My book club selected Gillian Flynn's book, Gone Girl, as our next book. It is a story about a Missouri housewife who disappears on her 5th wedding anniversary. Of course, the husband becomes the prime suspect.
The book is such a page turner, I finished it in 4 days. Afterwards, all I could think of was the old phrase, "There are two sides to every story." Or, in this case, to every marriage.
White or black?
Loving or hateful?
Good or evil?
Sane or insane?
I thoroughly enjoyed this well written book.
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Showing posts with label book club. Show all posts
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Still Lazy
I haven't done anything really exciting this week. It's too stinking hot to do much.
I finished reading A Game of Thrones. If you do not watch the HBO series of the same name, the first season is a very accurate representation of this book. If you like medieval fantasy, I highly recommend it. I have the second book in the series, A Clash of Kings, but I have not started it yet. I'm saving it for a bit later.
I did begin reading Gone Girl for book club.
I went to the dentist. No cavities for me.
I've been to a 1/2 dozen estate sales and checked on one of my booths. I need to go check the other booth. Then I need to inventory and price my new treasures, plus determine in which location to place them for sale.
What are my plans for the rest of the week?
Laundry.
Probably ought to do some grocery shopping.
Visit Mom.
I'm sure there is more. As soon as I think of it, I'll let you know. In the meantime, everyone stay inside during these hot afternoons and read a book. That's where you will find me!
I finished reading A Game of Thrones. If you do not watch the HBO series of the same name, the first season is a very accurate representation of this book. If you like medieval fantasy, I highly recommend it. I have the second book in the series, A Clash of Kings, but I have not started it yet. I'm saving it for a bit later.
I did begin reading Gone Girl for book club.
I went to the dentist. No cavities for me.
I've been to a 1/2 dozen estate sales and checked on one of my booths. I need to go check the other booth. Then I need to inventory and price my new treasures, plus determine in which location to place them for sale.
What are my plans for the rest of the week?
Laundry.
Probably ought to do some grocery shopping.
Visit Mom.
I'm sure there is more. As soon as I think of it, I'll let you know. In the meantime, everyone stay inside during these hot afternoons and read a book. That's where you will find me!
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Grape Salad
The Ladies Of The Night book club met recently and my contribution to our feast was Grape Salad. It was a big hit with the ladies. I am so adding this to my summer recipe file.
I found the recipe on The Midlife Guru's blog. (Visit her post to see photos!)
Grape Salad
2 pounds each red/green grapes (washed, stemmed, dried)
8 ounces sour cream
8 ounces cream cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
Mix sour cream, cream cheese and vanilla together by hand. Pour over grapes and carefully combine. Mix brown sugar and pecans together and spread over the grapes. Cover and chill overnight. Just before serving, stir in topping to grape mixture.
Enjoy!
I found the recipe on The Midlife Guru's blog. (Visit her post to see photos!)
Grape Salad
2 pounds each red/green grapes (washed, stemmed, dried)
8 ounces sour cream
8 ounces cream cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
Mix sour cream, cream cheese and vanilla together by hand. Pour over grapes and carefully combine. Mix brown sugar and pecans together and spread over the grapes. Cover and chill overnight. Just before serving, stir in topping to grape mixture.
Enjoy!
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Ladies of the Night
I joined a book club more than a year ago and have really enjoyed getting to visit with new people and to read and discuss books I would not normally select for myself.
Book club met at my house last night and a good time was had by all. Everyone brought a dish to share and the drink of their choice. Last night's spread of food was varied and delicious.
We had planned to host local author, P.C. Cast, for the evening, but she was unable to make it at the last minute. We hope to reschedule with her soon to discuss her wildly popular House of Night series.
One of the newer members of the club asked if we had a name. The club has been in existence for years and evidently had a name at one time, but it's use lapsed long ago. Suggestions were made and a unanimous vote resulted in the adoption of a new name, "Ladies of the Night."
We selected A Visit From The Goon Squad as our next book. Have you read it?
Are you a member of a book club?
Book club met at my house last night and a good time was had by all. Everyone brought a dish to share and the drink of their choice. Last night's spread of food was varied and delicious.
We had planned to host local author, P.C. Cast, for the evening, but she was unable to make it at the last minute. We hope to reschedule with her soon to discuss her wildly popular House of Night series.
One of the newer members of the club asked if we had a name. The club has been in existence for years and evidently had a name at one time, but it's use lapsed long ago. Suggestions were made and a unanimous vote resulted in the adoption of a new name, "Ladies of the Night."
We selected A Visit From The Goon Squad as our next book. Have you read it?
Are you a member of a book club?
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Classes & Puppies & Books
I went to the local Apple store this week for a one-to-one session with a trainer covering advanced functionality for the iPad.
There's always such a good vibe at the Apple store. The employees enjoy working there and it shows. The trainer told me he looks forward to going to work and he learns something new every day, either from other trainers or from customers. How satisfying must that work environment be?
One of the applications we found allows me to create collages on the iPad. The name of the app is Photo Wall and it cost $2.99. Here is my first collage, which brings me to the puppies portion of this post.
Who can resist Yorkshire Terrier puppies? Not my sister's family! Big Sister A is holding Trixie and Sweet Baby L is holding Chelsea. Their 3 year old beagle, Princess Leia, is having a lot of fun "herding" these puppies. When I need a cute puppy fix, I now have a place to get one!
Book club met at my house this week. The meetings are bring your own drink and an appetizer or dessert to share. I made my old standby artichoke dip, which I wrote about here. I also made Palmiers, which are mighty tasty.
We had a great time catching up with each other and discussing The Neighbors Are Watching. Reading this book raises the questions, do you know your neighbors and when should you become involved in their lives?
