#26 february

[dokebeto]

26 de febrero, 2024.

Pocas veces creí encontrar una paz ciertamente tranquila, pues había conocido algunas que a pesar de llevar su nombre estaban en medio de una guerra, pocas veces creí que poder tocar a lo que todos llaman felicidad o pocas creí conocer lo que todos llamaban amor.

Y no siempre lo llamo amor, aunque lleva todas las letras de su nombre.

Ocho letras que retratan el universo observable, mi universo.

Amor, quiero decirte que todos los días encuentro en ti mi tranquilidad, mi paz y mi refugio, ¿cómo podría alguien imaginarse que dos brazos serían el escudo perfecto para el mal de amores o para las guerras interminables?

Después de un tormento de días interminables, parece que culminaron en derroche de amor pues nos sentíamos tan invencibles que podíamos darnos ese lujo. No quiero decir que esto será interminable pues sería hacerte mía, pero mi vida, no quiero que le pertenezcas a alguien más, no quiero que alguien más caiga en tus brazos rendido o a qué a alguien más le dediques tus buenos días, ni si quiera los malos. Yo quiero ser de ti y formar parte de todo ello, pues me gusta así, me gusta cuando me tomas, cuando nadie puede acercarse a mi sabiendo que te pertenezco, quiero que seamos de ambos por decisión, que caigas en cuenta que tus mañanas no están completas pues parece ser que te falta alguien de cabello desordenado y ropa extraña que escucha música extraña de esa que no te gusta, quiero que me elijas por amor, por decisión y que me guarde en tu bolsillo del pantalón, en esos que tienen muchos, tu decides en cuál. Pues mi vida, yo ya te llevo en mi corazón.

Quiero decorar la casa de arriba abajo pero contigo, que tengamos esa pequeña discusión por decidir que color le va mejor, por cuál será el día de películas o cuál el de comer fuera de la casa, quiero compartir contigo hasta aquellos años que no compartí; hablarte tanto de mi qué pareciera que me conoces desde mi infancia sí alguien más te preguntara por mi.

Quizá te preguntes por qué digo todo esto o para qué o con qué sentido, espero y te des cuenta que es una declaración, que soy tuyo.

Los domingos de algún cigarrillo o los lunes llenos de café, quiero que me ames tanto como los rayos del sol y su alcance al otro lado del sistema solar y no me tomes a mal, no quiero que me ames y sentirme adorado, quiero que me ames tanto que tú te sientas completa por haber encontrado esa paz.

Mi vida, confía en mi y comparte un poco de tu corazón, dame uno de tus mil días y regálame mil más cuando estos se terminen.

Me has regalado mil días de felicidad y ojalá regalarte un rayo de luz, sabemos que te puedes merecer el universo entero y espero comenzar regalandote eso.

Cruzo los dedos por esperar que te sientas igual.

Quizá sea un escrito con menos frases de amor o con más metáforas que palabras directas.

Lo que quiero decir es que, ojalá podamos compartir una vida juntos y sí no, estoy muy feliz y lleno de amor por haberte encontrado y haber compartido todo lo que pudimos haber hecho, hoy y mañana, ayer y pasado.

Te quiere mucho, te besa mucho.

D.

[dateinthelife]

26 February 1964

George Martin makes different mono mixes of "You Can't Do That" to send to the UK and US pressing plants. I've been trying to find out why, but I haven't been able to land upon the exact search terms in my limited time spend doing frivolous sideblogs, so my best guess is that it was so both the US and UK would have a "master" to make their initial pressings and "master copies" from. But that's just a guess.

[stairnaheireann]

#OTD in Irish History | 26 February:

1797 – The Bank of Ireland suspends gold payments. 1854 – William Smith O’Brien, leader of the 1848 rebellion, is pardoned. He was convicted of sedition for his part in the Young Irelander Rebellion of 1848, but his sentence of death was commuted to deportation to Van Diemen’s Land. In 1854, he was released on the condition of exile from Ireland, and he lived in Brussels for two years. In 1856…

[wiiildflowerrr]

@5SOS: before the show in Sheffield haha 😁

26 February 2014

Is Michael bullying poor defenceless Calum?

[rabbitcruiser]

National Tell a Fairy Tale Day 

Gather round the fire, and make yourselves comfortable… Tell A Fairy Tale Day is all about exploring myths and stories, old and new. From grim(m) tales to urban legends, tap the dark corners of your subconscious and see what you find…

History of Tell A Fairy Tale Day

The sharing of magical, otherworldly stories is a tale as old as time. While the term ‘fairy tale’ was coined in 1697 by Madame d’Aulnoy (conte de fées in her native French), it’s likely that some fairy tales originated as early as the bronze age over 6,000 years ago. And for most of history, fairy tales have been passed on not in written form but via the oral tradition, with each generation telling and dramatizing stories to the next.

