Heather Reid Writes

Heather is an essayist, editor, CMO, mommy, and wife seeking stillness while in a state
of nearly constant motion. She lives, walks, and eats in the greatest city in the world: Chicago.

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The True Spirit of Gifting: Celebrating Deep Connections

December 18, 2022 by Heather Reid in adulting, friends, holiday

As I write my Christmas cards, I'm reminded of the precious few in my inner circle. Dunbar's Number reassures me it's the quality, not quantity, that counts in friendship.

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December 18, 2022 /Heather Reid
friends, holiday spirit, adulting
adulting, friends, holiday
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The Month of Moveable Feast

November 18, 2022 by Heather Reid in celebrations, food, family

November in our household is a bustling blend of birthdays, Thanksgiving, and the warm embrace of family reunions. It's our personal Moveable Feast, a celebration of gratitude, tradition, and the joy of coming together, no matter the distance.

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November 18, 2022 /Heather Reid
food, holiday spirit, thanksgiving
celebrations, food, family
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Swapping Summer's Heat for Autumn's Heart

October 18, 2022 by Heather Reid in adulting, finding quiet, food, memories

Fall whispers in with cooler air, pumpkin flavors, and the sweet anticipation of family gatherings. Celebrate the season where every leaf tells a story, and every moment is a chance to slow down and savor.

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October 18, 2022 /Heather Reid
time, aging, fall
adulting, finding quiet, food, memories
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No Comment: The Unpopular Art of Holding Your Tongue

September 18, 2022 by Heather Reid in adultlife, finding quiet, guilt, politics

In a world quick to judge and quicker to comment, I learned the hard way about the power of pause. Sometimes, silence is the most fashionable statement we can make.

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September 18, 2022 /Heather Reid
language, emotional labor
adultlife, finding quiet, guilt, politics
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Golf Swings, Stooges Gags, and Spice Wars: A Summer of Unexpected Parenting Wins

August 18, 2022 by Heather Reid in adultlife, family, food

Dive into our summer saga of family firsts where golf becomes a bonding ritual, Adam Sandler and The Three Stooges redefine comedy for my kids, and spicy challenges bring on the heat (and laughs).

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August 18, 2022 /Heather Reid
sports, family, parenthood
adultlife, family, food
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Happy Mom Summer > Hot Girl Summer 

July 18, 2022 by Heather Reid in adulting, adultlife, celebrations, chicago, family

Here’s a quick summer tip: Skip Hot Girl Summer and dive into Happy Mom Summer instead. Let's swap perfection for laughter, ice cream dinners, and real joy. This year let's make being present and happy our summer trend.

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July 18, 2022 /Heather Reid
summer, parenthood, momlife
adulting, adultlife, celebrations, chicago, family
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The View of US

June 18, 2022 by Heather Reid in adultlife, chicago, politics

 According to USA Today, 240 mass shootings where four or more people have been injured have been reported as of June 5, 2022. There have been 12 mass shootings in the U.S. with a death count of four or more, based on current numbers from the Gun Violence Archive in 2022.

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June 18, 2022 /Heather Reid
America, gun control
adultlife, chicago, politics
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Most Likely to Not Give a $***: Women in their Second Act  

May 18, 2022 by Heather Reid in adultlife, celebrations, feminism, momlife

Celebrating the unapologetic strength and wisdom of women who've transcended youth's early accolades to embrace life's deeper victories with grace, resilience, and a dash of irreverence.

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May 18, 2022 /Heather Reid
aging, attitude
adultlife, celebrations, feminism, momlife
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Get Rid of the Junk

March 18, 2022 by Heather Reid in adulting, adultlife, finding quiet

Sometimes, the act of letting go is the first step towards truly moving forward.

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March 18, 2022 /Heather Reid
family, home, clutter
adulting, adultlife, finding quiet
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The Big Sit

January 18, 2022 by Heather Reid in adultlife, COVID, finding quiet, work

In January of last year, I wrote about my then-new habit of LovingKIndness meditation. Throughout the tumult that was 2021, I resolved to be gentle to myself through this practice, and I committed to a year of once-daily meditation.

And I did.

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January 18, 2022 /Heather Reid
meditation, forgiveness, work
adultlife, COVID, finding quiet, work
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