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thecapricunt1616 · 10 months ago

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Sunflower 🌻

Syd x Carmy one-shot

♡ Summary: A/U where after graduating from the CIA at the top of her class, Syd goes on a food tour in NYC & ends up hooking up with the most talented CDC, at the best restaurant in the world.

♡ W/C: 3,434

♡ Posted Date: 04/12/2024

♡ A/N: This is pure filth I tried adding some plot- I hope it turned out the way I saw it in my head. As always requests are open - for SydCarmy, CarmyxReader as usual! I hope you enjoy :)

♡ Warnings for BTC: Smutsmutsmut nsfw 18+ - Oral (m receiving) , Barely edited bc we die like men.

➵ 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭 ♡

Sydney Adamu had just graduated top of her class at the Culinary Institute of America. She’d been hunkering down with her dad, for a long four years, she was desperate to get out of there. She already had a plan all set up.

She’d take the last bit of money her grandfather had given her for college, and make a catering business of her very own. It would be dedicated to her parents, (of course) Syd’s hopeless romanticism was thanks to their perfect, beautiful love story of course. She’d known since sophomore year of culinary school - Sheridan Road would be her baby.

She’d settled on this idea - with any possible odd’s and ends money she’d made during her CIA training - she’d go out for as long as it would last her. She’d learn, study, and observe, then- create her catering business, with the confidence she’d gotten a taste of the very goal she had, a star. Well - three would be absolutely fucking insanity to her- but one? One she felt like if she had it? Her father would believe she was in a real line of work, instead of just happy she was perusing her own happiness.

It was the perfect plan in her mind. She’d already set aside the amount of money, with extra safety net, for all of the licensures, and documentation she’d need- as well as her commercial kitchen rental she’d make the food out of. Then - with the extra 5k she had left over, she booked a full food tour of the most prestigious, luxurious restaurants in NYC.

She’d planned the tour 6 months before she graduated, since the 3 restaurants wouldn’t even accept a reservation if it wasn’t made out any later then that, and when she walked the stage, 3 days later she was on the train into the city.

She’d be staying at a decent hotel for 12 days. Each day, she’d be having one large meal including an app, two main courses, 2 cocktails, and 1 dessert from a Michelin starred restaurant. She would be staying 4 days for 1 star, 4 for 2 stars, and 4 for 3 stars.

The schedule was as followed;

Monday - Hirohisa *

Tuesday - Dirt Candy *

Wednesday - The Musket Room *

Thursday - The Red Paper Clip *

Friday - Atera **

Saturday - Jungsik **

Monday - Saga **

Tuesday - Daniel **

Wednesday - Per Se ***

Thursday - Le Bernadin ***

Friday - Masa ***

Saturday - 11 Madison Park ***

When she’d got off at Penn station- she was nearly vibrating with excitement - she quickly brushed passed people grabbing their obnoxious suitcases in the overhead compartments.

“Sorry! ‘Scuse me! Fuck- shit sorry- exscuse me!!!- whoops! Sorry- scuse me- aah! Ugh- I Didn’t mean to- oop- oh- Jesus!! Excuse me!!” She rambled, frustration building in her chest. Getting off The L wasn’t this hard- why did Amtrak feel worse?!

She took a deep breath, her nose scrunching.

Mm. So instead of cow shit - smog, I feel at home already.

She’d thought to herself as she briskly walks with the crowd towards the exit she meant to take onto fifth.

She slipped her wired headphones into her ears, texting her father

‘made it!! Love you daddy!!’

Before opening her Spotify, hitting one of her comfort albums, Broken Clocks, as she walked briskly outside - the crisp city air hitting her like a ton of bricks.

She leaned against the brick of the McDonald’s next door, avoiding the streams of people going down and up the sidewalk, taking a deep breath. She’d not been to New York before, she’d grown up in Chicago- been to the city more times then she can count, but the suburbs were her home. Being in the city- and let alone- a city like Manhattan versus Chicago- she was looking around, trying to gather her wits - and quickly. She clicked the maps application on her iPhone 7, tugging her umbrella out of the water bottle pocket of her backpack and tucking it under her arm as she typed the address to her hotel and clicking for the walking directions.

It honestly kind of pissed her off that each day’s food was better than the last. She’d wanted to not give a shit about stars and just focus on giving people an experience to remember - but it was cut & dry that now that she’d tasted this kind of food - she was going to do whatever she could to become as talented as the chefs that made it.

But - she hadn’t even tried the best yet.

The best, the best, THE best.

She honestly couldn’t believe she was going to be trying the food from Eleven Madison Park - but she couldn’t help but be so nervous. Every other Michelin starred restaurant she’d been to - the dress code was Formal attire. But this one? THE best restaurant in the fucking world? Oh- they just say on their website ‘many of our guests dress up for the occasion, but we do not have a dress code’

Her entire trip, She’d been cycling through 2 very different floor length gowns. One of which she wore to her graduation, and the other she’d found at Windsor on sale but it did the job. She didn’t wear luxury attire often, okay? She was too busy being Culinary school for Christ sakes! And tonight she couldn’t for the life of her choose which one she’d wear.

This being because she was attending a main dining room tasting, which was ten courses. Easy, luxury dining courses were stupidly small. But- she was also trying their bar tasting menu which was an extra four courses. Sitting at a bar in that stupid fluffy dress for two hours would not be comfortable. But- again- best. restaurant. in. the. WORLD!!!

She knew for a fact that she would be mad at herself if she got there and everyone around was dressed to the nines, but - for comfortability sake she went with the simple silken red gown.

The front of house service was literally perfect. She was glad she’d brought a new notebook, because she’d never have had enough space to take all the notes she was taking tonight in the one she’d been using the majority of the trip. Their staff was very casually mannered, and they made it very easy to order. Everything was very calm and comfortable, the furniture felt very luxurious in the sense of comfortability.

After she just had the best meal of her entire life, she knew she had to speak with the person who made it. Her mind was blown for lack of a better word. The food was fucking incredible. She had a rule to keep herself able to taste as much as possible: she was only allowed one bite of each dish, but here- she couldn’t just limit herself to one. Each dish she was taking 2 even 3 bites- but when she got to the sunflower dish? It was brilliant. She finished every bite, she couldn’t not. It would be sinful to waste it. And the only thing on her mind was that she had to talk to the chef who’d made it.

Her waiter comes back to her table, giving her back her card and receipt.

“Thank you for dining with us this evening, have a wonderful night” he told her

“Thank you- Um- may I speak with the chef who made the sunflower plate please? I’d like to pay my compliments in person if possible.” She asked hopefully.

“Of course, that would be Chef Carmen- give me just a moment I’ll go get him for you” he nodded and headed back to the kitchen. She looked over her notes, remembering the questions she’d wanted to ask about the dish.

Carmen, she wondered if he’d been named after the saint. His talent was surely straight from the hands of the Mother of Christ.

Shes interrupted from writing in her notebook by a husky, silvery voice

“Excuse me- I was told you’d like to speak to me, I’m Chef Carmen, I made your sunflower dish this evening.”

“Hey- I’m Sydney - that dish was- ” she stood up to face him- and when she realized who was in front of her, her heart began to race. Of course, she’d thought, of course - only a JBA contestant could come up with a dish so ingenious.

“Oh- um…Hi.. Hello- you’re like -” she blinked a few times, in utter shock. “You’re Carmen Berzatto“ She swallowed thickly.

Sydney was obsessed with this industry- she stalked the JBA website every year to see who would be nominated, dreaming that some day she’d be on that list. Being even nominated would allow her to die happily feeling as if she’d won a fucking Nobel Prize. That was how much she respected those damn awards.

“I am” he said and cleared his throat nervously.

“Well- firstly congratulations on your nomination- you like- if it was up to me you’d win because that sunflower dish was-” they’re interrupted by one of the food runners coming over

“Chef Carmen- Chef Daemon requests you in back of house now.” she said urgently, the girl looked like she was on the brink of tears as she continued taking the tray of food over to the table it was meant for.

