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Have Some Respect For Your Ex

With the rise of social media, I feel as though we lost one element to basic human life and functioning — respect. It is so easy to express emotions and thoughts, that it is forgotten the impact that it can have. And, once it’s out there, chances are, there is no going back. It reallyContinue reading “Have Some Respect For Your Ex”

January Reading Wrap Up

Everyone seems to say that this month lasted forever. However, for me, this month went by very quickly. This month was a very successful month for reading. I sadly didn’t read any of the books on my Mashed Potato Reading list. However, I did get a chance to read nine books. And, many of them wereContinue reading “January Reading Wrap Up”

Romantic Reads TBR

I love reading romance books. They are my favorite genre of books, and they always put me in a good mood. Valentine’s Day is this month, and I am so ready to spend this month diving into romantic novels. Here are a few that I want to get to this month. And, yes quite aContinue reading “Romantic Reads TBR”

Clinton Outlet Mini Haul

As I mentioned quite a few times in previous posts, I am obsessed with going to the outlets. This past weekend, I decided to take a trip to the Clinton Crossing outlets with a few of my girlfriends. I came into shopping with a single purpose — I wanted a new crossbody bag in aContinue reading “Clinton Outlet Mini Haul”

What I Love Wednesday: January 29th

Happy Hump Day everyone! It is the last Wednesday of the month, and I am so amazed that we are already at the end of January. It already feels like 2020 is flying by. That said, here are my favorites this week: Graphic Novels: I started my journey by watching Ariel Bissett’s YouTube channel. InContinue reading “What I Love Wednesday: January 29th”

Do Relationships Change Us?

I have been in a relationship for over two years. I can honestly say that I am not the same person who I was when I first entered my relationship. I definitely grew to be more responsible and mature. Same with my boyfriend. That said, I have began to think about relationships and how theyContinue reading “Do Relationships Change Us?”

Eating My Way Around CT: Bangkok Boulevard

Thai food is one of my go-tos when it comes to takeout on a Friday night. I know it’s cliche, but I love it. In the winter months, it’s definitely something that I get on a regular basis. And, it’s definitely one the healthier side. One of my favorite places in Hamden is by farContinue reading “Eating My Way Around CT: Bangkok Boulevard”

What I Love Wednesday: January 21

This week is a four day week for me, and I couldn’t be more excited. I’m just recovering from a cold and a stomach virus, so I am so excited to just feel better. Anyways, here are my favorites of the week: Little Big Town’s New Album Little Big Town has become one of myContinue reading “What I Love Wednesday: January 21”

Wanna Start Bullet Journaling? Here’s Some Ideas To Get Started!

I am new to the whole bullet journaling concept, but so far I’ve been really loving it. It has been helping me stay on top of my goals, and helping me stay organized. Now, what is a bullet journal? According to Wikipedia, the definition of a bullet journal is a method of personal organization developedContinue reading “Wanna Start Bullet Journaling? Here’s Some Ideas To Get Started!”

21 Mashed Potato Books I Want to Get To In 2020

You may be looking at the title and scratching your head. What is a mashed potato book? Well, according to one of my favorite podcasts Books UnBound, a mashed potato book is something that has been on your to be read shelf for a while. After listening to this, I decided to compile a list ofContinue reading “21 Mashed Potato Books I Want to Get To In 2020”