The clocks have fallen back, and that to me is the surest sign that the season of comfort and joy is upon us. With shorter days, colder temps, and longer nights, it is this time of year that I actively draw on my toolbox of small joys. Since I can also not ignore the elephant in the room that is 2020, it occurs to me that these actions I've employed for years are more valuable than ever, and frankly need to be put into motion earlier. @whatshesaidtalk Ready to get on with the show. In 2020 …
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