Welcome to The Weekend Post #154! 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 and Marlene of Reading Reality in her meme Stacking The Shelves.
My Week:
It’s been a heartbreaking week here in Vancouver. For those who may not have heard, a car sped through a pedestrian-only area during a Filipino street fair last Saturday night, killing 11 people and injuring many more. Our city has never experienced a tragedy of this scale, and it has deeply shaken us. I hope we never have to face anything like this again. My thoughts and prayers are with all those directly affected — I can only imagine the trauma of witnessing such an event, or being among the first responders on the scene.
On a personal note, I spent part of Wednesday in the Emergency Room with my mom after she began experiencing some troubling heart symptoms. She lives with a chronic heart condition and is currently 15 months into a 24-month wait to access a specialized clinic that could help her manage it more effectively. While the ER doctor was attentive and supportive, it’s incredibly frustrating to see her health decline while we wait for more specialized care.
On a lighter note, the weather in Vancouver has been beautifully warm and sunny, with the occasional evening shower to keep our gardens happy. And with Monday’s federal election behind us, we now have a new Prime Minister. Regardless of where one stands politically, I’m grateful the campaign is over and hopeful that we can move forward and focus on building a stronger future together.
Books I’ve Added to My Shelves This Week:
From Publishers, Netgalley, Edelweiss+ & Libro.fm:
In her heartwarming and hilarious debut, body-acceptance advocate and MEGABABE founder Katie Sturino introduces Sunny Greene, a 35-year-old recently divorced woman navigating body image, self-love, and the chaos of dating. With her brother’s wedding approaching and swimsuit shopping proving demoralizing, Sunny decides it’s time to embrace herself fully. Backed by her thriving PR business, a stylish Chelsea apartment, loyal friends, and her dogs, she sets out to reclaim her confidence and happiness. As she juggles a budding romance with a charming mailman, a promising business opportunity with a suave tycoon, and an ex who wants a second chance, Sunny’s journey is one of self-discovery, empowerment, and learning to love herself just as she is. Thank you to Drew at Macmillan Audio for the invitation to listen to this audiobook.
From The Library: None. I’ve declined a few I’ve had on hold to try and get through my already long TBR list first.
From Audible: None.
What I’m Watching:
I’m looking forward to starting to watch The Four Seasons this weekend on Netflix. This eight part series is the story of a friendship between three married couples who get away together each season and what happens when one of the couples decides to divorce. It stars Steve Carell, Tina Fey and Will Forte.
On The Blog This Week:
Eight Debut Novels to Read For Spring 2025
Review: The Other Side of Now by Paige Harbison
Can’t Wait Wednesday #136: Beach House Rules by Kristy Woodson Harvey
Who Wears it Better in May 2025?
This Post: The Weekend Post #154
Next Week On That Happy Reader:
It’s All About Travel for April 2025: Where Books Have Taken Me
Book Review: The Love Haters by Katherine Center
Can’t Wait Wednesday #137
Book Review: Dogged Pursuit by David Rosenfelt
Celebrity Book Club Picks for May 2025
The Weekend Post #155
That’s a wrap on The Weekend Post #154. How was your week?
I wish you a wonderful week ahead!
Jonetta | Blue Mood Café
I am heartbroken about the senseless tragedy in Vancouver. Words fail. I was overjoyed about your elections outcomes as the alternatives seemed to be the leaky lifeboat we’re currently in. I also hope your mother’s health improves.
Have a wonderful reading week, Jodie💜
thathappyreader
Thank you Jonetta. 🙏
mae
I hope your mother manages to get the help she needs. I think every system of medical care these days involves a lot of desperation waiting for an appointment.
best… mae at maefood.blogspot.com