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Mar 11Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

"But I have worked hard, and continue to work hard, to make choices that align with this kind of life, a very good ordinary every day."

Yes. That's my bucket list, right there.

This is such a great series.

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My bucket list, as well!! I am so glad you’re enjoying the series, John. 🌸

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The sublime is mundane’s BFF

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I love this idea.

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Thanks, John!

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Mar 11Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

I loved the last comment ! I too am a homebody and catch alot of grief from my friends ( " why don't you want to travel ? Why don't you ....?). Molly captured exactly how I feel in this regard. I'm newly retired and just want to live in my everyday life.

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Oooh, that's lovely! I completely understand!

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The highlight for me of this interview was the praise and gratitude Molly gave to her mother for moving to be nearby. Grandparents being close by can be a great boon to all three generations.

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Hear hear!

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I agree! 🌸

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So delighted to see one of my favorite authors alongside my favorite author/interviewer! Molly, my copy of A Homemade Life is dog-eared as hell, covered in stains, with tons of loose pages trying to escape. Jimmy’s Big Pink Cookies have been a staple in our house for well over a decade of celebrations, right alongside the no-excuses-required average day. I’m halfway through The Fixed Stars and am loving getting to know you more through it. Thanks for all of it, Molly. ❤️

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❤️

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Such a great quote about women living in patriarchal societies 👏

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Solidarity, Rachel 👊

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Yes! I love that!

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This was a lovely read from start to finish! As a 72 yr old grandma who left NY and moved to Portland, OR to be near my son and grandsons, I was teary eyed reading about your wonderful Mom. My days with my family are the best very good ordinary loving days I could ever have dreamed of! 🥰🥰. Generosity sure does lead to abundance!

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I love that, Maureen! I can understand why Molly's words resonated with you! ❤️

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So much generosity in these gorgeous words. Taking a long hard look at my days x

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I agree. And me, too!

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Mar 11Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

interview perfection! as a longtime reader (and fan) of Molly's, I couldn't open this email fast enough

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Oh, I’m so glad! 🌸

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Mar 11Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

What a treat to read on a Monday morning. I love Molly!

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Thank you, Jessica!

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Mar 12Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

I watched the horse video 3 times… SO GOOD! All of it. Thank you!

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I LOVE the horse video!! I've watched it a bunch, as well! So glad you enjoyed the interview, Zoe!

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I love that quote "A very good ordinary every day."

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Me, too!

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Mar 12Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Really enjoyed this interview. I couldn't agree more with "a very good ordinary every day."

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Yes!

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Mar 12Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

O goodness, the part about your mom made me weepy. So beautiful. I love this interview and could feel the wind on your bike with the wadded up sweatshirt. What a great description 🚲 📚✨ Thanks for sharing, Molly and Jane! 💓

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I'm so glad you enjoyed it! ❤️

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Mar 11Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

a very good ordinary every day- I didn't know that was my goal until I saw this written down. YES. This is exactly the life I strive for every day. Thank you so much Molly!

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Same! And so glad you enjoyed!

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Mar 11Liked by Jane Ratcliffe

Oh this horse loves you so much!!

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Empowering

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Glad you enjoyed it! I agree!

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