#• bath bomb strategy

[sleepnoises]

remaining gift concerns

• manifest intangible experience gift into wrappable flesh [frame probably]

• onion

• continue to hope re: timely arrival of thriftbooks order. backup: recycle books

[sourcherryandsprinkles]

Taking care of Coryo afte the bombing. He's being stubborn and doesn't want to rest and maybe says something hurtful to reader?

I started over three times...I hope you like it

Warnings: mention on bombing and deaths

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You were sitting by his side when Coriolanus’ eyes slowly opened, stirring from his deep sleep. He shifted in the bed and made a sound of discomfort, his shoulder throbbing. 

‘’Easy, you’re gonna hurt yourself,’’ you said, helping him off his stomach and into a more comfortable position. 

The scene had been horrifying to watch on the screen of the academy. No one knew exactly what had happened as the area wasn’t a very secured place. The screen had turned black after catching some of the explosions, leaving everyone in the auditorium worried for their fellow classmates — and tributes.

You brushed a hand through his hair, looking down at him. ‘’How are you feeling?’’ 

Coryo’s eyes met your concerned gaze. ‘’Lucy Gray, is she..?’’ he asked, a fog enveloping his mind. 

‘’She is okay,’’ you reassured him. ‘’They took all the remaining tributes back at the Capitol zoo.’’ 

‘’I’m guessing they’re still going with the games.’’ 

You nodded. ‘’Do you remember what happened in the arena?’’ 

Coriolanus winced, trying to piece together the fragments of his memory. ‘’It’s all a blur,’’ he admitted, his brow furrowing. ‘’Explosions, fire and…people were running and more bombs going off. Lucy Gray and I got knocked down when the first bomb exploded. I tried to get back up, but a piece of the arena’s structure fell on me. She came back for me.’’

You gave a sympathetic smile, continuing to run your fingers through his disheveled hair. You had been so worried when Tigris told you a piece of the structure had fallen on her cousin during the bombing. ‘’They were old bombs some rebels must have placed between the end of the last games and now. The area is not well secure, so they could have gotten in at night.’’

Tigris returned shortly with Sejanus behind her. He was bringing information on the tributes and mentors' conditions. Coriolanus nodded as his friend spoke, absorbing the information while you held his hand, stroking the back with your thumb. Four tributes and two mentors had died. 

‘’Wherever Marcus is right now, he has more chances at survival than in the arena,’’ Sejanus said, still cursing his father for buying his old friend as tribute. It was sick. 

Coriolanus sighed, the weight of the games and the Plinth prize still on his shoulders.  

‘’You should rest,’’ you said to Coryo after Sejanus left. 

‘’I don’t have time to rest. The games are tomorrow. I need to think of a strategy so I can make my tribute win—’’ He tried to sit up, his face twisting with pain. ‘’Fuck.’’ 

‘’You don’t care about the girl! I know you’re doing this for the Plinth prize, but no amount of money is worth risking your health for. You need to rest, Coryo.’’ 

A bitter retort escaped his lips. ‘’Says the one who’s family is bathing in money.’’ He stood, seeking support from the wall as his head began to spin from the concussion. ‘’If I don’t win this money, everyone will know about the Snow family’s downfall. There was an eviction notice on our door last week. Tigris tried to hide it from me, but I saw it. We can barely afford food, how are we gonna pay rent? I need to go to university. I have to support my family. Without the Plinth prize, none of this can happen.’’ 

His state of panic made his head hurt from the heavy thinking. Coriolanus groaned, the pain intensifying, and released the wall to cradle his head in his hands, causing him to lose balance.  Instinctively, you moved swiftly, grabbing him before he could fall, and guided him back on the bed. 

‘’I may not know what it’s like to struggle financially, but don't hold it against me for being born into my family,’’ you said, not allowing him to make you feel bad for your social class. He couldn’t take his frustrations out on you. ‘’I don’t prance around my family’s money like our classmates do, or look down on the less fortunate. If you want to secure this prize, you need to lie back and rest. You can’t make your tribute win if you can’t even stand on your feet.’’ 

One thing you had learned these past years was that Coriolanus was the most stubborn person you knew. His determination could never be underestimated, a trait that often bordered on obstinacy. It was a crucial part of what made him who he was. Fortunately, you were one of the only people who knew how to reason with him and talk him down when he was being unreasonable. It wasn't always an easy feat, considering his unyielding nature, but you had honed the skill of navigating through his stubbornness.

He let out a sigh of defeat, knowing you were right. ‘’What am I gonna do?’’ Fear and desperation laced his voice, pulling at your heartstrings. 

You sat beside him and gently placed your hands on his face. ‘’We’ll figure something out,’’ you promised, letting him know he wasn’t alone. ‘’For now, you’re gonna lie back in bed while I find you something to eat. I can hear your stomach screaming.’’

Coryo managed a faint smile, appreciating your concern. ‘’It’s not that loud...’’ 

You gave him a look as his stomach betrayed him with a loud noise. ‘’I’ll be right back.’’

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ain'tcha just the cutest — miguel diaz

▸summary: you have a phrase that you love to say to your boyfriend. miguel loves when you say it. win-win.

▸characters: miguel diaz, gn!reader

▸tw: fluff and sweet moments and cute stuff

▸a/n: uhhhhhhhhh personally i'm an angst girly but i need to expand my skills

IT IS A well known fact that Miguel is not a morning person. He is a bomb-sleeper. An earthquake could hit and he'd simply switch to the other side and continue dreaming.

This is the reason why you were awake, and he was not. Mind you, it was nine in the morning, but you had nothing to do, so you could kill a couple hours more.

You were not a strong sleeper. You were a lightweight, and once the slumber was gone, it was gone. It had happened a few times, but it was lessening recently, which you were thankful for. It just meant that you still got up early, sometimes at the crack of dawn.

It also meant that Miguel had his arms around you, restricting your options of escape as he snored delicately next to you. You wouldn't move for the world, but you had needs, and unfortunately, his arm was, in fact, pushing down on your bladder.

You tried slipping from his grip. He only tightened it and grumbled. You tried waking him up. He only cuddled more into you. You tried to wriggle out and forcibly remove his harm from around you. He simply slapped your hand away in his sleep and sighed as he placed back around you. It was futile. But it was cute.

But you really needed the bathroom.

So you resorted to an absolute manipulation strategy. You placed kiss after kiss after smooch after peck on his face until her eventually had to rub his eyes open. You took your chance, darting from his grasp before he could secure back to him. You chuckled lightly as you heard him whine into the pillow.

You came out of the bathroom finding him in exactly the same position he was in a couple of minutes ago, breathing deeply and half his head smushed in the pillow. You knelt next to the bed, brushing his very lovely hair away from his face. He grumbled again, grabbing your hand lazily and holding it to his chest.

