tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post8171894347104117199..comments2024-03-29T01:03:21.329-04:00Comments on Jungle Red Writers: Jungle Red Check-InJungle Red Writershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16646429819267618412noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-58333566784047646952017-05-08T21:01:02.776-04:002017-05-08T21:01:02.776-04:00Lucy/Roberta,
I theme the comics that I give to t...Lucy/Roberta,<br /><br />I theme the comics that I give to the costumes kids where if I can and make sure they are all age appropriate. I have kids that get so excited that they are coming to the "Comic Book House", that they sometimes forget to wait for the candy.Jay Robertshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11409350742317719903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-12664414572730223622017-05-08T17:02:12.565-04:002017-05-08T17:02:12.565-04:00Oh my, we all need to visit your house for Hallowe...Oh my, we all need to visit your house for Halloween. That sounds amazing!Lucy Burdette aka Roberta Isleibhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04660402177299546055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-28289498841840621462017-05-08T17:01:12.973-04:002017-05-08T17:01:12.973-04:00Oh yes, you are treading water! Fingers crossed fo...Oh yes, you are treading water! Fingers crossed for the jobs and the mothers...Lucy Burdette aka Roberta Isleibhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04660402177299546055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-59057315442227005122017-05-08T14:47:52.720-04:002017-05-08T14:47:52.720-04:00Wow, everyone is so busy with all their various pr...Wow, everyone is so busy with all their various projects, medical issues and so many other things. <br /><br />I'm kind of glad that I don't have nearly as much on my plate as everyone else does.<br /><br />For everyone dealing with medical problems, I wish you a speedy recovery. Hank, if you are at loose ends with no deadline to worry about, maybe think about taking in a Red Sox game and if the schedule works, maybe even a DAY game!<br /><br />I've got a couple of books and a bunch of CDs to review but only books are on a deadline so not too much pressure there.<br /><br />As far as looming summer plans, I really only have an August Red Sox game and some concerts to look forward to. I was going to hit Boston Comic Con but looking at the prices I had to cross that off my list since I also want to hit Rhode Island Comic Con in November.<br /><br />This past weekend was Free Comic Book Day and I'm a yearly participant in that. I usually preorder a bunch of copies of various titles that I buy and put away until Halloween. Then...my house ROCKS on October 31st since I give out candy, comics, prizes for great costumes and the first person to come to the door in a specific kind of costume (Star Wars, superhero, etc). I also took the opportunity to touch base with Boston based writer Jennie Wood, author of the Flutter graphic novel series, at one of her two FCBD appearances. I'm a pretty big fan of both her and her work. I wrote up a recap of my adventures on the day should anyone have a few minutes they want to waste: http://classic-rock-bottom.ning.com/forum/topics/free-comic-book-day-2017<br /><br />I got the court documents officially designating me in charge of my mother's estate so now I have to take care of the things I couldn't do before now because various institutions couldn't legally talk to me (yet still expected to be paid).<br /><br />And I have to dig out the lawnmower and make sure that is in working order since I now have to go back to doing the grass myself.<br /><br />So...nothing that really cries out "EXCITEMENT OVERLOAD" to anyone but perhaps me, but that's my "life" for the next few months, outside of the regular job that pays me money thing.Jay Robertshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11409350742317719903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-58317510200421395582017-05-08T14:32:35.412-04:002017-05-08T14:32:35.412-04:00Thank you, Kathy! And safe travels to you in your ...Thank you, Kathy! And safe travels to you in your upcoming busy schedule<br />RhysJungle Red Writershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16646429819267618412noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-60560679849082195762017-05-08T14:24:37.993-04:002017-05-08T14:24:37.993-04:00Thank you, Kathy! I appreciate the good thoughts. ...Thank you, Kathy! I appreciate the good thoughts. I'll be sure to keep everyone posted. Yes, a pause button sounds like a fabulous idea - LOL!Jenn McKinlayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03214926031147370862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-61603117203996413232017-05-08T14:23:13.352-04:002017-05-08T14:23:13.352-04:00Ha! I remember when my mother would run right by m...Ha! I remember when my mother would run right by me to get to the boys - huh - she still does now that I think on it. Jenn McKinlayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03214926031147370862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-12184019122571967372017-05-08T14:21:44.663-04:002017-05-08T14:21:44.663-04:00Thank you, Edith. I'd give anything to be able...Thank you, Edith. I'd give anything to be able to take the surgery for the boy, sadly body switching is not an option...yet. I love Cape Cod - can't wait to read your mystery!Jenn McKinlayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03214926031147370862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-58144650924057454762017-05-08T14:13:21.068-04:002017-05-08T14:13:21.068-04:00Wow! The Reds and the rest of us are definitely in...Wow! The Reds and the rest of us are definitely in busy mode. I'm excited to hear about all of the writing the Reds are finishing and starting. Standalones from Rhys, Hank, and Ingrid will be such great bonuses to the series from them. Hallie's new book is just around the corner, and I am so happy that Lucy is working on the Key West series. I know that Julia is going to hand over more Russ and Clare soon, and Debs is going to gain all kinds of inspiration in London for Gemma and Duncan. Jenn has so many things for me to catch up on, I really need her to hit pause. And, those of my darling Reds with health issues or loved ones with them, I will keep you all in my prayers. Rhys, I'm glad that John is doing well enough to go to England soon. He is such a special person. Jenn, I can't imagine the stress you're going through with a child facing major surgery. Ingrid, I hope you are good as new soon.<br /><br />The rest of May and June are going to be crazy busy for me, but with good things. Today, I'm going to an appearance by Lori Rader-Day, whose latest book The Day I Died is a favorite of mine. She has promised me a giant hug for my review and a get-together after the event, so I'm really excited. I also have a high school graduation (of brother's twin daughters), a granddaughter's piano recital, and a trip to Universal Studios Orlando Wizarding World of Harry Potter (with daughter and her family that goes into the first of June). June brings my son's 30th birthday and my 45th high school reunion. So, I am ready for some good times. And, of course, there is so much great reading coming out and reading I need to catch up on. Kathy Reelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17004247271452356577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-61708345598834689092017-05-08T13:39:00.303-04:002017-05-08T13:39:00.303-04:00Everyone one sounds like they are hanging in very ...Everyone one sounds like they are hanging in very well indeed! My hub and I drove to Ohio and back recently to attend a wedding, the older son of some very good friends. Our grand-daughter also lives in the vicinity so we had a quick visit with her. She is in HS and we fly her down for spring break and a summer break annually. We managed to have dinner with another family who became our family while we lived there years ago. Their two grandkids are our godchildren so we got caught up on their lives. A good trip.<br />I still have the urge to start clearing extraneous stuff from our house, but the thought is overwhelming. I started on my closet. Bit by bit. I'll no doubt stretch it out over several days because I can only stand so much. I'm going on a road trip with my sister in June. Had to twist her arm but she agreed. We're going to the Black Hills to enjoy the beautiful scenery and history and meet author Ann Charles at a couple of events. It just sounds like fun and we both love her stories. Other than that I am in a holding pattern. Waiting and hoping my hub finds employment or consulting jobs soon. I don't feel we can travel right now because of that. We both have our mothers in town to keep an eye on and take to appointments. Oh well. Treading water here.Pat Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12732230586783432052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-88972601968739566182017-05-08T13:37:40.672-04:002017-05-08T13:37:40.672-04:00You guys are all so busy! So much productivity amo...You guys are all so busy! So much productivity among the group.<br /><br />I'm head over heels with gardening, between the veggie and berry garden at the farm, and my perennials and herbs at home. Planting potatoes and green beans today.Karen in Ohiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18002794561817071780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-92029201185073974662017-05-08T13:17:24.969-04:002017-05-08T13:17:24.969-04:00When we lived in Ohio and then Minnesota one did n...When we lived in Ohio and then Minnesota one did not plant a garden until after Memorial Day.Pat Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12732230586783432052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-85594568026343899952017-05-08T12:32:35.961-04:002017-05-08T12:32:35.961-04:00Lucy, I agree that Jim is intrepid! Good luck with...Lucy, I agree that Jim is intrepid! Good luck with the house, Jim, and it sounds like you are already adjusting to the new hip. <br /><br />Those writing retreats sound wonderful. I'm wondering how I can do one at home! As Gigi said, we are doing everything we can to take advantage of this glorious May weather. I may have to resort to pulling my rolling laptop table out onto the deck for a few hours in the mornings.Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-69718974897941808352017-05-08T12:02:19.896-04:002017-05-08T12:02:19.896-04:00Hallie: Lilacs are another month away in June. O...Hallie: Lilacs are another month away in June. Ottawa is famous for its tulip festival. It the 65th year, and tens of thousands of tulips are supposed to be on colourful display in the next two weeks. At least these flowers are hearty enough to withstand the cold and rain!Grace Koshidahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05934603958949938617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-15136440841845724852017-05-08T12:00:18.258-04:002017-05-08T12:00:18.258-04:00Sorry about the layoff Mary, but sounds like you a...Sorry about the layoff Mary, but sounds like you are making the very best of the time! Definitely plan another trip to include Key West!Lucy Burdette aka Roberta Isleibhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04660402177299546055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-64655424552818226132017-05-08T11:58:47.474-04:002017-05-08T11:58:47.474-04:00Wow Jim, getting a new hip and putting the house o...Wow Jim, getting a new hip and putting the house on the market two weeks later?? You are intrepid!Lucy Burdette aka Roberta Isleibhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04660402177299546055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-1313699876840772142017-05-08T11:57:37.270-04:002017-05-08T11:57:37.270-04:00 Your life sounds wonderfully hectic GIgi! And you... Your life sounds wonderfully hectic GIgi! And your house sounds like mine… Lucy Burdette aka Roberta Isleibhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04660402177299546055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-75436487151666035492017-05-08T11:08:44.135-04:002017-05-08T11:08:44.135-04:00A writer's retreat in Key Largo sounds heavenl...A writer's retreat in Key Largo sounds heavenly! Is it an annual gathering, Mary?Ingrid Thofthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04063912686011336076noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-68972230410958024682017-05-08T11:06:43.626-04:002017-05-08T11:06:43.626-04:00Jim, it was great meeting you, and I hope the new ...Jim, it was great meeting you, and I hope the new hip doesn't give you any trouble! Moving is so stressful, but I have to admit that I love sorting and pitching things out. It's so energizing!Ingrid Thofthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04063912686011336076noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-59083286162351921832017-05-08T10:35:09.805-04:002017-05-08T10:35:09.805-04:00Jim, are you a Friend, by chance? ;^)Jim, are you a Friend, by chance? ;^)Edith Maxwellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01388006370860482509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-28941653051629030242017-05-08T10:34:12.795-04:002017-05-08T10:34:12.795-04:00My new-last-year baby lilac bush is covered in blo...My new-last-year baby lilac bush is covered in blooms, Hallie. Fabulous.Edith Maxwellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01388006370860482509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-77649515509771631382017-05-08T10:33:23.405-04:002017-05-08T10:33:23.405-04:00We are going to the convent retreat house again! W...We are going to the convent retreat house again! We went last summer and - no wifi in the house - were very productive, with much hilarity and story telling over wine in the evenings.Edith Maxwellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01388006370860482509noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-7716632792077848422017-05-08T09:54:36.422-04:002017-05-08T09:54:36.422-04:00MARY, eager to hear about your Grub Street class! ...MARY, eager to hear about your Grub Street class! It will be life changing! Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-81242579894968026482017-05-08T09:53:22.184-04:002017-05-08T09:53:22.184-04:00Oh moving! You'll find lots of treasures, I be...Oh moving! You'll find lots of treasures, I bet!Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17420701704169428286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-24723597149997878942017-05-08T09:48:15.028-04:002017-05-08T09:48:15.028-04:00It's so nice to read what all the Jungle Reds ...It's so nice to read what all the Jungle Reds are up to. Nice idea, Lucy! I hope all the surgeries are successful. <br /><br />I was recently laid off, and have made my main goals walking and writing during the lay-off (along with looking for work, of course). I do have to still run my small side business, work in the yard, keep the house somewhere near clean, make sure the dog is clipped and bathed, conquer the laundry mountain, and get meals on the table here and there for myself and two grown children -- who appear here and there, even thought they're officially living here. Well, you all know what I mean on most of those counts, I'm sure. <br /><br />Last week some friends and I went on a lovely writers' retreat in Key Largo. (I never got to Key West, Lucy, or on an Everglades Tour, both of which I was very disappointed about. But to me that just means I'll just have to go back someday!) The main goal of the weekend was writing, so we didn't have much time for sightseeing, but it was magical. The weather was perfect, as were the good food, good drinks and laughing with friends. I am hoping to extend the writing routines into my everyday life now that I'm home. Next month, I'm taking a multi-week writing course at Grub Street in Boston: Jumpstart Your Novel. That should also help keep me on track.<br /><br />As far as my walking goal, it's been difficult. I usually walk on hiking trails, and as others have noted, the New England weather hadn't been cooperating. I've been going out when I can, but I miss the daily hikes. Hopefully I'll be able to be more consistent with that soon! MaryChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10410779359733661454noreply@blogger.com