#Green List Qualifications

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[visenyaism]

Dany advisor tier list?

Just for you I made you a rubric. I did not include “could reasonably be called a good advisor” because I think many of them would disqualify. Poor kid.

Here is my ranking based on said points.

12. Viserys- 3. Despite my best efforts to rig this shit, Viserys ends up last. I remembered the reason why Dany is attached to Jorah at all isnt because he is reliable or a good advisor but because he is only slightly more reliable and less of an active threat than Viserys at the time.

11. Warlocks of the House of the Undying- 3.5 if you count prophetic dreams as good advice.

10. Jorah- 4. Fun fact when I was reading dance for the first time and he showed back up again and was reintroduced hiring a sex worker who looks just like Dany I had to put the book down and go for an hourlong calm down walk up a mountain before I continued because I got too mad.

9. Hizdahr- 4. He understands how Mereen works and is pretty honest about it to Daenerys at the cost of. you know. trying to use her as a pawn the whole time and not caring if she lives or dies. Also maybe tried to poison her.

8. Green Grace- 5-6, depending on if she is the harpy or not. Even if she isn’t she has a clear vendetta against her and is actively trying to manipulate her.

7. Mirri Maaz Dur- 5. She did teach Dany some lessons worth remembering but made sure that those lessons would be traumatic enough that Daenerys would do the exact opposite of it forever and maybe engineer her own downfall as a result, which I guess does accomplish Mirri’s goal. Highest ranking of the people who have actively tried to kill her.

6. Irri and Jhiqui- 6. Why are they still interchangeable after 5 books. Can they get some character arcs. Please. Rank lower because they don’t give her much advice.

5. Rahkaro and the Bloodriders- 6. They don’t seem to give her much advice, but they don’t seem to get much screen time anyway. Again can the dothraki characters not have any depth is that not allowed.

6. The Shavepate- 6.5. may have tried to poison her, jury is still out. If he was in anyone else’s arc, you would be like wow he’s a terrible advisor, but this is a competitive category for Daenerys, so middle of the pack.

5. Daario- 6.5. Daenerys has questionable taste in men because she is fifteen and been through a lot so she thinks this is all her choice and very exciting. But someday when she is older, she is going to look back on this and realize that someone should’ve intervened.

4. Quaithe-7 pending more data on who she is and what she wants. What is your deal girl.

3. Barristan- 7. Half points for “not being a pedophile” and “understands westerosi geopolitics” those are dubious. He is knightpilled and societybrained to the point of near-delusion and the fact that he ranks so high speaks less to his qualifications and more to the fact that this poor girl has had some really terrible advisors.

2. Missandei- 8. but again she is eleven.

1. Grey Worm- 9. Thanks mister worm. Unfortunately Jacob Anderson was still wasted on your role in the show.

[komsomolka]

After the victory of the Red Army and its occupation of the eastern third of Germany, large landowners, mainly the ‘Junker’ class (the landed aristocracy that had traditionally been a pillar of support for German militarism), were expropriated and the land distributed to landless peasants and small farmers. In September 1947, the Soviet military administration announced the completion of agrarian reform throughout the Soviet zone. The report listed 12,355 estates, which had been seized and redistributed to 119,000 landless farmers, 83,000 refugee families, and some 300,000 agricultural labourers. But many new farmers soon found that the acreage of the individual pieces of land given to them through the land reform was not large enough to provide a decent living; and often the new farmers did not possess the expertise or the machinery to work the land efficiently. The government therefore supported the idea of co-operatives. [...]

One of the big advantages of agricultural co-ops was that individual farmers and labourers had, for the first time, a fixed working day, guaranteed holidays and the possibility of retirement without the worry of what would happen to the farm. The co-ops would organise the cultural life in the village, support its members in building homes and in gaining qualifications. It also provided childcare and holiday places. [...]

