Today my husband and I drove to one of our favorite breakfast spots and picked a random table to down at. A few minutes later, an old man sat down at the table directly next to ours. He was eating alone and reading the newspaper but he kept glancing at Kris and I. After we finished our breakfast, Kris went to the front of the restaurant to pay for our food and I smiled at him. The old man caught my smile, glanced at my wedding ring and asked, "How long have you been married? I'm only asking because you look really happy."
I answered him and we chatted while I waited for Kris. When he came back, the old man added him to the conversation. Before we knew it, we were whisked into a beautiful conversation about love, miracles, faith, happiness and the joys of having a family. Talking to this man was so easy and we could tell by the look in his eyes and the smile on his face that he really appreciated that we took the time to talk to him.
He told us about many intimate, important aspects of his life, like the death of his son, the death of both of his wives and what he was passionate about. In return, we told him stories about our lives that we thought would make him smile. As we told him about our lives, the smile never left his face.
By the time that the conversation was over and it was time to leave, he thanked us for talking to him, thanked my husband for his service and said, "God bless you both." He walked away from that conversation with tears in the corner of his eyes and a huge smile lighting up his face.
It felt like he really needed to have that conversation and was grateful to have the chance to have it with people that were willing to listen. It felt so incredibly good to know that my husband and I had given him that happiness.
By just taking an hour of our time to talk to him, we made him feel good, which made us feel even better. This spontaneous conversation made me realize just how good it feels to make someone else happy, even if that person is a stranger. So as we walked out of that restaurant, Kris and I couldn't help but feel blessed to know that we were a part of that and we felt so incredibly lucky to have met him. It just goes to show that something as simple as talking to someone else can make a difference and that it's truly the little things in life that matter. We went into the restaurant for breakfast and left with a blessing and happiness that we couldn't have anticipated.
-Chelsea
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Friday, November 11, 2016
Saturday, October 15, 2016
My First Pole Dancing Competition
One week ago, my friends and I packed up our cars and made our way down to Connecticut to compete in the 2016 Northeast Pole Championships. For most of us, it was our first competition and we couldn't have been more nervous or excited.
I'd never done anything like this in my entire life. I grew up playing sports like football and soccer, games that needed a full team. But with this routine, I'd be competing all by myself. I competed on Sunday, while almost all of my friends competed on Saturday. I must admit that I was a little jealous of them. I was so nervous and my nerves seemed to grow by the minute. Part of me just wanted to get the routine over with while the other part of me wanted to savor every possible second of the experience.
I was even more nervous because there were many more people in my category as there were in my friends' categories. So I tried telling myself that since there wasn't a great chance that I'd win, that I should just try to take the pressure off of myself and enjoy my performance. But then I felt bad because I didn't want to go into the competition thinking that I wasn't going to win. So I reminded myself that it didn't matter if I won or lost. What mattered is that I spent months working incredibly hard on this routine and that I was doing something that was completely out of my comfort zone. I've loved pole dancing from the second that I started doing it but having the courage to actually compete was something that I never actually thought that I'd attain. Even now, a week later, I'm still a little surprised that I actually did it. Sometimes it feels like a dream.
I was so afraid that I was going to fall on stage or mess us drastically but I didn't. Sure, the routine wasn't perfect. I had a few small hiccups but nothing really even noticeable to anyone but me and my instructor. I am incredibly proud of myself for even competing, even though I didn't win or place. I know that I left my heart and soul on that stage and that I did the best that I possibly could have.
I'm also really glad that I went just because it was a really amazing, fun road trip with some great memories and even better friends. I'll never forget them and all of the laughs, wine and good times that we shared together. I know that when I'm older I'll look back on this experience and feel really lucky that I got to do what I loved to do with some really fantastic people. I'm so glad that we all pushed ourselves and grew together.
And I can't wait to compete again.
-Chelsea
I'd never done anything like this in my entire life. I grew up playing sports like football and soccer, games that needed a full team. But with this routine, I'd be competing all by myself. I competed on Sunday, while almost all of my friends competed on Saturday. I must admit that I was a little jealous of them. I was so nervous and my nerves seemed to grow by the minute. Part of me just wanted to get the routine over with while the other part of me wanted to savor every possible second of the experience.
Category: Dramatic, Level 2
Song: Daylight by Maroon 5
I was even more nervous because there were many more people in my category as there were in my friends' categories. So I tried telling myself that since there wasn't a great chance that I'd win, that I should just try to take the pressure off of myself and enjoy my performance. But then I felt bad because I didn't want to go into the competition thinking that I wasn't going to win. So I reminded myself that it didn't matter if I won or lost. What mattered is that I spent months working incredibly hard on this routine and that I was doing something that was completely out of my comfort zone. I've loved pole dancing from the second that I started doing it but having the courage to actually compete was something that I never actually thought that I'd attain. Even now, a week later, I'm still a little surprised that I actually did it. Sometimes it feels like a dream.
I was so afraid that I was going to fall on stage or mess us drastically but I didn't. Sure, the routine wasn't perfect. I had a few small hiccups but nothing really even noticeable to anyone but me and my instructor. I am incredibly proud of myself for even competing, even though I didn't win or place. I know that I left my heart and soul on that stage and that I did the best that I possibly could have.
I'm also really glad that I went just because it was a really amazing, fun road trip with some great memories and even better friends. I'll never forget them and all of the laughs, wine and good times that we shared together. I know that when I'm older I'll look back on this experience and feel really lucky that I got to do what I loved to do with some really fantastic people. I'm so glad that we all pushed ourselves and grew together.
And I can't wait to compete again.
-Chelsea
Wednesday, July 27, 2016
Exploring the North Country!
Being someone that was raised in South Florida, I didn't grow up around waterfalls. I saw a few on some of my family vacations but that was about it. Kris and I have lived up North for over two years now and we've been told that there are over sixty waterfalls within a 4 hour radius of our house. We've seen a few over the past few years but over the past few weeks, I've decided to see as many of them as I possibly can. I know that we won't live up here forever, so I want to take advantage of all of the beauty and wonder that this place has to offer. So Kris and I have made a concerted effort to see more waterfalls lately and I'm so glad that we did. They are truly some of the most beautiful places that I've ever seen and these photos do not do them justice.
This is one of my absolute favorite photos of Kris.
These are just a few of my favorite photos! I hope that you've enjoyed them!
