Good morning, Sunday Saloners!
Here in California’s Central Valley, the temperature is dropping to a more “autumn-like” number. Yesterday I even had to close the patio door mid-morning, as I was actually feeling cold.
I am very happy about this turn of events, as I am so ready for brisk days.
For some reason, my reading week seemed to take on a snail’s pace, partly because I was reading longer books, especially my third one, an historical novel full of dense details.
But I can’t blame the books entirely. I was also caught up in the blissful obsession of two new toys: my new TV, which I enjoyed way too much this week; and my new printer/scanner/fax machine.
Since buying Louisa May, my new laptop, I have been without my old printer and scanner—incompatible with the computer.
But my youngest son arrived with this combination device that has brought me back into the world of scanning. I used it yesterday to post some of my Saturday Snapshots.
Here is my office with its newest addition:
Yes, it is more crowded, but I rearranged things so I can still work!
On the Blogs:
I posted my Row 80 Round Four Check-In; and then, later in the week, featured my Sweet Saturday Sample: After the Bliss; followed by my Weekend Potpourri post: Cozy Moments.
Reviews:
1. More Than You Know – by Penny Vincenzi
2. Dangerous Affairs, by Diana Miller
3. The Heir, by Barbara Taylor Bradford
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Today I hope to start reading a book from next week’s stack: Sweet Tooth, by Ian McEwan. I’ve been noticing this one around the blogs, and I have enjoyed several books by this author.
I also plan to kick back and watch some movies on the DVR. What about the rest of you? Books? Movies? Outings?
SERENDIPITY 
Today, I did some farm work – clearing trails, cleaning brush. Now, to work on the staircase that will become – I hope – a stack of books. Some reading this afternoon – Uwem Akpan. Then, I will wrap with some Netflix and Supernatural. Not a bad Sunday. But first, more coffee. 🙂
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You’re very energetic! I like the idea of a stack of books that will become a staircase (or vice versa!)
And yes, you need more coffee.
Thanks for visiting, Andi.
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I spent most of yesterday at the readathon, so I hope today to get outdoors and spend a little time in the sun!
Enjoy your day!
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Sounds like a great idea, Deb. Thanks for stopping by.
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Like you, I am so glad for the cooler weather! We’re up in the mountains so our nights and mornings have been quite chilly, but we’re still rising into the upper 70s/low 80s during the day. Last night was the first night we had to spark up our wood stove! I have some Penny Vincenzi books in my stacks – I really need to try one of them! Have a great week 🙂
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I really love Vincenzi’s books…they are a bit longer than my usual, but worth it. Thanks for visiting, Wendy.
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Happy Sunday. It’s fall weather up here too. But I don’t mind as long as I have a good book to read. Tonight I plan on catching up on DVR TV shows – and read some more. I hope you enjoy the McEwan book this week. Thanks for stooping by the blog and Happy Sunday!
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I’m watching an old movie that I put on the DVR…Beaches. I cry every time I watch it!
Thanks for visiting, Jules.
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My reading also seems to have slowed down a bit this week, and a bit last week. I think it may have something to do with the fact that I’m reading Hemingway’s A Farewell to Arms.
It has also begun to get cool here in the Washington metro area, which is definitely a good thing, I’m also ready for the cooler weather.
Today, I plan on reading some, hanging out with my son, and hoping to watch some football.
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I like the cooler weather…and I recall really enjoying A Farewell to Arms. It’s been a long time since I read it. Thanks for visiting, Jeremy.
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My reading has been going slow, too, and I’m not sure why. I love the cooler weather.
My Sunday Salon is here
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I think we might be going through a transition, but when the cooler weather sticks, we’ll curl up and read again. Thanks for visiting, Yvonne.
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I’ll be waiting to see what you think of Sweet Tooth. I haven’t heard very many opinions of it yet, but lots of speculation about it.
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So far so good, Rachel, but I’ve barely started it. I’ve also frittered away time today watching movies. I like doing that on a Sunday, though. Thanks for stopping by.
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More books for now as we usually watch The Voice, The X Factor, Masterpiece Theater, and a few others on TV. Just saw Argo the film. Pretty good!
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I’ve been curious about Argo…glad you liked it. I just may have to check it out. Thanks for visiting, Harvee.
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Yesterday, it was catching up with sleep as I volunteered overnight at a hospice Saturday night, but now that I’m caught up, I’m back to reading.
As for technology, especially TV, it can be a giant time-killer and distraction from reading, that’s for sure. I know because my wife and I are currently caught up in watching Fringe and just discovered a British show called Gavin and Stacey (only three seasons, though 😦 ).
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Definitely a distraction (TV), but oh, so much fun! Especially when a new viewing season begins.
Thanks for stopping by, Bryan…and enjoy your shows and your books.
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I was just about to start the novel Sweet Tooth too, but then my husb snatched it and says he’s reading it. Argh! http://www.thecuecard.com/
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Hope you enjoy it, Susan…I’m finding it captivating. Thanks for visiting.
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