Greetings all. Well we (my country) have had a very sobering week as part of the country was badly damaged by a cyclone that really caused a lot of damage in the areas it hit. Watching the news each night is heartbreaking. Some amazing tales though of very brave rescues of people by ordinary folk helping others out. And then sad loss of life as well. Still many people not yet contacted – roads, bridges, electricity and communications totally wiped. Can you imagine living with everything gone. It’s too big to grasp.
In my area we had a 6.3 earthquake just off the coast where I live a few days later. It sure shook us up, but no damage. Phew! It felt like we were let off big time.
What I read last week:
I enjoyed The Light We Carry although I liked her first book more, but still really good. The Vibrant Years was about three generations of women and the backbone that each of them strengthen during the book. A little slow but worth the read.
What I am reading now:
A review book, not sure if it is to my taste but keeping me reading.
And I am listening to… this book which is a reread as I reread through the Goddess Anonymous series.
Up next:
Not sure at this stage what I will pick up. Something light I think so I will search my shelves to see what fits that.
Last Week’s Posts
The Book Date 
I have been following what is going on with New Zealand and am so glad to hear that you are okay with no damage. It’s so tragic. I read No River Too Wide last year and it reminded me just why Emilie Richards is one of my favorite authors. I really enjoyed it and need to read the rest of the Goddesses Anonymous series.
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So sorry your country went through this cyclone. I have 2 French students there, so I’m sure I’m going to hear lots of details this week.
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Oh wow, between the weather and an earthquake you’ve been through a lot! I hope things calm on all fronts, Kathryn.
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So very sorry to hear about the natural disasters in your country recently! I’m glad you are OK and didn’t suffer much. I’d definitely like to listen to The Light We Carry.
Hope you enjoy your books this week, and your country recovers from these recent disasters quickly.
Sue
Book By Book
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I’m so sorry about the cyclone that has caused so much damage! I’m glad you are safe, though the news of others is heartbreaking! Take good care!
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I’m so glad you are safe, but sad for the destruction and live’s lost. Cyclones and earthquakes are so scary and devastating. 😦
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Hi Kathryn! I am so sorry to hear about the cyclone. I missed that on the news. I’m glad you had no damage from the earthquake. YIKES!! I have Michelle’s book on my wish-list to read soon. {{Hugs}} ~smile~ Roseanne
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Roseanne I was lucky not to be living in the cyclone’s wake, so many weather events these days that we all miss hearing about most of them, unless they are close.
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Light reading is a good choice as a counterbalance to the sadness over the tragic news. I’ve not been paying attention to any news, as we’ve all been got up in oohing and ahhing over our first grandchild. It is sobering to hear, and makes me feel ashamed that I don’t keep myself better informed! I hope there will be plenty of aid to the devastated area!
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A new grand child, how delicious and important. New life is so wonderful and of course its right to stop and appreciate and enjoy. it.
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It is heartbreaking to learn of the losses. I am glad you and family were save after the earthquake. I hope this is a better week for you with Happy Reading!
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So sorry to hear about the destruction and loss of life in your country. Mother Nature has a bad temper at times. I am so glad you and your family are safe.
The Vibrant Years sounds good. Hope you have a lovely reading week.
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I’m so sorry for all you’ve been going through. I’m glad to hear you are safe. I’m hoping to eventually read the Obama book. Maybe listen on audio. Hope you have a great week!
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Glad you are safe despite the horrible natural disasters that hit your area.
Good luck figuring out what to read next. Hope you enjoy it whatever it is.
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I’m glad to know you’ve escaped any effects but saddened to learn of the destruction around you.
Wishing you a great reading week, and no more natural disasters!
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Indeed Shellyrae!
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An earthquake and a cyclone- wow! I’m glad you are well, and my prayers and well wishes go out to those affected.
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Yikes! Earthquakes are scary…I’ve only been in one that I actually felt and that was enough. I’m glad to hear that you are safe, but those impacted by the cyclone are in my prayers.
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So sad about the tragedies in your country! Stay safe.
I am looking forward to reading the new Michelle Obama book.
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