A midweek pause for books, vibes, real life chaos & little comforts
Welcome back to another Chapter Check-In — my little midweek moment to slow down, catch my breath, and spill all the bookish and real-life thoughts swirling around my head. This week? It’s giving nearly finished book obsession, early Christmas excitement, and that familiar balance of work life mixed with cozy creativity.
Grab a drink, get comfy, and let’s catch up. ☕📚
📚 Current Book:
Lights Out by Navessa Allen
Format: Audiobook
Genre & Vibe: Dark romance | Morally grey MMC · Intense chemistry · Cinematic tension · Emotional pull 🖤✨
Thoughts So Far: I’m nearly at the end and honestly? The MMC has completely stolen my heart. He’s got that morally grey, tortured soul energy that I absolutely can’t resist — bold, witty, and just broken enough to make you want to hug him and run away with him at the same time.
The narration adds so much to the atmosphere too. Every scene feels cinematic, like I’m watching it play out instead of just listening. This one has fully wrapped itself around me, and I already know the ending is going to leave me staring into space for a while. 🎧🖤
🎄 Midweek Mood
Christmas planning has officially begun! I’ve already ticked off a few of the kids’ presents (yay me!) and now I’m deep in Canva mode, designing fun little festive extras.
The gift list notebook has returned — my seasonal sidekick of sanity — and honestly? It’s giving me all the cozy, excited feels for what’s to come. I love this part of the year when ideas feel sparkly and full of potential. ✨🎁
✅ This Week’s Goals
- ✨ Plan out a brand new December blog series — something fun and ongoing to celebrate the month
- 🧘♀️ Keep a calm head and enjoy the cozy chaos instead of fighting it
🏡 What’s Happening in Real Life
It’s back to work this week (hello, kitchen life 👋), and I’ve even got some overtime coming up this Friday. Busy, but manageable.
Last weekend did bring some happy post, though — and oh, I cannot wait to share what it is soon. 👀
Right now, I’m also deep in the annual “hide the presents” mission, desperately trying to find new sneaky spots before the kids get too clever for me. It’s basically an extreme game of hide and seek at this point… and I am determined to win. 🎁🕵️♀️
📺 What’s Stuck In My Head
Celebrity Traitors — I swear it’s been living rent-free in my mind for three weeks now! The final is tomorrow, and I cannot wait to see who wins.
Will a faithful take the pot, or will the traitors triumph again? Either way, I’ll be yelling at the TV with snacks firmly in hand. 🍿👀
🍫 This Week’s Snack & Sip
Snack:
🥪 Peanut & jam sandwiches — pure nostalgic comfort food and suddenly my go-to again lately.
Drink:
☕ Switching between tea and hot chocolate, depending on whether I need cozy warmth or full chocolatey bliss.
💛 Wrap It Up
This week feels like that quiet build-up before everything goes full festive — books wrapping up, plans forming, and creativity buzzing in the background. A little busy, a little cozy, and very much my kind of chaos.
💬 Join Me
What are you reading right now? Are you already planning Christmas too, or holding off just a bit longer? Come chat with me — I love hearing what’s filling your weeks lately.
The Reading Nook 