Gen x Taste is a lifestyle blog and newsletter for those who still don’t know what they want to be when they grow up (even if they’re over the age of 40).
As promised, I made a video about my LASIK experience! And some other stuff too.
IN THIS VLOG:
How I Wrote a Script in 5 Days - this is a free course I’m offering through November 1st over at Aralan!
Overalls: These are basically a very lightweight linen jumpsuit (I’ve also heard them called “Garden Witch Overalls”) that I’ve owned for several years and really like. It’s held up well despite many washings and has softened up a bit from its initial cardboard stiffness.
"Lynn" Glasses from TC Charton: This will be the last time you see me wearing them! I’ll probably turn them into sunglasses at some point. You can still use my code “LYNNC20” for 20% off sitewide — it’s not an affiliate link and I don’t get any $$$ from it but I would still love to see you rocking a pair of frames named after me.)
The Golden Screen: The Movies That Made Asian America by Jeff Yang: I contributed two blurbs to this book about AAPI-centered films I love, plus I’m featured as an actress too! It comes out in late October.
Want Your Self: Shift Your Self-Talk and Unearth the Strength in Who You Were All Along by
: This book also comes out next month and I’ll be hosting the Q&A for the Los Angeles launch! Stay tuned for that…Fabric Shaver: Similar to the one I had in the video — I especially love this because it has the option to plug in, giving me maximum shaving power!!!
Jenni Kayne Cashmere Cocoon Cardigan Sweater: Best. Gift. Ever. From my friend Melanie Maras.
East Fork Mug: I’ll never shut up about how much I love their pottery. Use my "LYNN CHEN" referral for $20 off.
And… an update on the state of my eyes — they’re doing great!!! There were two red spots in the whites that began to fade after the 4th day. Around that same time I did not really need moisturizing drops anymore, except first thing in the morning, but I kept applying them five minutes after my antibiotics just to help the healing process.
So many people have reached out to me asking about my experience and I’ve gotten great feedback about the blog post, so I’m hoping this vlog will be a good additional resource as well. Please share! Especially with anyone over 40 who is thinking about laser eye surgery.
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