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Favorite book turned into movie/TV?
Let's wake this thread back up! What is your favorite tv or movie that was based on a book (or comic book or short story, etc.) I will leave y'all to the newest stuff. POIROT. I loved David Suchet's portrayal of Agatha Christine's Hercule Poirot. It was an amazing series and is such comfort tv for me. Who knew I'd love…
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Your Absolute Favorite Book Of All Time
It's just like the Highlander...but with books: there can be only One! What is your absolute favorite book of all time and why? Let us know why you loved it and/or why we should read it.
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To Frog or Not to Frog....
I am trying to make a hat, and just looked at it and feel like bad things happened to good yarn. When do you decide to unravel your work and start again? One mistake? Slight wonkiness? Actual ugliness??
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Chit Chat: What's on your mind?
We are a small group, so I just thought I'd start a chit chat thread for people who are looking for more daily interaction on the forums. Post whatever (within reason) you'd like, and feel free to discuss small stuff. (Larger topics and issues will probably be better organized in their own threads.) It's Monday, the Eagles…
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I just finished ...
What have you just finished and how did you like it?
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Self Help/Motivational/Be A Better Person Books
Just finished Don't Sweat the Small Stuff,... and It's All Small Stuff by Richard Carlson today. Nice little book about calming down and not being such a terror. Very helpful for the perfectionists of the world. (le sigh) Anyone have suggestions of books you've found to be helpful and/or inspiring?
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Romance Novels - Favorites or Duds
I've been reading the intros and some peeps are super into romance. What are your favorite genres or sub genres, favorite books, or what have you not liked? Personally I like Meljean Brook and her Iron Seas books. What is not to love about Steampunk Romance???? Anyone else?
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Supportive Land Based Exercises For Improving Swimming
Hi all, Do any of you have specific exercises you do to support or improve your swimming? I'm curious to know if people do things on land for better results in the water. I enjoy swimming but think I'll want to improve shoulder flexibility if I want to incorporate more backstroke into my routine. I'm looking for exercises…
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The Classics
Are you reading a classic book? How's it going? What made you read it and what are you getting from It? What strikes you?
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Favorite Motivational Sports Quotes
I watch a lot of sports and sports related stuff, so I come across a lot of motivational sayings. Thought I would start a post for anyone similarly motivated by these types of references.
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Non Food Treats and Rewards
Hey all! I am super into treating myself and the concept of rewards. I'm separating food and treats, and thought it might be helpful to list some things that people reward themselves with that aren't food related. I am very interested in beauty and skincare products as well as anything that adorns my body (If you love it,…
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Dropbox of Supportive Behaviors
I just wanted to create a place where I could keep track of supportive behaviors that I find. I read a lot and like to glean useful, evidence based information from the world to make this project easier. I am a planner and a researcher so I am looking for behaviors that are supportive of weight loss and health. When I find…
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Is anyone else doing pretty well?
Hi all! I am a single 38 year old woman who is trying to lose 100+ lbs. But, and I feel it's necessary to stress this: I'm doing pretty well. I have always had high (though sometimes admittedly fragile) self esteem, I'm hilarious, I have great friends/family and finally, now that I started to actually try to change my…
