2022 for Juliana Grace

 I am excited to reflect on this past year and share some of my favorite memories, styles, things, movies, and shows from this past year.

It is amazing what all can happen in one year. 

My Favorite Books of 2022

 It's time friends!! Time for my favorite post of the year! Today I am sharing my favorite books of 2022. 

I read 47 books in 2022 and have narrowed down my top 5 for you.

Nov-Dec Reading Recap & Recommendations

 This is my last reading recap of the year! I can't believe it is almost 2023. I have a long list already of books to read next year, ha! 

Today I will be sharing what I read during November and December but later this week I will be sharing my favorite reads of 2022 overall! I can't hardly wait.

Let's start with November.

How to Fake it in Hollywood by: Ava Wilder

"A talented Hollywood starlet and a reclusive A-lister enter into a fake relationship . . . and discover that their feelings might be more than a PR stunt."

August, September, & October Reading Recap

 I have clearly been slacking on my book reviews since school started. As much as I have loved my new school and role this year, I have been struggling to find time for what I love most: reading! I have started to get into a better routine now and try to leave work at work. 

Though I don't have a ton of books to review, I do have some great ones to share.

July Reading Recap & Recommendations

The days of reading for hours in the pool have sadly escaped us, but we can relive the warm summer days together by recapping our best books. 

I read 9 books this month, many being very popular on TikTok and Instagram, and I had some unpopular thoughts about them. Lets get into it.

Excellent Movies in the Theaters Right Now + Regal Unlimited

 This summer has been the summer of movies for me. If you haven't been to the theaters recently, now is the time to go. I got Regal Unlimited in June and it has been well worth it.

What is Regal Unlimited?

For $18 a month, you can go to an unlimited amount of movies for the entire month at any Regal Theater. You also save 10% on all non-alcoholic beverage and food purchases. With movie tickets being anywhere between $13-$16, this is a fantastic deal. If you go to at least two movies, it has already saved you money. If you want to see these movies I am about to share (which I highly recommend), then you should think about getting the Unlimited Pass. 

Here are some of the movies I've seen recently that I really enjoyed.

June Reading Recap & Recommendations

 I say every month how excited I am to chat books with y'all but this month.... I really mean it! Dare I say I have read this month possibly three of my top books of 2022??!! This month was that good friends.

I say we just cut the chit chat and get to the nitty gritty. 

Stoney Clover Lane Dupes

 Happy Sunday evening everyone. I am sick (again!) with a sinus cold so I thought it would be fun to get under a cozy blanket and find some cute dupes for the brand Stoney Clover Lane.

For those of you who are not familiar with Stoney Clover Lane, they are a brand that sells different bags and pouches that can be customized with patches. This brand has that of a cult following and it is so fun to see the different ways people customize their pieces. 

You may also recognize the brand because they recently did a collaboration with Target and it was a huge smash! I loved so many of the products from the Stoney Clover Lane x Target line but they sold out fast.

If you are like me, and love the fun personalized touch of Stoney Clover Lane, but don't love the price tag, than this is the post for you. I have gathered some really inexpensive Stoney Clover Lane Dupes for y'all. I hope you enjoy them.

February & March Reading Recap

 It is my birthday y'all and I am so thrilled to celebrate with my family after school today!

Today we are celebrating some great books that I have read over the last two months. Let's dive into the nitty gritty shall we?

Easy Air Fried Frozen Shrimp

 I have died and gone to heaven.. this shrimp is SO good. I was worried about throwing frozen shrimp in the air fryer, but I shouldn't have feared. This is the best shrimp I have ever made and it was SO easy to throw together after working all day.

If you're in need of an air fryer, you can get mine here. Easily the best $59 I've ever spent!

You're going to want to screenshot or save this recipe for a busy weeknight when you're craving some delicious seafood.

January Reading Recap & Reviews

 We made it through the first month of this year y'all! 

Not only did I do quite a bit of reading this month, but I really enjoyed these books. I would recommend most of these to anyone. I love a good reading month like that!!

2021 for Juliana Grace!

 What a year it has been. I truly can't even put into words what this year has meant. There has been some sadness, disappointments, and grief.. but there has also been a lot of growth, accomplishment, and joy. I love looking back at what the last year has brought and I can't wait for what 2022 will hold!

Let's get into this.

My Favorite Books of 2021!

 Happy Christmas week friends! It is time for my favorite blog post of the year!!! This year has been a busy one and I haven't done quite as much reading as I hoped to do, but I am still super excited to share my favorite reads of the year with you.

If you want to see my thoughts on every book I've read this year, you can see my monthly recaps below:

4 Ways to get into the Christmas Spirit

 Hello everyone! I absolutely can not WAIT for all the Christmas festivities around the corner. I know it is harder for some to get in the Christmas spirit though, so I have compiled this post to get you 100% ready for the Christmas season!

September, October, & November Reading Recap

 I have NEVER had to combine three months of books into one post because I got that behind sharing.. oops! I haven't done nearly as much reading this whole year as I usually do but I have some great books to share.

Can we just have a moment for this book van?? My ultimate dream is to one day move down to the beach and convert a pink Volkswagen van into a traveling book shop. I want to sell books and lemonade with the beach in the background...ughhhh #goals !! 

Anywayyyss... Here are the books I've read recently:

Tennis Favorites!

 Long time no chat y'all. How are you? I have been teaching and adulting and it has been busy but oh so fun! Something else new in my life now is tennis. I used to play tennis a little when I was a teenager and decided to start it up again recently. I have been absolutely LOVING it.

I thought I would share a couple of my favorite tennis items with you today in case you are considering finding some lessons or a league near you.

June Reading Recap & Recommendations

 Another month has come and gone and it's time to review some BOOKS! I got on my reading game this month and really enjoyed several of these. I can't wait to hear what you have been reading!

Let's talk books friends!

Raspberry Lemonade | Lilly Pulitzer Table Scape

 Happy Monday everyone! I thought it would only be appropriate to share a fun lemonade recipe today because it is Munchie Monday! For those of you that don't know, I have started sharing 5 different things on my Instagram stories each day and on Monday I share 5 yummy foods, restaurants, or recipes. 

Not only is this recipe delicious, but it is so easy to make as well. You could whip this up in only a few minutes before having some friends over and sit on the porch and enjoy. I always think lemonade tastes better outside in the sunshine.

Cinco de Mayo Outfit | Cute & Bright Fashion Finds

 Happy Cinco de Mayo friends! I hope you are all enjoying some great Mexican food tonight. I will be helping myself to some tacos. 

How fun are these taco truck earrings from Coras Den? She has so many cute designs and you can use the code JGRACE10 for 10% off her whole site. 

I thought today I would share my outfit for the occasion, along with some Cinco de Mayo inspired fashion finds. I hope you find some cute pieces!

2021 Book Reviews | What I've Read So Far This Year

 I can't believe I haven't hopped on the blog to talk about books since last year!!! That is crazy to me because reading recaps are my favorite posts to read and write. I wish I had more books to share but I haven't made a ton of time for reading since my full time internship started this semester. I am getting back into the habit though of reading each day and it has made me so happy.

I can't wait to hear your thoughts on these books. Don't forget to comments and tell me what you have been reading as well. I love hearing your recommendations.