We agreed our next book will be The Warmth of Other Suns.
What have you been up to this week?
There's always such a good vibe at the Apple store. The employees enjoy working there and it shows. The trainer told me he looks forward to going to work and he learns something new every day, either from other trainers or from customers. How satisfying must that work environment be?
One of the applications we found allows me to create collages on the iPad. The name of the app is Photo Wall and it cost $2.99. Here is my first collage, which brings me to the puppies portion of this post.
Book club met at my house this week. The meetings are bring your own drink and an appetizer or dessert to share. I made my old standby artichoke dip, which I wrote about here. I also made Palmiers, which are mighty tasty.
We had a great time catching up with each other and discussing The Neighbors Are Watching. Reading this book raises the questions, do you know your neighbors and when should you become involved in their lives?
We agreed our next book will be The Warmth of Other Suns.
What have you been up to this week?
Saturday, January 1, 2011
New Year's Resolutions?
I don't make New Year's Resolutions, do you?
Of course, I want to lose weight. Who doesn't?
And of course, I shouldn't drink so much or eat so much or eat such unhealthy food.
The reality is, however, if you make New Year's Resolutions on these issues, chances are you fail within the first couple of weeks in January. Then you are set up to be disappointed in yourself and eat more and drink more and gain more weight.
Can you say mouse wheel?
Mmmm...maybe I would lose some weight if I got on that mouse wheel?
No, no...back to my original train of thought!
Last New Year's Eve I said to myself, "I want to meet new and interesting people."
It wasn't a resolution. It was a wish.
My wish was fulfilled by:
1) networking and being invited to join a book club
2) attending Tulsa Blogger Meet-ups, organized by Tasha Does Tulsa
It's funny. At the book club, I think I'm the youngest person. At the blogger meet-ups, I'm usually among the oldest attendees.
Perhaps one of my 2011 wishes should be to find yet another group of interesting people who are my age?
What's on your wish list for 2011? Whatever it is, I hope you obtain it in the coming months.
Happy New Year!
Mouse clip art licensed from the Clip Art Gallery on DiscoverySchool.com
New Year's image from "Karen's Whimsey"
Of course, I want to lose weight. Who doesn't?
And of course, I shouldn't drink so much or eat so much or eat such unhealthy food.
The reality is, however, if you make New Year's Resolutions on these issues, chances are you fail within the first couple of weeks in January. Then you are set up to be disappointed in yourself and eat more and drink more and gain more weight.
Can you say mouse wheel?
No, no...back to my original train of thought!
Last New Year's Eve I said to myself, "I want to meet new and interesting people."
It wasn't a resolution. It was a wish.
My wish was fulfilled by:
1) networking and being invited to join a book club
2) attending Tulsa Blogger Meet-ups, organized by Tasha Does Tulsa
It's funny. At the book club, I think I'm the youngest person. At the blogger meet-ups, I'm usually among the oldest attendees.
Perhaps one of my 2011 wishes should be to find yet another group of interesting people who are my age?
What's on your wish list for 2011? Whatever it is, I hope you obtain it in the coming months.
Happy New Year!
Mouse clip art licensed from the Clip Art Gallery on DiscoverySchool.com
New Year's image from "Karen's Whimsey"
Friday, June 25, 2010
The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo
by Stieg Larsson.
This is a great book. An exciting book. A book that a lot of people have discussed. This is not the reason I read this book. I read the book, based on a recommendation from a friend. What a GREAT recommendation!
Have you heard of this book? If yes, have you read it?
If yes, what is your opinion of this book?
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Book Club
Have I told you I've recently joined a book club?
I have long desired to join a club, but given my previous corporate career I never committed to one. I was concerned my sporadic travel schedule would mean I would miss more meetings than I could attend.
A month ago I was invited to visit a club that has been together for eight years. Members have come and gone, but there is a core of original members still in attendence.
These women are funny, intelligent and active in our community. They have made me feel very welcome.
The club alternates meeting at member's homes. Everyone brings what they would like to drink, a tasty dish to share and suggestions for the next book.
The book for discussion was The Help by Kathryn Stockett. If you have not read it, I highly recommend it. The club's conversation about the book was good, but what was better was the conversation about whether we personally are racist and the state of race relations in our city.
The club is taking the summer off and will reconvene in September. A few books on our reading list during the break are:
Olive Kitteridge
The Story of Edgar Sawtelle
The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo
Have you read any of these books? If yes, would you recommend them?
I have been searching out avenues to meet new people and this book club is a perfect fit. How about you? Are you a member of a book club? How do you meet new people?
I have long desired to join a club, but given my previous corporate career I never committed to one. I was concerned my sporadic travel schedule would mean I would miss more meetings than I could attend.
A month ago I was invited to visit a club that has been together for eight years. Members have come and gone, but there is a core of original members still in attendence.
These women are funny, intelligent and active in our community. They have made me feel very welcome.
The club alternates meeting at member's homes. Everyone brings what they would like to drink, a tasty dish to share and suggestions for the next book.
Apricots Topped with Blue Cheese, Pistachios and Honey was my contribution to the evening repast. These were very tasty. They passed The Husband's taste test and the ladies also liked them.
The book for discussion was The Help by Kathryn Stockett. If you have not read it, I highly recommend it. The club's conversation about the book was good, but what was better was the conversation about whether we personally are racist and the state of race relations in our city.
The club is taking the summer off and will reconvene in September. A few books on our reading list during the break are:
Olive Kitteridge
The Story of Edgar Sawtelle
The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo
Have you read any of these books? If yes, would you recommend them?
I have been searching out avenues to meet new people and this book club is a perfect fit. How about you? Are you a member of a book club? How do you meet new people?