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To My Naturalized Friend Who Said, "America is dying."

Can I cheer him up with a little ditty?

Jan 31 • Emily Sanders Hopkins

The Latte of Human Kindness

Warm looks, sparkly eyes, little moments

Jan 12 • Emily Sanders Hopkins

Very Last-last-last-minute Gift Ideas

You're welcome.

Dec 19, 2025 • Emily Sanders Hopkins

An owl tells her Christmas story.

Bittersweet and true.

Dec 2, 2025 • Emily Sanders Hopkins

What's Better, Democracy or Poetry?

Were you wondering?

Nov 22, 2025 • Emily Sanders Hopkins

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"She walks around the yard with her butt glaring!"

May 1, 2020 • Emily Sanders Hopkins

How to find love in 7 easy steps that include launching a startup

Aug 14, 2019 • Emily Sanders Hopkins

Nov 3, 2024 • Emily Sanders Hopkins

National Self-Improvement Plan

Nov 7, 2024 • Emily Sanders Hopkins

Emily Writes Back

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