| Author |
Reading Room:  Betty MacDonald  |
|
|
Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
 Posted - Sep 25 2009 : 11:46:02 AM
|
I just finished reading "The Egg and I", and "The Plague and I" by Betty MacDonald. What wonderful and funny books. When reading the "Egg and I", my husband would come running when he would hear me laughing so loud. There was a MJ farmgirl who recommended these books that I would love to thank. Thank you for the recommendations.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
|
|
Celticheart
True Blue Farmgirl
811 Posts
Marcia
WA
USA
811 Posts |
Posted - Sep 25 2009 : 1:33:01 PM
|
Oh....maybe it was me. I read The Egg and I earlier this year. I laughed so hard! It's a great book.
It's not about being perfect, but enjoying what you do. Set aside time to be creative.
Robyn Pandolph
|
 |
|
|
Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Sep 25 2009 : 4:38:50 PM
|
Hi Marcia:
It was mentioned on a long list of books that had been read. If it was you, thanks. I loved the books. Especially "The Egg and I". I wish Betty MacDonald would have lived longer to write more books.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
|
|
|
LakeOntarioFarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
933 Posts
Brenda
North Rose
NY
USA
933 Posts |
Posted - Sep 27 2009 : 04:49:48 AM
|
Marly,
Did you know The Egg and I was made into a movie years ago? It had Fred MacMurray and Claudette Colbert in it. I actually watched the movie before I ever read the book, but I love both!
The movie was the inspiration for the Ma and Pa Kettle movies. Ma and Pa Kettle both appear in The Egg and I.
Betty MacDonald had I think 2 more books, have you seen those?
Brenda
FarmGirl # 711
http://theviewfromhere-brenda.blogspot.com/ |
|
|
|
Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Sep 27 2009 : 8:11:39 PM
|
Brenda:
I didn't know that until I got the book, but in the book cover it mentioned that. I have never seent he movie. What year was it made? Did you see the movie? Was it as funny as the book? If so, I'll have to get it. Thanks for the information.
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
|
|
|
Cabinprincess
True Blue Farmgirl
682 Posts
Melody June
Athens
TX
USA
682 Posts |
Posted - Sep 28 2009 : 08:24:59 AM
|
So that was YOU I heard laughing all the way over here in TX. Woke me up from a dead sleep I was in after drinking my last cup of coffee. LOL I am going to go get the books, I need a really good laugh.
Smiles, Melody June
God's gift to you are your talents, your gift to Him is how you use them. |
|
|
|
LakeOntarioFarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
933 Posts
Brenda
North Rose
NY
USA
933 Posts |
Posted - Sep 28 2009 : 11:51:52 AM
|
Marly- I think the movie was made in the early 50's. It was definitely good! I have seen it but it's been years since I last watched it, I'll have to rent if from somewhere soon though, my girls loved it too!
Melody June you're too funny! Let us know how you like them! :)
Brenda
FarmGirl # 711
http://theviewfromhere-brenda.blogspot.com/ |
|
|
|
Cabinprincess
True Blue Farmgirl
682 Posts
Melody June
Athens
TX
USA
682 Posts |
Posted - Sep 28 2009 : 11:56:26 AM
|
Marly before I rush off to the book store, do you barter your books away? If so let me know.
Smiles, Melody June
God's gift to you are your talents, your gift to Him is how you use them. |
|
|
|
graciegreeneyes
True Blue Farmgirl
3107 Posts
Amy Grace
Rosalia
WA
USA
3107 Posts |
Posted - Sep 29 2009 : 7:12:20 PM
|
It might have been me too - I remember mentioning these at some point. I love these books, very funny. I love the cultural history aspect of them too, Montana, Washington.....Glad to find other farmgirls who enjoy them!!
Amy Grace
Farmgirl #224
"use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without"
|
|
|
|
Bear5
True Blue Farmgirl
13055 Posts
Louisiana/Texas
USA
13055 Posts |
Posted - Sep 29 2009 : 7:25:20 PM
|
Melody June:
I laughed so loud, I scared myself! Such good books. That woman knew how to write. And- she writes about how she loves her coffee!!!!!!!!
I have there of her books, which I am lending to a friend. But, if you can wait, I'll send them to you. This friend tends to read a bit slow. So, don't hold your breath. LOL
Marly
"It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth- and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up- that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had." Elisabeth Kurler-Ross |
|
|
|
Cabinprincess
True Blue Farmgirl
682 Posts
Melody June
Athens
TX
USA
682 Posts |
Posted - Sep 30 2009 : 07:35:29 AM
|
Marly, that should work. I'm reading 'Can't Wait to Get to Heaven" by Fannie Flagg. She wrote Fried Green Tomatoes, which I love the book and the movie. She will also make you laugh your fannie off.
Smiles, Melody June
God's gift to you are your talents, your gift to Him is how you use them. |
|
|
|
Julia
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Julia
Shelton
WA
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Sep 30 2009 : 3:14:44 PM
|
I love the Egg and I. It is so fun!!
For tomorrow and its needs I do not pray, but keep me, guide me, love me, Lord just for today.
St. Augustine
#440
http://www.myfeetaredirty.blogspot.com/ |
|
|
|
KJD
True Blue Farmgirl
402 Posts
402 Posts |
Posted - Oct 02 2009 : 8:09:13 PM
|
| Oh, gosh, How I love the Egg and I! I grew up watching the movie - it was made in 1947 - and found the book a few years ago - give it away as gifts, as I find it at Half Price Books. I got the movie from Amazon a couple of years ago, in a set of Ma and Pa Kettle movies. It's just the BEST! |
|
|
| |
Reading Room: Betty MacDonald |
|
Betty MacDonald
