#1.5 odd daily

[volturiprincess]

Carlisle with human mate that is Blind and when he turns them, they get their vision back and sees him for the first time

This one was interesting to write, i had to do some small research for it but i enjoyed. I hope the wait was worth it💙 (also did a small HP reference, if I ever had a dog like i mentioned on here, I would without call it Padfoot)

Enchanting

Warnings: mentions of death (I'm so sorry to all my dog lovers out there, I'm one myself), mentions of pain medication (it was only mentioned once and its use for medical purposes, don't do drugs kids!)

h/s: hair shade (dark, light, etc.)

Word Count: 1.5+K

____________________________

Never able to see something with certainty and always living with uncertainty. That was until I found him, well more like he found me. I was on a walk with my adorable black german shepherd, Padfoot, we usually walk on this empty street that my house is located on. It was a peaceful afternoon, the rain had stopped for the time being and it was slightly chilly. To me it was the perfect weather for my daily walk, there was a silence that created a serene peaceful setting. Hardly any cars pass by and this is Forks, nothing interesting happens here unless you think about the bear attacks that have been happening lately. As Padfoot continues to guide me down the street I mainly focus on hearing my surroundings, since I can't actually admire the scenery around me. 

What happens next can only be described as a chain of events that happened quicker than flipping the switch on for light. It all happened so fast, one minute I heard the roar of an engine and a loud yelp of pain, and me laying face down on… grass? I lay there for a minute trying to recall the events when I hear a small whine, I sit up trying to find the source of the whine but I'm failing as my eyes are filling up with tears in my already hazy eyes. I know that whining all too well, I manage to spot a fuzzy shape laying in the middle of the street and I crawl to him, I cradle his head onto my lap as he slips from me slowly. I managed to choke out a small “Padfoot please” and I felt his body go limp. I held his body against me for a while with hot tears streaming down.

Padfoot has been in my life for a little over ten years now. My parents got him for me when he was a pup and they would take him to his training classes so he could become my guide dog. He was my best friend, without him I would not be able to get to places without fearing of hurting myself. My thoughts were interrupted by a smooth voice.

“Miss, are you alright?”

I look around to find the source of the voice to be met with what I believe is a person, it was hard to make out his features but with the sound of his voice I can tell he is a man. I wiped some of my tears away and blink any upcoming ones away.

“I um, well do I look okay?”

“My apologies I didn't mean to interrupt your moment of grief but you look a bit rough up”

“Oh? I um sorry didn’t mean to snap at you but he just passed away”

“What happened”

“I'm not 100 percent sure, you see I have partial blindness, all I can remember is like a force pushing me to the side, the sound of a loud engine and then a yelp”

I surprised myself that I managed to even get words out since I felt my throat closing in from holding back a choke of a sob in. 

“I'm sorry for your lost, but do you mind if I take you to the hospital, I’m actually a doctor there, Im Doctor Cullen but you can call me Carlisle”

Huh, what are the odds that a doctor is the one helping me out. But my reassurance was dissolved when I looked down at the shape of my lovely Padfoot. 

“Wh-what about him?”

“Do you trust me?”

Even though I cannot fully see him, his voice was so calm and caring, I think I could hear him talk for hours and not get tired of it. I nod gently.

“I can have one of my kids take him to the vet to get him cleaned up and you can bury him or?”

I always knew that if that dreadful day came that my Padfoot was ever to leave me, I would have him cremated, in that way if for some reason I was ever to leave Forks in the future I dont leave him behind. 

“I wanted to have him cremated”

He gently responded in a more softer voice “Ok, I'll have him take care of it while I take care of you at the hospital”

I blushed slightly at the way he said that but nodded, I heard him dial a number and then he spoke quietly to whoever. Must have been his child he mentioned. Weird. He sounds young, I would never assume he would already have kids already and from what I can tell from the situation his kid must be already an adult or at least almost. He stayed with me in the middle of the now deserted street until his kid came. When they finally arrived, I heard two angelic sounding voices, a deep and high one. Two kids?

“Ah Edward, Alice, thank you for coming”

I don't remember much after that sentence, all I can remember was having Padfoot being taken out of my arms and a cold hand guiding me to a car. And bits and parts of being in the hospital, I

remember how he was gentle and slow with taking care of my cuts, the only major ones are the ones on my knees and hands from when I was crawling. 

That was 5 months ago already, a month after I met Carlisle he asked me out to dinner. And two months after that he told me he is a Vampire and that I am his supposed mate. I got to meet his adoptive kids, they are all kind and with the time I spend time with them I can almost identify them each with my limited vision. After the loss of Padfoot, which I'm still grieving over, I grew to be comfortable enough with the Cullen clan, they made sure one of them stays with me. That only happens if Carlisle is working but other than that I do spend a lot of time with them, mostly at their house. 

Soon enough came the day of my turn date. I thought about it quite often, I spent so much time alone and to find someone like Carlisle, is a one in a million chance. He does not take pity in me and he treats me with so much love and care. In the past when I used to date, they were not the best experiences. But with Carlisle we spend hours outside and he is describing every detail that is surrounding us, if I close my eyes I can almost picture it with a clear vision. 

Me and Carlisle have had long conversations about this but with a lot of convincing we both came to a settlement, on my 22nd birthday I will be turned, which is today. He told me he will be there with me every second of the way. The minute I am out cold and letting the transformation overtake me he would be there holding my hand. 

And so came the moment, im laying down in his makeshift medical wing in his house. He leans close to my face and whispers “I love you”. After that everything went dark. Before he bit into me he gave me enough morphine so I would not feel any pain when he sank his teeth into me. 

 And so two days went by, I did feel pain in various moments in the transformation but it would vanish in minutes. On the final day, I felt my heartbeat vanish, the sound of my breathing soon failed to exist but I was met with the pleasing sound of my mates small gasp. I knew it was his because I spent months just listening to his voice without knowing how he looked like but I could assume he is handsome. 

I open my eyes slowly to be met with a ceiling, it has a nice brown shade but the material is unknown to me. Wait? I can see that. Wait, I can see!? I sit up immediately to witness everything around me with perfect vision. Everything was so clear and….beautiful. The sunlight casted a nice glow to the room that made me feel for a minute I was in paradise. I could see a gorgeous bouquet of different various colored flowers, something I look forward to learning the name too with time. Next I see a mirror that is hanging on the wall I am facing, and I see myself. Without thinking twice I am standing in front of it admiring myself. I see my eyes are a crimson red and my face is so defined. My h/s hair frames my face perfectly, it looks so healthy, so unreal. 

How can that be me? I'm so…

“Enchanting”

My evaluation of myself is interrupted by his voice. I freeze for a moment, slapping myself mentally, for forgetting the man of my dreams. I turn to him slowly to be met with the most attractive man I could ever see, which is a lot to say because I have never seen another man in my life. But he's perfect, how can he be real? He wears a warm smile that makes me feel weak in the knees instantly. He comes up to me, from up close he’s more beautiful than words themselves can explain. 

I reached a hand towards his face, unfazed by how fast my arm moved toward him, I caressed his cheek gently. I was fascinated by how we were now the same temperature, the cold versus warm we had seemed to never exist. But his eyes, so full of warmth like his smile, I want to melt into him with how much of awe I am looking at him. 

“Your the definition of handsome”

He chuckled quietly at my words, the expression his face makes when he laughs looks angelic, come to think about it he's just angelically beautiful. 

“Honey I’m the first man you have ever seen clearly”

“That is true, but even before I could already tell you were handsome”

“How so?”

“By your voice and sometimes when there was not to much lighting I swear I could see you”

“Is that so?”

I nodded, there were moments where I felt like I did get glimpses of him in certain moments, and Alice might have told me in great detail how Carlisle looks like. But now I can look at him with certainty, I never want to remove my gaze from him but  I have eternity to not only look at him but I have a whole world to explore with him. 

[kirarafelis]

Character biographies part 1.5 + art!

DUNCAN

Name: Duncan 

Likes: Wild events. 

Dislikes: His given daily schedule and responsibilities. 

Known for: Being the only one not interested in any sort of justice within his family.

Why TDI?: To get something new and different out of life.

Duncan comes from a long line of cops. His dad is a cop. His mom is a cop. His uncle, aunt, grandma, and cousins are cops. Unlike them, however, Duncan isn't that interested in that end of the spectrum; he'd rather get some enjoyment, and he's the type who probably shouldn't be trusted with any sort of authority anyways. So Duncan's parents decided to just throw random hobbies at him to keep him from doing anything too mischievous, such as but not limited to: fashion, knitting, and sewing. He's already gotten some warnings, which his mom had to talk out. He's also been put into boarding school after several school hops and pretty much well indulged by his dad to keep him from screwing up their family line reputation. Duncan doesn't necessarily care enough to get the full learning experience from boarding school, though, in his words, he'd rather do an "innovative, creative" break in to show his artistic skills than go through another art class. He also has street smarts and isn't afraid to use them. Despite his cocky nature, the therapists who have worked with Duncan will say he has potential and wants to do good for the world; it just isn't shown exactly through his exterior. When Duncan isn't being put through excessive work or lectures, he looks for ways to curb his boredom, like signing up for Total Drama Island. Duncan figured it couldn't be much worse than a day at boarding school. and, who knows, it could be fun to mess around there. It's not like he's doing anything else this summer.

GWEN

Name: Gwen

Likes: Hosting mold breaking parties from the norm with her little brother.

Dislikes: Following trends.

Known for: Putting beef bouillon cubes in the Community Pool

Why TDI?: To have a good time and the money would really help her mom.

The daughter of a single mom, Gwen was a latchkey kid who grew up taking care of her brother. That's cool with Gwen, because she likes helping out her mom and has tons of fun with her brother, too.

Like the time they put a bunch of beef bouillon cubes into the community pool. (At least the neighborhood dogs were happy!)

The only other thing that Gwen is REALLY passionate about is organizing parties. She believes they can be a substantial form of self-expression; she's been told plenty of her uniqueness for it, and she herself hopes to make the most norm-breaking party ever gain traction without having to go by a single trend for it. One day after all, the last thing she'd do is follow a trend. Maybe a Trent, but never a trend. (wink wink!) Although she's pretty popular for her parties, she is the loner at school. At the same time, she isn’t seen much with others; she spends most of her time instead watching and generating new ideas. But ask someone, and they will say that for a loner, she is a pretty rad one.

Gwen heard about total drama from her brother, and after looking into it, she decided it's just what she'd be looking for in an island retreat. Activities, fun, and relaxation.

Plus, if she wins the $100,000, it would sure make life easier for her mom. Gwen may seem tough as nails on the outside, but when it comes to her family, she's as soft as... well, a marshmallow.

GEOFF

Name: Geoff

Likes: Art, camping, and hanging out at the beach.

Dislikes: Parties that get too wild and shallow superficial people.

Known for: Always drawing in his free time at school.

Why TDI?: A experience different from the typical partying, if not that there’s camping.

Geoff grew up in a party town on the west coast. Spring break, long weekends, summertime—people came from all around to party in his town. So it's not a surprise due to the fact that Geoff isn’t exactly the biggest partygoer; he ended up coming across as an odd one out, or just quite literally an outcast. Now Geoff has seen, at a young age, how to really party. REALLY. He's the oldest of five brothers, but being the oldest also leads to the most responsibilities. Usually, when a party is over, he takes on the job of cleaning up the mess. (One time, almost the entire floor was flooded with fruit punch!) Now he doesn't hold any grudge against his brothers or parents for this, though; it is his duty as the eldest, but he isn't exactly happy about it either. And he thinks that at times the parties start to become too repetitive and similar. Even if Geoff says he hates the idea of doing parties entirely, thanks to his bohemian parents (who met, married, and conceived Geoff on a beach), Geoff still has chillaxin' party-hearty DNA in his blood, even if not apparent. He's the star quarterback on his high school football team, and they’ve scored plenty of wins, but the thing that truly highlights Geoff is his passion for art. A fair share of the cool kids are pretty interested in his art and hang out with him for it. He couldn’t care less about if they were “cool” or not, though; he’d hang out with anyone regardless of where they lie. Geoff's goal is to take a bit out of life and chew it until there's nothing left but seeds that he can scatter into the wind to start with a canvas all over again. His eventual plan is to become a professional artist who brings emotion and laughs with his works. He thinks that would be the most awesome career ever. He can't even imagine how great that would be, and he would definitely ace it, too. He wants to be able to make people feel together. Geoff also enjoys spending time at the beach or in the woods on weekends and sketching on his pad. Now, being real about it, Geoff wasn't exactly expecting to be on Total Drama Island this year; his brothers just thought he totally should give the show a try, so eventually he gave in and auditioned. He was surprised to actually be picked though he didn't actually expect to be spending his summer on a reality TV show. He doesn't mind too much, though; it might be fun.

BRIDGETTE

Name: Bridgette

Likes: Strummin’ on her ukulele

Dislikes: People who aren't kind to Mother Earth

Known For: Her sense of humor and creativity

Why TDI?: To spread the message of cosmic love through music.

Bridgette grew up in a small west coast town, and it shows. She’s always enjoyed the simple things, from the rhythm of a waterfall down to the melody of a bird. She’s an expert at riding bikes too; she first learned to ride one before she could even walk! When she’s just on a stroll, though, she's kind of klutzy. She's done her fair share of lead-outs. (And they were all on foot!) Luckily, she's also got a healing touch. Bridgette's strongest attributes are her sense of humor and her creativity. She's a pretty laid-back, go-with-the-flow girl, and her best friend is her mom. They both love flowers, crystals, and everything else that is part of Mother Nature's beautiful bounty. Bridgette's mom is proud of her not only because she's a giving person, but also because she's also on the honor roll at school. She’s also considered pretty cool for her ukulele-playing skills. People will say she can play it in a unique way you don’t see every day. Bridgette signed up for Total Drama Island because she always tries to open herself up to new opportunities. She's already biked off a hill in Peru, helped build houses in a third-world country, and spent a summer making rugs in a monastery in Nepal. Bridgette's goal is to keep the vibe flowing in a good way. That's why she always uses her ability to make soothing music to raise money for charities. She can be seen on social media or performing on the street, but no matter what, she makes sure she stores the money to be put to good use for good causes. Bridgette hopes that her time on Total Drama Island will spread the message of music to communicate nature and cosmic love to a larger audience.

TRENT

Name: Trent

Likes: Collecting seashells as well as everything else the shore has to offer… in pairs of nine.

Dislikes: His dad telling him to become an accountant.

Known For: Being a cool guy.

