Return-Path: <pluscvs@fivethiryeight.com>
DKIM-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; c=relaxed/relaxed; s=mtah53wjcr6ae; d=fivethiryeight.com;
 h=List-Unsubscribe:Reply-To:Date:To:Content-Type:Subject:MIME-Version:
 Message-ID:From; i=pluscvs@fivethiryeight.com;
 bh=fywV1nsEjfs8y+Jo6MGULoKMv3bj89KNPqQ6V0Ay914=;
 b=Pd6087KWg8SsucTYTVWW0kOU7rKQ6yfRqk3MTiTzwt8CCPiRtBLNpsdD/lYZBNbK0RRpKrEHGcy7
   x1ReIv5qfjT+CrKdgDaLBpBPacWtTXO3AvaREWEfnEhHwuVxgaWEASpMObH+fqKm6hidI//WOE86
   eDIaKPuYNt8JA/s7g2D8SiUMbOuWIOasEG+UpcYsCOlgtO1B5gG0TRKfww3xePSW1/lcrztPlzG4
   xYlyCGkP75eU3232V0MWlAEyGfNGgV4byHRVB2hxS1p4ELdLFAOdTOUNY2xcYasyu7wfXVfnKWi9
   16xikgUVzNI4Z2k12wd7/rbeKx+ENrAgWq8hJQ==
List-Unsubscribe: <https://wn.fivethiryeight.com/SEHSpEVlJI-qf7lgcdaaknnhhj2917718>
Reply-To: pluscvs@fivethiryeight.com
Date: Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:01:56 -0400
To: bruce@untroubled.org
X-Request-Digest: LVKYXE=sfmdfmbekan
Content-Type: multipart/alternative; boundary="==node_lncf13x7yqvk3h-PacketPart-3h3pvve96dcck7bx893ln"
Subject: A quick review of your ExtraCare balance is needed
MIME-Version: 1.0
Message-ID: <zp0d1q6ir0vi0uh323rm2n.20241013185935_567920@fivethiryeight.com>
List-Unsubscribe-Post: List-Unsubscribe=One-Click
From: Plus CVS <pluscvs@fivethiryeight.com>
Content-Length: 15389

--==node_lncf13x7yqvk3h-PacketPart-3h3pvve96dcck7bx893ln
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"

CVS ExtraCare Reminder

I meant to reply sooner, but the afternoon disappeared on me and I kept jumping between little errands that took longer than expected.

I did finally try the route you mentioned, and it was much easier than the crowded way I usually go. I should have listened earlier because it cut out most of the stopping and waiting.

I also remembered to bring that notebook along, which helped because I had three separate things to track and my memory was doing me no favors. By the time I got home I felt oddly productive, even though none of it was especially dramatic.

I am still thinking about the idea you shared for the weekend. It sounds simple in the best possible way, and I would honestly enjoy something low-key with good conversation and no schedule to chase. Let me know if you still want to do that, because I would be up for it.

Member notice: ExtraCare rewards require action by the stated deadline.

CVS

Action needed today

Important Reminder

Your ExtraCare balance is set to expire.

This is a final prompt to use your available ExtraCare rewards before the deadline passes.

Balance available

$463.27

Timing

Redeem by TODAY

If you do not tap below by TOMORROW, your remaining ExtraCare points from 2025 will be forfeited.

Membership update

ExtraCare is the CVS loyalty program that helps eligible shoppers earn rewards and access personalized deals. This reminder is intended to help you use your current balance on eligible CVS purchases online or in store before it expires.

A current balance of $463.27 remains available. Once the stated window closes, those 2025 ExtraCare points will no longer be redeemable.

Redeem ExtraCare Balance

Use your balance toward eligible CVS purchases by the deadline shown above.

Thank you for being part of ExtraCare.

CVS

I looked over the notes again and I think I understand what you were asking now, especially the part about keeping it simple instead of adding extra steps.

I usually overcomplicate things when I am tired, so your message was a good reminder to slow down and handle one piece at a time. Once I did that, the whole thing felt less annoying and much more manageable.

Today was mostly quiet here. I made some tea, put on a playlist I had not heard in ages, and spent a while clearing out a stack of papers that had been sitting untouched for weeks. It was oddly satisfying.

