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| MrsTracy |
Posted - Apr 30 2013 : 05:53:17 AM
This board has so many wonderful sub-catagories that I may have over looked this but I was wondering if there is a dedicated book club forum? I know that there's one in the Sisterhood section but I don't have membership or even a local chapter (I emailed and never got a response).
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady. |
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| MrsTracy |
Posted - Jul 04 2013 : 2:57:27 PM
Okay ladies, time to liven this club up!
Sorry I've been lacks but between the pain of surgery and the medication I've pretty much slept the entire month of June away I could read and read but spending time on the computer is more of a challenge.
I can't tell you how much I loved this book! Karon writes with such a peaceful style. No wondering whats around the corner nothing that makes the heart race, just simplicity and yet full of richness that stays with you long after the book has finished. I can read this book and spend the entire day thinking about it.
What touched me the most was the love between Tim and Cynthia. Even in their golden years they have the kind of love and relationship that I want. Their sharing of the events that surround them, the way they are so in tune with each others thoughts and feelings. Makes me envious and makes me want to bring that back into my marriage. The way they look after each others best interest.
I fell in love with the slow pace and the camaraderie among the inhabitants of the lodge. There is just so much I want to say but my thoughts are scattered. I really should have taken notes while I was reading.
I'll be back, just want to find some of those quotes to dwell on!
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady. |
| Marie_Angelique |
Posted - Jun 26 2013 : 1:09:48 PM
Same here!
"The best place to find God is in a garden. You can dig for him there."
G.B. Shaw
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| MrsTracy |
Posted - Jun 03 2013 : 4:20:34 PM
I'm up to chapter 11 also. Angie, I think you're right, that journal is going to play an integral part in this story. I swear I just want to sit under a tree and not move when I start reading this book. Karon's books just seem to be alive, breathing and I love how much she invokes Christianity without being "preachy." And the love between Tim and Cynthia has me looking at my beloved with new eyes. Kind of wishing we could read this in the winter as its such a cozy read! Good thing she has so many wonderful books to choose from!
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady. |
| Cindy Lou |
Posted - Jun 02 2013 : 6:20:40 PM
I've made it through 11 chapters, it was hard to stop! This was a week with quiet time but I should be able to do about this many in a week if I plan for it.
Susan
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
Mary Oliver |
| britchickny |
Posted - Jun 02 2013 : 2:01:35 PM
Hello everyone!How's the reading coming along? Is 10 chapters a week a good number? I have some great questions for our discussion. (I'm assuming we do that after we finish the book?)
I'm enjoying particularly the journal that Father Tim & Cynthia are reading. I have a suspicion this will become more important than just an interesting read for them. We'll see.
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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| britchickny |
Posted - Jun 02 2013 : 1:58:48 PM
Susan, I'm glad you are enjoying the book so far. Jan Karon writes so well and it does not take long to become familiar with Father Tim. quote:
Originally posted by Cindy Lou
Thanks for the book choice. We haven't started the official discussion but I'd like to say how I enjoy the author's style. There is a peace to the reading, I will definitely want to read other books by Jan Karon. Now, even more, I would like to see Ireland. There is no Irish in my heritage but I would almost like the to be.
Susan
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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| britchickny |
Posted - Jun 02 2013 : 1:57:19 PM
Have you gone back to Ireland to visit relatives?quote:
Originally posted by MayFay
Somewhere around 1890.
Farmgirl Sister #5093
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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| MayFay |
Posted - Jun 01 2013 : 08:21:52 AM
Somewhere around 1890.
Farmgirl Sister #5093 |
| britchickny |
Posted - Jun 01 2013 : 07:58:06 AM
Sorry, I meant to say what YEAR was that?quote:
Originally posted by britchickny
What was that?quote:
Originally posted by MayFay
My grandfather came over from Ireland as a boy with his parents.
Farmgirl Sister #5093
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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| britchickny |
Posted - Jun 01 2013 : 07:57:01 AM
What was that?quote:
Originally posted by MayFay
My grandfather came over from Ireland as a boy with his parents.
Farmgirl Sister #5093
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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| MayFay |
Posted - Jun 01 2013 : 06:42:49 AM
My grandfather came over from Ireland as a boy with his parents.
