The Art of Her Deal

When this book was first announced I said I really wanted to read it.  Well I did.  It certainly gave me new insights into the First Lady of the United States.  FLOTUS definitely wants to emphasize that she has a mind of her own.

I am glad that was cleared up so I don't have to feel sorry for her. Not that I felt sorry for her before.  She certainly knew what she was signing up for when she married "The Donald". Apparently her marriage suits her and far be it for anyone to say what makes a good or bad marriage.  I certainly wouldn't pass judgement, marriage is way to hard.  If you find something that works go with it.

The only problem I have is she has not had a mission, no goal, no cause.  Up until now the first ladies had something they were passionate about and carried out that passion while their spouse was in the White House.  Not Sure Mrs Trump has done that.  

The position of first lady has always been for me inspirational.  Look who has  recently held the position:  Laura and Barbara Bush, Literacy, Hilary Clinton, women's advocacy and countless other issues, Michelle Obama Let's Move.  Melania had something going by her Be Best movement but she did nothing with it.

The book is very interesting and worthy of reading.  

Goodbye to the Summer during the Time of COVID

 

September has arrived bringing with it cooler days.  Labor Day is looming (September 7th).  Even with masks and social distancing I have managed to host a few small functions this summer where chairs were placed far apart.  We served some wine and beer, maybe a few cocktails and a lot of munchies. I have blogged about cocktails before.

I have dabbled in cocktail making but alas, I am not really that great at alcohol mixology.  For the Fourth of July, I attempted to make a festive drink with coconut vodka, coconut water, and blue curaçao. It sounded promising in the magazine, but on that very hot evening, the overly sweet concoction did not hit the spot. Lesson learned: not all recipes are created equal.  I found the recipe in a magazine.  Next time I see a recipe with similar ingredients I will pass.

My friend Martini Marge is a cocktail wizard and whenever she is in attendance, I hand over bartending duties. Always good to let a pro handle the alchol.

One To Watch

 This book turned out to be a much better read than I expected.

I have struggled with my weight pretty much all my life.  For many years I won the battle but after having a baby, having back surgery, having a hysterectomy and now possible thyroid issues, it seems my battle has become increasingly difficult.

This book centers on Bea, a highly successful blogger and plus-size design specialist. She works hard to keep body image in perspective and has built a large, loyal following.

One night she is watching Main Squeeze (the equivalent of the reality show The Bachelorette) she makes some very honest comments on her blog.  So honest in fact, that the producer of the show asks her to be the star of the next Main Squeeze. She weighs the Pros and Cons and finally agrees.  From that day forward her life changes forever.

Speaking about The Bachelorette, a bachelorette who thought she had found true love broke up with the guy she chose. They were together two years.  I say who cares I am not a big Bachelor or Bachelorette fan but my 93-year-old Dad is, go figure.

I think the author has done a great job capturing Bea's journey on and off the show her heartache and her joy.  I laughed and cried a little and couldn't put the book down. 

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