#366 Reblog Challenge

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through the hourglass 372. brb x oc

a/n: this fucking gif should be illegal (comments and reblogs are super welcome and encouraged!)

pairing: plus size!oc x rooster

warnings: kinda suggestive,nothing more

goodness gracious (pls read this one to know more what this fic is about!!)

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1 hour before the ceremony.

Rooster fixed his tie with less nervousness than when he got married, flip,tug, pull, it’s done. He takes a look at himself, then fixes his collar before he runs his fingers through his hair. Beatrice was getting done outside, letting him know she was checking on the kids while he busied himself.

He inhales, running his hands down his crisp white shirt and then exhaling once he was done looking at himself. It’d be fine. He knows that, it’s just another promotion in his life…a promotion that, honestly he always hoped for but now it was hard to imagine.

Lieutenant-Commander.

Fuck.

He clears his throat, tightening his belt around his waist as he tugs his white pants up. He just looks outside the bathroom window, seeing the loose leaves falling from the trees. It was October after all,seasons were changing…and he kept looking. He just stared at it, time went by so fast, he made peace with Mav, then met Bea, they dated then got married and now had three kids…and his oldest was one year old already.

He just flexes his hands, then looks back at his reflection. His tie was crooked…damn it.

Rooster let out a frustrated sigh as he reached up to straighten his tie once more, the fabric feeling unfamiliar and stiff against his fingertips. He couldn't shake the nerves that prickled at the back of his neck, the weight of the impending ceremony bearing down on him like a heavy burden.

Lieutenant-Commander.

The title still felt surreal, a dream he had always imagined coming true. And here he was, on the brink of achieving one of the highest ranks in the military.

But with the excitement came a wave of apprehension, the fear of the unknown creeping in as he stood there alone in the bathroom. What if he wasn't ready for this level of responsibility? What if he failed to live up to the expectations placed upon him?

Rooster shook his head, banishing the doubts that threatened to cloud his mind. He had worked too hard to let self-doubt derail him now. He had proven himself time and time again, rising through the ranks with enough determination and stubbornness it’d put a mule to shame.

As he stared at his reflection in the mirror, Rooster couldn't help but feel a swell of pride in his chest. He had come a long way from the young recruit who had first stepped foot into the Navy all those years ago. He had faced adversity head-on, overcoming obstacles and challenges with resilience and…well, enough perseverance he wouldn’t lose his mind.

And now, as he stood on the cusp of a new chapter in his career, Rooster knew that he was ready. Ready to lead, ready to inspire, ready to make a difference in the lives of those under his command.

And his tie was still crooked. “Fuck.”

“Roos.” Bea knocks on the door, “You okay in there?”

Rooster's heart skipped a beat at the sound of Beatrice's voice,and he took a deep breath, willing himself to push aside the lingering nerves as he turned to face the door.

"Yeah, babe, I'm okay," Rooster replied, "Just... struggling with this damn tie."

Beatrice's gentle laughter echoed through the bathroom door, her warmth seeping through the cracks as she spoke. "Let me help you with that," she offered, her tone filled with affection.

Rooster felt a rush of gratitude flood his chest at Beatrice's offer, the weight of his anxiety lifting slightly at the thought of her by his side. He quickly undid the knot of his tie and opened the door, stepping out into the hallway to find Beatrice waiting for him with a soft smile.

"Thanks, gorgeous–woah.," he  widens his eyes, leaning back to see her full outfit. A beautiful,beautiful, dark red sheath dress that hugged her curves like a vice and went down to her feet,lace cap sleeves on her shoulders and her soft brown hair pulled up into an elegant bun with tiny little pearl pins keeping it together “...damn, look at you.”

Her cheeks reddened under the peach colored blush, and she gives a little turn, “Do I look nice?”

Rooster's breath caught in his throat as he took in the sight of Beatrice, his heart skipping a beat at her beauty. He couldn't tear his eyes away from her, the way the dress clung to her curves in all the right places, the way her hair was pulled up, the way her eyes sparkled with warmth and affection.

"You look absolutely stunning, Bea," Rooster breathed, his voice filled with awe. "Like a vision."

Beatrice's cheeks flushed even deeper at Rooster's words, a shy smile tugging at the corners of her lips. She fidgeted with the hem of her dress, suddenly feeling self-conscious under Rooster's intense gaze.

"Thank you," she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper. "I wanted to look nice for you, for this...for your big day."

Rooster's heart swelled with love at Beatrice's words, his chest tight . He reached out to gently cup her cheek, his thumb brushing over her soft skin as he leaned in to press a tender kiss to her lips.

"You always look beautiful, Bea," Rooster whispered against her lips, his voice filled with love. "But tonight, you've outdone yourself. You take my breath away." he holds up his hand while clasping hers, “One more turn?”

She laughs but obliges, giggling as she turns and he immediately whistle quietly, furrowing his brows with an appreciative ‘woo’ under his breath, “Stop.” she playfully swats his chest, “I’m here to help you with your tie,LC.”

