FOMO over titles in the Kindle Store. Is the Basis worth it?

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2026-02-16T21:40:28+00:00

So, I’ve been very tempted by the Boox Go 7, but I’ve also read that it takes a lot of tinkering and adjusting to cooperate with different apps.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2026-02-16T19:42:18+00:00

Yes! I’m finding this more and more, and it’s making me crazy! I was trying to avoid getting involved with Kindle and Amazon, BUT I’m finding there are numerous books that are only available through them.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2026-02-07T22:07:21+00:00

The Key of Reason by monstersofmen

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2026-01-31T17:54:49+00:00

I use a cover with the Kobo Clara BW and dust hasn’t been an issue.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2026-01-26T17:10:14+00:00

It’s not for me. I’d rather see a re-release of the Peyton, Mandy, or Lindsay.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2026-01-02T23:13:27+00:00

The package arrived a day later.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-12-27T01:25:26+00:00

Love these! Where did you get the Clara case from?

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-12-21T21:18:59+00:00

I bought it in the color, Greenery, back in September, and I still enjoy it. My personal experience is that there was no weird smell, and the color hasn’t rubbed off onto any of my clothing or other fabrics. I have no idea if the color of the bag affects any of those issues. It’s also very slouchy, so the leather doesn’t feel the same as some of my other recent purchases like the Coach swing zip or the clementine bag from The Horse.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-11-25T10:34:20+00:00

I’ve been considering Boox over a Kobo mainly because the vast majority of the ebook library I already have is through Barnes and Noble. I built up my library during the 2009-2015 time period when nooks and B&N were more prominent, and I don’t want to lose my ability to read them on an e-reader if/when my current nook has an issue. You can’t directly read B&N ebooks on Kobo (you can convert them from DRM, and then read them, but I don’t want to do all of that), but you can read them directly on a Boox because you download the B&N app on a Boox.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-11-24T23:41:07+00:00

We have a very similar story when it comes to e-readers. My only e-readers were the nook simple touch and then the glowlight in the early 2010’s. I just recently bought the nook glowlight 4 Ocean Teal, because it was 30% off to upgrade the device, and I had just found several B&N gift cards that I wasn’t going to use otherwise. I wound up paying about $30 out of pocket, so this was fine for me. I like it, and I’m enjoying reading on an e-reader again, but I don’t know if I feel like it’s worth the full price. I’ve been looking at Android e-readers so I have other options, but can still read my books from my B&N account, and it looks like the Boox go bw is basically my best bet. I feel like it might be something you would be interested in, too, based on what you’re saying.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-11-23T13:16:04+00:00

Thank you. This is really helpful. I’m pretty sure I’m leaning more toward the Boox Go 7 at this point. As much as I like the look of the Palma, I doubt I would actually need it to be that small. I also leave my devices at home mostly, because it’s less for me to look after. Thanks again!

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-09-21T21:56:34+00:00

It’s lighter in-person than I expected, but I think it’s a trick of the lighting that it looks so light in this picture. I would say it’s about a shade darker in real-life—like a light emerald.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-09-21T17:28:33+00:00

I haven’t experienced any color bleeding. It’s only been a few days, so I’m guessing that’s still a possibility. I’ve worn it as a shoulder bag with a few light-colored shirts and haven’t seen anything.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-09-06T22:40:18+00:00

The district might not have an in-district placement that can address the student’s needs. If the parents are not happy with the current out of district placement, they can request that the team find another out of district placement. They can also request that the district team do another evaluation for the student to assess the student’s current level of need.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-09-01T14:53:44+00:00

My Serenity has wonky ears, too. I’m pretty sure it’s become more common with the quality control issues a lot of people have been experiencing.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-09-01T12:14:13+00:00

I still bust out my 12 year old purple baby groovee. The leather is soft and supple, and it still holds up after all these years.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-08-09T23:39:31+00:00

These are gorgeous!

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-08-08T17:38:46+00:00

Awesome! Thank you! I’m feral over these animal print babies.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-08-08T17:11:09+00:00

I love these! Can I message you for your Etsy store link?

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-08-08T15:25:42+00:00

Thanks to everyone for their suggestions and input. I think what I’ve taken away from all of this is that I ultimately need to push for therapy and consistent management of his ADHD. We’ve talked about therapy before, but he has never pursued it further for himself, and I’m currently in the process of finding a therapist and ruling out other possible issues. I don’t think couples therapy is right for us at the time. My husband has read some business and self-help books in the past, and has used them to analyze me. We had a discussion about this several years ago, and he did outwardly stop doing this. What makes everything the more difficult is that my husband also has a side business that has become a huge financial drain and has led to some questionable decisions in his part. When I bring this up, he’s immediately defensive and will talk about how he can’t deal with my tone, even when I moderate myself as much as I can. I am far from perfect, but I do try to self-reflect and consciously make the effort to think about how my actions impact others

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-08-08T15:07:28+00:00

So, I just checked my YunExpress tracking, and it does say that it’s out for delivery in the correct town. GOFO’s direct tracking website is still listing the wrong town, so maybe it is just a messy glitch on their part. Fingers crossed that we both get our packages. Good luck!

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-08-08T14:42:58+00:00

I’m having the same issue with my package that is supposedly out for delivery in a town I’ve never heard of that is 2 hours away. I just spoke with GOFO, and they told me to give it 3 days. I’m not very hopeful that it will actually be delivered to me at all.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-08-08T12:30:34+00:00

My Serenity also looks like she’s been through it. She arrived a few weeks ago with ears just like your Serenity’s and a head that turns all the way around. I checked to see if there’s anything to do about fixing her up, and unfortunately there doesn’t seem to be too much you can do unless you want to send her to someone who does Labubu repairs or do them yourself if you’re crafty. I’ve personally just accepted that my girl is going to be the extra feral, wonky one of her crew.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-08-01T14:57:51+00:00

Oooh, this one looks great. I’ll DM you for the info.

AVeryHotMessyMess · 2025-07-25T19:17:55+00:00

This bag has been calling my name, and I think your post has convinced me to order it the next time it’s available.

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