“So sorry, i’d love to hear what you have to say but uh…” he trailed off.

“Yeah- yeah- sorry, sorry I wont keep you-” she said and he shook his head a bit

“No- no- um… I mean -” he wouldnt usually be so bold, but his ass was going to literally be kicked if he didnt get back there in the next 5 seconds. “I’m gonna go out for a smoke at 11:15. If you wanted to keep talkin’ ill be there” he said before heading back to the kitchen.

Sydney was nearly shaking - there were so so many things she wanted to ask him. She also realized he was much - infinitely hotter in person - how that was even possible? She remained unsure. She had reapplied her lipgloss and her perfume, nervously pacing back and forth along the sidewalk.

She hears the back door open and she looked over, out emerging the greek god incarnate she somehow got so lucky as to run in to tonight. “Hey!” she said with her famous warm smile.

He didnt return it, actually- he looked pissed. She swallowed thickly, rubbing her lips together nervously “Hey - sorry again I uh- fuckin’ boss” he muttered, fishing his cigarettes out of his pocket.

“No- don’t apologize please, I totally get it. I mean, you're the CDC at literally the best restaurant in the world. I wouldn’t have bugged you if I knew, I mean- my table, like- I’m not a critic..I guess I should have clarified cause of the notebook thing but they usually are more…low key? I thought? Do they usually just come and whip out a notebook? That would make it easier I think… But nonetheless I’m so so grateful to have been able to eat a meal that-“ she rambled on anxiously but he stops her.

“You talk when y’nervous” he said with a small smirk, lighting the cigarette between his lips and inhaling, leaning against the brick.

“Uh-” she stuttered, her face feeling hot suddenly. “Sorry- I’ve uh… i’ve been told” she chuckled a bit, taking a few steps towards him and leaning on the brick only 2 feet or so between them.

“It’s charming, y’smoke?” he offered her the pack with a red top, she looked down at it.

“I don’t- not- not yet anyways” she joked, crossing a slim arm over her waist. He couldn't help but realize how the action made her breasts more prominent.

“You’re a chef?” he asked, taking a drag of his cigarette.

“Yes! Yes- well.. Just graduated, not working anywhere yet- I’m going home soon to try and start my own catering thing…” she explained and he nodded.

“Where’d y’graduate from?” he asked, exhaling the smoke away from her direction.

“CIA - 2 weeks ago, Valedictorian actually, y’not the only chef around here with street cred” she joked and he chuckled.

“Really? Word. Thats sick, good job. Y’said y’re headed home? Where’s that?” he asked, taking another drag of his cigarette.

“Chicago! Can’t wait to get back, Hudson life is… not for me- I forgot how convenient public transportation was” she said.

He raised his brows in surprise, “Chicago huh? Thats my old home base.” he said

“I know! You’re actually… really famous did you know that? Like- they talk all about you during lectures, you’re the new golden child of the culinary world” she teased and he rolled his eyes playfully.

They’d been inching closer and closer without realizing throughout the whole conversation, she was now so close that she could see the barely there scar on his cheek, her focus locked on it. His gaze was locked on her plump lips and he was imagining how they’d feel around his cock.

“I do unfortunately - you’ll learn soon enough that praise means being a target in this industry.” He said

She bit her lip, meeting his striking blue eyes once again. “I really meant to tell you earlier was that sunflower dish was the best meal i’ve ever had. And i’m not just…sucking your dick because you’re you - I knew that before I knew you made it” she laughed a bit.

He followed suit, “Well if you want to- i’m not gonna say no.” he said and her eyes widened a bit, feeling her core pooling with heat at the idea. Of course he was half joking. It was so sudden and out there he would have never expected her to indulge him.

“I mean- here? What if your boss comes out?” she asked, a bit quieter as if she was trying to assure they’d not be caught.

He nodded towards the row of 12-wheeler trucks parked 50 or so feet away. “Haven’t moved in 6 weeks” he shrugged casually “Lead the way Chef” she motioned with her hand, a frisky smirk on her lips.

“Holy fuuuck” Carmy groaned, pushing his cock deeper into her tight hot mouth. “Y’like takin cock like this mmm? Y’like bein’ my little fuckin slut?” he muttered, thumbing away the warm tear that was gathering in the corner of her right eye. “So fuckin’ good f’me-” he growled, moaning at the wet gurgling noises emitting from her.

She swallowed around him, looking up at him with tear-filled dark lustful brown eyes, widening her jaw further and tonguing over the pulsing vein on the underside of his length, gently squeezing his thighs to urge him further.

“Y’want me t’fuck y’throat? Mmm? Dirty fuckin girl” he gathered her braids into his fist, wrapping them around his palm and roughly tugging her off.

She whined hotly, the sensation of his rough hand sending waves of pleasure through her being. “Please” she said wantingly, tonguing over his slit before wrapping her lips around the tip of his head in a sensual kiss.

He took his thumb, pulling her jaw open wide and thrusting into her mouth with a satisfied grunt. “Y’know-shhhit y’know what? I think this is the only way t’shut y’ass up? Mmm?” he inhales sharply as she pushed his foreskin back and spit on his exposed sensitive tip.

“Jesus fuckin-” he sharply inhaled through his teeth as she gently grazed her teeth over the sensitive head, his abs clenching in pleasure and hips quivering from the overstimulation “fuckin-h-aaaa-ahhh-mm-shhhhit-jesus fuckin christ” he whimpered, his head falling back against the metal with a sharp bang as she took the flesh into her mouth, flicking her tongue sharply over the weeping tip before smoothly sucking over the buzzing stimulation. He knew if she kept up the act he’d be filling her mouth with his seed within seconds.

“S-sooo fuckin filthy - y’want my cum in y’throat? Mmm? Little fuckin whore- h-holy-oh god- i-” he nearly suffocated her as he buried his cock further down her throat. He reached down, his fingers rubbing along his thick length buried in her warm tight throat.

“F-fuuuuuck- ah- oh shhh- mmm- thats it- thaaaaaat’s it- good fuckin girl” he grumbled, roughly and sloppily guiding her head in such a way that the noises being made if it weren’t her he would think theyre overdramatic and disgusting. He also didn’t know where the hell all of this talking was coming from.

Normally in the bedroom, he was quiet. Very quiet. The only way the women he was with knew he’d enjoyed himself was if he even came at all. Sex usually wasn’t about his own pleasure since in the presence of another he found it so hard to get off - it was more about giving him imagery that would help him later in regards to finishing.

“You are so fuckin good at that huh? You take my cock so well such a good fuckin girl” his jaw goes slack as she put her hands on his hips to steady him and slowly sinks her mouth all the way down to the hilt, her eyes shut in focus.

She gently rubbed her thumbs over his hips, swallowing around his length in a way that made whimpers fall past his lips he didn’t know he could make himself. “Holy shit y’fuckin- oh- ohhh fuck” he grunts as she takes one of her hands and begins massaging his balls and looking directly into his eyes, pulling off his length to breathe and gently pushing the foreskin back, kissing over the sensitive flesh with her plump lips.

“You can fuck my face- but deepthroating after a meal like that is pretty hard, id love if I can keep it down” she said, even with spit running down her chin, teary eyes, and swollen lips - she still looked adorable to him.

“Sorry- sorry” he muttered, loosening his grip on her hair “keep doin’ that fuck yesss” he breathed out as she swirled her tongue around his head. He thrust in and out of her mouth, gradually moving faster but being careful as to not slam into the back of her throat.

She stroked the bottom half of his length with her other hand, eyes closing and doing her best to swallow around him all the excess saliva that was dripping down her throat. She hollowed out her cheeks, looking up at him as she slowly and carefully sunk down once again, keeping her eyes locked on his.