Why TDI?: It sounded like a good way to spend the summer

Trent is a guy who is very interested in the ocean and he believes it has spiritual secrets if you look deep enough. That’s why since he could barely walk he’s been exploring the shore. In fact He’s proud to call himself the most knowledgeable kid concerning the local beaches. Eventually, Trent's goal is to have his own full fledged rockin’ artifact collection. Trent is also peculiarly good at surfing in edition to that all. Trent has never gone out of his way to "get" people to like him. He'd just rather chill and get a good view of everything going on in the world. He's a straight shooter who tells it like it is. He would never say he's the "cool guy." Trent is the kind of guy who gets girls and has the other guys admiring him. He's just too likable to hate. His surfing and scavenging skills seal his status as one cool compadre. In his junior high graduating class he was voted as "Most Mysterious and Irresistible." (It was later discovered that the Voting Committee was comprised completely of girls, all of whom dated Trent.) Despite his good looks and easy going matter, Trent is smarter than he's given credit for. Though his grades don't reflect it, his IQ is well above anyone's expectations, including his own. His Dad wished he would follow in his footsteps and become an accountant, to which Trent has four words... NOT - IN - THIS - LIFETIME! Trent auditioned for Total Drama Island because it sounded like a cool way to spend the summer...and $100,000 would make a nice funding for that scuba gear and other

Footnote: Wow, this was harder than it should’ve been for me to make… if I had to say out of all of them here, Geoff took the longest to come up with. Even then though I feel like I could do better tried as hard as I could though for right now anyways, anddd I’m hoping to not take as long with future batches. Also I’ll definitely draw very cool shots for Tyler, Courtney, and Lindsay later on the future as well even if I already did their biographies.🤩

[bichietozier-s]

🕷️Catch You On The Web!!🕸️

An Itafushi spiderman socmed au ❤️

In which Yuuji Itadori, newly a sophomore in college who still has not a clue what he wants to do with his life, gets bitten by a radioactive spider and gains new abilities, stats and powers. He's coasting on his raw athletic ability, a full-ride scholarship handed to him despite his less-than-perfect grades, when he realizes he's got way more ahead of him than he'd ever imagined. Including, but not limited to, a newfound crush that also throws him for a loop.

you are reading:

Prologue | Part 1 | Part 1.5 | Part 2 | Part 3

notes:

Relatively short part today 🙂‍↕️ but MEGUMI NEXT PART TRUSTTT - also, all texts are from yuuji's pov !!

It’s been two weeks since Yuuji was bitten by that god forsaken spider, and while the bite itself had simmered down and was no longer irritated, everything else about his body was becoming stranger and stranger. 

He’d noticed a bunch of little things that seemed to add up pretty quickly with how significant they affected his daily life. The sticky hands, being number ONE on that list. Seemingly the hardest thing to write off as a coincidence and something that was just… odd, it also wasn’t just something he could ignore when it happened, because then his hand was uncontrollably stuck to something, and he couldn’t UN stick it. The number of times that he’d been late to class over it this past week was becoming a nuisance because now, Nanami was stepping in to ask Yuuji if everything was going alright outside of class.

How was he supposed to tell him, yeah, everything’s just dandy! My hand just glues itself temporarily to random things at random points in the day, but I’m figuring it out!

He’d be sent to the nearest psychiatric ward. Or maybe, Shoko would pick apart his brain, which might just be worse.

Among the other things he’d begun to notice were things like an increase in his strength, which suddenly seemed to become inhuman. Yuta dropped his pencil when they were hanging out the other day in he and Toge’s dorm room, and Yuuji nearly threw his desk across the room when he lifted the corner so Yuta could retrieve it. 

“Holy shit, Yuuji, that definitely wasn’t necessary,” Yuta laughed awkwardly in shock at the desk which now sat on its side. All Yuuji could do was stand and stare at it, dumbfounded.

“I literally only meant to lift the corner, I’m being so serious right now,” his flat voice really showing that he didn’t even know what to make of the situation.

Yuuji also noticed his reaction times (mostly becoming apparent at his football practices) were increasing too. Something he wouldn’t normally even see coming because it was when his eyes were closed, or when his back was turned, he’d have taken care of before he even realized what he was doing. Like his body was reacting before he was.

The last thing was his oddly fast healing time. Bruises would only last a day or two, depending on the severity of the injury, and past that there’d be no evidence that there ever was an injury in the first place. This one especially was a bad thing for Yuuji of all people to deal with because that just meant he could be as reckless as he wanted and not face many consequences, if any at all. He was already a klutz and an airhead most of the time, so now he was just a ticking time bomb for stupid decisions. 

Since all of this started around the same time that Yuuji received the spider bite, he’s a tiny bit suspicious that the two are related, but he can’t reasonably put the two things together in a way that feasibly makes sense in his mind. Why would a spider bite give him weird superhuman powers???

author's note:

tehehe writing this is soooo much fun for me i rlly hope everyone feels enough in character :o and as a reminder if youd like to be added to the taglist pls dont be afraid to ask! :3c i do nawt bite 🫶🏻

jump to:

Prologue | Previous | Next

taglist:

@meme-ty7 @runfrme

[brostateexam]

This is going to be a post about diets and weight loss

On the one hand, I am really glad to see people starting to recognize that dieting is just... not effective. Because it isn't, sorry. You can lose an arbitrary percentage of your highest body weight via diet and exercise, and the more you lose:

the harder it gets to lose more weight

the easier it gets to gain back weight

These two things, in combination, mean that unless you are looking to lose a relatively paltry amount of weight, dieting is probably not the answer. It can work if you've gone up one size and would like to go back down. It does not work if you want to drop six sizes. The odds against someone doing that via diet and exercise alone and keeping it off are overwhelming.

I've done it, actually! Pre-surgery, I lost over 50 lbs (22kg) four times in my life: once when I was in highschool, once in college, once as a young adult, and once in my early 30s. It got harder to do each time, and required more extreme interventions each time. The first time was with good ol' Weight Watchers and a restrictive eating disorder, the last time was with a limited calorie diet that made me feel like I was going to pass out all the time.

People who can lose weight in this way and keep it off long term (the longest I kept it off was about 1.5 years) are outliers, or people who are willing to devote their entire life to diet and exercise, which is impractical unless you're an athlete or a personal trainer.

So it's encouraging to hear people in the weight loss industrial complex say "diets don't work." Because they don't. They just don't.

On the other hand, we are once again prescribing weight loss drugs that are touted as safe and effective to handle the "disease" of obesity. I have nothing against Ozempic and Wagovy in particular. I don't know enough about them to have positive or negative feelings. I do think it's safe to say:

The history of weight loss drugs is pretty rotten. Fen-phen, redux, (or the ol' speedball special of both fen-phen and redux), as well as amphetamines were all touted as wonder drugs that would help fat people become skinny. Largely, they just gave fat people health problems or killed them.

Weight loss drugs also don't actually drop that much weight from people. Again, maybe Ozempic and Wagovy are different! But the combination of fen-phen and redux was found to help people lose 15 lbs on average for as long as they stayed on the drugs. Then they gained it back. Not exactly a miracle.

