Today, my trainer told me my squats are looking really good. And for the first time in my life I didn't flinch or think about my "fat ass." I thought about my progress, and how strong my legs are, and how I want to lift more and more weight. And, that my friends, is an incredible feeling.

Just finished @caseyjohnston.bsky.social ‘s book A Physical Education. Incredible read! I started lifting weights and working with a trainer 8 months ago, and this book has given me so much motivation and encouragement to just keep at it. Even when I fall on my ass pulling a sled across the room.

I'm currently reading a book that makes my heart squeeze. I get so invested in the characters and story, and it feels real, and when something super emotional happens, *SQUEEZE.* ❤️ I love that feeling. It's why I love reading. (The book is Slow Dance by @rainbowrowell.bsky.social)

Today's life lesson with @theferocity.bsky.social: Never get on his bad side.

I'm not able to make it to the NYC event, BUT YOU SHOULD IF YOU CAN! I've pre-ordered my copy from my local indie bookstore and can't wait to read it! @theferocity.bsky.social @maggiesmithpoet.bsky.social

Yes. Yes it is.

I got a $150 rebate when I bought my contact lenses recently, but the rebate came in the form of a "virtual credit card." I can't put that on my credit card to help pay for those contact lenses, which is annoying. But I did just buy $113 worth of books at my local indie bookshop for pickup later 😈

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Things are *gestures around,* but TIL there is an annual T-Rex race?!? The pictures are incredible. @darthbluesky.bsky.social

Today is the kind of day I wish I could have a dog in my apartment.

We've reached squirrel sploot temperatures, people. Stay safe.

I went to see Viola's Room at The Shed on Saturday and I am STILL thinking about it. I need to talk to someone who has seen this, too! I've also gotta go back. I wish it has been longer.

How is my day going? I just had a panic attack because I couldn't remember what day of the week it was.

I want "She's perfectly leveraged for the squat" on my tombstone. That is incredible 😍

Can we get a ruling @darthbluesky.bsky.social ?

Conclave Selects First Chicago-Style Pope

Chief Brody was my favorite of the squad. Besides having an incredible name, he was a sweet pup who loved first, second, and, sometimes, third dinner. I never met you CB, but you always brought a smile to my face. Rest well, buddy. 💔🤍

I've built a shrine to my welly b. It also helps with my ADHD.

the pope watched Dogma in 4K right before he died. His last words were "snootchie bootchies"

It’s 80 degrees in NYC, I’ve got all my windows open, and I’m listening to Carly Rae Jepsen. Happy Spring!

I'm feeling that otter.

The ONLY April Fool's allowed today.

Nothing like returning from vacation, opening up the work email for the first day back, and seeing 5100 new messages to shift though. What were you all doing while I was away?!?

I am going to a sumo tournament in Osaka today, and I cannot express how excited I am about this 🤩

Wow. Hulu really screwed this up, didn’t they?

How is it possible Ralph Fiennes STILL does not have an Academy Award?!?!

Remember in the early days of the internet how it screamed every time we logged on? We should have paid attention to that.

The trainer I was working with today said my form was "on point." And my little perfectionist and over-achieving heart SANG. ♥️

I'm at work and keep yelling "You are all good dogs!" at my TV screen while watching the Westminster Dog Show. There are no losers in my opinion. My coworkers love me.

There are two p's in lamppost.

Reminder to self: it’s okay to not be good at something you try for the first time. Even if you think it’s not. You are doing great! You got this.

As a Bills fan, what angers me most about the outcome of this game is that I now have to root for the Eagles.

In what has become the busiest month, I now have to report for jury duty on Monday. Well, at least I can read a book while I wait, I guess....

Lately, I've been thinking a lot about the David Rakoff story, "The Scorpion and The Tortoise."

I aim low, I aim true, and the ground's where I go…..*head desk*

I would like someone to put a thunder coat on me when I have a panic attack ♥️

This exists in the world, and boy howdy, how I want to host a tea party with it.

@lindaholmes.bsky.social I just wanted to say thank you for recommending “Better Left Unsent” recently. I just finished it and it was both a lovely read and hit at the right time of my life. Thank you!

I watched Conclave two nights ago, and I am STILL thinking about it. Ralph Fiennes should sweep awards season. And Isabella Rossellini?!? "Although we sisters are supposed to be invisible, God has nevertheless given us eyes and ears." *mic drop*

The Witcher Yule log is on the tv. Hozier is on the record player. Merry and Happy to all, any way you celebrate!

Saeed Jones is always looking after us. *runs to Netflix* @theferocity.bsky.social

Just had an @isaacfitzgerald.bsky.social NYC Bodega moment: needed aluminum foil for my pie crust, my local bodega didn’t sell it, but graciously gave me a piece of foil of what I needed 💖 I love this city…

me learning my building briefly lost water service due to… an internet outage

Check on all of your friends today. I guarantee you someone needs to hear your voice 🩷

@theferocity.bsky.social Thank you for your newsletter today. I didn’t realize how much I was holding my breath until it reminded me to breathe.

@roxanegay.bsky.social Thank you so much for your Audacity email today. It helped keep the spark of optimism I still have burning.

I am crying! 😂

So, a few years ago, I had a house guest who forgot his toothpaste, and asked if he could borrow mine. Like a normal person, I said "of course", and thought nothing more of it...

I am reading Alan Rickman's diaries, "Madly, Deeply." His critiques of fellow actors, theatre, and movies, are incredible. "I wish he (Simon Russell Beale) would find different mouth-shapes."

It's a "Wasteland, Baby!" kind of day. No one can ruin this good mood... 😈