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AnnCrystal
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@DaveGreen7777

I had always dream of opening my own bookstore. When I was 16 I made this sign.

While I doubt that I will ever actually open my own book store, I have reenvisioned my dream shop & don't mind sharing this.

It was going to be fantasy/paranormal focused with steampunk decor.

While I've noticed that some Littens work with books, wondering if anyone here ever dream of opening a bookstore? Do you believe there is a chance these days?

AnnCrystal What would your store look like? 4w
BarkingMadRead I just opened a bookshop in December, it‘s more of a book stall, at a vendor boutique. It‘s so much fun, I don‘t have to be there every day, I got in once a week to straighten up and add books! Don‘t give up your dream! I‘m also seeing lots of book vans and book bus stores that travel around each weekend 4w
DaveGreen7777 Oooh, I love the sign! 🤩 And I agree with @BarkingMadRead Don‘t give up on your dream! These days, independent bookstores are more likely to succeed than bookstore chains anyway. The Boarders that used to be near me was still doing a lot of business when it closed down, it only had to close because the corporation shut it down. There are more than enough readers to support bookstores that don‘t answer to a corporation! 😁 4w
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AnnCrystal @BarkingMadRead a book stall at a vendor boutique! Oh, that is lovely. Congratulations 👏🎉📚☺️👍!!!!!!!

Thank you @BarkingMadRead and @DaveGreen7777.

I hadn't realized that about independent bookstores. I have been dreaming of a bookmobile 📚🛺😉.
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Jari-chan I'm working as a bookseller for a small indie bookstore and I'd say: "Find your niche and stay there." It works for us and I might take over in a couple of years ? As you describe it, you really got your niche and could be successful! ?? 4w
bthegood love the name, sign and dream - 🙂 4w
AnnCrystal @Jari-chan working for a bookstore! Oh, that would be dreamy all by itself, yet for you to have that chance in a couple of years 👏🤩, I'm cheering for you🥳👍. That is a spectacular chance!!!!!!!

Thank you @Jari-chan and @bthegood 😘👍.

Perhaps one day📚😉👍.
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Jari-chan @AnnCrystal Thank you ❤️ I hope your dream will come true ❤️❤️ 3w
AnnCrystal @Jari-chan thank you 😉👍. 3w
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AnnCrystal
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March 31, “César Chávez Day” in the State of California. Reserved this year on April 1st. because the 31st fell on a Sunday.

My maternal aunt, Linda was involved with this movement for awhile ☺️💝.

Leftcoastzen Yay! 4w
AnnCrystal @Leftcoastzen 💕☺️👍. 4w
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AnnCrystal
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💝💝💝💝.

Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks ❤️❤️❤️ 4w
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AnnCrystal
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To all who celebrate! Have a Peaceful and Blessed Easter Day!

bthegood Happy Easter to you too! 1mo
AnnCrystal 💕Thank you @bthegood 💕🐣🍫🐇💝. 1mo
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AnnCrystal
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#ThinkPositiveBePositive

Hi Littens, for this week, I had planned to post one of these positive posts each day...however, I won't be able to come on to Litsy tomorrow. Have a Good Friday everyone 😘💕💝.

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AnnCrystal
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For Lent this year, I gave up posting new “book“ reviews for 40 days here on Litsy...

For those who don't know, Lent (as a simple explanation) is when we Catholics give up something we like/love doing, eating, etc. for 40 days.

Since becoming a Litten, I have found myself completely enjoying being part of the Litsy community (thank you all for being so friendly).

As I read or finish reading, I love being able to share my reviews here👇

AnnCrystal with you all...

And, boy, this hasn't been easy. In fact, I almost caved today!

I have read, I have read, I have no one else who “loves“ reading (and few willing to talk much about books) 😂. I even found a box of my old gold star books that I want to post about.

My apologies. Just wacky me 😜🙃.

