Diary of a Mad Fat Girl by Stephanie McAfeeMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
Super easy, quick, and I mean QUICK read. It is 125 pages! I basically read it in one night. Its a cute story and would be a good vacation/rainy day read.
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Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Book Review: Diary of a Mad Fat Girl
Diary of a Mad Fat Girl by Stephanie McAfeeMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
Super easy, quick, and I mean QUICK read. It is 125 pages! I basically read it in one night. Its a cute story and would be a good vacation/rainy day read.
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Monday, April 25, 2011
Book Review: Mockingjay
Book #11. Goal for 2011 - 30.
Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
This series from start to finish was excellent. Unlike the Dragon tattoo series that is difficult to start and then takes off this series holds you from the start. I love that the main character has such a different take on herself than that of those that love here. I think that is an accurate depiction of life in general. While the ending is rather expected I was disappointed in what seemed to be a rather malicious killing fo someone close the main character. I am not sure that I found it necessary to the plot. I only hope that movies do the book justice and that my dreams of partaking in the Hunger Games subside.
And yes, I stayed home on a Friday to finish this book.
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Mockingjay by Suzanne CollinsMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
This series from start to finish was excellent. Unlike the Dragon tattoo series that is difficult to start and then takes off this series holds you from the start. I love that the main character has such a different take on herself than that of those that love here. I think that is an accurate depiction of life in general. While the ending is rather expected I was disappointed in what seemed to be a rather malicious killing fo someone close the main character. I am not sure that I found it necessary to the plot. I only hope that movies do the book justice and that my dreams of partaking in the Hunger Games subside.
And yes, I stayed home on a Friday to finish this book.
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Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Book Review
When you finish 3 books in 5 days it means lots of book posts by me which actually times out well as I debate the future of this little site.
Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Like the Dragon Tattoo series the second book is even better than the first. Likely because you are already vested in the characters and understand their motivations. Excited to start the third!
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Probably going to have yet another review in a few days as I am about to start the 3rd book in the series!
Catching Fire by Suzanne CollinsMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Like the Dragon Tattoo series the second book is even better than the first. Likely because you are already vested in the characters and understand their motivations. Excited to start the third!
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Probably going to have yet another review in a few days as I am about to start the 3rd book in the series!
Book Reviews
The Lincoln Lawyer by Michael ConnellyMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
I saw the movie first, literally the day after I purchased the book on my Nook. As usual the book is better than the movie yet there are liberties taken in the movie, plot sequence etc, that I actual preferred.
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The Hunger Games by Suzanne CollinsMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Absolutely loved this book. The characters are engaging, yet I think there could have been more done with Gale. Overall, a great story/triology that has me fully engaged.
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Thursday, April 7, 2011
Random Thoughts/Musings on Life, Love and My Face
This post is going to be a bit random but it seems that I have spent more time taking pictures than writing as of late. Partially because I am editing myself and what I share about happenings with B and partially because I am just at that typical blogger impasse where I wonder if it even matters. Does anyone even care? If they do, why?
Moving on...bare in mind I am bit grumpy and the following is my opinion and mine only.
I blame TV.
I was talking with a friend recently who is going through her own breakup. After two years and much strain she put an end to the relationship. She and I were talking about the demise and how we try and focus on the good memories. She said maybe if she waited he would change, after all Big did for Carrie. I said that was the problem with TV/movies. They all leave us believing that people will change. That we will get a Hollywood ending. When really we should listen to what they tell us. Typically guys don't lie, we just don't listen when they don't say what we want to hear. The bad boy doesn't really change to good. The boy who broke your heart doesn't turn around and apologize because he realized he couldn't live without you.
Newsflash. That isn't life.
I think I hold onto relationships long after I should because I fear failing. I hate failing at anything. I am just sure that if I try hard enough, work hard enough they will work out. I stay because I believe. I believe because I want my happy ending. I want someone to curl up with, legs slipped over his lap while I hear about his day and telling him about mine. The hug when I come through the door, someone to welcome me home.
But maybe that isn't in the cards for me. At least its not my reality right now.
I'm sick of being involved. I'm sick of being reminded how much I laughed, smiled and plain got butterflies over every and any interaction. I miss him on a daily basis but I can't let it consume me. I have to stay away. He has. So that tells me that part of what I thought was there is not. And yes, that is what I asked for. It is what I say I want. So can I blame him for giving it to me?
