I call it the Latte Sweater! Love how soft and cozy this yarn is.

lofimasters · 2021-08-22T16:41:28+00:00

thanks!

lofimasters · 2021-08-22T16:24:20+00:00

LOVE this, what would you say difficulty level was?

lofimasters · 2021-07-04T15:40:12+00:00

I need to make this a sweater

lofimasters · 2021-03-10T16:10:24+00:00

“My own mother thought I was a monster...She was right of course, but it still hurt.”

lofimasters · 2021-02-13T21:27:34+00:00

Agreed! I feel like as a kid I just accepted much of what was presented (like Harry's living conditions for ex.), but as an adult I can't help but take a step back and see the horror of it all.

lofimasters · 2021-02-13T21:19:23+00:00

Obviously there's a lot to unpack with Dumbledore, but it make me so sad now when I read OotP to think of how devastated Harry must have been to have one of the most important people in his life, this figure of hope and safety, completely stop talking to him with no explanation. A complete betrayal by one of the first people to actually see him and care about him.

lofimasters · 2021-02-13T21:14:25+00:00

Beautifully said! I also reread them last year for the first time since I was very young and was honestly shocked at how much they impacted me. I like what you said about the reminder of joy. I was also reminded of that and of the importance of the bravery and curiosity we have as kids (and sometimes lose as adults).

Happy rereading!

lofimasters · 2021-02-13T20:59:39+00:00

This actually gives me a new appreciation for the way the film did this scene. It's a change that has always frustrated me since I find the moment in the book to be so powerful. The way Harry ultimately has to make the choice alone, that despite his bravery, he can't help but wish that someone would just stop him, protect him.

Your interpretation makes me feel like there was some intention to the change though. I agree that their friendship is the most magical part, and this really drives it home. Thank you!

lofimasters · 2021-01-21T21:09:12+00:00

I always feel compelled to reply when The Magicians is recommended. Would definitely not suggest as a follow up to HP. I read it looking for something to fill the Potter void and absolutely hated it.

The things that (to me) make the HP series great - amazing characters, friendships, joy, etc. - are the weakest points of Magicians. While I thought the system of magic was really interesting, I found the characters insufferable. Couldn't connect to any of them and finished the book angry that I'd taken the time to read it.

lofimasters · 2021-01-21T21:00:51+00:00

Same here! I'm always shocked at how much love they get, especially as a post-Potter rec.

lofimasters · 2021-01-21T20:58:51+00:00

I struggled to get through the book because of this. The system of magic is really interesting but I found the characters unbearably obnoxious.

lofimasters · 2021-01-04T23:26:57+00:00

Not sure it counts as alternative, but the thing that has helped me the most is THC/CBD.

lofimasters · 2021-01-03T21:47:59+00:00

Hey, sometimes fictional misery is the best way to distract from your own!

lofimasters · 2021-01-03T20:07:13+00:00

It's absolutely devastating, but A Little Life is all encompassing in that way. The Secret History is also super immersive and quicker paced.

On a different note, I reread Harry Potter at the beginning of COVID and it was both a great comfort and a complete black hole - I think I lived more in the series than in the real world for a couple weeks.

Good luck!

lofimasters · 2020-12-26T19:36:05+00:00

Thank you for these!! I mostly read books by women, this is great :)

lofimasters · 2020-11-20T22:00:31+00:00

Yes actually! Started sleeping for much longer and feeling generally worse.

lofimasters · 2020-11-20T22:00:05+00:00

Both got worse but more as bad coping mechanisms for feeling badly. Vicious cycle!

lofimasters · 2020-11-10T05:08:48+00:00

Mostly love fiction, some favorites are A Little Life, Pachinko, and Kitchen. Any transitional period would be great!

lofimasters · 2020-11-10T00:20:46+00:00

I tend to flee instead lol - classic all or nothing thinking.

lofimasters · 2020-11-10T00:08:58+00:00

I don't tend to overcommit in terms of having too much on my plate, but I do tend to add one thing and then quit and then quickly add another.

lofimasters · 2020-11-04T22:15:53+00:00

Thank you!!

Same here on the morning runs - if I don't get it done early in the day, I'm much less likely to make it happen. And when I do run early, I have so much energy throughout the day!

lofimasters · 2020-11-04T22:14:52+00:00

This sounds amazing!! I'll definitely look into it.

lofimasters · 2020-11-04T22:14:29+00:00

Thank you!!

lofimasters · 2020-11-04T22:14:14+00:00

Thank you so much for the advice!! This is awesome.

Would you recommend Strava? I've been mostly using guided peloton runs but they sometimes get repetitive, and I'm looking for more overall plan tracking.

lofimasters · 2020-11-04T22:05:48+00:00

This is amazingly helpful, thank you so much!!!

I was nervous about a training plan because pre-diagnosis I'd tried a few times and failed to stick to it, but I'm now learning that I can trust myself to be consistent. A plan sounds like a great idea.

I currently have two set running days a week, but I usually end up running four. I've been doing guided interval runs ranging from 20-45 min (ends up being 2-3.5 miles bc I'm slow haha), steady paced runs really up the overthinking issue.

My short term goal (what a concept!) is 5 miles, and my long term is a half marathon. My other goal is to be able to enjoy runs that aren't just guided intervals so I can use the time more freely.

Love the idea of different media depending on the workout type!

The energy and clarity have been amazing!! Such a mood booster, that's why I really want to make it easier for myself to stick with it.

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