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June 19, 2015

Friday Favorites

Happy Friday! Today is our second Friday that we get out 2 hours early for summer hours.  To say I am excited is an understatement. I have a busy weekend but some fun projects planned, and some relaxing in the sun too. We have a big family gathering on Sunday too so I am excited to see everyone. What do you have planned? 

Let’s get to those favorites now, shall we?! 

 

Favorite Quote: No regrets. 

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Favorite Recipe: Cheesecake is one of my weaknesses. No Bake Cherry Cheesecake, Yes Please. 

No Bake Cherry Cheesecake Bars | cravingsofalunatic.com | These no bake cherry cheesecake bars are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Whip up a batch today!
Favorite Cleaning Schedule: I really like this plan for breaking down all the rooms in your house and creating a schedule for really deep cleaning or de-cluttering your home. I seem to always be adding things to my home and I want to work more on doing with less and really minimizing the things I own. 

How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time, and we'll be decluttering our homes in the same way. Breaking our homes into manageable tasks and scheduling when those tasks will take place will lead to a more organized, decluttered life in the not-too-distant future.
Favorite Hair Tips:  Some simple tips but very close to what I do for my hair. 

 

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Favorite Funnies:

I mean when you put it that way, it’s kinda creepy. Ha! 

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Genius!! 

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Linking up with Natasha for 5 on Friday.

 

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June 18, 2015

Literary Ladies – Summer Reading Challenge

I  may have joined one too many reading challenges this summer, but it will help to motivate me to finish some of the books on my ever growing list of books to read. When Kay and Kristen joined forces for a pretty simple list of categories I figures it was worth a go. Each photo and book title links to the Goodreads summary page, portions provided in italics below each book. 

 

LITERARY LADIES

Some basic rules: 

The challenge will run from June 21, 2015 until September 21, 2015.

You are allowed 2 rereads for this challenge in order to be considered for the prizes. 

All books must be 200 pages in length. If you are listening to your books, be sure that it complies accordingly. 

The first 3 categories are mandatory. But if you do not like one or two of the other 7 categories, you can skip it and replace it with one of their book club picks! 

 

My book picks!! 

  1. A YA book

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Faking Perfect by Rebecca Phillips 

When Lexi Shaw seduced Oakfield High’s resident bad boy Tyler Flynn at the beginning of senior year, he seemed perfectly okay with her rules:

1. Avoid her at school.
2. Keep his mouth shut about what they do together.
3. Never tease her about her friend (and unrequited crush) Ben.

Because with his integrity and values and golden boy looks, Ben can never find out about what she’s been doing behind closed doors with Tyler. Or that her mom’s too busy drinking and chasing losers to pay the bills. Or that Lexi’s dad hasn’t been a part of her life for the last thirteen years. But with Tyler suddenly breaking the rules, Ben asking her out, and her dad back in the picture, how long will she be able to go on faking perfect?

  1. Non US Author

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The Last Letter from Your Lover – by Jojo Moyes 

It is 1960. When Jennifer Stirling wakes up in the hospital, she can remember nothing-not the tragic car accident that put her there, not her husband, not even who she is. She feels like a stranger in her own life until she stumbles upon an impassioned letter, signed simply “B”, asking her to leave her husband.

Years later, in 2003, a journalist named Ellie discovers the same enigmatic letter in a forgotten file in her newspaper’s archives. She becomes obsessed by the story and hopeful that it can resurrect her faltering career. Perhaps if these lovers had a happy ending she will find one to her own complicated love life, too. Ellie’s search will rewrite history and help her see the truth about her own modern romance.

  1. A book that was recommended by a blogger (or instagrammer / you-tuber / goodreads-er)

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The Underwriting recommended by Biana on her Summer Reading List

The Social Network meets The Wolf of Wall Street in The Underwriting, as it takes you behind closed doors into a post-recession world of sex scandals, power plays, and underhanded dealings.

