sarah canary - I too love Christopher Moore - I think Lamb is one of those underrated books that more people should read - I might have to post on that thread now that you have reminded me of Moore. It also reminds me that I used to love Tom Robbins although I haven't seen anything from him in years. He reminds me very much of Moore (or vice versa, lol) I will definitely have to read Sarah Canary - our tastes seem too similiar to pass it by.

Carolyn - Glad to see another Louisvillian on here. I'm a transplant myself but I've been here long enough now that I think it counts.

Oh, Brenda, I hope you do read Sarah Canary. I do have to warn you, though, Fowler has a very quirky sense of humor, which I absolutely love. This would probably be one of the most unusual books you would ever read.

Let me know what you think if you do read it.

BTW - I loved Lamb ... "Surrender Dorothy."

bwilliams, maybe we can have lunch sometime and talk books until we are blue in the face. I've taken up lunching as a major cause since retirement. You can reach me at cnewlen@bellsouth dot com.

elliot, welcome!

>Also, I have a bad habit of buying more books than we can read

I'm shocked, shocked I tell you! (you'll fit in here just fine!)

Since it looks as if all the "old" folks are re-introducing themselves, I will join in. I was very active on this site for a time, lurked even more often, but have been away for a couple of years.

It occurred to me that when I was browsing around bn.com to see what looked good, I didn't have my usual wish list that I always had when I visited here more regularly. This site has provide more than a few titles for my shelves.

I am Jayne, in south-central Ohio. A wife, mother of 3, and a 29-year high school English teacher. When I am not reading, I am quilting.

I enjoy historical fiction most of all, but also have an interest in 'literary' books and memoirs. I just finished She Got Up Off the Couch. Reminded me a bit of Glass Castle.

I am pleased to learn of Bradbury's sequel to DW, which just might be my all-time favorite book.

I'm an avid lurker, but a rare poster. I love seeing some of the regulars re-introduce themselves! I find I'm usually wrong when I have guessed the gender behind the username! How funny!

I love to read almost anything I can get my hands on, but lately if it's not a book club assignment, then it's something that is eco/green/vegetarian-based. Happily, there is plenty out there.

AND, the reason why I'm posting, I want to thank captainbackfire (thought you were a he) for mentioning a sequel to DW! That is one of my all time favorite books! I am so excited I am going to reread DW and then hunt down that sequel (and due to time constraints and the reality of two small children, rereading is a real luxury I rarely afford myself). This is the best website ever.

How did I miss this?
Welcome back Rayma - I loved your stories and look forward to more.

I am Kath, 48 for a couple more days *g*, married for nearly 28 years with two sons, 20 and 17. I work in a book shop and can't believe my luck!
I like crime, historical fiction and contemporary fiction, but also read some history. This site is one of my favourites as it is so friendly and also so informative.

Well, if we're re-introducing, then I feel I ought to join in.

I'm Martin - I've been here for a long time - I think around 1999 was when I joined. I certainly remember Rayma (hi!) there. I still remember laughing till the tears ran down my face about the antics of Psycho-Bird!

I'm now fifty two - doesn't time fly! I'm a Brit, and I work for a large US bank in the City. I'm married with three step-daughters - two now graduated, and the third just gone to university. The place seems empty. But my nine-year-old daughter is trying her best to make enough noise to fill it again.

Like all my family, I'm a massive Harry Potter fan. But I also like "serious" literature. I'm not much of a fan of non-fiction, though there are a few exceptions - I prefer novels. I'm the resident Booker Prize geek, and I also run the Paul Gallico and Stan Barstow websites. Which reminds me - I haven't been on and looked at these for a while. If I'm pointing people here at them again, I really must do a tidy-up!

Re-intro (mmm, sounds spacey. oh, thats entry) I'm Cindy, I live in Arizona, I recently turned 50 and actually think its the best year in my life! I teacher children with hearing loss, have a husband of 17 years, and have 4 cats. We travel (husband and I, not cats) as much as the American dollar will allow, read (him sci fi and graphic novels, me anything I can get my hands on), hunt for antiques, and try to stay out of trouble. Found this place a few years back, love the people here, love the site - welcome all you newbies and lurkers!

