So Thursday, I had big plans to catch up on #AMonthOfFaves- read all the posts, comment, etc. Then IFTTT stepped in my path and I thought: “Oh what greatness- I’ll make a recipe and then all my #AMonthOfFaves will be in a Twitter list.” I’m not sure what happened- because I had a list- then all of a sudden I had 2 lists. So, I deleted and went back to re-tweak the recipe- so hopefully, it’s fixed and I’ll only have 1 list.

Give some love to Tanya @ Girlxoxo and Andi @ Estella’s Revenge!

On to my faves:

Stacy @ The Novel Life: She introduced me to a new lip balm to check out. I’m excited to try. Continue reading →

Confession: I blog. I blog most days a week. I don’t get all bent out of shape if life gets in the way- but I try to have a blog post up most days a week- whether it’s a review, some bookish talk, giveaway, etc.

But I do tons of things old-school. So, today’s post (This is How I Blog) you probably won’t learn much from me- but I’m hoping to learn lots from you.

Check out the digital goddesses Tanya @ Girlxoxo and Andi @ Estella’s Revenge and then just don’t laugh too hard at my post.

 

Today’s Prompt:

This Is How I Blog {The Digital Edition} – Essential Computer Programs, Browser Plugins and/or Websites That Rock for Blogging Continue reading →

Today’s prompt:

5 Must Haves for Winter Survival – shout out your favorite brand or stores or favorite items

Be sure and check out Tanya @ Girlxoxo and Andi @ Estella’s Revenge for their winter survival list!

Winter Survival Shout-Outs

So, I live in the South. And you know- we do get cold weather here- but not cold like up North. Like I tweeted one day about how cold it was- it was here- it was around 25 degrees- and my friend Wesley H (of the way up North area) tweeted back and said “That’s cute that you think 25 degrees is really cold.” So you know.. perspective. But again- I live in the South. I shouldn’t have to deal with colllllllllld weather, chapped hands, etc.

Here’s what makes my winter more bearable:

1. Josie Maran Whipped Argan Oil Intensive Hand Cream: I’m pretty much not allowed to watch QVC (I only sneak a peek every once in awhile!) I saw Josie Maran talking about argan oil and I decided to treat myself the next time I was at Sephora. My hands now feel like butter and I’m having less and less of cracked hands, etc.

2. Lotion. I go through lotion like crazy in the winter. I moisturize in the morning and before bed. Top faves: Bath and Body Works and Philosophy lotions.

3. Lip gloss. I buy so many over the year- I like Burt’s Bees the best!

4. Face oil. In the spring and summer- my face is pretty hydrated ( the humidity helps a lot) But as the humidity dips and I find myself dealing with cold weather and heaters- my cheeks begin to get tight. The Fresh Seaberry Moisturizing Oil helps my skin and when the weather takes a turn for the worst (or I know I’m going to be in places where the indoor heaters are kicked up high) I add Clinique Redness Solutions Daily Base– it soothes my cheeks and the green tint hides the redness when I’m chapped/dry.

5. Cozy blankets, hot chocolate, and a good book or movie. When I’m tired of dealing with the outside- the fleecey coats giving me static electricity- I schedule a lazy day. I curl up with a good warm blanket, I keep my plush houseshoes near by, and the hot chcolate coming. Books, movies, and snacks are consumed.

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How do you survive winter?

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Happy Reading and Bookishly Yours,

T @ Traveling With T

I’ve read a lot of books in 2015- some have been memorable for many reasons. Good, not so great and a recent just terrible. Some have been even GREAT!

I had an idea of one book I wanted to write about today- but due to a weekend of Christmas shopping and my niece’s birthday party- I just didn’t get all my thoughts together (and I reallllllly want to share ALL my thoughts on this book!) So, today’s post is created on the fly- and I hope you like it!

Be sure and check out Tanya @ Girlxoxo and Andi @Estella’s Revenge for their posts!

 

2015: The Good. The Bad. The Ugly.

Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter

Dark. Twisted. GOOD. Memorable for many reasons. Continue reading →

It’s been a great first week of #AMonthOfFaves! Tanya @ Girlxoxo and Andi @ Estella’s Revenge has been kicking butt and taking names this week (and the rest of you have been doing a great job!)

Now, it’s time to pick a few faves- can I just say alllllllllll of ya’ll were my faves? No? Ok. *But seriously, snaps for everyone for participating!*

 

My Faves from Week 1:

Leafing Through Life’s recap of her reading year- specifically because of her Dirty Dancing reference. LOVE.

 

Estella’s Revenge– Estella Sparkles edition of #AMonthOfFaves. Because. Makeup.

 

Sarah’s Book Shelves breaks down the 5 books that deserved the hype (and the 5 that did not!)

 

And lastly.. Silver’s Reviews spoke so highly of some books- that I have a few to add to my list!

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Don’t forget to share the posts that you loved this week!

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Happy Reading and Bookishly Yours,

T @ Traveling With T