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·         Moishe eats his grilled dinner and bird watched out the window.

·         Norm even had a kitty litter box put in the utility closet.

ANGIE:  I loved reading about the details of the house.  I know Hannah was a big part of the designing of the house but reading about Hannah seeing it in person for the first time just makes me realize that Norm truly built the house for both of them. 

Katie:  Having not read the book where they built the house...the extent that he went to show it was built for her and Moshe made me cringe. But than it is no secret that I prefer Mike.

·         Pam, Lisa and Hannah taste and judge all the breads.

·         They get on the topic of sleeping.  Lisa is a cool sleeper, needing bunches of blankets and Herb is a warm sleeper who throws off the blanket because they are too warm. 

·         Hannah comments that her companion in bed is Moishe and he snores real loud and she gets a nose full of cat hair if she snuggles too close to him.

·         There is a tie for the bread:  Mango and Peach.  But, both were baked by the same contestant so there is only one winner.

·         Back home, Moishe is back to his old tricks…staring out the window.  I'm guessing he won't be eating anytime soon either.

·         Norm helps Hannah find an appropriate costume for the magic act.  Hannah pulls out a few hideous bridesmaid dresses.

·         Andrea comes to say that Michelle is at the Eagle, a run-down bar with a bad reputation.  Michelle is hoping to find and question Tasha's 3 brothers.

ANGIE:  I am definitely a cool sleeper and need tons of blankets.  I sleep on my side and always have my feet touching my husband as he is always so warm.  He is definitely a cool sleeper, using Lisa's terminology.  When we had a dog (a small Yorkie), he would sleep between us but it would never be on the pillow; usually at my side.  So, I never had mouthfuls of hair, lol.  And, thankfully, neither the dog or my husband snore.

I laughed at all the bridesmaid dresses.  I have a few and I really wonder why I am saving them.  LOL

Katie:  I definitely need lots of covers.

·         The girls go to the bar and find Michelle dressed in a biker outfit dancing with some freak.  Norm butts in and gets the guy to disappear.

·         Michelle was able to find out that the 3 Hicks brothers were at a demolition derby during the time of the murder and were caught for speeding shortly thereafter.  This can easily be verified, I'm sure.

·         Mike comes over to apologize and kisses Hannah.  All it takes is the kiss and all is forgiven, lol.

ANGIE:  Mike should have kissed Hannah right when he found out he was angry at her.  You'd think he would know by now what his kisses do to her. 

I did learn something at the biker bar:  a Pony is a half keg of beer.  Am I the only one who did not know that?

Not much has been done to catch this killer, so I have no comments about suspects, motives, etc.

Katie:   I think saying "a kiss and all is forgiven" is really dismissive of the information Hannah secretly over heard which explained why he acts that way. Yes I knew what a Pony was. I couldn't believe her sister went to such lengths to investigate in such a rowdy area.

·         Michelle goes on to say that Tasha lied about being late to an event, was caught using bad language and then didn't even show up to an event.  It appears she would rather have spent time with her boyfriend instead of competing.

·         Since Tasha's father was the one who signed the forms for her to participate (since she was only 17), her father would be the one to receive the cash prize.

·         Mike and Norman talk about the killing and gruesome details were discussed.  There was one blow to the back of her head, smashing some of her teeth.  And, the second blow was just for good measure. 

·         Hannah gets upset at them because Willa was a friend and she thought they were being insensitive.

ANGIE:  I thought Hannah was going a bit overboard when she got mad at the men for their gory discussion.  I guess I am used to reading mysteries, love gory details and enjoy shows such as CSI, etc. where there is a lot of forensic details and such.  Them calling Willa "the victim" wouldn't have bothered me.  I'm sure Mike and Norm could have been a bit more sensitive to Hannah's feelings as Willa was a person and friend of Hannah's.  But, still, Hannah being angry at them was ridiculous, IMO.  I was glad to see Norm apologize right away though.  Mike, on the other hand, had no idea why Hannah was upset and didn't even know what he was apologizing for. 

Katie:   I kind of understood this...but than I'm the type that tends to over-react when it comes to empathy. There is just something really startling about seeing a dead body of someone you are close to and than when you are in the process of dealing with that lost you see other people moving on or distancing themselves from the loss by using detached terminology. 

·         Norm invites Hannah and Moishe over for dinner.

·         Hannah asks Lisa to replace Willa in the baking contest.

·         To return the favor, Lisa asks Hannah to be Herb's assistant in the magic act since Lisa is claustrophobic.  Hannah reluctantly agrees.

Katie:  Lisa was too short. Hannah agrees even though she is claustrophobic.

·         Herb and Hannah do through a dry run of the magic act.  Hannah has to get into position while Herb creates the suspense and then he shoves 12 collapsible swords into the box.  Hannah knocks 3 times to say she's OK, he then pulls out the swords and Hannah comes out unharmed.

·         Hannah goes to the police station to deliver some cookies and overhears Mike counseling Lonnie about how it's important to shut down your emotions while investigating and depersonalize the victim so they can have a clear head, etc.

