Friday 28 September 2018

My 4 Favourite Autobiographies


The other day I was sharing autobiography recommendations to one of my girlfriends. While we were talking, I thought it was a good idea to share some of my favourite autobiographies! I love a good autobiography, especially if they're a lighter read. I typically pick up a good autobiography if I can read it in a day or two and don't have to put my focus onto the book.

Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me (and other concerns) by Mindy Kaling
This is definitely in my top three favourite autobiographies. There's something about Mindy Kaling's writing in this book that just got me. It is based on her rise to fame and stories from The Office. The one thing that I love about this book, and that sticks out to me, is that it's written more as a comedic self-help book compared to the typical autobiography. My favourite part of this whole book? When Mindy shares the alternative titles she had for the book. My two favourites are: "There is no sunrise so beautiful that it is worth waking me up to see it" and "Sometimes you just have to put on lip gloss and pretend to be psyched."

And of course, my absolute favourite quote from the entire book:
"I’m only marginally qualified to be giving advice at all. My body mass index is certainly not ideal, I frequently use my debit card to buy things that cost less than three dollars because I never have cash on me, and my bedroom is so untidy it looks like vandals ransacked the Anthropologie Sale section. I’m kind of a mess."

Why Not Me by Mindy Kaling
This is Mindy Kaling's second autobiography, that's just as good as the first. This book is written as a series of personal essays including ex-boyfriends, secrets for the beauty industry and the fixation of weight on women in the entertainment industry. One of my absolute favourite parts of the whole book is when she talks about proper tailoring; she explains a time when she wore an Old Navy dress that she had properly tailored and received more compliments on it than expensive dresses she bought.

My favourite quote from the book:
"Playful arguments would become fits of uncontrollable laughter, and, like magic, that experience would be crystallized into a private joke, and the private joke would get boiled down to a simple phrase, which became a souvenir of the entire experience. For years to come, the phrase alone could uncork hours of renewed laughter. And as everyone knows, the best kind of laughter is laughter born of a shared memory."

Talking as Fast as I Can: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls by Lauren Graham
If you've read my blog for a while, you know that I'm a diehard Gilmore Girls fan. I loved this book so, so much. It shares Lauren Graham's story from when she was young until the Gilmore Girls revival. Plus, she includes some great pictures from behind the scenes at the revival. She also shares little details from her time on Gilmore Girls, from meeting Alexis Bledel for the first time in Toronto to stealing a jacket from the set. There's so many great tales from her GG and Parenthood days. It's definitely a great, quick read. I've read it four times now and can typically finish it in a day or two.

My favourite quote from the book:
"In my experience, there’s no secret to accomplishing almost any goal worth pursuing."

Scrappy Little Nobody by Anna Kendrick
I'll admit, I didn't love this as much as I loved Mindy Kaling's books but it did have some funny moments. Similar to Why Not Me, it's a series of personal essays about Anna Kendrick's personal and professional life. I think one thing that I love about Anna Kendrick is that her filmography is so wide - from movies like Pitch Perfect to movies like Drinking Buddies; she has such an appeal to her. It genuinely feels like you're spending an afternoon with your bestie when you read this book.

I have to share two quotes I loved from this book:
"Wear the Spanx. You might not want to squeeze them over your ass in the morning, but when you see that mac and cheese at lunch (do it, you beautiful monster) you’ll be glad they’re there, doing the lord’s work."

"I gave up on being nice. I started putting more value on other qualities instead: passion, bravery, intelligence, practicality, humor, patience, fairness, sensitivity. Those last three might seem like they are covered by 'nice,”'but make no mistake, they are not. A person who smiles a lot and remembers everyone’s birthday can turn out to be undercover crazy, a compulsive thief, and boring to boot. I don’t put a lot of stock in nice. I’d prefer to be around people who have any of the above qualities over “niceness,” and I’d prefer it if that applied to me, too."

Wednesday 26 September 2018

The Perfect Fall Home Decor on Amazon


Monday 24 September 2018

links + loves

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Wednesday 19 September 2018

September Wishlist



I usually use the first Wednesday of every month to share my monthly wish list. Since I took a mini hiatus, I didn’t get to share my post. With that being said, I thought I would share it now.

P.S. as always, I’m constantly updating my Pinterest wishlist + my sidebar! So be sure to check out both!

I was going to post a Friday beauty post… until I accidentally agreed to work a 12 hour night shift as a support worker shift after working an 8 hour shift at my regular job on Thursday… plus realized after all of that, I have a doctor’s appointment at 11:30 Friday morning. So I’ll be trying to squeeze in every minute of sleep that I can the next day or two.

Is it just me or do these pants look like the most comfortable pants ever?

These pants, too.

I’ve fallen in love with knot front tops this season, and this one in antique bark is something I would live in.

I want this scarf in every single colour. I especially love the striped slate white and space dye white silver spoon.

This sweater looks so warm and cozy! I 100% would wear this all the time. Plus it’s only $30.

I tried this sweater on and kick myself in the butt for not buying it right away. It’s so perfect for cold days.

I also tried this sweater on, and again – kick myself for not buying it. It’s only $15, too and the perfect work sweater.

I love Lou & Grey’s products – especially if they’re on sale. I’m definitely holding out for Loft to have a 40% off sale for these items:
·         Dolman Sweater Tunic (I’m obsessed with the grey!)
·         Striped Rolled Sweater
·         Tweed Hoodie Top
·         Texturist Open Cardigan
·         Waterfall Cardigan
·         Upstate Track Pants

I’ve had my eye on these pants (in both grey and black) for the past year or two.

Is it just me or does this sweater not look like the most comfortable thing ever?

Love this blouse for fall.

Loving these leggings, they’re so simple but the faux leather detail makes them a little more exciting!

This cardigan coat is the perfect layering piece for cooler weather. I love both colours.

I’ve loved Old Navy’s peacoats since I was in high school. This year’s peacoat is no different. Comes in six colours, all gorgeous (and five are neutrals!) – I especially love the camel and grey colours.

I’ve fallen in love with these tops this fall! I picked up the grey and I’m itching for the burgundy and cream colours!

What’s on your wishlist? Let me know in the comments!

Sunday 16 September 2018

links + loves


My posting has gotten so, so bad and I'm so sorry! I can't believe I haven't even done links + loves for the past few weeks. Life has just gotten in the way. I can't say much right now and probably won't for a while but I just have a lot going on in my personal life plus some changes with work (in a good way!). I've debated doing a hiatus but I honestly love writing and find it to be a stress relief. I'm definitely going to try to update more but please bare with me!

I thought I would take the time to do a quick links + loves today and will have posts on Wednesday and hopefully Friday!

45 DIY Halloween decorations that are so easy it's scary.

A great product to stock up on before cold season starts!

How comfy does this cardigan look for fall?

Love these pants, they're so versatile and look so comfortable!

There's something about this Nike tank top that I love.

Obsessed with Carrie Underwood's new single.

Why size 12 isn't plus sized.

20 low-carb dinners you can prep on Sunday nights.

I love Justin Hartley from This Is Us and this article made me love him more.

Speaking of This Is Us... 11 Things You Need to Know About This Is Us Season 3.