Rooster couldn't help but chuckle  "Sorry, sorry," he said with a grin, "I just can't help myself when I see you looking so beautiful."

Beatrice rolled her eyes affectionately, a smile tugging at the corners of her lips as she reached up to adjust Rooster's crooked tie. She worked quickly and skillfully, her fingers nimble as she deftly straightened the fabric and tightened the knot.

"There," she said with satisfaction, stepping back to admire her handiwork. "Perfect."

Rooster smiled gratefully at Beatrice, feeling a rush of gratitude wash over him. "Thanks, babe," he said, his voice filled with appreciation. "You always know how to make everything better."

Beatrice's smile softened, her eyes shimmering with love as she gazed up at Rooster. "I just want everything to be perfect for you," she replied softly, her voice filled with warmth. "You deserve the world, Roos."

"I already have everything I need with you by my side," Rooster murmured against her skin, his voice filled with sincerity. "You're my guiding light. I couldn't do this without you."

Beatrice's eyes shimmered with tears at Rooster's heartfelt words, her heart overflowing with love for him. She wrapped her arms around him, pulling him close as she buried her face in his chest - thant god for setting spray or else his white shirt would be ruined -, feeling the steady rhythm of his heartbeat beneath her fingertips.

"I love you, Roos," Beatrice whispered, her voice barely above a whisper. "More than words can express."

Rooster held Beatrice close, his arms wrapped protectively around her as he pressed a kiss to the top of her head. "I love you too, Bea," he whispered back, his voice filled with emotion. "More than you'll ever know."

“More than I’ll ever know?”

“Yes ma’am.”

She smiles, looking back at him and cupping his cheek, “The kids are alright, watching tv with Mav,right now. He got here early.” she says ‘And I came in to check on you…how are you feeling,Roos?”

He leaned into her touch, his eyes meeting hers as his brows furrow "I'm feeling... nervous," Rooster admitted, his voice tinged with uncertainty. "But also excited. This is a big moment for me, and I want to make sure I do everything right."

Beatrice's eyes softened with understanding, her fingers gently brushing against Rooster's cheek in a soothing gesture. "You'll do great, Roos," she reassured him, her voice filled with confidence. "You've worked so hard for this, and you deserve every success that comes your way,remember?"

“I know,gorgeous.”

“Good.” she smiles, smoothing his shirt a bit, “Now, remember, inhale,” she inhales for emphasis, “Exhale, smell the flower, blow the candle.”

Rooster chuckled softly at Beatrice's reminder, her calming presence helping to ease the tension that had settled in his chest. "Right, right," he replied, taking a deep breath and exhaling slowly. "Smell the flower, blow the candle."

Beatrice smiled, her eyes shining with pride as she looked at Rooster. "That's it," she said softly, her voice filled with encouragement. "You've got this, Roos. Just take it one step at a time."

“I know,Bea," Rooster said gratefully, pressing a kiss to her forehead. "I don't know what I'd do without you."

Beatrice smiled, her heart swelling with love for her husband. "You'll never have to find out," she replied softly, her voice filled with warmth. "Now, we still have some time before we leave.” she says, “Is there anything else I should know? That my parents should know?”

Rooster leaned back slightly, back touching the sink, considering Beatrice's question. He appreciated her concern and attention to detail, knowing that she always had his best interests at heart. "Hmm, well," he began, tapping his chin thoughtfully, "I don't think there's anything else they need to know specifically. But if they have any questions or concerns, I'll make sure to address them."

Beatrice nodded in agreement, her expression thoughtful. "That sounds good," she replied, her voice soft. "I just want everything to go smoothly for you, Roos. You've worked so hard for this moment, and I want your special day to be perfect."

“It will, you’ll be there,right?” and he winks and her insides melt.

She just huffs softly, playing with the little necklace he gave her - the movement making his eyes lock on the shining pendant, “I’m kinda nervous myself.”

“You are?”

“Yeah,I mean,’ she shrugs, “I…just want everything to go well for you…and I want the kids to be okay too,I…I just don’t want to mess anything up.”

Rooster's smile softened albeit his brows were worried and he reached out to gently cup her face in his hands, his thumbs brushing against her cheeks as he looked into her eyes.

"Hey, it's okay," he murmured softly,  “You’ll do fine.” she grumbles quietly, “Hey,gorgeous,you won’t be alone there, Mav will be there, as will Shells and the Daggers. You’ll be okay.”

“...what do I do if some…Admiral's wife comes to talk to me?”

Rooster's smile widened at Beatrice's question, touched by her vulnerability. He could see the apprehension in her eyes, and he wanted nothing more than to ease her worries.

"If an Admiral's wife comes to talk to you, just be yourself," Rooster reassured her, his voice gentle. "You're charming, witty, and intelligent. Just engage in conversation like you would with anyone else. And if you're unsure about anything, you can always lean on me or Mav for support."

