Sunday, April 3, 2011

Sundae Sunday & Shopping

This is how I celebrated the 119th anniversary of the ice cream sundae. My kamikaze sundae (bit of hot fudge, strawberry, and caramel sauce) and some discount book shopping at my nearby used book shop.
Can you believe I've never read Jane Eyre? Shame on me! Bitter Sugar is about a Cuban private investigator written by a Cuban private investigator. Being half Cuban I had to pick it up.

So tell me my sweets, did you do anything sweet today? Or did you perhaps buy or receive any cool books this week?
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  1. I loved Jane Eyre back when I read it in high school...It definitely has a surprising twist!

    Hope you enjoy them all, Juju! :)

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  2. Awesome! Gotta say that I LOVE your idea of a sundae....mmmmm....gonna have to go to DQ and get me a kamikaze sundae :-)

    And Bitter Sugar looks REALLY good....dontcha love those 1/2 price finds??? Thanks for sharing!

    Blessings,
    Molly

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  3. I fell in love with Jane Eyre when I was a teenager. Hope you enjoy it!
    And mmmm, sundae! Now I want one!

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  4. Your picture makes your day look like my dream day! Jane Eyre - a lot of people hate it and some people love it. I've never met anyone who has not reacted to that book. Hope you had a fun-dae - get it? (Sundae).

    Belle

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  5. Jane Eyre is sooo good! I really can't wait to see the movie adaptation! Good IMM. I can't believe I didn't know it was the 119th anniversary of the sundae! Thanks for letting me know!

    My IMM

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  6. Great books, Juju! I've only read on Sophie Kinsella book (Twenties Girl) but I absolutely loved it! I am slowly enjoying Jane Eyre right now for the first time---I keep it at work and savor it during my breaks and slow desk hours! :)

    Enjoy these and have a great week!

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  7. I want that Sundae!! Yummmmy! I didn't know it was the 119th Anniversary. Sweet reads :P I read Jane Eyre in high school. It's very good. Don't be embarrassed, there's tons of books I haven't read! I like the red purse, too! Happy reading :)

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  8. YA: A twist? Nice :) Something to look forward to.

    Molly: Thanks :) I made it up today! :)
    Thank you for coming by and blessing to you too :)

    Misty: OOoo I hope I do too :)

    BookBelle: Why thank you :)
    So where do you fall? Love or hate it?
    *giggle* I did have a fundae! You're so clever ;)

    Celesta: Thanks :) And thanks for visiting. I'm off to see your IMM.

    LMB: Why thank you darling. I've only read one SK book too. Mine was Remember Me?
    OMG you're a Jane Eyre newbie too? Rock on! *high five* Sounds like a brilliant idea!

    Julie: Yes! Do it!
    Google told me this morning ;)
    And thanks, I love bright colored purses that are semi small and retro looking ;)

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  9. I really need to read Jane Eyre again. I did receive some good ones from BookMooch and Paperback Swap including an Agatha Christie Poirot mystery.

    Yummy looking sundae, by the way. Hope you enjoyed it!

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  10. Reeeally? That's it, I'm going for a sundae tonight.

    You've never read Jane Eyre? My dear, I hope you love it as much as I do! It's probably my all-time favorite book. Oh, and I have Can You Keep a Secret but I haven't read it yet. My sister lent it to me with a bunch of her other chick lit books. (:

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  11. Michelle: How many times have you read it? Ooooo Agatha! Love her! *high five*

    Casee Marie: Casee darling! Hi! Yes yes do! Consider it your duty!
    I know. *hand slap*
    All time favorite? Wow. Nice.
    Right on! I hope we both dig it *fingers crossed*

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  12. I had no idea about this! I should have a sundae too :)

    Jane Eyre is one of my favorite classics. I hope you enjoy it.

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  13. yay for Sophie Kinsella. she is *such* a feel good read! And they look so nice in hard cover :)

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  14. I love all of Sophie Kinsella's books! It's hard for me to pick a favorite of those two, but I think I'd have to go with Can You Keep a Secret.

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  15. Misha: There is still time ;) & Thank you!

    Nomes: I know. I love her inner voices.
    They sure do don't they? ;)

    Sho: Oooo goody! One of the ones I just bought :) So far I've only read Remember Me? :) Thanks for coming by!

