Love the One You're With by Emily Giffin

Ah, gees. I was ready, about five chapters from the end of this book, to completely throw it across the room, burn it, and write a very nasty letter to the author (I was NOT happy with the way the book was going, to say the least). However, it redeemed itself, completely. It reminded me why I'm in the relationship that I am in, and how much I love that person. It reminded me that usually, people who say "oh, I fell in love with them because they make me laugh, and we have so much in common" are usually full of it; that true love doesn't need reasons (because it is a verb; a decision; a completely conscious thought - a choice). Not always, and maybe not at the beginning, but when you get down to the nitty gritty, that's what remains - only what you put in. I love this book, simply stated. I hate what almost happened, and the underlying causes of it - but I love the ending! Women can be idiots, but sometimes do make the right decision in the end! There are simply "good men" out there - and if you find one, you should do everything you possibly can to keep him (because he is a rare and unique treasure, indeed).

I love you, J.

Baby Proof

I was kind of hoping for a different ending (not "weeeeeell.....here's a happily ever after, but not a perfect ending....and it MIGHT turn out the way you want it to..but it might not!") If you're going to be horrible predictable and monotonous, at least give me what I want! (A baby at the end). Yes, I still enjoy the "this is the life of a hip woman in the big city with her fab friends and relate-able family". However, stagnancy is present. Yes, I enjoy the writing, yes I enjoy the plot/story line/chic lit feel....but maybe I need to start reading something else. Even if this is still a guilty slight pleasure.