A midweek pause for books, vibes, real life chaos & little comforts
Welcome back to another Chapter Check‑In — my cosy little corner of the week where I slow things down, check in with my current read (or… lack of progress 😅), and capture the real‑life bits that have been filling the days in between chapters.This week feels softer. Calmer. A little more intentional. And honestly? I’m not mad about it.
📚 Current Book:
Filthy Rich Fae by Geneva Lee
Format: Audiobook & Physical
Genre & Vibe: Fantasy Romance | ✨ Fae + morally grey = ohhh yes, hello
Thoughts So Far: Well… confession time 🙈 — I haven’t actually hit play this week. The audiobook has been sitting there very patiently, waiting for me to get back into the groove. Life happened, my head needed a reset, and the faes are currently paused mid‑temptation.
But the vibes are still calling me, and I know once I press play again I’ll fall straight back in.
😴 Midweek Mood
Finally feeling so much better — and I swear it’s all down to these new glasses. It genuinely feels like someone wiped the smudges off the world. 👓 Everything’s clearer, brighter, and my headaches have packed their bags.
Current mood: cosy, re‑centred, and quietly grateful.
✅ This Week’s Goals
- Dive back into Filthy Rich Fae
- Make some actual audiobook progress (fingers crossed 🤞)
Nothing dramatic. Just easing back in.
🏡 What’s Happening in Real Life
My O.H and eldest have headed off for a boy’s week away, which means it’s just me and my youngest holding the fort.
So far, that’s looked like:
- Late(ish) night stay‑ups
- Movie marathons
- His absolute favourite dinners
- Board games & video games galore
- And the occasional sneaky sleepover in my bed
Honestly? I’m cherishing every single moment while he still wants mummy around. 💖 These are the memories that stick.
📺 What’s Stuck In My Head
K‑Pop Demon Hunter songs — entirely thanks to my youngest, who has it on repeat every single day.
Whether it’s:
- The Netflix film
- YouTube videos
- Or the album soundtrack
…I cannot escape it. Not that I’m complaining too much 😅
The two main culprits currently battling for dominance in my brain:
🎵 Golden
🎵 Soda Pop
🍿 This Week’s Snack & Sip
Snack: Doritos BBQ flavour (new release!) — smoky, tangy, and dangerously moreish. One bag does not last long.
Drink: Lucozade Pink Lemonade — spotted a big bottle in Asda for less than the smaller ones (bargain!) and it’s been my go‑to all week. I used to be an orange Lucozade girl, but this flavour? Hits the spot every single time.
✨ Wrap It Up
This week hasn’t been about ticking off big goals or racing through chapters. It’s been about feeling better, soaking up family time, and giving myself permission to slow down.
The books will wait. The moments won’t.
💬 Join Me
What are you reading this week? Or are you in a quiet, reset phase like me?
However your week looks, I hope you’re finding little pockets of comfort where you can. 💫
The Reading Nook 