This has to be the most books I have read in a month! October was a good reading month for me. I think I am finally back on track to my reading goal of 75 books for the year which is encouraging! I also read some GREAT books this month, including a 5 star one that I did a full…
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The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren: Book Review
I have a GREAT book to recommend and review for y’all today! Spoiler alert: The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren is likely going to be one of my 5 top books of 2024. If you are looking for a fun romance book (especially if you like a fake dating trope), you really can look no further. The Paradise Problem Synopsis…
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The 4 Books I Read Last Month (September 2024)
I’m a little delayed getting the monthly book round up out! I only read 4 books in September, but October should be better since we are half-way though and I’ve already read 4 books this month! As always, if you read something amazing, share it in the comments! I’m always looking for something new. And feel free to follow me…
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Easy Pumpkin Spice Coffee Syrup (Only 3 Ingredients!)
Fall is in the air (although maybe not officially for a few more days), and I am ready for all things pumpkin and autumnal! I love Starbucks pumpkin spice lattes, but to save money, I make coffee at home every day. This homemade simple syrup combines real pumpkin, spices, and brown sugar to sweeten your coffee (or chai!) at home….
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All Signs Point to Malibu by Jennifer Snow: Book Review
All Signs Point to Malibu by Jennifer Snow came out TODAY and even though I read it back in July, I thought now would be a good time to post a review since you NOW can buy it! If you are looking for an end-of-summer easy read romance book (also under 300 pages!), this one may be up your alley….
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Avocado Club Egg Rolls Inspired by California Pizza Kitchen
Our first apartment was about a block from a California Pizza Kitchen, and while they have some pretty good pizza at CPK, the best thing on the menu? The Avocado Club Egg Rolls. They are egg roll wrappers stuffed with chicken, bacon, tomatoes, cheese, and avocado before being deep fried to perfection. And you serve them up with some spicy…
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The 7 Books I Read Last Month (August 2024)
August was a month of getting back into thrillers! Maybe it’s because we are rapidly approaching fall which feels like the perfect time of year to read something a little spooky or nerve-wracking. I also read more books in August than I did in July, which is a win! I’m closer to being on track to my Goodreads goal for…
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Creating Toad Cottage: Making a Whimsical Fairy Garden
We have a sweet little toad (known as Mister Toad) in our yard who lives in a tree. We have noticed him since we moved into our house in 2019, but my toddler has recently taken a real interest in Mister Toad. I have such fond memories of making a fairy garden with my grandma as a kid, so I…
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Half Bathroom Makeover: Builder-Grade to Unique and Nancy Myers Worthy
I have been wanting to give our boring, builder-grade half bathroom a makeover for well over a year now, and this makeover has truly been over a year in the making! We bought our new build house 5 years ago now and despite not loving the millennial grey everywhere, we didn’t do ANY painting in the house until this past…
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