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[Jayme(theghostreader)]

Megan wrote: "Congratulations to everyone who's finished and who's finishing! And happy belated birthday, Jayme and Rebekah and Lalitha!

Something I enjoy about the end of the season is going through the books..."

I do that too Megan.

[Valerie]

Congrats to Cory for winning the Amazon gift card! You can decide > books or board games! ha, ha.....

[Ed]

Congrats Cory!

[Connie]

Congratulations, Cory!

[Bea]

Congrats, Cory!

[Cory Day]

Thanks guys!! I'll probably use it to splurge on books I want to use but aren't available at the library :)

[Karen Michele]

Enjoy, Cory!

[Sam]

Congrats Cory! :)

[Ed]

Just booked the next trip.... Barcelona, Istanbul and Egypt! Been to Barcelona before (and consider it my favorite city) and Istanbul too.... (though decades ago) - but Egypt has forever been on my bucket list.
Going in November...so, will be rushing to read most of my chosen books before the end of the season since my reading time will be limited while traveling.

[Valerie]

Ed wrote: "Just booked the next trip.... Barcelona, Istanbul and Egypt! Been to Barcelona before (and consider it my favorite city) and Istanbul too.... (though decades ago) - but Egypt has forever been on my..."

All places I wold love to go! Once again, I'm envious. We are taking a less worldly trip at the end of Oct/beginning of Nov. We will be going to a part of California neither of us has been before = Fresno to Yosemite, down through Kings Canyon + Sequoia Ntl Parks to Pasedena. This will also interfere with my reading time!

[Ed]

Valerie wrote: "Ed wrote: "Just booked the next trip.... Barcelona, Istanbul and Egypt! Been to Barcelona before (and consider it my favorite city) and Istanbul too.... (though decades ago) - but Egypt has forever..."

Yosemite is wonderful...although I haven't been there in a while... I'm ashamed to say...although I've lived in California since 1979...I haven't yet visited the big trees! Have fun Valerie!

[Elizabeth (Alaska)]

These sound like great trips!

I hope the fires haven't changed to much for your Yosemite trip, Valerie. It is beautiful country, though it's been over 20 years since I visited.

[Anika]

Valerie wrote: "Ed wrote: "Just booked the next trip.... Barcelona, Istanbul and Egypt! Been to Barcelona before (and consider it my favorite city) and Istanbul too.... (though decades ago) - but Egypt has forever..."

We went a couple of years ago—beautiful country! I don’t know if you’re a wine fan at all, but we did wine tastings and vineyard tours in Calaveras and Amador counties to finish off our week in Northern California and it was so much fun...

[Valerie]

Elizabeth (Alaska) wrote: "These sound like great trips!

I hope the fires haven't changed to much for your Yosemite trip, Valerie. It is beautiful country, though it's been over 20 years since I visited."

Yes, I hope so to. We've been keeping an eye on the news stories. Either way it will be interesting and majestic!

[Elizabeth (Alaska)]

Enjoy your trip to southern California!

[Valerie]

Anika wrote: "Valerie wrote: "Ed wrote: "Just booked the next trip.... Barcelona, Istanbul and Egypt! Been to Barcelona before (and consider it my favorite city) and Istanbul too.... (though decades ago) - but E..."

That hasn't been on the agenda so far, but I'm sure if we come across an interesting looking one we will drop in. Scott is a huge fan of Pinot Noir. We've had some excellent ones in Oregon.

[Karin]

Congrats, Cory!

[Elizabeth (Alaska)]

Just a note to everyone that it is not necessary to copy/paste the names of the awards in your book claim. I go to every book page when doing scorekeeping and check them anyway, even in seasons when we don't have the style.

[Tien]

Elizabeth (Alaska) wrote: "Just a note to everyone that it is not necessary to copy/paste the names of the awards in your book claim. I go to every book page when doing scorekeeping and check them anyway, even in seasons whe..."

Noted! Thanks, Elizabeth :)

[Jayme(theghostreader)]

Valerie wrote: "Ed wrote: "Just booked the next trip.... Barcelona, Istanbul and Egypt! Been to Barcelona before (and consider it my favorite city) and Istanbul too.... (though decades ago) - but Egypt has forever..."

I been to Yoesomite when I lived in California from 2000-2001. I liked it there.

[Valerie]

Jayme(the ghost reader) wrote: "Valerie wrote: "Ed wrote: "Just booked the next trip.... Barcelona, Istanbul and Egypt! Been to Barcelona before (and consider it my favorite city) and Istanbul too.... (though decades ago) - but E..."

Oh good! I'm excited to be going to such an iconic American park.

