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The Raw and The Cooked - Simple Rhythms for SAHM, Honest Motherhood, and Books Worth ReadingAuthor: Dara Boxer
Dara Boxer is a stay-at-home mom to four kids six and under, committed to living a simple, well-organized, and beautifully functional life mostly for her own sanity. A former personal chef and cooking instructor, she brings that same intention to her home: from seasonal meal planning to laundry systems, quiet time routines, toy storage, and everything in between.Episodes release on Thursdays, and alternate between honest book reviews and practical strategies for managing the chaos of home life with little kids. Come for the rhythm tips, stay for the raw motherhood truths and maybe leave with a better grocery list. Language: en-us Genres: Arts, Books, Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#202: My Favorite Books of 2025
Episode 202
Thursday, 18 December, 2025
I’m sharing my favorite books of 2025 — the ones that stayed with me, challenged me, comforted me, or simply pulled me through a heavy season.This year, I read 55 books (and counting), and today I’m narrowing it down to the 13 books I loved the most. These picks span fiction and nonfiction, parenting, faith, health, and pure escapism — a true snapshot of my reading life this year.December feels heavy. The sun sets early. Everything feels like effort. And yet, there is nothing like a really good book. This episode is for anyone craving depth, distraction, or nourishment through reading.Books Mentioned in This Episode (in no particular order):God of the Woods by Liz MooreThe Wedding People by AlisonEspachGood Inside by Dr. Becky KennedyAtmosphere by Taylor Jenkins ReidThe Bright Years by Sarah DamnoffThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark ComerThe Rational Bible by Dennis PragerGood Energy by Casey MeansMarble Hall Murders by Anthony HorowitzIs She Really Going Out With Him? by Sophie CousensWhat Does It Feel Like? by Sophie KinsellaGone Girl by Gillian FlynnAll the Colors of the Dark by Chris WhitakerSend us a textwww.daraboxer.com













