Just Good Shit: 11.17.19
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I’m normally a very resolute “I don’t recognize the existence of Christmas until after Thanksgiving” person…but this year, for whatever reason, I’m ready to skip ahead. I think it’s because Thanksgiving feels late this year (even though it always feels early when it’s not November 28th or later) and because I don’t have any big plans for that week. And because my body is calling out for twinkle lights and cozy blankets. Like, let’s just get on with it!!!
Anyway, here’s what I was up to this week…
On the blog
Editing
Amateur Hour: ‘I Want to Fit in at Work, but I’m Not a Big Drinker’
How to Explore Your Queerness When You Have a Straight Partner
Reading
What the battle over a 7-year-old trans girl could mean for families nationwide, Vox.
Suzy Batiz’s Empire of Odor, The New Yorker.
How to Make a Website, The Atlantic.
I love WikiHow and its incredibly wholesome/earnest approach to service content, so I really enjoyed this.
One of the most famous incidents of campus outrage was totally misrepresented, Vox.
Robyn Crawford Opens up to Lena Waithe About Her Relationship With Whitney Houston, Oprah.
The New Power Lunch Is Sweetgreen, Eater.
How foil balloons went from Instagram bait to every party in America, The Goods / Vox.
Apple Gives Up On Its Worst Design Mistake Ever: The Butterfly Keyboard, VICE.
Alison Roman Cooks Thanksgiving in a (Very) Small Kitchen, The New York Times.
This post is threatening to change my mind about Thanksgiving! I really want to try this stuffing. Also, it’s just a fun/voicey/servicey read.
Things I Wish Someone Told Me When I Started Cooking, A Cup of Jo.
I’m a Normal Person and I Buy My Instagram Followers, The Cut.
How To Name a Lesbian or Bisexual TV Character, Autostraddle.
Watching & listening to
I’ve started watching Twin Peaks, which I’ve never seen. I’m really enjoying it so far — it’s so mellow and the cozy mountain vibe is very much my shit. I also listened to some very good You’re Wrong About eps this week: Marcia Clark, Anita Hill, and “A Dingo’s Got My Baby.”
Shoe news
My beloved Tessa Clogs are now available in two new colors: honey and golden tan. I’ve ordered the honey and am very excited for them to arrive!
My girlfriend and I saw the J. Crew Sadie glitter boot online earlier this fall and were very into them, but then they suddenly disappeared entirely. After a lot of searching, she eventually found a new pair at a deep discount on Poshmark. I was (and am) jealous because even though they aren’t my typical style, they are so goddamn cute in person. Anyway, now they are back in stock at J. Crew! They are perfect for holiday parties, winter brides, and really anyone who wants to look like a winter witch.
Have a great Sunday! 🍁
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