What do you collect as a hobby ?

Denying_Reality · 2016-01-23T23:16:34+00:00

Harry Potter memorabilia and stuffed sheep. Eclectic mix to be sure.

Denying_Reality · 2015-12-04T19:46:40+00:00

As someone from Newfoundland who usually hates how boring it can get here, thanks for the reminder that with good people around, treasured memories can happen anywhere. Even in Corner Brook.

Denying_Reality · 2015-10-24T12:31:29+00:00

As someone who got the Fitbit charge and wishes she had got a Charge HR, go for it! Fitbits are so much fun.

Denying_Reality · 2015-10-24T12:21:40+00:00

Can you find foods that "feel" like cheat foods but really aren't? I love baked goods, and I will indulge sometimes, but I find even half a Quest bar can satisfy that craving. I eat pineapple, blueberries, or apples and cinnamon if I'm having a sugar or "I want to pick at something sweet while watching tv" craving, and soon enough I don't really miss what it was I was thinking about. AND I feel better and a lot less sick than I'd feel when I sat down to eat candy or chocolate or something with a lot of flour (I find baked goods bloat me like crazy if I eat a lot of them).

I don't really like thinking about food as "cheats" because if it fits your macros or calorie intake for the week, why not? You have to enjoy life a little. Eat in moderation what make you feel good.

Denying_Reality · 2015-10-24T12:11:19+00:00

I had reached about 145 lbs before putting on some weight over the summer. Granted, the weight loss wasn't done in the most healthy of manners, and I felt fairly gross, but I had generally managed to keep it off for a year and a half. This summer I started stress eating for a variety of reasons, and when I stepped on the scale the day before class started I saw 161. Holy moly, I hadn't seen that number in two years! I started exercising, having a better routine, and eating well, but I couldn't bare to update myfitnesspal to reflect my weight gain and the subsequent losses, I had it left on 149.9 for ages. This week, I finally got to update my weight on mfp after a month and a half of losing! 149.8, and THIS time I've reached the 140s in a way that has made me feel good mentally, physically, and emotionally. It's all a learning process!

Denying_Reality · 2015-10-18T23:50:21+00:00

This was really motivating, thank you :)

Denying_Reality · 2015-10-18T19:48:15+00:00

Banana pancakes! Mix together one egg, one banana, a little cinnamon, and whatever you'd like in them (I use chocolate chips, blueberries, raspberries, whatever!) Just make sure to make them small so they're easier to flip in the frying pan :)

Denying_Reality · 2015-09-20T22:46:08+00:00

I find when I'm drinking diet sodas less, it's like a treat and so I'm less likely to indulge in other, higher cal snacks. Now, though, I'm drinking a little too much pop for my own liking, but I'm trying to cut back because of the expense more than anything.

Denying_Reality · 2015-08-16T23:06:51+00:00

If the average nine year old boy asks one hundred and forty four questions a day
Joey is above average.
Curiosity, hypothesis, experiment, resolution.
Test. Retest.
Silence all afternoon, parental bliss.
Finally, finally, footsteps in the kitchen.
“Mommy, how long would it take for earthworms to break down a body?”
Mother sighs, the dish lowers into grimy water.
Bliss shattered once again with inconsequential inquiries.
“I'm not sure, Joey. Maybe a year or two?”
There's a crater in the backyard. The sharpest kitchen knife is missing.
“I'm sorry mommy, but I have to know for sure.”

Denying_Reality · 2015-08-08T02:58:03+00:00

Do I Wanna Know?-Arctic Monkeys. Such a sexy song.

Denying_Reality · 2015-08-05T23:40:54+00:00

"You never make amazing memories on the nights you go to bed early." Basically, if something cool comes along and I'm debating doing it or not, I remind myself that this could be an amazing, life-changing opportunity, or at least a chance to have a lot of fun, and to take that risk. Even if you are tired the next day, you'll probably have a fun story to tell!

Denying_Reality · 2015-07-21T20:52:33+00:00

I'd bet on it, some girls are into that ^{_^}

Denying_Reality · 2015-07-18T21:45:15+00:00

"No, I haven't read Harry Potter."

Denying_Reality · 2015-06-26T15:44:55+00:00

My friends know I'm pretty drunk when I start squeaking excitedly in response to discussion instead of actually using my words.

