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[cowboydisaster]

I have a prompt idea if you're still looking for some! How about the reader finding and taking an itty bitty kitten that was orphaned and Arthur's real grumpy about it at first but then she finds him asleep on the couch with the kitten curled up on his chest and he's got a hand over it protectively or something. I know that's not really Christmas-y, but I thought it would be cute! Looking forward to all your writings as always 🥰

* ˚ ✦ Moonlight * ˚ ✦

pairing: arthur morgan x f! reader

word count: 1k

a/n: Sorry this was late, it's been a madhouse around here. Anyways, i love this prompt and it makes me want a house cat SO bad. i also love grumpy arthur and if you couldn't tell already, domesticity is my roman empire rn.

cowboydisaster's christmas countdown: THREE days 'till christmas!

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“No.” Arthur growls, voice stern, resolve set. Your eyes are as big as dinner plates as you continue pleading and begging. Your lip juts out, even, testing his patience, shaking his resolve.  Arthur is notoriously bad at telling you no. When you’d asked for a second baby, he’d willingly agreed. When you’d asked for the house, and the farm, he’d made it happen for you. But this?

“Please, Arthur… Where else is he supposed to go?” You whisper so as not to wake the baby, sleeping soundly in her bassinet. 

“I don’t give a damn. Not here.” Arthur grumbles, placing his tools from work on the table. You follow him around the kitchen like a shadow as he opens and closes cupboards and drawers, putting away all his items from the day. 

Arthur is pointedly trying not to look at the little black ball of fur nestled in your arms. He’s afraid that if he catches a glimpse of those big, sad eyes, he’ll agree with you, and he’ll have an extra mouth to feed.

“Where’d you find it, anyways?” Arthur says, turning, sighing as you push the teeny kitten up towards his face, holding it under its little armpits. 

“I found him stranded on the road back from the market. Look at him, Arthur. He’s not well. We’ll have to feed him.” You plead. Arthur’s fingers pinch the bridge of his nose as he stops and turns around. You nearly run into his back, stopping just in time. 

Arthur gets a good glimpse at the little feller then. He’s just a little cat, probably only a few months old. He’s far too skinny, and his jet black coat is ruffled and dirty from the elements. You hold the cat out to show Arthur, and then he sees the little, white, crescent-shaped mark that adorns his forehead, right between his blue eyes. Arthur releases the bridge of his nose, sighing grumpily. When his eyes crack open, and he sees your pleading face, perfectly matching the cat’s expression, he gives up. 

“Goddammit, fine. Jus’ throw him in the spare room, n’ I’ll find him some fish or somethin’.” Arthur says, rather dramatically, in your opinion. You hold the kitten close to your chest, your spare arm wrapping around the man’s neck. 

“Oh, thank you, Arthur!!” You smile, kissing him quickly before popping down from your tiptoes. 

“Yeah, well don’t get all cheery just yet. We’re tossin’ him back out in the snow as soon as he’s good and healthy.”

— — — 

The rocking chair swings back and forth quietly. Your hand gently taps your daughter’s back, and you hum quietly. She’d woken you and Arthur up in a fit, hungry, raising her little fists into the air and giving you both hell. But now, her little belly is full, and a peaceful silence has fallen over the house once more. The moonlight streaking through the windows tells you that it’s early morning, and you sigh at another night’s lack of sleep. 

“Easy, baby.” You whisper, quietly and slowly standing from the rocking chair, swaying her in your arms until you reach her bassinet. 

“Good night, my sweet girl.” You whisper sweetly, pressing a kiss to her little forehead, brushing some peach fuzz out of her face. 

You push the nursery door open quietly, eager to find your place next to Arthur in bed again.  But a few steps down the hall,  you stop in your tracks, a familiar voice coming from the living room. 

“Yeah, well you’re a right bastard, y’know that?” Arthur whispers, and you suppress a laugh, peeking around the corner. 

Arthur is sitting on the couch, feet propped up on the coffee table. Laying on his chest, nuzzled against his thick arm, is the little kitten. He purrs loudly, eyes closed, awfully content in your husband’s arms. Your heart melts in its cavern at the sight, and you watch the scene play out with bright eyes. 

“The lady is puttin’ the lil’ one back to bed, I figure I might as well do somethin’. So, make no mistakes, partner. We ain’t friends.” He whispers to the kitten, but contrary to his harsh words, Arthur’s finger scratches gently behind the kitten’s ear, pulling deep rumbles and purrs from the little animal. A few moments go by with Arthur’s hand resting protectively on the little cat. 

“Y’know, you are kinda cute… But don’t tell the missus I said that. I don’t want her thinkin’ I’ve gone soft.”  

You suppress a chuckle. 

“I reckon we should call you Moon… cause you got a little one right between them big eyes.” Arthur hums, eyelids growing heavy the longer he rests on the couch. You clear your throat gently, making him aware of your presence before stepping into the living room. 

“Didn’t see you there.” Arthur says, sitting straight on the couch, cheeks tinted pink. 

“She’s asleep.” You smile, “I see you’re making friends.”

Arthur exhales sharply, a huff of a laugh, “Me and the cat? Nah, he uh– he wouldn’t stop hollerin’ so I tried holdin’ him.” Arthur excuses, hand still wrapped protectively around the sleeping animal. 

“Right.” You raise an eyebrow, “You comin’ back to bed, then?” 

Arthur hesitates, looking up at you, then down to Moon. 

“I’ll be in shortly, sweetheart. Just gonna stay out here a little longer with him so he doesn’t go wakin’ you or the kids up.”