The fairy tale’s ancient roots can be traced all over the world, from Vikram-Betaal in India and Aesop’s Fables in Ancient Greece to Arabian Nights in the Middle East. It was during the late 17th to 19th centuries that fairy tale collectors emerged, most famously Charles Perrault and the Brothers Grimm. While the Brothers Grimm aimed to preserve folktales in their pure form, documenting them in the way they were told by rural peasants unable to read or write, Perrault and others reworked fairy tales for literary and artistic effect, with some writers such as Hans Christian Andersen dreaming up their own new stories.  

As the fairy tale’s history emerges into the modern day, it’s clear that the genre is still as popular as ever – look no further than the success of Disney movies to see how these stories continue to capture our hearts and imaginations. In fact, the famous Disney castle is inspired by Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany, built by none other than the Märchenkönig (fairy-tale king), Ludwig II of Bavaria, himself. Perched on a rocky hill and with horse-drawn carriage rides up to the front door, Neuschwanstein and its elaborate interior abound in myths and legends – the castle is even home to an artificial grotto!

By celebrating Tell A Fairy Tale Day, you’ll be continuing the magical tradition that has ensured fairy tales are still very much part of our lives to this day.

How fairy tales change over time

Perhaps one of the most interesting aspects of fairy tales is how they change over time. Simple plot structures, motifs and archetypal characters recurring across many cultures make these stories rife for adaptation and reinterpretation.

Although nowadays we usually associate fairy tales with children’s literature, you may be surprised to learn that many of today’s beloved stories have rather dark and disturbing origins. Imagine a world in which no woodcutter comes to save Little Red Riding Hood from the wolf’s belly, or in which one of the ugly stepsisters cuts off her own toes so that her foot fits in the slipper! From the 18th century onwards, many fairy tales were toned down and reworked so that they were more suitable for children.

These stories and the genre itself have also been adapted and reinvented for different time periods and cultures. Alongside original modern-day fairy tales, there are also various retellings, for example in urban settings or different countries. One particularly common type of retelling comes from women writers. Authors such as Angela Carter and Margaret Atwood have taken what are often seen as outdated tropes about women and reinvented them – the damsel in distress becomes the plucky heroine, and the trapped bride leaves her ogre husband for her happily ever after.

Why fairy tales are important

As it is often claimed Albert Einstein once said, “If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales.” We might not expect such high praise for fairy tales from a world-famous theoretical physicist, but Einstein recognized the importance of the imagination. Fairy tales are incredibly valuable for both children and adults when it comes to learning about the world in which we live and developing our capacity for creativity. Fairy tales have also been considered fertile ground by psychoanalysts. With their twists and turns, age-old themes and familiar characters, our favorite stories may reveal not only the workings of our personal subconscious but also the fundamental elements of our collective psyche.  

How to celebrate Tell A Fairy Tale Day

It should be clear by now that, when it comes to celebrating Tell A Fairy Tale Day, you really can let your imagination run wild! And while it’s a day that kids will love, it’s also a great occasion for adults too.

Gather your friends and family and take it in turns to share your favorite stories with one another. Time to brush up on your acting skills, as the more dramatic enactments the better – whether you’re good at impersonating a wicked witch or excel at acting out the characters’ quest through the enchanted forest, you’ll want to really make the tale come to life for your audience. And why not sit around a bonfire toasting marshmallows or string up some fairy lights in your living room to add to the atmosphere?

Alongside sharing the stories we know and love, fairy tales are the perfect genre for getting creative and honing your writing skills. Take a well-known story and tweak it to fit a different time or setting, or have a crack at inventing your own. It may well start with ‘Once upon a time’, but it’s completely up to you whether there’s a ‘Happily ever after’! Many libraries and literary organizations will also share stories and creative resources and even hold events to help mark the occasion.

If writing’s not your thing, then there are plenty of films and programs based on fairy tales for you to enjoy. Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Cinderella and The Little Mermaid are just some examples of the media giant’s adaptations, while movies and TV series such as Into the Woods and Tell Me a Story interweave and retell various classic fairy tales for new audiences.

And if you feel like going all out, why not host a fairy tale themed party? Encourage your guests to come in fancy dress, put on an enchanted feast of yummy snacks such as gingerbread houses and toadstool cupcakes, and throw some legendary party games like hunt the pea and castle building.  