During the lifetime of the GDR the percentage of citizens living in the cities with over 100,000 inhabitants barely rose. The increasing use of technology and modern techniques on the farms also made the work more attractive to young people and helped retain them in the countryside. It is significant that the number of members in the co-ops increased over time because young people became members, no longer leaving at the first opportunity for the towns (in the 1980s, membership of co-ops increased by more than 10%).

It was also a fact that the per capita production figures of most co-operatives were better than those of individual farmers in the West. The co-operative principle, particularly in the agricultural sphere, demonstrated that it could offer a third way between the often barely economically viable family farms and industrialised farming, which has been responsible for the destruction of social structures and the rural environment in many countries.

After unification, when the whole economy was privatised at break-neck speed, the co-operatives came under enormous pressure. However, the main reason they could challenge the threatened expropriation was that the farm workers and not the state owned the land. This meant it could not legally be taken away from them and they could make their own decisions as to what to do with it. Because of their positive experience working in the co-operatives, the vast majority of farmers did not want a return to individual farming. However, the co-ops had to battle against discrimination anchored in Federal German law that favoured individual over collective ownership. In addition, they suddenly faced imposed fictitious debts that were near impossible to pay in the changed economic circumstances. As a result, many co-operatives were forced to give up. Today only a few survive and about 80% of the jobs in agriculture have been lost.

Stasi State or Socialist Paradise? The German Democratic Republic and What Became of It by Bruni de la Motte & John Green with Seumas Milne (Contributor), 2015.

[gay-disabled-characters-showdown]

LGBTQ+ Disabled Characters Showdown Round 4, Wave 1, Poll 4

A character being totally canon LGBTQ+ and disabled was not required to be in this competition. Please check qualifications and propaganda before asking why a character is included.

Check out the other polls in this wave and round here.

Ambrosius Goldenloin-Nimona (Novel)

Qualifications:

He’s gay and has facial scarring

Addition by @yrrtyrrtwhenihrrthrrt First I'd like to clear up that he does NOT just have facial scarring!! He has a visible walking disability, requiring assistance to stand and using a crutch. He appears mostly unable to bear weight on the left leg, and additionally the facial scarring visibly obstructs his eye adding possible partial vision loss to the list so. Just gonna leave this here not to let my boy be sabotaged with misinfo lol

Propaganda:

He’s such an asshole it's great. Still very gay though, he gets injured at the end, and also has facial scarring. He’s very different from the movie, much more of an ass, but still interesting.

Valerie Day-Paranatural

Qualifications:

She is Blind and a Lesbian.

she's blind and sapphic

Propaganda:

Agent Day is a Spectral (a humans who can interact with spectral entities like ghosts and spirits, and possess spectral energy, in her case Pink spectral energy) working for the Paranatural Activity Consortium. Her "Tool" (an object possesses by a weakened spirits that Spectrals can use to host spirits an directly use some form of the spirit's powers) is her cane. Due to the influence of the cane being possessed by her spirit partner, "Venus Guytrap" (a giant talking Venus flytrap that emotes through various marble statues wrapped in its vines), it appears as a green cane with a bouquet of roses at the top. As a manifestation of Venus Guytrap's powers, the cane can fire pink arrows that cause whatever they hit to fall in love with the first thing they see until the arrow is removed. As a Spectral, Agent Day can enter a "Heightened State of Perception" to converse & interact with her spirit in a mental state wherein time seems to move at a slower rate, to the extent that it almost seems to stand still for everything except her and her spirit partner (a phenomenon also known as a "Spirit Trance"). Spirit Trances also create an illusory alteration of the world surrounding the Spectral theme around the Spirit's aesthetics, and cause the Spectral's eyes to glow white, but neither of these aspects really affect Agent Day given that she a) can't see the illusory alteration to the world & b) often has her eyes closed anyways, making it so that no one else would be able to tell if she was in a trance in public so long as she stays still and does not talk while being sped-up relative to everyone else. Thanks to this, she utilizes Spirit Trance to occasionally have Venus Guytrap act as a "seeing-eye spirit" to performing certain actions, like reading off of a menu so that she can order lunch during her date with Dr. Mina Zarei.

i'm no good at propaganda so i don't have a lot to say but i think she's very good and also she made a train kiss someone once. what more could you want

[laurasimonsdaughter]

“Alright! Let’s just quickly go over your answers to our questionnaire in your application.”