-Chelsea
Thursday, June 30, 2016
Why I'm a Pole Dancer
Recently, I've taken up and become addicted to a new hobby: pole dancing. This is something that I've always wanted to do but has always been outside of my comfort zone. I never thought that I'd actually get around to doing it. I had a friend that was taking lessons and I was always so jealous of every pole dancing picture that she posted on Facebook. But even still, I always found a way to talk myself out of going to lessons with her.
Then, one day, she sent me a message and asked me to come to a class with her. I was both nervous and excited, but mostly nervous. After my first class, I was hooked and after my fourth class, I decided that I wanted to compete. Before I knew it, I'd absolutely fallen in love with pole dancing.
But even though I loved it so much, for the first few weeks that I went to class, I hardly talked about it. Only a select few people knew that I was doing it. I knew that there was a stigma that surrounded pole dancing and that it tended to be associated with stripping. I didn't want to listen to people make ignorant comments or judge me based on something that I loved. But after a while, I realized that if I hid it, it might look like I was embarrassed about it, even though I wasn't. And more importantly, I realized that I didn't care what other people thought because I knew the truth and that was all that mattered.
So I finally decided to tell people. Once I did, there were a few general reactions that I received. "Oh, you're a pole dancer? I bet your husband loves that", "I can't believe that you're a stripper. I never would've pictured you doing that", etc. They were the same reactions that I'd wanted to avoid. Thankfully, however, there were some people that were, and still are, very supportive of my pole dancing endeavors. And for that, I'm extremely grateful.
But one of the most popular questions that I get asked is why I pole dance. And the answer is quite simple: It's brought me nothing but happiness. Pole dancing has taught me how to be stronger, more flexible and more brave than I've ever been in my life. It's pushed my limits and gotten me to do things that I never thought that I could. It's thrown me out of my comfort zone and gotten me to try new things. It brought me into this wonderful community full of the most supportive, encouraging and delightful people, people that I never would've met otherwise. When anyone in our class succeeds, everyone is genuinely happy for that person. We go out and do things together outside of class and always have a wonderful time together. So I'm not only doing something that I love, I'm doing it while surrounded by amazing company.
There's also one more significant benefit to pole dancing, one that I never saw coming. I've always had anxiety issues but over the last few years, they've gotten more difficult to deal with. Ever since I've started pole dancing, my anxiety levels have decreased significantly. And that's because I have an outlet, a place to put all of my nervous energy. An escape from my daily life. For an hour an a half a few times a week, nothing else exists and I forget my problems. It's been extremely therapeutic for me. Pole dancing has allowed me to become a more positive and confident person. I feel empowered. I feel strong. I feel better.
I look forward to every class and to learning just what else I'm capable of. I'm learning to do things that I never thought were possible, all while having a good time with wonderful people. I've only been doing this for a few months and I'm amazed at my progress. It makes me wonder how much better I'll be in just a few more months. I've undergone amazing transformations within myself, both inside and out. I'm proud of myself for even trying something new, let alone continuing with it and competing. I'm so glad that my friend asked me to come with her. The only regret that I have is not starting sooner.
So if you have something that you've always wanted to do, do it. It might turn out better than you've ever imagined. It certainly did for me.
-Chelsea
Then, one day, she sent me a message and asked me to come to a class with her. I was both nervous and excited, but mostly nervous. After my first class, I was hooked and after my fourth class, I decided that I wanted to compete. Before I knew it, I'd absolutely fallen in love with pole dancing.
But even though I loved it so much, for the first few weeks that I went to class, I hardly talked about it. Only a select few people knew that I was doing it. I knew that there was a stigma that surrounded pole dancing and that it tended to be associated with stripping. I didn't want to listen to people make ignorant comments or judge me based on something that I loved. But after a while, I realized that if I hid it, it might look like I was embarrassed about it, even though I wasn't. And more importantly, I realized that I didn't care what other people thought because I knew the truth and that was all that mattered.
So I finally decided to tell people. Once I did, there were a few general reactions that I received. "Oh, you're a pole dancer? I bet your husband loves that", "I can't believe that you're a stripper. I never would've pictured you doing that", etc. They were the same reactions that I'd wanted to avoid. Thankfully, however, there were some people that were, and still are, very supportive of my pole dancing endeavors. And for that, I'm extremely grateful.
But one of the most popular questions that I get asked is why I pole dance. And the answer is quite simple: It's brought me nothing but happiness. Pole dancing has taught me how to be stronger, more flexible and more brave than I've ever been in my life. It's pushed my limits and gotten me to do things that I never thought that I could. It's thrown me out of my comfort zone and gotten me to try new things. It brought me into this wonderful community full of the most supportive, encouraging and delightful people, people that I never would've met otherwise. When anyone in our class succeeds, everyone is genuinely happy for that person. We go out and do things together outside of class and always have a wonderful time together. So I'm not only doing something that I love, I'm doing it while surrounded by amazing company.
This move needs some practice but I'm still
incredibly proud of myself for coming this far.
There's also one more significant benefit to pole dancing, one that I never saw coming. I've always had anxiety issues but over the last few years, they've gotten more difficult to deal with. Ever since I've started pole dancing, my anxiety levels have decreased significantly. And that's because I have an outlet, a place to put all of my nervous energy. An escape from my daily life. For an hour an a half a few times a week, nothing else exists and I forget my problems. It's been extremely therapeutic for me. Pole dancing has allowed me to become a more positive and confident person. I feel empowered. I feel strong. I feel better.
I look forward to every class and to learning just what else I'm capable of. I'm learning to do things that I never thought were possible, all while having a good time with wonderful people. I've only been doing this for a few months and I'm amazed at my progress. It makes me wonder how much better I'll be in just a few more months. I've undergone amazing transformations within myself, both inside and out. I'm proud of myself for even trying something new, let alone continuing with it and competing. I'm so glad that my friend asked me to come with her. The only regret that I have is not starting sooner.
So if you have something that you've always wanted to do, do it. It might turn out better than you've ever imagined. It certainly did for me.
-Chelsea
Sunday, June 12, 2016
Bucket List Updates
It's been a while since I've posted anything about my bucket list, so I thought that it was time for an update! I've crossed off a few things since the last time that I posted about it and I've also de-cluttered the list a bit! I hope that the next time that I post about it, I'll have more things crossed off and maybe some new things added!
(These are in no particular order, by the way!)
(These are in no particular order, by the way!)
