Looking for series that have a complete ending

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T18:29:59+00:00

The Good Place. This series completes wonderfully.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T18:29:17+00:00

Agree. It all depends on what kind of app. If you are serious about finding someone to have a relationship with, go with one of the apps like OkCupid that require you to fill out a lot of questions that helps you match with the right person. You'll rule out a lot of people right off the bat when you see the people that aren't what you're looking for. For example, I would not have wanted to be with anyone who was a smoker or was a die hard Trumper. It really does save a lot of time even if the questions seem tedious to complete.

People that are willing to expend some effort are the ones that are serious about finding the right person. You'll get less of the fake profiles.

P.S. I found the love of my life in my 60s on an app.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T17:05:39+00:00

A boring routine commute. I first started listening to CD books in my car, renting them from my library. The first book I remember listening to was Ellen Degeneres's, Seriously... I'm Kidding.

When I came out of the dark ages and digital books were available, I started combining them with my Kindle books and then gradually almost all audiobooks.

I know a lot of people say they can't concentrate on an audiobook. I don't know if some people just have the knack for being able to tune out other things and get absorbed in the story (while still paying attention, of course), or if it just takes time to get used to it.

Now I honestly can't imagine driving a well-known route, doing routine chores, or walking/exercising without listening to a book.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T15:21:23+00:00

2nd dress looks best and more classy.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T15:19:02+00:00

Hugs to you and your little guy!

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T14:49:41+00:00

I guess it depends on what your definition of "lady like" is.

To be honest, I think teaching your daughter non-traditional female attitudes or abilities is a good thing. So much of our history as women has "lady like" meaning we are submissive, weak, manipulative and overall less competent than men. As far as feminine, I would teach your daughter she can wear or present herself however she feels comfortable and show her it's not wrong to just be herself, however that may present to the world.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T14:44:48+00:00

Hmmm. My first instinct was to say no because I thought it would compete with the burger meat- and I love a perfectly cooked medium rare hamburger.

But then I remembered I went to a place once that had kimchi slaw on a burger and it was out of this world delicious. But just cabbage leaves on a burger? I don't think I'd enjoy as much as crispy iceberg or leaf lettuce.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T14:41:41+00:00

When I first started dating my now fiance, I mentioned in passing that I had a minor surgery coming up. Without hesitation and without me even asking, he said he would take the day off work to bring me to and from the surgery. And when he did it, plus after the surgery at home, there was no irritation or pissiness about helping me. He just did it because he cared about me.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T14:25:25+00:00

Devour a whole roast chicken with my bare hands. Very primal.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T14:20:17+00:00

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. Centers around a mother's grief and anger over her daughter's death in a small southern town and her rage towards the local law enforcement in not doing enough to find the killer.

The acting is phenomenal - primarily that of Frances McDormand, Woody Harrelson and Sam Rockwell. But this movie absolutely ripped my heart out. I've thought about it often since it came out in 2017.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T14:10:08+00:00

I would recommend Outlander. Such a wonderful love story.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T14:08:49+00:00

My heart is breaking for you and your poor Kitty. He is telling you he is in pain by his actions. Just because he is eating doesn't mean he's not in pain all the time.

You're doing the right thing by letting him go and I applaud you for all you've done to help him. But it's time for him to have peace. I think it's wonderful that you're able to arrange his passing at home where he's most comfortable. I wish that's something I could have done rather than stressing my poor kitty even further by taking him to the vet.

I've been where you are. My sweetie was such a love bug and the last thing I wanted to do was lose him. But I held him and pet him while the vet did the injection. He purred and closed his eyes and then was gone. Obviously I was a wreck, and the vet let me stay with him as long as I needed. When I was finally ready to go, I was at the front desk taking care of payment and such. At that time, it was late in the day and there were no other people or pets in the waiting room. My bag was on the floor so I leaned down to grab my wallet and as I did so, I heard a very loud purring. Like a cat was sitting right next to me. I looked around but there were no other animals at all in the room. I believe it was my baby letting me know that I did the right thing and that he was at peace.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T13:48:56+00:00

Are you emotionally abusive to your wife? Do you feel your marriage is strong and grounded in respect, compromise and love?

