I know right, I go for what months with no posts and now 2 within days of each other. Blame it on the new meds I guess, lol. Anywho, I thought that since all I do really is work and read that I would share some of my most recent samplings.
Twenties Girl by Sophie Kinsella - LOVE LOVE LOVE this book. I didn't think she could write anything better than the Shopaholic books but I think this one might top it. It is a very touching and funny story, you know the kind where you are laughing through your tears sort of thing. It is not like some I have read that are horrible gut wrenching, slit your wrist sad or anything. It is definitely a good summer read
A Reliable Wife by Robert Goolrick - I stumbled on this book by accident and couldn't put it down. It is so deliciously dark and brooding and gothic. It starts out as what appears to be a typical mail order bride, turn of the century story that quickly gets turned on its head. About halfway through, you will stop and say, NO WAY, that did not just happen. Be warned, these are not happy shiny people. The story will draw you in totally though. I think I read this one is like 3 days. Really good stuff !!
Savannah Breeze and Savannah Blues by Mary Kaye Andrews - Here is another lady that has never written anything I didn't love. She is just laugh out loud funny. The characters in these books are the same ones that were in Blue Christmas. Love me some Bebe and Wheezie. I think I am so Wheezie with her junking habit. I would so have a shop like hers if I could. I hope that Mrs. Andrews writes more about these fun folks. The Loudermilks are just the funniest old folks EVER, lol.
the Outlander Series by Diana Gabaldon - Dear lord Shann, I could kill you for getting me so obsessed with a 7 book series where each book is like 850 pages, LOL LOL. I may never get out of Scotland. Of course, if I get to stay with Jamie Fraser, it would be so worth it. I am totally in mad love with these books. Despite the fact that some may disagree with me, I find Jamie to be ALMOST as swoon worthy as some vampires. (Please note Amelia I did say almost ) I am about to die to go to Scotland and find me some stones to fall through, lol. I just finished the 2nd book and I am about 150 pages into the third one. It is really good so far. I feel like I will be fluent in Gaelic by the time I am done. For a hopelessly romantic history nut like myself, you don't get much better than this.
Somewhere in the middle of all this I still find time for all my trashy fan fiction (an abnormally large amount) plus the 40 some odd magazines I think I can't live without, lol. I have also started rereading Eclipse before the movie comes out (3 weeks from today !!!!) and I would like to read that new Bree Tanner book before then too. Guess I better get started. Chow for now :)
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Monday, June 7, 2010
Random Musings on the MTV Awards
I know, I figure people thought I had forgotten how to blog. I really don't have a good excuse other than not enough time or laziness, both are pretty accurate. I watched most of the MTV awards last night and had several tidbits on my mind, so I thought I would share.
- I don't understand the appeal of those Jersey Shores people AT ALL !! The whole pre awards show was nothing but a big commercial for their new season. I am so sorry, but anyone who finds those horribly tanned icky boys attractive needs to have their heads examined. And don't even get me started on the girls.....definitely not a show I will be watching....it might melt my brain
- I can't help but feel old anytime I watch one of the awards show on here now. They always have people that I have never heard of. I consider myself a fairly well read person and I follow more gossip than is healthy...but there are still folks I have never heard of. Of course when you listen to most of them talk or sing...then you know why some people have no idea who they are.
- What the crap does Katy Perry see in Russell Brand....sorry....just don't get it
- I am so tired of everyone being so mean to Kristen Stewart. Yes, I know she is an odd little bird but I can't help it, I like her. My lord, she is only 20, she is just a baby. I can only imagine how scary it must be that every time you step outside you have crazy people calling your name and flashing cameras in your face. Yes, I know she is getting paid well for it, but that doesn't make it any easier to handle. I just wish people would stop being mean and just understand she is a shy awkward girl still trying to figure out her stuff.
_ My love for Robert Pattison remains...love the shorter hair..I can't wait to see his new movie with Reese Witherspoon, Water for Elephants. It is the next book on my to read list.
- Is is really essential that every other word be an f bomb. I mean I in no way claim that my language is perfect, far far from it. Also, an occasionally well placed f bomb can be humorous in certain situations. But last night was WAY over the top. I don't know that I have ever heard so many bleeps in one tv show. Seriously people...expand your vocabulary a little.