- See a lantern festival
- Drink coffee in
Seattle - Visit Pearl Harbor
- Visit Ground Zero
Cliff dive- 6/11/2016- Celebrate my 100th birthday
- Make a wish in the Trevi Fountain
Kiss/be on a big screen5/15/2013- Go to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Run the Color Run- 6/18/2016- Snowboard/Ski
Start a blog-4/29/2013- See the Eiffel Tower
- Visit Pixar Studios
Write a letter to myself and open in 10 years6/28/13- Eat
pizza and spaghetti in Italy - Eat in one of Gordon Ramsey's restaurants
- Visit the Hershey's Chocolate Factory in Pennsylvania
- Try Chicago style pizza in Chicago
- Visit Ben&Jerry's in Vermont
- Eat at Carlo's Bakery
- Take a tour of the White House
- Be in 2 places at once
- Witness a miracle
- See a meteor shower
- Graduate college
- Go to Disneyland in California
- See a Broadway play in New York
Finish my novel-7/28/2012 at 12:15 a.m.Rescue a dog-5/28/2014Get married-5/12/2013- Go on a
Disney cruise Win a championship-November 2009 and 2011- NSPA- Run a Disney marathon
- Ride in a helicopter
Take an art class- 05/17/2016Be on T.V.-5/11/2011- WPTVGo to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween-10/16/2012Dance in the moonlight-1/25/2012Go on a road trip-12/19/2014- Scuba dive
- Swim with dolphins
- Skydive
- Learn how to play guitar
- Rock climb
- Learn to sing
- Get published
- Go on a book tour
- Write a second novel-1/29/2016
- Have kids
- Adopt a kid
- Make the NY Times Best Seller's List
White water raft- 6/11/2016- Zipline
- See the Northern Lights
Make a snow angel-11/18/2014- Learn sign language
- Go surfing
- Have a white Christmas
- Build a snowman
- Shop in N.Y.C.
- See the Statue of Liberty
- Swim in an infinity pool
- Play messy twister
- Carve my initials into a tree
- Attend a masquerade
- Have a
shaving cream fight Ride in a hot air balloon5/16/2013- Learn to embroider
- Go to Austria
I can't tell you how good it feels to cross things off of my bucket list! I can't wait for even more adventures to come!
What's on your bucket list?
-Chelsea
Monday, April 4, 2016
It's My Birthday!
April 4th is one of my favorite days of the year because... it's my birthday! Yep, today I am officially one year older! I've learned a lot in these 20+ years and I thought that now would be a good time to reflect on it!
I am...
A sister.
A daughter.
A wife.
A student.
A friend.
A writer.
An athlete.
An artist.
A caregiver.
A nanny.
Life has taken me on an incredible journey so far and I'm so excited to see where the next year takes me!
-Chelsea
- Don't judge anyone- You don't know anyone else's story or what they're going through, so don't pass judgment.
- Make yourself happy- Only you know what it takes to make you happy and what you want out of life. Life is short. So live it the way that you want to and don't worry about what anyone else thinks about it.
- Try new things- Life is about experience and making memories. Don't just stay in your comfort zone. Get out there and experience everything that life has to offer.
- Laugh as often as possible- Don't dwell on the bad things in life. Stay positive and let yourself enjoy life. Laughter is the best medicine.
- Appreciate people while they are there- People don't stay around forever and when they're gone, you'll always miss them. Make sure that you let them know how much you love and appreciate them while you can.
- Never stop trying to live your dream- If you have something that you want or want to achieve, go after it and never stop fighting for it.
- Be grateful for what you have- Always appreciate how blessed you are and never forget that.
I am...
A sister.
A daughter.
A wife.
A student.
A friend.
A writer.
An athlete.
An artist.
A caregiver.
A nanny.
Life has taken me on an incredible journey so far and I'm so excited to see where the next year takes me!
-Chelsea
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Staying in Touch
I'm a firm believer that relationships are work, whether they are romantic relationships or friendships. But I don't think that's a bad thing. In fact, I actually think the opposite. I think it's a really good thing. If you're working on a relationship, it means that you're making sure that you stay a part of that person's life. For example, ever since Kelsey moved away, we've been keeping in touch with each other. We mostly talk through text messages but there have also been phone calls as well as Face-time chats. I even went to go visit her new place in Kentucky a few months ago. (Click here to read about it). We've talked about trying to take another vacation together some time in the future as well. We're always talking and keeping each other up-to-date on what's going on in our lives. To me, that shows me just how important I am to her and vice versa. Even though we now live over 1,000 miles away from each other, we're still doing our best to maintain our friendship and make sure that it's just as strong as ever. To me, that's true friendship. We aren't letting the distance come between us.
I understand that life goes on and people get busy. It's not practical to think that I'll be in constant communication with my friends and I don't. That goes for my other friends as well. I still consider myself friends with many of the people that I left behind when I moved out of Florida. We talk when we can and meet up whenever I come down for a visit.
But it really shows me how close Kelsey and I are because we are still making that effort to be there for each other. And I know that we always will. I have no doubt that if I called her at 2 a.m. and told her that I needed her that she'd figure out a way to be there for me. And she knows that I would do the same for her in a heartbeat.
I still miss her like crazy every day and life hasn't been the same since she left. There is nobody that can ever replace her. And it feels really good to know that she's still my best friend and that she's still there for me no matter what. When people move away, most of the time they promise to keep in touch with the people that they leave behind. In my opinion, it's a rarity and a gift when they come through on those promises. I'm so appreciative that I found someone that did. I always knew that Kelsey was a special friend and that I was blessed to have her in my life. Her effort to hold onto our friendship proves that I was right.
-Chelsea
I understand that life goes on and people get busy. It's not practical to think that I'll be in constant communication with my friends and I don't. That goes for my other friends as well. I still consider myself friends with many of the people that I left behind when I moved out of Florida. We talk when we can and meet up whenever I come down for a visit.
But it really shows me how close Kelsey and I are because we are still making that effort to be there for each other. And I know that we always will. I have no doubt that if I called her at 2 a.m. and told her that I needed her that she'd figure out a way to be there for me. And she knows that I would do the same for her in a heartbeat.
I still miss her like crazy every day and life hasn't been the same since she left. There is nobody that can ever replace her. And it feels really good to know that she's still my best friend and that she's still there for me no matter what. When people move away, most of the time they promise to keep in touch with the people that they leave behind. In my opinion, it's a rarity and a gift when they come through on those promises. I'm so appreciative that I found someone that did. I always knew that Kelsey was a special friend and that I was blessed to have her in my life. Her effort to hold onto our friendship proves that I was right.
