Hey there,
It’s rained for several days now and been fall gloomy here. My reading and reviewing time has been cut short and creative time is limited to markers, magnetic tiles, and kinetic sand this week. So instead of a full-on blog post/round-up, I’m offering three quick things! I hope you enjoy them.
Take care & stay safe!
1. A good book for a rainy day!
The Old Girls’ Network by Judy Leigh
It’s never too late to change…
After a health scare, 77-year-old spinster Barbara goes to convalesce in the sleepy picture-perfect English country village of Winsley Green with her sister Pauline. The sisters are chalk and cheese – Barbara, outspoken and aloof, and Pauline, good-natured and homely – so it’s not long before the tension starts to rise.
When Pauline accidentally knocks down a vagrant called Bisto Mulligan, the ladies find themselves with another houseguest. As he recovers, it becomes apparent that Bisto is not who he first seemed and, as the sisters get to know the kind and courageous man he really is, it’s clear Bisto could change both of their lives.
As the spring turns to summer, and the English countryside comes to life, can the three friends make the changes they need to, to embrace fresh starts, new loves, new journeys, and new horizons? Or do old habits die too hard?
Funny, joyful, and with a spring in its step that reminds you to live every day like it’s your last. Judy Leigh has once again written the perfect feel-good novel for all fans of Jennifer Bohnet, Rebecca Raisin, and Cathy Hopkins.
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2. A Fall Classic Drink
Healthy Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte from Amy’s Healthy Living
These are some of the ingredients you will need, but be sure to read the recipe in full.
nonfat milk or non-dairy milk
pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie mix!)
3. It’s the perfect time to start a project like this
Vintage Christmas Stocking Pattern – Knitted
This pattern is from Michelle Woodford. I have not tested it.
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Hi Gina,
Hope all’s well. Happy to have glanced at this week’s Friday Finds. Saw The Old Girls’ Network.’ Would check it out. Also loved the homemade pumpkin spice latte. A great drink to take, especially in the coming cold months. The vintage Christmas stocking pattern is lovely. I checked the last Friday finds too. I missed that one and didn’t get to congratulate you on your anniversary. That’s awesome. Congratulations to you and yours. The Wild Horses on the Salt by Anne Montgomery seems like a good read. Would browse it on kindle. Enjoy your weekend, Gina.
Regards,
Chika.
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Gina, love this Friday Reads 🙂
Going to do a share a pumpkin latte with my daughter in he morning!
Hi Gina!
Yes I liked the three quick things today, especially the book at the top. I got the audiobook to listen to while I keep busy doing things around the house. It looks like a fun “listen”. Hope your gloomy weather and our smoky sky in the NW pass quickly!
Thanks and stay safe from the fires & smoke!
I always look forward to your books. Somehow you always have the kind of books that I enjoy reading. Aside from being shorter, I’m not sure what you changed.
Thanks Judy. It really is just shorter instead of 3 of everything I just did 3 total. I appreciate you reading it. Gina
Thanks Siobhan. Glad you like it!
Hey Gina!
I dig the new style! Stay safe and also dry lol
❤️ Siobhan