Friday Joy

A brief essay about something fun, because joy keeps us grounded, connected, and excited about doing this work, plus recommendations for books, TV shows, recipes, articles & other things I'm into each week. A perk for paid subscribers!

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The Place Where I Belong

Going back is bittersweet. Also: the right way to eat a mango!

Jul 16 •

Anjali Prasertong

Friday Joy: Knowing When to Quit

Plus: all the summer recommendations, including a magic(?) swimsuit.

Jun 23 •

Anjali Prasertong

Friday Links: Blame the Denver Nuggets

A sublime beach read, how MSG is made & the unseen side of crowdfunding.

Jun 16 •

Anjali Prasertong

Friday Joy: This Parenting Thing

I am very good at my job. Also: an actually-cute air purifier & what gentrification smells like.

Jun 9 •

Anjali Prasertong

Friday Joy: Why Denver?

Also: a fancy box wine & radical organizing inspiration from mushrooms.

Jun 2 •

Anjali Prasertong

Friday Joy: Not Reaching for the Stars

My husband is asking why I'm writing about Patrick Stump.

May 26 •

Anjali Prasertong

"Is It Ever OK for a White Man to Open a Ramen Restaurant?"

And what to say if that white man is your friend.

May 19 •

Anjali Prasertong

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