Better late than never but I wanted to make sure to get a post out today. Things here are pretty much status quo. My evening calls to check on Gpa have turned into a nightly episode of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. I know he isn't being mean on purpose and I keep reminding myself that but sometimes it still doesn't help.
The pups are doing well. We are getting ready to celebrate Apollo's first Halloween. I'll make sure to take some pics. We aren't really doing trick-or-treat handouts due to COVID but there are a few kids in the neighborhood we are putting care packages together for. Nothing major but it will still allow us to have the Halloween spirit.
We have been watching lots of old scary movies and a few new ones. We finally watched Books of Blood last night and Mr. Barb thought it was boring but I found it to be okay. Nothing spectacular but at least entertaining. We also watched Abyssal Spider, a foreign film about a giant sea spider, and are in the middle of Bly Manor.
The main time killer is that I have finally made tons of progress on my library. Out home is 120 years old and we don't have the availability to move everything out of the room while revamping it. Thus I've had to do it in stages. It's half painted in a wonderful purple called Wonderland and trimmed in white. I've also built and installed 4 white bookcases. I need to build one more, paint a little less that 1/2 of the room, hand some pics and do some final touches. I will give you guys a virtual tor when I get to a good point.
I have two books I'm focusing on this weekend. Both are for Flame Tree Press tours at the end of the month.
And I also received a few exciting ARCs.
So sorry for the new graphics. I'm still trying to figure out something I like with the new Blogger and everything. I hope you are also all staying safe.
Look for lots of reviews this week as I'm playing catch up!
Hey it's all good. We are all just doing the best we can with Wordpress and Blogger changes and this crazy year! You are probably finding plenty of great reads for this time of year, no doubt some of your favorites. Happy reading!
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This year has sure been a struggle. Yes, this is one of my favorite times of the year for spooky reading! Hope you and your daughter are doing well!
DeleteDon't you hate seeing the people you love age? It's so hard. Good luck with everything this week! I hope it's a good one for you. :)
ReplyDeleteYea, I went through dementia and then Alzheimer's with my Grandmother and it's such a sad thing. I'm so glad that he was so aware for so long though.
DeleteOoh can you believe it's almost Halloween already? We're probably not going to do much either with the pandemic but we do have some candy in case any kids come. We'll probably just set it out on the porch.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see the pics!
Man October has flown! I think sitting it on the porch is a great option as well. Whatever you do, hope you manage to have fun and stay safe!
DeleteThat's so sweet with the care packages! I don't know how many kids will be trick or treating in our neighborhood this year, but I'm sure there will be a few. I think I'll be leaving a table out on my porch with candy on it for them to take. I have one of those glass partition doors too, so I can still enjoy kids' costumes and say hi :)
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Oh how fun that you can enjoy the costumes. I just hope there isn't a large outbreak following the holiday!
DeleteBly Manor! I am very curious as to what you think about it. And your work on your house sounds tough - but am sure its going,o look lovely when you're clone.
ReplyDeleteSo far I'm not finding it as exciting as the first season. I think I'm a tad confused. I have 2 episodes left so I'm curious how it plays out. I do love the relationship between the Nanny and the gardener.
DeleteI'm excited to see your library. You've reminded me that I also need to do a library tour since I cataloged and reserved all my books. Hope you have a good week!
ReplyDeleteYes you do. Can't wait to see yours as well.
DeleteOh, Barb, I feel you in regard to the Library revamp! We had to rent a storage unit for a while, but we're making visible progress. Best wishes for your project!
ReplyDeleteI'm more than half done. I had to take a mini-break as it was physically wearing me out. I hope to be finished in under 2 weeks.
DeleteThe library project sounds brilliant - but it is terribly tiring if you're having to move everything around as you go, because you also need to keep it covered up, etc. So it takes twice as long! Looking forward to seeing how it looks when it's finished. We had a chat about it and have decided not to do anything for Halloween this year. It isn't nearly as big in the UK, certainly not in our area, anyway. But with numbers steadily rising - I just think it's not worth the risk...
ReplyDeleteYes it is taking twice as long. I'm hoping to get some pics soon!
DeleteI love the Jenny Lawson cover and can't wait to get that when it comes out! I'm very much looking forward to seeing your library when it's done! I'm supposed to be rearranging my bedroom this week but it's Tuesday and I haven't lifted a finger yet...
ReplyDeleteIt's the best cover isn't it? I knew you'd be waniting this one.
DeleteThe "new Blogger" is a swear word for me right now. 😡
ReplyDeletePoor Grandpa. Is he on new meication? That sometimes made my grandmother ornery. Hugs for you and grandpa. 💟
Your library project sounds wonderful. Of course I agree with your color choice. I can't wait to see pictures. 💜
I liked the new graphics. 👏👏👏✨
I hope you had a great start to your week. 🌞
Thanks. I need to visit your blog so don't think I forgot you. No, I think it's just his dementia. I notice if I call later in the evening he acts differently and my Gma acted the same way - I think they call it Sundowners. I will be sharing pics soon.
DeleteI can't wait to see what you think of After Sundown! I just got an ARC of that and can't wait to dive in!
ReplyDeleteYou'll love it!
DeleteHave fun with Blogger. Old or new, sometimes it's hard to make it do what we want it to do but hey, it's free, that's why I use it too. But there are nice possibilities. Love your font :)
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