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i am thinking. about firefly wedding and being a tool v a person. rambling abt satoko and shinpei and throwing ideas at the wall. (some chapter 28 spoilers btw)
they are all tools to something. satoko being a tool to her family and shinpei and kotaro being a tool to her(albeit in slightly different ways).
initially satoko uses shinpei as a means to leave the island and shinpei uses her as a way to feel needed. this ofc changes over the course of the manga and theres alr this post abt how shinpei doesnt see satoko as an object considering the different reactions to her scar i think more obviously is the talk he has with her on the boat as they are leaving the island in chap 16 where he says i want to know more abt what kind of girl you are.
he wants to get to know her more as a person. understand her better. know why she is like this. what kind of girl is she. her likes?dislikes? and its mutual in chap 28
ever since chap 24 there is this explicit mutual commitment because this relationship isnt a short time thing on the island anymore. they’re stuck together now and its ok to have this mutual curiosity abt one another and they’re both able take the time to know more abt each other now. they’re not tools to each other anymore but somebody to have a long term relationship with
which makes me think abt kotaro. kotaro who brings satokos medicine and brings her favourite sweet. he learns these things abt her and obviously sees her as a person but encourages satoko being a tool to her family. its not his fault because its what satoko herself thinks she wants. i wonder if satoko knows kotaros likes and dislikes too. satokos whole dilemma of marriage for her family or for herself. does she want to be the tool or her own person. i think this is something shinpei(and kotaro) have to address in the future too since shinpei thinks of himself as a tool and it hasnt been addressed yet. lots of things to think abt and see what happens this year
#yk i was rambling on disc abt how we actually dont know a lot abt shinpei which makes sense because theres no reason for satoko#to learn that since its short term and how going forward we will learn more AND THEN IMMEDIATELY.#CHAP 28 gave me that i cried#i havent read it yet actually fhese r screenshots from ppl on twitter…#they invented love in 2023 and 2024#firefly wedding#hotaru no yomeiri#claude txt#like im soooo chap 24 was such a turning point#i thought abt how shinpei is just happier after 24 andhsjjssjjdsjjjsjdj#urhgghhh shinpei has always thought abt them long term and now its mutual!!!!!!#and i scream cry and throw up#starting the year right with a cute first date chapter …#i saw the editor say that on twitter i think
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March 23, 2013
Spencer gets to visit him once. He and Jordan sit opposite Curly while the man chews on his chapped lips, looking off distantly. Spencer’s mother is burning holes into his profile as she shifts on her feet across the room but smiles softly whenever he looks her way.
Explaining his age to Jordan was rough and he hadn’t expected it to be such a huge deal. They’ve come this far. Jordan had called him sick at first; for lying for so long, but frankly, they’re in too deep. Jordan barely goes near him anymore.
Jordan asks “have you eaten today, Curls?” Curly nods but that’s it.
“Hey, Curly, Jordan thinks the apartment’s gotten even worse since you left,” Spencer notes with a forced laugh, and Jordan jabs him with his elbow, tells him to shut up. They both know that Jordan’s barely coping and Spencer thinks Curly ought to know, too.
Curly doesn’t acknowledge him anyway. He’s watching his hands now as he picks the skin around his nails.
“How are you still high in a place like this,” Jordan snaps suddenly, slamming a palm against the table to steal his attention. Two of the prison guards watch them carefully as Spencer jumps at the sudden outburst and Curly looks physically wounded. “You were almost clean, Curly. What the fuck happened?”
Curly shakes his head. He looks ashamed.
“I thought this was the kick up the ass you needed. You’re in prison and you’re still- Fucking hell, look at me.”
Curly looks up from his hands and Spencer’s sure he can see the tether connecting their gazes as he mutters, “I’m sorry, J.”
“You were sorry two years ago. Two weeks ago, you were sorry. You—.” He ducks, leaning in close as he hisses, “you’re fuckin’ killing me.”
“I love you.”
Jordan scoffs as he stands, chair screeching behind him. He watches Spencer impatiently until the boy is on his feet too. Jordan says, “fuck you” as Spencer mumbles, “take care of yourself, Curly.”
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March 28, 2013
It’s 11am near the end of March and there’s a knock at the front door. He hears a soft hum of a conversation, hears his mother shush his father, and then hears footsteps ascending the stairs. Spencer’s writing when his bedroom door opens and Jordan shuffles inside.
He’s not sure why he feels a compulsion to stand, but he does.
Jordan wraps him up in a tight embrace. He smells like smoke and beer. It feels like an apology and Spencer waits for an explanation as his own arms wind around his waist. Spencer’s about to tell him that it’ll be alright, is about to say, “he’ll be back before you know it,” when a back-breaking sob rips through the man.
He says, “I love him, I love him, I love him.”
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Jordan says he knows it was an accident because he didn’t leave a note. And he would have. He would have left one.
His mother asks if he needs some time off school, but Spencer says no because his brain is already swimming in liquid guilt but he can’t quite find where it’s leaking out from. He doesn’t want time to think, regardless. He hasn’t cried -can’t cry- and somehow that makes it all so much worse.
It was a concoction of cocaine and heroin. His heart couldn’t take and he passed away at four in the afternoon, alone in his cell with a needle in his arm. His hair was still wet - that’s what Curly’s mother had says. She also says that Jordan isn’t welcome at the funeral, but he goes anyway.
Spencer doesn’t. Can’t.
He runs into Jeff and Dean at a food stand some weeks later and they tell him all about it, but not before they both hug him and ask how he feels. Spencer can’t think of a single thing to say. His mother rubs his back and leaves to wait on one of the benches, trying her very best to be respectful and obtrusive.
“We all miss seeing you around, kid,” Dean smiles and nudges him lightly. “You should come hang out sometime. We’re thinking about all getting together. For Curly, y’know?”
“Yeah, I. Maybe.” Spencer nods, smiles politely. “I mean. It’s just that… Things are really stressful right now. The school year’s almost up.” He pulls his coat tighter around his body, trapping his scarf beneath the thick fabric. It’s been raining all day and the air is cold and wet. “H-how was the funeral? Was it…”
“It was nice.” Jeff nods.
“His mom gave Jordan a piece of her mind,” Dean adds, but it’s fond. He says, “it’s a shame. Nobody tried half as hard as J did. He had to give up eventually.”
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On the way home, he asks his mother to take a detour.
The headstone says, Elliot Michael Clarke.
Somebody’s written Curly beneath it in black ink and Spencer still can’t cry.
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Nanny Anon 2
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Sept. 18
NANNY ANON, well’ I’ve packed and ready to go ,himself came to say goodbye and thank me for being in the wee-ones early development, It was quite touching. The mistress had the maid drop off a card reference last night and left this morning without a word. ( no surprise there). M and her mistress are looking forward to next week when I move in to the P. And I can’t wait to start a new chapter with a loving family. It sounds wonderful and never again will I have to utter the words ‘ all too…………”
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Sept. 22
NANNY ANON, hello darlings ‘ I’m having a wonderful day with little C&L , M is taking G to see Star Wars so I have the the wee-one and little C. This afternoon we’re going to bake fairy cakes , although little C wants to make Unicorn cookies and take them to school tomorrow … it’s a privilege to be in a loving home with such a wonderful mistress and adorable children, last night I cried with joy. And M and I have such a history of professional duty together. What a joy for a white Lady TTFN 😌😌
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Oct. 3
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, we have been Sooooo busy with the little ones while the mistress and W have been engaged on royal duties. The mistress is such an understanding and compassionate woman she insists on the nannies as being part of the family and treats M and I the same. We have such fun with the little ones , there’s a tree house in the gardens which C seems to have turned into a Unicorn palace with daily visits from her school chums ‘ it’s a hoot ‘life is good for a white Lady TTFN.
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Oct. 5
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, both M and I are getting a program together while the mistress and W are away, we both want to take them on a scavenger hunt at high grove with C&C. Unicorns will probably be involved and G is into Star Wars. So it’s going to be a full itinerary. Little C is platting her hair at the moment and loves the tree house playing with her school chums. It’s a wonderful life for a white Lady. TTFN.
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Oct. 6
NANNY ANON, Hello Darlings, Little G came back from the match with a football signed by the team , and C had a book explaining the women’s World Cup. G is now officially a fully fledged supporter, such a fun day, the children are so exited I can see bed time will be fun. M and I are getting ready for an outing with the little ones as soon as the mistress and W depart for the tour. There off to the in-laws today so M and I are go into F&M for tea …… TTFN.
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Oct. 15
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, M and I have just returned with G&C from Thorpe Park ‘ I’m exhausted!! We went on all the rides, Little C wanted to have another ride on the Big Dipper ‘ o dear I nearly lost my breakfast ……… they had toffee apples and candy floss and G had to have tree rides on the water Shute ‘ I came over all emotional remembering Diana doing the same ride with W&H. O DEAR ‘ all too much for a white Lady ��😢😢😢😢😢😢 TTFN 😢😢😢😢
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Oct. 19
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, The mistress and himself returned to a rapturous welcome from the children ‘ lizards ,Unicorn costumes and hugs lasted for over an hour , it was a joy, I think the first stop was BP so we waited a while but it was an exiting evening. This weekend M&I have the time to ourselves as the whole family are going to the country. We shall have a spa weekend in Bath and indulge in a lot of R&R. All To much for a white Lady. TTFN
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October 20
NANNY ANON, hello darlings,” O joy and jolly japes”Tonight we all trip over to the in-laws to watch the“ Docudramarama” the mistress has asked her sister to come and himself is off to pick up C&C ! M and myself are busy making savoury and sweet popcorn 🍿 boss baby is having fun strapped in the Bouncer and G&C are playing 🦎and🦄 , it’s a joy to be part of a loving family ‘can’t wait for the fun to begin. God bless the future monarchy. TTFN.
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Oct 27
NANNY ANON … hello darlings, still about ,things are hotting up for Halloween 🤡👹👻 the children are expected to wear their creepy costumes and my darling mistress is taking them and other little ones around the the village with the parents. M and I are going as the Markle Sisters 👯♀️ So don’t expect to return without egg 🍳 on my face 🤣🤣🤣all too much for a white Lady TTFN
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Oct 28
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, WELL, WELL, WELL, I’m flabbergasted absolutely stunned darlings, I’ve just received an invitation from my previous mistress and himself to a private meeting in SH London for the opportunity of returning to her employ. Apparently the wee one is missing his nanny!!! and this is causing a lot of headaches for the mistress as she wants to be able to leave the wee one with a nanny she knows will be a bonding influence. I’ll keep you all updated as to my decision darling.
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Oct 29
NANNY ANON, hello darlings ‘ salutations to all who grace the blog of our beloved Skippy. 🐼. WELL , I’ve made the decision I was debating on yesterday. I’ve decided to remain at KP in the employment of the present mistress ( god bless her and himself) because I ‘ much like M have fallen in love with little 🦄🦎And 👶. It’s a constant privileged challenge to be part of this family, The Sunday night gatherings looking at the social media laughing at the ageing train wreck. Love to all. TTFN. 🤣🤣
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Nov. 1
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, Little C is refusing to change out of her Halloween costume 🦄, and we’re all going down to Sainsbury’s to buy some giant marshmallows to roast for the rugby match. When C digs her little feet in there’s no movement. The mistress is having quite a debate with the little one trying to see reason. In the end the RPO got her to change by promising her he’d find a police helmet as a substitute. All too much for a white Lady. TTFN
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Nov 4
NANNY ANON, hello darlings ‘ O joy!! Today M&myself take little C and G (with their poppies) to RP zoo with RPO. ( one of the zoo keepers are going to fix a Unicorn to a zebra 🦄for little C.) and G will gain access to the reptile house to look at all the 🦎🦎 “ what larks pip old chap” the mistress is having some down time back at KP with little L. Afterwards we’re all of to Harrods for 🍨🍦. So much joy for a white Lady. TTFN.
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Nov 11
NANNY ANON , hello darlings, my day off with M. We are exhausted darlings, absolutely knackered. Little C had a sleepover with four friends (fiendish demons) , OMG it was the sleepover from hell , first’ we put them all in the nursery, made up beds and lots of 🦄🧸🛴🏓🍪🍿🧁🍕👧👧👧👧stuff to play with and favourite eats. Only problem they didn’t want to sleep, himself had a few words to Little C at one in the morning because of the screams. All too much for a white Lady. TTFN. Bless.
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Nov 18 (Royal Variety)
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, tonight M and I had too draw lots as to who went to the RVP. I lost , so I’m looking after the little ones. The mistress spent the afternoon getting ready as the dresser fitted the last tucks to the bodice. My goodness she looked magnificent when she walked down the stairs all the little ones cheered and clapped. Tonight it’s a treat, we’ve ordered 🍕 PIZZA and knickerbocker glory’s such a joy. All too much for a white Lady. TTFN.
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Nov 19
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, a wonderful evening was had by all at the the RVP. The mistress and himself stunned all who met them with there relaxed countenance, early that evening the little ones started to write a present list to Santa. Little C was the most vocal inquiring how Santa arrives on his sled and parks his reindeer on the roof of KP and shimmy’s down the chimney ( she’s now asking to sleep near the fireplace to meet Santa ???? ) all too much for a white Lady,TTFN. 🎄🎄🎄🎅🎅🎅
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Nov 21
NANNY ANON, M and I went to see “ The sound of music “ tonight, we both love the film. We spent the day with the little ones and C had somehow got hold of one of the mistresses cameras 📸 and was ( would you believe it) taking photos of M G boss baby and me. I asked her to give me the camera as it was mummies and all I got was , NO !! later I saw the snaps she took and was surprised. I returned the camera to the mistress who looked amused. Little C been watching mummy. TTFN. 📸📸📸
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Nov 22
NANNY ANON, haddow darlig 😷🤧🤧 I dink I got vlue, my node I’d all blogged up , god a rodden hed and snoddy node. The lidda wonds is so fuddy, lidda C broughd be up bregvast od a tray. Bledd, da midredd called he dogta ad he gave be sum pawasetamol , M Id doig grate. Ib dink I’ll ged sub shudii , ord doo buch for a wide Lady, DDFN.