You chuckled again, getting back into bed in a sitting up position so to be more comfortable as you played on your phone. You stroked his hair after freeing the hand he had grabbed.

"Ain'tcha just the cutest?" you mumbled under your breath. He nuzzled into your ribs, tickling you a little.

There was no reply, but that was the first time you said it.

The next time you said it, it was his birthday. You had wished him a happy birthday, and had given him his gift. It was a bracelet that he commanded you put on him immediately.

After the day went by, you paid him another visit, carrying a wicker basket with a blanket over the top. When you announced it was picnic time, he nearly tripped after trying to put on his best pants quickly.

Luckily, you managed to get to the grassy spot you had meditated on using a few hours ago without harm. He was fine, you were fine, everything was fine. You laughed through the afternoon, you kissing into the sunset, and you ate into the evening.

He must've been ravenous, because when you looked at him after taking a picture of the sunset on your phone, you burst out laughing. This boy had tomato sauce all over his face, and he still continued to devour the plate of spaghetti in front of him.

"Whatcha laughing at?" he asked, his words muffled because of the spaghetti. This only made you laugh harder, falling backwards as you clutched your sides. Poor guy was so confused when you started gasping for breath, looking at you with wide eyes.

When you sat back up, you grabbed a napkin from the basket, bringing it to his face. You held his face in one hand and wiped the sauce from the other. The previous exaggeration was not quite true. It was not all over his face. It was just gathered in the corners of his mouth, like a toddler. He waited patiently for you to finish bathing him, grinning at you when you halted.

You giggled, patting his face with the hand that was previously holding it. "Ain'tcha just the cutest?" His face lit up more than it did before, and his eyes could rivals lying saucers.

The most recent time you said it was when there was a rumour going around school about you. Something about you and your relationship history, which was actually over way before it began. But people loved to hold onto things that gave them a reason to poke their nose where it didn't belong.

So, you never let it bother you. Miguel was a little harder to persuade, but eventually, he left it alone. And it was a good decision. The rumour died down, the people lost interest, and you had a good day at school. Until you stepped into the cafeteria to see Miguel and another student tussling on the ground. The two boys were rolling around, and only did they separate when two teachers pushed past the masses of people and forcibly pulled them away from each other. Both were sent to the nurse, and you followed behind. They were sat on the two beds that were there.

You sighed as you stood in front of your boyfriend that had his head down to look at your feet. He was swinging his legs and cracking his knuckles and playing with his fingers.

"Look at me, please." Your voice was gentle and held room for negative response. But he'd never deny you anything, so he looked up at you. You sighed again.

His face wasn't as bad as the other guy's, but it was still roughed up. He was holding a tissue to his bleeding nose, his eye was a little red, he had a scratch on his cheekbone, and his knuckles were spotted like a dalmatian.

You took another tissue, wet it with your water bottle, and held it up to his scratch. You just cleaned it a little, and his twitched his eye a little. You heard the nurse and the other boy talking in the next room.

You finished cleaning the scratch before putting on a plain bandaid. You stroked his cheek.

"What did you hit him for?"

Miguel grumbled. "He was talking about you and the other guys, about how he was one of them and that he made you feel better than I do."

You frowned. You didn't even remember the other guy's face, how could he have—

Oh.

You scrunched up your nose. You'd forgotten about that.

"Miguel, he was a one night stand. Two years ago. We were at a party, and a little tipsy, and we did it." You leaned a little closer to his face. He met your eyes with his own. "I can assure you, I didn't even remember his face until now. How could he have made me feel good?"

He breathed out a laugh. "What about me?" He was blushing a little bit as he asked. "Do I make you feel good?"

You kissed his bandaid, holding his face in your hands, smushing it a little. "You make me feel best."

He grinned. He liked grinning. He had a good grin. "I make you feel best?"

"Yes, you do."

"Even though we don't..."

"Even though we don't."

"I love you lots, you know?"

That made you giggle. "I love you lots too." His eyes shone like stars when you said that, making you bump your noses together. "Ain'tcha just the cutest?"

"I am?"

"You are."

You kissed his bandaid again.

[cybertron-after-dark]

You should write beast wars, can I have some silly predacon headcanons?

I should absolutely write beast wars. Silly Predacon headcanons coming up

-Megatron talks battle strategy with his rubber duck all the time. He considers it his most trusted advisor because it's never said anything stupid and never tried to kill him. Honestly, he's tempted to think of the little dude as his only real friend.

-Speaking of Megatron, the man is a WHORE for a good bath bomb. Lush addiction, 100%. He has a whole hidden stock of bath bombs, bath salts, scented oils, candles, decorative soaps, scented metal polish and flower petals specifically for spoiling himself when he feels like hes completely surrounded by idiots. Which is often. Has he ever tried to eat one of the decorative soaps that look like baked goods? It doesn't count if it's the t rex hand.

-the reason skorponok occasionally reverts into caveman speak for some episodes is the writers couldn't figure out what to do with him he knows talking like that pisses off tarantulas and he thinks his annoyance is funny even though literally nobody else is amused by the bit.

-skorponok actually kind of misses dinobot because he made his job a lot easier. Constantly pitching ideas, suggesting battle strategies, pointing out flaws in plans. He was useful, even if he seemed to hate skorponok. He doesn't really know how to be a good second in command anymore because a crucial part of the dynamic is missing and he just can't adapt.

-waspinator is perfectly capable of speaking in normal grammar and not in the third person but he's been doing it since he joined in with Megatron and at this point he thinks he's in too deep to knock it off. He thinks it makes him sound cuter because it's actually an evolution of internet uwu speak. Memes get weirdly translated from earth to Cybertron and back.

-waspinator is actually really good at baking but he'll get blasted to bits a thousand times over before he lets anyone other than terrorsaur know because none of his other coworkers deserve to try his cupcakes (and also because he doesn't want to get "promoted" to kitchen slave). Dinobot knew, but he didn't snitch. Wasp never found out that Dinobot would occasionally snag a brownie, he always thought he just counted wrong.

-Terrorsaur is not above attempting to seduce a maximal but all his flirting attempts go horribly awry. If they don't outright reject him they just have no idea what he's getting at bc Predacon flirting is usually a lot different than maximal flirting so everyone thinks he's just kind of being a dick like usual. Dinobot knows exactly what is happening and ranges anywhere from amused to disgusted by the cross-faction fling attempts. The flying weasel clearly has no principles.

-Every couple weeks or so wasp and terrorsaur will get together to watch terrible movies over a bottle of highgrade and it always devolves into bitching about megatron. They tried inviting tarantulas a few times but he'd always make things Weird by bringing in slashers with really good special effects and proceeding to gush about how tasty the gore looks.

-Tarantulas knows what just about every living species in the known galaxy tastes like, organic, mechanical and everything in between. If it's made contact with Cybertron, chances are he's he's tried their flesh (or lack thereof). If it's at all possible, he wants to find out enough about the Vok to figure out how to capture, kill and eat one.

-Tarantulas also thinks rampage is a total poser when it comes to cannibalism. He doesn't even look like he's having fun with it. Barely any torturing or teasing beforehand, only dramatic monologues about fear and anguish. Bah! Amateur...

-Blackarachnia has a trash tv addiction. She doesn't know WHY the Darksyde's datatrax has every season of Keeping Up with the Kardashians and like 30 TLC produced shows, but she refuses to stop watching them. Tarantulas fucking hates it. She does not care and if he complains she will turn the volume higher.

-Blackarachnia has incredibly mixed feelings on the story Cinderella. On the one hand, it gives her a degree of hope. A girl reduced to a work slave for terrible people that gets to escape and live it up with a guy that lives her? Great conceptually, but she only got to get out of it because she was a good person and nice to everyone. Blackarachnia? Not quite so disgustingly sweet. She's a bad girl through and through. And evidently bad people don't get to escape bad situations. Oh well. She can always try to fake it til she makes it.

-Inferno has always secretly hoped that when the war is over, his Queen Megatron will settle down with him and repopulate the colony together. He has wildly saccharine domestic daydreams of being with his giant beloved lizardy queen and their 3000+ kids. He has accidentally let this slip around Megatron once, who proceeded to pointedly ignore what he just said.

-Terrorsaur and Blackarachnia got Inferno to watch Drag Race but upon hearing the contestants being called queen, he took it a bit too literally and interpreted the show as the sad, underwhelming way human queens settle disputes between their colonies instead of just fighting the proper way. Lame.

-Quickstrike is so so very sad he can't play video games. He wants to play GTA and cause excessive and wanton death and destruction, but his fucked up hands cannot hold the controller. He forsakes Primus for building him the way he did. He keeps trying to get tarantulas to make him a usable controller but he gets brushed off every time.

-Quickstrike has attempted to ride inferno in his beast mode into battle. It did not end well but for about a solid 18 seconds it looked metal as hell.

-Rampage actually really likes depth charge and wants to be friends sooooo bad but he doesn't know how to handle that in a healthy way so he keeps trying to get his attention by playing up the cannibalism thing and hoping they fight again. Honestly he just kind of likes depth charge holding him, even if it's in a chokehold.

-After losing transmutate, Rampage projected a lot of his grief onto waspinator, which lead to a very strange period of time on the ship where rampage would get very cuddly and protective of wasp, who was incredibly terrified of what would happen if he shoved the crab off. Usually accompanied by Rampage being Incredibly Sad.

-every month the preds have a game night. Usually a board game or card game with Megatron's house rules. Said house rules are specifically designed to make a fight break out for his amusement. These game nights typically end with at least three people in the r-chamber and somebody missing at least one limb.

[silverflqmes]

໒⦂ 𝐒𝐋𝐄𝐄𝐏𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐇𝐂𝐒.

notes. reposted from wp!

genre. fluff + crack

ft. tooru oikawa, yuji terushima, atsumu + osamu miya, shigeru yahaba, keiji akaashi, shoyo hinata

gender neutral! reader

➫    𝓞𝗜𝗞𝗔𝗪𝗔   𝓣𝗢𝗢𝗥𝗨   ୨୧   ˎˊ˗

⌗ sleepovers with oikawa are wILD LIKE GIRL GET READY OMG —

⌗ lots of snacks and y'all would bake cookies together after running to like, walmart in pajamas

⌗ cuz you guys have sleepovers so offen you practically have clothes at each other's houses. oikawa has matching alien pajamas for y'all istg — imagine walking into the store at 10pm lookin like a bunch of dorks searchin for cookie mix-

⌗ FACIALS — girl you already know oikawa has all that good shit that just — wOrKs wOnDErs. expensive asf too, but he has money🧍‍♀️

⌗ jamming to boybands; i don't make the rules, he does😻

⌗ sleep? with all the sci-fi movies he wants to watch? honeyyy😪

⌗ cUdDLinG cuz oikawa KNOWS how to hug istg like he's so wARm AND GIRL THOSE ARMS PLEASE-

➫    𝓣𝗘𝗥𝗨𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗠𝗔   𝓨𝗨𝗝𝗜   ୨୧   ˎˊ˗

⌗ TIKTOKS — istg yes y'all are makin tiktoks cuz teru do b famous🤾

⌗ pictures too — terushima would prolly also try n vlog your whole sleepover for you guys to watch later and just rEmiNisCe✨ he would totally edit the whole thing too and make it bomb asf

⌗ deadass feel like yuji would bring up the idea of going on omegele to screw w ppl a lil bit —

⌗ the girls would lose their shit and tbh if i saw him, me too😐

⌗ fuck tons of soda n pizza; no sleep🤩

⌗ ngl y'all would definitely pull up on wp or tumblr n make fun of sum nsfw posts

⌗ HE DOES YOUR HAIR HXJDKSKS

➫    𝓜𝗜𝗬𝗔   𝓣𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗦   ୨୧   ˎˊ˗

⌗ they're kind of a packaged deal- so you get both unless you wanna sit n watch them argue for 368393 years over you😐

⌗ DUMBASSES START ARGUING OVER THE TOP BUNK HDJSKLSLSKS

⌗ you make them both sleep on the floor BAHHAHAHAHAHAHA as you should.

⌗ they have loads of gaming consoles so i can see y'all playing a couple rounds of smash maybe or pulling up on the wii to play either just dance, mk or mario party

⌗ each time atsumu loses he throws a fit n starts complaining, asking for rematches every five minutes until samu kicks him🧍‍♀️

⌗ OSAMU MAKES DINNER HXJSKSKSL

⌗ at some point after knocking out, you'll wake up to get a glass of water and that's when you catch those two hugging each other in their sleep 😶 you take pictures for the team-

➫    𝓨𝗔𝗛𝗔𝗕𝗔   𝓢𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗘𝗥𝗨   ୨୧   ˎˊ˗

⌗ ahem, for my underrated crackheaded son- Y'ALL WOULD HAVE THE SOFTEST YET MOST CHAOTIC SLEEPOVER EVER

⌗ HE HAS SHIT ON EVERYONE OMG

⌗ too much tea and too little sleep

⌗ because of his horrible strategies when it comes to picking up girls, you end up giving him a few tips, he needs them-

⌗ i feel like earlier in the day, you'd end up going shopping together and take some really pretty pictures later under some flowers

⌗ you guys would totally bake toooo, cream puffs cuz you were teasing him about his hair zhsjskslldl you save some for makki🙈

⌗ deep conversations about future stuff cuz he's worried about the third years leaving and nervous; please hug him-

➫    𝓐𝗞𝗔𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗜   𝓚𝗘𝗜𝗝𝗜   ୨୧   ˎˊ˗

⌗ you guys would have such a relaxing sleepover omg

⌗ facials and manicures cuz boy needs to keep his own nails nice n taken care of for those smooth ass sets

⌗ i feel like akaashi would have a pool so bring a bathing suit with you🥰

⌗ i headcanon him being able to play piano tbh, he just seems like that kinda classy guy to me- but ofc really shy and maybe a pinch self conscious abt playing, so he'll reluctantly play something for you but it'll sound sooo good

⌗ deep conversations as well because yk he's mostly close with the third years and well as draining as bokuto can be, he doesn't want him to go, or konoha and the others🙁

⌗ please reassure him hdjsksk he needs it.

⌗ studio ghibli movies🥺 i feel like his favorite would be spirited away cuz the visuals and him empathizing with haku??

➫    𝓗𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗔   𝓢𝗛𝗢𝗬𝗢   ୨୧   ˎˊ˗

⌗ he'd probably come to your house and pick you up at the crack of mf dawn to go to morning practice with him first before going to his house😐

⌗ PORK BUNS AND LOADS OF FOOD

⌗ natsu would be home and she prolly wants sum attention🥺🥺 shoyo would get jealous of her for hogging you at some point xhsjsksls

⌗ he tries to bake with you-

⌗ he would talk your ear off all night about stuff which tbh you wouldn't mind cuz he's so mf cute and it's admirable how passionate he is about what he does and his teammates, opponents too; we stan a sweet lil birb who respects everyone💘

⌗ PLEASE PLAY DS W HIM HDSJKS HE HASN'T BEEN ABLE TO PLAY MULTIPLAYER CUZ KENMA AIN'T THERE SOOOO

⌗ he lets you sleep on his bed while he takes the floor because he wants you to be comfortable😭 love you sm sho<3

notes. honestly these could either be platonic or romantic now that i think abt it

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Starting off the year with some thoughts on Askin and what I think is worth learning from him.

On one side, he holds to his style, to being elegant, to living, acting, and killing with grace. He doesn’t use big words unless he can actually back them up. He doesn’t try to appear stronger than he is, nor to impress anyone. He actually considers these kinds of talking and acting as betraying weakness and insecurity. He likes to carry himself calm, composed and real. 

On the other side, he isn’t afraid of being real and honest in ways that might make him seem weak and vulnerable, like acknowledging his opponents as strong, their wins against him, his own flaws, his moments of awe and fear that make him feel so human. He even recognizes that this part of him leads to him being underestimated by others. But none of this diminishes the other part of him. He is always being honest and real. His strong, stylish, calm and elegant self isn’t a façade that falls down in these other moments, no. He owns it. He owns his style and actually carries himself to his aesthetics because he has the powers and strength to back it up. He even turns the underestimation from others into an advantage. 

He is ok with playing the fool because he is never really one. For example, running around with Grimmjow was part of a strategy. Grimm was a new, unexpected element he had to adapt to. He didn’t give himself out until learning a bit more about Grimm, especially his reasons and whose side he is on. Acting the way he did helped in Grimmjow not taking him serious enough. When he got Grimmjow where he wanted to, he dropped a poisonous ball on him and paralyzed him on the spot. It was easy, not even a battle, which allowed his condescending talk afterwards to be bathed in truth.

He can lean back, watch Lille and Gerard’s fights, ramble on about the Royal Guards and Quincy rumors, make casual, condescending comments because he was able to get The Kurosaki Ichigo poisoned and planted face down on the ground.

He can take disfiguring hits from Yushiro and acknowledge his strength with blood dripping from his face, be thrown around and burned to a crisp, have his clothes all torn and shredded and let out unflattering sounds, sweat in fear at seeing Yhwach’s black form covered in eyes, run around dodging rocks, and so on, and none will be shameful because his powers and strengths stay true.

He can stay leaned back with torn clothes next to Yoruichi and be thrown away after getting blinded and it won’t detract from the fact that he was fast enough to keep up with her notorious speed and stealth skills like it was child’s play, or that he was holding a poisonous bomb capable of bringing her down, or that he was the reason for the deadly wounds in her brother’s chest whom she was holding after running off because she had to hide away. 

He can recognize his mistakes and acknowledge, sometimes even with a tint of admiration, when his opponents make the better of him. Their wins don’t bring him down because it doesn’t erase from his powers. This is a man that knows his worth for better and worse.

I think Askin's style is worth integrating in our lives, trying to live elegantly, to own our aesthetics in both form and substance. 

I don’t mean to match external ideals, superficial or commercial aesthetics, but personal aesthetics, goals and aspirations, the way one carries themselves, living with dignity, being honest to oneself, facing challenges with calm and being solution oriented - which I think is very attractive and elegant as opposed to other reactions and behaviors that can be considered ugly. It doesn't mean keeping a pristine appearance or building a façade. These don't hold as life isn't all pink, but working on skills, strengths,  self improving to live the way one wants is possible. This way includes the reactions to failures, to the unexpected, to the unpleasant, our less than perfect self and lives. I just think Askin, as a fictional character, is already there and holds as a nice reminder.

Happy New Year!

[sylvarantii]

Being a fan of crossovers, this movie was pretty exciting for me to check out. Definitely didn't disappoint!

Lupin the III vs Detective Conan: The Movie is sort of one I wasn't sure how to feel about since I think I've only watched maybe one season of Lupin and it was definitely one of the more "modern" seasons.

That said, while I knew what to expect considering I do at least know the general direction the series takes, I feel it's fair to warn people who aren't familiar with the series to tread lightly.

To sum it up, it's, well, raunchy. There's sex jokes and lots of seeing women in provocative ways (especially Fujiko, my god that woman is the poster girl of extremely sexual women, even in this movie). Tons of cleavage. A bathing scene. It's very adult. Haha.

Which normally isn't a problem, but...I wasn't too fond of the fact Haibara got dragged into it. I just think when you're discussing certain things about the woman body and it's addressed toward a child (regardless of how old she is mentally) it feels a little wrong. Especially with an adult implyingly getting handsy with said child while making said comment.

So just...keep that in mind if you're like me and you're a little put off by it.

The humor of the series was a very good addition to this movie. I really do enjoy some of the gags of the Lupin series and it certainly delivered in this movie.

The characters were all really fun. I think my favorites were Jigan and Inspector Zenigatta.

I love Conan and Jigan's little playful banter of "being father and son". It was very precious.

