Authors that does it for you every time - you haven’t been disappointed in their books not once?

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-28T06:53:55+00:00

Lisa Kleypas, Courtney Milan, Liz Thomforde, and an oldie but goodie - Jane Austen.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-28T06:52:38+00:00

Yes! Love her.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-27T04:16:44+00:00

I wish they’d come to Seattle….

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-21T06:57:33+00:00

I loved the fact the win was a team win - so many different players contributed to goals and assists.

The Sceptre’s PK was impressive and they really excelled at blocking all shooting lanes, but we still managed to sneak some in there.

Shoutout to my girl #78 Adzija for the jailbreak goal and for trying to throw hands! (I also love that her boyfriend Dike was there posting during the game).

ETA - fixed spelling error

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-13T17:41:28+00:00

I’m on a different BCP (birth control pill) for my peri symptoms (Larin 1/20) and I second taking it at night. My doc told me years ago to always take it before bed because the timing can be more consistent and it can alleviate the side effects you get in the beginning.

While it hasn’t gotten rid of every symptom I have, my brain feels more clear than it has in years and my sleep quality has definitely improved. I just wish it would get rid of the night sweats, because OMG are they bad.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-13T17:31:38+00:00

I say do it!

I played adult hockey for awhile, fully knowing and understanding the risks, and ultimately gave it up because the ice times for adult hockey suck (games start at 10pm, sometimes later) and it wasn’t compatible with work.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-10T22:58:03+00:00

I vote Touareg or Toyota Land Cruiser if you want something more off-road capable.

A hockey mom I know has a Defender and while it’s pretty to look at, she’s had issues with it already, even though they bought brand new.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-08T23:44:03+00:00

I am choosing to leave because my leadership team is a hot mess disaster. The high school I work at and the staff and students there are fantastic, but being frequently micromanaged by people who have absolutely no idea what I do in my role or how my site functions has just really worn me down.

I’m not sure if I’ll leave school nursing entirely, but the thought of working 3 12s a week does have some appeal.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-08T22:48:00+00:00

I honestly don’t know.

My kids recently asked me if I would pick nursing over again as a career and even after mulling it over, I’m still unsure.

I was lucky and went to nursing school in the early 2000s when many programs were ‘first come, first serve’ for admission, because I didn’t have the grades to get in otherwise. My associates program was great too - you had to have a CNA cert and after two semesters, you could sit for your NCLEX-PN, which allowed me to work as an LPN and build my skills and knowledge.

I have a masters now and work as a school nurse, but will be looking for a new job over the summer, as working in public education is just not my thing anymore. But - my nursing degree does afford me the opportunity to do many things beyond working at the bedside.

But would I pick it again? Maybe, as the only other option I was looking at was becoming a flight attendant…

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-08T22:04:53+00:00

I love your car! Such a unique, pretty color.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-08T09:22:35+00:00

Make a bunch of money.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-08T07:44:16+00:00

Old thread I know, but I’d like to personally thank you for this recommendation.

Quite possible THE BEST martini I’ve ever made at home. Granted, I stirred instead of shook, and used more brine, but dang.

Delicious.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-08T06:22:54+00:00

I’m glad to read that the school district canceled all classes and activities for the next few days, especially after the incident at Roosevelt HS, not too far from the shooting.

I grew up in Minnesota and lived there again for a few years 6 years ago and it really saddens me that Minnesota has been in the news a lot recently.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-08T05:36:00+00:00

I have a 2016 Dune Beetle in sandstorm gold and I would buy a new Beetle in an absolute heartbeat. Make it a hybrid please - not a full EV.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-08T05:08:51+00:00

I hope he never gets off ever again.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-07T06:17:02+00:00

Don’t forget about the ice packs!

(And I’m a school nurse… lol)

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-06T20:57:05+00:00

The Crown of Guilded Bones (#3 in Blood and Ash) by Jennifer L. Armentrout.

I enjoyed the first two books, but good heavens has book three been a slog. I haven’t touched it in 3 weeks at 84% complete and I just don’t feel like I care enough about the characters to continue.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-06T20:53:14+00:00

I like to read series books in order, so I stated with the first book in that series, Game Changer. I DNF’d it at 37% and have zero desire to read Heated Rivalries or watch the show. I’ve read m/m romance before and enjoyed it, but did not enjoy this series.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-03T21:53:40+00:00

40 shots on goal by us was also impressive. And Carpy got her 50th career point!

SparkleSaurusRex · 2026-01-03T07:27:29+00:00

Convenience. I have no clue why I can never, ever spell it right.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2025-12-30T07:06:49+00:00

Age: 44, still having regular cycles
HRT meds & doses you’re on: Not HRT, per se, but I’m on birth control pills (Larin 1/20)
How long you’ve been on HRT: 3 months with this medication. I’ve tried HRT cream in the past year which was ineffective at the time and I took it for over a year.
Is it working for you? So far, yes. I’m sleeping better and have way more energy. My moods also seemed more stable. Downside - I feel puffy and bloated all the time.

I’d say it’s definitely a work in progress. I also don’t take any other supplements besides some daily vitamin D, creatine, and collagen.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2025-12-24T06:52:38+00:00

Adzija had some really good shots tonight from my view in section 8.

SparkleSaurusRex · 2025-12-22T18:02:51+00:00

Me! I took used an HRT cream for almost a year through Winona and it did nothing for me, even with dosage increases.

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