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Reading Room:  Book Club anyone?  |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3957 Posts |
 Posted - Nov 14 2015 : 09:45:15 AM
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Evanelle is great! I could see myself doing that.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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ClaireSky
True Blue Farmgirl
1792 Posts
Julie
Arcadia
WI
USA
1792 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2015 : 11:10:16 AM
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Do you think Sydney has any powers? or did I miss something?
Julie 
Farmgirl #399
May 2010 Farmgirl of the Month
Folks will know how large your soul is by the way you treat a dog ... Charles F. Doran |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3957 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2015 : 11:47:19 AM
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Yes, she definitely has a power. Read the 4th Chapter again.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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PrairieIslander
Farmgirl in Training
36 Posts
Steph
Nelson
British Columbia
Canada
36 Posts |
Posted - Nov 14 2015 : 12:22:25 PM
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Yes, I love Evanelle! She is such a fun, cranky but awesome old gal who really adds to the story. I also like the idea of the purple sparks flying off of everyone when they are feeling passionate about something or someone. 
Steph |
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ClaireSky
True Blue Farmgirl
1792 Posts
Julie
Arcadia
WI
USA
1792 Posts |
Posted - Nov 15 2015 : 06:23:57 AM
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Thanks Marie. If everyone one new what kind of power Sydney had, they would be going to her to get their hair done.
Julie
Farmgirl #399
May 2010 Farmgirl of the Month
Folks will know how large your soul is by the way you treat a dog ... Charles F. Doran |
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PrairieIslander
Farmgirl in Training
36 Posts
Steph
Nelson
British Columbia
Canada
36 Posts |
Posted - Nov 15 2015 : 5:59:22 PM
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Just for fun, here is one of Claire's special recipes, from the author's website... I would love to know if anyone tries it!
LAVENDER BREAD
lavender -- raises spirits and prevents bad decisions resulting from fatigue or depression...
3/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons finely chopped culinary lavender 6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
Combine the milk and lavender in a small saucepan over medium heat. Heat to a simmer, then remove from heat, and allow to cool slightly.
In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg until the mixture is light and fluffy. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture alternately with the milk and lavender until just blended. Pour into the prepared pan.
Bake for 50 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a wooden pick inserted into the crown of the loaf comes out clean. Cool in the pan on a wire rack.
Steph |
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PrairieIslander
Farmgirl in Training
36 Posts
Steph
Nelson
British Columbia
Canada
36 Posts |
Posted - Nov 15 2015 : 6:30:40 PM
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For thought and discussion:
The four Waverley women in this novel (Claire, Sydney, Bay, Evanelle) have special gifts. Which of the four gifts would you like to have yourself? Why?
For me, I would love to have Bay's gift of knowing where things belong. That might help me with my organisational challenges!
Steph |
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kkprice
True Blue Farmgirl
301 Posts
Karen
Davisburg
MI
USA
301 Posts |
Posted - Nov 15 2015 : 7:59:37 PM
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This sounds wonderful! Count me in on the next book. Will there be a new book at the end of this month?
Karen
DreamsofDandelionsandChickens.blogspot.com |
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cheryl keyes
True Blue Farmgirl
468 Posts
cheryl
millinocket
maine
USA
468 Posts |
Posted - Nov 17 2015 : 05:17:29 AM
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Steph I love that you posted that recipie... how fun! I would love to be Claire.. She is so content with herself or was until Tyler came along.. im really enjoying this book, and will look for more from this author love her writing..
http://plumkrazy.etsy.com
http://plumkrazyvintage.blogspot.com |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3957 Posts |
Posted - Nov 17 2015 : 08:00:11 AM
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I like Bay's ability. I tend to be very organized and need to have everything in its place. I would get frustrated living with someone who moved things around. I believe I would have to live alone.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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PrairieIslander
Farmgirl in Training
36 Posts
Steph
Nelson
British Columbia
Canada
36 Posts |
Posted - Nov 17 2015 : 7:27:38 PM
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Hi Karen! It is not too late if you can grab the book or ebook from your library it is Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen. It is just the escapist read we need right now. :)
I think we are going to take turns "hosting" and the host chooses a book for everyone to read. It's pretty casual, but fun to read with others...
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Originally posted by kkprice
This sounds wonderful! Count me in on the next book. Will there be a new book at the end of this month?
Karen
DreamsofDandelionsandChickens.blogspot.com
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Ladybek9756
True Blue Farmgirl
882 Posts
Rebecca
Linneus
Maine
USA
882 Posts |
Posted - Nov 18 2015 : 02:50:19 AM
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I would love to have Claire's talent. I am studying to become a Master Herbalist and I think it would be cool to know how the herbs affect the moods and temperaments when placed in food.
Becky
May the stars carry your sadness away. May the flowers fill your heart with beauty, and may hope forever wipe away your tears. |
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ClaireSky
True Blue Farmgirl
1792 Posts
Julie
Arcadia
WI
USA
1792 Posts |
Posted - Nov 19 2015 : 07:50:51 AM
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I would love to have Claire's talent. She sounds a bit like me with being content by/with herself...well, until she met Tyler. And it would be fun to know all about the herbs and how they can affect people.. love that.
