Wow I really wanna do this book club, so let's mash out the details.
Paul Coelho, The Alchemist. It has come highly recommended. I just hope not too many have read it and would like to try something new.
Mondays at 8pm. I was thinking the spot on Delaware cuz they'll reserve space for us, but we could also do it at my house, or somewhere that serves perhaps (Founding Fathers is cheap and quite quiet on weekdays). Really it is just a matter of what everyone's down for.
I think that April 14 is a good time to meet. Is that enough time to read a book?
So I guess we'll get a feel for what everyone thinks and go from there. So let me know any people that are in, or new suggestions for book/time/place.
yaay. book club!
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03/11/2008 22:33 #43628
No Really...Book Club?03/11/2008 22:32 #43627
No really...BookWow I really wanna do this book club, so let's mash out the details.
Paul Coelho, The Alchemist. It has come highly recommended. I just hope not too many have read it and would like to try something new.
Mondays at 8pm. I was thinking the spot on Delaware cuz they'll reserve space for us, but we could also do it at my house, or somewhere that serves perhaps (Founding Fathers is cheap and quite quiet on weekdays). Really it is just a matter of what everyone's down for.
I think that April 14 is a good time to meet. Is that enough time to read a book?
So I guess we'll get a feel for what everyone thinks and go from there. So let me know any people that are in, or new suggestions for book/time/place.
yaaay. book club!
Paul Coelho, The Alchemist. It has come highly recommended. I just hope not too many have read it and would like to try something new.
Mondays at 8pm. I was thinking the spot on Delaware cuz they'll reserve space for us, but we could also do it at my house, or somewhere that serves perhaps (Founding Fathers is cheap and quite quiet on weekdays). Really it is just a matter of what everyone's down for.
I think that April 14 is a good time to meet. Is that enough time to read a book?
So I guess we'll get a feel for what everyone thinks and go from there. So let me know any people that are in, or new suggestions for book/time/place.
yaaay. book club!
03/07/2008 11:52 #43575
school, work, etc.Okay so I finally got my butt to Buffalo State today and got all the information together for going back to school. I just finished my SUNY and FAFSA apps, now I just have to find a grant for broke ass single mom of two. This is the upside to being stereotyped! :)
I'm so excited to go back. I went to UB for 3 1/2 years, had TONS of fun instead of trying/going to class, got pregnant with baby #1, worked two jobs at a time till I got a management position with Spot, got pregnant with baby #2, got thrown out on my ass by Spot after working there for almost 7 years... you get it. In short, I'm so excited to have time to look up and learn instead of plugging along with my nose to the grindstone just in order to barely get by.
Which brings me to Spot. Tony and I were thinking of messing with them a bit. You see, I never got fired and also never quit. They are running on pure gossip (surprise surprise) in their assumption of me not returning (I mean them not paying me leave when I had Fern kinda sent a message, but no balls were involved in such message). In New York state, a woman has up to 7 months to return to her job after having a child, and her employer has to give her her position back. I was their store manager and I KNOW they already filled my position. The best part of all of this is that I go in there and my boss WILL NOT EVEN SPEAK TO ME; NOT EVEN A HELLO. So I think I'm gonna try and go back, just to see what they say.
I want to make it very clear how much I love the kids that work there. I also want to make it clear to everyone that they are disgruntled for a reason. They get paid terrible wages to do craptastic stuff, work for a total shithead who will come and scream at you if he's had a bad day, and have no benefits/perks whatsoever (I was one of 3 managers in the entire company and it would have cost me $740/month to have insurance for myself and Mya). Not to mention the people who own the company also own Iraqi oil companies. Not the cute local business you thought it was.
In short, that went from one topic to another one entirely, and sometimes I realize that I ramble on into oblivion, so now I will shut up and end with this (yet another topic):
I never thought I'd say this after working in mom/pop coffee shops since I could legally work: GO TO STARBUCKS! At least they give their employees health benefits and pay them a living wage. Wouldn't you rather support THAT? Don't be fooled by appearances (Of course go to Spot still if they hook you up for free, I do!)
I'm so excited to go back. I went to UB for 3 1/2 years, had TONS of fun instead of trying/going to class, got pregnant with baby #1, worked two jobs at a time till I got a management position with Spot, got pregnant with baby #2, got thrown out on my ass by Spot after working there for almost 7 years... you get it. In short, I'm so excited to have time to look up and learn instead of plugging along with my nose to the grindstone just in order to barely get by.
Which brings me to Spot. Tony and I were thinking of messing with them a bit. You see, I never got fired and also never quit. They are running on pure gossip (surprise surprise) in their assumption of me not returning (I mean them not paying me leave when I had Fern kinda sent a message, but no balls were involved in such message). In New York state, a woman has up to 7 months to return to her job after having a child, and her employer has to give her her position back. I was their store manager and I KNOW they already filled my position. The best part of all of this is that I go in there and my boss WILL NOT EVEN SPEAK TO ME; NOT EVEN A HELLO. So I think I'm gonna try and go back, just to see what they say.