To me, weight loss drugs, and dieting, and the weight loss industry in general falls into the category of "things we don't need proof to believe." We as a society want to believe that fat people are lazy, ignorant slobs because that excuses the daily cruelty and discrimination society heaps upon them. If weight loss isn't actually as easy as just dieting, well, there has to be something else that totally works that fat people are just not doing, or else we are being callous and shitty to a large percentage of the population for no actual reason. Therefore, diets don't work, but ozempic and wagovy totally do, and anyone who is fat is just choosing to be that way. Just like before, but now it's with medicine instead of a dietary regimen.

[shatteredsilverwing]

Differen Stages of Life AU - First Sleepover Pt.2

aaaand here's the rest! Part 1 can be found here! Part 1.5 can be found here! Enjoy!

After putting down Angel’s luggage on the odd wooden rocking chair, Sephiroth guided her out of the guest room and then straight ahead to his own room. The sheer size of his room alone made her dizzy, but when she scanned through the room and saw all the toys he possessed, she almost fainted. So many toys and books were neatly sorted in the shelves and boxes, that she was asking herself how he finds the time to play with all of them! Stuffed animals are residing side by side on his oversized bed, arranged by their sizes. On Sephiroth’s desk she spotted two different chemistry sets. One seemed to look like it was made for children, the other looked more for adult use. She walked over to the desk and studied them with great curiosity, while Sephy smiled bashfully at her reaction and followed her. “What is all that?”, she asked him while she touched the glasses with caution. “Those are my chemistry sets. The small one belongs to me and the big one was a gift from my Mother…” “Can the big one explode?!” That sudden outburst of hers caused Sephiroth to laugh, and it was at this moment where Angel’s heartbeat increased tenfold for a change. As far as she could remember, she never heard him laughing wholeheartedly like this. And it was also at this moment where she fell in love with it. “No, Angel. It cannot explode. … Unless you put liquids together that actually can. But I don’t have any of those.” “Aw… What a pity…”, she spoke with disappointment in her voice, “but what CAN it do?” Sephiroth couldn’t help but giggle one more time, as he started to explain and to show her everything that belonged with the chemistry sets. What all those instruments do, what they’re called and he showed her a self-drawn table which depicted what liquids go together safely. And those who do not. To her own surprise, Angel managed to memorise everything he explained to her while she kept listening to his melodious voice. After listening to him for a while, she noticed the difference between how he spoke to her at the kindergarten all the time, and how he spoke to her at that moment. His voice was more firm and confident, which in return didn’t make him stutter once. Typically, at the kindergarten, he stuttered very often. The noisy surroundings distracted him tremendously, which made him feel on edge most of the time. And, as Angel originally expected him to be, he didn’t act like a smartass like he usually did. He had the patience of a saint and even answered the silliest question of hers with sincerity. If Mother Jenova didn’t enter his room, he would have gone on about it for hours. “My sweet children, the pancakes are ready~”, she chirped joyfully and when she saw her sweet son and Angel together at the desk, she couldn’t help but feel happiness, “are you showing Angel your favourite toys? You’re such a good boy~” Sephiroth turned bright red at her remark and felt the sudden urge to jump into her arms to receive his daily dose of cuddles. But since Angel was present, he was afraid of doing so as he thought that he would only embarrass himself…

“Sephy taught me a lot about chemistry, Ma’am! It was fun!” “Oh, please don’t call me Ma’am. You can call me Jenova! Or Jen, for short.��� “Thank you, Jen. Now come on Sephy, I’m hungry. Are you not?” With those words, Angel gently took Sephiroth’s hand and trotted towards Mother Jenova, ready to follow her downstairs. This cuteness was too much for Mother Jenova to bear, as she had to turn away in order not to squeal out loud in front of them. Angel didn’t let go of his Sephiroth’s hand, and neither did he let go of hers until they reached the kitchen and sat down next to each other. Mother Jenova both served them their pancakes first and hers last. “Since I don’t know what kind of toppings you like on your pancakes, sweetheart, I’m going to put all the toppings on the table as well, so you can choose freely!”

Mother Jenova placed all the various kinds of toppings she managed to buy the day before on the table: strawberries, spray cream, chocolate and colourful sprinkles, maple syrup, butter… And Angel's mouth was watering at the sight of all of them.

“Thank you, Jen…”, she replied shyly, becoming aware of how much effort she put into making her feel welcomed.

“You’re welcome, sweetie. If you need anything else, don’t hesitate to ask!”

[baejax-the-great]

any thoughts on the ohio balloon disaster?

I've always thought the releasing of balloons to be an odd practice-- I mean it's just littering, albeit in the sky and then again in some other location later. Deciding to litter 1.5 million balloons at once seems like it would have obvious consequences, but then again Disney had previously done 1.2 balloons and nobody called that day a disaster.

So in 1986 United Way decided to break a record for number of balloons released into the sky. The Guinness Book of World Records has pretty much always just been a publicity stunt organization. Pay them enough money, they'll invent a record for you to break and then people will report on it. That's all it is. It's not like a real panel of experts measuring records or something. It's just dumb. It's publicity. United Way wanted publicity because they are a charity organization trying to drum up support and balloons seem like harmless fun.

So what happened? The balloons were released, and due to storm conditions, the helium balloons were sent back down to the ground before deflating. So rather than having a bunch of plastic falling from the sky, big bouncy balloons were fucking around all over Lake Eerie and the broader Cleveland area being a nuisance.

The "disaster" of the day is kind of overblown (pun intended). There was a traffic collision presumably from balloons distracting drivers, but nobody was hurt. Some horses got upset, but that's a daily problem for horses upon witnessing the world they live in from what I understand the creatures. The coast guard said the balloons made searching for a lost boat more difficult, and the boaters were eventually discovered drowned, but there is no evidence that a lack of balloons would have changed their fates. They had been missing since midnight the night before when a massive storm hit and they were out in their boat. They were almost definitely already dead.

Oh, and a local airport closed for 30 minutes, something that happens like five times a day in my experience of travel.

The United Way apparently considered the event a success, though they did not repeat it after that year.

In conclusion, my opinion on this balloon thing was that it resulted in some very cool pictures, a very weird day for some horses, and then thirty years later fodder for some people to write incendiary pieces for some reason (secret ohio haters? someone who agrees with me that helium balloons are stupid?) Why did anyone dig this up and dub it a disaster? No idea. But it certainly is a thing that happened.

[angelicalchaoticabyss]

SCP Cookie Foundation Pt 6

Item #: SCP 939-L (Lilac), SCP 939-C (Centipede), SCP 939-S (Scorpion)

Object Class: Keter.

Special Containment Procedures: SCP 939-L -C and -S are to be kept in the Yogurca-1138 or Shifty Sands-1139 10 m x 10 m x 3 m containment chambers within the bio-containment "Breakout" ironically named sector. The walls and floors of the cells are to be made of 5 ft thick solid concrete encased by another 5 ft thick solid steel shell with gas tight steel doors. Cells are cleaned bi-weekly and all instances are fed savory jellies, grains, and vegetables bi-daily. All are under the care of Doctor Yogurt Cream Cookie who seems to have a special bond with SCP 939-L in particular.

Description: All 3 instances of SCP 939 have differing appearances yet come from the same area showing signs of Yogurcan descent. -L is dark doughed with purple hair and sheer pants with a dark cloak, standing at 1.8 meters. -S is tan doughed with vibrant red hair resembling a scorpion tail that can strike all the same with red and gold clothing, standing at 1.5 meters. -C is more redden doughed with brown and yellow hair, wearing brown dress and gold jewelry, standing at 1.7 meters. One trait they all share is they wear blindfolds, when removed while unconscious it is shown that all three are missing eyes.

