Chat/Banter/Review - May Read

[Perri]

Sharon, you broke a tie for me. Open back in the lead!

[Sue]

Still missing votes for May from:

Gabrielle
Amber
Ellen

Thanks

Sue

[Kirsten]

Next month, we need a rule that you have to vote to participate.

[Lynn Renee]

Kirsten wrote: "Still waiting for Amber!"

I so wish we had a like button lol.

[Lynn Renee]

Kirsten wrote: "Next month, we need a rule that you have to vote to participate."

Sometimes there are one or two who like to vote for people but don't post a list of their own. I personally don't have a problem with that.

[Kirsten]

Lynn wrote: "Kirsten wrote: "Next month, we need a rule that you have to vote to participate."

Sometimes there are one or two who like to vote for people but don't post a list of their own. I personally don't ..."

That's not my problem. She's posted a list but seems to only vote for a few people. If you want me to vote on your list, you should vote on mine!

[Janet , Moderator]

Not everyone comes on here everyday, in fact many probably only come once a week if that. Once a month for some. I really don't want things to get messy or anything should be taken personally. It's just meant to be fun. Yes, in an ideal world it would ALL run smoothly, but we don't live in an ideal world and it will NEVER run smoothly. If you have a majority winner then go with that is my advice, but PLEASE DON'T TAKE ACTIONS OF PARTICIPANTS PERSONALLY. NO ONE MEANS IT THAT WAY!!

I CAN'T STRESS THIS ENOUGH!!

[Christine]

Janet wrote: "Not everyone comes on here everyday, in fact many probably only come once a week if that. Once a month for some. I really don't want things to get messy or anything should be taken personally. It's..."

Welcome back, Janet!

[Jean]

Thanks, Janet. This shouldn't be stressful for anyone, including you, and I'm sorry that you have to keep repeating yourself. I try not to sweat the small stuff (-: thanks again for the wonderful job you're doing with this thread and with this group!

[Christine]

Yes, I agree with Jean. We're all racking up quite a few votes as it is, which is a really good thing. If you end up with a tie, then the options are:
1) cast the tiebreaker yourself
2) ask for a 24 hour runoff vote (from volunteer PIFM voters) Just tell Janet if you want to do that.
3) read all the books in May that tied for first

Now let's have fun!!!

Janet, you are the best, girlfriend!

[Lynn Renee]

Christine wrote: "Yes, I agree with Jean. We're all racking up quite a few votes as it is, which is a really good thing. If you end up with a tie, then the options are:
1) cast the tiebreaker yourself
2) ask for..."

No worries with me. I've got an all out front runner. I do have to check and see if anyone has posted lists since I last checked. Probably tomorrow.

[E.]

Hooray! I finally posted my votes! It took me almost 2 hours because I kept getting sidetracked looking up new books. I think I got about 5 'want-to-read's out of it.
I've got some babies in the birdhouse on the front porch and they've been cheep-cheeping all morning. Like clockwork, every April 20th I start hearing them. There will be another couple of batches through the summer, but the April ones just make me so glad spring is here.

[E.]

...and if I missed anyone, please let me know.

[Janet , Moderator]

Thank you, ladies! :0))

And, yes ........ I'M BACK!!!!

[Jean]

E, sorry, After We Fallisn't available until June. I didn't find this out until today.

[Sharon]

Perri wrote: "Sharon, you broke a tie for me. Open back in the lead!"

Glad I could help :)

[Christine]

E baby, you just threw me into a 3 way tie!!! LOL, LOL, LOL. Pressure on you, Janet.

[E.]

Christine, glad I could help =}
Jean, I changed my vote to Rosary Girls

[E.]

We're such a helpful bunch

[Jean]

Thanks, E! I guess I should take that book off my list, eh?

[Faouzia]

Pat, you voted for a book that wasn't in my list :)
"Still Missing" is in Mandy's list not mine :)

[Brenda]

I have a runaway winner this month: 14 votes for

[Patricia]

Faouzia wrote: "Pat, you voted for a book that wasn't in my list :)
"Still Missing" is in Mandy's list not mine :)"

Ooops! Sorry. I'll get on that

[Patricia]

Faouzia wrote: "Pat, you voted for a book that wasn't in my list :)
"Still Missing" is in Mandy's list not mine :)"

Ok. Got that fixed. Changed my vote to Mr. Penumbra's 24 hour bookstore. I got on a roll with Mandy's list (sheepish grin)!!!

If I got anyone else wrong or missed someone, let me know.

[Patricia]

Looks like mine is going to be with a close second to . I will probably read both. Just finishing the second of one of my tie books for April. (If that makes any sense).

[Tracey]

I have a runaway leader with The Woods. I am looking forward to reading it finally as it has been on my TBR list forever!

[Perri]

I'm back to a tie, but April isn't over yet!

