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Olive Kitteridge - Favorite Lines

At the edge of the continent, Crosby, Maine, may seem like nowhere, but seen through this brilliant writer’s eyes, it’s in essence the whole world, and the lives that are lived there are filled with all of the grand human drama - desire, despair, jealousy, hope, and love.At times stern, at other times patient, at times perceptive, at other times in sad denial, Olive Kitteridge, a retired schoolteacher, deplores the changes in her little town and in the world at large, but she doesn’t always recognize the changes in those around her: a former student who has lost the will to live; Olive’s own adult child, who feels tyrannized by her irrational sensitivities; and her husband, Henry, who finds his loyalty to his marriage both a blessing and a curse. As the townspeople grapple with their problems, mild and dire, Olive is brought to a deeper understanding of herself and her life – sometimes painfully, but always with ruthless honesty. Olive Kitteridge offers profound insights into the human condition - its conflicts, its tragedies and joys, and the endurance it requires.

What a deal!

I found a fabulous deal for March's book on Amazon--you can get Olive Kitteridge (new) for only $5.50! Let me know if you want me to get you one and I'll send off a bulk order by February 1st. I need 5 copies to qualify for free shipping. :o) Happy Reading to all!

Thinking ahead. . .

Chose my book for March meeting. . . . .wanted to commit so I can getting reading ahead. . . Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout. I picked up my copy at Title Wave, but I believe Costco carries it as well.

Random House notes about this book. . . .

At times stern, at other times patient, at times perceptive, at other times in sad denial, Olive Kitteridge, a retired schoolteacher, deplores the changes in her little town of Crosby, Maine, and in the world at large, but she doesn’t always recognize the changes in those around her: a lounge musician haunted by a past romance; a former student who has lost the will to live; Olive’s own adult child, who feels tyrannized by her irrational sensitivities; and her husband, Henry, who finds his loyalty to his marriage both a blessing and a curse. As the townspeople grapple with their problems, mild and dire, Olive is brought to a deeper understanding of herself and her life–sometimes painfully, but always with ruthless honesty. Olive Kitteridge offers profound insights into the human condition–its conflicts, its tragedies and joys, and the endurance it requires.

Happy Birthday, Tracy!

Oh, Amy

Just a note about Amy's "challenge" of bringing a typed list of three things we want to accomplish in the next three years . . .

ALL I CAN THINK OF IS STUFF THAT IMMEDIATELY TAGS IT AS "RAHNI" so now I'm torn between truth and striving to make it hard for people to guess. Truth should win out, I'm aware. :o)

Just a reminder what "Marissa Jones" chose:

1. Lose 100 pounds
2. Kiss a stranger
3. Change someone's life
4. Wear sexy shoes
5. Run a 5K
6. Dare to go braless
7. Make Buddy Fitch pay
8. Be the hottest girl at Oasis
9. Get on TV
10. Ride in a helicopter
11. Pitch an idea at work
12. Try boogie boarding
13. Eat ice cream in public
14. Go on a blind date
15. Take Mom and Grandma to see Wayne Newton
16. Get a massage
17. Throw away my bathroom scale
18. Watch a sunrise
19. Show my brother how grateful I am for him
20. Make a big donation to charity

The Classics

You know, when I'm asked to think of a short story, without fail, these 4 come to mind:

The Lottery (Shirley Jackson)
The Ones Who Walk Away From the Omelas (Ursula K. LeGuin)
All In a Summer Day (Ray Bradbury)
The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry)