6.20.25 | ☀️ How to celebrate the Summer Solstice


June 20, 2025

Happy weekend! Trust that you are exactly where you need to be — and that you have all you need.

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Warmly,
AmyAnn Cadwell
& The Good Trade Team


​Our Summer Solstice playlist for celebrating light and setting intentions. 🎶


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What Is The Summer Solstice? And How To Celebrate It For 2025

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​Read On The Good Trade​


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Smoothie pops are one of our favorite ways to use up our fruit scraps and save money on sweet summer treats. ☀️

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​Make Fruit Smoothie Popsicles​
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🤝 Good to know: Whether it's supporting a single person navigating an unjust immigration system, or advocating for systemic change, ImmDef is one of the largest immigration legal service providers in California.

🎨 Need a quiet activity this weekend? Learn to watercolor with this soothing tutorial.

🌼 Flower power: These budget decorations went viral for a reason — these oversized, cheery blooms are made from paper plates!

💼 For job seekers: Check out the Conservation Job Board, the world’s largest and most-visited career website in conservation, ecology, forestry, wildlife, and fisheries.

📝 A good question: What's your favorite summer pastime? 🌞


"I recently pulled out my favorite sleep set from Lunya. This is what I reach for on warm nights. The lightweight washable silk feels luxurious and like I'm wearing next to nothing. They've been my go-to for three summers now and are still in perfect shape. If you're looking to invest in a summer set that feels as good as it looks, I highly recommend! 🌸 I have the delicate pink set." [Check it out]


How one reader is savoring their current season of life:

"I’m approaching 60 and have been retired for almost 4 years. The best part of this time is the break from productivity. Things get done but the feeling of being on a hamster wheel is gone. Along with the everyday minutiae, I have time to read, try new recipes, spend prolonged time with friends and pursue different creative hobbies. When I look back at those decades of working, commuting, raising children, running a household, handling aging parents, etc., it’s a total blur. This period is what life is about. I’m thankful I made it here!" We're so glad you did, too, CM. Enjoy!




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