The Five People You Meet in Heaven || Current Book Update

   This is one of the first few books I've had to read this semester. For my English course on Human Adulthood I had to read, The Five People You Meet in Heaven, by Mitch Albom. This book as about an elderly man who tragically passes away, and in heaven, he meets five people who have played a role in his life. Each of the five people, teach Eddie, the main character, a lesson, which in turn helps him understand why his life turned out the way it did.

   I really enjoyed reading this book, it has also been adapted as a movie. The book, was a smooth, quick read, that has lots of different and compelling imagery. I'd like to share the five lessons recited in this book, by the people Eddie meets in heaven.

1. "There are no random acts." (48) ~ This goes well with what we are all told, everything happens for a reason. 
2. "Sacrifice is a part of life." (93) ~ Sacrifice should not be looked down upon, it should be treated with serenity and gratefulness.
3. Learn to forgive (142) ~ Holding onto negativity that stems from an experience only weighs you down. Let it go and forgive, the first to forgive is the happiest.
4. Everyone has a purpose (191) ~ Never feel that you are not special. Everyone has a role in life. We all impact each other's lives, and that is what shapes us into who we become. We can only become wise from our experiences. You are unique, there is a reason God created you with the qualities you have. Take advantage of your skills, excel in life and be happy.

-Thxoxoxo

What do you think about these lessons? Are there others you would add?

Routine and Stress || Advice

   Yup, it's that time of year. Hate to break it to you but summer doesn't last forever. Although many of us wish it did, real life always rolls around the corner. After high school, there are many paths you can chose to take. For me I decided to stay in school and go to university.
   Whatever you decide to chose, the most important thing is that you don't regret your decision. Living life without regret is something that drives me to live a life of adventure. As the cold rolls in and people fall into their daily routines, stress seems to magically appear on our shoulders.
   There are many things you can do to prevent or relieve this stress. All over the internet this time of year there are tons of articles about "Back To School". I do not like this phrase, it makes me cringe when I see it plastered all over the halls of Target. In my mind I always try to hold on to the summer vibe. Stay calm, remember the good times and look forward to new times. To easily glide back into the routine life here's what I do:

• Get a calendar: Tip one to staying organized, depend on a calendar to keep you up to date! Even if it's the calendar on your phone. You definitely don't want to miss out on a PLL marathon because you "forgot".
• Grab a planner too: Yup, you will need both. In my planner I write daily To-Do lists, while the dates on my calendar are a subset of the dates I keep in my planner. You never want to forget about an exam or a paper!
• Walk through your schedule: This is one for you college peeps. No one wants to be the person who walks into the wrong lecture and then have to walk out like a lost pup. Grab a friend and explore campus. It's a great way to reconnect with your university and catch up with your buds you haven't seen all summer!
• Sleep well, eat well: Let's be honest, the earliest you went to bed this past summer was considered early the next day. A couple nights before the semester starts, try going to bed at least an hour or two earlier than you normally do. Your body and mind will thank you the next day.

Good Luck! Let me know what your plans are for the fall are, uni or work or both!

Thxoxoxoxo

It's Not Summer Without You || Current Book Update

   So last night I was bored and couldn't go to sleep. They say that reading helps you fall asleep. Apparently that doesn't work for me because I started and finished reading a whole book! And I still couldn't sleep after!
   I read, It's Not Summer Without You by, Jenny Han. It's about 300 pages long and I read it in 2.5 hours. It's a very smooth read. It gets very deep, to be honest, I cried several times. The story line picks up right after the first book in the trilogy The Summer I Turned Pretty. Belly and the boys are in school. Midway through the year Conrad goes missing. This is what the book is based around, Conrad's disappearance and life after Susannah's death.

Thxoxoxo

Revealed || Current Book Update

Onto the next book of the summer, which is titled, Revealed, by P.C Cast and Kristen Cast. This book is part of the House of Night series which has 11 books that were published from 2007 to 2013. Revealed, is the 11th book of the series, and my mom bought it for me signed by the authors! I've spent a few years reading this series, so it means a lot to have a signed copy.

I just did some research to see if there is a 12th book, and there is! It is titled, Released. It has already been published, so it is definitely on my list to read!

I started reading Revealed, right when it came out in 2013, but with college and work, I didn't have time to read it. I wanted to really sit down and enjoy the story, and putting in 10 minutes of reading it each night wasn't making it enjoyable. So, I set it aside and read shorter lighter books until just recently, when some of my time freed up after finals were over and I started working. I figured that since I didn't have any studies over the summer, I'd catch up on my reading list, and now I'm finally going to finish this one!

A quick summary of the story line; A young girl finds out she has been marked to become a vampire. Not only has she been chosen, but has also been given an affinity for all elements. She has to leave home and live at a school with many other's like her, and yet she always seems to end up at the center of all that goes on in the House of Night.

Thxoxoxo
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The Distance Between Us || Current Book Update

Hello everyone. I am starting a new series on my blog all about the books I'm reading. Since I'm now on summer break from university I've begun recreational reading. So, here is an update on the current book I'm enjoying.

I am reading a novel titled, The Distance Between Us. The author is Kasie West. According to my Kindle Paperwhite, I am 84% through the book *sad face* I don't want it to end! Quick summary for you guys, it's about a 17 year old girl who falls for a super rich guy who pushes her out of her sheltered life and helps her find out who she is. They help each other find their passions and it's a romance about two people with two totally different lives, who have a connection that brings them together. Ahhhh I am a hopeless romantic. Many people may think that this book it cheesy and "typical" but I love it so far. It's adorable and such a smooth read with really relate-able scenarios.

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If you'd like to check out this book, I bought it on my Kindle Paperwhite for $1.99!! What a deal ;)