Ohhhh flu has hit KP! Hope you have a quick recovery 😔❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Nov 23
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, still a bid bunggd up, but I’m sure I’ll be ok within the week, M and I are looking after little G and boss baby today,the mistress has gone to a shopping mall outside London with little C for Christmas shopping. Things are hotting up for the holidays and this weekend they bring the Christmas 🎄. Then we can have real fun dressing it. Back to wee boss baby 👶. TTFN.
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Dec 3
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, M&I very exited,tonight is the school nativity play and the mistress and himself has invited us. G is a wise king and little C is an “angel on high” …… M wickedly suggested boss baby could be baby Jesus 😱😱, But I don’t think the school is ready just yet. Little C has to say “and behold ‘ the three wise Kings” can’t wait, it’s going to be a hoot!! We all helped to make the costumes , G wore his this evening and looked very regal ( prophetic), and little C with wings.
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Dec 7
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, is the mistress pregnant ‘ all I can say is little Lottie wants a pony for Christmas and himself has quite rightly affirmed that she’s much to young. I think in a couple of years great auntie Anne would be the first to help her into the saddle. We’re all looking forward to the forthcoming banquet ( I wonder if the mistress will wear the emeralds)’ enough gossip, all too much for a white Lady, TTFN.
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Dec 8
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, Lottie has just returned from a visit to the “stables” at the royal mews. (Enough said) , himself has retired to the lounge after breakfast 🥞, pancakes and crispy bacon 🥓 with maple syrup to laugh at the Sunday tabloids. The mistress is having a “late morning” so M and myself are busy with boss and George who is finishing his homework 📚. Another Sunday joy. TTFN.
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Dec 10
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, it’s manic at KP , in a good way !! the mistress is becoming enthusiastically involved in her tennis lessons, ( several professional players lining up to coach her) my lips are sealed, Little Lottie is on a mission … it’s a day long mantra from the darling girl , anyone who she thinks will have sway with W&K is propositioned about the “pony”. I think some of her older school chums ride out. I bet Gan Gan soon enters the equation. All too much for a white Lady. TTFN.
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Dec 11
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, busy this morning ,decision to choose what C&G will wear for the Christmas walk to the service , winter coats and warm socks are the key. It’s going to be a joy seeing them for the first time at the Sandringham service with W&K. M and I are going home for Christmas M has invited me to Spain with her family, wonderful and the food darlings, I’m in for a real treat. Little Lottie will certainly have a pony ride for Christmas I’m sure, Such joy!! TTFN.
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Dec 13
NANNY ANON, hello darlings , we have cancelled our holiday In Spain 🇪🇸, duty calls darlings, we had a chat with the mistress and himself last night and decided we’re going to accompany the family for Christmas, it’s our love for the children and to help the mistress, a joy really. Also the BP PR are briefing the DOD of C about forthcoming commitments. On a lighter note, tonight’s Blog night 😂😂😂 skippy,pg,and troll the colonial Banshee. All too much for a white Lady. TTFN.
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Dec 16
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, Little Charlotte is Bewildered as to why there are no unicorn pony’s. The answer Zara gave was Unicorns are different , pony’s are special, clever Zara!! Lottie is full of questions, ( that age) it’s a daily challenge of wits. Last night was blog night, such fun ,all the usual suspects, where is @printskylie ? Never miss pg and her interpretations, so clever , the mistress loves skippy and Hunnymae , duty calls!, all too much for a white Lady, TTFN.
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Dec 16
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, O’thank you all so for your messages, the unicorn presents 🎁 look fab. I’ll pass on your message, but I’m sure the the mistress has all information directed to her MPC. ( amazing device). W&K are both very high Tech. My life is full of love and joy, I’ve got Lottie a picture edition of “ The night before Christmas”
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Dec 17
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, the children all sat watching TV, and watching mummy and daddy make cup cakes and roulades. EPIC . The kitchen is now centre of the universe, Lottie and George M and I making cup cakes and roly poly Christmas chocolate logs. Lots of mess and icing sugar. 👦🏼👧👶🧁🍰🍪🎂🍩 it’s boss baby, “ Mary Mary” Christmas 🎄 we are blessed, TTFN
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Dec 18
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, himself is taking C&G ice skating this afternoon, I think this is another diversion from pony’s. It’s a dismal afternoon,raining in London so I think the little ones will enjoy the outing , the mistress is off to play a few sets of tennis with her coach. M and I are going to check online for some new clothes for boss baby, he seems to grow by the day!! This is a busy time leading up to a family Christmas, I think it’s Sandringham this year but arrangements are
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Dec 29
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, such a busy Christmas, the little ones were so exited with presents and gifts from the public. The mistress had a clearinghouse Of presents 🎁. A large amount of them go to local hospitals. Believe me they are talking thousands!! There’s a pink Flamingo in Little Lotties bedroom though.M and I are going to have a wee holiday over the new year, it’s been a wonderful Christmas. All too much for a white Lady,TTFN. ( sorry for no posts) been V. busy with the little ones.
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Dec 31
NANNY ANON, hello darlings, M&I and a bottle of celebrity plonk, our night off so it’s on with a movie,feet up and relax. All the i are crossed and the Ts are dotted , o dear the drink 🥤 has taken effect ………… we both wish shoo a happy new year and prosperoush , prosperoust, positives, O you get it , we never normally celibate like this , o dear, all too much for a white Lady ,TTFN. 🍹🍷🍾🍸🥂……………☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️☕️
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A Gintama episode a day keeps the ending away…Episode 118
Episode Title: Even If Your Back Is Bent, Go Straight Forward
MY 13 FAVORITE MOMENTS IN EPISODE 118 (manga chaps 180, 181 and 182):
1) Ok in the manga they thought Pachi-kun was Takasugi’s kid, which was funnier, but I still appreciated the Takasugi mention by Zura.
2) I just loved that Shinpachi was able to see their handsome samurai souls for that brief second.
3) The slowest chase in the universe.
4) Ok, my question was, do old men give each massages when they’re on picnics? Asking for a friend.
5) Their speed shuffling has me loling and in tears every single time.
6) I feel the same way as Gin-chan every time I have to climb any damn stairs.
7) These two old farts doing something helpful.
8) Granny Kagura-chan was seriously one of the cutest thing I’ve ever seen. Her granny voice was too precious for words!
9) Granny Kyuu-chan was uber cute too!
10) I just really loved everything and every moment about granny Kagura and Kyuubei.
11) Kagura punching Madao for really no good reason made me guffaw.
12) Of course I will ALWAYS love my Shinsengumi boys randomly showing up in an episode that really had nothing to do with them. Drunk Kondou was funny too.
13) She really got a much happier ending than she really deserved. Kinda couldn’t figure out the timing cuz it seemed like she had that noodle shop for a while when Kondou and Hijikata visited and also how it’s going to work out between her and Urashima cuz she’s like a granny now and he looks like he hasn’t aged since he was put into cryofreeze, but I guess those details don’t really matter since at the end of the day, this was just a summer special arc that was mostly a fairy tale.
SHIPS TALLY:
Urashima x Otohime: I mean, I guess they could just pick up where they left off, despite the age difference now. It’d be like a May and deep December romance? Then again, at least this is a relationship actually built on love instead of what Matsudaira and Ane have going on.
Kondou x Otae: poor Kondou, I wonder how many times he’s cried over Tae-chan at a restaurant. (but damn was it me or did Hijikata look especially handsome?)
Kyuubei x Otae: honestly I’m just counting them cuz they were standing next to each other. Then again, I think Kyuu-chan probably always makes sure to stand next to Tae-chan whenever she’s around so it’s applicable.
Gintoki x Zura: the butt talk gave me dirty thoughts.
Disclaimer: Gintama is not only about shipping. Gintama is hilarious, clever, exciting, poignant, heart-breaking, loving, brilliant, and just completely unbelievably amazing. It is only due to Sorachi-sama’s immense generosity that I am able enjoy Gintama on an extra another level, the shippy level, and I am forever grateful for that. GINTAMA IS LIFE AND LOVE.
4/28/2019
#Gintama#Gintama anime episode 118#Ryugujo Arc#Yorozuya#Katsura Zura#Hasegawa#Kyuubei#Otae#Kondou#Hijikata#Otohime#Urashima#Urashima x Otohime#KonTae#KyuuTae#GinZura#Life and Love#THANK YOU Sorachi-sama
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SnK Chapter 111 Poll Results
RATE THE CHAPTER 1,677 Responses
While still a highly rated chapter, satisfaction was down slightly over last month (4.33 for 111; 4.49 for 110). Many people expressed surprise that Isayama was able to pull off such an emotional chapter despite the predictable setup. Now that the Braus dinner has reached its conclusion, most are eager to get back to the main cast.
I loved the mood whiplash Isayama was doing. A happy moment already ruined by a tragic one that escalated higher. The main course was supposed to be delicious, but everything the Blouses and the SC tasted was treason and deception. Pure evil.
Glad to see further development for the characters of Falco & Gabi as well as the beginnings of preparation for war against Marley. (Albeit very slight) Hopefully in the next chapter we will get to see what the warriors & Marley have been up to while this revolution has been happening.
Good chapter, nice way to start a volume
I get why this chapter needed to happen, but I feel there were ways to advance these plot threads without killing the momentum we had last chapter.
I'm glad the Blouses are teaching Gabi that war is bad. Now let's get back to the damn war! Also, is Historia ok?! She wasn't looking good last we saw her, and now the Yaegerists are targeting her, and I'm worried.
not enough floch and no funeral/memorial for zackly and shitmachine, disappointed :'( good chapter though
I would like to file a petition for Isayama to stop repeatedly stabbing the already open wound he caused in to my chest pls?
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF THE CHAPTER? 1,678 Responses
With so many options it was difficult to choose but “Wine Mystery Revealed” edged out “All of the Above” with almost 20% of respondents. “Mr. Braus’ speech” and “Mikasa, savior of children” also had strong showings.
I honestly wanted to choose more than one which was Mikasa protecting Gabi, Mr Braus's speech and Gabi asking if they didn't hate her but I can't pick more because of the question type so ;-;
Favorite moment? Nicolo christening the Falbi ship. Yeah.
Mikasa saving Gabi was an incredible scene!
The way Nicolo insulted Jean to protect him was so cute, but if I were Jean I'd feel offended too lol.
Jean's new hair is awesome :D
OMG MIKASA IS PERFECT. MARRY ME!
Sasha eating pizza was sooo cute and i don't know if my heart can take it anymore because all this cuteness turns into angst because of what happened to her :(
PAPA BRAUS, BEST DAD IN SNK, OR BEST DAD OF ALL TIME? 1,673 Responses
On a scale of 1 out of 10, Mr. Braus scores an 8.6. Although we haven’t asked you guys to rate other dads in the SnK universe, we’re confident he takes the number one spot of best father, and probably best parent as well.
Mr. Braus is the best parent in this entire universe (not that the bar was set very high, but still). I nearly cried during his speech.
Mr Braus showing this act of compassion - an act of letting go of revenge to stop the cycle of hatred and oppression is probably the most valuable experience Gabi could've learnt from (more valuable than any words spoken to her).
Step aside Eren, papa and mama Braus are the real Humanity's Last Hope! Their kindness and empathy are the only things that can stop the cycle of violence that this series is depicting on the most intimate and personal level. My appreciation for Sasha as well has grown exponentially through Nicolo, Kaya and the Braus parents.
Mr. Braus is like the only person in all that fucked up world that actually understands the root of the problem. Keeping people "into the forest" in a perpetual fight for survival between "preys and predators". I do believe that his words are everything we need to understand the moral of the story and may be hinting to what Eren and Zeke are trying to achieve (though from extremely different mindsets).
Sasha's dad's speech is so touching. Almost gave me hope that the series will end in a good way--people will find a way to deal with this unforgiving forest that is our world.
With all the allusions to World War II and the Holocaust, Mr. Braus' speech might have been the single most realistic depiction of the entire series. There are echoes of Oskar Schindler here. This is the same compassion that some Germans showed when hiding Jews in their basements, barns, etc. and saved lives. I was absolutely floored by this chapter, especially because my grandparents were Holocaust survivors themselves.
AFTER SEEING GABI'S EMOTIONAL RESPONSE TO THE BRAUS FAMILY'S GRIEF, HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT HER? 1,668 Responses
Believe it or not, but compared to previous polls it seems more and more people are warming up to Gabi (or at least don’t hate her as much as they used to). 46.4% are glad she finally got some character development. Nearly 30% of the fandom are starting to like her or have always loved her. However, 17.9% of all respondents would rather not deal with Gabi at all.
Between warming up and loving her
Always loved her. Just keep loving her more and more. It was NEVER her fault.
Doesn’t put me up nor down
Feed her to titan falco
Finally some character development, but I still don't like her. She just grates on my nerves.
Gabi's scenes this chapter gives me hope for the story's message. Gabi's heartfelt question juxtaposed with Kaya's instant reversal was the most powerful scene in the recent chapters.
Great character development, but sorry she'll remain the one whom I hated.
I can't decide I just need a bit more time
I have always felt the hatred towards Gabi was unjustified so i'm glad that people are starting to like her character more
In that "Do you really not hate me?" there is everything Gabi is and represents as a character. Can't wait to see how she will further develop now.
This shows that regardless of the environment she has been raised in, Gabi is still just a confused child and a human being with feelings. I approve.
My hopes for her are very very low, but it's nice finally seeing a human and not radical, violent, aggressive reaction for once. hopefully she'll start seeing walldians as repressed ppl like the ghetto dudes
WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE TERM “YEAGERIST”? 1,676 Responses
The fan translation gave us “The Jaeger Faction” which over half of respondents preferred over Kodansha’s official translation of “Yeagerists.” 14% like the term, while 10% are not fans of it.
