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Rick
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Jan 16, 2019 06:11PM
Near zero temps + snow coming to Chicagoland....no wonder they're called the Chicago Bears!
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Here in So. California our front yard is a lake due to unbelievable about of rain. Now, the news is saying that tomorrow is going to the heaviest rain yet. Geez!
I agree with everyone about staying home this weekend because of that stupid snowstorm and this Saturday i’m staying home and this Sunday i’m going to a baby shower with my mom
I’ll definitely be hibernating...Of course a major snow storm comes thru on the weekend. The city plows the streets but a lot of the businesses that are closed (even ones that are open) don’t clear their sidewalks or the curb cuts if they are at an intersection. I won’t even be able to get out to walk my service dog due to the snow buildup. Thank God that I have a friend that will come and walk him three times a day. Being right on Lake Erie and the lake and bay not being frozen will be a huge factor in the amount of snow we get. It basically boils down to which way the wind blows lol. We either get dumped on on the Lakefront or we get snow but the worst hits a bit south, never really know till it hits what will happen. Everyone stay safe this weekend. ☃️❄️
Sean, I'm so relieved Millie is doing well.We had LOTS of wind in Central Oregon yesterday. 40 MPH with gusts up to 63 MPH. A tree two doors down from me blew down and took my power out for most of the day. Nothing like living in an all-electric house without electricity. Brrr!
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I have sent out a Group message, interested with your comments.
For us moderators we do not like sending many out, today I thought due to our Read a long it was worth it.
Alas within 30 seconds 2 members had left the group.
Do we inform members of news or not....
I wish I knew the answer.
Val this weather is crazy and Sean i’m glad that your cat is doing better
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Today lost 12 members due to group message, but also 3 members did introduce themselves.
What? Why? They left because you sent a message? Maybe people that sensitive shouldn't be in the group in the first place.
I do not think people left because of email I think people come and go because they make some new years resolution to read more they look around think this is a group for them and realize they are not committed like they thought they would be and leave. I also think that dwelling on who comes and goes pulls your energy away from the people who are here and active. You have done a good job with the group you went from 40 to 7k in a few years that is great growth. Every group has ups and downs with people joining. I know I am new and plan to stay around and I enjoy each group I am in for different reasons. I left some groups I joined when I first set up my goodreads account but I joined them because a website recommended them to me. When I got my footing in the goodreads groups and site then I chose groups more appealing to me. Focus on the ones that stay and hope the ones that leave find a group that fits them.
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Just frustrating, although I know some would anyway, and some are not active. But it does still upset me after all we are only trying to help.
As a group we are growing incredible, I always like to hope more will be more active.
I absolutely love this group! It is just so darn friendly!!
Sean wrote: "Thanks.Today lost 12 members due to group message, but also 3 members did introduce themselves."
They were people not interested in the group. When they saw the message the thinking was “I never go there” so they unsubscribe. It’s not because of the messenge they decided to leave. They left becauy they were never here so why participate
I agree with Diane. The email serves as a reminder that they joined this group once upon a time, but they don’t participate so they decide to leave. Perhaps they found another group that suits them better, or they don’t even participate in Goodreads any more.Let it go, Sean. 😠 🙂
Doing the 24 in 48 Reading Challenge....
Christine wrote: "How’s everyone’s weekend going?"Still hibernating 🥶 A plus as far as time to read though.
Also hibernating but may have to venture out for an errand today. Did get plenty of reading in.
me too christine. i need a warm dog to lay on me
Christine wrote: "How’s everyone’s weekend going?"I’m still hibernating, too, but this will be the last day of it. Busy week ahead.
I agree with you Sonya but I don’t have a dog to lay with on me lol and I’m ready for spring and summer
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I set the alarm to go off at 4.00 am every day for the two weeks, to watch tennis before I leave for work.
The weekend the finals were 8.00 am, watched both.
Oh that’s cool SeanIs everyone ready for the super bowl next Sunday?
I'm so ready for the ice outside to completely melt. Tired of all of this melting and freezing stuff.
I'm tired of it too, and the forties Sunday and Monday are going to feel nice. Though if everything starts melting on the top layers and the perma frost is still frozen, water may find it's way into people's basements.
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https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainme...
I agree with you Val and Diane S and Sean I don’t know who Clive Swift is
I know who Clive is. Oh, Richard!! I used to watch Keeping up Appearances on PBS when I was younger. My dad actually turned me on to it. He came back from TDY in England and told me it was hilarious and had to watch it. That makes me sad. He was so young.
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Although Patricia Routledge is nearly 90 years old.
Series was made 1990 to 1995 44 episodes.
I don’t know any of those people lol
Did anyone get my message about the Super Bowl?
Christine wrote: "Did anyone get my message about the Super Bowl?"Sorry, Christine. Didn't mean to ignore you. I have to confess I've never been a fan of football ... even though I was in Drill Team a million years ago and we did all of the halftime shows. 😜
Sean wrote: "very sad news to announce the death of the actor Clive Swift, the star of "Keeping Up Appearances"https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainme......"
I agree, Sean. My husband and I used to watch "Keeping Up Appearances" on PBS. Sorry to hear about Clive Swift.
Oh no it’s ok Val and I never knew you were on the Drill Team and that’s so cool
Finally got out of the house today for the first time in three weeks. Barely any wind and a balmy 50°F I didn’t even need to wear gloves. Took Otto for a walk and we ended up wandering around while I played Pokémon Go for 4 hours 🙃. I’ve got one tired pup not to mention myself, at 12 years old that is a lot of walking for Otto but even in a wheelchair the sidewalks and streets beat the heck out of my body. As long as it doesn’t rain I hope to get out again tomorrow.
Aww that’s good Lynn and i’m glad that you got out of the house
Happy Valentine's day to all! Have fun!
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Sidney Poiter
92 years old.
(Although 92 on February 20th, my mistake)
One of my favorite shows - To Sir, With Love - what an actor. Happy Bday SP
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https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001627/?...
One of the most famous actors of the 50's, 60's and 70's.
First black actor to win a leading role Academy Award, a great director and author.
Years ago, we were celebrating my sister's birthday at the Islander in Beverly Hills. Sidney Poiter was called to the phone near where we were waiting for our table. A member of our party approached him to tell him about her 8th birthday & he grabbed a napkin and autographed it for her. She still has it.
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