My heart continues to be with those in Los Angeles. I’ve set up a monthly recurring donation to NDLON to support immigrant day laborers as they rebuild their lives, in addition to supporting vetted GoFundMe campaigns and World Central Kitchen.
It was a very fun week. And a very social week. I loved celebrating Neha’s book launch over a gorgeous brunch at Maman, and again at her first big event at Barnes & Noble. I caught up with two of my school mom friends over tea and coffee cake one morning. My friend Susan hosted a beautiful dinner party on Thursday night, and I spent yesterday in Pennsylvania celebrating a friend’s baby shower. I loved it all. And I would like to stay at home in full goblin mode, thank you very much. The best way to recharge from a busy week is simple - do less. Here’s how I’m actually doing it:
After my hibernation week, I’ll be back on the social bandwagon (and I hope you’ll join me at one of these events!)
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The Power Pauseby Neha Ruch For too long, moms have been divided into two camps and pitted against each other. The truth is many of us also exist in the gray area in between - downshifting our careers to working flexibly or pausing entirely, or re-entering the workforce part or full-time. The Power Pause breaks the binary mindset and offers new narratives and a full on playbook on retaining your ambition through a pause or downshift, with dignity and confidence. This isn't just a book for moms or stay at home parents - it's a playbook for the modern family. I could not be prouder of Neha and this milestone in the movement she’s built with Mother/Untitled. You can find my recent reads here, and this month’s reads here. 9 Piece Metal Hair Tie Set ($12)As a “hair always up” kind of girl, I’m frequently on the hunt for accessories that zhush up my French twist or low bun. Julia @smarterinasec shared a different set of metal hair ties on her Instagram, and it got me down a rabbit hole to find these - some gold, some silver, all perfect. Find this month’s Amazon favorites here. How these suburban moms in Ukraine manage grief by training to down Russian drones (NPR)
Many of these women have lost their husbands, brothers, and friends. Before the war, they worked as teachers and veterinarians and public service workers. Now, they’re soldiers who defend their families, the city of Kyiv, and their country. And I’m equally in awe of them and furious that this is their reality.
If you enjoyed this weekend’s letter, please consider:
As always, take exquisite care of yourself this week. xo,
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a social week (and how I'm recharging)
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