"Yeagerist" sounds like a name of some crazy group of fan girls. I prefer "Jaeger Faction" - sounds more serious.
I hope to become a member. better because it could mean both yeagers, not just eren
Could've come up with something better.
I like the name, and hereby identify as a Yeagerist.
The abs empire
It's more respectful than "Idiots" I guess
Silly as fuck and hilarious. Jaeger Faction is superior.
I chuckled. It’s fine.
I like the term! It sounds perfect for an extremist faction!
The name doesn't matter. It just had to be called a sect, so it's fine.
DO YOU THINK ANY OF THE SOLDIERS AWARE OF ZEKE’S AND/OR HISTORIA’S LOCATION COULD BE A “YEAGERIST?” 1,672 Responses
63% of respondents suspect that at least one of the 30+ soldiers aware of Zeke and/or Historia’s location are loyal to the Yeager brothers. 28% aren’t sure, and a small percentage are certain that these soldiers are all to be trusted.
LET’S TALK ABOUT COMMANDER PIXIS SURRENDERING TO EREN. WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING DO YOU MOST AGREE WITH? 1,672 Responses
Very few of us took Pixis’ word at face value. 47.3% believe he was at least partially putting on a show. 41.6% have no idea, but trust him regardless.
I don't know how this negotiation is going to work but I'm glad someone finally has some plan which doesn't involve fighting or doing nothing. I think he's a wise man and he knows what he's doing. I'm going he's in charge now.
Pixis is smart and has a strategy that aims to save lives. Momentary surrender is a necessary step to take back control of the situation as a whole. That's called leadership.
Loved it, he’s playing chess. Sacrificing his bishop for another move
Why has Pixis become my hero these past two chapters? He is smart and brave enough to not only recognise the military's mistakes, but also humble and determined enough to take corrective steps to bring the lost sheep back into the flock for the higher, long-term good. I love how there's one adult in the room who is above petty bickering and suspicion at a critical moment like this. Pixis is an Erwin-level class act and I'm so grateful we still have a character like that in the series ;--; (RIP Erwin)
He trusts Hange enough to let her lead the secret mission of screwing the Jaegers' plans, and he will do something important in the right moment. Of course, he can't say it directly because there are still traitors that want to put bombs here and there.
Pixis has no idea what he's doing, dawg, he just wants to get vored by a pretty lady and this is harshing his buzz
HE'S A YEAGERIST...
WHO MASTERMINDED THE SPIKED WINE PLOT? 1,657 Responses
At 71.8%, the overwhelming consensus is that Zeke masterminded the spiked wine. 9.4% gave Yelena the credit, and 8% attributed it to the Yaegerists.
Onyankopon seemed real suspicious with Nicolo this chap…
Zeke masterminded it, but he's too slippery to ever take responsibility for it. Yelena would probably go to the ends of the earth to claim it was her plan.
Both Jaegerists and Volunteers
Probably Gordon Ramsey, who's mad that his potential customer Sasha was ripped away from him.
I think it was Zeke's plan but Eren doesn't know about it, or the bomb. I think Zeke has more interests than meets the eye and will betray Eren.
DO YOU THINK EREN IS AWARE OF THE SPIKED WINE? 1,667 Responses
With a relatively close split, nearly 40% believe that Eren isn’t aware of the spiked wine. 32% don’t want to say either way, and 27% are certain he’s in on it.
I think Eren has been shown too evil to be true, i really think that in reality he has a plan that for some reason he couldn't share with his friends, and he is trying to save as many people as possible.
EXPLAIN WHAT EREN'S UP TO ALREADY
I never trusted Zeke for one second and I’m glad ta starting to pay off. I do still believe Eren isn’t really working with Zeke as closely as Military believes.He doesn’t want any of his loved ones to turn into Titans and I’m certain the hidden spinal fluid is Zeke’s intent because I believe nothing the disciples are doing is without his knowledge.
WHY DO YOU THINK THE WINE WAS SPIKED WITH ZEKE’S SPINAL FLUID? 1,648 Responses
58% of respondents believe that the wine is spiked as an insurance for Zeke in case Paradis turns on him. 18% believe it’s a way to hold leverage over Eren specifically, and 14% feel that the intent is to have pure titans available in case Paradis is attacked.
A way to easily get rid of pesky opposition
I’m not quite sure but none of these strike me as correct.
There are so many possibilities here: i mostly believe it’s some kind of insurance in case eren or paradis go against him, but there’s also the possibility that zeke was never actually on the eldian’s side in the first place
He will use it when he wants to eliminate Paradise if Eren refuses his true plan
Bargaining tool to gain control over everyone, like a threat/hostage
I'm hesitating between it being a conspiracy, and Zeke trying to do a coup d'état, by replacing all the higher up by people he somewhat trusts
I’m not so sure it’s just insurance... I think zeke might just be straight up planning on turning the higher ups into titans either way. I think he ultimately is not allied with Paradis and wants to be able to overthrow their military command structure at the drop of a hat.
It's Zeke's trump card and bargaining chip all rolled into one
Since they only used the wine on the military police members, it could be a protection toward Historia
I knew Zeke was going to stab them in the back, I was just wrong about how.
WHO DO YOU THINK DRANK THE SPIKED WINE? 1,655 Responses
36.3% believe the wine was limited to high ranking MPs. 63.7% of us worry that the wine has reached beyond that narrow scope.
A FUCKTON OF PEOPLE
Anyone in the high ranks of each branch, and possibly the entire MP (since their overall living environment is much fancier than the other two branches, they probably were also served by Marleyans)
I think just the MPs, but dear god I hope Nile didn't drink it. He was the only one from his training days' friends group that made it it out of the depressive cycle of violence and managed to have a family. He deserves better. Marie deserves better.
Wouldn't be surprised if Jean starts racing for the alcohol rack again after this chapter. Everyone is mentally and emotionally exhausted already and the storm hasn't even began. Time to get some wine fellas.
PLEASE NOT HANGE AND DOUBLE PLEASE NOT FALCO
WHAT IS YOUR THEORY REGARDING FALCO’S FUTURE? 1,654 Responses
Nearly ⅔ of all respondents think Reiner will pass on the Armored Titan to Falco. Another 11.5% think he will turn into a mindless titan, and not gain any shifter powers. The least popular choice was Porco or Pieck giving their powers to Falco. We also received quite a few write-ins:
He is going to die at the venerable age of 128 surrounded by friends and family
He will become the next Beast Titan
He won't transform at all and continue living the source of all pureness (fingers-crossed)
he will become flying titan
I love the fact that Falco in a way has already managed to fulfill his mission. He wanted to save Gabi from the horrors of becoming a Titan - and he just did that. By pushing her out of the way of the wine, he shortened his own lifespan, but managed to save her from dying a potentially early death.
He's going to have to save Gabi at least 2 or 3 more times.
It's going to be tragic and I'm very sad already!! He'll either end up as mindless titan killing people or he'll inherit Reiner's titan, meaning he'll be the one who kills him and inherit his memories. And of course his life will be shortened!! Either way I hate it!! He doesn't deserve any of that!!
SAVE BEST BOY
WHY DID NICOLO CONFESS AT THE END? 1,664 Responses
With a fairly even 3 way split, slightly more people felt that Nicolo confessed because of his friendship with the SL. Following that at 26.6% and 26.4%, Nicolo may have confessed because he was already caught red-handed, and that Mr. Braus’ speech moved him to come clean.
!All of the above!
He knew that it was almost time for Zeke’s plan to go in full swing, so he told them after it became too late.
Honestly, for me it's a toss. He was very emotional in this entire chapter, and he let it get the better of him. Why he confessed is beyond me. Maybe it has something to do with him wanting to seek vengeance against the Yeagers and Marley for both indirectly contributing to Sasha's death?
He felt guilty because Falco is innocent and he regrets that he took the hit and had wine in his mouth as a result (but he doesn't regret attacking Gabi)
It was probably quite a big burden of knowledge to carry. I imagine it was all those things at once.
He broke down under the enormous emotional pressure, as simple as that.
He participated in serving the spiked wine, maybe willingly at first. But at some point, maybe because of his relationship with sasha, he become uncomfortable and was compelled by the volunteers to continue against his will. After his arc, he know he's going to be arrested, and just confesses to unburden himself.
He felt guilty about using the spinal fluid on Falco at all - he was trying to use a normal wine bottle
HOW DO YOU VIEW NICOLO AND SASHA'S RELATIONSHIP? 1,666 Responses
Wow. Two thirds of the fandom believe Nicolo and Sasha were a couple. 23.3% believe it was a one-sided love affair, or as one comment put it, “Friendzone with food benefits. ”
I HOPE they were dating but the chapter made it to where there’s not really solid evidence that they were…
Nicolo loved Sasha in the conventional way. Sasha loved Nicolo the only way she could, alimentarily.
I'm a huge Springles shipper, so I'm kinda of sad about the whole thing with Nikolo, to be honest. Springles is really what helped me through a lot of dark times, so the fact that Nikolo and Sasha may have been dating really kind of hurts XD
The way Nicolo confessed his feelings toward Sasha in front of everyone especially Sasha's parents made me emotional.
I want to care about her “relationship” with Nikolo because I like the Romeo and Juliet setup but it also got zero development so.......how am I supposed to believe Nikolo was THAT upset about her when I never really saw them together in the first place?
If it turns out they really were together, I won't have a problem with it. But until Isayama confirms it in a more direct manner, I don't buy any notion of romantic relationship in Attack On Titan, especially with someone like Sasha, who seems to only be interested in food.
Sasha was a food-digger
SOME HAVE SUGGESTED THAT ONYANKOPON IS NOT TO BE TRUSTED AND WAS PERHAPS SENDING A MESSAGE TO NICOLO. WHAT DO YOU THINK? WHOSE SIDE IS ONYANKOPON ON? 1,653 Responses
Nearly half of us are in the dark about where Onyankopon’s loyalty stands, though 31% think that his allegiance lies with his own faction of volunteers.
¡Que lástima! As much as I like him I no longer trust him because of the wine reveal. Compared to everyone else, the look on his face makes me believe he knew exactly what was going on.
Eren, Zeke, Yelena, Floch... Literally everyone is a double agent. Can't we have a single person who is not a traitor?
He's not with Marley and not with Yelena, but does this mean we can 100% trust him i'm not sure
He's in relationship with Kiyomi. Not his fault Kiyomi's hot.
Liar liar paths on fire
I don't believe that he's totally innocent, totally 100% devoted to Paradis and Eldians. But I do believe that Yelena's acting separately from him.
I think Onyankopon probably knows more than he's letting on which is disappointing because I'd like at least one fucking person to not be shady as fuck. It's overkill.
If best boi onyankopon betrays hange I’m rioting
WILD CARD BITCHES!!
KIYOMI WAS PROMINENTLY FEATURED DURING THE WAR COUNCIL. WHAT BEST MATCHES YOUR THOUGHTS ABOUT HER BEING THERE? 1,641 Responses
35.8% of responders think the military knows something is shady about Kiyomi and are trying to set her up, followed by 31.7% think the military made a mistake allowing her to hear their argument. Only 10.2% believe Kiyomi is actually being sincere about her plans and Mikasa.
Her motive is clearly not pure but I think she is (for now) on the right side. At the moment it's a game of maneuver between her, Mikasa, and Paradis.
She's aware of Zeke's spinal fluid plan, as it's extra insurance to insure her access to resources.
Paradisian incompetence continues on full display. To let an outsider in on the unfolding crisis situtation is amateur hour to say the least.
Kiyomi wants to screw everyone over for their money and resources and she's pressing the flesh aggressively
Kiyomi had something to do with Zackley's assassination...
Kiyomi is no threat to Paradis as long as their relationship benefits her and Azumabito. I can see she that if she perceives instability and civil war she will cut her losses and side with Marley / the world. Also Hizuru does not seem to condone what the Azumabito clan is doing. If the pressure is great enough from multiplicative forces, she will budge. I can also see her running back to Marley, figuratively and/or literally, and be basically disposed of as an example or due to sheer brutality. It's an archetype I feel Isayama would use - it's consistent with this arc's themes of political intrigue and moral ambiguity. Yams will definitely still make it his own in some way if this does happen though.
She's a shady Bitch and I wouldn't trust her with my car insurance let alone anything to do with this series.
WILD CARD BITCHES!!
WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON NICOLO’S ATTACK ON GABI AND FALCO? 1,664 Responses
With ⅔ of all votes, most people could understand Nicolo’s anger, but do not condone his actions. A good chunk (28.2%) of people would have rather he’d hit Gabi with the wine bottle instead of Falco. A mere 3% want to see him swinging from a tree for what he did.
It was good but felt a bit forced. Kaya’s reaction was strange and Nicolo was genuinely unhinged. It’s alright to an extent as people tend to do absurd things in terrible situations.
Falco in his hero complex brought himself to trouble. I understand Nikolo.
Gabi is very bratty, stubborn, close minded and rude - she definitely doesn't deserve all love and protection. I was happy to see Nicolo kicking her ass.
I understood and I actually did not care if Gaby dies. I would be glad actually, It would be sad for Falco though.
I can maybe understand the bottle and punch but him treating a 12 year old like a sacrificial lamb was insanity.
It doesnt sit well with me at all tbh but i dont hate him
Nicolo comes from a place where it’s heavily socialised that Eldians are sub human. So while I disagree completely with him hurting children, I can see how he did it so easily.
Nicolo's actions were horrible, yet very human. It's clear he felt something towards Sasha, and he doesn't view Gabi or Falco as children in this scenario--he sees them as soldiers(or warriors), which is why he had no hesitation attacking a child.
