Quote Of The Moment…

 "There's a lot of wiggle room between being a saint and a sinner."
-Joey to Donnell

Unsettling…

 Photo Credit: Jill Rock

 Saw this bike sitting on the path between my building and Walgreens, and got a very creepy feeling for some reason. Looks like something out of a Stephen King novel.

A Welcome Reunion

A Welcome Reunion by Lucinda Berry
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

To start, I didn't listen to this book in proper order. Didn't realize it was part of a series. That aside, it was pretty good, and made me want to check out the first book. Interested to see how everything unfolds. Good performances.

Those Across the River

Those Across the River by Christopher Buehlman
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

This one came recommended, but I didn't enjoy it. The story moved at a glacial pace, and then rushed to an unsatisfying ending. Disappointing when a story with good bones fails to reach the potential you see in it.

Snapped!

Photo Credit: Jill Rock

Crazy, right? Woke up from a nap, and noticed the cactus completely snapped in half. Don't know how or why, but Steven seemed to think it is salvageable, and it looks to be doing okay so far. Really hope the top part gross new roots, and finds new life.

Don't Know Why…

 

Don't know what made me think of it, but recently realized I never posted my Kevin Owens autograph. How ridiculous is that?! Well, here it is. Such an amazing experience meeting him, and having a quick exchange.

 

My Next Date: Raised by Wolves, Book 2

My Next Date: Raised by Wolves, Book 2 by Casey Morales
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The story itself is still sweet and enjoyable, but there's just too much s*x for me. Think I'll see where the next installment goes, but hope the descriptions of physical intimacy aren't as prominent. Good narration.

The Summer Oath

The Summer Oath by Claire Friedman
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sweet, cute, quick fluff. Adorable. Great performances.

Quote Of The Moment…

 "We treat physical pain with urgency, and emotional pain with judgment."
-Oliver Folt

Vicious?

 

  Photo Credit: Jill Rock

 Know I probably have pictures very similar on this blog already, but think it's super cute.

Handsome Old Tree…

 

  Photo Credit: Latisha Todman

 Went strolling around Buttonwood Park a while back with Latisha for a bit, and happened upon this tree. Something about it screamed regal to me, and I really like how the picture came out. 

My Accidental First Date: Raised by Wolves, Book 1

My Accidental First Date: Raised by Wolves, Book 1 by Casey Morales
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Honest, sweet, funny, poignant. Absolutely love. Great performance.

Quote Of The Moment…

 "Intent doesn't always align with impact."
-Oliver Folt

You with the Sad Eyes: A Memoir

You with the Sad Eyes: A Memoir by Christina Applegate
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As brutally honest, insightful, funny, heartfelt, sad, and absolutely joyous as a memoir can possibly be. Narration is absolutely exceptional.

Quote Of The Moment…

 "You can never live up to something that doesn't exist."

-Christina Applegate

Quote Of The Moment…

 "We are all the products of stories we tell about ourselves."

-Christina Applegate 

Quote Of The Moment…

 "It's extraordinary; what pain will do to recollections."
-Christina Applegate

Quote Of The Moment…

 "Scar tissue is stronger than any other tissue."

-Christina Applegate 

The Correspondent

The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Will stay with me as long as I live, and most likely beyond. Perfect performances.

Ready Player One

Ready Player One by Ernest Cline
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Heard about this book for years, but put it off, because it's part of a genre I don't usually enjoy. Was bored the other day, and figured I'd listen to the first few minutes. Was instantly hooked on this epic journey, and regret that it took me so long to dive in. Pretty close to perfect, and definitely unforgettable. Good narration.

O-Town Concert At Foxwoods: April 17, 2026

Photo Credit: Eric Bain

 That's right! Got to see my boys again! Still can't believe Eric came with me. We had a great day of shopping, good food, some gambling, and an awesome concert. Eric even begrudgingly admitted O-Town puts on a good show. You could have knocked me over with a feather when he said that. Such a wonderful day! Wish I had gotten to me them again, but refused to pay the ridiculous meet and greet price. Oh, well. Can't believe I almost forgot to mention that I turned  $25 free play into $78! So cool! Thank you, King Kong slot machine.

Babies!

Photo Credit: Jill Rock

 Steven gave me these a couple months back. Going to be so cool watching them grow. They are quite a bit bigger than this picture now. Have to take another soon so you all can see the progress.

Fugly

Fugly by Jenny Rachel Weiner
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

Wanted so much more from this, though I'm not exactly sure what. Good performances.

The Never King

The Never King by Nikki St. Crowe
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Really enjoyed the story, but the sexual scenes were quite a bit too much for me. For that reason alone, don't think I'll be continuing the series. Fantastic performances.

The Perfect Play

The Perfect Play by G.S. Carr
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Corny, but sweet. Good narration.

All My Darkest Impulses

All My Darkest Impulses by Lisa Unger
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

Much potential, but didn't follow through enough to keep me interested. Good narration.

What Lies in the Woods

What Lies in the Woods by Kate Alice Marshall
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Figured it out towards the end, but that didn't detract from the enjoyment. Great mystery. Good narration.

Technically Speaking

Technically Speaking by Michael Elliot
My rating: 2 of 5 stars

Don't quite know how I feel about this one. I'm all about a happy ending, but also expect consequences for underhanded actions. Everything below deck was just glossed over, and that doesn't sit well with me, no matter the reasons. Excellent performances.

The Line

The Line: Deadly Ambition Collection by Tim Weaver
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! Talk about a swerve! So good. Decent narration.

The Silent Muse

The Silent Muse: Deadly Ambition Collection by Lauren Ling Brown
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Didn't expect the story to go in all those different directions. Very enjoyable. Good narration.

Month Of The Master!

 As some of you may know, June is my birthday month. More the last few years, without even realizing, I've read the Bill Hodges Trilogy by Stephen King in the beginning of June. So, this year, I figured why not dedicate the entire month to the master of storytelling. I read quite a you of his books, so many are going to be rereads, but I definitely want to squeeze some new-to-me books in along the way. Going to be great fun. Can't wait to dive even deeper into the twisted, absolute genius mind of Mr. King.