- Has anyone ever seen a better group of nominees than that for best male performance. Robert Pattison, Taylor Lautner, Channing Tatum, Zac Efron, and Daniel Radcliffe.......that list is a cougar's dream, LOL LOL
Ok, so that is rant for the day. I just had to get all that out. Now I can move on with my day. I really hope to start blogging more regularly, but I know myself better than to make any promises :)
- I don't understand the appeal of those Jersey Shores people AT ALL !! The whole pre awards show was nothing but a big commercial for their new season. I am so sorry, but anyone who finds those horribly tanned icky boys attractive needs to have their heads examined. And don't even get me started on the girls.....definitely not a show I will be watching....it might melt my brain
- I can't help but feel old anytime I watch one of the awards show on here now. They always have people that I have never heard of. I consider myself a fairly well read person and I follow more gossip than is healthy...but there are still folks I have never heard of. Of course when you listen to most of them talk or sing...then you know why some people have no idea who they are.
- What the crap does Katy Perry see in Russell Brand....sorry....just don't get it
- I am so tired of everyone being so mean to Kristen Stewart. Yes, I know she is an odd little bird but I can't help it, I like her. My lord, she is only 20, she is just a baby. I can only imagine how scary it must be that every time you step outside you have crazy people calling your name and flashing cameras in your face. Yes, I know she is getting paid well for it, but that doesn't make it any easier to handle. I just wish people would stop being mean and just understand she is a shy awkward girl still trying to figure out her stuff.
_ My love for Robert Pattison remains...love the shorter hair..I can't wait to see his new movie with Reese Witherspoon, Water for Elephants. It is the next book on my to read list.
- Is is really essential that every other word be an f bomb. I mean I in no way claim that my language is perfect, far far from it. Also, an occasionally well placed f bomb can be humorous in certain situations. But last night was WAY over the top. I don't know that I have ever heard so many bleeps in one tv show. Seriously people...expand your vocabulary a little.
- Has anyone ever seen a better group of nominees than that for best male performance. Robert Pattison, Taylor Lautner, Channing Tatum, Zac Efron, and Daniel Radcliffe.......that list is a cougar's dream, LOL LOL
Ok, so that is rant for the day. I just had to get all that out. Now I can move on with my day. I really hope to start blogging more regularly, but I know myself better than to make any promises :)
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Special K
I won't bother to offer any excuses as to why I am such a horrible blogger. I just need to make it more of a priority, simple is that. So, on with the good stuff.
Kendall Elizabeth Ledow - Whatever did we do before April 25, 2006?? This beautiful little girl has made every one's life a little brighter. She is the funniest person that I know. I would love to get inside her little head and see how she comes up with some of her silliness. She just melts my heart when she asks Aunt Christy to read or color with her. One of my favorite things in the world is spoiling her. I get in trouble with her mom sometimes, but I just can't help it. She loves all the sorts of things that I do, books, Barbies, princesses and of course purses and shoes. I feel truly blessed to be able to watch his special little girl grow up.
Katherine Elizabeth Gilliam - Kate the Great is my nickname for this perfect little girl. I must admit, there have been many times that I doubted you would ever arrive. When you are old enough, I want you to know just how very special you are. You see little one, you saved your mommy's life, in so many many ways. I get a little teary eyed just thinking about all the ways that you have healed some very old wounds for your mommy, wounds that all the love that your daddy or I could give her never really could. There are so many people who love you little one. I pray that you grow up with your mommy's common sense and your daddy's book sense. You will be smarter than us all then. Always know that Aunt Christy loves you very very much.
Sophie Kinsella - This author of the Shopaholic books is one of my favorites. No matter which book of hers I am reading, I always end up laughing out loud. Her most famous character, Rebecca Bloomwood, is so like me it is scary. If you love a good story and some great British humor, be sure to check some of her books out.
Kentucky Derby - I have always wanted to go to the Kentucky Derby. It just seems like something every good Southerner and sports fan should do at least once. Plus, how many sporting events do you know of where a stylish hat is required. Sounds like my kind of party, LOL.
That is my entry for the lovely letter K. I will have another edition of my book nook coming soon. I have been reading some of the most wonderful books lately that I need to share. Until next time friends.
