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Book Buying Addicts Anonymous
That doesn't mean I'm not tempted :)
omg Dhes! That is pure and utter bull!of course...free pass!
Bekah, I feel ur pain for the textbooks.As for book buying...sad to say, I had bought three books yesterday...and given that I have to read my textbooks, I'm unlikely to read them until I have "free" time...whenever that is.
Hi! I'm Christine. I currently have 100+ books on my TBR bookcase, but find myself searching several sites to get 'the best deal'.I had to talk myself out of going to Half-Price Books this morning in order to do some much needed laundry, so instead I used a B&N coupon to order a book online.
I need help!
Hi Christine!!! You've come to the right place!! The first step is admitting to your problem. :-) Next time you feel like buying a book, stop, and come post here!We'll support you!
Okay, I can do that. ... I think. *sigh* I hope I can do that.
I feel like a buying a book! Wings is available on the Goodreads book swap and I really want it. It's been on my wishlist for a while. *headdesk*Must. Not. Buy.
Christine, will you be able to look at yourself in the mirror and know you did the right thing if you buy it?Dhes <--- queen of tough love.
ok, breathe...how does the bookswap work? Because if its like paperback swap, then you can get it cuz you're not technically BUYING...
Wait, does postage count as paying for a book?
I assume it does since you're still paying money to acquire a book. But I'm resisting! I don't need it!@Bekah - You pay the postage, which the swapper uses to mail the book. It's the opposite of PBS, which I'm a member of, btw.
Christine wrote: "I assume it does since you're still paying money to acquire a book. But I'm resisting! I don't need it!"Yes, I agree then. I'm not getting anything through pbs because I can't pay postage, according to my resolution. I can't put out any money to obtain the book.
I still have 6 credits on my PBS so I still don't have to "purchase" a book on there yet.
ooh...see I got all my credits BEFORE the book ban started...cuz yes I figured postage would count as buying a book! I have 8 credits!!!
Oh, sure, Bekah. But you said the amazon gift card I got for Christmas couldn't count. I see how you are.
Hah. I have 8 credits left on PBS.
lol... I said it counted in your bday month! Uhoh crap...didn't think about that. Ok um...I won't use my credits until my bday month.
Fair?
crap crap crap crap!didn't think about that!
CRAP!
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I know right, Bekah? CRAP indeed!!! At least with ebooks, there's no postage charges.***Deeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeep breath***
We're going to be just fine!
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Yeah, it sucks though cuz I was hoping to use those credits as sort of a small buzz throughout the months...too bad my bday isn't in like july or something....now imma go 9 months without purchasing a gd book!we WILL be fine.
:-)
I've been pretty lucky with my first books of the new year...pretty good reads!
Thank you ladies for the entertainment I have had in the last 10 minutes by reading this thread!! You all crack me up! I HAVE A BEEF with MY NO BOOK BUYING RESOLUTION!!
I have read a couple amazing books from the library that I just know I will want to re-read over and over, but I don't own because I thought I would be clever and not buy books! How dumb am I!!
Also I found an ancient Lisa Kleypas book for only $8.00 that I am planning on buying and I will not let myself feel bad about it at all!
Becky wrote: "Also I found an ancient Lisa Kleypas book for only $8.00 that I am planning on buying and I will not let myself feel bad about it at all!"I can see your point there.
And I forgot that I actually DID buy a book yesterday online, for my mom.
She's super sick right now and very worried about dying. She asked me if I could find
and I did. I ordered it and paid for it, but had it delivered to their house. I'm not counting that one, either.I feel so sad for her :( We don't get along great, but she's still my mommy and I don't want her to die.
Thanks, Becky. She's been a heavy smoker for the past 60 years. She takes aspirin everyday and her blood is really thin. She bleeds and bruises really easily and is confined to a wheelchair now. I can see why she's so worried. I wish I could comfort her in some way, so if reading this book will put her mind at ease, then I'm not going to deny her that bit of peace.