Beatrice nodded, her expression softening as she absorbed Rooster's words. "Okay, I can do that," she said with a small smile, "Thank you, Roos."

Rooster leaned in to press a tender kiss to Beatrice's forehead, his heart swelling with love for her. "Anytime, gorgeous," he murmured, his voice filled with warmth. "I'll always be here for you, no matter what."

“I know.” she sighs, then looks back at the window, “...do we need to be fashionably early?”

Oh she was still worrying.

She’s so cute.

Rooster couldn't help but chuckle at Beatrice's concern, finding her adorable in her worry. He wrapped his arms around her, pulling her close as he pressed a kiss to the top of her head.

"You're adorable when you worry, you know that?" he teased gently, his voice filled with affection. "But no, we don't need to be fashionably early. It's better to be on time than to rush and stress ourselves out."

Beatrice smiled up at Rooster, her worries easing at his reassurance. She leaned into his embrace, finding solace in his comforting presence. "Okay…if you say so LC.”

“I know so.” he smirks, “...it’ll be fine. it’ll be okay,Bea. If you feel uncomfortable, then we can leave as soon as my ceremony is done.”

“...I don’t want to do that though… I mean unless the kids want to go and–”

"Okay, then we'll stay for as long as you feel comfortable," he agreed, his voice soft and reassuring. "But just know that if you ever need to leave, we can do that too. Your comfort and well-being are my top priorities, always."

"Thank you, Roos," she murmured, her voice filled with emotion. "You always know how to make me feel better."

Rooster pressed a gentle kiss to Beatrice's forehead, his heart swelling with love for her. "That's what I'm here for," he whispered, his voice soft and tender. He looks back at their reflection in the mirror and for a brief second…he was sure he saw a speck of blonde hair moving on the glass.

[paledoptera]

draw a moth every day challenge i'm not super proud of this one, wanted to experiment with different brushes but ehhh i'm not happy with how it came out. that's what this whole thing is about though, experimentation!!! sidenote but i've been getting a lot of follows and reblogs on my moth doodles by people who are just as obsessed with moths as i am and i think that's beautiful, look at these blog names omg

(daily moth doodle 3/366)

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Masterpost of Art, Writing and Amusing Tidbits

My original masterpost started out as a place for me to link my 56 Win A Commission Stories (See below for more). Then tumblr mobile and eventually tumblr desktop said the post was getting too unwieldy. So here is a masterpost of my creations! It is not complete, because when I started out, I was not as careful about linking and keeping posts. But it is still fairly comprehensive :)

My Ao3 - Where I post both fanfics and original works that are too long for tumblr or come with no art.

Art Summary 2023 (January 2023 - December 2023) - A little showcase of my drawings from 2023! It has links to the previous years, and a new one will be posted every January.

366 Art Challenge (April 2019 to April 2020) - I posted a different creation every day for a year. It is not a masterpost (though it does have a few links) but more of an explanation and celebration.

OTGWtober 2020 (October 2020) - 31 days of Over The Garden Wall drawings for that October. It was part of the 366 Art Challenge.

Holes - An explanation of the movie Holes of which I am proud

ATLA Kuspuk Week 2022 (February to March 2022) - Drawings of various Avatar: The Last Airbender characters in kuspuks (a piece of modern Yup'ik clothing that resembles hoodies)

Derin Stories Fan Art (April 2019 to now) - A masterpost of my fanart for Derinthescarletpescatarian's writing.

Li's Friends: Horrible Pets to Protect You From a Horrible World (November 2020) - A stealth-ATLA fanart coloring book to which I contributed, and whose profits go towards wildlife funds.

Disney Princess Coloring Pages (January 2020 - now) Coloring pages of Disney Princesses and heroines that also went into my coloring books. Occasionally updates when new movies or inspiring outfits for these characters are posted.

Disney Princess Choose Your Own Adventures (July 2023) - A project I would like to continue one day. In excitement for polls coming out on tumblr, I tried to write a CYOA style fanfic. As of posting, it only has Snow White, but we shall see.

Win A Commission Contest (May 2019 to December 2024) was a project I started in 2017, back when I was 16. i decided to make a fairy tale coloring book for my little cousins, and it spiraled from there. In May 2019, after a month on tumblr, I started posting the stories onto here. The idea was that if you could guess the fairy tale (and later children's books - I branched out) from a daily post of one illustration through the story, you could win a commission. Over the course of many months and one year-long break, I posted all 56 of my stories. On this masterpost, it also has pictures of sketches, the commissions I completed, my real life coloring books, and a specific list of fairy tales I adapted to become queer :). Just as a side quest sort of thing, I also started coloring them in. Yes, I am ambitious to my own detriment, thanks for noticing! Anyways, you should check it out. The official stories stopped in December of 2024, but I do have plans to write a short, smutty sequel planned for my last story in 2025. It may be posted only to my ao3, only time will tell. It no longer allowed me to edit the post despite attempts to remove links, so this takes you directly to a reblog with the last few links of the project.

