HI, GRANDPARENTS - IF YOU HAVE FIGURED OUT TEXTING ME, YOU CAN TEXT YOUR GRANDKIDS, AND IF THEY DON’T RESPOND, GET THEM WHATEVER YOU WANT! OR NOTHING! THAT WILL ALSO BE A LIFE LESSON! I AM DONE BEING THE GATEKEEPER OF ALL THE GIFTS! 🔥🔥🔥
I can't articulate how much that ground on me in the past. Nagging the kids to make the list, providing them to my parents, getting the follow questions, nagging the kids to provide clarity, providing a response... not to mention figuring out what to get the kids that the parents/guncles didn't get them. IDGAF this year. (guncles said they are going to take them somewhere fun lieu of a present. THANK YOU!)
I finally (finally!) listened to the audiobook version of “How to Keep House While Drowning” and i now think it’s essential reading. It has fundamentally changed the way I look at care tasks (we deserve to have houses that aren’t a total mess! It’s kind to cook meals for ourselves!). Highly recommend if you feel like your life is out of control.
I’m currently boarding a plane—leaving my toddler home with my spouse while I take a business trip—which feels like the perfect scenario in which to plug my career guide, Is This Working? https://dearbusinesslady.com/book/
It’d be a great gift for any soon-to-be college grads & newer-to-the-workforce folks on your list, or anyone who’s struggling with their professional satisfaction. (I can even do a signed copy if you’d like; just hit me up.)
Having a toddler means I need to be the source of all kiddo gift ideas AND because we live far from family I end up running a small logistics center & wrapping enterprise on top of all the other holiday obligations. Can’t wait until I can stop being the middlewitch!!
Hi Witches! And thank you, Claire, for inviting us to share our books. Mine is PARENT HACKS: 134 Genius Shortcuts for Life With Kids -- a fun, illustrated, gift book full of smart hacks based on my OG community blog. It’s fits nicely in a stocking, looks cute when wrapped, and is great for parents of babies and littles. Two things to note: the fab illustrator, Craighton Berman, is a dad from Chicago. The second is that the helpful community here at EW brings back the community feel of my original blog. That community saved me as a parent! And friends I made then are still friends today. (The story (abridged) is in the book intro.) Here’s my Amazon link for info, but of course buy where you prefer: http://bit.ly/PHBookAtAmazon
A self-plug! If you automatically respond to "brr, it's cold in here" with "there must be some Clovers in the atmosphere," know that whoever drops the Spirit Stick goes to Hades, or have otherwise had your life touched by the cinematic masterpiece that is Bring It On, have I got the book (that I wrote) for you.
"Bring It On: The Complete Story of the Cheerleading Movie That Changed, Like, Everything (No, Seriously)" not only has a very long title, but also interviews with basically everyone involved in making the movie, fans, critics, and more, about how the little cheerleading movie that alllllmost didn't get made had an outsize and lasting cultural impact. It also has a very fun scrapbooky section of archival photos, a sketch of a cheerleader as the Vitruvian Man, and more delights for readers. I like it, and I think you would too. (And, as a bonus, it came out one year ago today. Happy birthday, book baby!)
Stop Waiting for Perfect is a mantra I really need to embrace but can’t freaking seem to do in order to start a biz that appears to be my calling (or begin much else for that matter). I’d love to check out this book.
Tara Mohr's book Playing Big changed my entire perspective on ambition as a woman. It's SO SO SO SO good. Especially if you're self-critical or are plagued with self-doubt (ahem).
yes, yes, yes!!! I am all in on Tara Mohr and Playing Big. I've given away DOZENS of her books. I have 3 copies on my shelf right now, waiting for the next woman who expresses even a shade of doubt that she can do that thing nagging at the back of her mind. I like her courses too.
Stacey is a longtime public radio person (Marketplace, Planet Money, The Indicator) and overall badass mensch, and this book has minute to minute guides on how important negotiating is, how to do it, how not to do it, and times she succeeded in her negotiations and times she failed. Some of it is "this worked!" and some of it is "do as I say, not as I did." The framework is Machiavelli's The Prince, which she explains--you don't have to have heard of, read, like or even approve of his book to enjoy her book. I have recommended it to everyone (specially young women starting out) I know of any gender/binary who is facing *any kind *of a negotiation convo--like "go download and read x chapter right now before your meeting." Seriously, this will help you earn more money possibly for the rest of your life, and overall about how to advocate for yourself without tearing anyone else down.