You smirk, “Alright then, Arthur.” 

 A kiss is planted to his lips before you head to the bedroom, and he sinks back down on the couch with Moon tucked into his arm. 

Five minutes turn to ten, and ten to thirty. And when you wake up to start breakfast, your husband is still cuddled up on the couch. Snores fall from his lips, matching the time of little content purrs coming from Moon, sleeping in a little ball right on Arthur’s chest.  So much for not giving a damn. You chuckle to yourself.

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dec' x 31 - fireworks

Prompt: fireworks Pairing: sequins!joel x reader Word Count: 1,381 Warnings: mentions of alcohol, domestic fluff Summary: ringing in the quiet of the new year with Joel once the party is over. AO3: Linked

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The party's energy had ebbed away, the countdown was a memory, and the festive debris littered the living room in the form of gold tinsel and glitter. You’d seen off your guests, Sarah at her mother's so now it was just you and Joel.

The echos of the city's fireworks display could be heard from your home there in the suburbs, and with a quick glance out of the window, you could see the embers of sparks from the rocket you'd heard take off only moments earlier.

Sliding down onto the old worn couch, you tucked your feet up under you, your heels long ago traded for the Ugg slippers Sarah had bought you for Christmas. You suspected it had something to do with her wanting a pair of her own and used it as leverage with Joel. You weren’t going to complain, since they did well at keeping your feet toasty while looking pretty cute at the same time. 

Yawning, you debated if you could just convince Joel to leave you on the couch and sleep down there. The idea of not only trekking up the stairs but also the act of undressing also, made you yawn again just at the thought of the effort it required.

You looked up as Joel walked back into the room, he dropped down into the space next to you and welcomed your head resting on his shoulder. 

Joel spied and reached for the gold-coloured Stanley tumbler he’d taken note of out of the corner of his eye, “Whose is this?”

You lifted your head to look up just as Joel unscrewed the top and took a sniff of the drink inside, “Do you really need to ask?” you questioned with a raise of your eyebrow as Joel coughed, overwhelmed by the strong smell of champagne.

“Jesus,” he dared another sniff, “this is just pure champagne.”

You nonchalantly responded, “I think he added a splash of orange juice.”

He raised an eyebrow, “Just a splash?”

“Maybe just a thimble-full?” you joked.

Joel managed to screw the lid back on before settling it back on the side table, “How was he even able to walk out of here in a straight line?”

You sunk further into the couch and into Joel's embrace, “I think his tolerance level is beyond human, to be honest.”

Joel brushed off a smear of glitter from his shirt, “This fuckin’ glitter is everywhere, it's gonna be here until next New Year.”

You yawned again, “You can thank David for that.”

You didn't need to look at him to know he was rolling his eyes, however his fingers idly tracing circles on your arm, told you he was far from annoyed.

The quiet that befell the house was a comforting warm blanket thrown over the two of you. You were nestled against Joel, he had draped his arm around your shoulder, keeping you close. Less than an hour into the new year and it felt full of promise. This had been your first festive season together since you'd moved in at the start of summer. 

Taking the plunge from long distance to live-in had been daunting, but six months in and outside of the growing pains of adjusting to sharing space, it felt like the best decision you'd ever made. 

Silence gave way to quiet conversation, your hands gestured as you spoke about your latest project with a sparkle in your eyes. “...and I’ve got this Pinterest board for the office. I think we can make it functional for both of us to use it,” you explained, too wrapped up in your vision to notice Joel's attention had wandered.

He didn’t mind the details of your decorating schemes, the office being just one of many. It had been his, a space for nothing more than stacking unopened mail and random tools. When you moved in, conceding the room to you hadn't felt like a loss. But as you shared your plans for the house, expanding on projects he'd put aside, he realized at that moment it was more than just about the space—it was about the life you were building together.

His focus turned a sharp corner and became not the words you spoke, but the passion behind them; the way your nose crinkled with excitement, how your eyes lit up despite the tiredness that was evident, the fervour you carried into every aspect of your existence. Suddenly, he saw how your essence had transformed the house yet respected and elevated what he and Sarah had already created, filling spaces he hadn’t realized were void.

Amidst the quiet of the settling early morning hours, with the soft backdrop of the city's firework display and the promise of a new beginning, a wave of clarity washed over him. “Marry me,” he interjected, the words tumbling out into an impromptu proposal.

You stopped mid-sentence, your enthusiastic chatter suspended, as you turned to him with wide eyes. “What did you just say?”

His gaze locked with yours, “Marry me.”

The word “Yes” escaped your lips on a whisper before he could even ask again. The concept of marriage had been a dance of hypotheticals between you two, a path tread with caution due to scars of past relationships. 

However, it wasn’t a topic either of you shied away from. You both had just agreed that it wasn't urgent, a piece of paper couldn't trump the commitment of you moving states and into his home with Sarah. 

The two of you sat stunned as you looked at one another, “I don’t have a ring,” Joel confessed.

“Did you plan this?” you asked, wondering how you'd gone from discussing recessing the office wall space into the garage to accommodate some built-in bookcases to marriage.

He ran his hand over his bearded chin, the beard he could never grow in and held more flecks of grey than when you first met him years ago. A soft smile graced his lips, almost hidden by his hand.

“No,” he admitted, “I just–” his words trailed off, not one for grand gestures or even the purchase of birthday cards, at least not until he met you (and very much with the push of Sarah's insistence), he struggled to find the words. “Shit,” he cursed, “I've never proposed to anyone before, I'm sorry.”

