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Dale wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "☼♄Jülie wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "Morning Jules! I'm on the train (always wanted to say that cos everyone shouts it on their phones on the train!) it is a beautiful mor..."I know what you mean Dale! I still love it even after living in Sydney for over 20y. Going across it every morning in the train is one of the highlights of my day. I love going for a picnic or walk at one of the harbour beaches or going somewhere on a ferry.
Carolyn wrote: "Dale wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "☼♄Jülie wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "Morning Jules! I'm on the train (always wanted to say that cos everyone shouts it on their phones on the train!) it is a ..."Have you ever had a walk around the Secret Garden at Lavender Bay Carolyn? Its beautiful!
We often think of coming to Sydney by train to wander around the Harbour, the Rocks area and all those lovely places. Just never seem to get to it;)
Laura wrote: "Where the heck is the coupon area on BookDep? I cannot find it :("I've used a gift coupon before so I had a look but can't find it either Laura. (I did end up buying a book while I was there!)
I have visited Sydney twice, and while they were fun little trips, I really couldn't wait to get out of there. Doesn't happen often when I am on holidays.
☼♄Jülie wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "Dale wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "☼♄Jülie wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "Morning Jules! I'm on the train (always wanted to say that cos everyone shouts it on their phones on the ..."No, I haven't Julie, but I have seen it featured on TV (Australian Story maybe?) so it's on my to do list!
Brenda wrote: "We often think of coming to Sydney by train to wander around the Harbour, the Rocks area and all those lovely places. Just never seem to get to it;)"It's a lovely way to spend a weekend Brenda. Stay overnight and you can wander down to Chinatown or catch a ferry somewhere. Heaps to do - just avoid school hols!
Carolyn wrote: "☼♄Jülie wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "Dale wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "☼♄Jülie wrote: "Carolyn wrote: "Morning Jules! I'm on the train (always wanted to say that cos everyone shouts it on thei..."Its really worth a look...nice place for a picnic lunch with stunning views of Sydney Harbour and Luna Park...it has come a long way since I first saw it several years ago.
Carolyn wrote: "Brenda wrote: "We often think of coming to Sydney by train to wander around the Harbour, the Rocks area and all those lovely places. Just never seem to get to it;)"It's a lovely way to spend a we..."
Yes and the lovely Rocks' Markets on a Friday night, magical!!! The Sydney Festival starts soon too.
Carolyn wrote: "Brenda wrote: "We often think of coming to Sydney by train to wander around the Harbour, the Rocks area and all those lovely places. Just never seem to get to it;)"
It's a lovely way to spend a we..."
That's the worst part - all the people!! But hopefully one day:)
It's a lovely way to spend a we..."
That's the worst part - all the people!! But hopefully one day:)
Sculpture by the Sea which occurs around Bondi is also worth seeing and on currently. Week days are best though it is still crowded and you do a lot of walking. But very good.
Brenda wrote: "We often think of coming to Sydney by train to wander around the Harbour, the Rocks area and all those lovely places. Just never seem to get to it;)"
We occasionally catch the train to Newcastle and have lunch. The train ride is very pretty and there are some lovely restaurants now by the water there.
We occasionally catch the train to Newcastle and have lunch. The train ride is very pretty and there are some lovely restaurants now by the water there.
Brenda wrote: "Thanks Dale:)"While I don't live in Sydney any more you can tell part of my heart is still there.
Phrynne wrote: "Brenda wrote: "We often think of coming to Sydney by train to wander around the Harbour, the Rocks area and all those lovely places. Just never seem to get to it;)"
We occasionally catch the train..."
Ooh please let me know when you're next coming down Phrynne, I'd love to meet up with you and have lunch:)
We occasionally catch the train..."
Ooh please let me know when you're next coming down Phrynne, I'd love to meet up with you and have lunch:)
Brenda wrote: "We often think of coming to Sydney by train to wander around the Harbour, the Rocks area and all those lovely places. Just never seem to get to it;)"An Aussie Readers meet up would be a great excuse to come to Sydney :)
I worked in the city for years and still love going in there. I love the crowds the hustle and bustle everyone busy doing what they need to do. I often take my daughter in but she's not good with crowds.