By the way, there was a tv special before this one (Same name, just doesn't have "the movie" added on in the title). I would highly recommend watching it first as it provides a lot of context for the movie. Not to mention they do bring up some things from the tv special in the movie.

That said, you CAN watch the movie without the context. It's not like it's hard to follow otherwise.

I also want to say that Satou was an absolute delight in this movie. I love how she's willing to admit Lupin was her first childhood crush, but has no issues taking him down. She's hilarious and I just really enjoyed her in this movie. I kind of wish there could've been more of her.

It's rather funny to me as well that you can easily pick out which designer was doing which of the background and side characters. Like, I do think the Lupin series and Detective Conan mesh pretty well, but there are VERY MUCH artistic differences between the two that can be spotted at a glance.

Now before I add this to the rankings, I would like to note I'm not going to add a movie number to it since technically "Dimensional Sniper" is considered the 18th movie. But since this one came out after the last one, I figured I'd watch and write a little something up.

1.) The Raven Chaser (13th Movie)

2.) The Fourteenth Target (2nd Movie)

3.) The Lost Ship in the Sky (14th Movie)

4.) The Time Bombed Skyscraper (1st Movie)

5.) Magician of the Silver Sky (8th Movie)

6.) Captured in Her Eyes (4th Movie)

7.) Crossroad in the Ancient Capital (7th Movie)/Lupin the III vs. Detective Conan: The Movie

8.) Quarter of Silence (15th Movie)

9.) The Phantom of Baker Street (6th Movie)

10.) Countdown to Heaven (5th Movie)

11.) Strategy Above the Depths (9th Movie)

12.) The Private Eyes' Requiem (10th Movie)

13.) Full Score of Fear (12th Movie)

14.) The Eleventh Striker (16th Movie)

15.) The Wizard of the Last Century (3rd Movie)

16.) Jolly Roger in the Deep Azure (11th Movie)

17.) Private Eye in the Distant Sea (17th Movie)

Perhaps it doesn't make a lot of sense, but for some reason, it just feels best to give it tie status with another movie. It could just be laziness on my part so as not to have to fix the numbers, but I kind of feel like this is the way to go.

Especially since it feels almost like an unofficial official part of the Detective Conan Movie saga.

I don't really expect anyone to know what I'm talking about, I already know how confusing I must sound.

Either way, ending notes, great movie! Highly recommend when you just want a fun watch to give you a few laughs

[absurdcosmonaut]

“Broken”

The workshop was as noisy as usual, with the usual songs playing through the fox’s sound system juuuuuust quiet enough for Sonic not to hear. The Tornado’s weapon systems needed to pack a bigger punch, and adding the portable missiles now without the chastisement from his older brother would be the best way to do it. Why was Sonic so hellbent on keeping him from his explosives anyway? You didn’t see HIM complaining about Sonic’s running habits with the Sonic Booms and all…

Right now, the onboard missile carrier would be retrofitted underneath the blue biplane where the bombs were meant to go (but he never got a chance to use them, ugh… stupid hedgehog always getting in the way…) but the fox was sure that such a change would be far more useful since they either met Robotnik’s forces head on or underground, eliminating the need for bombs entirely. (Much to the chagrin of the fox who wanted to use them so badly…)

Pondering about strategy however, was probably not the best idea when hammering steel bolts into sheet metal… a lesson the fox soon learned when the head of the excessively large hammer slipped and struck his paw right in the knuckle. The fox bit his tongue as he hissed, clearly another bad decision as the familiar taste of iron filled his mouth; hey, it sure beat waking up the hero of Mobius and having him discover the secret cache of weapons and ammo you’ve been making and hoarding. He tried his best to ignore the nauseating crack that emanated from his hand when the hammer came down upon his paw.

The fox retreated his palm, cradling it in his other paw as he made his way to the workshop bathroom. It was on the walk towards the bathroom door he finally got a look out the window. Sunrise. Shit. Sonic would be up any second! He ran over and quickly grabbed all the weapons and ammunition, shoving them back into various cabinets and safes hidden around the workshop to avoid the gaze of his surrogate brother. The pain in his hand seemed to disagree with each and every movement he made aggrieved the injured paw further; his eyes began to water as the last missile shell was shoved into the workshop closet.

One everything he was working on was shoved in some crevasse of the workshop, the fox dashed to the bathroom. Staring at himself in the mirror, the vulpine was met with a pitiful sight; fur matted and disorderly, covered in oil and grime; tails a dull shade of sickly beige rather than a vibrant yellow-orange; eyes weighted with heavy, dark bags under them that conveyed his revolt against sleep. He grabbed a washcloth from the sink and ran it under the faucet with some soap, frantically scrubbing each part of his body but to no avail. His fur was thick and the grime’d had hours and hours to set in; he knew the only way to truely clean now was a bath. Unfortunately, the workshop bathroom only had a toilet and sink.

He still had time! If he could just sneak into the house and into the bathroom he could take a shower and pretend he was never-

The fox stopped dead in his tracks and immediately dropped the washcloth he had been carrying to clean his fur. There, in the door to the workshop nested just in the corner above a small set of stairs, was a cobalt hedgehog sitting on the stairs. He leaned backwards with a socked foot over his knee, body supported by gloved paws. He had a serene look of mischief on his face, as if he was expecting the fox to notice him.

The fox’s eyes narrowed as he stammered, “h-h-ho-how…?”, thankfully he didn’t need to say anything more as his brother took the reins. “Oh… just about…”, he looked at his wrist as if it had a watch when it was devoid of one. He continued, “since you had that missile launcher out and were tinkering with it. Wondered when you’d figure out I was here”, he said casually.

The fox rubbed his injured hand idly, “so did you…?” Sonic cut him off again. “See your hiding places for all your non-big brother approved stashes? Perhaps…” Tails sighed in defeat as his tails fell to the floor and ears flattened onto his skull, at least he didn’t see the fox smash his hand. He pried his eyes from the hedgehog’s gaze and looked to the ground beneath his feet in shame. Sonic’s characteristic smirk fell as he suddenly sat up straight. The teen uncrossed his leg and scootched over, tapping the spot next to him on the stairs.

The fox complied with the invitation, and sat next to the hedgehog, though at the other end refusing to look him in the eye. “You know I don’t blame you, right?”, the voice was so understanding and devoid of any disappointment or ridicule that the ear closest to the hedgehog on the fox’s head stood on end and swiveled in the hero’s direction; an unspoken statement of intrigue and surprise. “Keed, you were born in the closest thing to hell on Mobius I could imagine. Those ignorant villagers knew nothing of your genius and put you through hell for it. Of course I can’t blame you for wanting to constantly protect yourself”, the hedgehog explained as he scooted over to the fox’s side and threw an arm around him. The fox looked over and Sonic could make out a teary gaze looking back at him as a solitary tear traced itself down the fox’s cheek, a telltale sign the fox’s high built walls to his emotions were about to crumble.