-Chelsea
Thursday, December 17, 2015
Thankful Thursday
I've always been really thankful for what I have and I do have a lot to be thankful for. Those thankful feelings are magnified around the holidays and I think that it's important to acknowledge what I'm thankful for.
My family- My family is always there for me, no matter what. They are loving, passionate, caring and thoughtful people and I am so blessed to have them in my life. I've always felt lucky to be a part of this family and I know that I always will. I love my family more than anything in the world and couldn't imagine my life without them. I am so thankful to know them and to have had them to teach me about life, the real world, the true meaning of family and myself.
My husband- Kris and I have had a crazy 5 years together (2 years married) and I can't believe that it's been that long. Time has flown by and I couldn't imagine spending my life with anyone else. We have a special bond that I've never felt with anyone else. He makes me feel loved and special. I'm so thankful that we found each other and that we've made the commitment to spend our lives together. I welcome whatever adventures find us in the future.
Kelsey- Kelsey and I have a friendship that is stronger than any friendship I've ever had. Even though she moved away, she is still my closest friend and our friendship is stronger than ever. She always finds a way to push me out of my comfort zone and makes me feel better about myself. I'm a better person for knowing her and she's absolutely irreplaceable in my life.
This is only a small glimpse into what I'm thankful for. I'm saving the rest for upcoming posts! Until then, happy Thankful Thursday!
What are you thankful for?
-Chelsea
My family- My family is always there for me, no matter what. They are loving, passionate, caring and thoughtful people and I am so blessed to have them in my life. I've always felt lucky to be a part of this family and I know that I always will. I love my family more than anything in the world and couldn't imagine my life without them. I am so thankful to know them and to have had them to teach me about life, the real world, the true meaning of family and myself.
My husband- Kris and I have had a crazy 5 years together (2 years married) and I can't believe that it's been that long. Time has flown by and I couldn't imagine spending my life with anyone else. We have a special bond that I've never felt with anyone else. He makes me feel loved and special. I'm so thankful that we found each other and that we've made the commitment to spend our lives together. I welcome whatever adventures find us in the future.
Kelsey- Kelsey and I have a friendship that is stronger than any friendship I've ever had. Even though she moved away, she is still my closest friend and our friendship is stronger than ever. She always finds a way to push me out of my comfort zone and makes me feel better about myself. I'm a better person for knowing her and she's absolutely irreplaceable in my life.
This is only a small glimpse into what I'm thankful for. I'm saving the rest for upcoming posts! Until then, happy Thankful Thursday!
What are you thankful for?
-Chelsea
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Austria
I don't know about you guys but for me, the holidays are a time for reflection. I think about what's important to me and what I really want out of life. As I've gotten older, I've realized that life isn't about material things and that things I want can't be bought.
I lost my grandmother this past January. We were extremely close and I miss her dearly every single day. Christmas was her favorite time of year and Christmas Eve was, by far, her absolute favorite day of the year. No competition. This time of year is very special to my family, especially now that Grandma is gone. It's been the hardest holiday season of my life because everything reminds me of her and because it is my first Christmas without her. She's been on my mind constantly, as well as the many wonderful memories that we shared together.
The most important thing to her was family and that was something that she transferred to everyone that she knew. I always wanted to be like her and I still do. I know that I always will. She and I had so many wonderful memories together. One of my favorite memories is us watching The Sound of Music together over and over. I spent many weekends at her house and I'd always ask her to play that movie. It was our favorite. While we'd watch it, we'd talk about how beautiful Austria was and how much we'd both like to go. Austria was the one place in the world that she wanted to travel to and she never got the chance. I can't think of The Sound of Music or Austria without thinking about my grandmother and the trip we both would've loved to take. There aren't any words that can describe how much I wish that she could've taken that trip before she passed away.
So when I reflect on what I want out of life, I know one thing is for sure: the one thing that I want most is to go to Austria. I don't know if I'll ever get there but I do know that I'll do everything in my power to try to make it happen.
I miss and love my grandmother and I hope that one day, I can make that dream of going to Austria come true. Although the one thing that I want most can't be wrapped in ribbons or bows, if I ever get it, it'll be the greatest gift that I could possibly ever receive.
I hope that you all get everything you ever dreamed of.
-Chelsea
I lost my grandmother this past January. We were extremely close and I miss her dearly every single day. Christmas was her favorite time of year and Christmas Eve was, by far, her absolute favorite day of the year. No competition. This time of year is very special to my family, especially now that Grandma is gone. It's been the hardest holiday season of my life because everything reminds me of her and because it is my first Christmas without her. She's been on my mind constantly, as well as the many wonderful memories that we shared together.
The most important thing to her was family and that was something that she transferred to everyone that she knew. I always wanted to be like her and I still do. I know that I always will. She and I had so many wonderful memories together. One of my favorite memories is us watching The Sound of Music together over and over. I spent many weekends at her house and I'd always ask her to play that movie. It was our favorite. While we'd watch it, we'd talk about how beautiful Austria was and how much we'd both like to go. Austria was the one place in the world that she wanted to travel to and she never got the chance. I can't think of The Sound of Music or Austria without thinking about my grandmother and the trip we both would've loved to take. There aren't any words that can describe how much I wish that she could've taken that trip before she passed away.
So when I reflect on what I want out of life, I know one thing is for sure: the one thing that I want most is to go to Austria. I don't know if I'll ever get there but I do know that I'll do everything in my power to try to make it happen.
I miss and love my grandmother and I hope that one day, I can make that dream of going to Austria come true. Although the one thing that I want most can't be wrapped in ribbons or bows, if I ever get it, it'll be the greatest gift that I could possibly ever receive.
I hope that you all get everything you ever dreamed of.
-Chelsea
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
My Favorite Shows On Netflix
If you're anything like me, you absolutely love Netflix! I'm addicted to many of its shows and have spent quite a lot of quality time with it! Last winter when Kris and I were snowed in for days, we used the time to catch up on our shows! Also, after a long day of work and school, it's nice to unwind with some of our favorite shows!
I'm a little late getting on the bandwagon for a lot of these shows but that doesn't stop me from enjoying them as much as I can! I've found a lot of great shows by reading other peoples' blogs for recommendations. I've got tons of shows on my list that I can't wait to get to once I finish the ones that I'm watching now!
Although you're probably either watching or have watched these shows, I thought I'd recommend my favorites in case you haven't!
These shows are listed in no particular order.