As far as job interviews went, this one was rapidly moving up the list of utterly strange ones. For starters this was the fanciest office he had ever been in, and this was supposed to be an animal sanctuary. The amount of decorative pillows piled onto the chair he was currently trying to sit on would have been more appropriate for a lounge in a posh hotel.

The sanctuary manager – at least that’s how she had introduced herself – peered at the printed sheets of paper.

“So you have experience with animal handling?”

“During several internships, yes.”

“Wonderful. And horticulture?”

“I know how to keep a healthy habitat.”

“Excellent. And do you have any siblings?”

There it was, barely three questions in and already off the deep end. “Yes, three.”

The woman fixed two keen, dark eyes on him. “Three including you?”

“No, three besides me. I’m the second oldest, if that matters.”

“Ah! That’s alright then, Second of four, very good.”

By now he was looking at the manager with unrestrained wonder, eyebrows almost disappearing under his fringe.

“Well that all seems to be in order, just one more question—are you comfortable?”

He faltered, blinking. “I...well, to tell you to truth this chair could do with a few less pillows.”

To his amazement the manager’s face lit up with genuine delight. “Oh that is very good to hear. I do apologise for all that nonsense, but there’s rules against asking people about the circumstances of their birth, you know. Here, let me.”

He got to his feet, still rather stunned, and watched how the manager removed three pillows and, from underneath them all, a small green pea from his chair.

“There we are! Now, we’d be very glad to have you, you certainly meet all our qualifications, and I assure you we offer excellent terms and benefits. You clearly have plenty of experience with amphibians and birds, but you will need some on the job training, because apart from the usual frogs, swans and ravens, we also have clients in some of the rarer categories.”

“Clients? I thought this was an animal sanctuary,” he stammered.

“It most certainly is! Except our residents have not always been animals.” The manager smiled meaningfully. “You’d be surprised just how many people, especially royals, decide they would rather stay enchanted.” She looked a little embarrassed for a moment. “Which is of course exactly why I need to take certain precautions with my employees, you understand.”

He was pretty sure he did not at all understand, but he wasn’t about to admit that now. “Right.”

She peered at him again. “I do still need you to promise me not to fall in love with any of them.”

“Why on earth—”

“It’s happened before,” she said gravely. “We also have a couple of private parks, with a more human enclosure, I mean house, because we do get the occasional beastification.” She shook her head. “The last person we hired, well, our client was kind enough not to file an official complaint, on account of the whole finding his true love thing, but it was really very embarrassing.” He sat very still for a moment. “So, how many of those are there?”

“Beasts? Only two at the moment, since that unfortunate incident.”

“And your other...residents?”

“Hmm lets see, seven swans and seven ravens, three frogs, a stag, a hind, a fox and a bear. Well, and the cat, but she’s an exception, she lives in our head quarters and mostly looks after herself.” She gave him a rather worried look. “I haven’t scared you off, have I?”

He gave her a weak smile. “You promised me five weeks paid time off, so no you haven’t. But I am going to need some more information.”

“Wonderful,” she sighed. “In that case, let’s start with giving you a tour.”

[murfpersonalblog]

IWTV S2 Ep8 Musings - The Ep8 Script (Pt2)

Thanks to slitwrstsavior sharing the script and @memorian for digitizing it! <3

Had to do Pt1 in chunks, cuz of Tumblr's 30-pic limit.

DANGIT. So this was INTENTIONALLY vague, not just some weird choppiness or cut footage.

