Hi Friends-
Lately, my nights look less like checking things off a list and more like chatting with Ryan over a cup of tea. Not the routine I had in mind, but that quiet connection feels more important. My sleep score has been better than ever (maybe it’s all the tea?) — or maybe it’s just slowing down and being more intentional. Either way, my nervous system seems to be saying thank you.
I recently read a substack post about this idea of an Analog Fall — it brings me back to childhood and, more importantly, off my phone. The author mentions watching movies instead of shows, which struck me — movies definitely feel less common these days.
Here are a few movie recommendations for the season:
The Crow, The Lost Boys, and The Goonies — a little nostalgia I can handle.
Speaking of analog, my son recently started carrying around a little notebook to journal, which I think is just the sweetest thing. I might join him. I’d love for that to become our little ritual. I’m even thinking about putting together an “Analog Fall” bag for our outings — a real-life camera, a notebook, pens, and a deck of playing cards.
Here’s to slowing down, writing things by hand, and making space for the small things that make us feel grounded again.
-Dani
READING AND WATCHING
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The substack that inspired this idea in me of an Analog Fall, finding the balance in your life of how much media you consume and how to infuse more analog into your life. Reading, writing, getting lunch with a friend, or writing letters to your friends.
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A few other movies that are good for this spooky season
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Practical Magic
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The Witches
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Monster Squad
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The Craft
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RECIPES I’M MAKING
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The yummiest pumpkin coffee cake to whip up and share with your friends (or maybe just for yourself)
COMMUNITY EVENTS
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Nightmare at 1520 on October 31st
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Blue Spruce Chocolate does chocolate making workshops every Sunday at 2 pm! Just email him to register! (bluesprucechocolates@gmail.com)
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Downtown Evergreen’s Halloween Walk on October 31st from 4-6 pm
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CO 74 is having a pop-up at Amano Coffee and Plants on November 9th! If you’re curious, come and check it out!
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Piney Wine is hosting a Thanksgiving pairing class on November 19th from
6-7:30 pm! Spots are limited, so snag a ticket while you can
OLD PINE THINGS TO NOTE
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Winter Fir is back in stock!
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The “Build your own trio” gift set is perfect for the upcoming holiday season!
Look forward to connecting with more of you! xx
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