Roxy's comments
(member since Jun 01, 2008)
Roxy's comments from the Chicks On Lit group.
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I think what is unrealistic is the common misconceptions people have about marriage/monogomy. It is described as one extreme or another....
"My hubby and I are best friends. We never fight. I get butterflies everytime he walks into the room even after 20 year."
"Marriage blows. I never get laid. My wife is always trying to change or control me!"
Staying in a committed relationship whether married or not is very hard work. It takes strong love and hard work from both people involved. Its not going to be all flowers for no reason, sex whenever wanted or snuggling during thunderstorms. And its not going to be all fights over toilet seats and money. Its going to be both. People forget that. And people seem to forget the good when they are anckle deep in the bad. Part of staying monogomous is being committed which means staying on the rollercoaster through the thrilling parts and the scary.
PS - I didn't read the article either, just throwing in my opinion.
Hugs to you, Meredith. You sound like a great girl, very mature and gracious. I hope you find a great group on GR.
All of this positive Texas horn blowing makes me want to look into moving there! LOL
You're right, Claire. There wasn't enough emotion in the trail and this book was filled with deep emotions.
I will usually still go to see a movie if I've already read the book. Even though I end up being disappointed in some way weather big or small, I still like seeing how someone puts it all together visually.
Lisa - LOL! Sherbet books! hahaha I love that analogy! Its perfect!!
How did you ever find this list?! Awesome list! I am totally bookmarking it so I hope they keep that list up!
When I was in my teens/twenties and did not do a lot of read but looooved to go to movies, I like to see the movie and then read the book. That way I had a picture to create the story around as I read, if that makes sence. I also thought it was neat to read the book after the movie thus filling in some gaps. It made the book all the more interesting, fun to read.
Now I'd rather read the book first and for a totally pompous reason....so when a movie I can so "I read that book!" I find most times though the movie is disappointing in some way.
*hugs* to Bree
Annabell - I'm glad to hear I wasn't the only one who didn't like the mom. I remeber her being very depressive too which I again, I can't picture Cameron Diez playing. Some times you just can't hide perky. I'm still eager to see it though. I have to find someone around here who read the book, though.
I really enjoyed A Separate Peace in high school. I reread it for fun a few years ago and was utterly bored.
Meg - I totally agree with you! I heard awhile back that Camren Diez was being cast as the mom and I was hoping that would fall through. I really cannot see her as a mom especially this mom. A cool aunt but not a mom. And to be honest, I didn't like the mom much in the book and the previews make it look like CD is going to be completely likeable.
Hi. Tera. I use the same term! Fluff books. Something you can read for strict enjoyment and it doesn't feel like you have to think too much to follow along. You enjoy the characters and yet you are not going to cry the following day as you tell a friend how a character died in the book.
I use Nora Roberts as fluff books. I know I can pick up just about any of her books and enjoy them. Mary Higgins Clark is good for that too. I like the light mysteries, something that keeps you interested. I have one book I read ages ago and put it aside with intention of add the author to my list of fluff author. I totally forgot about her until I read your post. Shirley Damsgaard
Also, I found YA books can sometimes be a light, fluffy read.
LOL at the snoopy dance!!! Kat, my son just found an old snoopy book and between my husband and I we have read it 5 times in the past hour.
It is the first JP book I read so perhaps I am partiall but I really like it. I would recommend it.
Holli - definitly read the book first. The movie will probably not do it justice and there is a rumor of a changed ending which would be MAJOR.
They don't get snow in Dallas! Right?
Tera, I've always wondered how you alone can stay on top of everything! I can't even keep track of who it is I'm talking to in a thread. Great job delagating.
CONGRATS, HOLLI
Lenox has some really nice gift stuff. I know you are looking for something to give to the bride but I gave my BMs Lenox ring boxes with their birthstones.
Bag the Florida keys! you should go to Ocean City, MD in July. I haven't been so I can't vouche for it yet but will come July. ;-)
I haven't read the article yet but I feel the need to throw my opinion in anyway. ;0)
I'm pretty torn. Looking at the people around me I could say it is how you are raised. My mom & grandmother are/were avide mystery reads, at our local library every other week at least. My dad & his brother are big history buffs. Dad reads A LOT, newspaper, magazines always has a stack of books on his table but I can't say I've ever seen him borrow a book from the library. Me, well, I belong to this site so... I'm not sure about my brother, though.
My hubby reads trade magazines in spirts when he has time. Rarely for leasure even though I try to buy him one book a year. Neither of his parents do much leisure reading. His mom once told him she reads maybe 3 books A YEAR!
I do think, however, woman are more likely to read anywhere and everywhere they can find time. Men are less likely to which almost makes them "closet readers".
