This time of year calls for slowing down.
Candles.
Extra cups of coffee.
Reflection.
I still watch a decent amount of BookTube, but I have always (and continue to struggle) with videos where people spoil books in their reviews. Unless I've already read the book, I have stopped watching reviews unless it's a trusted source who I know to be someone who discusses the themes and not the entire plot- if there is a plot.
I only get a few hoopla credits each month from my library, and of course Libby still reigns supreme; however, the 6 month wait on any worthy novel pushes me into the arms of the kobo.com store.
I am definitely someone who feels comforted while scrolling through book titles and making lists of potential books to read.
Autumn Simplicity
As a re-reading expert (self proclaimed of course), this time of year with it's rustling leaves and dark days, just calls me back to my physical and digital bookshelves to re-read my favorites of all time.
My melancholic INFJ personality calls to the deep experience of a complex read that contains universal themes of human nature that are timeless.
My Autumn simple plans include evening with soy-wax candles, my kobo color, kindle (but don't get new books on this), and a stack of my favorite novels. All these and a physical stack of books.
Some may say this is a bit much, but it doesn't matter. It works for my soul. I have to read what calls to me.
Recent Library Digital Acquisitions
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| really enjoying this so far |
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| looking forward to this one next |
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| I got this one as text from hoopla |
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| I have this on audio from libby |
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| literally forgot this was on hold |
Tea and Slow Nights
This week I will be cutting off working on the computer, caregiving duties as best I can, and all house chores at an early hour.
There's always something else to be done. With that knowledge I will be sitting in my reading chair with my favorite tea, or decaf coffee, my stock of books and ereaders and tuning out this insane world.
I invite you to join me.
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