JUNE READING WRAPUP AND FAVORITE THINGS

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[@JaneReads]

Sarah Sundin is one of my favorite authors. Glad you are enjoying that series.

[@LisaTheBookworm]

I grew up watching the 1960 version of Pollyanna with Hayley Mills, who incidentally also starred in the Disney adaptation of The Moon Spinners! We had the VHS tape, and I can’t count the number of times I watched it. What a wonderful role model Pollyanna was for me, along with Anne Shirley from Anne of Green Gables. I didn’t even know Pollyanna was based on a book until recently, so I’ll have to finally read it. I completely agree with you about there being a line between describing a terrible event, and going into so much detail that it’s almost celebrating it. You described my feelings exactly.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

I pulled out the old Hayley Mills Pollyanna movie and watched it again this week!! so precious

[@Angela-it2tb]

I appreciated your words about celebrating the little things in life 😊 I am going through a difficult season of life right now and I am trying to focus on the things that bring me joy like books!!❤

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

I'm so sorry you're going through a difficult season. I have a friend who I just was thinking of this morning and the song, Good Plans came to mind for her. "He has good plans. He has good plans for me. So I will take heart in deserts and gardens." Praying that over you as well today.

[@Angela-it2tb]

@@mitzireadsandwrites Thank you ❤️

[@paperbacksandponytails]

I love that Sarah Sundin series, those were the first books I ever read of Sarah Sundin's and now I'll read whatever she writes.😊

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

Right? She's fantastic!!

[@oldbooksandroses95]

I have that same edition of Pollyanna, and I LOVE the Glad Book series! What's interesting about the series is that it was written by different authors and follows Pollyanna through adulthood and motherhood. Most recently, I read Pollyanna in Hollywood by Elizabeth Borton, who might be my favorite author of the series because of the way she brought together so many storylines.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

I didn't know that! It will be interesting how each author shares their spin on Pollyanna- thanks!

[@gretchen6475]

I love Sarah Sundin, too! I haven't read the series you are reading, but have read most everything else she has written. I appreciate what you said about how she handles tough topics. That is exactly what I love about a good Christian author - they are not afraid to handle tough topics, but they do so in a way promotes hope and celebrates overcoming. I just read Pollyanna a couple of years ago. I loved it too. I haven't gone on to read any of the others in the series. Thanks for sharing your dress! It is hard to find a flowy, cool, summer dress with sleeves. Hope your July is off to a great start!

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

yes, there are sleeves- without sleeves 😂I mean that the chiffon gives coverage without feeling too stuffy and hot lol. What's your favorite Sarah Sundin so far? I'm ready for more!!!

[@gretchen6475]

@@mitzireadsandwrites My favorite of Sarah Sundin's recent releases is When Twilight Breaks. I also enjoyed the Waves of Freedom series.

[@debralang9467]

Yes! That's why I gave away all my yellow-spined Nancy Drews. The newer versions were so changed, as though their souls got yanked from them. :) It's possible to find good deals on the originals and the Applewood versions (just like the originals) from the 90's via Ebay and Bookfinder. Thanks for sharing the books you read--how fun to find someone with similar tastes in books!

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

The Nancy read along has been such an eye opener!

[@dena2.09]

Some of the original 34 Nancy Drew books were published with the yellow spines and before they were revised. I have some of the originals with the yellow spines. You can tell by the chapter count, the new revised versions were published with 20 chapters and the originals were published with 25 chapters.

[@daisy4750]

Great video! I loved the dress and shoes.

[@paperbacksandponytails]

I didn't find out until last year that the different Nancy Drew editions were changed. Makes me sad, yes some of them didn't date well but I love those details! I have probably read a few of the original ones but never compared.

[@ChautonaHavig]

I didn't know there was a newer version of Pollyanna. I can't help but hear the preacher. "Death comes UNEXPECTEDLY!!!" My favorite adaptation was the play our local homeschool group did. Amy KILLED it as Pollyanna. Seriously, she could totally have been in a professional production.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

I don't have a clue about the newer adaptation, but I do plan on giving it a go.