Kendall Elizabeth Ledow - Whatever did we do before April 25, 2006?? This beautiful little girl has made every one's life a little brighter. She is the funniest person that I know. I would love to get inside her little head and see how she comes up with some of her silliness. She just melts my heart when she asks Aunt Christy to read or color with her. One of my favorite things in the world is spoiling her. I get in trouble with her mom sometimes, but I just can't help it. She loves all the sorts of things that I do, books, Barbies, princesses and of course purses and shoes. I feel truly blessed to be able to watch his special little girl grow up.
Katherine Elizabeth Gilliam - Kate the Great is my nickname for this perfect little girl. I must admit, there have been many times that I doubted you would ever arrive. When you are old enough, I want you to know just how very special you are. You see little one, you saved your mommy's life, in so many many ways. I get a little teary eyed just thinking about all the ways that you have healed some very old wounds for your mommy, wounds that all the love that your daddy or I could give her never really could. There are so many people who love you little one. I pray that you grow up with your mommy's common sense and your daddy's book sense. You will be smarter than us all then. Always know that Aunt Christy loves you very very much.
Sophie Kinsella - This author of the Shopaholic books is one of my favorites. No matter which book of hers I am reading, I always end up laughing out loud. Her most famous character, Rebecca Bloomwood, is so like me it is scary. If you love a good story and some great British humor, be sure to check some of her books out.
Kentucky Derby - I have always wanted to go to the Kentucky Derby. It just seems like something every good Southerner and sports fan should do at least once. Plus, how many sporting events do you know of where a stylish hat is required. Sounds like my kind of party, LOL.
That is my entry for the lovely letter K. I will have another edition of my book nook coming soon. I have been reading some of the most wonderful books lately that I need to share. Until next time friends.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
The Book Nook
Hello all, I thought that since the only thing that is any fun to do in the cold is curl up with a book, I decided to start my new little blog series. I have decided to keep track of the books I read this year by putting little tidbits on my blog. I am hoping this accountability will encourage me to read more and (my main problem) read a little more quickly. Here are a the last few I finished up 2009 with.
The Tsarina's Daughter by Carolly Erickson - Mrs. Erickson is one of my favorite historical fiction writers. This is the first book of hers that I have read that deals with Russia however. I have had a fascination for years with the family of the last czar of Russia, Nicholas II, and his family. All of them were murdered in 1918 during the Russian revolution. This book puts forth the idea, what if one of the daughters had survived. Many books have used this idea with Anastasia, but never Alexandria, like this one does. It is very dramatic and exciting with a smidge of romance mixed in. Even though you know how the real story ends, you will still be caught up in the this good read. I give it a strong A
The Vampire Diaries by L.J. Smith - OMG I discovered these books after I started watching the new tv show that is based on them. The books are SO much better. The show is good in its own right, but the only thing is has in common with the books is the names of the characters. They don't even look the same. Now please don't get me wrong, I adore Twilight and will be forever in love with Edward Cullen, but I must admit that The Vampire Diaries are at least as good and in many ways better. The female characters especially, Elena and her best friends Bonnie and Meredith are very strong brave young women. They are no one's victims and do a very good job of taking care of the drama themselves. Without the girls, none of the boy would stand a chance. This is very different from a weak and danger prone Bella. There are 4 books in the original series, The Awakening, The Struggle, The Fury and Dark Reunion. They are all pretty short quick reads. Recently the author has started a new series that is a continuation with the same characters. The first of these books is call The Return, Nightfall. I have it and it is the next book on my list to read. The second book in the new series comes out sometime in February I think. For all my friends that adored Twilight, these are a must read. A+++
Girls in Trucks by Katie Crouch - This is the book I chose as our book club selection this month. I don't want to give too much away here before everyone has a chance to read it. It is pretty short and is a super fast read. There are some very memorable characters and it is quite funny at times. Overall I give this one a B-.
The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane by Katherine Howe - This is my newest book that I started the other night. So far, I ADORE it. It switches back and forth between a current day Harvard Phd candidate named Connie who is starting her dissertation in history and Deliverance Dane, her ancestor that suffered during the Salem Witch Trials. It is very mysterious and I am totally hooked. I will tell you more about it when I finish. One fun thing I have discovered so far is that mandrakes, like the ones in Harry Potter are very real. They have been used for centuries and are mentioned in great literature throughout history. My new little fact for the week I guess.