You couldn't help but smile at his vulnerability. Joel, the strong, silent type, was laying bare his heart in a way that was both exposed and incredibly endearing. It was moments like this that reminded you why you'd fallen so deeply in love with him.

“It's okay,” you reassured him gently.

There was a pause, a comfortable silence that settled between you. Then, with a playful smirk, Joel said, “One day, I'll do this properly. With a ring, maybe down on one knee, all romantic and shit.”

You laughed, your heart light and full. “I'll hold you to that Miller.”

Joel planted a soft kiss on the top of your head, a simple yet profound gesture of love and commitment. At that moment, everything felt right.

The conversation drifted into a comfortable lull as the weight of the night began to settle in. The clock had crept well into the early hours of the New Year, and the exhaustion from the long evening of entertaining guests was catching up.

Joel let out a yawn, stretching his arms above his head. “I think it's time we called it a night, don’t you think?” he suggested, his voice laced with tiredness.

You nodded, feeling the fatigue in your bones. “Bed sounds perfect.”

He stood up, offering you his hand. As you rose, he pulled you close, his arm wrapping securely around your shoulder. You leaned into him, feeling the warmth of his body against yours, a sense of contentment washing over you.

As you settled into the comfort of the bed, Joel turned to face you, his eyes soft in the dim light. “I meant what I said, you know,” he whispered, despite the two of you being the only ones in the house, almost in fear that the moment wasn't truly to be believed. 

You smiled, reaching out to trace the lines of his face, so familiar and yet still so capable of taking your breath away. “I know.”

[violetfairydust]

Countdown to Christmas

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“All the defense I need is in my hands,” Allison said.

“You might not want to get too close, if you can help it. And that’s why you have these tools at your disposal to distance yourself.” The woman with a mom do from 2004 picked up something small. “Like this.” She sprayed the pepper spray the moment the AC came on. The pepper spray blew into Jackson’s eyes.

He screamed out in pain.

Allison gasped.

“What the hell?!” Jackson yelled.

Allison led him away from the area and found a bench to sit on. She had a water bottle in her bag she used to try to cleanse his eyes with.

“See? It really works,” the woman advertised to Cora and Isaac.

“You just pepper sprayed the district attorney,” Isaac said casually.

“It burns so bad,” Jackson complained. He groaned.

Scott and Malia wandered over.

“I got this soap for my mom,” Scott said uselessly.

“What happened?” Malia demanded as she looked at her brother.

Allison looked over her shoulder at the soap. It was liquid, so she squirted some into her hand. “He got pepper sprayed.” She slapped Jackson in the eyes with the soap.

“What the hell, Allison?”

“It’s supposed to take the sting out.”

Scott looked on, surprised. “That was for my mom.”

[rmbabydoll]

Countdown to Christmas Eve: a GentleBrava Tale

Presenting a story THREE years and THREE hours in the making…that might be going through several edits. Seriously, I have been sitting on this story ever since becoming a GentleBrava fan. I finally got it ready for Christmas so I hope you like it! And if anyone wants to give suggestions how it could be better, please give a like and comment. Merry Christmas!

Merii Kurisumasu!

The radio blared as Christmas Eve by Tatsuro Yamashita followed. It was December 1st and soon that special time of year again in Japan and a special first for a colluding couple.

Christmas Eve was nearing and Gentle and La Brava were set on spending the perfect Christmas Eve together.

“Good morning, my love.” Gentle greeted La Brava as he entered the kitchen to find her sitting at the set table.

“Good morning to you!” La Brava exclaimed, looking up from her laptop as she poured him some tea.

“What are you looking at?” He inquired as he walked over to her screen. La Brava quickly hid her tab so Gentle only saw her screen displaying a shopping page of gadgets and computer accessories.

“Oh, I’m just looking up some new hardware for video editing.” She fibbed “I really need to update some of my tools if I want to be ready for upcoming videos.”

Gentle looked skeptical but shrugged his shoulders. He also noticed a postcard at the table, but decided not to inquire about that as well.

“By the way,” Gentle began “What would you like for Christmas?”

“Oh all I need is you.” La Brava said flippantly.

“You have me everyday” he chuckled, hugging her from behind. “I want to get you something special. Something deserving of your loveliness.”

La Brava giggled, “I’ll give you my list soon. In the meantime, you do the same.”

“Yes mam’m!“ Gentle jokingly saluted.

La Brava rolled her eyes in amusement.

As Gentle started to eat, La Brava reopened her hidden tab to reveal her gift: an elegant mustache and beard grooming kit. It was perfect for Gentle and she couldn’t wait to order it!

Gentle, in turn, already had an idea for La Brava’s gift: a brand name laptop bag. He noticed a beautiful pink leather laptop bag with a bow at the shopping center that he thought was deserving of his girl. She didn’t always carry her laptop during their escapades, but he wanted to get her something that she could be proud to wear and use. It was perfect and he couldn’t wait to buy it!

The next few days, the pair prepared for the upcoming holiday, planning out how they wanted to spend Christmas Eve together.

“We have to see Christmas Illuminations!” La Brava exclaimed.

“I think it would be so romantic to go together and enjoy the lights!”

“Sounds wonderful, my dear!” Gentle responded. “If I may also suggest, I’d like to also get a Christmas cake as well for us to enjoy together.”

“Really? That’s what your looking forward to?” La Brava asked.

“…Well, I thought it would be a nice treat to complement a warm cup of tea.” Gentle said, unabashedly.

La Brava smiled, “Sounds wonderful”.

December 9th. The two began searching for a part time job to afford their gifts. Thankfully, it being imperative to hire part timers during the busy season afforded the opportunity to get a job.

