Thankful Thursday: Book Club

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, May 9, 2024

I am thankful for my friends in our book club. There are 12 of us that meet once a month for food, fellowship, and book discussion. This month we are reading "The Seeds of Change" by Lauraine Snelling with Kiersti Giron. It is about a family in Ohio in 1865 that decides to join a wagon train to move farther west.

I have not read any books by this author before so I am happy to find a new author. Have you read any of her books?

Have a blessed day!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"Know ye that the Lord he is God; it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful unto Him and bless His name. For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting; and His truth endures to all generations" Psalm 100:3-5

Blind Date with a Book

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, February 14, 2024

To celebrate Valentine's Day the library wrapped books in red paper, wrote a description and the barcode on the front, and offered them for checkout sight unseen. A blind date with a book!
What book lover could resist? Not me!

I unwrapped it this morning - "Bittersweet" by Colleen McCullough. Set in Australia in the early 1900s, it is a story about four sisters as each one follows her dreams and ambitions. Sounds good to me!

Happy Valentine's Day!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"Know ye that the Lord he is God; it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful unto Him and bless His name. For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting; and His truth endures to all generations" Psalm 100:3-5

Thankful Thursday

I am thankful for the ladies in our Book Club! Some of us have known each other for years; others are new friends. We met Monday to discuss "The Street Lawyer" by John Grisham. It was about the legal problems of homeless people, and those who try to help them. It grabbed our attention from the first and held it all the way through!

Have a blessed day!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Thankful Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, January 18, 2024

I am thankful that my pantry shelves were full - no need to rush to the grocery store before the winter storm.
I am thankful we had more propane added to our tank last week - no worry about not being warm enough.
I am thankful that the electric power stayed on - the snow and sleet did not cause trees to fall on the lines.
I am thankful that I have 10 books checked out from the library, and thankful for the extra time to read!

Have a blessed day!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Bicycle Mural

New Albany Mississippi, USA, October 16, 2023

Artist Katie Sappington painted this mural on the side of the Tallahatchie Gourmet to draw attention to the nearby Tanglefoot Trail.

It is a popular walking, hiking, and bicycling trail that was created by paving over an abandoned railroad track. And just down the street at the library you can borrow a bicycle for the day!

Have a great day!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Books

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, September 28, 2023

I am thankful for books and Libraries! I borrowed these three on Monday: "Big Lies in a Small Town" by Diane Chamberlain, "A Week in Winter" by Maeve Binchy, and "Nantucket Sisters" by Nancy Thayer. I worked 22 years in a library, but had no time to read. Now that I am retired, I am reading a lot. As someone said, "So many books, so little time!"

Have a blessed day!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Books

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 27, 2023

I love to read, and I am thankful for libraries! I checked these out yesterday.

Standing in the Rainbow by Fannie Flagg
Death by Beach Read by Eva Gates
The Little Women Letters by Gabrielle Donnelly
Thistles and Thieves by Molly MacRae
The Pawful Truth by Miranda James

I have read other books by Miranda James and Fannie Flagg, but the other authors are new to me.
What do you like to read?

Have a blessed day!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Monday Mural

Saltillo, Mississippi, USA, May 21, 2023

This is the first mural I have seen that turns a corner! Artist McKinnon Herring painted it at the rear entrance of the Teachers Resource Center. Because of traffic on the street in front, most people use this entrance.

Does it remind you of the "Yellow Submarine" song by the Beatles?

Because the Center offers tutoring for young children, she used the book "Pete the Cat: Scuba-Cat" as her inspiration for this wall.

I hope you have a fun week!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Monday Mural: Faulkner, August 1, 2022

Ripley, Mississippi, USA, July 26, 2022

A tribute to author William Faulkner and his great-grandfather, W. C. Falkner, who was also a writer.

"When I grow up, I want to be a writer like my great-granddaddy." The artist is Anna Frances Stroud.

Have a great day!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

Monday Mural: At The Library, June 27, 2022

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Ripley, Mississippi, USA, June 21, 2022

This mural at the Ripley, Mississippi Library is 10 feet high and 20 feet wide. The artist is Bella Steiert.

I hope you have a good week!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"Know ye that the Lord he is God; it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful unto Him and bless His name. For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting; and His truth endures to all generations" Psalm 100:3-5

"Cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you" 1 Peter 5:7

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Friday's Fave Five, October 1, 2021

1. October

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 1, 2021

October is my favorite month of the year! The Summer's heat is gone, and Winter is not here yet. 

I especially like this calendar from Blue Letter Bible. Each month has a nice photo, a Bible Verse, and at the bottom of the page, a brief devotional on the scripture.

"For the Word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing as far as the division of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart." Hebrews 4:12

2. Book Club

Our book club selection for October is 'Heart and Soul' by Maeve Binchy. Last month we read 'At Home in Mitford' by Jan Karon.

3. Senior Citizen's Bingo

I'm a winner! About a dozen of us older folks get together once or twice a month to play Bingo just for fun and fellowship. We moved the tables farther apart, and we all wear masks. There is no charge to play, but those who want to can donate small prizes. On Wednesday I won a box of cheese crackers! They are very thin and crispy - a tasty snack.

4. Fresh Fruit

They say "An apple a day keeps the doctor away!" but I prefer oranges.

5. Living with Diabetes

I am especially thankful for food made especially to help us diabetics control our blood sugar! I pour chocolate Boost on my morning cereal instead of milk.

Have a blessed day and a wonderful weekend!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11

Willy Nilly Friday, December 11, 2020

Willy Nilly Friday 5, Floral Friday Fotos, The Weekend in Black and White,
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1. Eagles (Sky Watch Friday and I'd Rather B Birdin')

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, December 6, 2020

We have been blessed with good weather this week - cool, but sunny. And in the tree...

