Faithr Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 You don't know what a gift you've given me, Robin, these past three years. I am so excited to do the 52 in 52 again! And I love the refinements on the inspiration reading project! Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganCupcake Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I'm in! I've loved participating this year. I'm mulling over my 5/5/5 for 2013. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlbuchina Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I'm going to try again this year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justme824 Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 Count me in :) I am eager to get back to regular reading and I think a challenge will be just the thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlbuchina Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 Just try to leave, Dawn. We'll come after you :001_smile: I decided today that I'm going to start a notebook for my reading. A page a book with title, author, great quotes and my thoughts. I do reviews on my blog regularly, but my own personal notes get lost. I love this idea. I'm going to go find me a notebook right now. There's gotta be one around here somewhere... I was looking at the WEM challenge, and it looks like if I try to do that, I could expanded it to help me meet the 5/5/5 challenge. Would that be right? If I read 5 books in each of those 5 categories, I would meet the requirements of the 5/5/5 AND the WEM mini challenge? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin M Posted December 13, 2012 Author Share Posted December 13, 2012 I love this idea. I'm going to go find me a notebook right now. There's gotta be one around here somewhere... I was looking at the WEM challenge, and it looks like if I try to do that, I could expanded it to help me meet the 5/5/5 challenge. Would that be right? If I read 5 books in each of those 5 categories, I would meet the requirements of the 5/5/5 AND the WEM mini challenge? Yes Ma'am! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beckster Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 Newbie here! I read almost all the posts this year, and probably read close to 52, but never posted. I need to de-lurk. Can I join?!?! You all seem like a fabulous bunch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggieamy Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 Newbie here! I read almost all the posts this year, and probably read close to 52, but never posted. I need to de-lurk. Can I join?!?! You all seem like a fabulous bunch! You're in! No need to wait until next year. Just pop over to the Book a Week thread and let us know what you're reading right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin M Posted December 13, 2012 Author Share Posted December 13, 2012 Newbie here! I read almost all the posts this year, and probably read close to 52, but never posted. I need to de-lurk. Can I join?!?! You all seem like a fabulous bunch! Absolutely - jump right in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelAR05 Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I think I am going to join in this year. I need a new challenge. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trillian Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I'm in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Inna* Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I'm in! Thanks to this challenge and weekly threads I have discovered many wonderful books. :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5LittleMonkeys Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I'm going to try this year too. I've watched the progress you all have made over the year and was always a bit intimidated at the idea of keeping up. I so miss doing my own reading though...most of my reading is school related right now...I'd love to get back to reading for my own enjoyment. Now, off to figure out the "rules". :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paisley Hedgehog Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I was doing great up until September....and then, I lost count...and interest( how bad is that???) I haven't really been reading anything except Facebook and Pinterest and related blogs for myself. I have also been reading a ton of books on my health issues, nutrition, exercise and auto immune problems. I tend to firget that they count in the final count.....so, didn't list them. Add in books on home organization and minimalism, de-cluttering, de-junking, decorating and other "make my life better and not about homescooling" books. I have been reading to my kids....hard books like Sir Gawain and the Green Knight and Beowulf .....and easier ones like Harry Potter and short stories like Rip Van Winkle.....but, I have fallen off the book wagon.....and need to get back on. So, if you guys will have me back, I think I will buy myself a new fun book to read....nothing too hoity toity, or academic, or deep.....and jump in for 2013. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnitWit Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I'm in but can I make a request? Reading the new forums without that hybrid view makes it much harder to scan/skim threads, particularly this one because I'd try to just get the current titles being read! Would it be OK to have everyone NOT include their long list of every book they've read for the year in each post? Or maybe linking to the list on a blog, if possible? I love the lists, but not when I have no choice but to scroll endlessly through them. :) Oh, see, now I LOVE seeing everyone's lists! I get behind on coming to the thread and I end up being soooo inspired. I especially appreciate those who rate their selections with *stars* or who comment regarding which books were their favs and why. I join every year. I never get far every year. LOL! I will join again. I love to read and want to continue to purposefully allow myself time to do that for MYSELF. This past year, I did buy a small blank book to record books I've read and make notes regarding whether I would read it again or not. I also am making a list of books I've read that I would like to own. I seem to never be able to remember those when people ask about gifts. However, like my reading, it fell by the way side. I guess the big thing is to keep moving forward. Even though I didn't read even 40 books this year, let alone 52, I read far more than I would have without the encouragement and the constant temptations shared in the Book a Week thread. :) So, thank you for doing this again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnitWit Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 Oh, and as a knitter, I'm thrilled to see that audio books count! Now I can cover two loves at once and REALLY enjoy the free time that I carve out for myself! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jen3kids Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I thought about joining last year, but never got around to it. I'm in this year - my New Year's resolution is to join and participate in discussions, instead of being a voyeur :blush5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Robyn Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I'm in again, and I am list neutral and pro image. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolyn in Ohio Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I am in. I really need to keep better track of the things I read. Keeping a list for this will really help me Carolyn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeghanL Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I really really really want to do this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin M Posted December 13, 2012 Author Share Posted December 13, 2012 You don't know what a gift you've given me, Robin, these past three years. I am so excited to do the 52 in 52 again! And I love the refinements on the inspiration reading project! Thank you! Aw! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin M Posted December 13, 2012 Author Share Posted December 13, 2012 I was doing great up until September....and then, I lost count...and interest( how bad is that???) I haven't really been reading anything except Facebook and Pinterest and related blogs for myself. I have also been reading a ton of books on my health issues, nutrition, exercise and auto immune problems. I tend to firget that they count in the final count.....so, didn't list them. Add in books on home organization and minimalism, de-cluttering, de-junking, decorating and other "make my life better and not about homescooling" books. I have been reading to my kids....hard books like Sir Gawain and the Green Knight and Beowulf .....and easier ones like Harry Potter and short stories like Rip Van Winkle.....but, I have fallen off the book wagon.....and need to get back on. So, if you guys will have me back, I think I will buy myself a new fun book to read....nothing too hoity toity, or academic, or deep.....and jump in for 2013. The door is always open. Welcome back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenangelcat Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I'm joining but I'll ease the pressure on myself by aiming to read 52 books, not necessarily a book a week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Rose Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I'm in! Maybe more leading by example will help my "reading is boring" child. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juniper Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I am in. Tried and failed last year, so maybe this will be the year. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I'm here. I'd love to see more location challenges. Speaking of which, I have the post cards. I really will send them one day. :blushing: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverFirefly Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Hi all! I've been lurking in the 52 Books in 52 Weeks threads for several weeks now and love the idea of the challenge. I went back through 2012 and I've only finished 31 so far. I don't know if I'll actually make it to 52 next year (or be able to keep up with the weekly posting) but it should be fun to see how far I get. I hope to join you in 2013! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/public/style_emoticons/#EMO_DIR#/lol.gif Every time I see the HUGE images, I know it's gotta be Stacia! LOL I've never seen anyone more in need of a blog. http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/public/style_emoticons/#EMO_DIR#/wink.gif (kidding, of course) http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/public/style_emoticons/#EMO_DIR#/lol.gif and http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/public/style_emoticons/#EMO_DIR#/blushing.gif But seriously, have you thought about one? I started my blog last year specifically so I could track my reading (and 52 Books!), and it has been so. much. fun! I didn't expect to enjoy it as much as I do. You do a ton of reading and obviously know how to do the images, so after that there really isn't that much more to it. I used Robin and DangerMom and Mental Multivitamin as my inspiration, and ta-da! A blog! http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/public/style_emoticons/#EMO_DIR#/blush.gif Actually, my goal is to be online LESS than I am now, so starting a blog probably doesn't help w/ a goal like that though. I've got other things going on... http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/public/style_emoticons/#EMO_DIR#/wink.gif Of course, you'd have to keep posting here too because it wouldn't be Book-A-Week without Stacia http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/public/style_emoticons/#EMO_DIR#/party.gif http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/public/style_emoticons/#EMO_DIR#/001_wub.gif and http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/public/style_emoticons/#EMO_DIR#/grouphug.gif and http://forums.welltrainedmind.com/public/style_emoticons/#EMO_DIR#/blush.gif Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shannanlee Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 I want to join this year. I hope I can keep up with a new baby coming in May. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheres Toto Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 I'm going to give it a try this year. When I'm in a reading mood, I read way more than one book a week. I just have to try and keep up with writing them down. Just try to leave, Dawn. We'll come after you :001_smile: I decided today that I'm going to start a notebook for my reading. A page a book with title, author, great quotes and my thoughts. I do reviews on my blog regularly, but my own personal notes get lost. I love this idea. I may need to get a journal just for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnMama Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 I'm in. Can't wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynnae Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 I'm going to try again this year. I dropped out after a few months last year, but I really want to begin reading regularly again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Governess Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 I'm in again. I'm not going to hit 52 this year, but here's hoping for next year!