October Ad Space

October Ad Space

Are you in need of some last-minute ad space for October? Well, you are in luck, because I am offering a 25% discount until 9am CST tomorrow! Use code YAYOCTOBER on any of the ad sizes to claim your space. I hope you'll join me for a great month!

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Book Review: The Light Between Oceans

Book Review: The Light Between Oceans

The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman This is the book that my Book Club Book Swap buddy sent me for September's read. My swap partner was Monique of Life's Little Vignettes, and I was really happy with her choice. I have a pretty long to-read list on Goodreads,...

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Right Now…

Right now, I am... enjoying the two new music albums I got this week, the new Ben Folds Five and the new Mumford & Sons. It's rare that I buy new music, but both of these were worthy causes. waiting for the UPS truck to deliver the long-sleeved stock shirts I ordered...

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What I Wore: Floral Rust

What I Wore: Floral Rust

  This week's closet challenge from Ma Nouvelle Mode was 'oversized shirt,' and I just so happened to have one that I'd been waiting to wear. I tried on about a dozen different belts before settling on this one. And... I dunno. This look turned out ok. I'm...

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Tuesday Treasure Trove

Tuesday Treasure Trove

Fun video of the week: This is what happens when a seagull steals your videocamera while you’re trying to film a sunset. Chelsea's recipe for banana bread looks yummy. So do Kim's recipes for gluten-free cheesecake and adult grilled cheese. Some really nifty...

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September Group Giveaway

September Group Giveaway

Yup, it's that time again: group giveaway day! Some of my wonderful sponsors have offered up cool swag this month. Check it out below! Melissa from Go Team Brinn! says: My husband and I are huge nerds -- and we got that way through a deep love of books. Since I don't...

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Recipe: Alfredo Chicken & Biscuits

Recipe: Alfredo Chicken & Biscuits

This originally appeared as a guest post over on Confessions of a Semi-Domesicated Mama. This an easy and tasty recipe sure to please kids and grown-ups alike. Bonus: it's equally as good as warmed-up leftovers. Alfredo Chicken & Biscuits   Ingredients 2 c. cubed...

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Let’s Not Sugarcoat It

Let’s Not Sugarcoat It

  There's been a lot of talk swirling around the blogosphere about the authenticity of blogging and how we all only see a curated version of a blogger's life, not all the real nitty gritty. Whether it's because we feel we always have to present a positive, shiny...

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What I Wore: Turquoise Crochet

What I Wore: Turquoise Crochet

  I went to my closet today with a mission. What hadn't I worn in while? What hadn't I figured out how to wear yet? Answer: a) my black jeans and this tank both, and b) this turquoise crochet top. And somehow they all work together. Color me surprised, but I kind...

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September Sponsor Love

September Sponsor Love

Come meet some of the fabulous bloggers who are medium sponsors here this month! This is a great group of ladies, and I've been glad to have them hanging out in my sidebar this month. I asked each of them some fun questions (and answered them myself at the bottom). Be...

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About

Hi, I’m Amanda!

I’m a self-employed graphic designer by day, and a crafty hungry bookworm by night. Dragonflight Dreams is where I write about books, recipes, internet goodies, life things, crafty projects, Austin happenings, and more.

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Currently Reading

The Surviving Sky
Be: A No-Bullsh*t Guide to Increasing Your Self Worth and Net Worth by Simply Being Yourself
Cloud Cuckoo Land
Ghostland: An American History in Haunted Places
Chillpreneur: The New Rules for Creating Success, Freedom, and Abundance on Your Terms
Thinking, Fast and Slow


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2023 Reading Challenge

2023 Reading Challenge

2023 Reading Challenge
Amanda has completed her goal of reading 75 books in 2023!
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