“I found a job!” Both exclaimed as they met at a local tea place.

“Where?” Both asked

“Well, I can’t tell you” she said.

“It best be a secret” he said.

Both spoke over each other.

Gentle spoke up “It would be best if we didn’t run into each other so we can keep our respective gifts a secret.”

“Agreed.” La Brava said.

There was a pause before La Brava spoke, leaning her head on her hand.

“Gonna miss you during the day.”

“Me too.” Gentle responded, mirroring her sentiments.

December 15th. Everyday, Gentle and La Brava went to her respective part time jobs, Gentle being a postcard deliverer and La Brava a Christmas Cake seller, and in the afternoon, came home to each other.

“Everything good at your job?” Gentle asked as he and La Brava relaxed on the couch.

“Mhmm, busy, but good.” she responded.

“Only a couple more days and then we get to enjoy a perfect Christmas Eve.” Gentle mused.

La Brava squealed in response drawing Gentle’s neck down for a mock hug.

December 24th. Both said their goodbyes as they headed off to work. Once they did get off, they would go to customer pickup and meet each other at 7:30pm for the Christmas Illuminations.

6:00pm “Alright, enjoy your Christmas cake!” La Brava greeted after helping a customer.

Only an hour left of her shift and she would head to change and bring Gentle’s gift. “That’s weird…” her coworker mused.

La Brava looked to her co-worker. “What’s wrong Mika-San?”

“Our network is glitching. I can’t seem to use the touchpad.” Mika commented.

“Let me have a look…” La Brava said as she check the digital register.

The touchscreen continued to glitch.

“That is weird.” La Brava commented.

“Ladies!” The manager announced, rushing in from the back. “Our network is having technical difficulties! This could affect our incoming orders!”

“But we’re only supposed to work for another hour!” Mika panicked.

“I know, but this means we’ll have to think quick if we’re gonna serve the next rush of customers for Christmas Eve.”

La Brava could not be late for her gift pick up nor her date with Gentle!

Still…

“Leave the technical troubleshooting to me!” She told her coworkers.

“You two just worry about serving whoever comes in.” La Brava rushed to the back to her locker to grab her laptop. Something told her to bring it today.

Meanwhile, Gentle was on his break, going to pick up La Brava’s gift. Walking into the store, he browsed for a quick moment to see what else the store offered.

That’s when he noticed the man at the register. He pondered why the man looked familiar and realized he was someone he and La Brava had antagonized during one of their mischievous streams.

Before the man could notice him, Gentle walked quickly out the store.

“What am I gonna do?” he thought to himself.

That’s when he had an idea. A wonderful, awful idea.

Gentle went to the nearest convenience store and purchased a few things. Then, he went to the nearest bathroom and braced himself for a dire sacrifice.

“Hello, I’m here to pick up a gift. A pink laptop bag.” Gentle told the man at the register.

The man looked at him, squinting slightly at the clean shaven man before him as if trying to recall his face.

Gentle cleared his throat, trying to staying calm asking again for the gift. The man snapped out of his thoughts and gave his gift to Gentle. Gentle checked the time headed back to work, hoping his coworkers would bug him about his appearance.

All he could think was “My beautiful mustache…”

6:30pm “How it coming, Aiba-san?” her manager asked.

“It’s still not working! Something must be causing the whole system to crash!” La Brava exclaimed.

“Please keep at it! Our customers are not too happy with the delay” her manager pleaded.

“Understood…” La Brava resigned.

Grabbing her phone, she texted Gentle she would be a little late. Wait for me, Gentle she thought.

6:30pm Hearing from La Brava was the only consolation Gentle got from enduring the endless teasing from his coworkers about his shaven face, wondering why in the world would he spend his break doing so.

“Please stop bothering me about it. What’s done is done, alright?!” Gentle asserted and annoyed.

“Alright, Alright” one coworker relented.

“These are the final postcards to deliver. Finish these and you’re done for today.”

Gentle took the postcards and left to finish his route.

To be continued…

Next chapter

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52 SLEEPS UNTIL #CHRISTMAS! 🎅🎅

[timesofinnovation]