But really what I want is change. The change that should have happened a year and a half ago. The one that has been discussed so many times but never happened. Because it never will. Not for me.
But unlike with MX I will not regret something that once made me smile.
No Strings Attached would have gotten it right if only they hadn't ended up together in the end. In real life, she would not have reciprocated his feelings. She would have said no. She would have broken his heart.
Stepping off soapbox now. Rant complete.
I'm headed to Vegas in 8 days. That means time by the pool, sun and fun. Sunglass Hut gift cards via my Discover Cashback bonus, are en route to replace the Ray Ban's lost in fun. Something to look forward to...Maybe I will win a little money and acquire the jeans I covet all mentioned in the prior post. They are all I have left on that list!
In other news...my favorite new things is my Olay ProX. I am terrible with my skin. I love to tan both in beds and in the sun. I don't wear sunscreen, I simply worship at the alter of bronzed skin. I get facials a couple times per year but lets face it. I am getting older. For $30 I jumped on it. I used it for the first time today and my skin already feels better. Double bonus that it was super relaxing. I will keep you posted on my love as time progresses but I think this is one relationship built for the long haul.
Moving on...bare in mind I am bit grumpy and the following is my opinion and mine only.
I blame TV.
I was talking with a friend recently who is going through her own breakup. After two years and much strain she put an end to the relationship. She and I were talking about the demise and how we try and focus on the good memories. She said maybe if she waited he would change, after all Big did for Carrie. I said that was the problem with TV/movies. They all leave us believing that people will change. That we will get a Hollywood ending. When really we should listen to what they tell us. Typically guys don't lie, we just don't listen when they don't say what we want to hear. The bad boy doesn't really change to good. The boy who broke your heart doesn't turn around and apologize because he realized he couldn't live without you.
Newsflash. That isn't life.
I think I hold onto relationships long after I should because I fear failing. I hate failing at anything. I am just sure that if I try hard enough, work hard enough they will work out. I stay because I believe. I believe because I want my happy ending. I want someone to curl up with, legs slipped over his lap while I hear about his day and telling him about mine. The hug when I come through the door, someone to welcome me home.
But maybe that isn't in the cards for me. At least its not my reality right now.
I'm sick of being involved. I'm sick of being reminded how much I laughed, smiled and plain got butterflies over every and any interaction. I miss him on a daily basis but I can't let it consume me. I have to stay away. He has. So that tells me that part of what I thought was there is not. And yes, that is what I asked for. It is what I say I want. So can I blame him for giving it to me?
But really what I want is change. The change that should have happened a year and a half ago. The one that has been discussed so many times but never happened. Because it never will. Not for me.
But unlike with MX I will not regret something that once made me smile.
No Strings Attached would have gotten it right if only they hadn't ended up together in the end. In real life, she would not have reciprocated his feelings. She would have said no. She would have broken his heart.
Stepping off soapbox now. Rant complete.
I'm headed to Vegas in 8 days. That means time by the pool, sun and fun. Sunglass Hut gift cards via my Discover Cashback bonus, are en route to replace the Ray Ban's lost in fun. Something to look forward to...Maybe I will win a little money and acquire the jeans I covet all mentioned in the prior post. They are all I have left on that list!
In other news...my favorite new things is my Olay ProX. I am terrible with my skin. I love to tan both in beds and in the sun. I don't wear sunscreen, I simply worship at the alter of bronzed skin. I get facials a couple times per year but lets face it. I am getting older. For $30 I jumped on it. I used it for the first time today and my skin already feels better. Double bonus that it was super relaxing. I will keep you posted on my love as time progresses but I think this is one relationship built for the long haul.
Day 38: Vultures
They love me...Mostly when I'm eating and they think I might divert my attention long enough for them to steal a bite.
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Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Day 37: Headed Home
There is no place like home.
There is no place like home.
There is no place like home.
Side note: Why do all airports have such heinous carpet?
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Tuesday, April 5, 2011
The Questions I Will Never Have Answered
I want to write about it. I want to explain it all.
I want everyone to understand it all.
Mostly I want to tell him that I miss him. That even though I know it
is the right move for both of us, I second guess myself everyday.
I wonder if I'm on your mind at all...
When you read what I wrote, what did you think? Or did you just hit
delete and go on with your day?
Why was something, predicted by so many never able to come together?
Do you miss me?
Why does it hurt so much to lose someone you never really had?
Monday, April 4, 2011
Day 35: Work Travel
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Friday, April 1, 2011
Day 32: Realism
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