Luckily, Sonic immediately knew what to do, swooping the kid into his lap and hugging him close, rocking gently as he swayed. The fox put his good arm around the hedgehog’s neck and buried his face in his brother’s neck. “I-I’m… s-s-sorry…”, he choked out as he tried to suppress the sobs bubbling in his throat. In response, the hedgehog simply rested his chin in the fox’s head, nuzzling the fur on his head. “No bud, don’t be sorry. I just want to let you know that as long as I’m around, you don’t need anything extreme to keep you safe. That’s my job, don’t be trying to get rid of me just yet”, he concluded with a light hearted joke.

The fox nodded, a sense of peace and calm washing over him as the gentle rocking motion calmed his nerves. However, the moment was suddenly ruined by the pain in his other paw reminding him of his recklessness. Sonic looked down, “did you hurt it?”, the sentence seemed to be more of a statement than a question. The fox nodded. “Hammer”, it was short but he’d didn’t need to say anything else. Sonic held a hand just next to the fox’s injury. The fox hesitated for a moment before gently grasping his brother’s hand. A few gently pokes as the hedgehog felt around and a few yips and hisses from the fox and Sonic sighed. Tails could practically feel the frown on his face as he inspected the injury. “Yep, probably broken”, he said as the fox leaned back into the cobalt’s shoulder, a sense of guilt and embarrassment entering his mind.

His brother had always been surprisingly knowledgeable about basic medicine. First aid and emergency care coming natural to the hog. Tails had assumed it had been a result of his countless adventures as the hedgehog frequently had no one to rely on but himself.

Sonic stood up, fox being carried like he was when he was a toddler. Under normal circumstances, Tails would have objected to being carried like this, but instead simply laid his head on his brother’s shoulder too tired and sore to care or put up a fight.

When they got to the main bathroom, the sent of mint filled the air and the fox couldn’t help but smile. It was certainly an improvement over the oily machine smell of the workshop. He was sat down by the sink as the hedgehog rummaged through the drawers under the sink. After a few minutes, he pulled out a bandage wrap. He motioned tails to hold out his injured paw, which he did with some hesitation. The fox hissed when the wrap was fastened around his paw, but otherwise didn’t fuss.

The hedgehog continued, “welp, I was gonna have you take a shower, but I think we should have that looked at by someone first. Tails nodded, but was too focused on the floor and was only partially awake. Sonic seemed to notice and waved a hand in front of the fox’s face to get his attention, which succeeded when his fluffy brother looked up from his gaze on the floor. “You look exhausted. Didn’t get much sleep?” The fox shook his head with a yawn as he rubbed his eyes with his good paw. Sonic yawned as well, stretching with an exaggerated groan. “Ya, that makes two of us I suppose”, he admitted.

Tails was about to ask why when he was suddenly picked up again, this time heading to the hedgehog’s room, siting down with the fox once again in his lap. The seven year old soon found covers being draped around him and a familiar rocking motion coming back, preventing his thoughts from getting the better of him and the pain in his hand to melt away as he focused on the gentle side to side motion. He wanted to ask why the hedgehog didn’t sleep, but something told him he already knew the answer when his brother was up earlier than expected in his workshop watching him work away.

The fox’s eyes gradually started to drift closed until a hand reached up, scratching behind his ears, immediately sending the fox straight to dreamland.

Sonic chuckled at the ease of which the fox went to sleep, before lying down with the fox in his arms, being mindful of his injured paw. The blue teen suddenly felt a wave of exhaustion and promptly followed his protégés into dreamland, content with the knowledge that his brother was finally asleep and peaceful, even if a little broken in more ways than one.

[camp-counselor-life]

Five and a half years, five and a half lessons

I have officially been with [council] full time for five and a half years as of March. So I thought I'd share five and a half lessons in honor of that, things I have learned while being full time that I didn't learn as seasonal staff or in school. So, without further ado, here they are:

One - Even if you think you are excellent at a skill while working seasonally, when you start doing it year round, every day, you will improve on it.

Two - If you are some form of neurodivergent, you have to let go of being neurotypical in the workplace. Yes, do what keeps you safe, but don't ascribe to neurotypical workplace norms that don't work for you. Discover what strategies of time management, task tracking, and project work are good for you, not for everyone else. Anybody who judges you is an asshole and should be ignored.

Three - That work-life balance metaphor about the rubber and glass balls is true. And work cannot be the glass ball all the time. This has probably been the hardest lesson to me to learn, because capitalism has taught me that the work balls are always glass.

Four - If you have been neglecting your self care routine in college or wherever you have been, building that up again will make way more of a difference than you think it will. And I'm not talking bath bombs, I'm talking making yourself a filling meal, moving your body, and touching grass.

Five - If you stay in a job for a long time, people will come and go. Make friends and realize that the people with whom you really connect will stay in your life after you part ways.

And a half - It's all gonna be ok.

[siixkiing]

“Well, on the bright side of deciding to splurge on some bath bombs and planning my attack strategy on the Heavenly Realm, I got to also treat myself to some lovely looking peach themed bath bombs. Looks like I get to spoil myself after my little rampage.”

[starseedfxofficial]

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Bath Bomb Market Dynamics: Global Growth and Trends (2023-2032)

The Bath Bomb Market is projected to grow from USD 1,518.2 million in 2024 to USD 2,589.11 million by 2032, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.90%.

Bath bombs have become a popular indulgence in the personal care and wellness market, offering a luxurious and aromatic experience that transforms an ordinary bath into a spa-like retreat. These effervescent products, typically composed of baking soda, citric acid, essential oils, and various other ingredients, dissolve in water, releasing pleasant scents, vibrant colors, and skin-nourishing components. The allure of bath bombs lies in their ability to provide a multisensory experience, combining the visual appeal of swirling colors and the tactile sensation of fizzy water with the therapeutic benefits of aromatherapy. As consumers increasingly seek products that offer both relaxation and skincare benefits, the market has seen a proliferation of bath bombs featuring a wide range of scents, colors, and additional ingredients like moisturizers, flower petals, and glitter. Many brands are also responding to the growing demand for natural and eco-friendly products by offering bath bombs made with organic ingredients, free from harsh chemicals, and packaged in environmentally sustainable materials.

Beyond their primary function, bath bombs have become a popular gift item and a staple in self-care routines, celebrated for their ability to elevate mood and relieve stress. The customization trend has also touched this market, with options for personalized scents and designs, catering to individual preferences and special occasions. The versatility and appeal of bath bombs continue to drive their popularity, making them a vibrant segment in the broader wellness and beauty industry. As the market evolves, innovations such as CBD-infused bath bombs and those with specialized skincare benefits, like anti-aging or detoxifying properties, are expected to further expand their appeal and reach.