These endothermic hunters however are unhindered by their blindness, tracking by heat and sound detection. All three are similar and unique in their own ways. -L gives off a lilac smell that lowers the guards of those who smell it and wielded chakrams before confiscation. -C could command centipedes and wielded a spiked whip before confiscation. -S could whip her hair like a tail and wielded poison needles before confiscation.

An odd ability they have is the ability to mimic the voices of their victims and use it lure more pray towards them. They are bothered and weakened by the cold so the surrounding halls have the temperature lowered to decrease the chance of escape and these pack like predators.

[lovekomal01]

how weight loss works

Some people appear to be more easily and quickly able to lose weight than others. But by burning more calories than they consume, everyone loses weight. The main point is that calories matter. You must consume fewer calories or expend more calories through physical exercise if you want to reduce weight.

Odd Ice Hack Burns 62 lbs of Nasty Fat In Weeks

Cold Water Hack Melts 1.5 lbs Daily

Alpine Cold Water Method Electrifies Metabolism By 450%

Ice Water Method is Improving Body Shapes Across The World

6oz Water + THIS After Dinner Chews Up Thick Hip Fat

Cold Water Hack Melts 1.5 lbs Daily

6oz Water + THIS After Dinner Chews Up Thick Hip Fat

[honeycombhank]

6/12/23

Today was kind of odd I was super snacks and having a lot of intense cravings along with being mentally and physically exhausted so I didn’t get many things done that I wanted to but I did eat quite a bit of tasty foods and took two naps and am still so tired and ready for a full night’s sleep!

Even though I was super tired I made a point to get in movement and make sure my dog got out for a good walk.

In the morning before it got too hot, Nelly and I went for a 1.5 mile walk with my dad on the wellness trail!

Then I jumped rope for 46 minutes later on!

My Apple Watch even updated my move calorie goal, so I’m at 620 now as my daily move goal!

I am excited to see myself make this happen!

P.S.

I am posting this a day late on the 13th because it wouldn’t let me post it yesterday with my photos.. idk why. Anyways.

[panditji77]

Muhurta for Naamkaran (Naming Ceremony):

A good Muhurta for Naamkaran is typically chosen based on auspicious planetary positions. It is recommended to perform the ceremony when:

Lagna (Ascendant) is favorable, and preferably falls under a good Nakshatra (constellation).

Tithi (lunar day) is auspicious, and preferably one of the following: Sukla Paksha (waxing moon) or an odd tithi.

Nakshatra: Generally, the following Nakshatras are considered auspicious for Naamkaran: Pushya, Ashlesha, Hasta, Anuradha, and Revati.

The day: Good days for Naamkaran include Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Avoid Chaturthi, Ashtami, Dwadashi, and Amavasya days, as these can be inauspicious.

Time of day: The ceremony should be done in the Abhijit Muhurat (if available), or morning to mid-afternoon are preferred.

Rahukaal:

Rahukaal is an inauspicious period that occurs daily. It is believed that any important activity during this time may not yield favorable results.

Rahukaal is different every day and its duration varies from 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on the time of sunrise and sunset for that day.

Generally, Rahukaal is considered to occur during the 8th period of the day, calculated from sunrise.

Here is a general idea of Rahukaal times for each day:

Sunday: 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Monday: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Tuesday: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Thursday: 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Friday: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Make sure to avoid Rahukaal for any important events or ceremonies.

[swiftwritings]

Hello, if anyone still exists on here or even is reading this. A place i haven't been back to for awhile. After college life got quite busy. I originally started this tumblr account to admire taylor's lyrics and explain some lyrics of hers that have impacted my life. This one in particular are lyrics that I really hold close to my heart, maybe in an odd way.. To start off this long story, I lost someone very near and dear to me the past 1.5 years. Someone who was in my life since the day I was born, someone who watched me over the summers, supported me growing up in any way she could. Someone who I was so much like, someone who showed me some paths of the world, someone who I could just go visit and sit in silence but it also felt like home. That someone was my grandma. People say you never know what you have until it's gone and damn is that true once you live through it. She always meant so much to me but I never knew how much until I lost her. Losing her was such a heart wrenching thing I have gone through. I was barely a human for that first year we lost her. I honestly don't know how people stand around me because I was miserable. Dragging my feet everyday just to make it through the day and hope the next day the heartache weighed a little less and less. Truth is, it never did. I endlessly listened to so much music, especially Taylor's. I tried the therapy. Next was a vacation that my friends and family hoped with all their might that it would help me. Taking a break from the daily grieving, the daily responsibilities, work, stress, all of it. The original trip was to go to Florida and I somehow convinced my dear parents to take a detour to Nashville to see Taylor's newest Eras display. (I think they were doing everything they could to help drag me out of the waters I was drowning so badly in). But God, I was still so miserable. Went to the specific area in Florida we went to visit my college roommate who I hadn't seen for years. Saw her once for dinner and saw how much her life had changed and she showed me how little I meant to her now. I remember being in tears at the beach condo we rented and feeling so damn helpless. Feeling of how the fuck did I lose another good friend in my life. What have I done wrong. When is my heartache going to end. Nonetheless, this song had been recently dropped and I remember specifically sitting on my chair on the beach listening to this song, like really listening to the music and lyrics. When I heard "Now the sun burns my heart, and the sand hurts my feelings" I was like FUCK YEAH. at the happiest place on earth where I love to be and I was so insanely miserable. where those lyrics felt so real at the time. everything felt so confusing, so useless, everything just hurt. such brilliant lyrics for such a grieving heartache. I know Taylor didn't necessarily right it for that scenario but damn did those lyrics stick to my heart. I can't tell you how many times I blasted this song so loud SCREAMING the lyrics just to feel heard, to feel like I wasn't alone with how much heartache I had. I know I wasn't going through the heartache of a gut wrenching breakup but damn did those lyrics in that song just help me feel the gut wrenching heartache I had. "My sadness is contagious" was another lyric in this song I would yell so loud. During my grieving and after my grieving, I could see how much my sadness was affecting so many people I love. How heartbreaking it was for them with the hard time I was having trying to pull through it all. How it affected their daily lives too. Sometimes music isn't about relating to the entire song, sometimes listening to just a few lyrics that stick to you heart in how you're feeling, give you that boost up that you know what, I can pull through this. Helped me realize that sometimes I needed to blast my music and yell the lyrics out with how I was feeling. Damn, I can't even tell you how many times I listened to Marjorie on blast crying as I sang those lyrics over and over again. And I believe so deeply that helped me pull through the heartache of grieving.

[stillsuchathing]

The Will Lewis Project

I'm compiling a timeline focused the activities of Will Lewis, former Rupert Murdoch consigliere and current Washington Post publisher.

Why?

Because Lewis' role during a police investigation into phone hacking at various News UK news orgs is being reviewed during a lawsuit against News UK and I wanted a way to track the various phone hacking perpetrators and survivors.

2002 ‘News of the World, Murdoch’s now-defunct tabloid, had in 2002 hacked the voicemail of Millie Dowler, a murdered teenager, deleting messages and misleading the police and her parents. The news turned the slow-burning hacking story into a national outrage. When Murdoch visited the family to apologize, he took Lewis.’ (1)

2006 

Will Lewis made editor of editor of the Daily Telegraph.