Colored-In WAC Illustrations (April 2021 to now) - what it says on the tin. I figured it deserved its own link considering that coloring what amounts to over 200 illustrations is also ambitious. I used to color these in on Google Drawings and occasionally by painting or coloring the actual initial drawing; now I mostly color them in on my phone in waiting rooms and such. Latest story was The White Snake, am currently working on coloring in Godmother Death.

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Reblog Masterlist 2024

Welcome to reblog challenge 2024 or year 5.

I hope you enjoy it!

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Pinned post moment!!

-Blog is my own art / reblogging shitposts / reblogging others cool art!

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Currently doing a drawing challenge: 1 drawing a day! (still going strong!)

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Today's Date (CST): 11/24/24

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Finished Total: 329/366

OC info Below the Cut :3

-Embers, (they/them,) A Fox that is always on fire, is actively annoyed about it, as the ashes and Soot keep getting everywhere. It takes a bit of concentration to force the flames down, so they mostly wear clothes out of wool and other flame-resistant materials. Smells like fireworks. Tries their best to keep it together. Is the main OC I draw and the PFP :3

-Patch, (He/Him) A wolf, with an eye clawed out. He don't seem that bothered by it. He likes to wear a flower crown, simply because it smells nice. Likes to stop and smell the flowers. Is keeping it together.

-BT0Z-113, (She/Her) A Protogen. She worked as a mercenary for hire, doing odd jobs, until a mishap forced her into a much different world than she was used too. Smells like pennies.

To search for one on the blog the Char tag is formated as: CharNametheSpecies I.E: embersthefox

Though honestly, it's a lot easier to look on my FA page for an art archive.

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We posted 377 times in 2022

That's 67 more posts than 2021!

91 posts created (24%)

286 posts reblogged (76%)

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We tagged 366 of my posts in 2022

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My #1 post of 2022

CONFIRMED 🎉👩🏾‍⚖️

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson will become the 116th Associate Justice of the US Supreme Court and the FIRST Black woman to sit in the highest court.

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#5

Happy Black Joy Month, Tumblr!

It’s February on @blackexcellence, and we’re embarking on the fourth year of BlackExcellence365, where we celebrate Black history 24/7, 365 days of the year. BlackExcellence365 is a community celebration of you, your world, Black achievement of every stripe—from the arts to sports to social justice. Join us in our celebration of Black Joy.

Black Excellence is Revolutionary.

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If you are a Black creative, look out for opportunities to showcase your expressions of Black joy—from art, dance, fashion, writing, music, photography, film, to everything in-between.

Each month, we’ll be coming to you with themes like Black Girl Magic, Black Power, and Black Boy Joy. We’ll be sharing interviews, spotlights, and a collaborative playlist featuring the very best Black talent.

Follow our Today In Black Excellence series to learn about the icons and history-makers our Creatrs love—with artist depictions and fun facts about game-changing athletes, writers, and activists, past and present, who have all changed the world.

However you express joy—join in, follow, and share using the tags #BlackExcellence365, #BlackJoy, and #BlackJoyIsBlackExcellence. The Black experience is too often characterized by struggle, pain and trauma: let’s challenge that by exploring joy, amplifying these voices and stories, and changing the narrative.

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#4

Today in Black Excellence: Shirley Chisholm, the first African American—and the first woman—to seek nomination for President.

“I want history to remember me... not as the first black woman to have made a bid for the presidency of The United States, but as a black woman who lived in the 20th century and who dared to be herself. I want to be remembered as a catalyst for change in America.”

—Shirley Chisholm

Chisholm wanted to be remembered as a “catalyst for change.” What did she do?

Shirley Anita Chisholm was a politician, educator, and writer. There would be no Barack Obama or Kamala Harris without her—she was a trailblazer in every sense of the word.

Citing her “double-handicap” of being a Black woman, Chisholm initially rejected a political career but became increasingly engaged in fighting racial and gender inequality. She eventually joined the Democratic Party in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, winning a seat in the United States Congress in 1968, and becoming the first Black woman to do so.

What did she achieve in politics?

With a seat at the table, “Fighting Shirley” introduced over 50 pieces of legislation on behalf of the poor, protesting racial and gender inequality. She became a fierce critic of the Vietnam War when opposition to the war was considered radical. Her outspoken assault on injustice earned her few friends in the white political establishment.

While campaigning for the 1972 primaries, Chisholm was allowed only one speech in televised debates and was otherwise blocked from participation. Despite this, students, women, and minorities proved loyal supporters: In 12 primaries, she garnered 152 (10%) of delegates’ votes, despite a poorly financed campaign and widespread political hostility.

The 1972 primaries also displayed her remarkable character, when she chose to visit racist and segregationist Governor George Wallace of Alabama in hospital after a failed assassination attempt.

After retiring from Congress in 1983, Chisholm taught at Mount Holyoke College and co-founded the National Political Congress of Black Women.

