I really need to get better at writing individual book reviews, but I definitely find monthly wrap-ups so much more satisfying--especially when I've read 5+ books! ↠ Not My Romeo by Isla Madden-MillsKindle, 346 pagesMy Rating: 🌟🌟🌟 (3/5) It feels like it was so long ago that I read this book, but it was literally only … Continue reading January 2021 Wrap-Up | Nadia Lee, Sue Monk Kidd, Kim Johnson…
January 2021 Favorites
I hope everyone's 2021 is off to a good start! Since the new year started, I've transitioned into the role of Teen Services Librarian at my workplace and received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. Today, I am currently working from home as we are experiencing a pretty intense snowstorm which I'm definitely not mad … Continue reading January 2021 Favorites
December 2020 Wrap-Up | Christina Lauren, David Yoon, Holly Jackson…
Whenever winter rolls around, all I want to do is curl up in bed and read as many books as I possibly can (even with a Hallmark movie softly playing in the background). Does anyone else have a multi-tasking brain that can't always handle pure silence? I usually like to listen to music or have … Continue reading December 2020 Wrap-Up | Christina Lauren, David Yoon, Holly Jackson…
2020 Skincare Favorites
2020 wasn't a great year, but it was a great time to reset and refresh our skin care routines. Did anyone else feel like their skin has never looked better? I know mask-wearing has led to skincare issues for some including "maskne."But I feel like learning to work around and avoid those issues has challenged … Continue reading 2020 Skincare Favorites
2020 Bookish Academy Awards
Happy New Year, blogger friends. I know this year has been challenging, heart-breaking, and completely anxiety-inducing for all of us. I wish you all good health and many more blessings in 2021. If there was anything I could depend on in 2020, it was a good book (more specifically, as many good books as I … Continue reading 2020 Bookish Academy Awards
November 2020 Favorites
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation (Shade 6) // Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat in 'Love Trap' // Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick in 'Hazelnut Hypnotizer' // Purity Made Simple Pore Extractor Exfoliating Clay Mask by Philosophy // Krave Beauty Matcha Hemp Hydrating Cleanser // Huge Deal (Wall Street #3) by Lauren Layne // Rebecca Minkoff … Continue reading November 2020 Favorites
Summer 2020 Favorites
Differin Daily Refreshing Cleanser | HSI Professional Glider Flat IronSlip Marble Pillowcase | Tory Burch Alexa Stitch Camera BagCuyana Classic Leather Tote | Naturalizer Joy Ankle Strap SandalSteve Madden Transport Strappy Sandal | Simple Flavor Vintage Midi DressSimple Modern 12 oz. Insulated Travel MugThe Friendship List by Susan Mallery | Tools of Engagement by Tessa … Continue reading Summer 2020 Favorites
“What I’m Reading” Wednesday | June 17, 2020
Hello all. I hope you're all well. I do plan on writing up a life update post this week, but I really wanted to get a post up with my current reads...better late than never! How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X. KendiRelease Date: August 20, 2019 by Random House AudioRun time: 10 hours, 43 … Continue reading “What I’m Reading” Wednesday | June 17, 2020
May 2020 Favorites
Happy first of June, my friends. I thought I'd share some of my favorite things from May to kick off the month of June. The Trouble With Hating You by Sajni Patel | Watermelon Glow Pink Juice MoisturizerCovergirl Clean Matte BB Cream | Casual Ruffle Peplum Shirt | Sanctuary AppLush Cup O' Coffee Mask | … Continue reading May 2020 Favorites
Recap: Pop-Up Romance Book Recommendations (Librarian work)
I am a public Adult Services librarian, and like most libraries, our programs have been converted to virtual platforms. On Friday, I went live on my library's instagram to share some romance recommendations that are accessible through our digital collections (hoopla & Overdrive). There were so many romance novels I could have hyped up, but … Continue reading Recap: Pop-Up Romance Book Recommendations (Librarian work)