#Delaware is adorable

[xninetiestrendx]

for several years my brain told me “chicago is perfect for you, that’s where you’re meant to be, you’ll move there one day and have a fabulous life”

and then yesterday it goes “no. you socially anxious, claustrophobic, noise sensitive dummy. you’re grandma one tree hill loving ass has to go to wilmington. get a cute little house with a garden.”

[soapieanxiety]

could you elaborate more on how you see Finland and America (usa)?

Of course I can :D

Finland and America have a very interesting and unique dynamic. One that I absolutely adore and I'm very glad I can talk about it. I'm gonna dwelve more into headcanon as I will talk about how I personally see their dynamic but I will try and make it clear when I'm talking strictly canon and headcanon.

Finland was actually the first person we see to find America. Sweden was there as well but it was Finland who found America. At first, I thought this might be a Vinland reference but Vinland was in Canada. However, Hima actually revealed that this event is referring to the colony of New Sweden that was located where modern day Delaware is.

I’ll say it point blank, I’m of the belief that America is on some way related to Finland and even Sweden. (Sufin kid). This isn’t directly canon and it’s just a fun headcanon I like to do on the side but there is evidence! You don’t have to agree with me on this take, I don’t believe it’s a common one but it’s one that I absolutely love.

As stated earlier, Finland did find America first! Though America ran away from him, Finland just wished the kid safety and was worried he was alone. I personally find it very wholesome that this is how Finland reacts to finding America. While everyone was arguing over who would be America’s “big brother,” Finland is over here worrying about America’s safety.

Also, love how this is what starts Sweden’s quest to make him and Finland parents. This was the catalyst that made him realize that Finland wants kids and honestly I love that.

I just wanted to add another panel showcasing that Finland genuinely cares about America’s safety. He’s most concerned about the kids safety than the fact that he just got beat up.

One of my favorite panels about Finland and America. I love how it’s made obvious that yes, Finland and America do look a lot alike. What I also find interesting is France and England’s reaction to this. England completely lies and France says that likeliness is not important, it’s how much love you have. Finland has shown more love for America’s wellbeing than anyone else during this entire event.

However, we all know that England ended up raising America and the rest is history. I am also a sucker for FACE family, so I’m not saddened by this but I also do love the idea that America is a Sufin kid. Dw they’ll get revenge on England when they buy Sealand off of eBay.

Modern day, they do have an interesting dynamic. Finland likes to lean into beliefs that make America happy. The most prominent being the Santa thing. We all know that Finland and Santa are very connected in Hetalia but the idea that Santa is from Finland is an American belief. This is event pointed out in canon.

Now my favorite panel between America and Finland has to be the one from the Cats and Christmas event. Honestly, I think the panel speaks for itself.

Words cannot described how much I love this scene.

I have a lot of opinions on this relationship but I tried to keep it as short as possible. I’m really glad I got asked about this though, so thank you so much for the ask <3

[weirdestcountryhumans]

Countries and Connections

This is a post that is just going to explore the many ways by which countryhumans are connected to their colonies through a bond that they share.

It's a bit long, so the headcanon is under the cut. I have also added this to my website.

The critical thing to remember is the bonds shared between countryhumans and their subdivisions is that the way they feel the bond is entirely dependent on the personality of the countryhumans whose land they are a part of, so I have a few examples I’m going to explain just to set out the general idea. If there are any not on this list you would like to see, shoot me and ask, and I will explain it.

AMERICA AND HIS STATES

As bonds are determined by the country’s personality, America’s adoration of his children has made their bond feel like a blanket wrapped around them. To many states, this bond feels warm and safe, and many of them often lean into it for comfort. It’s like when it’s a cold day outside, and you wrap yourself up in a blanket and lie down in your bed, warm and comfortable. 

However, while the bond they share is primarily positive, like all bonds between country and subdivision, it can turn harsh and oppressive. While blankets can be a source of comfort and warmth, they can also become hot and suffocating, which is how that bond can turn. Most of the time, this comes about when America is mad at a state, and they can feel the comfortable warmth of the blanket getting hotter and hotter and suffocating. In a way, it is a survival instinct, telling them when to turn back and stop doing whatever it is that they are doing that is causing their country so much anger. This is also completely unintentional on America’s part, as he does not control this bond, and instead, it just reacts to him.

Although all his subdivisions, states and territories, feel this bond, most are unaware of the strength of it, as they have lived their entire life with it. They subconsciously tune out a lot of the bond; to them, it is just a fact of their lives. However, some states and territories are more aware of it than others. 

USVI, Puerto Rico, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Delaware, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina were all colonies of other empires before joining the USA, so bonds have been a natural part of their lives. However, America is very different than the bonds of their original nations, so they are aware of it more due to this difference. The kind of bond changed, and ergo they are more aware of it. The former Confederate states are also more aware of it due to their brief life as a part of the CSA.

To continue this talk of Confederate States, South Carolina, Mississippi, Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, and Texas were all briefly independent before forming the CSA, meaning all of them know what it is like to not have the bonds of a nation on them. Texas especially, as he was an independent country before even being an American. The same goes for the states of California, Vermont, and Hawaiʻi, each with their histories of being independent countries. 

It is a bond that is very diverse and fluctuating but one that is relatively positive in comparison to other bonds.

BRITAIN AND HIS COLONIES

Britain is controlling. That comes to no one’s surprise. And, like how America’s adoration of his kids affected his bond, Britain’s controlling nature affects how his bond feels.

His colonies will argue a lot about how it feels. Some feel that it is chains on their soul, their arms, and legs, keeping them chained to his side and his empire. Some feel more like it is just ropes that tie them to Britain, but never ones that tie around specific body parts of anything. How they interpret it depends on whether they were an independent nation before their colonization and how strongly Britain tries to control them. The more he tries to pull them closer, the more that rope-like bond turns into chains. 

It was not always something that felt negative for the colonies, as most did not know life without it and thought that it was natural. However, the bond would often feel choking and oppressive, even as they argued that it was good.

When Britain got mad, that was when the bond really became noticeable. Chains became spiked, ropes tightened until they burned, and the colony was left with an oppressive wave of fear that choked them into silence like a noose tightening around their neck. Britain knew this and abused the bond to keep them quiet and docile.

For countries that came under Britain’s control, they were constantly aware of the bond, especially the more they were mistreated and/or hated it. Ireland always felt like chains were on his wrists (once Britain took power, that is, England’s original bond with Ireland felt different), even when nothing was there. He would feel that feeling almost every day up until his independence. It is very dependent on how willingly they joined him, however, and how their personal relationship was defined. 

The bond was definitely marked more by personal emotions than political ones, and it always varied in terms of chains vs. rope on how much Britain believed they needed to be controlled.

FRANCE AND HER COLONIES

France’s bond with her colones is like a storm, a force of nature that rages between them. Bonds are not physical things and, therefore, do not need to be connected by a physical feeling. France, a force of nature in her own right, would not manifest a bond in any other way. To her colonies, they often feel the bond as a gentle rainfall, leading to them being able to define France’s moods based on the weather.

She is not happy; she’s a rainstorm. She’s not angry; she’s a thunderstorm, and so on and so forth (I might put together a list of weather events and how they correlate to her emotions.)