Shows I've Finished:
Merlin- Seriously, go watch it. My friend recommended it to me years ago and I never watched it. Once I got through it on Netflix I couldn't believe that I'd blown it off for so long. It's so different from anything that I'd ever watched before. It was refreshing, dramatic, emotional and full of adventure!
Gilmore Girls- I wasn't thrilled with the last season of it but for the most part, I really enjoyed it! The relationship between Rory and Lorelei reminded me a lot of my relationship with my mother.
Heartland- I'd never heard of this show until a few months ago and once I found it, I binged-watched it! Only the first 6 seasons of the show are on Netflix and I can't wait until the rest of it is added!
Cheers- This show is a classic. It needs no description!
Parenthood- There are not enough words to describe how much I love this show! I've never cried so much while watching a show until this one came around! A lot of the characters reminded of people in my own family!
One Tree Hill- This show will forever be one of my favorites! I watched it because Chad Michael Murray was in it but I didn't expect to love it as much as I did! If you're into basketball, drama and love triangles, this show is for you!
Scandal- If you're not watching this show, why not? You need Olivia Pope in your life!
White Collar- I watched this show on a whim one day and it quickly became a favorite! Neal Caffrey will steal your heart and will always keep you wondering which side he's on!
Grey's Anatomy- I stopped watching this show season 12 but I love all of the previous seasons that are on Netflix now!
Last Man Standing- I'm a huge Tim Allen fan, so watching this show was a give-in. This show is always good for a laugh and always puts me in a good mood!
The Dick Van Dyke Show- I've always been a huge fan of Dick Van Dyke, so I had to check out this classic show! I absolutely loved it and all of the characters! It was funny, sweet, wholesome and adorable! I believe that it's being taken off Netflix but you should definitely try to watch it some other way!
Shows I'm Watching Now And Haven't Finished:
Bones- I'm on season 8 right now and I can't wait to catch up! The show is on season 11 right now and I can't imagine how they're going to keep this show going! But I can't wait to find out! This show takes an unlikely pair and puts them together to solve murders. It's funny, heart-wrenching, dramatic and surprising. My husband and I absolutely love to watch this show together!
Friday Night Lights- I have always been a huge football fan, so when I found a drama that was centered around football, I quickly added it to my list! I'm so glad that I did! Although the show deals with a lot of football, you don't have to be a football fan to watch it as there are a lot of different facets to the show. The characters are lovable and memorable and there is something for everyone!
Scrubs- Kris and I watch this show when we need to wind down and watch something that'll put a smile on our faces. This show is light-hearted and fun with just enough reality to make it well-rounded.
Everybody Loves Raymond- We love this show for the same reason that we love Scrubs. What's not to love about a show with busy-body parents that live across the street from their son?
I hope that if you haven't watched any of these shows that you'll check them out and like them as much as I do! If you have any recommendations, please feel free to leave a comment!
-Chelsea
I'm a little late getting on the bandwagon for a lot of these shows but that doesn't stop me from enjoying them as much as I can! I've found a lot of great shows by reading other peoples' blogs for recommendations. I've got tons of shows on my list that I can't wait to get to once I finish the ones that I'm watching now!
Although you're probably either watching or have watched these shows, I thought I'd recommend my favorites in case you haven't!
These shows are listed in no particular order.
Shows I've Finished:
Merlin- Seriously, go watch it. My friend recommended it to me years ago and I never watched it. Once I got through it on Netflix I couldn't believe that I'd blown it off for so long. It's so different from anything that I'd ever watched before. It was refreshing, dramatic, emotional and full of adventure!
Gilmore Girls- I wasn't thrilled with the last season of it but for the most part, I really enjoyed it! The relationship between Rory and Lorelei reminded me a lot of my relationship with my mother.
Heartland- I'd never heard of this show until a few months ago and once I found it, I binged-watched it! Only the first 6 seasons of the show are on Netflix and I can't wait until the rest of it is added!
Cheers- This show is a classic. It needs no description!
Parenthood- There are not enough words to describe how much I love this show! I've never cried so much while watching a show until this one came around! A lot of the characters reminded of people in my own family!
One Tree Hill- This show will forever be one of my favorites! I watched it because Chad Michael Murray was in it but I didn't expect to love it as much as I did! If you're into basketball, drama and love triangles, this show is for you!
Scandal- If you're not watching this show, why not? You need Olivia Pope in your life!
White Collar- I watched this show on a whim one day and it quickly became a favorite! Neal Caffrey will steal your heart and will always keep you wondering which side he's on!
Grey's Anatomy- I stopped watching this show season 12 but I love all of the previous seasons that are on Netflix now!
Last Man Standing- I'm a huge Tim Allen fan, so watching this show was a give-in. This show is always good for a laugh and always puts me in a good mood!
The Dick Van Dyke Show- I've always been a huge fan of Dick Van Dyke, so I had to check out this classic show! I absolutely loved it and all of the characters! It was funny, sweet, wholesome and adorable! I believe that it's being taken off Netflix but you should definitely try to watch it some other way!
Shows I'm Watching Now And Haven't Finished:
Bones- I'm on season 8 right now and I can't wait to catch up! The show is on season 11 right now and I can't imagine how they're going to keep this show going! But I can't wait to find out! This show takes an unlikely pair and puts them together to solve murders. It's funny, heart-wrenching, dramatic and surprising. My husband and I absolutely love to watch this show together!
Friday Night Lights- I have always been a huge football fan, so when I found a drama that was centered around football, I quickly added it to my list! I'm so glad that I did! Although the show deals with a lot of football, you don't have to be a football fan to watch it as there are a lot of different facets to the show. The characters are lovable and memorable and there is something for everyone!
Scrubs- Kris and I watch this show when we need to wind down and watch something that'll put a smile on our faces. This show is light-hearted and fun with just enough reality to make it well-rounded.
Everybody Loves Raymond- We love this show for the same reason that we love Scrubs. What's not to love about a show with busy-body parents that live across the street from their son?
I hope that if you haven't watched any of these shows that you'll check them out and like them as much as I do! If you have any recommendations, please feel free to leave a comment!
-Chelsea
Friday, October 2, 2015
My Favorite Time of the Year!
October has finally arrived and that means that it is officially my favorite time of the year! There are three holidays within the next three months which, for me, means endless smiles! I don't know about you guys but I absolutely love Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas! I think that it's a time that most everyone enjoys, which makes this time all the more beautiful.
