I'm Reading
I finished reading The Space Between Worlds over the weekend and I thoroughly enjoyed it. As I mentioned last week sci fi isn't my normal genre, but I have read 4 sci fi books over the last couple of months and I still have a couple more on my stack.
I then started reading Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe by Heather Webber for the Cook the Books bookclub. I read one book as part of this bookclub last year, and I intended to read more, but for whatever reason I lost track. Now, I am all set for at least the next three selections. As for this book, I was hooked from page 2. The story so far reminds me a bit of Sarah Addison Allen's story with their magical realism elements and lot of baking! I am looking forward to reading more.
I'm Watching
My son is now 22 years old and when he isn't at work or basketball he is basically in his room. We don't really see him much except for when dinner is ready. So when he asked if we wanted to watch anime series Attack on Titan we said yes, never expecting that we would end up watching it over several nights last week. I think we have 3 or 4 episodes left to go in the first series, and we will keep watching if it means that it will keep him outside of his room for a while!
Life
Today we have been told that we will remain in lockdown until at least 2 September, and that the restrictions will be even tighter from tonight. The curfew that was in place this time last year has been reinstated, thanks mostly to those individuals within society that can't abide by the rules.We saw it for ourselves yesterday when we went for a walk to a local park and there were lots of people there standing around chatting in big groups whereas you are supposed to only be leaving home for exercise or a couple of other reasons. It sound crazy that restrictions are tightening given that we are still only having 20 or so cases a day here in Victoria, but we will do what we have to and stay at home.
We do have another trip planned to go to Canberra in mid September, but it is looking unlikely that we are going to get to go there which I think will be our fourth cancelled trip. We have pretty much gotten to the point that there is no much point in actually planning anything. When restrictions ease we will just make the decision to go somewhere and then go within a couple of days.
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Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe looks yummy!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry so many people can't follow the rules and put everyone else at risk! Stay safe.
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There's quite a few tasty treats mentioned so far Laurel-Rain
DeleteMidnight at the Blackbird Cafe sounds good.
ReplyDeleteAt least Andrews is willing to hold the line. I don’t think NSW will be in a position to lift the 7 day lockdown on Friday but probably will anyway.
Wishing you a great reading week
It's good so far Shelleyrae!
DeleteSorry to hear about your new restrictions. We have lots of new cases here too - also mostly among those who don't think rules apply to them. Come see my week here. Happy reading!
ReplyDeleteAnd then those will be the people who complain a lot too right Kathy?
DeleteYes the Heather Webber book reminded me of Sarah Addison Allen too. So sorry about Melbourne/Victoria. Every country has those people who are selfish and really are responsible for this getting so bad.
ReplyDeleteI just checked Sarah Addison Allen's website and it sounds like there's a new book coming soon. I hope so.
DeleteI’m always looking for Sarah Addison Allen type books.
ReplyDeleteMy 23 year old son sounds like yours! Lol, but he’s still in school instead of work.
yes, I am sure I am not the only parent who has similar issues!
Deleteisn't it annoying that people won't do the right thing???! all the best to you in lockdown.
ReplyDeleteIt most definitely is annoying Sherry!
DeleteGood luck with continued lockdown! I'm glad that we're not in that place anymore here in Arizona, but we are suffering the consequences. Lots of people here are getting sick, particularly those who aren't vaccinated and refuse to wear masks. It's sad.
ReplyDeleteThere are suggestions that we will be still in lockdown for another few months yet. God I hope so.
DeleteI'm sorry you've had to cancel your upcoming trip. We have also decided against driving from Oregon to Tennessee (to visit our daughter). Our numbers are going through the roof and it's just not wise to be traveling right now. I wish this wasn't the case, but those who choose not to get vaccinated will only prolong this situation. Ugh/Argh/Sigh!
ReplyDeleteUgh/Argh/Sigh is about right Les!
DeleteI am glad you enjoyed The Space Between Worlds. I keep hearing good things about it. I am so sorry to hear about having to cancel yet another trip. I hope the lockdown helps lower your cases. I hope you have a good week, Marg. Take care and stay safe.
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