My life has changed since my last introduction so here's a new one. I left my job with a major computer company almost two years ago and now am a very active volunteer with the local Master Gardeners, with Project Linus (knitting for sick children), and with Brookside Gardens (a local display garden). I also spend a good deal of time in my own garden where I specialize in roses but also grow a little of everything I can squeeze in. I have a wonderful adopted Standard Schnauzer who is my best friend and makes sure I don't spend too much time away from home so I can take him for lots of walks.

My reading preference is non-fiction (history and biographies) but I probably read just as much or more fiction, especially thrillers of various types. Lately I've listened to many more books than I have read because I can do that while working on other things.

Martin, Cindy and myself...3 50-year-olds. Interesting.

Crazydogs, I know the captain part throws people, but there is a story behind the name. About 4 years ago, when pop singer John Mayer was becoming well known, my then-18-yr.-old daughter was in love with him. We listened to his CD over and over. In one song the speaker talks about being tongue-tied and feeling awkward on a date - everything goes wrong - so... "just call me Captain Backfire." We liked the line and the name, so I use it when I can.

I have been lurking for several years and have just began to post.

I am a 51 yr. old psychiatric nurse. I live in Indiana with my daughter, a nursing student, and a Boston Terrier named Mort.

My idea of heaven is sitting on the screened in porch with Mort and a good book.

Re-introducing: I've been a member of this wonderful site for several years -- joined when Spike was the moderator. My reading tastes are very eclectic and hard to categorize, I think. I do enjoy biography, memoir, and historical novels, if the research is accurate.

I worked in libraries for years, both private and public. Now, I am doing some editing, and working on my first novel. I've lived in Georgia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Boston, and France. Just now, I'm settled in Tidewater, Virginia, near the historic sites of Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown.

I live in a house surrounded by trees, adore hiking in the nearby woods, photographing wildflowers and birdwatching. (Thus, my monniker of woodnymph).

Since we are re-introducing ourselves, my name is Liz and I am a Brit who lives in the Panhandle of Texas -- long way from home, but now I have two homes -- here and England.

I am married to a non-reader but we both enjoy working out and doing hosts of other things. I like to read literary fiction, autobiographies, and non-fiction on a variety of subjects (varies from day to day).

I have a tottering TBR pile that seems to grow exponentially. I have just had the FoL book sale so the TBR pile is reaching dangerous proportions at the moment.

I have two dogs (Australian Shepherd and a black mutt) and an ancient cat who likes to scream.

The moniker comes from a derivative of "Limey" in case you're wondering. Plus I like Lemonheads the candy/sweets.

Hello All,

I just found you tonight. I am 53 years old and will be retiring at the end of the year. So looking forward to that. I love to garden( which is how I ended up here on the web, googled antique roses and here I am 9 months later), babysit my 10 year old and 4 year old grandsons, and read,read,read.

I've read lots of fiction over the years,but now read mostly about gardening. My husband swears that when I die he can retire off of the proceeds of selling all of my garden books.

I inherited about 2500 magazines from my sister (all gardening with a few beautiful home). I'm looking forward to digging into them. I'm also really interested in anything that will teach me how to live off of the land.

ColorMeConfused - I also won't walk out of my door without taking something to read with me.

williedoyle - I would love to pick your brains on living self sufficient on the land.

My latest nongardening reads are: a collection of Jackie Kennedy Onnasis' favorite poetry, G.R.I.T.S. (Girls Raised In The South), the Bible, all of Frances Mayes' books on Tuscany, and various cereal boxes!!

Looking forward to broadening my horizons with all of you.

Betty

Welcome, Betty. You sound like a Readers Paradise kind of person! Cereal boxes are fair game when all else fails.

