Hope the muscles settle down soon. Bad back is bad life - I had back surgery so I understand.
I put myself on a book and magazine stop a while ago. I got overwhelmed with mags and they stopped being fun. I pulled patterns I wanted and gave the rest away. Books - I only buy new techniques and only after doing lots of research.
This Thursday is the start of my retreat.....with trips to Quilt Stores. eeeeeek - I shall be strong! Now if that means not buying or if it means muscles to carry the loot - we shall see. lol