Books, Movies & Fun

I Went to See a Comedy…and Left Thinking About Marriage.

I expected a lighthearted comedy about a disastrous dinner party. Instead, I walked out of the theater thinking about marriage, the small hurts that quietly accumulate over time, and whether relationships can ever truly be reset after years of feeling alone. (Contains spoilers for The Invite*.)*

Books, Movies & Fun

Public Service Announcement: A Hallmark + Review from a Not-So-Hallmark Girl

Discover how to watch Hallmark+ for free using Hoopla and a library card. A fun review of The Way Home and a smart holiday streaming hack!

Books, Movies & Fun

🎬 My Movie Obsession (And Why I Can’t Commit to Country Life)

I love going to the movies. Not just like—love. If there’s an advanced showing, sneak peek, or opening night event, I’m in the front of the line (well, maybe center row… center seat). I even go to those mysterious “sneak preview” nights where you don’t know what you’re watching until the lights dim. Risky? Maybe.… Continue reading 🎬 My Movie Obsession (And Why I Can’t Commit to Country Life)

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Book Club Shock: Mask Fetishes, Thirst Traps, and One Big Question

I love to read. Normally, I stick with psychological thrillers, cozy mysteries, or the occasional non-fiction to make me feel like I’m improving myself. So when I joined a local book club to meet people in the area, I thought, What could go wrong? A few laughs, some book talk, maybe a muffin or two.… Continue reading Book Club Shock: Mask Fetishes, Thirst Traps, and One Big Question