Hello and welcome to all the new members!

I'm Netla. I'm Icelandic, which makes me a minority of one on this forum (at least if there are other Icelanders here they have not yet come out of the woodwork).

I live in Reykjavík, which is the capital of Iceland. I'm single, work in an office and translate on the side. I'm trying to break into literary translation.

I am a literary omnivore, but my favourite genres are mysteries, historical novels and non-fiction foodie books.

I also hang out on the cooking forum.

I don't post regularly, but do read, and learn from, the posts on the forum nearly every day. I'm one of "those" readers for whom reading is as essential as food (love to combine the two) and will read cereal boxes or directions in a manual if nothing else if available. I revere libraries, indeed I work in one on a very part-time basis, have two children, husband, cats and a dog--a standard schnauzer. Frances, aren't they wonderful?

North of Baltimore is my home; I grew up in south central PA (like several posters here) and lived "out west" for a while. I'm not sure I could move again unless I could take my bookclub, started by a friend and myself, along with me.

Re-introducing ourselves, are we? I'm 54, retired from being a nuclear engineer 6 years ago, turned into a "lady who lunches and does committee work." After a lifetime of working exclusively among men and having male best friends, the immersion in estrogen has been delightful. No spouse, no spawn. I enjoy reading science fiction, mysteries, history, archaeology, science magazines, and gardening books. True crime doesn't engage me, romance novels usually irritate me. I have the greatest respect for well crafted short stories and actually prefer drama to the novel.

I suppose I might as well re-introduce myself. I'm a full-time, working mom, with two young girls, who are in pre-K and 2nd grade this year. My work colleagues might as well be children, so it is nice to escape to this fine site and have some adult conversation. I've been rather manic-depressive in my reading habits over the years. Some years I read a lot; other years go by and I read very little. I've developed no particular depth in any one genre and often hop around, reading a little of this or that, but recently my staples have been science fiction, fantasy, and historical fiction, with the occasional literary novel thrown in. I'm proud to say that for the last few years, I've reached a steady equilibrium I can live with in my reading, and it helps me to remember what I've read if I have someone to share my thoughts with.

Another re-introduction, here. I'm Sheri - the Z6 is my gardening zone that was somehow tacked on when I registered with Glyphs way back when. I'm Connecticut born and bred, and I've loved this forum since I found it a number of years ago. I'm a writer by trade and have worked for big corporations and as a freelancer. Right now I'm a SAHM to my DS and DD, ages 8 and 12. I have a wonderful DH who has patiently put up with towering piles of my books all over the house for the past 15 years. Our family also includes a Border Collie who keeps us all on our toes.

I read sci-fi in my teens and twenties, romances and best sellers in my 30's and now have a definite preference for non-fiction in my 40's. I'm also an unabashed fan of Nora Roberts, the one and only romance writer I read.

Welcome to all new posters! You're going to like it here.

My re-introduction: My age is 63, and retired from teaching Physics in a small Canadian city; and it is a most wonderful life that I lead. I spend my time in Canada in the summers, and in Southern California in the winters. I am enjoying the company of my wife and grandson, playing at amateur radio, and doing a whole lot of the experiments that I did not have time for during my working career. I read the RP site daily, but seldom post. In my mind, the posts on RP represent "quality thinking", and I truly enjoy them. My reading time, other than the journals I still subscribe to, happens mainly during the winter. Actually, I find it astounding that some of you can regularly read up to four books per week.
Chris; I spent some time working in a linear accelerator in my younger years. I envy you. You must have interesting stories to tell.

Regards,
Bob

And my re-intro: I live just outside Washington DC, work freelance in publishing (college/professional medical and science), am an avid gardener, have 2 teens, a husband, and belong to 2 book groups. I read all kinds of things, mostly fiction. But I also enjoy memoirs, biographies, and non-fiction tales about exploration (particularly polar exploration). I just finished reading Black Swan Green, and I'm now re-reading The Handmaid's Tale and Turn of the Screw. Always on a hunt for the Next Good Book. (My thanks to colormeconfused, who once mentioned RP on another forum, so I checked it out and now swear by it... I mostly lurk but am always interested in learning about what others are reading, and get lots of ideas here.)