Oh man Dhes, I hope she is fine and gets better! My thoughts are with you and her!
Thanks, Bekah. I don't think she'll be ok. I think that this is probably it for her. We'll have to pray for a miracle, if it's God's will. Her brother just passed away a couple months ago, just before Thanksgiving I think.
Keep us updated and of course, I'm here for you!
Bekah wrote: "Hi Christine!!! You've come to the right place!! The first step is admitting to your problem. :-) Next time you feel like buying a book, stop, and come post here!We'll support you!"
I have no problem....buying books in the grocery store, online, at library sales, book shops...
Nope, no problem AT ALL!
Thanks, Bekah. That means a lot to me.
Dhes (((((((huuugss)))))))))!!!my thoughts and prayers are with you and her!!. She sure is blessed to have a great caring daughter!!
i ditto Beckah, let us know how it goes.
Atumn.
Thank you, Atumn. It feels like I'm being pulled in every which direction, trying to take care of my own family here, and helping them out, too.She's really worried. She's going through old emails, deleting things, cleaning things out... she's getting ready to die and it breaks my heart.
Dhes, i can slightly understand the helpless feeling of your situation. Myself being in the medical field,ppl would assume we have the answers.. when there is nothing but what God`s will. Regretfully my family is going tru something very similar.. :( and again is my desire to help.. when i know all i can do is love with all that i got.. because in my case, there is nothing that can be done.. just wait.I hope with all my heart that your mothers feels better. nothing is written in stone Dhes. She might reacting out of fear, all very understandable.Just let her know she is not alone, and that she is loved unconditionally.
((((((warm huugs))))))))
we are here for you!!
Oh, Dhes, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. *HUGS*Your mom would not be wanting to be a burden for when the time comes, as it must for all of us. It's so heartbreaking to hear that she's clearing out her stuff, but she'll be wanting to feel some control over whatever aspects she can, since she might feel that the she doesn't have much control over her illness. I pray that she improves and has many more quality years to come, for her and all your family's sake. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your mom, Dhes.
My dad is only 65 and he has a brain condition that is affecting his motor abilities. He can't walk without the aid of a walker now. We lost my brother almost 4 years ago now and I feel like the dad I knew died that day, too. Heck, who I was then died that day, too. Dad's health deteriorated significantly after my brother passed and now he keeps wishing he was dead and is making my mum miserable. It breaks my heart. I'm not close to my dad and my parents live in another country, but I feel so helpless and sad knowing he feels and is behaving this way. He is just wishing and waiting to die and being bitter and miserable.
So, Dhes, painful though it is, your mum must have great strength to want to "face" death by considering the afterlife and getting things in order, since, mostly, all of us would prefer to not think about this and run away from facing it. None of us can control death, but we can control how we deal with it. Dhes, your supporting her in her LIFE, in whatever way, will mean a lot to your mother. I hope she will also focus on LIFE. Bless you. *more HUGS*
And yes, we're here for you! XOXO
Thank you, Atumn and Lady Jayne. Your words mean more than I can express. My great grandmother died when I was 27, my grandmother when I was 34, and now watching my mom prepare for it is hard. I'm not going to tell her to stop, because it's her way of coping, and regardless of how much it hurts me, if it's helping her, that's what matters most.My daughter crocheted a cape, a shoulder wrap for her and we took it up to them tonight. My dad kept looking like he wanted to say something to me, but never did. I plan to call him in a couple days and find out if they know something, absolutely, that they're not telling us.
Knowing that I have friends, both online and off, who are here for me, means so much. The past few weeks I've been especially distracted and not sleeping well. Too much on my mind, but I still need to find out what's going on with them and keep doing whatever I can to help.
I'll probably take some meals up to them this week, they live about an hour away. My mom and dad like my cooking, and it'll be nice for them to not have to worry about anything other than reheating something.