Now that Kris and I live up north, we get to experience the changing of the seasons. Our days are filled with apple cider, changing leaves and cool temperatures. It's, in my opinion, the most beautiful time of the year and Kris and I love to share it together. I love all of the wonderful traditions that Kris and I get to start and all of the time that we get to spend with our friends and family. A lot of wonderful things are happening in our lives and it just makes this time of year even better, if that were possible!
I really try to be a positive person and spread positivity to the people in my life. So when this time of year comes around, it makes me so happy because all of the people around me are sharing in happiness and positivity. I'm going to make the best of these next few months and I hope you will too!
-Chelsea
Now that Kris and I live up north, we get to experience the changing of the seasons. Our days are filled with apple cider, changing leaves and cool temperatures. It's, in my opinion, the most beautiful time of the year and Kris and I love to share it together. I love all of the wonderful traditions that Kris and I get to start and all of the time that we get to spend with our friends and family. A lot of wonderful things are happening in our lives and it just makes this time of year even better, if that were possible!
I really try to be a positive person and spread positivity to the people in my life. So when this time of year comes around, it makes me so happy because all of the people around me are sharing in happiness and positivity. I'm going to make the best of these next few months and I hope you will too!
-Chelsea
Monday, August 17, 2015
Currently
I cannot believe that it's been so long since I've posted! I really dropped the ball and I'm going to try to make sure that this doesn't continue to happen! I've been pretty busy lately, so I thought I'd update you guys on what's currently going on in my life!
Currently:
-Chelsea
Currently:
- Reading: The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks- I was recently given this book as a gift. I used to read a lot of Nicholas Sparks novels but haven't for a while. So it was very fun to get back into his writing.
- Watching: Heartland and Beverly Hills 90210. Heartland was recommended to me by a friend. I wasn't sure if I was going to like it or not but I've really enjoyed it so far. I just started season 4, so I'm almost halfway through the show. I started Beverly Hills 90210 because I knew that my mom used to like the show a lot, so I wanted to see whether or not I'd like it, too. So once I saw it on Hulu, I jumped right into it. I'm only on season 2.
- Studying: British Literature. I just started my new course today.
- Loving: Trying new things and meeting new people. I went to my first sewing class today and it was very interesting. I've always wanted to learn to sew but never got around to it. I'm glad that I finally found the time! I also have been going on sunrise walks with some new friends and our dogs. It's been a really great way to get in some exercise and get out of the house. As a bonus, Jax really loves it too!
- Writing: I'm about 6 chapters into a novel that I've started!
- Feeling: Kris has been gone for a little while on business, so I've really been missing him!
- Excited for: Kris' birthday next month!
-Chelsea
Monday, June 29, 2015
Day at the Waterfall
Yesterday, Kris and I decided to take a spontaneous drive to a waterfall and it was absolutely stunning! Admittedly, we don't get out as much as we should, so this impromptu trip was exactly what we needed! The waterfall was about an hour away from our apartment and it was totally worth the trip! I'm hoping that we'll find some more waterfalls not too far from home because exploring and climbing that mountain was incredibly fun!
I hope that everyone else had a fun weekend as well!
-Chelsea
Thursday, June 18, 2015
50 Things I Love
I saw someone else do this not long ago and I thought it would be fun! The internet could always use some more positivity, right?
1. My family
11. BBQs
21. Hiking
1. My family
2. My dog
3. Coffee
4. Disney
5. Writing
6. Reading
7. Movies
8. Netflix
9. My friends
10. Baking
11. BBQs
12. Trying new things
13. Cooking new recipes
14. The outdoors
15. Lazy sundays
16. Etsy
17. Bargain shopping
18. Getting my nails done
19. Weddings
20. Traveling
21. Hiking
22. Musicals
23. Swimming
24. Football
25. Blogging
26. Snowball fights
27. Autumn
28. Summer
29. Flowers
30. Fireplaces
31. Honesty
32. Dancing
33. Maroon 5
34. Harry Potter marathons
35. Cuddling
36. Date nights
37. Sunshine
38. Waterfalls
26. Snowball fights
27. Autumn
28. Summer
29. Flowers
30. Fireplaces
31. Honesty
32. Dancing
33. Maroon 5
34. Harry Potter marathons
35. Cuddling
36. Date nights
37. Sunshine
38. Waterfalls
39. Double dates
40. Mountains
41. The Nanny
42. Organization
43. Hulu
44. Memories of my grandmother
45. Starbucks dates with my friends
46. My wedding dress
47. Long walks with my family
48. The beach
49. Old movies
50. Long phone calls
Well, that was fun!
-Chelsea
40. Mountains
41. The Nanny
42. Organization
43. Hulu
44. Memories of my grandmother
45. Starbucks dates with my friends
46. My wedding dress
47. Long walks with my family
48. The beach
49. Old movies
50. Long phone calls
Well, that was fun!
-Chelsea
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Getting Out
Finally, after months of an extremely rough winter, the snow is finally gone and the temperatures have started rising! For the past few days, the temperatures have been in the 70s and Kris and I have been taking complete advantage of it. We've spent every spare second that we could in the sun and we've been loving it! Living up north is very different than living in Florida, of course and we've definitely missed the sun! It's been so refreshing to be able to wear shorts again and enjoy the heat! I'm dealing with a pretty bad sunburn right now but it was definitely worth it! After being cooped up in our apartment all winter, getting out and spending some time in the sunshine was exactly what we needed! I hope that, wherever you are, that you're taking advantage of this beautiful summer weather too!
Brooke and I have also been taking advantage of this beautiful weather!
-Chelsea
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Putting Myself Out There
I've always been someone that has had a low self-esteem and is super shy. Because of that, it makes it extremely hard to put myself out there and takes risks. Ever since Kelsey moved away, I've had to make adjustments, which to be honest, has been kind of difficult for me. When she lived here, we were inseparable. We didn't need anybody else because we had each other and that was more than enough.
But because she moved away, I've had to start over and try to find ways to make new friends. Honestly, that's never been something that I was good at. I grew up in a small town, the type of place where everybody knew everybody. I had no reason to put myself out there because everyone knew each other. Even then, I still clung to my two closest friends. I'm the type of person that likes only having a few key friends. I like having strong bonds with a few, select people but that's just my personal preference.
I knew that Kelsey's leaving would hit me hard but I didn't realize just how hard. She was such an amazing friend that it's weird to think about trying to replace her, even though I know that I can't really "replace" her. So I've had no choice but to put myself out there and try to meet some new people. That's always scary because you're allowing yourself to either be accepted or rejected by other people. And even though I've tried to make it work with some girls, it hasn't worked out in my favor. I was starting to get discouraged but I knew that I had to keep trying and not give up. I knew that eventually, things would get better.
