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We both get a little sad about the end of this show! It's been a tumultuous 10 weeks, but we are so glad that we were able to be here for you, and that you were here for us. And don't forget, Here For You is ending, but we'll still be here for you on Forever35! Join us over there on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for more of the same thoughts, advice, and laughs.On this final episode, we get some more game and activity suggestions, and a listener tells us about her very small backyard wedding that was surprisingly poignant. The word of the day is: CHECK IN. The activity of the day is: CHECK IN WITH SOMEONE YOU CARE ABOUT.We're still taking your calls and emails on Forever35! Call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at forever35podcast@gmail.com.Mentioned in this episode:Neko AtsumeViridiMiniMetroNo Bummer Summer: http://nobummersummer.clubThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month, visit https://www.betterhelp.com/hereforyou. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's found the source of her ant problem, while Doree's feeling annoyed by everything and everyone. (Except Kate. Never Kate.) We get an update from the listener who was having pandemic "baby fever," and also learn about a real horse named Skip.The word of the day is: SKIP. The activity of the day is: WATCH TAIKA WAITITI READ JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH.Mentioned in this episode:How to Shit in the WoodsJames and the Giant Peach with Taika and Friends: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29LDBdpNMRcThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month by visiting https://www.betterhelp.com/hereforyou. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's living her best whirlpool life, and we're both happy to be able to take bike rides. A listener calls in asking for recommendations for phone games, and another listener is psychic because she wrote us with some great phone game recs. Plus, we discuss email signoffs.The word of the day is: SUMMER. The activity of the day is: HAVE A FANCY DAY.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:Egg Inc.Two DotsHidden FolksVangie Vale and the Murdered Macaron (The Matchmaker Mysteries Book 1) by R.L. SymeThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. To save 10% off your first month, visit https://www.betterhelp.com/hereforyou. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's feeling good about her new work arrangement, while Doree is feeling glum about her messy house. Listeners want advice about how to handle feeling like life is on hold during Covid.The activity of the day is: See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate went for a ride on her new bike with her family, while Doree and her husband got takeout and have a new Saturday night quar tradition. A listener wonders what to do about some family heirlooms, and you all just want us to keep talking about poop, don't you!?The activity of the day is: WATCH SARAH RAMOS'S QUARANTSCENES ON HER IGTV.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/05/23/861325631/from-camping-to-dining-out-heres-how-experts-rate-the-risks-of-14-summer-activithttps://www.target.com/p/wading-kiddie-pool-blue-sun-squad-8482/-/A-77334694https://www.instagram.com/saraheramos/channel/This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month by visiting https://www.betterhelp.com/hereforyou. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's feeling wistful about her kids' last day of school, while Doree is feeling wistful about not being able to celebrate her mom's birthday in person. We also get a pretty excellent voicemail from the mom of a previous caller, and we've officially closed the lid on poop.The word of the day is: VULNERABLE. The activity of the day is: READ (SOMETHING FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES' SUMMER READING LIST)Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/books/summer-reading.htmlWag Bag: https://www.nrs.com/product/2737/cleanwaste-wag-bagsPortable toilet: https://www.rei.com/c/camp-toiletsThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month, visit https://www.betterhelp.com/hereforyou. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's kids' camp was officially canceled and she's planning a very '80s summer for them, while Doree is wondering what everyone's WFH setups are (and she can't believe she finally found short-grain rice). A listener has a sweet idea for snail mail to friends, and a bunch of you weighed in on bathroom options on the road.The word of the day is: REFLECT. The activity of the day is: WRITE DOWN YOUR FEELINGS.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:Magic Trackpad: https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MJ2R2LL/A/magic-trackpad-2-silverPurple Double Seat Cushion: https://purple.com/seat-cushions/office-chairKeyboard stand: https://amzn.to/3cR92JMDisposable Potty Liners: https://amzn.to/3e2auJFTravel John: https://amzn.to/3bMECHhGo Girl: https://amzn.to/3dYqMDgSHEWEE: https://amzn.to/2WQfefHThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month when you visit https://www.betterhelp.com/hereforyou. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's feeling better than she has in awhile and has a foolproof roast chicken recipe to share, while Doree has gone all-in on quarantine baking. A listener asks Kate for some romance recs, and Kate delivers. Plus, we get into a heated discussion of the best way to poop on the road in COVID times.The word of the day is: LOVE. The activity of the day is: WATCH A ROM-COM OR READ A ROMANCE NOVEL.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:Mark Bittman's Simplest Roast Chicken: https://www.markbittman.com/recipes-1/simplest-roast-chicken-8-waysBaking class: https://www.mollyjwilk.comRed, White, and Royal BlueThe Royal WeThe Wedding DateThe Hating Game99% MineGet A Life, Chloe BrownThe UnhoneymoonersSomewhere Only We KnowStephanie Perkins' YA booksJenny Han’s books (and movies on Netflix)Jennifer E Smith’s YA books. Keira Knightley Pride & Prejudice movie About Time and Set It Up on NetflixKate's favorite Twilight fanfic: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/7015642/1/There-is-a-LightThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month when you visit https://www.betterhelp.com/hereforyou. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate took her kids to see their neighbors' "COVID Zoo," while Doree's mind is blown by the new edition of Emily Oster's newsletter. We hear from an almost 70-year-old listener in Kansas whose family is pressuring her to break quarantine, and another listener weighs in with some suggestions for how to deal with a recalcitrant cat.The word of the day is: EXPLORE. The activity of the day is: WATCH THE LAST EPISODE OF JOHN KRASINSKI'S SOME GOOD NEWS.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:https://emilyoster.substack.com/p/grandparents-and-day-carehttps://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2020/05/17/coronavirus-reopening-shopping-mall-georgia/Some Good News: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXdKrtmexWUThis episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Get 10% off your first month by visiting https://www.betterhelp.com/hereforyou. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's desperate for some alone time, while Doree celebrated her birthday by eating pancakes and buying plants. A listener writes in to gently suggest taking some time off from the podcast, which inspires us to share our thoughts about Here For You's future.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:Elaine Welteroth's wedding video: https://www.instagram.com/p/CAQjHhXg-25/This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month by visiting https://www.betterhelp.com/hereforyou/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's feeling very "same sh*t, different day," while Doree was inspired to clean last night and is feeling a tad melancholy about her birthday (tomorrow!). A listener calls in to share a big sigh, and another listener has a great suggestion for how to have a movie night where you're not scrolling for 45 minutes trying to find something to watch.The word of the day is: REFRESH. The activity of the day is: BAKE SOMETHING.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:https://crooked.com/podcast-series/wind-of-change/https://www.theguardian.com/world/video/2020/may/14/herd-of-goats-runs-rampant-through-streets-of-san-jose-videohttps://www.mollyjwilk.com/https://www.instagram.com/mollyjwilk/https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/phac-aspc/documents/services/diseases-maladies/pregnancy-advise-mothers/pregnancy-advise-mothers-eng.pdf See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Apologies for the expletives, but we are not feeling particularly cheerful today. Kate's really struggling with her mental health and wondering when she will finally cry, while Doree is feeling pessimistic about reopening before the end of the year. But listeners have some great activity ideas, and we also give advice to a listener who is struggling with a foster kitten.The word of the day is: F*CK THIS SH*T. The activity of the day is: WATCH VIDEOS OF ZEN GARDENS.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:https://www.elfster.com/https://arcticfoxhaircolor.com/Zen gardens: https://www.instagram.com/yukikawae/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's feeling invigorated from her better night's sleep and a trip to Target, while Doree had a rather interesting trip to the doctor with Henry. We learn some upstate New York geography, and listeners write in about their daycare experiences.The word of the day is: GLEE. The activity of the day is: TAKE A K-BEAUTY OR SWEDISH PASTRIES CLASS.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:https://www.sallyhansen.com/en-us/nail-color/nail-color/insta-drihttps://www.target.com/p/olly-extra-strength-sleep-gummy-supplement-50ct/-/A-78296943https://www.tsfjazz.com/https://www.airbnb.com/s/experiences/onlineK-Beauty: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/965112Swedish pastries: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1654794 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate still isn't sleeping, and Doree's thinking about an article she read about quarantine fatigue. A listener writes in to share some good news, and another listener leads us to wonder whether the boomers are onto something with their news consumption habits.The word of the day is: TIRED. The activity of the day is: DO A SOUND BATH.