Better grab some deck reading time while the weather allows! #dogsoflitsy #tanafrench #inthewoods

I just finished reading Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys. WWII through the eyes of a Lithuania teen sent to Siberian labor camps for 12 years. I cannot wrap my head around all that they endured, knowing that this is a true part of history. Crazy and sad....

Next up! It's 1941 and the family is awoken by Soviet secret police. They're put in cattle cars and shipped from Lithuania to Siberia. This is the story of Lina fighting for her life and those around her.

I really enjoyed this book, from beginning to end! Never judge someone by their many marriages, you never know what's being hidden! This book will stick with me for a few days...

Jason Reynolds tells such a good story about a boy dealing with grief. I enjoyed this audiobook.

Just started this yesterday, I'm halfway through and loving it so far!! #green #thesevenhusbandsofevelynhugo #taylorjenkinsreid #bookphotography

A warm and humid night spent reading on the deck. It's about damn time!! Sounds like rain for the next week🙄 Just getting started with this book but so far, so good! #taylorjenkinsreid #dogsoflitsy #deckreading #green

Welcome @theanxiousbooklover you're gonna love it here! 🤓📚#welcometolitsy #litsyfriends

My coworker picked these up for me today, thought they were fitting for me! #lovemysocks #fuckoffimreading #sorrytooffend

@wanderinglynn #bookfitnessgoal
1. 8 books to read
2. 10 pounds to lose
3. Get my butt moving again (workout classes, bike trails, walking, etc)
And go!

@wanderinglynn yes I'm at my yearly exam, waiting for the doctor, signing up for #bookfitnesschallenge #scalessuck

Lol my day... Babysitting my granddaughter, enjoying a cold one, deck painting projects and some reading on this beautiful day! #perfection

Sharing my favorite reading spot with my favorite baby girl, Logan Jae. #ilovemygrandkids #sullyssaloon #readingbabies #grammaslibrary

Listened to this in under 2 hours yesterday. First, let me say the author has a mesmerizing voice, I could listen to him all day! This is a short listen about a boy in the hood wanting to bestow revenge on his brother‘s killer, but then he encounters some interesting characters on his elevator ride down... an interesting listen! #longwaydown #jasonreynolds #smoothvoice

1. The pics on the left are of my son and his gf's daughter, they have the sweetest bond
2. I'm about 1/2 through the tagged book. I can't wait to see how the second half goes
3. Today my youngest gets inducted into an honors program, and then we're going shopping for her grad dress. Tonight I get to pick up the cutie in the pic on the right (that's her daddy in the other pics) and snuggle her all wknd
4. A sunny day
5. Whatever my daughter wants

Somebody is making it very hard to read.... And I'm enjoying this book, almost halfway through it...#dogsoflitsy #aniaahlborn

Now back to my obsession with creepy, dark books and Ania Ahlborn.... Heading to Des Moines to take my 5 year old granddaughter to the Science Center and out for lunch 😃 #ilovecreepy #aniaahlborn #travelreading #dogsoflitsy

This book would've been a pick for me, except for the ending.. is Meghan really sick or is her mother suffering from Munchausen by proxy? The book was well written and kept me guessing til the end, however, I hate an ending that has too much explanation due to it not being believable...

#wondrouswednesday
1. Yes! For about 20 years while raising 4 kids
2. When the kids moved out and I was bored.
3. It‘s fun to read about a place I‘ve visited.
4. Anything that looks or sounds like a good mystery....
5. @A.Shari.A @Babsie94 @CaitlinCasillas @D_rees @Ebaines @fadzeera @BookLover_25 @Hailstormvt
Thanks for the tag @annkuch13

It‘s so nice out here today! This is my favorite place 💕 (besides being with the grandkiddos) it‘s also the reason I was whining to my daughter yesterday about gaining 15 pounds since I‘ve been obsessing over everything books for the last year!! I will go for a walk... I will go for a walk... just a couple more chapters... and one more beer...

I finally met one of my favorite local authors @heathergudenkauf tonight at @prairielightsbooks. I enjoyed hearing her read and speak about her newest book BEFORE SHE WAS FOUND. I do what I can when Macey needs to go to an author reading for a class paper😁🤷‍♀️ #worldbookday #bookhomework #litsy #bookstagram #authorreading #iowaauthor

I received this #ARC in the mail! I've heard good things about it! #bookmail #thefirstmistake #freebooks #sandiejones

If you haven't checked out Better World Books, you're missing out on some cheap books! they have a great sale on already inexpensive books. And you're helping kids learn to read around the world! I just ordered 3 books for $16 total... #addictedtobooks #read #usedbooks #betterworldbooks

How do you have your bookshelves organized? Alphabetical? Color? Book height? I have 3 bookshelves with no real organized scheme. #help #needtogetorganized #libraryocd #grammaslibrary

It's that time of year! Just wanted to share my daughter's bookish high school grad decorations. Hard to believe she'll be graduating from college next month! Journalism/English double major. I had so much fun decorating for her graduation with books!!! The typewriter was her guestbook for friends to leave her messages, the kids got a kick out of using it! My favorite was her bookmark invitation that I designed!

Sharing my couch this afternoon with the pup and my son, who's home to do some turkey hunting/videoing/shed hunting... #dogsoflitsy #camo #grammaslibrary #savingmeghan #protectmeghan I'm enjoying this book so far.

#fridayreads #friyay Finally starting this #ARC I received awhile back. I think I'm gonna love it! #SavingMeghan #ProtectMeghan

Poor Andrew, thought he was getting away from his alcoholic and dysfunctional mother, only to find out the grass isn't always greener behind the white picket fence. I'm working my way through Ania Ahlborn's disturbing books, loving them all so far!

