Dear Bookclub,
Our holiday bookclub luncheon at Vintana's celebrating A Novel Group's 35 years, cheerfully reminded us why we enjoy being together! Gathered at a festive round table, prosecco fairies (Kate & Diane) generously filled our glasses with bubbly to honor the occasion. We went around the table, sharing reminisces of our many years together, trips taken, notable books, clever meals, and momentous discussions. The variety of memories impressed even us! Grasping for names of members from decades ago was an unexpected party game.
Mention of Lily King's "Five Tuesdays in Winter" revolved around the highly misplaced nod to Christmas. Thinking the suggestion came from a search on literary holiday reads, leading to the appreciation of Lily King and diverting from any Christmas connection (see above). The short stories are memorable and extraordinarily crafted but did not spread any holiday cheer.
Unfortunately, we did not get Martha or Jan in this snap taken by the hostess as we exited, as they had already departed, but we were a mighty 9!
Finally, fortunate to lead this amazing group of women for all these years, I was touched by the gratitude shown in the perfect card and gift presented to me. As a sloth wordsmith reduced to simple jots when asked to sign a card, I am impressed by the meaningful messages penned on my card - each one touching. You could have stopped there! But The Author Clock amazes me every seven minutes. If ever there was a tower of whipped cream and cherries on a scoop of the finest ice cream, this clock for me is it. Let me try to explain. More than a beautiful desk clock, this marvelous screen displays the exact time above a quote that cleverly includes a relevant reference to the time. For instance:
I rarely recognize a quote and in the beginning, I was looking up the titles and authors. Some are plays; most are books that I have never heard of. So many books! The Author Clock connects to the internet for updated information - seems infinite. Also, the frequency can be controlled as in every minute up to once an hour. I set mine for seven minutes. I love it! Thank you so much :)
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Happy reading,
LK
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