tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post2139398722942960493..comments2024-03-24T13:45:25.132-05:00Comments on Bookfoolery : Weekly Reading Update #6 - Reviews of Haiku Mind, A Taste of Salt, Learning to Bow and To the Moon and BackBookfoolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-63170998898775836462011-10-03T05:44:16.918-05:002011-10-03T05:44:16.918-05:00Bellezza,
LOL No, I'm just trying to eat goo...Bellezza,<br /><br />LOL No, I'm just trying to eat good foods and avoid anything high-fat, go easy on the Cokes (I *love* Coke), etc. Mostly, it's a matter of burning a lot of calories at the gym, I think. I have a personal trainer and she really works me. Some days, she'll put me on level 20 on the treadmill and I feel like I'm climbing mountains. <br /><br />Oh, definitely read that Jill Mansell! Her writing is a breath of fresh air. As to the JLC6 -- I am a terrible challenge host. I found that out early on, when I created the Chunkster Challenge. But, I'll bet you can find someone to take over, if you're tired of it. Maybe New Orleans Chris?Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-58482941893036052142011-10-02T20:42:23.113-05:002011-10-02T20:42:23.113-05:00So envious, and proud of you!, that you're dow...So envious, and proud of you!, that you're down three dress sizes. What, are you eating Fiona's food? :) I've put on the 7 I so painstakingly took off last year, and now debate taste vs. size on a daily basis.<br /><br />Love the reviews here, from Jill Mansell to all the Japanese titles. I have a Jill Mansell for my nook, as yet unread, and you've added to my already huge interest as far as Japanese literature/haiku goes. Pretty soon you can host the JLC6? :) XOXOBellezza https://www.blogger.com/profile/18073864187188953633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-37452996563144092072011-10-02T19:26:36.939-05:002011-10-02T19:26:36.939-05:00Thank you, Ms. Fizz!Thank you, Ms. Fizz!Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-7109521648413677972011-10-02T19:05:06.625-05:002011-10-02T19:05:06.625-05:00Congrats on fitting into the goal dress!Congrats on fitting into the goal dress!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-64473416402851455012011-09-29T14:28:58.735-05:002011-09-29T14:28:58.735-05:00Les,
Yeah. Like I said . . . not a precision law...Les,<br /><br />Yeah. Like I said . . . not a precision lawn-care service. But, at least they help keep the neighborhood from going totally to seed. :)<br /><br />I think it was really the cover art that drew me to pick up The Taste of Salt. So disappointing, really. I was hoping for more of a marine biologist story than a tragic tale of a woman who couldn't face up to life. <br /><br />Thanks. I'm so envious of your biking. Now that I can't run, I'd like to do something else outdoors but I'd have to haul my bike to the park and the park is actually too challenging -- very steep hills -- anyway. So, I'm stuck in a gym. But, I have a trainer who is really challenging me, so I'm happy. You always look good, silly girl! I'd put on a ton of weight. And, I do still have a long way to go, but at least I'm making progress. <br /><br />In the South, you need sundresses. Can't live without 'em.Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-76780011015327669912011-09-29T06:03:37.662-05:002011-09-29T06:03:37.662-05:00BTW, I can't wait to read Jill Mansell's b...BTW, I can't wait to read Jill Mansell's book!Leshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08345657431432380804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-12341699353657352412011-09-29T06:02:09.892-05:002011-09-29T06:02:09.892-05:00I love those spider lilies. Shame on those yard bo...I love those spider lilies. Shame on those yard boys!!<br /><br />The cover art for The Taste of Salt would've have sold me on the book, but it doesn't really sound like my cup of tea, so I'll just admire the artwork. :)<br /><br />Congrats on your shrinking hips! I've been doing a lot of biking and my clothes are feeling a bit more comfy, too. I'll probably have to hit the treadmill once it gets too cold/snowy/icy for riding, though. Keep up the good work! BTW, I think I only own one dress. :)Leshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08345657431432380804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-51211730012027273862011-09-28T23:03:30.789-05:002011-09-28T23:03:30.789-05:00Samantha,
