I love the new name. I clearly see and feel the shift with the name change and I’m here for it! Thanks for showing us what the evolution in writing and crafting can look like.
I love the new name, so sassy and wild. Perfect for the upcoming group read of Jane Eyre which will always hold a special spot in my heart as it was my first "adult" book I read when I was 9 years old. My mother handed a small, dusty, leather bound copy to her bored daughter one summer way back when. The writing was so tiny that when my father found me huddled up in an armchair, my eyes screwed up tightly in an attempt to read the minuscule words on paper so thin you could almost see through it, that he forbade me to read any more as it would "ruin my eyesight". Of course I continued reading this beautiful novel full of imagery and language new to my young and formative mind. I had to hide the book under my mattress and read it only when he was at work, or at night under the bedcovers with a torch to light up a whole new world of words and wonders.
Loving this evolution. I was reflecting on how you are like a governess to your students - you gently teach us about creativity, you educate us in new and unexpected ways, and you provide companionship and community, all as a governess would.
When visiting family for the holidays, I made sure to pack my worn Penguin paperback of Jane Eyre. I read it my first year in high school, and it was the first (only?) piece of required in-class reading that I absolutely loved. I went on read about the Brontes and the sisters’ other novels. I even found and read an old copy of Johnson’s Rasselas — all in my teens. Much more recently, via SLP, I read Fforde’s Eyre Affair. It’s been a good decade or so since I’ve reread Jane Eyre. I’m so excited for a communal slow read!!
So so glad you’re excited for Jane, Grace! I’ve been rereading her the last few days in preparation and there is so much to dig into — can’t wait! (Thanks for the kind words on the new name, too. 😘)
The reading schedule lines up with chapter breaks perfectly this time, so any edition is absolutely fine — pick one you would enjoy reading. Last I checked over one thousand editions exist. Mind boggling!
Love the new name and cannot wait to reacquaint myself with Jane, it’s been a while.
I just finished a re-read in preparation and it was a joy to spend time with her again. Excited for you to be with us!
The new name feels so right!
Thank you, love!
I love the new name. I clearly see and feel the shift with the name change and I’m here for it! Thanks for showing us what the evolution in writing and crafting can look like.
So glad you feel it, Leah! I just keep following that thread... So happy you're on the adventure, too. 🥰
I love the new name, so sassy and wild. Perfect for the upcoming group read of Jane Eyre which will always hold a special spot in my heart as it was my first "adult" book I read when I was 9 years old. My mother handed a small, dusty, leather bound copy to her bored daughter one summer way back when. The writing was so tiny that when my father found me huddled up in an armchair, my eyes screwed up tightly in an attempt to read the minuscule words on paper so thin you could almost see through it, that he forbade me to read any more as it would "ruin my eyesight". Of course I continued reading this beautiful novel full of imagery and language new to my young and formative mind. I had to hide the book under my mattress and read it only when he was at work, or at night under the bedcovers with a torch to light up a whole new world of words and wonders.
What a brilliant story of your first reading of Jane — thank you for sharing this!
Wohoo! I'm so excited about this new name and changes. Can't wait to see more!
Yay! That means so much, Ginette 🥰
Loving this evolution. I was reflecting on how you are like a governess to your students - you gently teach us about creativity, you educate us in new and unexpected ways, and you provide companionship and community, all as a governess would.
Awww, that means so much to hear, Christine! Very glad to hear the name reflects your experience here. xxx
I love the name!
When visiting family for the holidays, I made sure to pack my worn Penguin paperback of Jane Eyre. I read it my first year in high school, and it was the first (only?) piece of required in-class reading that I absolutely loved. I went on read about the Brontes and the sisters’ other novels. I even found and read an old copy of Johnson’s Rasselas — all in my teens. Much more recently, via SLP, I read Fforde’s Eyre Affair. It’s been a good decade or so since I’ve reread Jane Eyre. I’m so excited for a communal slow read!!
So so glad you’re excited for Jane, Grace! I’ve been rereading her the last few days in preparation and there is so much to dig into — can’t wait! (Thanks for the kind words on the new name, too. 😘)
The the "Mary Poppins in Doc Martins"!!!!!! That is such a clear, distinctive image that resonates.
Thank you, love!
Not me, committing to yet another slow read this year...(excited about this one!)
Can't wait to read with you, Gail!
Is there any particular edition you'd recommend?
The reading schedule lines up with chapter breaks perfectly this time, so any edition is absolutely fine — pick one you would enjoy reading. Last I checked over one thousand editions exist. Mind boggling!
I love this new name, fits perfectly. And can’t wait to see what embracing this new version does for your creative energy!
Thank you so much love. I think her sensibility is very aligned with yours. ❄️
I love this!! So here for this and very excited for all there is to come!
Thank you, Bridget! It’s been fun getting it ready. 😍
The new name is a fantastic addition to this space! Looking forward to Jane Eyre.