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Re: New forum has launched
PM me too please! ...
PM me too please!
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Re: What are you reading?
Excellent! I will look at that series as well zoobaby. I now have: 1. Hunger Games trilogy 2. 50 Shades of Grey trilogy 3. Outlander...
Excellent! I will look at that series as well zoobaby. I now have:
1. Hunger Games trilogy
2. 50 Shades of Grey trilogy
3. Outlander series (7)
4. Sookie Stackhouse series (8)
5. The Road
6. The Help
7. We need to talk about Kevin
8. Year of Wonders
9. Room
10. Stigma
11. Fault in Our Stars
12. A thousand splendid suns
13. An Invisible thread
14. Shantaram
15. The girl who kicked the hornet's nest (already read the other two)
Think that's enough, lol? Any other suggestions? Last time we went on a 3 week vacation I read at least a dozen books (including Twilight) so I know I will get through a big chunk of them! I'm so happy to have the Kindle instead of books taking up my whole suitcase
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Re: What are you reading?
Thanks! I think I read the first Sookie Stackhouse novel after I started watching True Blood so I should probably pick it up again. I...
Thanks! I think I read the first Sookie Stackhouse novel after I started watching True Blood so I should probably pick it up again. I just downloaded the Outlander series, but I'm not sure if I will like it or not (but it will be on my Kindle just in case!).
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Re: What are you reading?
Anyone have a good series/trilogy suggestion? I'm stocking up books on my Kindle for my upcoming vacation and I want to make sure I have...
Anyone have a good series/trilogy suggestion?
I'm stocking up books on my Kindle for my upcoming vacation and I want to make sure I have a whole library at my disposal, haha. I already have Hunger Games and 50 shades of grey and I've read (and re-read) Song of Ice and Fire. Preferably something light and quick to read
I pretty much read anything! I have 17 books so far but my goal is to take at least 20 (we're going for 3 weeks and we have a 14+ hour flight there).
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Re: What Nail Polish Colours do you LOVE?
Cypra- I think you still have the option of placing an order for your monthly box until the 27th of the month. That way you...
Cypra- I think you still have the option of placing an order for your monthly box until the 27th of the month. That way you have the option of changing your style or skipping the month altogether. I'm guessing that you could use your code at that time. I skipped this month as I won't be home to receive it, and I think I'll only get boxes on months when I like the colours. I really like that they have the skip a month option so you can choose when you want one!
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Re: April beauty boxes!
I was lucky and signed up for Topbox in November along with Luxe, so I only had to wait for March for my first Topbox....
I was lucky and signed up for Topbox in November along with Luxe, so I only had to wait for March for my first Topbox. I've had a few good Luxe products though- and I've ended up purchasing the Dermalogica microfoliant so I'm glad I got that! Plus I've received a couple of eye shadows through First In Line. Too many perfume samples though! My sister loves perfume so I gave them all to her (although I did get a super cute bottle of Pure by DKNY that I love and I'm using for the rare times I use perfume).
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Re: April beauty boxes!
Anyone received their Glossybox or Luxe yet? I found one video for Glossybox Canada and it looks amazing! I cannot wait for that one- it's...
Anyone received their Glossybox or Luxe yet? I found one video for Glossybox Canada and it looks amazing! I cannot wait for that one- it's supposed to be here Monday. Luxe looks good too- but it's always different for me than the posted reviews so we'll see what I get.
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Re: April beauty boxes!
Glossybox and Luxebox both shipped for me today! I *should* get them before I go on vacation next week even. ...
Glossybox and Luxebox both shipped for me today! I *should* get them before I go on vacation next week even.
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Re: April beauty boxes!
When I signed up for Luxe you got the first in line no matter what you signed up for (ie. you still got to take...