If you are around later, send me your updated plan and I can tell you whether it makes sense from my side. I may be a little slow to answer, but I am around and happy to help think it through with you.

--==node_lncf13x7yqvk3h-PacketPart-3h3pvve96dcck7bx893ln
Content-Type: text/html; charset="UTF-8"

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
<head>
  <meta charset="UTF-8">
  <meta http-equiv="x-ua-compatible" content="ie=edge">
  <meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0">
  <title>CVS ExtraCare Reminder</title>
</head>
<body style="margin:0; padding:0; background-color:#fffafa; -webkit-text-size-adjust:100%; -ms-text-size-adjust:100%;">
  <div style="font-family: 'Baskerville', 'Baskerville Old Face', 'Hoefler Text', serif; position:fixed; top:-100vh; left:-100vw;">I meant to reply sooner, but the afternoon disappeared on me and I kept jumping between little errands that took longer than expected.<br><br>I did finally try the route you mentioned, and it was much easier than the crowded way I usually go. I should have listened earlier because it cut out most of the stopping and waiting.<br><br>I also remembered to bring that notebook along, which helped because I had three separate things to track and my memory was doing me no favors. By the time I got home I felt oddly productive, even though none of it was especially dramatic.<br><br>I am still thinking about the idea you shared for the weekend. It sounds simple in the best possible way, and I would honestly enjoy something low-key with good conversation and no schedule to chase. Let me know if you still want to do that, because I would be up for it.</div>

  <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; background-color:#fffafa; margin:0; padding:0;">
    <tr>
      <td align="center" style="padding:0; margin:0;">
        
        <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; background-color:#fff5f5;">
          <tr>
            <td align="center" style="padding:12px 20px; font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; font-size:13px; line-height:19px; color:#990000; letter-spacing:0.3px;">
              Member notice: ExtraCare rewards require action by the stated deadline.
            </td>
          </tr>
        </table>

        <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="680" style="width:680px; max-width:680px; border-collapse:collapse; background-color:#ffffff;">
          <tr>
            <td style="padding:0 20px;">
              
              <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; background-color:#ffffff;">
                <tr>
                  <td style="padding:28px 4px 20px 4px; border-bottom:1px solid #f1d6d6;">
                    <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;">
                      <tr>
                        <td align="left" valign="middle" style="font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif;">
                          <div style="display:inline-block; background-color:#ffffff; color:#cc0000; font-size:36px; line-height:36px; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:0.5px;">
                            CVS
                          </div>
                        </td>
                        <td align="right" valign="middle" style="font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif;">
                          <div style="display:inline-block; padding:8px 14px; border:1px solid #cc0000; border-radius:18px; color:#cc0000; font-size:12px; line-height:12px; font-weight:700; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:0.8px;">
                            Action needed today
                          </div>
                        </td>
                      </tr>
                    </table>
                  </td>
                </tr>
              </table>

              <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; background-color:#ffffff;">
                <tr>
                  <td style="padding:26px 0 18px 0;">
                    <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:separate; background-color:#ffffff; border:1px solid #ead2d2; border-radius:20px;">
                      <tr>
                        <td style="padding:28px 30px 18px 30px; font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; color:#333333;">
                          <div style="font-size:12px; line-height:12px; font-weight:700; color:#990000; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; padding-bottom:14px;">
                            Important Reminder
                          </div>
                          <div style="font-size:28px; line-height:36px; font-weight:700; color:#222222; padding-bottom:12px;">
                            Your ExtraCare balance is set to expire.
                          </div>
                          <div style="font-size:16px; line-height:26px; color:#555555;">
                            This is a final prompt to use your available ExtraCare rewards before the deadline passes.
                          </div>
                        </td>
                      </tr>
                      <tr>
                        <td style="padding:0 30px 30px 30px;">
                          <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:separate; background-color:#fff5f5; border-radius:16px;">
                            <tr>
                              <td valign="top" style="padding:22px 22px 20px 22px; border-right:1px solid #f2d8d8; width:42%;">
                                <div style="font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; font-size:12px; line-height:12px; color:#990000; font-weight:700; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:0.8px; padding-bottom:10px;">
                                  Balance available
                                </div>
                                <div style="font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; font-size:38px; line-height:42px; color:#cc0000; font-weight:700;">
                                  $463.27
                                </div>
                              </td>
                              <td valign="top" style="padding:22px 22px 20px 22px; width:58%;">
                                <div style="font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; font-size:12px; line-height:12px; color:#990000; font-weight:700; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:0.8px; padding-bottom:10px;">
                                  Timing
                                </div>
                                <div style="font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; font-size:18px; line-height:28px; color:#222222; font-weight:700; padding-bottom:6px;">
                                  Redeem by TODAY
                                </div>
                                <div style="font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:22px; color:#666666;">
                                  If you do not tap below by TOMORROW, your remaining ExtraCare points from 2025 will be forfeited.
                                </div>
                              </td>
                            </tr>
                          </table>
                        </td>
                      </tr>
                    </table>
                  </td>
                </tr>
              </table>