I hope everyone is reading something fun too. I would love to hear about what everyone else is reading. Have a super weekend. Let's all try to survive the cold !!!!!
The Tsarina's Daughter by Carolly Erickson - Mrs. Erickson is one of my favorite historical fiction writers. This is the first book of hers that I have read that deals with Russia however. I have had a fascination for years with the family of the last czar of Russia, Nicholas II, and his family. All of them were murdered in 1918 during the Russian revolution. This book puts forth the idea, what if one of the daughters had survived. Many books have used this idea with Anastasia, but never Alexandria, like this one does. It is very dramatic and exciting with a smidge of romance mixed in. Even though you know how the real story ends, you will still be caught up in the this good read. I give it a strong A
The Vampire Diaries by L.J. Smith - OMG I discovered these books after I started watching the new tv show that is based on them. The books are SO much better. The show is good in its own right, but the only thing is has in common with the books is the names of the characters. They don't even look the same. Now please don't get me wrong, I adore Twilight and will be forever in love with Edward Cullen, but I must admit that The Vampire Diaries are at least as good and in many ways better. The female characters especially, Elena and her best friends Bonnie and Meredith are very strong brave young women. They are no one's victims and do a very good job of taking care of the drama themselves. Without the girls, none of the boy would stand a chance. This is very different from a weak and danger prone Bella. There are 4 books in the original series, The Awakening, The Struggle, The Fury and Dark Reunion. They are all pretty short quick reads. Recently the author has started a new series that is a continuation with the same characters. The first of these books is call The Return, Nightfall. I have it and it is the next book on my list to read. The second book in the new series comes out sometime in February I think. For all my friends that adored Twilight, these are a must read. A+++
Girls in Trucks by Katie Crouch - This is the book I chose as our book club selection this month. I don't want to give too much away here before everyone has a chance to read it. It is pretty short and is a super fast read. There are some very memorable characters and it is quite funny at times. Overall I give this one a B-.
The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane by Katherine Howe - This is my newest book that I started the other night. So far, I ADORE it. It switches back and forth between a current day Harvard Phd candidate named Connie who is starting her dissertation in history and Deliverance Dane, her ancestor that suffered during the Salem Witch Trials. It is very mysterious and I am totally hooked. I will tell you more about it when I finish. One fun thing I have discovered so far is that mandrakes, like the ones in Harry Potter are very real. They have been used for centuries and are mentioned in great literature throughout history. My new little fact for the week I guess.
I hope everyone is reading something fun too. I would love to hear about what everyone else is reading. Have a super weekend. Let's all try to survive the cold !!!!!
Friday, January 1, 2010
January Begins with a J
Ok, so here I am keeping to my word and actually blogging for 2 days in a row. Right it down folks, because lord knows how long I will keep this up. So in honor of the new year I bring you J and all its fun.
Jaime - of course I would have to start the letter J with her. I have known J for quite a long time now, it will be 10 years this spring I think. Wow, time has really flown by. We didn't get along all that well when we first met. I am weird and Jaime doesn't do meeting new people very well so it took us a little while to warm up to one another. Now, I love her like a sister. I was so proud to be in her wedding and be around to see little Noah come into this world. Though she doubts herself, Jaime is one of the strongest, hardworking people I know. I am amazed at her ability to work, go to grad school and take care of a husband and child all at the same time. Love you bunches J, I aspire every day to be a little more like you, and hope I never make it on your "disappear" list, LOL LOL.
January - as I covered yesterday, this is my least favorite month of the year. Maybe because it so cold and drab. I just have to spend a lot of time chasing off the mulleygrubs this time of year.
