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Lindsay Paulen's avatar

love this, bella!! also, i started a cookbook club in DC and loved it and miss it dearly. definitely would love to get involved with one in brooklyn if you’re ever looking for people 🌟

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EJ Johnson's avatar

I'm late but I looooove this. Reading MindHoliday got me into junk journaling, and it's been such a fun, creative outlet. Using a glue stick makes me feel like a kid again in the best way– it's such a delight to use my hands and mind in ways I haven't in years. Hobbies show you just how spending money really isn't (always) necessary for a good time, and help you save your money for things that are actually worth it–– like vacation!

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jemia's avatar

i literally told myself i wanted to focus on building a new wardrobe but only shopping at tj maxx/marshalls/ross/goodwill. i found myself really spending too much money on fast fashion pieces that i don’t even wear. i wants timeless wardrobe. that’s my new vibe.

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Madison Snider Podpirka's avatar

Loved this note!!! I love reading all you write and this was so inspiring and thoughtful (I learned a lot!). If you want to do an NYC cookbook club, count me in!!

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Bella Darden's avatar

Thank you Madison!!

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Emma's avatar

Can’t wait to make a bracelet at Happy Medium! Just texted my friend about it :))

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Bella Darden's avatar

yay! please share when you do <3

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Megan Jones's avatar

Just learned from a friend how to crochet yesterday! I’m already that girly crocheting on my subway rides 🤭 I’m still loving my scrapbook journal and feel re-inspired to hem my own pants (tailor prices these days?! Gasp.)

As always, a fabulous newsletter! xx

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Bella Darden's avatar

no way, you might have to teach me next (I failed on my own because I couldn't properly count rows)

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