HOW DID YOU FEEL ABOUT MIKASA’S DISPLAY OF COMPASSION? 1,661 Responses
Nearly half of respondents were just pleased to see Mikasa get attention on anything that doesn’t involve Eren. 28% were simply just excited. A few agreed it was a good show of Mikasa having room in her heart to spare and a few wished she wouldn’t have interfered.
A great example that she cares for others and hates to see death especially from children. She does not want to let them have the same future as herself.
Loving Mikasa in this arc, it really feels like she's matured in those 4 years.
Extremely important. She's stopping Kaya from "stepping into the forest".
Honestly the most powerful scene in the chapter, along with Papa Braus putting down the knife.
I don't know how to feel. She didn't have the right.
Considering none of Sasha's friends attacked Gabi or Falco on the airship and Mikasa's always been like this I don't see what the big deal is. It could've easily be anyone else imo but I guess it's nice she's getting to do something other than wanting to get to Eren asap. I just wish she was given more to do when I still cared about her. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
I never really liked Mikasa, but I adored this scene. It shows a part of her that we don't often get to see so plainly in my opinion. She prevented a very bad situation from unfurling by being a bit more merciful, even if only for Kaya's sake.
Mikasa used to be one of my favorites. Not anymore. Not after this.
it's nice i decided to not take a drink each time mikasa shows concern for someone other than eren and ppl react by saying "finally! she shows concern for someone other than eren!" i'd be a chronic alcoholic by then.
We don't all have a Mikasa to craddle us in her strong arms so i hope Gabi appreciates this eventually. She seems shook already.
HAS THERE BEEN TOO MUCH ATTENTION ON SASHA’S DEATH? 1,657 Responses
Maybe it’s fate that this pie chart looks like a peace sign since fandom discussion on this topic is surprisingly civil. Very few people resent the attention Sasha has gotten. Only 11.9% are unhappy with it.
I appreciate how Sasha’s death this way is much more impactful than if she died how Isayama had originally planned.
I think there’s so much emphasis on Sasha’s death because 1. she made it so far with the group that they never thought they could lose her and 2. It’s peaceful enough on Paradis that they finally have time to mourn their dead (when before they had to figure out how to get back wall Maria and take out the titans).
I understand why people are frustrated that so much time has been spent on Sasha after her death, but I think there's a difference between spending time on her to mourn her death versus spending time on her death to advance the plot—revealing the wine scheme, yikes Falco+titan juice, Gabi's struggle with her indoctrination, discovering that even an integrated Marleyan like Nicolo isn't actually on Paradis's side. I think no other death in the series had as much potential to move the plot because because before now, the enemy was almost always a titan. A death at the hands of a human—moreover, a pseudo-protagonist and a child—in international warfare has a lot more to unpack in terms of what-happens-next than a death from a monstrous natural disaster.
WILL KODANSHA EVER RELEASE A CHAPTER WITHOUT TYPOS? 1,646 Responses
We were so close to having “No but in red” end with 66.6% of the votes earlier last week! Nonetheless, we are all in agreement that Kodansha’s translations will never improve. Not even for the tankobon.
ChildEREN Of The Sun... maybe Kodansha are sending us a message
WHAT ARE YOU MOST HOPING TO SEE NEXT CHAPTER? 1,665 Responses
With over 50% of the votes each, most of the fandom want so see the Yaegerbros reunite and catch a glimpse of the queen. In third place are the warriors (including their disguises, hopefully). Next on the list is a flashback to Eren’s time in Marley, while more Gabi and Falco ended in fifth place. Only 3 out of 10 people want to watch Monsterbowl.
Abs of anyone but Jeagers.
All of the above, and a pizza too, thanks.
What happened the to EMA conversation?
Historia's baby goes fetus deletus
Hange NOT turning into a titan.
This chapter has made me eager to see how Falco and Gabi would interact with the Warriors now that they are wiser. Also Zeke's plot has really thickened. Also, really appreciate the use of Sasha's death as more than just a GoT-esque stunt.
ANNIEEEEE
Eren and his horde. Zeke and Levi. The Warrior infiltration. Revelations on any other plots/schemes/conspiracies taking place on the island. Historia and her role in all of this. The arc is just beginning, but it's building up to something big. I can't wait for all this to finally blow up! Soon!
How widely the spiked wine was disseminated and drunk.
Floch, naked, in a stream with Eren, also naked, washing his back.
WHERE DO YOU PRIMARILY DISCUSS THE SERIES? 1,600 Responses
Tumblr? Are you ok? We had more Facebook entries than yours.
ADDITIONAL THOUGHTS ON THE CHAPTER?
Attack on Titan universe is 100% worth living in now that we know it has pizza.
Best birthday gift my dream comes true so many feels EEEEEEEEEEEEEEKKKKKKKK
Best boy Jean looked so hurt when Nikolo used a racial slur against him (to save him - you could tell Nikolo didn’t want to call him that) : (
Clean af. And it didn’t even touch the more exciting plot lines: Yeager bros, Annie, Warriors, Historia.
FALCO PLEASE BE OKAY MY BABY
Gabi's actions are revealed, Nicola's actions are revealed, Zeke's potential plans are revealed, Pixis' possible plan is revealed, the Volunteers' plans are slowly unravelling, now we just need to move onto Zeke, Eren, Levi, and Reiner.
Haven't enjoyed a chapter this much in months.
I think this is the first time in more than a year and a half that people are gonna understand what I've been saying about Gabi all along. If people don't change their opinions on her from this chapter they just have their hate blinders on.
Honestly I think it was pretty boring compared to the past like 10 chapters, but also because the bar has been set really high. I'm expecting each chapter to be amazing, when in reality, I should be looking at the overarching story. That's what's amazing.
I thought I would hate this chapter as much as the one where pregnant Historia was revealed but I hate it a little less because Gabi is getting the character arc she deserves. I'm super worried for Falco BBY tho. And Nicolo is a dick.
I thought it was really great in displaying the manga's most important message: Stopping the cycle of hatred. Mr. Braus had all the reason to direct his hatred towards Gabi, but realised the world is cruel. It's eat or be eaten, just like in the forest. Gabi was a victim of propaganda and was indoctrinated into her beliefs.
I was initially disappointed this chapter didn't stick/continue with the chaos of last chapter, but was surprised at how much I enjoyed it.
It was a great chapter! However, if it had at least one panel of Eren, it would have been even better. I cannot wait for more!
Last Christmas chapter was crazy, here's hoping the next one will be as well! As for this chapter, I enjoyed it as usual but was a little frustrated that we still didn't get more information about Historia. I mean, her last real apperance was back in July! I really hope we'll get to see her before the new year but I've got a feeling we may not. Also Annie. Please let 2019 be our lucky year, she's been gone long enough…
NicoSasha is so cute...!!! I'm glad to finally see the most anticipated scene. Mr. Braus's speech was really emotional. Never felt so much better after reading a chapter. But felt bad for Falco. He doesn't deserve this.
Not a huge fan of how melodramatic the nicolo part was (I understand why he snapped, but no mater how angry/upset he was would someone in that situation jump straight to murder? Really?) but overall I enjoyed the chapter. Now I’m just eager to see what happens when eren shows up to the zevi picnic!
oh Nic, the things you do for love. Sasha -saved- 2 people now, Kaya from the 2m titan and Nicole from the hatred the war caused. I really, really miss her
Really really emotional and fantastic chapter..... I'm sort of sad at the discourse that this has sparked in the fandom, but that's nothing new honestly. If anything, it's a sign of fantastic writing that everyone always has such strong opinions in any direction. At this point I would be concerned if a chapter DIDN'T spark such strong opinons and controversy. I am moved by the amount of human compasion showed in every single corner of every single faction, and shocked by how attached I am to every sect. I'm nervous for the future but ready to start seeing some outcomes.
The character development in this series is absolutely incredible. Its way beyond the simple gorey/edgy battle shonen reputation that it received way back from season 1. The themes, the characters, the plot, the attention to detail have evolved so much that this series truly is one of my favorites of all time. Its reached the complexity and "realness" of Monster for me. This was one of the best chapters to date, I loved it!!
Yeah, I loved Sasha but I'm salty she gets so much focus after her death considering she wasn't that important in the overall story. Meanwhile Erwin got nothing despite the fact 90% of the events of the story would have happened very differently or not at all if he hadn't been there (no Levi in the SC, Eren shipped off to the MP, no Uprising... etc.). I get she's the catalyst to Gabi's characater development but... wait, why does Gabi gets more screen time than most MCs in this story anyway? That's how many chapters with the main focus on her? Is she a MC now? Isayama changes MCs like he changes his undies I swear.
Nicolo was tempting the Braus family with a violent solution that promised quick satisfaction, while Kaya just lost her cool long enough to go with what had been offered to her on a silver platter. However, in return, the sight of the Braus parents and Kaya's raw sadness in the aftermath of the confrontation and what he almost made Kaya do returned Nicolo back to his own senses as well. They are all such wholesome characters despite the moments of weakness.
Gabi’s character arc seems very predictable, which is not a bad thing really, but i kinda want it to be done so that the story moved on to more interesting things and characters
I want to know what the warriors are doing. No one strong enough is watching over Annie right now so Pieck, Reiner and Porko might try to get her back in the next chapter.
I would have killed for just one panel of Historia or Eren.
Isayama handled the gabi-sasha-nicolo plot line well.
More questions , less answers ... every time Isayama does his thing.
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1: What would you name your future daughter? I’m not sure yet. Something uncommon for sure though
2: Do you miss anyone? My parents/brothers/neice/nephew. They all live in another state
3: What if I told you that you were pretty? Meh, I suppose so
4: Ever been told “it’s not you, it’s me”? Actually have not
5: What are you looking forward to in the next week? Driving by our lot to see what progress has been made on our house being built - still early stages though. My husband and I are also finally having some time to ourselves and going to WWE NXT next Friday the 18th! Then the Sarasota Ren Fest on the 19th
6: Did you go out or stay in last night? Stayed in, it was a Wednesday and Hurricane Nicole was coming through, although thankfully it didn’t effect us (not like Hurricane Ian - that really sucked!!)
7: How late did you stay up last night? About midnight. Due to the storm, my work allowed us to work from home today so I stayed up later because got to sleep in this morning
8: Honestly, has anyone seen you in your underwear in the past 3 months? My husband
9: What were you doing at 12:30 this afternoon? Working :/
10: Have you ever told somebody you loved them and not actually meant it? I meant it at the time but knowing what I know now about love - I thought it was love
11: Could you go for the rest of your life without drinking alcohol? Yeah but I’d rather not. I like having the occasional drink
12: Have you pretended to like someone? I suppose but not to be mean or anything. Just like..tolerating someone due to having to work with them on a project or at work - if that makes sense.
13: Could you go the rest of your life without smoking a cigarette? Very easily
14: Is there one person in your life that can always make you smile? My Husband
15: Is it hard for you to get over someone? Yeah, but that was a long time ago.
16: Think back five months ago, were you single? No, haven’t been single in 12 years.
17: Have you ever cried from being so mad? Of course
18: Hold hands with anyone this week? Yes :)
19: Did your last kiss take place in/on a bed? No, my husband was in the room I’m working in and came in to talk to me. I gave him a kiss before he went back into the office (he also works from home)
20: Who did you last see in person? My husband like 15 min ago
21: What is the last thing you said out lot? “love you!” as he left the room
22: Have you kissed three or more people in one night? No
23: Have you ever been to Paris? Nope
24: Are you good at hiding your feelings? Not at all ><
25: Do you use chap stick? Carmex sometimes but not usually.
26: Who did you last share a bed with? My husband
27: Are you listening to music right now? Well yes. lol I’m watching Ally McBeal and one of the characters is singing “Annie” at the bar they typically go to.
28: What is something you currently want right now? To be done with work - only 15 min left.
29: Were your last three kisses from the same person? Yes
30: How is your heart lately? Very healthy :)
31: Do you wear the hood on your hoodie? Lately I do, my ears get cold lol
32: When was the last time a member of the opposite sex hugged you? About 15 min ago.
33: What do people call you? Just my name, Kristin. My husband has little nicknames for me though
34: Have you ever wanted to tell someone something but didn’t? Oh yes, but nothing recently.
35: Are there any stressful situations in your life? Work can get really stressful but the most stressful thing in my life right now is living with my in-laws >< cannot wait for our house to finally be finished!
36: What are you listening to right now? I’m watching Ally McBeal as I’m typing this out.
37: What is wrong with you right now? Nothing really. Well I’m just getting over being sick last week - my nose is still stuffy and my head feels like its stuffed with wool. Although that is going away more each day.
38: Love really is a beautiful thing huh? Yes, it really is. When you find it with the right person at least.
39: Do you make wishes at 11:11? Yes, I do but ONLY when I happen to catch it. I don’t specifically look for it, if that makes sense. I caught it today and made a wish :)
40: What is on your wrists right now? I have a hairband on my left wrist
41: Are you single/taken/heartbroken/confused/waiting for the unexpected? Very happily taken
42: Where did you get the shirt/sweatshirt you’re wearing? Its a Pokemon Fest shirt from like 2019? Our friends were able to go to it (I believe it was in Chicago that year?) and they bought me a shirt from it.
43: Have you ever regretted kissing someone? Ohh yes.
44: Have you hugged someone within the last week? Yes
45: Have you kissed anyone in the last five days? I kiss my husband every day (well, not when I was sick last week)
46: What were you doing at midnight last night? Reading Book 14 of Wheel of Time for a little bit before getting ready for bed.
47: Do you miss the way things were six months ago? Not really? Nothing specific happened in my life 6 months ago.
48: Would you rather sleep with someone else or alone? With my husband
49: Have you ever been to New York? No, but I would like to one day
50: Think of the last person who said I love you, do you think they meant it? He better have!