It can be a bit hard to describe this bond when compared to the very psychical and controlling aspect of Britain’s bond, but that is indeed the point. Britain seeks control of his colonies, America seeks to care for them, and France is a force of nature her colonies must contest with. That is not to say she doesn’t care for them; she does, but she is just so bold, brash, and argumentative in her personality that she is far from the stereotypical depiction of a caring mother.

When she is angry, the bond turns into a storm that can decimate land and buildings, a storm that is directed at the colony of her ire and meant to bring them to her knees. France does not expect total control as Britain does, but she still expects those under her to be on their knees and swear loyalty. When she is happy with them, it is like a gentle rainfall after a long drought, the kind of feeling meant to bring about gratitude and thankfulness.

SPANISH EMPIRE AND HIS COLONIES

Spanish Empire’s bond with his colonies is like a cord connecting him to his colonies. Not a rope, not a chain, just a cord tying them together. Since Spanish Empire was not the most involved with his colonies, the cord was not often affected by his emotions, just sitting there and reminding everyone of their connection. Because of this, most colonies did not feel the bond until they started declaring independence.

There was the exception of New Spain, who adored Spanish Empire and borderline worshipped him, so he was always aware of the bond as he tried to wrap it tighter and tighter around himself, but he was the exception.

When Spanish Empire became upset with its colonies, the cord would tighten, but never to a degree that felt painful to them. Spanish Empire cared deeply about its family and never wanted to hurt them. So, his bond reflected that idea and remained just a reminder that they were his colonies, but never as a form of punishment like some countries used their bond.

RUSSIAN EMPIRE AND HIS COLONIES

Russian Empire’s bond with his colonies is like a warm fire in the cold, a light, and heat that those near to it will cling to as a source of heat and strength. Russian Empire was not a very loving or affectionate man, and he saw his colonies more as something to use than their own individual people, which made this bond unique. As Russian Empire had no strong feelings to contribute to the bond, the bond’s feelings were, in fact, made up of how his colonies felt about him. 

To his colonies, he was a good man who looked after them, and since they were both places up north, they viewed that through the lens of something that helps in the cold, a fire, and that was what the bond manifested as. A nice fire that got warmer the closer they were to Russian Empire, as well as when he was happy with them.

When he is angry, the fire goes out. No warmth. No light. No heat. Just a bitter wind and biting cold that freezes you in place under his icy gaze as the cold penetrates your very being. Bitterly cold, his anger is. Even if they were surrounded by real fire or in the hottest place on earth, his colonies would still feel frigid to their very core. It doesn’t affect their body's health, but to them, they are in danger of freezing.

His colonies will do a lot to preserve that warm feeling. It is very reflective of the situation many of his colonies were in, where they loved Russian Empire, but he did not care if he needed to leave them to die.

[perception-sets-it-fair]

Getting on the BKDK train part 2

All aboard the train of imagining these dang idiots happy in the most explicit way possible.

Bad Taste in Good Men by lalazee personal chef/food vlogger Deku meets the son of one of his clients. 

Bulletproof Heart by Meemee_Grace College AU, punk Bakugo saves Deku one night, and they hit it off from there. 

We Wear Chains on the Weekend by surveycorpsjean Katsuki finds Izuku in a bad drop, and thus begins them playing together instead. Hero partners, friends with benefits getting together. 

Side Effects May Include by SuiCausa pro heroes in abo universe. Alpha Katsuki realizes that Deku is an omega, and it causes a bit of a crisis. 

Deku Enchanted s_the_queen Izuku gets hit by an obedience quirk. Katsuki finds out, and they have lots to figure out together. 

Under Lock & Key okakachan Katsuki tries to accept his more submissive side. ABO, knotting. 

Bloodsport by ElStark No quirks au. Boxer Katsuki, physiotherapist Izuku, mutual pining and getting together. 

Delaware Smash this ass by pegging_goddess Bakugo is a pornstar famous for topping, even though he prefers bottoming. Age gap with established/retired pornstar Deku. 

How Izuku got Katsuki to Realize His Feelings Step One: School Swimsuit - Starless_Void Highschool au, no quirks, female Izuku. Bakugo is super into Deku in her school swimsuit and has kind of a crisis about it.

The secretary mikacrispy Izuku is a secretary at Miruko's agency and all is going smoothly until Dynamight joins. Trans woman Midoriya, adorably smitten Bakugo.

Getting on the BKDK train part 1

[shallowseeker]

Recruiting Dean

Via the Nightmare-land of all his current anxieties.

Zach I - Zach II - Zach III - Say it ain't so - Cas can DIE?! - Bobby, demoralized - Dean and Cas's mutual, pissy fatalism - Love blooming, personal space - You're not much fun, so why am I laughing so hard? - Dean's anixety at being a vessel - Sam: Everybody please panic, I'm a vessel, too!

Disclaimer: I love ALL The End meta, from the ones that look for hidden meanings and the ones where Chuck is hiding incognito in his first-row seats, but I thought this would be a Hella a fun way to ask this question.

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What if The End is all about Dean and Zach? What is almost everyone IN IT is Zach, tapping into and mocking Dean's churning ruminations and anxieties?

What would that analysis look like? What might we predict? We know that Zach recruited a Jehovah's Witness, and after Dean's call with Sam, Zach entered the motel to try yet another sales pitch.

Zach got into Dean's bedroom. But maybe this time, Zach's going deeper. Perhaps he got into Dean's dreams, too.

In the previous Zach adventures, he tried to give Dean a vision of a loser's life, one Dean wouldn't be able to stand: a corporate yes-man who listened to NPR and steamed his latte like a wuss. Remember his pitch in It's a Terrible Life?

ZACHARIAH: Save people, maybe even the world. All the while you drive a classic car and fornicate with women. This isn't a curse. It's a gift. So for God's sakes, Dean, quit whining about it. Look around. There are plenty of fates worse than yours. So are you with me? You wanna go steam yourself another latte? Or are you ready to stand up and be who you really are?

But just like he will later miss the mark on Adam's personality a bit, he misses on Dean at first, too. Dean cares about family.

"My father's name is Bob, my mother's name is Ellen, and my sister's name is Jo." // "Are you saying my family isn't real?"

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We'll hear Zach make more pitches to Dean in the beautiful room in Lucifer Rising. Time-honored things that, from his experience, tend to work when recruiting humans, from happy memories to food to TV fantasy to food to sexual adoration:

ZACHARIAH: Try a burger. They're your favorite. From that seaside shack in Delaware. You were 11, I think. DEAN: I'm not hungry. ZACHARIAH: No? How about Ginger from season 2 of "Gilligan's Island"? You do have a thing for her, don't you? DEAN: Tempting. Weird. ZACHARIAH: We'll throw in Mary Ann for free. DEAN: No, no. Let's... bail on the holodeck, okay? I want to know what the game plan is.

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ZACHARIAH (to a crying Dean): And when it's over... and when you've won... your rewards will be... unimaginable. Peace, happiness... two virgins and seventy sluts.

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We'll get a whiff of AU Zachariah's tactics with a nervous, broken Kevin Tran in s13, too:

Meredith Glynn had intended a more... grayscale view of Zach's intentions via @spnscripthunt-inactive, but either way is very good. Very Zach:

Who knows why, but in Meredith's version, Zach is convinced that Jack is the way, not Kevin.

