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January 2026 Book Reviews!
It's cold out! Time to cuddle up with a good book. Here's my book reviews from all of the books I read in January. Pick out your favorite and get reading! Be sure to look for my "highly recommended" b...
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It's cold! We even have snow here outside of Hilton Head, South Carolina. Time to pick up a good book! Check out my latest blog post with all of my book reviews from January and find a book you want to cuddle up with! #BookSky💙📚
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Sherry can only be made in a tiny region in southern Spain known as the "Sherry Triangle." The three towns of Jerez, Sanlúcar de Barrameda, and El Puerto de Santa María create a unique microclimate that allows the special "flor" yeast to survive. www.cellartours.com/blog/spain/a...
A Comprehensive Guide to Sherry Wine: From Vineyard to Glass
Explore Sherry's unique charm in this guide! Dive into its history, diverse styles, and aging process in Spain's 'Jerez' region.
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February 6, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Sherry can only be made in a tiny region in southern Spain known as the "Sherry Triangle." The three towns of Jerez, Sanlúcar de Barrameda, and El Puerto de Santa María create a unique microclimate that allows the special "flor" yeast to survive. www.cellartours.com/blog/spain/a...
Day #45 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Pretenders" by the Pretenders. This album is the debut studio album by the Pretenders and was released on January 11, 1980. #MusicSky
February 6, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Day #45 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Pretenders" by the Pretenders. This album is the debut studio album by the Pretenders and was released on January 11, 1980. #MusicSky
Emilio Pucci was much more than a fashion icon. This memoir by Terence Ward covers Pucci's involvement in WWII as well as his becoming a fashion designer. Full review on Goodreads or The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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February 6, 2026 at 10:51 AM
Emilio Pucci was much more than a fashion icon. This memoir by Terence Ward covers Pucci's involvement in WWII as well as his becoming a fashion designer. Full review on Goodreads or The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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Day #44 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Meat Puppets II" by the Meat Puppets. This album is the second studio album by the Meat Puppets and was released in April of 1984. It was recorded at Total Access Studios in Redondo Beach, California. #MusicSky
February 5, 2026 at 6:36 PM
Day #44 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Meat Puppets II" by the Meat Puppets. This album is the second studio album by the Meat Puppets and was released in April of 1984. It was recorded at Total Access Studios in Redondo Beach, California. #MusicSky
Day #43 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Mama's Gun" by Erykah Badu. This album is the second studio album by Erykah Badu and was released on November 18, 2000. #MusicSky
February 4, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Day #43 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Mama's Gun" by Erykah Badu. This album is the second studio album by Erykah Badu and was released on November 18, 2000. #MusicSky
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February 4, 2026 at 6:08 PM
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"No Great Tragedy" by Bernard Schopen follows Professor Harry Hoyle and his colleagues as their Classics department at their university is shut down. Full review on Goodreads or The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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Christine's review of No Great Tragedy
3/5: Professor Harry Hoyle teaches Classics and is the head of the department at the university. When the administration decides to do cutbacks in the humanities, in general, they decide to completely...
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February 4, 2026 at 10:58 AM
"No Great Tragedy" by Bernard Schopen follows Professor Harry Hoyle and his colleagues as their Classics department at their university is shut down. Full review on Goodreads or The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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One of the coolest things about Sherry is the "Solera" system. It is a way of aging wine where barrels are stacked in rows. New wine goes in the top and finished wine comes out the bottom. A tiny drop of wine from the very first year is still there. Probably.
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How the Solera Method Shapes Champagne, Sherry, and Beer
Learn about the solera method, a process that was developed for aging and bottling sherry wine. The solera method is now used for Champagne, beer, and whiskey production, and allows producers to sligh...
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February 3, 2026 at 8:16 PM
One of the coolest things about Sherry is the "Solera" system. It is a way of aging wine where barrels are stacked in rows. New wine goes in the top and finished wine comes out the bottom. A tiny drop of wine from the very first year is still there. Probably.
www.foodandwine.com/solera-metho...
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Day #42 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Sunshine Superman" by Donovan. This album is the third studio album by Donovan and was released August 26, 1966.
February 3, 2026 at 7:07 PM
Day #42 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Sunshine Superman" by Donovan. This album is the third studio album by Donovan and was released August 26, 1966.
