Happy Friday! Welcome to the first Click. Read. Love. of 2024. The start of this year felt pretty uneventful (and not in a bad way). We had many house guests over the holidays, and then spent the following weeks hibernating. There were a lot of illnesses circulating through our family in December, so we all needed a chance to reset, and sleep. I’ve noticed not being on social media during these times also makes it more enjoyable. I don’t feel pressure to share anything and I don’t feel bad about doing nothing. It’s really nice.
On that note, I’ll be turning on paid subscriptions for my Substack at the end of this month. I’ll be sure to let you know beforehand. Here’s the best of the week!
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Read. Watch. Listen.
Nine ways to improve your relationships in 2024. (NYTimes)
Haven’t tried most on this list, 15 of the best tomato sauces, that Monte’s variety pack is calling my name. (Food and Wine)
The things oldest siblings talk about in therapy. (Buzzfeed)
It sort of makes sense that people without kids should maybe not have parenting opinions? Yet it doesn't seem to stop them. (Glamour)
I always enjoy seeing what beauty products experts are impressed with. (Harper's Bazaar) -Caylin
This new Calvin Klein ad with Jeremy Allen White dropped today. That is all.
Guess I’m not the only one who really irked people when I gave my kid a hyphenated last name. (The Atlantic) -Jess
In love with this new take on resolutions from Shira Gill.
How to be happy growing older (gift link). (The Atlantic)
Maybe not all that surprising, but certain foods can improve your mood. (Time)
Nodding in agreement to all of these reasons from Emma Gannon on why she left Instagram. (The Hyphen)
How does politics affecting dating for those under 30? (The New York Times)
Nobody knows what’s happening online anymore. (The Atlantic)
After what feels like months of illness in my house, this article about the cough that never ends felt very validating. (NYMag) -Caylin
The secret to enjoying a hobby. (Refinery29)
When did being poly get so popular? (The New Yorker)
I’ve been hearing wonderful things about Poor Things, have you seen it yet? I’d love to know what you think. -Caylin
Why we should all lower our expectations around money in the new year. (Vox)
Historic firsts for women on color in politics. (The 19th)
Shop.
First things first, ICYMI, read about my year of buying nothing new here. Occasionally I’ll still share things in CRL if they feel relevant. I’ll be sharing updates on my year of buying nothing new on Substack.
This Baggu bag (in black) was one of my favorite Christmas gifts. It fits just the right amount, is super comfortable, versatile, sturdy and stylish. It’s basically my everyday bag now.
Another favorite holiday gift, this mandoline could not be easier to use and it’s small so doesn’t take up a ton of space in your kitchen.