[@JaneReads]

That's a cute dress. I live in dresses in the summer.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

It's so hot and humid here, so dresses are a must!

[@sandyokey1019]

I had every intention of reading at least one western in June and I didn’t make it either. I’m hoping though to pick up one at least during the summer. It seems that beginning in July my reading goals and challenges take off, some due to you tube and some personal challenges and plans. I love these types of videos. I’m kind of a quiet and simple soul I guess too, and while I’m content many might find my life boring😊 I do like to enjoy and acknowledge the everyday moments that mean so much. I have to add, red is definitely your color, you look beautiful ❤️

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

Oh, thanks so much! I worry that red is too harsh for me, so I appreciate the compliment!

[@MLLatUtube]

I love Pollyanna! I have read it and Pollyanna Grows Up several times. I did see the Disney movie from the 60's but a long time ago. I did not realize there was a more modern adaptation. As for shoes, I don't wear them in the house either. The older I get the more I go for comfort. I have kicked off July with Love and Marriage in the Age of Jane Austen, which I am really enjoying.

[@janetsmith8566]

That sounds like a good book. Author?

[@MLLatUtube]

@@janetsmith8566 Rory Muir

[@kimberlycasey4105]

So fun seeing all your favorites for June! You looked darling in that dress at the gardens in your instagram post. It was such a coincidence that you talked about This Rough Magic today, because I just finished reading it! It was the extra vintage copy that I won in your drawing last year. 😃🩵😃. I loved it… I think it is my favorite Mary Stewart now! I sat out on my deck and listened to the birds as I read it, in your honor🐦, and I sniffed the pages often, such a wonderful old book smell🩵. Thank you again for sending it to me, I’ll always treasure it.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

Oh, this makes me so happy!! And you reminded me that I have some more vintage books in my closet to give away! I think This Rough Magic remains my favorite, too. So happy you enjoy it, too- and yep, that old book smell!!

[@junewood3012]

Wonderful content in this video, I like your addition of favorite things! I commented on your dress but I thought it was a blouse! Yes, I like Sarah Sundin too. Until next time, happy reading 📚📖🇺🇸

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

I would definitely buy it as a blouse, too!! 😂

[@dena2.09]

Like you, I read the Nancy Drew revised books as a kid. Some of the originals were printed with matte yellow spines. And only the first 34 were revised in later years. Starting at book 35, they were only written with 20 chapters. When in doubt, check the chapter count…revised versions have 20 chapters, originals have 25 chapters. I do have a few books in both versions and plan to read them both and compare the differences. But I haven’t done that yet, it is on my very long bookish to-do list. 😂

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

Oh, thanks for letting me know that! I'll start checking the chapter count!

[@jessicastamper4312]

I am reading just for the summer

[@debbifaust3106]

Good Morning, Mitzi. Thanks for sharing your favorite things. I was going strong with the Nancy Drew books but I got behind and gave up. Sorry. I remember seeing you in that dress when you went to the gardens. You looked adorable! I live in my flip flops all summer long. I have the tan line too. I read the first book in the Wings of Glory series. It was 5 stars for me. By the way, you look good in red!!!

[@janetsmith8566]

You should jump back in with Larkspur Lane, Debbie!! 💕💕

[@debbifaust3106]

@@janetsmith8566 Well, I own it so I think I should. Thanks, Janet

[@janetsmith8566]

@@debbifaust3106yay!👏👏👏

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

Yes! I just started Larkspur Lane this morning and I've only read one chapter- if you get a chance this month, we'd love to have you!

[@marymcdonald7810]

I saw the Pollyanna movie with Hayley

[@beautifulminutiae]

I haven’t read Pollyanna! I’ve seen the movie though! I love your edition 😍 I’m getting ready to read my first Mary Stewart this month!

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

Awesome! Can't wait to hear your thoughts!

