Monday, December 31, 2018

UCF vs LSU | Fiesta Bowl Time! #UCFIESTA

Happy Monday and almost New Years! I can't believe it is almost 2019, whaaattt?? 

I am so excited for this New Year and feel like it is going to be a big one. I will be sharing a blog post in a couple of days all about my New Years Resolutions and I can't wait to hear y'alls also. Right now however, my mind is ALL football. Alabama is heading to the National Championship (again!) and UCF is playing in the Fiesta Bowl tomorrow! I am so stinkin' excited for New Years day now, I can't even contain it! Cue the stress eating...

Is your team playing in a New Years bowl game? Let me know who you are cheering for! 
I love this tee I received for Christmas. I really want a UCF Jeep now (:


Friday, December 28, 2018

Draper James and Leopard Details

Happy Friday everyone! I hope y'all enjoyed your Christmas and have a nice break from work/ school. I have been enjoying time off of school and am excited to go back.

One of my favorite gifts I got this Christmas was this Draper James 'Totes Y'all' purse.  I love Draper James and Reese Witherspoon is a favorite of mine. Her clothing line is so southern, witty, and classy. I couldn't believe my eyes when I opened this up. It is so me in every way! Thank you Santa (:

Adorable right? It is a large tote with several pockets so it is perfect for all the junk I carry with me. I might even use it for classes because it can easily fit a folder and blanket also. 

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

My Favorite Books of 2018!

Happy Wednesday y'all! I can't believe that Christmas is less than a week away and that 2019 is just around the corner. I am so happy though to be sharing this blog post!!
I have been excited to write this post for a couple months now, but also dreading having to narrow it down. I have learned so much through reading this month and 2018 was the year I rearranged my priorities to make time for reading. I have loved becoming such an avid reader this year and I want to help you become one too. In 2018, I read 60 books, and these are my absolute favorites. If you want a good read, look no further friends.

Wednesday, December 12, 2018

How to Pick a Book / Find Reccomendations

Happy Wednesday everyone! I am very excited about today's blog post. The most asked question I get regarding books from those I know is, "How do you find books you like?" or "How do find out about these good books?". Well today is your lucky day, because I am spilling all my secrets! There are several easy ways I go about finding a good book and I am going to share them all with you!
Now be warned, there is no full proof method to finding a good book. There will be times when you are extremely excited about a book and it just plain sucks. In that case, quit reading it. There is nothing wrong with moving on to a better book if you aren't liking the current book you have. 

Monday, December 10, 2018

What I Have Learned in 2018

Happy Monday y'all. I am officially on Christmas break, and it feels SO good! This year has been full of a little good and a little bad and it sure has taught me a lot. I thought it would be nice, to write down what this year has taught me, so I can look back on it down the road.


Monday, December 3, 2018

November Book Recap & Reviews

Happy December and yay for book recaps! Sadly, with finals and holidays approaching my reading has been slim, but I enjoyed several and didn't enjoy several. Let's dive in, shall we??

Sold on a Monday by: Kristina McMorris
When I saw this heart breaking cover at Barnes and Noble a while ago, I just had to pick it up. The description sounded like it would be based off of a true story and looked intense.

Wednesday, November 28, 2018

The Best Flourless Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Hi y'all! I am so excited to share a delicious cookie recipe with you. I have tried flourless cookies before and they have never ended up tasting so great, so I was weary of how these would turn out, but they were delicious! I love the flaky outside and soft inside. Add the gooey chocolate chips and you are golden.... so scrumptious!

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

Great Books for Winter

Hi everyone! Although I live in Florida and we don't really experience a Winter, I thought I would still create a list of great books for this cold time of year that the rest of you are experiencing. (:  If you didn't catch my Fall Book List you can check it out here. Those books could also be great for Winter as well. 


The Great Alone by: Kristin Hannah

Monday, November 19, 2018

Weekend Recap {Gameday Edition}

Happy Monday y'all. Oh my word am I exhausted. Do you every just have one of those weekends where you feel 100% in the moment of everything you're doing and then wakeup Monday morning and feel like you have been hit by a brick wall? That's sort of how I am feeling, ha! (: 
I have a very regular sleeping schedule that usually entails waking up between 5:30 and 6 am and being back in bed by 10pm. This weekend was all over the place but BOY was it FUN! Let's get into it.

Thursday
I don't have classes on Friday so Thursday after class is when my weekend kind of starts. Earlier this week, ESPN College Gameday announced that they were coming to UCF for the UCF vs. Cincinnati game.