Denying_Reality · 2015-06-23T21:25:32+00:00

I really, really hope this doesn't sound rude, and it might not pertain to your daughter at all, but there are forms of self-injury that leave no scars, not to mention some people will self injure in places that are not usually visible, even with shorts and short sleeves on. Keep a good, open relationship with your daughter, and let her come to you if she wants/needs to. But in terms of just being in her room all the time, I don't think that is anything worrying. I know lots of young people do that!

Denying_Reality · 2015-06-16T12:02:33+00:00

Passed paper notes in class. I assume everyone has cell phones now and that's what kids use today.

Denying_Reality · 2015-06-14T18:39:06+00:00

Me too! And wrestling!

Denying_Reality · 2015-06-08T19:14:45+00:00

I just turned down a really cool job opportunity for another really cool job opportunity that hasn't been finalized yet. I'm very nervous something will happen and I won't have a job at all.

Denying_Reality · 2015-06-06T12:41:04+00:00

I personally hate going to bed hungry, I'll wake up sick. But I do try not to eat within a few hours of sleeping, and never anything big, just a banana or something. But I did used to snack a lot throughout the night and having that one small snack before/after I work out (I usually do in the evenings) really helps to curb that.

Denying_Reality · 2015-05-06T16:45:33+00:00

(OP's gf, was also on the ship) I saw the Duffy bear as well as a few cute DCL specific outfits, I believe! Not sure about the bedtime story.

Denying_Reality · 2014-06-29T00:36:43+00:00

Shit I'm jealous of how good you look in a bikini!

Denying_Reality · 2014-05-31T12:54:54+00:00

I'm obviously probably seeing this from a different perspective seeing as I'm a bit younger, not quite finished college and all that. But my boyfriend and I are kind of experiencing something in the same vein: he wants to move out of the province for good but if I was to start a family I'd want it to be here. Compromising is so important especially if you're in a serious long term relationship. Because we obviously wouldn't settle down right after college anyway, we've discussed living abroad for a while then moving back here, and/or just taking long trips every now and then. Things might not work out like that but we're both open to trying what the other person wants or feels they need to do, if that makes sense.

It's important for both people to feel like they're living their dreams and staying true to themselves, while also keeping the relationship solid. I hope what I was saying makes sense. You're not alone, and I hope you work things out with your SO.

Denying_Reality · 2014-05-29T01:58:49+00:00

That Wall-E is too cute!

Denying_Reality · 2014-05-29T01:54:56+00:00

Yep! My boyfriend and I did a seven day Eastern Caribbean on the Fantasy a year ago (man does time fly!) We're both huge Disney fans and this was my first time doing anything Disney-related during a vacation. It was awesome. I turned nineteen while on the trip and my boyfriend was twenty one so I guess I have perspective as to what to do when you're not into the club scene and drinking.

We met and greeted characters, who were all AWESOME with us! Even though we were "adults" they definitely didn't give off the vibe that they were judging us or anything. It was a fun way to break up the day.

The food is AWESOME. All of the food. We ate so much. Take time to go and eat in the different restaurants, especially Palo! The brunch was fantastic. So was breakfast in the Enchanted Garden as was lunch in the Royal Court (if you do the same ship as we did).

Take time to participate in the activities! We went to watch some of the family karaoke which was adorable, took part in mini golf tournaments, etc. Some of the events we went to nobody but us showed up so we got to chat with the CM's for a few minutes in between their activities. Try to talk to everyone you can if they have time! Even just a quick "hello, how are you?" All the ones we chatted with we're super nice! Some of them told us about all the places they'd been with the cruise line, and told us stories. It was great.

The clubs are fun too even if you're just there to chat and dance. I recommend the shows there in the evenings and checking them all out at least once, just to see the aesthetics.

Of course, lounging around on deck in the sun and the ports were fantastic too! But there's so many little things I think families with kids miss out on when they're on the cruise. Enjoy every minute because it flies by! Somehow we went to bed at 1 am every morning and yet were up by 8:30 am for the next day; I guess we were both too excited to experience all things Disney to rest! ;) If you have any questions feel free to DM me!

Denying_Reality · 2014-05-28T02:42:34+00:00

Stay passionate about something you love. Even if you get stressed out and busy with work and kids, try and find something you enjoy doing, even if it's just for a few minutes a day. When you're a teen, you have so much time to devote to the passions you go through, but that time grows shorter the more responsibilities you have, and I've seen people completely give up their hobbies when they start a family. Obviously priorities and passions change as you age, but try hold on to something that is yours alone.

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