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5 Minutes for Books — Comfort Food

June 23, 2008 by Jennifer Donovan

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy here.

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Last week I was sick. It was one of those things that came out of nowhere. One day I was fine, but the next day I woke up with my nose dripping like a faucet and major sinus pressure. Fortunately, the day before I had just received a copy of Comfort Food by Kate Jacobs. Feeling rotten was as good an excuse as any I could think of to devote some time to dig into this book. I spent most of the morning curled up on the couch with my book while Kyle watched TV. I can’t think of a better remedy. The only problem with my self-prescribed cure occurred two days into this weeklong affliction when my eyes were too itchy to read.

I was familiar with Kate Jacobs’ first novel The Friday Night Knitting Club. I had certainly heard about the blockbuster best-seller that Julia Roberts has signed on to produce and star in, but I hadn’t read it (after enjoying Comfort Food so much, it’s definitely on my to be read list). Knowing that Comfort Food offers a peek into the life of fictional celebrity cooking host Augusta “Gus” Simpson, I was immediately drawn to it. A book–about food and the life of a foodie?–for a bookworm like me who reads cookbooks like novels and also indulges in reality food TV programming, this was an irresistible combination.

The novel lived up to my expectations. I was quickly drawn into Gus’s life. The book opens with her contemplating her favorite comfort-food.jpgcomfort food–birthday cake–as she’s about to turn 50. Gus was featured on the Cooking Channel due to the success of the small luncheonette that she opened after her husband died suddenly, leaving her with two young children to support. She immediately achieved success and stardom being the hostess that everyone wanted to be, but it came at the expense of her relationship with her daughters. Now they are adults dealing with their own problems, and perfect Gus suddenly has some problems of her own. When the Cooking Channel begins to falter, the one thing that Gus has been good at–her career–is in jeopardy. When she is forced to team up with a hot young chef, Carmen Vega, to see if they can create a successful new show, sparks fly–between siblings, mother and daughters, members of the opposite sex, and jealous co-stars.

Kate Jacobs describes the characters this way. “They have to tackle what’s on their already-full plates and learn to accept the different flavors in each bite of life: Some are bitter, some are sweet, and some are a combination. Together, all the different flavors make up a perfect meal.”

I could apply the same recipe to Comfort Food : The eclectic cast in this delicious novel comes together after a quick pan-searing. The flavors meld, with nothing too spicy (language or adult situations), and a plot that lingers long after your first bite. After indulging the reader will be left satisfied, yet hungry for more.

Check out Kate Jacobs’ website for more info on Comfort Food, including a reading guide and an excerpt. She also has created a site for the fictional Cooking Channel, complete with recipes.

Would you like to win one of 5 copies of this novel? Share your recipe for success when you need comfort. Is it a favorite food or beverage? Perhaps an activity? I think that for me it’s gotta be books.

The winners of last week’s book, Roadmap to Holland, are

#134 Michelle Rosborough
#69 Sara Alvaro
#138 Kathy Pease

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About Jennifer Donovan

Jennifer Donovan has been a part of the 5 Minutes for Mom team since 2007. She writes product reviews, covers events, and manages the 5 Minutes for Books weekly column and website. She lives in Houston and blogs at Snapshot about life with her family.

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191 Comments

  1. Heather says

    June 30, 2008 at 12:37 am

    An ice cold Dr Pepper when it’s hot outside and a roast chicken and garlic mashed potatoes when it’s cold!

    Reply
  2. Danielle S says

    June 29, 2008 at 10:44 pm

    A bubble bath and a long sleep!
    dansan826 at yahoo

    Reply
  3. marybeth i. says

    June 29, 2008 at 10:40 pm

    I like watching TV or movies to relax usually. Sometimes I read or draw as well.

    Reply
  4. Donna Kozar says

    June 29, 2008 at 9:53 pm

    I call Papa John’s and bury my sorrows in a pepperoni and mushroom pizza. No, I don’t work there, but they deliver.

    Reply
  5. Elizabeth M. says

    June 29, 2008 at 8:20 pm

    Prayer is the answer for me.

    Reply
  6. Rosanne Morrison says

    June 29, 2008 at 7:19 pm

    A chocolate brownie with nuts and frosting about an inch or 2 thick.

    Reply
  7. kathleen Yohanna says

    June 29, 2008 at 5:39 pm

    Coffee and books give me confort. I also find comfort in the Lord.

    Reply
  8. Zipporah Sandler says

    June 29, 2008 at 5:28 pm

    For me “comfort food” is my mom’s meatloaf and mashed potatoes while wearing my favorite pj’s & reading travel guides to places I like to dream about going one day.

