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Absolutely loving all content here and so impressed with both the quality and frequency of posts! How do you manage this!? Oldster is the perfect antidote for feeling vulnerable, apologetic or somehow responsible for getting older. I always find something to chew on here!

Thank you so much and congratulations on getting so many things spot-on, Sari!

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Thank you for these kind words, Speranza! I'm so glad you enjoy what's published here. I'm...very tired! Lol.

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I like that something 2 years old can be called Oldster - which maybe reflects yr nuanced perspective on what Oldster means in context of this mag? Everybody, including this mag, is the oldest they've ever been, & thus an Oldster? (Sorry I haven't had coffee yet). Anyway happy birthday to this lovely publication you dreamt abt, then turned into reality. Birthday song voice: "And many more..."

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Gabe, you get it! Thank you, thank you!! <3

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Happy birthday, Oldster!

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Thank you, Asha! <3

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Old to joy! :) 💝 You’re doing a wonderful here, Sari! Love you, and Oldster!

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Love you, too, Carolita, and all your wonderful contributions!!!! 💝

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Congrats!! SO glad you are here and a part of this community.

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Thank you, Christina! And for all your help and encouragement all along. <3

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Aug 31, 2023Liked by Sari Botton

My favorite question in Oldster asks the interviewee to describe someone older that they admire. That question and the responses have completely changed my approach to how I might live in my tomorrow. It’s great to enjoy a newsletter, but pretty invaluable for that same newsletter to make a positive difference in your life.

Thanks, Sari and happy birthday, Oldster!

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Oh, wow. Thank you, Malka. This means a lot to me. <3

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Of course Oldster is a Virgo! Happy Birthday! I’m grateful to have been a contributor, which prompted me to get my own Substack going. And I am very thankful for the insights and humor I find in every issue. Thank you! Love, a fellow Virgo.

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Awww, thanks, Alison. So glad that contributing here sparked your own newsletter. I hadn't thought about Oldster's astrological sign!

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Aug 31, 2023Liked by Sari Botton

I love this magazine so much that I want to spread the word! If anyone would like a year paid subscription, be the first to respond to this and I'll do it. I wanted to donate a subscription but the form makes me put in an email for the person I'm buying it for, I couldn't just say "for the next person that wants it."

Thank you Sari for bringing this light into our lives!

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Oh, my goodness. Mary, that is so generous of you. Thank you, and for the kind words! <3

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Oh so sweet!! Happy bday. I'm so glad I stumbled onto this newsletter in the big wide world of substack. It's the best. Sari, you do great and important work. Mazel tov!

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Thank you, Susan. <3

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Happy Birthday Oldsters! Thanks for having me be part of this journey and looking forward to the next 2, 4, 6 ... 20 years!

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🙏🏼💕

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Happy 2nd anniversary, Sari. I'm grateful we were able to connect mid-way thru that journey. Looking forward to all that comes next! Mazal tov.

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Thank you, Paul!!!! Me, too. <3

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Happy Birthday, Oldster! Clearly, you built it and we came. First, a vision. Then, all the hard and joyful work. Both in equal measure. Congratulations, Sari. Love, Margaret Mandell

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MAZEL Sari, and eternal thanks for giving me my first byline on a personal essay. The mag just keeps gettin better, can't wait for more live events and vids. OLDSTER FOREVER!

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A pleasure, Alicia! Thank you!!!

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Aug 31, 2023Liked by Sari Botton

Wow how has it been TWO YEARS? I’m so proud to be an early contributor, and proud of YOU, Sari, for making this such a vibrant community. Great work!

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Thank you, Mari! And for your amazing contributions! xox

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You have created something so special here, Sari! I don't know how you do it all, but I'm sure glad you do! As someone who spends a lot of time thinking and writing about age (Substack coming soon!), I so appreciate the opportunity to learn about others and how they are thinking and feeling as they move through life. Oldster and the stories within always inspire, provoke thought and remind us that no matter our age, growing older is a privilege. Thank you for putting your dream out into the world, and a big congratulations!

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Thank you for the kind words, Patina. I appreciate them. And good luck with your newsletter!

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Aug 31, 2023Liked by Sari Botton

Thank you for all your hard work, which you make look effortless.

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Thank you, Richard! That means a lot to me. Thanks for being such a thoughtful and engaged and longstanding part of this growing community. <3

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