Roald Dahl’s Esio Trot, G.T London, Eight Weeks Later, and more on Monday Musings.
MONDAY MUSINGS NO. 130
WEEKEND UPDATE
Good morning friends, happy Monday musings to you. How was your weekend?
We had a great weekend. Although we thought we would catch up on things around the house, after a busy week and 4th of July we decided to relax instead.
Saturday we went for a walk to the Farmers Market, then spent a few hours at the beach club with my sister and brother-in-law. We swam, talked, laughed and read.
On Sunday I woke at 5:30. Not wanting to wake Bill I went for a long walk. It was so quiet, the only sounds were the birds chirping. It peaceful and relaxing. Although I had plans to listen to a podcast I decided to just enjoy the silence.
Then it was home for a hot chocolate on the porch, a few chapters of my latest book and then off to the pool for the day. My brother, sister and I and our families along with some friends swam, ate and enjoyed the hot summer day. I am a little red from all of the sun this weekend but other than that a good time was had by all.
Now I need a vacation from this long 4th of July holiday. What about you? What did you do and enjoy this weekend?
Ok, on to +5 Things.
5 THINGS
1.Read~Eight Weeks Later
After a tumultuous childhood, Roy Fernsby now runs a quaint London coffee shop that his friends frequent, cycles on Sundays . . . and keeps his distance from romantic relationships. Though Roy’s charming and well-liked, being single suits him—if only because it helps him avoid the sting of abandonment. Besides, Roy likes his life exactly as it is.
Then, a lawyer in Hawai’i calls Roy to inform him that he’s just inherited a beach house in Nalu from his grandparents. There’s just one problem: a former foster child, Roy never knew he had grandparents.
Roy doubts this newly discovered “family” ever cared about him. But a tropical island—complete with a beach house inheritance—beckons. He takes a chance and flies to Hawai’i, expecting to stay a week and sell the beach house. Fast. What he isn’t anticipating is the resentment and painful childhood memories that resurface as he uncovers the roots of a close-knit family he never knew he had. Why didn’t any of these folks, whom everyone adored, look for him?
Then he meets Amy, a former New Yorker and single mother who works as a snorkeling guide. Though the pair are from opposite worlds—literally—and neither is looking for a relationship, their connection is instant, and they’re soon spending a lot of time together.
As Roy grapples with life-changing secrets regarding his past, he must make difficult decisions about his present: Can he embrace his roots and let go of resentment? Can he trust Amy? Can he stay and seek the truth about where he belongs—no matter the cost to his guarded heart?
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2. Watched~Roald Dahl’s Esio Trot
2.Roald Dahl’s Esio Trot
A retired bachelor has a thing for his neighbor who only shows affection to her pet tortoise. Staring Dustin Hoffman and Judi Dench.
3. LINKS: READ+WATCH+LISTEN
4 Signs That you Need to Replace Your Towels
Scheduling a ‘lazy day’ can help you be more productive
Stop setting your thermostat at 72
If you care about someone, show them – and put away your phone
Why We Always Take Another Bite of Ice Cream
The Best Fashion At Wimbledon.
The Clever Folds That Kept Letters Secret
10 Wake-Up Calls People Often Receive a Little Too Late
4. SHOPPING BREAK~FINDS & SALES
OUTFIT OF THE DAY
A simple outfit doesn’t;t have to be boring this summer. Pair your favorite white shorts with a black t-shirt and a pair of sandals. I love these woven sandals, they look comfortable and could also be worn with skirts and dresses. A bangle, charm bracelet or cuff elevates this simple outfit. As does a pop of color from this fun bag.
Outfit Details
Sales
It’s Target Circle week! This is the biggest sale of the year so stock up on your favorite essentials and maybe even start shopping for the holidays early.
Buy 2 Get 1 Books, Movies, Video Games, Board Games, Puzzles and Activities with Circle
Including the NEW John Derian Picture Book and lots of cookbooks including, the newest Half Baked Harvest!
5. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT~WEEKEND MEANDERINGS
Saturday I joined Kim and Juliet for Weekend Meanderings, our weekly series of all of the things that piqued our interest and caught our eye. I shared Loi Thai and Tom Troeschels’ amazing house in Maine, Lilse McKenna NY based designer and more on weekend meanderings.
THAT’S ALL FOR NOW
I hope that you enjoyed Monday Musings and found something to read, watch or even add to your cart.
What did you do for fun this weekend?
What are you reading?
Is there anything else you think we need to read, watch or make?
Have a great day friends, thank you for spending part of your day with me.
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On My Radar & On Sale
Sounds like you had a great 4th. It has been so hot and humid in NJ thus summer
We’ve been outside twice s. We don’t ket Reeses outside too long either. It’s been horrible this year.
We did thank you Cindy. Stay cool and keep Reeses inside too. Hope that you have a wonderful week.
Happy Monday, Elizabeth! I’ve been feeling a little panicked about my reading and television watch lists are getting a little sparse. Happy to add Eight Weeks Later and Esio Trot … both are right up my alley. Sounds like you had a lovely weekend and I hope that your week continues the same way. xo
Hope that you enjoy the book an the movie Juliet! Have a wonderful week.
Have a great week Juliet!