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Steph’s Summer List: Books, Music & Memories

Published: July 9, 2026

A little about Steph.

Gardening is Steph’s happy place. It’s equal parts exercise, nourishment, and meditation, and it keeps her stocked with fresh herbs, veggies, and cut flowers all season. She pairs that with a daily morning walk that does as much for her soul as her body. Live music is her favorite way to spend time away from home, and this summer she’s putting down roots in the garden while racking up concert tickets.

On Her Playlist:

  • Mumford & Sons, Prizefighter: Her go-to for weeding season. Give “Clover” a listen, since its theme of contentment matches exactly where Steph’s at inching closer to her 40s. Bonus: She’s seeing them live this summer. 

Other live shows this summer include: Dave Matthews Band, Punch Brothers, and Switchfoot.

Podcasts:

  • When she’s not catching up with her mom during her morning walks, Good Hang with Amy Poehler and SmartLess keep her company. Her pick of the season: Amy Poehler’s conversation with Viola Davis — good enough that it added The Woman King onto her summer watch list.

Work Books:

A Fun Read:

  • The Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon – Her mom has been telling her that the connection to Scottish history plus the writing about medicinal plants is really an interesting read. And so far, she agrees!

Summer Trips:

  • All things Michigan with the family: the Upper Peninsula, the Lake Michigan shoreline, a minor league baseball game, and the Fourth of July up north. Steph’s take: there’s no better place to be in summer than home.

What’s on your list?

We’d love to hear what’s keeping you busy this summer: a book, a playlist, a trip. Send us a note on LinkedIn! 

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