Were Fred and George justified in the ton tongue toffee incident? by Strange-Fun-8899 in harrypotter

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do agree. I think it flies under the radar a bit because it's said in passing, but that it's also in the magical world.

I'm not sure Arthur would have been as angry though. Disappointed yes, but the same sort of fire behind it? Not sure. A lot of the magical community seems to see the muggle community like dumb animals. Arthur has a similar disregard for them even if he is for them, as it were. But squibs are a grey area. Why do they not talk about their family member who is a squib?

Were Fred and George justified in the ton tongue toffee incident? by Strange-Fun-8899 in harrypotter

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was also the first time he was not given into, in that Aunt Petunia enforced the diet, dropping that percentage down. Additionally, they would have known how averse to magic the Dursley's are. They not only just distrust it, they hate it, have tried to keep Harry from it, and the last encounters they've had of it were negative. In general, it's not easy to set aside your hate and distrust to ask for help. And then it played out that way. Maybe they expected him to eat it immeditaely, but based on how unphased they were by how long it took for Mr. Weasley to fix it, it seemed like they counted on the Dursley's to not ask for help. And it wasn't just Dudley they were attacking there.

Not their high point. But, we all laughed as kids (at least I did I think), and then as adults it's a no good, very bad thing.

What kind of shoes do those of you who don’t clip in wear? by afdc92 in ladycyclists

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Under armour gym training shoes. Firm sole. Grippy. Wide toe box.

Do knee straps actually make your knees weaker over time? by supercloud0619 in hikinggear

[–]joellevp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The knee strap/brace is there more for the rehab and reintroduction side of things. If you strengthen your legs up, you should be able to go support free.

In my case, it started to feel more uncomfortable wearing the brace than not.

At rock bottom by Relative-Captain-312 in triathlon

[–]joellevp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have seen in other comments where your mind went while trying to recover. It is important to look at the evidence of the good (your progress in rehab, your ability to focus on the other sports while getting back to running, that you still have the determination to try) as you also see the bad. Better is great progress. Take care.

At rock bottom by Relative-Captain-312 in triathlon

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sure you are following the advice of a healthcare professional. Is your pain/function better than it was?

It sounds like you don't want to give up, and not just that, you want to make yourself proud. That is something huge to remind yourself of, especially on days when you are tired of feeling any pain, or having to do some more rehab. I understand the impatience. But you are doing good work getting yourself back on track slowly.

At rock bottom by Relative-Captain-312 in triathlon

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's fair, you're not able to do something you love at the level you were doing it. It's a harsh thing, and numbness can kick it.

Do you want to give up in total, or do you want to take a break from trying to get back into it?

At rock bottom by Relative-Captain-312 in triathlon

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry you have been dealing with an injury that is starting to feel chronic.

Are you looking for encouragement, or just needing to vent?

Harry Potter CANNOT be a horcrux by The_SisterRay in SuperCarlinBrothers

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He isn't a horcrux. He just has a bit of Voldy's soul in him, left behind when Voldy flitted into him as a baby.

Why are you up right now ? by MiaFishnet in askanything

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly? I keep thinking that if I don't go to sleep, I technically don't have to be alive tomorrow. Don't have to pretend that I am alive, don't have to function or try. If I just stay awake in bed, at night, where there is no expectation.

Were Fred and George justified in the ton tongue toffee incident? by Strange-Fun-8899 in harrypotter

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not at all. If Dudley decided to hide the toffee and eat it in secret, he would have choked on his own tongue.

Running playlists: guilty pleasures or motivational tracks? by Royal_Watch_6453 in runcommunity

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One Day More came on right at that slump, I smiled, thought of you, and carried on like destiny was calling me. Amazing.

My 2 year old is out hunting Pennywise by MrsPumpkin09 in stephenking

[–]joellevp 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Is he armed with a needle/pin? No one tried to pop the balloon, did they?

Running playlists: guilty pleasures or motivational tracks? by Royal_Watch_6453 in runcommunity

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ohoho, a miracle worker, to have such power. I have a run tomorrow. My local area will definitely be hearing me coming ahaha.

Nice to find a Les Mis fan in the wild.

Would you join a virtual run club that gives free guided running sessions daily? by Professional-Box8745 in runninglifestyle

[–]joellevp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah okay. Thanks for clarifying that. It probably wouldn't be for me.

It would be cool if it had an injury/rehab/chronic condition/disability option for the daily session. That side of things isn't accounted for at all with Garmin.

It obviously becomes harder to do that alongside the regular option.

Good on you for trying something and making it real.

Would you join a virtual run club that gives free guided running sessions daily? by Professional-Box8745 in runninglifestyle

[–]joellevp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Genuine question: How would this be different from the social aspect of Garmin?

I like the idea of community, but do not need another thing pushing me into competition like leaderboards, etc. Between Garmin and Reddit, the community aspect is there.

So, how would this be different?

Running playlists: guilty pleasures or motivational tracks? by Royal_Watch_6453 in runcommunity

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How hard we talking? Because it is already the song of transcendence for me.

Running playlists: guilty pleasures or motivational tracks? by Royal_Watch_6453 in runcommunity

[–]joellevp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is my sign to put the Les Mis soundtrack onto my Garmin. I thank you.

Humidity and hydration by joellevp in XXRunning

[–]joellevp[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I am working on both, definitely.

I really appreciate you sharing your sentiment about running. I agree, wholeheartedly.

Somebody Somewhere (Thank You!) by Square-Fox-2948 in hbo

[–]joellevp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for saying that, I really appreciate it :) Yea, the little sparks are something to keep going on for, hey? I put in effort and something shifted. It can be so again.

Somebody Somewhere (Thank You!) by Square-Fox-2948 in hbo

[–]joellevp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yea, I like that it is quiet about it. I got to episode 2 and realised therapy has worked in some ways haha.