Veronica wrote: "Brenda wrote: "We often think of coming to Sydney by train to wander around the Harbour, the Rocks area and all those lovely places. Just never seem to get to it;)"
An Aussie Readers meet up would..."
It would Veronica:)
An Aussie Readers meet up would..."
It would Veronica:)
Carolyn wrote: "Laura wrote: "Where the heck is the coupon area on BookDep? I cannot find it :("I've used a gift coupon before so I had a look but can't find it either Laura. (I did end up buying a book while I ..."
Thanks for having a look! I wonder why it's SO hidden? It doesn't make any sense :s I don't remember it being so hard the last time I used one voucher.
Oh, a good book I hope it will turn out to be! :)
I actually had a coupon to use once (ages ago) and went through to checkout looking for the place to redeem it - couldn't find it and all of a sudden I had paid for the order! So I immediately emailed them, and they credited the amount onto my credit card...
I googled it last night and it actually comes up in the 'search' as you're typing it sooooo we know others have looked for the same answer..lol Not so good I think :|It's awesome they did the credit...Mines just 5% but eh...I went out and spent double the price of the book on something else..LOL
Laura wrote: "I googled it last night and it actually comes up in the 'search' as you're typing it sooooo we know others have looked for the same answer..lol Not so good I think :|
It's awesome they did the cre..."
LOL! It shouldn't be so hard to find...and 5% is 5% - better in your pocket....
It's awesome they did the cre..."
LOL! It shouldn't be so hard to find...and 5% is 5% - better in your pocket....
Hi Brenda, The following book I can not find on goodreads can you help please:
Love Your Sister
9780733633256
Thanks Faye
Faye wrote: "Hi Brenda,
The following book I can not find on goodreads can you help please:
Love Your Sister
9780733633256
Thanks Faye"
Love Your Sister by Connie Johnson
There you go Faye:)
The following book I can not find on goodreads can you help please:
Love Your Sister
9780733633256
Thanks Faye"
Love Your Sister by Connie JohnsonThere you go Faye:)
I just came back from another Dymock's Literary Luncheon - this one was John Marsden. It was a delicious meal with wine and champagne followed by him being interviewed. It was very interesting. He has apparently just released his first adult book but I have forgotten what it is called!!! Maybe I should not have had that second glass:)
Phrynne wrote: "Just looked it up. It's called South of Darkness"
Phrynne wrote: "I just came back from another Dymock's Literary Luncheon - this one was John Marsden. It was a delicious meal with wine and champagne followed by him being interviewed. It was very ..."
Lovely Phrynne! I would like to read that one too:)
Phrynne wrote: "I just came back from another Dymock's Literary Luncheon - this one was John Marsden. It was a delicious meal with wine and champagne followed by him being interviewed. It was very ..."
Lovely Phrynne! I would like to read that one too:)
Phrynne wrote: "I just came back from another Dymock's Literary Luncheon - this one was John Marsden. It was a delicious meal with wine and champagne followed by him being interviewed. It was very ..."Sounds great! That's one thing about living in the country... It's very hard to get to those kinds of events.
Phrynne wrote: "I just came back from another Dymock's Literary Luncheon - this one was John Marsden. It was a delicious meal with wine and champagne followed by him being interviewed. It was very ..."Sounds great Phrynne. I looked up the Dymocks website recently but nothing caught my eye. I'll keep checking back as they're a great day out.
Phrynne wrote: "I just came back from another Dymock's Literary Luncheon - this one was John Marsden. It was a delicious meal with wine and champagne followed by him being interviewed. It was very ..."Sounds like a great day! I saw him once giving a talk about his books..I found him quite inspiring when I saw him many years ago.
Laura wrote: "Phrynne wrote: "I just came back from another Dymock's Literary Luncheon - this one was John Marsden. It was a delicious meal with wine and champagne followed by him being interview..."
He told some very amusing stories from when he was teacher. He also made me interested in reading his new book.
He told some very amusing stories from when he was teacher. He also made me interested in reading his new book.