Original portrait by Tumblr Creatr @banana-peppers

“It was an honor to create a piece celebrating Shirley Chisholm. She was the first Black woman elected to Congress and to seek a major party nomination for presidency. Her trailblazing career is truly inspiring and I wanted to capture her power, her bravery and her magic. Her motto Unbought and Unbossed implores us to forge our own path no matter what obstacles try to stand in our way."

—@banana-peppers

6,957 notes - Posted February 2, 2022

#3

Today in Black Excellence: Maya Angelou—a literature titan whose 1969 memoir was the first nonfiction bestseller by an African American woman.

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” —Maya Angelou, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings.

What was the early life of Maya Angelou?

She became a celebrated writer and Black icon, but it came from a childhood of tragedy. Born on April 4, 1928, in St. Louis, Missouri, Angelou was quickly exposed to racism as a child. Her parents split when she was young, and while visiting her mother, aged eight, she was raped by her mother’s boyfriend: her uncles killed the boyfriend in revenge. These horrors left Angelou mute for five years, as she discussed in an interview with Oprah, a close friend. At age 16, she gave birth and was forced to work grueling jobs to support her son—including fry cook, sex worker, and nightclub performer.

She recounted her traumas to close friend James Baldwin—fellow writer and Black icon. He challenged Angelou to write about her experiences, and she published the wildly successful memoir I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. It catapulted Angelou to international stardom and was nominated for a National Book Award in 1970. It remained on The New York Times’ paperback nonfiction bestseller list for two years—the longest record in history.

What made her such a Black icon?

Angelou was a close friend of Martin Luther King Jr., who was assassinated on her birthday in 1968. Angelou stopped celebrating her birthday for years afterward. In 1964, Angelou helped another activist friend Malcolm X in founding the Organization of Afro-American Unity.

Spanning over 50 years, she published seven autobiographies, three books of essays, books of poetry, and plays. Her 1971 poetry collection, Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water ’Fore I Die, was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize. Because of her tireless work in literature and political activism, Angelou became widely respected as a spokesperson for the Black experience, particularly of women. You can even find her legacy in your pocket—she recently became the first black woman to appear on a US quarter.

Original portrait by Tumblr Creatr @inuqo

"I was filled with such deep gratitude while working on this illustration of Maya Angelou. Her talent, creativity, strength, power and resilience is inspiring to us all and I wanted to display how beautiful her Universe was. How important her words and life's journey was because it showed us that no matter how hard we fall, still we can rise".”

—@inuqo

7,902 notes - Posted February 23, 2022

#2

Today in Black Excellence: Dapper Dan—the underground fashion icon who made history as the first Black designer to receive CFDA’s lifetime achievement award.

“I don’t give a damn about failure. I was born part of failure. We are the phoenix—all of us here in America, every black man, woman, and child are part of the phoenix, still rising from those ashes. All my life is about getting knocked down and getting back up. I don’t care. It’s fun!”—Dapper Dan.

What’s Dapper Dan’s story?

Born Daniel Day on August 8, 1944, in Harlem, New York City, into a working-class family. By 13, he was making thousands a day after teaching himself gambling. By the 70s, Dan first sold items out of his car, and in 1982, the iconic Dapper Dan’s Boutique had its grand opening —open 24/7.

Dan is self-taught—from his fabrics and leather printing, to his creations of unique textiles featuring Louis Vuitton and Gucci logos. His designs became synonymous with 80s hip-hop—but Dan was neglected by the fashion world, and his illegal use of major label logos led to police raids. Local attention became Global; European luxury fashion companies like Fendi caught wind and promptly took legal action. Dapper Dan’s Boutique was shut down in 1992. Ever the hustler, he continued working underground.

How did he come to win the CFDA award?

Ironically, to say the least, and on his own terms in true Dapper Dan style. Fans were outraged when they noticed Gucci steal one of his classic designs for a major show. The coat was first made for Olympian Diane Dixon, and she posted on Instagram: “Give Dapper Dan his credit. He did it first in 1989!” Incredibly, Gucci accepted its wrongdoing and sparked his career into new life when it offered a partnership.

At age 77, he made history as the first Black fashion designer honored with the CFDA’s Geoffrey Beene Lifetime Achievement Award. He is also the first designer to receive the honor without ever doing a solo fashion show. Truly the epitome of Black excellence.

Original portrait by Tumblr Creatr @patiencelekienart

There’s a quote by Faith Cummings that says, “We still struggle to garner a seat at the table. Even though we’ve oft built the table ourselves.” As a Black Creative, this is a reality many of us face. And Dapper Dan is a modern representation of just that—Black Excellence. He exemplifies how and why our contributions to culture often define culture. It was an honor dedicating this piece to him, as an extension of my gratitude and appreciation for the path he has paved for all Black Creatives. Thank you Dapper Dan. 