And they have. I've met two girls recently that I really like and I could see us being really great friends. I haven't known them for very long but we're constantly texting and we're planning on getting together once one of them comes home from vacation. It's been hard and to be honest, the few times that meeting people didn't go well kind of bruised my ego but in the end, it'll be worth it. These things take time but that's okay, as long as I keep trying and keep putting myself out there.
-Chelsea
But because she moved away, I've had to start over and try to find ways to make new friends. Honestly, that's never been something that I was good at. I grew up in a small town, the type of place where everybody knew everybody. I had no reason to put myself out there because everyone knew each other. Even then, I still clung to my two closest friends. I'm the type of person that likes only having a few key friends. I like having strong bonds with a few, select people but that's just my personal preference.
And they have. I've met two girls recently that I really like and I could see us being really great friends. I haven't known them for very long but we're constantly texting and we're planning on getting together once one of them comes home from vacation. It's been hard and to be honest, the few times that meeting people didn't go well kind of bruised my ego but in the end, it'll be worth it. These things take time but that's okay, as long as I keep trying and keep putting myself out there.
-Chelsea
Friday, March 20, 2015
My Favorite TV Shows
I'm one of the many people in the world that are addicted to Netflix and Hulu. There are just so many wonderful shows out there to watch and having such quick access to them is just so fun and convenient. So while I was on a Netflix-watching binge the other day, I started to think about my which shows are my favorite and I decided to list them out.
They are in no particular order and I'm thinking about doing a separate post about my favorite TV shows from when I was a child too.
1. Boy Meets World- I think that this a favorite for tens of thousands of people. It was a show that taught really valuable lessons, dealt with regular people, had an incredible cast of characters and made us laugh. It was the perfect all-around show, especially since it taught us the meaning of true love with Cory and Topanga.
2. Reign- This show is currently in season 2 and I've been absolutely hooked since I saw the first episode! I've always been interested in books and shows that dealt with all of the drama that comes with monarchies. It's absolutely fascinating and can sometimes be really complex. The story is always evolving into something new and exciting while also forming and breaking strong relationships.
3. Sabrina the Teenage Witch- I've probably seen every single episode of this show at least 4 times. I absolutely LOVE Melissa Joan Hart and all of her wacky adventures with Sabrina. Sabrina and Harvey made the perfect couple and I'm glad that they found their way back to each other in the end. Plus, this show was always good for a laugh.
4. The Dick Van Dyke Show- I know, I'm really throwing it back here but I started watching this show on Netflix on a whim and absolutely fell in love with it. I've always loved Dick Van Dyke's work and this show does not disappoint. It always puts me in a good mood and makes me smile. It's funny, family-oriented, silly and creative. Kris and I love watching it together.
5. One Tree Hill- If I'm going to be honest, I started watching this show because I knew that Chad Michael Murray was in it. And I had no idea that I would end up loving it as much as I did. It was dramatic, fun, and heart-wrenching all that the same time. It dealt with life's really important issues while also throwing in some thriller-like episodes. It always kept me on the edge of my seat.
I've seen a few episodes of Scandal, Baby Daddy and Merlin on Netflix too but I haven't gotten very far into them yet. But I can tell that I'm also going to fall in love with all of them too!
What are your favorite TV shows? Do we have similar taste?
-Chelsea
They are in no particular order and I'm thinking about doing a separate post about my favorite TV shows from when I was a child too.
1. Boy Meets World- I think that this a favorite for tens of thousands of people. It was a show that taught really valuable lessons, dealt with regular people, had an incredible cast of characters and made us laugh. It was the perfect all-around show, especially since it taught us the meaning of true love with Cory and Topanga.
2. Reign- This show is currently in season 2 and I've been absolutely hooked since I saw the first episode! I've always been interested in books and shows that dealt with all of the drama that comes with monarchies. It's absolutely fascinating and can sometimes be really complex. The story is always evolving into something new and exciting while also forming and breaking strong relationships.
3. Sabrina the Teenage Witch- I've probably seen every single episode of this show at least 4 times. I absolutely LOVE Melissa Joan Hart and all of her wacky adventures with Sabrina. Sabrina and Harvey made the perfect couple and I'm glad that they found their way back to each other in the end. Plus, this show was always good for a laugh.
4. The Dick Van Dyke Show- I know, I'm really throwing it back here but I started watching this show on Netflix on a whim and absolutely fell in love with it. I've always loved Dick Van Dyke's work and this show does not disappoint. It always puts me in a good mood and makes me smile. It's funny, family-oriented, silly and creative. Kris and I love watching it together.
5. One Tree Hill- If I'm going to be honest, I started watching this show because I knew that Chad Michael Murray was in it. And I had no idea that I would end up loving it as much as I did. It was dramatic, fun, and heart-wrenching all that the same time. It dealt with life's really important issues while also throwing in some thriller-like episodes. It always kept me on the edge of my seat.
I've seen a few episodes of Scandal, Baby Daddy and Merlin on Netflix too but I haven't gotten very far into them yet. But I can tell that I'm also going to fall in love with all of them too!
What are your favorite TV shows? Do we have similar taste?
-Chelsea
Thursday, February 26, 2015
We Could Be Best Friends- Part 2
Back in December of 2013, I wrote a post called We Could Be Best Friends. Since it's been over a year, I thought it would be fun to add to that list.
We could be best friends if...
... your morning isn't complete without coffee.
... you're in love with chocolate.
... football is your favorite sport.
... you can't dance but you love to anyway.
... you love kids.
... you're not afraid to be silly.
... you treat your friends like family.
-Chelsea
We could be best friends if...
... your morning isn't complete without coffee.
... you're in love with chocolate.
... football is your favorite sport.
... you can't dance but you love to anyway.
... you love kids.
... you're not afraid to be silly.
... you treat your friends like family.
-Chelsea
Thursday, February 5, 2015
Grief
I mentioned in an earlier blog that just over a month ago, I lost someone very close to me. Until then, I'd never lost anyone before and I wasn't quite sure how to handle it. Everyone kept telling me that I'd handle it my own way, that there was no right or wrong way to deal with the pain. In the beginning, I was in shock. Unfortunately, I knew that it was coming. I'd been watching this person go slowly for weeks and it was utterly heartbreaking. But still, when I got the phone call saying that she had passed peacefully in her sleep, for some reason, I couldn't believe it. It didn't process and it felt that way for the first 2 weeks or so.
