i‘m a month late with this and so very sorry- it has been an awful time with crazy brain fog and i‘m not sure what‘s going on- but I liked the book, although it was also frustrating. the title character just made me sad. and although i know it‘s not a happy story it was dark for me. it was mailed and should arrive tomorrow.

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday Dear
Poetry loving, philosophy reading, social justice warrior, friend extraordinaire,
Happy Birthday To You!
christine has a cause that is dear to her this birthday
Out On The Lakeshore - supporting the LGBTQ in West Michigan and giving them a shout out on Litsy.

my #natureaesthetic super excited about this activity and swap. i‘m determined to read all the books chosen even if it‘s in a different time than everyone else. #naturalitsysummerswap

My friends!!!! One of my favorite authors is following me on IG!!!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

@catiewithac you sent an AMAZING package for #travelingstars!!!! Thank you so much from my Leo heart!

I loved this #cbbc book choice courtesy of @Gissy . It is in the mail @Mommamanzi

Loved this so much!!! I hate that my reading is so slow. It is on the way.

I genuinely enjoyed this book so much! I‘m surprised my Grandma did not read or recommend her when I was younger - this is an author we would both enjoy so much. The characters were great- the mystery was a reminder of how tricky people have always been. I want to read more by this author and called my son at college to tell him he needs to read it when he gets home. #goldenageofcrime

Wishing my fellow Littens who celebrate a lovely Beltane eve and day tomorrow. I‘m literally considering it a season instead of a day. I love working with the cycle of nature and am really trying to be present for each day.

I am sending this your way @IndoorDame - it was ok- I am curious to see your thoughts. I‘m trying to re find my poetry rhythm. Sometimes it just fills my heart and brain so I‘m afraid I have that expectation for any i read.

I enjoyed this fun cozy mystery, the main character sells potions, and has a fun best friend and a love interest Im rooting for. I was not positive of the who dunnit and the family characters were entertaining g.
On its way to you Monday @Mommamanzi
Thank you so much @BookwormAHN for my goodies in my new month- sorry it took me a week to post anything! I‘m loving my coffee ❤️

This book was not what I expected- in a good way. I did enjoy the characters, especially Ahmed- and the overall story arc- I do think it could have been a little shorter and perhaps more emphasis on different parts of the story- but that might reflect my interest in characters more than the story itself. Going in the mail today #lmpbc
I used to be a fast reader…. I‘m not sure what happened. 😆

My heart!!! This is charming in every sense of the word! I‘m so glad it popped up as a recommendation when I was searching for books for this group. I can‘t wait to hear what you think- mailing it today. #lmpbc

This was a very character driven story- but some of it was a little “off” for me. I think there are things that I do not find funny that maybe a lot of people do? Or maybe the humor does not age well. But I would not consider this family charming- although to be honest I did like the mom a lot just not the authors way of describing her. I will leave it there. Thank you Julie for my beautiful bookmark❤️#lmpbc

Thanks for the tag @IndoorDame This was so much harder - too many to choose from. But I narrowed it down to Elizabeth Darcy, Jo March and Betsy Ray. Because I love them!
Who else wants to play? #wonderouswednesday

Wishing everyone who celebrates a Beautiful Ostara/Spring Equinox. I am planting new Hellebores today and feel more like this is the beginning of the year (according to Astrology Aries is the New astrological year) so am planning my gardening, reading and goals for Spring. Anyone have fun Spring goals?

I loved this book! I love folk tales, magical realism and Neil Gaiman. So glad it was an #lmpbc pick. It should be in mail by Wed at the latest. But hopefully I will be early and able to stop at post office Monday (full disclosure though this is highly unlikely since I really struggle with being on time)

Thanks for the tag @IndoorDame #wonderouswednesday
1. It completely depends on the book for me. But sometimes I really appreciate a good epilogue.
2. I love pictures. I wish there were more. And I love maps. And I love interactive features.
3. I think my recliners- both indoor and my outdoor chairs that recline, or a comfy rocking chair.

Who else wants to play?

Such a fun postcard and sticker Natasha!!! ❤️

Thanks Ashley! I‘m so excited to have my delicious LA coffee again 🎉🎉🎉#cbbc

Taken off IG ( Barbara freethy) because it‘s a total vibe! Whose with me?