Julie
Farmgirl #399
May 2010 Farmgirl of the Month
Folks will know how large your soul is by the way you treat a dog ... Charles F. Doran |
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cheryl keyes
True Blue Farmgirl
468 Posts
cheryl
millinocket
maine
USA
468 Posts |
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PrairieIslander
Farmgirl in Training
36 Posts
Steph
Nelson
British Columbia
Canada
36 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2015 : 6:36:34 PM
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It is a pretty fast read, just the right size for pre-holiday rush! I finished as well, and was sad to leave the characters behind, always a good sign.
One of my favourite quotes comes from Fred, who says:
"You are who you are, whether you like it or not, so why not like it?"
How can we learn to practice this in our own lives? Women struggle to like themselves the way they are, but what do we do to build a better relationship with ourselves?
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DustBowlMomma
Farmgirl at Heart
9 Posts
Chelsea
Slaughterville
Oklahoma
USA
9 Posts |
Posted - Nov 23 2015 : 7:57:28 PM
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3957 Posts |
Posted - Nov 24 2015 : 07:48:50 AM
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Woozers! I just read the part when Tyler kissed Claire and then afterwards in the garden. It seems as if the garden had thanked her after all THAT happened. After all, before THAT Claire had been doing damage. She is so connected to the garden. I still like Bay's gift. How annoying it would be, however, to see others not getting it.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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PrairieIslander
Farmgirl in Training
36 Posts
Steph
Nelson
British Columbia
Canada
36 Posts |
Posted - Nov 26 2015 : 3:00:43 PM
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Happy Thanksgiving to all in U.S.! Hope you are having a wonderful thankful day. :)
Steph |
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Pokeyfire
Farmgirl in Training
48 Posts
Kerry
Alamogordo
New Mexico
USA
48 Posts |
Posted - Dec 13 2015 : 07:44:36 AM
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Okay, my life got crazy for a bit but I finally finished the book. Loved it! I am not sure who's gift I would like to have as they all serve a purpose and all seem to come with ups and downs. I liked how the apple tree was kinda like a member of the family with it's own gift. You know, that crazy cousin you have to roll your eyes at a lot. :0)
I hope to try the recipe though. I was just introduced to the many different ways to use lavender a year or so ago and now I try anything with lavender in it. Lavender in lemonade is still one of my favorites.
Pokeyfire
Farmgirl #6712
Rain soothes the soul. Sunshine makes everything right. |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3957 Posts |
Posted - Dec 13 2015 : 07:59:28 AM
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I have also finished the book and brought it back to the library. I like the list of herbs and their uses. I would, however, be very careful about eating hyacinth because the aquatic water hyacinth is very poisonous. I would like to try making candied flower blossoms. I have made butter and lavender sauces for steamed vegetables. Everyone likes it but has no idea what tastes so good.
That apple tree is an interesting character. It's purpose seems to be to protect those around it and to inform where necessary. I believe that few people are ready for the knowledge it gives.
I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to the next one.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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Song Sparrow
True Blue Farmgirl
1010 Posts
Amy
Talleyville
Delaware
USA
1010 Posts |
Posted - Jan 04 2016 : 7:04:23 PM
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I'd love to join you all for the next book, if that would be okay. This is a great group!
Happy Day!
Peace in our hearts, peace in the world
Amy (Sister#6098) www.danaherandcloud.com
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Edited by - Song Sparrow on Jan 04 2016 7:05:06 PM |
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PrairieIslander
Farmgirl in Training
36 Posts
Steph
Nelson
British Columbia
Canada
36 Posts |
Posted - Jan 04 2016 : 7:21:42 PM
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Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a peaceful and well-fed holiday.
So for anyone who wants to continue on and do another book together, the usual way a book club buzzes along is with each person taking a turn to "host" meaning she chooses a book to read next and facilitates some discussion. Since we are a virtual club, I guess the easiest way to do this would be for the 2nd and then third (etc) people to join the club would be the next hostesses. I think Marie and Julie were next on board so maybe one of you would choose a book and invite us over for "tea""?
Just a thought!
Steph |
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PrairieIslander
Farmgirl in Training
36 Posts
Steph
Nelson
British Columbia
Canada
36 Posts |
Posted - Jan 04 2016 : 7:22:58 PM
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OH, and welcome Chelsea and Amy! :)
Steph |
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Song Sparrow
True Blue Farmgirl
1010 Posts
Amy
Talleyville
Delaware
USA
1010 Posts |
Posted - Jan 05 2016 : 04:28:53 AM
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Thanks, I'm so happy to be part of this book group!
Happy Day!
Peace in our hearts, peace in the world
Amy (Sister#6098) www.danaherandcloud.com
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3957 Posts |
Posted - Jan 05 2016 : 07:03:39 AM
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I believe Julie should pick the book because I just got The Name of the Wind from the library. Many people want to read it and I only have it for three weeks and I can't renew it. I'll still read this book too. If Julie cannot, I will still recommend a book for us all the read.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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Reading Room: Book Club anyone? |
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Book Club anyone?