Todd Kent is young, hot, and on his way to the top of Wall Street when the eccentric founder of Hook, the popular new dating app, handpicks him to lead its IPO. Given just two months to pull it off, Todd and his investment banking team—brainy Neha, party-boy Beau, and old college flame Tara Taylor—race to close the $14 billion deal of the decade. It’s the chance of a lifetime for Tara, too, who sees her opportunity to break through the glass ceiling and justify six years of sacrifices for her career.

  1. A book that has been on your TBR list for a year or more 

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Simply from Scratch – by Alicia Bessette 

Rose-Ellen (“Zell”) Carmichael Roy wears her late husband Nick’s camouflage apron even when she’s not in the kitchen. That’s her widow style.

It’s been over a year since Nick died tragically during a post-Katrina relief mission in New Orleans. Long enough, according to the grief pamphlets, to have begun to move on with her life. But Zell is still unable to enter her attic, which is full of Nick memories. She hasn’t even turned on her oven because cooking was Nick’s chore. That is, until she decides to enter the first annual Desserts that Warm the Soul baking contest, hoping to donate the grand prize to Katrina survivors in Nick’s memory.

Meanwhile, Zell’s nine-year-old neighbor, Ingrid Knox, is learning to cope with the loneliness of growing up without a mother. With an imagination as big as her heart, Ingrid treasures her doting father but begins to plot how she will meet the woman who abandoned her so many years ago. When an embarrassing baking mishap brings Zell and Ingrid together, they form an unlikely friendship that will alter both of their lives forever. Together, and with the help of a lively and loveable cast of friends and family, Zell and Ingrid embark on winning the Desserts that Warm the Soul contest – and learn that through the many sorrows and joys of life, with a little bit of flour and a pinch of love, anything is possible.

  1. A book with a kickass female character

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Lucy Kincaid – Best Laid Plans (Lucy Kincaid #9)  by Allison Brennan  

I’ve read the other eight books in this series and Lucy is rough around the edge but a kickass person who has overcome a lot. IT’s not actually due to be published until August 5th so I have time to read the other books. 

Newly minted FBI Agent Lucy Kincaid is settling into her job in San Antonio, Texas, when the corpse of Harper Worthington, the husband of a sitting congresswoman, is found naked in a motel on the wrong side of town. It’s up to Lucy to locate the last person to see him alive: a teenage prostitute who seems to have vanished into thin air.

When forensics determines that Harper was poisoned, Lucy and her new by-the-book partner dig deep into his life to find out who might want him dead. Why did Harper lie to his wife and his staff? Was he involved in an illicit affair? Embezzling money? Laundering money for a drug cartel? Or was he simply a pawn in someone else’s dangerous game?

  1. A book that is or will be a movie (or TV show)

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The DUFF: Designated Ugly Fat Friend by Kody Keplinger

Seventeen-year-old Bianca Piper is cynical and loyal, and she doesn’t think she’s the prettiest of her friends by a long shot. She’s also way too smart to fall for the charms of man-slut and slimy school hottie Wesley Rush. In fact, Bianca hates him. And when he nicknames her “the Duff,” she throws her Coke in his face.

But things aren’t so great at home right now, and Bianca is desperate for a distraction. She ends up kissing Wesley. Worse, she likes it. Eager for escape, Bianca throws herself into a closeted enemies-with-benefits relationship with him.

  1. A book written by a comedian or celebrity – or even a memoir if neither of those are your jam.

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 Bossypants by Tina Fey

Before Liz Lemon, before “Weekend Update,” before “Sarah Palin,” Tina Fey was just a young girl with a dream: a recurring stress dream that she was being chased through a local airport by her middle-school gym teacher. She also had a dream that one day she would be a comedian on TV.

  1. A book with a one word title.

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Grayson by Lisa Eugene 

All she needed was a job…
The last thing twenty-four year old grad student Angie Roberts needs is to worry about her new boss’s father. After all, she’s never even seen him. He remains sequestered upstairs in a house that looks like it should be the main feature in an episode of Hoarders. She had no idea the house was such a dump when she took the job. But she’s concerned about the safety and health of the old man living under such horrid conditions.