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebra Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 I'm in too. I really felt like I accomplished something this year when I hit #52. I forget to post half the time, but I enjoy getting ideas for books to read from you guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ariasmommy Posted December 20, 2012 Share Posted December 20, 2012 I'm in again! This challenge has been great for my reading this year. I don't think I've read so many books in a year since - well probably since way back when I read picture books and Nancy Drew mysteries. :o I don't know if I'll be able to reach 52 next year. #5 is due in June and my older kids' school will be getting more demanding, but I know I need to keep reading. I came across an encouraging article on the Ambleside website yesterday, entitled "Mother Culture". It's a bit dated, with references to "domestic service" (I wish! :D) and such, but still very relevant, and it has inspired me to keep reading. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UrbanSue Posted December 20, 2012 Share Posted December 20, 2012 I'm in and a newbie! Looking forward to some motivation to kick my reading up a notch. In the last two days I started a 1000page nonfiction book and a 32 hour audiobook. Do they count for next year, which is when I'll finish them? Not that I'm rule-obsessed or anything . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted December 20, 2012 Share Posted December 20, 2012 I don't think audiobooks should count though. I have tons of them but I use them to cheat! I used to feel that way until I started reading about dyslexia. Now I understand how audio books totally count. If it weren't for audio books my dh and ds would miss a lot of great books. I love listening to audio books while I'm getting my youngest to sleep. Sometimes I listen when I'm running. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted December 20, 2012 Share Posted December 20, 2012 I want this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin M Posted December 20, 2012 Author Share Posted December 20, 2012 I'm in and a newbie! Looking forward to some motivation to kick my reading up a notch. In the last two days I started a 1000page nonfiction book and a 32 hour audiobook. Do they count for next year, which is when I'll finish them? Not that I'm rule-obsessed or anything . . . Yes, they will count for 2013 if that is when you finish them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outdoorsy Type Posted December 20, 2012 Share Posted December 20, 2012 I haven't posted much this year, but because of this challenge I read 59 books in 2012. It should be 60 by the end of this week. I quit reading for fun when my kids were born. I read maybe 5-10 books every year for the last 10 years. This challenge has changed my reading life! Thank you to all who regularly post, because I do read the book reviews, even though I rarely post. I hope to read another 52+ books in 2013. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juniper Posted December 20, 2012 Share Posted December 20, 2012 Question from a newbie: Do you all have a list of favorite books from previous years, organized my genres? That would make me...and my Amazon cart very happy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneddmanybooks Posted December 29, 2012 Share Posted December 29, 2012 I'm in! I've been having a great time reading the reviews and adding to my list. Thank you for doing this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jfletcher8091 Posted December 29, 2012 Share Posted December 29, 2012 I'm in, too. Oh, and I also want that bookcase necklace! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin M Posted December 29, 2012 Author Share Posted December 29, 2012 Happy to see you all joining in. The official 2013 thread will start Tuesday Jan 1st for week one and then our weeks will run from Sunday to Sunday. I usually post the new thread around 10:00 pst and thanks to the wonderful status update in the right sidebar, will leave a heads up when the thread is posted. Ask away if you have any questions. Be sure to check out the 2012 wrap up thread since every one is listing their favorite reads and book lists for the year if you need some ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Governess Posted December 30, 2012 Share Posted December 30, 2012 I've decided on my challenges: Overall: 100 books (I'm shooting high!). 5/5/5 Challenge: 5 translated novels (including at least 2 Russian novels) 5 ancient history books 5 mythology/ ancient lit books 5 homeschooling/educational books 5 books on the craft of writing fiction At least 25 must be books I already own. Only 25 children's books can count towards my total (no picture books) At least 5 chunksters. I'm excited!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyMommy Posted December 30, 2012 Share Posted December 30, 2012 I am really excited to join this!! I have been following since about halfway through last year. I even went to the library today and got some new books. I used to love to read but since I had kids haven't been doing it much. I need to start leading by example! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda in VT Posted December 30, 2012 Share Posted December 30, 2012 I'm in, and I'm doing the 5/5/5 challenge. 5 books with a Scandinavian connection 5 dusty books 5 speculative fiction books 5 seasonal books 5 books about science Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runningmom80 Posted December 30, 2012 Share Posted December 30, 2012 I'd love to join too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa in SC Posted December 30, 2012 Share Posted December 30, 2012 I'll join in! I will surely be shamed when I have to list my pathetic reads next to the excellent, high brow books y'all will read, but I'm game anyway. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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