October has been a busy month,but not on the book front. Sadly my elderly Mum’s health is deteriorating, so me and my sister have been busy keeping an eye on her, taking her to various appointments, and also getting her to ask for help more often. It’s been very stressful, so my reading, listening and blogging has definitely slowed down this month. I listened to 5 audiobooks and read 3 books making a total of 8 books.
Frankie
For those of you who enjoy graphs, here are my stats from StoryGraph
Favourites
These were my standout favourites in September. ICYMI here are my reviews for Kiss Her Goodbye and Raven Black
Bookish Travel
My armchair travel took me to 19 countries in October, almost every continent, which I’m very happy about! 😀
Shetland/Scotland
Canada
New Zealand
Australia
Zimbabwe
South Africa
USA
Afghanistan
Portugal
Spain
Sweden
Lapland
Finland
Norway
Denmark
The Netherlands
France
Germany
England
Secret Library Book Blog 
I’m really sorry to hear about your mum and the stress you’re all under. Don’t forget to take time for yourself when possible and breathe. Thinking of you. xx
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Really sorry to hear about your mums’ health – sending love to her, you and your sister xx
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Sorry to hear about your Mum Nicki, hope she is on the mend soon x
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My mom’s last five years were so difficult for her and stressful for the family. I’m sorry you are experiencing this. She is blessed to have you. Treasure each day. 💔
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Thanks Carol 💕
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Sorry to hear about your mum, Nicki. If you ever need to talk or vent or whatever, always happy to listen. Hang in there xx
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Thanks i appreciate that! xx
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I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom, Nicki. I’m sure it’s difficult to see. Sending you love and gentle hugs.
As for the rest of your post? The StoryGraph stats look so pretty. I’ve barely used my account there, so I didn’t know it existed. (Maybe I should start using it in January?) I especially loved the Bookish Travel section–that’s so cool! I wish I’d thought of that myself… excuse me while my eyes get a little greener with envy. LOL! Seriously, though, it’s a really fantastic and fun idea. Well done!
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Thanks Betty! The bookish travel is down to Yvonne @ Its All About Books, who’s been doing it for years. StoryGraph is brilliant, so much better than Goodreads these days.
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Thanks for the info on bookish travel! If I ever get back to doing a monthly wrap-up post, I’d like to use it, as well, so it’s good to know who to credit for the idea–both who did it first, and where I saw it first. 🙂
Sounds like I really need start familiarizing myself with the StoryGraph site.! I’ll try to find time to start exploring it in the next few days.
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As someone who has taken care of an elderly parent in decline, I’m sending you virtual hugs because I know how hard it is.
As for the reading, I love the idea of tracking where my reading/listening takes me around the world. I may just start tracking that!
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Thank you it’s very much appreciated.
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I’m so sorry about you mother, Nicki💜 I’ll keep her and your family in my prayers.
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Thanks so much, Jo! 💜
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I’m sorry you’ve been having such a stressful and hope your reading/listening has brought you some much needed respite.
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Thanks it is helping!
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I’m sorry to hear about your mom’s health. Sending you love and hugs. Take care
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Thank you 💕
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I’m so sorry that your mom is not doing well, Nicki. It is so hard when our loved ones are ill or aging. Hugs for you and your sister and you support her. Make sure you take care of yourself as well.
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Thanks Carla!
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I’m so sorry to hear about your mom Nicki! Sending hugs your way. ❤
On a bookish note, your travel map looks fantastic. I love the sound of that Jules Brown book. xx
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Thanks appreciate that! xx
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