A midweek pause for books, vibes, real life chaos & little comforts
Midweek already?! This week feels like one of those quiet-but-busy ones — lots happening, lots ticking over in my head, but also a few surprisingly organised moments (who is she?). So here’s a little check-in on what I’ve been reading, how I’m feeling, and the small joys getting me through.
📚 Current Book:
The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood
Format: Audiobook & Physical
Genre & Vibe: Romance | STEM rom-com • Fake dating • Academic chaos • Soft, swoony comfort 💙🧪
Thoughts So Far: So I read and listened to this one in tandem… and finished it yesterday!
I enjoyed it way more than I expected — it was cute, clever, and surprisingly heartfelt. I’ll be posting my full review later this week, so keep your eyes peeled 👀💙
🌤️ Midweek Mood
I’ve already got a head start on present wrapping… WHO EVEN AM I?!
Normally I’m that person frantically wrapping until stupid o’clock on Christmas Eve — tapes glued to my elbows, paper ripping, full festive nightmare energy.
But this year? I’m organised(ish). At least for now. 🎁✨
Let’s not tempt fate, though.
✅ This Week’s Goals
🎧 Start a brand-new audiobook
🎄 Finish the last of the Christmas shopping
(Hurry up payday, I’m begging)
🏡 What’s Happening in Real Life
We had some wholesome family time on Saturday — me, my mum and stepdad, and the boys went on a little charity shop hunt.
Despite the gloomy weather, we actually found quite a bit:
- The boys got some toys
- Mum picked up cute bric-a-brac for her shelves
- I found a cookbook (shocker)
- AND a 1999 Beanie Baby with the tag still on… iconic behaviour
We ended the day with mini doughnuts and chocolate, which made the whole wet, windy day totally worth it.
📺 What’s Stuck In My Head
Honestly? Nothing.
The brain radio is static this week. 📻✨
(No complaints — sometimes silence is bliss.)
🍫 This Week’s Snack & Sip
Snack: Merry Munch Mix from ASDA — and shockingly… I actually like it?!
Honey roasted peanuts + chocolate buttons + red choc beans + caramel toffee popcorn + salted pretzels.
Sweet-and-salty usually isn’t my thing, but this one hits.
Drink: Tea. Always tea. End of story. ☕️💛
✨ Wrap It Up
This week feels like a gentle build-up — cosy moments, quiet wins, and the slow creep of festive energy. Nothing loud, nothing dramatic… just ticking along and enjoying the small stuff.
💬 Join Me
What are you reading right now?
Are you organised for Christmas or still fully in denial?
Come chat with me in the comments — I’m always up for bookish rambling and snack recommendations 💬📚
The Reading Nook 