“Mmm-shhhit-I’m fuckin-“ he groaned, his knees nearly going weak and head falling back with a thud. Blood roared in his ears, his hands shook slightly from the tension rolling off him in waves.

She nearly choked at the amount rolling down her throat. She pulled off slightly, swallowing - more like gulping, assuring to hollow her cheeks and swirl her tongue as she pulled off with a pop as to not waste any of the sweet salty mess.

“You- you- you are fuckin crazy” he breathed, looking down at her.

She wiped off her mouth, chin, and neck with a tissue she’d kept in her purse before saying “I’d say you’re crazy, “ she got off her knees, picking up the chefs coat he had thrown down for her to kneel on, to which she insided it out before she did so it wouldn’t show any dirt. “If I had that coat? It would never touch the floor” she shook it off carefully.

He quickly fixed his pants “he’s a friend it doesn’t matter I can always get a new one” he countered, putting the coat back on and buttoning it.

Her eyes widened “friends?! How the hell did you run into him?!” She asked.

“You- y’re into fashion ‘n shit?” He asked and she nodded enthusiastically

“Are you fucking kidding me?! Thom Browne is insane all his shit Is absolute fire. I wish I could afford one of his jackets like- it’s totally a dream wishlist kinda thing” she took some gum out of her purse.

“When do you uh…go back?” He asked.

“Tomorrow. Headed to Chicago on Wednesday” she said and he nods.

“Oh- yeah okay..It was uh…it was nice t’meet you” he said awkwardly “I should probably um..” he trailed off, clearing his throat nervously.

“Totally- yeah great to um…great to meet you too chef.” She nodded

“Could I um…” he rubs the back of his neck anxiously “could I maybe get y’r…” he trails off, cheeks pink with embarrassment.

“My number?” She asked, grabbing her phone out of her purse.

He nodded, cheeks bright red with embarrassment “yeah sorry-“ he mumbled

“Yeah- if I can get yours” she teased, clicking open the blank contact screen

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pcttymcrlecu · 1 year ago

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dreams of someone ✒︎ m.barzal

summary: all lina’s dreams seemingly had come true – and then she met mat in a time where they both needed ... someone

featuring: mat barzal, lina thorne (oc), sydney esiason martin, and the rest of the martin family in mention

word count: 3.8k

warnings: none -- there is a ton of food mention though especially of the baked variety

dedication: this little one shot was written for bre (@fallinallincurls) for demi's winter fic exchange!

the last time ii wrote about mat was two or so years ago so please give me some grace. but writing this was the exact challenge that i needed so i really did enjoy writing it for you and adjusting it to suit your desires. so, i hope it meets your expectations and that you enjoy it!

and a little dedication as per always to demi (@wyattjohnston) for hosting and understanding that life sometimes happens.

It was a typical opening morning for Lina Thorne. She’d woken up at 4:30am, showered and got herself ready for her shift. It was a quick morning stroll to her place when the city that never sleeps was a lot quieter than and the sun was still well below the horizon and wouldn’t be painting the skies until the first batch of cookies was in the oven. The woman couldn’t hide the yawn that left her mouth as her key slid into the lock and the front door to the store opened.

Lina never imagined that she be living the dream in New York City, especially since her dreams of staying out in the big city upon finishing her internship with her mentor never came true. Instead, she found herself dreaming of what life in the big city could be for her, working in a bakery out in Boston honing her skills and surprisingly making herself seemingly at home. She had been referred for the position by her mentor despite his own wants to let the young chef go. Working her way into management and securing respect and acknowledgement in the pastry world. All an up-and-coming pastry chef could ask for. It wasn’t until during a prep day that her boss mentioned a position that she was put into consideration for that would lead her back to the city of her dreams and training not only as a baker but rather the head baker of the newest branch of the bakery she’d happily called home for the last three years.

However, as stood in the commercial kitchen under bright cool lights, being able to say she ran the little bakery on the island, she couldn’t help but pat herself on the back. The nerves had initially consumed her and although her boss and the owner of the bakery had been around for training of staff, prepping for the opening and the grand opening itself. Almost as soon as the store was open and running within the week, she was then solely in charge. It was days like this, however, that she loved the most. Mornings where she was able to get back into the very reason why she got into baking in the first place. It was a time when she could take a moment to herself and just breathe. Especially on a day like today when she had a big order to fill out, for none other than one of her newest friends in the neighbourhood.

Lina’s eyes flitted towards the clock, keenly aware that it was fast approaching time to slip the decorated sign on the door and let customers know that they were open. She had since been joined by two baristas and two of the bakers who were due to take over from her once the store opened up whilst she got her deliveries done before working through paperwork. The shout from one of the aforementioned baristas shook her out of her haze as she iced the cookies in front of her. Calling out for a moment, she finished up the cookie she was decorating before placing the pining bag down and reaching for the dishtowel.

Walking out into the front, she sent a smile to the two college students who were pulling down chairs and wiping tables before her eyes landed on a familiar head of hair tapping their fingers against her counter. Pulling a face of confusion, she moved towards him dropping the dishtowel.

“We’re not open yet.” She spoke before crossing her arms as he turned towards her. A smile that she could only describe as cheeky sat on his lips as he gave her a little shrug before leaning towards her.

“I was told to pick up a cookie deliver. Sydney’s orders,” He spoke with amusement filling his words, “There’s no saying no to that woman.”

“Mat, Syd’s order is set for delivery.” She wasn’t quite sure if she believed in what he was saying but it wasn’t in her nature to be unkind.

Lina had met Mat by chance and obviously all thanks to the woman currently in question. Sydney and a couple of the other wives and girlfriends of the Islanders had dropped by for a coffee date from which Sydney had made it her newest spot and was happily welcomed by the bakery’s staff as a regular. The more time Sydney spent in the establishment, the more opportunities she got to speak with young women and truly it was hard to say no to that woman. Before she knew it, she was being invited to dinners, and girls’ nights – she had even frequented hockey games which was something she hadn’t done since she was in culinary school. The late nights of the games just didn’t align with the early morning that was required of her at the store. It was one of the rare late nights she had free when she was invited by Sydney to a dinner party at the Martin residence and she had run into Mat. The story according to Syd was that Mat was only invited because of a recent break-up and them wanting him to be around people who loved him and wanted nothing but happiness for him. It, and Lina will quote, “is not a matchmaking setup” like other introductions to Sydney’s male friends of the same age as the baker had been.

The two had been seated next to one another and Mat’s glum mood had caught her attention. But not knowing anything of his current situation and maybe having had a little too much fun doing unplanned pres with the hostess with the mostess gifting her looser lips than normal, she had made a remark about his apparent brooding. A thought she assumed was just that but upon hearing the chatter quieten down a little, she realised her words most definitely left her mouth. Slowly lowering her glass to the table, she turned to apologise to the male beside her when the snort that he let out left her sorry and confused. It was all quickly replaced with intrigue when he shot back with a retort of his own, prompting the two adults into a comfortable and playful argument. It was that moment where instead of anticipating the presence of a certain blonde every day, she noticed a certain brunet make a place for himself at the table closest to the counter by the display case.

The baker had been warned against Matt’s teammates but none other than Matt himself. She’d gotten the idea that Matt was keenly aware of his wife’s ability to befriend people and more importantly take them under her wing, if how quickly she was welcomed into the family dynamic of Martins was anything to go by. Regarding dating, who was she to question a man who spent most of his time with said teammates, she doubted she’d ever even meet and if she ever did, so many faces pass through her doors, she wouldn’t even remember them. Which is why the hockey player who had chosen to make himself a fixture had initially garnered a little apprehension from her but without fail, he always came in and grabbed a coffee (and a cake on those days he chose to treat himself), his a seat and left when he was all done, never without a generous tip. He was kind enough to her staff and even kinder to the other regulars who were in at the same time as him, so she let him be. All business is good business, even though she knew for a fact there were coffee shops much closer to his apartment, the arena and even the practice facility. But who was she to complain.