In honor of #nationalsiblingday here‘s my siblings and me. Guess what year I got married 😂

Another entertaining author reading hosted by @prairielightsbooks at the @englerttheatre Patricia Marx writes for the New Yorker and has written for SNL and The Rugrats! Her comedic partner, Roz Chast is a talented illustrator. Thanks @maceyjann for going with me! #whydontyouwritemyeulogynowsoicancorrectit #authorreadingsarethebest

I'm not sure how I feel about this book. I liked the way it was written, in edited interview style. It was a good story, I just didn't feel an attachment to the characters and it seemed to drag through the middle. But overall I'd give it an almost thumbs up.... Not quite worth all the hype but I'm glad I read it. Does that make sense??

I haven't broken out the furniture cushions yet but I can't resist sitting on the deck today!! It'll be cold and possibly snowing by the end of the week but it's 74 right now!!! #iowasucks #imreadyforspring

I love Herky the Hawk but I'm not gonna lie, I had finished The Seed the day before and I found myself driving my husband's red Ford truck with Herky in my mirror.... Definitely made me think of Mr. Scratch... I love these books....

Nothing better than a squishy baby sitting in your lap reading and feeling books 💗 #ilovemygrandkids #yougolo #babybooks

1. The 80s were the best!!
2. I love books! But will take my Kindle on vacation just because it's multi-purpose. Also started listening to audiobooks while driving to visit my kids.
3. I'm 53. Now sure how I got this old 😝😂😳
4. I live about a mile from where I was literally born. not where I ever thought I'd end up....
5. #friyointro @howjessreads

My son's bookcase makes me smile. He went from a bachelor reading sports books to owning a home, moving in with his girlfriend and her 5 year old daughter, to having a daughter of their own... My, how things change... #diapers #crayons #crafts #toys #sportsbooks

Going to disappear into this book for as long as kids' naps will allow. I'm watching my 2 grandsons and even though they've been perfect and napping close to schedule, mom thinks I'm not following her rules close enough.... It's a wonder her and her 3 siblings survived... #frustrated #notgoodenough #ilovemygrandkids #lovingdaisy

I hate to say I "enjoyed" or "liked" this book as the subject is anti-female and scary as hell... But it definitely drew me in and I couldn't wait to see how it ended. If you "liked" Handmade's Tale, you should read this! #girlpower #dontcountmywords

#weekendreads @rachelsbrittain
1. Should finish Vox today. Listening to The Ocean at the End of the Lane when driving or walking.
2. I watched Roma after hearing about it on the Oscars. Strange little movie but I enjoyed it.
3. Looking forward to a good glass of red wine this rainy Sunday..
#rainysunday #dontcountmywords #redredwine

And here we go..... #finefridaywine #dontcountmywords Ill let ya know how I like it @TheRomantiCate 🍷👄❌

It's finally feeling like spring! Took the puppy out for a nice walk, now she's pooped! I started this audiobook, enjoyed the first hour. #nationalpuppyday is tomorrow! #dogsoflitsy

I finished Magic Hour last night, now I'm not sure what to pick next.... I used to keep a couple extra "next books" to read, my TBR shelf has grown.... And I don't know what to pick....?

@Ddzmini thanks for the tag! @wanderinglynn
1. Heading to Nashville next week so I'm going to get my nails done, & get a spray tan... I've been neglecting myself lately, it's been a long couple of winter months!
2. Hmm this is a hard one... I'm healthy and lead an active life...
3. I love to repurpose furniture, paint, wallpaper. My home's style may not be for everyone, but it's where I'm most comfy.
4. Happy Day! @DarcysBookBlog @DarcysMom

I took my BFF, a co-worker and my youngest daughter to St. Paul to hear Michelle speak and to tour Paisley Park. A perfect 2 days!! Both are such an inspiration in their fields. I only wish I'd made it to one of Prince's concerts. #regret #becomingmichelleobama #paisleypark #fangirl #girlsweekend #girlpower #purplerain

She makes it really hard to read when travelling..... #dogsoflitsy #travelreading #glammagramma We're headed to Des Moines to see and babysit the grandkiddos. My favorite weekend plans 😍

I love catching numbers like this.... Now to get the ones underneath to all match up so nicely .....#OCD #prettynumbers

I first remembered @amberrosetamblyn from being on General Hospital, @maceyjann recognized her from The Sisterhood of the traveling Pants, but we both appreciate her honest speaking, writing and tireless work as a founder of the #timesup organization. #girlpower #eraofignition #booksofinstagram @penguinrandomhouse I was so excited to hear her speak today!!

A good day to finish this book! Snow still on the ground and it's supposed to rain all day. #welcometocapemay #bookphotography #grammaslibrary #rainysaturday #goodexcusetoread

Hope you have a speedy recovery @howjessreads #friyayintro #selfie #dogsoflitsy I spent a couple days last weekend with my sick grandkids.... I must've brought their germs home with me, not feeling the best today. A good day to relax and read!! And snuggle my pup 😂 P.S. I hate selfies

1. Reading, workout classes, biking, camping
2. Fiction; historical, psychological thrillers...
3. Shiloh, my daughter's 9 year old Shi-poo. I guess she's mine now....
4. I try to keep it updated for my own sanity
5. Books is about it.... I like to find old books and toys that I had as a child.
#litsylove
6. I have 4 kids and 4 grandkids that I adore and try to spend as much time with as I can.