When I signed up for Luxe you got the first in line no matter what you signed up for (ie. you still got to take advantage of it even with a month to month account). I'm not sure if that's changed though. The first in line is nice if you can get in and reserve a product fast enough. I've received 3 Luxe boxes (+ April to come) and I have now had 3 first in line products- a Benefit eye shadow, a Cargo eye shadow and an Essie nail polish. They definitely bring up the value of the box, but I don't think it would be worth it if you were forced into signing up for an account for a few months as you might not think it's worth it in a couple of months. I just cancelled my Luxe because Topbox and Glossy is just so much better.
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Re: C-5k- April 1 start...NEW
I finished W3D2 today! I *think* my program is slightly different from you ladies as I'm doing zero to 10K (from RunDouble) so W3 is...
I finished W3D2 today! I *think* my program is slightly different from you ladies as I'm doing zero to 10K (from RunDouble) so W3 is 4-3 min runs and 4-3 min walks in between. I felt good though and I'm feeling like I'm making progress
And don't worry, you all will be able to do the 20 minutes and then the 30 minutes later! But I remember how daunting it was to think about running that long. It WILL happen!
RE: Headphones- I just bought some bluetooth headphones (from Ebay- Nokia brand) and I love them. It's so nice not having the cords to deal with and they fit me way better than ear buds (which always fall out). They are ear buds on a head band shaped piece that goes at the base of the back of your neck. They don't move around at all when I run and they don't fall out either. This is them:
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Re: April beauty boxes!
I just got my Julep Bombshell intro box and it's awesome! I will definitely take advantage of them when I want a new polish colour-...
I just got my Julep Bombshell intro box and it's awesome! I will definitely take advantage of them when I want a new polish colour- but I likely won't order every month. I skipped next month because I won't be home to receive it, but we'll see what shades the summer brings. Can't wait to paint Natasha on my toes for vacation
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Re: What color would you paint this book shelf?
I like the idea of the teal as well- or if you don't want to go that "wild" the green in the bedding is also...
I like the idea of the teal as well- or if you don't want to go that "wild" the green in the bedding is also very nice and would complement the pink well.
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Re: April beauty boxes!
Diva- I ended up with April Glymm and Luxe boxes because I cancelled too late as well (even though it was before the billing date...
Diva- I ended up with April Glymm and Luxe boxes because I cancelled too late as well (even though it was before the billing date for April). Oh well.
I just got the Glymm box and it's OK. Luxe is still to come and I chose the Essie nail polish for First in Line. I'm hoping my boxes arrive before May 3 because I'm leaving on vacation for 3 weeks then!
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Re: C-5k- April 1 start...NEW
Finally finished W2! I feel so much better now than when I started. The weather is supposed to be much warmer on the weekend so...
Finally finished W2! I feel so much better now than when I started. The weather is supposed to be much warmer on the weekend so I should be back out more often. I also got bluetooth headphones which I am super excited about so I don't have the annoying headphone cord to deal with.
I also love RunDouble! It's been fantastic.
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Re: David's Tea
You can heat your full cup of milk (or 1/2 milk, 1/2 water) to near boiling, froth, and steep your tea right in the milk....
You can heat your full cup of milk (or 1/2 milk, 1/2 water) to near boiling, froth, and steep your tea right in the milk. I also just make really strong tea and mix half and half with frothed heated milk. Easy!
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Re: C-5k- April 1 start...NEW
Ugh, it's been cold and snow/rainy here so I've been avoiding going out It's still supposed to be gross the rest of the week so...
Ugh, it's been cold and snow/rainy here so I've been avoiding going out
It's still supposed to be gross the rest of the week so I have to motivate myself to go out at least once.
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Re: April beauty boxes!
Hmm, I have not received my Glymm notification yet. I wonder if mine will go out late as it is my last box? A couple...
Hmm, I have not received my Glymm notification yet. I wonder if mine will go out late as it is my last box? A couple of those will be nice to get, but I am glad I'm no longer getting Glymm!
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Re: David's Tea
Ah, Toasted walnut is a green tea. Not everyone appreciates green tea- although it has a distinct flavour, it is not necessarily a strong flavour....