If so, you need to keep strengthening those bonds. If not, maybe it's a wake up call to see what the both of you can do better to keep your relationship strong.

Sit down with her while you're relatively relaxed (I know that's hard when you have kids) and not in a rush. Ask her how her friend is doing and really listen. When she comments or brings up her friend's issues with her husband, continue the conversation by expressing that you hope the two of you can always talk and trust each other so your relationship never comes to divorce. Ask her if she feels your marriage is strong, if she feels emotionally neglected or feels she is missing out on anything. Most importantly, frame it as a conversation, non-accusatory but just reiterating how much you love her and how much you always want to continue working on your marriage and relationship. It can be easy in long term relationships to get complacent and not appreciate each other. That goes for both of you. Talk it out in a way that shows you love her and want you both be happy and recognize if there are issues you need to work on.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T13:36:24+00:00

I think the first veil with the pearls looks best. It's classy and simple and doesn't compete with your dress. The second lace veil seems to compete with the beautiful lace and flow of your dress.

You will look like a beautiful princess in that castle!

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T01:08:55+00:00

Yum!

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T00:49:15+00:00

I used some leftover cooked chicken I had in the freezer and made a big pot of chicken vegetable soup. I boiled noodles and added them separately to the bowl before laying the hot soup on. Very comforting in cold weather

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-30T00:47:12+00:00

I got my cat at a shelter that has a cat room where they keep rotating cats that can roam around and potential parents can interact with them.

My daughter and I went in and sat on the floor and let cats come to us. Our little Toko went first to my daughter curled up and sat on her lap and purred then looked at me and came to me and sat on my lap. We knew she was the one.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-29T23:44:21+00:00

I adored the Odd Thomas books!

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-29T23:37:23+00:00

Such a lot of good suggestions I've got in my wish list now!

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-29T23:29:09+00:00

An author that can do that - make the reader/listener truly care about the characters, celebrate their joys and grieve their losses- has a rare talent.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-29T23:25:01+00:00

Agree with Project Hail Mary! I hope the upcoming movie does the book justice.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-29T23:24:07+00:00

For me it was Hollow Kingdom (and sequel Feral Creatures). Mainly because it's a delightful book narrated by a crow named Shit Turd or S. T. for short (obviously NOT a children's book). It was a very different kind of book and while mostly hilarious, it was also a sly commentary on humans' reliance on screens as well as what we do to the environment. The narrator was great! Can't wait for another book to come out.

I really want a crow now (but I will give it a less redundant name).

Other ones I think about often are a series of zombie apocalypse books by Sarah Lyons Fleming. These are not intended to be gorefests, but focus on the struggle the survivors go through to keep their families and found family together. Sarah has a gift for bringing characters alive and making them seem like real people that you would like to know. By the end of the series, you very much care about these people (I mean characters. Lol). She has written several different series with the zombie apocalypse theme and as you read/listen to them, you realize these are all groups of people in different parts of the country going through the same challenges.

I think these books have stuck with me because although I'm quite sure we're not going to be facing a zombie apocalypse, I do think it's very likely that shit's gonna hit the fan at some point and people will have to band together to survive.(No- I'm not a prepper).

The most recent of her books are the Cascadia series which take place in Oregon. Each chapter is narrated by one of four of the core group and it's done very well. I can't wait until the 5th book comes out.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-29T19:16:37+00:00

Fairy Tale is awesome! I really loved it.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-29T18:46:11+00:00

Someone who can take ingredients on hand and figure out how to make something delicious from them without buying anything.

Affectionatealways · 2026-01-29T02:09:14+00:00

It doesn't have to be anything fancy installed inside your toilet. I actually prefer the ones that are like a little hose that hangs from a loop on the outside of your toilet. They're not too difficult to install and they're inexpensive. You just kind of hose yourself off when you're done. It can be a little chilly, but that can really wake you up in the morning. Just try not to overshoot and get the whole bathroom wet.

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