Ok, this is my way of saying that I haven't given up reading 😂. And gives me a chance to post something about my upcoming reviews! Almost there...
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Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks ❤️🫶🏻 1mo
Bookwormjillk I gave up something book related this year too- no new books (including library and streaming.) It‘s been way tougher than the years I gave up chocolate! I look forward to reading your reviews in a few weeks. 1mo
AnnCrystal @Bookwormjillk 😳yikes! I've done that...that one is truly challenging! 👏😘👍. We can make it, we're nearly there😉💝. 1mo
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AnnCrystal
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Began considering what my dream library would be like...I've done this before, yet this is the first time I went searching for the fun of it (which is a dangerous thing to do, there are many libraries that I just wanted to travel into and roam for awhile 😂).

This one is among my favorites.

@dabbe
#shelfie
#dreambasket 😎😉👍...Epic!

Do I need to be invited to post bookshelves to the hashtag “shelfie“ ??

PaperbackPirate This is a welcoming community! Use the hashtag. Show us your shelfie! (edited) 2mo
PaperbackPirate Also I love your dream library! 😍 2mo
bthegood Love your dream! 2mo
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dabbe Now this is a sanctuary. I picture this in England with a misty day outside. #dreambasketindeed 🤩😍😘 2mo
AnnCrystal Thank you ☺️👍 @PaperbackPirate 💕📚💝😉👍. 2mo
AnnCrystal 👏☺️👍💝 @bthegood (edited) 2mo
AnnCrystal 👏😉👍💝. @dabbe.

Believe it or not, I began with “small, cozy, whimsical library with windows and plenty of plants“ 😂. The atmosphere of this one is just too beautiful. Truly a sanctuary 📚🌱💝.
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AnnCrystal
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Some little critter nibbled these yummy clovers into the shape of three moons! 💫🌙🌜🌛☺️💝. Epic!!!

Leftcoastzen Cool! 2mo
AnnCrystal @Leftcoastzen 👏😉👍. 2mo
Jari-chan Awww ❤️❤️❤️ 2mo
AnnCrystal @Jari-chan 💝😉👍. 2mo
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AnnCrystal
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Some trading cards from the Michael Keaton Batman directed by Tim Burton... they're old, these belonged to my brother.

@dabbe

Leftcoastzen Cool! 2mo
dabbe Oh holy guacamole, Batman! These are fabulous! 🤩🤩🤩 2mo
AnnCrystal @dabbe & @Leftcoastzen Thank You! 😉👍💝💝. (edited) 2mo
PageShifter I can't anything else but love your obsession 😀🧡💜 2mo
AnnCrystal @PageShifter 🥰😘💕☺️👍💝. (edited) 2mo
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AnnCrystal
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Hi everyone, just wondering...

With all the excitement about Odysseus' Moon landing journey, I am wondering about the Ulysses mission way back in October 6, 1990.

Ulysses was lost in space, wasn't he? Orbiting the sun forevermore?

Not much into space...my brother was. He's name was Ulysses (for the Greek Hero, Odysseus). Why this all has my attention 💫😉👍.

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AnnCrystal
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First Image From Odysseus!!!!

image found online.

TieDyeDude 🚀 😃 2mo
AnnCrystal @TieDyeDude 💫☺️👍. 2mo
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AnnCrystal
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This will likely be a bit “out there“ for many here. This just has me perplexed...

I've been dreaming of this staircase. I can usually figure out my dreams, or rate them, from “what the heck“ to “awesome.“ This one keeps coming, and I can't figure out why.

This staircase is from the show, Charmed (original). I do love the show, yet it has been years since I've watched.

I walk into the house, sometimes tour, then always go up the stairs. 👇

AnnCrystal One time I heard something, was going to inspect.

The next time, someone (don't know who) suggested we go up for some reason.

The third time, I was called by someone to come upstairs.

The fourth time, I was just in a hurry to get up those stairs. I believe this one repeated twice more.

I always make it up to the landing, where I turn and take a few more steps up before...you know.

Anyone have any theories?
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AnnCrystal P.S. I did pause once or twice to admire the window... 2mo
Bookwormjillk Couldn‘t resist googling- says you‘re moving towards achieving a goal. Woo! 2mo
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Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks So cool!! I‘ve never had a recurring dream like that 😴 2mo
AnnCrystal @Bookwormjillk 💝 Oh! That's actually, absolutely grand! Thank You 🤞🤞🤞!!! (edited) 2mo
AnnCrystal @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks 💝. I have once in awhile. First time, this many times... (edited) 2mo
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Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks 💙💙💙 2mo
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Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks ❤️❤️❤️ 2mo
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AnnCrystal
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There is a Yogi Bear themed campground and I never been there !!!!