Wednesday, November 14, 2018

Shoes, Shoes, SHOES!! {Fall & Winter Edition}

Happy Wednesday everyone! I have been so stinkin' excited for this blog post because there is nothing I love talking about or shopping for more than shoes y'all. I often decide what shoes I want to wear and pick out clothing and accessories after. They can seriously change an entire outfit and make a bold statement.
I have decided to compile this post to share a TON of my favorite shoes, some I own, some I don't. I have divided them by category and price so that you can find hopefully, exactly what you are looking for. This is my first time doing this type of post, and I can't wait to do it for each season!

Monday, November 12, 2018

3 Places to Donate to This Christmas

Happy Monday everyone! I hope you had a great weekend. I am SO excited to have received the news that ESPN College Gameday, the pre game show is coming to my school, UCF! I will be going this Saturday with a big sign in hopes of seeing Lee Corso pick UCF for the win and get TV time. (: 

As Christmas time approaches it is easy to get caught up in all that you "want" and how to decorate and what to find for all your Christmas parties, but we can't forget that this is the season of giving. This is a great time to give and donate to important charities and foundations. It is overwhelming to know where to start and so I compiled a list of well respected Christian charities that make a huge difference. Even a small donation can be a huge help!



Friday, November 9, 2018

Spontaneous Miscellaneous

Happy Friday everyone! This week seemed to fly by and I realize now that the holidays are coming and classes are coming to an end, everything is getting more hectic. I can't believe how soon Thanksgiving is. I may have bought a special Thanksgiving accessory that I think y'all will get a kick out of when you see the picture!

It is Spontaneous Miscellaneous time and so I am ready to get right to sharing my recent favorite things.



I found these shoes at Target for such a good price and I absolutely LOVE them. They are the perfect black plaid for winter, but aren't bulky and big like boots... just great for Florida!


Wednesday, November 7, 2018

How to Cut a Blanket Scarf

Happy Wednesday everyone! I am so excited for today's blog post. I have always loved fun plaid blanket scarfs but have found them to be way to heavy to wear in the Florida heat this time of year, or any time of the year really. I wanted to share how I cut mine to make them much lighter and easier to wear for those of you who don't live in the arctic either. I also listed some really cute and cheap places to find blanket scarfs! Enjoy friends!


Monday, November 5, 2018

Favorite $5 Top!



Happy Monday everyone! I hope y'all are having a great start to your week! This past week felt really slow for me and I didn't feel very productive until the weekend so I am actually excited to get back into a productive routine this week. Also, I am in such a good mood because the weather here in Florida is so nice finally. It is not in the 80's as much anymore and that means I can wear pants instead of shorts! Ha.

Friday, November 2, 2018

October Book Recap & Reviews

Hi y'all! It is time for my favorite blog posts. I love sharing what books I have read each month and hearing your suggestions. This month, due to being very sick for several weeks, my reading was very limited. You can find some more recommendations from my past month recaps here

Let's talk books friends!

Save the Date by: Morgan Matson


Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Spontaneous Miscellaneous

Hi everyone! Happy Friday y'all. I am thrilled to be back sharing some of my favorite things with y'all today. I have a lot to share people, buckle up.

One // Fall tops that feel like summer tops

Pumpkin Patch Dirt Cup

Happy Wednesday everyone! I have a cute and super easy little Fall/ Halloween treat for you to make! 


This is a simple little dirt cup with pumpkin candies on top so that you can create personal pumpkin patches in a cup. 

Wednesday, October 10, 2018

Great Books for Fall

Happy Wednesday everyone! I am so happy to be sharing with y'all another book post! I love doing my monthly recaps where I show what books I have been reading each month, but I thought compiling a list of my favorite Fall reads would be fun also. There is something about having a spooky or cozy book to read while sipping a Fall drink and listening to a café playlist. I get happy just thinking about it!



Monday, October 8, 2018

Tea for the Fall

Happy Monday everyone. This past week was no fun for me. I spent the entire week cooped up in a bed either at home, at centra care, or in the hospital. I had vertigo for the first time ever and am still recovering. I hope none of y'all ever get it because it ain't pretty. I am happy to be somewhat back to normal now and chat with y'all today.


It is no secret that I love a good latte and strong coffee is my weakness. It is also no secret that coffee isn't the healthiest for you and I am always looking for replacement caffeine to avoid headaches. I was so thrilled when The Republic of Tea offered to send me a fall flavor of their tea because I have always found their teas to be THE BEST! I am trying to be a tea person instead of a coffee person and sip a delicious fall flavor every time I want something hot. 