—@patiencelekienart

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I posted 1,198 times in 2022

21 posts created (2%)

1,177 posts reblogged (98%)

Blogs I reblogged the most:

@spones-in-my-bones

@sleepymccoy

@carlodivarga-s

@educatedinyellow

I tagged 1,193 of my posts in 2022

#star trek tos - 366 posts

#very nice art - 202 posts

#spock - 166 posts

#lol - 143 posts

#leonard mccoy - 137 posts

#comic tag - 94 posts

#james kirk - 90 posts

#vg - 70 posts

#triumvirate - 60 posts

#spirk - 55 posts

Longest Tag: 118 characters

#also it would take some of the blame off mccoy if mccoy had had some vague idea that vulcans could endure bright light

My Top Posts in 2022:

#5

Star Trek TOS triumvirate in the style of Hergé (Tintin comics)

Part of a Six Styles Challenge

link to the five other styles

32 notes - Posted November 27, 2022

#4

When van Helsing gathers together his band of vampire hunters, does that mean they are all... stakeholders in his company?

103 notes - Posted December 7, 2022

#3

I love how the Dracula cast all prefer to swap diary accounts rather than just. you know. having a conversation

172 notes - Posted September 29, 2022

#2

Check out my first ever uquiz, the shortest MBTI test in the world (probably)

Please let me know in the tags/replies whether it was accurate!

230 notes - Posted September 2, 2022

My #1 post of 2022

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Week 5; Digital Citizenship

Week 5 surrounded a discussion on what it means to be a digital citizen and the online interactions with political participation and discussions.

Social media and the digital communities that exist online can have powerful impacts on society and its politics. Choi, et. al (2021, p.366-367) notes that engaging in digital citizenship has promoted better democratic practices and political web-based activity establishes social circles that deliver information to those who may not otherwise be educated enough to access it. Furthermore the article highlights that engaging as a digital citizen helps individuals compare and collaborate with the exchanging and arguing of political discourse, events and ideas.

The rise in digital citizenship has led to an increase in political activism. Vromen, A (2017) argues the use of media platforms has reshaped the way citizens participate in politics. Media assets like hashtags, reblogs, retweets and GIFs are becoming increasingly influential in shaping public opinion and political discourse (p. 4).

Wilf, et. al, supports this argument and showcases the impact that media can have on disadvantaged individuals. By engaging with digital citizenship these immigrants have engaged with online political activism leading to a successful increase in eligible voters participating in western democratic societies like America particularly in the 2020 presidential campaign.

"Many young immigrants use social media to follow news in their local communities, as well as in their countries of origin. They also use it to organise protests and encourage others to vote" (Wilf, Castro, Quiles, 2022).

The article drew on the author's research papers which highlighted the significance of twitter advocating awareness for organisations such as 'United We Dream'. The organisation aims to connect US immigrant youths and spread awareness through online platforms. Trends found in their sample research shows that 18-23 year old voters engaged with politics almost entirely online. 

Choi, et. al (2021) attributes digital citizenship to bettering intersectionality, with social media's ability to  bring together marginalised and oppressed voices, that share commonalities of showcasing diversity and advocating for equality, to educate groups on ‘participatory democracy’ (p.363-364).

References:

Choi, M & Cristol, D, (2021) ‘Digital citizenship with intersectionality lens: Towards participatory democracy driven digital citizenship education’, Theory Into Practice, 60:4, 361-370.

Vromen, A, 2017, Digital Citizenship and Political Engagement The Challenge from Online Campaigning and Advocacy Organisations, Palgrave Macmillan UK, London.

Wilf, S, Maker Castro, E,Quiles, T, 2022, ‘Young immigrants are looking to social media to engage in politics and elections – even if they are not eligible to vote’, The Conversation, 11 October, viewed, 29 March 2023, <https://theconversation.com/young-immigrants-are-looking-to-social-media-to-engage-in-politics-and-elections-even-if-they-are-not-eligible-to-vote-190315>

[firefly-in-darkness]

Reblog Challenge - August

I’m still here and going with these fic recs... As I went through a Series / Masterlist binge, I have tagged all the writers at the bottom. 

Marvel

Bucky Barnes

5 Days

A Russian Proposal

Broken Shards

Cravings

It’s Deal (Chapter 10)

Jealousy Isn’t Fun (Series List)

Lover Boy

Moonlight Attraction

New Perspectives

Phone Call

Revelations

Rosy Proposal

Scheduling Errors

Skinny Dipping

Spotlight (Mini Series)

Squat Here Often?