‘Most editors would have luxuriated in such a scoop. Yet by the time the expenses story absorbed Britain through the summer of 2009, Lewis had already moved on. He was on a two-month sabbatical, studying for a “mini MBA” at Harvard paid for by the Barclays. Restless, he returned to the paper after the brothers agreed to fund a new “R&D” company run by him as chief executive. He remained editor-in-chief of Telegraph Media.

The plan was to reinvent the Telegraph for the digital age. The unspoken upshot was that Lewis’s success—and future pay—would be attributable to his project’s P&L. He briefed that the future of paper lay in Euston, where he had taken satellite offices across town away from the newsroom. The future approached rapidly when Lewis left three months after the company was incorporated. The Telegraph’s actual chief executive had soured on his plan. He may have facilitated it in the first place to kick Lewis upstairs, then out. Company accounts show Lewis’s dalliance cost the Barclays £3m in 2010.’ (1)

September 2010

Will Lewis joins Rupert Murdoch’s News International

‘In December 2010, an unpublished recording of the cabinet minister, Vince Cable, was stolen from the Telegraph’s servers and leaked to the BBC. Cable could be heard describing himself as “at war with the Murdochs,” revealing quite how antagonistic he was. The revelation forced him to recuse himself from the bid. A more pliable minister took over, increasing Murdoch’s odds of approval.

Seven months later private investigators hired by the Telegraph reported that, based on telephone records, they had a “strong suspicion” Lewis was “involved in orchestrating the leak,” or theft, from the Telegraph’s servers. The recording had been leaked to the BBC’s Robert Peston, an ally of Lewis at the FT and friend to this day. Lewis later refused to address the allegation, claiming protection of sources.’ (1)

It is alleged that Lewis took part in the destruction of 30m company emails on three occasions over six months, deliberately wiping out evidence that could have incriminated senior executives. This was allegedly done despite News International having been told to preserve evidence, first by lawyers acting for victims of hacking and later by the police. (1)

Eight filing cabinets full of documents, taken from the offices of the News of the World, are also alleged to have disappeared after being entrusted to Lewis’s care. (1)

The police had no knowledge of such payments to police before News International alerted them. Murdoch laterdisowned Lewis’s actions when he met with Sun journalists in 2013. But Lewis’s approach had an inevitable upside for Murdoch. It dragged attention away from hacking (which Murdoch has since spent $1.5 billion settling in legal fees, damages, and estimated losses). Lewis’s friends say that he was simply draining the swamp. “I know that Will felt at the time 100 per cent morally justified in playing the part that he did,” says one of them.

For two years Lewis served Murdoch at every turn, even at the cost of his own relationships or reputation. In that time he went from being Britain’s most feted journalist to an executive who couldn’t step foot in a tabloid newsroom. (1)

2012

Will Lewis was named chief creative officer of News Corp, a “totally made-up job,” as an executive puts it. (1)

2014

Finally, in 2014, he was rewarded with six years in power, as CEO of Dow Jones and publisher of the Wall Street Journal, one of the most prized media jobs in Murdoch’s news empire. Crucially the job was not in London. He was empowered in a city where his checkered two-year tenure at News International didn’t matter. (1)

2020

These claims of a corporate cover up, and any part Lewis played in it, were not known at the time. They have surfaced slowly, as Prince Harry’s case against Murdoch has wound its way through the London courts. Lewis was named only in 2020. (1)

Communications and consultancy firm, WJL Partners launched (6)

2021

Lewis with co-founders launched The News Movement, an English-language news outlet with a strong focus on social media (2)

June 2023

Former Daily Telegraph editor William Lewis has received a knighthood in Boris Johnson‘s controversial resignation honours list. (3)

2024

Various v NGN Amendment Final Judgment with Schedule

Attacking a reporter who has the goods also has a way of attracting additional reporters to the story, something Lewis must know.

Another day, another terrible story involving Washington Post publisher and CEO Will Lewis.

For ordinary people, tabloid journalism is often just a source of tawdry diversion. But for political and business elites, control over gossip can be a source of real power. 

David Folkenflik, NPR: "The publisher of the Washington Post is currently under criminal investigation."

Sources

1 - Billionaires, Secrets, Zegnas: Will Lewis’ Thirst for Power

2 - The News Movement: creating a social-first outlet with a firm focus on young audiences | Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism (ox.ac.uk)

3  - MPs’ expenses scandal editor William Lewis knighted by Boris Johnson

4 - Various v NGN Amendment Final Judgment with Schedule

5 - https://steveschmidt.substack.com/p/the-american-media-crisis

6 - Washington Post publisher Will Lewis retains links to PR firm that bears his initials

[mymaster67897]

Your Ultimate Guide: Fantasy Cricket App List for Unbeatable Gameplay!

Fantasy cricket has taken the sports world by storm, offering fans a thrilling way to engage with their favorite sport. With numerous apps available, each providing unique features and gameplay experiences, it's crucial to find the right one for you. This guide will introduce you to some of the top fantasy cricket apps, including tips on how to become a dream11 master and explore new fantasy apps.

Becoming a Dream11 Master

Dream11 is one of the most popular fantasy cricket platforms in India. To dominate the game and become a dream11 master, follow these steps:

Create a Strong Team: The foundation of your success in Dream11 lies in building a balanced team. Research player statistics, current form, and match conditions to select the best players. Remember to choose a mix of top-order batsmen, all-rounders, and bowlers.

Stay Updated with News: Follow the latest cricket news to stay informed about player injuries, team line-ups, and pitch conditions. This information will help you make informed decisions and adjust your team accordingly.

Participate in Contests: Dream11 offers a variety of contests, from free leagues to high-stakes competitions. Start with smaller contests to hone your skills and gradually move to bigger ones as you gain confidence.

Utilize Captain and Vice-Captain Picks: Your captain and vice-captain selections are crucial as they earn double and 1.5 times the points, respectively. Choose consistent performers who are likely to score big.

Analyze Performance: After each match, analyze your team’s performance to identify areas for improvement. Learning from your mistakes and successes will help you refine your strategies.

Exploring New Fantasy Apps

While Dream11 is a leading name in fantasy cricket, exploring new fantasy apps can offer fresh features and unique gameplay experiences. Here are some new fantasy apps that are making waves in the fantasy sports community:

MyTeam11

Features: MyTeam11 offers a user-friendly interface, multiple sports options, and various contest formats.

Highlights: The app provides detailed player statistics, live score updates, and easy withdrawal options.

FanFight

Features: FanFight allows users to play fantasy cricket, football, and other sports. It offers a seamless gaming experience with exciting rewards.

Highlights: The app has a robust referral system, allowing users to earn extra points by inviting friends.

HalaPlay

Features: HalaPlay focuses on daily fantasy sports, offering quick contests and instant cashouts.

Highlights: The app provides comprehensive player analytics and real-time updates.

BalleBaazi

Features: BalleBaazi specializes in cricket but also includes other sports. It offers unique game formats like batting and bowling fantasy.

Highlights: The app features an engaging user interface and offers cash bonuses for new users.

11Wickets

Features: 11Wickets provides an extensive selection of fantasy cricket contests with varying entry fees and prize pools.

Highlights: The app includes features like Power Player and Second Innings, adding a strategic dimension to the game.

