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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
 Posted - May 13 2013 : 03:12:51 AM
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Renee, I'm not a huge fan of the "bodice rippers". i dunno, not much substance there! I'm with you girlfriend!
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Originally posted by rschaaf
how do people feel about harlequin-type romances or that sort of explicitness? the only reason i ask is ive noticed some people with bible verses in their taglines and wondered what the "comfort zone" is out there regarding that genre or adult themes... personally i prefer Christian fiction, but i dont want to be a debbie downer to the group because of that. it does limit the selections of what i feel comfortable reading...thoughts?
"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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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - May 13 2013 : 03:15:33 AM
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Susan, thank-you for keeping us going.
I did a reply all to your e-mail and someone is bouncing back. Don't want her to miss anything.
starkfoste..........(don't want to do the whole thing)
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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MayFay
True Blue Farmgirl
73 Posts
Stephanie
MO
USA
73 Posts |
Posted - May 13 2013 : 7:54:16 PM
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On the GirlGab site (girlgab.com), Tami Erwin has a blog post featuring some choices for her summer reading program. Y'all might want to take a look to see if anything looks appealing.
Farmgirl Sister #5093 |
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MrsTracy
True Blue Farmgirl
145 Posts
Tracy
Beaufort
South Carolina
USA
145 Posts |
Posted - May 14 2013 : 6:15:48 PM
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I'm a Christian but I'm not a prude. Most things that are in context work with me. Can't do much with certain romance novels unless its historical. Most of the characters make you want to choke them.
What about Jan Karon or Jennifer Chevarini(sp) to start? Or Maeve Binchy?
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady. |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - May 15 2013 : 03:12:40 AM
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I would read any of those 3. Great ideas.quote:
Originally posted by MrsTracy
I'm a Christian but I'm not a prude. Most things that are in context work with me. Can't do much with certain romance novels unless its historical. Most of the characters make you want to choke them.
What about Jan Karon or Jennifer Chevarini(sp) to start? Or Maeve Binchy?
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
True Blue Farmgirl
145 Posts
Tracy
Beaufort
South Carolina
USA
145 Posts |
Posted - May 15 2013 : 10:48:05 AM
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Guess we need to set up the format. Formal or informal? Who wants to volunteer the title of the first book and lead the discussion?
Aspiring Titus II and Proverbs 31 Lady. |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2013 : 10:32:10 AM
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Tracy, i sent you an e-mail.quote:
Originally posted by MrsTracy
Guess we need to set up the format. Formal or informal? Who wants to volunteer the title of the first book and lead the discussion?
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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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2013 : 4:29:50 PM
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Tracy, let's read Jan Karon's "in The Company of Others"
We'll start on Tuesday May 28th so that everyone has time to get the book. I'll search for a readers guide and we'll chat here on the forum.
Everyone check in here when you have your book.
ANGIE
"Mercy, peace and love be yours in abundance" JUDE 1:2
http://www.pinkroomponderings.blogspot.com/
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rschaaf
True Blue Farmgirl
174 Posts
Renee
Wooster
Ohio
USA
174 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2013 : 6:51:52 PM
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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 |
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MayFay
True Blue Farmgirl
73 Posts
Stephanie
MO
USA
73 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2013 : 6:58:58 PM
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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 |
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Cindy Lou
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Susan
Lonsdale
MN
USA
2325 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2013 : 8:33:20 PM
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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?"
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - May 21 2013 : 03:02:52 AM
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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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MayFay
True Blue Farmgirl
73 Posts
Stephanie
MO
USA
73 Posts |
Posted - May 22 2013 : 08:43:40 AM
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I got my copy from the library this morning.
Farmgirl Sister #5093 |
Edited by - MayFay on May 22 2013 08:44:17 AM |
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Cindy Lou
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Susan
Lonsdale
MN
USA
2325 Posts |
Posted - May 24 2013 : 2:26:16 PM
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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 |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - May 24 2013 : 2:36:28 PM
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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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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - May 28 2013 : 03:08:01 AM
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Good morning FarmGirl Bookies! Hope you all enjoyed that lovely 3 day weekend. yesterday felt like such a bonus.Don't know about you but it took a LOT of self control on my part to not pick up our book and start reading! 
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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MayFay
True Blue Farmgirl
73 Posts
Stephanie
MO
USA
73 Posts |
Posted - May 28 2013 : 05:34:23 AM
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I've got a bathroom to paint, the last third of my garden to seed and company coming the week of the 2nd, so I will try hard to get in ten chapters, but can't guarantee it. For winging it, you're doing terrific!
Farmgirl Sister #5093 |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - May 28 2013 : 05:42:40 AM
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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 )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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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - May 31 2013 : 5:29:27 PM
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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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Cindy Lou
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Susan
Lonsdale
MN
USA
2325 Posts |
Posted - Jun 01 2013 : 05:25:11 AM
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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 |
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MayFay
True Blue Farmgirl
73 Posts
Stephanie
MO
USA
73 Posts |
Posted - Jun 01 2013 : 06:42:49 AM
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My grandfather came over from Ireland as a boy with his parents.
Farmgirl Sister #5093 |
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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - Jun 01 2013 : 07:57:01 AM
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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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britchickny
True Blue Farmgirl
1048 Posts
Angie
Port Orange
Florida
1048 Posts |
Posted - Jun 01 2013 : 07:58:06 AM
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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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