Miss-Rumphius

Spinning Silver and Uprooted both by Naomi Novik- What deliciously written books with thoughtful symbolism for those interested in reading into the stories more.

Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams- It has been described as a black British modern Bridget Jones, which is a bit apt but with perhaps more substance. Also heard a wonderful interview with the author on The High Low podcast which is worth checking out. 

Normal People by Sally Rooney- Okay, so I didn't technically read this while on holiday, I read it on the 4th of July, but I’m including it in my favorite summer reads. The hype for this book is real and justified, as it’s absolutely a gut punch of a book.

Educated by Tara Westover- Woah, what a gusty memoir and an insightful look into a singular life. 

Experiences in Sweden: Going to Sweden for the day to eat cardamom buns and spend the afternoon at an outdoor sauna, which was was magical and a highlight of my time in Europe. 

Experiences in Denmark: Walking around Copenhagen for hours, seeing the V&A clothing exhibit Fashioned from Nature, the Louisiana Museum of Modern art, eating licorice ice cream, and the incredible beauty and kindness of the city.

I love that my dad and I text during hockey games. We basically just do a live play by play commentary on the games. Sharing this hobby brings us closer together.

Invitations to Shabbat dinner and lunches and feeling welcomed into my new community.

Feeling fortunate that I have the time and luxury to spend a month in Israel this summer. 

Reading books that expand my mind and challenge me to think deeper. Almost finished with The Art of Leaving by Ayelet Tsabari (an Israeli-Canadian who writes about her experiences as a Mizrahi women), and it is completely phenomenal.