A midweek pause for books, vibes, real life chaos & little comforts
This week has been one of those blink and suddenly it’s midweek kind of weeks. Between overtime shifts, festive Canva marathons, and December plans stacking up fast, I desperately needed a little pause. So here it is — a cozy check-in with what I’m reading, how I’m feeling, and all the little life bits keeping me grounded (and caffeinated).
📚 Current Book:
Lights Out by Navessa Allen
Format: Audiobook
Genre & Vibe: Dark romance | intense • addictive • audiobook perfection
Thoughts So Far: I’m so, so close to the end and loving every second! I’ve even started listening while relaxing in the bath — bubbles, candlelight, and Jacob Morgan’s voice? Yes. Please.
The story had me hooked from the very start, but the way it’s ramping up toward the finale has been chef’s-kiss perfect. Tension is high, emotions are louder, and I am absolutely not ready for it to be over.
💭 Midweek Mood
After a couple of days of overtime at work and the festive Canva-creating marathon… I am tired 💤
My brain is basically running on caffeine and Christmas cheer at this point. I’m really hoping for a cozy weekend to recharge — and maybe, just maybe, finally get a few stitches in.
✅ This Week’s Goals
- 🎧 Finish that audiobook!
(That’s it. That’s the goal. Let’s not overachieve.)
🏡 What’s Happening in Real Life
A whole December post series is officially planned and ready to go — and I cannot wait to share it 🎄
Christmas present buying is officially on a roll, and everything’s starting to feel properly festive now.
We also had a special overnight guest over the weekend — my sister’s dog! He claimed his usual window spot and gave the neighbourhood his very best side-eye patrol 🐾
Bonfire Night was full of fireworks — me and the youngest stayed warm inside and watched from the window. Cozy vibes, zero cold. Absolutely ideal.
📺 What’s Stuck In My Head
Hazbin Hotel is back!
(Okay, it’s been back for a couple of weeks… but I’ve finally caught up.)
I’m absolutely loving it — Angel Dust still reigns supreme as my fave character, and the new songs? Total earworms. I’ve been humming them on loop all week 🎶
🍽️ This Week’s Snack & Sip
Snack: Not exactly a snack, but I made a roast pork dinner on Sunday and honestly? Sometimes a proper roast is exactly what the soul needs.
Sip: Tea has been my bestie all week — the perfect comfort after long days and Canva overload.
💌 Wrap It Up
This week has been busy, festive, and slightly exhausting — but in a good way. I’m counting down to finishing Lights Out, leaning hard into cozy comforts, and fully embracing December energy as it rolls in.
💬 Join Me
What are you reading right now? Are you in full festive mode yet, or still easing into it? Let’s chat — I love hearing what’s keeping you company this week 🤍📚
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