Good morning! Today’s post will link up to The Sunday Salon and The Sunday Post for weekly updates.
Mailbox Monday is hosted at the home site: Mailbox Monday.
And let’s join Kathryn, our leader in It’s Monday! What Are You Reading?, at Book Date.
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This week brought more activities, but not a lot of reading: only two books! But they were both good. I did write six blog posts.
I watched more shows on the streaming services: new episodes of Pivoting, The Drop Out. and Big Sky. I went out to breakfast with a friend on Wednesday, and today I am tempted to try that Door Dash delivery service. I use Instacart for my groceries, but I also like the idea of having a restaurant meal delivered. Or I might take Lyft to a restaurant. I like having options.
So now let’s take a closer look at my week:
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Tuesday Excerpts: “The Younger Wife”
Tuesday Potpourri: Bookish Love…
Bookish Friday: “The Paris Apartment”
Review: The Night Shift, by Alex Finlay
Review: The Other Family, by Wendy Corsi Staub
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INCOMING BOOK/CURRENT READ:
The Paris Apartment, by Lucy Foley
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My week ended with my finishing touches on my dining area. The Baker’s Rack and the Engelbreit plates are now spotlighting the area. What next? Since I seem to be obsessed, I could keep going…trying to replace things I lost. Or I could sit back and enjoy what I’ve done. What did your week look like?
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AN INTERIOR JOURNEY 
I find sometimes the fact a week has flown by is a good thing – you can think, thank goodness that’s over – but other times it’s more like where on earth did the time go?
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I know, I completely agree, Cathy.
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Sounds like a very balanced week! It is nice to have options. Being careful here as we have an Omicron surge at the moment. But I did go in to a shop to get takeaway coffee!! Small risk taker! Hope this week brings good things.
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Thanks, Kathryn, I should probably not be going out as much as I am, but I am counting on the shots to protect me!
Enjoy your week and stay safe.
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I think 2 books is good! I’ve had some time without writing reviews, hopefully soon!
I wish you all good reads for next week 🙂
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Thanks, Esther, I am just glad to find books I enjoy, whether there are two or more. Have a great week.
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Six blog posts! Wow! You have been a busy bee Laurel!
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Thanks, Sophia, when I am in the mood to “chat,” I write a blog post, LOL. It is my version of a conversation.
Enjoy your week.
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The dining area looks great! I’ve only used Door Dash for burritos when I’m too lazy to get them myself. The Door Dash drivers take forever to get here, but it’s better than getting the food myself!
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Thanks, AJ, I guess I should order way before I’m hungry, then, LOL. I don’t like waiting a long time for deliveries. My Instacart grocery deliveries show up within a couple of hours, so that’s not bad, as I’m not expecting “prepared food.”
Enjoy your week..
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I like the Engelbreit plate grouping on the wall! Nice touch.
I have read 2 Alex Finlay books so I look forward to that one. And the Paris Apartment is getting a lot of love around the blogs. I used to read Wendy Corsi Staub years ago. Good to see she is still going strong.
My adult kids use the car service, the delivery services, the pick up at the supermarkets– they certainly have it easier than I had it at their age!
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Thanks, Mia, the plates used to be in a rack that held all four, and it looked good. But my daughter lost it along the way. Sigh. But…I think this new system works, too.
I also use all the delivery and car services, but that’s because I no longer have a car! Now I think I prefer not having the hassle and expense of a car!
Enjoy your week.
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I wrote down pivoting and some of the other shows you mentioned. I am resisting the urge to watch Bridgerton all over again or get involved in a show period because of the time and addiction (it takes its toll)
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Thanks, Trin, I don’t think I’m ready to watch Bridgerton again…but I have one show I watch over and over: Lipstick Jungle!
Enjoy your week.
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I try Door Dash before and all I can say is that my food get deliver. I don’t even get to see the delivery person that drop it off. I guess that the dash in Door Dash.
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Thanks, Marianna, and I’m not sure I would like not seeing the delivery person. Do they ring the bell at least?
Enjoy your week.
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I’m glad to hear you enjoyed The Night Shift! I’m waiting on it at the library. We’ve been using Uber Eats for the past two years & love it. Have a wonderful week!
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Thanks, Diana, I have been curious about Uber Eats. Now I will check it out!
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I really enjoyed Pivoting. Are you liking it?
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Thanks, Alicia, I am enjoying it! I was surprised, too, as it is one that my daughter likes…and we don’t often like the same shows, LOL.
