Happy Friday! This week was a whirlwind — in the best possible way. I’m looking forward to a quiet weekend since my boyfriend is out of town. I’m going to bake some holiday cookies, take a long bath, and read so many books. Let’s get into what’s been catching my eye this week! one | the best crime and thriller books of 2020… As we all know, I love thrillers. This is my favorite time of year because I get to build my 2021 TBR list based off of all the “best books of 2020” lists. two | these tips on reducing anxiety and stress this holiday season… This holiday…
Top 5 Tips to Stay Healthy During the Holidays
When you’re in your routine and the days blur together, it’s easy to stay healthy and fit. You meal prep, you work, you go to the gym — boom. But, when it’s this time of year, it can be a lot harder to squeeze in gym time and say no to the extra sweets around the house. With the holidays in full-swing, keep these helpful tips in mind for staying fit, but also enjoying time with friends and family. It’s essential to not lose sight of your healthy lifestyle and goals during the holidays, but it’s also important to live life to the fullest, which sometimes means indulging in a Christmas cookie…
Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Last Minute Gift Ideas
Christmas is right around the corner, and I don’t know about you, but I am so excited! I absolutely love getting gifts for people — it’s my favorite part of the holiday — and when I know I’ve got an amazing gift, I can’t wait for my loved ones to unwrap it. Even though I nail some gifts on the first try, I still struggle with finding something just right for other people. Here is a fool-proof, last minute gift guide that can work for anyone in your life, for any holiday! 1. Create a personalized print. Everyone always loves a homemade gift, right? I graduated from hand-painting canvases (because…
Merry Christmas! (And happy holidays!)
To everyone that celebrate, Merry Christmas! And to those who don’t, happy Friday! I hope every one has had a merry day. In lieu of posting my regular review on this fabulous Friday, I want to remind every one to treasure the time they have with their families today and take joy in the simple pleasures life brings us every day. We shouldn’t need a holiday to remind us to be thankful for the little things in life. So take a break today from the hustle and bustle of life and appreciate the family and friends you have all around you. Merry Christmas and happy reading, Kimberly
Top 5 Wednesday: Reading by the Fire
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! That means curling up next to the fire (whether it be real or digital) with the best books and passing the time in the only acceptable way before the craziness of the holidays. This week is dedicated to those books that are perfect for reading on a cold, winter day. 1. The Favorite This is the most acceptable time to pick up that book people are always surprised you are re-reading. It’s your favorite. The one with the dog-eared pages, crinkled spine, and well-worn cover. You’ve read it so many times, you know it by heart. Yet you still love it and…
