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Sara here!
This week has been full of unfortunate events. After soccer practice on Monday, I ended up brutally bruised. Let’s just say I received a ball to the face and the stomach, got kicked in the shin, and was accidentally crushed by two agile, built, and tall boys (did I mention I’m only 5’1?). To make matters worse, I injured my knee! On Tuesday, I received the life-ending news that because of my knee injury, I could not play soccer until it healed. I’ve been chained to my bed since with unbearable pain. The next day, on Wednesday, the pills I was taking to help with the pain had a negative effect on my body; I spent the whole day with a raging headache, nausea, and low blood pressure. With so much going on, I forgot that I had a date on Thursday and did not call beforehand to cancel… I’m ashamed to say I stood a boy up… (accidentally)… For this whole crappy lovely week, I’ve been stressed out and immobile. Thanks, knee!
But worry not! With all the time I’ve had on my hands, I’ve been devouring books. If it wasn’t for my never-ending TBR, I would be bored and frustrated out of my mind.
this week’s stack of pretties (links lead to Goodreads)
PURCHASED
The Iron King by Julie Kagawa | Spelled by Betsy Schow | Book of Speculation by Erika Swyler
I purchased these as eBooks since I am out of the country and my traveling buddy is my Nook. My parents are in another country at the moment and they were so concerned when I told them about the knee injury that they allowed me to make a few purchases. A few… ha…
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Was your week better than mine? I want to hear all about it!
About Sara
I’m Sara, a Colombian teenager with a never-ending enjoyment for reading. I’m a Netflix and Disney enthusiast and my monumental obsession is coffee.
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So sorry to hear about the knee injury. Sometimes the doctors give us the wrong medicine. I hope it heals up. Glad to hear that you got some reading done.
Grace @ Books of Love
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I’m much better now, so thank you! I’m getting lots of reading done and I couldn’t be happier.
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I’m so sorry you had such a terrible week, Sara. :( I’ve never busted a knee or anything, but I fractured my arm a few years back because of this stupid thing I did, and I couldn’t eat or write like a normal person for one week. >_< I hope you feel better soon!
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I once fractured my elbow and I also couldn’t eat or write like normal person, haha. Thank you!
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That sounds rough (literally)! Sorry your week was so horrible :O! I hope you enjoy The Iron King and Spelled (I LOVE ‘EM!)
Have a wonderful day :)
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It’s alright. Reading has made my week much better! You have a wonderful day too :)
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Ouch. I’m sorry all those things happened to you. I played soccer when I was on elememtary school, but I quickly lost my interest. Good thing your parents let you buy a FEW books, haha.
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I love soccer so much, so not being able to play and exercise is driving me nuts. And haha, little do my parents know I bought more than 20, oops.
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More than 20?!? O_O Lol, I’d love to see their faces when they figure out. xD
P.S.: Those books better be good.
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They’ll probably ground me for it but no punishment can honestly be worse than having a knee injury and being in bed all day. They ARE good, or so I hope x)
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Oh no Sara! I hope your knee is feeling much better, its sucks that you’ve had such a horrible week, but I’m glad that you were able to read more! Here’s hoping next week is lot better for you! :)
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Thanks so much! Today I was able to walk a short distance without feeling too tired so that’s a major improvement.
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THAT SOUNDS AWFUL. At least you’ve got some good books to get you through it ;) Not being able to do anything would send me crazy though.
I hope it gets better soon!
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I’m going a bit crazy myself but these books are keeping me sane. Thanks you, Emily!
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UGH. Worst week ever. I hope your knee heals up fast. Omg. D: I AM SO SORRY FOR YOU!! And I’m also 5’1 and have had my share of being walked over on the soccer field. -_- Seriously, we’re not mere blimps? PEOPLE OPEN YOUR EYES AND DO NOT TRAMPLE US. *feeds you consoling chocolate* HOPE NEXT WEEK IS BETTER.
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Being 5’1 sure has its perks but definitely not on the soccer field. We’re like tiny ants running. THANK YOU, CAIT!