Thanks again, Becky, Bekah, Atumn and Lady Jayne. It helps to have people to talk to.
Dhes, I'm sure your mom loved the shoulder wrap from her granddaughter and that both your parents will appreciate some lovely meals cooked by their precious daughter. So sweet. I know it's easier said than done, but please take care of yourself, too, and I hope you can get good rest, though I know it's hard. And looking at that pic of your bookshelves (Love it!), you have some great books to "escape" into, and so I hope you that you can. Take care, sweetie. XOXOAtumn, my prayers and thoughts are with your family, too! Cherish the moments you have. *Hugs*
that is so lovely that your daughter knitted the cape for her grams!! im sure she would appreciate it beyond anything!! that is very sweet!!feeling like taking some matter in hands helps a whole deal while coping with this situations. The meals are a VERY GOOD idea. you cook with all your heart, and that is the best gift of love!!
i dont have much family left, but my mother always taught me to live life without regrets. In other words, to give my all each an every time to the ppl i love. and that is what i try to do.
enjoy them while they are still with you, cherish the moments so that u dont miss a thing. when the inevitable happens sooner or later, you will know that you did everything that was within your reach to make them happy, to capture precious memories.
you keep it strong our dear Dhes!! we might not know your face, but we have seen glimpses of your heart!!and is one that loves beyond measure!!
((((((((many blessings ur way my friend))))))))))
Atumn.
Lady Jane: ((((((((((huuuggs))))))))))) thank u!!
Atumn, a few years ago I read a book,
that was recommended to me by a friend who knew that I'd recently lost both grandparents. The book was exactly what I needed, and the reason I'm telling you this is because it gave me not only a great deal of insight into what it's like for people who are dying, but what it's like for their families as well as the medical professionals who have to deal with it when people come to realize that they might be doctors, but they're not gods. I can only imagine how it is but I'd venture to guess that the people around you expect you to be always the professional. Detached... but underneath it all, you're a flesh and blood, feeling, human being.
I would think that that added pressure wouldn't be easy, on top of everything else you have to deal with.
You'll have my thoughts and prayers added along with Lady Jayne's, and know were' here for you, too.
aww Dhes (((((((((huuugs)))))))))) that's the sweetest most thoughtful thing some one has said to me about my career. i value this post beyond words my dear. thank you!! Yes.. its really really hard .. when u can only say " i will do everything withing my ability" **sighs** me of all ppl who have struggled with cancer and seen the other side of the tracks.. boy, a hard thing to say "i understand" because there is no word available that can even describe the despair and pain.. but the feeling is there..
God willing i will be deploying to iraq (im peace corps)and thats is a tough one to handle. so with no further ado, i will be sure getting this book
thank u again.
*****hugs******** back to you, Atumn! And thank you for all you do for people you don't even know. Your work will change, for the better, generations to come - the children of the people you're helping today, you'll never meet them, but they'll remember you.
(((hugs)))I do try to love with passion. what i do, what i say and the ppl i say it to. i love u! :)
how are you doing Dhes? your mom? plz let us know when you get a chance. (((strength)))
How is everyone doing with the New Year's Resolution? I'm doing well. I haven't bought anything outside of my resolution requirements!
I'm realizing how happy book buying made me. I can't wait to get home. **sad face**
***hugs, Rose***
I bought my one book at Walmart the other day but I wanted two. It's not going to be easy buying only one book a month :(
I haven't bought anything yet. It hasn't been too bad for me. There was a moment of temptation a week or so back, but I'm waiting for March. I've decided to pack my schedule and finish school, so it's really occupying every space in my mind. I'm worried about finishing my NYR challenge now! Books will be taking a second seat in my life this year. Though, I'm reading in every nook and cranny of time I can find.!
UniquelyMoi *~*Dhestiny*~* wrote: "***hugs, Rose***"You're so sweet, Dhes. I need all the hugs I can get!
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