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@cornishjosh okay! 50 questions! i accept your challenge!! ^^ ta muchly for asking!
under a read more cs this is fuckin long now
1: What would you name your future daughter?
i mean , ideally i wouldn’t? uhh i mean i wouldn’t have any kids tbh. especially especially not like, biological. i’m not terribly kiddy - i don’t mind kids, have nothing against them obvs, i love all my cousins - but i’m also usually very glad when i can return them to their parents! uhhh but to answer the actual question, i’d probably fight the urge to give them a pretty family name like Thirza or smth, and give them like some unisex kinda name. like, if they would turn out trans or nb or whathaveyou, then they probably wouldn’t have to deal with quite so much “ohh it’s such a lovely name, it suits you, why would you ever change it???” like i did. and, if they wanted a different name anyway, decided that, then we could always change it anyway, no worries. and then i’d name a pet thirza, haha! like, i was very nearly tallulah lettuce, but mum thankfully decided against that (gave me a similarly flowery name, tho, pfft), and called the cat lulu instead! anyway
2: Do you miss anyone?
yeah, i want it to be summer already so i can visit my mum - and maybe my visit would uhhh coincide with my youngest brother’s, that would be very good
3: What if I told you that you were pretty?
ahhh, no thank you. i mean, thanks, i guess? but that is also like. not a word i would like associated with myself, really.
4: Ever been told “it’s not you, it’s me”?
no? i haven’t been in uh many relationships or owt, and tbph it’s been quite the other way around. i’m uh, not good,, at relationship things? in any way? so like
5: What are you looking forward to in the next week?
ahhm... the week from now, or mon-sun? so first, my friend’s birthday is on thissaturday, it’ll be good to see them! aaaand, tbh, i’ll get my student loan in the week, that’ll be Very good also. hmm, what else is happening that’s good, idk. uni starts again but that’s not anything to look forward to tbh at all. next sunday i’m going to my aunt’s for the day, that’s always good!
6: Did you go out or stay in last night?
pfft, i barely ever go out haha - i stayed in!
7: How late did you stay up last night?
oh, idk? i think past 2am tho
8: Honestly, has anyone seen you in your underwear in the past 3 months?
nah
9: What were you doing at 12:30 this afternoon?
i was at work! i think i was restocking book shelves at that time?
10: Have you ever told somebody you loved them and not actually meant it?
no
11: Could you go for the rest of your life without drinking alcohol?
jesus fuck yeah i could, i’m never drinking again if i’ve my way - i haven’t drunk at all since i was 18
12: Have you pretended to like someone?
uh, yeah. like, being at school like, i don’t understand wtf you’re on about here, but yeah sure? i also like that guy? is that what i’m sposed to say now? in terms of just standard interpersonal stuff, i’m verrry bad at pretending i like someone i don’t
13: Could you go the rest of your life without smoking a cigarette?
yeah
14: Is there one person in your life that can always make you smile?
yeah, there’s a few!
15: Is it hard for you to get over someone?
um, i guess so? idk what to measure my emotions against y’know
16: Think back five months ago, were you single?
yeah
17: Have you ever cried from being so mad?
yeah
18: Hold hands with anyone this week?
nah
19: Did your last kiss take place in/on a bed?
how do you count? the last person who kissed me was like, in the street? i wasn’t expecting it because i didn’t know he meant us going to chat as like a date, and nor did i want it as a date, so that like, wrecked my head for the week following and i was. not a happy bunny. but the last person i kissed, i was mildly drunk and it was 6 years ago but i’m 95% sure it was on a couch in a barn
20: Who did you last see in person?
beth! apart from like, the astronomical amount of people there was at the train station coming home cs of the races are today
21: What is the last thing you said out loud?
not sure, possibly “be’ ‘dy fi’n dod ‘da hyna?”, very badly grammared “what did i do with that?” in welsh
22: Have you kissed three or more people in one night?
nope
23: Have you ever been to Paris?
nah. been to france a lot tho! my parents live there!
24: Are you good at hiding your feelings?
ahh idk? i think i can be bad at showing them, a lot? and sometimes my face does like, the wrong thing, so people think i’m feeling annoyed when i’m just confused, or sad when i’m thinking or smth. but i don’t think i’m good really at hiding them either
25: Do you use chap stick?
nah. ought to tho, i chew my lips to pieces haha
26: Who did you last share a bed with?
idk?
27: Are you listening to music right now?
nah. i was listening to masterchef as i typed but that went off a while ago and i haven’t bothered
28: What is something you currently want right now?
uhm... motivation and/or a creme egg’d be pretty good right ohh actually, i have a mars bar, that’ll definitely do us
29: Were your last three kisses from the same person?
nope
30: How is your heart lately?
emotionally or like physically? emotionally, ehh i am tired, physically, i mean there’s been no issues i reckon i’m alright
31: Do you wear the hood on your hoodie?
nah not usually
32: When was the last time a member of the opposite sex hugged you?
uhh... kinda today? or last sunday, depending on how you’re counting ‘opposite’ here.
33: What do people call you?
i mean, ideally my name?
34: Have you ever wanted to tell someone something but didn’t?
yeah
35: Are there any stressful situations in your life?
pfft haha. yes.
i am. very tired. and university is not at all fun.
36: What are you listening to right now?
i’m not? i guess the noise my laptop’s fan makes, but thankfully not anything else at the mo
37: What is wrong with you right now?
pfft
38: Love really is a beautiful thing huh?
yeah sure
39: Do you make wishes at 11:11?
??? no?
40: What is on your wrists right now?
a rainbow safety pin bracelet i made, a piece of string, a ratty old bracelet i need to get rid of really, and a thick band of a leather bracelet i found again the other week
also, i guess, several pinprick scars from being in hospital as a baby, and that time a monkey scratched my arm in thailand
41: Are you single/taken/heartbroken/confused/waiting for the unexpected?
ahhhm. i’m certainly single, and just generally confused like half the time haha
42: Where did you get the shirt/sweatshirt you’re wearing?
ah well i don’t for once have a shirt on, tbqh, but the one i was wearing is from topman , if i remember correctly
43: Have you ever regretted kissing someone?
yeah?
44: Have you hugged someone within the last week?
yeah
45: Have you kissed anyone in the last five days?
nope
46: What were you doing at midnight last night?
uhh idk? watching tv and ignoring all my responsibilities, probably
47: Do you miss the way things were six months ago?
what even was six months ago? beginning/mid november, yes? nahhh i don’t miss that at all
48: Would you rather sleep with someone else or alone?
well. alone i think
49: Have you ever been to New York?
nah. would like to tho, i guess?
50: Think of the last person who said I love you, do you think they meant it?
ah, it was my mum, so i hope so haha
yeah
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phew, finished!
thanks for asking!
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Get to know Val. 50 questions, 50 answers.
1: What would you name your future daughter? My daughter’s name was Violetta Marie. I don’t plan on having any more children. 2: Do you miss anyone? My family. They moved off a few years after my father died, wanted to get away from the violence in the city. 3: What if I told you that you were pretty? I would say thank you. 4: Ever been told “it’s not you, it’s me”? No. I was quite emphatically told that it was me. 5: What are you looking forward to in the next week? My days off. 6: Did you go out or stay in last night? Stay in. 7: How late did you stay up last night? About 11 - typical for most of my nights. 8: Honestly, has anyone seen you in your underwear in the past 3 months? ...yes 9: What were you doing at 12:30 this afternoon? Sitting at my desk, reviewing submitted reports from my watchmen. 10: Have you ever told somebody you loved them and not actually meant it? No. It’s not something to say lightly. 11: Could you go for the rest of your life without drinking alcohol? Yes. Not a big drinker outside of a beer or two once in a while. 12: Have you pretended to like someone? Crazy citizens coming into my office, but usually no. I’m a pretty straightforward person. 13: Could you go the rest of your life without smoking a cigarette? I couldn’t go one day without smoking a cigarette. 14: Is there one person in your life that can always make you smile? Not anymore. 15: Is it hard for you to get over someone? If you love them, it’s very hard. 16: Think back five months ago, were you single? Yes. 17: Have you ever cried from being so mad? Oh yes. 18: Hold hands with anyone this week? No. 19: Did your last kiss take place in/on a bed? No. 20: Who did you last see in person? One of my watchmen as I was leaving the station. 21: What is the last thing you said out lot? Oh, shit. 22: Have you kissed three or more people in one night? No. 23: Have you ever been to Paris? No, but I’ve thought about it. 24: Are you good at hiding your feelings? Very good. 25: Do you use chap stick? Only in the winter. 26: Who did you last share a bed with? As in slept through the night with? My ex claim. As in had sex with? I’d prefer not to comment. 27: Are you listening to music right now? Yes. Just a rock station on the radio. 28: What is something you currently want right now? Sleep. 29: Were your last three kisses from the same person? Yes. 30: How is your heart lately? It’s pumping blood. That’s all I need it to do. 31: Do you wear the hood on your hoodie? Only if I don’t want to be seen. 32: When was the last time a member of the opposite sex hugged you? Two days ago when an old lady gave me a hug for putting her groceries in her car for her. 33: What do people call you? Val. I hate when people use my full name. 34: Have you ever wanted to tell someone something but didn’t? Often, but I resist. 35: Are there any stressful situations in your life? My whole life is a stressful situation. 36: What are you listening to right now? “Young Lust” - Pink Floyd, on the radio. 37: What is wrong with you right now? Too tired to sleep, too tired to not sleep. 38: Love really is a beautiful thing huh? While you have it. 39: Do you make wishes at 11:11? I try to be asleep by 11:11. 40: What is on your wrists right now? Nothing. 41: Are you single/taken/heartbroken/confused/waiting for the unexpected? Very single. 42: Where did you get the shirt/sweatshirt you’re wearing? Same place I buy all my flannel shirts - the hunting store a bit outside of the city. 43: Have you ever regretted kissing someone? Oh yes. 44: Have you hugged someone within the last week? Yes. 45: Have you kissed anyone in the last five days? Yes. 46: What were you doing at midnight last night? Prefer not to disclose. 47: Do you miss the way things were six months ago? Not really. 48: Would you rather sleep with someone else or alone? Someone else. I always slept better with my claim. Now I can’t seem to sleep at all. 49: Have you ever been to New York? No, but I would like to. 50: Think of the last person who said I love you, do you think they meant it? She did. Love isn’t always enough to hold something together though.
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Haha, lordy! Okay, here goes:
1) already answered
2) Do you miss anyone? Yes. My best friend, Phoebe.
3) What if I told you that you were pretty? I’d blush, smile and say thank you.
4) Ever been told “it’s not you, it’s me”? Nope. I’ve barely dated and the only previous 2 people I’ve ever been sweet on, I walked away.
5) What are you looking forward to in the next week? I get to see the other people on my degree tomorrow and I can’t wait. Also, I know I get a lie in on Thursday morning!
6) Did you go out or stay in last night? I went out, but to a church thing so nothing very wild.
7) How late did you stay up last night? Until midnight.
8) Honestly, has anyone seen you in your underwear in the last 3 months? Yes.
9) What were you doing at 12.30 this afternoon? I’m off work sick, so I’ve been reading and tidying the house. One of those.
10) Have you ever told somebody you love them and not actually meant it? Never.
11) Could you go for the rest of your life without drinking alcohol? Yeah, I don’t drink much atall. But I wouldn’t want to; I enjoy a glass of wine or some whiskey occasionally.
12) Have you pretended to like someone? No. If I don’t like someone, I’m still relatively polite though.
13) Could you go the rest of your life without smoking a cigarette? Definitely. I don’t smoke.
14) Is there one person in your life that can always make you smile? As soon as either of my baby brothers smile at me, I’m grinning.
15) Is it hard for you to get over someone? Very hard. If I love, I love hard.
16) Think back 5 months, were you single? No
17) Have you ever cried from being so mad? I always cry when I’m cross, haha! I hate feeling angry.
18) Hold hands with anyone this week? Yes. I love holding hands.
19) Did your last kiss take place in/on a bed? Nope. My last kiss was from my very snotty and overly enthusiastic 1yr old brother.
20) Who did you last see in person?My Mama.
21) What is the last thing you said out loud? “Come here, Albert!” (Albert is my dog)
22) Have you kissed 3 or more people in 1 night? (I’m assuming you’re not talking about kisses on the cheeks from elderly relatives) No.
23) Have you ever been to Paris? Once, it is beautiful.
24) Are you good at hiding your feelings? It depends.
25) Do you use chap stick? Yup.
26) Who did you last share a bed with? My 4 year old brother climbed in because he wanted a cuddle.
27) Are you listening to music right now? No
28) What is something you currently want right now? A coffee, a donut, and a cuddle.
29) Were your last 3 kisses from the same person? Baby brothers aside, yes.
30) How is your heart lately? Full and happy.
31) Do you wear the hood on your hoodie? Not unless it is raining.
32) When was the last time a member of the opposite sex hugged you? Again, aside from my baby brothers - yesterday at church.
33) What do people call you? Alice … it is my name.
34) Have you ever wanted to tell someone something but didn’t? Of course.
35) Are there any stressful situations in your life? Haha, of course there are. But that’s part of life. You just have to crack on and focus on the positives.
36) What are you listening to right now? The sound of my pup’s paws on the floorboards and the washing machine.
37) What is wrong with you right now? I’m feeling quite poorly. Plus, I don’t have a coffee, a donut or a cuddle.
38) Love really is a beautiful thing, huh? Nothing beats it.
39) already answered.
40) What is on your wrists right now? A silver bracelet.
Blimey, this is taking long. Hats off to you chaps who are still reading this! ‘Cause I’m even boring myself a little!
41) Are you single/taken/heartbroken/confused/waiting for the unexpected? I’m not keen on the word “taken”, but I’m in a relationship.
42) Where did you get the shirt you are wearing? I modelled for my tattoo studio’s clothing brand and they gave me one of the shirts to say thank you.
43) Have you ever regretted kissing someone? Yeah. A couple of years ago, things ended with a guy I had been quite sweet on, so one night I walked up to some random, good looking guy in the bar, kissed him and walked away, even though he tried to talk to me. I’ve never done anything like that before or since. Felt like a right twat.
