Category Archives: Books

Alohomora

Posted on July 11, 2015 by sambolina

Alohomora is an unlocking charm. I finished reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone and I think I enjoyed it more this time than the first time I read it. I had forgotten so much about the book. It is amazing … Continue reading →

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My battery died

Posted on July 10, 2015 by sambolina

I got up this  morning and woke up too late to make the gym, before the acupuncturist. I dressed for the gym, so I could go afterwards and I was not sure I would make it. But I did! I … Continue reading →

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Home in California

Posted on July 9, 2015 by sambolina

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I am home. I am happy and yet sad. Happy because I had a great trip. Sad because I am home to the same crap that I got away from for five days. I will say that flying to Vegas … Continue reading →

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I solved the case!

Posted on July 8, 2015 by sambolina

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Today was our last day in Vegas. I had a fantastic trip and never knew I could enjoy Vegas so much! We made our way to the Mob Museum via an hour bus ride. It was a fascinating museum. I … Continue reading →

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Counting by 7s

Posted on July 3, 2015 by sambolina

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  I had seen this Counting by 7s in Barnes and Noble a few times and am so glad that I finally bought it. I loved this story. I rooted for the main character, Willow, all the way through the … Continue reading →

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In The Unlikely Event

Posted on June 26, 2015 by sambolina

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Like many young girls, Judy Blume was one of my favorite authors growing up. I read all of her books at least twice and felt that she got me. When I heard that she had a new adult book out … Continue reading →

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The Increible Adventures of Cinnamon Girl

Posted on June 21, 2015 by sambolina

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I finished reading The Incredible Adventures of Cinnamon Girl and loved it.    It is a silly teeny-bopper book that dealt with young love, the end of the world, and finding yourself. It takes place in Australia and I learned … Continue reading →

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If you run, you are a runner!  

Posted on June 18, 2015 by sambolina

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I am going to state the obvious. I live in Southern California + it is summer = hotter than the surface of the sun. And it will get hotter. Today was an okay day. I struggled with my new diet. … Continue reading →

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So much to share

Posted on June 10, 2015 by sambolina

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First, I have been run/walking the past few days consistently. I am so proud of myself! I have put myself on a run/walk every other day plan. I have heard that running is addictive and it is! I still walk … Continue reading →

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Yes Please!

Posted on April 28, 2015 by sambolina

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I did something I have never done while I read Yes Please! by Amy Poehler.     I listened to the audio recording as I read the book. Amy Poehler read the book herself and added all sort of new bits … Continue reading →

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