Bath Bomb Market Challenges:

Ingredient Sourcing and Quality:

High demand for natural, organic, and non-toxic ingredients.

Cost and availability of high-quality raw materials.

Concerns about skin irritation and allergic reactions from synthetic fragrances and dyes.

Environmental Impact:

Use of non-biodegradable glitter and plastic packaging.

Chemical additives contributing to environmental pollution.

Need for sustainable alternatives like biodegradable glitter and eco-friendly packaging, which can be more expensive.

Market Saturation and Competition:

High number of brands offering similar products.

Difficulty for new entrants to differentiate and gain market share.

Established brands need continuous innovation in formulations, scents, and marketing strategies.

Rise of DIY Products:

Increasing popularity of DIY bath bomb kits and tutorials.

Empowered consumers creating their own bath bombs at home, reducing demand for commercial products.

Regulatory Compliance:

Varying safety standards and labeling requirements across different regions.

Complexities in global distribution and increased compliance costs.

Economic Factors:

Fluctuations in raw material prices impacting production costs.

Vulnerability to changes in consumer spending during economic downturns, as bath bombs are often considered luxury or non-essential items.

Key Player Analysis

Lush Cosmetics

Bath & Body Works

The Body Shop

Village Naturals Therapy

da Bomb Bath Fizzers

Dr Teal’s

Oliver Rocket

Level Naturals

Luxurious Bath Boutique

HanZá Bath Bombs

Musee Bath

Sky Organics

LifeAround2Angels

Anjou

FRÉDÉRIC MALLE

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Bath Bomb Market Key Findings of Study:

Market Growth and Size:

The bath bomb market has experienced significant growth, driven by increasing consumer interest in wellness and self-care products. This trend is supported by the rising popularity of at-home spa experiences and the growing focus on personal care routines.

Consumer Preferences:

There is a strong consumer preference for bath bombs made with natural, organic, and cruelty-free ingredients. The demand for eco-friendly products has led to a rise in offerings that use biodegradable glitter and sustainable packaging materials, reflecting broader environmental concerns.

Product Innovation:

Innovation in the bath bomb market includes the development of products with added skincare benefits, such as moisturizing, detoxifying, and anti-aging properties. Additionally, there is an increasing interest in bath bombs infused with CBD and other wellness-enhancing ingredients.

Customization and Personalization:

The trend towards customization is evident, with consumers seeking personalized scents, colors, and designs. This has led to the growth of brands offering bespoke bath bomb options, including custom formulations for sensitive skin or specific therapeutic needs.

Distribution Channels:

E-commerce is a dominant distribution channel for bath bombs, offering a wide range of products and easy access for consumers. However, physical retail stores, particularly specialty beauty and wellness shops, continue to play an important role in the market.

Challenges and Constraints:

The market faces challenges such as ingredient sourcing issues, particularly for high-quality natural ingredients, and the need for compliance with varying global regulations. Environmental concerns regarding non-biodegradable components and packaging are also significant, prompting a shift towards more sustainable practices.

Regional Market Insights:

North America and Europe are key markets for bath bombs, driven by high consumer spending on personal care and wellness products. Meanwhile, emerging markets in Asia-Pacific and Latin America are showing increasing demand, fueled by growing awareness of self-care trends and rising disposable incomes.

Competitive Landscape:

The market is characterized by intense competition, with numerous brands competing on the basis of product variety, quality, and innovation. Key players are focusing on expanding their product lines and enhancing online presence to capture a larger share of the market.

Segments:

Based on Type:

Natural or Organic

Synthetic

Based on Fragrance:

Fruity

Floral

Woody

Citrus

Herbal

Other

Based on Application:

Household

Commercial

Based on Functionality:

Relaxation and Stress Relief

Energizing and Refreshing

Moisturizing and Nourishing

Based on Sales Channel:

Hypermarkets or Supermarkets

Specialty Stores

Pharmacies

Convenience Stores

Online Retailers

Other

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Autism Mom: Honoring the Unbreakable Bond Between Mothers and Their Autistic Children

Autism Mom: A Badge of Strength and Unwavering Love

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A Tireless Advocate: Autism Moms are vocal proponents for resources, services, and appropriate educational settings for children on the spectrum. They fight for their child's rights and inclusion in classrooms, communities, and activities.

A Symbol of Love and Pride: Above all, Autism Moms are filled with an unwavering love for their children. They celebrate their unique strengths and perspectives, fostering a sense of pride and confidence in their children's journey on the autism spectrum.

Being an Autism Mom can be challenging, but it's also incredibly rewarding. It's a testament to the strength, resilience, and unwavering love a mother can possess.

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Choosing gifts for autistic adults can be tricky! Consider sensory preferences, hobbies, and interests. Here are some ideas:

Sensory Items: Fidget toys, weighted blankets, noise-canceling headphones, calming aromatherapy items.

Organization & Relaxation: Planners, journals, self-care products like bath bombs or essential oils, comfortable clothing.

Interests & Hobbies: Items related to their favorite activities like art supplies, board games, music equipment, or tech gadgets.

Experiences: Tickets to a museum or concert with noise-cancelling options, a spa day, a cooking class, or a weekend getaway to a quiet location.

Remember: Personalization is key! Think about what makes the autistic adult in your life unique.

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The interlocking puzzle piece is a widely recognized symbol for autism awareness. It represents the "puzzle" of understanding autism and the vast diversity of experiences on the spectrum.

However, some in the autistic community find the puzzle piece dismissive, suggesting they need to be "completed" or "figured out."

Alternative symbols, like the rainbow infinity loop, celebrate neurodiversity and the unique strengths autistic individuals possess.

Regardless of the symbol used, raising awareness for autism and fostering acceptance for autistic people remains crucial.

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Elevate Your Brand: Top Promotional Gift Sets for Businesses

In today's competitive market, businesses constantly seek innovative ways to stand out and make a lasting impression on their clients, partners, and employees. One effective strategy that has proven to be successful is the use of promotional gift sets. These carefully curated packages not only demonstrate appreciation but also enhance brand visibility and loyalty. In this blog, we will explore the top promotional gift sets for businesses and how they can help elevate your brand to new heights.

Why Promotional Gift Sets Matter

Promotional gift sets serve multiple purposes for businesses. Here are a few key reasons why they matter:

Brand Recognition: High-quality gift sets featuring your company's logo and branding elements help increase brand recognition. When recipients use these items, they are reminded of your business, reinforcing your brand identity.

Customer Loyalty: Offering well-thought-out gifts to your clients fosters a sense of appreciation and loyalty. It shows that you value their relationship and are willing to invest in maintaining it.

