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What do you really enjoy, but a lot of people don't?

218 replies

MrsEmmelineLucas · 19/04/2026 20:28

Flip side of another thread.

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Flannelfeet · 19/04/2026 21:12

CottageGate · 19/04/2026 20:48

I love it how they steam in cold weather.

I remember the first time I saw it and couldn't believe my eyes.

Bet that was a lovely sight 🤣

MrsEmmelineLucas · 19/04/2026 21:12

Arlanymor · 19/04/2026 21:03

I loved reading to my godgoblins. We still shout: "CHEESE!" at each other randomly now (they are 19 and 17) and I can't even remember what book that was from but I remember doing a 'voice' and it was probably about a decade ago. In fact they call my phone when they know I am busy and leave a "CHEESE" voicemail... which is fine as I call them back and say "BUTTONS FOR EYES!!!!!' I do remember that was from Coraline...

Love it! 🤩 Mine are older - 30s, but we still remember what the Hungry Caterpillar ate and what Ginger and Pickles sold in their shop!

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MrsEmmelineLucas · 19/04/2026 21:12

Flannelfeet · 19/04/2026 21:12

Bet that was a lovely sight 🤣

😂

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LifeBeginsToday · 19/04/2026 21:12

Babysitting my grandchild. I have her twice a week and love it.

EasternStandard · 19/04/2026 21:13

Running in really cold rain, running or whatever the bad weather really

Walking in any weather

I get the flying thing below but depends on comfort and age of dc

Noseylittlemoo · 19/04/2026 21:13

FiloPasty · 19/04/2026 20:52

Cleaning the lint out of the tumble drier, Joy I tell you!

I like cleaning out the computer keyboards at work , unravelling a paper clip to get between the keys and seeing all the fluff and stuff that comes out!

I also enjoy traffic jams ! After a car accident I find fast or hectic traffic really stressful so moving along slowly and calmly is fine with me!

SoSadSoSadSoSad · 19/04/2026 21:14

The gym.

GameOfJones · 19/04/2026 21:14

Spa days

Flannelfeet · 19/04/2026 21:15

Arlanymor · 19/04/2026 20:50

Quite! Oh and there's some skill stuff involved too apparently.... 😅

But honestly, I used to volunteer for the Carmarthen Quins and the clubhouse was caked in mud from about September to February! We'd steward the match and then they would all tramp in... it was glorious!

Nowadays I have to live vicariously through international games... but every time they leave the roof open at the Principality a bit of my heart soars as everyone around me pulls up their hoods and mutters.

People! You are getting it all wrong! The rugby slip and slide makes corner tries so much more immense!

You know quite a bit about rugby and I know nothing 😆 🤣. Well, apart from the big burly men covered in muck, 😆 🤣.

How old are you? Ive always wanted a sister...you could be my sister 😂🥰

WellConfusedandDazed · 19/04/2026 21:15

Currently a bit obsessed with weight lifting. Like heavy weights. I record all my sessions and how much I lift. I totally understand how people get into body building now. I love it. (and I hate cardio)

Clemdfandango · 19/04/2026 21:16

Iloveeverycat · 19/04/2026 20:34

Not going on holiday and enjoy just being at home. To me just taking time off work is a holiday. I don't need to go anywhere.

Oh I'm exactly the same.

I have 3 weeks off shortly and most colleagues can't believe I'm not going away but as you said, just not being at work is holiday enough for me.

I can't wait - utter bliss!

crackofdoom · 19/04/2026 21:16

Camping.

MaidMiriam · 19/04/2026 21:16

MrsEmmelineLucas · 19/04/2026 20:43

I love my job.
To add: plus I'm a teacher, which is even weirder to some!

Edited

That's so lovely to hear!

frozendaisy · 19/04/2026 21:17

Spending time with my husband!

Arlanymor · 19/04/2026 21:17

MrsEmmelineLucas · 19/04/2026 21:12

Love it! 🤩 Mine are older - 30s, but we still remember what the Hungry Caterpillar ate and what Ginger and Pickles sold in their shop!

Excellent! Even now my mum and I (my mum is 78 this year) when we ask what someone wants to drink, say: "Lashings of ginger beer!!!!" Totally a Famous Five kid in my youth! (And Secret Seven, although go into that less but did want a Kiki cake for my birthday!) 😍

WellConfusedandDazed · 19/04/2026 21:17

Noseylittlemoo · 19/04/2026 21:13

I like cleaning out the computer keyboards at work , unravelling a paper clip to get between the keys and seeing all the fluff and stuff that comes out!

I also enjoy traffic jams ! After a car accident I find fast or hectic traffic really stressful so moving along slowly and calmly is fine with me!

Ooo I like traffic jams too, lol. I don’t mind driving at all and love it when I can just chill in my car. I WFH though so driving is not a daily stress for me.

Solescan · 19/04/2026 21:18

Taking my baby/toddler to classes.
Going on holiday with my dcs.
Taking public transport.
Watching my dcs enjoy themselves at parties, school productions, theme park trips, playgrounds.
Having sex with my DH.

abracadabra1980 · 19/04/2026 21:18

Being a SAHM (many years ago)-no regrets; drinking alcohol whenever I feel like it, having a lie in most days and a rest in the afternoon 😳

Corvidsarethebest · 19/04/2026 21:18

Clemdfandango · 19/04/2026 21:16

Oh I'm exactly the same.

I have 3 weeks off shortly and most colleagues can't believe I'm not going away but as you said, just not being at work is holiday enough for me.

I can't wait - utter bliss!

Edited

I like staying home too. When people say you never regret experiences, I think I have a holiday or two I've regretted. I never regret staying at home, it's lovely.

flowerybun · 19/04/2026 21:19

ButterYellowHair · 19/04/2026 20:51

Nothing really… I love cooking, baking, nutrition, reading. But lots of people do. I really like Brussel sprouts and all things bitter like celeriac which is less normal.

Celeriac isn't bitter is it? I always think its nice and fudgy and sweet when cooked. I do also love a Brussel sprout!

Arlanymor · 19/04/2026 21:19

CottageGate · 19/04/2026 20:48

I love it how they steam in cold weather.

I remember the first time I saw it and couldn't believe my eyes.

Like bulls!

going to sit down for a bit now

flowerybun · 19/04/2026 21:20

I enjoy the rain and I enjoy researching for and writing essays.

WoodlandLove · 19/04/2026 21:21

Rituelec · 19/04/2026 21:03

My own company!

I love my own company too. I don't think I'm capable of feeling lonely.

Ipsevenenabibas · 19/04/2026 21:22

I love the school holidays and being with my kids 24/7!

NoArmaniNoPunani · 19/04/2026 21:22

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