I want to make it very clear how much I love the kids that work there. I also want to make it clear to everyone that they are disgruntled for a reason. They get paid terrible wages to do craptastic stuff, work for a total shithead who will come and scream at you if he's had a bad day, and have no benefits/perks whatsoever (I was one of 3 managers in the entire company and it would have cost me $740/month to have insurance for myself and Mya). Not to mention the people who own the company also own Iraqi oil companies. Not the cute local business you thought it was.
In short, that went from one topic to another one entirely, and sometimes I realize that I ramble on into oblivion, so now I will shut up and end with this (yet another topic):
I never thought I'd say this after working in mom/pop coffee shops since I could legally work: GO TO STARBUCKS! At least they give their employees health benefits and pay them a living wage. Wouldn't you rather support THAT? Don't be fooled by appearances (Of course go to Spot still if they hook you up for free, I do!)
vincent - 03/16/08 22:15
Who owns Spot & How do they have an interest in Iraqi Oil Companies?
Who owns Spot & How do they have an interest in Iraqi Oil Companies?
mrdeadlier - 03/08/08 00:32
If you really do end up messing with them you should unpublish this post, no need for incriminating evidence floating out here on the interwebs that will only undercut your fun.
Good luck with school! You'll see -- it's much easier when you're a non-traditional student for some reason. Well, then again I wasn't a broke single mom of two when I went. :)
If you really do end up messing with them you should unpublish this post, no need for incriminating evidence floating out here on the interwebs that will only undercut your fun.
Good luck with school! You'll see -- it's much easier when you're a non-traditional student for some reason. Well, then again I wasn't a broke single mom of two when I went. :)
03/04/2008 19:44 #43554
aah!I'm so exhausted right now. I'm trying to deal with a kid who's hurting really bad, and showing it by behaving really bad. It's so difficult to find the balance, to teach and discipline without amplifying the hurt.
It's a terrible thing to have a painful moment as a child. What I never realized was how terrible it was to be the parent of a child who has had something terrible happen to them. Not only do you have to worry about their feelings, peace of mind and behavior, you have to feel the shock of wondering why you weren't able to prevent the pain from entering their life.
I'm having such a hard time with this. I think that until now I have only expressed this to Tony. The actions that I have had to take to prevent her from further pain seem to have hurt her even more. I am constantly questioning whether or not I'm doing the right thing. I know in my heart that I am. I just have to block out the deafening sound of objections in my head.
All I know is that I miss my little kid, the one I had before all this bullshit. I think I am exacerbating the situation with my stress. Mya is getting some help. I think I better do the same, before I let my neurosis and guilt drive me crazy.
I know this is all jumbled and probably makes no sense. I just needed to get it out. Thanks estrip.
It's a terrible thing to have a painful moment as a child. What I never realized was how terrible it was to be the parent of a child who has had something terrible happen to them. Not only do you have to worry about their feelings, peace of mind and behavior, you have to feel the shock of wondering why you weren't able to prevent the pain from entering their life.
I'm having such a hard time with this. I think that until now I have only expressed this to Tony. The actions that I have had to take to prevent her from further pain seem to have hurt her even more. I am constantly questioning whether or not I'm doing the right thing. I know in my heart that I am. I just have to block out the deafening sound of objections in my head.
All I know is that I miss my little kid, the one I had before all this bullshit. I think I am exacerbating the situation with my stress. Mya is getting some help. I think I better do the same, before I let my neurosis and guilt drive me crazy.
I know this is all jumbled and probably makes no sense. I just needed to get it out. Thanks estrip.
ladycroft - 03/05/08 01:57
Whatever it is that you're dealing with know that you're supported and you can always call on the peep army as needed. Def talk to someone; it's the only way to work through your fears and doubts. *hug*
Whatever it is that you're dealing with know that you're supported and you can always call on the peep army as needed. Def talk to someone; it's the only way to work through your fears and doubts. *hug*
02/28/2008 13:28 #43496
Oh man I feel like Oprah!*- (only white and poor)
Okay so now I guess we all have to figure out what we want to read for this here book club? What does everyone like to read? I'm reading Wicked right now, but I'm sure a lot of you have read that since I'm usually not aboard the book bandwagon till much later...
So drop me a comment with suggestions.
Also, when is good for everyone to meet? I am most free after 8pm, but I really can do any time. Let me know that too, along with maybe where, and we can do this thang.
theecarey - 03/06/08 12:20
oh so many books and genres, I couldnt possibly choose! However, I consulted 'Urim and Thummim' and it would be wise to read, "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho. ;) Quick, easy and discussion ready- much personal interpretation..
oh so many books and genres, I couldnt possibly choose! However, I consulted 'Urim and Thummim' and it would be wise to read, "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho. ;) Quick, easy and discussion ready- much personal interpretation..
carolinian - 02/29/08 17:26
I like Paulo Coelho, too. If you can, get a copy of the audiobook of The Alchemist read by Jeremy Irons. That story + that voice = amazing. It should be your personal legend to get that audiobook.
