I know, I know. I’ve been gone forever. But I think I’m ready to come back, albeit it a little bit at a time. I have a review in draft right now, I’ve actually finished another book this month, AND I have the #bookstagram bug again. So, yeah. I think my spark is making its way back into my heart. I still have school, and the homework that comes along with it, but I’m going to try my best to at least get some rambling content and a few reviews a month up here. Since my awesome co-blogger has been…

Happy New Year friends! I hope that the end of 2019 treated you decently, and that you’re coming into the new year with a clear head and an open heart! I’m not setting any resolutions for myself. I don’t really do that anymore. In fact, in 2020 I’m basically focusing on just being kind to myself and letting myself continue to grow. I know I disappeared from here last year, and that our blog has slowed down a lot, but I was just listening to what I needed at the time. I can’t promise I’ll be back full force this…

Hi friends! Did you miss me? I know I’ve been MIA, and honestly that’s completely on purpose. I had to give in to the fact that Grad school was a lot more than I expected and that, on top of work and being a normal human, it was too much. I needed a break and, unfortunately, this is what had to go. I’ll confess to you: I haven’t read a book in over 2 months. Yup. I’ve been immersed in music, listening to podcasts, and watching entirely too many hours of YouTube videos. Essentially, I’ve been trying to give my…

Ah, friends. I’ve done it. I’ve gone back to school, to pursue my Master’s Degree. It’s week one and I’m already remembering how much effort it takes to balance that work/life/school load in a way that won’t drive me mad. Most of my weekend was taken up with reading school texts and composing discussion posts, so I didn’t do much reading for fun. I’m going to have to remember how to fit both into my schedule. Hahaha. Ah, school. How anxious you make me. Anyway I’ll be around, but don’t be surprised if I’m a little scarce now and then!…

Ah, friends. Settle in and let me tell you a story. It’s a story about a reader who, despite knowing that she has a hard time with time management, has been reading ravenously and not writing any reviews. It’s a horror story, of sorts, because she now sits in a spot where they are all looming over her and clamoring for attentions. Ghosts, if you will. Ghosts of reviews shirked, and begging for attention. Yup, that’s me. I’m that reader. While I’ve been doing really well on the reading front, my review writing motivation has been slim. It’s not even…

Is it too early to start planning for 2020? Asking for a friend. Seriously though, this year is all but flying by and, as my husband put the finishing touches on our Halloween costumes for the year, I had a mild panic attack. Before we know it we’ll be rounding the bend into 2020, and I want to be more prepared this next year. Not just in blogging, but in everything. See, my Master’s Degree program starts in a mere 3 weeks, and so I’ll soon be juggling a full time job, this blog (which I refuse to get rid…

Am I the only one who is craving what’s in the picture below, with all her little heart? I saw this picture today, and an audible sigh escaped my lips before I even had time to register that I’d done it. I need some Fall weather in my life. Things Jessica Loves About Fall: Cozy sweaters are not only welcome, they are a must. Sipping hot tea or a foamy latte in the morning is extra comforting. BOOT SEASON. All the adorable boots and soft socks. Everything is warm colors. Pumpkin pie is for sale everywhere, and pumpkins are decor…

Hi friends! As you can see, we have a new look and new digs! Since we’re coming up on on our 10th blog anniversary, I thought it was time to move over to WordPress and take advantage of all the things that they offer. PLUS, that gave me a chance to redo our whole blog! While I loved the plaid, it was getting a little stale. I’m so please with how it came out! Thanks for sticking with us through the move, and stay tuned for new content!

Ah, emotions. One of the hardest things about being an empathetic person is the fact that the emotions of others absolutely affect my mood too. If someone is really angry, I get stressed out. If someone is really sad, I feel sad too. It’s made me able to be a really good sounding board for people, and also great at emotional support, but it’s definitely draining as well. What I’ve noticed lately though is that book characters do this to me too. I finally figured out that this was the reason that I was staying away from Contemporary reads for…