    Reply
  9. Mary M, says

    June 29, 2008 at 4:29 pm

    Give me some chocolate!

    Reply
  10. Sarah Mitchell says

    June 29, 2008 at 2:33 pm

    I find comfort just sitting outside enjoying the sounds of nature.

    Reply
  11. Taryn S says

    June 29, 2008 at 2:19 pm

    Lately its been regular full calorie soda. Especially root beer.

    Reply
  12. Jo says

    June 29, 2008 at 12:31 pm

    Whenever I need comfort, I go run/walk 2 miles at Forsythe Park. The fresh air and lake breeze does the trick, along with the solitude.
    [email protected]

    Reply
  13. dean says

    June 29, 2008 at 11:46 am

    homemade soup!

    Reply
  14. shar says

    June 29, 2008 at 11:44 am

    cup of tea and a good book

    Reply
  15. Patti DelValle says

    June 29, 2008 at 11:31 am

    Hands down it’s books! The perfectr escape.

    Reply
  16. Gianna says

    June 29, 2008 at 10:42 am

    Mashed potatoes and soups.

    Reply
  17. Roseann Kies says

    June 29, 2008 at 10:18 am

    Pasta is my comfort food!

    Reply
  18. kathy pease says

    June 29, 2008 at 9:43 am

    usually pepperidge farm cookies help me feel better 🙂

    Reply
  19. Veronica Garrett says

    June 29, 2008 at 6:52 am

    Soft relaxing music

    Reply
  20. Bobbye F says

    June 29, 2008 at 2:26 am

    I like to hide away in my room and just daydream for a few minutes. If I have a moment for me then life is good! Oh and a piece or two of dark chocolate can help from time, to time!

    Reply
  21. Tanya Moyer says

    June 29, 2008 at 2:04 am

    For me comfort is a Starbucks Grande Mocha Frappacino, my laptop reading blogs and a quiet house while the kids are at school! Great giveaway! Thanks for offering this!
    ~Tanya
    the4moyers(at)msn(dot)com

    Reply
  22. Sand says

    June 29, 2008 at 1:34 am

    I watch movies, order pizza and eat a ton of ice cream. So unhealthy for the body but it does help the spirit – just a little.

    Reply
  23. Leigh says

    June 29, 2008 at 1:28 am

    Ingredients for 100% inner-peace:
    1 warm blanket
    2 young children
    An infinite number of stars

    First, disable all ringers and turn off porch lights. Preheat some snuggles, and wait until the oven that is your yard this time of year has cooled to a comfortable, but crisp, temperature. Spread fuzzy blanket on grass, and count stars, wish on the shooting ones, and keep an eye out for satellites. Press 1 child to your side, repeat with other. May additionally need to add bug spray (optional). Your recipe is done when 1, or all of you, starts snoring. 😉

    Reply
  24. Carissa D. says

    June 29, 2008 at 12:38 am

    I talk to my mom or my best friends when I need comfort.

    Thanks!

    Reply
  25. Kathy S says

    June 29, 2008 at 12:31 am

    In any kind of weather, I enjoy my mug of hot cocoa.
    It’s my special low calorie recipe, but gives me the comfort of that good old chocolate taste. I use real dutch unsweetened coca, skim milk and sweet’n’low. A real treat with my little cat curled up on my lap, at any time.

    Reply
  26. Michelle H. says

    June 29, 2008 at 12:17 am

    Iced mochas, good quality chocolate, and sourdough bread with butter are some of my favorite comfort foods.

    Reply
  27. Daniel M says

    June 29, 2008 at 12:02 am

    get away from whatever/go for a walk

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  28. Patricia Elliott says

    June 28, 2008 at 11:45 pm

    my comfort food is pizza nad a good movie

    Reply
  29. Crystal says

    June 28, 2008 at 11:39 pm

    Chocolate & chick flicks- need I say more? 🙂

    Reply
  30. Lara Aleff says

    June 28, 2008 at 11:21 pm

    When I need comfort, I make me some iced tea, curl up in a blanket, and put on reruns of the Golden Girls. A little humor is very comforting.

    Reply
  31. danni says

    June 28, 2008 at 10:39 pm

    when i get a migraine, my 2 1/2 year old will tell me “it’s ok mommy, where does it hurt, i’ll kiss it” and then he goes and gets me an ice pack and tells his father to get me brownies and a magazine, after all of that i can’t help but smile!