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Like you Laurel, I’ve been venturing out a bit more as the cases are really down around here. Had my hair cut on Friday and stopped in a few shops as well. Hope the coming week is a good one.
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Thanks, Diane, I am glad to finally move out of the apartment occasionally! I had my hair done a couple of weeks ago, and have gone to some restaurants. Enjoy your week.
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The Paris Apartment is popping up everywhere! I am so going to convince the Book Club girls to get a copy for us.
I hope you get to read more books this week and take care!
Lots of Love,
Elza Reads
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Thanks, Mareli, I am loving it!
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The Paris Apartment was my BOTM pick this month. One of those books with ratings all over the board. I look forward to your thoughts on it!
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Thanks, Mary, I am loving it so far!
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I’ve used Door Dash a few times and it got expensive once or twice between the delivery fee and tipping, but it is nice to have food delivered!
Hope you like The PAris Apartment! I loved it.
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Thanks, Greg, I might try it at some point. Enjoy your week!
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Sounds like a good week! The Paris Apartment is on my wishlist. It looks so good. Have a great week!
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Thanks, Yvonne, I am enjoying it so far.
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Just love that Mickey and Pluto statue!
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Thanks, Harvee, I do, too!
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The dining corner looks lovely — and nostalgic. I like the Mickey and Pluto statute too..
Glad you enjoyed the reading and watching. We used Door Dash at the office when no one wanted to make the drive out. I was surprised our small town offered the service but it is nice to have the option.
Have a good week and Happy Reading!
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Thanks, Martha, I hope to actually sit down with friends in my dining corner!
Door Dash is definitely on my to-do list.
Enjoy your week.
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I read The Paris Apartment last week, it was interesting. I hope you enjoy it too, happy reading and have a great week!
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Thanks, Kay, I’m glad you liked it. I am enjoying it so far.
Have a good week.
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The Baker’s Rack looks fantastic. I bet you get a lot of happiness from seeing all the things you have collected there.
Let’s see what you think about The Paris Apartment. I thought it was just okay.
It’s great that you have so many ways to get around and to get the foods you want to eat.
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Thanks, Deb, and yes, I like looking at my collections, sitting down to eat while gazing about…LOL, I will probably start using Door Dash instead of going out.
So far I’m enjoying The Paris Apartment, although I haven’t actually figured out what happened to Ben yet!
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My town doesn’t have a lot of food delivery options, nor Lyft or Uber though we do have two taxi’s. I still go grocery shopping but I wear a mask, it’s a small inconvenience offset against the long term risks of CoVid though.
Your Butchers rack looks like it belongs
Wishing you a great reading week
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Thanks, Shelleyrae, I love that I have finally found some of my favorite collectibles and put together this new Rack.
Now I am looking around to see what else I can find! I know, obsessed.
I am enjoying the deliveries…although I would like to go out to shops more. Perhaps soon?
Enjoy your week.
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Great looking books..
I have used Door Dash on occasion and was happy with them. I usually cook or we go through the drive through for takeout.
I use Instacart always. They have not disappointed me yet. I shop at Kroger and they use the same person to shop and deliver. I’ll never use Walmart again for delivery. I’ve had a horrible time with that one. They never showed up three times and said they delivered. I had to go through way to much to do that one again. I will use them for shipping but not delivery from store. I did get refunded by the way but the experience was so horrible and really left me stressed….
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Thanks, Linda, my Instacart is usually with the Save Mart down the street where I used to shop when I actually went to the stores.
I had two bad experiences with Instacart, with items missing and trouble with refunds. But the office staff sorted it okay and I am now very careful when the deliveries arrive.
I don’t like Walmart for shopping, so I wouldn’t try them for delivery.
Enjoy your week and your books.
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I had a pretty quiet week. Today has already been busier than all of last week. I like that you are getting your space comfortable for you and decorated as you wish. Come see my week here. Happy reading!
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Thanks, Kathy, I love being able to enjoy my space, especially since we’ve all spent more time in our homes during this Pandemic.
Enjoy your week.
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Your dining area looks wonderful! I am so glad that the baker’s rack is up and it looks amazing. I have not tried Door Dash or Instacart. It could be a good option. I hope that you have a great week!
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Thanks, Carole, I am happy about my dining area, with my Coca Cola table and chairs and the Baker’s Rack. Adding some Disney trinkets and Engelbreit goodies make it all so great for me.
I love options available like Door Dash and Instacart. The Pandemic probably made these things more important in our lives. Let’s enjoy them!
Have a great week.
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