Five on Friday - August 8, 2025

Hello!  Taking a little break from our vacation to share my five today ~

1.  Freakier Friday

Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan are back on the big screen this weekend in their new film Freakier Friday. Who would've guessed they'd swap bodies again? But they do—and this time, they’re dealing with all the chaos that comes when two families blend together. Sounds like a hilarious ride to me!

2.  For Richer or Poorer

Next week watch for Danielle Steel's newest book, For Richer For Poorer.  I always love a good Danielle Steel book.  I'm adding this one to my TBR list.

After working as head designer for Oscar de la Renta, Eugenia Ward started her own company when she turned forty, fourteen years ago. She is now a major name in evening gowns and wedding gowns, ready-to-wear and haute couture. But with the fashion business in major downturn, she has recently suffered heavy losses, and Eugenia desperately needs new investors—and new ideas.

At the same time, she is the matriarch and guiding light for her five adult children, a single mother for more than a decade, since her divorce from the spendthrift Italian prince she’d married young. As the family gathers for a summer vacation at a beach house, wedding plans for her daughter Gloria are ballooning in expense even as the loutish behavior of Gloria’s fiancé causes Eugenia to question her daughter’s judgment. Meanwhile, Gloria’s sister Daphne is due to deliver twins right around the wedding date . . . which is also very close make or break New York Fashion Week.

The silver lining in it all may be meeting Patrick Hughes, a successful real estate developer who’s also going through a rough patch. A brilliant and creative businessman, Patrick gives her valuable advice about her business challenges. Eugenia finds friendship with Patrick sailing on his yacht and starts to imagine a new beginning, independent of her roles as mother and entrepreneur. But as the family gathers for the big wedding, tensions are running high, money may be running out, and a hurricane is looming on the horizon.

Danielle Steel’s glamorous and gripping novel offers an inspiring portrait of a strong and determined woman who rises to meet life’s challenges with fortitude, creativity, and love.

Available HERE

3.  Little Debbie Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Creme Pies

Well, it’s starting—summer is winding down, and the pumpkin spice craze is kicking into gear! Little Debbie has announced the launch of their Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Creme Pies, available for a limited time. They may look like the classic version, but this fall twist features a layer of pumpkin spice-flavored orange crème sandwiched between two soft oatmeal cookies. They're also rolling out more seasonal treats, so keep an eye out on store shelves!

4.  Waterlogue App

I've been capturing some incredible scenic photos during our vacation this week! One of my favorite things to do is run them through the Waterlogue app to transform them into watercolor-style images—they turn out beautifully. I'll be sharing a few in upcoming posts, so stay tuned! If you enjoy experimenting with your photos, definitely give this app a try.

5.  Yep...

Have an awesome weekend!  We'll be traveling back home from vacation and then catching up with some friends.  I can't wait to start sharing our vacation with you next week!  See you soon.