Hunting the Falcon
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book_loveHunting the Falcon: Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, and the Marriage That Shook Europe by John Guy and Julia Fox
A history/biography.
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A history/biography.
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Review: "The George Foreman Lean Mean Fat Reducing Grilling Machine Cookbook"
23 February 2026 10:42 pmysabetwordsmith posting in book_loveThe George Foreman Lean Mean Fat Reducing Grilling Machine Cookbook
Paperback – January 1, 2000
by george-foreman-connie-merydith (Author)
Today we finished reading our second cookbook of the year. The front matter includes Acknowledgements, Preface, Introduction, and Smart Eating for Healthier Living. The recipe chapters are Bring Out the Best of Grilling -- Marinades, Sauces, and Rubs; A Cut Above -- Beef and Lamb; Smoky Sensations -- Pork Chops, Ribs, and Ham; Tender Choices from the Sea -- Fish and Shellfish; Savory Grilled Poultry -- Chicken and Turkey; Quick and Easy Favorites -- Burgers, Sandwiches, and Snacks; Tempting Companion Dishes -- Vegetables, Fruit, Salads, and Desserts. Then in the back are a basic cooking guide, glossary, and index. The index lists both recipe titles and ingredients.
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Paperback – January 1, 2000
by george-foreman-connie-merydith (Author)
Today we finished reading our second cookbook of the year. The front matter includes Acknowledgements, Preface, Introduction, and Smart Eating for Healthier Living. The recipe chapters are Bring Out the Best of Grilling -- Marinades, Sauces, and Rubs; A Cut Above -- Beef and Lamb; Smoky Sensations -- Pork Chops, Ribs, and Ham; Tender Choices from the Sea -- Fish and Shellfish; Savory Grilled Poultry -- Chicken and Turkey; Quick and Easy Favorites -- Burgers, Sandwiches, and Snacks; Tempting Companion Dishes -- Vegetables, Fruit, Salads, and Desserts. Then in the back are a basic cooking guide, glossary, and index. The index lists both recipe titles and ingredients.
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A Woman's Courage - Mature AU Tale Inspired by Wuthering Heights
23 February 2026 07:25 pmearthspirits posting in historiumFandom: Wuthering Heights (Inspired by Emily Brontë's 1847 Novel + The 1939 and 1992 Films)
Title: A Woman's Courage
Characters: Isabella Linton, Heathcliff, Joseph, Catherine Earnshaw + Original Character
Relationships: Isabella / Heathcliff - Catherine / Heathcliff
Era: Late 18th Century
Rating: Mature
Trigger Warnings: Abusive situation, unhappy marriage, references to past violence, references to past physical and psychological abuse, brief veiled reference to past animal abuse + threats of violence and some strong language.
Complete: 1/1
Word Count: 1,785
Summary: Isabella Linton has finally had enough.
Link: archiveofourown.org/works/79610331
Title: A Woman's Courage
Characters: Isabella Linton, Heathcliff, Joseph, Catherine Earnshaw + Original Character
Relationships: Isabella / Heathcliff - Catherine / Heathcliff
Era: Late 18th Century
Rating: Mature
Trigger Warnings: Abusive situation, unhappy marriage, references to past violence, references to past physical and psychological abuse, brief veiled reference to past animal abuse + threats of violence and some strong language.
Complete: 1/1
Word Count: 1,785
Summary: Isabella Linton has finally had enough.
Notes:
- Some spoilers for the novel and for the 1939 and 1992 films.
- Isabella in my tale is based on Geraldine Fitzgerald, as she appeared in the 1939 film. Heathcliff is based on Ralph Fiennes, as he appeared in the 1992 film.
Link: archiveofourown.org/works/79610331
Forewords and Afterwords
23 February 2026 01:06 pmmarycatelli posting in book_loveForewords and Afterwords by W.H. Auden
A collection of essays, including reviews, all written on occasion, for a particular book.
It produces a great variety of subjects.
Some are of period interest, of various kinds. The appropriate treatment for migraines being psychoanalysis? On the other hand, this is where I read his observation about how going over to Rome was a shocking scandal in the upper classes -- like the birth of an illegitimate baby -- but something that did happen, whereas becoming a Baptist was inconceivable.
Much about poets and other writers, some interesting observations on heroes, and more.
A collection of essays, including reviews, all written on occasion, for a particular book.
It produces a great variety of subjects.
Some are of period interest, of various kinds. The appropriate treatment for migraines being psychoanalysis? On the other hand, this is where I read his observation about how going over to Rome was a shocking scandal in the upper classes -- like the birth of an illegitimate baby -- but something that did happen, whereas becoming a Baptist was inconceivable.
Much about poets and other writers, some interesting observations on heroes, and more.
Strangers Thing fic - plot beta/beta reader?
20 February 2026 06:01 pmauthor_by_night posting in fictional_fansI don't know if this post is allowed, I just wasn't sure where else to ask.
I'm currently working on a Strangers Thing fic. I am very new to the fandom. I'd like someone I can bounce off of, and maybe a beta down the line? It's an AU with a better ending to El's story, giving her what I think she deserved. There might be some Canon Divergence for S4 as well. The fic is Byler, not Mileven, although she and Mike will remain good friends.
Any takers?
Again, Modly Beings, feel free to delete.
I'm currently working on a Strangers Thing fic. I am very new to the fandom. I'd like someone I can bounce off of, and maybe a beta down the line? It's an AU with a better ending to El's story, giving her what I think she deserved. There might be some Canon Divergence for S4 as well. The fic is Byler, not Mileven, although she and Mike will remain good friends.
Any takers?
Again, Modly Beings, feel free to delete.