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Yes, I find WWI movies are particularly wrenching—the horrific waste of human lives over a conflict that had little point always hits home. 1917 is a brilliant cinamatography achievement and is breathtaking in its art. The individual protagonists are heroic . . .but yes, it does leave you keenly aware of the awfulness. Still, I recommend seeing it as a piece of art.
Commented yesterday on At the Movies at Word Wenches
At the Movies
Anne here, and today I'm talking about going to the movies. Some people I know have a regular movie-going habit — they go once a fortnight, or once a month or even every week. Not me. Movies tend to fly past my awareness like lightning — by the time I realize I want to see a movie, it's usually ...
Anne, I loved Knives Out—very clever, and well-plotted.
I also just saw 1917 the other day, and it's an amazing cinematography tour de force. Really well done emotionally, too. Just a very powerful film.
And despite the scenes of violence, which aren't my cup of tea. I really enjoyed Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Pitt and DeCaprio were wonderful.
Commented yesterday on At the Movies at Word Wenches
At the Movies
Anne here, and today I'm talking about going to the movies. Some people I know have a regular movie-going habit — they go once a fortnight, or once a month or even every week. Not me. Movies tend to fly past my awareness like lightning — by the time I realize I want to see a movie, it's usually ...
Sharing love and support with family and friends is something for which to feel immense gratitude. I think all of us second your hopes for things getting better all around the world, where so many people are facing terrible challenges.
Books do provide hope and solace to so many, so I'm glad that we Wenches can help be a flicker of light when darkness feels overwhelming.
Commented Jan 6, 2020 on Gratitude at Word Wenches
Gratitude
Andrea here, We've reached the 11th day of our Wenchly Christmastide posts, and are winding down the celebration in readiness for starting the new year in earnest. For the most part, we've been having light-hearted fun with them, as befits the festive season, where we raise a toast to the jo...
All the things you mentioned are true blessings! Reading really provide an amazing source of joy.
Hugs on the computer. Learning a new system is stressful, but I'm sure you'll soon get the hang of it.
And thank you for the lovely words about the wenches.I'm so glad you enjoy the blog.
Commented Jan 6, 2020 on Gratitude at Word Wenches
Gratitude
Andrea here, We've reached the 11th day of our Wenchly Christmastide posts, and are winding down the celebration in readiness for starting the new year in earnest. For the most part, we've been having light-hearted fun with them, as befits the festive season, where we raise a toast to the jo...
Beautifully said, Sue. That we're part of such a grand connection generations is a wonderful thing. And love is a strength beyond measure.
Commented Jan 6, 2020 on Gratitude at Word Wenches
Gratitude
Andrea here, We've reached the 11th day of our Wenchly Christmastide posts, and are winding down the celebration in readiness for starting the new year in earnest. For the most part, we've been having light-hearted fun with them, as befits the festive season, where we raise a toast to the jo...
Thanks you so much, Margaret. That's very humbling. I hope that the Wench books—and of every writer around the world—can be a positive force, giving people hope and inspiration in the better sides of human nature.
Commented Jan 5, 2020 on Gratitude at Word Wenches
Gratitude
Andrea here, We've reached the 11th day of our Wenchly Christmastide posts, and are winding down the celebration in readiness for starting the new year in earnest. For the most part, we've been having light-hearted fun with them, as befits the festive season, where we raise a toast to the jo...
What a lovely saying on the towels, Mary. I really believe joy is in the looking around and appreciating all the little beauties. (I think if people looked up more often from their devices and reconnected to things more important than social media, they would be less stressed and unhappy!)
Commented Jan 5, 2020 on Gratitude at Word Wenches
Gratitude
Andrea here, We've reached the 11th day of our Wenchly Christmastide posts, and are winding down the celebration in readiness for starting the new year in earnest. For the most part, we've been having light-hearted fun with them, as befits the festive season, where we raise a toast to the jo...
Oh, yes—books are REALLY high on the list.
Like you, I truly stop often and think about how lucky I am to have food, shelter, and an environment free from fear and danger. So many people in the world are struggling simply to survive.
Commented Jan 5, 2020 on Gratitude at Word Wenches
Gratitude
Andrea here, We've reached the 11th day of our Wenchly Christmastide posts, and are winding down the celebration in readiness for starting the new year in earnest. For the most part, we've been having light-hearted fun with them, as befits the festive season, where we raise a toast to the jo...
Teresa, that's very lovely post, and I'm so happy that things are going well for you and your daughter. And so glad your health is looking up. May 2020 continue to bring light and loveinto your life.
