I really like a interval drama, so I used to be thrilled to find My Good Profession on Netflix. Set in early 1900s Australia, the six-part sequence follows a rebellious teenager who goals of changing into a author, however due to her father’s money owed, she’s anticipated as a substitute to marry nicely and save her household. There’s a love triangle and considerate plot factors about race and sexuality, however it’s additionally genuinely humorous — I watched three episodes in a single evening and laughed out loud a number of occasions. Some critiques name it frenetic and foolish, however possibly that’s precisely why I’m loving it?
This month, I additionally discovered myself smack in the course of a studying droop — I stored beginning books, then placing them down a pair days later, detached. However then I cracked an advance copy of Switzy, Emma Cline’s new novel a few retired government with dementia (September eighth). OH MY GOD. I can’t cease studying full paragraphs to Freddie. Completely blown away. (We’re now planning an interview with the writer, and I additionally went into the CoJ archives to re-read this related interview.)
What are you sporting today? I’m into leopard print proper now, like this simple gown. Three extra fairly items: sweater, scarf, and sneakers.
Now that they’re youngsters, my boys have gotten into making their very own breakfasts and snacks. So, as we head into September, I’m protecting our kitchen stocked with wholesome meals they’ll really attain for. This 12 months, I’ve turn out to be a giant fan of Thrive Market — have you ever heard of it? The membership-based on-line grocery delivers snacks, cereals, ice cream, pantry staples, cleansing provides, you title it — and so they don’t have inflated grocery retailer pricing. (As somebody who hates grocery buying, I discover that having all of it present up at my doorstep seems like a small miracle.) If you happen to’d prefer to attempt it, new Thrive Market members get $60 off their first three orders, plus a free reward. *sponsored point out
And, talking of snacks, Anton and I simply made watermelon juice!
Ideas? What have you ever been into today? I’d love to listen to.
P.S. Extra enjoyable issues, and what are your favourite under-the-radar films?
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