Like a Normal Person

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Weekly doses of human discourse on modern love and addiction. A newsletter for people who believe death only comes when we stop laughing at ourselves.

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About Julie Fontes

Author of โ€œLike a Normal Person: A Memoir About Not Drinking.โ€ Lover of synchronized dance routines and hot soup on a cold day. Expert at repeating mistakes. I write embarrassing things, and I love you.๐Ÿ˜˜

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