Until the viewing, I had been in blatant denial. But the viewing helped put it into perspective for me. The viewing and the funeral were the hardest things that I've ever done in my life. I was very close to this person and knowing that I'd never get the chance to see them or talk to them again was gut-wrenching. I finally realized and accepted that they were gone.
Or so I thought. There are still days where I think to myself, "Man, I haven't called her in a while. I should do that right now". But as I'm about to dial the number, I remember. Every time that I see a picture of her or see something that reminds me of her, like a certain movie or song, it hurts. I feel a physical pain in my chest, as if my heart is actually feeling the pain. There are some days that are better than others. Some days I'm strong and I can manage my emotions. Other days, all it takes is a sad song or for my mind to wander and I'm crying hysterically because I miss her so much.
When I first lost her, my family told me that there would be good days and bad days, that there will be times when it'll just hit me out of nowhere. And I've found that to be very true. It's been the most difficult month of my life and the pain is more intense than anything that I've ever felt before. I've had to learn to take it one day at a time and that grieving is a process. It's going to take a while for me to completely adjust to everything and that's okay. I know that it'll never stop hurting; I'll miss her every day for the rest of my life. But one day, I'll be able to miss her but still be okay.
I've found that my family was right. There isn't a right or wrong way to grieve. Losing someone is hard and nobody but me knows what's best for me. So I'm doing what I can to make the pain better and live my life in a way that would make her proud. But ultimately, I'm so grateful for the blessing that I was given. I got to know her and love her. I'm a better person for knowing her and I'll always treasure her memory. And the last time that I saw her before she passed, I got the chance to say goodbye. I'll hold that in my heart forever and never take that memory for granted.
-Chelsea
Until the viewing, I had been in blatant denial. But the viewing helped put it into perspective for me. The viewing and the funeral were the hardest things that I've ever done in my life. I was very close to this person and knowing that I'd never get the chance to see them or talk to them again was gut-wrenching. I finally realized and accepted that they were gone.
Or so I thought. There are still days where I think to myself, "Man, I haven't called her in a while. I should do that right now". But as I'm about to dial the number, I remember. Every time that I see a picture of her or see something that reminds me of her, like a certain movie or song, it hurts. I feel a physical pain in my chest, as if my heart is actually feeling the pain. There are some days that are better than others. Some days I'm strong and I can manage my emotions. Other days, all it takes is a sad song or for my mind to wander and I'm crying hysterically because I miss her so much.
When I first lost her, my family told me that there would be good days and bad days, that there will be times when it'll just hit me out of nowhere. And I've found that to be very true. It's been the most difficult month of my life and the pain is more intense than anything that I've ever felt before. I've had to learn to take it one day at a time and that grieving is a process. It's going to take a while for me to completely adjust to everything and that's okay. I know that it'll never stop hurting; I'll miss her every day for the rest of my life. But one day, I'll be able to miss her but still be okay.
I've found that my family was right. There isn't a right or wrong way to grieve. Losing someone is hard and nobody but me knows what's best for me. So I'm doing what I can to make the pain better and live my life in a way that would make her proud. But ultimately, I'm so grateful for the blessing that I was given. I got to know her and love her. I'm a better person for knowing her and I'll always treasure her memory. And the last time that I saw her before she passed, I got the chance to say goodbye. I'll hold that in my heart forever and never take that memory for granted.
-Chelsea
Saturday, January 24, 2015
My Completed Series
If you know me personally or have been following my blogs for a while, then you know that I'm an absolute bookworm! I love to use any and all of my free time for reading and writing. I've seen some of the BookTubers that I'm subscribed to do the "Completed Series Tag" which is basically where you list out all of the series that you've completed. You can also choose to share what series that you've started, and whether or not you plan to be continuing on with those series. I've never counted how many series that I've read before, so I figured that it'd be a fun little tidbit to learn! So, here are all of the series that I've completed!
(These are in no particular order. And I checked my Goodreads page just to make sure that I didn't forget any books.)
1. The Harry Potter Series- That one was a given, right?
2. Percy Jackson and the Olympians
3. The Sweet Trilogy
4. The Divergent Trilogy
5. The Infernal Devices Trilogy
6. The Legend Trilogy- This series is totally fast-paced and one that I highly recommend!
7. The Shatter Me Trilogy
8. The Flowers in the Attic Series- If you like creepy stories, this is the series for you!
9. The Vampire Academy Series
10. The Kane Chronicles- I'll read anything and everything that Rick Riordan writes!
11. The Selection Trilogy
12. The Summer I Turned Pretty Trilogy
13. The Hex Hall Trilogy
14. The Ruby Red Trilogy
15. The Matched Trilogy
16. The Twilight Saga- I read this in high school when it was super popular.
17. The 50 Shades of Grey Trilogy- I just wanted to see what the hype was all about.
18. Jeremy Marsh and Lexie Darnell Duology
I'm actually pretty surprised/pleased with 18. I thought that I had read more but it's still a pretty good number! But I'm sure that the number will keep increasing! There are only 2 series that I'm in the middle of now that I plan on finishing: The Pushing the Limits Series and The Heroes of Olympus Series.
(These are in no particular order. And I checked my Goodreads page just to make sure that I didn't forget any books.)
1. The Harry Potter Series- That one was a given, right?
2. Percy Jackson and the Olympians
3. The Sweet Trilogy
4. The Divergent Trilogy
5. The Infernal Devices Trilogy
6. The Legend Trilogy- This series is totally fast-paced and one that I highly recommend!
7. The Shatter Me Trilogy
8. The Flowers in the Attic Series- If you like creepy stories, this is the series for you!
9. The Vampire Academy Series
10. The Kane Chronicles- I'll read anything and everything that Rick Riordan writes!
11. The Selection Trilogy
12. The Summer I Turned Pretty Trilogy
13. The Hex Hall Trilogy
14. The Ruby Red Trilogy
15. The Matched Trilogy
16. The Twilight Saga- I read this in high school when it was super popular.
17. The 50 Shades of Grey Trilogy- I just wanted to see what the hype was all about.
18. Jeremy Marsh and Lexie Darnell Duology
I'm actually pretty surprised/pleased with 18. I thought that I had read more but it's still a pretty good number! But I'm sure that the number will keep increasing! There are only 2 series that I'm in the middle of now that I plan on finishing: The Pushing the Limits Series and The Heroes of Olympus Series.
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