I had a very nice weekend and managed to accomplish quite a bit. I continued creating some and I feel good about how my preparations are going so far for the studio tour but of course I’ve never done anything like this so who knows. I can imagine that I may be running around quite a bit on Saturday doing last minute things.
Sunday I managed to step away and meet up with Carin and her book group. We discussed The Gates by John Connolly which I think for the most part most members seemed to enjoy. I loved the book group. Everyone was very welcoming and we shared quite a few laughs so I am looking forward to joining again.
Lately I have been sticking with just one book and not my usual 4-5 books I juggle. I’ve had a lot of DNFs this year and I think this is actually helping me figure out right away whether I want to stick with the book or not. I miss not having several books on-going but with my current limited time I think this works best.
So what am I reading right now? A Friend of the Family by Lauren Grodstein. From a blurb: “A riveting story in the tradition of The Ice Storm, American Beauty, and Little Children, charting a father’s fall from grace as he struggles to save his family, his reputation, and himself.”
I’ve just started this and can already see the warning red flags for some of the characters.
And, before I forget, I’m participating in Eco-Libris Green Books Campaign this week. Can’t wait to tell you about the book so stay tuned.
Oh, no! I’m sorry that this book isn’t working for you, but you know — if it’s not working, then don’t waste time on it and definitely implement the DNF process!!
It was Diwali this weekend, and we had superb time here. 🙂
I too had a lot of DNFs and I think it is good, there are loads of good books that need reading 😉
I hope you have fun doing Green Books Challenge.
I think I’ve one book marked DNF to date; it’s a YA novel and though the premise sounds intriguing, I don’t understand why it didn’t manage to capture my attention. I blame it on my mood change, LOL. That said, I hope to pick up the book again in the near future.
I’m glad you’re participating in the Green Books Campaign as well! Can’t wait to read your review. 🙂
Ah, I totally missed the boat with the Green Books Campaign. I meant to sign up but life collapsed upon me and I couldn’t get out.
Coffee and a Book Chick – Oh no, this book is good so far and hopefully will not become a DNF 🙂 But I have had quite a few this year. Granted I don’t know if it may be me and not the books! ha.
Veens – How wonderful! Do you have any pics of your celebration? And, would you say to someone Happy Diwali?
Melody – Lucky you! I don’t know what’s been going on with me but normally I don’t count books that I give up early on because sometimes I tend to switch books but these DNFs I’ve gotten through more than half way and still end up putting aside. That’s pretty rare for me. And, thanks to you I’m participating in the campaign Melody! I remember seeing that on your blog and thinking I should join 🙂
Sandy – Life collapsed upon me… haha.. Not to laugh but there have been times this year when I’ve certainly thought that! I have missed so many blogging related things and it’s a bit of a bummer but what can you do right? There’s always the next readathon or challenge or whatever.
I hope you are enjoying A Friend of the Family….I did enjoy the audio version.
Sadly, I cannot remember the last time I truly felt accomplished 😛 My weekends just seem to fly by these days. That’s wonderful that you had such a great time with the book group! I keep wanting to join one in my area, but being so shy doesn’t help…
The book group sounds really fun. I still haven’t ventured out to find a new one in the Dallas area, but my reading has dipped so much lately it would probably be pointless. Blah!
Glad you had a productive weekend!
You meet up with Carin?! How lucky are you?!Hopefully a Friend of the Family worked out for you.