Have current events affected your reading/ Shorty September, struggles & successes

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Lately, my reading has been affected by news media about real-world problems I can’t seem to avoid. I will describe how I am coping and some solutions I’ve found.
Books mentioned:
Improvement By Joan Silber
Lollie Willows by Sylvia Townsend Warner
The Sisters Rosensweig by Wendy Wasserstein
Song mentioned: American Pie by Don McLean
Quotes of hope
“The crisis of today is the joke of tomorrow.”
-H. G. Wells.
"We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope."
-Martin Luther King Jr.
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@readandre-read 7 дней назад

You're so right about short books that don't "read short." They can get pretty intense. I do watch a lot of news and we talk politics at home. Although the news cycle does give me anxiety, I think I actually read more when things are nuts in the world. I guess I'm hiding out in the pages.

@MarilynMayaMendoza 7 дней назад

@@readandre-read Hi Angelia, I agree with you about reading for comfort when things are going awry in the world. But that’s only if you can have a calm reasonable conversation. I’ve always hit out in my Pages so I know what you mean. Aloha friend.

@MyGrannyEra 6 дней назад

I really appreciate so much about what you've said here. You're so right --- there are times when we want to read for joy, for entertainment. I think that the news does affect all of us negatively lately, no matter what "side" we are on. So yes, we should be so careful to guard our emotions and know what we can handle. Much love to you, friend!

@MarilynMayaMendoza 5 дней назад

@@MyGrannyEra hello Sarah, the news is pervasive, and even when you’re not watching anything, it can blindside you. Waiting at the supermarket line, to people arguing about the election and getting very personal. My son-in-law is so embroiled in his opinions, he interrogates the whole family on what side they are on. I just tell him I won’t discuss my personal life with him because he is too emotional. I am reading things that might be trite to some readers,, but make me happy. sending much love your way aloha friend

@bjminton2698 8 дней назад

November will be 2 years since I stopped watching TV! Surprisingly, I have not missed it. Political views and opinions were creeping into my weekly dramas and into the news. To me, politics is just an excuse to argue about things. Also, about 3 years ago, I started reading fantasy. I've read SF since I was about 10, but not fantasy. This has worked well for me. Reading is my entertainment and escape from reality. You do and read what is right for YOU, not because of anybody else. Glad you got some more subscribers!! Enjoy your reads!!

@MarilynMayaMendoza 7 дней назад

Hello ba. Thanks for listening to my rambling. When I was a child, I was addicted to fairytales. I went straight for the fairytale section in the library. One day, I will probably dip my toes into fantasy because I know that it was a genre I used to love. I’m glad that you’re enjoying your new genre. I’m tipping my toes into Science Fiction since joining the community. And so far I’m enjoying what I’m reading. I haven’t given up television 100% but I definitely don’t watch the news or anything during the day. I still like my dancing shows and I will sit with my daughter when she watches her cooking shows. But you are absolutely right about people wanting to argue about politics, especially at the moment. Everyone wants to be right. And that’s just going to turn out wrong. I appreciate your watching and I appreciate you. Aloha friend.

@nathanfoung2347 8 дней назад

Aloha Maya 🌺 Go well

@MIDDLEoftheBookMARCH 7 дней назад

I loved Lilly Willowes. It’s too bad you didn’t get along with it. But you’re right. Even though a book is short doesn’t mean it’s easy.

@MarilynMayaMendoza 7 дней назад

@@MIDDLEoftheBookMARCH hi Kim, I haven’t completely given up on lolly. It’s just not the right time to read it. my concentration is off because my daughter’s fiancé is arriving on Wednesday and there is so much to get ready for, like fixing stuff around the house. I know you recently had a move so you know what it’s like to do that kind of decluttering and sending things off to the charity shops. Here in Hawaii it’s the United cerebral palsy who picks up, almost everything. I hope you’re doing well and I’m sending you a lot of love and aloha.

@MIDDLEoftheBookMARCH 7 дней назад

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@lindysmagpiereads 8 дней назад

Hello Maya! Very good point that just because a book is short doesn’t mean it’s an easy read.

@MarilynMayaMendoza 7 дней назад

Hi Lindy, found that out pretty fast this month. I miss you and hope you’re doing wonderfully. Aloha friend.

@lindysmagpiereads 7 дней назад

@@MarilynMayaMendoza I started Lolly Willowes today and am enjoying it so far 😊

@BeyondBooks-wt5il 8 дней назад

Interesting "goings-on" from the door behind you. But yes, we are bombarded by news whether we want it or not. I found my reading was very spotty when I was going through my cancer treatment. Even now, it's "invasive" - it creeps in at times. I've learned not to expect too much from myself - just go with the flow.

