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Yoshi (40 KP) rated Before I die in Books
Oct 29, 2018
I found this book really hard to read, probably because I was so disgusted by what the main character felt was important to do before she died. Amongst these insipid tasks were things like trying drugs and having sex, which probably weren't the best ideas considering her condition. I know most teens would probably say they wouldn't want to die a virgin, but even if you're dying having sex with a guy you just met is wrong. Usually I try to finish what I started just for the heck of it, but this book was just too painful to finish.
Bostonian916 (449 KP) rated Spirited Away (2001) in Movies
Aug 20, 2020
Studio Ghibli remains the most important studio in the history of anime. Spirited Away is one of, if not, my favorite anime of all time.
What sets it apart is the execution of the story telling. Two thirds of the movie takes place during mundane tasks like eating and cleaning. Something so simple is surprisingly remarkably refreshing.
I don't want to go into the meanings that can be interpreted within the film. I don't want to spoil anything to prevent anyone from drawing their own conclusions, but please see this movie. You will wonder why it took so long to do so.
What sets it apart is the execution of the story telling. Two thirds of the movie takes place during mundane tasks like eating and cleaning. Something so simple is surprisingly remarkably refreshing.
I don't want to go into the meanings that can be interpreted within the film. I don't want to spoil anything to prevent anyone from drawing their own conclusions, but please see this movie. You will wonder why it took so long to do so.
Kate (355 KP) rated Animal Cove - 3 Match Game in Apps
Mar 21, 2019
I would say it was very good, the story line and characters are different and it is nice to have a unique storyline, you have to collect keys in order to complete tasks to progress through the story (there are a lot of similar games with this idea) but at the moment it is getting very boring because the storyline run out a couple of hundred levels ago so I am just collecting stars for what I don't know yet. The good thing is that I don't have to spend money as the levels are not too hard and can be passed after a few tries.
Kate (355 KP) rated Amazon Echo Dot (2nd Generation) in Tech
Jan 10, 2019
I am going to say its good because a lot of people I know have one in the house and will speak to it and have music played and questions asked, although the novelty does wear off and it is just as quick to look things up. But being a sci-fi fan I will not allow one in the house because one day all these things might come true and AI and robots are starting to take over every day tasks. I also don't like the way it is continually listening and storing records, so sorry no don't like the idea of it.
Bostonian916 (449 KP) rated Angel Has Fallen (2019) in Movies
Jun 27, 2020
Exactly what you would expect from a Gerard Butler action flick. Continues the story of the White House Secret Service detail member as he begins to really feel the effects of his age and the line of work that he has done for so many years. A few twists and turns that are fun when you come upon them. Appearances by some old friends and an appearance of a new character that excited me personally.
Worth giving it a shot if you are a fan of the franchise or the genre, or even to have something going in the background while you perform other tasks.
Worth giving it a shot if you are a fan of the franchise or the genre, or even to have something going in the background while you perform other tasks.
Micah Ulibarri (79 KP) rated Nailed It in TV
Apr 17, 2018
This show is incredibly endearing in it's own way. The premise is people who aren't good at baking do some way-out-of-their-league baking. The results are all at once comical and at times impressive.
The show is tacky, but deliberately and very self-aware. That particular attitude is hilarious to me and a big part of what I enjoyed.
The two main hosts, Nicole and Jaques, have very good interplay and we're entertaining. It was especially fun watching Jaques and the guest judges get upset having to watch people flounder through what to them are basic tasks.
Finally, I actually learned quite a bit about baking. I actually wanna give it a try.
The show is tacky, but deliberately and very self-aware. That particular attitude is hilarious to me and a big part of what I enjoyed.
The two main hosts, Nicole and Jaques, have very good interplay and we're entertaining. It was especially fun watching Jaques and the guest judges get upset having to watch people flounder through what to them are basic tasks.
Finally, I actually learned quite a bit about baking. I actually wanna give it a try.
Becca Major (96 KP) rated Habitica in Apps
Apr 12, 2018
Ability to keep player engaged (4 more)
Lots of cute pets/mounts
Cute and entertaining quests
Tavern Chat to hide from your dailies, or to ask questions
Parties and Challenges
Server delays (1 more)
I wish the app were as user friendly as the website. It usually takes a few extra minutes.