It's so funny and specific to see a public radio person's name written out when you've only heard it spoken for decades. That sounds like a really useful book.
Me too! It comes as an audiobook also. I wished Chicago Public/Libby had an audio version of Stop Waiting for Perfect--can't wait to get my hands on that.
Teena, Fairfax County PL lets non residents get a library card for $27/year. I've a non resident card on my Libby for years and get tons of books from them when my local city and county libraries doesn't have it. A few years ago I did a mid-to-deep dive on libraries that offer this vs. price vs. number of titles. Fairfax came out on top then, but as always, your mileage may vary. https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/non-resident-library-card-application
Kate, somebody claimed it already but if you are interested in a very tiny consolation prize for chiming in, email me at ew.clairezulkey@gmail.com I know the issue went out earlier this morning than usual!
I would be really interested in “Love in the time of Incarceration”, if it’s still available. I can’t see anyone asking, but I might have missed it… if so, sorry.
I play with preschoolers for a living. The Positive Discipline series are a good place to start but I’ve learned about so many more resources from the comments and Claire.
HI, GRANDPARENTS - IF YOU HAVE FIGURED OUT TEXTING ME, YOU CAN TEXT YOUR GRANDKIDS, AND IF THEY DON’T RESPOND, GET THEM WHATEVER YOU WANT! OR NOTHING! THAT WILL ALSO BE A LIFE LESSON! I AM DONE BEING THE GATEKEEPER OF ALL THE GIFTS! 🔥🔥🔥
I can't articulate how much that ground on me in the past. Nagging the kids to make the list, providing them to my parents, getting the follow questions, nagging the kids to provide clarity, providing a response... not to mention figuring out what to get the kids that the parents/guncles didn't get them. IDGAF this year. (guncles said they are going to take them somewhere fun lieu of a present. THANK YOU!)
yes!!!!
I finally (finally!) listened to the audiobook version of “How to Keep House While Drowning” and i now think it’s essential reading. It has fundamentally changed the way I look at care tasks (we deserve to have houses that aren’t a total mess! It’s kind to cook meals for ourselves!). Highly recommend if you feel like your life is out of control.
I’m currently boarding a plane—leaving my toddler home with my spouse while I take a business trip—which feels like the perfect scenario in which to plug my career guide, Is This Working? https://dearbusinesslady.com/book/
It’d be a great gift for any soon-to-be college grads & newer-to-the-workforce folks on your list, or anyone who’s struggling with their professional satisfaction. (I can even do a signed copy if you’d like; just hit me up.)
Having a toddler means I need to be the source of all kiddo gift ideas AND because we live far from family I end up running a small logistics center & wrapping enterprise on top of all the other holiday obligations. Can’t wait until I can stop being the middlewitch!!
Hi Witches! And thank you, Claire, for inviting us to share our books. Mine is PARENT HACKS: 134 Genius Shortcuts for Life With Kids -- a fun, illustrated, gift book full of smart hacks based on my OG community blog. It’s fits nicely in a stocking, looks cute when wrapped, and is great for parents of babies and littles. Two things to note: the fab illustrator, Craighton Berman, is a dad from Chicago. The second is that the helpful community here at EW brings back the community feel of my original blog. That community saved me as a parent! And friends I made then are still friends today. (The story (abridged) is in the book intro.) Here’s my Amazon link for info, but of course buy where you prefer: http://bit.ly/PHBookAtAmazon
I can attest that Asha's book is EXCELLENT. I laughed my way through it and it truly does have genius hacks!
Thank you, Sri! Much appreciated.
A self-plug! If you automatically respond to "brr, it's cold in here" with "there must be some Clovers in the atmosphere," know that whoever drops the Spirit Stick goes to Hades, or have otherwise had your life touched by the cinematic masterpiece that is Bring It On, have I got the book (that I wrote) for you.
