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I’ve appreciated the emails, and messages, they’ve meant a lot and cheered me up. I am scheduled to attend Book Bonanza in August and seriously considered canceling. Mr. Caffeinated thought it might be good for me to take a mini vacation from our worries. And the plane ticket was nonrefundable, non-transferable..lol I am going to try to enjoy my friends and leave my worries at the gate. Work has been busy, which is good even if focusing is sometimes hard. I do have an appointment to see my family doctor this week, as the stress is getting to me. On the bright side our weather has been lovely this week. Stay Caffeinated!
Last Week on the Blog
- The Book Charmer By Karen Hawkins (review)
- Where The Crawdads Sing By Delia Owens (audio review)
- Cover Reveal & Giveaway: Unearthed By Cecy Robson (giveaway)
- Darkness On The Edge Of Town By Adam Christopher (audio review)
- Demon Magic And A Martini By Annette Marie (audio review)
This Week on the Blog
- Brazen And The Beast By Sarah MacLean (review)
- The Undertaker’s Assistant By Amanda Skenandore (review)
- Nonna’s Corner: Don’t Drink The Pink By B.C.R. Fegan (review)
- Relative Fortunes By Marlowe Benn (review)
New Arrivals at the Caffeinated Cafe
Click to learn more: Never Have I Ever, Fledgling,
A special thank you to Audible
Around The Blogosphere
- 2019 #SULTRYLISTENERS NOMINATIONS ARE LIVE (JULY 19-29 2019) hosted by The Geeky Blogger and Hot Listens
- The blogging world wept this week. Grace @ Rebel Mommy Book Blog lost her battle to cancer on Wednesday. My heart goes out to her husband and children.
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Stefanie
I’ve been zooming through books it seems lately and today is a busy one with the kids and their teeth. The teen had to get her wires out and then I took them to the dentist for their appointments. Now they have to see her more often and brush more often. GTG and take the teen back to her ortho to get her wires put back in.
Lizzy
Hope things get better for you, you’ve been in my thoughts.
So sorry and sad to hear about Grace. :'( I can’t imagine what her family is going through.
Billy @ Coffee Addicted Writer
I’m sorry to hear about all your problems. A nice vacation sounds like an excellent idea. I hope you have a great week.
vvb
A break from things can do wonders. Hope yours is a good one. I’ll be going on one soon too.
Jan @ Notes from a Readerholic
I’m late to the Sunday Post party on Monday morning, but didn’t have internet yesterday!
I’m so sorry to hear things are still stressful. I hope it gets better soon and that going to Book Bonanza will be relaxing and fun. Take good care of yourself.
Tanya @ Rantings of a Reading Addict
I’m sorry you are going through a rough patch. If there’s anything I can do to help, let me know! Felicia added me to the FB message group for Book Bonanza. I’m not going to the con, but I think Anne asked for me to be added so I could meet up with you all if I get the chance. I have to check the dates of the con, because I can’t remember when it is. I hope I get to see everyone!
Lindsi
I’m sorry you’re going through something. July has been a horrible blogging month for me, since something personal happened and has been pretty distracting. I haven’t wanted to do anything, so I’ve thrown myself into activities with the kids. Seeing them happy makes me happy, and I can forget about everything else for a little while. Sending love and positive thoughts your way!
Lindsi @ Do You Dog-ear? ?
MarthaE
Sometimes a break helps when you are facing a lot of stress. And a book conference is always happy.
I hope things improve for you.
I have Fledgling from NetGalley. I enjoyed listening to the first book.
Take care. My prayers continue for you and your family.
Melanie Simmons
I hope things are getting at least a little better. I hope you’re able to enjoy a vacation at Book Bonanza. I wish I could go to book conference, but it wasn’t in the cards this year. We will see about next year. {{{hugs}}} My thoughts are with you
shooting
I think it’s a good idea to get away for a bit, and I hope that you are able to relax some and have fun. Take care of yourself though!! *hugs*
-Lauren
http://www.shootingstarsmag.net
Lark @ The Bookwyrm's Hoard
I’m glad you’re taking care of yourself, and Mr. Caffeinated is looking out for you. A trip to Book Bonanza sounds like a good break from the worries and stress.