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  16. That sundae looks YUM! I enjoyed Undomestic Goddess and can't wait to read Can You Keep a Secret? !

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  17. YAY Ice cream sunday anniversary! I love Sophie Kinsella. That book of hers...one of my faves :D And oh mee, I've never ever read a Jane Eyre book before either. You're not alone, girl! :P

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  18. suh-weeeet reads! i always get a chuckle from kinsella ;-D
    haven't read jane eyre either, but just saw the movie. gloomy in parts but good!

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  19. ohh JANE EYRE! Just in time for the movie :P
    PS - have you seen the trailers? The guy who plays Rochester looks absolutely dreamy!

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  20. AW man - Yum! Now I wanna go get some ice cream!
    I own 3 of Sophie Kinsella's books but haven't read any yet. I've heard "Can you keep a Secret" is one of her best.
    I tried reading Jane Eyre in high school, but did not finish!

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  21. All your stash looks good! I only read Jane Eyre for the first time two years ago and it is one of my best favorites -- hope you like it as well. The new Jane Eyre movie didn't play here, so I look forward to seeing it. As far as the other film versions, overall, I liked the one with Tobias (Toby) Stephens in it.

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  22. I hope you'll like Jane Eyre. It is one of my favorite classics and I'm looking forward to watching the movie though it won't be in theaters near me.

    I liked The Undomestic Goddess but I prefer the Shopaholic books.

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  23. Wow...I suddenly have a craving for ice cream. *runs to freezer* (Nice finds Juju! Did a little shopping myself as well...how can any book lovers resist! LOL...)

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  24. Oooo yum a sundae! I had an Oreo Flurry today :-)

    I'm so glad you got Jane Eyre it's a wonderful book and there are some really wonderful versions out there on film too!

    XOXO~ Renee

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  25. Ok The books are super fun this week but darn it I can't seem to get past that delicious looking sundae!!!!!

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  26. What a yummy sundae! I'm craving one now. Have fun reading Jane Eyre--it's one of my faves! And then go see the new movie! I loved it.

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  27. I LOVE Ice Cream! I'm currently reading Jane Eyre for the first time (hanging my head).

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  28. Sadly I am kind of on a diet and cannot eat anything sweet for awhile....damn it.

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  29. I didn't have anything sweet but I did get Dead Rules by Randy Russell. The cover is FAB!

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  31. What, I missed the anniversary of ice cream sundae?! Also, yay for bargain books...there are a few used bookstores in my area that keep me from going completely broke

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  32. I haven't read Jane Eyre, either! I must read it soon.

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  33. That sundae looks amazing. I hope you enjoyed it. All of your books sound fabulous, especially Jane Eyre. I read in in high school and loved it! I was hoping to see the movie, but it's not playing in any theaters near me. Enjoy your books!

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  34. Aths: It was delish ;)
    Yah! :)

    Justine: You too? *high five* Join the club :)

    VV: Thanks :D I've only read one Kinsella so far, but I love her voice.
    OMG another one! I can't wait to see the movie.

    Amelia: Ooooo yes I have seen the trailers *le sigh* ;)

    Wall to wall: No way really? I've only read Remember Me so far but I really dug it. So which 3 do you own?

    GG: Yah! Good to know ;) I'm off to look up Tobias Stephens :)

    Christina T: Thanks!
    I've heard the Shop books are awesome even if you're not a big shopper :)

    GMR: Yay! :)

    Renee: Ooooo nicccee! *high five*
    So which is your fav version?

    Gina Precious: LOL :)

    Meredith: Yay! Would you say it's your fav version so far? :)

    Alexis: Another one! *high five* This club is filling up :)

    Beach: Damn it is right! Maybe frozen yogurt? :)

    Cari: That is an awesome cover. And that brilliant shade of lipstick makes me want to go lipstick shopping ;)

    Chelley: Thanks :)

    Lizzy: ;) Amen girl. I don't know what I would do without discount books. Especially being a fast reader. :)

    Elizabeth: Another one! *high five*

    Christina: Do you plan on seeing the film? :)

    Christina Addict: Totally did ;)
    I don't think it's playing near me either.
    You liked it in high school? Nice! :)

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  35. I know I have been MIA but shame on me! Your blog looks flippin' fantastic! I LOVE it :) You are so crafty and it is you.

