Change of reading Order

[Carol She's So Novel꧁꧂ , She's a mod, yeah, yeah, yeah!]

Hi folks

I've had a chat to Tadiana & we have changed the order of the group reads. High Rising will now start the 2nd of May with me leading (the second to make sure I'm back from holiday. ) Mrs. Mike will be the first of June.

Hope that is ok with everyone

[Susan in NC]

Thanks Carol!

[Carol She's So Novel꧁꧂ , She's a mod, yeah, yeah, yeah!]

Susan in NC wrote: "Thanks Carol!"

No problem! My first Thirkell! I'm really excited!

[Jackie]

me, too - I'd better order the book

thanks for adding me to the group!

[Jackie]

the book came and I am wondering when to start - do y'all tend to read fast or slow?

[Abigail]

My experience is that this group reads pretty fast, and early in the month to which a book is assigned. I’m dawdling my way through Miss Buncle’s Book and it seems as if everyone else has finished!

[Elizabeth A.G.]

Abigail wrote: "My experience is that this group reads pretty fast, and early in the month to which a book is assigned. I’m dawdling my way through Miss Buncle’s Book and it seems as if everyone else has finished!"

You are not alone, Abigail!! My library book just arrived so I will be starting Miss Buncle's Book soon.

[Abigail]

Yay, a correspondent!

[Lesley]

I'm still waiting for my copy to become available!

[Elizabeth A.G.]

We all better reserve High Rising for May NOW!!
HA! HA!

[Carol She's So Novel꧁꧂ , She's a mod, yeah, yeah, yeah!]

Hi I am still on holiday in the South Island. I'm starting the read the 2nd of May & will set up the threads then.

[Jackie]

Miss Buncle's Book is waiting for me at the library but I thought I'd read High Rising first.
I'm really excited because it's new to me! well, they both will be.

[Susan in NC]

I think you might them similar, Jackie; life among the fairly well-off in rural English villages in the 1920s-30s. I’m currently reading Jutland Cottage, one of the later Barsetshire Thirkell books, and she opens with joking about how large the cast of characters has grown and how she can’t even keep them all straight!thats why I’ve read them all in order, but I ordered High Rising a couple years ago because I knew I’d want to reread at some point and wanted my own gently used copy to keep.

The font is nice and large, so I’ll probably bring it with me to the hospital next week- easy to read, and I’ll be slow!

[Abigail]

Sorry to hear you have to be in the hospital, Susan! I hope it’s not too awful. Definitely a light-reading moment.

[Susan in NC]

My brain tumor grew back- but it’s benign, so there’s that! It’s just caused my balance to be so bad, and coordination on the right side- so I’m having surgery Tuesday, and don’t know how soon I’ll be up for reading.

[Barb in Maryland]

Susan in NC wrote: "My brain tumor grew back- but it’s benign, so there’s that! It’s just caused my balance to be so bad, and coordination on the right side- so I’m having surgery Tuesday, and don’t know how soon I’ll..."

Susan--I'm wishing for you a safe surgery and a speedy recovery. Keep us posted whenever you can.

[Abigail]

Always scary to have one’s head operated on, though. I admire your sangfroid in facing this! Will be hoping for smooth sailing for you.

[Susan in NC]

Thanks- I don’t really have a choice, and my husband and I look at it as it could always be worse!

[Susan in NC]

Barb in Maryland wrote: "Susan in NC wrote: "My brain tumor grew back- but it’s benign, so there’s that! It’s just caused my balance to be so bad, and coordination on the right side- so I’m having surgery Tuesday, and don’..."

Thanks, Barb, last time I was able to get back to GR within a few days, hopefully same this time.

[Elizabeth A.G.]

Hoping your surgery goes well and you're back to better health soon.

[Susan in NC]

Thanks so much! My doctor (and I) expect a full recovery! It’s just the nuisance of a hospital stay, possible rehab, etc.

[Lesley]

Wishing you well for your surgery, Susan, and for a speedy recovery without further recurrence.

[Elizabeth A.G.]

Regarding High Rising -- my local library did not have this book but did offer other books by her and I had some trouble recommending a library purchase of this book. Ended up ordering a Kindle edition even though I hadn't anticipated buying the book. It was not too expensive, though, and I'll have it on hand to start by May 2nd! All set to go:)

[Susan in NC]

Thank you, Lesley - my neurosurgeon always said I might need a second surgery, to get more of the tumor out without damage to facial nerves; just needed it sooner rather than later, and hopefully this will be it.

[Susan in NC]

Elizabeth A.G. wrote: "Regarding High Rising -- my local library did not have this book but did offer other books by her and I had some trouble recommending a library purchase of this book. Ended up order..."

I hope you like it, Elizabeth - Thirkell basically wrote a book a year, so if you enjoy this book, there are plenty more! ;) I’ve lucked out over the years and found several at my local used book store, and used on Amazon!

[Karlyne]

Susan, I wanted to say something really encouraging about your hospital stay, but all I could think of is what people told me when I had my tonsils out as a kid: just think of all the ice cream and Jello you'll get to eat after...
Here's wishing you great hospital food!

Keep us posted!

[Susan in NC]

Karlyne wrote: "Susan, I wanted to say something really encouraging about your hospital stay, but all I could think of is what people told me when I had my tonsils out as a kid: just think of all the ice cream and..."
Thanks! In the hospital, I do enjoy jello - easy to eat and mild. I’m old enough to be set in my ways and resent all the vitals checks, sleepless nights, etc., although everyone is very nice and helpful. I’m always anxious to go home, where you can have peace and quiet again! And is it just me, or do most of the staff look like babies? Sweet, sincere and professional babies, but stil...when did that happen?

