Setting up a new planner can be both exciting and stressful. Exciting because a new, shiny object to covet! But stressful because there is so much to think about and try to figure out. How do you go about setting up and moving into your new planner? When I get a new planner, I gather…
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Cafe Noir – May 2023
May was supposed to be the month to get back on track. I was going to read SOOOOO MANY books and get my reading goal of 52 per year (one per week) all caught up. That did not happen. I may have another low reading year and not make my goal. OR I can try…
How to Setup a Reading Notes Notebook
Do you do reading notes or annotate your books? I’ve never done it consistently in the past but have tried a few times to make notes. I have never been successful. I usually take too many notes and I hate writing in books. Recently I got curious and fell down the Google rabbit hole of…
Let’s Review: Alohaster Highlighters
Do you ever wonder about the items Amazon keeps recommending for you? Amazon kept showing me the Alohaster highlighters and I saw them “marked down” and decided to grab both packs to test so you don’t have to waste your money! Or maybe so you can find your next favorite item! The Alohaster claim to…
Erin Condren Launch Season
The excitement of launch season is here! What did the Erin Condren Launch hold? I wanted to order my new planner since I am currently on a July start. I also switched from the Daily Duo to the Compact Vertical. I love the Daily Duo but I only have a few appointments and mostly use…
Archer & Olive Creativity Case Review
Curious about the new Archer & Olive Creativity Case? If yes, this blog is for you! I ordered the emerald version, with a tan interior (currently unavailable), and is also available in charcoal with a black interior or mint with an off-white interior. All three options have a herringbone pattern on the outside. The Creativity…
Should You Order From Notebook Therapy?
Have you ever stumbled across an online shop like Notebook Therapy and wondered if you should order from them? You wonder, will my order ever show up, or are the items as nice as they seem in the photos? I get it. I’m always a bit skeptical when it comes to new to me online…
Cafe Noir | April 2023
Another slow month for me. Unfortunately, I was struggling with some depression and it made it very hard to read. I wanted to. But every time I picked up a book, I could read a chapter and then I needed to stop. What did you read in April? Share in the comments and inspire others…
Will the Wilkii Planner Work for ADHD?
The Wilkii Planner* claims it can help beat procrastination and boost productivity but can it help those of us with ADHD? *I am an Amazon Associate link and I may receive a commission if you buy through the link. The Basics: Size: A513 weeks, undatedColors: Available in six colorsCover Type: Black – Vegan LeatherColors –…
Cafe Noir | March 2023
Ugh, I had been going strong with reading and then March happened. I did finish one book and it was one from my physical TBR that I really want to get through! I guess that’s a bonus point for me. 😆 I hope your March reading was much more fruitful than mine. Let me know…










