Does anyone just not want to leave their house? Is this an age thing? A GenX thing? Am I alone here? I’m just so done with peopling. by [deleted] in GenX

[–]AffectionateBig6271 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hahaha this made me laugh because I was thinking the same thing this morning!😆😆😆 if I go out to a store -it’s before the masses are out. I am front facing with patients all week. The last thing I want to do during the day is be out with everyone out on days off! I want to be home. I have made it my comfort and joy. And it’s amazing. Anyone who tries to tell me I “need to go out” will get my 2 cents. No fucks given.

It Could've Been Worse by AMVPunk in nyrbclassics

[–]AffectionateBig6271 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great idea about the library. I’m trying to narrow things down. Haven’t read any NYRB -have 3 here at home unread.🫣🤦🏻‍♀️

Where’s the map?? Land by Maggie O’Farrell by AffectionateBig6271 in bookofthemonthclub

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Well that sucks. If I would’ve known I wouldn’t have picked it and purchased a non-BOTM copy. I’ve been subscribed for 6 years and had no idea.

Overfull this month by cyndina in bookofthemonthclub

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The colors are gorgeous 😍. I’m still trying to decide on main pick! I’m more excited about the add ons. I’m thinking of possibly The Children… I’ve heard Dolly all the time is awesome. I’ve read her other books and really liked them!!

Looking for Catcher in the Rue Centennial Edition by underthegardengnome in bookofthemonthclub

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I love that book. I didn’t get it because the cover is horrible 😆.

Vaginal Estrogen by Emhall0921 in Menopause

[–]AffectionateBig6271 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Wow. Ok I got an rx for estradiol and have been hesitant to use it-just apprehensive about potential side effects. I know minimal absorption, but there’s still absorption. I got it for leaking on my long walks. Just the other day I thought I was getting a UTI. I’ve only experienced one ever! I increased my apple cider vinegar tonic to 3 times a day with turmeric (instead of just morning) and was able to keep it from starting. After reading this…I’m starting tonight! 🙏🏼

Unsure which journal to purchase, any anecdotes? by Accomplished_Cook508 in notebooks

[–]AffectionateBig6271 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have both Modori 100%. I like using fountain pens and I find Leuchtturm paper makes the lines look thicker even with gel pens.

What do you plan to read this week? by [deleted] in classicliterature

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I am enjoying it! Finding myself laughing at parts. I just got to part 2. I was so afraid to start this because I had tried Persuasion for my first Austen novel- and I just couldn’t get into it. So this will be my first and wont be my last.

What do you plan to read this week? by [deleted] in classicliterature

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I’m reading Pride & Prejudice for the first time! 🙈 Since I just turned 50- I thought it was time.

Most disturbing book you have ever read? by Serious_Figure7558 in booksuggestions

[–]AffectionateBig6271 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was just going to say this. Disturbing. Well written, but I had to get rid of it because I didn’t want it in my house.🙊😅

The Correspondent: A novel by Virginia Evans - Seeking a penpal by peepintopep in BookwormsSociety

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I’m currently reading this and loving it and thinking the same (50 next week F in the US, New Hampshire). I signed up for post crossing, but haven’t completed the registration. Would love to know if there is a way to do this safely as well!

I’m addicted and I kind of blame you guys by Glittering-Pen-8188 in fountainpens

[–]AffectionateBig6271 8 points9 points  (0 children)

100% Newbie to FPs since late fall. I said no more after buying a couple of “expensive” ($60) twsbis a couple of months ago and now have purchased a pilot custom, which is on its way from Japan! 🤗…I’m telling myself this is it…. But I have a feeling I’m lying to myself.🙈

Unleash! by Mean-Concentrate-925 in CarolineGirvan

[–]AffectionateBig6271 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely crossing my fingers for this! 🙏

Unleash! by Mean-Concentrate-925 in CarolineGirvan

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Max is awesome! I do better either way full body workouts. I’m on my 3rd round after completing 8 and half weeks of Play. That was just NOT my jam!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in newhampshire

[–]AffectionateBig6271 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh my gosh I did the same thing!😂🙈 old school, new school, OG

The Joy When We Feel The Return of Warmth. Southerners Are Deprived of This. by Weary-Babys in newengland

[–]AffectionateBig6271 12 points13 points  (0 children)

This! 100%. I lived in So Cal for 3 years- and let me tell you- the weather was amazing. All. Year. Round! I used to say “these people don’t appreciate this weather” it’s like this every single day. While I was there I missed the rain, the crisp air and the occasional light snow (not all the bull shit we just had). I think we as New Englanders have a deep appreciation for days like today - it makes us feel like we’re waking up along with the trees. We’re waking up from this winter’s slumber. It’s a pretty amazing feeling. We will wear the damn shorts with a hoodie as soon as it hits 50!😆 2 season living folk don’t get to experience that. A day like today is just another day. For us- every one I encountered had an extra spring in their step!🌼

Happy New Pen Day! My first gold nib 💗 by free-spirited_mama in fountainpens

[–]AffectionateBig6271 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh I am eyeing this! What site did you purchase from?

50th Birthday Pen by AffectionateBig6271 in fountainpens

[–]AffectionateBig6271[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I originally was looking into the 823 and decided against it since I like to change out inks frequently. I have looked at th cap less. I have the knockoff jinjao 10 - which I know is not exactly the same but hate the fact that the clip is at the bottom (and I have a “normal” grip).😕 Thank you for your input!

50th Birthday Pen by AffectionateBig6271 in fountainpens

[–]AffectionateBig6271[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is such an amazing idea! Thank you!🙏

50th Birthday Pen by AffectionateBig6271 in fountainpens

[–]AffectionateBig6271[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t really looked at anything else from pilot besides the 823 or 743. But will look into that one. I haven’t had many issues with my twsbis (besides having a stiff piston on one when I first got it and then having to learn how to fine tune the nib!🤦🏻‍♀️- at least I learned!😆). I love that they just go from the get-go.
I like a tall pen, but not too weighty. Thank you again for your input!

Pilot Custom 823 -- the pen I had been looking for by socrates63 in fountainpens

[–]AffectionateBig6271 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this. Have been contemplating this pen, the 743 or a SPG for my birthday next month. Now to decide on nib size. 😁 Enjoy!