It’s Monday! What Are You Reading, is where we gather to share what we have read this past week and what we plan to read this week. It is a great way to network with other bloggers, see some wonderful blogs, and put new titles on your reading list. Hosted by Sheila at Book Journey.
My, what a week. If any of you are on Twitter, you may have noticed my rather depressing tweets over the last week. I lost my keys (and no, I have not found them yet). Then we found out a few weeks ago that there was a possibility my husband may have lung cancer. (I don't know if I've ever mentioned this before on my blog, but last year he was diagnosed with brain cancer and we had to deal with all the treatments and such while I was pregnant. Luckily, he is cancer free now. And yes, it was a shock, my husband is 25 years old.) But, the scan for lung cancer came back clean. Then, found out my car required $1,500 in repairs to get it running on natural gas again (which isn't totally vital, but at $.97 a gallon for gas, it's cheaper), ran out of gas on the freeway, and my grandfather passed away. So, I'm kind of feeling a little overwhelmed. But, I have very good friends, family, and an understanding employer. And, a lot of things happened last week that restored my faith in the goodness of mankind. I'm going to make it just fine.
Now, with that out of the way, here's what happened with reading last week.
Currently Reading:
The Knife of Never Letting Go
by Patrick NessRead:
Mistwood
by Leah Cypes (Review)Claire De Lune
by Christine Johnson (Review coming this week)Up Next:
Linger
by Maggie StiefvaterThis World We Live In
by Susan Beth PfefferThe Demon King
by Cinda Williams Chima (audiobook)Contest Winners:
Signed Wings and Spells: Christina/Book Addict
Twilight Tammy Jewelry Set: Mystee
Aww Emily, here's a big hug for you! It's been a crazy and trying week for you. I can't imagine that your husband was diagnosed with brain cancer and he's only 25. I'm 25 as well and it must have been quite scary. I really hope you're feeling better now. I hope books have comforted you because you have some pretty good ones in your list.
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sorry to hear about that bad week and hope that its gets better. yeah for the no cancer.sending hugs.
Wow, when it rains - it pours! So sorry about all the recent stress. I'm very happy that your husband's scan was clean. How frightening for you both. My condolences for the passing of your grandfather.
ReplyDeleteI hope this week will be easier on all fronts. Enjoy your reading and I hope your keys turn up soon.
((((((((((( hugs ))))))))))))
ReplyDeleteYou did have a rough week and I am glad that things are looking up. That is great news about your husband.
Great books ahead for you :)
Nice list of books! At least there is something good going on! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteRight now I am reading Fragile Eternity by Melissa Marr, and I have a whole slew of books I just bought to get to! Too many to list!
Boy, you've been through it. Lots of thoughts coming your way.
ReplyDeleteOh gosh (((((EMILY))))) what a week...your in my contented thoughts! I HOPE this week is WAY better than last week!!!
ReplyDeleteWow! Major *hugs* to you - that is an insanely tough week, I"m surprised (but happy) that you're still posting. I'm excited for your review of Claire de Lune, I've heard mixed things about it and would be interested on your take.
ReplyDeleteTake care of yourself - you and your family are in our thoughts.
I know a little how you feel-not the same, of course-but when we were 25 my husband had ALL(acute lymphoblastic leukemia). He recovered after a bone marrow transplant, and while we were waiting for the transplant one of our best friends died in a car accident. We also had a lot of fertility issues, and life was pretty crazy and hectic for awhile.
ReplyDeleteI am beyond relived for you that your husband's scan came back clean, but I am sure the scare of cancer's return was very draining.
Well, I realize that I am rambling, but I wanted to let you know that you are not alone, that not everyone can relate to it, but maybe some can a little.
Here's hoping things slow down you and your family!
I have always wanted to read Shiver. I hope you enjoy Linger.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh did you have a bad week, however I am very please to read your husband does not have lung cancer, you must have been very worried! I am amazed you got anything read last week. My this week prove better and less stressful. Happy reading. My Monday, if you get time, is here: http://www.rundpinne.com/2010/06/its-monday-what-are-you-reading-21-june.html
ReplyDeleteWow what a week! I hope things get better for you soon. Best wishes to you and your family!
ReplyDeleteBig virtual hug for you - hoping this week is much better! If I had known before I would have got a luminary in your husbands honour at the Relay for Life for Cancer I took part in this weekend!
ReplyDeleteOOF! You have had some crazy happenings. I hope things settle down soon for you and your hubby. Thank goodness the cancer test came back negative. So sorry to hear about your grandpa.
ReplyDeleteSorry about your week, sounds awful! You have some great books to get stuck in to though, enjoy!
ReplyDeleteHopefully things will settle down for you this week. And at least you got some good news about your hubby this week.
ReplyDeleteHope you enjoy your reading week at least!
I'm sorry things have been so rough! I hope this week goes much better for you, and that if nothing else, reading proves to be the ideal escape!
ReplyDeleteYou have had a rough week. So glad your husband was given a clean bill of health. Brain cancer at 25! How very scary. So sorry about your Grandfather. Big ((Hugs)) for you. I hope this week treats you better.
ReplyDeleteSorry about all the sadness. I'm glad the hubby is ok. Good with everything! I'm reading some good stuff this week. Almost done with Johnny Tremain. It's pretty good for historical fiction.
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