She couldn’t remember when it started but she eventually started joining him when he’d visit in the mornings. Their chats were surprisingly something familiar, and comfortable, like talking to an old friend. They joked and teased but most of the time they just let go. It had been a couple weeks since they first met, and it wasn’t until the second week of them sharing a drink that he’d actually opened up about why he was looking so glum the night they had met and why he was hanging around her café. How he got her store details from Sydney and how he was drawn to the fact that she didn’t handle him as though he was fragile. How all he had wanted when it felt like someone he cared about deeply had uprooted him from his very foundation was normalcy. And that’s what Lina gave him. He was just another friend of a friend to her; he was just Mat to her. Not heartbroken Mat, not healing Mat, not even NHL superstar – Just Mat.

“Well, you’re not all that Mathew.” She had stated to which he could only respond with a soft ‘Exactly’. Ever since that moment, they had shared ample time with one another both in and outside of his coffee trips. And despite the time Mat has been spending within their four brick walls, it was still a surprise to see him at the store before opening.

“Can’t be, she sent me a frantic message at 7 telling me she needed a favour and who am I to fulfil my favourite uncle duties,” He explained before sending a wink her way, “Anything for Winnie.”

“Yeah, she lied to you,” She answered, giving him a double pat on the shoulder and a short cackle before moving over and opening the gate for the man, “One time only, might as well put you to work.”

The two of them made their way to the kitchen and while Mat went to wash his hands (not before Lina pointed a firm finger towards the sink to gently direct him to do so), Lina grabbed him a free apron and tossed it over his shoulder. Moving back to the station where the last of the cookies were waiting to be decorated and then packed away for delivery.

“So, what can I do?” Mat slipped the apron over his head as he leaned over to observe the spread of baked goods before glancing back over at her. His confident smile slowly slipped off his face as she grabbed a piping bag and handed it over to him.

“I line, you flood.”

“Didn’t you train like three years for this?” Giving the bag a gentle squish and frowning when no icing flowed out.

“It’s basically impossible to mess it up, it’s like colour by numbers,” She explained softly as she grabbed a pair of scissors and snipped the end of the piping bag while adjusting his hand to make sure no icing was wasted. Pulling the cookies, she was previously working on in front of him all lined and ready to fill in front of him, before gesturing towards the piping bag and gesturing back to the cookies. “Match the flood colour to the line colour. Winnie does it all the time.”

“While I know that’s not really true, the dig hurts.” His free hand flew up to his chest in mock hurt before laughing and finally putting icing to cookie with an almost amusing amount of concentration.

“Get filling pretty boy, I will not have my little princess disappointed.”

The two of them worked almost like a well-oiled machine. It almost felt like she was back in culinary school, helping out with the younger years. They weren’t always perfect, but their hearts were always in the right place and if there was one thing she had learnt about Mat was that his heart was always in the right place. Almost to a fault. The whole bravado he put on was more like a mask. At least in front of her. He never had any walls up with her, but he definitely had worn the walls she constructed when she moved down. She always knew that those walls had to come down eventually, but she definitely didn’t expect it would come from a chance encounter with a random stranger. The girls and her staff had done their fair share and warming her up and making her feel at home but the first time she ever truly let herself be with no pretences and no fears of being judged and not fitting in was sitting in the store over a cup of coffee with Mat.

Before long, all the cookies, cupcakes, and the grand finale cake of it all were packed into the refrigerated bakery van ready for transportation to the Martins' house, where preparations, if the texts and calls she had received from Sydney were anything to go by, were well underway. Despite Mat’s pleas to drive, Lina kept a firm hold of the keys until they were safely parked in their friends’ driveway. Grabbing her garment bag from its place hanging in the backseat, she walked up to the front door. Mat’s knuckles were knocking against the wooden door as Lina reached him up on the front step. His eyes were drawn to the bag in her hand, and he couldn’t help but bring up his curiosity.

“What’s with the change of attire?”

“As if I’m going to spend the rest of the day in clothing that’s covered in powdered sugar, flour and dried batter and dough. Plus, if I’m going to be around kids with surprisingly sticky hands, I’m going to start with a fresh slate.” Her words were light and humorous and before Mat could even attempt a response, the door opened and a hand was wrapped around Lina’s wrist, pulling her into the house quickly.

“Thank goodness you’re here, I need your help.” The blonde in front of her pulled her to the side before aggressively motioning to Mat who was still pulling his shoes off. He almost comically pointed to himself before looking behind him only to be physically pulled into their little huddle a second later, “There’s so much left to sort out and both Alice and Winnie want pancakes. Help Matty and I out?”

“Don’t think I’m your guy, I’mma just –“

“Of course we can help, go do what you need to do,” Lina responded, grabbing onto Mat’s arm before he walked away. Sydney gave her a smile and with a blown kiss, she was gone. Once her friend was out of view, Lina’s hand swung up to Mat’s shoulder, “Really?”

“What?” He was greeted simply with a shaken head as she slipped her own shoes off along with her jacket before she walked into the kitchen. Pouting at the lack of an answer, he followed her quickly “What?”

Mat watched as she made quick work of pulling out the necessary ingredients and equipment for the pancakes. Pulling up one of the bar stools, he settled into a routine that was very much a typical evening for them. Since he frequented the store so much, Lina had decided that for all the real estate he was taking away from her other customers, he had to give something back and that was how he became her official taste tester. Once, every other month they’d get together and along with a constantly refilled glass of wine (courtesy of Mat), she’d bake all her experimental recipes and flavour pairings on him. It was one of the things that she loved about him. She loved simply baking with no pressure of it being commercially viable and nothing is better than baking for someone who is more than happy to consume. Even if it means she has to put up with the constant whining about how her goods are going to make a certain someone work harder at the gym.

The two worked in a comfortable quiet, Mat had put music on the Alexa quiet enough not to disturb anything happening in the other parts of the house. Mat was picking at the tester pancake before he hopped off the stool and made his way over to the cupboard and pulled out the Nutella and a spoon, before settling himself beside the baker who was humming along to the music.

“What happened to all that ‘I’m a disciplined athlete’ talk?”

“I’m just a man and you’re out here teasing me with all those amazing treats you made me decorate and now you expect me to not have at least one spoonful of chocolatey goodness?” Forcefully scooping up a spoonful of said spread, her pointed it in her direction for a moment before shoving it in his mouth, “You have too much faith in me.”

“Oh, now that is pushing it,” She said flipping one of the pastries onto a plate before turning to face him as she poured more batter on the hot plate, “Would you please just cut some strawberries and stuff?”

Although it wasn’t without complaints, sure enough, they were working side by side. Lina flipping pancakes and Matt cutting strawberries into quarters as they quietly spoke about their weeks, catching each other up on their respective TV shows.

“You know this is what I miss the most.” Lina hummed in question at his statement, only slightly inclining her head in his direction, “I miss just having someone to talk to. To exist with. To be with.”

Silence flooded through the pair as her head turned towards him as he continued chopping the fruit, a bittersweet smile on his face. She took a deep breath as she felt a wave of emotion flood through her as his words processed in her head. Her hand was on the dial, turning the heat off and placing the spatula down. Her words came out as an unsteady breath as she turned fully towards him. “Oh Mat…”

“I know I’ve already talked you to death about … that situation but –“ Mat lowered the knife but still made no effort to look in her direction and shook his head slightly before huffing out a quiet laugh, “It’s not just that you didn’t treat me like I could break but the time we spent together, the conversations we had. It almost felt like having someone again. Except this time, it was in the shape of friend – someone I can’t lose. Until I kept getting to know how wonderful you are.”

The words to comfort the man in front of her were proving difficult to come by so Lina simply stepped towards him and did the only thing she could think of, wrapped her arms around him. With one arm around his back and the other holding onto his arm, she laid her head on his arm and gave him a gentle squeeze.