What she got was a mystery…
Despite warnings not to venture upstairs, she wanders up to the second floor. What she sees is shocking. The man she finds is a gorgeous, sexy, middle-aged man– and he’s stepping out of the shower. But something is definitely not right. Why would this wealthy, handsome man live in a house in such disrepair while his nine-teen year old son resides in a lavish penthouse? Why does he hide away from society? Why does he come to her rescue and then run away?

What she discovered was heartbreaking…
Angie learns that forty-four year old Grayson Whitmore suffers from schizophrenia. Paranoid, he retreats into his own world.

  1. A suspenseful book – a mystery, a thriller, a book about revenge!

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Trust No One by Paul Cleave

Jerry Grey is known to most of the world by his crime writing pseudonym, Henry Cutter-a name that has been keeping readers at the edge of their seats for more than a decade. Recently diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s at the age of forty-nine, Jerry’s crime writing days are coming to an end. His twelve books tell stories of brutal murders committed by bad men, of a world out of balance, of victims finding the darkest forms of justice. As his dementia begins to break down the wall between his life and the lives of the characters he has created, Jerry confesses his worst secret: The stories are real. He knows this because he committed the crimes.

  1. A book about Summer, with Summer in the title, or in any way related to Summer because this is a Summer challenge!

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Does This Beach Make Me Look Fat? by Lisa Scottoline and Francesca Serritella 

The unstoppable, irreverent mother-daughter team presents a new collection of funny stories and true confessions that every woman can relate to. From identity theft to the hazards of bicycling to college reunions and eating on the beach, Lisa and Francesca tackle the quirks, absurdities, and wonders of everyday life with wit and warmth. As Lisa says, “More and more, especially in the summertime when I’m sitting on the beach, I’m learning not to sweat it. To go back to the child that I used to be. To see myself through the loving eyes of my parents. To eat on the beach. And not to worry about whether every little thing makes me look fat. In fact, not to worry at all.”

Any of these books making your list? 

Do you have a summer reading list? 

 

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June 16, 2015

Taco Flatbread Pizza

I bought some Naan Flatbread a few weeks back and I have been trying to come up with something different to put on it. I originally tried a pizza with mozzarella and fresh peaches but it was a total fail. Then I thought of my favorite food, a taco and this pizza was born.

I tried to make it healthier-ish by using 93% lean ground beef and greek yogurt in place of sour cream but the bread kinda gives it away. I was a little worried about the lettuce but it really added a nice crunch and flavor. 

Taco Flatbread Pizza
Ingredients: 1/2 cup taco seasoned beef ~ 1/3 cup sauce ~ 1/2 cup taco shredded cheese ~ 1/3 cup shredded lettuce ~ garlic powder ~ 1/4 cup diced tomato ~ 1 NAAN Flatbread ~ Greek yogurt or sour cream ~ 1 pound ground beef ~ Taco Seasoning packet

 

Directions: Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees.  In a Saute pan cook your ground beef until browned and then add the taco seasoning according to the package. 

Spoon the tomato sauce in the middle of the flatbread and spoon outward leaving a 1/2 inch from the edge.

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Sprinkle on the lettuce and spice with garlic powder.

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Top with the beef and spread the cheese on top being sure to cover the beef.

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Place the diced tomato on top and place in the oven.

 

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Cook for 12-15 minutes depending on your level of crispness. Allow to cool for one minute and then dallop on the greek yogurt/sour cream. 

 

 

 What do you like on your pizza? 

 

 

 

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Ingredients
  • ½ cup taco seasoned beef ~ ⅓ cup sauce ~ ½ cup taco shredded cheese ~ ⅓ cup shredded lettuce ~ garlic powder ~ ¼ cup diced tomato ~ 1 NAAN Flatbread ~ Greek yogurt or sour cream ~ 1 pound ground beef ~ Taco Seasoning packet
Instructions
  1. Pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees. Cook your ground beef until browned and then add the taco seasoning according to the package.
  2. Spoon the tomato sauce in the middle of the flatbread and spoon outward leaving a ½ inch from the edge. Sprinkle on the lettuce and spice with garlic powder. Top with the beef and spread the cheese on top being sure to cover the beef. Place the diced tomato on top and place in the oven. Cook for 12-15 minutes depending on your level of crispness. Allow to cool for one minute and then dallop on the greek yogurt/sour cream.
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June 15, 2015

Wicked Restful Weekend

Monday we are not on speaking terms! This weekend was so wonderful and you have ruined it. Okay, a little dramatic I know, but it was so nice to not have anywhere to be, and I could just sit and read, marathon watch Orange Is The New Black, and take walks. There was so much I wanted to get done this weekend but I also wanted to just rest. Hopefully I get another one of these weekends soon. 

