February 14, 2022

Hi!

In this weekly blog, I'll write every week about my life, what I'm doing, reading, listening to, watching, and making. I'm finally taking a break to sit down and relax. My life has been pretty busy with my birthday last week and a bunch of other events. I watched the amazing superbowl halftime show yesterday that "only 90s kids could appreciate". I also correctly predicted the Rams victory, even if I have no clue about football. So far, my week has taken a good start.

Read this blog to find out what's up!

Hope to see you reading this and happy valentine's day!

xoxo,

Sophie

Reading stack

Here are two middle grade books that readers of all ages should indulge in!

The War That Saved My Life

By Kimberly BrubakerBradley

In the midst of WWII, Ada and her brother Jamie flee their cruel mother to a stranger's home in the counrty. Ada doesn't want to like Margret, her new caretaker, because she feels as if she is betraying her Mam back home, but Margaret is actually nice to her and doesn't treat her any different because of her foot. Read this book to find out what happens to Jamie and Ada fighting their own struggles while in the midst of a war.

Rating: 4.4/5

Rules

By Cynthia Lord

Catherine is a good sister, and she always tries to help her autistic brother, David, but sometimes he doesn't quite understand. Catherine struggles between being accepted in her neighborhood and being a good sister. Rules is a perfect book for fans of Out of My Mind and Fish in a Tree.

Since my birthday was last week, I thought I'd share some small gift ideas for February birthdays.

Stickers and Pins Mystery Pack | EtsyA mystery pack including three durable die cut vinyl stickers and two 1.25 in pinback buttons sold at a discounted price (original price: $9.90). Each pack comes in a clear, reusable vinyl envelope with snap closure. Perfect to give to a friend as a birthday present, stocking stuffer, or for no

Blue Willow Online-only Gift CodeThis is an online-only gift code that you can use on our website for web orders. If your gift recipient is more likely to come into the store to browse, or prefers to place orders over the phone, consider our physical gift card.

Cute Beaded Phone Charm Strap | Etsy❤ EACH ONE IS UNIQUE ❤ This 90s inspired phone strap is too cute to handle! Made from assorted beads from all over the world, this is the perfect accessory for your phone! And not just for phones, for cameras, purses, and diaries too! Make sure not to put too much weight on it! **iphone, iphone

Lately I've been jamming out to a select few songs on rotation.

I wanted to listen to a variety of new artists, and if you do to, then feel free to take a listen!

Movies

Looking for a 3-hour thriller or a ten episode tantrum?

Tired of not knowing what to say when your friends ask what you're watching?

I've watched some pretty good shows and movies, if you need any suggestions.

Zero to Hero

In this truly motivating tale, So Wa Wai, a boy born with cerebral palsy, defies the odds, and through hardships, struggles, love, and hope, he conquers obstacles in his path and becomes one of the greatest paralympic runners of his time.

Tear-o-meter: 99%

Rating: 4.8/5

Availability: Netflix

2. Secrets of Sulphur Springs

If you haven't watched season 2 of this show, then what are you waiting for? This disney channel series takes a different turn than most shows. Instead of glamour and glitter, this show focuses on supernatural activity taking place at a newly-restored hotel. Mysteries like a missing girl and ghosts lurk around every episode.

Rating: 4.9/5

Scariness: Mild to Medium- mostly mystery and plot twists

Availability: Disney +

That's it for this week. Stay tuned for more!

-Sophie