The Dynamic Between Us

Waiting For You

What Could Have Been

Clint Barton

Incomplete

Scott Lang

Oops, I Love you

Steve Rogers

Face the Facts

Golden

Let Me Try

Patience 

Psuedo Princess (Series List)

Strong Woman

Take Care (Series List)

Under the Stars

Thor Odinson

Early Morning

Ofre

The Ban

Stucky

Honey Sweet

Supernatural

Castiel

Gifts

Dean Winchester

Family Comes First

Good Girl

Innuendos

Mated in the Darkness

The Wedding Date

Sam Winchester

Love Me or Leave Me

Never Too Much

Yellow

Miscellanous 

Carter Bazien

Surprise

Geralt

Hide Under the Covers

The Thief and the Witcher

Writers

@writingsoftheloser @bucky--barnes @wiensrsoldier @amythedvdhoarder @ballyhoobarnes @iwantutobehapppier @shreddedparchment @becs-bunker @donutloverxo @bucky-the-thigh-slayer @cametobuyplums @hannahindie @yikeswtfmate @wxntersoldiers @whitewolfandthefox @boiblunder @shaynawrites23 @buckysmischief @princessmisery666 @star-spangled-man-with-a-plan @mummybear @holylulusworld @writing-feels  @valkyriesryde  @hailmary-yramliah @cherrypickertheory @da5haexowin @whatareyousearchingfordean @justreadingfics @moteldwelling​

[anagentinwriting]

October 2020 Reblog Challenge

Reblog Challenge Masterlist

Day 275: 10 Years Time: Epilogue (Steve Rogers x Stark!Daughter Reader) (Royal AU)  @justkending​​

Day 276: Sons of Lawrence Masterlist: Chapter 1 (Dean Winchester x Reader) You ran, ran as far as you could from your previous life, ran so far you ended up in Lawrence, Kansas of all places. You had no intention of getting involved with the most notorious biker gang in Lawrence, a biker gang that trafficked illegal drugs, weapons, and anything that might make them money. But Dean Winchester was impossible to resist. One look into those green eyes and you were gone. *sexual content @star-spangled-man-with-a-plan​ Day 277: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 2 Day 278: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 3 Day 279: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 4 Day 280: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 5 Day 281: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 6 Day 282: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 7 Day 283: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 8 Day 284: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 9 Day 285: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 10 Day 286: Whoops! Day 287: Whoops! Day 288: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 11 Day 289: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 12 Day 290: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 13 Day 291: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 14 Day 292: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 15 Day 293: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 16 Day 294: Sons of Lawrence: Chapter 17 

Day 295: The Protection Program Masterlist: Chapter 1 (Dean Winchester x Detective Reader) You are a detective that has been hunting a mafia gang down most of your life after your father was killed by someone in the group. While going undercover to keep and eye on one of the members, you bump into Dean Winchester. With him messing up your operation, you two don’t hit it off too well. You later learn that Dean is a major part of keeping you alive. @justkending​ Day 296: The Protection Program: Chapter 2 Day 297: The Protection Program: Chapter 3 Day 298: The Protection Program: Chapter 4 Day 299: The Protection Program: Chapter 5 Day 300: The Protection Program: Chapter 6 Day 301: The Protection Program: Chapter 7 Day 302: The Protection Program: Chapter 8 Day 303: The Protection Program: Chapter 9 Day 304: The Protection Program: Chapter 10 Day 305: The Protection Program: Chapter 11

November Reblog Challenge Masterlist

[nekoannie-chan]

Reblog Masterlist 2023

Welcome to reblog challenge 2023 or year 4.

I hope you enjoy it!

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This is my fanfics masterlist that I read in 2023. Every month has its own masterlist, so at the end of the month, I will update this masterlist.  

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♥ You can check my reading guidelines here.

♥ You can check my 366 reblog masterlist 2020 here.

♥ You can check my 365 reblog masterlist 2021 here.

♥ You can check my 365 reblog masterlist 2022 here.

♥ You can check my masterlist here.

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♥ January Reblog Masterlist

♥ February Reblog Masterlist

♥ March Reblog Masterlist

♥ April Reblog Masterlist

♥ May Reblog Masterlist

♥ June Reblog Masterlist

♥ July Reblog Masterlist

♥ August Reblog Masterlist

♥ September Reblog Masterlist

♥ October Reblog Masterlist

♥ November Reblog Masterlist

♥ December Reblog Masterlist

[firefly-in-darkness]

Firefly’s Challenges, Events & Fic Recs

Return to Masterlist

Challenges

Kinktober Reblog Masterlist

Movie Challenge Masterlist

2k Follower Challenge Masterlist

Summer Challenge Masterlist

Winter Challenge Masterlist

Events

Any Fandom Goes Bingo

Bucky Bingo

Buckvember 2020

Fic Recs

Recent Fic Recs

Kinktober Fic Recs (Reblog Challenge 2022)

Fic Recs - 2021

Reblog Challenge Masterlist - 2020

Fic Recs - 2019

[anagentinwriting]

December 2020 Reblog Challenge

Reblog Challenge Masterlist

Day 336: GOTG: Christmas Vol.1 (Guardians of Galaxy x Reader) Secret Santa on the Milano. @firefly-in-darkness​

