Same here! It gets complicated very quickly, so I usually just say "I work in insurance" and leave it there unless they ask more questions. If they do, it doesn't take long before their eyes start to glaze over and I change the topic to something more accessible.
That was honestly a big part of my decision to buy that make/model. I figured if I crashed and burned with it, I could resell it for a reasonable price. It was pricey and borderline irresponsible at the time, but I don't regret it at all. I'm really looking for forward to getting back on it soon a after a hiatus due to a shoulder injury. I'm really antsy to get back to it!
My rower, a Concept 2. I bought it for myself as a congratulations/self care splurge after leaving a truly toxic job. I love it and it has been a great way to get some exercise basically whenever I want (I'm fortunate to work from home) without the hassle of going to a gym.
Same here, I had a Fold 3 and loved it. I did break it, but it happened in a way that would have broken a traditional non-foldable too, so I can't place the blame on the design. I've had a Fold 4 since November 2022 and when it's time to replace it, I'll definitely get another foldable. I use it for all of the things you mentioned, along with reading novels, magazines, and crafting patterns. I can't see myself going back to a non-foldable at this point.
The black bean quesorito was my favorite. I even (regrettably) installed the app for it. I've since abandoned it, there's just no reason for me to use it anymore.
This was my vote, too. There are so many things to do that don't involve combat/mechanics/etc., you're bound to find something that sounds fun. Some days I log in and just work on surveys or treasure maps or antiquities with a cocktail and a podcast on in the background.
If you do pick it back up, I can't recommend a bobbin shuttle enough. I use Aerlit shuttles (slightly modified - I grind off the posts used for winding the bobbins so they're a bit shorter) and they're great, especially considering they're about $4 USD a piece.
I enjoy embroidery but I'm not very good at it and there are so many other things to do that I find it hard to get motivated to practice. I do like counted cross stitch though :)
Always nice to talk to someone with similar hobbies! I'm excited to sell in a RL shop, but she's been trying to get it off the ground since May/June (I think her original target date was June 1), and here we are in November with no storefront. I'm still interested, but not holding my breath either. Just going to do my own thing for now and if it works out with her later, that's cool too :)
I think I'm already in that knitting group, but l'll definitely check out the soap community - thanks for linking it! I started off with needle tatting, but I found it frustrating to have to keep a bunch of different needle sizes around, so I kept at shuttle tatting until it made sense. Definitely give it another shot, it's so satisfying when it finally clicks!
"The skins of those you love will fly as my banner."
Molag Bal is a meanie.
It is his country, though. He holds dual citizenship.
Same! I also like orange juice with extra pulp.
There are dozens of us! (...maybe. I don't actually have any data to back that up. You're the only other one I've come across!)
Same here! It gets complicated very quickly, so I usually just say "I work in insurance" and leave it there unless they ask more questions. If they do, it doesn't take long before their eyes start to glaze over and I change the topic to something more accessible.
Oh my god, he's magnificent!
That was honestly a big part of my decision to buy that make/model. I figured if I crashed and burned with it, I could resell it for a reasonable price. It was pricey and borderline irresponsible at the time, but I don't regret it at all. I'm really looking for forward to getting back on it soon a after a hiatus due to a shoulder injury. I'm really antsy to get back to it!
Can't sell something you never had.
My rower, a Concept 2. I bought it for myself as a congratulations/self care splurge after leaving a truly toxic job. I love it and it has been a great way to get some exercise basically whenever I want (I'm fortunate to work from home) without the hassle of going to a gym.
Same here, I had a Fold 3 and loved it. I did break it, but it happened in a way that would have broken a traditional non-foldable too, so I can't place the blame on the design. I've had a Fold 4 since November 2022 and when it's time to replace it, I'll definitely get another foldable. I use it for all of the things you mentioned, along with reading novels, magazines, and crafting patterns. I can't see myself going back to a non-foldable at this point.
Bye bitch.
Cool Brittania was my all time favorite Ben & Jerry's flavor. I'd fill my freezer with it if they ever brought it back.
The black bean quesorito was my favorite. I even (regrettably) installed the app for it. I've since abandoned it, there's just no reason for me to use it anymore.
Yes!! Riblets! I haven't seen them anywhere in years and I miss them so much :(
I knew what that was going to be before I clicked on it and I did it anyway. I only have myself to blame.
This was my vote, too. There are so many things to do that don't involve combat/mechanics/etc., you're bound to find something that sounds fun. Some days I log in and just work on surveys or treasure maps or antiquities with a cocktail and a podcast on in the background.
I'll take all of the craft community recommendations I can get! It's like cat subreddits, you can never have too many.
No problem, they were a game changer for me!
If you do pick it back up, I can't recommend a bobbin shuttle enough. I use Aerlit shuttles (slightly modified - I grind off the posts used for winding the bobbins so they're a bit shorter) and they're great, especially considering they're about $4 USD a piece.
I enjoy embroidery but I'm not very good at it and there are so many other things to do that I find it hard to get motivated to practice. I do like counted cross stitch though :)
Always nice to talk to someone with similar hobbies! I'm excited to sell in a RL shop, but she's been trying to get it off the ground since May/June (I think her original target date was June 1), and here we are in November with no storefront. I'm still interested, but not holding my breath either. Just going to do my own thing for now and if it works out with her later, that's cool too :)
I think I'm already in that knitting group, but l'll definitely check out the soap community - thanks for linking it! I started off with needle tatting, but I found it frustrating to have to keep a bunch of different needle sizes around, so I kept at shuttle tatting until it made sense. Definitely give it another shot, it's so satisfying when it finally clicks!