Don't you just adore the blogsphere?? This morning I had ABSOLUTELY nothing to write about. I thought about writing about the frigging COLD weather. It's like -40C with the wind shield factor outside or about how hard it is to walk in -40C weather since my daily goal is to walk 10,000 steps. But then I decided to link-up with Pink Hells, Pink Truck and Life with a side of coffee since their link-up as to do with BOOKS. Thanks Kate !
What are you reading right now?
I am reading La Poussière du Temps - Sur le boulevard - tome 3 by a French Canadian author named Michel David. This author always writes tretralogies (fancy word that means 4 books... I needed to look that one up!). What I LOVE about this author is that he writes stories that revolves around families during the late 1890's through 1950's and all of his stories are based in Quebec - a lot of history!!
Out of the 16 books that will be turned into a movie adaption, which one are you most looking forward to seeing this year?? See link.
Without a doubt, The Fault in our Stars. I bawled reading the book so I can just image what I am going to look like in the movie theatre.
What was the worst book you've ever read??
I love to be entertained when I read. I usually read the first 100 pages of a book... and if I need to force myself to read... I usually ditch the book. I recently couldn't finish The Last Letter from your Lover by Jojo Moyes. :(
What foods or beverages have you spilled on a book while reading?? Anything good??
I can honestly say that I have not spilled anything good on a book (maybe only a drop of coffee here and there), however, back in the 1990's my dog destroyed a copy of Mommy Deareast by Christina Crawford. Was that a sign or what??
Do you picture characters as popular film or tv actors?? Or do you create a whole new person in your head?
Sometimes I do but not always. Like recently, I read House in the Sky by Amanda Lindhout and since it is her memoir, I was able to google pictures of her. It turns out that she is a dead ringer to Princess Kate but if you would have asked me what she looked liked.... I would have said someone like very thin and ugly!
Out of all the authors you've read books by, who's brain would you want to pick the most?
I am a huge Lisa Genova fan, therefore, I would love to find out where she comes up with her ideas!
This was fun… !!!! I will definitely be back next month for another link-up!
January 21, 2014
another book link-up thanks to Kate - love!
January 13, 2014
weekend
January 8, 2014
Wednesday's love ~ the short and sweet version
Loving that I am already reading Book 3 of the year (my 40 book reading challenge) ~ A House in the Sky and this book is a pager turner. Thanks Jen for the recommendation.
Loving that I am on track in regards to my spending freeze. See my rules and regulations here.
Loving that Downton Abbey Season 4 is finally on North American television.
Loving that Costco replaced my broken Keurig coffee machine for FREE even though I purchased it a little over 2 years ago.
And finally Loving this recent picture I took of my baby girl~ Kloé ! This is what happens when I decide to fold every blanket on couch!
January 6, 2014
most depressing day of the year & weekend recap
I heard on the news this morning that today is the most depressing day of the year! Very interesting since I am feeling fabulous this morning. It's back to work and back to a normal routine ~ finally! Yes guys... I love routines!
I started reading "Just One Year" by Gayle Forman during the weekend. It is the sequel of "Just One Day". I also had my first of four lattes allowed during my spending freeze (see here for my rules and regulations).
I made these on Sunday for my lunches this week. Instead of having them for breakfast, I will have them for lunch with a salad. Don't they look yummy? eggs, red peppers, oignons, cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro. Bake in oven at 350 for 25 minutes.
I have never mentioned it on the blog but I LOVE to play cards. My Daddy, Bidou and I play this particular card game that we call "neuf" (French word for the number nine) every time we get together and always on Sundays after supper.
January 3, 2014
2014 reading challenge and new follower
I promised myself that I would welcome every new member that joins Kouisse's Korner as a follower via Google. Bienvenue to Stephanie from Not Entirely Perfect!! Stephanie recently wrote a post on planners that I just loved reading. Thanks for joining and being my 9th follower.
There is no secret that I love to read. I actually prefer reading than watching television or a movie. I was 19 years old when I read my first real book ~ Family Album by Danielle Steel. I had never heard of Danielle Steel back then and remember devouring and collecting all of her books during my 20's. I only started discovering other authors in my 30's (so glad that I saw the light and ditched Danielle Steel). And since then, I have been hooked to the best pastime ever.