·         I guess Lonnie knew Willa and even asked her out a couple times.

ANGIE:  It was neat to see Mike helping Lonnie out with his emotional attachment to "the victim".  He seems to be a good boss.  I don't know if the author was alluding to Lonnie being involved with Willa's murder, but I think that thought is crazy.

Katie:  I really liked how Hannah over heard Mike explaining his actions that irritated her. I liked the maturity in the relationship that Hannah got mad and Mike thought about how his actions were perceived, but didn't attempt to explain himself directly to Hannah. In effect he gave a cursory apology at the time for what happened, but remained true to who he is in not apologizing for being himself. 

What did you think about the magic act?  Did you know that collapsible swords are used?

Katie: I thought it was hilarious the way the dresses came back.

How would you feel about being Herb's assistant?  Are you claustrophobic?

Katie:  Not claustrophobic, but I'd rather be doing the tricks than be the assistant. I love the magic store.

----- Original Message -----

From: Angie Raedel

To: MysteryLovers_BookClub@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Tuesday, December 29, 2009 11:10 PM

Subject: Re: MysteryLovers_BookClub Pick a Page , 12/29/2009 *Debbie*

 

This is another series in my pile to try.  How does this book compare to the first one?  I don't know much about this series other than it centers around yoga.

Angie

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From: Debbie <drouse2006@comcast.net>
To: MysteryLovers_BookClub@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tue, December 29, 2009 6:22:12 PM
Subject: Re: MysteryLovers_BookClub Pick a Page , 12/29/2009, 12:00 am

A.J. eyed her mother skeptically.  Elysia was smiling enigmatically to herself, apparently going for the All-knowing Master Detective thing, but A.J. wasn't buying it.  J.W. Young had never been high on their list of suspects-nor had he volunteered any information that offered any particular insight into anyone else's possible motives.  He believed implicitly in Jane Peters' innocence, but that wasn't proof.

 

Dial Om for Murder

Diana Killian

Debbie

 

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I have a bunch of cookbooks and there are several that I have never cooked a single thing out of!?!?  It seems I started a collection and didn't even realize it!  I love to look thru and read cookbooks but I hate to cook so mostly they are just nice picture books for me...

 

I did get a good one for my hubby for Christmas though.  My hubby is half Greek and has eaten a lot of Greek food over the years but never had any recipes.  I found a Greek cookbook that was published by the Greek Orthodox Church and everyone knows that church cookbooks are always the best!  He can't wait to start making some of the stuff from his childhood.

 

Stephanie

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From: Tammy <TNT333@comcast.net>
To: MysteryLovers_BookClub@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tue, December 29, 2009 10:40:34 PM
Subject: Re: MysteryLovers_BookClub Hold It! - JULESY

 

I'm still waiting for the Taco book to come in. I agree tacos are pretty basic but I'm hoping for some new inspiration. I'm tired of eating the same ole stuff!   I did pick up the Stir fry book and was really impressed. I'm going to try a recipe a week and if I like them I'll buy it with one of the gift cards I got for Christmas. I wasn't impressed with the one pot recipes and will be returning it tomorrow. I've learned to get my cookbooks from the library or PBS as so many I don't end up liking.   Tammy    -------Original Message----- --   From: Julesy Date: 12/29/2009 4:48:35 PM To: MysteryLovers_ BookClub@ yahoogroups. com Subject: Re: MysteryLovers_ BookClub Hold It! - TAMMY   I didn't think there were 75 differnt ways to make tacos, Tammy. lol I like mine just one way ... hard taco shells with meat, shredded lettuce & cheese, and diced tomatoes. *Julesy* "A dog naps so much because it loves so hard." -Anonymous -------- Original Message  -------- Subject: Re:MysteryLovers_ BookClub Hold It!, 12/29/2009, 8:00 am From: Tammy <TNT333@comcast. net> To: MysteryLovers_ BookClub@ yahoogroups. com Date: Tuesday, December 29, 2009 12:49:10 PM   No mysteries but 3 cookbooks:   "The everything stir-fry cookbook" (to go with the new wok I got for Christmas)   "The everything one-pot cookbook"   Tacos : 75 authentic and inspired recipes   Tammy

 

Ok, this is totally off the subject but has to deal with the answers. How, you are asking yourself? Here is how, how in the world do you change the color of your words to stay that color when you are typing your answers. I can change mine, no problem but when I go to do it so my answer color is different than you guys it, being the computer, not me, goes back up to the top of the page.

Thanks for the help. Remember, I just got this new laptop and don't know how to do things yet. LOL

kim in ohio

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From: Donna Owais <donna.owais@yahoo.com>
To: MysteryLovers_BookClub@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thu, Dec 31, 2009 4:04 pm
Subject: Re: MysteryLovers_BookClub Key Lime Pie Murder - Ch. 13 - 16

 

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From: angie319 <angie319@yahoo.com>
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Sent: Thu, December 31, 2009 4:10:34 AM
Subject: MysteryLovers_BookClub Key Lime Pie Murder - Ch. 13 - 16

 

·         Michelle goes on to say that Tasha lied about being late to an event, was caught using bad language and then didn't even show up to an event.  It appears she would rather have spent time with her boyfriend instead of competing.