    I also had a sundae yesterday but with just hot fudge. There is a store in my neighborhood that delivers sundaes. Yes you read that right. I read Jane Eyre eons ago but need to re-read. Saw the movie on Saturday and it was excellent!
    Miss you too :)

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  36. Your Sundae (Sundae) sounds delicious and amazing!

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  37. Jenny Girl: Hey you! Missed you :)
    Thank you thank you thank you :)
    Delivers sundaes? No way! How cool is that?! :)
    OOoooo I need to see it :)
    Hope you're well! *hugs*

    Sheila: Why thank you :)

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  38. Awesome books! And you even got a sweet treat!! I gave up sweets for Lent, so I have to wait til Easter to eat me some goodies!

    Thanks for visiting my blog!

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  39. I've never read Jane Eyre either! Enjoy your new books.

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  40. Jessica: You good girl! *high five* :)

    Bermuda: You too? One of use should start a readalong :)

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  41. I haven't read Jane Eyre either, but I'm hoping to get around to it soon. :-)

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  42. Never read Jane Eyre! Then you got some good reading before you :)

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  43. Can you keep a secret? was really cute. Enjoy.

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  44. I love Jane Eyre! It's probably my favourite book ever. The Undomestic Goddess and Can You Keep A Secret are really fun reads. Enjoy all your new books!

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  45. my sweet came first thing in the morning. The phone rang waking me from sleep, it was my grandaughter. "Grandma it's my birthday", she sang out, "I'm five today!". She then whispered, "But don't tell grandpa, I don't want any birthday spankings."

    I love Jane Eyre :)

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  46. can't believe you've never read jane eyre!!!! i hope you enjoy it as much as i did....we're having a girl's night out this week and going to the ONLY theater in Georgia that is showing Jane Eyre...cannot wait!

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  47. Mmm... that sundae sounds delicious! :)

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  48. Shannon & Blod: See we really should start a club :)

    Andrea: Yay! Is it your fav SK? :)

    Alita: Ever? Cool. I love hearing that. :)

    Kaye: LOL How sweet and cute! I love it! I bet you wish you could have taped her, huh? :)

    Stacy Novel: I know *head in shame*
    Oooo what a splendid way to enjoy a girl's night. Sounds like you should all meet up for tea and biscuits afterwards to discuss what you thought of it :)

    JessicaBookLover: Thanks :) it really was. Mr. Whimsy thought the combination was icky till he tried it.

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  49. Nope, never read Jane Eyre either. Shame on me, too!

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  50. The last time I had a sundae was so long ago and seeing your's is making me crave one.

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  51. Susan: ;)

    Jenny N.: Me too! Thank goodness for Sundae inspiration :)

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  52. I saw the movie Jane Eyre last weekend. Wondeful! I'll have to re-read the novel to see how close it was.

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  54. I've never read Jane Eyre either. Thank goodness I'm not the only one. I'm sure we will get it done soon.

    Now if you'll excuse me, I suddenly have a mad craving to run to out Dairy Queen for lunch. ;)

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  55. Oh my gosh that Sundae looks so yummy!! I have to read Eyre already the movie looks so fab :)

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  56. Missie: We're quite the lot. I thought for sure I would be booed ;) (j/k)

    Yah DQ!

    Blueice: OMG my thoughts exactly! :) So will you see the film first or read the book first?

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  57. I love that picture and The Undomestic Goddess is an absolute riot! Jane Eyre is in my top five books--I re-read it at least once every year or so- I think you should definitely read it first though it will ruin some of the suspense of the movie...actually that's a tough one! Eek! :)

    Hope that sundae was yummy !

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  58. Kim Butterfly: Yah! :)
    Thanks for the advice :)
    It was awesome :)

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  59. I love Sophie Kinsella! And I have never read Jane Eyre either ...but shhh...don't tell anyone:)

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  61. I Want to Read That: Her books are so much fun :D
    No worries, it's our little secret ;)

    Michelle: Thanks :)

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  62. I'm drooling over that Sundae and books too! What a perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Now I need some ice cream, because we all know I have plenty of books! ;oP

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  64. Sounds like you had a lovely Sunday! :)

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