I'm sitting in my husband's comfy chair, quilt on lap, t.v. on low for background noise, hot coffee in my mug and my first book ready to go!!
Book 1: If You Come Softly by Jacqueline Woodson
Started: 8:10 am
Finished:10:00 am
Pages: 181
Quick Thoughts:
I absolutely loved this one. Heartbreaking and oh so real. Now I'm off to read the sequel.
Welcome to the read-a-thon! Enjoy these first few hours-they'll fly by! I'm sure you'll do great. :D
ReplyDeleteLove your opening post title and pic!!! And Woodson is so awesome. :D
Go Staci, go Staci! Rah rah. That's my unofficial cheer for you. Happy reading. I just know you'll succeed.
ReplyDeleteWild Reading Rumpus - I love it :D Go read 'em, Staci!!
ReplyDeleteHave fun! :):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)
ReplyDeleteIt is raining on your side of the State? The sun is trying hard to peak out over here. Read away!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you have a wonderful cozy set-up! Good luck!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat start to the read-a-thon! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteLooks like you are all set and off to a good start, Staci! I hope you have a great time today. Happy reading!
ReplyDeleteHave fun today!
ReplyDeleteIf You Come Softly is a great read-a-thon read, but saaaad. Enjoy! I'll be here to cheer since I did read-a-thon yesterday.
Traditional read-a-thon blessing:
ReplyDeleteMay the bookshelf be there to greet you.
May all the books appeal.
May the fridge be full of tasty snacks;
the words fall soft upon your eyes and until the read-a-thon ends,
may you always hold a book in the palm of your hand.
Good luck today!