People Who Play
Fun doesn't find you in adulthood. But you can find it. Weekly essays, observations and a podcast for adults who refuse to be boring.
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- Sep 30, 2026
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- Aug 19, 2026
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My 40s made me sell 80% of my wardrobe and buy my first designer pieces (opens the original)
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ONE THOUSAND ECCENTRIC DAYS OF RUNNING (opens the original)
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There’s more to whimsy than sticking gems on everything (opens the original)
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CAN I HAVE A CRYPT? (opens the original)
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Emma was sent to HomeSense for cushions - how badly did it go?Why are supermarket membership prices SO passive-aggressive?Does design actually affect how we feel and why is the kawaii wave making sen… Read more
Growing Old Face-Fully (opens the original)
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