“I’ve done the whole break up thing before I don’t know why this time it was difficult. I guess I got too comfortable with the wrong person, I don’t know but I know it was wrong now. I knew it was wrong the moment I had coffee with you for the first time because you made me feel more heard and all you were doing was entertaining a customer who wouldn’t leave your store.” She couldn’t help the laugh that left her, giving him a whole-body nudge and shaking her head as it pressed against his bicep muttering a soft ‘not true’.

Lina felt Mat’s head move to look towards her, moving her own to look up at him but keeping him in her soft hug. She would never admit it to him, considering the subconscious promise she made to herself upon finding out he was still working through his breakup. Their eyes met and he couldn’t help the smile that floated onto his lips until a little embarrassment covered his face, “Sydney didn’t tell me to come and collect Win’s treats, I just hoped if I turned up, I wouldn’t have to share your attention with your customers.”

“I’ve told you before Mathew you never have to be jealous of customers taking me away from you. I’ll always be there for you,” She muttered, pulling away before turning him until they were chest to chest, “I know we joke but I truly will always be there for you. Maybe covered in icing but always there.”

“And I you,” At his words, she wrapped her arms around his neck giving him a proper hug.

Inhaling deeply, she felt him do the same as his arms wrapped firmly around her trapping her between them, not that she was complaining. Her mind rushed through the past couple weeks of her life since meeting the man and she couldn’t believe just how close and open she had got with him. There were people she’d met during culinary school and knew for 4 years and worked with in Boston for 3 years who didn’t know as much about who she was outside of the kitchen as Mat did, and she’d barely known him for a couple months.

He had an interest in getting to know her and just wanted to sit and speak with her, whether or not he had his own ulterior motives for appreciating her company, they bonded. They spent a lot of time together doing nothing more than talking in their own little world. Lina would go as far as to say that she knew him and not just superficially but at a much deeper level and she could entirely feel what he was saying about how being with her feels because she felt the exact same way. Releasing him from her hold, she was suspended on her toes as Mat took a little longer to pull his arms away. She laughed softly, keeping her hands perched on his shoulders as she looked up at him with a soft and gentle smile.

“You bring me peace too,” She whispered, letting out a breath as she steeled herself to admit her truth to him, something that she’d become very comfortable with so what did she have to lose this time, “I love being your someone, because you’re my someone.”

If Mat was smiling before, the smile that took over her face at her words was rivalling the sun. A deep sigh left his mouth, and it was almost like all the tension that had filled his body since he started speaking had been loosened instantly. His shoulder dropped as the tension fell away and his hands found hers up on his shoulders, holding them tight between them. He went to speak but a shout of ‘LiLi’ filled both of their ears from the living room. Touching his forehead against hers, they both laughed gently as the shouts got closer and more frequently. Pushing back up on her toes, Lina pressed a firm kiss to his cheek before pulling away. Giving him one last peck on the cheek before she properly pulled away.

“Later?” He simply smiled at her question as the sound of small footfalls got closer.

“Later.”

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Disturbing bodycam video captured the moment a trained mental-health specialist was fatally shot by a veteran Virginia cop just seconds after she charged at him with a knife and repeatedly slashed him.

Sydney Wilson, 33, was fatally shot by Fairfax County officer Peter Liu in the hall of her apartment building in Reston, just outside Washington D.C., on Sept. 16 after cops were called to carry out a welfare check on her, police said.

The graphic footage, released by police on Monday, showed an “agitated” Wilson opening and then abruptly slamming her door in the officer’s face after he knocked just after 10 a.m.

After nearly three minutes of trying to convince her to re-open the door, Wilson suddenly emerged in a bathrobe, calmly asked “How are you?” — and then immediately brandished the kitchen knife, the video shows.

“Oh Jesus Christ!” the officer gasps, backing away as the towering 6-foot-tall attacker followed.

Wilson, who just months earlier posted proudly about being certified to provide adult mental health first aid, was then caught on camera swiping at the officer — knifing him in the face, police said.

The cop, a 14-year-old department veteran trained in crisis intervention, quickly pulled his firearm and backed up down a dead-end hallway, according to the bodycam clip.

A crazed Wilson, who worked as a leasing operations manager for a commercial real estate firm in DC, was filmed coming towards the officer with the blade held above her head as the officer repeatedly shouted for her to “back up.”

Just seconds later, the knife-wielding woman repeatedly stabbed the officer in the face — prompting him to open fire, cops said.

The attacker was shot three times before she collapsed to the floor, the shocking video shows.

Police Chief Kevin Davis said the officer did everything he could to de-escalate the situation but was trapped in the dead-end hallway when he opened fire.

“It could have been much, much, much worse,” Davis said as he released the clip.

“The slash, gash and slash wound he received was at the top of his forehead.”

Wilson was pronounced dead after being rushed to a nearby hospital, police said. The officer, meanwhile, was treated in the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

“Any loss of life is something that we all mourn,” Davis said.

“The person whose life was lost in this particular case is no different; she has a family and friends and loved ones who love her very much, who care about her and undoubtedly are grieving and upset and we acknowledge that and we pray and our thoughts are with this particular family.”

The video of the shooting emerged just months after Wilson revealed in a post on LinkedIn that she had become certified in “adult mental health first aid.”

“As a people manager, mentor, teammate, friend, big cousin, daughter … the list goes on, it’s important to be able to help / identify challenges in myself and others. I think this is the greatest act of love,” she wrote in the post.

“With mental health awareness month starting May 1 (today), the timing feels right,” she added.

Wilson, who attended Georgetown University on a basketball scholarship, became a motivational speaker to young female players after graduating, according to her online obituary.

“Sydney’s legacy of friendship, empathy and love will live on in the hearts of everyone who ever met her,” the obit read.

Meanwhile, the officer who fired the fatal shots remains on administrative duties amid an ongoing investigation into the fatal shooting.

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ciaomarie · 10 months ago

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My first attempt at fan fiction in forever.

*Release the Carmy: First Scene out of the Freezer.

The sparks subside, and the pungent smell of hot metal rushes past the door as Tony finally pries the freezer open. Carmy bursts out, nearly knocking him over, deeply inhaling the warm air like a person almost drowned. The kitchen was a symphony of voices, fire, and metal when he was initially trapped. Now all is quiet, and the atmosphere, which had been thick with anticipation, has evaporated. He missed it. The climax and closing of their first night. Worse, he might have irrevocably damaged two, no three, relationships.

Tony tells Carmy he'll be back by tomorrow afternoon with the parts for the freezer handle and slips out without waiting for a response.

"Carmy, here! Are you okay?" Sydney says, suddenly appearing at his side, offering him several warm dish towels.

He blinks slowly and stares for a beat. An irrational thought flickers through his mind, and he nearly reaches for her instead. It would be nice to be warmed by her. Maybe the peace he felt earlier today thinking of her would last longer if they touched. No, he'd made enough mistakes tonight.

Instead, he takes the towels, burying his hands and his face before answering

"Yes, I'm good. I'm so sorry, Syd...I swear I won't let you down again."

Sydney just nods. She thinks he missed his calling doing commercials for the ASPCA. Forget the puppies or Sarah McLachlan. One look at those sorrowful blue orbs, and people would throw their money at him.

"Carm, it's OK. We made it. Thankfully, you screwed up on friends and family night instead of tomorrow. I only threw up twice!"

"Oh, Syd...."

"Don't worry about it. Thank you for believing in me," she says, looking down at her new custom chef's coat that she thankfully was able to shield from her vomit.

Carmy nods, grateful that of the three people he disappointed tonight, he hasn't lost her. Everything else he'll figure out in the morning.

"So... you want to go grab some pie?"

"Uh....okay. Yeah."

Sydney turns to get her coat, pursing her lips together to prevent a stupidly wide smile.