44) Have you hugged someone within the last week? Yup. I’m very huggy.
45) Have you kissed anyone in the last five days? Yes.
46) What were you doing at midnight last night? Thinking “shit, I really need to go to sleep”
47) Do you miss the way things were six months ago? No. Things are very exciting at the moment.
48) Would you rather sleep next to someone else or alone? Next to someone else.
49) Have you ever been to New York? No, but I would love to visit.
50) Think of the last person who said “I love you” … do you think they meant it? It was my 1yr old brother and I had just given him a biscuit, so he DEFINITELY meant it!!
WOOP I MADE IT THROUGH!
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50 question
1: What would you name your future daughter? Well at one point I planned on Amaryllis 2: Do you miss anyone? Adramalech *pours one out* 3: What if I told you that you were pretty? dude, tell me something i don't know 4: Ever been told “it’s not you, it’s me”? fuck no, but i have been told "it's not me it's you," which i don't deserve 5: What are you looking forward to in the next week? nothing 6: Did you go out or stay in last night? i'm a neet, stupid 7: How late did you stay up last night? idk, like, 3 am or something 8: Honestly, has anyone seen you in your underwear in the past 3 months? both of my roommates 9: What were you doing at 12:30 this afternoon? idk, probably playing games or something 10: Have you ever told somebody you loved them and not actually meant it? yeah, but ex fiance probably 11: Could you go for the rest of your life without drinking alcohol? no 12: Have you pretended to like someone? my ex fiance probably 13: Could you go the rest of your life without smoking a cigarette? I don't smoke now 14: Is there one person in your life that can always make you smile? smiling is for the weak ( @ashiyashiroualciel though) 15: Is it hard for you to get over someone? eh 16: Think back five months ago, were you single? yo, i haven't been single in, like, hundreds of years 17: Have you ever cried from being so mad? eh 18: Hold hands with anyone this week? eh, yeah 19: Did your last kiss take place in/on a bed? we don't have a bed in the apartment, so no 20: Who did you last see in person? ashiya 21: What is the last thing you said out loud? "whatever" 22: Have you kissed three or more people in one night? eh, yeah 23: Have you ever been to Paris? no 24: Are you good at hiding your feelings? dude, i'm the fucking master 25: Do you use chap stick? no 26: Who did you last share a bed with? ashiya 27: Are you listening to music right now? my mind has been playing the spooky song from lazytown on repeat for 3 hours 28: What is something you currently want right now? karaage 29: Were your last three kisses from the same person? i think so. 30: How is your heart lately? eh 31: Do you wear the hood on your hoodie? i don't get to have a hoodie because my family hates me 32: When was the last time a member of the opposite sex hugged you? today, chiho hugged me and suz gave me a weird christian side hug 33: What do people call you? lucifer, urushihara, nuisance, asshole 34: Have you ever wanted to tell someone something but didn’t? eh... yeah 35: Are there any stressful situations in your life? i'm a neet 36: What are you listening to right now? my brain singing the spooky song 37: What is wrong with you right now? eh 38: Love really is a beautiful thing huh? eh 39: Do you make wishes at 11:11? i don't believe in that superstitious crap 40: What is on your wrists right now? nothing 41: Are you single/taken/heartbroken/confused/waiting for the unexpected? taken 42: Where did you get the shirt/sweatshirt you’re wearing? some high school kid's locker 43: Have you ever regretted kissing someone? yeah 44: Have you hugged someone within the last week? yeah 45: Have you kissed anyone in the last five days? yeah 46: What were you doing at midnight last night? playing a game with americans 47: Do you miss the way things were six months ago? they were the same six months ago 48: Would you rather sleep with someone else or alone? eh 49: Have you ever been to New York? no 50: Think of the last person who said I love you, do you think they meant it? after all this time, i would hope so...
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THE HOLY GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST, - THE ACTS OF THE APOSTLES, FROM THE LATIN VULGATE BIBLE
Chapter 22
PREFACE.
St. Luke, who had published his gospel, wrote also a second volume, which, from the first ages, hath been called the Acts of the Apostles. Not that we can look upon this work, as a history of what was done by all the apostles, who were dispersed in different nations; but we have here a short view of the first establishment of the Christian Church, a small part of St. Peter's preaching and actions, set down in the first twelve chapters, and a more particular account of St. Paul's apostolical labours, in the following chapters, for about thirty years, till the year 63, and the 4th year of Nero, where these acts end.
Chapter 22
Paul declares to the people the history of his conversion. He escapes scourging by claiming the privilege of a Roman.
1 Men, (about the year A.D. 58) brethren, and fathers, hear ye the account which I now give you.
Notes & Commentary:
Ver. 1. Hear ye the account. In the Greek, to the apology, or defence. (Witham) --- St. Paul, in this exordium, as also in Acts vii. 2. shews himself not ignorant of the art of pleading. He adds the name of Fathers, supposing there may be some of his hearers of senatorial dignity, and others deserving the title for their rank and age. (Mat. Pol.)
Note:
Ver. 1. Quam reddo rationem, akousate...tes apologias.
2 And when they heard that he spoke to them in the Hebrew tongue, they kept the more silence.
Ver. 2. No explanation given.
3 And he saith: I am a Jew, born at Tarsus, in Cilicia, but brought up in this city, at the feet of Gamaliel, taught according to the truth of the law of the fathers, zealous for the law, as also all you are this day:
Ver. 3. The scholars sat much below their master; and the nearest the master were such as had made the greatest proficiency. (Philo, de Essenis)
4 And I persecuted this way unto death, binding and delivering into prisons both men and women,
Ver. 4. This way. That is, the Christian faith, which now I profess. (Witham)
5 As the high priest doth bear me witness, and all the ancients: from whom also receiving letters to the brethren, I went to Damascus, to bring them bound from thence to Jerusalem, that they might be punished.
Ver. 5. As the high priest doth bear me witness. That is, as the letters which he gave me, bear witness. (Witham)
6 And it came to pass, as I was going and drawing nigh to Damascus, at mid-day, that suddenly there shone from heaven a great light round about me:
Ver. 6. No explanation given.
7 And falling on the ground, I heard a voice saying to me: Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me?
Ver. 7. No explanation given.
8 And I answered: Who art thou, Lord? And he said to me: I am Jesus of Nazareth, whom thou persecutest.
Ver. 8. No explanation given.
9 And they that were with me, saw indeed the light, but they heard not the voice of him that spoke with me.
Ver. 9. Heard not the voice. To reconcile this with chap. ix. ver. 7. where it is said that they heard the voice; it may be answered that they heard a noise, and a voice, but heard it not distinctly, nor so as to understand the words. (Witham) --- They heard not the voice of him who spoke to the apostle, but they heard the latter speak; (Acts ix. 7.) or perhaps they heard a noise, which they could not understand. They perhaps heard the voice of Paul answering, but not that of Christ complaining.
10 And I said: What shall I do, Lord? And the Lord said to me: Arise, and go to Damascus: and there it shall be told thee of all things thou must do.
Ver. 10. No explanation given.
11 And whereas I did not see for the brightness of that light, being led by the hand by my companions, I came to Damascus.
Ver. 11. No explanation given.
12 And one Ananias, a man according to the law, having a good character from all the Jews dwelling there,
Ver. 12. No explanation given.
13 Coming to me, and standing by me, said to me: Brother Saul, receive thy sight. And I the same hour looked upon him.
Ver. 13. No explanation given.
14 And he said: The God of our fathers hath preordained thee that thou shouldst know his will, and see the Just One, and shouldst hear the voice from his mouth.
Ver. 14. Shouldst...see the Just One. Our Saviour appeared to St. Paul, as it is said; (chap. ix. 7.) and he is divers times, both in the Prophets and in the Testament, called the Just One. (Witham) --- To see and hear the Just One; Him, who is just by excellence, that you also may prove a witness of his resurrection from the dead.
15 For thou shalt be his witness to all men, of those things which thou hast seen and heard.
Ver. 15. No explanation given.
16 And now why delayest thou? Rise up, and be baptized, and wash away thy sins, calling upon his name.
Ver. 16. Wash, &c. The contrition and charity of St. Paul had, no doubt, merited for him the remission of his sins at the moment of his conversion. Still were these effects to be attributed to the desire of the sacrament of baptism, without which the council of Trent defines that the forgiveness of sins, and the punishment due to them, are not obtained. It likewise added a new degree of lustre to his innocence and purity. (Tirinus) --- Calling upon his name. In such manner, says St. Chrysostom, (hom. xlvii.) as we invoke the only true God; and as we invoke the saints, and pray to them, that they would pray for us. (Witham)
17 And it came to pass, when I was come again to Jerusalem, (about the year A.D. 37) and was praying in the temple, that I was in a trance,
Ver. 17. To Jerusalem...that I was in a trance. This might be when he went to Jerusalem, three years after his conversion, or at some other time. It might be in this ecstacy that he was wrapt to the third heaven, as he tells the Corinthians, 1 Corinthians xv. 9.[2 Corinthians xii. 2.?] (Witham)
18 And saw him, saying unto me: Make haste, and go quickly out of Jerusalem: because they will not receive thy testimony concerning me.
Ver. 18. No explanation given.
19 And I said: Lord, they know that I cast into prison, and beat in every synagogue, them that believed in thee.
Ver. 19. No explanation given.
20 And when the blood of Stephen, thy witness, was shed, I stood by and consented, and kept the garments of them who killed him.
Ver. 20. Of Stephen, thy witness. Or thy martyr, as the Greek word signifies. (Witham)
21 And he said to me: Go, for unto the Gentiles afar off will I send thee.
Ver. 21. Hence we see that not only principals, but all that consent to the persecution of God's servants for the cause of religion, do highly offend; and this St. Paul mentions here, that the mercy of God may be more remarkably glorified in him hereby. (Bristow)
22 And they heard him until this word, and then lifted up their voice, saying: Away with such a one from the earth: for it is not fit that he should live.
Ver. 22. This word. That is, until he told them that God had sent him to preach to the Gentiles, whom they could not bear to hear preferred before themselves. Not that the Jews forbad preaching to the Gentiles; on the contrary, our Saviour reproached the Pharisees, that they would go over land and sea for the sake of making one proselyte. They were likewise enraged that St. Paul had not laid on the Gentiles the heavy yoke of the law. (Calmet) --- Hence they exclaim: take away this wicked man from amongst us, for it is a sin to let him live. (Bible de Vence)
23 And as they cried out, and threw off their garments, and cast dust into the air,
Ver. 23. Threw off their garments. Or pulling them open to shew themselves ready to stone him. (Witham) --- This is nicely descriptive of the fury of a populace, who, when unable to vent their rage in some more effectual way, indignantly throw into the air, and against the object of their indignation, such harmless trifles as dust, clothes, &c. (Menochius)
24 The tribune commanded him to be brought into the castle, and to be scourged, and tortured: that he might know for what cause they cried out thus against him.
Ver. 24. No explanation given.
25 And when they had bound him with thongs, Paul saith to the centurion standing by him: Is it lawful for you to scourge a man that is a Roman, and uncondemned?
Ver. 25. A Roman. That is, a Roman citizen, a freeman of Rome. (Witham) --- The apostle, on this occasion, not to injure the faith of some weak Christians, who might be scandalized at his public disgrace, prevents the scourging, which on another occasion he patiently submitted to. By the thongs he was probably bound to a pillar; (Tirinus) or being tied hand and foot, was stretched on the ground, with his face downwards. This was frequently done among the Romans. (Calmet) --- See also Gretser de cruce, lib. i. chap. 10; who declares that it was the Roman custom to bind to a stake or pillar, such as were condemned to be flogged.
26 Which the centurion hearing, went to the tribune, and told him, saying: What art thou about to do? For this man is a Roman citizen.
Ver. 26. No explanation given.
27 And the tribune coming, said to him: Tell me, art thou a Roman? But he said: Yes.
Ver. 27. No explanation given.
28 And the tribune answered: I obtained the freedom of this city with a great sum. And Paul said: But I was born so.
Ver. 28. Civilitatem; that is, Civitatem, Græcè, politeian, the rights of citizenship. These privileges were granted by Antonius to the city of Tarsus. (Appianus, civilium 5.)
29 Immediately, therefore, they that were about to torture him, departed from him. The tribune also was afraid after he understood that he was a Roman citizen, and because he had bound him.
Ver. 29. The same law which forbad a Roman citizen to be scourged, forbad him also to be bound. (St. Augustine, lib. i. de Serm. Dni. chap. 29.) --- It was under Claudius that the abuse of buying the freedom of Rome was introduced. At first the name of a Roman was esteemed much, and bought at a great price. Now (such is the emptiness and vanity of titles) it is refused, and despised; nay, it is fled from, and reckoned disgraceful. (Salvian. De Gubern. Dei, lib. v.) --- If St. Paul, on this occasion, makes use of his privilege, it is not that he was unprepared, or afraid to die for Christ; but because it was lawful to use ordinary means to extricate himself from difficulties, and preserve himself for future services to religion. (Denis the Carthusian)
30 But on the next day, wishing to know more diligently, for what cause he was accused by the Jews, he loosed him, and commanded the priests to come together and all the council: and bringing forth Paul, he set him before them.
Ver. 30. No explanation given.
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Met With A Zap, Chapter 28
TITLE: Met With A Zap CHAPTER NO./ONE SHOT: Chapter 28 AUTHOR: fanficshiddles ORIGINAL IMAGINE: Imagine Darcy and Loki meeting for the first time. They instantly dislike each other and are constantly at one another’s throats in arguments. Darcy even ends up using her taser on him at one point. Others around them get fed up of being stuck in the middle of their pranks and arguments. But eventually, Loki finds himself falling for her sassy mouth. RATING: M
NOTES/WARNINGS: Violence and um, some dismembering. This is the last chap!
I couldn’t believe my eyes when Darcy went down. She saved me. It should have been me taking that bullet, but she pushed me out of the way.