Ah, Toasted walnut is a green tea. Not everyone appreciates green tea- although it has a distinct flavour, it is not necessarily a strong flavour. I do use at least twice the recommended amount for green teas and I don't add milk/sugar (personal preference).
One thing to note, tea is just not like coffee. Coffee is very very strong and tea will never be that strong no matter what you do- unless you steep it past the point of being palatable. I'm guessing that if you ever actually get into drinking tea, you're only going to be happy with the strong blacks- and none of the ones you bought are that strong (although they do have a lot of flavour). Buttered rum and Read my lips have a good flavour, but read my lips in particular is not all that strong (kind of like if you had a weakly brewed flavoured coffee- like from a Keurig). Tea is also an acquired taste, so you need to embrace the flavours that are there
I hope you find that you like some of the ones you bought!
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Re: David's Tea
Rooibos is an herbal tea (ie. no caffeine) and it is African in origin. I think the red rooibos tastes really earthy, kind of like...
Rooibos is an herbal tea (ie. no caffeine) and it is African in origin. I think the red rooibos tastes really earthy, kind of like sticks, haha. I prefer the red rooibos with flavours that compliment the earthiness- my favourite is herbs de provence (berries and lavender). However, the coco chai is amazing! Green rooibos is much lighter in flavour. I like it with fruity flavours- like green & fruity. Rooibos is a great night time tea because it doesn't have caffeine. It is high in antioxidants so it is supposedly healthy
Some people like it with milk and sugar too!
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April beauty boxes!
I received my Topbox yesterday! I can't tell you how much I love Topbox. They ship early and on time, their packaging is great (limited...
I received my Topbox yesterday! I can't tell you how much I love Topbox. They ship early and on time, their packaging is great (limited time box this month) and the samples are amazing and very diverse. They also have really started doing personalized shades so you can get a sample that would (hopefully) work for you- and I don't really think Luxe and Glymm do that. I hope all of you ladies on the waitlist get your subscription soon!
In my April Topbox I got:
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Re: David's Tea
If you are really serious about tea, this infuser from David's is amazing! You just add tea leaves, pour in hot water and steep. Then...
If you are really serious about tea, this infuser from David's is amazing!
You just add tea leaves, pour in hot water and steep. Then when it's ready, set it on your mug and the bottom will push in and the tea (minus leaves) will pour into your mug. It's easy to clean and dishwasher safe as well! I use mine all the time.
Otherwise, I will use the filter bags (that you fill yourself). I also have this travel mug to take tea to work in the morning:
It has an infuser built in and it is leak proof too. Tea stays hot for hours!
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Re: Check out my octopus art!
Yes, I put the glue directly on the paper, then let it dry and put some heavy books on top to flatten it. The octopus...
Yes, I put the glue directly on the paper, then let it dry and put some heavy books on top to flatten it. The octopus printed fine, but I've tried to do a different one recently (a subway style sign for S'toon) and I've had huge difficulties! I'm going to get some iron on transfer paper and use that instead as it's supposed to work the same way. The big problem I've had lately is that the glue makes the paper all wrinkly and it doesn't go through the paper straight and can get crumpled up.
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Re: What Nail Polish Colours do you LOVE?
I just ordered my first Julep Maven box- I decided on Bombshell simply because I wanted the orange to match a dress I just bought...
I just ordered my first Julep Maven box- I decided on Bombshell simply because I wanted the orange to match a dress I just bought for vacation, haha. I received a code by email to get the box for $0.01 so it will definitely be worth it
I could definitely see myself wearing the glittery gold on my toes for a night out. This is what I'm getting:
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Re: Davids Tea- iced teas?
Kanape and Pink Flamingo are good iced! ...
Kanape and Pink Flamingo are good iced!
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Re: C-5k- April 1 start...NEW
I also finished W2D1 today- it was super windy and my ear hurts, but I finished it! ...
I also finished W2D1 today- it was super windy and my ear hurts, but I finished it!
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Re: Our bathroom reno (finally)!
Thank you everyone! It was a lot of work this weekend to get everything installed but I love it Because we did it all ourselves,...
