How’s everyone doing – hanging in there? We’re keeping busy here. Spent the weekend pressure washing, mowing, finishing up the garage, and mopping the screened porch. Bicycles that hadn’t been ridden in years were dragged out and ridden through the neighborhood – and that seat isn’t any more comfortable than the last time I rode it. Still, it was a gorgeous weekend and nice to get out of the house.
My book club met last week! On Zoom, of course. We had about 14 members, and
it was so good to see everyone and talk about books. The first thirty minutes were spent just catching up and checking in on how everyone’s doing. And our furry friends got to attend this meeting! Dogs, cats, and one ceramic cat (she keeps plants, not pets) made appearances. Bond was camera shy, which surprised me a little. And there was wine (we usually meet at the library)! The book topic this month was to read a retelling. My choice was The Traitor Prince by C.J. Redwine – a retelling of an Arabian tale entitled The False Prince. After more than two hours, fun was had by all and spirits were lifted. And we plan to do it again next month – maybe even sooner.
Like most people, I’ve been getting a good bit of reading done. This is probably the first time I’ve ever been ahead on my Goodreads challenge! I haven’t made any progres on the sequel to Subject A36, but it’s coming. I’m setting aside a couple hours tomorrow to read over what I wrote for NaNo. It’s time my characters and I became reacquainted.
Stay safe and take care!
Books and Such 
Glad you were able to do a virtual book club meeting, and nice you’re ahead with your Goodreads reading challenge. Looking forward to hearing the sequel to Subject A36 is having some serious work done to it, because I need to read it. 😉
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Those characters have been talking to me, Tori – they’re anxious to tell the rest of their story, so plans are to start listening to them this week.
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YAY!
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You book club sounds fun! Looks like you had great weekend.
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We always have a wonderful time, Yesha – so glad we can continue meeting.
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Teri, you seem to be adapting to our very surreal real-world well. You were certainly productive anyway. The Zoomed book club sounds great. LOL liked the ceramic cat remark.
Every writer seems to be having a hard time focusing. I haven’t been able to focus in weeks — on anything I need to do, but especially on my writing.
Looking forward to your sequel. I enjoyed Subject A36 hugely! Hugs on the wing!
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I’m trying, Teagan. I always considered myself a homebody. Some folks in the club admitted they weren’t as much of a homebody as they’d thought. Focusing has absolutely been a problem, so I haven’t been too hard on myself. At least I’m getting some reading done. So glad you enjoyed A36!
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I’m happy to know you were able to continue with your book club, Teri. It sounds like fun. I’m curious, is Zoom difficult to set up and utilize? Is it easier than Skype? I’m trying to figure out a way to chat with my parents since I can’t go to see them. I’m sending my mother a daily video so she doesn’t forget me, but I want to see them too! My father has a flip phone so Facetime isn’t possible. I’m not familiar with Skype or Zoom.
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Sorry to say I wasn’t the one who set it up, Jill – the person who did just sent links to all of us so we could join. Here’s a link I found that may help you. https://www.theverge.com/2020/3/31/21197215/how-to-zoom-free-account-get-started-register-sign-up-log-in-invite
My son says his group uses Google Hangouts, so that may also be an option. Hope one of them works for you so you can see your parents!
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Thanks so much, Teri. I appreciate the link!
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I’m glad your book club was able to “meet.” Kudos for getting ahead of your Goodreads list. Your writing will come along shortly, I’m sure.
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It really lifted some spirits, Priscilla. I have hubby at home, but some of the other members live alone. I have faith the writing will pour out of me soon.
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Ah, so there’s a positive side to virtual book clubs. I wondered. I haven’t done much reading – I’m a little miffed about all these extra time people are talking about! On the other hand, I got some progress in my new wip, so I can’t really complain. Stay safe!
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We’d prefer to meet in person, but we’ll settle for virtual for now, Jina! I’ve been zooming through books, both ebooks and audio. But I’m feeling the writing bug nipping at my heels. Glad you made some progress with yours!
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I virtual book club sounds super fun! Even without current events just making time to go out and meet other adult readers is challenging.
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We had so much fun, Megan! Hoping it won’t stay virtual for much longer – we miss meeting in person.
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This book club meeting is a fantastic idea Teri! It’s important no to lose contact with the people and hobbies that can lif our mood up!
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I agree 100% Sophie – such fun!
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It sounds like you had a great weekend, Teri. We are not allowed out of the front gate except to go to the food shops or chemist or to the doctors.
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Wow – that would be difficult, Robbie. We live in a large neighborhood connected to another, so we’re fortunate to be able to get outside and be active. Hope you and your family are doing well!
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Yes, we have a garden so its not to bad. People without gardens must be going nuts though.
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It sounds like a hoot of a meeting, Teri.
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It was, John – ceramic cat and all!
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Hahaha.
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I think having pets attend meetings (ALL meetings) should be a requirement. (real ones or not). It adds “the awesome” factor to anything. 🙂
SO glad you are doing well! 🙂
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Believe me, Sue, if we could get them past the front desk at the library where we usually meet, we’d all give it a shot.
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Sounds like you’re adapting to life in 2020.
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Doing what we can, Craig – lemons and all that.
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The plus side of this lockdown is I’m finally reading some classics I’ve wanted to read for a long time. xo
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I once had a goal of reading at least one classic per year, but that’s fallen to the wayside. I need to make that a priority again. Happy Reading, Darlene!
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