    Reply
  32. Jean F says

    June 28, 2008 at 6:12 pm

    fresh hot Chebe tapoica cheese balls with lots of butter!

    Reply
  33. Hesper F says

    June 28, 2008 at 4:16 pm

    Chocolate!!

    Reply
  34. Halina says

    June 28, 2008 at 4:14 pm

    Each year 96 billion pounds of food is wasted in the U.S.

    Reply
  35. Ed Nemmers says

    June 28, 2008 at 4:08 pm

    Going running helps to clear my mind.

    Reply
  36. JJ says

    June 28, 2008 at 2:02 pm

    Just like you, I like to snuggle up in my warm bed with a good book and an ice cold pepsi. And if my DH wants to stop by with a nice sandwich, I wouldn’t argue.

    Reply
  37. Denise says

    June 28, 2008 at 1:58 pm

    Mashed potatoes and gravy, just like my Grandma used to make. Yum!

    Reply
  38. Donna W says

    June 28, 2008 at 12:53 pm

    Eating Hershey”s Kisses and watching a chick flick with my daughters!

    Reply
  39. Samantha Pruitt says

    June 28, 2008 at 7:48 am

    watching Seinfeld while eating spicy spaghetti, it always works!

    Reply
  40. Belinda says

    June 28, 2008 at 7:21 am

    Movie theater butter microwave popcorn.

    Reply
  41. Karrie says

    June 28, 2008 at 2:05 am

    my comfort food is always chocolate

    Reply
  42. L McLendon says

    June 28, 2008 at 12:21 am

    Just give me a bowl of creamy mashed potatos!
    Yummy!

    Reply
  43. C Duran says

    June 27, 2008 at 10:21 pm

    Baked goods are my comfort foods. Especially cake or cookies.

    Reply
  44. susan p says

    June 27, 2008 at 7:55 am

    quiet time

    Reply
  45. Corrie C says

    June 27, 2008 at 1:28 am

    I play on internet or read.

    Reply
  46. Shania Duncan says

    June 26, 2008 at 11:58 pm

    In the winter I take a long, steamy, aromatic bubble bath in candlelight. Then wrap myself in a fluffy, cozy bath rub and curl up with a mug of cocoa or tea and read a firey romance novel.

    Reply
  47. Janice Wright says

    June 26, 2008 at 9:53 pm

    When I’m having a bad day, I have to sit down & have my coffee.

    Reply
  48. Cory Huisman says

    June 26, 2008 at 8:18 pm

    I pick up my knitting needles. I can’t wait for Friday Night Knitting Club movie to come out.

    Reply
  49. Nancy says

    June 26, 2008 at 3:19 pm

    Ice cream and pretzel thins is my latest comfort food.

    Reply
  50. israel y says

    June 26, 2008 at 2:53 pm

    TV and laptop is comfort for me, thanks for the giveaway

    Reply
  51. jan koontz says

    June 26, 2008 at 11:30 am

    just to cool

    Reply
  52. Kathy Gahan says

    June 26, 2008 at 1:36 am

    Win, Win, Win!!!

    Reply
  53. Sarah Stern says

    June 26, 2008 at 1:10 am

    Playing Scrabulous with my friends online

    Reply
  54. cheryl c. says

    June 25, 2008 at 11:03 pm

    Reading does it for me. Nothing relaxes me and takes my mind off stressful things like a good book does.

    Reply
  55. Irma Doherty says

    June 25, 2008 at 10:05 pm

    I put on my old favorite comforting sweatshirt.

    Reply
  56. Tara Hill says

    June 25, 2008 at 8:11 pm

    A good ole pint of Blue Bell ice cream is all I need…oh, and a spoon, of course!

    Reply
  57. Tracy Ackroyd says

    June 25, 2008 at 8:03 pm

    Baking … especially brownies!

    Reply
  58. Steve Scott says

    June 25, 2008 at 5:06 pm

    I am a happy man as long as I have my meat.

    Reply
  59. sandra says

    June 25, 2008 at 3:27 pm

    I always go back to a favorite comfort food that takes me back to my childhood, especially if it was one that I remember watching my greatgrandmother cook 🙂

    Reply
  60. Vicki Wurgler says

    June 25, 2008 at 2:25 pm

    I enjoy riding my bike

    Reply
  61. Tia Carter says

    June 25, 2008 at 5:47 am

    home shows

    Reply
  62. Jessica Applegate says

    June 24, 2008 at 11:13 pm

    hot chocolate and a book

    Reply
  63. Noelia Gutierrez says

    June 24, 2008 at 11:08 pm

    First take a shower then Get yourself relaxed and put some lilac lotion on to relax. Then turn off your phone and get one of your favorite book and just stay in bed and read! Thanks

    Reply
  64. Jana (sidetrack'd) says

    June 24, 2008 at 9:41 pm

    Comfort? Would have to be a good movie or good book or a big ol’ bowl of mashed potatoes.

