Cheers to 2022
The New Year comes with a chance for hope for a happy and healthy year. As we extend beyond year two of the pandemic, it might seem a bit difficult to bring hope into our mindsets, but that is why it is so important to …
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6 Books You Should Read During Black History Month
February marks the start of Black History Month, a national observance that encourages people to celebrate the achievements of the Black community, reflect on the challenges Black people have faced in this country throughout history as well as the challenges they are still facing today, …
Book Review – The Cactus by Sarah Haywood
It’s been a while since I’ve read a novel where there is one character who is so unique, borderline strange, poignant and well-developed through dialogue and actions that they feel human and are the main reason why the book is a success. The last book …
Book Review – Becoming by Michelle Obama
Becoming by Michelle Obama * ♥♥♥♥♥ * Retails for $19.50 on Amazon There was never a doubt that former FLOTUS Michelle Obama’s book would skyrocket to the best seller list, be the natural choice for book clubs across the country and serve as the perfect …
Book Review – The Girl From Berlin by Ronald H. Balson
The Girl From Berlin by Ronald H. Balson ♥♥♥♥♥ Retails for $19 on Amazon It’s a little bit tricky – maneuvering crying on your commute into the city because you’ve reached the point where the book you’re reading has had one too many parallels to contemporary …
Book Review: Happily Ever Esther by Steve Jenkins and Derek Walter
Happily Ever Esther by Steve Jenkins + Derek Walter ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ Retails for $18 on Amazon. Best read paired with a plant-based meal, like this yummy black bean burger that I eat at least once a week or this vegan banana bread that’s become a family favorite! …
Book Review – Digging In by Loretta Nyhan
Digging In by Loretta Nyhan ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ Retails for $16 on Amazon. Best read paired with your very own basil plant – or a Blackberry Basil Cocktail 😉 New recipe coming soon! I find it so interesting that once you make a significant life change (most …
Book Review – The Good Liar by Catherine McKenzie
The Good Liar by Catherine McKenzie ♥♥♥♥ Retails for $11 on Amazon. Best read with a cold glass of Tipperary Whisky, 750ml retails for $65. It’s not too often that I pair one of my book recommendations with a side of alcohol, but Catherine McKenzie’s latest …
Book Review – The Closer by Shaz Kahng
The Closer by Shaz Kahng ♥♥♥♥♥Retails for $25, on Amazon. As you might have heard, March was Women’s Month and featured International Women’s Day. It has been so inspiring to see and take part in the conversation that is unfolding for and by women around the …
Book Review – A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman ♥♥♥♥♥ Retails for $9, here. Best paired with Good Earth Hathikuli Organic Tea. With three hours of train time each day my commute generously allows for a lot of reading. I’m the type of book worm who needs a …