As autumn leaves begin to fall, the beauty industry has already pivoted towards the holiday season, showcasing a phenomenon that has transformed how brands connect with consumers. The rise of advent calendars as strategic marketing tools not only changes the gifting landscape but also enhances customer engagement and acquisition. Advent calendars, once limited to the countdown to Christmas, have gained immense popularity and are now viewed as a unique proposition for retailers to tap into a lucrative market segment. According to Trudy Arnold, the beauty and home director at Revolve, brands are keenly aware of the advantages that these calendars provide: they become part of a viral moment, particularly on social media, allowing traditional and online brands alike to reach a broader audience. This year's advent calendar offerings have already proven their worth in terms of engagement. Revolve's advent calendar for 2024, featuring more than $500 worth of products for a retail price of $150, is designed to draw in both existing and prospective customers. The hype culminated in over 30.3 million views on TikTok last year alone. This demonstrates not only the consumer interest but also the power of social media in driving product visibility. Emerging brands are also embracing this trend with outstanding results. Take Beekman 1802, for instance. The farm-based skincare brand claims its $179 advent calendar, promising a value of $403, acts as a "rocket" for customer acquisition. Approximately 50% of purchasers are new shoppers, and a notable 27% make subsequent purchases within 90 days. The approach employed by Beekman 1802’s CEO Jill Scalamandre highlights the thought process behind selecting products for the calendars. By including must-haves like full-size soaps and unique items such as Mushroom Milk Eye Cream, brands can drive both discovery and repeat business. Other prominent players like Charlotte Tilbury and Manicure Paris are leveraging advent calendars to appeal to their loyal customer bases. Tilbury's offering for $220 allows customers a second chance at products that may have sold out. This strategy not only retains customer interest but also enhances brand loyalty by showcasing sought-after items again. The tactical release of advent calendars starts earlier every year, with many brands opting to launch as early as September. The pandemic has reshaped consumer behavior; the changing shopping timelines and consumer eagerness to secure holiday items suggest a shift toward self-care investments. As Arnold observes, shoppers increasingly perceive these calendars as personal treats rather than just gifts. The trend sets a stage for brands to craft a unique narrative around their products, winning over customers even before the holiday season hits. For example, skincare giant La Mer and beauty powerhouse MAC have joined the advent rush, solidifying the appeal model across the industry. While the primary function of these calendars remains rooted in gift-giving, they have emerged as an imperative sales strategy, offering brands a dual benefit of sales boost and increased customer interaction. Brands have seen overwhelming success from this strategy, reflected in high sales rates on launch days. According to Charlotte Tilbury, the brand sold as many calendars on the first day as it did throughout the entire week of its launch last year. This strategy not only benefits established brands but also provides a platform for lesser-known names to enter the market with strength. For instance, Geske’s collaboration with Hello Kitty launched a range of beauty products, leveraging nostalgia while introducing innovative gadgets like LED light therapy facial masks, appealing to a fun and aesthetic-driven audience. The incorporation of unique collaborations assists in retaining customer interest, paving the way for cross-marketing opportunities. Looking beyond the festive razzle-dazzle, the continued success of advent calendars serves as a reminder of the evolving retail experience in the beauty industry.

The innovative approaches being taken showcase how brands are reconceptualizing their holiday offerings, and those who adapt swiftly reap the rewards. With the overwhelming appetite for self-care and product exploration, the advent calendar phenomenon is set to solidify its place as a mainstay in the beauty marketplace. The evolving landscape of beauty marketing needs to be closely monitored, especially as brands innovate to draw in consumers. This year’s trend is compounded by a unique blend of nostalgia, mall culture, and digital convenience, which could pave the way for a resurgence in traditional retail as well as continuous online engagement long after the holiday lights have dimmed. In summary, the introduction of these calendars signals not just a seasonal change but a shift in strategic marketing efforts. Beauty brands must continuously evolve and engage customers in meaningful ways, crafting unique narratives that resonate across platforms and establish long-lasting relationships.

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A Gift That Keeps on Giving All December Long One of the best parts of the 24 Collectible Countdown Calendar Bricks Toy is that it’s not just a one-day event—it provides kids with 24 days of excitement. Every morning, they can open a new door and discover a new brick toy, turning the entire month of December into a holiday adventure. This extended excitement makes it one of the best holiday gifts for children, ensuring that they remain engaged and entertained throughout the season.

Instead of focusing on a single gift on Christmas Day, this advent calendar spreads joy across the whole month. It’s a fantastic way to make the holiday countdown more meaningful and fun, giving children something to look forward to every day. And since the toys are collectible, kids can keep and cherish their mini-figures long after the holiday season has ended.

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Conclusion The 24 Collectible Countdown Calendar Bricks Toy is more than just a holiday gift—it’s a daily dose of fun, creativity, and family bonding. It offers a unique and exciting twist on the traditional advent calendar while promoting imaginative play and skill development. If you’re looking for the perfect holiday gift for kids that brings joy throughout the month of December, this advent calendar toy is a fantastic choice.

Make this holiday season extra special for the little ones in your life. Order the 24 Collectible Countdown Calendar Bricks Toy today and let the countdown to Christmas be filled with fun, creativity, and excitement!

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Days off aren’t something you’ll typically see on Mario Lopez’s jam-packed schedule, but the Chula Vista, Calif., native, who hasn’t slowed down in his 40 years in the entertainment business isn’t complaining one bit. “My goal is to be the Latino Dick Clark,” he laughs. 

Lopez is currently juggling a myriad of hosting projects, from his daily duties on NBC’s “Access Hollywood” and “Access Daily,” to his national iHeart radio programs “On With Mario Lopez” and “iHeartRadio Countdown With Mario Lopez.” But don’t think for a second that he has put acting on the backburner. His latest project is the holiday film “Once Upon a Christmas List” for Great American Family. Also a producer on the film, he co-stars with his wife of 11 years, Courtney, as well as their 11-year old son, Dominic. 

On top of all that, Lopez continues working on the brand bearing his name that includes men’s and boys’ footwear, childrenswear, personal grooming tools, sleepwear and loungewear, and men’s fragrance. Many still know him, however, for his breakthrough 1989 role as jock A.C. Slater in the teen sitcom “Saved by the Bell.” 

One event that Lopez will be making room for on his calendar happens on Oct. 10, when he’ll receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. “I’m incredibly honored and humbled. It’s just a wow, pinch me moment,” he says before taking a walk down memory at his four-decade career. 

It hasn’t been that long since you found out about your star. How are you feeling about it today?

It’s a huge deal. I was this little Mexican kid from Chula Vista. I remember when I was starting this business at 9 or 10 years old, and I would come [to Los Angeles] with my dad, and I’d come to audition. At the time, they used to have a ton of little hotels on Hollywood and Sunset Boulevard. That’s when it was really shady back then in the ‘80s, but hotels are expensive, and my dad worked for the city, so we’d stay at the craziest little hole in the wall hotels. But I felt safe with him. And now cut to, “I’m gonna have a star!” That is pretty wild. 