Jewelry - If you have ever seen me, then you know I love me some shiny things. I have been this way ever since high school. I was totally miserable at the grocery store because I couldn't wear rings or bracelets because they got in the way. I have WAY more jewelry than one person should. I could probably wear different stuff everyday and go on for weeks without wearing the same thing twice. I am not a snob about it though. I would wear million dollar earrings with a $5 necklace from Claire's. I know what I like and just like to mix it all together. But rest assured, no matter how much I have own, it will ALWAYS match, lol
Jane Eyre- Wow, this is one of my all time favorite books. I consider this to be the first "real" book I ever read. When I was in the 9th grade I was totally absorbed in all those teeny series books I used to get from Scholastic, like Couples or Cheerleaders or something like that. So Mrs. Smith told assigned us a book report and I knew better than to try to pick several pages of literary commentary out of Sweet Valley High so I went in search of something new. Initially, I admit I checked Jane Eyre out because I loved the gold embossed dark red leather cover of the copy in our school library. When I read it, I totally fell in love with this sad little girl and her search for herself and her romance with Mr. Rochester. Gotta love the Bronte sisters for some dark gothic romance. I highly recommend it. I consider it one of the essentials of mine.
J.K. Rowling - I think if I was ever privileged enough to get to meet Mrs. Rowling in person, I would fall to my knees and do a very poor Wayne's World imitation of "I'm not worthy, I'm not worthy" !! LOL LOL In my mind, authors don't come any more gifted or brilliant. When you read Harry Potter or watch the movies and to think that this whole wonderful world and all these characters came out of her imagination, even if you aren't a fan, you have to respect her talent. She is, in my opinion, the greatest living author today. I can't wait to read whatever she comes up with next. But wow, can you imagine the pressure. I mean seriously, how do you follow up on Harry? The stress must be incredible.
Ok, so there is my rambling on the letter J. I will try my best to keep up the new fond blogging habit. I will be thrilled if I can manage once a week at least to keep on the lookout for me. Have a great weekend. Happy 2010 !!
Jaime - of course I would have to start the letter J with her. I have known J for quite a long time now, it will be 10 years this spring I think. Wow, time has really flown by. We didn't get along all that well when we first met. I am weird and Jaime doesn't do meeting new people very well so it took us a little while to warm up to one another. Now, I love her like a sister. I was so proud to be in her wedding and be around to see little Noah come into this world. Though she doubts herself, Jaime is one of the strongest, hardworking people I know. I am amazed at her ability to work, go to grad school and take care of a husband and child all at the same time. Love you bunches J, I aspire every day to be a little more like you, and hope I never make it on your "disappear" list, LOL LOL.
January - as I covered yesterday, this is my least favorite month of the year. Maybe because it so cold and drab. I just have to spend a lot of time chasing off the mulleygrubs this time of year.
Jewelry - If you have ever seen me, then you know I love me some shiny things. I have been this way ever since high school. I was totally miserable at the grocery store because I couldn't wear rings or bracelets because they got in the way. I have WAY more jewelry than one person should. I could probably wear different stuff everyday and go on for weeks without wearing the same thing twice. I am not a snob about it though. I would wear million dollar earrings with a $5 necklace from Claire's. I know what I like and just like to mix it all together. But rest assured, no matter how much I have own, it will ALWAYS match, lol
Jane Eyre- Wow, this is one of my all time favorite books. I consider this to be the first "real" book I ever read. When I was in the 9th grade I was totally absorbed in all those teeny series books I used to get from Scholastic, like Couples or Cheerleaders or something like that. So Mrs. Smith told assigned us a book report and I knew better than to try to pick several pages of literary commentary out of Sweet Valley High so I went in search of something new. Initially, I admit I checked Jane Eyre out because I loved the gold embossed dark red leather cover of the copy in our school library. When I read it, I totally fell in love with this sad little girl and her search for herself and her romance with Mr. Rochester. Gotta love the Bronte sisters for some dark gothic romance. I highly recommend it. I consider it one of the essentials of mine.
J.K. Rowling - I think if I was ever privileged enough to get to meet Mrs. Rowling in person, I would fall to my knees and do a very poor Wayne's World imitation of "I'm not worthy, I'm not worthy" !! LOL LOL In my mind, authors don't come any more gifted or brilliant. When you read Harry Potter or watch the movies and to think that this whole wonderful world and all these characters came out of her imagination, even if you aren't a fan, you have to respect her talent. She is, in my opinion, the greatest living author today. I can't wait to read whatever she comes up with next. But wow, can you imagine the pressure. I mean seriously, how do you follow up on Harry? The stress must be incredible.
Ok, so there is my rambling on the letter J. I will try my best to keep up the new fond blogging habit. I will be thrilled if I can manage once a week at least to keep on the lookout for me. Have a great weekend. Happy 2010 !!
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