I was so sad to hear about Grace. She was much too young. Cancer sucks.
Jessica at Booked J
Gutted to hear about Grace’s passing. My thoughts, too, are with her family and friends. The whole community is going to miss her. So heartbreaking.
I hope you have a nice time on your upcoming trip. Here’s to hoping it is relaxing, worthwhile and will take you away from any stress. If you need absolutely anything–no matter how mundane it is–let us know, okay? We’re all here for you.
Laurel-Rain Snow
The Book Charmer is on my radar…thanks for sharing Enjoy your week.
So sorry to hear about Grace. Our community will miss her.
sjhigbee
If you can get away, I think it might just give you a break that it sounds like you sorely need. Still thinking positive thoughts atcha…x
I have recently finished reading Changeling and thoroughly enjoyed it – so I’m interested to see that you have the second book in the series Fledgeling – and that it is available in audio.
Trish
A break away from your worries is always good. Hope it helps. I’ve been so sad for Grace and family since I heard the news. She was a huge part of The Sunday Post, we’ll all miss her.
Sam @literarycritique
A trip away should be good for you. I know when I went on a hiatus, I felt much better afterwards.
Mary Kirkland
I’m sorry you’ve been stressed out. I know how hard that can be on a person. I hope you have fun there.
Vi @Inkvotary
Your husband is a smart guy. I hope you will enjoy your mini-vacation even though it might be hard for you to go there.
Wishing you & your family all the best.
Vi
Leona
Sometimes taking a break from it call is the refresher button we need to keep pushing forward. It was so sad to hear about Grace, I’ll have her family and loved ones in my prayers.
LORI CASWELL
Sending hugs and prayers your way. I agree with your husband a mini-vacay can do wonders. .
(((hugs)))
Erica
Life certainly has a way of…well, rendering us speechless.
I am not familiar with the Book Bonanza. Be sure to relax a little and have fun at your own pace. 🙂
Lover of Romance
oh no darling….I am sorry to hear life has been so stressful for you. You need to take care of yourself and hope you get that self care time at the Book Bonanza!!! Much love and hugs your way.
Angela - Angel's Guilty Pleasures
Take care. I think it’s good you are keeping your plans and doing a mini-vacation. Hope you have fun. Have a good week.
Samantha
I’m so sorry to hear things are still so stressful. Hopefully a mini vaca to book bonanza will be good. Hugs!
Lillian @ Mom with a Reading Problem
Take that mini-vacation and enjoy your friends! Praying for you all during this time.
bookworm
Enjoy Book Bonanza and take care of yourself xo
Yvonne
I’m so sorry for all you are going through. A mini-vacation sounds like just the thing. I hope things get better soon for you!
Jennifer | Book Den
I’m glad you are still going to Book Bonanza. I hope you have a great time with friends and books.
Flora
Non-refundable and non-transferable must be fate’s way of saying that this upcoming trip to Book Bonanza is what you need, Kimberly. I’m glad you will be seeing your doctor and hope that something can be done to help.
Take care of yourself, I hope you can immerse yourself in a great read this week and enjoy the rest of your weekend. XxXx
A Voracious Reader
A mini-vacay is just what you need. Go forth and enjoy. We’re here for you. {{{posivibes}}} and {{{hugs}}}
Lola
I hope the mini vacation helps and you can take a break from it all. That’s good you have plenty of work and the weather has been good at least. Have a great week!
Suzanne @ The Bookish Libra
I hope that Book Bonanza will be a good break from all of the stress in your life. I also hope that the doctor can help on that front.
Sam@wlabb
Mr. Caffeinated is a brilliant man, and I am glad he encouraged you to take your trip. I am very sorry to hear you have so many things worrying you, but I do hope you have a wonderful trip.