Great way to Level Up!
Habitica is great at keeping a player/person on top of their To-Do List. Completing tasks awards you experience points and gold. There's a rush to hearing that level up ding, and getting to buy new armor or new quests is very entertaining.
In terms of apps that help me stay on track and actually get stuff done, Habitica does it best.
In terms of apps that help me stay on track and actually get stuff done, Habitica does it best.
Mark Halpern (153 KP) rated The Internship (2013) in Movies
Jan 14, 2018
To google or not To google
our buddy duo of Wilson and Vaughn are together again in this technology film about two watch sales man who lose thier jobs and end up getting internships at Google. They are grouped together with a bunch of other interns and have to strive and complete tasks of ideas that they don't know anything about. What they do know is how to work in a team and the willingness to learn. They do bring to the table of street smarts and the fact they have been in the real world while these kids haven't really experienced life yet and need a little guidance. This is a great film about you are never to old to try and start new things.
Charlotte (184 KP) rated Smile More Stress Less in Books
Jun 26, 2021
Easy to follow and thought provoking.
I didn't even make it to any of the exercises and I was already thinking about/more aware of how I let stress control me.
I love the idea of using playful exaggerations and a different voice to break the negative stress/thoughts. Imagining something happening to combat the self-created stress and smiling whilst I do it really appeals to me.....basically joking/making light of a situation.
Smile more, stress less is a great tool for anyone suffering from stress, anxiety etc it's broken down into manageable sections, without the judgemental "you must do this right the first time!" rubbish. It's easy to get to grips with and not weighed down with unnecessary long confusing words and tasks.
I didn't even make it to any of the exercises and I was already thinking about/more aware of how I let stress control me.
I love the idea of using playful exaggerations and a different voice to break the negative stress/thoughts. Imagining something happening to combat the self-created stress and smiling whilst I do it really appeals to me.....basically joking/making light of a situation.
Smile more, stress less is a great tool for anyone suffering from stress, anxiety etc it's broken down into manageable sections, without the judgemental "you must do this right the first time!" rubbish. It's easy to get to grips with and not weighed down with unnecessary long confusing words and tasks.
Rachel King (13 KP) rated 13 Little Blue Envelopes (Little Blue Envelope, #1) in Books
Feb 11, 2019
I loved Aunt Peg right from the first letter. Even though everything the reader knows about her is through the letters and the memories of those she knew, she still seemed like an amazing and quirky person to be around. Ironically, she seemed more "alive" than the the main character, Ginny. Ginny's shyness and withdrawn personality seemed to hinder a connection with the reader for a large portion of the book. The letters from her Aunt Peg seemed to draw her out of her shell as she forces herself to complete the strange and uncomfortable tasks listed in the letters.
Of course, what sane person wouldn't want to travel all over Europe for a month on some else's dime? Even though the tasks sometimes made no sense, and Ginny often had to miss out on the typical tourist destinations, the memories that she created and the life lessons that she gleaned from these abstract travels are invaluable. In addition, she gains a family member, a romantic relationship, and the freedom to go where she wants and be who she wants to be without feeling constrained by the life she had led previously to this adventure.
I was slightly disappointed with what happened towards the end, but the way that Ginny deals with it actually makes it better than it probably would have been otherwise. This ending also shows how well she truly knows her Aunt Peg, even after Peg's death. Her Aunt Peg was able to leave her with the roadmap to a lifetime of lessons and adventures, all stamped with Peg's unforgettable style.
Of course, what sane person wouldn't want to travel all over Europe for a month on some else's dime? Even though the tasks sometimes made no sense, and Ginny often had to miss out on the typical tourist destinations, the memories that she created and the life lessons that she gleaned from these abstract travels are invaluable. In addition, she gains a family member, a romantic relationship, and the freedom to go where she wants and be who she wants to be without feeling constrained by the life she had led previously to this adventure.
I was slightly disappointed with what happened towards the end, but the way that Ginny deals with it actually makes it better than it probably would have been otherwise. This ending also shows how well she truly knows her Aunt Peg, even after Peg's death. Her Aunt Peg was able to leave her with the roadmap to a lifetime of lessons and adventures, all stamped with Peg's unforgettable style.