Hello! Continuing my foray into Taylor Jenkins Reid’s novels, I want to share my thoughts on Malibu Rising. Her seventh novel was released after Daisy Jones and the Six became a massive sensation, and she proves she’s more than a one-hit-wonder. Set on the glittering beaches of Malibu in 1983, this epic tale chronicles one … Continue reading Malibu Rising – Glamour and Grit
Hello! I wrote a post called Strategic Abundance back in December of 2021, and I would like to expand my thoughts on finance, as I’ve done more research and read other financial perspectives. Let’s get into it. I see two main financial lenses that shape American discourse around money. One could be called "disciplined autonomous … Continue reading Wealth in the Eye of the Beholder: Thoughts on American Financial Discourse
Hello friends. One of my favorite authors, Taylor Jenkins Reid, is releasing a new novel at the end of August, so I thought I would take a tour of her past work throughout the summer. Today I wanted to share my thoughts on a book that BEGS for a movie adaption. Luckily, it’s already in … Continue reading The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo – The Woman Behind the Curtain
Hello and welcome back to the blog! In honor of Shauna Niequist releasing her latest book, I wanted to give my take on her and some other authors she frequently associates with. I think these women have common themes. some helpful and some less so. I also think their friendships are a blend of genuine … Continue reading Women’s Wisdom: An Overview of Female Self-Help Authors
Cobi is continually climbing. Three years after his second EP, Songs From the Ashes pt 2, he has released his debut EP. While the two EPs (Songs from the Ashes pt 1 and 2 respectively) were released a while back, the album completes the thematic story. Cobi is best known for his gut-wrenching single Don’t … Continue reading Songs From the Ashes
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Wow, it's another Owen Wilson movie! To contrast his vapid performance in Marry Me, I want to talk about the literary homage that is Midnight in Paris. Summary: This 2011 Woody Allen feature (I'm separating the art from the artist) takes us on Gil Pender's journey as a struggling novelist whisked back in time to … Continue reading Midnight in Paris-A Nostalgic Feast
I canceled an 8-hour retail shift to stay home and catch up on writing. As I settle into a new chapter and begin building my adult life, this has become a season of discerning and prioritizing my values. While I could write an infinite list, I can summarize them by creativity, connection, and conscious choice. … Continue reading Priorities
In honor of Valentine’s Day, here are my thoughts on the new Jennifer Lopez vehicle, Marry Me. It doesn’t require more than one viewing (of the trailer) to analyze, but it’s endearing nonetheless. Summary: Kat Valdez (Jennifer Lopez) is set to marry fellow pop star Bastion (Maluma) during a concert at Madison Square Garden. As … Continue reading Marry Me – Life in the Bedazzled Fishbowl
Hi fellow movie buffs. Oscar nominations were announced this morning, and I wanted to discuss two movies that were on the Academy’s radar but did not lead the conversation. Spencer and House of Gucci were both highly publicized and marketed, but only one received a substantial nomination. I walked out of both movies halfway through, … Continue reading Movies, Marketing, and Mediocrity
Elena’s Grace 