunday. I am getting a chance to eat, but as I get on with the pregnancy I can't really eat as much as I use to. I am hoping to get a chance to read the last couple weeks of summer, but I also have to go to a conference and create a class. Life is really what happens when you make other plans. I got my sister to join Shelfari. She is now on. I sent my mom the link, but she takes a minute to get set up with it. The baby is kicking up a storm. I keep meaning to send you a pic of Hev and I at her baby shower. She is very prego and I am just starting out, but it is a good pic. I'll try to do that tomorrow. I wish I could tell you I have books that I am reading. I did pick up Fever Pitch by Hornsby thinking it might fit for Sports Lit. and Away by Amy Bloom. I am really craving some time for reading so hopefully that will happen soon! Hope you have a good weekend!
