Happy Friday, friends! I always look forward to this little pause at the end of the week to share a handful of things I’ve been loving lately. From simple everyday finds to a few fun highlights, it’s a mix of the little things that have brought a smile to my face. I hope you’ll grab something cozy to drink and join me as I round up this week’s favorites!
1. Project Hail Mary
Okay, I don’t usually gravitate toward sci-fi movies, but I’m a big Ryan Gosling fan—so Project Hail Mary has definitely made my must-watch list. It’s been getting fantastic reviews, too! Here’s a quick summary ~
Grace gradually recalls his past and the purpose of his mission: to travel to Tau Ceti, the only star unaffected by Astrophage, and discover a solution. Along the way, he encounters a rock-like alien named Rocky, who becomes his unexpected ally. Together, they work to stop the Astrophage threat, facing challenges that test their ingenuity, courage, and friendship. The story combines high-stakes science, humor, and emotional depth, emphasizing teamwork and problem-solving.
Are you a fan of Judy Blume’s books? If so, you’ll be excited to know that her new biography by Mark Oppenheimer just hit the shelves this week. It’s quite the read at 480 pages—clearly there’s plenty to share about her incredible life and career. Here’s a quick summary ~
To know the name Judy Blume is to know and love literature. Her influential novels turned classics—including Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret; Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing; Deenie; and Summer Sisters—touched the lives of tens of millions of readers. For more than fifty-five years her work has done something revolutionary: it rewired the world’s expectations of what literature for young people can be—frank, candid, earthy, and unafraid to show the messier sides of humanity. But little is known about the real woman behind the iconic persona, and the unlikely journey of her literary ascension, until now.
In Judy Blume, journalist, historian, and longtime Blume aficionado Mark Oppenheimer pens a beautiful, multidimensional portrait of the acclaimed author through extensive interviews with Blume herself, invaluable access to her papers and correspondence, and thoughtful analysis of Blume’s beloved novels, including early, unpublished works that shed light on the pathbreaking writer she would become. Oppenheimer goes deep, exploring Blume’s middle-class 1950s upbringing, complicated childhood, varied relationships and marriages, unabashed sexual experiences, bouts of heartache and loss, and enduring legacy as a champion of free speech and contemporary literature. Oppenheimer peels back the curtain to reveal the woman behind the literary empire in all her complex, multifaceted glory—a true gift for anyone who grew up reading and loving these extraordinary books.
3. Cadbury Dairy Milk Biscoff Bar
One thing I’m loving this week is spotting all the fun new food finds hitting the shelves lately. It seems like everywhere you look there’s something new to try! From a high-protein twist on classic mac & cheese to fun snack aisle additions like buffalo-flavored pretzels and PB&J-inspired bites, brands are definitely getting creative. Something that caught my eye this week was the new Cadbury Dairy Milk Biscoff Bar. It's a chocolate bar filled with Biscoff and new crispy caramel candies. It’s always so fun to pick up something new on a grocery run… you never know what might become your next favorite!
I’ve completely fallen in love with Swedish dishcloths! They’re super absorbent—perfect for drying, cleaning, and even a little scrubbing. When they need freshening up, you can just toss them in the washing machine. I’m due for a new set, and this pattern immediately caught my eye. They’ll coordinate perfectly with my kitchen and might just make cleaning a bit more enjoyable!
Thanks so much for stopping by this week’s Five on Friday! I always love sharing these little bits of life with you. I hope you have a wonderful weekend ahead—whether it’s filled with fun plans or a little extra time to relax and recharge. Tonight I'm having dinner with a friend and we are going to dry run a mantlescape we want to do at an upcoming bridal shower. Then we're meeting friends for lunch on Saturday at one of our favorite places - Crown Candy Kitchen. And of course we'll be watching or monitoring the scores from all the NCAA basketball games! Here’s to soaking up the small joys, trying something new, and making the most of these early spring days. See you back here next week!
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