Some of my favorites from The Republic of Tea are:

This tea is the best for a sore throat. It doesn't taste the very best but it seriously helps and is the first thing I grab when I have a scratchy throat. 
I love this one and the health benefits of ginger are so great. The peach flavor makes it soothing and delicious.
I love their iced teas for making a pitcher. I have used several different flavors and they turn out so great. I always add sugar to make it a sweet tea (I am from the south after all), so there aren't many health benefits, but it tastes so good!


Some flavors I want to try from The Republic of Tea:

This tea is supposed to help with memory and focus and I think a hot cup of this would be great while I do homework.
This flavor sounds exactly like what the royal family must drink, so I obviously want to try it!
If you are a pumpkin spice girl, this one is for you.
I want to try this one SO bad come Christmas time. It sounds so delicious and festive!


What flavors sound good to you? Do you drink tea or coffee? I will see y'all on Wednesday with another Fall themed post!

xoxo
Monday, October 1, 2018

September Book Recap & Reviews

Happy Monday everyone! I can't believe it is now OCTOBER.. WHAT?!? I think it is always a little harder to believe it here in Florida because the weather is only getting hotter right now. I am so ready to wear a sweater, but I think it will be a while.
I am so thrilled to share what books I read during the month of September. This is one of the best reading months I have had in a long time. There are so many 5 star reads in this recap and you are going to want to read them people!

Let's talk books!



The Fill-In Boyfriend by: Kasie West
Y'all already know I love me some Kasie West but this was definitely my least favorite of hers. ): 
This story is about a girl who enlists a stranger to be her, you guessed it, fill-in boyfriend after her real boyfriend dumps her at prom.
 It was just too predictable and had way too many cheesy lines for me to even enjoy some of the dialog between characters. The supporting characters didn't really have many likable qualities in my opinion and treated the main character like crap. I did add a full star because the villain of this story is SO easy to hate, which made the book better. Overall, not my favorite, but I still love you Kasie West.

Rate: 3 Stars



Before We Were Yours by: Lisa Wingate
My mom has been telling me for half the year now (not joking) that she wants me to read this book and I finally decided to buy it and give it a shot.
First of all the real-life events of Georgia Tann and the Tennessee Children's Home Society that this book is based off is tragic and I can't believe this actually happened in America. Georgia Tann kidnapped and sold children to wealthy families after keeping them in a home where they were neglected and abused. This book is a fictional tale of a family that went through just that. Y'all this book brought me to tears multiple times. It is so incredibly horrifying and the story was written beautifully. You will be dying to keep reading and find answers to unravel this families ruined history and future. READ THIS ONE!

Rate: 5 Stars!!



A Man Called Ove by: Fredrik Backman
I have heard so many great things about this book so I had such high expectations. Unfortunately this book wasn't for me. This is the story of an old man called Ove (duh!) who is the crankiest, meanest human ever and is contemplating suicide. As the book goes on, you start to understand his past and why he is the way he is. I can see the appeal to this book, because he does become slightly more likable but not to the extent that I actually liked his character. Although his past wasn't great, I never like authors who present suicide as a reasonable answer and therefore couldn't get on board with this book. I feel the author also justified being hateful to others which I don't ever think is okay. I know people who have been to hell and back who still show kindness daily. Overall, wasn't a huge fan.

Rate: 2 Stars



The Unexpected Everything by: Morgan Matson
I have heard so much about Morgan Matson and realized I have never read one of her contemporary books. I picked this one up from the library and am so happy I did. I was at first a little thrown by the size of this book. I have never read a fun contemporary with over 500 pages so I was afraid it was going to be overkill. NOPE! I loved every minute of this book. It was light, fun, entertaining, had a cute romance, and was everything I ever want in a Contemporary. I went out and bought this book directly after I read it  because I just had to own it. I can't wait to read more Morgan Matson books.

This is the story of an only child in high school who is very driven and good at taking care of herself considering her dad works in politics and is always gone. Things change however as her summer plans go awry. There is a sweet family, challenging friendships, and a family working to repair what was broken. I loved everything about this book!

Rate: 5 Stars!



The Tattooist Of Auschwitz by: Heather Morris
I am always a sucker for books written about true stories, and I can't get enough World War II information and insights. Naturally, I was eager to get my hands on this book that was based off the true story of Lale Sokolov who was assigned the duty of permanently tattooing his fellow prisoners with the digits that would later become one of the most defining symbols of Holocaust survivors.