However you choose to celebrate Tell A Fairy Tale Day, it’s sure to be a magical occasion!

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[oediex]

I always come prepared. One blanket, one cushion, one scarf, one pair of headphones, one laptop. One hour in the chair. They take my blood, spin it around, give it back.

Part of the furniture.

[royalarchivist]

Richarlyson: WHY DID YOU NEVER TOLD ME THINGS DIRECTLY D:<

Fit: What are you talking about, Richarlyson?

[Richarlyson hits Pac]

Pac: OHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Bagi: [Delighted] Fofoca~!

Fit: OHHHH wait- About Pac and I? I guess we've never really sat down and had this talk with Richas. Yeah, we're dating, Richas. He is my boyfriend.

Pac: It's true, it's true Richas. But I thought Richas knew, you know? That's why I didn't say.

Fit: Yeah, me too! I thought you knew!

Pac and Fit tell Richarlyson about their relationship, and Richarlyson asks Fit how he should refer to him.

[tswiftupdatess]

Tonight's surprise songs are:

Would've Could've Should've + Ivy (mashup) 🎸

Forever & Always + Maroon (mashup) 🎹

[dailykafka]

— February 26, 1912 / Franz Kafka diaries

[dearaustinbutler]

They literally have the best energy together

[chalamet-chalamet]

how lovely ✨✨✨

[mapletine]

kitewing go for it nakamura redraw !!

[dateinthelife]

26 February 2015

Ringo uses four tulips in this tweet about Sao Paulo. What does it mean?

[happybirthday-unusannus]

Happy 4th Birthday to

“We Wrote a Hit Pop Song in 30 Minutes”

[wiiildflowerrr]

@5SOS: Hey, this is for you if you have requested our song Want You Back 🖤 - Ash X x

26 February 2018

[rabbitcruiser]

National Tell A Fairy Tale Day

Gather round the fire, and make yourselves comfortable… National Tell A Fairy Tale Day is all about exploring myths and stories, old and new. From grim(m) tales to urban legends, tap the dark corners of your subconscious and see what you find…

History of National Tell A Fairy Tale Day

The sharing of magical, otherworldly stories is a tale as old as time. While the term ‘fairy tale’ was coined in 1697 by Madame d’Aulnoy (conte de fées in her native French), it’s likely that some fairy tales originated as early as the bronze age over 6,000 years ago. And for most of history, fairy tales have been passed on not in written form but via the oral tradition, with each generation telling and dramatizing stories to the next.

The fairy tale’s ancient roots can be traced all over the world, from Vikram-Betaal in India and Aesop’s Fables in Ancient Greece to Arabian Nights in the Middle East. It was during the late 17th to 19th centuries that fairy tale collectors emerged, most famously Charles Perrault and the Brothers Grimm. While the Brothers Grimm aimed to preserve folktales in their pure form, documenting them in the way they were told by rural peasants unable to read or write, Perrault and others reworked fairy tales for literary and artistic effect, with some writers such as Hans Christian Andersen dreaming up their own new stories.

As the fairy tale’s history emerges into the modern day, it’s clear that the genre is still as popular as ever – look no further than the success of Disney movies to see how these stories continue to capture our hearts and imaginations. In fact, the famous Disney castle is inspired by Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany, built by none other than the Märchenkönig (fairy-tale king), Ludwig II of Bavaria, himself. Perched on a rocky hill and with horse-drawn carriage rides up to the front door, Neuschwanstein and its elaborate interior abound in myths and legends – the castle is even home to an artificial grotto!

By celebrating National Tell A Fairy Tale Day, you’ll be continuing the magical tradition that has ensured fairy tales are still very much part of our lives to this day.

National Tell A Fairy Tale Day Timeline

3000 BC – 1200 BC Fairy Tales get their beginning

During the Bronze Age, stories are passed down orally through Eastern and Western Indo-European languages. This includes stories such as Jack and the Beanstalk, Beauty and the Beast, as well as many others.

1697 Term “Fairy Tale” is coined

French literary fiction writer, Madame d’Aulnoy publishes her own book of Fairy Tales and is the first to use the term which, in French, is conte de fées. She is one of many female fairy tale writers during this era.

1697 Charles Perrault publishes his first book

This French author publishes a story collection that not only includes Little Red Riding Hood, but the grouping is subtitled as “Tales of Mother Goose”.

Early 19th Century Brothers Grimm popularize Fairy Tales

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm are German academics who collect stories from German folklore and retell them. Many of these stories are similar to those of French storyteller, Charles Perrault, from a century prior.