[Sue]

I also have a tie between 2 books, (7 votes each) between Until You're Mine by Samantha Hayes and Disturbed by Kevin O'Brien, as I still have 5 people that haven't voted...so I will choose what I want!

[Perri]

I think I'll invite anyone interested to re-vote, although I secretly want one to win :)

[E.]

I'm now in a 3-way tie.
I really like Perri's comments after each vote. It shows you've really made an effort to select a book. Kudos
I'm missing Daisy and Diane S . Maybe y'all can help this tie...

[Sue]

Still missing votes for May from:

Mallory Heart
Gabrielle
Amber
Ellen

Thanks

Sue

[Kirsten]

Sue wrote: "Still missing votes for May from:

Mallory Heart
Gabrielle
Amber
Ellen

Thanks

Sue"

I wouldn't hold your breath, Sue... It seems some want you to vote for them, but won't return the favor... *sighs*

[Brenda]

I expect we'll have Janet's votes on 4/30. ;-)

[Perri]

E. wrote: "I'm now in a 3-way tie.
I really like Perri's comments after each vote. It shows you've really made an effort to select a book. Kudos
I'm missing Daisy and Diane S . Maybe y'all can help this tie..."

Aww, thanks E. I think Diane S is just back home from the hospital (yeah!)

[Faouzia]

Pat wrote: "Faouzia wrote: "Pat, you voted for a book that wasn't in my list :)
"Still Missing" is in Mandy's list not mine :)"

Ok. Got that fixed. Changed my vote to Mr. Penumbra's 24 hour bookstore. I go..."


Thanks Pat :)
with your vote Mr Penumbra is ahead, so i guess that's the one i'll be reading :)

[Daisy]

E. wrote: "I'm now in a 3-way tie.
I really like Perri's comments after each vote. It shows you've really made an effort to select a book. Kudos
I'm missing Daisy and Diane S . Maybe y'all can help this tie..."

Voted for you E

[Patricia]

I think if a person is missing votes from others, you should cast a "proxy" vote in their name or your name or whatever. Or ask someone on here who has voted already to cast a "proxy" vote. Just a thought.

[Sue]

Kirsten wrote: "Sue wrote: "Still missing votes for May from:

Mallory Heart
Gabrielle
Amber
Ellen

Thanks

Sue"

I wouldn't hold your breath, Sue... It seems some want you to vote for them, but won't return the ..."

It's okay. I will pick what I like.

[Janet , Moderator]

As I've not had time again this month to participate, (kids were on school holidays) what if I make casting votes. I haven't voted for anyone so no bias anywhere. Just an idea!

[Kirsten]

Hey, no problem, Janet! How old are your young'uns?

[Janet , Moderator]

Not that young but still hard work. I think that as they get older they get harder!!! All those hormones raging, drives me nuts!! Three girls - 18, 15 and 11. And my son is 10.

[Perri]

Janet wrote: "As I've not had time again this month to participate, (kids were on school holidays) what if I make casting votes. I haven't voted for anyone so no bias anywhere. Just an idea!"

I like that idea, Janet!

[Christine]

You got a 3-way tie to break for me, Janet!

[Patricia]

Sounds great. Good luck with the teenagers. They are more work.

[Janet , Moderator]

Good. From hereon in I will always have the casting vote, that way you don't have to choose your own read. Hopefully that will keep everyone happy. ;)

So, anyone who has a tie currently, say and I'll look at your lists and cast a vote.

[Christine]

Me, me, me!!!

[Patricia]

With great pleasure, I am having cataract surgery on Tuesday. I have been reading my many books with one eye for about 3 years. Too chicken to get it done. Now I am looking forward to finally climbing out of the dark. (had to kinda fake my driver's license test this last year)

[Jean]

Patricia, good for you! My dad just had both eyes done (several months apart). Both surgeries went well. He turns 88 on Saturday. I'll bet you'll be reading, driving, and all that great stuff much better before long!

[Patricia]

Jean wrote: "Patricia, good for you! My dad just had both eyes done (several months apart). Both surgeries went well. He turns 88 on Saturday. I'll bet you'll be reading, driving, and all that great stuff much ..."

I know it will be better. Night blindness is the one thing I have disliked. Hopefully, that will be corrected.

Oh, I almost forgot. I can't watch 3-D movies with one eye.

[Sue]

Patricia wrote: "With great pleasure, I am having cataract surgery on Tuesday. I have been reading my many books with one eye for about 3 years. Too chicken to get it done. Now I am looking forward to finally cl..."

Patricia, cataract surgery is a very common eye surgery. Five years ago I had a combination cornea transplant surgery & cataract surgery done on one eye. My great grandfather was blind, so this cornea problem is genetic, and in my case the surgery went well. Now I have 20/20 vision in one eye, and the second eye is now ready for the same surgery. When I see my surgeon in the summer I will find out when. Don't worry about the cataract surgery, as it is a quick procedure, and you will be fine right after. I wish you the best of luck, and let us know.

Sue