I Did

 

After a few episodes of Orange Is The New Black and finishing the book The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry I went out for a run/walk.  These trails are really pretty and they go on for miles. I ended up doing about 4.5 miles. 

 

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That sign made me laugh, that is some fun marketing. Hey if it gets them in the door. Haha! 

After I got home I laid out in my front yard reading the book Wonder and napping. It was glorious. 

 

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Sunday, I didn’t get nearly anything done. I finished Wonder, and watched a few more episodes of OITNB.

I went to get dog food, and stopped at the library to pick up a few books that came in. 

I put a few pictures up in the office and a mail center above my desk. It isn’t finished but it’s getting there. Sunsets from Maine for some inspiration. 

I went grocery shopping and got to the checkout and realized I forgot my wallet, went all the way home, realized my debit card was in my purse. Ugh. Story of my life. 

The rest of the night was OITNB, reading and blogging. Couldn’t have been a more simple weekend and while I didn’t do everything on my list I got to take it easy which was nice. 

Seamus Sightings

 

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Seriously could he be any cuter?! Nope. 

 

How was your weekend? 

 

Linking up with Biana from B Loved Boston.

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June 12, 2015

Friday Favorites | No Plan Weekend

Happy Friday!! It’s been another rough week so I am glad to see this weekend has come. I have absolutely no plans which is perfect. I have a to-do list a mile long though so no worries I’ll be busy. Hopefully I can finally get my office done, with some art and pictures on the wall. A lot of cleaning and de-cluttering planned and also hiking and getting in some sun with a few books to keep me company. 

 

 

Favorite Quote: Truer words were never spoken. 

 

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Favorite Recipe: Spinach Salad with Warm Bacon Dressing, yes please!! 

A delicious Spinach Salad recipe with an amazing Warm Bacon Dressing.
 

Favorite Mug: Isn’t this the perfect mug? I may have bought it. 😉 

 

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Favorite DIY: This is a much better use of space. 

 

Favorite Funnies: 

 

Snapchat at it’s finest and most accurate! 😉 

 

This Snapchat, captured by the most self-confident of photographers.
 

 

In case you were planning to go to the beach this weekend…heed this warning. 😉 

 

 

What are your weekend plans? 

Linking up with Amanda

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 Also linking up with Natasha for 5 on Friday.

 

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June 10, 2015

Risk It | Book Tour | Review | Giveaway

Happy Hump Day!! If you caught my post from yesterday you know I read a lot, daily. I love the opportunity to read advanced copies of books, and to read more from an author I enjoyed. Today I am sharing the book Risk It by Jennifer Chance. 

The publisher was also kind enough to host a giveaway for Flirt and Loveswept mugs and multiple eBooks. Checkout the giveaway at the end of the post. If you like happily ever after stories with a harder edge this is a book for you. 

 

 

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My review: 

The is nothing Dani likes better than pulling the ultimate con, she meets Rand Sterling Winston IV during a art exhibit convincing him to buy a painting three times its worth. She must hand deliver it though and he proposes a no strings attached affair. Dani’s hasn’t always had the easiest life and when her foster brother is in trouble she always jumps in to help. Rand is from a privelaged background but even he has his secrets. They may just be able to heal each other. 

Excerpt: 

“I really must be going.” Dani turned, offering a smile. She had a clear run at the door, and she gestured to the painting. “I hope you enjoy it.”

“Let me get you a receipt.”

“That’s not—”

“I insist.” Rand turned to his desk, swiveling the notepad around and tearing free a loose sheet. He jotted down a quick note of thanks, signed and dated it. Dani had followed him to the desk.

