Pam’s Comments (group member since Jul 12, 2018)

Pam’s comments from the Never too Late to Read Classics group.

Rosemarie- I realize that. 😀 I was just agreeing with the idea that as soon as you wash your car it rains! That’s always been my luck. Usually the rain we get is just enough to get your car dirty. We do occasionally get a downpour with flash flood warnings. We only get on average 9 inches of precipitation a year, which is like nothing!

Rosemarie - No, it’s not a joke, especially during monsoon season! 😂 I did once seriously do a rain dance. We were so desperate for rain! I can’t remember if it worked, though. We are finally out of the 90s and starting to get some rain. I’m so thankful! Fall is my favorite season and it’s almost here.

That sounds pretty awesome Leona! I have some yarn skeins and Christmas-pattern fabric, of my mom’s, to donate. There’s a knitting group near my house and I’m going to see if they want the stuff. I hate to throw it out. I used to knit when I was a kid but can’t see myself taking it up again, although it is relaxing. I just don’t know what I would make! What do you like to make Leona?

Thanks everyone for your supporting words. Yes, I have help - a brother who lives here and another brother who came in town for the past week. We have different ideas on how to proceed though which is making it stressful for me. I did bring home a bookshelf today which makes me happy since I’ve been squirreling away books in my bedroom closet. Now they have a home! 😀

70a sounds wonderful! We’re supposed to hit 99 today. Another week until we hit the high 80s, which is still hot!

I’m still working on getting rid of everything, except for the staging furniture, at my dad’s house. Donation, trash, consignment, whatever it takes. We’re getting there but it’s not a fun process. I brought home a few more things, including end tables, than I planned. But, that means I was able to get rid of some of our old furniture. I’m going to need a vacation once the house sells!

Chad - that’s the same thing that I do with journaling. I’m surprised at how quick I forget what I’ve read. If I try to write a review on GR, I feel like it takes me forever to get it worded the way I want it! I’d rather just start a new book. I am always appreciative of those people who take the time to write reviews.

Brian - I don’t think it is at all vain to think your reviews are of help to other readers.

Leona - I don’t write a lot of reviews except for books I won or ones that I feel strongly about. If I didn’t like it, I’m just honest but in a constructive way. Some reviewers are really insulting, which I don’t find helpful. I can’t tell you how many negative review I’ve read about books I loved and vice versa! I look for specific reasons supporting their views. It’s amazing to me how different people’s reading tastes are but that’s great for authors.

Lesle - I don’t think I have added any of my books to the challenge yet but I haven’t read that many this year. I’ll add them by the end of the month.

I’m glad that some of you are experiencing nice weather! It’s still hot here. Highs between 95-97 for the next 10 days at least. I’m really looking forward to fall!

Chad- A 9 year old for 1 week isn’t too bad. Should be fun for him getting away from his parents and doing some different things! I would’ve loved to have done that as a kid! The kids here went back to school last week so summer is over for them! This is the earliest start time ever.

Is anyone planning to watch the meteor shower tonight?? We may have too many clouds and too much light pollution in the city but I’m going to try anyways.

I just found the Zoo book for free on Internet Archive so I was able to see the illustrations. I’ve paused listening to it but will get back to it soon! The narrator does a great job with the Fon’s voice.

That sounds like fun Chad! Hope you both had fun! There’s so much to do in NYC. How much time do you have?

That sounds like a nice day Lesle! Mine was productive but not relaxing, until now. I worked on cleaning out my dad’s garage. Lots of trash and another visit to Goodwill with donations! I think we will need to rent a dumpster or hire a service to haul off junk. There’s too much stuff!

We are finally in our monsoon season. It’s nice getting some rain in the evenings.

I’m 60% done with the audiobook and enjoying it! Does the book have illustrations? I’d love to see pictures of the animals.

Chad - I couldn’t find any other English translations. I thought this one was really good!

Samantha wrote: "Pam, I hope the narration is good!"

I hope so too, especially since I don't really like audiobooks. I started listening to one when I walk at the gym and that seems to work for me. My problem with audiobooks is falling asleep so, if I'm moving, I'm good! My problem now is remembering to bring my AirPods with me to the gym! I'm going to start it today.

I’m planning to listen to A Zoo in My Luggage. Audiobook is the only format my library has. I’ve been meaning to read this book and my Family and Other Animals for awhile. Looking forward to it!

Awesome Jenna! I hope you enjoy it. After you read it, you might consider watching the old movie adaptation with Bette Davis.

Welcome Jenna! I also enjoyed The Painted Veil, as evidenced by my GR rating, but I don’t actually remember it! My favorite book for decades was Maugham’s Of Human Bondage. It’s one of the few books I’ve read twice. If you haven’t read it, I recommend it! Also, have you read the recent novel The House of Doors by Tan Twan Eng? Maugham is one of the main characters. It’s really good, also! Look forward to seeing which classics you’re reading!