Member: nzurisana

"Find Me" is the 9th book in Carol O'Connell's 'Mallory' novel/mystery series. This is one series that I recommend be started with the first book in the series:"Mallory's Oracle". The series is as much about the mystery that is 'Mallory' as it is about the mystery in each novel.

In the 1960s, I drove the New Mexico/Arizona/Calif. portions of Route 66, the part that goes (went) through Gallup NM. The TV show "Route 66" was also a favorite of mine, when it was on the air.

posted by Catgwinn at 5:49 pm (EST) on Jul 30, 2009

I would think that the internet in general would be most helpful to you & your husband, both for information and for the social aspect. I really like the social aspect of LT; someplace to discuss books, etc. I also like ABE Community Forums for book "talk". I've also, just recently, signed up on Facebook.

Graham TX is located several counties west of Fort Worth, so is not really that close to McKinney TX, where I live. McKinney is just north of Plano, TX which is north of Dallas. McKinney is one of the communities along I75North.

I've heard of the buried Cadillacs ("Cadillac Ranch"???)but have not see them except for photos. I think "Cadillac Ranch" was one of the highlights of the old "Route 66". BTW, "Route 66" (the part that still remains) was the locale for a book I just finished: "Find Me" by Caroll O'Connell.

posted by Catgwinn at 5:47 pm (EST) on Jul 29, 2009

I have gotten quite efficient at managing any leftovers. When I go out to eat, usually lunch, I bring home whatever I don't eat there, and often get two additional meals out of the order. I've also discovered the rotisserie chicken at my supermarket. I usually buy one when they are on sale. I can get a whole week's worth of lunches & suppers from one chicken, and, I don't need to heat up my oven or skillet...a real plus during the hot summers that we endure here in North Texas.

posted by Catgwinn at 8:43 pm (EST) on Jul 28, 2009

I chose your library because we share 45 book titles (so far)
including several of my less common titles, not just the classics.

Regarding my cooking and baking,I used to do both quite frequently.
I was even in a couple of 'gourmet' cooking clubs when I lived in Idaho & in Florida. I used to really enjoy making pies and other pastries as well as making bread from 'scratch'. Now, I keep things simple, as I mostly cook for myself. My small apartment kitchen is fine for everday cooking, but not for anything too complicated.

I enjoy quilts and quilters, but am not an active quilter. Again, the small apartment makes spreading out fabric, etc. a challenge, especially withtwo cats "helping" =^..^=

posted by Catgwinn at 3:26 pm (EST) on Jul 25, 2009

Thank you so much. I will have to check them out!
I have four dogs and four cats: a Rottweiler, a Black Lab, a Husky, and a Border Collie. We are unsure of the breeds of the cats... one might be calico. But they definitely keep us on our toes.
~Mary

posted by PishPosh at 7:24 pm (EST) on Jul 16, 2009

Muriel:
Are there any you would recommend for beginner cooks? Growing up, I was never really interested, but now I am tired of only making messes in the kitchen. ;) Austen is a beloved favorite of mine. Northanger Abbey is different from her other works, but I thought it was decent. Of course, Pride and Prejudice is my favorite (Mr. Darcy!)
~Mary

posted by PishPosh at 10:22 pm (EST) on Jul 13, 2009

Hello, Muriel,
Your library is very unique with quite a few works I have never even heard of. I absolutely LOVE all of the books you have on... food! I need to start reading some more cooking books; I'm sure my hubby would appreciate eating in for a change. :P Our shared love for the Brontes has also sparked my interest in your library. =) Have a nice day.
~Mary

posted by PishPosh at 6:27 pm (EST) on Jul 11, 2009

Thanks! I really appreciate your thoughts!

posted by MissTeacher at 4:54 pm (EST) on Jun 24, 2009

Thank you for participating on my new thread.

posted by callmejacx at 10:38 pm (EST) on Jun 21, 2009

Habari gani?
I'd like to ask you whether you've lived in Africa and if so, where?
I grew up in Kenya and I feel forever connected to that wondrous country!
Annika

posted by Daffobint at 5:03 pm (EST) on Nov 21, 2008

Thanks for adding me to your interesting libraries. I notice we both have a lot of music--I only have my books in my library, not me CD & LP collections--and enjoy literature.

I was surprised and delighted to see Ishi in Two Worlds in your library. You are the first person whose library i explored that has had that book. Did you enjoy it? I've read it twice--but it has been quite a while. I need to look at it again! The books we share include a lot of my favorites--we must have similar tastes. I've enjoyed my visit. I'll be checking back when I need an idea of something new to read.

posted by MusicMom41 at 10:11 pm (EST) on Sep 9, 2008

Hi nzurisana: I am flattered that you have chosen my library as your first interesting library. What was it about it that appealed to you? Hope you find a lot of simpatico folks here in library thing! Welcome! Miriam

posted by almigwin at 12:10 pm (EST) on Jul 13, 2008

Hi Mom! Over 800 books!!! I'm so impressed!

posted by rbarlow at 3:07 pm (EST) on Jul 10, 2008