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June 1, 2016
May 2016 Must-Reads
I’m excited to share what I have been reading this month with you. I have 8 great recommendations that would be be perfect for indulging in this summer. This month I tackled everything from historical fiction to thrillers to self-help to memoirs. I can’t wait to dig into another stack for June and share those […]
Amy’s Notebook 06.01.16
Source: Yummy Mummy Kitchen DIY floral centerpieces made with grocery store flowers. LOVE! Have you seen The Rory Gilmore Reading Challenge? This is so awesome (and I still haven’t really watched Gilmore Girls, but now I want to!) Madly in love with this room- love the bookcase styling!! DIY almond milk French press hack- […]
May 31, 2016
Kimberly McCreight’s 3 Favorite Books
Author: Kimberly McCreight (Check out her novels: Reconstructing Amelia, Where They Found Her, & The Outliers. Read more about Kimberly in our interview HERE!) Kimberly McCreight’s 3 Favorite Books Great Expectations by Charles Dickens The book that first made me want to be a writer. On Becoming A Novelist by John Gardner The book that made me feel okay about wanting […]
May 29, 2016
Sundays With Writers: The Outliers by Kimberly McCreight
I have such a hard time committing to series books, but when I heard that The Outliers was 1) written by the wildly talented Kimberly McCreight and 2) that this one had already been optioned for film by Reese Witherspoon’s team…well, who could resist? Just like Julie Buxbaum who joined us last week, Kimberly also took […]
May 25, 2016
Amy’s Notebook 05.25.16
source: shutterbean I can’t wait to try this crispy gluten-free chicken nuggets recipe! A parent’s guide to Snapchat. Who knew IKEA bed slats could be transformed into so much? Absolutely LOVING these shorts (and I truly hate shorts!) Charcuterie Board inspiration! Memorial Day outfit ideas. I love this guy- so happy for his success! Summer […]
May 24, 2016
7 Promises I’m Making to My Kids This Summer
From our marriage & parenting contributor, Mary Carver. For the past several summers I’ve created a bucket list for my family. I’ve scoured local event calendars, scrolled through Pinterest, and subscribed to all the summer fun newsletters I can find. I’ve juggled schedules and friend groups and work projects and vacation days, and I’ve been DETERMINED […]
May 23, 2016
Julie Buxbaum’s 3 Favorite Books
Author: Julie Buxbaum (Check out her novels: The Opposite of Love, After You, & Tell Me Three Things. Read more about Julie in our interview HERE!) Julie Buxbaum’s 3 Favorite Books The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett I have few distinct memories from childhood, but I do remember sitting on my mother’s lap and her […]
May 22, 2016
Sundays With Writers: Tell Me Three Things by Julie Buxbaum
I have some really fantastic writers lined up in the next few weeks to share about their new books and today’s guest is a special treat because I have loved her ever since her debut novel, The Opposite of Love. It’s been awhile since I have seen Julie on the shelves and I was so thrilled […]
May 20, 2016
It’s the 3 Little Things: Best of Summer
Whoa, this was a rotten week. How’s that for beginning a happy list? I am trying to live in a truthful place on the web and my health is just awful these days. For those just joining my Debbie Downer train, I have a connective tissue disease and am in a health slump right now. […]
May 17, 2016
Tips & Tricks for Evening Entertaining ($100 Walmart Gift Card Giveaway!!)
This post is sponsored on behalf of BHG at Walmart. Those summer nights…tell me more, tell me more. Is it stuck in your head now too? I think evening gatherings are the most fun to host and our patio always gets a workout in the summer months with friends and family gathering around our picnic […]