Cheers!
Karen

I'll jump in here too:-)

My name is Kelly, and I discovered Reader's Paradise 3 or 4 years ago, just randomly trolling the internet. I lurk frequently, but post seldom. I've gotten lots of great book selections from this site--every time I'm here, I find myself dragging out my TBR notebook to write more books down.

I live in a very small town in Iowa (population only 1200). I've lived here all my life. I am married and have three kids ages 5,5, and almost 4. I used to work in a daycare center before my twins were born, but quit to stay home with them full time.

Obviously, I love to read. I'm open to pretty much any type of book except romance or the so-called "chick lit". Mostly I read historical fiction, classics, and literary fiction. Recently I've discovered reading challenges, which has been so addicting! I'm participating in about 10 right now, including one to read all the Booker winners, Pulitizer Prize winners, and at least one work by each Nobel prize winner. Needless to say, this task will take me several years;-).

Great to "meet" all the new people, and I see plenty of regulars on here that I already recognize.

Kelly

It feels good to finally creep down out of the stacks and introduce myself. I'm Brandy. I've lurked here for close to 7 years and never posted. I frequently find myself wanting to join in a discussion as the topics are relevant and interesting. I'm impressed by how everyone seems so polite and intelligent, and most importantly committed to discussing BOOKS. I'm not much for forums or online communities, so I've chickened out in the past--afraid I will commit some newbie indiscretion and be shunned before ever getting to really participate. But I've finally decided to be brave.

I'm in my early thirties, married to a non-reader and mother to a toddler-who I hope takes after his mom when it comes to loving literature. My family enjoys spending time outdoors gardening and camping.

I work full-time for a magazine, trying to organize creatives, which often feels like shoveling snow in a blizzard.

Having an active youngster at home curbs my leisure activities, but I try to carve out time to attend concerts--I am an avid music fan, see plays and most importantly whittle down an ever-growing tower of TBR selections.

My reading preferences run primarily to classics, literary fiction, historical fiction, fantasy, mysteries and non-fiction usually relating to the Elizabethan era. I think i might be forgetting something-it's hard to keep track when I've been known to read the warnings on a toothpaste tube if desperate.

I particpate in a monthly reading group. They think I'm a genius for all my great book suggestions, little do they know I've stolen practically all of them from this forum.

So now maybe I've just realized the fear that kept me from posting all these years--is this too long for an introduction? I promise not to be as long-winded in future posts. I hope to contribute to the discussions and make some new bibliophile friends. Please don't hesitate to point me in the right direction, I'm new to this.

I just joined this forum and already think its great! I am a middle-aged Medical Transcriptionist with a passion for books. I collect antique children's books when I can. (I also read them). *L*

I enjoy history, biography, true crime, forensices (textbooks and nonfiction), psychology, sociology, and (I admit) some paranormal and occult books as well as a few fiction now and then.

I have already found a number of books I wish to try just from reading the posts in this forum. I'm sure I'll find even more soon.

Welcome to all the newbies!

We love it when new people join us-and no-no intro is too long LOL! I know I enjoy hearing about people and their lives.

I haven't been posting much lately although I do pop in to ck on everyone and what they are reading.
I have been in training for another volunteer job I will be starting-along with the one I have been doing the last 4 yrs since I supposedly retired.
So that all cuts into my reading time & computer time too, but volunteering is very rewarding.

