What I Love Wednesday: August 12, 2020

Happy Hump Day everyone! This week is flying by, and I am looking forward to the weekend spent at the pool with my Kindle. That said, I still hope to finish this week on a high and productive note. So, as we head into the latter half of the week, here are some of thisContinue reading “What I Love Wednesday: August 12, 2020”

Book vs. Movie: The Kissing Booth 2

The Kissing Booth 2 premiered on Netflix a few weeks ago, and I decided that it was time for me to read the book and watch the movie. I read the book a few weeks ago and I loved it so I watched the movie last week so now it’s time to compare the two.Continue reading “Book vs. Movie: The Kissing Booth 2”

Eating My Way Around CT: 6 Places to Get Dessert in New Haven County

I don’t know about you, but I have a huge sweet tooth. Dessert is my favorite meal. Give me the cupcakes. Give me the cookies. I’m all there. In the Nutmeg state, there are so many great places that you can satisfy your sweet tooth. Here are some of my favorite places to go —Continue reading “Eating My Way Around CT: 6 Places to Get Dessert in New Haven County”

What I Love Wednesday: August 5, 2020

I can not believe that it is August already. 2020 is literally flying by. I actually found some pumpkin coffee during my weekly Target run, and needless to say I purchased it. However, I am planning to enjoy the last full month of summer. I have a few new favorites this week that I amContinue reading “What I Love Wednesday: August 5, 2020”

August 2020 Reading Wrap-Up

I still can’t believe that it is already August. July was a great reading month with 12 books thanks to pool days and the Reading Rush. I also discovered a new favorite book, The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah. That is something that was on my Mashed Potato Reading list, so I’m excited that I gotContinue reading “August 2020 Reading Wrap-Up”

7 Knitting Tips for Beginners

A little while ago, I wrote a post about how to get started into crocheting. However, I also am a knitter as well. I learned how to knit as a way to cope when my dog Maggie passed away in fall of 2018, but stopped knitting as often once I learned how to crochet lastContinue reading “7 Knitting Tips for Beginners”

Why We Need Boundaries

There are so many different aspects in life that you need boundaries. You need to set boundaries with yourself – when it comes to budgeting, when it comes to the food you eat, and even self-care. You also need to set boundaries with others – with how they treat you, how much you do forContinue reading “Why We Need Boundaries”

Women Who Work: Danielle Costa, host of Back to Basic Podcast

Lately, podcasts have been my favorite thing to listen to. However, one of the hardest things for me is finding good podcasts to listen to. Recently, my friend Danielle Costa launched her podcast, Back to Basic. Danielle and I actually worked together back when I worked at Connoisseur Media a few years ago. Her podcastContinue reading “Women Who Work: Danielle Costa, host of Back to Basic Podcast”

Eating My Way Around CT: 6 Places to Eat in New Haven You Have To Try

New Haven is home to so many places for excellent dining no matter what you are in the mood for. Yes, it is known for great pizza. I’m talking about Pepe’s, Sally’s, Modern, Bar, etc. But, while the pizza is good, there is so much more that New Haven has to offer. In fact, didContinue reading “Eating My Way Around CT: 6 Places to Eat in New Haven You Have To Try”