Carmy looks up and around The Bear. This will be his home, his life, until the debt is paid. Instead of feeling like a cage, it feels really good. Sydney will be here.

End.

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hauntnowpod · 11 months ago

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Hey ghouls,

It's Monday again, which means it's time for our 4th and final cast announcement for season three.

May we present...

The inimitable Marnie Warner, who is back as Eulalie's sister, Parker. What would this haunting even be without the sibling drama?!! Marnie Warner is a Chicago based theater and voice actor. You can hear her in podcasts across all genres, including Hit the Bricks, H.G. Wells Has His Regrets, Morland P.I, Where the Stars Fell, and Two Flat Earthers Kidnap a Freemanson. When not doing theater-type things, she’s probably reading, going out for breakfast, or looking at cats on the internet. For more information, visit her website at marniewarner.carrd.co/

Mihai Matei joins us this season as Cemetery Ghost and Poltergeist 4. Mihai is a London based VA whose hobbies include DnD, games and cycling. Find Mihai on Twitter @MihaiMateiVA

Natalie Hunter, returns as one of the voices of The Apartment! Natalie Hunter is a voice actor, singer, and screenwriter, and works as a research administrator by day. She is passionate about storytelling, the ocean, her cat Luna, and coffee. Find Natalie online at nataliehunter.carrd.co

Nick Mercer joins the haunting as FF House Ghost 1 and FF House. Nick Mercer is a voice actor and audiobook narrator with an incredibly versatile narration style, ranging from “friendly, positive guy next door” and “intelligent, articulate professional.” His background prior to voiceover includes Theatrical Performance, Music Production, Sales, and Education. Nick lives in North DFW with his beautiful – and genius – wife Corrie , their daughter Zoey, and their two dogs, Maisie and Loki. When he’s not firefighting or performing voiceovers, Nick loves watching anime, playing D&D, and platinuming FromSoft titles. Find Nick online at NickMercerVO.com

Paul H. Rollins is back as Nick, the gruff brute-squad member of You Haint Seen Nothin' Yet. Paul is a musician, aerosol artist, and cat caretaker with a M.S. in Microbiology.

Ray O'Hare joins us this season as Bill, McMansion, and Longfellow's ghost. (Oooh, there's that morbid Victorian poetry, huh?) Ray has over 20 years of professional stage experience, and as a voice actor has appeared in video games, animation and audio drama. He lives in the Boston area with his wife and daughter, and past jobs include toy demonstrator for FAO Schwarz, historical reenactor, and graveyard tour guide.

Roanna Cruz joins us this season as Poltergeist 5! Roanna is a bilingual Filipino American voice actor based in Los Angeles. Whether it's a commercial, animation, game, or audio drama, she just loves collaborating on productions and having fun in the recording booth! To learn more about her, visit RCruzVO.com.

Sian Luxford joins us this season as Professor 1! Sian Luxford is an actor based in Sydney, Australia. After working in screen acting for over two decades, Sian decided to take the leap into voice acting in 2023, and quickly fell in love with it. Sian is thrilled to be joining the amazing cast of The Way We Haunt Now. Find Sian online at sianluxford.com

Sneha Kumar joins us as E. Drawing Ghost 3 and the Airport Gate Attendant. Sneha Kumar is a voice actor who has been in the field since 2018. She mostly focuses on character work, but is always interested in diving into other areas of voiceover work. Along with being a voice actor, she is also a singer, self-taught dancer, a cosplayer, and currently attends Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) for sound design. She is very excited to be a part of the cast and deliver a wonderful performance! Find Sneha online at https://skumarvoice30.wixsite.com/sneha-kumar

We're so delighted Tal Minear is returning as Myrtle, who's GOING to make the rest of You Haint Seen Nothin' Yet think about the consequences of their actions, dammit! Tal is a SoCal based voice actor, sound designer, and fiction podcast producer. They're the creator of Re: Dracula, Sidequesting, What Will Be Here?, and several other productions that can be found hiding under rugs and around corners. Tal can be heard in audio fiction shows such as Tales of the Echowood, Mayfair Watcher's Society, Deconstructive Criticism, and more. Find them online at talminear.com

Tarek Esaw joins the haunting this season as Poltergeist 3! Tarek Esaw is an Arkansas-based voice actor with a background in theatre. When they are not drowning in schoolwork or struggling at their 9-5, you can catch them at a D&D session or binging horror movies. Their voice can now be heard in the audiodramas Among the Stars and Bones as Hudson Desha, Tales From the Fringes of Reality as Sparrow, and the upcoming animated pilot Myths in Manhattan as both Julius and Pour. Find them on Twitter: @TarekEsawVO

Tim Lowe is back as our weird and wonderful radio host, Jon Harker, who, hmmm.... no.... spoilers. You'll just have to listen to find out. Tim is a podcaster and voice actor who has appeared in numerous shows. He regularly hosts Minds at Yeerk and has made several guest appearances on shows such as Judging Book Covers and Panelology. He has appeared in a variety of shows such as The Lafresian Chronicles, Tunnels, and Haunted Hell House of Horrors. He can be found on Twitter @Remobware which he will be more than happy to explain if you tweet at him.

Trenton Butt joins us this season as E. Drawing Ghost 1. Trenton Butt is a twenty-one year old voice actor, finishing their final year of college while also pursuing voiceover at the same time. They have been featured in various award-winning video games, indie animations, and trending podcasts, as well as being a published author. When not in the booth, they can be found either bothering their dog Letty, or playing video games. Find Trenton online at trentonbuttvoices.com

And that's it, folks. That's our slate of ghosts, ghouls, haunted humans, and show-within-a-show characters for season three.

I'm pretty sure this cast is the best one there is to be found in the void, and I can't wait to show you what we've created... sometime this month.

Yours ghoulishly,

Courtney

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luxviewwindows · 1 year ago

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Two-Person Home Lifts in Australia: A Guide to Adding Luxury and Convenience to Your Home

Gone are the days when residential lifts in Sydney were meant only for luxurious homes. Now, they are more reasonably priced and easier to integrate into a wide range of houses, especially those needing to be more accessible. And it's not just about mobility limitations anymore. Families with young children, pet owners, and anyone who simply wants a more convenient way to navigate a multi-story home can truly benefit.

For most homes, a two-person lift will be perfectly adequate. But with so many options out there — from hydraulic and electric systems to capsule home elevators — choosing the right one can seem overwhelming. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about adding a residential lift in Sydney to your home.

Electric traction: the most common choice

Many Australian homes are opting for electric traction for their two-person lifts. These residential lifts in Sydney often feature a gearless drive system, which makes for a smoother and quieter ride. Plus, the compact control system requires minimal space during installation, and they're generally easier to maintain than hydraulic elevators. As long as your home has enough space to accommodate the lift shaft, electric lifts can be a fantastic choice for a two-person elevator.

Customising hydraulic lifts for homes

Hydraulic lifts rely on hydraulic fluid to run the lifting mechanism. Although more common in commercial buildings, reputable manufacturers and installers can customise them for homes.

Save space with compact lifts.

If you’re looking for space-saving residential lifts in Sydney, capsule-style and platform home elevators may be for you. These options use a total of around 1 square metre, while the cabin space can be as small as 800 mm. These elevators are often provided for two-floor homes. Plus, they are electronically driven to run on rails, so they may not need a shaft.

Customise your home lift.

There are many ways to customise residential lifts in Sydney to suit your home and preferences. From the cabin design and door types to accessibility options, lighting, and safety features, it will be easier to compare custom additions when you work with the Lift Experts.

The Lift Experts has a platform to simplify choosing two-person home lifts in Australia. Fill out their Get Quote form and receive a carefully curated selection from two or three well-known manufacturers.

About the Company:

Lift Experts is Australia’s trusted provider of mobility solutions, offering a wide range of products designed to improve accessibility and convenience. Committed to quality and customer satisfaction, Lift Experts provides expert advice and top-tier products to meet the unique needs of its clients. Whether for your own house, or if you are a builder looking at an apartment lift, Lift Experts delivers reliable, tailored lift solutions across Australia.