I like Paulo Coelho, too. If you can, get a copy of the audiobook of The Alchemist read by Jeremy Irons. That story + that voice = amazing. It should be your personal legend to get that audiobook.
mrdeadlier - 02/28/08 16:11
I too am okay with almost anything. I wouldn't mind a classic that everyone has supposed to have read but no one really has.
I read Wuthering Heights a couple years ago and was blown away. Not that I'm suggesting WH (especially since I'm selfish and want to read something new to me).
I too am okay with almost anything. I wouldn't mind a classic that everyone has supposed to have read but no one really has.
I read Wuthering Heights a couple years ago and was blown away. Not that I'm suggesting WH (especially since I'm selfish and want to read something new to me).
ladycroft - 02/28/08 16:06
Might I suggest anything by Paulo Coelho. His books are amazing, and easy to read.
Might I suggest anything by Paulo Coelho. His books are amazing, and easy to read.
janelle - 02/28/08 14:34
I have a wide range of tastes and I'm not opposed to reading something I wouldn't normally read. So whatever people pick, I'll give it a try.
I have a wide range of tastes and I'm not opposed to reading something I wouldn't normally read. So whatever people pick, I'll give it a try.
janelle - 02/28/08 14:14
Mondays are good for me and after Easter, Wednesdays and Thursdays will return to normal for me as well. Although, Wednesday at 8pm is America's Next Top Model, so...ya know...
Mondays are good for me and after Easter, Wednesdays and Thursdays will return to normal for me as well. Although, Wednesday at 8pm is America's Next Top Model, so...ya know...
lauren - 02/28/08 13:39
I wish I could join your bookclub, but alas, grad students have no time for pleasure readings. But might I suggest anything by Octavia Butler... she is classified "science fiction" but it is more like speculative fiction and social commentary. Always a fabulous read and TONS to discuss!
I wish I could join your bookclub, but alas, grad students have no time for pleasure readings. But might I suggest anything by Octavia Butler... she is classified "science fiction" but it is more like speculative fiction and social commentary. Always a fabulous read and TONS to discuss!
Yay!! Count me in. I've been poking around looking for a book club for a while.
The Alchemist seems as good a place as any to start and my vote is for Founding Father's. I don't get there anywhere near often enough! Good atmosphere for a book club.
thanks felly, but i don't have a cd player. well, not a portable one. if anyone wants any cd copies of my audio books, feel free to ask.
i have the order of the phoenix and the deathly hallows on cd if you need them imk2...
i think if somebody purchased the itunes and then burn them onto cds then it can be shared.
well even if i can't make it, it's always nice to have a good book recommended, so thanks.
(and that pic of lobster-mya is so freaking cute!!!!!!)
For most people, it totally is enough time to read a book. I don't know why, but i have been slow with the one i have going now. Maybe i don't like Timothy Findley as much as i thought i did?
Don't count me out, though... i might just pick it up and decide to join.
Wish i could say which night would be good for me. I am about to write a post about how much i hate my job....
If anyone is interested, at the end of Cohelo's books, there is a 'topics for discussion' section. Might just come in handy for Aprils book club meet-up. :)
I looked at the reviews on Amazon and it sounds interesting. I think April 14th is plenty of time to finish the book.
Monday nights work really well for me and it might allow (e:drew) to come along from time to time.
I like Spot as long as it's not too loud. Seems like the one on Elmwood is always super loud.
and i think april 14th is plenty of time to read the book, i think it's pretty short. i've been meaning to read it for some time and i think i'm going to make faben join the club too. the 14th is a monday, no? do we want to do it on a week day or would a sunday be better?
oh and carolinian, i thought you couldnt share stuff from one person's itunes to another's? tell me how it's done and i'll happily give people my harry potter.
i bought the first two harry potter books on itunes for my ipod and i love them, but can i just tell you how fucking unbelievable expensive they are??? the early ones are around 32 dollars and the newer ones are $50!!!!
i dunno about the book itself, but i love audiobooks adn think they are highly underrated... its all about maximizing time during work commutes!
Anything by Paulo Coelho is amazing. Even if people have read the Alchemist it's not the same read the second time around, or third. Plus who doesn't want to get pumped about their personal legend?
Carolinian I don't doubt Jeremy Irons does a fab job, he has a very sexy voice. However the book is only like $10 and it's entirely worth owning in your collection.
I'm jealous of: A] your bookclub, B] you have Founding Fathers in your downtown
I know I've said it before, and it probably seems like cheating, but you should get the audiobook of Jeremy Irons reading the Alchemist (that man could read the phonebook and make it sound good) You can get it on iTunes for $15 and have several people split the cost (it would probably be cheaper than everyone buying the book, anyways) and listen to it for several hours.