The Unshelved Life: May 2026 Wrap-Up

And just like that, another month is in the books! I’m not sure where this month went, but it went by so very quickly. We spent most of it slogging through rainy days and stormy nights, which was great for my garden, but traumatizing for my dogs, Bleu and Lola. They’re both incredibly scared of stormy weather. Truth be told, May is always a hectic month, between pinning ceremonies and graduation, I spent a lot of time on the road traveling between campuses and taking pictures of our students. As exhausting as it is, I always enjoy photographing them. It’s my way of showing them just how proud I am of them and all that they’ve accomplished.

ABOUT THE UNSHELVED LIFE

“The Unshelved Life” is a monthly wrap-up/sharing post of all the things that kept my attention during the month.

 

1. In the Library
   I finished reading Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney last night and, omg, I was not prepared for the ending. A modern take on Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None, this story will keep you guessing until the very twisty, turny last page.Alice Feeney is quickly becoming one of my favorite psychological thriller writers. I never see the ending coming, no matter how much I document {I keep notes while I’m reading}. I’ll have a book review coming soon.
2. In the Garden
   I’m excited to share that we’ve finally been able to eat some veggies from my garden, specifically, green beans and red peppers. I was also able to harvest some zucchini, which I plan to make into zucchini bread later this week. We still don’t have enough to stop buying veggies from the store, but we’re making progress.
3. In the Closet
   My most popular outfit, with over 770 likes on Threads, is this fun little dress from Zuri. Every time I wear it, I feel like a vintage Barbie doll.
   
   What I Wore May Fave {living outside the stacks} Follow @DaenelT on Instagram
4. On the Television
   I finished watching the first season of Hulu’s The Testaments (sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale). Y’all, I never thought at my big ol’ age I’d be so involved in the lives of teenagers, but I’m obsessed. I know fans are supposed to be cheering for Agnes, and I do adore her, but Shunnamite and Hulda are my girls.Like Daisy said, “Shunnamite will cut a b!tch.” And Hulda is just so naÏve and sweet and adorable. Like a human puppy. But I think she’s also tougher than she lets on.
5. On the Radio
   Ghetto Cowboy by Elsie has been on repeat and will be blasting from my speakers allllllll summer long.

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