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Garage Door Sydney – Sydney Garage Doors

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At Sydney Garage Doors, we specialize in garage door replacement, garage door installation, and garage door opener services. Our expert team ensures smooth installation and long-lasting performance, delivering top-tier craftsmanship and reliability.

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What Are the Top Window Types Offered By Sydney Window Suppliers?

Windows are immensely helpful in increasing the aesthetic beauty of a property, and apart from being a vented barrier; they also enhance the property’s resale value. These vented barriers provide fresh air, sunlight and a clear view of the outside world. All the window suppliers in Sydney have an incredible range of window installations available for all types of properties. These vendors recommend polycarbonate windows for added durability and robustness. But there are a few things to consider before purchasing, and we have listed them below.

What Factors To Consider While Choosing Window Installations?

Choose A Window Style That Complements Your Property’s Architecture

• Pre-Decide The Area Where You Want To Install The Window

• Pre-Determine How Much Ventilation Is Required In The Rooms

• Look For Windows That Enhance The Overall Aesthetics Of Your Property

• Considering these factors, you will come across a wide range of windows discussed below.

Single Hung Window Installations

These windows come with two sashes in a hung window, and the upper sash is fixed while the lower sash can be moved, and this way, it gets its name of single hung windows. It is the most commonly used window type for new home constructions, apartments, buildings and office spaces. Windows manufacturers offer them between $100 and $300 per window.

Double Hung Windows

The only difference between single-hung and double-hung windows installation is that the sash can move up and down for added ventilation and more light. They cost between $400 and $600, and the benefit is that they are very easy to clean. According to window manufacturers and top-rated window suppliers in Sydney, it can be used in any room in your home or office.

Casement Window Installations

These windows are fixed to the frame by one or more hinges at one side and open outwards to the left or right. It is mainly used in kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms and is an excellent choice in Australia due to its design and ease of operation. Their cost at Sydney windows manufacturers is between $300 and $600 per window. It is acclaimed for high-quality ventilation.

Awning Windows

The first thing you will notice about them is their safety from any weather conditions while allowing proper ventilation. These windows are hinged at the top and swing from the bottom. They ensure that no rainwater will come inside your home or office, even if the windows are open. The average market price is between $325 and $895 per window. They are ideal for rooms that need more ventilation and adequate moisture protection.

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marshalllogistics · 3 days ago

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Marshall Logistics Dubai: Your Trusted Partner for Door-to-Door Cargo Services Worldwide

At Marshall Logistics Dubai, we specialize in providing reliable, efficient, and affordable door-to-door cargo services to meet all your shipping needs. Whether you’re sending goods from Dubai to Pakistan, Dubai to the UK, Dubai to the USA, or anywhere else in the world, we ensure your cargo reaches its destination safely and on time. As one of the best cargo companies in the UAE, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and freight services.

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7 Types of Cleaning Services For Your Property Maintenance

Keeping your property clean is essential, whether it’s your home, office, or commercial space. Regular cleaning keeps your space looking great and helps maintain its value. Different types of cleaning services are available to meet the needs of property owners. In this blog, we will explore 7 types of cleaning services in Sydney that can help with property maintenance.

1. Regular Home Cleaning

The most common type of cleaning service is regular home cleaning. It involves cleaning your home on a regular basis, such as weekly or biweekly.

What’s Included?

Dusting surfaces like tables, shelves, and counters

Vacuuming and cleaning carpets and floors

Wiping down windows, mirrors, and other glass surfaces

Cleaning the kitchen and bathroom

Regular home cleaning is perfect for busy families or individuals who want to keep their home looking fresh without doing all the work themselves.

2. Deep Cleaning

Deep cleaning is a more thorough cleaning done less frequently than regular cleaning. It’s a great choice if you haven’t cleaned your home in a while or want to ensure every corner is spotless.

What’s Included?

Cleaning behind and underneath furniture

Scrubbing floors and tiles

Washing windows inside and outside

Cleaning kitchen appliances like the oven and fridge

Deep cleaning helps remove dirt and grime that regular cleaning might miss, leaving your property sparkling clean.

3. Move-In/Move-Out Cleaning

When moving into a new home or apartment, or moving out of your old place, a move-in/move-out cleaning service can help make the transition easier. This type of cleaning ensures the space is clean and ready for the new occupants.

What’s Included?

Cleaning inside cabinets and drawers

Washing walls and baseboards

Cleaning all surfaces in kitchens and bathrooms

Vacuuming and mopping floors

Whether leaving a property or settling into a new one, move-in/move-out cleaning helps create a fresh and clean environment.

4. Post-Construction Cleaning

After a renovation or construction project, your property will likely have dust, debris, and other messes left behind. Post-construction cleaning is necessary to make the space livable and ready for use again.

What’s Included?

Removing dust from all surfaces

Cleaning windows, doors, and frames

Cleaning air ducts and vents

Disinfecting all surfaces and floors

Post-construction cleaning can help you eliminate the mess and reveal the beauty of your newly renovated property.

5. Office Cleaning

Keeping your office clean is essential for creating a productive and professional environment. Office cleaning services ensure that your workplace stays neat, which helps employees stay focused and healthy.

What’s Included?

Emptying trash cans and recycling bins

Cleaning desks and workstations

Vacuuming and mopping common areas

Disinfecting high-touch areas, like doorknobs and light switches

Depending on the size of your office, office cleaning services can be scheduled daily, weekly, or as needed.

6. Commercial Cleaning

Commercial cleaning is designed for businesses, retail spaces, or large facilities. These services are more extensive and often involve larger cleaning teams to maintain the property.

What’s Included?

Cleaning floors and carpets

Dusting and sanitizing high-touch surfaces

Cleaning restrooms and kitchens

Window cleaning

A clean commercial space helps create a welcoming environment for employees and customers, making commercial cleaning an essential business service.

7. Window Cleaning

Windows are often overlooked in regular cleaning but can make a big difference in how your property looks. Window cleaning services focus on washing both the inside and outside of your windows, improving the overall appearance of your space.

What’s Included?

Washing windows inside and outside

Cleaning window sills and frames

Removing dirt and grime from glass

Professional window cleaning ensures your windows stay spotless and allows natural light to brighten up your home or office.

Final Thoughts

Property maintenance is much easier when you use the right cleaning services. Whether you need regular home cleaning, deep cleaning, or specialized services like post-construction or office cleaning, there’s a service for every need.

By hiring a professional cleaning service in Sydney, you can maintain the cleanliness and value of your property while saving time and effort. Choose the right type of cleaning service based on your needs and enjoy a cleaner, healthier space!

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heydenframesandtruss · 6 days ago

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5 Reasons to Be an Owner Builder in Sydney

Are you interested in building a new home? Are you planning to renovate or remodel your existing home? Do you think that your property requires a complete overhaul and replacements?

Well, in that case, you can hire a general building contractor or home builder to oversee and supervise the project for you. And although they can manage the details and hide the complexities of the project for you, it will come at a cost for you. Most building contractors get expensive as they charge hefty fees for their services, time and even resources and connections.

What is the solution? You can become an owner builder in Sydney for your project and take control of your project. And even though building a home is a challenging task, it is not sure without its fair share of benefits. Today, let us take a look at some reasons for you to become an owner-builder for your home construction project.

What is an owner-builder

An owner-builder builds a residential or commercial building project on their land. They do not employ a licensed builder to manage the project and take complete responsibility for the domestic building project carried out on their land which involves planning, designing, managing, building and quality control.

If you are interested in becoming an owner builder in Sydney, you will have to handle the responsibility of obtaining a building permit and a building permit levy. Additionally, you will have to manage the construction material, workers and hauling transport for the project. The supervision of the construction work will be under your watch to make sure that the project meets the local regulations and is in compliance with the building industry standards.

