tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post108692792836397696..comments2024-03-27T06:00:32.186-04:00Comments on Girl Plus Books: The Sunday Post #226 | October 18, 2020Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-34060279816922175192020-10-26T08:57:49.733-04:002020-10-26T08:57:49.733-04:00So true, Karen! An outdoor gathering in mid-Decemb...So true, Karen! An outdoor gathering in mid-December is definitely not outside the realm of possibility in FL. :)Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-77427420864862962020-10-26T08:57:00.405-04:002020-10-26T08:57:00.405-04:00Same here, Amber. I have one sister who is totally...Same here, Amber. I have one sister who is totally on board with the lack of Thanksgiving but the other one is angry and upset and says she refuses to let the virus rule her life. *rolling my eyes* I don't let it rule my life but I also try to make smart decisions!Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-12664149648500047362020-10-21T12:20:41.944-04:002020-10-21T12:20:41.944-04:00I'm trying to figure out what to do for the ho...I'm trying to figure out what to do for the holidays. I'd like to have family over for Christmas Brunch but they're going to have to stay at home leading up to it and I don't think anyone will. Ugh. <br /><br />I hope you enjoyed The Roommate!Amber Elisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00671652212967695538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-5198123540072639812020-10-20T14:35:00.781-04:002020-10-20T14:35:00.781-04:00One thing about living in FL is that you can still...One thing about living in FL is that you can still do outdoor things so it will be nice for you to have that option.<br /><br />We don't have family out here and it's always been just the two of us so not much will change for our holidays.<br /><br /><a href="www.fwiwreviews.net" rel="nofollow"> Karen @ For What It's Worth</a>Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13958940283330319507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-39369797132906309292020-10-20T08:41:07.783-04:002020-10-20T08:41:07.783-04:00That's great that you're still able to see...That's great that you're still able to see your family. Seems like circumstances all aligned to make that possible. Hopefully you'll be able to see the CA contingent next year.Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-29643812099458163772020-10-19T20:36:04.337-04:002020-10-19T20:36:04.337-04:00Yay for getting to see your older sister! And a t...Yay for getting to see your older sister! And a tailgate Christmas party sounds like it'll be a blast! We still get to see my side of the family every weekend for family dinner since everyone lives a few miles from us, works from home, does grocery pickup or wears a N95 if they have to go to a doctor appointment. :) But my husband's family is the polar opposite for safety, lives in CA, and this will be the first year we don't see them even once. I'm counting down until life can get back to normal, I desperately want to meet my new nephew in SoCal who was born in July.<br />Jen @ <a href="http://starcrossedbookblog.com/" rel="nofollow">Star-Crossed Book Blog</a>Jen @ Star-Crossed Book Bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06649171571533224264noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-28145859788469444282020-10-19T17:29:29.430-04:002020-10-19T17:29:29.430-04:00It will be great to one day get back to visiting f...It will be great to one day get back to visiting family without a thought again. I hope you can get to The Roommate soon. It was fun! :)Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-53341051813550121252020-10-19T16:42:20.125-04:002020-10-19T16:42:20.125-04:00So glad that y'all were able to come up with a...So glad that y'all were able to come up with a holiday solution that worked for everyone. I know I am so looking forward to things getting under control, so I can visit my grandmother. I hope you enjoyed The Roommate. I had hoped to read it last week, but it just didn't happen. Now I'm waiting on another hold to come through on it.Ali @ Ali's Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07487595062262883183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-41950891258851428342020-10-19T12:52:59.464-04:002020-10-19T12:52:59.464-04:00I think the holidays will look different for a lot...I think the holidays will look different for a lot of people this year. (At least, I hope so!) It's hard to think about staying separate from family at Christmas, but desperate times and all that. :(Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-20474811034595583072020-10-19T12:50:01.990-04:002020-10-19T12:50:01.990-04:00Lydia Bird is breaking my heart! And I'm so sa...Lydia Bird is breaking my heart! And I'm so sad for Jonah that I can't stand it. :(Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-41225873988191824542020-10-19T12:48:46.216-04:002020-10-19T12:48:46.216-04:00I can understand that, Samantha. I haven't see...I can understand that, Samantha. I haven't seen my younger sister in months for the same reason. She's never taken the virus seriously and I constantly see photos on Facebook or IG of her around people (neighbors/friends). I'm not at all comfortable being around her anymore. Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-70991167079966435622020-10-19T12:47:09.549-04:002020-10-19T12:47:09.549-04:00I'm sorry it's been so long since you'...I'm sorry it's been so long since you've been able to see your mom, Nicci. :( It's so hard. I'm glad that you can see your FIL, at least. And I'm sure he appreciates the company since he lives alone.Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-44075003916249669222020-10-19T12:43:48.509-04:002020-10-19T12:43:48.509-04:00I feel the same, Michelle. These aren't normal...I feel the same, Michelle. These aren't normal times. If we have to sacrifice some together time this year, so be it. Hopefully next year we can all be together again. <br /><br />I'm excited to continue on with the Cloverleigh Farms series!Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-37623453879563407902020-10-19T12:42:29.883-04:002020-10-19T12:42:29.883-04:00Omg, that totally random is so true! I hate it! LO...Omg, that totally random is so true! I hate it! LOL<br /><br />I don't think we're doing anything for Thanksgiving really - not that we have big plans ever. Christmas? I know my mom would like to see the grandkids but if the weather is awful, that won't work well because we try to stay outside if/when we see them. I hope your picnic Christmas works out though! That sounds fun.<br /><br />-Lauren<br />www.shootingstarsmag.net Shooting Stars Maghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16074581473656321052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-23498811457752691432020-10-19T12:41:11.064-04:002020-10-19T12:41:11.064-04:00Thanks Sophie. It was so good to finally see her i...Thanks Sophie. It was so good to finally see her in person!Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-14761802612399621862020-10-19T12:40:43.045-04:002020-10-19T12:40:43.045-04:00I think there will be just three of us for Thanksg...I think there will be just three of us for Thanksgiving - me, the husband, and my mom. We'll see if we're able to carry out the Christmas plan. And yeah, I don't imagine an outdoor Christmas gathering would work for you! :)Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-17103131085967388482020-10-19T12:38:31.988-04:002020-10-19T12:38:31.988-04:00Thanks Anne. Yes, it's truly not worth it to b...Thanks Anne. Yes, it's truly not worth it to be taking chances. Especially when some family members don't take it as seriously. If we can't gather safely I'll just stay at home with just the two of us. :)Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-63541110327533676382020-10-19T12:36:04.814-04:002020-10-19T12:36:04.814-04:00Decembers are still pretty mild here so doing some...Decembers are still pretty mild here so doing something outdoor for Christmas isn't beyond the realm of possibility. Hopefully we can work something out.Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-46127562304122819472020-10-19T11:51:40.325-04:002020-10-19T11:51:40.325-04:00Nope, Thanksgiving is definitely a wash here. Just...Nope, Thanksgiving is definitely a wash here. Just not going to happen. My other sister is being pretty vocal about it but I just can't justify taking the chance.Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-35353044836302072472020-10-19T11:50:38.272-04:002020-10-19T11:50:38.272-04:00December's are still pretty mild here so it...December's are still pretty mild here so it's likely that something outdoors will be totally do-able. I imagine your weather is a lot less predictable. I hope we all manage to find some creative work-arounds this year.Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-49845871970850034442020-10-19T11:49:16.177-04:002020-10-19T11:49:16.177-04:00The separation has been hard and knowing the holid...The separation has been hard and knowing the holidays will be so different this year is really tough. I'm glad you were able to manage a visit over the weekend, though!Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-5440021862389571312020-10-19T11:40:27.069-04:002020-10-19T11:40:27.069-04:00Christmas lunch on the beach sounds lovely!Christmas lunch on the beach sounds lovely!Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-16280848909877081712020-10-19T11:33:52.701-04:002020-10-19T11:33:52.701-04:00The holidays will definitely look different this y...The holidays will definitely look different this year - no matter what. Hopefully we can all find ways to make it work while staying safe.Tanya @ Girl Plus Bookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18357204133826428572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-87853977121002531582020-10-19T10:19:58.560-04:002020-10-19T10:19:58.560-04:00We've been trying to figure out our Christmas ...We've been trying to figure out our Christmas plans as well---it can be tricky! Hope you come up with something that works well for you guys!!<br /><br />Nicole @ <a href="http://feedyourfictionaddiction.com" rel="nofollow">Feed Your Fiction Addiction</a>Nicole @ Feed Your Fiction Addictionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08637114079800138680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8051174949483344057.post-1222390732987698352020-10-19T05:30:20.456-04:002020-10-19T05:30:20.456-04:00That sounds like an excellent plan for Christmas, ...That sounds like an excellent plan for Christmas, I hope the weather cooperates. I don’t think our plans will be any different than usual since we have Christmas lunch at the beach <br /><br />Wishing you a great reading week shelleyrae @ book'd outhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03888977858862922561noreply@blogger.com