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A fun and quirky read that was really easy to get into. It was thoughtful and introspective without being heavy. I would not recommend it if you don't like quirky books. 

Fun, breezy read. Definitely a good beach read. I enjoyed the writing for the most part and I always love reading about food. 

This is a good memoir, I'm a sucker for those. Its very inspiring to read about John Wood's journey but its mainly about how he started the nonprofit and the nonprofit sector, I would have enjoyed a more thorough look at the building of the libraries and how they operated. 

I can't even. There are no words for this book. It is haunting and heartbreaking and brilliantly written. The emotions of the characters in this book jump off the page, they are so palpable. I'm still walking around with heavy boots after finishing this book. This book stays with you. It is a must read. 

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What's on your bookshelf? I have a sickness in which I cannot stop buying books, so please, do tell!

Summer Wish List

Summer Wish List by prissyt featuring roxy bikini


Spring has finally sprung in Maryland but I can assure it won't be here for long! Soon, we'll be bemoaning the heat and longing for the few days that Spring is actually here. BUT! BUT! that means that summer vacation is right around the corner! There are 41 days left in the school year and with that, I've been dreaming about the warm weather and all that comes with it! Unfortunately, husband says I am cut off from buying anymore clothes for summer but here is my wish list if my bank account was bottomless!

1. J.Crew Dree Dress // This dress is so beautiful in person. I was really tempted to buy and then ask G for forgiveness for having bought another dress "that I'm going to wear to every wedding we have this summer!" Go buy it if you still have a summer clothing budget!
 2. Rikshaw Design Waves Classic Kurta // I recently saw this tunic in person as. I seriously wanted to put it on and walk out of the store. It is a lightweight fabric that would be perfect for summer. Alas, my aversion to jail stopped me from taking the damn thing and running. 
3. J.Crew Chino Short in Sea Glass // I probably own 10 pairs of these shorts in an array of colors. Adding this punchy green would be the perfect complement to all the colors I already own!
4.Anthropologie Fontes Blouse in Blue Motif // I posted about this blouse awhile back. I still don't own it and I still love. It would be so cute with white jeans or shorts. 
5. Roxy Draped Bikini // Sadly this bikini is unavailable right now. I guess it makes sense since scalloped anything is like the coolest thing since sliced bread. It looks comfortable. 
6. Kate Spade Trendy Sandal // I love the bow detail. Think its adorable. However, I just bought Chucks so I'm not really sure where my shoe style is going right now. 

So, tell me- what's on your summer wish list? 

Happy Thursday, friends!  

Guest Bedroom Makeover

Our guest bedroom is in quite a state. First of all it is painted a weird peachy orange. The blinds on the windows are cheap and the strings are all tangled up. The dresser that currently resides in there is from God knows when- it is old. It is my goal over the summer to update this room as well as get a desk in there so we have a space to get work done when we are home. 

This picture is serving as my inspiration:

 

I love the wall color- Benjamin Moore Harbor Haze .  I also love the idea of a floral headboard and am going to try my hand at DIY-ing a headboard. 

The dresser is going to get sanded down and get a fresh coat of paint. I'm thinking a variation of kelly green for the dresser. Kind of like this (with different knobs):

 

I have two brown wood bedside tables that will remain as is in there. The bed is currently draped in this and that will stay as well: 

I am currently on the hunt for a desk. I found one I liked at Ikea but my husband is currently over Ikea because the dresser in our room is pretty much falling apart. I would also like to add Roman shades to the windows in the room but those things are pricey so I'm trying to hunt down the best price!

This is what I am thinking so far. Who knows what the end product will look like!

Day at the Aquarium!

Day at the Aquarium! by prissyt featuring petite straight leg jeans


The sun is shining and the temperature is slowly rising in Baltimore! G is off work today so we are heading down to the Inner Harbor to go to the aquarium which I haven't been to in years so I'm really looking forward to it. I've recently decided that my closet is lacking in decent looking "chill" clothes if you will so if I had a budget for these types of clothes this is what I would be rocking to the aquarium!

Friday Five Word Vomit

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Today you get a Friday Five. I love reading these posts on other blogs and enjoy writing them so here it is:
 
1. Today is the first day of my SPRING BREAK. It could not have come at a better time. My students have had enough of me and I of them. I actually  had a student (who isn't even in my class) ask me why I'm never absent which I took as a compliment of my work ethic lol. He was probably prompted to ask me this because his teacher is always absent. He must think its the norm for your teacher to be out at least two days a week. 

2.  I've been doing really well with my exercising and eating healthier. I've really buckled down on the training for this half marathon and started doing the 100 push-ups challenge. Push-ups are the devil. I'm even going to Bikram tonight at 6pm. I don't think I've ever worked out on a Friday night. Ever.

3. I recently bought a pair of Chuck Taylors. I'm not sure I am cool enough to pull them off. I got these.  My  husband thinks they are hideous. We'll see what they look like when they get here. 

4. I am making Cadbury Egg Cookie Cake Bars from the Picky Palate for our Easter brunch at my sister's and also for our Easter dinner at G's mom's house. Truthfully, I don't like Cadbury Eggs creme or otherwise but these look so delicious and I think I'll like the Cadbury eggs mixed with all the other deliciousness. 



5. I have so many projects I want to tackle during spring break. Lots of organizing and cleaning but I also want to relax as well. After break, there are about 10 weeks left of school which is just crazy. This year has flown by. 

Happy Friday, lovelies! If you live on the East Coast, get out and enjoy the sunshine! It doesn't appear to be that warm out but it looks like spring so I'll take it! 

Thursday Thoughts

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I'd do well to remember this as spring is here and there are so many clothes out there that I am coveting!
Happy Thursday, friends! The weekend is so close!

 

 

 

Sunday Social

I've been loving linking up with Ashley Lately and A Complete Waste of Makeup each Sunday for Sunday Social! 

1. What is your favorite thing to do on a rainy day?

Clean and read. I use rainy days as an opportunity to get my house in order and catch up on books and magazines I've been meaning to read!

2. What is your favorite thing to do on a summer weekend?

My parents have a pool in their backyard and it is hands down  my most favorite place to gather with my family and friends! I love it back there.

3. What is your favorite spring activity?

Here in my city there are always tons of festivals, fairs, and such going on usually right down the street from our house or in another neighborhood in the city, I love going to those when the weather is so nice in the spring- not too hot, not too cold!

4. What is your favorite way to spend a winter day?

By a fireplace, no doubt. Wish I had one in my house!

5. What is your favorite season and why? 

Summer!! Summer = no work!

6. What is the best birthday you ever had?

I had a surprise birthday at the indoor pool in my hometown (my birthday is in December) and I remember it so vividly so I'm going with that one. I've had plenty of amazing birthdays, thought!

Next week's questions

1. What is your favorite thing about spring?

2. What is your favorite kind of flower to grow or receive?

3. What is your favorite nail polish color?

4. What is your favorite outdoor activity?

5. Do you have any fun spring plans? Details!