I just finished Time Traveler's Wife. I thought it was very interesting. I don't know how the author kept it all straight in her head- meaning the timeline- and all the events that occur. Like planning out when each event was going to happen, and what age Henry and Clare would be when it happened. It was intriguing to me. I can't wait to see the movie in November! I am a fan of Eric Bana so it looks great. Now, I wasn't completely in love with the book, but that makes seeing the movie even better because I won't have too high of expectations going in. Unlike Bolelyn Girl, which I still haven't seen, but haven't heard too great of reviews so far.
I am just about to start Snowflower and the Secret Fan. I have heard some good reviews about this one, so I am looking forward to it. I love reading about different cultures and places, like in Memoirs of a Geisha, Poisonwood Bible, Passage to India, etc.
Last night I got together with the girls from my Provo bookclub. We've been meeting since Olivia was a baby (well, at least that's when I joined). It's fun to see how everyone's families have grown, where they are living now, what they're up to, etc. I really enjoy talking with them and the fun we have together. It's such a blessing when you have a great group of women that get along and enrich one another's lives. I just enjoy them all so much! Last night it was me, Britney, Heidi, Shauna, and Rebecca. This is our usual group, except Traci usually comes too. There are probably about 8 other women that come to our bookclub, but the 6 of us are the ones who are more alike and tend to get together outside of bookclub.
We all brought appetizers to share for dinner, then played some fun games like Catch Phrase and one I had never played, Boxers and Briefs. It reminds me of 'Imaginiff' but instead of the majority vote winning, the person being discussed gets to choose the most appropriate statements about themself. I totally sucked at this game for some reason, I lost by a mile compared to the others. We then played Catch Phrase, after alot of chatting in between the games. We had a fun time and it was hard to leave at 12:30! The LONG drive to Eagle Mtn from Provo is not fun. I think I procrastinate and always leave later b/c I want to avoid doing it. Alas, there's no escape.
Today is Saturday and I am supposed to being doing a long run but here it is 10:15 and I can't get myself of out pj's. I did a 7 mile run on Thursday and I can't believe how hard it was. My quads really hurt while I was running so I had to walk a little, then jog again. Jared is off doing some work today, but I am hoping when he gets home later we can go for a run and he will help me get through an 8 miler. That's my plan anyway. I hope the weather cooperates. I keep hearing it's supposed to storm again but so far nothing. C'mon Spring! Please stay.
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wow those books sound wonderful, I saw the Boylelyn....? girl yesterday...I also like EriCBana....and he is well, the King....but I have not read this book, but always know how disappointing films are after reading the book, but having not read the book to me it was good and thought provoking, because I not necessarily encapsule myself with the acting and the story, but I love the whole thing, the scenarios, the customes, the era, and things in one way or another do not change, and sometimes they seemed more barbaric back then, but then again, do we really see clearly what goes on in modern times too? I loved the film, was struck to see that what goes around comes around...and that seems to be a truth in life...the consequences of our actions...and so on and so forth. I thought Natalie Portman was very good, but I also just saw her in a period movie (gOYA'S GHOST) and it was along the same line (historically/drama wise)...I guess I am too long here, but I am glad you are doing well. Running certaintly makes you get back into your routine, and it sounds like you are leaving all that sickness behind. I am currently still on medication...a couple of more days...but have not seen big results yet...starting to feel better, but still not all good. Maybe i will finish my three books too sooN!
modern times, I was meaning about Princess Diana...you know...the MAGNATE from Harrods, still pusuing that it was a set up....Power and Ambition do come with evil, sometimes....
gosh, I don't mean to hover here, but one thing I did learn from the movie is to stay strong to your principles...because a strong firm stand on them...might mean between life and death...literally!
I'm jealous of all your book reading--lately I can't seem to find the time (although when I find a few minutes and get nice and cozy, I usually fall asleep.) Did you get the email about the mission reunion at the Goodmans on the 4th?
I can't imagine running 7 miles. I wish we lived close so we could train together or just run together. I need encouragement.
I read half of time travelers wife years ago, but stopped when we were in the middle of moving and never finished. I borrowed it again and am hoping to finish it soon. I had no idea the movie was coming out so soon.
I'll be interested to hear what you think about Snowflower and the secret.
Glad you were able to hang out with your friends, but you were missed Friday. See you Wed.
Those are both excellent books! I too want to know what you think about the Snowflower one. I really enjoyed it. I had no idea that the movie was coming out so soon either- can't wait!
I really liked both of those books. I haven't heard good things about the Boleyn movie, but I am still curious...
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