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One By one

I was excited to read Ruth Ware’s One by One (2020, fiction, 369 pages). Ware is well known for laying out a well-paced mystery with twists that keep you engaged and guessing. This story reads like a modern-day CLUE, minus the mansion … Continue reading

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Make It More Fun

To quote a famous nanny with a magically large handbag, a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down. Chores are more fun when they’re paired with something less taxing. Listen to your favorite playlist or pick up your go-to coffee shop … Continue reading

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The Road to Deeper Knowing

After my father’s near-death because of coronavirus, the road trip we had been putting off felt urgent. On Highway 101, I pressed firmly on the gas, hoping to outpace his mortality. My father’s gravelly voice hummed to the playlist I’d … Continue reading

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Holiday Advice

It’s your party. Do—and wear—whatever you want! The key to a great holiday party is a good playlist, good champagne, and good company. If you think you’re doing too much, add one more thing. When in doubt, just pour champagne. … Continue reading

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