@MicrobeMom in honor of your birthday and shopping spree courtesy of husband, here are my picks for you- also I skimmed your read list and did not see any of these on it but I May have overlooked a few. I will create a tag for each 🎂🥳😘

I love my #blitsyswap package- thank you! But I do not know who it is from? The book choices are perfect! Octavian and Loki agree ❤️❤️❤️

This was recommended from my #auldlangspine match @DGRachel - but I‘m very hit or miss with romance. I‘m not sure if it was timing, or just me but I did not really love this. I know many people do- because it only came last week from digital library wait list.

This was the #goldenageofcrime buddy read hosted by @Mitch for Feb. it was a solid mystery- but definitely problematic in terms of anti Semitic views and racial slurs. It was difficult to overlook, but as an adult reading it also kept thinking this is why Desantis in Florida is evil.

Read this a a February buddy read hosted by @MicrobeMom on kindle- it was fun, light, made me wish I could go there, everything I love in a book when I need my brain to rest.

I enjoyed some of these a lot- others not as much but overall a pick! In mail now.

Sending this to you now @IndoorDame -

Reading this poetry book felt like a powerful and emotional experience in understanding some of the trauma and resilience experienced through immigration. Other layers include generational trauma and feminist trauma. I loved every second of it and am sorry this round went sideways! Adina your notes were a perfect complement to this experience- thank you so much! All three books will be mailed today.

Thank you Diane for this lovely card and bookmark. Sending you lots of love my friend ❤️❤️❤️

Options for #lmpbc group F.

Ok friends- these are books I‘m interested in- thanks to @mabell I own the tagged- but I ordered the others- because I developed this passion from exposure to you three (tbh especially Elizabeth) so my collection is growing. If none of these suit I‘m happy to order something else.

Thank you everyone for this bunch of Valentine goodness! I sent cards out - but none have been received- Sat I went to the post office and was told they do not have a reason but the post master would contact me. I‘m so sorry!!!

This mug is so perfect for me- size, picture- my name on the back!! I love it so much! Thank you Lindsey for the thoughtfulness that went into this swap ❤️😘❤️#muglov #muglove2023
Thank you Cindy and Megan for organizing this really fun Valentines Day swap!

Lindsey your wrapping paper was so much fun! I love the book, coffee and bookmark- but the mug is so perfect it is getting its own post 😘 #muglove #muglove2023

Elizabeth what a special surprise!! Thank you for thinking of me 😘 your packages are always so beautiful and thoughtful 💕

I enjoyed this #lmpbc choice so much! Multiple viewpoints, a little fantasy, NY, and maps. Sending priority mail today.

See @suvata to sign up.

Another delightful romp of silliness and shenanigans. What more could one ask for when one needs a brief respite from the world? Perfect choice for #lmpbc

I‘m wondering how Scribd compares to kindle unlimited? Can any of you offer thoughts?

Thanks for this awesome #auldlangspine giveaway
You host an awesome activity and this event is like icing on a cake! I tagged the book I would most enjoy if I won ❤️

Sharing for @MicrobeMom in case anyone is interested (see her page for sign up information) I will tag some other fantasy lovers too. But open to anyone interested-

Yes I loved this mystery! And I actually have never read Agatha Christie before- (except And Then There Were None) but this was charming, similar to a cozy, humor and intrigue. Another example that English villages are rather deadly places- so glad this was picked for the #goldenagecrimeclub kickoff

My valentines are finished, and will be in the mail Monday. This was my #retro activity for #litsycrafters too. Simple, folded valentines with wax seals.

I think my packages are here Lindsey #mugloveswap ❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️💕❤️

@BennettBookworm here are some images from my favorite local bookstore. Four Seasons Books in Shepherdstown WV Congrats on your milestone and Thank you for hosting this fun #20kgiveaway

This was a fascinating book to read- but it also was challenging. As a vegan - who stated out as vegetarian 33 years ago due to climate change concerns and now recognize animal sentience and human greed as an incompatible struggle- parts of this book literally had me crying. Both over human ignorance and animal intelligence. I do highly recommend it to read and suspect everyone took something different away from it. #naturalitsy

A little more seriousness to the topic of romance with a Duke, a headstrong genteel girl of questionable origin, friendship and social issues. Fast, and while there are things about the trope I both expect and get irritated by have no regrets that this was my #auldlangspine pick - #2 on your list @DGRachel and easily available via Libby. I‘m reading Blackwaterfalls also but only a couple chapters in and won‘t finish this month.