Q&A (avec mon Mari)

That's "(with my husband)" if you didn't know. I was trying to impress you with my French skills which might be impressive if I didn't have to Google translate the word for "husband."

Anyway, Jess at The Newly did this super cute Q&A with her husband the other day and it seemed like so much fun that I thought I'd give it a try! Time to test my Hubby with some Blogging 101...

Q: What's the name of my blog?

A: Beeautiful Blessings. Is this a test? I don't want to be tested!

Q: When did I start writing it?

A: Um...toward the end of 2011. No, I take that back! It was 2012 when we first moved to Pittsburgh in 2012. Was that wrong, too? (Yes. Haha!)

Q: What do I usually write about?

A: Love, life and pursuit of awesomeness.

Q: What does "OOTD" stand for?

A: *Long pause* Out of the...door. 

Q: What's your favorite post that I've written?

A: Well, that's a hard one. Aside from the ones about my bad habits and our sex life, I'd have to say- didn't you write a blog about when we first met? Because if you did- that one. When you first mentioned when we got together...I don't know there's a lot of them!

Q: What's one of my favorite books I've read lately?

A: It's hard because you like a lot of books. Well, one you read is The Fan. (Fangirl). And there's the one with all the mystical characters- you know the one with the giant and the mother? (Roald Dahl). You like to read Roald Dahl.

Q: If I could travel anywhere in the world, where would I go?

A: Everywhere! You'd probably start in the Caribbean and then head toward Europe. You'd probably see The Philippines, Japan and Vietnam along with Israel, maybe India and then all through Europe. But you wouldn't go to see Canada and Alaska.

Q: What are my favorite baby names?

A: For boys you really like Atticus. For girls there's several of them. There's Gypsy, and Vera and Whimsy!

Q: What would I do with a million dollars?

A: You'd probably donte 3/4 of it to charity and then use the rest to build a wooden log cabin-type house.

Q: What is one thing you'd want my readers to know about me?

A: That you are...I'm trying not to think out loud so you won't quote me. That you are one of those rare people in the world who actually gives a shit.

Q: Alright, last one: How much do you love me?!

A: THIIIIIIIIIIIIIIS MUCH! Plus, to the moon and back.

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Thanks baby, I love you THIS MUCH, too!

Book Review: Life After Life

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I kept seeing this book pop up on "Best of 2013" lists, so while I wasn't familiar with the author, I gave it a try. At over 520+ pages long, I admit this took me longer than usual to finish. But I was so glad I read it when I did- this writing is astounding and this is one of the most creative stories I've read in a very long time.

According to GoodReads...

"On a cold and snowy night in 1910, Ursula Todd is born, the third child of a wealthy English banker and his wife. Sadly, she dies before she can draw her first breath. On that same cold and snowy night, Ursula Todd is born, lets out a lusty wail, and embarks upon a life that will be, to say the least, unusual. For as she grows, she also dies, repeatedly, in any number of ways. Clearly history (and Kate Atkinson) have plans for her: In Ursula rests nothing less than the fate of civilization.

Wildly inventive, darkly comic, startlingly poignant — this is Kate Atkinson at her absolute best, playing with time and history, telling a story that is breathtaking for both its audacity and its endless satisfactions."

The book follows the life and multiple deaths of Ursula Todd. Born in 1910, Ursula dies multiple times throughout her childhood. We don't know why she continues to be reborn, and neither does she. All she knows is that something about her is different and she must take actions when these overwhelming feelings of imminent danger overcome her.

Over the course of the book, we see Ursula's life play out in several ways which is the most fun thing about it. One decision made differently saves the life of the family's maid, of the young neighbor girl, of herself. With each consequent life, we learn more about Ursula and get to see the "Butterfly effect" her decisions have in the lives of those around her.

At the end, we see Ursula take charge of her [lives] and attempt to alter the course of history. 

Although, this book was slow in parts and I wish the author had better developed some of the secondary characters, I was so impressed with the writing that I have to give it...

FIVE out of FIVE stars!

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Have you read Life After Life? What did you think?
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About Me: 2024

 

I've been having a minor case of Blogger's block lately and decided to look up some Blogger writing prompts to get my creative juices flowing. One of the prompts I was drawn to was "Write the 'About' page for your blog in 10 years." I really loved this because regardless of the followers and the giveaways and all that other Blogger hootenanny, this is something I want to continue doing for years to come.

    So without further ado, here is my About Me: 2024.   > > >   Hi, I'm Kaity!  

(Circa 2014)

I'm the happily married wifey of Chuck (13 years and counting!).   Mama to three freckle-faced mini-me's and soon-to-be Mama to one not-so freckled-faced babe in Uganda.   Liker of Jesus (working on loving Him more every day).   Non-profit worker.   Masters' degree attain-er.   Globe trotter, food lover and master gardener.   Likes: Running, yoga, reading, canning my own veggies, chocolate and rainbows.   Dislikes: Odd numbers, mortgage payments, dirty dishes.   If you like fashion, interior design or crafting- this is probably not the blog for you.   If you like sweet Mommy moments, hopeless romance and fun-filled adventures, feel free to stick around :)   > > >   So what do you think? Am I utterly delusional? Honestly, as long as I'm happy, healthy and still lovin' on my Hubby- I could care less how my about page reads. But it will certainly be fun to look back on this and see how my story unfolds!   What does your 2024 'About' page look like?  

My Style Icon

My mother once argued against my statement that I am not a "stylish" person. She said, I'm not a "trendy" person, but I definitely have my own unique style. I think she was right. I could do without chevron and crop tops, but give me a hippie skirt any day and I'll be a happy camper. If I had to describe my style, I'd probably use words like "comfy," "flowy," and "bohemian."

If I had to pin point my personal style icon, there are several runner-ups. I love Madame de Rosa's perfect Bohemian outfits and Jess' more relaxed style over at Boho Baby Bump. I'm inspired by the gorgeous hippie fashion of the 60's exemplified by Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix and the fictional Penny Lane of Almost Famous.

But none of these style icons hold a candle to my numero uno inspiration.

Circa 1976. Lucerne, Switzerland.

This is my all-time favorite picture of my mom. She exemplified and exemplifies a free-spirited, soulful hippie. She will always be my favorite style icon.

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