I couldn’t believe it. It’s across the street from Grauman’s Chinese Theatre and right in front of Wahlburgers. My buddy Mark Wahlberg is going to be one of my speakers, so he got a kick out of that. It’s also on my birthday and it’s during Hispanic Heritage Month, so I’m very excited. 

When you were that little kid, were you thinking long-term career thoughts?

I was a hyper kid and there was potential for trouble in the neighborhood I was in, so I was the only dancing, wrestling, theater, karate kid I knew. My mom and dad just put me in a bunch of different activities to keep me busy and out of trouble, so acting was just one of the many different activities that I had. But, no, I didn’t think anything like that. And I wasn’t one of those kids who wanted to be on TV. I just kind of fell into it… but, of course, I fell in love with it.

How beneficial were your dimples when you were a little kid auditioning?

I didn’t think about it when I was a kid, to be honest with you. I used to get teased when I was a little kid — “holes in your face” and all this stuff — but then later on, girls started liking them, so I didn’t mind so much. 

“‘Saved by the Bell’ started when I was 15 and ran for four seasons, and it’s still on today, which is a trip.” 

“Saved by the Bell” was the thing that took you to a whole new level. Is that how you remember it?

I was on a show for three, four seasons prior to that. [It was] sort of like “The Mickey Mouse Club,” called “Kids Incorporated” [with] Stacy Ferguson (who later became Fergie), Martika, Rahsaan Patterson and Jennifer Love Hewitt. Everybody sang, danced and played all the instruments. Then I did a bunch of guest spots, like “The Golden Girls,” a bunch of pilots and commercials. “Saved by the Bell” started when I was 15 and ran for four seasons, and it’s still on today, which is a trip. 

Were you able to enjoy the excitement about the show at the time?

We were actual teenagers playing teenagers, which I think is one of the reasons the show struck a chord with kids. We did it in the summertime because we were all minors, so it was like having a cool summer job. Then I went to a regular, big public school. I got to play sports and go to my prom and have a regular life when I wasn’t working. 

Some people like to put behind them the project that started their careers, but you never seem to mind when “Saved by the Bell” comes up, do you?

I mean, it’s a part of what I did, and I guess, who I am. I’m very grateful for that. And the fact that people still bring it up or watch it or they recognize me, that’s cool. I have nothing but positive things to say about it. 

What was the transition from teen star to adult roles like for you?

It was really difficult because, just like any person that’s on a show for a while, you get typecast and even more so when you’re a kid, because then it takes everyone a minute to take you serious as an adult. That’s why I always have a lot of extra respect for actors who were once child actors, because I know how difficult that transition is. I know how tough it is, so a tip of the hat to them. 

What is your advice to make it through that transition?

I’ve always been a bit of a hustler and had a strong work ethic and wanted to stay at it, but I didn’t necessarily want to just limit myself to acting, so I got into hosting and producing. The singing and dancing came in handy as well. I started to flex all those different creative muscles and was open to doing different things, whether it was Broadway or the hosting.

You starred on Broadway in 2008 in “A Chorus Line.” You hadn’t done anything as big as that on stage before. What was that like?

It was a blast and a bucket list thing. We did a six-month run, but I also met my wife on the show, so it worked out well! The last couple months were really hard because I was flying back (to Los Angeles) once a week on my dark days to host “America’s Best Dance Crew,” but it was worth it back then. 

Since you’ve also been producing for some time now, what do you think makes a good producer?

I like putting projects together and assembling the writers, directors, the rest of the team and the talent involved. I’d much rather have a producer hat on as opposed to having any desire to direct, because that consumes you a little too much. You’ve got to be a good people person because you’re dealing with a lot of different types of personalities, so I think that comes in handy. 

Your children are now getting into the business, what advice or guidelines do you give them? 

I’m not necessarily trying to encourage them but I’m not discouraging them either. It just so happened that some of these scripts had kids in them and I thought it’d be kind of fun. If I didn’t think they could pull it off, I wouldn’t put them in. But my son shows a little more of an inclination to want to it more. My daughter Gia is more fascinated with behind-the-scenes stuff.

“I like to say my Mount Rushmore is of the four f’s — family, faith, fitness and food.” 

Once you got married and start having kids, did that change how you looked at your career trajectory?

It made me want to focus more and do more because now I have responsibilities other than myself. As far as the content that I was putting out there, that’s why I got into the holiday space because it’s all about family. I like to say my Mount Rushmore is of the four f’s — family, faith, fitness and food. 

You turned 50 last year. How are you feeling about it today?

It was a little nerve-racking and seemed daunting leading up to it, but then I thought, “Well, it beats the alternative.” I don’t want to not be turning 50. And, damn, 51 is around the corner. But I feel good and grateful for everything that’s going on and for being in the game still after all these years. 

What would you tell your younger self when you were just getting started in the business?

That there’s always time for all the other shenanigans. Work hard, stay focused, try to do the right thing, and eventually the right things, I think, will happen for you. 

Since fitness has always been a big part of your life, what do you notice about keeping fit in your 50s?

I try to do a little something every day and I always say I train more for sanity than vanity. The problem is [that] I’m going just as intensely as I did in my 20s, but my body’s not able to keep up all the way, so injuries become a little bit more frequent. I’ve got to learn how to dial it back and when to rest and to take care of it a little bit better. You can’t continue to do the same thing. 

You mentioned your bucket list. It seems like you’ve checked off quite a few, but what’s left?