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I hope you’re feeling much better soon! Knee injuries suck, but negative reactions to drugs are just as bad. Boo! I hope all the new books helped, a little :)
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I am feeling much better so thank you very much! :) My books definitely helped me from going insane with boredom.
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Gaaaah I flinched when I read you hurt your knee. I could vividly imagine the pain and it sounds awful! I hope you recover soon and have the chance to play again. And I think that boy would understand just tell him! :)
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The pain was intense and unbearable but it’s gotten much better now. I can’t wait to get out on the field again! And I actually talked to him and explained what was going on and he felt so bad that he brought me flowers. It was nice :’)
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Aww, you poor thing! What a terrible, terrible week. I hope that you are feeling better asap. Drink up your chicken soup and rest up. Least you’ll have more time to read now…
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I’ve been drinking lots of soup, putting lots of ice on my knee, resting, and reading. It’s been a hectic week.
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I hope it is getting better then! *hugs*
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I’m so sorry about your knee! Injuries are the worst, especially when it means you can’t do what you love anymore (for a little while). Hopefully you’ll be back to playing again soon! <3
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They are the worst. I’m desperate to get back to playing soccer. But I am gradually getting better so thank you, Myrthe!
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So sorry about the knee -That stinks – Feel better soon! But YAY for books – The Book of Speculation is one I really want to read so looking forward to see what you think!
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Thank you, Grace! I can’t wait to read it and share my thoughts! :)
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Oh gosh, I hope you’re feeling better. xD That sounds like the WORST. Heh, I can TOTALLY relate to being so short; I am pretty much that height, too. (ISN’T IT THE WORST!?) Still — looks like you’ve gotten some great books this week. Feel better soon. xx
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I am feeling much better :) BEING SHORT IS THE WORST, I AGREE. But yes, I’ve been enjoying my books :) Thank you!
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So terrible about your knee! I myself have ongoing knee issues, so I kinda know what you’re going through. I hope your knee heals alright and you’re ready to get back on the field!
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I hope so, too! Thank you Alexa :) & I hope your knee issues get resolved.
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Oh my god I am sending you positive healing vibes your way. I hope this knee injury of yours gets better (and soon) because those injuries suck (well al injuries suck but you know what I mean).
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I’m definitely getting those vibes since I’m much better now, haha. They do suck but thank you! :)
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oi! Feel better soon, Sara! Enjoy your books and hopefully this coming week will be uneventful for you
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Thank you! I hope so too & I am enjoying them very much.
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Oh no Sara! I’m sorry to hear about your week D: Sending prayers and good thoughts your way for a speedy recovery and that all your meds will work better <3
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Thank you, Kayla! I really appreciate it :)
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A BALL TO THE FACE? Good God, Amy. You don’t do things by halves!!! Also, you little heartbreaker standing someone up ;) LOL.
I hope your face isn’t all smushy now and the meds aren’t making you more loopy than you are already.
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Ahhh Sara!!!!*** Not Amy. GAH. I am not on the ball today. Clearly I’m not used to Amy having co-bloggers yet *slaps forehead*
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Haha, it’s alright! But I’m much better now, so thank you :)
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I’m sorry to hear about your injuries. I hope you feel better soon.
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I am feeling better! Thank you, Angela!
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Ahhh I hope you health get’s better soon. The books you got this week are great though, hope you enjoy em! ;)
~Kaitlin
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I’m better now! & I have been enjoying my books to the max. Thank you, Kaitlin!
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I’m sorry you had to endure that week. *all the frowny faces* I hope you’re better now! This week has been alright so far, I got a lot of post outlines typed!
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Thank you, I’m feeling better now! I’m glad you’re having an alright week :)
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Oh man, so sorry to hear about the knee injury – that sounds monstrously painful, and I’m sending so many good health vibes your way :( I do hope the lovely book haul made up for it, though – those are some beautiful books, so hopefully they’ll take your mind off the pain slightly! xx
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The books have definitely helped. I’m proud to announce I can finally get back up and exercise gradually, yay! Thanks for the vibes :)
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