Comments on: November Reading Wrap-Up

By: Catherine

Catherine — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 01:37:12 +0000

In reply to Laila.

Happy to hear that! I haven’t heard of I’m Mostly Here so will have to look for it.

I hope all is well in your neck of the woods. Have a Merry Christmas!

By: Catherine

Catherine — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 01:35:58 +0000

In reply to Lisa’s Yarns.

Ugh, I can’t imagine if I had to face politics every day. You must have a strong psychological constitution!

I have Tell Me Everything, but I haven’t read the rest of the books and have decided I’m going to go back and do that.

By: Catherine

Catherine — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 01:31:26 +0000

In reply to Linda McMichael. My mother adores reading him! I'll look for this book, it sounds like the perfect reading for right now. I love that you found a sympathetic book seller in AZ. Yay!

By: Catherine

Catherine — Thu, 05 Dec 2024 01:29:47 +0000

In reply to Josh Krysak.

That’s very kind. Thank you. I’m working on recalibrating as it’s going to be a long 4 years.

I hope you have a peaceful holiday season.

By: Laila

Laila — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 22:01:49 +0000

I’m sorry you had to deal with unpleasant comments. And also sorry about the mixed bag of reading. I read multiple five-star books in November – The God of the Woods, Margo’s Got Money Troubles, I’m Mostly Here to Enjoy Myself. etc. It’s been a good spell.

By: Lisa's Yarns

Lisa's Yarns — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 17:57:02 +0000

“Maybe we’ll have four years of prosperity for all, growth, and renewed community. Maybe my MS will heal itself.” Best line. And hey, this is your blog. No one is forced to read it. Keep saying what you have to say. November was a disappointing month and I have to talk about the election results since it impacts financial markets… but I did have 2 days off after the election so it was nice to just hide out and not talk to people/consume media/etc.

My best book of th emonth was “Tell Me Everything” by Strout. I also really liked Victim, Colored Television, and Wolf at the Table (although that book is very dark…). The last one was a Susie rec.

By: Linda McMichael

Linda McMichael — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 17:27:21 +0000

I hear you! My husband, BFF, sisters, and I are trying to be resilient in the face of despair. Which brings me to the book I bought, used, at Peregrine Books on a visit to Prescott, AZ last week. Before I describe the book, I told a clerk how much I liked where they positioned the book Melania on their New Releases shelf. Way down in the far corner, so the black cover was almost invisible. The clerk nodded knowingly. Anyway, the book I bought was The Beauty of Dusk by Frank Bruni. Bruni lost the sight in one eye a few years ago, and the book, so far, deals with how people have confronted their fears and losses. It sounds dire, but it isn’t. I feel like he’s a friend since I read his newsletter every week, see him on CNN once in awhile, and he contributes to the NYT often. I recommend his weekly newsletter. He’s a true mensch.

Yes, it’s your blog! Rant away whenever you need to. Thanks for being so candid!

By: Josh Krysak

Josh Krysak — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 13:33:54 +0000

I appreciate your reviews and your thoughts and you. Thanks for being you and for sharing with us. Never be anyone other than yourself. And remember, that while it appears so very bleak, about half the country does agree with you and feels the same sadness, disappointment and anger. I am proud to be among them and thankful for your voice. Take good care and try and find joy in the coming holiday season.