Pat

Hi all, I posted this on another thread, so just copied and pasted it here. I am recently widowed, I live in the mid west in a 2 year old patio home. I have two friends in the development who emotionally supported me while my husband was in the care home. Now they keep me busy, shopping and lunching out, it's hard to find reading time. My first grade teacher got me hooked on books by reading to the class, when she stopped I started taking books home to read. I have been reading ever since then using the public library. My favorite books are historical novels...not the romances, the pioneers, pilgrims, etc.. I just bought......and am re-reading the Outlander series. That's some heavy reading, about 800 pages per book and 6 in the series. I also like The Earth Children Series. I ran out of historical novels years ago and went to books about strong women, Danielle Steele's books for example. I like light reading most of the time, books like The Little Lady Agency by Hester Brown, her second was Little Lady, Big Apple. I like Fern Michaels, they are such an easy read which helps at my age. I especially like her Sisterhood Series and Hey Good Looking. Another one I like is Night Swimming by Robin Schwarz. The list goes on and on. I am starting to build a small library for my home and have bought some of the books I have read over the years. I now have around 77 hardback books and am waiting to get shelves built for them. I am also a movie buff. I have 300 movies.

I've been away from RP for a while, but have participated off and on for a long time (8-10 years, I believe, if that's possible). I'm currently holed up in my house with pneumonia, so I've taken the time to catch up with what's being discussed - as always, very enlightening. I found this thread on page 2 and decided to add my own reintroduction.

I'm 56, single, and work as a technical writer in Columbia, Missouri. I belong to a local book club and take advantage of many of the cultural opportunities so easily available and affordable to those of us who live in university towns - concerts, films, lectures, an annual community One Read program, etc. I enjoy traveling and look forward to doing more when I get the day-to-day reality of a job behind me. (I'm envious of my retired friends!) I usually manage a trip abroad every 2-3 years, but this year ventured only as far as Estes Park, Colorado - one of my favorite destinations.

Book club selections and suggestions from RP definitely broaden my reading horizons, taking me out of my comfort zone of quality fiction and the occasional biography. I've enjoyed catching up with the old-timers on this thread, and meeting some of the steady flow of newcomers who expose us to new ideas and opinions. Thanks to all of you who keep this site interesting and lively. -- Kathy T

Hi all...I'm 30 years old with 2 children, my youngest is 6 months. I also have 2 step children, very non-traditional family. I have always loved to read, it's always been my escape, if you will. Takes me away from my life and in to someone elses. I can never find anyone that shares my enthusiasm for reading and sometimes I'll read a good book and am busting at the seams to discuss it with someone. I just recently joined and have been browsing the discussion topics and am eager to jump in.

Welcome, nomer. You've found the perfect forum for sharing your enthusiasm about books. We'll look forward to discussing them with you. -- Kathy

Just joined this Website a few months ago. Could hardly believe my luck when I happened on it!

Since I don't have a computer at home -- just at work -- it's hard for me to post often. Some places I temp at have "entertaining" Websites fire-walled. So you won't see me all the time. There may be 3-month periods when I don't get here at all. (Bah!!)

I live in New York City. Was born in the Midwest. Came here when a sophomore in college. Was in show business and modelling. Have done tons of traveling -- U.S., Canada, Caribbean, U.K. (including Ireland), Europe, South America. I really like to go to exotic places!

Although I love to read (just about *anything*!), I get a thrill out of seeing movies, plays (on and off Broadway), operas, parades (esp. Macy's Thanksgiving Day), and going to street festivals. Am definitely a "big city girl". (But, one who likes to cook... Make a "mean" apple pie, so I'm told!) For get-aways -- it's the ocean or mountains.

I like to go browsing at the Strand Bookstore, Partners & Crime (fine used/new mystery bookstore - west Village), and Borders Books.

Occasionally, I do volunteer work (since I'm single w/out dependents, I have quite a bit of spare time -- *sometimes*!). Have helped out at the New/Used Bookstore-Cafe in Soho (helps homeless people w/AIDS-HIV). Also directing/voice-over reading of books for Reading for the Blind and Dyslexic. I like to do my part once in awhile!

Well, I guess that's enough for now --- before you get tired of hearing about me!*^$@!

