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At the end of summer 2021 I shared what I’d read and I’ve had more than a few requests for a full list from friends and followers.

So many of you have reached out and shared that summer is the time of year you are able to devote to reading. Here are the books I read/listened to between June 21 and September 4.

You can always find what I’m currently reading/listening to in the sidebar.

Please leave a comment or email me with any great titles you’ve read recently - I’d love to know!

*I really enjoyed Good Company!

*I borrowed my sons copy of this and loved it - two siblings setting off on an eventure that places them in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This story shows off their ingenuity and acceptance of each other. I adored!

*Mary Jane is 14 in 1975 and trying to figure out her world: the one at home with her parents and the one at the Cone’s where she’s a summer nanny! I loved it!

*I picked this up while thrifting at the Cape May Antiques Center and solely because the town of Montclair NJ is close to home and a favorite spot. The book had nothing at all to do with the town and until the very end with was more than a bit sad and made me cry - it was a page turned and I recommend!

*This story focusing on Mary Bennet had been on my To Read list since it was published in 2020. I thoroughly enjoyed.

*Mrs. Harris is always a Yes whether in Paris or New York!

You’ll see I wrote a few lines about the books that really grabbed me but, I would not share a title here that I wouldn’t recommend.

Til next time be well friends!

Yesterday was the anniversary of my birth and if you’re like me - you may think of a thing or two you’d like for your special day. I gathered the items I purchased for myself under the guise of - “Oh this is for my birthday.”

I have been a fan of Erin Benzakein and Floret Farms for quite a while on Instagram - I receive the newsletter and have watched the television show. I was thrilled to welcome her collection of blooms into the Chalet. I also gifted a copy to my sister who is a fabulous gardener.

Cynthia Zamaria just released her first book and I could not wait to get a copy in my hot little hands! I love when inspirational Instagram accounts become Insta-pals and I’m elated to have a piece of this talented lady in the Chalet.Her style is vintage + modern which I am totally in awe of. I love the curated feel of gallery walls and other areas that are sparse and purposeful. I’m crazy inspired by her design sense.

I don’t know of a more prolific creator than Bari J. Ackerman. Bari’s work and her entrepreneurial spirit are incredibly motivating. She’s an artist, home decor expert who has partnered with brands including Joybird and Loloi Rugs, an interior designer, writer and founder of Bari J. lifestyle brand. You’ll marvel at the art she’s created and how its translated into fabric and wall covers for your own home and more! I started following Bari on Instagram and now, she’s a friend and I’m ecstatic to have Bloom Wild here in the Chalet!

These books all share a floral theme and I chuckle about that. I love having them here on the sun-porch with my latest plant. I will always treasure these as a remembrance of this birthday.

Til next week be well friends!