2016 was the year when it seemed that my productivity goals all seemed to fall into place. I'm an odd mix of a productivity junkie (anything with the keywords "be more productive" or "get things done" is like click-bait to me) and a dreamer. Sometimes I dream about big things, … [Read more...] about You Have More Time Than You Think: How a Time Study Brought Balance Into My Life
2017 Modern Mrs. Darcy Reading Challenge: What I’m Reading
For the third year in a row, I'm participating in the Modern Mrs. Darcy Reading Challenge. I've found this challenge to be very impactful on my reading life. It's easy for me to be a slave to my To Be Read list, listening to some cranky librarian's voice in my head that insists I … [Read more...] about 2017 Modern Mrs. Darcy Reading Challenge: What I’m Reading
Looking Back, Looking Forward: What Worked for Me in 2016
Photo credit: Elena Six, who has fallen in love with my camera much to my delight! As I head into 2017 I've spent a fair amount of time reflecting on 2016. I've always been one to set some intentions or goals for the year ahead, and I really enjoy the self-reflection that goes … [Read more...] about Looking Back, Looking Forward: What Worked for Me in 2016
Best Non-Fiction Books of 2016
All year long I've shared my reads with you, but now we get down to the good stuff: the best books of 2016. In order to make the lists manageable and catered to your interests, I'm breaking down the year's best reads into three categories: Best Fiction, Best Non-Fiction, and Best … [Read more...] about Best Non-Fiction Books of 2016
Best YA and Middle Grade Books of 2016
All year long I've shared my reads with you, but now we get to get down to the good stuff: the best books of 2016. In order to make the lists manageable and catered to your interests, I'm breaking down the year's best reads into three categories: Best Fiction, Best Non-Fiction, … [Read more...] about Best YA and Middle Grade Books of 2016