Shape Shifters Team Chat - April 2025
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Happy Monday team! Today is National Thankful for Libraries Day!
So…what are you all reading lately? Any recommendations? I am finishing Kristin Hannah’s, “The Women,” which is the story of one woman’s experience as a surgical nurse during and after the Vietnam War. I love historical fiction, and this one was exceptionally touching and moving. Highly recommend
Share your reading recommendations with us!
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@nancyinmiami I knew it was National Library Month but missed the day, so thank you for pointing that out. I am a big reader, usually have 2-3 books going at any given time (1 book, 1 Kindle, 1 audiobook). I read The Women a while back and enjoyed it. I also love historical fiction. I just finished Pachinko and the Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, enjoyed both. I just started The Light Between Oceans and am listening to a light rom-com called the Honeymoon Crashers. That has gotten me funny looks as I've busted out laughing multiple times at the gym. 😂
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@DaffyGirl88 i have to put both Pachinko and Seven Husbands on my list! I’ve heard about both but never got around to them. Thanks!!
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Happy 🐣 Easter hope you all enjoyed it.
I enjoyed my Greek Easter having a lovely time in Santorini.We have had a walk every morning.Those steps are a killer but I will never tire of the wonderful views.Would post some photos if I could.
My steps
- 4/15 9,154
- 4/16 13,815
- 4/17 9,176
- 4/18 10,763
- 4/19 9,623
- 4/20 14,976
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@izzyred9400 I'm not sure if it applies to you, but I also have problems posting pics. I exclusively use my android phone. I can't post pics on the app, but if I use the website on my phone's browser, I can upload pictures without a problem. It's one of the reasons I don't post many pictures.
I'm glad you enjoyed your trip!
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Sunshinezombiegirl1
Monday check inPW: 176.6
CW: 177.7
Steps:
15th: 8317
16th: 2343
17th: 4052
18th: 2998
19th: 7300
20th 4642
Everything was uneven from last week and gained a pound from whatever. I'm hoping that I can start to get back into my routines again. Being sick takes too much from me.
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looneycatblue
Sun, Apr 13
PW: 163.6
CW: 161.4 (only because I was sick all week with little appetite) I'm feeling better now, and eating, I hope my body doesn't do a complete reversal.
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Good morning!
Monday steps: 13,260
@looneycatblue and @sunshinezombiegirl1 I hope y'all are feeling better soon.
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One more to add to the what-are-you-reading-list. Just started this last night. Not sure whether this will be a 👍 or 👎. If anyone has read it, I’m interested to hear your thoughts!
I know Emily Henry has a huge fan following. This is my first Emily Henry so we’ll see 🤷♀️
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Just checking in because, well, I'm so far off track. Hoping to refocus and get my head back in the game.
I fell off track while sick last week and am struggling to get back to doing what I need to. My lungs still aren't 100% better, so running or any strenuous exercise is still out. But I could definitely be eating better. And I definitely should be tracking my food. I did make a healthy vegetable soup yesterday to help. Now I just need to cut back on extra snacking and make sure my portion sizes are within my goals.
It's a new day and I'm going to do better today. I hope everyone has a good day, and everyone who's struggling with sicknesses feel better soon!
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I'm currently reading Eragon by Christopher Paolini, though it's been sitting on the side table, untouched, for a while as I haven't been very good at making time for reading lately. It's pretty good so far if you like dragons and fantasy.
I have recently read some of Freida McFadden books. They were entertaining enough, but after reading 3 of her books, I don't have a deep desire to continue reading her stuff. I feel like I've been there, done that, time for something new.
And I have read Born to Run by Christopher McDougall. It was a bit dry at points, but overall, was a pretty good read. Inspirational for runners, for sure.
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Daily step goal: 10,000
🔹Sun 4/20: 10,046
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@nancyinmiami I listened to that one and really enjoyed it. I liked Miles and the girl (who's name I forgot) that she works with who becomes her best friend. I've listened to a few of her books, I think this one and Happy Place were my favorites. There were a couple that I stopped listening to for one reason or another. I loved the audiobooks, they are something that I can listen to but not so in depth that I can't focus on other things - like driving. 😂 I've found her to be like Abbey Jiminez, sometimes hit or miss.
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@Zaxa2021 I haven't read Eragon, dragons and such are more my daughter's thing than mine. However if we're talking Aragorn, that's another matter! Hubba hubba! 😂 My daughter and I were both glued to the LOTR movies, her for Legolas and me for Aragorn. LOL
I think the only Freida McFadden book I've read was the first in the Housemaid series. It was pretty good, plenty of twists, but again not something that I would typically read. I tend to favor historical fiction or contemporary adult fiction.
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@Zaxa2021 oh I remember Eragon! There were a few years when just about every student of mine was carrying that book around! I’m not a dragons/fantasy girl, but because that book got so many of my non-readers actually reading, I had to pick it up. Excellent. @DaffyGirl88 glad to hear you liked Funny Story. I’m about 1/3 through so I’ll keep going. I’m usually a hold the book in my hands reader, but since my eye surgery, book reading is still a little difficult, so I’ve discovered the beauty of audiobooks. Where has this been all my life lol? I guess we learn something new every day 😊
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Monday’s Steps
Daily Goal: 7,000
3/20: 3,296I didn’t charge my battery so I wasn’t able to record all my steps but I’m averaging more steps than last month so that’s good enough for me.
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No doubt you meant: Monday 3/21 = 3,296. That's what I logged it as.
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Daily step goal 10000
4-20: 100954-21: 10403
Sunday: nothingMonday: Strong Seniors
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@nancyinmiami I am currently reading John Scalzi's latest!
On a side note, has anyone else noticed the quote functionality seems to be borked?
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Good morning everyone!
Tuesday steps: 10,785
Lots of meetings today so my steps will surely suffer. 😕
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Wednesday Weigh In
PW: 166.3
CW: 167
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Steps
4/19 7,820
4/20 7,516
4/21 5,549
4/22 5,200
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I'd like to rejoin for May, please. I was on Shapeshifters before. Look forward to reconnecting
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p8mbwghh9
Wednesday weigh in
PW 121.3
CW 120.5
LTD 39.5
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Daily step goal 10000
4-22: 10425
Tuesday: spring cleaning
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@frankwbrown wrote:
No doubt you meant: Monday
3/21= 3,296. That's what I logged it as.We’re getting closer! Those steps were 4/21😂 which is what I’m sure you logged! 🙏🏼
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Step Updates
Daily Goal: 7,000- Tuesday, 3/22: 3,276
- Wednesday, 3/23: 2,793
More rowing than walking this week 🤔
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I enjoy reading but I only seem to find time to read on holiday.My kindle wouldn't charge this time so I bought a huge book Game of Thrones.I never watched the series on TV but is was very popular.Ive got to page 270 & quite enjoying it.Just struggling to recall the characters it's quite complicated.Last day of my holiday I've had a wonderful time.
My steps
- 4/21 13,800
- 4/22 11,101
- 4/23 9,896
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I wonder why I keep insisting it’s MARCH?!
Those steps counts are for APRIL 22 & 23 😬
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Good morning all,
Wednesday steps: 8,010
@izzyred9400 I haven't read GoT yet but a friend of mine made a chart to keep track of everyone. LOL
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