‘DARCY!’ I cried out and tried shaking her, but she didn’t wake.
I turned to Jake in time to see him re loading his gun. I didn’t hesitate as I lunged towards him and grabbed him in a head lock.
‘YOU ARE GOING TO REGRET THE DAY YOU WERE BORN.’ I shouted at him as I used all my strength and lifted him up, to then slam him down to the floor, causing a huge dent in the floor.
He cried out in pain but I wasn’t done there. I was seeing red. I reached down and yanked his trousers down. I grabbed his cock and used my dagger to slice it clean off. The scream he let out was like nothing I had ever heard before.
Then I grabbed him by the neck and held him up high, blood was spurting out from where his cock should have been. He was a crying, screaming mess.
‘You do not even deserve to die for what you’ve done. You deserve to suffer a long and painful death. But the thought of leaving you alive, is not something I want to think about.’ I hissed at him.
I brought him down to my level and I snapped his neck, killing him instantly.
I threw his body down and looked up, all the other Avengers were just staring at me. Their mouths open and eyes wide. The remaining Chitauri were dead at their feet. And so was Jake now.
My rage was something not to be messed with.
My breathing was harsh as I looked around myself, I was covered in blood. Jake’s blood. But then I remembered. Darcy.
I rushed down to her side and so did the others. Banner moved in and started to do CPR with her. Another helicopter arrived with Fury and some other team members. The two with him grabbed Darcy on a stretcher and rushed her to the helicopter.
I went to go with them but Fury grabbed my arm, stopping me. I watched in agony as the helicopter took off. With my Darcy.
‘I need to be with her.’ I snarled at him and pulled my arm free.
‘And you will be. But we have some things to deal with here.’ He said firmly.
‘What is there to deal with? I don’t care if you put me in prison or whatever the fuck you want to do. But I need to be with my Darcy. I need to know if she… If she is ok or not.’ I started to break down and tears ran down my face, as much as I didn’t want them to. I couldn’t hold it in any more at the thought of losing Darcy.
‘You just cut a mans dick off and then brutally murdered him.’ Fury shouted at me.
‘Yes. And doing that to that vile, disgusting man will never be a regret.’ I growled.
Fury ran a hand down his face.
‘I told you all from the beginning that he was not to be trusted. But none of you listened to me. He kidnapped Darcy. And now… Now she might be dead because of him.’ I snarled and turned away from them all, I didn’t want to show the tears that kept falling.
I felt a hand on my shoulder and it was Thor.
‘I’m with you, brother. I know you are angry and you have every right to be so, this time. We should have trusted you on this one, listened to you.’ He then turned to Fury. ‘If Loki gets into trouble for what has happened, then you’ll have to do the same to me.’ Thor crossed his arms over his chest.
‘And me. Darcy is like a sister to me. If I could I’d bring that bastard alive just to cut his balls off too, I would.’ I heard Clint say, that made me smirk slightly.
‘Me too.’ Natasha said.
‘And me.’ Banner said.
‘Count me in too.’ Steve said as he stepped forwards.
‘I’m in aswell.’ Tony nodded.
I turned around to look at them all. I couldn’t believe they were on my side. They actually wanted to help me and supported what I had done. Again.
Fury looked at all of us and sighed.
‘Get out of my sight, all of you, and I’ll deal with all this.’ He said as he pointed to the helicarrier.
I rushed onto it and so did the others. I knew they all loved Darcy too. And as much as I didn’t want to admit it, I was rather fond of them all. It was growing each day.
But my main concern right now was Darcy.
We got back to HQ and I rushed straight to the hospital. Darcy was hooked up to so many machines and after speaking to the doctor, she said it was touch and go. She was stable for now, but it was all down to her whether she would make it or not.
I sat at her bedside and I held her hand in mine. I couldn’t stop crying as I spoke to her.
She was out for a few days. I never left her side, I couldn’t. I slept in the chair at her bedside, holding her hand.
One evening I was speaking to her again, as I done every day.
‘Darcy. My lovely Darcy. I don’t know why you done it, why you put yourself in danger to save me. I’m a god, there’s more chance of me surviving a gunshot than you. If I lose you, I don’t know what I will do. Please, Darcy. You have to be ok. I miss you, so much.’ I kissed her hand repeatedly.
‘That was sweet… Tell me more.’ Came a very croaked and sore voice.
‘Darcy?’ I looked up to see her eyes flutter open as she started to cough violently.
I called for the nurse and they rushed in to see to her. I was so relieved that she was ok.
She was alive.
The nurses and doctors made sure she was ok and then they gave her some pain relief before leaving us alone.
‘What happened?’ Darcy asked.
‘You were a fool and took a gunshot for me.’ I said as I took her hand into mine.
‘I did? That doesn’t sound like me… I must really like you.’ She teased.
‘Well, I am very lovable.’ I grinned at her, making her smile.
‘In your own way.’ She said.
‘Are you sore?’
‘Very. You owe me big time for this.’
‘Yes, I owe you my life. Literally.’ I said as I kissed her hand.
‘Lots of Oreos.’
‘Well, I don’t know about that.’ I chuckled.
‘I love you, horn boy.’ She croaked.
‘I love you too, my hero.’
#Loki#God of Mischief#Submitted fic#submission#fanficshiddles#chapter 28#met with a zap#darcy#meeting#dislike#arguments#fed up#taser#prank#falling in love#sassy
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1: What would you name your future daughter?that’s a really good question. I don’t know if i want to have my own daughter like if i adopt a child they’re going to keep whatever name they already have so idk. depends if i have children. but if i do probably alex? or brooke? idk man 2: Do you miss anyone?yes :( i miss them a lot3: What if I told you that you were pretty?THANKS PAL 4: Ever been told “it’s not you, it’s me”?um not that i recall? this usually requires being in a relationship which is unrelatable so 5: What are you looking forward to in the next week?john mayer releasing new music friday:))))) and im supposed to hang out with julia tomorrow night!!! 6: Did you go out or stay in last night?i stayed in. unless u call chillin w my mom at work ‘going out’ 7: How late did you stay up last night?like midnightish i think i dont recall exactly 8: Honestly, has anyone seen you in your underwear in the past 3 months?lmao yes o o p s s 9: What were you doing at 12:30 this afternoon?i think i was eating pancakes maybe or drawing a unicorn 10: Have you ever told somebody you loved them and not actually meant it?no. i do not believe so i am a nice person11: Could you go for the rest of your life without drinking alcohol?probably. i never really drink so 12: Have you pretended to like someone?yes. gotta pick ur battles sometimes. 13: Could you go the rest of your life without smoking a cigarette?holy fuck yes cigarettes are GROSS 14: Is there one person in your life that can always make you smile?yes:))))))))15: Is it hard for you to get over someone?so hard lmao:( 16: Think back five months ago, were you single?yes always17: Have you ever cried from being so mad?i do believe so. i get mad easily so i dont doubt it18: Hold hands with anyone this week?yes i have 19: Did your last kiss take place in/on a bed?i dont think so. ya know idk it was so long ago but im pretty certain it wasnt 20: Who did you last see in person?my mother when i said goodnight 21: What is the last thing you said out lot?“i give up” to jennifer bc my phone keeps fucking falling 22: Have you kissed three or more people in one night?no. i still havent kissed 3 ppl in my entire life23: Have you ever been to Paris?no. i fucking wish. a fucking dream. 24: Are you good at hiding your feelings?fuck no i suck at it. im one of those ppl who shows feelings n then pretends like they dont exist when asked about them then ppl get mad. also im just rlly easy to read. 25: Do you use chap stick?indeed. 26: Who did you last share a bed with?ummm this is an excellent question. i think julia. probably. or. i dont even know.27: Are you listening to music right now?nope28: What is something you currently want right now?SOMEONE TO CUDDLE WITH. also a slurpee 29: Were your last three kisses from the same person?yes. disgusting. 30: How is your heart lately?EH it could be better but it could possibly be in the best condition it has been in a while. its confusing 31: Do you wear the hood on your hoodie?nah. never. unless i just put it on and im going to sleep or staying in the house 32: When was the last time a member of the opposite sex hugged you?friday. i love eddie. 33: What do people call you?julie. or jules. or lombardi. or mary bc they dont have brains. 34: Have you ever wanted to tell someone something but didn’t?yes always bc i am chicken 35: Are there any stressful situations in your life?yes, as always. but i kinda tend to pretend they dont exist while also letting them ruin my life36: What are you listening to right now?jennifer talk about florida 37: What is wrong with you right now?im fucking tired 38: Love really is a beautiful thing huh?dude idk my heart fuckin HURTS 39: Do you make wishes at 11:11?i dont usually anymore:/40: What is on your wrists right now?nothing 41: Are you single/taken/heartbroken/confused/waiting for the unexpected?single and heartbroken 42: Where did you get the shirt/sweatshirt you’re wearing?a college sent it to me. i asked for a medium and they gave me an extra large43: Have you ever regretted kissing someone?in the moment no but looking back yes i have probably regretted every kiss 44: Have you hugged someone within the last week?i have indeed 45: Have you kissed anyone in the last five days?i have not. tragic. 46: What were you doing at midnight last night?either sleeping or almost sleeping 47: Do you miss the way things were six months ago?id say fuck no but that sounds definite and im not even exactly sure what was happening in my life 6 months ago but life is decent right now i guess so i guess ill just stick with it if i dont know what im exchanging it for 48: Would you rather sleep with someone else or alone?i wanna cuddle so prob w someone else 49: Have you ever been to New York?no:( i rlly wanna go it kills me50: Think of the last person who said I love you, do you think they meant it?i really truly hope so
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all questions for the ask thing!! (or just the ones you would like to answer)
ahhh let’s do this !!!
1: Could you go the rest of your life without smoking a cigarette?
probably? i haven’t smoked a cigarette yet but i could prob last without giving it a go (i do like occasionally smoking a tobacco pipe tho, like a hobbit)
2: Are you single/taken/heartbroken/confused?
im single ive always been single bc im Abhorrent
3: What if I told you that you were pretty?
id prob say “shit u right” cos im vain :/ but honestly it would make me v happy !!! i just. don’t know how to respond to compliments lmao
4: Ever been told “it’s not you, it’s me”?
nope!
5: Are you interested in anyone right now?
eh, on and off. i dont know a lot of ppl i wanna date
6: What are you looking forward to in the next week?
goin to psych class and thats like, it
7: Do you want to be single?
not really but c’est la vie
8: Did you go out or stay in last night?
i stayed in
9: How late did you stay up last night?
FUCK i was up til like 5am
10: Can you recall the last time you realized you liked someone a lot?
sure can :~)
11: Last three things you had to drink?
water, coffee, and either wine or a smoothie whom can say
12: Have you pretended to like someone?
i pretend to like people almost every day cos i work in customer service
13: Have you ever told somebody you loved them and not actually meant it?
eh, not really? except for if i ever said that to my grandma lmao she’s. evil
14: Honestly, has anyone seen you in your underwear in the past 3 months?
nah
15: Is it hard for you to get over someone?
depends honestly?
16: Think back five months ago, were you single?
bitch i am ALWAYS single lmao ! i was like. emotionally enveloped by someone but i wouldnt go so far as to call it a romantic entanglement
17: What were you doing at 12:30 this afternoon?
i was just waking up honestly my life is a mess
18: Hold hands with anyone this week?
NAH
19: Could you go for the rest of your life without drinking alcohol?
nope i love wine so much
20: What would you name your future daughter?
im not sure but i like the name august? i like unisex names a lot idk
21: Do you miss anyone?
yeah :/ shouldnt tho
22: Have you kissed three or more people in one night?
i dont even interact with ppl and u expect me to be Kissing people....
23: Did your last kiss take place in/on a bed?
whom is kiss
24: Are you good at hiding your feelings?
Nope they are ALL OVER my face
25: Have you ever cried from being so mad?
ohhhhh my god so many times
26: Who did you last see in person?
my mom cos she’s sitting right across from me rn
27: Are you listening to music right now?
i am not but i would like to be
28: What is something you currently want right now?
to be not in a geo class and also to have all of my homework done and to know Everything but that’s asking for a little much
29: What is the last thing you said out lot?
i think just the single word ‘bitch’ but i could be wrong
30: How is your heart lately?
she’s confused but that’s normal
31: Do you wear the hood on your hoodie?
very very rarely
32: Are you wearing socks?
i Am
33: What do people call you?
britt or brittany usually
34: Will you talk to the person you like tonight?
prob not
35: Are there any stressful situations in your life?
my life is a stressful situation, thanks to that Anxiety
36: Who did you last share a bed with?
NoBody
37: Did you do something bad today?
i procrastinated a lot and have like 7 hrs of hw to do tonight so like. i guess that
38: When was the last time a member of the opposite sex hugged you?
a while i dont really hug people
39: Do you get stressed out easily?
oh my god yeah
40: Will you sing today?
i was singing tainted love while i was driving earlier so yep
41: Have you ever wanted to tell someone something but didn’t?
this is so vague but yes absolutely
42: Who do you go to when you need to talk to someone?
usually nancy or blaire tbh? or my buddy brianna. or m’mom
43: Have you ever been taken to the emergency room in an ambulance?
nope!
44: What are you listening to right now?
the bachelor lmao
45: What is wrong with you right now?
cannt focus on shit
46: What is on your wrists right now?
a hair bow on one wrist and a little band my therapist gave me on the other (for CBT things)
47: Where did you get the shirt/sweatshirt you’re wearing?
goodwill lmao
48: What do you like better: hot chocolate or hot apple cider?
depends on the mood honestly ! but usually im more about hot chocolate
49: Do you make wishes at 11:11?
nah
50: Are you a good artist?
n o lmao
51: Love really is a beautiful thing huh?
that’s what ive heard !
52: Do you miss the way things were six months ago?
