sailing through this world

Before I even got home from college in May, I had goals for the summer. They included things like praying, being able to run slightly longer distances, dancing at Nationals, etc...and they also included reading. I've had a goodreads (promise I'm not sponsored) account for a while but I haven't been consistent out using it. This summer I wanted to keep track of how many books I read so I decided to use it! It was a great tool for finding new authors and books. I really recommend it. Find me on Goodreads here. Nella Last's War: The Second World War Diaries of 'Housewife 49 was one of my many summer reads. Nella Last wrote a diary for the Mass Observation Archive from 1939 until 1966 as the British Government encouraged regular citizens to document their lives during the war. Her work was originally published as a book in 1981 and was republished in 2006. Nella Last was a regular housewife who lived in  Lancashire, England. Her diary provides fascinating insigh...

source Current book: I've been soaking up the last few weeks of freedom where I have time to read whatever I want. I've still been into historical fiction and I recently finished Nella Last's War and The Girls of Ennismore. Nella Last's War is the actual diary of Nella Last, a housewife in England during World War II. It is fascinating to read about her day to day life during the war. I loved it! The Girls of Ennismore was very enjoyable, reminiscent of Downton Abbey, The Girls of Ennismore is set in Ireland and explores very fascinating themes regarding class and birthright. Another enjoyable read! Current music: I haven't actually been listening to much. When I do listen to music, lately it's been musicals like Hamilton. Current guilty (or non-guilty) pleasure: Hmmm...can't think of anything... Current food: MANGO. And cookie butter from Trader Joes. Not together of course... Current obsession: Morning walks with Molly (our dog). It ...