I love credit cards so much! v2.0 (see first page for add'l details)

[needsomesun]

I can’t even begin to count...my kindle is always with me and I freak out when I leave it in the laundry room or bathroom or on the elliptical...I’m sort of like the absent minded professor walking around reading all of the time

Same, I read a book every few days, but don't keep track. I read on the kindle app on my phone so it's always with me. Lunch breaks, kid activities. But I also put it down and leave it random places.

 

[alryan]

I read a lot, but I don’t keep track. I should probably start doing that....

I didn't use to either, but got on Goodreads 4-5 years ago. Plus, then I know if I'd read a book already, because sometimes I'd forget.

My job leaves me no time for reading anymore. So I listen to books now. I do a fair amount of driving for work. I have a Platinum subscription to Audible but wind up renewing it more than once a year.



Davina Porter is da bomb!!!

I can’t even begin to count...my kindle is always with me and I freak out when I leave it in the laundry room or bathroom or on the elliptical...I’m sort of like the absent minded professor walking around reading all of the time

Maybe it's time I give audio books a try.

 

[Brian4891]

Does anybody know how the stroller size limits are actually enforced at WDW? My double stroller is 31 3/4" wide which is just over the 31" limit. Is there somebody at the gate measuring strollers and confiscating any that don't meet the limit? Or is this a more general policy that is only being enforced on those who are several inches bigger than allowed?

I have no problem following the policy as stated, but if they are being lax on the enforcement, I would prefer to use our stroller rather than buy or rent one once we are there.

I did ask this question over in the families forum, but the people over there seem to be pretty by the book and did not offer much help.

 

[castormom4]

I didn't use to either, but got on Goodreads 4-5 years ago. Plus, then I know if I'd read a book already, because sometimes I'd forget.

My #1 reason for using GoodReads! Sometimes I'll hear about a book, go start reading it and realize it sounds familiar. So I started a "to read" list in the app now and just use that as my go to. I'm aiming for 12 books this year though. I enjoy reading but making the time is another story. It's good for my mind but also make me feel guilty I wasn't doing something else.

 

[disfanforlife]

I didn't use to either, but got on Goodreads 4-5 years ago. Plus, then I know if I'd read a book already, because sometimes I'd forget.

That happens to me too! I need to start doing that. I do have a good reads account - I just forget to use it most of the time.

 

[RoyalJay]

I booked the Swan using AA miles. Does anyone know if I can add my Marriott number to the reservation? I'm not expecting Marriott points from the stay, but would like other benefits like upgrade and breakfast, if possible. Just curious.

 

[*WDW*Groupie*]

@CyndiLouWho and anyone else who celebrates...Shana Tova!

 

[1st*toright]

It’s funny you mention this. I read 57 books last year and I’m only at 27 this year, mostly all on audio. I did used to always have one on my kindle for before bed or waiting rooms but I find myself checking this thread or reddit instead. I really started back up into churning in April and that’s just about when I slowed down on reading.

I’ve actually been trying to make a more conscience effort to read a bit more. Just so hard when there are points on the table!

I love to read, but really don't get to do it very much at this point in my life. I do audible, so I can listen in the car and while I'm cooking or doing other things around the house (everyone in my family listens to audible books - if you walk around my house on a Saturday morning, you will hear 3 or 4 different books going). We only get a couple of credits per month, so we listen to favorite books/series more than once. Some Harry Potter or other is almost always in someone's rotation. But while I enjoy audible, it doesn't count as "reading" for me - there is something about burying my nose in a real book, when I can't do anything but be immersed in the story that is special.

The only books I've read lately (other than re-reading a chapter or two of an old favorite here or there) are young adult fiction. My teen and I give each other books for birthdays/christmas and then share the books. We've been reading Neal Shustermann this year. I read an entire trilogy of his during my vacation this year - was really fun. I can't remember the last time I read something that would qualify as literature (other than Jane Ausitn, which kind of counts, but they are in my "old favorite" category).

 

[amalone1013]

Has anyone used the Costco app for checking out vs your physical card? Do they scan a barcode like the Sam's app?

 

[LuckyMamaInDE]

DH likes to run to podcasts too!

I do as well. No music--always Podcasts. Usually something inspirational (I need it!).

I listen to podcast when I walk (no running--bad foot) and when I do solo workouts at the gym. I need to keep my mind occupied!

 

[platamama]

Has anyone used the Costco app for checking out vs your physical card? Do they scan a barcode like the Sam's app?

They scan a QR code on the app. I'm so happy they have this so I don't have to carry another card around!! And it doesn't take up a slot in DH's 3-card wallet that he won't give up.

 

[amalone1013]

They scan a QR code on the app. I'm so happy they have this so I don't have to carry another card around!! And it doesn't take up a slot in DH's 3-card wallet that he won't give up.

Yay! I'm reorganizing my wallet today

 

[Haley R]

My #1 reason for using GoodReads! Sometimes I'll hear about a book, go start reading it and realize it sounds familiar. So I started a "to read" list in the app now and just use that as my go to. I'm aiming for 12 books this year though. I enjoy reading but making the time is another story. It's good for my mind but also make me feel guilty I wasn't doing something else.

That’s why I use goodreads too. I read mostly the same genre so sometimes the stories are really similar. It’s a quick check to see if I’ve read the book before or not

 

[Haley R]

You guys I think I did the Office Depot Visa gc deal all wrong and I’m ashamed of myself lol. Someone please explain to me how you would make the most out of the buy $300 save $15 deal. I want to check if I did it right but pretty sure I didn’t

 

[WVMomof3]

You guys I think I did the Office Depot Visa gc deal all wrong and I’m ashamed of myself lol. Someone please explain to me how you would make the most out of the buy $300 save $15 deal. I want to check if I did it right but pretty sure I didn’t

See the news thread, @Lain has a good post there.

 

[orangecuse]

Was it instant during the application process? I was denied almost immediately after on the status line, then I received an email (or a letter, can’t remember) asking for identity verification. Sent it in and approved. What a convoluted and annoying process!

It was like two hours later! The immediate message was review and then the first time I checked it, it switched. Maybe identity? Idk

 

[KPK02090]

Is anyone able to give me the number to call to product change my CSR to a CF, please.
Does it matter if I have a balance on the card when I PC?
Thanks!

 

[amalone1013]

Is anyone able to give me the number to call to product change my CSR to a CF, please.
Does it matter if I have a balance on the card when I PC?
Thanks!

I just call the number on the back of the card Balance doesn't matter

 

[amalone1013]

I just put together that I have a $715 credit on my Arrival Plus card...

 

[gottalovepluto]

Denied. Hmmmm instant denial at 2/24?! Whatever Barclays. App’d P2 and its pending.

How many Barclays do you have? How many have you closed?