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#68: The Best Birthday Gift

Plus, a big ole discount on annual subscriptions!

Haley Weaver

Jun 24

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Today I am 31!

In a lot of ways, this age feels like a non-event.

30 to 31: I know, I know, I’m tough to follow.

And when I think about what I want for this year, a lot bleeds over from my hopes for thirty.

coziness, connection, creativity, movement

But this year, I want to practice a little… selfishness. Or rather, the ability to ask for what I want without shame or insecurity.

This is not something that comes naturally to me.

But that’s exactly why it’s a good goal.

So in the spirit of this new me, here are some things I want without apology.

If you’ve read my book, I ask that you leave a review. They help SO MUCH. (Especially on Amazon and Goodreads. I know. But also Storygraph! Or wherever you like to buy your books!).

And if you *haven’t* read it yet, that would be awesome too lol

If you read this newsletter, I ask that you heart the editions you enjoy (it lets me know what is resonating and helps other readers find my work — classic algorithm!).

At the bottom of each newsletter — a small action that truly makes my DAY <3

If you look forward to seeing more of my work, supporting it is the most incredible and meaningful gift. Truly.

With that said, I’m offering 25% off annual subscriptions (aka $37.50 for a whole year rather than $50!). This offer is available through July 1st, 2024:

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I’m also asking myself for something: to consider what I really want for my life rather than what I feel like I should want for it.

I struggle with deciding what to make for dinner on any given night, so this is especially tough for me.

And finally, I hope to remember that growing older is the ultimate gift.

Here’s to 31. Thank you for reading (today and always).

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