Ohhhh.... They added just a tiny extra line--

But it's a SPICY line, cuz it implies that Les wasn't fully cooperating/on board with the rehearsal. BUT! Like I said, there's no effing mention/emphasis/indication that he was INJURED, either, which is an L.

They changed it--Louis looks UP, into the middle distance.

I'm fine with it either way--this scene had me and my bff SCREECHING.

Pet peeve, but the crew really should've been spritzing these vampires with a spray bottle of red blood, so we'd SEE the BLOOD SWEAT. (I was thinking about this when that post was circulating about vampire sex in IWTV fanfiction, like, AMC didn't show visual vampiric cues like Blood Sweat or blood (ejaculate) stains on the coffin lining--Les' was WHITE, and we KNOW Loustat was going at it in the coffins, so were they just reupholstering CONSTANTLY?) The books mention Blood Sweat all the time, all over their clothes, but the show just focused on Blood Tears (and ofc Les' ear hemorrhages).

OOOOOOOO.....!!! 👀 That highlighted bit was cut out! "You have grown warm again, filled with the love which you first came to Paris with." WUUUUT!?! So Armand's mind-wipe gaslighting BS against Louis was in the exact same vein as Claudia "finding her childlike wonder again"--which was IMPOSSIBLE, since ARMAND was the one that beat it out of her, Mr. 500 Performances, Mr. Sleep In Your Costume; Mr. They Gave Me A Choice; Mr. I Will Not Harm You.

I seriously suspect that every time Louis had an "outburst" like he said in 1x2, or "acted out," Armand would be like "Go back to your first night in Paris--forget all the bad stuff, just be warm & happy [with me];" but then Lou would FIGHT it (or rather: Daniel's constant prodding would PUSH Louis to fight it), and Armand would have to do it all over again. (My question's why didn't he just kill Daniel? Arrogance, I reckon--he severely underestimated just how good Daniel was; and "You can get lazy," like Lou said, cuz Armand didn't even bother to read Dan's thoughts to learn that the Talamasca was feeding Daniel all this extra information).

They cut that line, too--was Louis parroting him (fighting hypnosis), asking him (for clarification), or challenging him (indignant)?

That might also explain the new couches, LOL, if he wrecked them from the impact or bled on them or something.

(We already know Jacob improvised shaking Eric's hand.)

MLS = LePere Schloop?

Too bad we didn't get this--I wanted to see the main door/lobby of the penthouse (certainly not for my The Sims Dubai penthouse layout, no sir~!) .

They added extra lines about the hurricane being pre-July.

Uhhh.... This might imply certain things. Cuz I've been saying that the post-Paris timeline makes no effing sense (X X), and now we have confirmation(?) that Louis' had an Amex membership since 1951.... Even though Amex credit cards were only started in 1958, as a competitor for the Diner's Card that started in 1950 -- so was Louis an INVESTOR who helped launch the Amex credit card!? XD STFU, AMC! I thought y'all said No Forrest Gumpness!? XD

Also: HOW does Louis qualify for all these credit cards? (We saw he had a regular Amex Green Card in 1973 SanFran). According to Amex application qualifications, you need a US SSN or ITIN; OR a foreign credit card to apply.

And France isn't listed. (Unless anyone's French and has an Amex card who can correct me?)

SSNs have been issued since FDR (1936), so Louis SHOULD have one...but it would be from 1936-40 (pre-Mardi Gras), or after Paris () . Meaning on paper he'd be in his 80s in 2022, so I don't imagine he'd be a Black Card carrier for too much longer, unless he's got someone on the inside cooking the books for him.

Omfg AMC I hate y'all. got me out here overthinking effing PROPS.

They added a few lines about the green "pearly gates" of 1132:

And took out a few lines:

And took out an interesting bit of tea:

So the people of ~1940s NOLA thought Claudia was Louis' daughter (Claudia DPDL confirmed???) but the grapevine ALSO rumored that she was his child bride--OOF! 💀 (Which tracks with the AR pedo/incest stuff. Thank goodness they DON'T remember his name!)

