Welcome to my new Saturday series! Each weekend I will share my favourites from the previous week. Song, clothes, verse, movie, food, book, stores, whatever. If I have been loving it, I’ll share it here! Hope you guys enjoy! (See last week’s post HERE.)
Book: “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald. I love it I love it I love it. This is like the millionth time I’ve re-read it, that is how much I love this book. Plus, the movie is out now (!!!) so it is the perfect excuse to read it again. ;)
Song: “In My Veins” by Andrew Belle. So, I heard this song on PLL and O to the M to the G. Just, yes. Listen to it once, and then listen to it again and again and again, because I have been, all week. I’m warning you, when you click the “play” button down there, you will be obsessed. Do it.
Movie: Les Mis, which I wrote all about in yesterday’s post. “To love another person is to see the face of God.” Amazing.
Store: ThredUP.com. I’m a sucker for a good deal, and you guys. This stuff? Best. Deal. Ever.
Next weekend we have a girls night and someone suggested we go see The Great Gatsby and my first thought was: But I haven’t read it yet! I hate seeing movies if I haven’t read the book because I find that you can’t get through the book if you watch the movie first and I’ve heard so many good things about the book.
Ahhh a week is PLENTY of time to read it, trust me! It’s a quick but amazing read- I think you should do it! Because I definitely know what you mean about wanting to read the books too- I’m the same way!
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I got The Great Gatsby from the library so that I can read it for the first time. I’m excited since everyone seems to love it.
Oh my gosh. I adore Andrew Belle. I discovered him a few months ago or so and his music is amazing. Look up “Oh My Stars”, “Colorblind”, “The Ladder”, “Make It Without You” and “Signs of Life.” I know that is a ton but they are all so good. Trust me on this.
That is the sweetest gift from Chelsea. I know this weekend has to be really hard. Praying & thinking of you, friend!
Ahh you’re going to LOVE it! Daisy Buchanan is my fave. :) And Gatsby, of course. Girl, believe me, I have been listening to him non-stop all week! Andrew Belle Pandora, holla! Thanks for your prayers, sweet girl <3
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We went to The Great Gatsby last night for my birthday and it was amazing! Makes me want to reread the book again as well!
Awww how fun!! Happy birthday, girl!!! :)
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Also, enjoy your wine tasting! I meant to post that with the rest of my comment but my phone wouldn’t let me. Damn technology!
Aww thanks girly! haha :)
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I love The Great Gatsby and am so excited to see it this week! I’m thinking that a 1920s Flapper style headband is a must to go and watch it aswell. Not that you’d guess that I specialise in the twenties or anything ;) Have a great weekend x
ummm YES, you are a genius! Such a cute idea :)
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Love love love Gatsby!!! My book club read it (again for me!!! Like for the twentieth time) and saw the movie last night. It was AMAZING!!!!
Ahhh I’m SO excited to see the movie!!!! Seriously can hardly contain myself :)
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I love Andrew Belle and PLL!!! I’m trying to catch up on season 3 before season 4 starts this summer :) Did you dress up to see Great Gatsby?! I got this cute 20’s inspired headband from Loft I’m gonna wear when I see it :)
We’re going to see Gatsby on Monday!! :) I didn’t think of dressing up, but I like your headband idea. Super cute! I’m almoooost caught up on season 3 of PLL, too! L-O-V-E it!
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The Great Gatsby is one of the greatest English book ever. Just saw the trailer for the movie. It looks mysterious!
Agreed!! And yes, the movie looks SO good! Can’t wait to see it :)
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I love this post! Great Gatsby is the best, and the quote about your mom is so sweet & so true! Xoxo
Isn’t the mother poem the best?! I cried so hard when I read it, and definitely will be going back to it regularly :)
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you already know this – i LOVE les mis. and i want to love great gatsby – i need to read the book still and then i’ll go see the movie. :)
Oh girl, you will LOVE gatsby!! I know this, because we pretty much have the same taste. :)
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I love that book!! Can’t wait to see the movie.
Meeee too!!! :) I’m so excited for tomorrow, to see it!
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That is such a sweet precious gift :)
Isn’t it?! Made my heart happy!
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That is super sweet of your friend to send you such a thoughtful gift. I hope you’re doing well, sweet friend.
I thought so, too! I’m thinking of you today, girly!
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I need to read this book. I cannot wait to see the film when it comes out in Australia!! The soundtrack is killer. x
I’ve heard that the soundtrack is SO good- I’ll let you know my verdict on the film after I see it tonight! :)
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So many things to say…so pardon me as I number my thoughts…:)
1. I just read The Great Gatsby for the very first time ever and I LOVED it. I can’t believe it has taken me so long to read! I’m planning on seeing the movie soon and I can’t wait!
2. I used to be obsessed with Andrew Belle, and in my veins was one of my favorites. My very favorite though? Static Waves. If you haven’t listened to it already, do it now! SO good!
3. Isn’t it amazing how blogging can connect you to so many people? It’s one of my very favorite parts.
4. I haven’t seen Le Mis yet! Thank you for reminding me that I need to do that soon!!!!
xo Ashley
hehe you’re the cutest. Love your numbered comments! :) I’m so glad you loved the book! It’s one of my very favourites! And hey- better late than never ;) Listening to the song you recommended now- LOVE! He’s seriously my new fave singer. Blogging is incredible and I’m so glad to be a part of this amazing community!
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i’m re-reading it right now, and instagramming it and quoting it. cant wait for the movie. gatsy!
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It is just full of so much goodness. I’ve been quoting it a bunch too :)
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I love this post!
Aw thanks! :)
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Great post! I first got this book back in high school part of our reading. So glad we did learn about Gatsby such a great story just love it!!