Watching | The Morning Show
With no shortage of content across so many streaming platforms, it's such a great feeling to find a show that hooks you from the start. This absorbing workplace drama features an ensemble cast and timely topics including #Metoo, COVID, and racial power dynamics. The creative team and producers—including Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon—are female-led, which shows in the writing and story lines.
Reading | Heart the Lover by Lily King
My first five-star book of the year—I read it in under 24 hours. I loved how the story unfolded and the intimacy of the characters. In less than 250 pages, King delivers so much heart, longing, nostalgia, and hope.
Listening | Thin Mints by Evan Crommett
Mr. Fleece is usually our resident DJ, so it’s always fun to introduce him to a new song we both enjoy. This one slaps! :)
Drinking | Mr. B's Meadery (White Center)
A new destination for Silent Book Club, my friend and I were instantly smitten with the vibe of this unassuming spot. Inspired by my daughter’s current obsession, I ordered the Sparkling Unicorn Blood—a sparkling raspberry mead. It was yummy! I’d definitely come back for a low-key outing with friends.
Binging | The Four Seasons
I thought Tina Fey's adaptation was heart-felt and funny. There were a lot of nods to the 1981 original, but the series digs deeper into the messy and surprisingly tender nature of evolving friendships and marriages. With just eight episodes, it’s a quick and mostly cozy binge with a side of tearjerker moments.
–SJW