Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 9:33PM We have reviewed, discussed, questioned and answered. The final 'boutique' piece is the party.
Novel Gathering Ideas for The Three Weissmanns of Westport coming soon. Any scotch drinkers out there? That may be our drink of choice for this one.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 10:43PM Our Questions and Answers for The Three Weissmanns of Westport is now complete. Join in the discussion.
Friday, May 17, 2013 at 11:42PM The Three Weissmanns of Westport stirred up much emotion and debate on the topics of marriage, family and divorce. While we tried to stay true to the story, and interpret what author Cathleen Schine was trying to portray, personal experiences influenced how we responded to a few of the questions.
Our Q & A for this months boutiqued book, 'THE THREE WEISSMANNS OF WESTPORT' will be published soon.
Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 10:17AM Maxine's latest review, Rage Against the Dying by Becky Masterman was a chilling thriller from beginning to end.
Friday, May 10, 2013 at 10:16PM I am proud of my mom. By the time I came along, youngest of five, mom had mastered domesticity. She was a happy immigrant lady, living a full, busy life. When I began school full time, my mother went to work. I was dismayed. I did not understand why she couldn't always be home. She probably tried to explain it to me, however, in my mind, this was a direct attack.
Time passed and I resolved myself with my new 'working mom'. I remember one evening my mom was doing what she called homework. I giggled and told her only students have homework. She informed me that she enrolled in a program at the local college. WHAT! She was worried because while she spoke English well she did not read it well.
That was the day I began reading to my mom. She often had Readers Digest or Harlequin Romances stacked around the house. We would read together, sounding out words and blushing at the 'icky' parts. Her determination to learn inspired my daily reading. A habit (and love) that I still have today.
I look back now and marvel at my mom the trailblazer. She continually upgraded her schooling and worked until she wanted to begin a new chapter called retirement. We still talk about what book we are reading. If it is one we both have read we can be on the telephone awhile. I look forward to spending time with her this summer, reading by the lake, sipping coffee, then changing to something cooler as the day goes on.
As the generations carry on, I am so honored to report that this love of reading has been passed on to my daughter, and so on and so on and so on. Here's hoping.
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY. Share your story about reading with mom. I would love to hear them.
Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 11:06PM For me, Stella, the cover did not say enough about The Three Weissmanns of Westport. At first glance, I find the cover to be plain and uninteresting, the complete opposite of the tale it is wrapped around.
Maxine and I are discussing The Three Weissmanns of Westport and the jacket design is not the only area where our opinions diverge. It is making for an interesting chat. We are not yet ready to share our discussion, when we are, you will be the first to know.
Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 11:12PM Our May selection for The Book Boutique is The Three Weissmanns of Westport. While Maxine was happy with the jacket design and quality of writing, she felt character development was lacking. View Maxine's Rating here, The Three Weissmanns of Westport.
Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at 10:25AM This month we have taken "The Three Weissmanns of Westport" off our shelf.
Enjoy this crafty and clever novel by Cathleen Schine.
Saturday, April 27, 2013 at 10:59PM Our winter was brutal. I think many of us can say that this year. Today there was a glimmer of hope. A beautiful sunny and warm day. Many people in the neighborhood were cleaning their yards, raking last years leaves, and sweeping a neglected garage. Me? I was sitting in my backyard contemplating my summer reading plans. What do I want or need to read? What classic will I revisit or be introduced to for the first time? Will I add a romance? Autobiography? New releases that I have been anticipating? Today my quest for the best summer reading began. Stay tuned.
Share your summer reading ideas with me.
I will leave you with a quote I often tape up in February,
"What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness."
John Steinbeck
Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 9:14PM Solving the world’s problems over a few glasses of wine, my friends and my conversation turned to giggles and chuckles. Who makes us laugh? We inevitably began talking about Saturday Night Live. We loved Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, Norm Macdonald, and the oldies. I remember watching an episode a while back where Jason Segel was the host. It reminded me of shows of the 80's. I got a good solid belly laugh.
I hear Jason Segel is writing a three book series for Random House with the first book titled, "Nightmares!". I believe the series is aimed at the 9-12 age group and is about facing your fears, being brave, and ultimately saving their town.
Will this series be funny, or inspirational? I am sure a bit of both. We will find out in the fall of 2014. I say anything that gets our kids reading is fine by me. Kudos Jason Segel.