Why Become An Owner-Builder

Get Exactly What You Want

From budget constraints to ineffective communication, many things can go wrong when you hire a contractor for building your home— and there are some compromises that you will have to make at last. After all, no one understands the requirements of your home better than you. The home building companies and contractors can only offer you a handful of effective house plans and cut some costs on paper for you.

However, when you take your project into your own hands, you get exactly what you want. You can choose the material of your choice, take more control of the project timelines and even install the exact window, door or pavement that you want without going for a second-best option. Therefore, when you become an owner builder you have unlimited options in house plans, products, designs and finishes available at your disposal.

Control Timing

In many construction projects, it is the building company or contractor who decides when the project should start and finish. As a client, you are dependent on their schedule to start construction as the professionals you hired may have other projects to tackle.

However, as an owner builder you are in complete control decide the project timeline. If you want the house to end by the summer, you can get it done by starting at a time that is feasible for you. Becoming an owner builder means that you can start construction at a time you like, with the resources you prefer to build a house that you envision.

Be Proud of Saving Money

Do you remember the last DIY project that you handled yourself? Did you not feel accomplished after completing the project and saving costs along the way as well?

As an owner builder, when you complete the construction project and step into your house, you not only feel great and proud of yourself because of the accomplishment but also because you save yourself from the hefty costs of hiring a company. Owner builders have the advantage of saving the percentage of money that they would normally pay as a contractor's fees. Depending upon the scale of the project this means that you can save something around 20% of the cost.

Moreover, because you are in charge of the project, you can look for special deals and discounts on building materials and products as well. Therefore, if you remodel or construct your house as an owner builder in Sydney, you can rest assured as you have saved big on your new house and pride yourself on building a project that will last a lifetime.

Choose Who Does the Work

When you contact a building company or hire a professional contractor for your project, they will not allow you to hire or manage subcontractors on your own. Generally, contractors prefer to manage every aspect of the project independently to avoid schedule delays and to maintain their service standards which makes collaboration a challenging task.

As an owner-builder, you can hire your preferred workers for each specialized task such as carpentry, electrical work, masonry, plumbing etc. You can even get involved yourself to handle a few tasks yourself. As you are in control of the budget, you can save costs by choosing to do the project with workers of your preference.

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repairconcrete · 14 days ago

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When Should You Opt For Structural Repairs In Sydney?

Structural repairs are essential for maintaining the safety, integrity, and longevity of buildings in Sydney. Whether it’s residential, commercial, or industrial properties, over time, wear and tear can cause significant damage to the structure. Knowing when to opt for structural repairs in Sydney is crucial to avoid potential risks, minimise costly repairs, and ensure the property remains safe. In this article, we’ll explore the key signs that indicate when you need to consider structural repairs and how to approach the process for the best outcomes.

Why Are Structural Repairs Necessary for Buildings in Sydney?

Structural repairs are vital for the long-term health and safety of any building. Here are some reasons why these repairs are necessary:

Maintaining Structural Integrity: Regular structural repairs ensure that a building’s foundation, walls, and roof remain stable, preventing catastrophic failure or accidents.

Ensuring Safety: A building with structural issues may pose serious safety risks to its occupants. Timely repairs help avoid dangers like collapsing walls or ceilings.

Preserving Property Value: Structural damage can significantly reduce the value of a property. By addressing issues early, you can preserve or even increase the value of your home or business.

Preventing Further Damage: Ignoring minor structural issues can lead to more severe problems over time. Timely intervention can prevent additional damage and higher repair costs down the line.

Compliance with Regulations: In Sydney, there are strict building codes and safety regulations. Structural repairs may be necessary to comply with these standards and avoid legal repercussions.

What Are the Signs That Indicate You Need Structural Repairs?

Knowing the signs of structural damage is essential to determine when you should call for professional repairs. Here are some common indicators:

Cracks in Walls and Foundations: If you notice large cracks in your walls or foundation, this could signal settling issues or structural stress, requiring repairs to maintain the stability of the building.

Sagging or Uneven Floors: Uneven floors or sagging surfaces are often caused by weakened joists or structural supports. These issues should be addressed immediately to avoid further damage.

Doors and Windows That Don’t Close Properly: If doors or windows are sticking or no longer closing properly, it could indicate that the building has shifted or settled, requiring structural repair.

Water Damage and Dampness: Moisture issues, such as water seepage through the walls or foundation, can weaken structural components. Persistent dampness may require immediate attention to prevent rot or mould.

Pest Infestations: Termite damage or other pest infestations can cause severe structural issues, especially in timber-framed buildings. In these cases, both the pests and the structural damage must be addressed.

When Should You Call a Professional for Structural Repairs?

If you notice any of the above signs, it’s time to consider professional structural repairs in Sydney. Here’s when you should call an expert:

When Cracks Widen or Multiply: Small cracks in walls or foundations might not require immediate repair, but if they begin to widen or multiply, it’s a sign of ongoing damage that needs professional attention.

If You Experience Uneven Floors or Roof Leaks: These issues often point to deeper structural problems. It's crucial to get a professional assessment before the damage worsens.

When You See Water or Dampness Persisting: Moisture issues can lead to structural deterioration, including rusting steel beams or rotting timber. If the problem is persistent, it’s best to call a professional who can identify and repair the source.

If You Notice Unstable Support Beams or Walls: Structural components such as load-bearing walls or beams must be in good condition to ensure the building’s stability. Any signs of instability should be immediately addressed by a structural expert.

If You’re Planning Renovations or Extensions: If you plan to remodel or extend your property, you’ll need a professional assessment to ensure that the foundation and structure can support the changes.

What Are the Benefits of Timely Structural Repairs?

Acting early on structural repairs offers several benefits that can save you money and enhance the safety of your property:

Cost-Effective Solutions: Catching issues early can prevent the need for extensive, expensive repairs. Timely intervention often results in smaller, more manageable repair costs.

Improved Property Safety: Structural repairs prevent accidents, ensuring that your property remains a safe space for both residents and visitors.

Prevention of Further Damage: By addressing issues early, you can prevent damage from spreading to other parts of the building, saving both time and money in the long run.

Increased Property Value: A well-maintained property is more valuable. If you’re looking to sell or rent, addressing structural issues will make your property more appealing to buyers or tenants.

Compliance and Insurance Coverage: Completing necessary repairs ensures that your property meets building codes and safety regulations, which can prevent insurance issues and keep your coverage intact.

How Can You Choose the Right Professional for Structural Repairs in Sydney?

Choosing the right professional for structural repairs in Sydney is crucial to ensuring the job is done correctly. Here are some tips for finding the best contractor:

Check Qualifications and Experience: Ensure the contractor is licensed and has experience with the type of structural repairs you need. Look for professionals who are experienced with residential or commercial buildings in Sydney.

Get Multiple Quotes: Don’t settle for the first quote you receive. It’s always a good idea to get multiple quotes from reputable companies to compare prices and services.

Ask for References and Past Work: A reliable contractor will provide references or examples of previous structural repairs. Don’t hesitate to ask for these to get an idea of their work quality.

Look for Specialisation in Structural Repairs: While general contractors may offer structural services, it’s best to hire a company that specialises in structural repairs to ensure expert attention to detail.

Check Reviews and Reputation: Research online reviews and customer testimonials to gauge the company’s reputation. Positive feedback and a proven track record are strong indicators of reliable service.

Conclusion:

Knowing when to opt for structural repairs in Sydney is essential for maintaining the integrity and safety of your property. Whether you’re dealing with cracks, water damage, or unstable foundations, addressing issues early can prevent costly repairs and ensure the long-term stability of your building. By recognising the signs of structural damage and working with a qualified professional, you can safeguard your property and preserve its value for years to come. If you suspect any structural issues, don't hesitate to seek expert advice and get the repairs you need to keep your building safe and sound.

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