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/05/quarantine-fatigue-real-and-shaming-people-wont-help/611482/Sound bath: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5LhAFvK9VYhttps://www.allure.com/story/sound-bath-meditation-benefits See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate had a weekend of ups and downs, while Doree is wondering when it will be okay to see other people who have been isolating. A listener writes in to suggest talking to your plants, and another listener has some ideas about limiting news consumption.The activity of the day is: WATCH AN ANIMAL CAM.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode: ANIMAL CAMS!https://explore.org/livecams/sanctuaries/senior-dog-gathering-roomhttps://www.explore.org/livecams/currently-live/kentucky-equine-horseshttps://koala.net/webcamshttps://explore.org/livecams/grace-gorillas/gorilla-forest-corridorhttps://explore.org/livecams/bald-eagles/channel-islands-national-park-sauces-bald-eaglehttps://explore.org/livecams/currently-live/tembe-elephant-parkhttps://explore.org/livecams/three-bears/wolong-grove-panda-yardhttps://explore.org/livecams/brown-bears/brown-bear-salmon-cam-brooks-fallshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N609loYkFJohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tC-J27EF800&feature=youtu.behttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPdKmQyh6W8&feature=emb_logohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlpB7KhZrA0&feature=emb_logohttps://explore.org/livecams/warrior-canine-connection/service-puppy-camhttps://explore.org/livecams/kitten-rescue/kitten-rescue-cam See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we're joined by Forever35 Midwest Correspondent, podcaster, author, non-profit founder, and all-around great human Nora McInerny, who tells us about getting ready to move across the country in a pandemic and reveals that her husband does most of the emotional labor in their house. We also get tips on how to host a baby shower (or any event!) on Zoom, and hear about the sweetest possible pandemic wedding. We cried!The word of the day is: FRIENDSHIP. The activity of the day is: DO A GUIDED MEDITATION WITH SLEEPY SHEEP.Call us at 781-491-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:Freedom.toPretty Things by Janelle Brown: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780525479123&aff=forever35podCoffee shop sounds on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaGrHUekGrchttps://minimalistbaker.com/10-easy-dinner-recipes-30-minutes-or-less-1-pot/https://www.instagram.com/lifeisbutadish/https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/make-ahead-lentil-salad https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1015393-veggie-ballsPDFs of 22 (!) recipes: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AgHxpVwmcBcEgi0cBZSj0oDw21Lf?e=Lsfy6tGuided meditation with sleepy sheep: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1321334?source=p2 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate has found her happy place, and it's making bracelets while listening to the Grateful Dead. Meanwhile, Doree has become perhaps TOO invested in her paint by numbers kit. A listener writes in to ask for tips for a virtual baby shower, and another listener wonders how to deal with body issues right now. Also, it's National Nurses Week!The word of the day is: COMMUNITY. The activity of the day is: THANK A NURSE.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's feeling run down and overwhelmed by sibling fights, while Doree has found her perfect pandemic evening. A listener writes in to celebrate her accomplishments at work, and we also get suggestions for how to support local arts organizations.The word of the day is: COPE. The activity of the day is: CHECK OUT JAMIE BECK'S ISOLATION CREATIONS.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/16/podcasts/rabbit-hole-internet-youtube-virus.htmlhttps://www.bethereinfive.com/podcasthttps://www.paintthetownbynumbers.com/https://apps.apple.com/us/app/plantsnap-plant-identification/id1451054346https://www.instagram.com/jamiebeck.co/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate is sleeping a little better and writing thank-you notes to her mail carriers, while Doree has a huge revelation about personal cleanliness. Listeners have more art suggestions, and another listener writes in to ask for advice about her neighbors.The word of the day is: GRATEFUL. The activity of the day is: SAY THANK YOU.Call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:https://www.twitter.com/hughweber/status/1256731703583916034https://www.letsmakeart.com/https://www.katelewisart.com/coloring-pages-sign-uphttps://dodobanana.com/blogs/the-pajama-party/download-these-dodo-banana-coloring-pages-for-your-littles-to-enjoyhttps://www.instagram.com/nicolesachslcsw/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kate's already obsessed with her blow-up pool, while Doree is finding her new paint-by-numbers kit very relaxing. A listener writes in to ask for advice about a reunion Zoom, and another listener wants to recognize the hard work of lab techs.The word of the day is: CELEBRATE. The activity of the day is: CHECK IN WITH YOURSELF.Please call us at 781-591-0390 or email us at kateanddoree@gmail.com and let us know how you're doing.Mentioned in this episode:Intex Inflatable Pool: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Intex-10ft-x-30in-Easy-Set-Inflatable-Round-Plastic-Family-Swimming-Pool-Pump/427510917Paint the Town By Numbers: https://www.paintthetownbynumbers.com/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.