    Reply
  65. Tonya Froemel says

    June 24, 2008 at 9:18 pm

    Snuggling up in bed with a cup of tea and a good book is always comforting.

    Reply
  66. alison says

    June 24, 2008 at 9:15 pm

    I love to relax with a good movie, or take my kids to the park to get out our energy and have fun as a family!

    Reply
  67. Tammy Curry says

    June 24, 2008 at 8:41 pm

    Sipping a cup of coco with marhmellows.LOL

    Reply
  68. Christine says

    June 24, 2008 at 6:31 pm

    For me, it’s cuddling up with hubby and a great cup of coffee and watching a wonderful movie. Thank you!

    Reply
  69. Maureen says

    June 24, 2008 at 5:53 pm

    Sadly it could be food (baked goods). Also can be hiding in my bed reading or sleeping. Thanks,
    Maureen (jnomaxx at hotmail dot com)

    Reply
  70. P Hafner says

    June 24, 2008 at 4:52 pm

    For me it’s some cuddle time with my husband. Nothing like a big hug to make things seem better.

    Reply
  71. Dorothy says

    June 24, 2008 at 4:34 pm

    It depends on the time/day/stressor. I would first try a long walk on the trail with my dogs and my Higher Power; talking to my partner or my mother, both give me solace. Reading is my favorite indoor escape ~ this looks like a GREAT read!
    Thanks for the contests!

    Reply
  72. M.A. says

    June 24, 2008 at 4:33 pm

    HOMEMADE HOT FUDGE:
    running hot and thick over a big bowl of ice cream
    —–or straight up, spoon to mouth!

    Reply
  73. djp says

    June 24, 2008 at 4:05 pm

    this is a love of mine, cooking

    Reply
  74. Denise B. says

    June 24, 2008 at 2:57 pm

    I just love buffets!

    Reply
  75. D. says

    June 24, 2008 at 2:48 pm

    A big hot pasty from the U.P. of Michigan.

    Reply
  76. tim brown says

    June 24, 2008 at 1:26 pm

    cherry coke
    THANK YOU GOD BLESS

    Reply
  77. beth shepherd says

    June 24, 2008 at 12:10 pm

    A cup of hot tea for sure. thank you

    Reply
  78. Rhonda Clemens says

    June 24, 2008 at 12:09 pm

    CHOCOLATE IS MY COMFORT FOOD 🙂

    What a great site…..Keep up the EXCELLENT work!!!!!!!!!

    Please enter me & Thank you 🙂

    Reply
  79. Deborah R says

    June 24, 2008 at 11:22 am

    I am comforted by putting on a pair of jammies, snuggling under a favorite blanket and sipping hot cocoa. Good grief – have I entered my 2nd childhood already?

    Reply
  80. Janet says

    June 24, 2008 at 11:07 am

    Thank you for having this contest. I really appreciate it.I like to go fishing!

    Reply
  81. Susan C says

    June 24, 2008 at 10:41 am

    I like putting on my favorite pajamas, unplugging the phone and reading in bed

    Reply
  82. Patty says

    June 24, 2008 at 10:30 am

    Thank you for having this contest. I really appreciate it.

    Reply
  83. Diana says

    June 24, 2008 at 9:54 am

    Taking a hot bath with a good book and my cat lying on the bath rug next to the tub.

    Reply
  84. Sarah says

    June 24, 2008 at 9:42 am

    Mojito with mint from my garden.

    Reply
  85. Tobye says

    June 24, 2008 at 9:30 am

    I jump on my trampoline in the backyard. It makes me feel like a kid again and lightens my mood.

    Reply
  86. Janice Golden says

    June 24, 2008 at 8:26 am

    Italian food I was raised in Italy

    Reply
  87. Amy L says

    June 24, 2008 at 8:22 am

    Cuddling on the couch with my hubby comforts me. A cup of chamomile ginger tea relaxes and sooths me.

    Reply
  88. Kari Follett says

    June 24, 2008 at 8:06 am

    I make a cup of coffee and listen to my ipod

    Reply
  89. Michelle says

    June 24, 2008 at 7:35 am

    When I used to need to unwind during stressful times, my husband would take me to Pzza Hut for their pizza sticks and a soda. We got a change of scenery, had some time to relax and talk about things, and it didn’t cost a lot to have a bit of a mid-evening snack, before going home, hopefully ready to take on things anew in the morning. That used to work great before kids, but come to think of it, we haven’t done that in a very, very long time now…too long, in fact. Perhaps we should try revisiting that kind of date night again sometime.