@MarilynMayaMendoza 7 дней назад

@@BeyondBooks-wt5il hi Renee, I’m laughing, because you’re the first person who noticed my partner blurring his coming in to close the door when it opened. I told him not to bother, but he’s a perfectionist.😀. It wasn’t a ghost. hugs to Reina and of course to you. Aloha friend.

@SluggishReader 8 дней назад

Hi Marilyn. You are not alone in feeling how the real world affects your reading. I feel a bit stressed and anxious about some school-related stuff this weekend and it's derailing my reading. I hope things go well for you! By the way, I just got Lolly Willowes and intended for it to be a quick read for shorty September this weekend. Based on what you described, looks like it won't be a short read as I expected! 😅 I often struggle with localized references (that don't come with much explanation) too. Plus, my anxiety won't help with the reading anyway. 😂 I think we do need the sappy once in a while.. the news tends to focus on miserable things done by miserable people. Happy reading and have a lovely day! 🌼🌸💮🌺

@stuartgriffin1001 8 дней назад

Although I am concerned about what is going on in the world, current events don't really affect what I read. Reading has always been something that takes me away from the real world. It is a refuge to me. You make some great points in this video. You are smart not to continue reading books in genres that you realize don't work for you. Good to give them a try. But not to continue

@MarilynMayaMendoza 7 дней назад

Hi Stuart, thank you for stopping by. I think I get anxious about the news because I do care so much and worry so much. But you are right! Books have always been my refuge for anything negative. Aloha friend.

@stuartgriffin1001 7 дней назад

@@MarilynMayaMendoza You're welcome. Aloha

@books_and_bocadillos 6 часов назад

Hi Maya, this is such a relatable conversation. I love Ritchie! May health and sanity rule the day.

@davidnovakreadspoetry 6 дней назад

I struggle with time jumps in a novel. My current novel _(Daniel Deronda)_ starts with a scene, then it jumps back, and then jumps back forward. I can handle that - but anything more and I’ll probably DNF a book. Thanks for sharing all that about Don MacLean. I was a big Buddy Holly fan, and by association Ritchie Valens too, though I was born after the fatal plane crash. I really enjoyed hearing what he had to say.

@MarilynMayaMendoza 6 дней назад

@@davidnovakreadspoetry I have that novel by George Elliott, but Kim at middle of the bookmarch advised me to read a prior book 1st I’m happy you enjoyed the story by Don McLean. Sometimes I go off on tangents when I make a video, for example, the Music man part😀 I was trying to think of the song, Peggy Sue when I was talking about Buddy Holly going to the Apollo theater in Harlem, but I had a brain fog as one does at 74. Thank you so much for watching and commenting. Aloha friend.

@spreadbookjoy 7 дней назад

Short doesn’t mean quick - very true! I got a kindle copy of Lolly Willowes and I’m looking forward to it. Dorset is next door to Devon. If you want to read this together at some point, let me know! The media can really affect me and my reading and I do the same as you and try to find stuff that makes me happy. I try not to spend too much time reading or watching news.

@MarilynMayaMendoza 5 дней назад

Hi Jack, If you want to read it slowly, a few pages at a time, I'm ready for it now. I need a British person to explain some of the language and settings. You are an artist so you can work with your hands. I used to dance, so now I exercise and try to write. Travel is a big goal for me and I want to travel as soon as I can because "time". Aloha dear friend.

@theresepazell7875 8 дней назад

You have a warm heart..God said be Anxious for nothing .Be Still and know that I am God..Keep busy doing good things will keep your mind off the bad..Hope this helped..Take care b safe...Enjoyed.

@MarilynMayaMendoza 7 дней назад

@@theresepazell7875 hello Therese, I love that Bible quote so thank you. I’m just a bit tired and my concentration is off but friends like you keep me going. Aloha friend.

@barbaraboethling596 8 дней назад

Super video. I've also been finding many shorties to be quite dense, either due to the language or because of their experimental nature. When I add in my vision problems, it's been a slow go. I gave up tv news some time ago. Now if I could only do the same for much of You Tube!! I loved your reference to my fave musical Music Man!! You got me singing the trouble song. Thank you. Love you. Aloha.💕

@MarilynMayaMendoza 7 дней назад

Hi Barbara. I never expected to sing that song but “the music man” is my favorite musical too. wasn’t Robert Preston just wonderful? He made me cry at the end and I get chills just thinking about it. I have given up TV about 75% but I still watch my dancing and my daughter is cooking shows. I also gave up most social media except for RU-vid. It just gets too much and it interferes with reading and making videos. I love you too Barbara and appreciate you . Aloha.