Kate's feeling very "same sh*t, different day," while Doree was inspired to clean last night and is feeling a tad melancholy about her birthday (tomorrow!). A listener calls in to share a big sigh, and another listener has a great suggestion for how to have a movie night where you're not scrolling for 45 minutes trying to find something to watch.

The word of the day is: REFRESH. The activity of the day is: BAKE SOMETHING.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• https://crooked.com/podcast-series/wind-of-change/
• https://www.theguardian.com/world/video/2020/may/14/herd-of-goats-runs-rampant-through-streets-of-san-jose-video
• https://www.mollyjwilk.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/mollyjwilk/
• https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/phac-aspc/documents/services/diseases-maladies/pregnancy-advise-mothers/pregnancy-advise-mothers-eng.pdf

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Apologies for the expletives, but we are not feeling particularly cheerful today. Kate's really struggling with her mental health and wondering when she will finally cry, while Doree is feeling pessimistic about reopening before the end of the year. But listeners have some great activity ideas, and we also give advice to a listener who is struggling with a foster kitten.

The word of the day is: F*CK THIS SH*T. The activity of the day is: WATCH VIDEOS OF ZEN GARDENS.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.elfster.com/
• https://arcticfoxhaircolor.com/
• Zen gardens: https://www.instagram.com/yukikawae/

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Kate's feeling invigorated from her better night's sleep and a trip to Target, while Doree had a rather interesting trip to the doctor with Henry. We learn some upstate New York geography, and listeners write in about their daycare experiences.

The word of the day is: GLEE. The activity of the day is: TAKE A K-BEAUTY OR SWEDISH PASTRIES CLASS.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.sallyhansen.com/en-us/nail-color/nail-color/insta-dri
• https://www.target.com/p/olly-extra-strength-sleep-gummy-supplement-50ct/-/A-78296943
• https://www.tsfjazz.com/
• https://www.airbnb.com/s/experiences/online
• K-Beauty: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/965112
• Swedish pastries: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1654794

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Kate still isn't sleeping, and Doree's thinking about an article she read about quarantine fatigue. A listener writes in to share some good news, and another listener leads us to wonder whether the boomers are onto something with their news consumption habits.

The word of the day is: TIRED. The activity of the day is: DO A SOUND BATH.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/05/quarantine-fatigue-real-and-shaming-people-wont-help/611482/
• Sound bath: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5LhAFvK9VY
• https://www.allure.com/story/sound-bath-meditation-benefits

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Kate had a weekend of ups and downs, while Doree is wondering when it will be okay to see other people who have been isolating. A listener writes in to suggest talking to your plants, and another listener has some ideas about limiting news consumption.

The activity of the day is: WATCH AN ANIMAL CAM.

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Mentioned in this episode: ANIMAL CAMS!

• https://explore.org/livecams/sanctuaries/senior-dog-gathering-room
• https://www.explore.org/livecams/currently-live/kentucky-equine-horses
• https://koala.net/webcams
• https://explore.org/livecams/grace-gorillas/gorilla-forest-corridor
• https://explore.org/livecams/bald-eagles/channel-islands-national-park-sauces-bald-eagle
• https://explore.org/livecams/currently-live/tembe-elephant-park
• https://explore.org/livecams/three-bears/wolong-grove-panda-yard
• https://explore.org/livecams/brown-bears/brown-bear-salmon-cam-brooks-falls
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N609loYkFJo
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tC-J27EF800&feature=youtu.be
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPdKmQyh6W8&feature=emb_logo
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlpB7KhZrA0&feature=emb_logo
• https://explore.org/livecams/warrior-canine-connection/service-puppy-cam
• https://explore.org/livecams/kitten-rescue/kitten-rescue-cam

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Today we're joined by Forever35 Midwest Correspondent, podcaster, author, non-profit founder, and all-around great human Nora McInerny, who tells us about getting ready to move across the country in a pandemic and reveals that her husband does most of the emotional labor in their house. We also get tips on how to host a baby shower (or any event!) on Zoom, and hear about the sweetest possible pandemic wedding. We cried!

The word of the day is: FRIENDSHIP. The activity of the day is: DO A GUIDED MEDITATION WITH SLEEPY SHEEP.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Freedom.to
• Pretty Things by Janelle Brown: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780525479123&aff=forever35pod
• Coffee shop sounds on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaGrHUekGrc
• https://minimalistbaker.com/10-easy-dinner-recipes-30-minutes-or-less-1-pot/
• https://www.instagram.com/lifeisbutadish/
• https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/make-ahead-lentil-salad 
• https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1015393-veggie-balls
• PDFs of 22 (!) recipes: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AgHxpVwmcBcEgi0cBZSj0oDw21Lf?e=Lsfy6t
• Guided meditation with sleepy sheep: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1321334?source=p2

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Kate has found her happy place, and it's making bracelets while listening to the Grateful Dead. Meanwhile, Doree has become perhaps TOO invested in her paint by numbers kit. A listener writes in to ask for tips for a virtual baby shower, and another listener wonders how to deal with body issues right now. Also, it's National Nurses Week!

The word of the day is: COMMUNITY. The activity of the day is: THANK A NURSE.

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Kate's feeling run down and overwhelmed by sibling fights, while Doree has found her perfect pandemic evening. A listener writes in to celebrate her accomplishments at work, and we also get suggestions for how to support local arts organizations.

The word of the day is: COPE. The activity of the day is: CHECK OUT JAMIE BECK'S ISOLATION CREATIONS.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/16/podcasts/rabbit-hole-internet-youtube-virus.html
• https://www.bethereinfive.com/podcast
• https://www.paintthetownbynumbers.com/
• https://apps.apple.com/us/app/plantsnap-plant-identification/id1451054346
• https://www.instagram.com/jamiebeck.co/

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Kate is sleeping a little better and writing thank-you notes to her mail carriers, while Doree has a huge revelation about personal cleanliness. Listeners have more art suggestions, and another listener writes in to ask for advice about her neighbors.

The word of the day is: GRATEFUL. The activity of the day is: SAY THANK YOU.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• https://www.twitter.com/hughweber/status/1256731703583916034
• https://www.letsmakeart.com/
• https://www.katelewisart.com/coloring-pages-sign-up
• https://dodobanana.com/blogs/the-pajama-party/download-these-dodo-banana-coloring-pages-for-your-littles-to-enjoy
• https://www.instagram.com/nicolesachslcsw/

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Kate's already obsessed with her blow-up pool, while Doree is finding her new paint-by-numbers kit very relaxing. A listener writes in to ask for advice about a reunion Zoom, and another listener wants to recognize the hard work of lab techs.

The word of the day is: CELEBRATE. The activity of the day is: CHECK IN WITH YOURSELF.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Intex Inflatable Pool: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Intex-10ft-x-30in-Easy-Set-Inflatable-Round-Plastic-Family-Swimming-Pool-Pump/427510917
• Paint the Town By Numbers: https://www.paintthetownbynumbers.com/

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