Day 337: Sparks Fly Masterlist: Chapter 1 (Sam Wilson x Firefighter!Reader) Workaholic Sam Wilson is devoted to his career, and doesn’t have any time for romance – or so he thinks. Sparks start flying, however, when he meets you. Can the two of you figure out how to take a break before the fire burns out? @nacho-bucky-fics​ Day 338: Sparks Fly // Chapter 2 Day 339: Sparks Fly // Chapter 3 Day 340: Sparks Fly // Chapter 4 Day 341: Sparks Fly // Chapter 5 Day 342: Sparks Fly // Chapter 6 Day 343: Sparks Fly // Epilogue

Day 344: Used to be Overlooked Masterlist: Chapter 1 (Steve Rogers x Reader) Steve Rogers was walking down the streets of Brooklyn after finishing a mission. The goal was just to take some time to clear his mind along the city streets, but when he runs into a gorgeous young lady that looks extremely familiar… How can he go about moving on? Who is she? What does he know her from? Was that memory even from this decade? @justkending​ Day 345: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 2; Chapter 3 Day 346: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 4; Chapter 5 Day 347: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 6; Chapter 7 Day 348: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 8; Chapter 9 Day 349: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 10; Chapter 11 Day 350: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 12; Chapter 13 Day 351: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 14; Chapter 15 Day 352: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 16 Day 353: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 17 Day 354: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 18 Day 355: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 19 Day 356: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 20 Day 357: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 21 Day 358: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 22 Day 359: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 23 Day 360: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 24 Day 361: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 25 Day 362: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 26 Day 363: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 27 Day 364: Used to be Overlooked: Chapter 28 Day 365: Used to be Overlooked: Epilogue

Day 366: Signing My Love (Clint Barton x Reader) Being recruited as an Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. wasn’t what you’d always thought you’d do for a living.  But now that you’ve graduated from the Academy, you’re having a hard time hiding your excitement at being assigned to Avengers Tower in New York City.  However, your first day in the Big Apple doesn’t exactly go as planned when you realize someone’s stalking you.  Do you truly have what it takes to be an Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D., or should you have stayed in your tiny little town like everyone wanted you to? @beccaanne814​

2020....What a year! 

[nekoannie-chan]

Reblog masterlist

366 days reblog challenge 2020

365 days reblog challenge 2021

Reblog masterllist 2022

Reblog masterllist 2023

Reblog masterllist 2024

[anagentinwriting]

July 2020 Reblog Challenge

Reblog Challenge Masterlist

Day 183: Forever in my Heart Masterlist: Part 3 (Steve Rogers x Reader) It had been ten years since you last saw Steve Rogers, unrequited teenage love, an ocean that separated you and loves never forgotten. What happens when you see him again a decade later? @prettyyoungtragedy​ Day 184: Forever in my Heart: Part 4 Day 185: Forever in my Heart: Part 5 Day 186: Forever in my Heart: Part 6 Day 187: Forever in my Heart: Part 7 Day 188: Forever in my Heart: Part 8 Day 189: Forever in my Heart: Part 9

Day 190: Whoops!

Day 191: Just Like Heaven: Part 8 (Steve Rogers x Reader) @marvelcapsicle

Day 192: Locked Out (Steve Rogers x Reader) A much needed trip to the laundry room takes a turn for the worse when you realize you’ve locked yourself out of your apartment. The next move you make doesn’t play out quite like you’d hoped and ends up turning south, and fast. But, your luck starts to change when a neighbor finds you in a rather compromising position and offers his help. @kayteewritessteve

Day 193: Hate to Love You Masterlist: Prologue (Bucky Barnes x Reader) After years of pestering, Y/N finally agrees to an arranged marriage set up by her parents. The only problem; her soon-to-be husband is her ex. (Desi AU, Arranged Marriage AU) @revengingbarnes​ Day 194: Hate to Love You: Chapter 1 Day 195: Whoops! Day 196: Hate to Love You: Chapter 2 Day 197: Hate to Love You: Chapter 3 Day 198: Hate to Love You: Chapter 4 Day 199: Hate to Love You: Chapter 5 Day 200: Whoops! Day 201: Hate to Love You: Chapter 6 Day 202: Hate to Love You: Chapter 7 Day 203: Hate to Love You: Chapter 8 Day 204: Hate to Love You: Epilogue

Day 205: Ordained (Sam Wilson x Reader) A small detail from a mission three months ago springs up, surprising you and Sam. @star-spangled-man-with-a-plan

Day 206: Whoops!

Day 207: The New Princess Masterlist: Chapter 1 (Dean Winchester x Reader) You look exactly like the princess of Genieve who is promised to marry the prince of your country, Prince Dean. But what happens if the princess doesn’t want to marry him and meets you, her look-a-like? @curliesallovertheplace​ Day 208: The New Princess: Chapter 2 Day 209: The New Princess: Chapter 3 Day 210: The New Princess: Chapter 4 Day 211: The New Princess: Chapter 5 Day 212: The New Princess: Chapter 6 Day 213: The New Princess: Chapter 7

August Reblog Challenge Masterlist