    Reply
  90. Meredith Peters says

    June 24, 2008 at 7:23 am

    I instantly feel better when I talk to my husband because he loves me unconditionally no matter how rediculous I may be. He’s always supportive and loving and gives a great pep talk!

    Reply
  91. CRYSTLE TELLERDAY says

    June 24, 2008 at 6:36 am

    MY COMFORT FOOD IS PIZZA AND DR PEPPER

    Reply
  92. Karen says

    June 24, 2008 at 5:17 am

    Curling up with a cup of tea and a large chocolate bar always cheers me up.

    Reply
  93. Sharon Jones says

    June 24, 2008 at 5:12 am

    Pringles Sour Cream and Onion Chips, Orange Soda and the Red Sox…!!! 🙂

    Reply
  94. Anne D says

    June 24, 2008 at 5:12 am

    It has to be a cup of earl grey tea for me when I’m feeling blue. It’s magic. Please enter me.thanks,Anne

    Reply
  95. Lindsay says

    June 24, 2008 at 4:11 am

    My Mom’s quiche always makes me feel better.

    Reply
  96. Cindi says

    June 24, 2008 at 1:33 am

    Hello! What a marvelous sounding book! I love a book with quirky/eclectic characters. My “comfort food” is working in and looking at my flower bed. It is full of color and variety. I love it. Please enter me in your drawing. Thanks, Cindi

    Reply
  97. Allison says

    June 23, 2008 at 11:59 pm

    My “comfort food” is definitely reading. Whether it’s a novel that I’ve been dying to dive into or a magazine, there is nothing like curling up on the couch or in bed to relax me!

    Reply
  98. Jill says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:49 pm

    Red wine or my mom’s chocolate chip cookies.

    Reply
  99. Laureen says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:20 pm

    Kinda counterintuitive, but either a bowl of warm pasta with great sauce or a walk through the neighborhood for some fresh air.

    Reply
  100. Kathy Mullins says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:26 pm

    When I need comfort I cuddle up under my soft microfiber blankie and watch a DVD with a bowl of microwave popcorn. I love cold winter nights so I can do this!

    Reply
  101. Linda Moeller says

    June 23, 2008 at 7:14 pm

    CHOCOLATE anything!

    Reply
  102. Hil'Lesha says

    June 23, 2008 at 7:13 pm

    Praying 🙂

    Reply
  103. chris h says

    June 23, 2008 at 6:55 pm

    brownies

    Reply
  104. judy brittle says

    June 23, 2008 at 6:20 pm

    eating ice cream loaded with hot fudge. the hot fudge brings extra comfort.

    Reply
  105. Erica G says

    June 23, 2008 at 6:08 pm

    I love ice cream!! If it is nice out I may go swimming. When I go under water I imagine blocking out the whole world.

    Reply
  106. Sean says

    June 23, 2008 at 5:35 pm

    A hot cup of tea and a good novel.

    Reply
  107. Jessica says

    June 23, 2008 at 5:35 pm

    A trashy tabloid magazine and some junk food make me feel better.

    Reply
  108. Denise says

    June 23, 2008 at 5:11 pm

    Iced coffee with Dove chocolates!

    Reply
  109. Kat says

    June 23, 2008 at 4:44 pm

    Chocolate, Coca-Cola, a salty snack and then curling up with “Little Women”, “100 Years of Solitude”, “Love in the Time of Cholera” or any of the Harry Potter books. If I can’t read then give me Mary Poppins, Little Mermaid or Cinderella and I’m a happy camper…but gotta have the chocolate!

    Reply
  110. Belinda A. says

    June 23, 2008 at 4:43 pm

    When it’s time for comfort, I call my mum and have a good moaning session. Then, I wait until my little one is napping; I leave the dirty dishes stacked up in the sink, I leave the laundry where it’s been strewn and I block out the world for a bit by immersing myself in a good book and snacking on chocolate raisins:)

    Reply
  111. Holly says

    June 23, 2008 at 4:42 pm

    A steaming mug of hot chocolate with marshmallows and a good book.

    Reply
  112. Pat says

    June 23, 2008 at 4:20 pm

    Chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate!