Tips for Maximizing Your Fantasy Cricket Experience

To make the most of your time on fantasy cricket apps, consider the following tips:

Research and Analysis: Before creating your team, spend time researching player performances, match conditions, and opposition strengths and weaknesses. This research will give you an edge over other players.

Diversify Your Contests: Participate in a mix of small and large contests. Small contests often have better odds, while larger contests offer bigger rewards.

Monitor Player Form: Keep track of player form and fitness. A player in good form is more likely to perform well and earn you points.

Adapt to Changes: Fantasy cricket is dynamic, with player performances and match conditions constantly changing. Be prepared to make last-minute adjustments to your team.

Utilize Bonus Offers: Many fantasy cricket apps offer bonuses and promotions for new users. Take advantage of these offers to boost your initial bankroll.

Joining the Elite League of Champions

Becoming a successful fantasy cricket player requires dedication, strategy, and continuous learning. By leveraging the features of various fantasy cricket apps and staying updated with the latest cricket news, you can enhance your gameplay and increase your chances of winning.

As you explore these apps, you’ll discover unique features and opportunities to showcase your skills. Whether you aim to become a dream11 master or experiment with a new fantasy app, the key to success lies in staying informed, making strategic decisions, and continually improving your game.

Conclusion

Fantasy cricket apps offer an exciting and engaging way to enjoy your favorite sport while competing for rewards. By following the tips and exploring the apps mentioned in this guide, you can enhance your fantasy cricket experience and increase your chances of winning.

Download the my master 11 app or mymaster11 apk today and join the league of winners. Create your dream team, strategize, and compete for glory. With MyMaster11, every game is an opportunity to showcase your skills and turn your passion for sports into success.

[heavenly-kazee]

I highly agree with all of this. I had forgotten that I liked this post a long time ago but I haven't said anything regarding the two brothers. First off, I will never condone incest irl, most people are usually attracted to forbidden love but that's not the case. In reality, there is 1.5% of people develop actual incest love towards their closest ones and I get it, it's a guilty pleasure. But did I act on it? No, I will never push it onto my brothers or anyone else, it's my own conflicting feelings and I knew it's my fault for having it.

Though the idea of being responsible just having feelings for your family is a bit odd. My trauma stems from my mother, which doesn't takes care of me emotionally and she mentally abuses me on a daily. As a person who has feelings for anyone else, who is the loved one I turn to for help? My brother. My second oldest brother is always there for me and helps me no matter what. Thanks to our complicated family life, our relationship changed thanks to our "mother" and I will never see him as my brother ever again. Reality hurts, it wasn't even my fault for developing it, it was my immature and abusive mom that made me rely more onto my brothers than our own mother.

It sucks truly, all six of my older brothers even myself included did get SA'ed... Forced to grow up, you have to act like people older than your age and blah blah blah, it's hard. I don't even have friends that are my age, especially my cousin, my life was secluded with many adults in my life. During my childhood years, I tended to look up at my dad usually but after realizing he didn't do anything good for once but watched me being abused instead, he barely did anything, so I got angrier and shut myself in my room, just looking and glancing at my other brother as I continue to play my laptop in silent, wishing my pain to go away.

After I found out about incest online, I slowly continued to consume it, the pain rapidly deteriorated but I didn't care, I just wanted this horrible feeling to disappear already so I craved more of the forbidden content. I was a kid when that attraction happened, I blamed myself for everything and started self-destructive mode if I couldn't control myself better. After all of those cruel years withering and hiding my attraction towards incest, the ability to act on it decreased but my consumption? It didn't stop even if I wanted to. It was my wish to not act on it so I told myself: "You've done it, you won your battle." I proudly said to myself in my thoughts. But deep down, I know I will never be the same person ever again. I still hide the fact that I'm attracted to incest online too, I never mentioned any of this to my friends

But I preferred not to, explaining and telling them makes it even worse. Holmescest... This ship was more of a comfort to me, I love it when it's unhealthy, toxic and raw. It reminded me of myself hating everything about my attraction toward forbidden love. I will always proudly say: "I don't mind shipping holmescest" If anyone is not going to tolerate my love for holmescest, please respectfully get out of my blog. I never intended to make this place a comfortable free space with innocent content, it's going to be filled with nasty reposts no matter what, you can't control my coping mechanisms. As for those who are not multishippers and blindly love their favorite ship no matter what, keep your 6660404-foot radius away from me.

There's this line called "boundaries", if the boundaries were overstepped, as in crossing the line, I would block this type of people who continued to be stubborn. You can see but don't comment. It's easier to say than just attacking people who ship forbidden love, there are times when each person is different and consumes the same content as the coping mechanism people did. As always, my situation is quite special in this case hence I preferred to have a "brother and sister" relationship. But at the same time, I will explain to the person involving my life that I do want a healthy relationship despite my unfortunate circumstances (maybe an rp would be fine to satisfy my trauma)

Was scrolling through Instagram and saw some Sherlock blogger ship-shaming Holmescest again...this honestly confounds me. One of the things I hear Johnlockers say most often in defense of their ship is that “they would die for each other,” well guess what, Mycroft isn’t only ready to die for Sherlock, but would even die for John, who dislikes and belittles him and whom he isn’t overly fond of either, just because he’s convinced that Sherlock needs John more than him.

Ok, “but they’re brothers,” I hear you. But fantasy and transgression are important aspects of shipping/fan creation, no? I repeat, FANTASY. If it’s ok for people to write about things they would never, ever do or derive pleasure from in real life, why is it wrong to ship two characters who are related but who also understands each other in a way no one else could and have excellent chemistry whenever they’re together?

I’m soooo sick and tired of people saying that Holmescest is wrong and perverted and that we should feel ashamed of ourselves for shipping them. I’m a diehard Mycroft fan and I basically ship him with everyone, but no other two characters in Sherlock could bewitch me the way the Holmes brothers do, and they would forever remain my OTP.

“I feel sorry for those who ship Shercroft.” Indeed. I feel worse for those who couldn’t tolerate other people shipping a couple they themselves don’t get and who have little understanding of the division between fantasy and reality. Shame on you for trying to shame others about seeing beautiful possibilities between two of the most fascinating and formidable characters on contemporary television.

[robert-sims]

Effortless Chic: SweatyRocks Women’s Casual Wide Leg High Waisted Trousers

SweatyRocks is a trendy brand offering athletic-inspired clothing, including activewear and casual wear. Known for bold prints and vibrant colors, they cater to those who lead an active lifestyle or enjoy athleisure fashion.