Anne
I’m so sorry things have been rough for you. I AM looking so forward to seeing you at Book Bonanza. Today I will get the last load with a UHaul van. Yesterday, I cleared and vacuumed the second floor. Tomorrow the cleaners come and I need to take one more load to donate. But I felt such relief last night knowing I can actually finish today. I was getting worried. I’m behind on my ARCs but when I don’t have to spend most of the day hauling boxes I’ll catch up.
I hope this week is much improved for you. I’ve been enjoying the better weather this past week, for sure. A little warmer this week but not too bad. Happy reading!
Anne – Books of My Heart
Vicki
Sorry to hear you’re going through a tough time. I think the trip might be good for you as it will keep you busy. Sending you hugs!
Jessica @ a GREAT read
Sorry to hear about your troubles. I hope things get better for you soon. A vacation definitely sounds like a step in the right direction. I hope you will have a good time!
Nice new reads too! Totally new to me ones. I hope you enjoy them both!
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Julie
It might be difficult to relax, once your mind is at home, but you can try and see, maybe it is turns out really good!
Deb Nance at Readerbuzz
I’m very sad to hear about Grace. So young. I hope things resolve in your life and you are feeling better soon. Sending prayers.
Genesis @ Whispering Chapters
Aww I really hope the mini vacation will do you some good :/ I hope the visit tothe doctor helps you, too. Lots of hugs!
Tanya @ Girl Plus Books
I’m sorry to hear that things are still not good. Hopefully the getaway to Book Bonanza will take your mind of things for just a bit. Take care of yourself.
Gayathri
I hope you are having a more relaxed week ahead. My heart goes out to Grace’s family, which came out as quite a shocker.
Nicci @ Sunny Buzzy Books
The news about Grace was such a shock. My heart absolutely breaks for her husband and kids.
I don’t know what’s causing you such stress at the moment but I hope it resolves soon. In the meantime, I hope your doctor can help. Enjoy Book Bonanza, sometimes leaving your problems at the door and sinking into a good distraction can shore up your reserves and keep you smiling for a little while longer.
Ronyell (a.k.a Rabbitearsblog)
Awww….I hope you feel better soon…
Lexxie @ (un)Conventional Bookworms
The news about Grace broke me a little bit, so I can’t even start to imagine how hard it is for her family and close friends.
I will hug you and cheer you up in Dallas, my dear. And you also know I’m only a DM away if you want to chat, right?
Hugs
Tressa @ Wishful Endings
I saw a pic from Grace early in the week and was hoping she would pull through. I remember her blog from before I started mine and have commented back and forth over the years. I hope you do take some time to rest and regroup and things get better. Much love!
Lindy@ A Bookish Escape
I hope things get better Kim, and you are able to relax and enjoy your mini vacation with Mr. Caffeinated. So sad to hear about Grace. I’m saying a prayer for her family. Take care of yourself Kim. You’re in my thoughts.
Michelle @ In Libris Veritas
I’m sorry to hear about Grace, my thoughts are with her family.
I’m sending all the positive vibes your way, and hope the stress eases up soon. That little mini-vacation might be just what you need, a little bit of a breather away from your troubles.
Natalie @Natflix&Books
You continue to be in my thoughts. I hope the mini vacay is exactly what you need!
Rachel
I’m devastated to hear about Grace! I can’t believe it happened so fast. My heart goes out to her family! I’m sorry to hear you’re having troubles as well, Kimberly. I’m not sure what it is, but I hope you’re coping okay. A vacation from the stress sounds like a good idea. Take care!
Siran
I agree with mr. Caffeinated
At the very least it can’t hurt
Dani @ Perspective of a Writer
Awww so sad to hear she passed. I do hope your stress can be managed. It’s so hard on the body. YAY for book bonanza. I hope you do ,manage to tale a break and enjoy yourself.
Laura Thomas
How sad to hear about Grace. And I think Book Bonanza sounds like great stress relief. Take care of yourself, Kimberly:)
Greg
Aww hang in there Kimba. Sending positive vibes your way. And Book Bonanza sounds like a nice getaway. 🙂
So sad about Grace. My heart goes out to her family.
Take care and have a good week.