#IMWAYR: Running out of nothingburger post titles!

I am continuing my grandiose reading slump—and honestly? Not feeling too bad about it! Books will still be there when I get back to them.

I mentioned last week that I've been playing a video game for a few weeks, Desta: The Memories Between—and like thirty minutes ago, I BEAT THE STORY MODE!!! I love this game—the story is affecting and poignant and wise, and the gameplay is engaging enough to make me feel all clever when I do something right, yet not so demanding that I can't sit and have a relaxing time playing. There are other game modes that I could play in order to explore the rest of the game's story—or I could switch over for now and play another game by the studio (Ustwo Games). Decisions, decisions! But all good decisions, thankfully.

Also, I mentioned last week that I was into the album With a Lightning Strike by Genevieve Stokes—and if I was into it then, I am INTO IT now. Geez! This album is literally getting me through—I love it so much.

Also, something you may or may not know about me is that I'm a huge technology nerd, and two of my main areas of nerd-dom are alarm clocks (Sony ICF-CD873 for life) and Nintendo game consoles (I will defend the Wii U until I die). AND SO IT WAS FATE to discover that Nintendo has created their own alarm clock—yes, really. It's called Alarmo, and it is perfect and I love it.

Last but certainly not least (probably most, in fact), I have an update on...

The Kidlit Lovers' Meetup!

Our FIFTH Kidlit Lovers' Meetup is scheduled for:

Wednesday, October 23
4–4:45p Pacific / 5–5:45p Mountain / 6–6:45p Central / 7–7:45p Eastern
Virtual (via Zoom)

As always, these meetups are a chance for us kidlit book bloggers and readers (and anyone else who wants to join in on the fun) to connect and discuss books, reading, blogging, and more!

I've decided to stop using RSVP forms because it was getting confusing. Instead, sign up for the meetup mailing list so you can get the Zoom link for this meetup and all future meetups as they are scheduled. (You can also click that link to learn more about the meetup format, if you're curious!)

(I suspect it's also going to get confusing to have two mailing lists, one through Mailchimp for blog posts and one through regular email for meetups—but I can't think of a better solution right now!)

That's all! What's bringing you joy outside of reading? Tell me in the comments below! ✨✨

Comments

  1. Natalie AguirreOctober 14, 2024 at 4:22 AM

    You're so right that books will be there when you're ready to read again. It sounds like you're really busy with school, so you should do want you want and need to relax some.

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    1. Max @ Completely Full BookshelfOctober 20, 2024 at 6:33 PM

      I really appreciate that, Natalie! I'm working 20 hours a week at school and also taking three grad classes, so it's definitely not nothing... I don't always have oodles of free time. I hope you're getting to balance your time the way you want too, whether that means reading or not! Have a wonderful week!

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  2. Linda BOctober 14, 2024 at 6:57 AM

    Enjoy all the feels, Max. I spend a lot of time at the used bookstore, enjoying the time talking with customers about, you know, reading! And, I have to be outside, no matter the weather, every day, loving nature, even in the city! Have a super week ahead!

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    1. Max @ Completely Full BookshelfOctober 20, 2024 at 6:35 PM

      That sounds wonderful, Linda!! I'm so glad you get to connect with customers over something you love. And I admire that you get out of the house often—it always makes me feel better too, but I often forget to do it or let it drop to the bottom of my list. When really, I could always just stand outside for 5 minutes! Have a wonderful week!

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  3. Helen's Book BlogOctober 14, 2024 at 3:28 PM

    Ok. When in life do our loves combine?! I had to look up the alarm clock and for a Nintendo fan it seems perfect.

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    1. Max @ Completely Full BookshelfOctober 20, 2024 at 6:35 PM

      It really does seem delightful—I don't own it, and I'm not sure if I will, but just the knowledge that it exists brings me joy! 😄 Have a wonderful week, Helen!

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