I've read at least a dozen of Manse...Samantha,<br /><br />I've read at least a dozen of Mansell's books, I'm sure, and they're all equally entertaining. You have lots of fun reading in store, if you've only read one!!<br /><br />Thanks! I know exactly what you mean. It was joining a gym that finally saved me from myself. I kept saying, "Later, later." Then, a friend invited me to Zumba, I joined this wonderful little gym, and I took an intense class to try to really jump-start some weight loss. It's a slow process losing, when you let yourself go as long as I did, but such a great feeling to watch the inches melt away! My trainer, Rachel, really knows how to work me and "confuse the muscles" to get more out of them. <br /><br />Trish,<br /><br />Ha, could be anything. I've had the camera since right before Eldest's wedding, so close to two months. But, I had to borrow a lens for a while -- it'll take me some time to get the equipment I need. Next up will be a hot-shoe flash. Not surprising that things are a bit of a blur with baby and job!<br /><br />Thank you! I don't know that I could talk myself into working out on a lunch break. That would be hard. But, I'll bet you have to get up pretty early, as is, and are tired by the time you get home. Maybe long walks with baby would be the best thing, for now? There's only so much you can do with the limited time you've got, I'm sure. But, anyway, you look terrific and you're enjoying your little love bug. That's what's most important, eh?Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-15525061588156572002011-09-28T21:06:12.278-05:002011-09-28T21:06:12.278-05:00Yes, it might have been these spider lillies. Who ...Yes, it might have been these spider lillies. Who knows--everything is kind of a blur to me these days. But they are quite beautiful.<br /><br />And congrats on the dress sizes!! Every week I tell myself that I'm going to hit the treadmill at lunch but...but...but... Need to just buckle down and do it!Trish @ Love, Laughter, Insanityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17225576485797030511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-26821158940385483352011-09-28T20:51:48.109-05:002011-09-28T20:51:48.109-05:00I've read one book by Mansell and really enjoy...I've read one book by Mansell and really enjoyed it. I'm looking forward to reading her newest one as it sounds like a fun read. Congrats on all of the weight loss. I'm working on TRYING to find the time to work out myself but most days it gets the better of me :) Soon...samantha.1020https://www.blogger.com/profile/04124614710493747821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-23769809941034608122011-09-28T18:57:53.239-05:002011-09-28T18:57:53.239-05:00Care,
Did I send you the one Mansell you've r...Care,<br /><br />Did I send you the one Mansell you've read? I have a vague memory of sending one out to someone else, but I can't recall if it was you. <br /><br />Yes, I am going to review. LOL It's kind of ridiculous why I didn't. I just blasted through it so fast that I didn't take the time to mark any quotes and thought, "Wait! I need quotes! I'll read it, again!" Then, summer ate my brain. This time, there were many pretty Post-its involved in the reading. Loved it just as much. I just left Paris, where someone fell on the steps. <br /><br />Thank you!Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-165790353525691422011-09-28T17:14:12.611-05:002011-09-28T17:14:12.611-05:00Pretty, pretty spider lilies!