Every time I read a book about someone's experience during WWII or the German camps, I learn something I didn't know before. I truly believe that learning others people stories is the best way to learn history and develop compassion towards those who have experience traumatic events.

This book was beautiful, heart breaking, gripping, and I could not recommend it enough. It is on the shorter side, so it won't take long to read, but it will stay with you for a lifetime.

Rate: 5 Stars!



Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by: J. K. Rowling
It has been about a decade since I last read Harry Potter and I have been having the itch to read the series recently. I feel like Fall and Winter are the best time to read this series. I LOVED reading the first book again while listening to the Harry Potter soundtrack on Amazon Music. It doesn't get much better than that! I may have liked it more this time then I did ten years ago. HP is a staple!

Rate: 5 Stars!



Wait for Me by: Caroline Leech
I haven't heard much about this book, which saddens me because it is SO amazing. This story was rather slow moving and felt very predictable at the beginning however, this book was a great surprise. Half way through I no longer knew exactly how it was going to conclude. This story does cover some hard topics like drinking, sexual assault, and war. I think it did justice to each of these without being too gory or disturbing. This is such a wonderful read and I did shed a few tears. I recommend!

Rate: 5 Stars!



Since You've Been Gone by: Morgan Matson
I loved the last Morgan Matson book I read so I decided to pick up another book of hers. Although during the first few pages of this book I thought the story line was going to be stupid, it really grew on me.
This book is about a girl named Emily who's best friend disappears and leaves her a bucket list to accomplish. In the process of completing each item on the list, Emily discovers herself and new friendships along the way.
I thought it was rather strange that Emily's best friend disappears for the entire summer, she doesn't hear from her, and she doesn't even call the police. It does make sense in the end and turns out to be a really cute story, even though the beginning didn't make much sense. I recommend!

Rate: 4 Stars!



The Simple Wild by: K.A. Tucker
I have heard so much about this book and love stories set in Alaska, so I had to pick this one up from the library. I like how quickly this book moves. This author didn't spend unnecessary time before the main events started to unfold, which I really liked, however it made the middle of the book really drag. The last 100 pages are steamy and cute but I felt that it took me longer than it should to read this book. Overall it's okay.

Rate: 3 Stars


What books did you read this month? Let me know some of your favorites in the comments below so I can get some recommendations. Happy reading everyone!

xoxo
Wednesday, September 19, 2018

My Favorite Movies on Netflix

Happy Wednesday everyone! I have had so much going on lately, including a second job which I am SO excited about. I have however still found time to watch some good movies on Netflix and I wanted to share them with you. Pop some popcorn and get comfy y'all. I am sharing movies that are new and released only on Netflix, along with movies I have loved from the theaters or in the past that are now on Netflix also. Click on the titles of each of the movies to see the trailer.


New On Netflix:

This one is based off the trilogy that I read last year and loved. I was at first slightly disappointed by the movie (because duh! the book is always better), but after watching it a few times, I have to say it is so cute. This is a cheesy rom-com that is very entertaining and so fun. I recommend it for a girls night!


This one also features the hottie Noah Centineo, and is a really deep and emotional rom-com. This covers the topic of body image and I thought the characters did a great job. Once again, just a really cute and fun movie.


This movie is also based off a book that I read and LOOOVED a few months ago. Because I loved the book so much and it was written completely in the form of letters, I was worried the movie would be a huge disappointment. Although the movie definitely took creative liberty with the story line, it worked. It really worked. It is obviously missing details the book has and leaves certain events out, but the movie is just as charming as the book and is cast PERFECTLY. I HIGHLY recommend this charming story (and the book too of course).



Older Movies Now on Netflix:

If you know me you probably know that this movie is tied with ELF as my favorite movie of all time (don't worry, they are nothing alike). This is a story set in a 1980's hair salon and it is funny, heartbreaking, and southern. What more could you want?? Go watch it!


Marvel fans, you surely already know this is on Netflix now right? I am not a huge Marvel junkie, but have to admit this one was great and has excellent representation. If you didn't catch it in theaters, you can now watch it at home!


Talk about a tear jerker. My mom and I read the book of this true story a couple years ago and went last year to see the movie in theaters. It was beautiful. Again, this is a true story, and a tear jerker, but it is absolutely beautiful and so inspiring. Grab some tissues and WATCH THIS!


Don't judge I know this is a children's animated movie but I LOVE this one. My sister and I loved it so much in the theaters we made our parents watch it too and y'all, we all laughed out loud. It was such a hit. This movie is so adorable and funny. Great for a family night that the kids and adults in the room will love.