[Karin]

Don't forget Yosemite Sam ;) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYiCP... Of course, that clip is on the desert--was he ever in the actual park?

But, seriously, have a wonderful trip!

[Valerie]

Karin wrote: "Don't forget Yosemite Sam ;) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QYiCP... Of course, that clip is on the desert--was he ever in the actual park?

But, seriously, have a wonderful trip!"

Ha, ha! I love Yosemite Sam! I'll keep an eye out for him......

[Elizabeth (Alaska)]

I added some more to my Reading Plan post. It's still not everything I have on my spreadsheet yet is more than I will likely be able to read, as I will definitely finish AbBY. Every season is like this. I know my eyes are bigger than my reading stomach and I have no control.

[Valerie]

Elizabeth (Alaska) wrote: "I added some more to my Reading Plan post. It's still not everything I have on my spreadsheet yet is more than I will likely be able to read, as I will definitely finish AbBY. Every season is like ..."

That is a funny and correct way to put it. I'm just like that, too. I think that's why I got so excited with the mega last season. There just seem to be so many books I want to read, and some tasks really resonate!

[Elizabeth (Alaska)]

Sign in the window of the local children's store:

A book is a gift you can open again and again.

[Jayme(theghostreader)]

I have seen that saying.

[Orchasi]

is it active still

[Valerie]

hisacro wrote: "is it active still"

Yes, hisacro; we are approximately 2 weeks into our fall season challenge. If you are interested in the basic FAQ you can look here:
https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/...

[Lalitha]

I will not be able to read for 4 weeks now :( Traveling on work and with jet lags at every place I doubt I can read much at all.

[Valerie]

Lalitha wrote: "I will not be able to read for 4 weeks now :( Traveling on work and with jet lags at every place I doubt I can read much at all."

The down side of traveling for work. :( Maybe you can do a little on the plane(s).

[Elizabeth (Alaska)]

Lalitha wrote: "I will not be able to read for 4 weeks now :( Traveling on work and with jet lags at every place I doubt I can read much at all."

We will miss you here.

[Lalitha]

I like traveling light. I guess it's time for me to charge my kindle. Thanks for the suggestion Valerie. I fly out this weekend. I hope to finish one before I leave and the rest is whatever I can read from my e-reader.

Elizabeth, this is the second season in a row with little reading. Not good :(

[Kazen]

The books are conspiring against me this season - I was going to concentrate on the sub challenge but I couldn't get through my first selection. A bunch of my other reads have been square pegs, too, so I think I'll cheer from the sidelines until the winter season starts. :)

[Jayme(theghostreader)]

None of your books fit the other tasks

[Kazen]

Jayme(the ghost reader) wrote: "None of your books fit the other tasks"

Some do, but I'd rather not do things half-heartedly. It's okay - I take it as a sign from the universe that I need a break. ;)

[Elizabeth (Alaska)]

Kazen wrote: "The books are conspiring against me this season - I was going to concentrate on the sub challenge but I couldn't get through my first selection. A bunch of my other reads have been square pegs, too..."

:-((( We will miss you.

But one of things this means is that you can just read what strikes you without a goal or purpose. Let freedom ring!

[Karen Michele]

I'm reading, but I just can't get my mind and heart into reviewing. I think I'm going to have to get caught up with posting and leave off the reviews, at least for a while. We will definitely miss you this season, Kazen. Enjoy the free reading!

[Connie]

I'm going to have to drop out this season too. My father died a week ago, and we've been busy cleaning out his home and planning the funeral. I liked the tasks this season, but will have to put most of my reading on hold for a few months.

[Elizabeth (Alaska)]

I'm so sorry, Connie.

[Karen Michele]

Oh, Connie, I am so sorry to hear of this!

[Connie]

Thank you, Elizabeth and Karen.

[Valerie]

Very sorry to hear this, Connie. Please take care.

[Ed]

My condolences Connie.

[Cory Day]

Connie wrote: "I'm going to have to drop out this season too. My father died a week ago, and we've been busy cleaning out his home and planning the funeral. I liked the tasks this season, but will have to put mos..."

I'm very sorry to hear about your dad and hope you find moments to read, even if you can't keep up with the challenge.

[Rosemary]

So sorry to hear of your loss, Connie.

[Megan]

I'm sorry to hear of your loss, Connie.

[Jayme(theghostreader)]

I am sorry Connie to hear about your dad.

[Kazen]

Elizabeth (Alaska) wrote: "But one of things this means is that you can just read what strikes you without a goal or purpose. Let freedom ring!"

Thank you so much, Elizabeth. I am looking forward to following all my crazy whims, I must admit. ;)

[Kazen]

Connie, I'm sending you so much love and many hugs during this difficult time.