Overtourism continues to be a concern for many places - particularly in Europe. The Trevi Fountain in Rome is the latest tourist attraction that has implemented a fee in order to try and control tourism. #TravelSky
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Trevi Fountain fee takes effect as Rome seeks to manage tourist crowds
Tourists hoping to get close to the Trevi Fountain had to pay 2 euros starting Monday as the city of Rome inaugurated a new fee structure to help raise money and control crowds.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:37 PM
Overtourism continues to be a concern for many places - particularly in Europe. The Trevi Fountain in Rome is the latest tourist attraction that has implemented a fee in order to try and control tourism. #TravelSky
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February 3, 2026 at 11:31 AM
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If you seem to have it all, but still feel like you are stuck in life, "How To Live A Meaningful Life" by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans is for you. Full review on Goodreads and The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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Christine's review of How to Live a Meaningful Life
3/5: In this book, the authors try to address the question of how to make your life seem more meaningful. If you are one of those people that seem to have everything they want - career, money, family,...
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February 3, 2026 at 10:56 AM
If you seem to have it all, but still feel like you are stuck in life, "How To Live A Meaningful Life" by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans is for you. Full review on Goodreads and The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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The British have been obsessed with Sherry for centuries because Sir Francis Drake stole 2,900 barrels of it from Spain in 1587. He brought it back to London and it became the trendiest drink in England. They called it "sack" back then. winewitandwisdomswe.com/2013/03/29/s...
Sir Francis Drake and the British Love of Sherry – Wine, Wit, and Wisdom
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February 3, 2026 at 12:28 AM
The British have been obsessed with Sherry for centuries because Sir Francis Drake stole 2,900 barrels of it from Spain in 1587. He brought it back to London and it became the trendiest drink in England. They called it "sack" back then. winewitandwisdomswe.com/2013/03/29/s...
Day #41 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "London Calling" by the Clash. This album is the third studio album by the Clash and was released in the UK on December 14, 1979 and in the US in January of 1980. #MusicSky
February 2, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Day #41 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "London Calling" by the Clash. This album is the third studio album by the Clash and was released in the UK on December 14, 1979 and in the US in January of 1980. #MusicSky
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SIMON, JASON, ROGER, REEVES AND I WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE GRAMMY'S FOR THIS WONDERFUL AWARD;
WE ARE VERY HONOURED TO RECEIVE IT.
WE WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK;
EVERYONE WHO HELPED IN THE CREATION OF OUR SONGS OF A LOST WORLD ALBUM, PARTICULARLY CO-PRODUCER PAUL CORKETT;
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WE ARE VERY HONOURED TO RECEIVE IT.
WE WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK;
EVERYONE WHO HELPED IN THE CREATION OF OUR SONGS OF A LOST WORLD ALBUM, PARTICULARLY CO-PRODUCER PAUL CORKETT;
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February 2, 2026 at 10:12 AM
SIMON, JASON, ROGER, REEVES AND I WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE GRAMMY'S FOR THIS WONDERFUL AWARD;
WE ARE VERY HONOURED TO RECEIVE IT.
WE WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK;
EVERYONE WHO HELPED IN THE CREATION OF OUR SONGS OF A LOST WORLD ALBUM, PARTICULARLY CO-PRODUCER PAUL CORKETT;
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WE ARE VERY HONOURED TO RECEIVE IT.
WE WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK;
EVERYONE WHO HELPED IN THE CREATION OF OUR SONGS OF A LOST WORLD ALBUM, PARTICULARLY CO-PRODUCER PAUL CORKETT;
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Get ready for Valentine's Day with this episode from The Wine Pair Podcast about Sherry! #WineSky
Valentine’s Day is coming up and we have a hot take. Forget the box of chocolates or the expensive Champagne. If you really want to impress your date this year you should be pouring Sherry. Specifically sweet Sherry drizzled over vanilla ice cream.
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Forget Chocolate: Why Sherry is the Ultimate Valentine’s Day Unlock! | The Wine Pair Podcast - Find Great Wines Without Breaking the Bank
Valentine’s Day is coming, and if you are feeling stuck in the same old chocolate and roses rut, we have the perfect solution to win over your sweetie! Sherry...
