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Allison Lau's avatar

Fantastic reads; thank you for sharing. Sleep is a big topic in our house right now. I’m sure I heard the thoughtless thoughts concept at some point, but it definitely fell out of my toolbox.

If you’re interested in reading, here’s a piece of mine that I’m fairly proud of.

https://open.substack.com/pub/allisonrlau/p/people-dont-know-how-you-feel-unless?r=27e9k7&utm_medium=ios

Alexis Mera Damen's avatar

You're welcome! Let me know how you get on with them. :)

I'll check out your piece. Thank you for sharing!

Lee Bacon's avatar

First of all...you have the same reading list as my wife. We've got at least 3 of those books on our shelves--all hers.

Also, we just watched The Family Stone a few days ago. I'd never heard of it. What a weird movie. It's like half-holiday romantic comedy and half-awkward character study. That scene in the middle when SJP gets homophobic and the parents yell at her...I was squirming with discomfort. And then five minutes later, they're chasing each other around the kitchen like a slapstick comedy. The tone was all...over...the...place. I'm not sure if I liked it, but I'm glad I watched it.

Alexis Mera Damen's avatar

Is your wife on Substack?? Haha.

I see what you mean about The Family Stone. Never really thought about it that way. I just chalked it up to family chaos/dynamics. I just love Diane Keaton. So I’m ok with it! 😊

Lee Bacon's avatar

My wife is decidedly not on substack.

Živilė Ma's avatar

Talking about sleep. For the past two weeks, I was proud that I’m getting more than enough sleep, earning 👑 on my Oura app, and then tonight I woke up at 4 a.m. for no reason and just couldn’t fall back asleep 🤷‍♀️ 😄

Alexis Mera Damen's avatar

Ugh I hate when that happens! For me it tends to be hormone related and my sleep suffers for a few nights leading up to my period. Better luck tonight my dear!! ❤️

Živilė Ma's avatar

Thanks ❤️ let’s hope so 😴

Marie-Elizabeth Mali's avatar

Omg thank you for the shoutout, what a lovely surprise. Hope you have a joyful holiday season!

Alexis Mera Damen's avatar

You're welcome! And thanks... you too!