In My Own Words, Lifestyle

End of An Era

It's an end of an era. With DD 214 in hand, Alex is leaving the Marines to go home for good today. It may not officially be a military love-story, but there's love and it's a story. The Sergeant is done.

Experiences, Travel

New Bern, North Carolina: Birthplace of Pepsi-Cola

New Bern, North Carolina is one of the cutest towns I've ever seen. Not only is it the second oldest town in NC, it's the Birthplace of Pepsi-Cola. Everything about the town makes it absolutely worth the day trip!

Experiences, Style, Travel

So Long, Jacksonville

So Long, Jacksonville! I flew in for the first time EXACTLY five years ago today. I'm flying in for, likely, the last time. I was not immediately smitten, but I've grown to love it.

Books, Fiction

The Farm by Joanne Ramos

The Farm by Joanne Ramos is heartbreaking and infuriating. She has quite a literary career ahead of her if this is what she brings to the table with her debut novel.

11..., Lifestyle

11… Reasons I Don’t Hate Nicholas Sparks

11... Reasons I Don't Hate Nicholas Sparks. I'm sure he's lovely, but his writing is crap and formulaic. His settings, however, are idyllic. I do love North Carolina, so we at least have one thing in common.

Books, Fiction

Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes

If you're looking for a harsh yet kind not completely bad book review, look no further. Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes made me sad because the plot sucks. The dialogue is good, but it's definitely nothing more than an escapist read for vacation.