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Ohhh this gave me all the cosy feels, even as someone who isn't in school and doesn't have kids. The nostalgia is so real - amazing recs!

I'm actually hoping to read the Harry Potter series from September (which is when the UK back to school season starts) to get into the cosy autumnal mood.

Happy back to school 🫶

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i'm so glad you enjoyed! you should try experiencing the harry potter books through audiobooks- definitely a vibe! <3

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Ooh that’s such a good rec, thank you!!

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I’m so excited for this and all your future back to school lists too!!!!

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thank you so much! <3

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Love this list so much 🥰 Regarding Gilmore Girls, I like the episodes where Rory is still in high school, particularly the first season as you’ve mentioned. The college episodes, especially the “Logan years”, they just didn’t feel the same. Yes, #teamjess always. Very much looking forward to your upcoming post on this show ☕️

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yes, i totally agree! high school rory is so much more tolerable. the logan years were painful to watch.

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Aug 2Liked by caitlyn

oh my goodness I love these posts so much, 32 year old Londoner here, i literally just finished working my way through your dark academia film list, and i am so ready to start this one. i am most excited about your posts, on my list of subscriptions, every time! thank you!

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hello! i'm so glad you're enjoying it. can't wait to share more with you <3

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Aug 2Liked by caitlyn

This post is absolutely amazing, I adore it so much, and having graduated a few years ago, I remain nostalgic (and probably always will) of school and academia, being an academic validation girl myself haha. Thank you for making this post accessible for everyone, makes me even happier that I became a paid subscriber because the work you did and continually do is so valued 🤎 (I also hope this alleviated the anxiety you mentioned feeling due to your job apps!) Thanks a lot, Caitlyn, can't wait to dive into these books and movies 🫡🤎

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thank you so much for your support! it means the world to me. the anxiety is all too real and a bit debilitating, but i'm hoping for some answers soon.

thank you for being here <3

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Cinnamon raisin toast with butter 🤎🤎🤎

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perfect and quick breakfast 🙌

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i just came across this and thought it might be up your street! Pandora Sykes recommended it on her substack, if you know her! https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/once-upon-a-time-at-bennington-college/id1521731236

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!!!!!your taste is impeccable

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I love back to school season, so thank you for this compilation of resources to get in the mood for the season!

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I can’t wait to read more about your thoughts on Gilmore Girls! While I love the first few seasons, the later seasons frustrate me. The Year in a Life was a major disappointment too 😥

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