    Reply
  113. Jessica Maurer says

    June 23, 2008 at 3:57 pm

    When I need comfrot I bake a large bowl of homemade mac & cheese. Then I call my mom. Doing this always makes me feel better.

    Reply
  114. Linda Pinto says

    June 23, 2008 at 3:53 pm

    I always like good old macaroni and cheese.

    Reply
  115. Susan Smith says

    June 23, 2008 at 3:50 pm

    I take a bath and have some chocolate.

    Reply
  116. Dan Smith says

    June 23, 2008 at 3:49 pm

    When I need comfort I grab some chocolate and call my sister.

    Reply
  117. Chris says

    June 23, 2008 at 3:48 pm

    I hate to admit it, but Velveeta Shells and Cheese always makes me feel better.

    Reply
  118. jenna says

    June 23, 2008 at 3:47 pm

    When I need comfort, I call my sister to go grab a cup of coffee and a chocolate chip cookie. She does the same with me. Heck, I love doing that even when I don’t need comfort!

    I’d love to win this for my best friend, a foodie!

    Reply
  119. Mya Brooks says

    June 23, 2008 at 2:57 pm

    Bubble bath, chocolate covered cherries, and champagne. Always hits the spot!

    Reply
  120. Catherine copeland says

    June 23, 2008 at 2:53 pm

    for me comfort food is spelled Mac & cheese. gooey, fat filled, mac & cheese. for dessert chocolate ice cream (can we say ben & jerry?) i curl up in bed, wrap the covers around me and hug my pillow

    Reply
  121. Valerie Mitchell says

    June 23, 2008 at 2:52 pm

    What a wonderful prize!

    Reply
  122. Terri says

    June 23, 2008 at 2:52 pm

    A hug, a note, or just the sound of my husband’s always calm voice.

    Reply
  123. raych says

    June 23, 2008 at 2:44 pm

    Books, blankets, my big red chair, and a cup of coffee.

    Reply
  124. Rita A. says

    June 23, 2008 at 2:40 pm

    I go swimming. I am a water sign and to be surrounded by the water makes all the stress melt away and allows me quiet time to think things through.

    Reply
  125. Eloise Carlson says

    June 23, 2008 at 2:34 pm

    My favorite activity for comfort has to be going onto the deck and watching the sailboats and fishing boats out on the water. They always look so nice out there! Thanks for a great giveaway!

    Reply
  126. Trish says

    June 23, 2008 at 2:34 pm

    Being alone with a good novel is definitely a sure thing for me! I really enjoyed The Friday Night Knitting Club, as well.

    Reply
  127. Courtney says

    June 23, 2008 at 2:29 pm

    Book are my source of comfort.

    Reply
  128. Tonya Keener says

    June 23, 2008 at 2:05 pm

    My favorite comfort is spending time with my daughter. When my daughter was five my parents took her from me due to my alcoholism. I moved to florida April 4 2007, the day my daughter turned 19, with 10 1/2 years sobriety, my car payed off and money saved for the move after years of working two and three jobs.
    mothers day 2008 I saw her get her associates degree with 3.8 GPA. Even though she lives five minutes from me, she sent me a card saying thanks for being at my college graduation, standing beside me and cheering me on.

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  129. Sarah VM says

    June 23, 2008 at 1:58 pm

    What comforts me the most is CHOCOLATE, most specifically peanut M & M’s.

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  130. Michelle Rosborough says

    June 23, 2008 at 1:57 pm

    A cup of hot tea and a good book

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  131. Kathy Conley says

    June 23, 2008 at 1:47 pm

    Comfort happens for me when I spend time with my kids doing something we all enjoy together!

    Reply
  132. TopazTook says

    June 23, 2008 at 1:30 pm

    in the winter time: music (like “Lakeside Retreat” instrumentals), hot tea, a book…and chocolate!

    in the summer: iced tea, an actual lakeside, and a book

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  133. Julie says

    June 23, 2008 at 1:07 pm

    For me it’s a big cup of sweet tea, a good book, and a couple of kitties to cuddle with. Ahhh. Hope I win the good book. 😉

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  134. Desmond says

    June 23, 2008 at 1:05 pm

    Chinese takeout

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  135. SJ says

    June 23, 2008 at 12:41 pm

    Baked good are my comfort food. And coffee.

    They go well together don’t they!? They would be even better with a book in hand.

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  136. susan varney says

    June 23, 2008 at 12:37 pm

    donuts

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  137. christel says

    June 23, 2008 at 12:25 pm

    My favorite comfort is sitting with my laptop and my favorite blog, or a can’t-put-it-down book.

