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I spent a lot of time this week walking and coordinating home improvement projects - namely a bathroom remodel and re-doing my daughter's room. It's been something else and kinda stressful for me but here I am! 

I hope that everyone had a happy Fourth of July. We went to our local parade and here are some pics:

Our governor put in an appearance.

The NH Pipes and Drums did too. 

My fiancee and I are (almost) done with Handmaid's Tale - one more episode left. The penultimate episode had me crying in parts.  I'm going to miss the series.  However, coming up for me anyways, are the following in no order: watching Season 3 of The White Lotus, Yellowstone (which I just started), Alien: Earth, all before the fall when I can expect to be distracted by Outlander (which is the blood of my blood) and Stranger Things. I don't know what will take those show's places. I have re-started The Walking Dead and am hoping to get through the entire series. Maybe this will fill the void.  I anticipate having a review for you on The Nightingale and am starting The Boys From Biloxi (recommended by my son!).  

1. Romantasy numbers are up.
2. Tell tale sign you should throw away your veggies.
3. What will Wimbledon look like without the judges?
4. 14 books set in Edinburgh
5. The classic cocktail that Sylvia Plath used to indulge in.
6. Rucking is the latest walking trend.
7. July 2025 tarot reading.
8. The author who ran an ultramarathon to write a thriller.
9. 6 underrated benefits of caffeine.
10. Most popular red, white and blue foods by state.
11. 10 surprising facts about the Scopes Monkey Trial.
12. This book looks fascinating.
13. 80's makeup is making a comeback!
14. Celebrity book club picks for July, 2025. Please don't forget to check out Book of the Month!
15. Why do so many porches in the South have blue ceilings

I hope that everyone has a good week!