I love historical fiction. It is my thing. I love getting lost in a book, or TV series, based on fact, with colorful characters interspersed with real historical figures.
I was lucky to have stumbled across the OUTLANDER series by Diana Gabaldon right before my cancer diagnosis this winter. Lucky, because I had my Kindle Fire with me at every appointment, in every waiting room, and in bed at night when my mind wanted to run amok. Claire and Jamie took me away, helped me escape, and let me forget about my stuff for a while. But alas, seven big books later, I finished, and book eight doesn't come out until spring 2013.
There is a mourning period after the end of a good book immersion. Mine took about two weeks. I then felt ready to jump back into something absorbing.
And now I have a new show! Two friends (I have such great friends) suggested Downton Abbey to me. I have a history of getting lost in Tudor history, so I guess they both figured anything historical and British-y would do. They were right! I stayed up and watched the ENTIRE first season last night. I love NETFLIX, really I do. And I have to say, it works best when I use my eldest sons' Xbox. I can't wait to get season two on DVD.
I also squeezed in Mitch Albom's book Have A Little Faith, a very small, quick read. I am a bit fascinated with religion, comparative religion and spiritual journeys. I must be on one myself, but haven't quite figured it out yet.
Be well, my friends.
I love to read books about others' spiritual journeys. Have you read One Thousand Gifts? You may want to check it out- I own it if it looks interesting and you'd like to borrow it.
ReplyDeleteI'm going to check out the Outlander series now. . .
Jane (not Pussnae!)
I would love to borrow it, I have not read it. Thanks for the recommendation!
DeleteI love getting immersed in a good book, but then find myself trying to savor the last few pages...not wanting my encounter with these new "friends" to end (I think of characters in books as my friends--do you really want to have a beer with me? lol) . And then I have such a hard time getting into another book.
ReplyDeleteI really want to try Downtown Abbey! I keep hearing such great things about it. I want to start from the beginning, so I just ordered Season 1 for the library-I figure others will want to watch it too!
Be sure to check back in when you have finished season 1. Season 2 should be arriving in the mail today, so I know what I will be doing this evening after lacrosse practice finishes!
DeleteI don't know how I found your blog... googling post mastectomy yoga lead me to it. But we have much in common. I am 3 weeks post mastectomy, 43 years old, a mom, part time Vermonter, and 2/3 of the way through yoga teacher training. I've enjoyed reading your story- have a lot more to check out on your blog! Healing thoughts sent your way.
ReplyDeleteThank You Kristina, I just gave your blog a visit as well. Green smoothies, yoga, VT, so many things in common. Too bad you are only a part-time Vermonter - it is good to be here always! Be well, my new friend.
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