Three weeks with Mackenzie got me thinking about friendship — the kind that sticks, the kind that shows up. This month's Roundup has the full story, a few things I'm loving, and my new favorite chicken thigh recipe.

Valerie's first monthly Roundup: Luna's big health update, a new fragrance obsession, and the branzino recipe from Now We're Cooking LIVE — plus a personal reflection that's just for Valerie's Place members.