Nice to meet you, lauramarie. Love your city!

laura, I first visited your city about 5 years ago and have been in love with it ever since. We try to make it there once a year at least for a few days before flying somewhere else. There is so much life and energy its hard to resist (tho I don't think I could live with that much vibration very long!) Whereabouts on the island do you live (if you don't mind saying) BTW I loved the Strand before they remodeled. Last time I was there, it was a disappointment. I dunno something about sweating buckets while fighting the crowds through the aisle of shelves....

> I can never find anyone that shares my enthusiasm for reading and sometimes I'll read a good book and am busting at the seams to discuss it with someone.

I so commiserate. My husband reads, but he is not big on discussing it, and no one I know among my friends or colleagues reads like I do. So it is a treat to find places like this. A retreat, more like!

Hi, I'm Bev, retired, and love mysteries, historical novels, some true crime. I volunteer at our local library, and visit with my grandchildren ( I have 7 with one on the way). I also build dollhouses from kits.

Hi kathy t + Cindydavid4 --

First of all, thank you, kathy t, for the warm welcome.

As to your question, Cindy: "what part of the island do I live on"?

I live in another borough of NY City (not Manhattan, as I used to + still may some day); but that still does count as NY City -- plus, the rent's a lot cheaper, + I have lots more space!! Sorry, I don't like to give particulars about where *exactly* I live. I don't like the ease people (including governments) have digging up lots of private info thru' computers. A cousin of mine even knows how to get individuals' Social Security numbers -- No, she's not a snoop -- had a professional job at an international pharmaceutical giant -- taught her how to do this as part of data research on new test drugs.

The Strand was lovable the way it was before the refinements. But, I like it, now, too. The Ladies Room is a big plus. And they now have a/c in hot weather, too. I kind of miss the giant black electric fans, though; it was like being in a scene from 1939's "His Girl Friday" (Cary Grant/Rosalind Russell movie -- There seemed to be a big, black fan in every scene). A big plus to me is bringing in books I don't want to keep to exchange for cash! The Strand doesn't even care if you bought them from other bookstores. I don't know of any bookstore that does this. Quite often I buy a book w/the Strand cash, + even have money left over when I leave. Soooo nice! -- especially when going through tight-money times: when this afforded me not only a new book (which the library didn't have), but grocery money, as well, so I could eat!

laura, I totally understand the privacy thing. I still am amazed how little people seem to care about their privacy, and I still refuse to give my Social Security Number unless its specifically for taxs or work. The card says 'not for identification purposes'. Ah well, I am a troglodite, that is for sure

Anyway, a year or so ago I saw an interview with the grandaughter of the owner of one of the original bookstores in book row. Fascinating stuff; got the book and have been wanting to check out the area since (yeah, I know, most of those stores are gone, but still...) A bit dry in parts, but a history of those days and the impact those stores had on the community.

And just remember the famous quote by Eramus- when I a little money I buy books. If there is anything extra I buy food :)

Here is a link that might be useful: Book Row

Hello, lauramarie--welcome, and I enjoyed reading your posting. As you seem to be a film lover, you might want to also check into our cinema forum at Glyphs, here, as well.

I'm envious of your having a bookstore like the Strand!

Hi everyone,

I've been a member for a month or so, but have read this site for book recommendations for several months. I'm thirtyeight and a registered nurse who is currently staying at home with my 2 toddler boys.
About a year ago, the Mother's club I'm involved with decided to start up a book club once monthly......but we rarely get a chance to discuss much with all the little ones running around.

I enjoy gardening and am currently and very slowly transforming the mostly gambel oak backyard into a woodland garden.....when I have the time and energy! I also enjoy hiking and camping with the family.

My mother-in-law lent me "Like Water for Chocolate" over Thanksgiving Weekend. I'm about 2/3 through the book. I find it a bit too quirky for my taste, but am getting wrapped up nonetheless in the tragedy of Tita's situation. We'll see what the verdict is after I'm finished.