Okay, so this is a total cheesy Disney movie starring Selena Gomez but my sister and I were OBSESSED with this movie in our early teens. Like, learned-every-dance-move obsessed. If you were weird like us, you will be happy to know, it is now on Netflix.


This isn't a movie but I just had to mention it anyways! I love a good baking show, mainly because the creativity of people under pressure blows my mind. This baking show is a race against time and contestants use some of the strangest flavors to create delicious desserts. Check this one out!


Well there you have it folks. What are some of your favorite Netflix movies out right now? Let me know! I will talk to you again soon!

xoxo
Wednesday, August 29, 2018

August Book Recap & Reviews

Hi everyone! I am so happy to share what books I enjoyed during August. I had kind of a rollercoaster of books this month. Some I loved, some I hated, some were just eh. I read ELEVEN different books though so there is bound to be something you will like too.

Let's get into it y'all!

Dead Mountain by: Donnie Eicher
I was so pumped to read this book y'all! It is about an American documentary filmmaker who sets out to solve the mystery of the Dyatlov Pass Incident that took place years ago in Russia. The evidence is so contradicting and no one has been able to understand why these very experienced hikers were found dead scattered in different spots from their campsites without shoes or appropriate clothing on. WHAT? It was so confusing the whole book.
Although I grasped on to this story immediately I will say that when it got down to the actual explanation and answers, it went over my head. I can't expand on that without giving too much away but it was rather difficult to understand but also amazing and scary at the same time.
The other thing that made this book hard to understand was the names of individuals involved. Because this incident took place in Russia and all the names are obviously Russian, I immediately confused them with one another. I feel that I could have latched on to this story even more had I had a better comprehension of who the people involved were. Again this isn't anything that could have been changed, but it did make it slightly harder to feel attached to the story.

Rate: 3 Stars!


Love & Luck by: Jenna Evans Welch
I really enjoyed how different this book was from so many other YA Fiction books I have read. First of all, I love that Jenna Evans Welch used the location to the advantage of the story and how the beauty and wonder of Ireland, where the story takes place, really progressed the story along. I love when authors use their setting to their advantage and describe it so well, you feel like you're on a journey with the characters. I also loved how this story is mainly about sibling relationships and friendships rather than a romantic relationship, which is rare in cute YA Fiction. This is a quick read, and I recommend everyone give it a shot! I can't wait to read her first book Love & Gelato, which I believe is set in Italy.

Rate: 4 Stars


Castle Of Water by: Dane Huckelbridge
I saw a few bloggers talk about this book and was excited because it reminded me of the books that sparked my love for reading in elementary school. This is an adult story about two individuals from completely different backgrounds who end up stranded on an island after surviving a plane crash.
Sadly, I did not finish this book. I made it about halfway but unfortunately the third person narrative bored me. In something as intense as a plane crash and years on a deserted island, I want perspective into the characters thoughts and feelings rather than plain descriptions of events unfolding. The language in this book was also very gruesome and I had a feeling there would be events to follow suit.

Rate: After making it half way, I decided not to finish this book. I have heard a lot of good things from others, but I don't recommend personally.


By Your Side by: Kasie West 
Who else better to get you out of a reading funk than my girl Kasie West? If you read my July reading recap, you know I read three of her books and loved EACH one. They are so light but gripping and are everything I wish for in a quick YA Fiction book. After not such good luck with my last book, I decided to pick up one I was certain to like, and I most definitely did. Kasie West can do no wrong!
This book is about two high school students from completely different social groups, who get locked in a library together for an entire weekend. They can't stand each other at first but come to realize there is a lot more to people than what meets the eye. Their friendship is on the rocks however when they realize the real world is harsher than the library.
This book started a little slower for me than her other books, but overall it was everything I expected!

Rate: 4 Stars!


The Myth of Perpetual Summer by: Susan Crandall
Hoorah, for the first FIVE star book of the month! This one reminded me of a southern version of The Great Alone which I read last month and LOVED. This book is told in an interesting way and keeps you interested even when the plot is slow moving which is always a sign of phenomenal writing. This book is about a dysfunctional and broken family living in a small southern town full of gossip and segregation. Readers are immediately attached to the main character Tallulah and are dying to find out how her family fell apart years before. As the book goes on, we're left wondering if this broken family is beyond repair or if Tallulah will ever find peace with her past. This story is SO good y'all. You have to read it!

