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Hobonichi <3

Hobonichi hag here! I've been loyal to the Hobonichi Techo Original (Japanese, Sunday Start) since 2019. Jacqueline, how do you use your Hobinichi (tape mementos in? write to-dos? memorykeeping? scheduling? journaling?), and do you have Hobonichi visions for 2025?

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LA Hotel Recs

I know this may be redundant as you both live there but do you do have any favourite LA hotels? On your recommendation I recently stayed at the Ludlow in New York and of course it was perfect. Would love to find somewhere equally delightful in LA! x

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Best value

My mother, sister and I all religiously use our $11 silicon one-piece hair massagers - thank you. We of course enjoy the product - spa-at-home vibes - but the value! Sometimes that means more than anything, and that inspired this question: what is a product you love that is the best value or bang for your buck?

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Two questions

What is a broad concept that has played a bigger role in your life than you expected it to? And I am a boy HAG who drives people to the airport from upstate ny and I need the best travel suggestions (mists etc) for my car/on the go. Thank you

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Q for Jacqueline: Cat Food Recs

Hi!!! Are you loyal to any specific cat food brands? I’m switching to Smalls, the cat food subscription, and saw you’re following them! If you tried them in the past, I’d love to know your experience! Xoxo, A Cat Lady Hag<3

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Q for Jacqueline: Cat Food Recs

Hi!!! Are you loyal to any specific cat food brands? I’m switching to Smalls, the cat food subscription, and saw you’re following them! If you tried them in the past, I’d love to know your experience! Xoxo, A Cat Lady Hag

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Astrology, anyone???

Hey Jacqueline & Kate, I’ve noticed you haven’t talked much about astrology/birthcharts. I know you’re a Virgo and Cancer, but I’m curious! Do you follow astrology? If so, what are your birth cart placements? Do you find them to be accurate to you? If you don’t follow astrology, are you a nonbeliever or just uninterested? Proud Poogian, Deb (@abracadeborahhhh)

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A day of judgment for Sweetgreen

I heard you briefly bash Sweetgreen once, but it was only in passing. I would love to hear you really deconstruct your grievances with the chain. I have eaten some decent food from there, but there are also downsides. Would love to hear you both go in!

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Not a question, but a recipe

Apple cider (or other relatively un-messed with fruit juice), plain sparkling water, and a splash of ACV, and BOOM you have instant homemade kombucha!!!