The Comic Book Story of Video Games

by Jonathan Hennessey 

and Jack McGowan

At first, I wanted to read this to know the history of video games, but the more I read the more confusing it got. It is a million times better if you already love video games and know a lot of game designers and developers. This book is for the avid gamer.

After reading the first 10 pages, I was completely lost on the jokes and the people they brought up. Then I gave it to my brother, who has been gaming since he was born, and he was laughing every couple seconds. He says it is a very interesting book. He loves the style of art and imagery. It brought back so many childhood memories of him. He loved seeing Doom and Halo. 

Lastly, I received this book for an honest review from bloggingforbooks.com. 

Eat Beautiful by Wendy Rowe

Eat Beautiful

I was so excited to receive you. 

giddy in anticipation, 

as I wait for the delivery man. 

But when you came, 

you were not what I expected. 

so much hype 

and beautiful images

when really, 

you reminded me of every pretentious hipster hippy,

 I have ever met. 

all the recipes and advice were nice, 

but unrealistic. 

Now off to someone else's home.

Hopefully, 

you find the love you deserve.

-Ellie

p.s. I received a copy from Blogging for Books for my honest review.

Summer is almost done!

Summer has come and gone. So fast.

I did re-read one of my favorite series (Premonition Series by Amy Bartol), but I couldn't read anything new. I am still in my reading rut. I have started at least a million books but could never get past page 50. Why is the universe doing this to me?!

Reading Rut or Slump

How do you get out of one?

I haven't felt like reading in a few weeks. 

I've been so busy and stressed. I had to deal with finals for two weeks, move into a smaller apartment, find a roommate, take care of a new foster dog.
Now that I have time to read, I don't want to. So weird. I know once I start reading I will probably love it, but I don't know. I hate this feeling. Please HALP.

How do you get out of your reading ruts/slump?
Forcing yourself to read?
Just wait until you feel ready?

Tell me how you do it.

ISPY -- Beautifully Bohemian -- April Glam Bag

Ohhhhh Boy! I am so excited!

If you're not familiar with IPSY. They are a $10 monthly beauty subscription company. I believe when you buy 6 months or 1 year subscription you get a discount. Its a fun little treat in the mail. You get 4-5 beauty products every month delivered to your door, for just $10. Check it out here: http://www.ipsy.com/r/1dhhh?sid=ipsypoints&cid=email

 Theorie - Argan Oil Ultimate Reform Hair Serum  - $6?

I am so excited to receive this product. It does smell very earthy, like Whole Foods. Some people find that to be very unpleasant, but it's some what nice especially during the summer. I love the glass bottle, it's very classy, but how the hell do you get the product out? I will have to take out the plastic insert somehow. I like it but I wish the product was easier to use.

Essence Cosmetics - Lash Princess Mascara - $4.99

I love trying new mascaras. When I saw this full-sized product in my bag I was completely stoked. I have never heard of this brand before. Can we take and moment and look at it's packaging? It is crazy adorable and sassy. I love the black and pink. I love the corset look it has. I love this. The wand and formula is spectacular. This could be a prestige brand mascara but for drugstore prices. This is a must have!

Jor'el Parker - Femina Roll-on Perfume - $21
This isn't what I usually wear, but it is fun to try something new. It is very light. Like a simple clean flower, with a tidbit of musk and vanilla. I really enjoy it. I will definitely wear this on lunch dates. Good for my purse or art locker. It doesn't last as long as I would like, but its nice none the less.  

Starlooks - Satin Finish Lip Gloss in Cuddle - $9

It's a basic lip gloss in a cute mauve-nude color. Perfect for purses and traveling. It was too sticky for my taste. The color is nice, added some mauve to my lips making my lips look more pronounced and sassy. I have not seen this much glitter/shimmer in a lip gloss since the 90's. I'll probably end up mixing this with another lip gloss to make it less sticky.

theBALM Cosmetics - NUDE Dude Eyeshadow in Fit - $3?

I already love this brands eye makeup remover. It is one of the few brands that my sensitive eyes and skin can handle. I was so excited when I saw this.The packaging is completely cute and sexy. Who doesn't love to see a nude guy in the morning when you do your makeup? Haha. The color is a high pigmented shimmer copper. I love this so much. It felt as if it was meant for me!

Total- $43.99
for $10 a month! 
Overall

Beauty Talk Time:
THANK YOU IPSY for listening to me! I remember I hated last month, and this month you blew me out of the water! You gave me a kick ass bag. With products across the board. I love the Bohemian theme. Perfect for summer by the beach. (Which is where I live!) My expectations have been met and reached an all-time high. These are all products that I will use almost daily. SO EXCITE.