Rolin keeps mentioning this smashed piano, but I HAVE LOOKED, but I also have crap eyesight (curse you, midnight gaming sessions), and I just don't frikkin see any smashed piano. HELP.

DEFINITELY not the Mayfair mansion though! XD DANG, I wish they'd included a few frames of gangs tryna rob the Garden District homes, coming up on the Mayfair house, and IMMEDIATELY booking past it like they'd seen a ghost. CROSSOVER, AMC, COME ONNNN.

Drats, I wanted to see Millennial Fledgling try to square up against Lou, and get one of Lou's patented condescending smirks. XD

And Les looked dirty, but he didn't look malnourished, sadly; which I'm still mad about.

In the FLOORBOARDS? OK, come through, BRUCE--I been saying this about Lestat, yet people wanna call me names!

New rule, AMC: NEVER remove Loustat lines. We need ALL the angst. Les out here like: ain't no way a baddie like Lou is SINGLE! XD

S3 BETTER show us Les watching the most vapid ish on Youtube, omg.

LOL

Drats--it might have been cool to see him with those huge pupils he gets when he's mad/hungry, but ah well; he still looked like a gorgeous BAMF.

EXCELLENT SCRIPT, EXCELLENT SHOW, GAAAAAAAH!!! ❤️

[duxbelisarius]

The Dance of the Dragons: A Military Analysis (Pt. 1)

I’ve been meaning to do this since I watched House of the Dragon and read Fire & Blood; after reading and re-reading F&B, I’ve concluded that the way that the Dance of the Dragons was fought by both factions is plain nonsensical. I will demonstrate this by analyzing the military as well as political aspects of George’s narrative, referring to F&B and other works in George’s ASOIAF legendarium and analysis I’ve seen from reddit and Tumblr. Part 1 covers Chapters 1 and 2 of The Dying of the Dragons, being The Blacks and the Greens and A Son for A Son, as well as The Red Dragon and the Gold where it concerns the alignment of the houses. 

Starting with Gyldan’s claim that the realm was ‘divided in two’ by the Dance, this is provably false even if one takes it as just a shorthand phrase and not a serious attempt at summarizing the Dance for his audience. Rhaenyra received the nigh uncontested support of four of the Seven Kingdoms during the war, the North, the Riverlands, the Iron Islands and the Vale, whereas Aegon II’s claim went uncontested only in the Westerlands and Stormlands. The Crownlands and Reach were divided from the outset, with the Tyrells remaining neutral until the end (arguably, but we’ll save that for later). Taking into account the Royal Fleet and Rhaenyra’s numerical advantage in Dragons, even though Rhaenyra’s allies were not all able to provide immediate support, the sheer number of her supporters presents a problem with George’s set-up.

What is that problem? By George’s premises that he established in his work, Rhaenyra’s support should not exist or at least not without the lack of qualification he provides. The chapter Heirs of the Dragon - A Question of Succession states that the Council of 101 AC chose Viserys over Rhaenys’ son Laenor by a wide margin, possibly as much as 20-to-1. Though she was passed over as Jaehaerys’ heir in 92 AC for her uncle Baelon, Rhaenys’ claim for her son was superior to that of Viserys, as she was the eldest child of the first son of the King while Viserys was the second son’s eldest. Yet George would have us believe that after passing over Rhaenys’ superior claim under Andal Law, the lords of the realm would support Rhaenyra in droves despite her objectively inferior claim? The oaths sworn to Rhaenyra as Viserys’ heir were made when Daemon was removed from the line of succession, and because Viserys had no children save for Rhaenyra. By Viserys’ death he has three sons and his eldest, Aegon, was in a similar situation to Rhaenys and Laenor. Under Andal Law, a sister cannot inherit before a brother; but just like in 101 AC, the wishes of the King that the legal heir not inherit were given preference over the law. There should be plenty of lords and ladies from either side of the 101 AC debates that would support Aegon on the basis of his sex or his legal status, but save for House Baratheon it seems that none of the houses that supported Rhaenys received offers of alliance from Otto and the Green Council until after Blood and Cheese, if at all.