·         Since Tasha's father was the one who signed the forms for her to participate (since she was only 17), her father would be the one to receive the cash prize.

·         Mike and Norman talk about the killing and gruesome details were discussed.  There was one blow to the back of her head, smashing some of her teeth.  And, the second blow was just for good measure. 

·         Hannah gets upset at them because Willa was a friend and she thought they were being insensitive.

ANGIE:  I thought Hannah was going a bit overboard when she got mad at the men for their gory discussion.  I guess I am used to reading mysteries, love gory details and enjoy shows such as CSI, etc. where there is a lot of forensic details and such.  Them calling Willa "the victim" wouldn't have bothered me.  I'm sure Mike and Norm could have been a bit more sensitive to Hannah's feelings as Willa was a person and friend of Hannah's.  But, still, Hannah being angry at them was ridiculous, IMO.  I was glad to see Norm apologize right away though.  Mike, on the other hand, had no idea why Hannah was upset and didn't even know what he was apologizing for. 

Donna:  I agree.  It seemed strange to me that Hannah was so sensitive.  I had the impression that she and Willa were very new friends as she didn't seem to know very much about Willa.  And murder seems to be often a topic of discussion with her, so why does it bother her now?  But you never know.  I used to work in a hospital and we would discuss gory details about surgical cases over lunch without thinking a thing about it, but once we had a surgical tech join us for a meal and she couldn't eat with us because of our discussion topic.  We had no idea the subject would bother her, since she practically lived in the OR, but had to make sure to change the subject whenever she joined us at future times.

·         Norm invites Hannah and Moishe over for dinner.

·         Hannah asks Lisa to replace Willa in the baking contest.

·         To return the favor, Lisa asks Hannah to be Herb's assistant in the magic act since Lisa is claustrophobic.  Hannah reluctantly agrees.

·         Herb and Hannah do through a dry run of the magic act.  Hannah has to get into position while Herb creates the suspense and then he shoves 12 collapsible swords into the box.  Hannah knocks 3 times to say she's OK, he then pulls out the swords and Hannah comes out unharmed.

·         Hannah goes to the police station to deliver some cookies and overhears Mike counseling Lonnie about how it's important to shut down your emotions while investigating and depersonalize the victim so they can have a clear head, etc.

·         I guess Lonnie knew Willa and even asked her out a couple times.

ANGIE:  It was neat to see Mike helping Lonnie out with his emotional attachment to "the victim".  He seems to be a good boss.  I don't know if the author was alluding to Lonnie being involved with Willa's murder, but I think that thought is crazy.

What did you think about the magic act?  Did you know that collapsible swords are used?

How would you feel about being Herb's assistant?  Are you claustrophobic?

From: Susan Audia

To: MysteryLovers_BookClub@yahoogroups.com

Sent: Thursday, December 31, 2009 9:33 AM

Subject: Re: MysteryLovers_BookClub Pick a Page , 12/29/2009, 12:00 am

 

Debbie, I read The Lovely Bones and thought it was very good.  Just thought I'd add in my 2 cents!

 

Susan

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From: Debbie <drouse2006@comcast.net>
To: MysteryLovers_BookClub@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, December 30, 2009 7:55:59 PM
Subject: Re: MysteryLovers_BookClub Pick a Page , 12/29/2009, 12:00 am

 



Stephanie,

 

It's a cute series.  I will continue with it.

 

How did you like The Lovely Bones?  I have that scheduled for reading either this weekend or the first of the following week.  I saw a review of the movie, which may or may not have come out yet, that wasn't very good, but I think they said that the movie didn't do the book justice.

 

Debbie

 

----- Original Message -----

From: Stephanie Towne

To: MysteryLovers_ BookClub@ yahoogroups. com

Sent: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 9:28 AM

Subject: Re: MysteryLovers_ BookClub Pick a Page , 12/29/2009, 12:00 am

 

I read this book earlier in the year and really enjoyed it.  What do you think of it so far?

 

Stephanie

JF: The Lovely Bones

CR: Judgment in Death

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From: Debbie <drouse2006@comcast. net>
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Sent: Tue, December 29, 2009 5:22:12 PM
Subject: Re: MysteryLovers_ BookClub Pick a Page , 12/29/2009, 12:00 am

 

A.J. eyed her mother skeptically.  Elysia was smiling enigmatically to herself, apparently going for the All-knowing Master Detective thing, but A.J. wasn't buying it.  J.W. Young had never been high on their list of suspects-nor had he volunteered any information that offered any particular insight into anyone else's possible motives.  He believed implicitly in Jane Peters' innocence, but that wasn't proof.

 

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Diana Killian

Debbie

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