Welcome to The Sunday Post #63! The Sunday Post is a weekly meme hosted at Caffeinated Reviewer. It’s a chance to share news~ A post to recap the past week on your blog and showcase books and things we have received. Share news about what is coming up on our blog for the week ahead. See rules here: Sunday Post Meme. I will also be joining Deb at Readerbuzz for the Sunday Salon.
My Week:
It’s been a lovely week weather-wise! The temperatures are seasonal and it’s wonderful to be outside. We are expecting a few showers Sunday night into Monday and these are very needed. We are having another incredibly dry summer after a dry spring and the powers that be are watching our water supply closely. You can certainly tell those homes that disregard our lawn watering restrictions and choose instead to have the beautiful lush green lawn. Are there watering restrictions where you are?
On Wednesday, we received some good news regarding my Dad’s health which was so very welcome. Later that day however, I ended up taking my Mom to the Emergency Room to get sutures after a mishap in the kitchen. I’m getting to visit her daily right now to do her dressing changes and check on the incision. Both my parents are strong and determined and with a little help are remaining independent well into their eighties.
What I Read This Week:
Next Week I Hope To Read:
What I’m Watching:
The Emmy nominations came out this week which reminded us of a series we wanted to watch: Succession. I know we’re late to the game but we started watching it this week and believe it will be one we will both enjoy. Here’s the trailer:
On The Blog This Week:
Book Review: Hello Stranger by Katherine Center
Can’t Wait Wednesday #47: Between Us by Mhairi McFarlane
Book Review: The Five-Star Weekend by Elin Hilderbrand
Who Wears it Better in July 2023?
This Post: The Sunday Post #63
Next Week On That Happy Reader:
Monday Matters #53
Book Review: A Little Ray of Sunshine by Kristan Higgins
Can’t Wait Wednesday #48
Book Review: Love Me Do by Lindsey Kelk
Can’t Miss Book Releases for August 2023
Stacking The Shelves #53
The Sunday Post #64
That’s a wrap on The Sunday Post #62. I wish you a wonderful week ahead!
JamieAdStories
I only just started to watch Succession last week too. I am up to episode 8 and addicted. Great book covers!
thathappyreader
Great minds think alike Jamie! Thanks for reading.
Samantha
I might have to check out succession-I am out of shows to binge!
thathappyreader
I hope that you enjoy it Samantha!
Jonetta | Blue Mood Cafe
One warning about Succession… I decided to check it out when so much fuss was being made about the series finale. Thought I’d watch a couple of episodes. Next thing I know, I’m on season 2! I binged the entire series over two weeks. It’s addictive.
Enjoy💜 Have a great week, Jodie!
thathappyreader
Thanks for the warning Jonetta! I need to space out the episodes since it doesn’t look like we’re likely to get any new shows anytime soon with the strikes!
Drew Alexander Ross
Hope your Mom is feeling better asap!
I’m pretty sure there are restrictions in Los Angeles over water usage for lawns, but I’m not sure haha. Lots of lush green lawns here.
I need to watch Succession too at some point! Looks amazing. Great recaps as always, Jodie!
thathappyreader
Thank you very much Drew!
Cindy's Book Corner
Sorry to hear about your mom! But, glad she is okay. All the covers of the books you shared are so pretty. Have a great week!
thathappyreader
Thank you Cindy!
Lisa
Lovely to hear good news about your Dad but sorry to hear about your Mom’s mishap! There’s never a dull moment is there.
thathappyreader
There certainly isn’t! Thanks for reading Lisa!
Anne - Books of My Heart
It’s great you can help your parents a bit and so they can be independent. My mom did fine until 92 when she broke her hip, then she just couldn’t manage anymore on her own. She was even still driving well until then! We are about the same heat as always for July-August but we are getting more rain. It’s good for the garden but means more mowing in the heat.
Anne – Books of My Heart This is my Sunday Post
thathappyreader
I’m sorry to hear that Anne. Watching our parents age is both a blessing and a challenge.
Terrie @ Bookshelf Journeys
I tried Succession – it wasn’t for me. We don’t have official water restrictions, but Seattle is generally fairly environmentally aware, so there aren’t all that many green yards around here. I do water my flowers, but we let the grass go; who wants to mow it anyway??? 🙂 Have a terrific week.
Terrie @ Bookshelf Journeys
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thathappyreader
Thanks Terrie! I hope you have a great week too!
Deb Nance at Readerbuzz
I feel so lucky to be able to enjoy life with my dad, active and healthy at 96. I’m glad your parents have been able to be independent into their eighties.
Succession is new to me, so I’ll take a look.
thathappyreader
That’s wonderful that you Dad remains healthy at 96! Thanks for reading!
Erin @ Cracker Crumb Life
I have heard good things about Succession! We will have to add it to our list!
I am glad to hear that you got good news about your dad although sorry that your mom ended up in the ER. Hope all are doing well now. 🙂
thathappyreader
Thank you Erin!
Aj @ Read All The Things!
I’m glad you’ve been having good weather! It was 97 degrees here yesterday, and it will be hotter today. I’m not looking forward to it. 🙁
thathappyreader
No I wouldn’t be either. I hope you can stay cool AJ.
Carla
I’m so happy for your family getting good news about your father, that is always a time to celebrate. I have heard good things about succession, but I’m just not sure if it is for me or not. I have gone back to watching Outlander as I only ever watched the first two seasons. Have a wonderful week, Jodie.
thathappyreader
Thank you Carla! I hope you’re having a great week too!