I love doing what I’m doing. I want to continue to be able to do that. I probably just kind of amp up more of the producing stuff and be able to tell more cool stories. 

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The Science Behind Brewing: Exploring the Beer Periodic Table

The Beer Periodic Table is an innovative and educational tool that organizes various beer styles in a format inspired by the classic periodic table of elements. This unique chart visually categorizes beers based on their characteristics, brewing methods, and flavor profiles, offering beer enthusiasts and novices alike an engaging way to explore the diverse world of brewing.

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Similar to how chemical elements are arranged by atomic number and properties, beers in this table are grouped according to their common traits. For instance, lighter lagers might occupy one section, while hoppy IPAs dominate another. Each "element" in the table represents a specific beer style, complete with its own symbol, typically derived from its name.

The table often includes key information for each beer style, such as alcohol content, bitterness levels (measured in IBUs), color (using the SRM scale), and country of origin. This allows users to quickly compare and contrast different beer types at a glance.

Beyond its educational value, the Beer Periodic Table serves as a conversation starter and decorative piece for bars, breweries, and homes of beer aficionados. It can help drinkers expand their palates by identifying new styles to try based on their preferred characteristics.

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While not standardized, various versions of the Beer Periodic Table exist, created by different beer experts and organizations. These tables continue to evolve as new beer styles emerge and gain recognition in the ever-growing craft beer scene.

Xmas gifts for beer lovers offer a range of options to delight enthusiasts during the holiday season. Popular choices include craft beer advent calendars, featuring 24 unique brews to countdown to Christmas. Personalized beer glasses or steins add a special touch, while high-quality bottle openers or corkscrews serve as both functional and stylish presents.

For the homebrewer, consider gifting brewing kits or equipment upgrades. Beer-themed apparel like t-shirts, socks, or hats make fun stocking stuffers. Unique items such as beer soap or shampoo offer a quirky twist on beer-related gifts.

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Book lovers might appreciate guides on beer styles or brewing history. For a luxurious option, consider a beer tasting experience or brewery tour voucher. Lastly, curated beer gift baskets combining select brews with complementary snacks provide a ready-made tasting adventure.

These thoughtful gifts cater to various interests within the world of beer, ensuring a merry Christmas for any beer aficionado.

Beer Lover Day is an annual celebration dedicated to honoring the world's most popular alcoholic beverage and those who appreciate it. This unofficial holiday typically falls on September 7th, providing beer enthusiasts a perfect excuse to indulge in their favorite brews.

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The day often features special events at breweries, pubs, and bars, including tastings, brewery tours, and beer-pairing dinners. Many establishments offer discounts or limited-edition releases to mark the occasion.

Beer lovers use this day to explore new styles, share their passion with friends, and learn more about brewing history and techniques. It's a time to raise a glass and toast to the rich culture and diversity of beer.

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Know The Amazing Features Of Magento 2 Promotion Bar

Major Features Of The Magento 2 Promotion Bar Module A Magento 2 promotion bar is a highlight that allows you to display promotions on your eCommerce site. Promo bars are often found at the bottom of all of your pages. It allows you to display information like discounts, deals, rebates, free shipping, and more. 

A few allow you to include a countdown clock to inform customers how much time they have to get a deal! This Magento 2 notification bar can create urgency before a holiday such as New Year's, Christmas, or Easter, as well as other sales events such as Cyber Monday and Black Friday. 

They can also be employed during specific seasons of the year, such as when you have Spring sales or Mother's Day deals. You can also display the Stock Clearance Sale here to attract more users to buy your products. 

Show an unlimited number of promotional bars on the page 

You may use Promo Bar to display numerous promotion banners on your store pages. It enables you to promote many sales campaigns or notifications simultaneously. Customers can be adequately informed about all the sales and discount programs occurring on the site if many banners are displayed simultaneously.

Add a condition to the auto-display of promotional bars

One of the fascinating features of the Magento 2 Promotion Bar plugin is the condition application. Shop administrators can establish conditions for displaying the promotion bar from the backend. 

For example, when a consumer adds Women's T-shirts to their shopping basket, the "50% Off on Women T-shirts" promo bar will be displayed. Furthermore, the promo bars can be customized based on the requirements for each period. When that time comes, the promotion bar will appear automatically.

Magento 2 notification bars Are Simple To Create

A promotion or notification bar is an efficient tool for attracting customers and increasing sales in your store. As a result, its appearance is crucial. Recognize that the Magento 2 Promotion Bar extension provides ready-made eye-catching templates for store owners to employ. 

Consequently, administrators can utilize it directly or alter specific aspects in the templates if desired. While designing promotions or notification bars, you have complete freedom in content and color. Furthermore, this module includes variables for fully and easily customizing the bars.

Promo bars in a slider or individually

Slider and Separate are the two choices for displaying many promo bars on the same page. With the Separate option, promotion bars in the same position will be ordered according to their priority level. 

The remaining option shows all the bars in the same location one after the other, and the fading effect is used to modify the bars. One type can be chosen to show the promotion bars appropriately depending on the themes of your store site and the number of promo bars.

Put promotional bars in any location on the shop website

When store owners have finished designing an appealing appearance for the bars, they can install them wherever they like. Aside from the preset options of placing the promo bars at the top of the page or content, the admin can also use a snippet to customize the bar's positions. After saving a bar, you can show it by pasting the snippet code into any position on your store's website.

Schedule the display of promotional bars

The Magento 2 promotion bars can be easily set up to begin running at an appropriate moment. The start and end dates of a promo bar's valid time can be specified. During this time, you can set the promo bar to close or reopen on a specific timetable.