    Reply
  138. Mia J. says

    June 23, 2008 at 12:23 pm

    I love to get into some comfy clothes and curl up with a good book.

    Reply
  139. Heather says

    June 23, 2008 at 12:03 pm

    Hmm. Depending on the time of day I need comfort, it is found in a latte, baking, making Bacon Leek and Tomato macaroni and cheese and eating it, or a hot bath with either hot or cold tea depending on the season, and a really good book to read while in the tub~! And essential oils.

    Lalycairn at gmail.com

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  140. tangie c says

    June 23, 2008 at 11:53 am

    My very favorite comfort food is my husband’s cooking!!! Whenever we are ill, or just down, my husband makes a huge pot of his chicken pauperkosh!! Just it’s smell comforts me!!! My kids love it too!!! My 2 youngest kids had the flu last week, and my husband and I were sleep deprived because for 3 nights my sick little 18 month old wouldn’t sleep! So we were all comforted by this food!!

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  141. Kathy Scott says

    June 23, 2008 at 11:46 am

    Relaxing = hot bath, candles, glass of wine, and a good book.

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  142. Shannon B. says

    June 23, 2008 at 11:25 am

    Sounds like a great book! I’d love to win!

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  143. Michele says

    June 23, 2008 at 11:10 am

    Friday Night Knitting Club was a fantastic read! That’s exciting that they are making it into a movie. I definately want to read this one. My newest “comfort food” has been sewing. And when I don’t have time for that peanut butter out of the jar is an excellent stand-by!

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  144. Alison says

    June 23, 2008 at 10:55 am

    A good movie (usually You’ve Got Mail), a blanket, and laying on the couch!

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  145. Joyce says

    June 23, 2008 at 10:33 am

    I like to get a good book, a diet coke and climb into the bathtub and soak. Or if there’s time, head to the bookstore to spend a couple of hours.

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  146. Jane says

    June 23, 2008 at 10:10 am

    Books (an easy read), a cozy blanket, and a bag of chips (or carrots if I’m on a diet).

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  147. grubmama says

    June 23, 2008 at 10:08 am

    Pad Thai. Something about that dish makes me happy.

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  148. Nodins Nest says

    June 23, 2008 at 10:00 am

    If I’m sick it’s cream of mushroom soup!

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  149. Elaine says

    June 23, 2008 at 10:00 am

    My comfort food is homemade potato soup-appeals to the Irish side of me!

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  150. Eva Louis says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:57 am

    There is nothing more comforting than southern comfort and lemonade!

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  151. Liz says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:56 am

    My husband.

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  152. Louise Brouillette says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:52 am

    Chocolate

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  153. Megret says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:50 am

    A good book and a hot bubble bath always works — followed by a new coat of paint on my toenails. :0)

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    Megret

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  154. Megan B. says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:34 am

    My comfort food IS food…either that or Pliates or finding comfort in my husband. But usually I go straight to a heaping bowl of pasta, unfortunately!

    Reply
  155. Linda says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:30 am

    I go for a nice slow drive out in the country.

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  156. Marcia says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:29 am

    My recipe for success is taking time for myself to read, shop, or just watch tv and gather my thoughts together.

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  157. TheAngelForever says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:23 am

    My recipe for success when I need comfort is to find a cozy place (bed or couch) and knit or read.

    Reply
  158. Donna says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:20 am

    A cup of iced coffee with whipped cream while sitting on my swing in my backyard.

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  159. Mikki says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:08 am

    One word – CHOCOLATE… enough said 😉

    This book looks like a great read!

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  160. lifeasamama says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:06 am

    definitely books. we’re four days away from moving, and i can sure tell you that i escape into books periodically for respite! although potato chips, buttery air-popped popcorn or warm chocolate chip cookies are also really good!!

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  161. charline s says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:57 am

    I know its bad for me, But it always a cigarette and coffee to comfort me.

    Reply
  162. Trisha says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:55 am

    My comfort food is food! lol I love to eat. But maybe I would pick my favorite to be candy…chocolate candy…yum.

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  163. Mama Zen says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:52 am

    Ice cream!

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  164. Beth/Mom2TwoVikings says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:41 am

    Sending the kids off in the in-laws, snuggling DaHubby on the couch while we both enjoy bowls of ice cream! LOL

    Reply
  165. Virginia Murr says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:36 am

    When I need comfort . . . well, that depends on WHY I need comfort. If I am sad, I turn to my husband for a hug. If I am upset with my husband, I eat macaroni and cheese. If I am angry, I workout. And, if I am generally stressed, I hop in a hot bath and read for about two hours.

