Oh my goodness - am I glad to see Friday arrive! Even though we were off work on Monday, it seemed like the longest week. I'm ready to curl up in front of the fire with a good book and relax the weekend away. Before I get to that, here are my five for this week.
1. National Compliment Day
Today is National Compliment Day! Like what someone is wearing? Did someone do a great job on a report at work? Has someone made you feel special? Today's the day to let them know! Giving someone a compliment (even when it's not National Compliment Day) has many benefits for both the giver and the recipient. For the recipient, it can boost their confidence, increase positivity, strengthen your relationship and reinforce positive behaviors. For the giver, it fosters gratitude, creates connection, boosts your mood and encourages empathy. Both the giver and the receiver benefit! A small, genuine compliment can have a ripple effect of positivity for everyone involved!
The movie Flight Risk opens today. I'm so intrigued to see it, but not for a reason you would probably guess. From the previews, it shows the star Mark Wahlberg with no hair on the top of his head! What?!? And why?? Anyway, it looks pretty good to me despite the not-so-great reviews. Here's the summary ~
In this high-stakes suspense thriller, Academy Award® nominee Mark Wahlberg (Actor in a Supporting Role, 2006 -- The Departed) plays a pilot transporting an Air Marshal (Michelle Dockery) accompanying a fugitive (Topher Grace) to trial. As they cross the Alaskan wilderness, tensions soar and trust is tested, as not everyone on board is who they seem.
3. Carrie Underwood: Reflection Movie
If staying home and streaming a movie from the comfort of your couch sounds better than going out this weekend, a new movie called Carrie Underwood: Reflection Movie is premiering on Hulu and Disney Plus. It looks good! Here's the summary ~
In celebration of her critically acclaimed Las Vegas residency show “REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency,” eight-time GRAMMY® Award winner Carrie Underwood will showcase her successful career as a worldwide superstar in this exclusive concert special.
The much anticipated third book in the Empyrean series is out! It hit the stands on Tuesday and is getting great reviews. It might take a bit to read this one - it's 757 pages long! Here's the summary ~
After nearly eighteen months at Basgiath War College, Violet Sorrengail knows there’s no more time for lessons. No more time for uncertainty.
Because the battle has truly begun, and with enemies closing in from outside their walls and within their ranks, it’s impossible to know who to trust.
Now Violet must journey beyond the failing Aretian wards to seek allies from unfamiliar lands to stand with Navarre. The trip will test every bit of her wit, luck, and strength, but she will do anything to save what she loves—her dragons, her family, her home, and him.
Even if it means keeping a secret so big, it could destroy everything.
They need an army. They need power. They need magic. And they need the one thing only Violet can find—the truth.
But a storm is coming...and not everyone can survive its wrath.
The Empyrean series is best enjoyed in order.
Reading Order:
Book #1 Fourth Wing
Book #2 Iron Flame
Book #3 Onyx Storm
5. My kind of princess...
Have a fantastic weekend! I’m planning to wrap up my Valentine’s Day decorating and finish my book club book before Monday. Plus, we’re excited for the big Chiefs game on Sunday! See you next week!
Fab blog post! I didn't know there was a National Compliment Day! I always learn something when I read your blog.
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