NO
53: Ever been on a golf cart?
i sure have
54: Do you have trust issues?
uhhhm. sometimes
55: Ever stayed up all night on the phone, with who?
ive skyped all night with someone but they arent shit so
56: Do you own something from Hot Topic?
listen
57: Do you use chap stick?
religiously
58: Have you ever slapped someone in the face?
lmao Yeah
59: Do you have a little sister?
nah nah
60: Have you ever been to New York?
yes ! i love ny :>
61: Think of the last person who said I love you, do you think they meant it?
yeah i guess
62: Have you hugged someone within the last week?
i. think so?
63: What were you doing at midnight last night?
staring at a fire in the fireplace doing literally nothing
64: Have you ever regretted kissing someone?
l ma o no
65: Is there one person in your life that can always make you smile?
ye
66: Were your last three kisses from the same person?
odysseus? yeah
67: Have you kissed anyone in the last five days?
jkfgm,dfsd,mnmfd i havent kissed anyone in the last five DECADES
68: Would you rather sleep with someone else or alone?
prob alone? just cos im not the biggest fan of touchin
69: Will next Friday be a good one?
prob not cos i fucking Work
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100 question meme---cos’ I’m bored
1. What board game do you like the most?
sequence dice
2. If you could rid the world of one disease what would it be?
diabetes
3. If you were offered the position of mayor of your city, would you take it?
No
4. Favorite day of the week?
none---all the same to me
5. If you inherited or won a million dollars, what’s the very first thing you would do with the money
pat off debts
6. Give me the names of 3 objects or things you love most
my Georg Hoose cowboy painting that my late aunt gave me for my 7th birthday
my home library
the ceramic cat I gifted to my mom her final Christmas
7. Did you grow up here?
No, 50 miles south
8. Which are your top bands or singers?
The Proclaimers, The Beach Boys, John Denver, The Takeover UK, Chicago, too many to list....
9. What school activities do you or did you participate in?
Not many in elementry school...high school riding club and glee club....college i did theater, radio broadcasting (briefly), anthropology club, international studies.
10. Do you have any siblings
one
11. Where did your family go on vacations in the summer?
Haven’t been on vacation since 2005
12. What jobs do your parents do?
Nothing, they’re both deceased
13. What is the best job you ever had?
Groom at a dressage stable
14. What time do you normally go to bed?
no specific time
15. Have you ever been in a car accident or seen one?
yes to both
16. What’s the biggest personal change you’ve ever made?
Living on my own
17. What’s the size of your shoes?
varies due to an old injury leading to a misshapen foot--but generally woman’s 8.5 US
18. Name 3 things in nature you find most beautiful?
sunsets, soaring hawks, the sighing of pine trees (namely the Eastern White Pine) in the wind
19. What would you do if you were the lone survivor of a plane crash?
ummm-try and continue surviving?
20. What do you do in your free time?
Read, pet the cat, watch youtube videos, listen to music, play cribbage or whist online, take naps, go for walks if I’m able, ride the bus somtimes.
21. What were your childhood pets?
Cats, guinea pig, dogs, chameleons, turtles, mouse, goldfish, pigeon.,
22. Do your pets do any good tricks?
My lovely Shamrock was just like Lassie, and did a regular routine of tricks
23. How old is your current pet?
Maisie I think is around 2
24. What two languages would you like to be fluent in?
French-Canadian and Friesian
25. What’s the worst job you’ve ever had
housekeeping at a casino-racing complex
26 How often do you brush your teeth?
depends on my level of manual dexterity on any given day
27. If you were in a witness protection program, what would be your new name and where would you go?
Sarah Jane Smith....Friesland, cos’ the people are nice and the land is flat
28. Do you have any relatives in jail?
Not at present
29. If it were possible, would you live on the moon?
No
30. Do you find these questions funny?
meh
31. Define a really funny question?
makes me grin
32. Do you ever doubt the existence of others than you?
no
33. What is your favorite smell?
horse
34. Do you believe in Bigfoot?
UM--it’s always possible, I guess
35. When did you learn how to drive?
in my early 20′s
36. If you could go back in time 1,000 years, what year would you visit?
Hadrian’s Rome
37. What’s the weirdest dream you’ve ever had?
Can’t remember
38. Would you let me slap you for a hundred dollars?
sure, why not?
39. Who would you hate to see naked?
Donald Trump---bleurgh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
40. Would you dress in drag for $25?
Sure, it’d be a hoot
41. How old is the oldest cell in your body?
59 years, 22 days...I think?
42. If you could start a collection of one kind of item, what would it be?
antique custom made cowboy chaps
43. If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?
Boring As Hell
44. What’s the meaning of life?
Try not to die too soon
45. Do frogs have ears?
beats me
46. If you could study anything, regardless of your aptitude for it, what would it be?
saddle making
47. Whats your favorite season?
autumn
48. Have you ever seen an actual ghost?
yes
49. What was the first thing you ever collected?
Antique bottles
50. In a scale from 1-5, how afraid of dark are you?
1
51. Who was your first celebrity crush?
David Cassidy
52. Date someone older or younger?
Neither, ceased dating decades ago
53. What is the strangest thing you’ve ever eaten?
stinging nettle cheese
54. If you could trade lives with anyone for a day who would it be and why?
Anyone but a Republican, a pedophile or a drug addict
55. What famous artist, dead or alive, would you want to paint your portrait?
Vermeer
56. What’s something you always wanted to do as a child but never got to do it?
live on a farm or a log cabin in the woods
57. What’s the dumbest thing you’ve ever cried about?
can’t recall, I’m too old
58. What did you eat for dinner last night?
mac and cheese, creamed spinach
59. Would you rather play basketball or hockey?
basketball...I’m s__t on skates
60. If you could be on the cover of any magazine which one would you choose?
Western Horseman
61. Last thing you bought?
used sweatshirts at the charity shop
62. What is the funniest movie you have ever seen?
Arsenic and Old Lace
63. What scene from a film made you cry as a child?
When Ginger died in Black Beauty
64. What fashion trend do you wish would come back?
bell bottoms, haha
65. What fashion trend do you wish would go away
wearing pajama bottoms in public---crackhead fashion!
66. If you don’t know the words to a song do you improvise?
no
67. T.V. show you secretly enjoy?
I don’t own a TV
68. If you could bring one fictional character to life, who would it be?
The Doctor
69. One of your stuffed animals’ names as a kid?
I didn’t like stuffed animals
70. Do you butter the bread before putting the peanut butter on a sandwich?
My school caf and my late mom used to, but not me
71. Do you use perfume or aftershave before going out?
sometimes
72. Whats your favorite thing to do?
Before my stroke it was being around horses--now it’s reading
73. Do you watch cartoons?
seldom
74. Do you cook?
I was a cook when I was younger, now I only cook from scratch if I don’t need a lot of manual dexterity
75. Last dessert you had?
last of my ice cream
76. Describe the worst haircut you’ve ever had.
Did it myself and still ended up looking like an uncurried shetland pony--in fact, i called it the Thelwell cut, haha
77. What are two things you would do if you woke up to find yourself completely invisible?
ummm---not a clue
78. What was one of the happiest days of your life?
My college graduation
79. One really happy, hilarious moment in your life?
Being surrounded by, and getting licked by cows
80. What is one thing you refuse to share?
A Big Mac
81. If you could get away with a crime, would you? If yes, what would it be?
No
82. If you were about to be executed what five foods would have as your last meal?
pizza, Big Mac, prime rib, Ted’s fish fry, Hot Dog Charlies
83. Did you ever own a bare naked Ladies Cd?
no
84. What’s the furthest you’ve traveled?
Egypt
85.Have you ever grown your own tomatoes?
yes
86. Who is the most famous person you have ever met?
Dr zahi Hawass the Egyptologist
87. How many slices of pizza are you capable of eating in one sitting?
When I was younger and fatter about 4-6, now 2-3
88. Do you play a musical instrument?
I tried the cello, the piano, the flute and the guitar, but I’m afraid it’s hopeless...tho’ I can play a few tunes by ear.
89. Three favorite TV shows from your early teen?
Emergency! The Partridge Family, The Streets Of San Francisco
90. Radio or CD’s
Radio
91. Do you have posters up on your room walls and what are they?
A couple of western-themed posters, 2 travel posters and 1 Tiffany window poster
92. What is on your bedside table?
a lamp, a sound/sleep machine, and my alarm clock...and frequently a book
93. What is the thing you love most about mornings?
waking up and realizing that I’m not dead
94. What are your major goals in life?
Finding a place to live so I’m not homeless, cat-less and possession-less...and then working to improve my declining health, if only just a bit
95. On a scale from 1-10 what’s the highest level of pain you’ve ever been in?
10 when the horse ran over me at work and messed up my back, back in ‘91
96. What kind of phone do you use most often?
I can only use a landline since my stroke---just replaced my 1980′s novelty train phone which broke, with a modern 1960′s style teal colored ‘princess’ phone
97. The person you would never want to meet?
Donald J. Trump
98. What were your three favorite childhood toys?
Marx’s Fort Apache, Johnny West action figures, Matel’s ‘Drowsy’ doll
99. What is your favorite spectator sports?
Polo / show jumping / western reining / harness racing / basketball
100. What’s your idea of a dream home?
A cottage or cabin not too far from a town or village,not big, with a screen porch to sit and chill
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1: Could you go the rest of your life without smoking a cigarette? - No
2: Are you single/taken/heartbroken/confused? - Single 3: What if I told you that you were pretty? - I would laugh in your face 4: Ever been told “it’s not you, it’s me”? - Not exactly in that way but yes, I have 5: Are you interested in anyone right now? - A new guy started at work that is pretty cute, but I don’t get my hopes up anymore. 6: What are you looking forward to in the next week? - Nothing 7: Do you want to be single? - Not necessarily, but unfortunately it’s how my life is at the moment. 8: Did you go out or stay in last night? - Stay in. 9: How late did you stay up last night? - 2am. 10: Can you recall the last time you realized you liked someone a lot? - When I worked at a bank a few years ago I had a bad crush on someone 15 years older than me. It’s a long story. 11: Last three things you had to drink? - Wine, water, coffee. 12: Have you pretended to like someone? - Not romantically, but for other reasons, yes. 13: Have you ever told somebody you loved them and not actually meant it? - Yes. 14: Honestly, has anyone seen you in your underwear in the past 3 months? - No. 15: Is it hard for you to get over someone? - My last crush was hard to get over because of the situation. 16: Think back five months ago, were you single? - Yes. 17: What were you doing at 12:30 this afternoon? - Laundry. 18: Hold hands with anyone this week? - No. 19: Could you go for the rest of your life without drinking alcohol? - Fuck no lol 20: What would you name your future daughter? - I love the name Josephine, or Ellie. 21: Do you miss anyone? - I miss a lot of people, but don’t come out and say it. 22: Have you kissed three or more people in one night? - Not that I know of. 23: Did your last kiss take place in/on a bed? - It was in a car. 24: Are you good at hiding your feelings? - It depends but for the most part, yes. 25: Have you ever cried from being so mad? - It’s really the only time I do cry. 26: Who did you last see in person? - My sister. 27: Are you listening to music right now? - No. 28: What is something you currently want right now? - To be successful in my job. 29: What is the last thing you said out lot? - Good night. 30: How is your heart lately? - Usually pretty heavy and cold. I don’t care about a lot of things anymore. 31: Do you wear the hood on your hoodie? - All the time. 32: Are you wearing socks? - No. 33: What do people call you? - Usually just Nikki, and my dad still occasionally calls me the childhood nicknames he gave me. 34: Will you talk to the person you like tonight? - No lol 35: Are there any stressful situations in your life? - Lots. 36: Who did you last share a bed with? - No one. 37: Did you do something bad today? - Maybe, depending on how others view it. 38: When was the last time a member of the opposite sex hugged you? - A few weeks ago when I was leaving work and I was talking with one of my male co-workers. 39: Do you get stressed out easily? - Yes. 40: Will you sing today? - Probably not. 41: Have you ever wanted to tell someone something but didn’t? - This happens more often than it should. 42: Who do you go to when you need to talk to someone? - I stall for as long as I possibly can. 43: Have you ever been taken to the emergency room in an ambulance? - As a kid for being clumsy (breaking my nose and needing stitches in my forehead) 44: What are you listening to right now? - Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown is playing in the background. 45: What is wrong with you right now? - Lots of different things. 46: What is on your wrists right now? - Nothing. 47: Where did you get the shirt/sweatshirt you’re wearing? - Old Navy. 48: What do you like better: hot chocolate or hot apple cider? - Hot apple cider. 49: Do you make wishes at 11:11? - Sometimes. 50: Are you a good artist? - I can’t draw for shit, but I can write pretty well, if that counts. 51: Love really is a beautiful thing huh? - It can be, depending on the situation. 52: Do you miss the way things were six months ago? - Not really, because nothing has really changed. 53: Ever been on a golf cart? - No. 54: Do you have trust issues? - Yes. I’m not proud of it, but it is what it is. 55: Ever stayed up all night on the phone, with who? - No. 56: Do you own something from Hot Topic? - I used to down lots of stuff from there, especially in high school. 57: Do you use chap stick? - Not often, only if my lips are really chapped. 58: Have you ever slapped someone in the face? - No. 59: Do you have a little sister? - Yes. 60: Have you ever been to New York? - I work in New York City so I’m there everyday. 61: Think of the last person who said I love you, do you think they meant it? - I still don’t know if he meant it or not, we were pretty drunk/high when it was said. 62: Have you hugged someone within the last week? - No. 63: What were you doing at midnight last night? - Watching TV and browsing the interwebs. 64: Have you ever regretted kissing someone? - No. 65: Is there one person in your life that can always make you smile? - Honestly, I’m not sure. 66: Were your last three kisses from the same person? - No. 67: Have you kissed anyone in the last five days? - No. 68: Would you rather sleep with someone else or alone? - Depends. 69: Will next Friday be a good one? - I don’t know; I can only hope.
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