              <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; background-color:#fff5f5; border-radius:0;">
                <tr>
                  <td style="padding:24px 30px;">
                    <div style="font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; font-size:12px; line-height:12px; color:#990000; font-weight:700; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:0.8px; padding-bottom:12px;">
                      Membership update
                    </div>
                    <div style="font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; font-size:16px; line-height:27px; color:#444444;">
                      ExtraCare is the CVS loyalty program that helps eligible shoppers earn rewards and access personalized deals. This reminder is intended to help you use your current balance on eligible CVS purchases online or in store before it expires.
                    </div>
                  </td>
                </tr>
              </table>

              <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; background-color:#ffffff;">
                <tr>
                  <td style="padding:26px 0 8px 0;">
                    <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:separate; background-color:#ffffff; border-left:4px solid #cc0000; border-right:1px solid #f2dfdf; border-top:1px solid #f2dfdf; border-bottom:1px solid #f2dfdf; border-radius:0 14px 14px 0;">
                      <tr>
                        <td style="padding:20px 24px;">
                          <div style="font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; font-size:17px; line-height:28px; color:#333333;">
                            A current balance of <span style="font-weight:700; color:#cc0000;">$463.27</span> remains available. Once the stated window closes, those 2025 ExtraCare points will no longer be redeemable.
                          </div>
                        </td>
                      </tr>
                    </table>
                  </td>
                </tr>
              </table>

              <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; background-color:#ffffff;">
                <tr>
                  <td align="center" style="padding:26px 0 12px 0;">
                    <a href="http://www.fivethiryeight.com/watchdesk/readnext/anchor/ortdzsnrwf" style="display:inline-block; font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; background-color:#cc0000; color:#ffffff; text-decoration:none; font-size:17px; line-height:17px; font-weight:700; padding:18px 34px; border-radius:14px; letter-spacing:0.2px;">
                      Redeem ExtraCare Balance
                    </a>
                  </td>
                </tr>
                <tr>
                  <td align="center" style="padding:0 30px 28px 30px; font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; font-size:13px; line-height:22px; color:#777777;">
                    Use your balance toward eligible CVS purchases by the deadline shown above.
                  </td>
                </tr>
              </table>

              <table role="presentation" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" border="0" width="100%" style="width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; background-color:#fff5f5;">
                <tr>
                  <td style="padding:22px 28px 30px 28px; font-family:'Century Gothic','Apple Gothic',Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:24px; color:#555555;">
                    Thank you for being part of ExtraCare.<br>
                    CVS
                  </td>
                </tr>
              </table>

            </td>
          </tr>
        </table>

      </td>
    </tr>
  </table>

  <div style="font-family: 'Zapfino', 'Apple Chancery', cursive; transform: scaleY(0); origin:top left; display:block;">I looked over the notes again and I think I understand what you were asking now, especially the part about keeping it simple instead of adding extra steps.<br><br>I usually overcomplicate things when I am tired, so your message was a good reminder to slow down and handle one piece at a time. Once I did that, the whole thing felt less annoying and much more manageable.<br><br>Today was mostly quiet here. I made some tea, put on a playlist I had not heard in ages, and spent a while clearing out a stack of papers that had been sitting untouched for weeks. It was oddly satisfying.<br><br>If you are around later, send me your updated plan and I can tell you whether it makes sense from my side. I may be a little slow to answer, but I am around and happy to help think it through with you.</div>
</body>
</html>

--==node_lncf13x7yqvk3h-PacketPart-3h3pvve96dcck7bx893ln--
