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My reading (and listening) has slowed down this month and I read less than in June – mostly due to the numerous end-of-term activities, and the kids finishing school for the summer! I did manage five books, though, with three of those being for my book clubs, so I didn’t read much of my own choosing!
June was a slightly better reading month than May, in terms of quality, anyway. I managed six books again, with a couple of those being for book clubs. I also managed another book for my 12 books recommended by 12 friends reading challenge. I’m still behind, but I’m confident I’ll manage it!
May wasn’t a great reading month for me – both the amount and what I read. I only managed six books, and half of those were for my three book clubs. I also decided I’d better start one of my reading challenges: 12 books recommended by 12 friends. Last year, I read a different one each month, so I’m behind with this one already!
It’s a new year and a new chapter of books I read! I wonder if I can surpass last year’s number of 81? I have set my Goodreads goal to 87 books, so it’s not too many more. It may seem like a random number. In fact, it’s the average of the last two years (2023 and 2024) totals. It will also be a nice £87 in my pot for next year’s books!
Ever since I had COVID-19 in 2022 I’ve been suffering from longer-term health issues – “Long Covid” perhaps. The main one is fatigue, which began pre-Covid but has worsened over the last year or so. It may just be chronic fatigue syndrome but my GP isn’t being very helpful. Nowadays I can barely manage a day without a nap. It’s affected not only my health but my favourite hobbies.