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Weekly Joy Reflection

I’ve been struggling with anxiety a lot (a global pandemic decidedly did not help). So, I’ve decided to do a post a week about things that I am grateful for or have found joy in. This week: Your Mom Writes Books podcast, a staycation, and my birthday!

Weekly Joy Reflection

I’ve been struggling with anxiety a lot (a global pandemic decidedly did not help). So, I’ve decided to do a post a week about things that I am grateful for or have found joy in. This week: being vaccinated, Pokemon Snap, and Pause for Mind.

Weekly Joy Reflection

Book Rec: The Princess Bride by William Goldman

The Book’s Basics Title: The Princess Bride Author: William Goldman Series: Stand alone Genre: Adventure, fairytale feel, bit of romance Format: Audiobook Length: 2 1/2 hours Initial Reaction: I grew up with the movie and I had the same nostalgia listening to the book. Summary Buttercup is on track to being the most beautiful womanContinue reading “Book Rec: The Princess Bride by William Goldman”

Weekly Joy Reflection

I’ve been struggling with anxiety a lot (a global pandemic decidedly did not help). So, I’ve decided to do a post a week about things that I am grateful for or have found joy in.

A Temporary Change in Direction

I’m jumping back into posting, but going easy on myself while I get back into things. I’m changing the focus of my posts while I heal.

Book Rec: To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before by Jenny Han

The Book’s Basics Title: To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before Author: Jenny Han Series: Yes Genre: YA Romance Length: 368 pages Initial Reaction: It was cute, had dynamic characters, and also addressed important issues. Summary Lara Jean has loved five boys in her life. She has never told them, instead deciding to let themContinue reading “Book Rec: To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before by Jenny Han”

Book Rec: The Radium Girls by Kate Moore

The Book’s Basics Title: The Radium Girls Author: Kate Moore Series: No. Genre: Non-fiction, but told like a story. Length: 480 pages Initial Reaction: Anger that women were treated this way, but grateful that working conditions have improved. Summary This book explores the stories of women who worked as painters in the early to midContinue reading “Book Rec: The Radium Girls by Kate Moore”

Reading to Write Series: V.E. Schwab

Brief Biography Victoria (V.E) Schwab lives between the US, Scotland, and France. She was born in the late 80’s. She went to Washington University and majored in Communication Design after deciding against several other majors. She has published a lot of stories, with a mix of different age groups and formats. Her first book, TheContinue reading “Reading to Write Series: V.E. Schwab”

Back From My Breather

And – exhale. I hope that you’ve all been well! The time I’ve had off has been both busier and longer than expected, but I am so excited to be back. Here’s a quick recap on what I’ve been up to: Virtual book and movie club I started a book and movie club with someContinue reading “Back From My Breather”