[@LauraR00]

I love your comments about appreciating the simple things in life. I watched the 1960 adaptation of Pollyanna many times as a kid. I read the book as an adult and was surprised how different it was.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

I know- Disney took lots of liberties. I remember reading Mary Poppins after growing up with Disney's version and was so disappointed! But I love both Disney and book of Pollyanna.

[@katiemcneece9291]

I loved the old Disney version of Pollyanna as a child. Hayley Mills who portrays Pollyanna is also in the Disney adaptation of The Moon Spinners.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

What??? No way!! I just was looking at her memoir to read yesterday! Ok, I've got to find that movie now- thanks!

[@user-km7fu7su1d]

Estherjane here. Was just coming here to say the same thing. Haley Mills was perfect in the Pollyanna movie😊

[@gerridauer9092]

@@katiemcneece9291 I loved Pollyanna with Hayley Mills, though I do remember my dad telling me to stop being Pollyanna. I must have been driving him crazy.😜 Going to have to get to The Moonspinners soon and don’t know how I missed seeing the movie.

Those shoes look gorgeous! And the dress is lovely. So cute the mug with the hen and the chicks 🐥🐤

[@cassandra3399]

Hi Mitzi, I am rereading my Mart Stewart books too, and recently read the Moonspinners, and also watched the Disney movie adaptation which stars Hayley Mills, and I enjoyed them both so much. I’ve also reread Madam will you Talk? And Airs Above the Ground, which were both very exciting, and now reading Touch Not the Cat and really enjoying that too. About Pollyanna, I really want to read that too, and I remember the 1960s movie adaptation which also starred Hayley Mills and I loved that too. Such good books and movies too. Thank you.😊❤😊

[@gerridauer9092]

@cassandra3399 I usually really like Mary Stewart but am having such a hard time getting through My Brother Michael. Have you read that one, and if so what did you think? Definitely a slower one for me so far.

[@gerridauer9092]

I’m starting to think Mary Stewart got a lot of vacations to beautiful places. There’s several I have read where the character is on vacation someplace, France, Crete, Greece, and Scotland. And they must have been so nice then without the crowds they have now.

[@cassandra3399]

@@gerridauer9092 Hi, well I haven’t read it in over twenty years and I vaguely remember not liking it as well. I also didn’t care for the King Arthur style books either since fantasy is not my thing. Thanks for the reminder.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

@@gerridauer9092 No, I haven't read that one and I don't own a copy so it will probably be quite some time before I try it. The ones I've read are page turners, so yeah, sounds a lot slower than her others.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

I haven't read Madam Will You Talk because I don't own that one, but I do have Touch Not the Cat and I loved Airs Above the Ground! Have you tried her fantasy series? I have the first couple of books, but I haven't tried those and really haven't heard much about them.

[@MorgansEndlessBookshelf]

I need to try Sarah Sundin!

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

YES!! She nails the mix of historical with fiction and faith.

[@emmareads734]

I just started Pollyanna. I didn’t know about the recent movie, thanks for the tip! Cute blue loafers. So neat that you can wash them.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

It's such an old-fashioned, wholesome book!

[@JacquelineCaron]

GM Mitzi! that version of Pollyana is beautiful! thanks for sharing your fashion buys - that dress is adorable. I too love keeping flip-flops around and live in them quite often, but I love Vionic for these, as I can't wear the flat ones anymore. Vionic offers such great arch support, bit pricey but so worth it - as they last years. I'm always saying if my feet aren't happy, I'm not happy 😊 Happy 4th of July to you!! 🎆

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

I don't know what happened because I had a lot of foot trouble a few years ago and had to start wearing arch support flip flops, too. Now, thankfully, I'm not having any of that pain. Vionics are great! Happy 4th to you as well!! 🇺🇸

[@CandlewickLibrary]

I had no idea they changed the Nancy Drew books😢 we just finished collecting all of them. Some of them are the originals, but most of them aren’t.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

I know!! This group read along has been an eye opener!

