The context of the following conversation is Jesse was going to spend the summer reading, but lost their eyesight after a book purchase, so Jesse took the books back to the store.:
Jesse says The doctor said my vision should clear up soon. In the meantime, though, it's ruined my summer plans..
The friend responds Yeah, wasn't this going to be the summer where you read all those books you've been meaning to get to?.
Jesse responds Yes. I even did a shopping spree at the bookstore. Then this problem with my eyesight happened and I had returned everything..
The friend responds How disappointing. Hold on, have you thought about audiobooks? I'm sure you can get the same titles in audio format..
Jesse responds You know something? I bet you're right. Wow, that's a really good idea. I don't know why I didn't think of it..
The friend responds Well, you've had a lot on your mind. But I think you can still salvage your summer, buddy..