19 January, 2022

In, and Under, the Weather

Since my last post was about winter storm Izzy, I thought it appropriate to continue the weather theme. This time, though, is my report from crawling out on the other side after being under the weather. Suffice it to say that there's been a LOT of reading done over the last few days, I hadn't the energy for anything else. Each one of these reads were good; very good. The Children's Blizzard is one of historical fiction, dealing with the blizzard of the Great Plains in January of 1888, happening unexpectedly on a relatively warm day. Someone who happens to read this blog emailed a few weeks ago to tell me that her grandfather lived through this event! This is a brutal retelling of the occurrence and its aftermath; made even more so when one realizes that it actually occurred, this one will stay with me. The character development in both Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe and Stars of Alabama is rich and compelling. Interestingly, and completely coincidental, is the fact that I read these back to back and they both take place in small towns in Alabama. I recommend all three for great writing and pure escapism. Hopefully I'll be back soon with more from the sewing space, just when I thought there was light at the end of the tunnel, recovery-wise, Mr. G. has managed to come down with the same thing that I have. 

It's a good thing we have nowhere to go, 
we couldn't if we tried.

Life is Good! 

8 comments:

cityquilter grace said...

get well wishes for both of you!

Quiltdivajulie said...

'Tis the season . . . keep reading and take care. (I loved the Blackbird Cafe book - her Button Tree book is also a good one)

Marie said...

Hello sweet friend, hope you both feel much better very soon, prayers for healing. Hugs, Marie

julieQ said...

I sure hope you are feeling better very soon. Thank you for the book recommendations.

Christie said...

Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe is probably my most favorite read for 2021!!! Hope you are feeling better every day!

Ramona said...

I hope you are back to your normal energetic self very soon. Thank you for the book recommendations. I have added them to my list. :)

straythreads said...

thanks for the book recommendations read the Children's Blizzard for book club

Tanya said...

Oh dear. I hope you and your hubby are back to your healthy selves very soon! I've jotted down your book recommendations!