For example, the promotion bar will close after 1 minute and reopen after 5 minutes. Customers may become irritated if promotions are constantly displayed. As a result, a smaller gap time could make the promo bars more user-friendly.

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Best Christmas Countdown PPT Presentation

Get This countdown PowerPoint template can be a great tool if you need to update your students about the upcoming holiday season. Visit Slide Egg PowerPoint gallery! Use this Christmas Countdown template for your Presentation.

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Christmas Is Here But Have You Got Your Christmas Hamper Yet?

We are aware that winter is here & winter not only invites you to open your closet and wear your winter jackets and sweatshirts. But it also gives you a signal that the year is about to end soon and an invitation to various kinds of occasions. One of it being Christmas Parties & New Year Parties, but the question would not always be what you would be wearing for your Christmas party. But it would rather be what cocktail would you try this year's end & below are some suggestions which you can explore in the category of cocktails. Whether it be a house party or a public party :

  Bartisans Christmas Gift Hampers

 As the year is about to end new year resolutions are about to be taken soon. However, you have one last countdown to enjoy your Christmas party with a boom. But do have the right ingredients and accessories for the same. If not then below are some amazing gift hampers you can explore to make your Christmas & New Year Parties much cooler and happening enough: 

  Rock Your Party Gift Box

 Apart from just the cocktail premixes, rock your party gift boxes comprise 6 different cocktail mixers. Cocktail mixers by the name Abracadabra, The Embrace, Memento, Summer of 2000, Take a Chance, Liquid Gold, Pie Time, Classic Mojito, Classic Margarita, and Classic Sour you can choose any mixer out of it for your party gift box. Apart from these you even get a jigger, a cocktail spoon, and a customized concrete coaster. Making it a perfect cocktail mix kit for your Christmas and new year parties which includes both mixer and a small bar tool kit. And if you are looking out for such cocktail premixes and a bar tool kit to make the best cocktails at home for your house party. Then you can buy these cocktail mixers or cocktail premixes at cocktail mix kit.

  Christmas Experience Kit

 If you already have a bar tool kit and a bar counter at home. Then all you need is a great crowd and some great cocktail recipes to make your party rocking and memorable. But every cocktail has its chemistry of ingredients which goes well in specific cocktail recipes only. However, it's not just ingredients that play a pivotal role in making the finest cocktail. It is the types of cocktail premixes that allow you to explore various cocktail recipes. If you are looking out for such cocktail premixes so you can make the best cocktails in home for your house party. Then you can buy these cocktail mixers or cocktail premixes at cocktail mix kit.

 Apart from the above categories of mixer drinks like cocktail premixes, mixer cocktails, or bar tool kit sets. If you are looking out to buy a bartender cocktail mixer then Bartisans is a one-stop solution to buy cocktail mixers or buy cocktail shakers online to have a great indoor or outdoor party.

 To know more: https://www.bartisans.in/collections/experience-kits

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Ways to Ring in the New Year

These are activities are perfect if you have little ones! Make New Year's Eve eventful and fun for the kids and parents too.

It seems like we can just lump year 2020 and 2021 together and a bit of 2022 with that. We are all hopeful for 2023.

Your new normal may be a little different again this year. If you are looking for ways to make New Year's Eve eventful for your family, scroll down for some ideas!

Make your own countdown

Little ones don't need to wait up until midnight. You can make your own countdown by planning a simple activity every hour to count down to bedtime. Kids will enjoy things like a dance party to their favorite songs or karaoke. Arts and crafts can also keep them busy like cutting out a snowflake.

Start a memory jar

Look back at the year that has passed and recall your favorite memories. Sit down with your family and write down good things that happened, fond memories, and anything positive from 2022. Younger ones can draw their memories and you can transcribe their stories at the back of the drawing. Drop all your papers in a mason jar. You can add happy thoughts as they occur in 2023. You can also open up the jar for some good vibes when tough times come.

Create a family vision board

A vision board is a collection of photos, magazine cutouts, bold text, and inspirational quotes that helps you visualize your goals. It has shown to help you reach your goals faster than just writing or talking about them. This is a great tool for little kids as well. For younger ones, goals can be skill-related such as learning to tie their shoes or writing their names. You can also make a vision board for the whole family such as places you want to visit or something you want to save up for.

Take the party outdoors

You can enjoy the cool weather and earlier nights during this time of the year. Take your kids out for a walk to see the Christmas lights in your area. You may also have the chance to go to a park and see some stars or enjoy the cool breeze somewhere. You can cap off with some hot chocolate and marshmallows at home.

DIY a photo booth

A photo booth can give you lots of memories of your family NYE at home. Set up a backdrop and gather props such as hats, scarves, glasses, and oversized jewelry. Snap as many photos as you can!

Host an NYE party at home

Make some mocktails and cocktails, bar chow, and buy some party hats and noisemakers!

Put a slideshow together

Make movie night your very own home movie. Put a slideshow together of your favorite memories and snaps from the year that passed. Sit down with some popcorn to watch and relieve moments with your family.

Set up a balloon pop game

Fill up one balloon for each hour of the day with confetti and a small treat or a message. Blow up your balloon and stick it to a board or the wall. At the start of the hour, let your kids pop the balloon to receive the surprise inside. It's a great way to countdown!

We look forward to seeing which ideas you will try this year! Share your photos with us on Instagram or Facebook by tagging @playworks.ecc or using the hashtag #PlayWorksForUs

Wishing you all a prosperous 2023!