Ep 47: Metaphorically Speaking

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 [email protected] 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more 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 [email protected] 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more 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: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more 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 [email protected] 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more 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 [email protected] 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more 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 [email protected] 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more 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 [email protected] 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more 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 [email protected] 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more 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 [email protected] 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/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.