Easley Library Bookworms discussion

Recently, my oldest daughter Rebekah and her husband Tony (who live in Maryborough, Queensland, Australia, which is where he was born and raised) were able to attend a medieval festival, similar to the Renaissance fairs sometimes held here in the U.S. They really enjoyed it, and sent me several photos taken there, which I'll share with you all at this link: www.goodreads.com/photo/author/127545... . (And special thanks to our fellow group member Paula, for her gracious help in downloading and saving the pictures!)

I don't know how, but I completely missed this thread, Werner. You're very welcome. I was glad to help! They look like they had a lot of fun! I would love to visit Australia some day. :-)

Paula, if you ever get an opportunity to go, you won't be disappointed; it's a beautiful and fascinating country!

It always looks so beautiful. I have a friend who's brother spent a semester there. I wanted to hide in one of his suitcases, LOL. I'll put it on my bucket list.

Paula, what's a "bucket list?" I've never heard that term before.

It's a list of all the things you want to do before you die, Werner. It's derived from the phrase "kick the bucket."

A few years ago, there was a very popular movie with that title, as well. The Internet Movie Database tells me it starred Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman as two "terminally ill men [who] escape from a cancer ward and head off on a road trip with a wish list of to-dos before they die."

Okay, thanks, Paula! Now I can honestly say that I learned something today. :-)

You're welcome!

It recently occurred to me that it might be interesting to see how many of the books on my to-read shelf are books our library has. There are 375 books currently on that shelf; of those, we have 137 in our collection, or a little over 37%. (Many of the rest are books that I already own myself.) How about some of the rest of you? What portion of your to-read list is made up of Easley Library books?

Of course, thinking about this question prompts others. One might be, do you actually make much use of your to-read shelf? When I joined Goodreads, while I had a mental idea of books I might want to someday read, I did not at first try to make any list of them here. But I eventually decided that using that shelf made the list more tangible and concrete for me, and helped me keep track of newer titles I might otherwise forget. It also provided a way of publicizing books I'm interested in, in case others are interested too. (And it lets friends who are authors know that I want to read what they've written!)

Another question might be, what's the relationship between the library's collection and your book buying? I usually (though not always) operate on the theory that if the library here has a particular book, I don't really need to own it individually. What do the rest of you think? Do you see that the same way, or differently?

Several of you folks in the group are aware --but some others may not be-- that our friend and fellow group member Crystal suffered a devastating house fire last night, caused by an exploding electrical breaker. She escaped with only a dislocated shoulder, and has been released from the hospital; but it's likely that both the house and most of her possessions will prove to be beyond salvaging. :-(

Right now, Crystal doesn't have Internet access. But I know she would appreciate and value your prayers at this time!

Thank you, Werner. She will certainly be in my prayers.

Two new pictures have been added to our "Photos" section. It's Homecoming week, and today was Matey Monday! :-)

The pictures look great, Paula; kudos!

Barring anything unforeseen, Barb and I will be heading out early on Wednesday to spend a few days visiting family. I'll be mostly offline while we're gone. But we plan to be back late Sunday; and I'll look forward to catching up on posts and messages that I've missed while we're away!

Although I haven't been officially diagnosed, I think I have strep throat. Two of my grandsons had it last week, I've been exposed, and the symptoms are there. :-( I stayed home from church this morning, and plan to just rest quietly at home today in the hopes of throwing it off, since next week will be a busy one.

From Tuesday on until around the middle of next week, I expect to be mostly offline, as far as Goodreads and other non-work-related pursuits are concerned (except during meal breaks at work). After five years of widowhood, my middle daughter is getting married on Saturday, Dec. 3 (Yay!), and we have family coming in for the big day, and staying for a few days afterwards.

Feel better, Werner! I know you're excited for the wedding. I am saying prayers for a speedy recovery and happy wedding day.

Thanks, Paula!

In the U.S., Nov. 11 is commemorated as Veteran's Day (formerly called Armistice Day, being the anniversary of the armistice that ended the fighting in World War I). It's not a glorification of war, but a time to remember and honor the men and women who have had to be involved in wars, as part of the armed services, to defend the lives, safety and freedom of their people, or those who serve or served in the armed forces in peacetime in the hope of deterring wars.

To all those who have served in this way, I want to say, thank you for your service. (And though this is a U.S. holiday, I say the same to all those in other countries who have served in the same spirit.)

The Spring 2022 Academic Advising Information Sessions will take place this Friday, March 25th at 10:00 AM in a location listed below for each academic department and related majors. The 2022 Summer and Fall Academic Schedules will be highlighted and advising support from your academic advisor will be offered to you! All undergraduate on-campus students are to be in attendance. A TEAMS link will also be provided by the academic department faculty for students participating remotely.

10:00 – 10:40
All students should attend this session with your major. You will receive double vocatio credit for attending. Bring your iPad.

10:40 – 11:00
Do you have a secondary major? A minor? In the honors program?
Use this time to meet with those advisors after you meet with your primary major/department.

Biology – Science Center, Room 222

Business – Science Center, Room 121

Chemistry/Forensic Science – Science Center, Room 101

Christian Studies – Library, J.R.R. Tolkien Conference Room

Communication/Graphic Communication – Science Center, Room 100

Cybersecurity – Contact Dr. Teo

Criminal Justice – Lansdell Hall, Room 310

Education – Easley, Room 101 (Education Classroom)

English – Lansdell Hall, Room 101

Exercise and Sport Science – Lyceum

History – Lansdell Hall, Room 103

Math – Science Center, Room 122

Music – Harman Chapel, Room 103

Psychology – Lansdell Hall, Room 111

Theatre – Harman Chapel, Theatre Office

Undecided – Dr. Zalduondo will schedule a separate time

Honors – Lansdell Hall, Room 107