So really, at this point in my month-long (or longer) reading slump, it should come as no surprise that I didn’t finish a single book this week. I did read a little bit, but I’m doing that thing where I pick up or download a book, read a little bit, pause or put it down… and then that’s it. I mean to got back to it. I may even be thoroughly enjoying it. And yet…. I just don’t. This happens to me at least once a year, so I’m just riding it out. As usual, I’ve got another illness and also have a flare up of back/nerve pain, so between that I’m not surprised I’m still down for the count when it comes to reading! Here’s hoping this week turns it around.
Just Shelved
Not a darn thing.
Currently Reading
I haven’t read the first two at all this week, I don’t think, but I did pick up The Year I Met My Brain one day in the car, and so far it’s really good. As most of you who have been here a while know, I was diagnosed with ADHD last year (if you missed it, you can read about it here). It’s been a journey learning about my condition, looking back over all the parts of my life that have been affected by it, and fighting to have it seen by those around me who have been frustrated by some of the symptoms that seemed to be personal flaws (distraction, ball dropping, not paying attention, not listening, trouble following through on tasks, disorganization, messiness, burn out…. etc etc). It’s an ongoing process and probably always will be. I suspect that some of my relationships will never adapt to allow for it, and that will be a continual source of frustration, disappointment and hurt. But books like this are wonderful because 1) they can help people understand a bit more of what’s going on inside the ADHD brain and 2) it reassures me that it’s not just me, that I’m not failing, that I’m doing the best I can while trying to work with a disability that makes things legitimately harder for me. This book, so far, echoes so many of the experiences I’ve had that it’s a little hard to read. But also excellent.
Up Next
I still plan to go back to these two – both are fantastic.
All of these are still on my TBR list and I’m still excited to pick them all up whenever this funk passes and I am able to read again!
That’s my week! What about you guys? Did you read any excellent books? Any on your up next list that you’re dying to get to? Have you read (or do you want to read) any of my picks?
A weekly post that encourages bloggers to share what they have read in the past week, what they’re currently reading and books they’ve recently added to their TBRs. Originally started by Sheila at Book Journey, it is now hosted by Kathryn at The Book Date.
Hope the funk passess, you do have some great books awaiting. But the thing is books wait! Sorry about your back issues and the ADHD would be no walk in the park to manage.
Aw, thank you! That is a very good point and one I often forget. They will wait for me! The back issues come and go a lot (I had surgery over a decade ago, and it’s sort of one of those things now!) and the ADHD has both its negative and positive points – I do love the hyperfocus! Thank you for stopping by and for your kind and supportive words!
Ah, The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating is such a lovely little book – she has the same disease my son and I have (ME/CFS), so her book is especially dear to me. Though I have never experienced ADHD, I do understand what you are going through with friends and family understanding your diagnosis and the impacts your condition has on your life. After 22 years, I still have family members who don’t get it (and never will!). I wish you peace and understanding as you continue your journey. And I hope you get your reading mojo back!
Sue
Book By Book
I didn’t know much about the combo if diagnoses (ME and CFS) before reading this book, and just how debilitating they can be. I’ve had so many medical issues – I had over a year of undiagnosed allergy/respiratory issues that I still think there’s more to than was diagnosed. It’s so difficult, especially when it’s a condition that isn’t well known and isn’t tied to a specific cause that people can understand – especially when it’s not a visible issue. It’s hard to explain to people, it’s hard to deal with the stress of uncertainty, and it’s really hard to figure out how to manage it and have it acknowledged. I’m sorry that you and your son are having to deal with this – I hope you are both in a better situation than Elizabeth Tova Bailey during this book? I hope that you guys are able to mostly live as you wish and do what you enjoy, and I also hope that you have support and understanding from those around you! Thank you!
My granddaughter was diagnosed with ADHD a few months ago, and the medicine she is taking is really helping her, she says.
Oh wow! I’m at nearly a year since diagnosis. Meds are difficult for me because I’m on so many that interact and I get side effects. So I’m on a very low dose – but even that has helped enormously with the overwhelmed feeling that was just a gnawing constant before. I’m glad she got a diagnosis and is feeling like the meds are making a positive difference for her!