I love to challenge myself to reading goals. Last year's reading goal was 40 books but I only read 30 books (and hopefully one day it will be 52 books). You can find my list of books here. I am challenging myself again this year to read 40 books. I love to keep track of the books I read in a small green notepad that I have had for years but recently I have been using Goodreads and love it. Goodreads is the largest site for readers and recommendations in the world. If you are a member of Goodreads please do not hesitate to add me as your friend (please click here).
Last night I finished (book 1 of 40) reading Souvenirs de la Banlieue - les jumeaux". It is the 6th and last book of a French Canadian series from Rosette Laberge.
December 30, 2013
christmas $$$
I am a 43 year old mature adult (sometimes), therefore, I do not expect family to give me gifts on Christmas. However, my Daddy (yes people! I am a Daddy's girl) always gives me a little bit of money that I love to use on an unplanned "splurge".
This year, we decided to take the $$$ and buy whatever book we wanted at Chapters (for my USA friends... Chapters is the equivalent to your Barnes & Nobles). I usually do my reading on my mini i-pad but there are time that I do love to pick up a actual book.
Here are the books that I am adding to my non ending books to read pile!
1. The All-Girl Filling Station's Last Reunion by Fannie Flagg - Any book that Fannie releases I buy! Love the characters in all of her books.
2. I am Malada by Malala Tousatzai - I heard great things about this book.
3. Just one year by Gayle Forman - This is the sequel to Just one day. I hope it is as good as the first book.
4. Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell - I really enjoyed his first book called "Attachments" so hopefully this book will be as enjoyable.
I can't forget to mention that I recently bought a Longchamp Purple\Navy Blue Tote and told Bidou that it was his Christmas gift to me from him! Thanks Bidou!! By the way, I love this tote and it has become my new favourite work bag.
December 18, 2013
2013 year in review - book version
I was planning to do a post in January regarding the books I read in 2013 but when I heard that Jen and Steph were planning a link-up titled "Year in Review - Your Favorite Things in 2013". I knew that this would be a great occasion to share my book post.
Last January, I challenged myself to read 40 books. Unfortunately, I did not reach my goal but I am proud to announce that I have read 28 books thus far (still 13 days to go!)
The following is a list of all 28 books I have read in 2013. I read 13 French Canadian novels (I have marked them in italics). I am very proud of this number since I just started to read French language books in 2011. Even though my daily spoken language is French. I relate more to English stuff, especially when it comes to reading a book. I would never be caught reading an English translated to French book. Strange!!
1. Chère Laurette - Tome 4 by Michel David - french
2. Love Athony by Lisa Genova
3. Souvenirs de la Banlieue - Sylvie - Tome 1 by Rosette Laberge - french
4. Au Bord de la Rivière - Tome 4 - Michel David - french
5. Les Soeurs Beaudry - Tome 1 by Micheline Dalpé - french
6. Souvenirs de la Banlieu - Michel - Tome 2 by Rosette Laberge - french
7. Les Soeurs Beaudry - Tome 2 by Micheline Dalpé - french
8. The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult
9. La vie épicée de Charlotte Lavigne - Tome 2 by Nathalie Roy - french
10. Virgin River - book 1 by Robyn Carr
11. Poussière du temps - Tome 1 by Michel David - french
12. Souvenir de la Banlieue - Sonia - Tome 3 by Rosette Laberge - french
13. Souvenir de la Banlieue - Junior - Tome 4 by Rosette Laberge - french
14. Souvenir de la banlieue - Tante Irma - Tome 5 by Rosette Laberge - french
15. The Wedding Night by Sophie Kinsella
16. The Road to Grace by Richard Paul Evans
17. Left Neglected by Lisa Genova
18. Still Alice by Lisa Genova
19. Just One Day by Gayle Forman
20. The Silver Star by Jeannette Walls
21. Poussière du Temps - Tome 2 by Michel David - french
22. The Lost Wife by Alyson Richman
23. The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks
24. The Fault in our Stars by John Green
25. Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn
26. Mensonges sur le Plateau Mont-Royal - Book 1 by Michel David - french
27. The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Streds
28. The Book Thief by Mark Zusak
Currently Reading
Me before you by Jojo Moyes (the count will be 29 books if I finish this one before the end of 2013)
Books that I started but did not finish in 2013
Oliver Kitterridge by Elizabeth Strout ~ I tried but just couldn't finish it! See post here
Last Letter from your Lover by Jojo Moyes
Author I discovered in 2013
Lisa Genova - After picking up "Still Alice", I just couldn't stop...!
