Yes, I find it’s amazing how often we (myself included) will apologize to others when we cry. As if it’s a negative thing. I’m fine with crying when I’m by myself, but I still don’t want to sob in front of others, even though they would totally understand.

I understand your skepticism toward the summaries, Donna. I still won’t read them on a regular basis in lieu of reading a whole book, but now and again, you might want to give them a try too. They are MUCH quicker! 🙂 Granted, you get out of it what you put in, but sometimes, a little is enough. 🙂

Just trying to save a bit of money while we have the best insurance. lol. But after this round, I hope I won’t have to see a doctor of any sort for quite awhile, Lord willing. 🙂

I still haven’t checked into Blinkist too much myself, but I hear it’s good. I’ve been reading free summaries this month from Amazon thanks to my free month of Kindle Unlimited. 🙂

Thanks, Anita. I’ve gotten a few appointments out of the way now, but still have a few to go (including the worst one, the colonoscopy). Praying your new medical diagnosis will bring you new help in your own journey.

Thanks, Lisa. I’ll take your virtual hug. 🙂 I’m thankful that in real life we can receive hugs again; they help!

I’m so sorry that you are grieving a loss too, Bev. 🙁 It stinks. I know that loss and pain and suffering come to all of us at various seasons in our lives, but I still don’t like them. But yes, I’m glad God has given us tears to help clear out our emotions. They do help. Blessings to you too, friend.

Yes, I think the summaries work best for nonfiction when there’s no plot to spoil. And even then, it only works when you’re just wanting to get the best of the best ideas that they share. So it has limited use. I won’t read them regularly, but just sometimes when I don’t want to waste my time with a whole book that might not be good, but yet still has something important to say.