1837 Hans Christian Andersen publishes The Little Mermaid

Included in the first collection of Fairy Tales Told for Children, which is published in Copenhagen, The Little Mermaid is probably one of the most popular of Anderson’s tales.

How fairy tales change over time

Perhaps one of the most interesting aspects of fairy tales is how they change over time. Simple plot structures, motifs and archetypal characters recurring across many cultures make these stories rife for adaptation and reinterpretation.

Although nowadays we usually associate fairy tales with children’s literature, you may be surprised to learn that many of today’s beloved stories have rather dark and disturbing origins. Imagine a world in which no woodcutter comes to save Little Red Riding Hood from the wolf’s belly, or in which one of the ugly stepsisters cuts off her own toes so that her foot fits in the slipper! From the 18th century onwards, many fairy tales were toned down and reworked so that they were more suitable for children.

These stories and the genre itself have also been adapted and reinvented for different time periods and cultures. Alongside original modern-day fairy tales, there are also various retellings, for example in urban settings or different countries. One particularly common type of retelling comes from women writers. Authors such as Angela Carter and Margaret Atwood have taken what are often seen as outdated tropes about women and reinvented them – the damsel in distress becomes the plucky heroine, and the trapped bride leaves her ogre husband for her happily ever after.

Why fairy tales are important

As it is often claimed Albert Einstein once said, “If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales.” We might not expect such high praise for fairy tales from a world-famous theoretical physicist, but Einstein recognized the importance of the imagination. Fairy tales are incredibly valuable for both children and adults when it comes to learning about the world in which we live and developing our capacity for creativity. Fairy tales have also been considered fertile ground by psychoanalysts. With their twists and turns, age-old themes and familiar characters, our favorite stories may reveal not only the workings of our personal subconscious but also the fundamental elements of our collective psyche.

How to celebrate National Tell A Fairy Tale Day

It should be clear by now that, when it comes to celebrating National Tell A Fairy Tale Day, you really can let your imagination run wild! And while it’s a day that kids will love, it’s also a great occasion for adults too.

Gather your friends and family and take it in turns to share your favorite stories with one another. Time to brush up on your acting skills, as the more dramatic enactments the better – whether you’re good at impersonating a wicked witch or excel at acting out the characters’ quest through the enchanted forest, you’ll want to really make the tale come to life for your audience. And why not sit around a bonfire toasting marshmallows or string up some fairy lights in your living room to add to the atmosphere?

Alongside sharing the stories we know and love, fairy tales are the perfect genre for getting creative and honing your writing skills. Take a well-known story and tweak it to fit a different time or setting, or have a crack at inventing your own. It may well start with ‘Once upon a time’, but it’s completely up to you whether there’s a ‘Happily ever after’! Many libraries and literary organizations will also share stories and creative resources and even hold events to help mark the occasion.

If writing’s not your thing, then there are plenty of films and programs based on fairy tales for you to enjoy. Disney’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Cinderella and The Little Mermaid are just some examples of the media giant’s adaptations, while movies and TV series such as Into the Woods and Tell Me a Story interweave and retell various classic fairy tales for new audiences.

And if you feel like going all out, why not host a fairy tale themed party? Encourage your guests to come in fancy dress, put on an enchanted feast of yummy snacks such as gingerbread houses and toadstool cupcakes, and throw some legendary party games like hunt the pea and castle building.

However you choose to celebrate National Tell A Fairy Tale Day, it’s sure to be a magical occasion!

National Tell A Fairy Tale Day FAQs

What is a Fairy Tale?

Also called wonder tales, magic tales or fairy stories, Fairy Tales are a genre of fiction originating in European folklore. These tales often feature mythical creatures such as elves, dwarves, giants, fairies, gnomes, mermaids and more.

Who wrote the first Fairy Tales?

The original stories were passed down orally for thousands of years so it’s impossible to tell who started them. However, some of the first Fairy Tales that were written and published were by French Authors Charles Perrault and Madame d’Aulnoy.

What are the most popular Fairy Tales?

A favorite part of many childhoods, some of the most popular stories of all time include Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Little Red Riding Hood, Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Jack and the Beanstalk and Sleeping Beauty.

Which Fairy Tales are Grimm?

In the early 19th century, the Grimm Brothers spent time collecting stories from people of all classes in Germany. Some of their Fairy Tales include Cinderella, Snow White, Hansel and Gretel, Rapunzel, The Frog King, Rumplestiltskin and Little Red Riding Hood.

When is Tell a Fairy Tale Day?

Each year on February 26, National Tell a Fairy Tale Day is the perfect time to spend time reading and making up stories with children.

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