Employee Morale: Employees who feel appreciated are more motivated and productive. Providing them with branded gift sets as a token of recognition can boost morale and foster a positive workplace culture.

Business Relationships: Strengthening relationships with partners and stakeholders is crucial for business growth. A well-chosen gift set can leave a lasting impression and solidify these connections.

Top Promotional Gift Sets for Businesses

1. Tech Gadget Gift Sets

In a technology-driven world, tech gadgets make for practical and appealing gifts. A typical tech gadget gift set might include items like:

Wireless Chargers: Branded wireless chargers are not only useful but also ensure that your brand is visible every time the recipient charges their device.

Bluetooth Speakers: Compact, high-quality speakers with your logo can be used in the office, at home, or on the go, offering continuous exposure for your brand.

USB Flash Drives: Custom USB drives are practical for data storage and transfer, making them a valuable addition to any tech gift set.

2. Eco-Friendly Gift Sets

Sustainability is a growing concern, and eco-friendly gift sets show that your business is committed to environmental responsibility. Consider including:

Reusable Water Bottles: Branded stainless steel or BPA-free water bottles encourage eco-friendly habits and are used frequently, maximizing brand exposure.

Eco-Friendly Tote Bags: Durable and reusable tote bags made from sustainable materials are perfect for everyday use.

Bamboo Utensil Sets: Portable utensil sets made from bamboo are practical for on-the-go meals and promote a sustainable lifestyle.

3. Wellness and Self-Care Gift Sets

Prioritizing wellness is essential, and gift sets that promote self-care are highly appreciated. Some ideas include:

Aromatherapy Kits: Essential oils, diffusers, and scented candles can help create a relaxing atmosphere, associating your brand with well-being.

Fitness Trackers: Branded fitness trackers encourage a healthy lifestyle and keep your brand in mind as recipients track their progress.

Self-Care Products: Items like branded bath bombs, lotions, and skincare products show that you care about the recipient's well-being.

4. Office Essentials Gift Sets

Office essentials are always in demand and can be used daily, providing consistent brand exposure. Consider including:

Customized Notebooks: High-quality notebooks with your logo can be used for meetings, notes, and planning.

Branded Pens: Pens are a staple in any office, and a well-designed pen with your logo will be appreciated and frequently used.

Desk Organizers: Stylish and functional desk organizers help keep workspaces tidy and promote your brand.

5. Gourmet Food and Drink Gift Sets

Everyone enjoys a delicious treat, making gourmet food and drink gift sets a popular choice. Some ideas are:

Branded Coffee Sets: Include premium coffee beans, a branded mug, and perhaps a portable coffee grinder for a delightful coffee experience.

Gourmet Snack Boxes: Curate a selection of high-quality snacks, such as nuts, chocolates, and dried fruits, packaged in a branded box.

Wine and Cheese Sets: A sophisticated choice that can include a bottle of fine wine, branded wine glasses, and a selection of gourmet cheeses.

How to Choose the Right Promotional Gift Set

Selecting the perfect promotional gift set involves considering several factors:

1. Know Your Audience

Understand the preferences and needs of your target audience. Are they tech-savvy? Environmentally conscious? Health-focused? Tailoring your gift sets to their interests will increase their appreciation and the effectiveness of your branding efforts.

2. Quality Over Quantity

Invest in high-quality items that reflect positively on your brand. A well-made gift set demonstrates that you value quality and are willing to go the extra mile for your clients and employees.

3. Branding and Personalization

Ensure that your logo and branding elements are prominently displayed on the gift items. Personalization, such as adding the recipient's name, can make the gift even more special and memorable.

4. Presentation Matters

The way you present your gift sets can significantly impact their perceived value. Use attractive packaging that reflects your brand's identity and adds a touch of elegance to the gift.

5. Consider the Occasion

Tailor your gift sets to specific occasions or events. Holiday-themed sets, anniversary gifts, or welcome packages for new clients can make the gesture more meaningful and relevant.

Conclusion

Promotional gift sets are a powerful tool for businesses looking to elevate their brand, build strong relationships, and foster loyalty. By carefully selecting and curating these sets to align with your audience's preferences and needs, you can create a lasting impression that reinforces your brand's values and commitment to excellence.

Investing in high-quality, thoughtful gift sets is a strategic move that can yield significant returns in terms of brand recognition, customer loyalty, and overall business success. Start exploring the top promotional gift sets today and watch your brand soar to new heights.

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How to Shop for Fragrance Oil in Singapore

For those in Singapore looking to infuse their home with delightful aromas, fragrance oils offer a captivating strategy for making a personalized olfactory safe-haven. Unlike candles, fragrance oils give greater versatility, allowing you to craft your diffusers, potpourri, or scented sachets.

Finding the perfect fragrance oil Singapore is a delightful adventure. Local suppliers cater to various preferences, from the classic floral notes of lavender and honeysuckle to the refreshing scents of lemongrass and eucalyptus. For a touch of Singaporean flair, a couple of shops extensively offer unique fragrance oils inspired by local favorites, a Southeast Asian leaf with a distinctive sweet and grassy aroma.

Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a curious beginner, using fragrance oils is approachable. Various Singaporean suppliers offer starter kits that integrate essential diffuser components and a selection of popular fragrance oils. Online resources and workshops are likewise readily available to guide you through the dilution process and safety precautions to ensure a pleasant and risk-free experience.

Beyond personal enjoyment, fragrance oils can elevate the ambiance of your living space. Strategically placing diffusers scented with calming lavender or uplifting citrus oils can create a spa-like atmosphere in your bathroom. All the while, a touch of vanilla or cinnamon fragrance can add warmth and coziness to your living room. Fragrance oil Singapore can likewise create a sensation of focus in your home office with invigorating scents like peppermint or rosemary.

As Singapore continues to evolve, so too does its love affair with fragrance oils. With an ever-expanding array of scents to choose from, ranging from traditional favorites to cutting edge blends, the conceivable outcomes are huge. Whether you're trying to jazz up your living space, elevate your temperament, or just indulge in a moment of sensory bliss, fragrance oils offer a timeless allure that transcends the boundaries of time and space.

The world of fragrance oil Singapore goes beyond home use. These flexible scents can be integrated into homemade gifts like bath bombs or soy candles, adding a personal touch that your loved ones will appreciate. Independent companies can likewise leverage fragrance oils to create a mark scent for their storefront, fostering a memorable customer experience.

In this way, the following time you need to personalize your space or create a unique gift, consider exploring Singapore's vibrant world of fragrance oils. With a bit of creativity and the guidance of local suppliers, you can unlock a world of delightful scents and transform your environmental elements into a safe house that reflects your unique personality.