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Reading is one of the first things that I actively seek when I have some down time. That usually is between the hours of 11pm and 2am because if I try to stop and read during the day there is usually so much chaos going around that I end up reading the same page 10 times before I quit so it is pointless.

1. I downloaded the Kindle app to my 11 year olds iPad to cut down on the amount of book in the house. Honestly tons of books is a good thing but when they are taking over and you have no place to put them then reading an e-book sometimes is a better option (unless of course your truly love the book and want a physical copy). When I downloaded the app I warned her not to make any purchases without permission because it’s pretty easy to buy something with one-click. I did all that before bed, downloaded her the first book in the Chronicles of Prydain series and then settled down in to bed myself. Not 15 minutes later I get an email notification thanking me for signing up for Kindle Unlimited. So I went in the room where she said it “accidentally” happened. Since you get a free month trial I thought I might as well give it a shot so I searched out a book that was recommended based on my interests to see if it was available and it was so I “borrowed” it. I’m almost done and if you like historical fiction, specifically the medieval Mystery genre than I recommend the book The Colour of Poison: A Sebastian Foxley Medieval Mystery by Toni Mount. I am really enjoying it.

2. When I purged my closet significantly last year there were still a few times that I wasn’t sure if I wanted to get rid of so I put them aside. I decided if I didn’t wear them within the year then they would go. So I went through a few this morning and decided to donate the two items (pictured up above). I don’t know think I have even worn them once. I do want a striped dress and I honestly thought this one was a winner at the time but is was too boxy and the shoulders were weird. I kind of felt like I was wearing shoulder pads even though there weren’t any. The skirt was an impulse buy like, 6 years ago. While it still fits, I really can’t see myself wearing it so in to the bag it goes to make room for something that I will wear.

3. A perfect instruction manual for people like me, 47 Lazy Girl Beauty Hacks Everyone Should Know. I did the lipstick as blush thing before and it made me break out, so be warned if you have sensitive skin.

4. I asked my husband what he was doing the other day and he told me he was making a snake knot, and I said “oh you mean macrame for men?” and he said, “no, it’s a military knot because I am badass.” I googled “macrame snake knot” and showed it to him saying “yeah, badass macramé”. I actually did some macrame when I was 10/11. I found a how-to book of my moms and attempted as many small home decor projects from it that I could. I also made my dog a quilt from the same book. It was a good book and I wish I remembered the name of it because I think Roo would like it. Here is a tutorial on How to Make a Gorgeous Macrame Wall Hanging. I love the colour.

5. Lastly, Zara has some really, really cute kids clothes this season. It looks like I am going to spend a lot money in there to buy them some summer clothes. Plus, I love this dress and this shirt from there too. Actually I love a lot more but I narrowed it down to two 😉

What is your favourite genre of books?

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Sara

Sara is the founder and creative behind livelovesara. A George Brown College Fashion Styling Graduate, she provides advice on finding your personal style regardless of age and budget. She is always on the hunt for the perfect wardrobe piece and is a vintage and thrifting enthusiast who can't wait to share her newest finds. She is also trying to learn French.

2 Comments

  1. Love the maxi dress, Sara. Plus, your posts have become even more interesting recently. Didn’t know that was possible. Cheers, Ardith

    • Haha! Thanks! I think I may tend to get more verbal diarrhoea when I blog while drinking wine 😉

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