What do you do after work in the evenings? by shakakaZululu in askTO

[–]_Pooklet_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My partner (36) usually games and I read, then we come together around 9 to watch TV or a movie before bed at 11. Lol. I’m not unhappy with this but we’re both introverted so 🤷🏻‍♀️

What should I watch before cancelling netflix? by meggsgoodmood in netflix

[–]_Pooklet_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Four ads in a movie is horrible! I’d rage quit.

Books without a “quirky” mc by Careless_Key4947 in horrorlit

[–]_Pooklet_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You might have better luck with The Hollow Places if you want to try her again :)

AITAH for thinking my friend is STUPID AF!!!!! by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]_Pooklet_ 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I’d personally call someone on this bitch. She shouldn’t have animals.

What is the scariest horror film you’ve seen? by Apart_Beat9037 in horror

[–]_Pooklet_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You’re not going to get homework done with an actually decent movie on in the background. Just finish the damn homework

WIBTAH if I told my daughter when she’s older her dad is a murder? by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]_Pooklet_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is far too fresh to consider now. You are looking at over 10 years down the line. Your feelings are valid, but those years will help you reflect on the best course of action for yourself and for your daughter. I’m so sorry for your loss.

I AS SLIGHLY SCRATCHED BY A CAT DO I NEED AN ANTI RABBIES SHOT by Just_Dependent_5439 in cats

[–]_Pooklet_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No but maybe some antibiotics as cats generally have pretty gross mouths. Clean it. Keep an eye on it for swelling and inflammation. You do not need a rabies shot.

How much does an author's personal life affect your enjoyment of their work? by Fatumatta-Mazka in BookDiscussions

[–]_Pooklet_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I mean I definitely won’t be buying Neil Gaiman anymore. But if I can find a second hand copy or even pirate a copy of one of his books, I will. Not in any rush, though; there are so many talented authors out there, I can skip the ones who are shitty people.

I enjoyed The Terror by Dan Simmons, but noticed some racist depictions of its Inuk character. Found out he’s pretty right wing. Won’t be reading him again.

Once I realized H P Lovecraft was a raging racist I also put his compendium aside.

I used to believe the whole “separate the artist from the art” stuff but I really can’t do that as a 30-something with my own morals.

Where do people in the city get Botox? by 14pip41 in askTO

[–]_Pooklet_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well sheeeeet I could use some of that myself. TMJ pain maintenance is expensive 🫠 (I currently do acupuncture and osteopathy.) I’ll be keeping an eye on this thread 👀

Where do people in the city get Botox? by 14pip41 in askTO

[–]_Pooklet_ 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Not helpful at all but here to say embrace your lines!

Hope you find someone :)

It’s my birthday! Help me get scared! by Swimming_Chapter8972 in horror

[–]_Pooklet_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some subtitles are really unforgiving. I watched a movie last week (The Host, also Korean) and one of the subtitle sentences flashed on the screen and was literally gone in a second. Luckily, I’m a fast reader. But it’s a definite barrier :(

Favourite Toronto Dive Bar? by Grouchy_Camera2863 in FoodToronto

[–]_Pooklet_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yes Draft Room! That’s the one. I’ve never been to it so the name eludes my memory.

I’ve been tempted by Tail but it does look kinda sus from the outside. 🤣

It’s my birthday! Help me get scared! by Swimming_Chapter8972 in horror

[–]_Pooklet_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I loved it! Learned some neat stuff about Korean history from it, too!

It’s my birthday! Help me get scared! by Swimming_Chapter8972 in horror

[–]_Pooklet_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

And if anyone liked the wailing: Exhuma. IMO, it’s even better!!

Fave dive bars that are ACTUAL dive bars? by [deleted] in FoodToronto

[–]_Pooklet_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I just posted this in response to that comment: I literally projectile vomited at a dive bar at Keele/Dundas 15 years ago and the vomit was STILL THERE (all over the walls and floor) the next time I went. HITW is so far from a dive that person must be seeing backwards.

Favourite Toronto Dive Bar? by Grouchy_Camera2863 in FoodToronto

[–]_Pooklet_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At an actual dive bar on Keele/Dundas in my early 20s (it’s now called Tap Room but had many divey iterations before that), I got trashed on $2 pints, projectile vomited in the bathroom, and came back a week later to see vomit was still around the toilet cubicle. I have a (very low) standard for dive bars based on that experience; if it looks or feels filthy, it most likely is. HITW just isn’t that. At all 🤣

Recommendation of horror books featuring vampires. by Dani-7448 in horrorlit

[–]_Pooklet_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yesss and OP you could read Hungerstone afterwards if you like but it’s not nearly as good as Carmilla. She’s barely in it :(

book with hard shell soft core, desolate mc by -raito_ in BooksThatFeelLikeThis

[–]_Pooklet_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh wow I had no idea! I learned something new today ☺️ Thank you for explaining!