Thank you, and best wishes to you too, I love looking at the snowy mountains on your blog when it’s hot here!
I’m in Melbourne, well away from the bushfires, but like all Australians we are deeply grieved by the catastrophe that is engulfing our nation. All our cities are ringed by bushland, and that makes it dangerous for anyone on the urban fringe. The Offspring lives not far from grasslands where there have been fast-running fires in previous years, so at the personal level we will be anxious for him, but we are also anxious about all the communities large and small, near the cities or out in the countryside, that are facing what seem to be unstoppable fires. It’s not a good Christmas for many, and our firefighters are exhausted, so feeling safe and able to enjoy the day is a real luxury, and we know it.
I think all of us will have the wallet out as soon as the bushifre relief appeals are set up.
Yes, I know about that firefighter exhaustion–we have the same here and in Canada in the summers, and of course worse every year.
Glad you are safe–hoping that for everyone. And wishing you lots more good reading in 2020!
Here’s to 2020! Thank you, Lisa, for providing such terrific reviews during 2019, and for adding so many ‘must reads’ to my list. I hope to reciprocate in some small way during 2020 :-)
It’s been restful today, we had Christmas lunch at a restaurant. Tomorrow is the day we celebrate with friends and family and I’m looking forward to it:)
All the best to you, Lisa, for a peaceful and fulfilling new year. Thanks for your dedication to books. I’m off to China shortly for some cleaner air, ha ha.
To you as well, Lisa. I hope you are safe from the fires.
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By: banff1972 on December 25, 2019
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Thank you, and best wishes to you too, I love looking at the snowy mountains on your blog when it’s hot here!
I’m in Melbourne, well away from the bushfires, but like all Australians we are deeply grieved by the catastrophe that is engulfing our nation. All our cities are ringed by bushland, and that makes it dangerous for anyone on the urban fringe. The Offspring lives not far from grasslands where there have been fast-running fires in previous years, so at the personal level we will be anxious for him, but we are also anxious about all the communities large and small, near the cities or out in the countryside, that are facing what seem to be unstoppable fires. It’s not a good Christmas for many, and our firefighters are exhausted, so feeling safe and able to enjoy the day is a real luxury, and we know it.
I think all of us will have the wallet out as soon as the bushifre relief appeals are set up.
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
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Yes, I know about that firefighter exhaustion–we have the same here and in Canada in the summers, and of course worse every year.
Glad you are safe–hoping that for everyone. And wishing you lots more good reading in 2020!
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By: banff1972 on December 25, 2019
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Some of your firefighters are here to help, we are very grateful:)
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
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Love and hugs coming your way too Lisa and wishing you a safe, joyful and happy 2020
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By: BookerTalk on December 25, 2019
at 10:18 am
Thank you Karen, I hope you and your family have a wonderful day xo
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
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It was a pleasant day ….
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By: BookerTalk on December 28, 2019
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Seasons Greetings Lisa and ANZ Lit Readers,
I hope everyone has a blessed holiday season.
Sonia
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By: smaxine27 on December 25, 2019
at 11:31 am
Best wishes for the festive season to you too:)
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
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Here’s to 2020! Thank you, Lisa, for providing such terrific reviews during 2019, and for adding so many ‘must reads’ to my list. I hope to reciprocate in some small way during 2020 :-)
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By: Jennifer on December 25, 2019
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LOL You already have! Have a great Christmas:)
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
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Merry Christmas Lisa. Thanks for another inspiring blogging year.
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By: Brona on December 25, 2019
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Thanks to you too, all the best for the festive season!
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
at 6:04 pm
Best wishes to you too Lisa- thinking of you and everyone Down Under at the moment and hope you stay safe.
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By: Kaggsysbookishramblings on December 25, 2019
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Thank you, Karen, best wishes to you and all the family!
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
at 11:03 pm
All the best for the festive season and coming year just sat after preparing our veg for lunch
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By: winstonsdad on December 25, 2019
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Have a great day, best wishes to Amanda too:)
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
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Dear Lisa,
wishing you and all the booklovers who are fortunate enough to receive your fantastic reviews a very Happy Christmas.
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By: marlish glorie on December 25, 2019
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Thank you for your kind words, Marlish, all the best for the festive season:)
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
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Merry Christmas, Lisa. I hope it’s a restful one. Take care, J.
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By: JacquiWine on December 25, 2019
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It’s been restful today, we had Christmas lunch at a restaurant. Tomorrow is the day we celebrate with friends and family and I’m looking forward to it:)
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
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Merry Christmas!🎄💞
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By: Jess@thebookofjess on December 25, 2019
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Thanks Jess, all the best to you too:)
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
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Prettig Kerstdagen en Gelukkig Nieuwjaar….I have enjoyed all your reviews and look forward to many more in 2020!
Happy Christmas!
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By: N@ncy on December 25, 2019
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Ook het beste voor de feestdagen voor jou Nancy! (Ik hoop dat Google Translate dat goed heeft!)
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By: Lisa Hill on December 25, 2019
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Merry Christmas Lisa. All the best for 2020. x
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By: Annabel (AnnaBookBel) on December 26, 2019
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Best wishes to you too and happy reading in 2020!
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By: Lisa Hill on December 26, 2019
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Joyeux Noël !
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By: Emma on December 26, 2019
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Joyeux Noël to you and all the family!
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By: Lisa Hill on December 26, 2019
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Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones, Lisa 😊
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By: Vishy on December 26, 2019
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Hello Vishy, greetings of the season to you too!
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By: Lisa Hill on December 26, 2019
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Thank you, Lisa :)
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By: Vishy on December 27, 2019
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Best wishes for the holiday season and the new year, Lisa. Your reviews are much appreciated.
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By: elainelewis2013 on December 26, 2019
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Thank you Elaine, I hope you’re enjoying the festive season too:)
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By: Lisa Hill on December 26, 2019
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All the best to you, Lisa, for a peaceful and fulfilling new year. Thanks for your dedication to books. I’m off to China shortly for some cleaner air, ha ha.
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By: Diana Blackwood on December 29, 2019
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Thanks, Diana, all the very best for the festive season to you too:)
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By: Lisa Hill on December 29, 2019
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