Anyhoo, more on the Jack-Zach interactions later. For now, I'm just thinking about the whiff of Zach's and upper Heaven management's style of recruiting tactics through Kevin's words:

LUCIFER: Kevin, what are you doing, getting mixed up with Michael? ... KEVIN: ...Michael's taking me with him to paradise world so I can meet hot women. LUCIFER: I'm sorry. What?

Jack, who had also been tortured (stabbed, burned, drowned) by Zachariah, tried to reach out to Kevin. Mary even more so:

KEVIN: Y-you don't understand... then the end of the world happened, and everyone around me-- my friends, and my… my mom-- they all started to die. ... KEVIN: No! Michael says… that when I get to Heaven-- when he lets me into Heaven-- I'll get to see my mom again. I don't care! You don't understand. I… You don't know the things that I've done. I just want this to be over.

Now, we see the truth. Kevin was never interested in the recruitment line, something-something hot women. Not really. That was just a boisterous shield to hide the deeper pain.

He just wanted to see his mom again.

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So. When we reach 5x04, we see Zach adjust fire with Dean.

In 5x01, he tried a different, more forceful way of recruiting Dean, making him feel terrible about himself.

...I feel like looking at The End as a nightmare land of all of Dean's anxieties is a really fun way to revisit it.

But before that, if we consider this question, what might we predict for Zach to uncover, based on all the stuff Dean is feeling Weird (TM) and Stressed (TM) about right now?

Based on all the other stuff we've been thinking about, I'll make a small list of potentials, starting with the Bobby-Dean confrontation at the end of last season...

[city-flag-tournament]

✯ Round 3 ✯ Match 20 ✯

The current flag of Perm, Perm Krai, Russian Federation

Propaganda:

Look at his lil face This bear is so adorable and sweet! I wish it was real so it could be my friend!

vs.

The current flag of Slaughter Beach, Delaware, United States

Propaganda:

None

Tournament Policies: ✯ Choose the flag that's more meaningful to you! ✯ Be respectful of place names and cultural symbols in your commentary! ✯ If you want to submit propaganda, you may do so at the submission form linked in the pinned post. It will only be included if it is submitted before the next post with that flag is drafted and will be included in all subsequent posts the flag is featured in.

[fountainpenguin]

I am back on my Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil nonsense and I have to say, no canon ship will ever hit me in the way that Kendall/Ronaldo did.

I am so incredibly in love with the vibe that is "Two absolute NERDS are head over heels for each other and go out of their way to do nice things for each other" - supporting each other in presentations, remembering each other's birthdays, arranging dinner for each other, covering for the other in front of the principal, gasping in horror when the other gets in trouble - "but as time passes, the viewer gets to watch the slow unraveling of one of them secretly falling out of love with the other but not being emotionally ready to admit it yet." That is incredible.

I adore the K/R ship because it lasted so long and it was never considered a big deal. It was just "Yeah, they're dating. They do dating people things. Literally no one is jealous of them and no one ruins their social life. Keep scrolling." It was mainly in the background and they were adorably obsessed with each other up until they weren't. And again, that was that. No explosive break-ups, they were just... sweethearts.

Ronaldo gushing over Kendall's Halloween presentation instead of going trick-or-treating is my everything. He adores her.

Diagnosed with loving his girlfriend disease.

They are a TEAM!! Do not separate them!!

The "show, don't tell" between them with the way they behave is fantastic. Kendall went spelunking for cave sap so her boyfriend would have a nice birthday present AND she took him out to dinner. Ronaldo brings her "educational chocolates." He writes poems for her in binary code. He supports his girl during class elections even when she's frustrated and snippy with him.

He went to her Delaware Awareness Month party. He brought a sign that said "I've been to Dover." He came back for Poster Awareness Month. He's so supportive and she's so silly. Kendall's wild and she seems like she should be the "popular girl" trope but she is actually just a massive nerd who likes algebra and stocks and I love her.

I love Ronaldo hiding in a cabinet and Kendall spinning her wheels to distract the principal so he won't get busted for sneaking into the office. Ronaldo went out of his way to be nice to his rival and learn new skills so he could impress her. They're so good.

They are not even main characters and we still got scenes of them being adorable, as a treat. Kendall literally calls him "the dark one." That's hilarious. They lean together and whisper in the hallway like goofballs. Then they scamper off to hide in the AV closet with papers covered in doodles and poems, being romantic little NERDS!!

This scene's funny because they weren't even holding hands a few seconds ago- they just grabbed for each other when they realized they weren't alone. Apparently the canon is that they were a thing for a while before this episode and I think that's beautiful. Just... out there living their best off-screen lives. Love that for them.

imo we need more media that plays puppy love relationships with all the adorable sweetness of potentially being endgame even if they're NOT intended to be endgame. I'd like to see more kids' cartoons showing that it's okay to have a good time with someone else, and you don't have to grow up to marry the first person you dated... It's okay to consider your options... It's okay to date and have fun and explore your feelings and like people and then go your separate ways and not be endgame. I wish I had more of that.

I've binged Kick Buttowski multiple times- it's a good pick-me-up and it's one of my silly faves. I really like the character relationships in it. It's got a down-to-earth contemporary vibe despite being all about action. It has one of the truest "We really are best friends who support each other through everything" friendships I've ever seen. It's got pathetic noodle rich boy Gordie. It's got Mouth, king of the shopping mall after-hours. It's got Emo Kid who's... Emo Kid. It's got Brad and Brianna... It's got Ronaldo/Kendall... They're all hilarious.

It's got Kick learning to respect his identity as Clarence the caring big brother as much as his identity of Kick the daredevil. It's got Kick protecting Ronaldo for a week because Kick's his understudy who desperately does not want to be Romeo in the school play. It's got the line "Let's go down to Foreshadow Park! Somehow I knew we'd all end up there." It's got the bee of the month club sending free samples in the mail, when will I ever be this funny.

It's goofy and fun to watch and that's why it's this week's Recommendation Wednesday <3

[weirdestbooks]

What's In A Name? (Wattpad | Ao3)

for @collar-cat, who has gotten me on a writing streak of baby American colonies.

Virginia hated that their life had to be full of so much death. It was bad enough so many of their siblings had died over the years, but the recent deaths seemed to be the worst. First, it was Massachusetts Bay and Maine, something Plymouth had never forgiven himself for, something that haunted him so, made him withdrawn and quiet.

Then, it was West Jersey. Her death haunted New Jersey the same way that Massachusetts Bay and Maine’s deaths haunted Plymouth. At the very least, New Jersey had New York and Delaware, both of which could pull the third member of their little trio out of his grieving shell and get him to interact with the world again.

Now, it was Carolina. Carolina, who was so kind, with a wicked sense of humor. Carolina, another one of Virginia’s siblings killed by circumstances outside of his control.

The only good thing about Carolina’s death was the fact that it brought new life. Unlike with West Jersey, Maine, and Massachusetts Bay, his colony was not being absorbed by another but instead divided in two.

Virginia had hoped, like when West Jersey was born, that Carolina would remain and that they were simply going to get a new sibling.

Life was not that kind, and Carolina died and divided in two.