Commented Jan 4, 2020 on Gratitude at Word Wenches
Gratitude
Andrea here, We've reached the 11th day of our Wenchly Christmastide posts, and are winding down the celebration in readiness for starting the new year in earnest. For the most part, we've been having light-hearted fun with them, as befits the festive season, where we raise a toast to the jo...
Jeannette, it really hard sometimes not to be affected by the struggles and challenges that Life throws at us. I find taking joy in th iny things makes the larger trouble seem brighter. I love your cinnamon toast! And yes, that first cup of morning coffee! Those things really matter!
I'm so glad the Word Wenches brings a smile to your day! Our readers do the same for us!
Commented Jan 4, 2020 on Gratitude at Word Wenches
Gratitude
Andrea here, We've reached the 11th day of our Wenchly Christmastide posts, and are winding down the celebration in readiness for starting the new year in earnest. For the most part, we've been having light-hearted fun with them, as befits the festive season, where we raise a toast to the jo...
Mary, you're so right—feeling grateful is a great gift to have. Negativity is a huge energy drain, and affects your ability to enjoy what you have. It's very sad that people dwell in the shadows rather than look for the light.
I'm so sorry for the arthritis, but how wonderful that you're surrounded by love and and such a caring family.
Commented Jan 4, 2020 on Gratitude at Word Wenches
Gratitude
Andrea here, We've reached the 11th day of our Wenchly Christmastide posts, and are winding down the celebration in readiness for starting the new year in earnest. For the most part, we've been having light-hearted fun with them, as befits the festive season, where we raise a toast to the jo...
Gratitude
Posted Jan 3, 2020 at Word Wenches
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I love church music and architecture as well, and find it wonderful for inspiring quiet reflection. I've never had specific "Christmas colors" but love the brightness of many hues to make the darkest days of the years a bit cheerier.
LOVE those gloves, Nicola. They are gorgeous!
Commented Dec 27, 2019 on The Colours of Christmas at Word Wenches
The Colours of Christmas
Nicola here on the third day of Christmas, talking about colours (or even colors!) For me this year, Christmas has been a very colourful occasion. White, red and gold have traditionally been the colours associated with Christmas in my home ever since I was a child and helped my grandmother deco...
It seems most of us are on the same page, Anne. We may doodle in notebooks or random sheets of paper, but respect too much to deface them!
Commented Dec 25, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
So glad you enjoyed them, Karin. I found them very funny, too.
Commented Dec 25, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
Ha, ha. I feel the same way. I cringe when I see book cut up——especially old ones torn apart for the illustrations!
Commented Dec 25, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
Ha, ha,Quantum! A very intertesing observation. Maybe you could get a literary-minded colleague in biology to do some study on that!
Commented Dec 25, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
Happy Holidays to you, too, Kareni!
I vote that your grammarian gets scolded. Even if he/she is right it's just annoying.
Commented Dec 24, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
It drives me crazy when people correct or leave a running commentary in library books. Write a letter to the editor! Subjecting countless readers to margin comments detracts from the enjoyment of the book.
I think many of us were taught that one isn't supposed mark up books. Those lessons stick!
Merry, Merry Holidays to all, and a very happy 2020!
Commented Dec 24, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
Yes, I was also taught to revere the printed page, Anne. I never, ever mark a novel, and try to use sticky paper in making a research book. But on a few ocassions in research I have resorted a pencil, But I really try not to!
Commented Dec 24, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
That's very cool that you sketch elements from your stories, Pamela!
I have very well-worn books just from the number of times I've read them. No markings but I think people would still be able to tell they were much loved.
Commented Dec 23, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
Yes, it was REALLY forbidden to write in textbooks, Sue, so I guess that where I learned it. Also, I just respect the printed page and don't want to mess it up.
Notebooks are definitely fair game. I doodled a lot in mine.
Commented Dec 23, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
SO funny, Lil. (I'd to be someone who bored you!)
I really dislike people who write in library books, too. It's just plain thoughtless to others.
Commented Dec 23, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
LOL—so true! I love that the same archetypal scribbles seem to appear throughout the centuries!
I really don't like to mark up books, but like you, I do highlight sections in research books of stuff I need my stories.
Commented Dec 23, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
So glad you enjoyed them, Mary. I never mark a book, but confess to doodling in my school notebooks—a lot!
Happy Holidays and a wonderful 2020 to you and all the Wench family of readers! We love our wonderful community!
Commented Dec 23, 2019 on Random Doodles! at Word Wenches
Random Doodles!
Andrea here, What with the holidays upon us, and this week likely being a frenzy of last-minute running around, I’ve decided to keep my scribbling short. Very short! So I'm doing something a little different. Now, scribbling is the operative word. Many of us here enjoy historical books—both on...
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