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If you like dogs you will like this book. This book has detailed instructions on each fold needed to make each of the 30 dogs in this book. I tried my hand at a few and was able to it.....but mine were not as beautiful as the ones in the book. I have always been curious about origami, this is my first time trying it though. Overall I enjoyed this book and I think I found a new hobby. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book from Netgalley.
  
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Double Negative
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8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
I received this book from Xpresso Book Tours as part of their blog tour, in return for a fair and honest review.

Wow, this book packs a punch in more ways than one. It is tough and gritty and doesn't spare your feelings as you read through. You will be neck deep in teenage angst, abuse, drugs, body issues, bullying but also friendships, teamwork and mentorship. This book covers it all and in such a way that you won't be able to stop turning the pages. You will need to read "just a little bit more."

One thing I will say is that I actually found it quite hard to read at the beginning before I got used to Hutch's 'voice'. I actually found it quite painful which is funny when you're not actually reading it. I was very pleased with him as he started to correct his grammar!

As he changes his attitude and takes up 'swimming', I found the book progressed in a wonderful and heartwarming way. His relationship with Maggie in particular brought a tear to my eye on more than one occasion.

I thought the whole book dealt with subjects usually swept under the carpet and in a rough, in your face, dignified and respectful manner. Does that sentence not make sense to you? Read Double Negative and it will make perfect sense!
  
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Star Project Chiro, Volume 1
4
4.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
One of the more ridiculous manga that I have read. In retrospect, I probably shouldn't have requested it, but after a break up, what better to read than some bubbly manga to cheer you up? The only reason I gave it such a high rating was the art work, and even of that I have seen better.

The plot was thin and the characters psychotic. Any stereotypical elements that are found in most mangas can be found in this book. Except cross dressing....

I seriously don't know how this manga received such high ratings. Maybe it was because I was raised on Cowboy Bebop, Gundam Wing, and Blue Sub. No. 6 that I expect more out of mangas.
  
Pinterest
Pinterest
Photo & Video, Social Networking
10
8.7 (243 Ratings)
App Rating
So many great ideas from recipes to crafts to camping hacks (0 more)
You can spend way too much time searching (0 more)
An awesome place to find everything you ever might need
I have found so many useful, creative, awesome ideas on Pinterest. I have used it to help plan my daughter's graduation party to finding new recipes for the Instant Pot. I can spend way too much time just searching through all the great ideas.
  
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Andy Bell recommended 604 by Ladytron in Music (curated)

 
604 by Ladytron
604 by Ladytron
2001 | Rhythm And Blues
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Album Favorite

"Sounds like a post Chernobyl Fallout album very similar musically to early Lene & Pet Shops. I love 'The Way That I Found You', 'Commodore Rock' and 'Playgirl'. I don't know what it is about them but I love her voice and dead pan delivery - there's a hint of 60's Lynne Redgrave from Smashing Time & loads of mid 80's references. Which leads me neatly to..."

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Quantico  - Season 1
Quantico - Season 1
2015 | Crime, Mystery, Thriller
Quantico Season 1
I only found this when I was surfing Prime for something to watch, so I took a chance and I'm so very glad I did.

This is a twisted, intriguing story involving FBI trainees, or NATs as they are known. The timeline flashes between present and past in quite a stylised manner, but if you can get past that AND keep up with the when of what you're watching, then you are in for a treat.

I loved how this series kept you on your toes right to the very end. Every character is more than they first show, and it takes you through each of them, as you learn more about them and their lives.

If I had to say anything bad, it would be I got a bit bored between Ryan and Alex, and found it to be repetitive as the season moved on. This did NOT affect my overall enjoyment of it though, and I was still sat with my heart in my mouth for the grand finale. I also had a big box of kleenex as my eyes kept leaking, but I won't go into that!

I binge-watched this series, and loved all of it. Absolutely recommended by me!
  
The Cabin in the Woods (2012)
The Cabin in the Woods (2012)
2012 | Comedy, Horror
This is a horror film with a twist. It deliberately engages with/mocks traditional horror tropes. I found these parts humorous. It's creepy, but not terrifying. So if you want to be scared out of your skin, look for something else.
  
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Jeremy King (346 KP) rated MAME4droid in Apps

Jul 10, 2019  
MAME4droid
MAME4droid
Games
A nice user friendly MAME app. The look reminds me of a gameboy. You can run a physical controller on it or use the virtual one. I highly recommend a physical controller. Found when playing my fingures kept sliding over.
  
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The Marinated Meeple (1848 KP) created a post

Mar 30, 2018  
I found a great website for Alternate Movie Posters by some really great artists. If you are a fan of Mondo and the Alamo drafthouse. Or just a great cinema geek like me these will likely give you a reason to smile.

Here's the website for more like these:
https://alternativemovieposters.com/
     
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Lumos (380 KP) Mar 31, 2018

Holy pickles! Those are amazing!

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Andy K (10821 KP) Mar 31, 2018

I love these! Thanks for sharing!

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Amanda Jayne Cox (18 KP) rated Bird Box (2018) in Movies

Dec 30, 2018 (Updated Dec 30, 2018)  
Bird Box (2018)
Bird Box (2018)
2018 | Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi
Interesting story (1 more)
Keeps you hooked
So many unanswered questions (0 more)
I loved this film. Hooked from the beginning. It’s intense. However much like when I watched the quiet place I found at the end I had so many unanswered questions. Why was this happening? What could they see? Would it ever end?
As much as I enjoyed this movie and I recommend it to anyone who hasn’t yet seen it, I do wish there was more explanation.