Clearer vision, comforting meatloaf, and audiobooks galore
✨ A Month in a Nutshell
August came in swinging and honestly? I’m just proud I made it through with my sanity (mostly) intact. Between unexpected health wobbles, a much-needed trip to the optometrist (finally!), and a surprise cold to round out the month, it felt like chaos central.
But even in the messy moments, there were comforting dinners, stolen reading hours, and emotional audiobook journeys that reminded me why I love documenting these wrap-ups.
Let’s get into it, shall we?
📖 What Books Kept Me Company
| Title | Author | Rating | Vibes | Link to Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dirty Daddies | Jade West | ⭐⭐⭐ | Taboo, angsty, forbidden but emotional | Read review → |
| Filthy Rich Fae | Geneva Lee | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Fae mafia, forbidden love, dark romance | Read review → |
| Fallen Court | Geneva Lee | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Twists, betrayal, high stakes, steamy | Read review → |
| Sugar Daddies | Jade West | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Unexpectedly heartfelt, MMF, dramatic | Read review → |
🕒 Total time this month: 49 hours and 3 minutes
🌟 This Month’s Fave: Honestly, Sugar Daddies surprised me with its emotional depth and 🔥 narration. Also still thinking about that cliffhanger in Fallen Court. Rude.
💭 Vibe Check: How I’m Really Feeling
Not gonna lie — August tried to KO me.
Between eye strain, mega headaches, and finally getting that long overdue eye test (yes, I got told off by the optometrist 😂), it’s been a battle.
BUT! I now have new glasses and clearer vision — and it’s already making such a difference for reading and screen time.
Just as I was adjusting to seeing again, a nasty cold hit right at the end of the month.
Bad health month but feeling on the mend now 💪
✅ Hits & ❌ Misses: Monthly Goal Recap
| Goal | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Get eyes sorted | ✅ | Done! Hello, clear vision 👓 |
| Listen to 3 audiobooks | ✅ | 4 finished, 1 in progress. Count it! |
🍪 Snack & Sip of the Month
Snack:
🍽️ The meatloaf from the Dolly Parton cookbook — comforting, delicious, and definitely going on repeat.
Drink:
🥤 Pepsi Max (as always, no surprises there)
🌼 Little Wins & Life Bits
Despite the health chaos, August was packed with small joys:
- 👵 Family visits that just hit the soul right
- 🛍️ A shopping day with my sister and niece
- 👣 Reminiscent canal walk with the family — first time down there since my eldest was a toddler
- 🧸 Sweet 1-on-1 time with my youngest
- 💤 Cozy weekend sleepovers
📸 Monthly Gallery
🔮 Looking Ahead
September is already shaping up to be a busy one!
Here’s what I’m manifesting for next month:
- 🎧 Finish 4 audiobooks
- 🍽️ Our first theme dinner date is being planned… more on that soon!
- ⏰ Making sure to carve out time to read/listen to books even during work overtime week — de-stress mode: activated
💌 Wrap It Up
August might’ve thrown some curveballs, but it also delivered comfort, connection, and some damn good stories. Glasses on, snacks ready, let’s see what September brings.
📣 Join In
How did August treat you?
What books got you through? Did you discover a new favourite snack or little win worth celebrating?
Let’s chat in the comments! ⬇️
The Reading Nook 