Key Insights
Why is Pumps happy about her empty nest?
Pumps is happy because she feels liberated and enjoys the silence and cleanliness of her house now that her kids are mostly grown and out of the house.
Why does Jen want to change the language around empty nesting?
Jen wants to change the language to celebrate empty nesting, emphasizing that it's a time to enjoy midlife and that raising kids and seeing them leave is a sign of success, not sadness.
Why are Jen and Pumps frustrated with Instagram's new 'drop a thought' feature?
Jen and Pumps are frustrated because they believe people already share too much on Instagram and that thoughts should remain private.
Why do Jen and Pumps think tipping at self-checkout kiosks should be regulated?
Jen and Pumps believe that tipping at self-checkout kiosks should be regulated because it's a form of corporate welfare, where businesses use technology to avoid paying employees and then try to make up for it by having consumers tip the machines.
Why does Jen think the trend of homecoming mums on Stanley cups is problematic?
Jen thinks the trend is problematic because it normalizes tackiness and is likely associated with Trump supporters, who she believes are often involved in grifting and promoting low-quality, overpriced items.
Why is Molly Jong-Fast frustrated with false equivalencies in political coverage?
Molly is frustrated because false equivalencies, such as comparing Trump's extreme policies to normal progressive policies, obscure the real differences and downplay the severity of Trump's actions.
Why does Molly think Liz Cheney's endorsement of Kamala Harris could be significant?
Molly thinks Liz Cheney's endorsement could be significant because it creates a permission structure for Republican voters to consider voting for Harris and may make them realize this is not a normal election.
Why does Jen believe there will be many secret Harris voters in this election?
Jen believes there will be many secret Harris voters because the overturning of Roe v. Wade has angered many Republican women, especially those with college-age children in states with total abortion bans.
Why does Jen think middle-aged women should be celebrated and not stigmatized?
Jen thinks middle-aged women should be celebrated because they still have energy, feel young, and have a lot of wisdom and life experience to offer, contrary to the negative rhetoric about women in midlife.
Why does Molly think Harris and Walls should focus on grassroots campaigning?
Molly thinks Harris and Walls should focus on grassroots campaigning, such as bus tours and local media appearances, to connect with voters and increase turnout, especially in key states.
Chapters
- Jen and Pumps celebrate the freedom and flexibility that comes with an empty nest.
- They challenge the societal pressure on women to feel sad or lost after their children leave home.
- They encourage a positive reframing of midlife, emphasizing new opportunities and continued growth.
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