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Andy's avatar

Promise not to use an autopen?

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

Swear 🤣

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Alz's avatar

…and apparently your followers are pretty funny, too! 😂

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David Nelson's avatar

She--regularly--makes us snort coffee.

We are determined she will snort one for each in return...

This is no yuk-fest--it has become icy-veined gladiator sport.

(She already has replaced one laptop and now uses Saran wrap.

We've found an actual, good, reason to wear our masks.)

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

🤣😷🤣

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Valerie's avatar

Totally upgrading because you absolutely are the funniest account I follow, and I NEED your humor in my life. It deserves to be supported.

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

🥹😊 Thank you from the bottom of my grateful heart.

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Karin Anderson Abrell's avatar

LingOL! 😂 You’re so right—editor extraordinaire!!! 🤩

I already have the FANTASTIC Yankee Doodle Soup but I’ll take you up on your offer for the bragging rights—especially the bit about answering the “What are your weaknesses?” in job interviews. That was hilarious! I LedOL! 🤣

Also, the potential future perks appeal to me, too! 🤗

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mike Myhre's avatar

I was already a subscriber, but I just upgraded to Founding Member... ;-)

I would love to have a signed copy of your book. I already have the ebook. The hard cover would be good to get guests to read.

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

You just overflowed and spilled the karma bucket all over the floor! I hope you are prepared for riches. 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

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mike Myhre's avatar

No worries. It went to a good cause...

I have a 'spill bucket' in place ;-)

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

You SHOULD! Don't forget to email me your mailing info (myfirstname@myfirstandlastnames.com (you have to figure that out--YOU CAN DO IT--because another alert reader told me if I put my actual email address here it's basically an evite to the entire spambot community) ;)

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mike Myhre's avatar

I will. I would edit your email address out of public comments though so SPAM bots don't pick it up..

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

WHY WAS I BORN YESTERDAY? JEEZ. TOO LATE? Do you think people will be able to figure out myfirstname@myfirstandlastnames.com? ;)

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mike Myhre's avatar

The bots won't figure it out.

It doesn't mean they will traverse your page, but it is usually good practice. You can edit it now I am sure no bot has scanned this in a few minutes.

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Walt's avatar

I recently re-upped my annual membership not only because I enjoy your hilarious writing but also as a continuing tribute to your brave daughter. I admire the way she endured the slings and arrows from authorities and contemporaries in college to remain unjabbed. And she was correct on how unsafe and ineffective they were!

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

I’d be delighted to send you a book, just email me the info at myfirstname@myfirstandlastnames.com (you have to figure that out--YOU CAN DO IT--because another alert reader told me if I put my actual email address here it's basically an evite to the entire spambot community). And thank you so much for the support and kind words!😊

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

🍾👏🎉

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Manfred's avatar

From the reviews I'd predict a bestseller for sure!

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Tim Pallies's avatar

Thanks for the kind words! I agree the reviews are wonderful—better than I deserve.

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

Never say that lol! And remember that a) pissed off people are far more likely to leave a review than pleased ones, b) rarely are reviewers TOO kind. You have five solid stars… odds are you deserve them.😊

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Tim Pallies's avatar

Thanks for the kind words! It’s funny, but I’m at the age where I can pretty easily discount what “the world” thinks about me, but my book is one area (maybe the only one?) where I still feel like a middle school student in search of approval.

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

Oh, that never EVER goes away. 🫣

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FREED0ML0VER's avatar

I've already got your book, so I just chose monthly. I've been meaning to do it for a while, and you finally talked me into it.

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Loesje Shema's avatar

After I get a refund from Change.org. (I was wondering why you chose them too.)

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

Because I’m stupid, and also furious. I have let them know that donors want their money back and will continue to hound them. Sincere apologies. Lesson learned.🤬🤬🤬

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Loesje Shema's avatar

Amen, sister! I did just ask for a refund. God bless you; we all have been boneheads at one time or another. Ask me how I know.

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

🤣 and thank you for the grace

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Fred's avatar

Is there really a way to ask for our donations back? On principle…

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

I promise you, I'm trying to find out! Grrrrrrrrrr.

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Ex-woke Mom's avatar

Okay, yes, you wore me down BUT DON'T LEAVE ME ALONE! You are the third paid substack I am subscribing to. (Actually the 4th but the other 3rd was an accident. Yes really. I'm talented.)

Not only are you the funniest, you are also the most thoughtful and reasonable, even when I completely disagree with what you write. So yeah, take my money but keep the goods coming.

I already have a copy of Yankee Doodle. I'm just donating because shit like LingOL is priceless. And accurate.

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

Hahahahaha I will NEVER leave you alone! And if you'd like to gift your copy to someone else, just send their name/address to myfirstname@myfirstandlastnames.com (you have to figure that out--YOU CAN DO IT--because another alert reader told me if I put my actual email address here it's basically an evite to the entire spambot community) and I'll include a note that it's from YOU! :)

So grateful. Truly.

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

I still need your mailing address!!! (If you sent it and I missed it, I apologize profusely...) And LMK to whom you'd like your book personalized. :)

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Andy's avatar

You had me at “We love you Del”!

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Carolyn's avatar

Jenna, I have your book. And this is a great idea.

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SteveO's avatar

I would appreciate it. However I was not intending to get one with my message. It is ok to use it for those who upgrade. I Love your work. I wouldn't mind a pdf version if you want to I saw another person indicated there is one. But you can save your hard copies for your original intent. Keep up the great and wonderful work for all of us. Love your content and enthusiasm and all of the hard work that you do.

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

You're very kind but I HATE IT when I get some sweet-deal-email and then it says *for new customers only. I value loyalty and want to send you one! Please do email me your info. And thanks for proving my 'nicest subscribers on internet' point. :)

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Mrs. Itoldya!'s avatar

Been a subscriber for ions, but have not yet purchased your recent book. I remember you soliciting entries! But not only must I read & share your book, I’d die for your autograph! (Pred near!) I’ll get one ordered soon. How can you sneak in a signing?

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

Email me your deets and I will send you one… But FYI, I have gotten an overwhelming response to this post so I am completely out of books… I should have my new stash within a week and I will get it out promptly! Jenna@jennamccarthy.com 😊

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Mrs. Itoldya!'s avatar

You’re the greatest!! I’ll send that info later & Venmo or PayPal you the purchase price & a lil tip! 😘

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Julie Young's avatar

I am already a annual subscriber and already have bought your fabulous book, so I’m just here to encourage others to take advantage of this great offer. You’ll be glad you did!

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

I am the luckiest hack on the planet! THANK YOU JULIE!!! OXOXO

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Vee's avatar

Awww... Jenna, we love you as much as all the lint the roomba sucked up too! You seriously are top 10 funniest substacks of all time, even though I disagree with you half the time lol.

Wait a minute.... what do you do for your day job?

How can we subscribe and pay you anonymously?

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

I love the fact that you disagree with me! You always do it respectfully and you always make me think and question.😊 My day job is for a non-profit that promotes financial literacy. I talk to people all day long and they have no idea who I am (I use my married name). 🤣

And if you are so inclined, there is always venmo (@JennaMcCarthy1) or Zelle (myfirstname@myfirstandlastnames.com (you have to figure that out--YOU CAN DO IT--because another alert reader told me if I put my actual email address here it's basically an evite to the entire spambot community).

Thanks for being here, Vee. I mean that with most sincerity.

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Dena's avatar

By the way, already an annual subscriber & have your book. Loved it & like I’ve said - it should definitely go into a time capsule for the future to know just how crazy those C years were.

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Jenna McCarthy's avatar

You’re the best Dena! 💕😊

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