Saturday, July 25, 2026

Stacking the Shelves #218 Sunday Post #215 Sunday Salon #209

Hey, my bookish friends!!  How are you all doing? I am doing okay. I did finally get my results from my Table Tilt Test. I do not have POTS, which is good news, but I do have vasovagal syncope (fainting disorder). Long story short, I am to do slow positional changes and avoid my triggers (easier said than done), but at least I know what it is and it is manageable. This weekend we are hoping to go on a few hikes, attend Church, and try and relax. What are you up to?

Stacking The Shelves is all about sharing the books you are adding to your  shelves, may it be physical or virtual. This means you can include books you buy in physical store or online, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts and of course ebooks! And audiobooks. The Stacking the Shelves meme is hosted at Reading Reality.

ARC: 

Library Treasures:

Bought: None

Book Mail: Gifted from Wren

It's the New Testament, tracing edition, you can trace the Scripture verses. I was super surprised when it arrived this week.

Birthday Gifts: From my son

 
A new Kindle fire from my husband.

Kindle Freebies: None

Other updates:

I finished five books this week. Several were on the shorter side, which allowed for so many books this week.

What you might have missed on the blog this week:

Book Review: Things Pondered by Beth Moore

Book Review: The Trauma Response by M. J. Padgett

TTT: Memorable Books

Book Review: The Grump's Bodyguard by Latisha Sexton

Book Review: The Overdue Kiss by Callie Thomas

Book Review: The Silent Governess by Julie Klassen

What books have you added to your physical or virtual bookshelves? I would love to hear from you. Click on the icons below to join in on the fun. Have a great weekend! 

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40 comments:

  1. Keira @ Keira's BookmarkJuly 25, 2026 at 9:08 AM

    I hope you enjoy your new e-reader! I wish you all the best with managing your fainting disorder as well.

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  2. OliviaJuly 25, 2026 at 1:11 PM

    I’m glad you got some answers, Cindy - and that your condition is manageable.

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  3. thathappyreaderJuly 25, 2026 at 3:01 PM

    It’s nice that you now have answers and can try to avoid further episodes. It looks like you got some lovely gifts Cindy. Happy Birthday week!

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  4. Sarah @ All The Book Blog Names Are TakenJuly 25, 2026 at 4:14 PM

    Happy happy birthday week!! I'm glad that you have some answers now. Eleanor's best friend was struggling similarly to you and the doctors were sure it was POTS, and thought the table test would confirm what they aleady knew. Turns out she doesn't have POTS and they're back to the drawing board.

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    1. CindyJuly 26, 2026 at 10:53 AM

      Sarah, oh no, that is AWFUL!! There are SO many things that cause the same symptoms, it is hard to get a proper diagnosis. I have had symptoms for 30 years, and finally have a diagnosis for this.

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  5. NickyJuly 25, 2026 at 8:19 PM

    Hurrah, glad you have some answers from your tests! While it's never great to get a diagnosis, it's better to have answers than none most of the time.

    Hope you manage to get some relaxing time this weekend! Feels like it's been all go for you for a while.

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    1. CindyJuly 26, 2026 at 10:54 AM

      Thanks Nicky, it has been! I am hoping things will slow down.

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  6. StephJuly 26, 2026 at 8:38 AM

    Congrats on the new Kindle Fire - I hope you love it. Glad you got some answers at your appts, that is a great first step. Take it easy.

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  7. TinaJuly 26, 2026 at 9:10 AM

    A new E-reader is great. Also, glad you have a diagnosis. Its not low blood pressure then....glad its not POTS, my cousin was diagnosed with that.

    Lots of good books for you this week.

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    1. CindyJuly 26, 2026 at 10:55 AM

      Tina, I have had high blood pressure since my late 20s, controlled (mostly) by meds. I do get the low blood pressure drops, which is what triggers the fainting, but no, not POTS. I was surprised because I do have the symptoms for it, but thankful its not.

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  8. sjhigbeeJuly 26, 2026 at 10:04 AM

    I'm glad they've diagnosed your condition and that it can be managed. And a new Kindle is always a cause for celebration:)). Have a great week.

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  9. Jen at Introverted ReaderJuly 26, 2026 at 1:23 PM

    Happy belated birthday! I'm glad you found out what is going on and wish you luck adjusting how you go about activities. I hope you found some nice hikes this weekend!

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    1. CindyJuly 26, 2026 at 3:15 PM

      Thanks Jen, we didn't end up hiking, but I did get in a few walks.

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  10. Lisa R Howeler of Boondock RamblingsJuly 26, 2026 at 2:41 PM

    Glad it is not POTS and you can manage it. Hopefully better than you think. Your books have such fun colors this week!

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  11. Karis DeHavenJuly 26, 2026 at 2:43 PM

    I'm so glad you got the results back from your test and know what you're dealing with now!
    I, too, got a new Kindle from my husband for my birthday!

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  12. bibliophilebreeJuly 26, 2026 at 3:10 PM

    Glad you were able to get a diagnosis! Hope you have a good week.

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  13. Ronyell (a.k.a. Rabbitearsblog)July 26, 2026 at 4:45 PM

    Oh, I hope that you are doing well. Have a great week!

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  14. crackercrumblifeJuly 26, 2026 at 5:44 PM

    Oh my goodness! Is there anything you can do for that? My husband had one episode of that while driving which was scary - his seat belt pressed on it or something like that. For him it wasn't a regular syndrome like what you have though. Take care of yourself Cindy, and I hope you got out for a hike!

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    1. CindyJuly 27, 2026 at 1:16 PM

      Erin, no, I just have to manage my symptoms. I have had a few episodes while in the car/driving, and have had to quickly pull over! It is scary, but thankfully, I can tell when the symptoms are coming on, so I have a few seconds to get in a safe place. We were not able to hike, but I did do a walk.

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  15. Cheryl MalandrinosJuly 27, 2026 at 12:23 AM

    Happy birthday, Cindy! Looks like you received some nice gifts. Glad to hear you know what is going on. That is helpful. Hope you enjoy reading on your new Kindle.

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  16. MargJuly 27, 2026 at 7:13 AM

    Happy birthday! And glad you now have some answers!

    Have a great week!

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  17. ShellieJJuly 27, 2026 at 11:26 AM

    I am glad you got some answers about your condition but sorry you have it! I hope you can continue to push for treatment to make you feel better :) and how sweet that your son gifted you with books you love, I think that is amazing! Have a great week.

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  18. Deb Nance at ReaderbuzzJuly 27, 2026 at 3:24 PM

    Enjoy your wonderful new Kindle Fire! I'm glad you had good heath news . I hope you are able to learn to successfully and quickly deal with your health issues.

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  19. BeckiJuly 27, 2026 at 5:36 PM

    The Grump's Bodyguard sounds amusing. Happy birthday - sounds like a pretty good haul!

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  20. Lindsey @ Lindsey ReadsJuly 28, 2026 at 1:24 PM

    Happy belated birthday! I'm sorry to hear about the fainting disorder but hope it'll be manageable now that you know what it is.

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