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  166. chyk says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:35 am

    a massage from the hubby

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  167. Jen B says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:32 am

    I am a book nerd! I would chose sitting down with a good book to taking a jog or eating ice cream any day! I’ve never heard of this book, thanks for the recommendation!

    Reply
  168. Janet F says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:26 am

    Chocolate ice cream comforts me.

    Reply
  169. Kristin says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:24 am

    Comfort for me? a quiet house and a magazine!

    Reply
  170. Shannon says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:11 am

    It’s books for me, too. I’m an escapist.

    Reply
  171. Erica O says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:00 am

    My favorite comfort is going to pick up my mom and going for a ride or doing a little retail therapy!

    Reply
  172. Pamela Lytle says

    June 23, 2008 at 7:59 am

    Yep, I go right for food when I need comforting – usually a pot of soup or a big pot of meatballs/sauce or something involving mashed potatoes!

    Reply
  173. Liz says

    June 23, 2008 at 7:58 am

    Soup is definitely my preferred comfort food. And being an avid reader and a bit of a foodie myself, this book sounds perfect!

    Reply
  174. SHARON FAIRCLOUGH says

    June 23, 2008 at 7:56 am

    I enjoyed snuggling up with a good book especially a book that focus on a new hobby or such

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  175. Jeni says

    June 23, 2008 at 7:48 am

    Comfort for me is definitely snuggling on the couch with my hubby & watching a movie – that ALWAYS makes me feel better! Thanks for having such a great giveaway; I love books!!

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  176. Andrea says

    June 23, 2008 at 7:41 am

    Sewing therapy! I just dug out my sewing machine a few months ago, after YEARS in storage, and I can’t believe how much happier I feel to have that creative release! I’m trying to lose ten pounds, so I’m trying to stay away from emotional eating, and I find that sewing can be very therapeutic. Plus, you end up with a cool finished product! 🙂

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  177. happyathome says

    June 23, 2008 at 7:17 am

    My comfort food is chocolate cake, and to relax every night I knit.
    http://lifeislikechampagne.blogspot.com/

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  178. emily says

    June 23, 2008 at 7:06 am

    Comfort is relaxing in a hot bath with a book and a drink.

    I loved Friday Night Knitting Club, so I really hope I win this!

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  179. rachel says

    June 23, 2008 at 6:31 am

    I adored the Friday Night Knitting Club. I devoured it in one sitting. I’m such a foodie and a complete bibliophile. I must have this book!! I hope I win it, it sounds wonderful!!

    Comfort is wrapped up in the down comforter with a good book and a quiet house. Not that it happens often, but it’s still comfort. A piece of Dove Dark doesn’t hurt either 😉

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  180. Darlene Alexander says

    June 23, 2008 at 6:24 am

    My comfort food would have to be hot chocolate!

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  181. Paper Bridges says

    June 23, 2008 at 6:06 am

    strolling through a bookstore without my kids is a comfort especially after a mentally taxing day.

    monica

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  182. Carol says

    June 23, 2008 at 6:05 am

    I make myself a cup of Chai Tea, sit in my comfy chair, and call my cat to sit with me…and she comes. Totally relaxing.

    Reply
  183. Just Mom says

    June 23, 2008 at 6:02 am

    Journaling while listening to music does comfort me, but in times of trouble I am most comforted when I sit in an empty church and meditate.

    Reply
  184. Laura says

    June 23, 2008 at 3:02 am

    One huge comfort to me is reading!!
    when i was a little girl and my parents were having financial and relationship problems i learned to find comfort in books and stories!!

    My dream day is still to stay in bed and read. It doesn’t happen to much with four kiddos, but every now and then…

    Nice review!

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  185. RefreshMom says

    June 23, 2008 at 1:52 am

    The quickest path to comfort for me is a cup of tea.

    Reply
  186. Cmommy says

    June 23, 2008 at 1:05 am

    I clip on my iPod Shuffle and take off for a twenty minute walk. Music inspires and energizes me. I think I’m most comforted by music.

    Books give me space to process what’s going on in my head, clearing the clutter while expanding my horizons.

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  187. Marla says

    June 23, 2008 at 12:52 am

    It is definitely snuggling with my two little maltese. They love me unconditionally! (But I love to read too).

    Reply
  188. Tara R. says

    June 23, 2008 at 12:42 am

    ICE CREAM!!! It always makes me feel better anyway:)

    Reply
  189. Melanie says

    June 23, 2008 at 12:34 am

    Has to be calling my mom. Sometimes I just need to hear her voice.

    Reply

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