George does not help his case by giving us so few good reasons as to why certain houses supported Rhaenyra or Aegon; @lemonhemlock has an entire tag devoted to this issue, and I recommend starting with this thread. Despite Aegon II’s ties to the Reach via the Hightowers and the potential for this to increase the Reach’s influence over the realm, the number of houses listed as joining the Blacks far outnumbers the Greens. House Beesbury, Merryweather and Caswell may be explained by Aegon executing members of those families for supporting Rhaenyra, but we get no reasoning for the Tarlys, Mullendores, Grimms, Rowans, Oakhearts, Footlys or Costaynes. On the opposite end of the spectrum are the Westerlands and Stormlands, which supported Aegon II without any mention of internal opposition by Gyldan. This is especially bizarre for the Stormlands given that Otto Hightower expected House Tarth to support Rhaenyra, while Lady Fell and Lord Buckler were among those executed by Aegon II early in the war. This trend of inexplicable unanimity continues with the Riverlands, whose lords are called a ‘notoriously quarrelsome lot’ but support Rhaenyra completely with the exception of the Brackens and the Vances of Atranta. The only real basis for this support that we get from the narrative rests upon the oaths made to Rhaenyra in 106 AC and a single visit she made to Riverrun in 112 AC, decades before the war began.

The unanimity of Northern support for Rhaenyra is even more questionable based on information which George provides within Fire & Blood and elsewhere. Despite Rickon Stark’s death in 121 AC, his son Cregan Stark only became Lord of Winterfell in 126 AC after imprisoning his uncle Bennard Stark and his sons for being slow to relinquish their authority as regents. Despite the approach of winter and the conflict with his uncle, we hear nothing of any misgivings or opposition to Cregan’s pact with Jacaerys. The pact itself is remarkably generous to Rhaenyra, guaranteeing the North’s support in exchange for the marriage of Cregan’s son to a future daughter of the still unwed Jacaerys Velaryon (contrast this with Hoster Tully’s demanding that Ned Stark wed & bed Catelyn during Robert’s Rebellion). In the case of Jeyne Arryn’s support for Rhaenyra, her supporters in House Royce have every reason to oppose this given that Rhaenyra’s consort is Daemon Targaryen, the man who allegedly had Rhea Royce murdered and tried to claim Runestone. Yet they seem not to oppose Lady Arryn’s decision, and Ser Willam Royce is among Rhaenyra’s supporters during the King’s Landing riots. When the war is over and Jeyne Arryn dies, House Royce promptly makes an about-face to support Arnold Arryn over Jeyne’s named heir Joffrey. Finally there’s the “Silent Five,” Corlys Velaryon’s nephews who lost their tongues for accusing Lucerys and his brothers of being bastards. We are told in Under the Regents - The Hooded Hand that the Five supported Aegon and that three died during the war, yet we do not hear of Velaryon forces of any kind supporting the Greens in the Dance’s narrative until after Rhaenyra imprisons Corlys. 

The Dance’s narrative makes even less sense when it comes to the Tyrells and Tullys, both of whom are neutral for most of the conflict. The Tyrells initially declare for Aegon but opt for neutrality when confronted with the large number of Black supporters in the Reach. The Tyrells remain neutral even after these Black houses are brought to heel by Ormund Hightower and Daeron Targaryen, but according to Maester Munkun they prevented the Hightowers from aiding Aegon II at the end by threatening the life of Garmund Hightower (fostering at Highgarden as a ward). The Tyrells were apparently unmoved by Aegon II’s rising fortunes, but were prepared to violate guest right and murder a child for the prospect of Aegon III becoming king. 