They have a few more locations in other states.

We love Yogi !!! How have we not been to visit this epic place? 🤩.

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AnnCrystal
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Miss this fantastic place! Glad it is still in business 🪄📚🧚‍♀️ magical place 😍💝.

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AnnCrystal
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Really must make the road trip to shop here one day! 📚🤩📚.

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AnnCrystal
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A friend sent this to me. Not sure if I will be able to go, yet it looks like a promise about interesting upcoming events! 📚📚🤩📚📚.

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AnnCrystal
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My lunch from earlier today 🌮, homemade tortilla filled with organic goodness...oh too good!

Well, out of curiosity, I timed my current reading speed.

25-45 pages 📖 per hour (trade-paperback book, good font-size).

Assumed that was great until I checked it up...😂...sluggish to average.

I already believe that I've become a sluggish reader, therefore “average“ is a win for me 😉📚💝.

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AnnCrystal
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Those who read my tantrum over my grocery frustrations (thank you, @Leftcoastzen. It was kind of you to help me vent those frustrations), you know how we try to buy locally as we can (or grow in our garden).

1st from my state, 2nd my country, 3rd “the Americas,“ and 4th overseas (rarely anymore...).

Coffee is one that we always assumed would always fall under #3.

Coffee from California!!!! 💃☕💃☕. 👇

AnnCrystal I need to find where this is available locally, learn if it is organically grown, & if the trees are also available.

Imagine, being able to grow coffee bean in our very own California Garden! One day, this is going to make for some magical cups of coffee! 🪄☕🪄☕💃☕💃☕🪄💃☕.
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AnnCrystal
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For All Who Celebrates...

May the Magi Bless your Day with Safety and Yumminess.

This Holiday Season sped by way too fast...my family starts celebrating Christmas from the beginning of November till the day after Tomorrow ☺️.

You'd assume that this would be long enough...Nope. Yet, I suppose that if Christmas was year round, we wouldn't appreciate Christmas as much...💝.

Have a good one everyone!

Bookwormjillk We do the same and I agree. Way too fast this year! 4mo
AnnCrystal @Bookwormjillk 💕🎄💝☺️👍. 4mo
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AnnCrystal
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When This New Years Eve
12-23-23 adds up to 123-123

It just might mean that this will be a magical Eve, a hint that 2024 will be one of magic.

Get ready, 123-123 🕰️🔔🎶.

AnnCrystal Thanks @Karisa 😉👍. 4mo
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AnnCrystal
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Early this year, was out and about when we saw this plastic sheet caught high in a city tree.

Aside from the pollution annoyance...I couldn't help wondering if it was someone's public call for Batman?

I mean, it looks like Batman's symbol, right???

While this has since torn to shreds and blown away...it remained in good shape for weeks. I would go and watch it, as if waiting for an actual Batman to show up 🥺🤩 LOL. 😂 If only...🤔.

AnnCrystal Maybe something else, like 🕊️ Dove...for those who aren't obsessed with Batman...you know, like me 😉. 4mo
bthegood it does look like a bat - 🤣 4mo
AnnCrystal @bthegood 💝🦇☺️👍. (edited) 4mo
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AnnCrystal
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A frozen treat. My mom & I love ice cream at any time of the year LOL.

Use well, overripe bananas (Instead of throwing them away, you can peel, slice, and freeze in freezer-safe container or bag).

Your choice of unsweetened powder cocoa.

Your choice of milk. I use unsweetened Almond Milk. Uses very little milk, you don't want a milkshake.

Sugar (optional).

Add ingredients 2 your taste.

Use a good blender, and blend until smooth.

🍫🍦Enjoy!

AnnCrystal While our favorite flavor is Cocoa, we've also tried other fruit that can be frozen and added to the frozen bananas for a different flavor.

