I've been a part of my book club since I first moved here 6 years ago. The group has evolved and changed: people come and go. We like to keep things flexible, easy-going, and welcome new-comers. We don't usually stress over low attendance. But lately things have been dragging a bit. I have been guilty of not showing up even when I've read the book. And I often show up when I haven't read the book! (The treats are always delicious! And the company wonderful.) After some discussion last month, we decided that maybe what we all needed to get our butts in gear to read AND show up for the discussion was some good, old-fashioned validation. And what validates better than a gold star?
Nothing. That's what.
So we made bookmarks tonight. Not just plain old, boring bookmarks. But bookmarks that are super-cute, functional (they list the upcoming locations and books) AND validating! If you show up at book club you get an honest-to-goodness GOLD STAR on your bookmark! And if you've actually read the entire book we're discussing, you get ANOTHER gold star! Why am I so excited about this? I'm really not sure. The gold stars (you know... the really "official" ones that come in the pack with the somewhat lesser silver, green, red and blue stars) were on sale at Walgreens for only 50 cents! Maybe that's it.
I wish I could show you a picture of this super cute, super functional, AND super validating laminated piece of paper, but my camera's busted. A serious tragedy that I have not yet come to terms with.
Do you need a gold star? I've got one right here for you. Tell me what you've done today to deserve it.
In other news: It is hot in Oregon. But the strawberries are ripe and ready for picking! Who wants to go picking tomorrow? I bought a half flat today and they were gone in under 2 hours.
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I want strawberries. I need strawberries. For the last two weeks on my way to a study group I have stopped at this little local farm to buy their fresh strawberries. I bought twice as many the second week. They were so deliciously sweet and perfect. And the farm lady even goes through the pints, one berry at a time to make sure they are all perfect. And they are. I really need to come see you. Know anywhere that I can score a transporter?
I want a gold star bookmark! I miss the book club. Ped sent me the list and I have read several. Although I probably need a new list. I want a gold star because I am bringing a fabulous meal to a new mom and my feet are killing me and it's the girls' first day of summer break. UGH!
I have no local farm to pick fresh strawberries at. It really is a tragedy and a crime because nothing beats a warm strawberry off the vine...but I do have Costco. And they are delicious.
And I deserve a gold star today because...
a) my daughter actually got her hair done today
b) I just ran 3.8 miles even though it is 2 p.m. and I have had running clothes on since 9a.m
c) I am about to eat a healthy breakfast...or lunch...or mid afternoon snack. I haven't eaten today. Bummer.
Post your reading list! I'd love to see what your group reads. And I don't know if the berries are quite ready here, but I'm ready for them. Yum.
Gold stars for everyone! You have to come visit me to get it. Did I mention that?
hm, what gold star worthy thing have I done today? well, I didn't tell my husband about all the annoying and insensitive things his visiting parents said to me today. :)
I want a gold star too. And I will GLADLY come visit you to get it!! I certainly don't know what I did today to deserve one...umm, maybe my house didn't burn down today?!
please, please post your reading list. I would love to vicariously join your group.
And, it made me smile to think of that plant and juice pitcher. I had totally forgotten about them, but am amazed and in awe of your green thumb ability. I'll be lucky to keep a plant alive for three months!
Love you Sarah.
Ooh.. I like this. (Does that make me self-centered? Perhaps.)
The following are reasons that I , Katy.. deserve me a star.
1. I remembered the Krispy Cremes for last day of school tradition, complete with "Hooray for You" front door signs.
2. I made sure all my kids ate at least one fruit today. (I know. Pathetic.)
3. After eating nachos AND pasta italia AND a Little Ceasers breadstick AND cake..
decided instead of going to bed fat.. I should hit the gym at 10:00 PM and close the place down.
Do I get 3? PLEASE?
Hey, I tried to come and visit you guys, but I think the health department had quarantined you by the time I got there!
When I was little, we used to get gold stars on our foreheads in Primary if we were good. You can't beat a good old fashioned gold star for motivation. It's so very validating. Great idea!
So I missed my first gold star- bummer! Although I did read the book, so do I get one star?
I wanted to go strawberry picking as well. I will call you! I bought all the pectin, corn syrup etc so I am ready to fill my pantry and freezer with fresh jam- yummy!!!
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