"Bring It On: The Complete Story of the Cheerleading Movie That Changed, Like, Everything (No, Seriously)" not only has a very long title, but also interviews with basically everyone involved in making the movie, fans, critics, and more, about how the little cheerleading movie that alllllmost didn't get made had an outsize and lasting cultural impact. It also has a very fun scrapbooky section of archival photos, a sketch of a cheerleader as the Vitruvian Man, and more delights for readers. I like it, and I think you would too. (And, as a bonus, it came out one year ago today. Happy birthday, book baby!)
You can find it on Bookshop here, or wherever you like getting your booky books: https://bookshop.org/p/books/bring-it-on-the-complete-story-of-the-cheerleading-movie-that-changed-like-everything-no-seriously-kase-wickman/18277443
that is awesome!
And Bring It On was fun to show my boys a few months ago.
Stop Waiting for Perfect is a mantra I really need to embrace but can’t freaking seem to do in order to start a biz that appears to be my calling (or begin much else for that matter). I’d love to check out this book.
Tara Mohr's book Playing Big changed my entire perspective on ambition as a woman. It's SO SO SO SO good. Especially if you're self-critical or are plagued with self-doubt (ahem).
yes, yes, yes!!! I am all in on Tara Mohr and Playing Big. I've given away DOZENS of her books. I have 3 copies on my shelf right now, waiting for the next woman who expresses even a shade of doubt that she can do that thing nagging at the back of her mind. I like her courses too.
That’s such a brilliant, generous gesture! I think I’ll do the same. Thank you for a wonderful idea!
I'd like to plug longtime colleague and friend Stacey Vanek Smith's book Machiavelli For Women: Defend Your Worth, Grow Your Ambition and Win the Workplace. https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Machiavelli-for-Women/Stacey-Vanek-Smith/9781982121754
Stacey is a longtime public radio person (Marketplace, Planet Money, The Indicator) and overall badass mensch, and this book has minute to minute guides on how important negotiating is, how to do it, how not to do it, and times she succeeded in her negotiations and times she failed. Some of it is "this worked!" and some of it is "do as I say, not as I did." The framework is Machiavelli's The Prince, which she explains--you don't have to have heard of, read, like or even approve of his book to enjoy her book. I have recommended it to everyone (specially young women starting out) I know of any gender/binary who is facing *any kind *of a negotiation convo--like "go download and read x chapter right now before your meeting." Seriously, this will help you earn more money possibly for the rest of your life, and overall about how to advocate for yourself without tearing anyone else down.
It's so funny and specific to see a public radio person's name written out when you've only heard it spoken for decades. That sounds like a really useful book.
I put "this is so awkward" on hold at my library!
Me too! It comes as an audiobook also. I wished Chicago Public/Libby had an audio version of Stop Waiting for Perfect--can't wait to get my hands on that.
Teena, Fairfax County PL lets non residents get a library card for $27/year. I've a non resident card on my Libby for years and get tons of books from them when my local city and county libraries doesn't have it. A few years ago I did a mid-to-deep dive on libraries that offer this vs. price vs. number of titles. Fairfax came out on top then, but as always, your mileage may vary. https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/library/non-resident-library-card-application
Ooh, the baby and I are going to try and make it to the bookstore. She will be 1 by then so hopefully she can join the jr. coven.
I wanna meet that baby (and you!)
I listen to The Puberty podcast and find their advice easy to digest and implement. I’d love to get my hands on their book!!
I would love love love never enough!!
Dana! Someone else claimed it but email me if you want a li'l something just for playing.
If "This is So Awkward" is still up, I'd love a copy (as both a mom to 2 tweens and as a professional sex therapist!)
Kate, somebody claimed it already but if you are interested in a very tiny consolation prize for chiming in, email me at ew.clairezulkey@gmail.com I know the issue went out earlier this morning than usual!
I would be really interested in “Love in the time of Incarceration”, if it’s still available. I can’t see anyone asking, but I might have missed it… if so, sorry.
Hi Lorraine! I am happy to share my copy when I'm done (soon!). email me your address at ew.clairezulkey@gmail.com
Thanks, Claire! I've emailed you.
I play with preschoolers for a living. The Positive Discipline series are a good place to start but I’ve learned about so many more resources from the comments and Claire.
Eeek, thanks so much for including me and SWFP!! Also very much looking forward to the day when my parents can text Violet directly!