Meanwhile Elmo Tully keeps his house out of the war despite the protestations of his grandfather Grover, who is bed-ridden but wishes to support Aegon II. Elmo wished to avoid his house being assailed by either faction’s dragons, but he breaks neutrality and declares for Rhaenyra after being visited by Addam Velaryon with Seasmoke. While Elmo is claimed to have said “a dragon in one’s courtyard does wonders to resolve one’s doubts,” this quote makes House Tully’s prior neutrality even more mystifying. Daemon and Aemond were both present in the Riverlands and rode dragons far fiercer than Seasmoke, but we’re to believe that neither of them considered a show of force as a means of winning over House Tully? Elmo’s decision also makes little sense in light of the fact that Rhaenyra’s cause is in shambles at this point in the Dance, with Borros Baratheon and Ormund Hightower closing in from the south, the people of King’s Landing rioting against her, her Velaryon supporters abandoning her en masse due to the imprisonment of Lord Corlys, and rumors circulating that she had Queen Helaena and Dowager Queen Alicent gang-raped in a Flea Bottom whore-house. That George chose this moment for the Tullys to intervene on Rhaenyra’s behalf is bizarre, especially given the devastation wrought upon the Riverlands by the Dance.

I’ve doubtless left out other examples of inconsistencies and contradictions within the political alliances of George’s narrative, but in the interest of keeping things brief I’ve focused on what I found were the most obvious. If you’ve made it this far without drowning in walls of text, I commend you and thank you for your time (I definitely intend to add more images to spice things up). 

If you’ve got feedback for me, the replies and my inbox are open!

[toastedcinnamonflakes]

Books of the USA

So, I've decided to make a list of books that take place in each state of the USA. These are all books that I have already read. My only qualification is that they take place in that state, nothing else matters.

Please recommend me books for states that I haven't covered yet!

Alaska

Alabama: Looking for Alaska, John Green

Arizona

Arkansas

Colorado

California: A single man, Christopher Isherwood

Delaware

Connecticut: On Earth We're Briefly Georgeous, Ocean Vuong

Florida

Hawai

Georgia: The color purple, Alice Walker

Idaho

Illinois

Indiana

Iowa

Kansas

Kentucky

Louisiana

Maryland: The silence of the lambs, Thomas Harris

Maine: My dark Vanessa, Kate Elizabeth Russel

Michigan: Middlesex, Jeffrey Eugenides

Massachusetts: The Bell Jar, Sylvia Plath

Minnesota

Missouri

Mississippi: The little Friend, Donna Tartt

Nebraska

Montana: The Miseducation of Cameron Post, emily m. danforth

Nevada

New Jersey

New Hampshire: A separate peace, John Knowles

New Mexico: Love letters to the dead, Ava Dellaira

North Carolina

New York: The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald

Ohio: Little Fires Everywhere, Celeste Ng

North Dakota

South Dakota: Carrie, Stephen King

Oklahoma

Oregon

Rhode Island

Pennsylvania: The Perks of Being a Wallflower, Stephen Chbosky

South Carolina

Tennesse

Virginia: Flowers in the Attic, V.C. Andrews

Texas

Utah

Vermont: The Secret History, Donna Tartt

Washington

West Virginia

Wisconsin

Wyoming: The Lake of Dead Languages, Carol Goodman

Edit: Please stop recommending Stephen King to me, I've found that he's not to my taste.

[eurovision-revisited]

Eurovision 2006 - Number 23 - Kate Ryan - "Je t'adore"

More Belgium. They are having a lot of entries this year. This time it's the actual winner. Kate Ryan, another of the 2006 VRT girlbops and perhaps the one that punctured the girlbop balloon at Eurovision.

Kate (real name Katrien Verbeeck) has been having ever increasing success for the past four years. Singles and an album have hit the charts, not just in Belgium but across Europe. Her breakthrough was a debut cover of Disenchantée, but she followed that up with original compositions and even managed to get into the US Billboard dance chart with a cover of The Promise You Made by Cock Robin. Kate was a solid choice for Belgium. She could sing this material live, she looked good, she was relatively well-known.

