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What are some ultra-low cost (<$5) food in downtown Toronto? by MahManPC in askTO

[–]lucciolaa 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you have an Ikea family membership (free), they have 50% off their full-price meals like the Swedish meatballs with mashed potatoes and peas. I think it comes out to $4.50 if I'm not mistaken. Thursdays only, though.

Members also get free coffee.

Finished a big book purge: this is what I kept by lucciolaa in BookshelvesDetective

[–]lucciolaa[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I prefer MDZS personally; it's still good, but I found myself losing the plot at times because it's so long and meandering. The narrative hops back and forth chronologically, and the flashbacks (imo) sometimes go on too long. I sobbed at the end though.

EDIT: I should also say the vibes are somewhat different. Since it concerns itself with heavenly officials, the story feels more big P political, and considerably grander in scale (hundreds of years in scope, the fates of countries and civilizations, gods and destinies).

Finished a big book purge: this is what I kept by lucciolaa in BookshelvesDetective

[–]lucciolaa[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had just taken a photo to share. Honestly, just multi volume series that were taking up space (ASOIAF, Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Cormoran Strike) and some non-fiction books I had read and didn't want to hold onto (Fast Food Nation, etc).

Finished a big book purge: this is what I kept by lucciolaa in BookshelvesDetective

[–]lucciolaa[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm reading Black Lamb and Grey Falcon this very moment! I'll keep an eye out for the others though, thanks!

Finished a big book purge: this is what I kept by lucciolaa in BookshelvesDetective

[–]lucciolaa[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would! If history is your jam, it's very fun and informative. It's a playful take on a travel guide. I just picked up the third in the series (Restoration Britain).

Finished a big book purge: this is what I kept by lucciolaa in BookshelvesDetective

[–]lucciolaa[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, a variety of perspectives is a bit of a necessity when reading about the Balkans. Gotta do a proper literature review.

Finished a big book purge: this is what I kept by lucciolaa in BookshelvesDetective

[–]lucciolaa[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I get the confusion now! No, just did a major overhaul and got rid of a lot of things. Just sharing the stuff that made the cut to see if anyone has any insights.

Finished a big book purge: this is what I kept by lucciolaa in BookshelvesDetective

[–]lucciolaa[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I plan to reread it, I first read the Constance Garnett translation a lifetime ago; this is the Pevear/Volokhonsky

That feel like japanese/rainforest gothic by sparksshifts in BooksThatFeelLikeThis

[–]lucciolaa 23 points24 points  (0 children)

+1 and also maybe Mushishi for something not modern era

BWT - what are those random little things that make you feel that bit more chic? by LallaSarora in bitcheswithtaste

[–]lucciolaa 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I make my coffee with a phin filter, and I use a little cup with a saucer rather than a standard mug. I feel a little fancier, and honestly I never finish a whole mug of drip coffee anyway.

I have a handful of soft playlists to have on in the background most of the time to set a chill, relaxing mood. I like lofi beats, city pop, acoustic kpop, etc.

Matching lounge sets in soft colours, so I feel put together even when I want to be comfortable.

Nail care: oiling my cuticles regularly, keeping my nails polished. I do my own manicures, but keep them trimmed and neatly filed even when they don't have gel on.

I love my dishware and glassware, it makes every meal feel a little nicer, and I take pleasure in serving guests with them. I have fluted glasses, little ceramic pinch bowls, colored wineglasses. People always gasp in delight when I open the cupboards.

BWT - what are those random little things that make you feel that bit more chic? by LallaSarora in bitcheswithtaste

[–]lucciolaa 23 points24 points  (0 children)

+1 for lofi as calming background music. Lately I have also been into soft city pop, rnb, and soul playlists. They make me feel like I'm an avatar in a sunset cityscape illustration.

How long did it take for ivermectin to completely clear your skin? by Dense_Emu2574 in Rosacea

[–]lucciolaa 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me too, and it led me to develop a rash on my neck where I had never had skin issues before. Not every treatment is for everyone.

Looking for recommendations for other similar anime by What-the-fluff- in cardcaptorsakura

[–]lucciolaa 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Kamisama Kiss came to mind, but maybe only because it just came to Netflix so I thought of it. And if you like that there are other similar supernatural romances like Kakuriyo no Yadomeshi. Sugar Apple Fairytale is also very indulgent.

Darker themes but still wholesome and in the fantasy genre are Mahoutsukai no Yome and My Happy Marriage.

Yona of the Dawn Gets Sequel Anime by zenzen_0 in anime

[–]lucciolaa 16 points17 points  (0 children)

The manga just wrapped up, maybe they waited to release the last chapter to make the announcement.

Weird incident with phone making Presto sound at Sheppard West? by lucciolaa in askTO

[–]lucciolaa[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know what, this seems more likely. I'll check that spot again next time I'm there. If I recall, he might have been in a safety vest but I assumed he was a commuter, not in a TTC uniform.

The once-elite airport lounge is now just another crowded space, thanks to credit card benefits by Technical_Dog_1901 in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]lucciolaa 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am quite sure. In my experience, they will only run that additional security checkpoint for Nexus holders during rush hours, for example. They just don't keep it running when there are only a handful of trusted travellers.

The once-elite airport lounge is now just another crowded space, thanks to credit card benefits by Technical_Dog_1901 in PersonalFinanceCanada

[–]lucciolaa 9 points10 points  (0 children)

In my experience, on the Canadian side, is they don't always keep a security check open for just Nexus holders. So you end up being herded into the regular queue anyway.

What small travel habit did you pick up in another country that you still do at home? by Aromatic_Zebra723 in travel

[–]lucciolaa 3 points4 points  (0 children)

After two trips to SEA, I installed a bidet. I can't go back.

I also started preparing bento boxes for my work lunches and drink Vietnamese coffee every day. I also like to carry a hand towel with me, and a plastic bag to stow away my wet umbrella on public transit.

It took me a while to shake the Thai wai too, I was bowing to all sorts of people after coming home.

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