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August 2, 2025
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Jen’s Weekend Drafts: The Impressions We Leave.

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This week's drafts: thoughts on the impressions we make on people, a sign you're a 41-year-old-woman, and a teaser for a special collab with Riley Sheehey coming this fall!

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What I Loved Wearing This Week: Aug. 1, 2025.

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Surprise Is Our Original Factory Setting.

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My Summer Fitness Essentials.

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Lightweight Summer Skirts.

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July 30, 2025
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The Magpie Back to School Edit.

Children's Finds
July 30, 2025
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The Receptivity Index.

Musings + Essays
July 29, 2025
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My Favorite Luxury Body Lotions.

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The Softest Kinds of Love.

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July 28, 2025
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Peak-Summer Linen Favorites

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Signs You’re Becoming an Expert in Yourself —

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July 27, 2025
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The Magpie Diary: July 27, 2025.

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July 26, 2025
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Jen’s Weekend Drafts: A Healing Walk Habit.

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