Friday, October 18, 2024

What Surprised Me Most About Quitting Drinking

I really worried about it.
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Oct. 18, 2024
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What Surprised Me Most About Quitting Drinking

"The weekend my husband and I stopped drinking was a surprise to us both," writes Bryn Lansdowne. "I was taking my first solo mom weekend away from my 2-year-old son, staying at a beautiful seaside hotel. I went there with no intention of changing my behavior whatsoever. In fact, I packed a couple bottles of red wine for the occasion. My vision was to spend three days wrapped in a Pendleton blanket by the fire pit, responsible for nothing but my Kindle and a big glass of red wine."

Well, she read something that made her decide to quit, called her husband, and learned he was ready to quit, too. They just had one big concern — but how it actually played out surprised them both.

— Kelly Faircloth, Executive Editor

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We Just Found Your New Fave Romance Movie

Cue all the emotions.
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Oct. 18, 2024
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A24's 'We Live In Time' Will Have You Laughing, Crying, & Everything In Between

Sometimes, you just need to get in your feels— and no, not just because your toddler threw up on your brand new fall boots. (Been there.) There's nothing like an epic romance movie to transport you somewhere truly magical. Whether you're planning your next night out with your partner or BFF, look no further than A24's We Live In Time, now playing in theaters everywhere, for the ultimate escape.

Not only does it star the utterly gorgeous Andrew Garfield and Florence Pugh, but the on-screen chemistry between our two faves is positively off the charts. Told in a non-linear arc by director John Crowley, this dramatic love story takes us through their initial spark, will-they-won't-they tension, the complications of parenthood, and all the ups and downs that life throws their way. The final message? Celebrate every moment, because you never know what might happen tomorrow.

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To All The Moms Who Fill Their Own Stockings

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