Chrissy
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That looks really good, but a little bit pricey.....
I'd have to think about how much I might use one of these.
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I really do not need any new ways of stuffing my gob with biccies! I walked away from nutella the other day, and this is my first test of resolve.........
*chink - the sound of my resolve breaking into tiny pieces*
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Repeat after me...."My name is SueK, and I'm a bookaholic!"
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One aspect for me on the acceptance of their fate is that, yes they are brought up in isolation,
but they don't remain so. They leave Hailsham, admittedly to enter a halfway house of a sorts, but they are able to travel around and interact with normal people. Why not question their fate then?
A thought that also struck me was whether any of the children, entering their diffcult teenage have that rebelliousness (sp) notorious in teens? Yes, Tommy has his moments, but they are hissy fits rather than "Let's get outta here".
More questions are raised in this book than are answered. Are the children sterile? If not would they be allowed to procreate? Why is Kathy kept so long as a carer? Is she that good at the job, or has there been no requirement for her 'parts' in that time?
Who actually governs them? Are they citizens and therefore answerable to the nation's laws? If not, what are they considered to be, on the occasions they are considered at all?
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Only 15?
There's no cure, but you are in a safe place where others truly understand your addiction.
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You`re all so friendly ^^
If I need help I write a message to someone okay?
Any help, just ask.
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Both for me. I love browsing anywhere that sells books, and am happy to buy on line if the price is comparable.
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Hello Yvonne!
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I used to type quotes up and pin them to a cork board in my room so I could see them whenever I was passing.
That's a great idea!
I always pick up quotes, but they drop out my mind after a time. -
I've never tried bananas, just the smell puts me off
I have never thought of bananas having a smell as such, until they are ripe and mushy. I love bananas.
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I've tried oysters - wasn't impressed. Just cold and slimey. I hope they were dead!
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I had a long day, waiting for my dog to have his tooth op. He's a fairly battered 10 /11 years old so I felt wobbly about him being put under.
So I read, then read some more. I did nothing but make cups of tea, read the book, magazines, the paper, make cups of tea, and piddle, between about 9 this morning and five this afternoon!
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Finished!
I am keeping quiet about what I think until you lot have finished too!
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Noughts and Crosses has found a little space on my shelf....It kind of just arrived unexpectedly. *whistles tunelessly*
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well I tried to make home made burgers I used a pound of mince two eggs and some tomato sauce but they still all fell to pieces.
I hate it when that happens with a dish that needs 'molding'
Try throwing in some breadcrumbs next time Colin.
I bung in onion, mince, breadcrumbs (couple of slices crumbed using the hand blender), a dash of oil, eggs ....and my not so secret ingredient - a sprinkling of grated cheese!
Well, tonight it's gotta be pancakes. I'll be doing bacon in a cheesy sauce, and the traditional with lemon and sugar/splenda. It's the only time my OH stays with me in the kitchen while I cook!
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I can read in a car, but only for 10 minutes bursts. And never when I'm the one driving
That made me chuckle!
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I think it is worth a read. The stories are magical world versions of 'muggle' fairy tales, and are readable and sweet. In this way JKR has hit the right note.
The footnotes by Dumbledore are ok, but I think I placed too much on them, and so was a little disappointed. Although there is nothing hugely revealing in the footnotes, they are fairly interesting and worth a read.
I'd say read on, but don't expect any revelations!
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Hello aspidistra, welcome!
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I think the number will increase as we proceed - at least I darned well hope so!
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I liked his assistant, (was it Rob?) he came across as quite a helpful friend. I liked that he wasn't all "Do you need a blanket?" with Mr P, but was more of a cynical companion.
He was able to say what changes he had noticed since the diagnosis, which must be invaluable to the health professionals.
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Page 249 for those of a page number inclination!
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But I found everyones dream a few weeks ago:
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/ny/at-europe/at-europe-london-closeup-the-amazing-staircase-042543
Soooo want to have that
I love it, although my first thought was that I would have to have special slippers worn just on the stairs!
It took me a minute to orientate myself, that first shot threw me a little!
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Sometimes I want to read literature, sometimes I want to read a book that has a good tale to tell, but not necessarily a 'brilliant' book.
I am being tugged along by this one, and am happy to go!
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I agree, I hate it when with a miniscule amount of pondering the hero heroine has the answer.
Nutella on digestive biscuit
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