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Just Stay In.

I actually wasn’t sure if I wanted to blog about this, or if I should even discuss it on my blog and go about it almost as if it was business as usual. But, since this is my personal blog, I almost feel as though I can’t address it. The world is in complete chaosContinue reading “Just Stay In.”

Are You Caught In A Reading Slump? Here Are Six Books to Help With That.

As much as I love reading, every now and then I get in a reading slump where I am tearing through books slowly. The cause varies. Sometimes it’s due to life circumstances or the fact that I am reading a slower paced book that makes me uninterested to pick it up. Whatever the case mayContinue reading “Are You Caught In A Reading Slump? Here Are Six Books to Help With That.”

What I Love Wednesday: March 11

Happy Humpday! This week, I actually don’t have a lot of favorites. I actually debated about not posting a What I Love Wednesday this week, but I wanted to make sure that I see the positive of every week. Listing the things that I love is showing me how to do so. So here areContinue reading “What I Love Wednesday: March 11”

The Hardest Lesson I’ve Ever Had to Learn

On February 25, 2019, I woke up to find out that my mother died overnight. My mom was 57. The day prior, we were picking out carpet samples to redecorate the family room. The cause? A heart attack. It’s been a year since she had passed away, and now that the numbness has worn off,Continue reading “The Hardest Lesson I’ve Ever Had to Learn”

What I Love Wednesday: March 4

Happy hump day everyone! Welcome back to one of my favorite thing to write, which is What I Love Wednesday. That said, while today is going to be a long day, I love being able to focus on the things that I am loving. So, without further a due, here they are: The Morning Show: Continue reading “What I Love Wednesday: March 4”

Giving Up Buying Books For Lent: Again

In 2017 and 2018, I decided to give up buying books for Lent. In 2019, I did not give up buying books because my mom recently died, and I didn’t want to do that. Now, in 2020, my tbr is pretty much out of control. On the other hand, I know that I have beenContinue reading “Giving Up Buying Books For Lent: Again”

February Reading Wrap Up

While February was a short month, it was a productive one for me in terms of reading. This month, I’ve read a grand total of nine books. What is extremely awesome is that some of the books that I’ve read were actually on my Mashed Potato reading list, which makes me extremely proud of myself.Continue reading “February Reading Wrap Up”

What I Love Wednesday: February 19

I can’t believe that we’re already in the middle of the month. Today is actually my grandfather’s birthday, so it’s a little emotional for me. However, on a positive note, it is a four day week, which is awesome. That said, here are my favorites for the week: The Wedding Date Series: You might recognizeContinue reading “What I Love Wednesday: February 19”

Eating My Way Around CT: Sweet Cupcasions

Cupcakes are by far my favorite dessert. While I love baking them, I still take advantage of whenever I could get cupcakes to go. One of my favorite spots is Milford’s Sweet Cupcasions. And, they are pretty famous. They were featured on the Food Network’s Cupcake Wars. Sweet Cupcasions is located in the downtown MilfordContinue reading “Eating My Way Around CT: Sweet Cupcasions”

Why It’s Important to Learn to Love Yourself This Valentine’s Day

I don’t know about you, but everywhere that I go it seems that I am surrounded by love. Naturally, it’s because Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, and every store wants to ensure that you get your loved one a gift that will make them swoon. Oh yeah, and roses and candy naturally. What many don’t forgetContinue reading “Why It’s Important to Learn to Love Yourself This Valentine’s Day”