Rainy day trying to get things accomplished on the to-do list. I did manage to find some questions for the discussion of Deadline for my book club that I sent out. And I also compiled a biography of Chris Crutcher for the group so they had some understanding of his background. Yesterday I had the pleasure of attending the dedication of a new building at a facility called Fellowship Place which provides services to adults suffering from chronic mental health issues. Some politicos were there, clients, donors, Board members and Administrators. It was pretty well attended I think, nicely organized and the weather cooperated.

Here is President of the Board of Directors Ronald Netter cutting the ribbon.

Pictured right is the Commissioner of Mental Health and Addiction Services for the State of CT Patricia Rehmer, State Representative Patricia Dillon, Ron Netter and Senator Richard Blumenthal. Fellowship Place is a wonderful facility that accomplishes much for its clients. I really learned a lot about it and I was glad I had the time to attend.

In 1926 Winnie the Pooh was published. One of my childhood favorites.

“Piglet sidled up to Pooh from behind. "Pooh?" he whispered. "Yes, Piglet?" "Nothing," said Piglet, taking Pooh's hand. "I just wanted to be sure of you.” ― A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh

Yesterday was my anniversary - 33 years YIKES! When did the time go? Anyway, my husband I celebrated by staying at home and having a fancy dinner- shrimp cocktail

prosecco with raspberries

steak and coconut pound cake

Today we drove to Boston to visit with our daughter and have a celebratory brunch. Ate at Tres Gatos in Jamaica Plains and had a delicious meal. I had to bring home the rice pudding as there was just too much food.

October is National Reading Month. I finished Pie Town- fun, light read. The first in what is going to be a series. Have started Salvage The Bones. This is a very different book- not that far into it but already I am depressed. Like the writing but the story is going to be tough.

Last night I finished The Boy in the Suitcase a mystery thriller that I couldn't put down. It was quite good, caught my attention from the first page. I had to get used to the style of writing- short chapters using each main character's POV to move the story forward. I was surprised with the ending. Apparently this is the first of what will be a series starring Nina Borg, a Red Cross nurse who wants to save the world.

My next book is going to be a bit lighter- Pie Town by Lynne Hinton whose other books I have read.

Finished reading Work Song the November book selection for the group.

I enjoyed Doig's style of writing, his characters and the history tied into the story. Apparently the main character, Morgan "Morrie" was in another book, The Whistling Season, and this book obviously continues his story on the run from Chicago gangsters after he and his brother throw a fight and collect lots of money. I learned a bit about copper mining and it's history in Montana. Should be an interesting discussion. Have even made notes so I won't forget too much before the November meeting. Started The Boy in the Suitcase which is a "hot" book right now. And rightly so. I was hooked from page one and hate to put it down to sleep! Not the most upbeat topic, child trafficking, but the writing and the style are really good. Translated but I think it is well done. I do need to get a bit of work done on my questions for the October book- Deadline- and maybe a bit of author bio. Am inspired by my niece who started a blog to maybe change the look of this blog...will look into that.

All the books I requested at the library have been picked up. Lots of reading ahead. Starting with Work Song by Ivan Doig set in Butte Montana. Historical fiction which I really enjoy. Watched the debates last night. I thought Mitt Romney was aggressive and disrespectful to the moderator and President Obama (interrupting) and ignoring the time limits. I thought President Obama could have been more aggressive but hey he doesn't have the time to practice like Mitt- he is trying to run a country and counteract the lack of cooperation from across the aisle.....I wonder how many people changed their minds after last night's debate? Wonder how many will watch the next one (or two)?