Haliaeetus leucocephalus, Bald Eagles!

2. Tree (The Weekend in Black and White)

Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, December 6, 2020

We enjoyed our trip to Shiloh National Military Park on Sunday.

3. Morning Glory Bush (Floral Friday Fotos)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, November 3, 2020

My Morning Glory Bush, Ipomoea fistulosa, bloomed in October and November, but I forgot to post a photo!

4. What I am Reading

I like detective stories and I like animal stories, so how could I resist "The Highly Effective Detective Goes to the Dogs" by Richard Yancey? And of course, I have to read the first book "The Highly Effective Detective" first. I am reading more books than usual this year. Are you reading more?

5. Spider (Saturday's Critters)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, October 14, 2020

I went back to October to find a critter for today - a spider eating lunch.

Have a wonderful day!

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Willy Nilly Friday, December 4, 2020

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1. Winter Sunrise (Sky Watch Friday)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, December 3, 2020

We have had a long beautiful Autumn, but below freezing temperatures on Monday reminded us -
Winter is coming!
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2. Blessing Box (Signs 2)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, November 24, 2020

To help feed the hungry:

"Take what you need. Leave what you can.
Little becomes much in the Master's Hand"

3. What I am Reading

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, December 4, 2020

Books by Alexander McCall Smith:

"The Bertie Project" from the 44 Scotland Street series

"The Dog That Came in from the Cold" from the Corduroy Mansions series

"In the Company of Cheerful Ladies" from the No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency series

4. Baby Squirrel (Saturday's Critters)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, November 26, 2020

Squirrels can be pests, eating all the birdseed, but the babies are so cute!

5. Cardinal (I'd Rather B Birdin')

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, November 17, 2020

Attention Squirrels! This is who the birdseed is for!

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Willy Nilly Friday, October 9, 2020

Willy Nilly Friday 5, Sky Watch Friday, The Weekend in Black and White,
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1. Pickwick Lake (Sky Watch Friday)

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, October 2, 2020

We had beautiful weather for our trip to Pickwick Lake last Friday (Oct 2). But this Friday, October 9, is completely different. We have rain coming in ahead of Hurricane Delta that is bringing dangerous weather to the Gulf Coast. Thankfully, we are far enough inland that rain is all that is predicted for us.

2. Wildflowers (The Weekend in Black and White)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, September 30, 2020

I sat down on the ground to make the flowers seem taller!

3. What I am Reading

front cover

Jan Karon's "To Be Where You Are" is the 14th in the Mitford series.

back cover

A good read from the first page to the last!

4. Cat (Saturday's Critters)

Lee County, Mississippi, USA, September 25, 2020

Our neighbor's cat, Shug, is a sweetheart!

5. Egret (I'd Rather B Birdin')

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, September 14, 2020

Great Egret, Ardea alba.

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Willy Nilly Friday, July 31, 2020

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1. Hot Summer Days (Sky Watch Friday)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 30, 2020

On hot Summer days we have two choices: stay inside near the air conditioner, or find a shady place near a lake with a cool breeze blowing!

2. Phlox (Floral Friday Fotos)

Black Swallowtail Butterfly, Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 30, 2020

Phlox blooms are a magnet for Butterflies!

3. What I am Reading

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 31, 2020

I read the first of Jill Churchill's Grace and Favor Mystery series, 'Anything Goes,' several months ago. On a recent trip to the library I picked up more of them. The setting is New York during the early 1930's. You should read 'Anything Goes' first to get the background info, and then the others can be read in any order.

4. Deer (Saturday's Critters)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 21, 2020

a White-tailed Deer at the edge of my neighbor's yard, just seconds before it bounded back into the woods

5. Towhee (I'd Rather B Birdin')

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, June 13, 2020

I see Towhees feeding on dropped seed under my feeders, but they are so camera-shy I rarely get a photo. And I almost didn't get this one!

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Thankful Thursday, July 23, 2020

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, July 23, 2020

I am thankful that our library is offering curbside service!

I login to the library website using my library card number and reserve the books I want to read. When they are ready for pickup, the librarian calls me. When I drive up to the library, I call her, put the passenger side window down, and she sets my books on the front seat.

This week I got four murder mysteries by Katherine Hall Page, and another mystery by Jill Churchill.

Books are returned through the book drop slot and kept in quarantine for a week before they are available for checkout again.

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Willy Nilly Friday, June 19, 2020

Willy Nilly Friday 5, Sky Watch Friday, Weekend Reflections,
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1. Clouds (Sky Watch Friday)

Lee County, Mississippi, USA, June 17, 2020

We have had beautiful blue skies this week with fluffy white clouds.

The crop in the field is Winter Wheat, ready for harvesting. Then the farmer will probably plant soybeans (to be harvested in November).

2. Babies on the Porch!

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, June 11, 2020

I have been very careful when watering one of the hanging baskets on my porch.

A pair of Carolina Wrens raised their babies there!
I saw two, but could get a photo of only one.
Now that they have flown, I can stop just misting the plant and give it a really good drink of water!

3. What I am Reading

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, June 19, 2020

I am enjoying the Secrets of Wayfarers Inn series of books.

A brief summary from the back of the first book "Family Secrets."

4. Anole (Saturday's Critters)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, June 10, 2020

I found a Green Anole, Anolis carolinensis, enjoying its insect lunch in a flower pot on my porch!

5. Green Heron (I'd Rather B Birdin' and Weekend Reflections)

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, June 15, 2020

a Green Heron, Butorides virescens,...

stalking its prey, and then suddenly...

… a dinner of fresh-caught fish!

Have a wonderful day!

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