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The tides are turning. I feel like I'm slowly but surely getting back into my groove. I'm still not where I'd like to be with reading and reviewing, but I'll get there. It helps that I had a dentist appointment last week that I was dreading (I ALWAYS dread going to the dentist, even if it's just for a cleaning) and to my delight, it went very well. He told me I'm doing a great job cleaning my teeth and that there was hardly anything for him to clean. I was in and out in 15 minutes, and part of that time was spent just trying to get comfortable on the chair! I needed this bit of good news.
It also helps immensely that on Thursday, the same day as my dental appointment, the weather turned more fall-like. I love the crisper, cooler air and it seems it's here to stay for the long haul. YaY! It looks like we'll have highs in the 70's for a while, which is perfect for fall. I especially love when the early mornings are in the 40's and 50's. That's perfect walking weather for me. I really enjoy walking at sunrise and since the sun is rising later now, I can try and get out at that time. We do need rain, though. We had a nice, steady rainfall this morning, but it's already stopped. It's very cloudy, so maybe there is more to come.
This week, I have three more doctor appointments, which are all routine and previously scheduled. I also have a condo meeting to get ready for. It will once again take time away from my reading, but I'm expecting all of my appointments to go smoothly.
IN THE BOOKS
To see how I'm doing with my 2023 bookish challenges, click on 2023 Bookish Challenges on the right sidebar.
RECENTLY FINISHED
I finished listening to A Skeleton in the Family (Family Skeleton Mystery 1), written by Leigh Perry and narrated by Katina Kalin. I enjoyed it on audio and I enjoyed the book overall. I did get confused at times, but it was a good mystery with a fun premise. I mean, Sid is a talking and walking skeleton. How could that not be fun? I'll very likely listen the next one in the series, The Skeleton Takes a Bow, soon. To read some excerpts from this book, click here.
I also finished reading Death on the Shelf (Haunted Library Mystery 5), by Allison Brook. This is another strong installment in the series I've been enjoying from the beginning. To read my full review, click here. To read some excerpts, click here.
IN PROGRESS
UP NEXT
ON TELEVISON
- Hallmark Premieres - I watched Guiding Emily and Fourth Down and Love. Fourth Down and Love was just okay, but I LOVED Guiding Emily! This is my favorite Hallmark movie of the year so far. If you get a chance to watch it, please do. I loved it so much that I added the book it's based on to my TBR list. I am planning to post a review of the movie soon.
- Signed, Sealed, Delivered - I watched Home Again. It was good, but not one of my favorites in the series. I think I have three more left to watch, unless, of course. they make more.
- Friends - I finished Season 2 and started watching Season 3. There was closure to one storyline with Monica and the beginning of another storyline with Chandler at the end of Season 2, but no major cliffhanger like there was at the end of Season 1.
- Ahsoka - I had planned on waiting until May (Star Wars Month) to watch this show, but when I found out a friend was watching it, I decided to tune in because I like the buddy system. So, I binged the first five episodes. It's pretty good, though confusing at times to me. The 5th episode was my favorite so far. I especially loved the scenes that took place between worlds.
WEEKLY BLOG RECAP
- Sunday Post 09/09 - Week in review
- Book Review 09/13 - Death on the Shelf (Haunted Library Mystery 1), by Allison Brook
- Four for Friday 09/15 - Reading Speed, Agatha Christie, and Cozy Mysteries
- Puzzle 09/16 - Summer Breeze
That's all for now! Have a great week!
Great news at the dentist. Good luck with your other appointments this week. You are doing great with your reading and look at all those cozies. Enjoy and have a great week!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Yvonne. Yes, nothing but cozies this week! :-)
DeleteI'm so glad about the dental visit. I hope the positivity carries into your getting your groove back.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! :-)
DeleteLooks like a great selection of cozy mysteries! Some I want to try out. I loved Signed, Sealed, Delivered! Those were great movies and a great series.
ReplyDeleteI agree, Lisa! There is no other series like it! :-)
DeleteA good appt at the dentist is a great thing! I dread going too. And I love this time of year- cooler weather.
ReplyDeleteI'm watching Ahsoka too. I'm a little confused as well because I think you have to have seen Clone wars or the animated ones to get everything, but it's still entertaining. :)
I agree, Greg. It is entertaining even though I don't understand everything. :-)
DeleteSo glad you feel like things are working themselves out lately---the dental appointment, the weather.
ReplyDeleteYour books look delightful, perfect for some cool fall weather.
Thank you, Deb! :-)
DeleteYes with you on not every looking forward to the dentist. All look good books, glad you enjoyed Death on the Shelf - great series.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kathryn! :-)
DeleteGlad your appointment went so well. I love the look of Magic, Movies and Murder and just went and preordered it. Thanks for sharing it. It looks just like the kind of cozy I love.
ReplyDeleteOh, I'm so glad this book appeals to you, Barb! You're welcome! :-)
DeleteGood news about the dentist. I'm off this afternoon for an appointment for fillings. I liked the Olivia Matthews books. I didn't know a third was coming soon. Come see my week here. Happy reading!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kathy. I hope your appointment went well. :-)
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