Hot Product

SweatyRocks Women’s Casual Wide Leg High Waisted Button Down Straight Long Trousers Pants

Material:95% Polyester, 5% Elastane,soft,comfy,breathable to skin

Unique design: Zip up,high waisted, buttons detail, bootcut, wide leg,loose fit,casual style, workout pants

Occasions: Suitable for cocktaill, party, club, daily home wear or going out,club, bar or casual etc.Perfect for pairing with trendy cropped tops or Tees to show your curves and flatters your body

Hand wash or machine wash, do not bleach

Please refer to the size measurement in image before ordering

A Review Of SweatyRocks

I ordered these first in white size small. I LOVE them. They fit perfectly, length is exactly what I needed, and some genius person had the good sense to NOT put pockets in them. If you’ve tried a thousand pair of white slacks, you know… the pockets always show through and look weird, so this was an excellent design decision. Also, they flow really nicely over the hips because there’s nothing to bulk up the sides or create an odd fabric pooch where they open. They come super wrinkled, but I steamed them and the result is pants that look like I paid $200. I had a very snooty acquaintance ask if they were Alexander McQueen because she legit thought they looked like Kate Middleton’s suit pants. High praise. So 10/10 on those. Since the white ones were so amazing, I ordered a black pair (in the same size) because these were a holy grail kind of find for me. NOT THE SAME PANTS. The black ones were much larger, I compared the waistbands and it’s a full 2″ larger than the white ones. OK, fine, Amazon returns are great so I’ll just order an x-small. But they just are not the same. First, the black ones DO have pockets. I didn’t want them, so that’s not great. Second, the sizing is definitely inconsistent. The small white and x-small black have the exact same size waist, but the x-small are about 1.5-2″ shorter (that part makes sense). Result is if I want the ones that fit in the waist, I can’t wear them with anything other than flats. I’m 5’4″, so not exactly tall… Third difference is the fabric. The white ones are a tighter weave and come across as a higher end fabric. The black ones are rougher, have a bit of weird stretch, and don’t look as expensive. I steamed them to get the wrinkles out so I could make a fair comparison, and they are just not as nice. Conclusion: these are either 10/10 amazing most gorgeous affordable pants ever made, or they’re 6.5-7/10 okayish because they didn’t break the bank and they cover my bits… but it’s all depending on the color.

Customer Q&As

Q: Would this be long enough for 6’2 height?

A: I am 5’5” and they were the perfectly length for me. I think they would be extremely short on a 6’2” person.

Q: I’m 5”2 are these going to be too long on me if I get a size small?

A: Yes. Way too long.

Q: I need 20 inches around knee area for a wrap. Would these work?

A: Yes I think these would work.. they are very wide legged.

Easy Care: Simplify your wardrobe maintenance with the easy-care fabric of the SweatyRocks Trousers. Machine washable for convenient cleaning, these pants retain their shape and color wash after wash, ensuring long-lasting wear and enjoyment.

Effortless Chic: Elevate your everyday style with the SweatyRocks Women’s Casual Wide Leg High Waisted Trousers. With their flattering high waist, sophisticated wide-leg silhouette, and versatile button-down detailing, these pants offer effortless chic that takes you from day to night with ease.

[lingchung]

Happy Birthday, Me!

Here's my annual birthday self-reflection using Mindvalley's Lifebook framework.

Health & Fitness

Score: 6.5

It's a year of mixed results. I've gained strength, but I've not made any traction aesthetically. I stopped running 100km /month in the middle of 2023. Instead, I've shifted my training to weight training. I am stronger - I'm even able to do a couple of assisted pull-ups using a light band - that was a pipe dream for me just a year ago. In place of running, I've been walking. I averaged 22k steps a day so far. My appetite shrunk but I am still 10lbs above my set weight. As of September, I was at 22.5% body fat. Not my ideal as I like to land between 18% to 20%.

2024 Goals: Unassisted pull-ups. Build muscles, lean out, shred.

Intellectual

Score: 7

My curiosity was rather fluid this year. Although I didn't read much, I ripped through a ton of podcasts. Given how much I walk daily, I consume information in audio format during my long walks, many of which feed my curiosity. I am more attuned with world affairs. I also have a rotation of smart friends whom I spar with intellectually.

2024 Goal: Return to words, lose myself in books. I miss reading.

Emotional

Score: 9

My then-boyfriend-now-ex and I called it off in the middle of 2023. Even though we didn't come to a happy ending, he gifted me emotional stability that presided even after our breakup. My relationship before him was so tumultuous it wrecked my emotional state. My ex reversed the damage with his love, his steadfastness and his emotional stability. Even after our breakup, I continue to benefit from the gift of our relationship. Even though the relationship is a 'was', I am so grateful for the mental state that 'is'. Thank you my forever man, thank you for loving me. You left an indelible mark in my life.

2024 Goal: Maintain 

Character

Score: 8

For a stretch of time this year, I deliberated over a major decision, held back by fear. My buddy James saw it so clearly, and pointed it out oh-so-bluntly. It pricked when he called it like it was, but it snapped me out of my indecision. He made me see, I was acting out of fear. I made the difficult decision, and I've not look back since. Indecision, is in itself a decision.

2024 Goal: Maintain my personal Board of Directors, people like James help me catch my blindspots.

Spiritual

Score: 7

My focus in 2023 was not on spirituality, so I'm giving myself a pass on the score. What I am going to write about is not strictly on spirituality, but it's a distant cousin - giving back. I feel disconnected from frontline nonprofit work, from charitable giving and from altruism in general. My nonprofit work has shifted into advocacy, advisory and governance work via FoodShare Board work. I no longer have a foot in the field like I used to. Something feels off. I feel disconnected from the cause. I have so much, I want to do more.

2024 Goal: Pay it forward, give back more.

Love relationship

Score: 8

Although my 1.5 year relationship ended, I feel at ease with the decision. I am even more sure of my uncompromisable's. I met a guy recently. I laugh a ton around him. I like what he brings out in me. So far, I am happy. It's too early to say anything definitive about my budding romance. But, I'd like to stay unguarded as we navigate the future.

2024 Goal: Date with an open-heart. Date just like how I used to date before all the burns and scars.

Parenting

Score: 7.5

Leaving my previous relationship was hard not only because I had to grieve the end of the relationship, but because I also had to come to grips with not having kids. We were on the waitlist for IVF treatment - to use my frozen eggs - leaving the relationship meant, forfeiting my chance to have kids. Yes, my eggs are still frozen, so the option is still there. However, what's the odds of finding a new man who wants to be a 50-year-old-first-time-dad to a toddler? Not high. This is why the breakup deliberation was so hard. However, once I've accepted the fact that I may never have kids, my fear of dying alone lessened. I'm increasingly realizing, a large pool of people from my generation will not have kids. This means there would be a community of 'us'. I won't be the only childless grey-hair senior. I don't deny, I still fear being alone at my deathbed. But the fear is not as crisp as it was a year ago.

2024 Goal: Be less scared.

Social

Score: 8

Per Jason, my friend circuit is almost like a third hobby of mine. Indeed. I love my friends and the community we belong to. I nurtured my existing friendships this year. But I made one new friend: Jason! We even went to Turkey together. Let's dedicate this section to Jason :)

2024 Goal: Maintain

Financial

Score: 8

I paid off my mortgage. Paying off the mortgage in 2023 was very much in plan and not a stretched goal, so I am not going to give myself a great score for this alone. The stock market was bearish, but I did alright. I continued to dollar-cost average my investments. I made no major financial move in 2023 but I educated myself ferociously to get ready for my next big move in real estate.

2024 Goal: Buy a triplex closer to downtown.

Career

Score: 7.5

I've spent 18 months at Uber. I became my boss' right-hand woman. I've built decent credibility among the leadership team. I've had an okay onboarding. I've laid the foundation. But it's time to accelerate.

2024 Goal: Land my next role that will lead me to a General Manager role in two years. I want to lead a business unit.

Quality of life

Score: 8.5

Other than the fact that I don't live in a walkable neighbourhood, I am very content with life. I don't worry about money. I have work that I enjoy. I have good relationships with my immediate and extended family. I live in a beautiful home. I have enough free time to explore my curiosity. Even though life is not perfect, I feel very blessed. Life is good.

2024 Goal: Maintain.