North Carolina and South Carolina were adorable, and Virginia knew they would never take the blame for their father’s death. At least, she assumed Carolina would have been their father since they came from his divided land. There was simply no way to tell for sure.

Virginia had been there in Carolina’s final moments, and now it was her job to introduce the two children to the rest of their family. 

“Come on, dears. I am going to introduce you to everyone else,” Virginia said, holding out her hands, which the younger two colonies took, before leading them off to where the others had gathered. As she approached, she saw New York leap up from his seat on the ground, grabbing Delaware and dragging him over.

“More twins?” New York asked excitement in his voice but sadness in his eyes. Virginia nodded. 

“Hello. I’m Lower Counties on the Delaware, but you can call me Delaware. Me and my idiot bror over there are twins like you,” Delaware said, crouching down to the height of the Carolinas—and by God, if that name didn’t send a pang of pain through Virginia.

North Carolina gasped, excitement in her eyes, and she jumped at Delaware, pulling him into a hug. Delaware laughed, looking upwards at New York.

“York, hjälp mig! We need to prove we are the superior twins!” Delaware said. New York just shook his head in amusement before picking up North Carolina. The newborn colony was only physically five, and New York carried her with ease.

“That’s not fair!” South Carolina said, crossing his arms in the most adorable pout Virginia had ever seen, “You’re big!”

“And thus we are superior—ow!” Delaware’s claim was cut off by South Carolina kicking him in the side, and Virginia couldn’t help but laugh at his plight.

“How about we settle this later? We still have many people to introduce North and South Carolina to,” the older twins nodded, with Delaware picking himself off the ground, rubbing at his side. At the same time, New York lifted North Carolina above his head.

“Look North! You’re flying!” New York said before picking up the pace of his walking, causing North Carolina to let out peals of laughter. 

“Hey, I wanna fly,” South Carolina said before kicking Delaware in the shin, “Make me fly.”

“Why are you so violent?” Delaware said, staring at his newborn brother in shock.

“Make me fly!” South Carolina just said, crossing his arms.

“I can’t. I’m sorry. I’m not tall or strong enough,” Delaware said. Delaware’s status was weird. He was not an official colony of his own right and was actually a part of Pennsylvania. He had enough autonomy to exist, but he was weak and often felt sick. Some days, it was hard for him to do anything because of the weakness his status gave him. Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York tried to help, but Delaware was still limited.

“Why not?” South Carolina asked, looking upset.

“Delaware is very sick, South. If it says he can’t do something, he can’t. You can ask New York if he can make you fly when North Carolina is done, but Delaware cannot do that for you.” Virginia explained, her voice gentle. South Carolina didn’t look happy about it, but he didn’t complain, just marched angrily away.

“I’m sorry, G—”

“You didn’t ask to be sick. It’s not your fault,” Virginia said, ruffling Delaware’s hair as he leaned into her side. 

“I know. I just…I wish I didn’t have to be sick. I wish I could be my own colony and not have to go to bed wondering if I’ll be able to wake up the next morning.” Delaware said. Virginia pressed a gentle kiss to his forehead.

“I can’t do anything to help relieve those fears but remember, Portsmouth, Warwick, and Newport are still around because they have enough influence as cities to be around. You have far more than them. You will live,” Virginia said. Delaware pulled away, crossing his arms.

“But they don’t have to be sick.”

“Del—”

“It’s fine. I don’t…I don’t want to talk about it. It’s too soon after Carey.” Delaware said before walking off. Virginia shot a concerned look at her brother before rushing over to the newborn twins. New York had placed North Carolina back onto the ground, and Uncle James was standing by them. The rest of her siblings stood by awkwardly, and Delaware quickly joined them, leaning against New Jersey.

“I’ll do you after you’re introduced to everyone else, I promise.” New York was telling South Carolina as she approached. South Carolina nodded.

“Are you ready to be introduced to everyone else?” Virginia asked.

“I already said hi to Uncle James. He’s funny!” South Carolina said, his grumpy mood gone and replaced by a cheerful grin, “He says he’ll help me and Northie become the superior twins.”

“Verraad! Verraad! Betrayal by my dearest Oom? I can’t believe it,” New York said, smiling amusedly at their uncle. Uncle James rolled his eyes, but he was smiling too.

“Oh, are we taking Yorkie down a notch? I volunteer to help.” Connecticut said, walking up to them, before smiling down at the younger two, “Hi, my name is Connecticut.”

“You would you—” Virginia cut off New York by clapping her hands together.

“Okay, we can save this chitchat for later. Can we please just get through introductions before we all scatter and probably cause great harm to York.”

“Uh, we don’t have to do the last thing—”

“Great, glad we’re all in agreement about needing to do introductions,” Virginia said, cutting off New York again and getting an overdramatic gasp in return from the colony, “North, South, these are your older siblings, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Providence Plantations—”

“Wow, that’s a long name!” North Carolina said, her eyes wide with shock. Newport laughed.

“That’s because my brother here is trying to make up for his height by having a long time,” he said, pulling Rhode Island and Providence Plantations into a side hug. Rhode Island and Providence Plantations scowled and pushed Newport away.

“Fuck off, you’re smaller than me,” he said. Newport laughed again, dancing away to hide behind Warwick. It was nice to see the cities laughing and joking around. They were quiet more often than not, and they would have periods of time where they would sleep for years and not be around. 

They always seemed to know when someone was about to die, though. They were always awake for that.

“Rhode Island is what we call him. His name’s a bit too long,” New Hampshire added, “I’m New Hampshire, by the way. The shortie making fun of Rhode Island’s height is Newport.”

“And I’m New Jersey, a great way to add to the very confusing list of people who have new in their names,” New Jersey chimed in, a forced grin on his face. He wasn’t all that used to his new name. Of course, he was actually using it, unlike Plymouth.

Virginia gave a concerned look to said brother, not liking how…blank his face looked. She would have to talk to him later. Between West Jersey and Carolina, he was only becoming more withdrawn. 

Virginia was worried he would start disappearing and sleeping for long periods like the cities were doing.

Virginia was broken out of her thoughts when Warwick and Portsmouth introduced themselves. 

“And who’s that?” North Carolina asked, pointing at Plymouth. 

“That’s the countryhuman of the Province of Massachusetts Bay, but his name is—” Virginia was cut off by South Carolina walking over to Plymouth and sticking out his hand.

“Hi, Massachusetts Bay!” he said loudly. The world seemed to freeze, and Plymouth flinched, a shudder going through his body and Virginia watched her little brother begin to fall apart again. Plymouth’s face was consumed by so much pain that it looked like it physically hurt him.

“Actually, South, his name is—” Virginia began, desperate to salvage the situation before Plymouth started begging for God to strike him now again, a prayer she had heard far too many times over the last twenty years.

“No Gin. It’s okay.” Plymouth cut off, causing Virginia to recoil in shock.

“What?” she gasped incredulously. Plymouth willingly wanted to be called Massachusetts Bay? He wasn’t going to protest it? To scream and cry and break down in her arms again? 

“I…I…” Plymouth began before stopping, licking his lips, “I need to get used to it. And…it’s better for the young ones to know me as what I am, not as what I was. It’ll prevent…confusion.”

“Are you sure?” Virginia pressed, concerned. She knew that Plymouth felt he needed to get used to the name eventually, or at the very least before they got through to their father about their existence, but the reaction he just had to being called Massachusetts Bay was visceral.