“Truly, it isn’t necessary, Mr. Winston,” she said as he handed it to her. She opened her purse, and he heard the telltale buzz of her silenced phone. She didn’t even look at it, but the effect it had on her was instantaneous, her artfully easy manner now going tight as a drum.

“Necessary,” he mused, and something in his voice made her glance up sharply. The shiver of control it took for her to not step back from him was obvious, but Rand wasn’t about to let her get away a second time. “And do you always do only what is necessary?”

“Saves time,” she said again. But her eyes were on his lips, and he felt the attraction between them like a living thing. He lifted a hand, and while her body didn’t flinch, her eyes did.

Another surge of emotion blazed through him, this one hotter, less controlled. He didn’t understand that flinch of hers, the reflex she could not quite quell. But he knew the reaction wasn’t about him, and he wanted her to only think of him in this moment—to have the same intensity of emotion, the same nerves, the same trepidation, even a little fear. He didn’t mind her fearing him. He expected it. But the nature of that fear was what intrigued him.

“Ah, fuck it,” Dani said, startling him again. She stepped into his body, reaching up to draw his head toward hers. “I don’t have all goddamned night.”

She kissed him, hard, and the spears of desire touched together at their tips, igniting Rand with need. Still, he didn’t move forward, just let Dani pull him closer in, sensing that the deepening of the kiss was something she hadn’t planned for. His hands went naturally to her waist, and felt large against the curve of her hips, anchoring her almost possessively. She pulled away—or tried to, her body leaning back even as he kept her still and tight. Her smile was satisfied against his lips, and understanding lit through him. She’d won, he realized. By controlling the kiss between them, by taking the initiative and coming to him, instead of waiting for him to come to her, she had won.

“Was that what you wanted, Miss Michaels?” he asked, and he deliberately kept the teasing challenge in his voice.

She drew in a sharp breath, but didn’t take the bait. “Everything I could have hoped for,” she said, leaning back with a smug grin.

He lifted his brows. “Did I just experience sexual harassment?”

Dani’s smile flashed a little more broadly now. “I do apologize, sir. I was just so swept away.”

“Hmm.” He eyed her. “You didn’t seem terribly swept away. I must be losing my touch. Perhaps I should try again.”

“No, no. That won’t be necessary,” Dani’s words were a little too quick, a little too breathless, and she seemed to know it. She licked her lips, then colored at that action as well. “If we’re finished here, I’ll be on my way.”

“But we’re not finished here.” Rand could feel the heat radiating off her, liquid with intensity, and he dipped his head lower. “And you don’t strike me as someone who leaves the game before it’s done.”

“And yet I really need to be going.”

“You can leave at any time, Miss Michaels.” And it was true. He’d dropped his hands from her hips and she just stood there now in the lee of his body, her eyes fixed on his. Her breathing was unsteady, and a pulse jumped just below her jaw, her breasts rising and falling beneath the narrow slit of her neckline. Her reaction to him was undeniable, and Rand’s resulting determination was direct and absolute. Dani Michaels was going to be his. He could see his hands moving over her body, trapping those breasts in his hands, squeezing them, his fingers teasing the tender nipples until she stood on tiptoe, her mouth slack with need for him, her skin shimmering with heat.

He hovered over her lips, waiting for her to break, and Dani stood frozen before him. He was letting her make the final call, but there was no way anyone would believe she was winning this round.

Not by a long shot.

“Shall I kiss you again?” Rand brushed his lips against hers and they opened on a sigh. He curved his mouth into a hard smile. “I’ll take that as a yes.”

 

Buy Links:   Amazon | B & N | iTunes | Kobo

 

Author Info:

Jennifer Chance
Jennifer Chance is the award-winning author of the new adult Rule Breakers series. A lover of books, romance, and happily-ever-afters, she lives and writes in Ohio.

Author Links:  Website | Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads

 

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June 9, 2015

May Books I’ve Read

My favorite day of the month is here…show us your books. I get so many book recommendations to add to my ever growing list of books to read. It’s basically a book lovers Utopia. I had a good mix of books this month. I also want to tell you to check back tomorrow because I have another book review with excerpt and a giveaway. So on to what I read this past month…

 

My rating system:
Five Stars: Blew me away, made me want to stay up till 3am to finish, would read again and again or I didn’t find anything I would want to change.
Four Stars: Really good book, fast paced or thought provoking, but may have dragged a bit or left something unresolved
Three Stars: Okay, didn’t thrill me but didn’t disappoint me either.
Two Stars: I almost didn’t finish, it may have irritated or offended me in some way.