Research, some fruit may not be able to be frozen or may need to be blanched before freezing.
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AnnCrystal
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Liked all my Christmas gifts...yet this one is topped as my favorite!

All year I looked for a little Bruno doll, (I have a tiny one, wanted one a little larger). This Christmas, my mom found me this little guy!

Oh! Too perfect!

O.K. obviously, my mom and I are completely Kidults! LOL...

PaperbackPirate We don‘t talk about Bruno. 4mo
hannah-leeloo Ok I so have the Bruno song in my head now haha. Love Bruno ❤️ 4mo
AnnCrystal @PaperbackPirate 👏LOL 😂. @hannah-leeloo 😂 I know, right. Love that song 🎶! 4mo
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AnnCrystal
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& A Blessed Christmas Day!

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AnnCrystal
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Hi Littens! Might not be able to come on Litsy until a day or two after Christmas.

Just want to post these for those who celebrate this Holiday.

Have a cozy, Merry Christmas Eve!

bthegood Merry Christmas -❄️☃️ 4mo
AnnCrystal 💝 Thank You @bthegood. 💝 Hope your Christmas Day was wonderfully fun and peaceful 💝💝. 4mo
PaperbackPirate Merry Christmas! 🎄 4mo
AnnCrystal 💝 Thank you, @PaperbackPirate Hope your day was a Merry & Jolly Christmas. 💝🎁💝! 4mo
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AnnCrystal
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...just don't ask me to try and pronounce this in person LOL.

Never really celebrate the change of the seasons...yet my ancestors did.

According to my research...Across the the lands now known as the Americas, there were “clocks“ built into the very Earth. At least one that was recently “discovered“ was tracking the seasons before the building of Stonehenge in prehistoric Wiltshire, England or the pyramids in Egypt.

...👇...

AnnCrystal Winter is upon us, just a few more days...wanted to share something that was important to me and my ancestors.

This Christmassy flower has a special place amongst our decorations each and every year. Personally, I feel that this beautiful flower is also a kind of connection to my ancestors. 👇.
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AnnCrystal P.S. This was one of the Mesoamerican names for the poinsettia.

&

When I say clocks, I also mean calendars, moon phases trackers, harvest alarm clocks (so to speak) ...etc.
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My grown up Christmas Wish is that everyone, everywhere (no matter their religion) will pray & work towards peace.

That everyone will look upon their innocent & precious little children and realize that the children of their enemies are just as innocent & precious.

This is the season of lights...Winter Solstice, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa...May this Winter be given a source of light not from artificial sentiment but of genuine Love.

Amen.

AnnCrystal Please don't be angry with me about this post. Litsy is a wonderful place, where it seems everyone can be who they are without fear. I saw some things the other day that made me angry and made me wish that the whole world could be more like Litsy... 5mo
bthegood 💕This is a beautiful wish - thank you for sharing 💕 5mo
AnnCrystal @bthegood 💕💝🙏💝. (edited) 5mo
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I made this today for the, Missing & Murdered Indigenous Woman and Girls throughout the Americas.

While we're over half way into Native American heritage Month celebrations, I hope everyone keeps celebrating Native American Heritage all year round.

#MMIW

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It's that time of year again!

When people ask how my family Decks The Halls...I say, just like Monroe From the TV show Grimm 🌲🪄🎄. Oh, and we've already begun 😉👍. The magic 🪄 is irresistible.

Happily Decking The Halls to Christmas Music...🎅🎶🤶🎶⛄.

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Still waiting for Christmas Movies on Ion TV...

Today, KOST began their Holiday music celebrations! 👏💕💝🦌🎄🤶🎅🌲⛄☺️👍. Happy Christmas Dancing 🎉💃👏🪄.

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AnnCrystal
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Saw this post. Only a couple of days remaining, yet still wanted to share.

My mom went to Fairytale Town (Sacramento, CA) when she was a kid, and took my brother and I there when we were children. Wonderful place💕🥰.

Fairytale Town is a theme park.

The event posted above is for the Scholastic Book Fair.

Even while my family has moved away from Sacramento, CA, my mom follows Fairytale Town's news feed.