I enjoy reading historical fiction, and of different countries and cultures. I haven't traveled much out of the United States and I can't forsee doing it the near future....So for me, reading is traveling. Since observing this site, I have more books on my "To Read" list than I can possibly manage!

Jaymie

To: CindyDavid4

Thanks, Cindy, for the Website. I've seen several documentaries on TV, plus magazine + newspaper articles about Book Row. One of the long-time books-for-cash buyers at Strand told me that Mr. Bass's (present owner of Strand) father started out on book row. Now, Mr. B's daughter is taking over. I think it was her idea to spruce the old place up. So glad she kept the "olde" look, instead of modernizing!

>The Strand doesn't even care if you bought them from other bookstores. I don't know of any bookstore that does this.

I read an article a few years ago about airport bookstores doing something similar to this. It's a great idea!

And welcome to our newbies who have recently posted!

Have been pretty much a lurker for years, posted occasionally and found this site via GardenWeb. I'm finishing up my MLIS (Masters in Library Science) and work full time at a hospital as a medical librarian. Before that, I ran the transcription department in that same hospital just short of 10 years. I live in San Pedro California, a sweet little town on the coast of SoCal, not too far from Long Beach and south of L.A.

School has reigned in my "fun reading" but now I can begin to relax and have at it! I love mysteries and just finished the Deborah Crombie series. I also like Peter Robinson. In fiction I just love Rumer Godden; I re-read her wonderful books periodically. Amy Tan is another wonderful author. Barbara Kingsolver (SP?) and Ken Follett too are wonderful. There are many others, but I can't think of them all! Many new and wonderful books I get from this website - someone is always reading something that interests me!

My husband of 34.5 years is a retired CIO. His passion is aviation and WWII. He builds large scale model RC planes. Seriously, these things are BIG! We have two very spoiled (indoor) cats.

Now that my academic endeavors are almost behind me, I plan to tackle my neglected garden, my (long) lists of TBR books I've been making - for years now - and assorted needlework projects, i.e. knitting, cross stitch, crocheting. Not necessarily in that order!

Moving this to the top so that a certain newbie from another site will jump in and say hi.

This has been fun. I joined this site because I live in a remote area in the mountains in Northern California and I have tried to find other like minded book readers locally but it hasn't happened yet. I love historical fiction first and then fantasy types. I will read other books too. I am a chain reader, I've always got one going, LOL. I look after my disabled husband and my 3 year old grandson while his mom and my other 2 kids go to school. They have to drive an hour away to get to any kind of advanced education so my day is pretty full. I must read at least a page or 2 before I fall asleep, it kind of clears my mind of brain clutter. I also am a fabric artist.

Hi Deborah and welcome!

I also live in N. Calif. although not a remote area-just seems like that sometimes!
We live about 45 miles north of Sacramento.

Pat

Pat,

I live NE of Jackson.

Deborah, I also want to read for a little each night to settle down to sleep. I have to be really exhausted to skip that ritual. I'll bet a good number of our members are the same, so you're in good company.

What sort of fabric art do you do? I have a good friend who makes art quilts.

Rosefolly

I started out making crazy quilts and then I started adding a lot of other stuff to them, antique laces, ribbons, jewelry, some paint, photos whatever inspires me.

Hi,
I've been lurking around here for a couple of years and just decided to become a member. I am a 65 year young female. I was born and raised in Massachusetts but I've lived in Prince Edward Island, Canada for over 25 years. I retired four years ago and am busier now than when I was working but I always find time to read.
I've read so many good books that were recommended here. I love to read and enjoy a lot of different types of books from scifi fantasy to some nonfiction. I get carried away when I read the postings and end up running to the library or the internet to order books. Right now I have two long shelves of 'to be read' books as well as two books from the library. I'm trying to refrain from adding to the collection.
I hope everyone is having a good day.
Sue

Hi Sue,

I was raised in Quebec and moved to California about 30 years ago. My family and I loved to vacation in PEI.