Alexi Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 I couldn't finish The Fault In Our Stars, but I loved Paper Towns. I found the characters in The Fault In Our Stars far too 'clever' with their way of speaking, so it didn't ring true for me. Paper Towns was very original. That's encouraging! Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devi Posted March 11, 2014 Author Share Posted March 11, 2014 (edited) Over the cold pretty much, cough is still hanging around though. I haven't read anything for the last three weeks. Struggling with my fatigue at the moment. Edited March 11, 2014 by Devi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Athena Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Awww . I'm glad your cold is mainly over but it's not nice at all you're being very tired. I hope you can read more in a while, and that you feel less tired soon . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julie Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 I hope you soon feel better Devi ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devi Posted March 13, 2014 Author Share Posted March 13, 2014 (edited) Thank you all. My BD book buys have started to show! Now to wait till they all arrive? Or show as they come... Vote! Edited March 13, 2014 by Devi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Ooh, as much as I want to see them now, maybe it would be better to wait until they've all arrived and then you can post a lovely pic (if you want). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtrpath27 Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Ooh, as much as I want to see them now, maybe it would be better to wait until they've all arrived and then you can post a lovely pic (if you want). I like that idea! Have a giant reveal of your fabulous haul. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devi Posted March 14, 2014 Author Share Posted March 14, 2014 Okay! Two votes to wait. Was a little disappointed for the first time with BD. The book arrived a bit damaged and its a hardback. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtrpath27 Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Oh no! Will they send you another? That's so disappointing. For me, one of the joys of buying a brand new book is the freshness and smoothness of the pages and cover. Hopefully this shipment will be unmarred! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Athena Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 (edited) I'm going to say wait too, though it's a difficult choice because I want to see your books! But it'll look prettier with all of them together. I hope none of your other books get damaged , that's very disappointing. Edited March 15, 2014 by Athena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kylie Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 Okay! Two votes to wait. Was a little disappointed for the first time with BD. The book arrived a bit damaged and its a hardback. That's a shame. I've received a few books from the BD that are slightly damaged (out of hundreds that I've ordered). It's always a chance you take when you buy books online, and especially when they're being shipped from overseas. I always imagine my little packages being tossed about and thrown by careless handlers. I generally find that it's worth the risk though, and the damage is usually very minor so it's barely noticeable. I hope the rest of the books arrive in better condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devi Posted March 16, 2014 Author Share Posted March 16, 2014 That's a shame. I've received a few books from the BD that are slightly damaged (out of hundreds that I've ordered). It's always a chance you take when you buy books online, and especially when they're being shipped from overseas. I always imagine my little packages being tossed about and thrown by careless handlers. I generally find that it's worth the risk though, and the damage is usually very minor so it's barely noticeable. I hope the rest of the books arrive in better condition. This is my first book that I have received from them thats been damaged, and its in a couple of places. The box was pretty wrecked too, so i know its not their fault. I don't feel I should complain as I am sure it wasn't sent like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signor Finzione Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 Sorry to hear about the damaged book. It's so frustrating, especially when it's a hardback and you've paid more than you would have for a paperback. Definitely write to them with a complaint, as they'll maybe be able to pass on the complaint to the delivery company and maybe get your shipping money back? Can't wait to see the pictures by the way. The wait makes it all the more exciting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devi Posted March 17, 2014 Author Share Posted March 17, 2014 Sorry to hear about the damaged book. It's so frustrating, especially when it's a hardback and you've paid more than you would have for a paperback. Definitely write to them with a complaint, as they'll maybe be able to pass on the complaint to the delivery company and maybe get your shipping money back? Can't wait to see the pictures by the way. The wait makes it all the more exciting. Well its free postage with BD, but I think I will send an email though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Athena Posted March 17, 2014 Share Posted March 17, 2014 Well its free postage with BD, but I think I will send an email though.x I think you should. I don't know if it'll do anything but who knows . It's good to let them know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devi Posted March 20, 2014 Author Share Posted March 20, 2014 (edited) I kinda went on a spree on book depository. It all started after I went and seen the doctor on monday. I had a blood test to check my liver, red and white blood cells, and vitamin d. Well I got the results back this morning and its not good. After taking 3 vitamin d tablets a day since august last year, my levels rose in december to 58, only to fall back down to 32. 75 is the recommended level. It explains why I have been so fatigued lately. Seems counter productive buying books when one is too tired to read. It made me feel a little better though, and has me looking forward to something else. I should mention I have been taking vitamin d for 5 years now, and the fact that it hasn't come close to normal is very frustrating. Looks like vitamin d injections are the next thing, I am due to see my doctor again in April. We are giving it one last push before it comes to that. Edited March 20, 2014 by Devi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtrpath27 Posted March 20, 2014 Share Posted March 20, 2014 I'm so sorry you're having such trouble! It certainly seems like you should be seeing more benefit after all that time. I haven't been here long enough to be familiar with your condition. Does your body not absorb Vitamin D properly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Signor Finzione Posted March 20, 2014 Share Posted March 20, 2014 Sorry to hear that Devi. The injections don't sound like fun, but I hope they do the trick. I'm glad the book buying helps to cheers you up - I read somewhere that shopping has been scientifically proven to produce positive hormones, so it must be good for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pontalba Posted March 20, 2014 Share Posted March 20, 2014 Argggg! Sorry you're going through that, Devi...! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devi Posted March 21, 2014 Author Share Posted March 21, 2014 I'm so sorry you're having such trouble! It certainly seems like you should be seeing more benefit after all that time. I haven't been here long enough to be familiar with your condition. Does your body not absorb Vitamin D properly? Complicated but basically I have issues with my immune system and have several illnesses, MS (multiple sclerosis) being the most significant one, which is why I have a chronic vitamin d issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devi Posted March 21, 2014 Author Share Posted March 21, 2014 Sorry to hear that Devi. The injections don't sound like fun, but I hope they do the trick. I'm glad the book buying helps to cheers you up - I read somewhere that shopping has been scientifically proven to produce positive hormones, so it must be good for you! If only my wallet agreed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devi Posted March 21, 2014 Author Share Posted March 21, 2014 Argggg! Sorry you're going through that, Devi...! Thanks Pontalba. I suppose it could always be worse. Chin up and all that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtrpath27 Posted March 21, 2014 Share Posted March 21, 2014 I hope you can find some relief soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Athena Posted March 21, 2014 Share Posted March 21, 2014 Awwww Devi, I'm so sorry to read you're not doing well . I hope you will feel better soon , that the doctor can help you. Book buying makes me feel better too, I look forward to see what you've bought. It's not good for our wallets though and one can't do it indefinitely (I guess especially not if one's often too tired to read). I hope you enjoy getting your new books though, I find it always cheers me up . I hope you feel better soon . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexi Posted March 23, 2014 Share Posted March 23, 2014 Sorry to read this Devi I hope you can find some relief. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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