Happy Wednesday everyone! My fall decor is up and I am officially embracing all things fall — from decor to pumpkin drinks as I mentioned a few weeks ago. However, on a not so positive note, I am recovering from a back spasm injury. That said, I still have a few favorites that I amContinue reading “What I Love Wednesday: September 16th”
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Can We Not Feel Guilty About Self-Caring?
It is quite too common for me to get a text from family or friends asking to hang out during the weekend. Usually, it’s in the middle of a busy week – whether from work or other commitments – and a weekend filled with Netflix while working on a crocheting project is pretty much theContinue reading “Can We Not Feel Guilty About Self-Caring?”
Midnight Sun Book Review
The new Twilight novel came out a few weeks ago. Are we in 2008 or 2020? Talk about a throwback. Anyway, the new novel, Midnight Sun, is basically Twilight told through Edward’s point of view. Now for a little history on the subject. Midnight Sun was started in 2008, but the first twelve chapters wereContinue reading “Midnight Sun Book Review”
August 2020 Reading Wrap Up
Happy fall, y’all! I still can not believe that it is September already. It truly seemed that this year went by way too quickly. That said, I did want to take a moment to reflect on all of the books that I read this month. I’ve read six books in August. Here are the booksContinue reading “August 2020 Reading Wrap Up”
What I Love Wednesday: September 8
Happy Wednesday, everyone! I still can not believe that we are in September. Now that Labor Day has come and gone, I am in full fledged fall mode. That said, I can not wait to share my favorites this week with you all! Disney Fairy Tale Weddings: I have been obsessed with watching this show.Continue reading “What I Love Wednesday: September 8”
Eating My Way Around CT: 8 Places to Eat in Hamden CT
I am born and raised in Hamden. One thing that I love about my hometown is the food. There are certain places that have become my go-tos over the years. This happens when you live in the same place for over 26 years. That said, here are my favorite places to eat in Hamden: Diners:Continue reading “Eating My Way Around CT: 8 Places to Eat in Hamden CT”
Women Who Work: Tiffany from Saving Talents
One of the awesome things about the blogging community is that people look to support each other. Today, I chatted with Tiffany Thomas from Saving Talents. Tiffany Thomas is a chocoholic former math teacher and homeschooling mom with Crohn’s Disease. She and her husband Phillip (who is an engineer) work together on the blog SavingContinue reading “Women Who Work: Tiffany from Saving Talents”
What I Love Wednesday: Wednesday September 2, 2020
Can you believe that it is already September? September means that it’s time to bring on all of the fall things, from the pumpkin cold brew, to the pumpkin bread that I can’t wait to make. Who is ready to snuggle up in comfy sweaters and something warm? I know I am. That said, let’sContinue reading “What I Love Wednesday: Wednesday September 2, 2020”
Shopping My Way Around CT: Pennyweights Jewelry
We all know that I love jewelry. This is no secret. I am a huge fan of affordable quality jewelry, which is something that is hard to come by. Enter Pennywieghts. I discovered this place through someone’s Instagram, and purchased a few items through their Etsy shop. Some of their earrings go for as littleContinue reading “Shopping My Way Around CT: Pennyweights Jewelry”
What’s In My Bag: Daytrip Edition
A few weeks ago, I took a day trip since thanks to the pandemic, there wasn’t anywhere else go to. I went to Washington, Connecticut, the town that inspired Stars Hollow. That said, I wanted to share some of the items that I took with me for the day. For the day, I bought myContinue reading “What’s In My Bag: Daytrip Edition”
