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Sunday, October 5, 2025
Friday, October 3, 2025
Friday Book Review~ Meet Me in The Dark
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Meet Me in the Dark
Author: Laura Ashley Gallagher
Publisher: Independently Published
Publication Date: September 5, 2025
Print Length: 395 pages
Meet Me in the Dark is the 3rd book in the
Skeptically in Love series. I haven’t read the first two books in the series
yet. I don’t feel like you need to read the books in order. I feel they can
easily be standalone books.
We first meet Celeste and her two best friends in a
hilarious exchange of conversation with Celeste’s doctor after her surgery for
endometriosis. Celeste, an architect, is a strong, independent woman who is
still trying to figure out what she wants out of life. After suffering from endometriosis
for years, she is hopeful that this surgery will change her life.
Celeste decides to go out of her comfort zone and attend a
secret, invite-only party. This is no ordinary party, though. Celeste never
expects to see him again. The man who has occupied her thoughts and dreams. But
life has a way of twisting our plans.
Julian Blackwood is a successful businessman. He likes to be
in control. After a difficult childhood, he knows what he wants and isn’t
afraid to get what he wants. He is shocked and intrigued when he realizes that
his new architect for his company project is none other than the woman he can’t
get out of his mind.
One night of passion leads them down a very interesting path. Both
characters are amazing. I love the banter between the two. I fell in love with
both of them and was rooting for them. I honestly enjoyed all the characters.
They were well-connected, and the relationships between them seemed real. You
can easily see yourself hanging out with them. I am looking forward to reading
the first two books in this series.
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If you’re looking for a romance story with great, relatable
characters, this story is the one. The story is well written; the characters
are amazing, believable, and fun to get to know. The story does have some spice, so be prepared!
I had never
read any stories by this particular author before. I had no idea what to expect. I’m
so glad I was given the chance to review this book and get to know this author!
I received this book as an advanced copy for my honest review.
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Monique
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Wednesday Hodgepodge~ October 1, 2025
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Hello friends! I'm joining Joyce over at From This Side of the Pond for Wednesday's Hodgepodge. Each week, she hosts a weekly link-up that is a collection of questions for bloggers to answer. It's to help bloggers get to know each other better and have a little bit of fun! It's a great way to hang out with friends. So grab a cup of coffee or tea if you prefer and join in on the fun.
So, what is a hodgepodge? A hodgepodge is an unorganized mixture of various things, a jumble of items that don't belong together.
Here are this week's questions and my answers for this week's Wednesday Hodgepodge~
1. What's your favorite fall scent? Would we find this in or around your home right now?
I love apple caramel, and pumpkin scents. Nothing with too much cinnamon. It triggers a migraine for me. I have candles and wax warmers. One of my favorite scents from Scentsy for the fall is called Scary Good. Unfortunately, they no longer make it, so I'll have to find a new favorite.
2. October is Country Music Month...are you a fan of country music? Do you have a favorite country artist? Ever been to Nashville? In terms of lifestyle, are you more country mouse or city mouse?
Country music is one of my favorite genres of music. I enjoy Kenny Chesney in the summer. I like a lot of the older classic artists like Alan Jackson, Toby Keith, Martina McBride, etc. I find a lot of the new country music isn't so country anymore.
I've never been to Nashville, but I've been to other areas of Tennessee.
I was once a city mouse; I lived right outside of New York City. I worked in the city during my college years. Now, I'm a country mouse. I prefer the quiet and calm that country life gives me.
3. How about 'country cooking'? (loosely defined as rich flavors, familiar foods, large portions, often fried, and often associated with the southern region of the US of A)?
chicken and dumplings-fried chicken-shrimp and grits-biscuits and gravy-mac and cheese-fried green tomatoes-cornbread-collard or turnip greens-deviled eggs-'barbecue'-gumbo-banana pudding
Which of the foods listed is your favorite? Any on the list you haven't tried or would say a firm no thank you to if offered?
I am not a fan of country cooking. I don't like fried food. Most of the country foods have flour which I can not have. I do like a good homemade mac and cheese, though.
4. What's something that always has a positive impact on your mood?
I love spending time outside working in my flower garden. It has a calming effect on me. Going to Mass always leaves me with a peaceful feeling. I walk out of Mass and feel sense of calm like I get from nothing else. My stress and worries seem to disappear.
5. As we say so long to September share a noun, a verb, and an adjective that tells us something about how that month looked for you.
Excitement~ I was able to go to one of my daughter's OBGYN appointments. I was able to see my sweet little grandson moving around. It was so special to see him. I know my daughter will be the most amazing mom.
6. My church's bible study for women started this month. We are reading through Colossians. It amazes me how relevant this book in the BIble is to today. It's sad that we as people don't seem to learn from our past mistakes. Is society doomed to repeat the same sins? When will we learn to accept one another? When will we start treating people with the same respect we deserve and want?
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