The Matchbook | 7.8.22

Little Bits Of Light

Hello you sexy lova lovas. Hope all is treating you kind this fine day. Tomorrow is Addie’s birthday, so that’s rad. Here’s some random junk to make you smile. Smiles are good.

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Here’s the dealiolios:

1. Netflix Soundtracks - Let’s face it, Netflix (Stranger Things in particular) has a knack for really freaking nailing soundtracks. Here’s 19 of em to suit your mood. Stick one on, pretend Vecna is chasing you, whatever.

2. 33 Ways to Actually Sleep at Night - Let’s face it, sometimes, finding and catching zzz’s in this dumpster fire of a country can be a challenge lately. Here’s 33 tips on how to do it anyway.

3. Sharks Are Evolving…To Walk On Land! - In this week’s sign of the apocalypse, Sharks are evolving to walk on land. Pretty soon, you may just be assaulted by a Great White whilst wandering down the boardwalk. Rad?

4. 8 Tips To Trim Your Grocery Bill - As the world seems to be crumbling in many ways, we may as well find ways to not spend so damn much at the grocery. Here’s some simple tips that may help you cut back some.

5. 5 Simple Habits Healthy People Do - Wanna be a healthier person all around? Me too. Here’s 5 simple tips that can push you that way. Why the heck not give it a read?

6. 40 Shows To Watch If You Dig Stranger Things - Sad that ST is over? Me too. Here’s 40 more shows that feel similar, look similar, or just outright inspired the show we all treasure. Get binging.

7. With Or Without You - A show you should absolutely be watching is Young Offenders. It’s amazing, it’s Irish, and it’s one of my favorites. This clip was from the episode we re-watched last night, and it so perfectly encapsulates the hilarious but often touching mood that lives inside that show. Give it a watch.

   Have a bitchin’ weekend. Really do.

   I love you all.