[@janetsmith8566]

That’s a cute dress! Love the sleeves and collar. I’m wearing more blue these days too. I’m desperate to like Mary Stewart- I’ll try these two if I can find them- tho I stalled on the first one I tried of hers! I’ll try, try again. 😂. So fun to hear my name in your Nancy Drew discussion- yay! 😁👏💃🏼Everybody come and join our group! 😁

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

Well you have been a wonderful participant! I'm so thankful you've joined in our discussions!

[@janetsmith8566]

😁

[@madelineh8064]

Sarah Sundin is an amazing author, read 4 of her books so far and lived all of them. I agreed with you she makes you have all the feelings without being too violent. What a coincidence I am reading the Moons-Spinners right now too😂

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

Yay! It's the perfect time to read it!!

[@stampincass]

I also really like Sarah Sundin. I need to start Anna Karenina for big book summer.... but I've got to find my copy! 😂 Oh. I adored Pollyanna as a girl! And also Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. I never read Pippi Longstocking as a girl but read it a few years ago.....I was expecting something like Pollyanna and Anne .... but didn't get that feel at all! Have you read Pippi? Thoughts?

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

I've only read the first Pippi Longstocking and I enjoyed it, but you're right. It's not the same as Pollyanna. Pippi is more of a fantastical character, so I'd put that in the more whimsical classics.

[@starlasell5698]

❤📚❤️ I've never read Pollyanna, but I remember watching the 1960s movie version and really enjoying it. It's such a pretty dress. I'm 5' 9", so it might be a short length on me. 😉

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

um, yeah, it would be a shirt on you 😂

[@starlasell5698]

@@mitzireadsandwrites 🤣😅🤣

[@PoiemaLee]

I thought Pollyanna was delightful! The older movie was cute, too. Mary Stewart I also find so enjoyable. I read the Moonspinners last year and recently finished Rose Cottage. I’m never disappointed by her books!

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

Same. I was tempted to just read another Mary Stewart, but I'm holding off until I get some of these others for challenges read.

[@theresas709]

What is your favorite Nancy Drew so far, or are you going to do a video on that? That was a good Mary Stewart for summer. I have been thinking a lot about her lately. I thought of re-reading one this summer. I have read all her Rom.-Sus. I read Pollyanna a couple months ago and loved it. Growing up, Pollyanna was one of my favorite movies.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

I was thinking of doing sort of a ranking/wrapup of the Nancy Drew challenge. What do you think? Would anyone be interested??

[@theresas709]

@@mitzireadsandwrites I think so. It would be fun. They only one I haven't read, of the first 10, is 9 because I can 't find it here. I might have to order it.

[@theresas709]

@@mitzireadsandwrites Mitzi, I was sad to hear about Alice passing. I just found out last night and I guess it happened a week ago. I didn't realize she was sick.

[@janetsmith8566]

@@mitzireadsandwrites Yes!

[@booklover6963]

I graduated from high school in 1968 now I'm historical fiction .

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

😂There was a historical fiction readathon a couple of years ago and they were reading a book from the 1970s- I refused to read it as historical!! 😂

[@deborahborne4861]

I'm a flip-flop gal myself. I get mine a the DollarTree store so only pay $1.25. Do you have those stores in your neck of the wood? They come in all colors but I love the funky patterned ones best. I am currently reading The Mountain Between Us by Charles Martin for a book club. We'll watch the movie together after we finish it.

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

Oh, I loved that book! Although I did enjoy the movie, I felt the book was way better. However, I don't think it was possible to really pull off one of the key elements on film.

[@deborahborne4861]

@@mitzireadsandwrites I heard someone else say the same about the movie. Oh now I'm excited to find out the "key element" you mentioned.

[@user-xs3bm8wg5c]

I am 76 years old and read Nancy Drew as a young girl. Applewood Publishing are the original books. Now they have removed things that are not “politically correct”. Stories are not the same!!!!

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

Sad, but so true!

[@soniawithani7586]

Great Video, so many fun books! I know you collect Miss Read books, do you have Village Centenary?

[@mitzireadsandwrites]

yes, I have that one but haven't read it yet