Biggest Disappointment
After reading "Broken Horses" and "Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls, I was excited for the release of her new book "The Silver Star" last June but was so disappointed. C'mon Jeannette... you can do a lot better!!
Best Book in 2013
"Still Alice" by Lisa Genova but REALLY loving the book I am currently reading... Me Before You.
Since I was not able to reach my goal of reading 40 books this year... I am setting the same goal for 2014.
November 29, 2013
trips and books and new follower
First I need to thank Tabitha from Wandering Java Lover for becoming my 7th follower. She is a Canadian blogger that loves Starbucks and Books. My kind of girl!!! :) Please check out her blog!
By this time tomorrow, I will be up in the air flying somewhere over the Florida Keys on my way to Cancun Mexico for the week.
My schedule today is crazy. I am working until 4:30 pm then I have an spa appointment for a pedicure (love pedicures!) and for some waxing (must look good in that bathing suit!). Then I need to pack for Bidou and I.
Last night my hairdresser (yes... I couldn't go to Cancun with my roots showing!) asked me what kind of packer I was. Then it got me thinking about the stuff I do bring on trips. I think I bring just enough in clothes and shoes. I usually pack one suitcase for Bidou and I plus we have our carry-ons. That's not so bad... right?? However, the item that I do bring to many of is books. For some reason, I am always afraid that I will run out of stuff to read. Last summer when travelling to Key West for the month of August, I packed 12 books but only read 5 of them. Go figure!!
I usually read books on my mini i-pad but when travelling to Mexico, I love to bring real books. I find it is easier for reading at the beach or near the pool.
The following is a picture of the books that I am bringing on this trip. My priority is to finish The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. I hopefully to read another!! :)
November 20, 2013
Wednesday's Loves
Yesterday, I mentioned that I was going to blog about the great deals I found from my shopping last weekend. Last night was all planned out... take pictures then write an amazing post about the stuff but instead I opted for some sleep and was snoring at 8:00 pm. Must I say that I am a well rested person this morning!
Therefore, I am bringing you another version of my favourite (and easy) post... Wednesday's Loves
Loving that there is only 10 sleeps until Cancun Mexico!
Loving all the stuff that I bought last weekend... especially the Michael Kors top.... and I only paid $11 for it!
Loving that I ate at all of my favourite American restaurants last weekend ~ Cracker Barrell, Olive Garden, Panera Bread, Five Guys and enjoyed many Skinny Lattes at Starbucks.
Loving that I have hired a cleaning lady and she is coming tomorrow!
Loved the book The Lost Wife by Alyson Richman.
November 6, 2013
Wednesday's Loves
Loving that we are leaving for Cancun in 23 days.
Loving that the red Starbucks cups have arrived.
Loving the book that I am currently reading - The Lost Wife by Alyson Richman
Loving that I connected with old high school friends last Saturday (reason why I was on the mends all day Sunday!)
and finally loving this picture of Kloé. Lately, her new favorite position is standing up on the back of the couch!! So cute!!
September 25, 2013
Wednesday's Love
Loving the new design for my blog! I saw the first draft and wow! I can't wait to show it off... and finally become a real blogger!
Loving the book Just One Day by Gayle Forman but hating that I must wait until October 10th for the sequel - Just one Year.
Loving the suspense in the movie I saw last night with my Dad - Prisoners. A must see movie!
Loving that my favourite French Canadian author Suzanne Aubry published today book 6 of her Fanette series. I am running to the bookstore later on to pick it up!
Loving that I won tickets for Friday's hockey game at the Canadian Tire Centre.
What are you loving this week?
About Me
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Kouisse
- A first time Mom of Baby M at the ripe old age 44 years old. Loving my new role of being a stay-at-home mom.
















