click. read. like. 4.6.23 | Jess Ann Kirby

Happy Saturday. It’s been a hectic workweek and I’ve had some pretty big changes. I’ll share more about that soon, but I’m still in the transition phase since trying to move my business off of Instagram. I felt very strongly that I could do it, and I had to make some tough decisions, but it also got me excited about what lies ahead. I’ve gone through so many transitions over the past few years, both personally and professionally, and I feel good about where I’m headed, but in between can be challenging.

At the same time, chatting with friends who are also solving problems in the business is very inspiring and uplifting. In some ways, it can be a lonely job, until you remember that there are always people who can be your mouthpiece, offer advice or just vent on industry frustrations.shout out Jess, Julia, Victoria, grace And others that I may have forgotten at this moment (sorry) have been those for me lately.

Going against common sense and doing what you know is right can be a scary and bumpy road, but many will tell you that it’s not good for business. I truly believe this change and transition is good for me in the long run, even if it makes life harder in the short term. Easier said than done, but I can safely say that I have no regrets prioritizing my values.

At this point, as always, thanks for being here.

Here are the best of the week…
–Jess (J) & Kaelin

click. read. like. 4.6.23

five things to sort out Make your home feel cleaner—even when you’re not in the mood to clean. (NPR)

Pact’s s is 11/10. Very comfortable, love the 26″ inseam (I got the desert rose).

“The main message is no Drinking is not good. Just drinking is not good.“(slate)

add some these books by grace Adding to my reading list for this summer. Pineapple Street might be next for me.

use code JAKMOM25 Enjoy 25% off. Some favorite gifts: , , and I also just got And they are very stylish.

sad stats, The Surprising Cost of Menopause For women in the workforce. (New York Times)

ProPublica’s coverage remains unbelievable, Revealing more of the immoral relationship between Clarence Thomas and Harlan Crowe.(No public)

Great news for science! FDA approves first RSV vaccine.(state)

For half a century, Geoffrey Hinton has cultivated the core technology of chatbots such as ChatGPT. Now he fears it could cause serious injury.(New York Times)

Proud to partner with Emily and many other volunteers to launch For Facts Sake’s first campaign. If gun reform and preventing gun violence are important to you, See how to get involved (It’s easy and won’t take up too much of your time!). – Jess

like all of these gardening tips Anel from Julia’s husband.

For those who grew up reading the works of E. Jean Carroll, She interviewed her about her experience with Donald Trump It’s really scary. TW: Sexual assault. (Atlantic Organization)

Filed under good news. More Americans will receive treatment! (hill)

I’ve never been so grateful to have CBD balance as part of my daily life.Feeling a bit stressed and anxious lately, I upped the dose and went back Daily Softgels This is very helpful. soothing balm Was a miracle, especially for the neck and shoulder pain I have been having. My code JESSANNKIRBY gives you 15% off your first order (Based on subscriber savings).

This story about the medical medium (who is actually behind the celery juice virus trend) shows the dark side of medical misinformation. (vanity fair)

An article for former fans of The OC That’s sure to make you laugh. (elite daily)

I’m trying to create a minimalist summer capsule wardrobe, and this linen shirt on the list.

it’s eclipse season…(that cut)

a very interesting article The pain and ecstasy(?) of changing a last name.(charm)

Remembering Jordan Neely.(contain)

“The proposed community plan has Big impact on the future of the Los Angeles fashion industry – Labor rights activists are working to ensure the region and its 20,000 workers are front and center. ” (number nineteen)