“Yes,” Plymouth said harshly before turning to North and South Carolina. “My name…name is Mass…Massachusetts…Bay. Just….call me Massa…Massachusetts.”

Every word sounded like it hurt him to say, like it caused him physical agony to force them out of his mouth. Virginia was going to be talking to him later about that. Once they were alone. It seemed Plymouth didn’t want to make a scene. 

Sharing a look with Uncle James, Virginia could tell he felt the same.

━─━────༺༻────━─━

“Plym, we need to talk,” Virginia said, cornering Plymouth a few days after the birth of the twins.

“No, we don’t,” Plymouth said, turned away. 

“Okay, let me rephrase that. Massachusetts Bay,” she said harshly, noting Plymouth’s full-body flinch. “We’re going to talk.”

Plymouth stopped, turning back to face her, eyes wet and face distraught.

“I have to, Mom. I have to,” Plymouth said. Virginia walked over and embraced him.

“I know, I know,” Virginia said, hating how she could feel her own voice breaking, “But not like this, not when it hurts you.”

“But I need to. I’ve been Mass’s land for twenty years now, and I’m still clinging to the name I used to go by. You don’t hear Delly or York calling themselves New Sweden or New Netherlands, do you? I’m being stupid,” Plymouth said, pulling away and refusing to make eye contact with Virginia.

“That’s different, and you know it. Del and York are both replacements. They don’t remember much about who New Sweden and New Netherlands were because they are different people! You were born to be Plymouth. Of course, you will cling to that, especially since you became Massachusetts Bay against your will. Those situations are nothing alike, so you shouldn’t compare them.” Virginia said, grabbing Plymouth’s hand and giving it a gentle squeeze.

“I’m never going to be ready unless I make myself do this,” Plymouth said, sounding so broken that it hurt Virginia to hear him this way.

“It’s okay if you’re never ready. It’s okay if you want to be called Plymouth. There’s not any humans demanding anything from you because we’re in Father’s head. You can be Plymouth for the rest of your life if that’s what you need. No one will make you be Massachusetts Bay if you don’t want to.” Virginia said. She saw tears begin to drip off Plymouth’s chin, and when he spoke, there was a raw pain in his voice.

“I need to. Massachusetts Bay died and…I need to honor him and make sure he didn’t die for nothing, and by denying the name and role he gave me, I’m being selfish!” Plymouth said.

“It’s not your fault,” Virginia said. Plymouth looked up at her, eyes red from crying.

“Yes, it is,” he said, voice resolute before he stormed off. Virginia shook her head, her own tears falling now.

“Oh, Plym,” she muttered, “No one has ever blamed you.”

The only person who blamed Plymouth was Plymouth, and he had been torturing himself about it ever since.

[veeluvss]

dirty secrets.

a jemily x tara oneshot

18+

first time writing this. very scared.

The team had been called out to Delaware, they’d been there two days and still had no advancements in the case. They were starting to lose hope - completely. It wasn’t typical for the entire team to be stumped and now with Emily as section chief, she felt the added pressure.

On top of the pressure of being section chief, she also had those blue eyes watching her every move. She could feel the tension in her pants. The gaze, the naughty gaze, she recognised and knew far too well. She couldn’t control it anymore, not with her standing there in her button-up - her arms crossed under her chest. She’d never been able to control herself and for the last three years, she fucked JJ whenever she felt like it. JJ had no arguments, she made her feel incredible, better than any man would ever make her feel. It was their dirty secret, their shared glances and secret touches that kept it going. Now, she couldn’t hold it back any longer. She looked at JJ and then scanned the room.

Emily cleared her throat: ‘Jareau,’ she said with authority. JJ looked up, pretending to be in trouble and Prentiss nodded towards the bathrooms. Emily led the way and the team stared in confusion, Luke was going to speak up but Tara’s hand on his arm stopped him. The team turned back to the case, hoping that JJ wasn’t in too much trouble.

Emily couldn’t keep her hands off JJ and as soon as they were out of sight, she threw her against the wall of the bathroom, hand around her neck.

“You are such a fucking tease,” Emily hissed in her ear as JJ whimpered at the sudden contact. Yet the blonde couldn’t help but smirk.

“I wasn’t even doing anything,” she mumbled, between passionate kisses.

“You were looking at me,” Emily confirmed, travelling her lips down JJ’s mouth and jawbone. Her hands were on her waist, grabbing JJ and pulling her closer to her. This wasn’t an uncommon occurrence but it never happened in the bathroom before - especially in another district's precinct.

“Em-” JJ whimpered at the lack of touch, she felt the throbbing in her pants that were suddenly too tight. Will could never make her feel like this, ever.

“You don’t beg, baby,” Emily warned, moving down her body, and unbuttoning her shirt with ease. She landed kisses on her body, worshipping every inch of it: her boobs, her abs, her stomach and stopped where her pants started. The one thing Emily hated about their secret sex was that she couldn’t mark JJ as hers, there was to be no evidence left on JJ’s body and Emily despised it - she hated looking at her girl knowing no one knew. Yet, she wouldn’t give JJ up for the world.

Prentiss looped her fingers in JJ’s pants before softly tugging them.

“Here?” JJ whimpered, her legs weak at the kisses and the soft touches.

“Shhh, angel. I’ll use you wherever I want,” Emily told her, standing up briefly and kissing her hard on the lips - forcing JJ to not speak any longer. JJ was liquid under Emily’s soft fingers. She knew it was wrong but that only fueled her harder. She loved Emily, she always has and always will. And she adored it when Emily used her with such confidence.

“Have you kept clean for me baby?” Emily asked gently, tugging her pants down to her ankles.

“Always,” JJ whispered, feeling overcome with all sorts of sensations as she felt Emily’s breath through her underwear. Emily laughed, planting a gentle kiss on the outside of her underwear.

“You’re such a good girl, getting all wet for me.”

Prentiss trailed her hands along JJ’s shaking thighs. Scattering love bites across her skin, pleasuring her, teasing her.

“Emily please,” JJ cried out as she teased her clit through her underwear.

“You know the rules, baby girl,” Emily replied, moving her hands away. JJ whimpered again, her eyes filling with tears quickly. She didn’t want to be punished - not now! Not here!

“I’m sorry,” she cried, letting one tear fall from her eyes - she was desperate for Emily and every time they did this, she found herself crying. Emily smiled, gently cupped JJ’s cheeks and kissed her lips tenderly.

“Will you let me take my time? Let me treat you and worship you the way I know you deserve?” she asked, planting more soft kisses on JJ’s lips. JJ nodded.

“I will, I’ll stop begging,” she whispered.

“That’s my good girl,” Emily praised, kissing JJ’s forehead before sliding her hand down the front of her underwear and slipping her fingers between the girl's wet folds. JJ let out a loud moan, lifting her hips, trying to gain more friction and Emily began kissing her neck, fiercely.

Emily quickened her pace, closing the gap between their bodies just as the door swung open. JJ gasped and Emily pushed her to the cubicle, quickly shutting the door behind them.

“Hey, Prentiss?” Tara asked the room, seeing if she was in there. Emily silently cursed, putting her head on JJ’s shoulder and JJ whimpered, silently pleading she isn’t noticed but Tara was far from stupid and they instantly heard the familiar chuckle.