Thank you everyone! It was a lot of work this weekend to get everything installed but I love it
Because we did it all ourselves, the cost was around $500 in the end (but we splurged on the sink, which was $200 by itself). A lot of the decorations were free (like the washboard and a few glass jars from my mom) and the small pitcher is from Ikea with flowers from Walmart. I plan on making a mason jar soap dispenser at some point as well.
I wasn't sure about using tile on the counter at first. A slab or granite or marble wasn't really in the budget, so I picked out a tile I liked at Home Depot and some dual purpose grout/adhesive and a tile nipper. It was actually pretty easy to do the tile. The edges aren't super smooth, but I think it works with the overall old/vintage look that we are going for.
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Re: C-5k- April 1 start...NEW
Ugh. I didn't get out at all this long weekend! Between family stuff for Easter and reno-ing the bathroom, I just didn't have the time...
Ugh. I didn't get out at all this long weekend! Between family stuff for Easter and reno-ing the bathroom, I just didn't have the time or energy. Plus I was so so so sore on Saturday/Sunday from painting! I have to get out tomorrow though for W2D1.
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Our bathroom reno (finally)!
We finally (almost) finished our bathroom renovation! It was mostly a superficial reno- the only things we changed were the sink/vanity/faucet and paint colour. It's...
We finally (almost) finished our bathroom renovation! It was mostly a superficial reno- the only things we changed were the sink/vanity/faucet and paint colour. It's a pretty dramatic change from the original pale green. DH built the vanity entirely by himself- I tiled the top and painted it- and then he installed it this weekend (including the plumbing). DH has never done anything like this before (or really built anything or done any plumbing) so this was a huge endeavor. We made 4 trips to Home Depot this weekend just for plumbing stuff
The plans for the vanity are from Ana White.
Here's a before photo:
Now:
The colour on the wall is Behr Antique Tin.
The old washboard on the wall was my grandma's
This roman shade is a DIY pinterest idea- it's made using the original mini blinds and some fabric and fabric glue. I used Amy Butler's Midwest Modern for the fabric.
I made the octopus art myself (I posted it a while back).
DH is still working on a cabinet for above the toilet (which will match the vanity) and a "painter's ladder" shelf for the opposite wall (plans from Ana White) which will be painted bright yellow. I love how it all turned out and I'm so proud of DH
He was very frustrated through the whole process of installing the sink and plumbing!
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Re: Easter edition.. Would you eat it
Eat it! ...
Eat it!
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Re: Just got really bad news...need to tell somebody
I'm so sorry you have to deal with this Take care. ...
I'm so sorry you have to deal with this
Take care.
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Re: Easter dinner dessert ideas
I made this pie last weekend and it was delicious! Coconut raspberry custard pie http://food52.com/recipes/13020_raspberrycoconut_custard_pie ...
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Re: C-5k- April 1 start...NEW
Done W1D3! It was gorgeous here today (20C) but it's supposed to snow this weekend Hopefully I'll be inspired to go out. My calves were...
Done W1D3! It was gorgeous here today (20C) but it's supposed to snow this weekend
Hopefully I'll be inspired to go out. My calves were pretty tight and my shins hurt a bit, but nothing terrible. I feel so different doing the program this time because I know I can do it cuz I've done it before, so I'm just excited to get to the end and be able to run again!
Keep it up everyone!
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Re: Music help!
Pink- Raise Your Glass was my theme song at the end of my (second) graduate degree! I particularly related to the line "So if you're...
Pink- Raise Your Glass was my theme song at the end of my (second) graduate degree! I particularly related to the line "So if you're too school for cool", haha. But it might not suit what you are going for
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Re: March Beauty Box Subscriptions!
I got some Cargo mascara last month and I actually really like it (the lash activator). I would like to try some more though. I...
I got some Cargo mascara last month and I actually really like it (the lash activator). I would like to try some more though.
I think that if you don't reserve a first in line product, they send you something else instead (usually an OK product- I think some of the reviews I saw without first in line had some sort of body cream in a large bottle).