*Disclosure: All books this month happened to be provided from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I am always going to be honest in how I like the books, good or bad. 

Five Stars

  5 Stars

Once Pure – MMA Gym Owner Killian O’Brien lost his chance with Sophia Tres Santos when he was younger but he is determined to try again. Sophia is helping Killian re-build his website and help build his business. Their chemistry is undeniable, for an except and my full review click here. 

Inside The O’Briens – I might be a little biased, since this book takes place in a neighborhood in Boston. Joe O’Brien is a tough cop in the city of Boston, a veteran of the force for over 20 years. He begins to experience involuntary movements, unclear thinking, and fits of rage. After his wife pushes him to get checked out he discovers he has a  neurodegenerative disease called Huntington’s disease, and there is no cure. It is also a disease that gives children a 50/50 change of inheriting from their parents, Joe has to tell his 4 children. Each of his kids while in their 20’s struggle to come to the decision to get tested and what it might mean to them. Is the knowing better than not knowing, and how would you embrace life if you had the disease. It also takes you on Joe’s journey of struggling through the disease that ultimately takes his identity, his job and his pride from him. So beautifully written, heartbreaking, but so powerful. 

 

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 4 Stars

Breath of Scandal  – This book was actually originally published in 1991 but I didn’t feel it was dated, aside from a few stereotypes. This book does have really heavy subject matter. Jade claws her way back to the road determined to get her revenge, in her being run by one family. The sheriff is the father of one of the accusers, her own mother doesn’t stand by her. She moves away to go to college and plan her revenge. She hires Dillon a man on his own road to redemption when she comes back to town to take down everyone involved in destroying her childhood. 

Flipped – Holly and Dan meet when Holly breaks into the house that she believes is hers, but Dan stole out from under her. Holly had dreams of restoring the historical home for her and her daughter. Dan is also the brother of one of her best friends, Johnnie, so they can’t get away from each other. Holly is hoping that if she can’t restore the house herself, she can convince Dan to restore the house the way she envisioned it. Great chemistry, cute story and I am excited to read the rest of the series. 

Before It’s Too Late – DI Jackman is tasked with finding the student who goes missing Min Li. She just had a fight with her boyfriend, so he is immediately a suspect. When another student goes missing the heat is on to find them. You get to hear Min’s side of the story as she describes being buried alive. I didn’t understand the back story of Jackman’s wife but maybe that is explained in further books, it just seemed to be unnecessary, otherwise great story, loved the back and forth from Min’s telling and Jackman’s. 

 three stars

 3 Stars

 We Could Fall – I received this book from a GoodReads giveaway.  Emmy and her husband Jack had a plan to get a divorce and on a fateful day he decided to tell her he wants to try again. That same she gets a voicemail from a famous actor, Duncan, who wants her as his therapist. There is a certain Mrs. Robinson theme and it even makes references to it. Duncan is so used to shielding every emotion and is working to be more authentic. Emmy and Duncan start to feel a connection but there is also the passive aggression husband to contend with in the end. A little too long but overall kept me engaged. 

 Back To You – Kelly has dated the rockstar, she even married him and had two kids with him, even divorced him. She is now ready to marry a new man and forget about her ex, Vaughan. Problem is Vaughan doesn’t want to let her go. She can see she is not in love with her fiance, he is just a safe choice. Vaughan begins to prove to Kelly he can be the father and family man that she needs him to be. I didn’t dislike this book at all, it just didn’t really have an arc or pull of emotion, just fell a little flat but I did root for them to find each again. 

 

 What books have you read this month? 

Will you add any of these books to your list? 

 

Linking up with Steph and Jana for this months reads. 

Life According to Steph
 
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June 8, 2015

Good Times Good Laughs

Happy Monday! I will be recovering from all the laughs and drinks from the weekend so let’s get to it shall we?