Farmgirl Sister #5093 |
| Cindy Lou |
Posted - Jun 01 2013 : 05:25:11 AM
Thanks for the book choice. We haven't started the official discussion but I'd like to say how I enjoy the author's style. There is a peace to the reading, I will definitely want to read other books by Jan Karon. Now, even more, I would like to see Ireland. There is no Irish in my heritage but I would almost like the to be.
Susan |
| britchickny |
Posted - May 31 2013 : 5:29:27 PM
Hello all! Are you enjoying our first taste of Ireland? I would love to sit in one of those cozy Irish pubs and people watch wouldn't you?
Do any of you have Irish ancestors?
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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| britchickny |
Posted - May 28 2013 : 06:18:41 AM
AND you can fold the corners down too! ( )quote:
Originally posted by MrsTracy
I couldn't wait for the book to become available through my library ebook so I broke down and bought it! I'm starting it today. Nothing like having my own copy so I can take my time and not wrack up late fees!
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady.
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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| MrsTracy |
Posted - May 28 2013 : 06:04:20 AM
I couldn't wait for the book to become available through my library ebook so I broke down and bought it! I'm starting it today. Nothing like having my own copy so I can take my time and not wrack up late fees!
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady. |
| britchickny |
Posted - May 28 2013 : 05:42:40 AM
No problem Stephanie, we want to enjoy the book too and not just rush through it. I'll try and not be a "plot spoiler' when i post just in case
So, let's begin.
Today we will start "In The Company of Others" by Jan Karon. Jan Karon is a prolific writer and is most famous for her "Mitford" Series where we first meet Father Tim. Over the years we get to know him and his lovely wife Cynthia, a children's book author.
Today we will travel with them on the next chapter in their lives.
I have never done this before, am completely winging it but i figure y'all won't mind.Chances are we all read at different speeds but I'll attempt to find a routine that works for us all. Please feel free to interject at any time, suggestions/recommendations are always welcome!
I will post "officially" Sunday evenings, Wednesdays (this week Tuesday) and Fridays, but let's keep chatting amongst ourselves along the way. (This is a wonderful opportunity to get to know our fellow farmgirls)
Week 1- read 10 chapters by Sunday June 2nd. (I'm thinking 10 chapters a week but please let me know if this is too much-feel free to PM me if you want)
ready.....set....GO!
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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| britchickny |
Posted - May 24 2013 : 2:36:28 PM
Awesome! Hope everyone has a wonderful Memorial Day weekend. I'll post on Tuesday.....
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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| Cindy Lou |
Posted - May 24 2013 : 2:26:16 PM
I've got my copy! I'm ready to go. I'm spending next week babysitting at my daughter's house and her little guy takes nice long naps, so I'll be away from my garden and free to read!
Susan
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
Mary Oliver |
| MayFay |
Posted - May 22 2013 : 08:43:40 AM
I got my copy from the library this morning.
Farmgirl Sister #5093 |
| britchickny |
Posted - May 21 2013 : 03:02:52 AM
Renee, from what I understand, it will be ok to read it stand alone.quote:
Originally posted by rschaaf
angie, i put a hold on the book. the description says its number two in a series...will that matter if we read out of order?
"There is beauty, there is grace, in my peaceful country place!"
See what I'm up to at: http://www.lifeonctfarm.blogspot.com
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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| Cindy Lou |
Posted - May 20 2013 : 8:33:20 PM
Thanks, Angie, for getting this going. It's checked out from our local library, but we have inter-library loan and its available in a neighboring town. I should be able to pick it up in a few days.
Susan
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
Mary Oliver |
| MayFay |
Posted - May 20 2013 : 6:58:58 PM
I put my copy on hold. I appreciate that's it's a book available at the library. I look forward to reading and discussing it!
Farmgirl Sister #5093 |
| rschaaf |
Posted - May 20 2013 : 6:51:52 PM
angie, i put a hold on the book. the description says its number two in a series...will that matter if we read out of order?
"There is beauty, there is grace, in my peaceful country place!"
See what I'm up to at: http://www.lifeonctfarm.blogspot.com |
