I told myself I was going to take it easier this week. I planned what I would cook, what I’d watch, and that I’d be putting the kids to bed most nights. I did do all of those things - and I also was running around the city and doing all the things as well. I did take it easier. Next time, I’m taking it easy. I have no regrets. There were friend dates (strolling Central Park, or with oysters and Prosecco) and a date afternoon (to see the brilliant Kate Mulgrew in The Beacon). There was celebrating the launch of Kilte’s newest collaboration with Daphne Oz over a beautiful breakfast. And there were more books read, more dance parties, and more snuggles every evening. Easy may have to wait until the end of the year, but I’m soaking in the beautiful fullness of my life right now. A few housekeeping items: I’m bringing back my Webby-honored #5SmartReads series back, exclusively for paid subscribers. Every Tuesday morning, you’ll receive a digest of 5 important stories centered on underreported news and underrepresented perspectives. More about that decision below, along with the most incredible testimonial from Upasna Gautam (chair of the News Product Alliance and a technical leader at CNN):
I’ll be back in PA again next weekend to canvass with Indian American Impact. If you want to help get the vote out and make some new friends, please join us! There are also many other ways to get involved with this election (and to practice citizenship in general).
Finally, my favorite Diwali event is nearly here - Diwali on the Hudson, which supports the incredible work of the Desai Foundation. Tickets are nearly sold out, so please buy yours if you want to have an incredible night and support this amazing organization.
Fang FictionEvery time I read Kate’s writing, I’m equally captivated by her phenomenal storytelling and deeply envious of her writing. There are plenty of books about vampires and witches, and plenty on fandoms and unpacking why we love the things we love. To blend these both so perfectly, with humor and heart and sensitivity…god damn it, Kate. You’re brilliant, and this book was such a fun, fantastical ride. You can find my 2024 reads here, and last month’s reads here. Laundry Bag for Shoes ($37)If dirty sneakers are your biggest ick (and throwing them into a washing machine is a bigger ick), then you absolutely need these genius bags. My white Atoms are SPARKLING after tossing them in these bags and into the wash, and the included shoe trees help them keep their shape. Find all my Amazon favorites here. More Black and Latina women are leading unions - and transforming how they workpublished in the Associated Press We have unions to thank for some of the norms we take for granted in work (5 day work week, overtime pay, benefits). And with Black and Latina women taking the helm of more unions, I can’t wait to see how the new rules they fight for help transform how we work - for the better. I share smart & fun reads, cheap (and useful thrills), and outfits on Instagram, and random musings on Threads. If that’s your thing, please hang out with me over there!
Sharing
These are my most popular recommendations. MakingI’ve been on a cooking and cleaning-out-the-fridge/freezer/pantry spree. Here’s what I made and loved this week:
Answering
Catch up on last month’s questions and answers. Reading
Tryingto learn the opening sequence dance from The Perfect Couple (which I finally finished this week) If you enjoyed this weekend’s letter, please consider:
Wishing you a wonderful Sunday. xo,
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