Magpie Drafts: A French Riviera Playlist, Great Undergarments, + More.
Musings + Essays
Everything I loved this week: a French Riviera playlist, the best undergarments, a new book,…
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Where Do You Find Meaningful Stuff?
Learnings
Where do you find meaningful "stuff" -- travel recs, restaurant suggestions, great gear, cultural programs?
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Into the Bleak Midwinter.
Essays
Reflections on an unplanned, recentering listening of "In the Bleak Midwinter" as we head into…
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The Magpie Diary: October 22, 2023.
Learnings
My weekly diary: everything on my mind this week, from Taylor Swift to female joy…
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Grace Notes.
Essays
Reflections on learning to read people as tween while studying the mechanics of piano.
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John Mayer and Being Known for What You Want to Be.
Musings
A rambling reflection on John Mayer, whose music I have loved for over two decades,…
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All the Wonders.
Musings + Essays
Musings on loss and redemption inspired (again) by Fleetwood Mac's "Gypsy" and (anew) by Brandi…
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A Playlist for a Dinner Party.
Home
The perfect playlist for a dinner party -- classy, soulful, and ideal for opening that…
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What Was Your First CD (Or Cassette, Or Record)?
Musings + Essays
My favorite icebreaker: what was your first CD?
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Weekend Vibes, Edition No. 242: Love Has a Long Tail.
Musings + Essays
Musings on whether all love is sentimental or not, plus what my children are wearing…
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