I have only read on...Pretty, pretty spider lilies!<br /><br />I have only read one Mansell but I do not disagree with your desc of her talent. I look forward to reading more by her.<br /><br />I like your thoughts on the SVB desc. Are you actually going to write a review this time?<br /><br />Congrats on the dress size number being smaller!Carehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06478474870247729611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-2582808742946259562011-09-28T10:29:43.716-05:002011-09-28T10:29:43.716-05:00Jill,
Why, thank you! That's high praise, in...Jill,<br /><br />Why, thank you! That's high praise, indeed. I love all of your books, of course -- I'm sure you knew that from previous reviews. I'll be sending To the Moon and Back to a friend who hasn't read your work (and who works in a bookstore . . . so she'll have opportunities to recommend you to the right readers). :)<br /><br />Spider lilies are lovely, especially up close. They fade too rapidly, though! I miss them, already.<br /><br />Marg,<br /><br />I'm so glad you enjoyed Simon's book!! I plowed through Henry's letters, last night, and I was thinking about you and Kelly as I read -- just imagining what it was like to read around them. <br /><br />Jill Mansell's books are always a breath of fresh air, aren't they? I still have the titles I ordered from Amazon UK, when her books weren't available in the U.S. I can't bear to part with them!<br /><br />Thank you! Saturday may have been the best day I've had in 2011: The day I discovered I have a waistline, again. :)<br /><br />Jenclair,<br /><br />Aren't spider lilies lovely? I wish I'd had my camera with me, when I first spotted them in Kiddo's little college town. Someone had planted a lengthy row of them and it would be fun to take a photo of such a long line of red flowers. They were gone, by the time I returned.<br /><br />I sort of wish I'd given up on The Taste of Salt. To be honest, the only reason I finished . . . it was a quick read. I had a feeling I knew what was going to happen and I was right. It wasn't surprising and it was a downer. Fortunately, I've enjoyed absolutely everything else I've read, lately, so I just moved on. Sometimes a downbeat book can send me into a slump. Not so, this time.<br /><br />Zibilee,<br /><br />Oh, yes, definitely check out Learning to Bow. It's excellent. I also enjoyed Abraham by Feiler. He is a sharp writer, very insightful.<br /><br />Thank you! I'm really thrilled about the weight loss. I was getting to the point that knee pain was keeping me from accomplishing much of anything, but working out and losing weight have made a huge difference.Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-40324841610691282802011-09-28T08:57:17.559-05:002011-09-28T08:57:17.559-05:00I also really like the sound of Learning to Bow, a...I also really like the sound of Learning to Bow, and think that is one that I am going to need to check out!<br /><br />I am so proud of you with the weight loss! I know how hard it can be to shed even one pound, so 3 dress sizes is amazing! What a wonderful job you are doing! Keep up the good work!Zibileehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07443338685890187334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-37533133302984471782011-09-28T08:40:25.136-05:002011-09-28T08:40:25.136-05:00Spider lilies are one of my favorites! Beautiful ...Spider lilies are one of my favorites! Beautiful pic, Nancy.<br /><br />I abandoned The Taste of Salt; it just didn't hold my interest. Now, I'm really glad I didn't finish!jenclairhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06046532245054911248noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-45881677721713298392011-09-28T06:27:26.655-05:002011-09-28T06:27:26.655-05:00I just finished reading Everything Beautiful Bega...I just finished reading Everything Beautiful Began After and really enjoyed it! I also really enjoy Jill Mansell's books and To the Moon and Back is no different!<br /><br />Well done on your weight loss!Marghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13508430635744720721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-55547544059210648592011-09-28T02:53:23.252-05:002011-09-28T02:53:23.252-05:00Hi, and thanks so much -again - for such a beautif...Hi, and thanks so much -again - for such a beautiful review. You always describe my books so well - better than I ever could! I'm so thrilled you enjoyed this one. Am also delighted to have been introduced to Spider Lilies, which I'd never heard of before either. Gorgeous!<br />Love<br />Jill xxxJill Mansellnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-13415190211476242352011-09-27T19:53:29.139-05:002011-09-27T19:53:29.139-05:00Kathy,
Learning to Bow is excellent. If I rated ...Kathy,<br /><br />Learning to Bow is excellent. If I rated books, it would be a 5-star. <br /><br />Thanks! It's such fun fitting back into old clothes that I liked. I'm throwing out anything that no longer appeals to me, also, which is kind of fun and freeing.Bookfoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08247136634069540446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29370872.post-88241883869486597722011-09-27T19:50:23.946-05:002011-09-27T19:50:23.946-05:00Learning to Bow sounds like my kind of book. Cong...Learning to Bow sounds like my kind of book. Congratulations on the weight loss - keep up the good work!bermudaonionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10726401178972099557noreply@blogger.com