I Did

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With a 2 hour early release on Friday, I snuck out of the office as if I was skipping school. I ended up at Margarita’s to have drinks with my work BFF. When I got home I ended up watching a few episodes of Bosch! Thanks to Kathy for posting about it. So good. 

 

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I watched a few more episodes Saturday morning before heading out for a hike. It was a perfect day for it too.  I used the app called Walk For A Dog, it gives money to your animal shelter of choice will every mile you log. 

I went grocery shopping on the way home, then mowed my lawn and planted some grass seed. A little late but whatever.

The rest of the night I finished up the first Season of Bosch. 

 

Sunday

Sunday I went for another hike in the morning, then read and took a nap before getting ready for Kevin Hart. We have a Suite so we stopped at Boston Beer Works for a pre-drink. The show was amazing! I haven’t laughed that hard in a long time. 
Since we went to the 7pm show we got out a little earlier than expected and stopped at Tavern on the Green for a nightcap and then headed home. It was late when I got home so I didn’t get much sleep. Going to be a long day. 

Seamus Sightings

 

Seamus-June

How was your weekend? 

 

Linking up with Biana from B Loved Boston.

Weekending
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June 5, 2015

Friday Favorites

Happy Friday!! Today is the first day of our shortened summer hours. We get out 2 hours early so I finally get to go out with some friends after work!! Usually I am running home to let out Seamus so this will be fun! I also have Kevin Hart on Sunday. This old lady might not be able to hang on Monday but it will be worth it. 

 

Favorite Quote: Can I get an Amen?! 

Ten best inspirational quotes for volunteering

Favorite Recipe: This copycat Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade is a nice summertime drink. 

 

Copycat Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade Recipe- The perfect cold drink for spring and summer. Make yours at home and save $$'s.

Favorite New Show: This is a behind-the-scenes farce about reality TV show The Bachelor. Blood thirsty ratings producers will stop at nothing to make the show a hit. Hysterical, dark, and witty. 

 

Favorite Workout: Great at home workout to feel the burn. 

 

 

Favorite Funnies:

 

funny pictures, dumpaday (3)
 Pretty much my morning routine! 

 

 How I feel lately. 

she thinks she's fat
Linking up with Amanda

Meet At The Barre

 Also linking up with Natasha for 5 on Friday.

 

THE GOOD LIFE BLOG


 

 

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June 4, 2015

Currently….

I have been stuck on the couch the last two days with a cross between sinus issues and flu like symptoms, so here is some things to help you get current on what I’ve been up to. In all honesty too it requires the least amount of energy so I can get another nap in too. 😉 

 

Currently…

Reading: Eeny Meeny  – I received a free copy from NetGalley and I just started it but it is really good so far. Two people are kidnapped and the only way to make it out alive is to kill the other person. Detective Inspector Helen Grace is tasked with finding out who is playing this dark game. 

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Thinking: Seamus is a stinking con artist. I had to take him to the vet on Monday after he had another accident in the house on Sunday and he had a skin issue near his eye, and he was barking when I pet him. The petting I wasn’t worried about so much because he supposedly has arthritis but the newer issues combined made me worried. He was found to have Conjunctivitis, and they told me to go with the same flavor of dog food. Come to find out the petting thing is a behavior thing, he is trying to be dominate. So I worked on him for two nights and I actually got to pet him for 30 minutes without a growl. Progress!! 

seamus-car
 

Wishing: For Sunday to get here, I am going to see Kevin Hart in Boston. So excited. 

 

Watching: Bloodline on Netflix. It took me a bit to get into it but it’s really good. Kyle Chandler aka Coach from FNL. Yes, please. Season 2 has been approved so more to come. 

Bloodline
 

 

Wearing: A tank top and capri yoga pants, i.e. my pajamas. 

 
Wanting: To get back out hiking. I really want to go at least 3-4 times a week, it’s my favorite cardio workout. 

 

Loving: Cuddle time with Seamus and being able to pet him again. 

Seamus-cuddle
 

 
 
 
 
What are you doing currently?
 
 

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