oh hey!
I glanced through the template that substack generously offered, to get this thing started. That’s how long it has been since I have written anything...for fun. I needed a little push at that to get me started.
I used to blog… and then watched it wither away in slow motion. Well technically, it’s still alive because I do see an annual charge from my domain host every year without fail. Writing didn’t happen for all the usual, uninspired reasons: Life, distractions, the whole blah-blah.. But here I am, back at it.
So, what’s with the name, the yacker?
According to Wiktionary:
Noun
yacker (plural yackers)
(informal) One who talks at length.
(Edited to add by me: One who talks at length: often about things that really don’t need to be discussed for that long)
That's me! A yacker with a lot of opinions on the things that interest me: travel, books, TV, movies, food, restaurants, and culture. Honestly, I should probably compile a list of things that don’t interest me! Haha!
So, why am I here, you ask?
As social media has been moving toward videos and reels, I’ve found myself craving the written word more than ever 📚. The things that stay with me long after I’ve read them are often articles or blogs, not videos. And every time my favorite newsletter hits my inbox, it feels like a small gift. I make a cup of tea, settle in, and savor each word, clicking through every recommendation with delight. That’s exactly why I’m here—to bring some of that same joy to you.
What’s in store for you?
My hope is that this newsletter brings you the same warmth and coziness that my favorite ones bring me. Each week, you’ll find a mix of observational snippets about life, book recommendations, TV shows and movies I’ve enjoyed, and even my favorite finds and hacks and who knows what else! Just good stuff to make your week a little brighter. You can count on all of this (and more), every Friday in your inbox.
If this sounds like your cup of tea, I’d love for you to subscribe! And don’t be shy, come say hi on Instagram!