“Open up guys, I want a turn,” Tara chuckled, knocking on the cubicle door. JJ’s eyes went wide and then she noticed her pants, curled at the bottom of the door, peeking from under it. “Come on gays, let’s not gatekeep pretty women!” Tara whined, pushing the door. Emily laughed then and kissed JJ’s cheek. She pulled her back, from the door, hiding her behind it as she opened it for Tara.

Tara stood there, fully clothed with lust in her eyes. Tara had known about their dirty little secret ever since it started. It had been three years and she still hadn’t joined in. However, she never let on that she knew but she knew, it was obvious. Again, Tara was not stupid.

“You want to join?” Emily asked and JJ gasped from behind the door. Tara smirked and nodded.

“Never wanted anything more,” she whispered, uncuffing her sleeves.

“Let me ask the princess,” Emily smiled, holding up one finger. “Please hold.” Tara smiled and put her hands up and Emily quickly turned to JJ whose eyes were still wide, now with her mouth open.

“What are you doing?” JJ asked, quietly shouting at Emily.

“Baby, I’m giving you more fun,” she teased, running her eyes up and down JJ’s body.

“B- but Will-” JJ practically cried. Emily’s eyes darkened.

“If you still think about him when we’re doing this JJ-” Emily sighed.

“No- no not like that,” JJ interjected, putting her hands on Emily’s arms. “It’s just more secrets from him.”

“Your respect for him went right out of the window the first time we did this JJ and it is long, long gone,” Emily stated matter of factly. JJ just dropped her head. “So we can either allow Tara to join, I’d like some new fun or you can get dressed and leave us two alone,” she said sternly. JJ stood there, still for a minute. She was thinking about Will - she couldn’t help it. They were married! Hell, they had kids! But Emily made her feel so much better and Tara too, she shivered at the simple thought of Tara touching her body. JJ looked at Emily through her eyelashes to be greeted with a stern glare. She might actually be in trouble now, she gulped.

“She can come in,” she nodded. She wanted Tara and Emily was right, the respect for Will was long gone.

Tara shut the door behind her and locked it before turning to the blonde baby in front of her.

“Well aren’t you just a talllll drink of water,” she smirked, licking her lips. JJ blushed.

“We were just getting to the fun bit,” Emily muttered, dropping to her knees in front of JJ. She pulled on her underwear, smirking as JJ’s legs shook around her. “I think she may need some assistance to stay upright,” Emily teased. Tara nodded authoritatively and got herself into position, putting her cold hands on JJ’s exposed waist. She waited as JJ whimpered under the cold touch and goosebumps arose on her skin.

“Do as you please,” Emily granted permission to Tara. “But no marking, no evidence.” Tara nodded, understanding and leaned into JJ’s soft lips. Instantly, JJ grew even wetter and Emily watched it happen before softly sliding one finger inside her girl. JJ moaned through Tara’s kiss. Emily slid another finger inside JJ, feeling how loose she was and began to pump rhythmically.

“Good girl,” Emily praised, as usual, and Tara moved her kisses down JJ’s neck, leaving the girl free to be as loud as she needed to be. Her legs shook violently at the lead-up and she was desperately waiting for the stimulation. Then Emily’s hand reached up, grabbing Tara’s hand which was groping JJ’s boobs. She put Tara’s hand on JJ’s clit, knowing exactly where it was from their many secret adventures. Tara smirked, beginning a slow circular motion and JJ let out a loud moan, throwing back her head. Emily and Tara shared a sneaky look and they both increased their pace. JJ grabbed Emily’s hair, pulling it. She slid her fingers through her hair, pushing her head closer to her and Emily quickly replaced her fingers with her mouth, pleasuring her girl with her tongue. Tara played with her clit, massaging it and kissing JJ passionately. JJ was a groaning, moaning mess under the hands of both women and she never knew how she got so lucky.

“Fuck, I- I’m gonn-”

“Not yet baby,” Emily warned, taking her mouth away for the split second.

“Emily,” she cried, begging her. Emily didn’t mind at this point.

“Hold it, baby girl, wait until I tell you,” Emily said again. JJ screamed out in annoyance as Tara changed her pace, rubbing her clit with more fierceness.

“You can do it, good girl,” Tara pleased JJ, moving from her lips to her neck, kissing her ear and her neck.

“Emi-” JJ cried as she came all over Emily’s face. Gasping, Emily licked it up, cleaning her girl as she rode out her orgasm, collapsing against Tara. She panted and shook, whimpering and letting tears fall from her eyes. Tara rubbed her back, running her finger through JJ’s hair.

“Baby,” Emily said sternly, standing up once JJ was cleaner.

“I’m sorry,” she whispered. She was usually so good, she could usually hold it so much longer. Her head shot up from Tara’s shoulder and she gave Emily a pleading look. Emily turned away, grabbing some toilet paper, she gave it to Tara softly, silently instructing her to clean JJ up properly. JJ whimpered as Emily left the cubicle, going over to the sink.

“It’s okay,” Tara whispered, wiping some of JJ’s tears.

“She’s mad,” JJ whined back, secretly annoyed at herself.

“Baby, that only means it will be even better later,” Tara chuckled.

“B-bu” JJ began to whine but Tara cut her off, shaking her head and putting a hand on her lip.

“I promise, she’ll make it up to you.” JJ couldn’t help but smile. Maybe Tara was right, when Emily was mad, it only made for angry sex - she used JJ like a toy then, grabbing her, dragging her around the room like a doll. JJ loved that, being completely controlled.

“Will you be there too?” JJ asked softly as Tara began wiping her legs gently.

“If you want me to be princess,” Tara smiled and JJ nodded enthusiastically.

Emily had already left the bathroom when JJ and Tara emerged from the bathroom. After dressing herself back up, all properly and making her face look like she’d been crying - they needed some sort of excuse to be in the bathroom for so long after all. She and Tara left the bathroom.

In the office with the rest of the team, Reid was announcing his new findings whilst they’d been gone. Apparently, they’d made a break in the case. Perfect timing to return.

“Call SWAT and get them to meet us there,” Emily said, standing up and grabbing her phone. She glanced at Tara and JJ with a fierce glare: “You two are with me.”

[atomicwinnerdreamland]

do you have any Maryland headcanons?? I absolutely adore him so so much

Hii! I adore Maryland as well, and yes I do have a few headcanons for him :)

-He's good friends with Florida and Louisiana but doesn't do the crazy stuff that they do. He just watches the Chaos duo when they're doing their usual chaos.

-He, Virginia, and Delaware occasionally race on the busy streets of DC to truly test who the worst driver is. Gov and DC can't tell if they're annoyed by it or concerned for the three. New Jersey on the other hand who likes to ride his motorcycle on the busiest roads of DC (another hc of mine), loves them for it and even joins them sometimes. Maryland and New Jersey are friends because of it.

