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Pretend You're Good At It | Jen Zug | Substack


Pretend You're Good At It
Come in! I saved a seat for you by the fire. We’ll tell each other stories from life’s middle act and seek delight despite the world’s fuckery. Beware of husband. Kids are also shady. WIFE IS COOL. Meetups are weekly.
By Jen Zug
· Launched 3 years ago“A warm, wonderful celebration of the messy reality of life in all its contradictions, agonies and joys.”...”
Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, Elderberries
“Jen is funny, inspiring, and real. Like a warm hug for your insecurities.”...”
Ani 🦔, are you mad at me?
“Aww, I just love Jen and every story she tells feels like sitting around in you favorite sweats listening to your best buddy.”...”
Shelly Mazzanoble, Middle-Aged Lady Mom