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Re: March Beauty Box Subscriptions!
I think Luxe says 3 to 5, so that really sucks. What else did you get? ...
I think Luxe says 3 to 5, so that really sucks. What else did you get?
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Re: I Am So Mad as to What Has Happened to this Site
Also, I'm glad I'm not WBcool enough to know about or be part of the FB page, haha. ...
Also, I'm glad I'm not WBcool enough to know about or be part of the FB page, haha.
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March Beauty Box Subscriptions!
Anyone still getting these? I got all 4 this month finally (Luxe, Glymm, Topbox, and Glossybox). It took forever to get Glymm and Glossy (for...
Anyone still getting these? I got all 4 this month finally (Luxe, Glymm, Topbox, and Glossybox). It took forever to get Glymm and Glossy (for me) this month.
Over all, Topbox is by far my favourite- for cost, packaging, and quality of the products. Glossy was fantastic this month though. Luxe and Glymm were just OK and I'm officially cutting them both (although I didn't cut Glymm in time so I am receiving an April box).
For those interested in Glossy box, this month I received:
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Re: I Am So Mad as to What Has Happened to this Site
I'm still here, not that I'm a major poster or anything (I'm also on CanFam ). I kept myself out of the drama entirely. I'm...
I'm still here, not that I'm a major poster or anything (I'm also on CanFam
). I kept myself out of the drama entirely. I'm trying to make the most out of what's left. I try not to become too invested in the boards because it's easy to get caught up in it. But I still miss the old WB a lot
It had to be tough being a Mod through all this.
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Re: IUD and bleeding
I had spotting and some pretty heavy bleeding for about 4-6 weeks afterwards. I had it for ~2.5 years and I would have only minor...
I had spotting and some pretty heavy bleeding for about 4-6 weeks afterwards. I had it for ~2.5 years and I would have only minor spotting for a couple of days a month (and I have really heavy periods normally). It's extremely variable. I loved the Mirena IUD, but I didn't have any issues with it.
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Re: Making a chalkboard
1) Home Depot for sure would cut the wood for you, but you would need to buy a whole sheet so there would be lots...
1) Home Depot for sure would cut the wood for you, but you would need to buy a whole sheet so there would be lots leftover. You don't need MDF as it tends to be really thick and heavy- get a 1/4" birch plywood or something like that instead.
2) I painted our basement door with chalkboard paint that I made myself. You can choose a custom colour that way- all you need is a small amount of regular paint and unsanded grout. I chose Behr Stealth Jet (so a dark grey instead of black) and added the grout. Instructions are here:
http://www.marthastewart.com/271574/custom-color-chalkboard-paintOtherwise, you can find chalkboard paint at Michaels, and I think Martha Stewart brand.
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Re: Making a reclaimed threshing floor harvest table
Also, if you want the grey barnwood look, you can "artificially" age the wood quite easily. I aged some new spruce to look just like...
Also, if you want the grey barnwood look, you can "artificially" age the wood quite easily. I aged some new spruce to look just like weathered pallet wood. All it takes is black tea, steel wool and vinegar! Submerge a few pieces of steel wool in white vinegar and soak overnight. Brew a strong, dark black tea and wipe it all over the wood. Then wipe the vinegar liquid over the wood and it should immediately turn grey. I believe you can sand it at this point to make it lighter in colour, and then you could put a matte poly over it to protect it (or possibly some sort of sealer). I would recommend trying it out on some scrap wood from your table first though to make sure it is the look you want. I made this from the fake weathered wood, and it was new natural coloured pine before I treated it!
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Re: Making a reclaimed threshing floor harvest table
We built our own Ana White- inspired table! My brother helped us (he has the tools and knowledge), and we did it all on one...
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Re: My basement reno - part 1
Looks fantastic! It really makes me want a walk-out basement one day (but those are pretty much non-existent here in SK). So much light and...
Looks fantastic! It really makes me want a walk-out basement one day (but those are pretty much non-existent here in SK). So much light and I love the sofa!