-Maryland is also friends with Michigan because Michigan's the one who gives him, Virginia, and Delaware the cars they use to race. They once had a competition where they had to indulge as much of the other's favorite food or drink for a whole minute, Maryland drinking Vernors and Michigan eating Old Bay. They couldn't attend the meeting the next day because they ended up getting sick, but hey, at least they had fun :)

-He's one friendly fella. He wouldn't hesitate to help you up when you're feeling down. And social anxiety? he doesn't have it. He has no problem introducing himself to you and making you feel welcomed :)

-Him, DC, and Gov have this love-hate relationship where Maryland likes to point out how DC and Gov (not the government itself, but the government buildings) would be nonexistent without him, but also makes sure they're both okay. Maryland likes to say that he'd kick both DC and Gov out if they annoy him too much, but they all know he would never.

-Surprisingly, he and New York get along. They bond over art, sometimes talk about congressional districts, and eat seafood together. Nobody really knows how Maryland gets New York to eat food that's basically 70% Old Bay, but he does. They also talk fashion where New York criticizes Maryland's choice to wear his state flag all the time, but Maryland laughs it off and ignores NY's remarks because he knows he looks good 💅 New York's simultaneously annoyed and impressed by Maryland's confidence

-He can sing his heart out. You can find him outside of the statehouse with a guitar singing some Johnny Cash or slow ballads. The couples in the Statehouse have danced to Maryland's serenades before, and no doubt he'll be the wedding singer if the couples decide to marry. He and Louisiana sing together, and their favorite type of music to sing to are Disney classics, which appeases Florida of course.

-He and National Guard are protective over each other. No doubt National Guard can defend himself just fine, but there's also no doubt that Maryland would take the nearest weapon and beat the crap out of somebody who threatened to hurt his boyfriend. National Guard, undeniably, would do the same. They also act like a cute married couple. This fic called "Did You Lock the Front Door" by @abcwordsurge is one of the best examples of these 2's married couple vibe if you'd like to read one :D

That's all I have for Maryland right now. Thank you so much for your ask!

[nancypullen]

Good Day

Yesterday was fun...actually FUN! The mister was making some noise about starting a project that's been on the table for a while. You see, this house was born without windowsills. It's tragic. I've never lived in a home without windowsills. Where the heck are you supposed to put little herb pots or cute holiday knickknacks? Where are cats supposed to sit while they watch birds?

I'm sure the original builders saved money, but it's cramping my style. Mickey has assured me that it's easy enough to cut, paint, and install sills. SO that's what he plans to do. Personally, I think we should start in a room no one sees, like his office. He plans to start in the living room and kitchen...

If the end result is windowsills that I can enjoy, I will be forever grateful.

I think you can buy actual windowsills and just slide/glue them in place, but of course our windows are not standard sized - that would be too easy. To make a long story even longer - this post has nothing to do with our windows. Mickey told me that he was going to drive into Dover (about 40 minutes) to shop at the Lowe's there. He encouraged me to go with him and I made every excuse in the world not to go - I had chores to do at home, I needed to do a big grocery shop, I'd just spend money there that I don't need to spend, etc. Then he said the five words that had me in my shoes and out the door in a flash, "Dover has a Home Goods." He suggested dropping me at Home Goods while he did his lumber shopping. Girls, that was the golden ticket. I've been in many, many Home Goods stores. MANY. If I see one, I usually stop. I have left money in Home Goods in various states and cities without a regret. So when I say that the Home Goods in Dover, Delaware is the best I've ever seen, believe me. If there is a heaven, I'm pretty sure I just got a glimpse of what it's like. I could have spent an entire day and a thousand dollars. Because I am frugal I kept it to $35, but I'm very happy with my haul. I tried to be mindful and not get swept away in the massive and beautiful Halloween section but I did end up with one gorgeous crow and a single, glittery pumpkin in my cart. I mean...who could resist?

That wooden cake pedestal was purchased as well. It will be part of a fall centerpiece for the table - isn't it lovely?

I grabbed a pack of napkins from their endless selection and have already used them to transform a dollar store pumpkin.

Now that she's dry I'll add some burlap ribbon and lace.

September is off to a good start. I mentioned a crow. I can't resist a good crow. The one at Home Goods had been looking for me. He's perfect for a project. You see, a few weeks ago I picked up four chunky candlesticks at an auction for just $2. I knew that I'd want to turn them into something else, so this is what I'm starting with..

I'm going to chalk paint them ivory and distress them so a bit of that dark wood shows through. That dollar store stack of pumpkins will be painted in more muted colors, and maybe I'll add a wide burlap ribbon somewhere. How fun is that?? One simple trip to Home Goods has resulted in several craft projects to keep me happy. That's a win. I did buy a few practical things as well, like these adorable reusable straws. Pink with gold crowns!

I use straws every morning when I drink my protein shake. The grandgirl uses straws when she's here as well. I usually buy boxes of pretty floral straws, but these are just as cute and can be popped into the dishwasher. I love having a list of artsy things on my to-do list, and autumn is my favorite time for that, probably because the stuff is just so much fun to make. My last clay ghost is ready for paint and I'll start him today. I'm giddy over that. He's the one who will be a patchwork quilt. I thought I was being so original, and had even dreamed up a book about him. When I did a quick Google search to make sure nothing similar existed, I realized I'm a couple years too late - but doesn't this story sound delightful? Much better than mine.

"His parents are both sheets...his grandmother was a lace curtain..." I love that so much. All the more reason to enjoy painting my little ghost. Anyway, after my $35 Home Goods spree (I regret not buying the Halloween bedsheets) Mickey suggested we grab lunch. If there's one thing I enjoy almost as much as Home Goods, it's going out for lunch. Nothing fancy, we just popped into Qdoba where you can build a semi-healthy, spicy bowl. And, as if the day wasn't splendid enough, when we finally pointed the car toward home we went through a Starbucks drive-thru for a yummy drink. You guys, I felt like I'd been let out of prison after being wrongfully convicted. Home Goods, lunch, and Starbucks - what a fun day! At the moment I have laundry chugging and another load to go in after that one. I should probably dust, and clean windows...but the odds are very good that I will be painting and crafting today instead. It's a holiday, I'm allowed. Alright, time to start painting candlesticks, so this is where I'll sign off. Sending out loads of love, encouragement, and the hope that this new month brings happiness to our doorsteps. While we're waiting, we might as well create a little of our own.

Stay safe, stay well. XOXO, Nancy

[blueribbs]

Delaware "Del" Sting. she worked for the military as a handler on the Machine Valkyrie (MV) project, and has since been transferred to the Armored Excalibur (AE) project.

Lore Dump ^_^

Delaware is hardworking and pragmatic. Doing her best to make sure missions always go as smoothly as possible. She met Veronica Hale early on in the MV project after the last pilot she was overseeing was deemed unfit to control the MV during the testing phase.

At first she did not intend to form a personal relationship with Veronica. However, she decided it would be a smart move to strengthen their bond as a means to have more control over Veronica, allowing less room for error. Playing on Veronica's immediate attractions and adorably skittish nature, Del easily seduced the pilot. She allowed her to sleep in her own quarters, rather than the dingy accommodations allowed to MV pilots, occasionally cooking for her rather than taking her to the on-base cafe. By the third month, Veronica was attached to her handler at the hip. Too scared to be left alone and completely motivated by promises of love and praise. Like a puppet, she would do anything delaware told her to, no questions asked. A pretty tool for her handler to use.

