If you asked me a year ago what I thought the best methodology to read books was, I would say that there is nothing like reading a physical book. Yup, you know paperbacks and hardcovers. Then, I discovered the e-reader. Here’s what drew me in: the ability to read in any light, the compatibility soContinue reading “How I’ve Changed The Way I Read In the Past Year — and Read More Books as a Result”
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eBook vs. Physical: Why I Refuse To Pick A Side
I started using an e-reader regularly about a year ago. My mom had an Amazon Fire Tablet that she never used. I had an iPad, but it was hard to bring around because it was a larger size. I downloaded a few books, such as The Hate U Give and Girl, Stop Apologizing. That isContinue reading “eBook vs. Physical: Why I Refuse To Pick A Side”
My Ultimate Intention For 25
Tomorrow, I am turning 25 years old. This year was one of the roughest and toughest years of my life — one filled with unexpected loss, and one that forced me to approach things with strength that I didn’t even know that I had. However, this year taught me the importance of self care andContinue reading “My Ultimate Intention For 25”
Update: 15 Books That I Want To Read In 2019
About four months ago, I wrote a post called 15 Books That I Want to Read in 2019. I came across it this morning, and thought that it might be a good idea to share an update just how I was doing. As you can see below, I’ve read 6 out of the 15 booksContinue reading “Update: 15 Books That I Want To Read In 2019”
Eating My Way Around CT: Hamden’s Roost
What do you think of when you think of delicious, fast food fried chicken? Chances are you’re thinking of Chic-Fil-A. However, there is a new place in Hamden that could give Chic-Fil-A a run for its money. And, I am a huge fan of Chic-Fil-A. That place is called Roost. Located on Whitney Avenue, RoostContinue reading “Eating My Way Around CT: Hamden’s Roost”
What Mother’s Day Is Like For Someone Who Just Lost Her Mom
It hits you when you’re walking down the card aisle at Hallmark. It hits you when you’re watching a TV show and an advertisement for Kohl’s comes on. Mother’s Day. Don’t forget to give Mom a gift she’ll love. But, when your mom is gone, it’s safe to say she won’t be getting a Mother’sContinue reading “What Mother’s Day Is Like For Someone Who Just Lost Her Mom”
I Am Human, Let Me Eat!
Growing up, gym class was my personal hell. Like seriously. I was so bad at it that I used to have to do an extra gym class on top of my normal one. It goes without saying that I was overweight as well. That went with me, all of the way through my freshman yearContinue reading “I Am Human, Let Me Eat!”
Book of the Month: Normal People by Sally Rooney
I am a bit late in reviewing April’s Book of the Month pick. However, better late than never right? This month, I read Normal People by Sally Rooney. The novel is about Connell and Marianne. At the start of the novel, Connell is the stereotypical, well adjusted popular kid with little money, and Marianne isContinue reading “Book of the Month: Normal People by Sally Rooney”
Remembering Mom
Whenever I think about my mother, the one memory that always comes to mind is her in her sweatpants and slippers with her iPod shuffle. The iPod was a gift from me one year for Mother’s Day, and since I bought it for her, it was her buddy whenever she cleaned the house. She wouldContinue reading “Remembering Mom”
An Evolution of Valentine’s Day
In elementary school, Valentine’s Day was the one day where we were permitted to eat chocolate from the final ring from the bell until dismissal. However, in middle and high school, Valentine’s Day was the one day a year when there was some sort of hope in the air. Hope that the object of yourContinue reading “An Evolution of Valentine’s Day”
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