Runs on Coffee and Cream

First off, Happy Thanksgiving to all my fellow Canadians! It's been a chilly month so far and we've had more rain than sunshine. Which means I've been indoors keeping busy and getting through a lot of TV and books.

Isla and the Happily Ever After

I flew through the third book in the Anna and the French Kiss series, Isla and the Happily Ever After. I really, really enjoyed it. This book takes place back in France, and a little bit in NYC. I really love the descriptive setting Stephanie Perkins writes. I really get a visual of where the characters are. Isla and Josh have become my second favourite couple from this series (Lola and Cricket still top the list). I found Josh to be the most likable male character of the three books. He seemed the most real and his emotions caused emotions in me. There was only a small bit in this book where all three couples collide and reside in the same space. I'm really hoping there's a fourth book planned so we can see what the future holds for these couples.


Kate Spade & Magnolia Bakery Collection

I received the email for this collection this morning and instantly my mouth dropped. I've visited NYC four times so far and I was completely swept away by Magnolia Bakery. Yes, the first time I checked out the bakery was because of its appearance on Sex and The City. But man, their cupcakes are incredible. So sweet and creamy and buttery. Their cupcakes are classic. So to combine that with Kate Spade, you have the sweetest collection in my opinion. I'd be incredibly happy to own anything from this collection. These are some of my favourites though.



What's grabbed your attention lately?
xo Jen

I feel like my to-read and to-watch pile have grown massive over the Summer! So many friends have been recommending books and television shows. I guess as the temperatures drop and the sun sets earlier, I'll have more time in the evenings to snuggle up with a cat to get through these piles.

Lola And The Boy Next Door

Lola And The Boy Next Door is the second book in a series after Anna And The French Kiss. I was told by numerous people that Lola And The Boy Next Door was even better than the first book and it was! The two main characters, Lola and Cricket, were so lovable and flawed and just perfect. I got hooked quickly while listening to the audio book. I really like how they included Anna and Étienne (from Anna And The French Kiss) in this book too. I'm very excited to start the last book in the series, Isla And The Happily Ever After. We'll see if the next couple can top my love for Lola and Cricket. 


Pretty Little Liars

I've been a fan of Pretty Little Liars for a couple of years now but I gave up at the beginning of season 5. I found the stories recycled and I wasn't caring for the characters anymore. But like with other shows, when I realized they were ending the series and wrapping the story up over the next season, I had an urge to catch up and watch the conclusion. I watched all of season 5 in August while getting ready for Fan Expo and I just started season 6 this week and I have to admit, season 5 gets really good. The story line gets quite dark and I enjoyed the new twists. I'm very interested in seeing how things turn out for the girls of Rosewood. 


What have you been watching or reading lately?
xo Jen

Life has been full of audio books and TV shows since I'm back to sewing like crazy for Fan Expo. I have a giant audio book list to get through and I'm excited to get to each book.

Anna and the French Kiss

I've heard of the book, Anna and the French Kiss. a lot. But the cover of the book and the synopsis didn't grab me. However, after hearing about it for the millionth time and about the following books in the series I decided to give it a try. I was looking for some fun, easy, modern books for the Summer anyways. Well, I loved the book. It's a really cute and basic story. The characters and setting are great though. I enjoyed it right from the beginning of the audio book. I'm very excited to move onto the next book, Lola and the Boy Next Door.


Being Erica

You know I'm busy filling cat toys and trimming pouches when I fly through two seasons of Being Erica in a couple of weeks. I finally watched season two and three and I'm itching for season four - the final season. But of course I don't own it. Ahh! I really like this show. I used to catch the odd episode when it aired on television and a friend recommended it to me. It's a Canadian show and takes place in Toronto, Ontario so it's fun to watch since I recognize a lot of places. There's also love, friendship, and time travel! It's so good.


I'm now re-watching all of the seasons of The Big Bang Theory and let me tell you, it will not take me long to get through them all with how much time I'm spending with my sewing projects.

I hope you're having a great weekend! I'm off to the craft room.
xo Jen