When the MV project was shut down and the AE project began, it frustrated Del to no end. While more cost effective and intended to be more humane, the new pilots are simply too sloppy for her liking. Collateral damage is frequent and relationships are far less personal. On the MV project, handlers worked closely alongside one other pilot. But as AE pilots required less management, three to four handlers oversee an entire platoon together. This makes it nearly impossible to sculpt the soldiers to perfection. AE pilots' lack of mental fortitude compared to MV pilots annoys Delaware, but most frustrating of all is their utter lack of obedience.

[thatspookyswitch]

Fellow polyam mutual that thinks you’re adorable! Funnily enough, one of my partners is in Delaware! (I’m in CT)

You think I am adorable? You should come say that to my face ;3 I hope they are in a better part of DE cause lower DE is probably the worst (where I live)

[lonelywretchjervistetch]

The State Bird Initiative: Delaware (#1) - Results

All right, poll is done! Meant to run it for a week to get as many responses as possible, but I Blazed it and got 300 votes, which is pretty good for the first one of these posts, in my opinion! So, what does a small group of Tumblr contributors think the state bird of Delaware should be?

...Huh.

SBI Elected State Bird of Delaware: Delaware Blue Hen (Gallus domesticus)

By popular vote, the incumbent State Bird, the Delaware Blue Hen (Gallus domesticus) retains its position as a representative of the state of Delaware! And I am...not surprised, actually.

Here's the thing, I really wanted this guy to be dethroned, because it's a domestic bird, and not a wild one, therefore having no conservation value whatsoever. So, yeah, it felt unimportant to me. But even I have to admit...I get it. The Delaware Blue Hen is pretty woven into the state's identity, as I mentioned in the original poll post. But, goddamn it...it's still not a real breed. So, Delawareans, you know what to do. Get this bird actually certified as a breed! Gonna need to do some hardcore selective breeding here, but if you want this breed to be legitimate and recognized, you gotta do it!

As for my personal opinion...well, here's my personal preference. And keep in mind, this is what I would do if I alone were in charge of the State Birds. SO...my personal choice is after the jump. But if you're good here, just knowing the Delaware Blue Hen is the pick, then I'll see you next time! And lemme tell you, Pennsylvania's gonna be interesting.

The State Birds Initiative Personal Pick - Delaware (#1)

State Bird of Delaware (SBI) and State Raptor (SBI): American Kestrel (Falco sparverius)

That's right, the American Kestrel (Falco sparverius) is my pick for the State Bird of Delaware. The Small Wonder State deserves a small wonder for a State Bird. It's red, white, and blue (by ornithological definitions of those colors), it's of conservation concern for the state, where it does breed, and...it's adorable. Look at him, he's cute as hell. So, that's my choice for the State Bird...but I'm not done.

State Game Bird of Delaware (SBI): Delaware Blue Hen (Gallus domesticus)

That's right, I agree that the Delaware Blue Hen should remain a state symbol. I just don't think it should be a State Bird. Give every state a State Game Bird, and let this be the species for Delaware. It works in every way possible. It even remains the mascot for University of Delaware, as a LITERAL game bird. Revisit my original post for more info on that, but I'm not letting go of this as a wish of mine. But hey...I'm STILL not done.

SBI's Big Fifty - Delaware: Red Knot (Calidris canutus)

The Big Fifty are birds that are highlighted by this poll project, but not qualified for or voted in as the State Bird for a given state. Additionally, they're birds of note in a given state, and that are highlights for any birdwatchers, beginning or veteran. Because it doesn't breed in the state, and only visits occasionally, the Red Knot (Calidris canutus) is a poor choice for a State Bird, despite its popularity as an alternative to the blue hen. But, even you guys agree, this doesn't work as well for that reason. But it is a major feature of the migration seasons, and should absolutely be highlighted somehow. So, the Red Knot gets a title as Delaware's representative of the Big Fifty! So, go out there and find it...in September and October, when migration is in full form.

BUT WAIT I AM NOT DONE

State Conservation Focus (SBI): American Horseshoe Crab (Limulus polyphemus)

OK, this is the last one. To be fair here, the American Horseshoe Crab (Limulus polyphemus) is already the State Marine Animal. That category is a little broad for my tastes, but I am glad it's been recognized at the very least. But that said...the horseshoe crab deserves a LOT more recognition for its ecological importance. I considered calling this category the State Keystone Species, but that won't be the case for all species of conservation focus. So, let's highlight this ridiculously important species by giving it a new category. This is an important animal. I'd rather it not be neglected.

And THAT is it, I promise. These categories will shift a little bit from state to state. You may have noticed that I labeled the American Kestrel both the State Bird AND the State Raptor. That'll come into play in the future, I promise. But for now, that's the SBI endorsement for State Birds and Conservation Symbol. Next time, Pennsylvania.

See you next time, and happy birding!

Introduction to the State Birds Initiative

1. Delaware - Poll | Results 2. Pennsylvania - Poll | Results 3. New Jersey - Poll | Results 4. Georgia - Poll | Results 5. Connecticut - Poll | Results 6. Massachusetts - Poll | Results

[bullet-prooflove]

A round up of all the fics that went out last week for anyone who was too busy or hasn’t had a chance to catch up:

Chicago Med

Pink - Connor recalls meeting you for the first time.

Nothing’s Changed - Connor reassures you that nothing's changed in your absence.

Should Have - Companion piece to The Fight Before Christmas - There's a lot of things Sam should have done.

FBI

Love Language - You don't realise that Jubal speaks Italian.

Family - You and OA discuss what the future looks like for the both of you.

Delaware - Things change for you and OA when you discover your father is sick.

The Best Thing - Omar and Scott argue about what's best for you.

FBI: International

No Questions Asked - You give Damien a lifeline.

Permanent - Scott likes listening to you talk in your sleep.

Adore You (NSFW) - Scott finds another way to say I love you.

FBI: Most Wanted

Pretty - You and Remy celebrate your anniversary in a red dress in a hotel bar.

Law & Order: SVU

Punch Out - Mike needs to relieve a little stress. (Mike Dodds x Peter Stone)

Ruin (NSFW) - You've ruined Terry for anyone else including his wife.

You & Only You (NSFW) - It's you Terry thanks about.

Close - An evening with you leads Terry to end his marriage.

Mayans

Kicking - Bishop feels his daughter kick for the very first time.

Reputation - EZ tells you about his reputation.

LA Series Part Two: Important - Manny gets ready for an important occasion.

Stockton Series: Part Eight: Canvas - Nestor struggles in the aftermath of the attack.

NCIS: LA

Flight Deck - It starts on the flight deck of the USS Allegiance.

Nine Months - Harm worries that nine months is too long to be away.

Twilight Hours (NSFW) - Harm thinks of you in the twilight hours.

Happy Birthday (NSFW) - Harm tries to make it home for your birthday.

Georgetown - Harm comes home for the first time to house in Georgetown.

Enough - Harm convinces you that you are enough.

Always - You love Nik despite the fact he's a bit of an asshole.

Mexico - The shit hits the fan when Nik learns about your trip to Mexico.

A Sight For Sore Eyes - You and Nik reunite on a dusty road in Iraq.

SOA

Maps - Juice discovers who helped you to disappear.

Top Gun

Lucky - Beau decides he doesn't want to keep things a secret anymore.

Triple Frontier

Three Summers - Benny finally decides to make an honest woman of you.

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