Suzanne wrote: "Phrynne wrote: "I just came back from another Dymock's Literary Luncheon - this one was John Marsden. It was a delicious meal with wine and champagne followed by him being interview..."
Sometimes they go ages without having a speaker I want to hear and then they have several in a row! The food is always good though:)
Sometimes they go ages without having a speaker I want to hear and then they have several in a row! The food is always good though:)
Morning, Vicki! Could be warm today, it's over 18oC outside now. But I will be stuck inside the air-cond hospital all day, except for my lunchtime walk around the block. Might just include the Vinnies down the road to see if there are any book bargains to be had. And a bookfair at Austinmer tomorrow....Finished The Love Song of Miss Queenie Hennessy last night but won't have time to review it until tomorrow (or tonight) 5 ★s though
Vicki wrote: "TGIF! And a very good morning to the EBs."I agree! Feels like I need Friday today. Morning other EB's. It's currently 8.5 degrees here, with a forecast of 37. Just as well I have a pool session at work today :)
Have a good day other EB's
Marianne wrote: "Morning, Vicki! Could be warm today, it's over 18oC outside now. But I will be stuck inside the air-cond hospital all day, except for my lunchtime walk around the block. Might just include the Vinn..."180c!? That would be omg...lol
Good morning everyone! :)
Phrynne wrote: "I just came back from another Dymock's Literary Luncheon - this one was John Marsden. It was a delicious meal with wine and champagne followed by him being interviewed. It was very ..."Dale, you are too funny with that "second glass of wine" comment:) Made me smile.
Is anyone thinking about reading the new Caroline Overington book: Last Woman Hanged? There's a write-up in AWW this month. Louisa Collins was tried not once but four times for the same crime. It does sound like good reading as per AWW article.
Bette I just went to read it as my mum left her copy here on her last visit, and it's last months issue.. The book sounds great though. I only discovered her books on the last 12 months, and loved the couple I've read.
Marianne wrote: "Morning, Vicki! Could be warm today, it's over 18oC outside now. But I will be stuck inside the air-cond hospital all day, except for my lunchtime walk around the block. Might just include the Vinn..."In think Vinnies is a good idea Marianne ;)
Brenda wrote: "Faye wrote: "Hi Brenda, The following book I can not find on goodreads can you help please:
Love Your Sister
9780733633256
Thanks Faye"
[book:Love Your ..."Thanks Brenda, you are always on the ball.
Cheers Faye
Talking about Vinnies and book bargains, I am off to an annual local fete - always get a great bargain there on books. Looking forward to it.
Bette BookAddict wrote: "Is anyone thinking about reading the new Caroline Overington book: Last Woman Hanged? There's a write-up in AWW this month. Louisa Collins was tried not once but f..."Wow yes that goes on my list, thanks for the information. I love all her fiction books. I also love true crime. Will let you know what I think, might be a few weeks before I read it as I am a bit snowed under with the reading at the moment. Cheers
Faye wrote: "Talking about Vinnies and book bargains, I am off to an annual local fete - always get a great bargain there on books. Looking forward to it."Enjoy Faye and let us know what bargains you find :)
Sharon wrote: "Faye wrote: "Talking about Vinnies and book bargains, I am off to an annual local fete - always get a great bargain there on books. Looking forward to it."Enjoy Faye and let us know what bargains..."
I will I am so excited! I love a bargain
I think it's actually going to be a non rainy day here! Plenty to do..Just waiting for 10am to arrive then I will properly carry on with my day...Right now it's goodreads and coffee...bliss :)
Hi all, I am experiencing a couple of annoying things whilst using the app on my iPhone 5, my laptop is no longer working and I haven't replaced it yet.. Have access to a PC but it's outside in the office, do not as handy. Anyway, I'm often unable to remove books from my tbr list, I hit remove this book but it doesn't work. Also whilst making comments on reviews, the typing screen disappears and you have to go back up into the message (that probably didn't make sense!). Is anyone else having issues like this?
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Nothing like that harbour. When we flew into Sydney years ago after our first and only overseas trip, the sight of Sydney harbour brought tears to my eyes.