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Re: Is your home always 'company ready?'
Definitely not! I also focus on the living room and just put junk away that has accumulated on the coffee table/dining table, and put blankets...
Definitely not! I also focus on the living room and just put junk away that has accumulated on the coffee table/dining table, and put blankets away inside the ottoman. If I have time I do a quick vacuum because our house always needs to be vacuumed with 4 pets! I try to straighten the kitchen too. This afternoon we had DH's aunt and uncle over for coffee after lunch, so I spent at least 2 hours this morning cleaning the whole house (because they hadn't seen it before, so we'd need to show them every room). Now it's pretty much back to being a mess but a little less dusty...
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Re: What would you do with this planter thingy?
Could you pour something clear over the rocks to make it one solid surface that would be easy to clean? Like epoxy? Or make it...
Could you pour something clear over the rocks to make it one solid surface that would be easy to clean? Like epoxy?
Or make it into an herb garden in your kitchen
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Re: Cards Against Humanity
You can only buy it online or possibly at a store in Toronto You could certainly send in the Staples request and have it by...
You can only buy it online or possibly at a store in Toronto
You could certainly send in the Staples request and have it by the evening, but it wouldn't have a nice box.
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Re: Cards Against Humanity
As many as you want! It's really informal and flexible. We've played with 4 people up to 8 people. Sometimes the more the better. Generally,...
As many as you want! It's really informal and flexible. We've played with 4 people up to 8 people. Sometimes the more the better. Generally, no one really cares who "wins"- it's just fun, especially with alcohol and a group of people you don't know well
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Re: Cards Against Humanity
Haha, I didn't even notice that. I appreciate the Glen Beck references ...
Haha, I didn't even notice that. I appreciate the Glen Beck references
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Re: I need help with a presentation and fast
A couple more if you are interested! Fibrodysplasia Ossificans progressiva (FOP)- a genetic condition in which fibrous tissue (like muscle, tendons, etc) is gradually ossified...
A couple more if you are interested!
Fibrodysplasia Ossificans progressiva (FOP)- a genetic condition in which fibrous tissue (like muscle, tendons, etc) is gradually ossified and becomes hard like bone when damaged. There is no treatment, but individuals generally become quite immobilized.
Osteogenesis Imperfecta- a genetic condition that causes extreme fragility of the bones (aka brittle bone disease). Individuals with this will often have bone malformations and be very short. It has variable severity. On the most severe end, it is lethal in utero or babies can have fractures visible before birth on ultrasound. However, some individuals can survive for many years with only minor issues.
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Re: I need help with a presentation and fast
Here are a few, not sure what will be interesting or not! Approximately 1 in 18 males and 1 in 50 females have an extra...
Here are a few, not sure what will be interesting or not!
Approximately 1 in 18 males and 1 in 50 females have an extra nipple. Most look like moles along the mammary gland line, and some can be fully formed. Some women will have an extra nipple that produces milk in pregnancy.
Uterus didelphys- a woman born with two uteri which can result in two vaginas and simultaneous pregnancy in both.
Fetus in fetu- A fetus or infant who is born with a mass of tissue resembling a fetus somewhere inside his/her body. The theory is that this mass is an absorbed twin or a well-developed teratoma. There are several cases on Wikipedia that are quite fascinating.
On that note, a teratoma is a generally non-cancerous tumor that can grow to a large size and contain hair, teeth, bones and even eyes or limbs.
Strange genetic disorders:
- Trimethylaminuria- a metabolic disorder that causes someone to smell like fish/rotting fish
-Progeria- a condition that causes rapid aging. Children with this will die around age 13, but they will have baldness, arthritis, heart disease, etc. Very sad and very very rare.
-Porphyria- a genetic condition that is thought to be the origin of the vampire legend. People with this condition are often anemic (therefore very pale) and need to avoid sunlight or else they will blister horribly and it will cause a lot of pain. They can also develop psychiatric illnesses. King George III is suspected to have suffered from it.
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