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I had no idea what I was in for, going into Girl Against the Universe. Paula Stokes hits on the tough issues—OCD, PTSD, teen stress and anxiety—all with poise and tasteful humor. Girl Against the Universe had me laughing, tearing up (because I cannot remember the last time I cried over a book—shame!), and quickly turning pages all through this… Read More
Well, hello again. It’s been a quick minute. Between school starting, sickness, and multiple deaths, August kicked my rear. We’re back at it with a new month (and new year for me! Hello, 31!). For what was dished out, I’m actually fairly happy with what was accomplished in August. August Wrap-up Finish ATLYCK edits. I’m finishing up the last details as we… Read More
I am so ready for this weekend (there’s a rumor we’re getting rain. Yay!) What is your spirit oil? I got brain power. I’m trying this Big Picture Class. Buy a book, help the flood relief fund. The most beautiful library in each US state. This makes me want to take film photos again. Things you can learn from the Doctor. (yes,… Read More
Yesterday we laid my Grandfather to rest (wasn’t he so handsome?) He was an amazing man, and he will be greatly missed. He’s been in my mind a lot this week and we’ve prepared for the funeral—and yesterday was the perfect, rainy day. In my mind funerals always happen on rainy, dreary days. This is a super short list of some… Read More
This weekend is filled with parties celebrating my five-year-old! Enjoy these fun links I’ve found around the web this week. Diving into trying to understand my succulents and make them thrive! (and hopefully propagating some of them will help!) Interesting way Jane Austen edited her novels. Excited to make tons of these for quick breakfasts before school (which generally means… Read More
It’s August! This month is going to be crazy with Drew’s birthday, school starting, and all the fun things we’re going to try to cram into the last two weeks of summer. I’m excited to get back into the swing of things, and set some goals that will pack a punch! July Wrap-up Finish a weaving. Run/Visit the Gym 3x a… Read More
It’s almost time for the weekend again. I have plans for no plans at all (maybe lots of reading)—and I’m really looking forward to it. Here are some fun reads from around the web. Have you seen Elise’s one second every day project? I love it. Hoping to fit this craft project in before the summer’s over. This Instagram makes me… Read More