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February 1, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Get ready for Valentine's Day with this episode from The Wine Pair Podcast about Sherry! #WineSky
"The Ten Perfections" by Ellen Finnie shares stories of 10 dogs the author has owned and the lessons they've taught her in life. Full review on Goodreads or The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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Christine's review of The Ten Perfections
3/5: When I read the title of this book, I was excited about reading it, although also a little apprehensive. I'm one of those people that can watch a movie and it's not big deal to me if the human di...
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February 1, 2026 at 8:39 PM
"The Ten Perfections" by Ellen Finnie shares stories of 10 dogs the author has owned and the lessons they've taught her in life. Full review on Goodreads or The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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Day #40 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Speakerboxxx/The Love Below" by Outkast. This album is the fifth studio album by Outkast and was released on September 23, 2003. #MusicSky
February 1, 2026 at 2:53 PM
Day #40 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Speakerboxxx/The Love Below" by Outkast. This album is the fifth studio album by Outkast and was released on September 23, 2003. #MusicSky
It's cold! We even have snow here outside of Hilton Head, South Carolina. Time to pick up a good book! Check out my latest blog post with all of my book reviews from January and find a book you want to cuddle up with! #BookSky💙📚
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January 2026 Book Reviews!
It's cold out! Time to cuddle up with a good book. Here's my book reviews from all of the books I read in January. Pick out your favorite and get reading! Be sure to look for my "highly recommended" b...
www.tips2liveby.com
February 1, 2026 at 1:44 PM
It's cold! We even have snow here outside of Hilton Head, South Carolina. Time to pick up a good book! Check out my latest blog post with all of my book reviews from January and find a book you want to cuddle up with! #BookSky💙📚
www.tips2liveby.com/post/january...
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If you love romances and also love the music industry like I do, "Winner Takes All" by Emily Martin should be on your TBR list! Read my full review on Goodreads or The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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Christine's review of Winner Takes All
4/5: Eleanor has traveled to Las Vegas to try and sign one of her favorite bands - Dempsey - to the indie record label she works for. But when she takes the band out for dinner, she notices that her m...
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January 31, 2026 at 9:09 PM
If you love romances and also love the music industry like I do, "Winner Takes All" by Emily Martin should be on your TBR list! Read my full review on Goodreads or The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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Day #39 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Gorillaz" by Gorillaz. This album is the debut studio album by Gorillaz and was released on June 19, 2001 in the U.S.
January 31, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Day #39 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Gorillaz" by Gorillaz. This album is the debut studio album by Gorillaz and was released on June 19, 2001 in the U.S.
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René is part of a serious wine power couple. His wife is Sara Pérez, the winemaker behind Mas Martinet and Venus La Universal. Together, they are redefining what Spanish wine can be. thewinepairpodcast.com/episode/special-episode-meet-the-wine-makers-20-rene-barbier-meyer-winemaker-at-clos-mogador
Special Episode! Meet the (Wine) Makers #20: René Barbier Meyer winemaker at Clos Mogador | The Wine Pair Podcast - Find Great Wines Without Breaking the Bank
Meet the wonderful René Barbier Meyer, head winemaker at Clos Mogador winery in Priorat, Spain. René is a winemaker who believes in being close to the land, the...
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January 30, 2026 at 7:10 PM
René is part of a serious wine power couple. His wife is Sara Pérez, the winemaker behind Mas Martinet and Venus La Universal. Together, they are redefining what Spanish wine can be. thewinepairpodcast.com/episode/special-episode-meet-the-wine-makers-20-rene-barbier-meyer-winemaker-at-clos-mogador
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January 30, 2026 at 12:08 PM
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Day #38 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Synchronicity" by the Police. This album is the fifth and final studio album by the Police and was released on June 17, 1983. #MusicSky
January 30, 2026 at 2:09 PM
Day #38 of the "1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" generator. Today's album is "Synchronicity" by the Police. This album is the fifth and final studio album by the Police and was released on June 17, 1983. #MusicSky
"Second Dance" by Tess Thompson is a super sweet "second chance" romance that I really enjoyed. See my full review on Goodreads or The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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Christine's review of Second Dance (The Parent App #1)
4/5: Gillian and Alex met when they were young one summer in NYC and fell in love. But at the end of the summer, Gillian finds out that her sister and brother-in-law have died in an accident, leaving ...
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January 30, 2026 at 1:08 PM
"Second Dance" by Tess Thompson is a super sweet "second chance" romance that I really enjoyed. See my full review on Goodreads or The Story Graph (first comment). #BookSky💙📚
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