Elizabeth Holmes

1 week ago | hitha.substack.com | Hitha Palepu |Elizabeth Holmes |Suleika Jaouad

#5SmartReads is a Webby-honored weekly news digest that amplifies underreported news and underrepresented perspectives. My goal is to help you stay informed without being overwhelmed, and to embrace nuance and reflection over picking a side. What Trump’s Tariffs Mean for One Small Business ()Politics doesn’t usually come up in the parties I attend. But last week, as we gathered to celebrate Mom Curious’ fourth season, tariffs were the main subject of conversation.

2 months ago | somanythoughts.substack.com | Elizabeth Holmes |Becky Malinsky

HELLO FEBRUARY. Goodness, I am very glad to see January in the rearview mirror. After a challenging start to the year, I turned a corner over the weekend with a re-do of my birthday (which fell on the worst day of the fires here in Los Angeles). I almost scrapped any and all celebrations, but with Matt’s urging and planning we threw together a last-minute drinks — and had the best time. Balloons and bubbly, plus a very fun new bodysuit, made for a heck of a party.

Jan 19, 2025 | somanythoughts.substack.com | Elizabeth Holmes |Nedra Tawwab

Does anyone else feel like the holiday season is racing by? Time appears to be evaporating! We have made it through three end-of-the-year concerts at school, with three class parties yet to come this week. As you wrap up your holiday shopping, I wanted to share a few more gift ideas. On Thanksgiving, I sent out my tried-and-true favorites; now we have YOUR thoughts in the SMT Experiential Gift Guide. This new twist come thanks to SMT contributor Ade Olayinka (read her pieces here + here).

Jan 16, 2025 | somanythoughts.substack.com | Elizabeth Holmes

When my family moved to Los Angeles nearly four years ago, one of the things that surprised me most was how strong the sense of community is here. The city itself is massive and sprawling, known for its glitzy, star-studded events. But each neighborhood is like its own a small town. Most of the friends we have made live nearby; we run into them at the grocery store or coffee shop.

Jan 12, 2025 | somanythoughts.substack.com | Elizabeth Holmes

I need to start by saying: We are so lucky. Beyond lucky. Our home is fine. As fires burned to the east, north, and west of us last week, we stayed put. When one broke out to the south, forming what was called the “ring of fires,” we made the choice to leave. We have a place to stay, thanks to some dear friends. The devastation we are all seeing out of Los Angeles is unfathomable.