Rate: 5 Stars!!!


Listen to Your Heart by: Kasie West
After another deep and heart wrenching book I decided to pick up a book by my favorite cotton candy writer Kasie West!! I read this book in a day as always with her books and again, loved every minute of it. This book is about a love triangle that centers around Kate and her podcast class. First of all, why isn't a podcast class a real high school elective yet? I SO would have been about that. This is a really cute story for summer and I highly recommend.

Rate: 5 Stars!!


Crazy Rich Asians by: Kevin Kwan
I was so excited to read this book because the movie was coming out in a few days at the time, but let me tell you, this book STUNK. There were far too many characters to feel attached to and the author just constantly recountes how much each character spends on houses and clothes and I think it was pretty much a waste of paper. Don't recommend! I will say however that the movie was BOMB and I loved it!

Rate: 1 Star


Talking as Fast as I Can by: Lauren Graham
It is no secret I have a deep rooted love for Gilmore Girls. My sister and I watched every episode in order together, while sitting on one of our beds eating junk food and giggling at the witty banter between Lorelai and her daughter Rory. You can understand therefore, why I would be SO excited to listen to Lauren Graham's book. Her acting in Gilmore Girls is phenomenal and the show is a gem. I didn't think this could possibly happen, but after listening to Lauren Graham narrate her own book, I love her a little more (just a little) than the sarcastic, hard working character she plays, Lorelai.
If you are a fan on this show, you would LOVE her book. I highly suggest the audiobook because it truly makes you feel as though you're besties with Lauren. Casual right? Hearing her take on events throughout her life had me laughing out loud! READ/LISTEN to this book NOW!!

Rate: 5 Stars!!


Evicted by: Matthew Desmond
I was very excited to read this book along with some other book lovers on Instagram for a virtual book club. This is written by a Harvard sociologist who is passionate about changing the demographic surrounding evictions in America. This book certainly brought to my attention the problems within this broken system but sadly I didn't feel like I finished with many solutions. I am always on board to read a book that will give me insight into how a population of people different from me feel, but I hate when authors don't present clear solution in the end. Overall, I think this author did a great job telling the stories of these individuals who have faced multiple evictions, however I sometimes felt lost with all the names and people mentioned. It was hard to keep track of who was who. Overall, because of all the recognition and awards this book received I was expecting a tad bit more. A book that is a little more personal like Becoming Ms. Burton, is further up my alley. I do recommend this book though. It is very informative and can really carve room for compassion in your heart for others.

Rate: 3 Stars


The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by: Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows
I will be honest, I never heard of this book until I saw that Netflix was turning it into a movie. I always feel that I owe the book a read before ever watching the movie adaptation so I decided to pick it up. The cashier at Barnes and Noble raved about how much she loved it and since then, I have heard nothing but good things about it. After reading it myself I can say that I loved this book y'all! Definitely one of my favorites of the year so far.
 It is told in a series of letters which is so different than anything I have read recently and it really challenged me. This was one of those books that reminded me of why I love to read. It transported me so vividly to Guernsey and created such strong feelings of love and hate for certain characters. This is a true sign of a talented author. I feel as though I am an honorary member of this society and would love it you were too. READ IT!

Rate: 5 Stars!


Where'd You Go Bernadette by: Maria Semple
I have heard such great things about this book and was so excited to pick it up but it fell slightly short. It was okay and it made for a quick read but the story was just plain odd sometimes. The review quotes on the cover stated that this book is so "funny" and "comedic" but I don't know where they got that from. I mean there were parts that I could tell were supposed to be funny but the writing didn't sell it for me. The story was okay but I didn't quite understand some of the characters. Again, the writing and style of the book was a bit odd but not completely unenjoyable.

Rate: 3 Stars


Love and Gelato by: Jenna Evan Welch
After starting and  not really feeling several books I picked up, I decided to go with the first book by Jenna Evan Welch. I loved Love & Luck earlier in the month and couldn't wait to give this one a try also. I loved it even more!!
This story is set in Italy following a girl who just lost her mom and is meeting her father for the first time. There is love, heartbreak, and lot's of Italian food. Just what I needed. Couldn't recommend this one enough!

Rate: 5 Stars!


Cheers to another great reading month, and learning more and more. I want to hear what books YOU have read this past month. I love recommendations of all kinds. Comment your absolute favs! I have already started thinking about what books I want to read this September and can't wait to share.

I am also going to try to get on my blogging game this month, after slacking big time in August. Talk to you soon!

xoxo