[Critterbee❇]

I will be thinking of you and sending you positive, non-bored thoughts, Susan! And also, lots of ice cream, haha!

I have requested High Rising from the library, so hopefully the book will be in my hands at go time. Thirkell is completely new to me, not sure what to expect, but looking forward to reading.

[Karlyne]

Susan in NC wrote: "Karlyne wrote: "Susan, I wanted to say something really encouraging about your hospital stay, but all I could think of is what people told me when I had my tonsils out as a kid: just think of all t..."

I still hate Jello...

[Peggy]

Sending you lots of positive thoughts and jello, Susan! I have High Rising and am looking forward to my first Thirkell.

[Critterbee❇]

Karlyne wrote: "I still hate Jello... ."

I never could stand jello either.

Peggy wrote: "Sending you lots of positive thoughts and jello, Susan! I have High Rising and am looking forward to my first Thirkell."

Peggy, this is my first Thirkell, too! Happy to know I am not the only first time reader.

[Susan in NC]

❇Critterbee wrote: "I will be thinking of you and sending you positive, non-bored thoughts, Susan! And also, lots of ice cream, haha!

I have requested High Rising from the library, so hopefully the boo..."

Thanks! If I can read, I’m not as bored...i hope you like High Rising, not much happens, it’s all about the characters.

[Susan in NC]

Karlyne wrote: "Susan in NC wrote: "Karlyne wrote: "Susan, I wanted to say something really encouraging about your hospital stay, but all I could think of is what people told me when I had my tonsils out as a kid:..."

Fair enough, but when they’re urging you to eat, and nothing is terribly appealing, jello is easy...

[Karlyne]

Susan in NC wrote: "Karlyne wrote: "Susan in NC wrote: "Karlyne wrote: "Susan, I wanted to say something really encouraging about your hospital stay, but all I could think of is what people told me when I had my tonsi..."

Oh, I know, but I'd always rather have tacos! Or lasagne! Or steak! Or....😁

[Susan in NC]

Peggy wrote: "Sending you lots of positive thoughts and jello, Susan! I have High Rising and am looking forward to my first Thirkell."

Thanks so much! Oh, dear, I hope you and Critterbee like High Rising! I find Thirkell similar to Miss Buncle, just a little sharper in her humor (but not bitchy).

[Susan in NC]

Karlyne wrote: "Susan in NC wrote: "Karlyne wrote: "Susan in NC wrote: "Karlyne wrote: "Susan, I wanted to say something really encouraging about your hospital stay, but all I could think of is what people told me..."

You read my mind! Darling hubby is grilling us steak tonight...and honestly, I’d shudder if they offered me steak, lasagna or tacos in the hospital- I know they do their best, but everything is healthy and bland...;)

[Barb in Maryland]

Susan, enjoy your steak!
Several years ago I was in hospital X for knee surgery and the menu had great choices and the food tasted good! The next year I was back in hospital X for follow-on surgery and all the lovely food had vanished! 'What happened?' I asked my nurses. "Contract awarded at start of year to new food service group', they sighed. Low bidder with blah food won the day. Sigh...

[Susan in NC]

Barb in Maryland wrote: "Susan, enjoy your steak!
Several years ago I was in hospital X for knee surgery and the menu had great choices and the food tasted good! The next year I was back in hospital X for follow-on surgery..."

Like dorm food in college - you don’t expect greatness,but give me a few edible items to get by on! Oh, well, luckily in this day and age of cell phone apps, Todd will find me some local goodies and bring in food if need be...

[Carol She's So Novel꧁꧂ , She's a mod, yeah, yeah, yeah!]

All the best for your surgery, Susan

[Susan in NC]

Thanks, Carol!

[Carol She's So Novel꧁꧂ , She's a mod, yeah, yeah, yeah!]

Hi Im back!

I'm hoping my laptop has been repaired & I can collect it tomorrow. I'll put up the High Rising threads Tuesday.

[Susan in NC]

I’m home from surgery, but my tight head bandage will make reading difficult for a couple days - but I’m still,up for Thirkell, even if I start late! I’m just so darned glad to be home, great care but home is most comfortable for just taking it easy - always hard to rest in the hospital.

[Barb in Maryland]

Susan in NC wrote: "I’m home from surgery, but my tight head bandage will make reading difficult for a couple days - but I’m still,up for Thirkell, even if I start late! I’m just so darned glad to be home, great care ..."

Yay!! Good to read your voice again! By the time the discussion gets underway May 2 you may be a little more comfortable. This will be my first Thirkell--hoping for a winner.

[Susan in NC]

Oh, now I’m nervous- talking her up, hope you like her! I know I’ll feel more myself in a few days, thanks Barb!

[Peggy]

Glad you're home, Susan. And don't be nervous—I've had Thirkell on my TBR list for ages, so this is the perfect excuse to finally read her. 😊

Susan in NC wrote: "Oh, now I’m nervous- talking her up, hope you like her! I know I’ll feel more myself in a few days, thanks Barb!"

[Susan in NC]

Thanks, and yay, I hope you enjoy.

[Abigail]

Glad you’re back and doing well, Susan!

[Lesley]

Good to see you home, Susan. I think you always do better after a certain point being home than in hospital.

My Thirkell has arrived so I'm ready to go. :)

[Critterbee❇]

Hello Susan, Glad you're back!

And looking forward to trying Thirkell myself.

[Critterbee❇]

Got the kindle version - it is on Amazon US for $3.99 right now.