Je t'adore is more of the same. It's Europop, filled with energy but at the same time harkening back to Eurovision past. Rather than ethno elements, it substitutes more Western pop and maybe that's where it went wrong. Somehow it doesn't feel hugely fresh. It fits the Eurovision template almost too perfectly.

It's not as if Belgium weren't really going for it here. It does manage to incorporate new staging elements including the illuminated microphone stands used as choreographic elements, that make it stand out from other fare. There's some rare pyro for 2006. Kate dances as she sings, hitting marks in way that most of the other entries don't have to. The routine is complex enough for it to be relatively hard to pull off perfectly.

Then there are the mistakes. Not only the camera cutting mishap, although I don't think there's ever been a Eurovision entry with a mistake originating from the mixing desk that has done well. The routine isn't quite polished enough and those microphone stands look like they're going to topple over in places, the lines they form aren't perfectly rectilinear.

After having won every stage of Eurosong '06 easily, Kate managed to finish only twelfth in the Eurovision semi-final and didn't get through to the Grand Final. It was only seven points off qualification, but that's not enough. It got points from lots of countries, but nothing higher than a seven. There were two many other different exciting things to vote for.

It was still a shock to many, the easy qualifier that failed, and a sign that if you wanted to do well with a girlbop now, it was going to have to be something extra. We'd seen it all before.

The good news is that this was only a minor blip in Kate's career. She went on to release something in the region of thirty singles, seven albums, had huge numbers of top ten songs in the Benelux countries and collaborated with Avicii among others.

One other mention for the song-writers here. Kate contributed alongside Lisa Greene, Niclas Kings and Niklas Bergwall. Lisa has written songs for many major names including Britney Spears, Girls Aloud and Kylie Minogue. Niclas Kings is someone who may come up again later in my 2006 list...

[pestcontrolblue]

5 Suggestions On Opting For The Right Kissimmee Pest Control Provider

Opting for the appropriate parasite control company in Kissimmee is vital for guaranteeing your home or business is actually free of cost coming from undesirable parasites. Along with many companies giving companies, it may be mind-boggling to decide which one will certainly finest fulfill your necessities. Listed here are 5 important suggestions to assist you by means of the method:

1. Study as well as Verify Qualifications

When picking a kissimmee pest control, regularly ensure they possess the correct credentials. Validate that the business keeps the required licenses, accreditations, and also insurance to function lawfully in Fla. Licensed bug control companies are actually needed to follow state regulations as well as use accepted techniques for parasite monitoring.

Look for accreditations from trustworthy associations, like the National Pest Control Organization (NPMA) or even the Fla Insect Administration Association (FPMA), which show the company sticks to market finest techniques. Also, ensure the company is actually insured to protect you in the event that of any kind of damages to your building or accident throughout the parasite control process.

2. Look at the Forms Of Infestation They Focus on

Various Pest Control Kissimmee suppliers provide services for different types of bugs. Some might concentrate on common house bugs like ants, cockroaches, as well as termites, while others might concentrate in more particular concerns, like bedbugs, rodents, or wild animals control.

Before deciding, assess the kinds of pests you are actually taking care of. If you're experiencing a termite infestation, for example, you'll require a provider that focuses in pest treatment and also prevention. Similarly, if you have concerns with mice or even creatures, try to find a supplier along with expertise in holding and also humane removal.

Make certain to inquire the firm concerning their expertise with your certain insect issue. A focused company will definitely have the tools, methods, as well as know-how to handle your insect concern extra properly than one that handles an extensive stable of parasites.

3. Read Through Testimonials as well as Seek References

Some of the greatest techniques to review a Kissimmee Pest Control provider is through going through consumer testimonials as well as requesting references. Appear for on the web assessments on platforms like Google.com, Yelp, and also Angie's List to find what other customers have experienced. Good feedback as well as testimonials are actually a great clue of reliable solution and also efficient parasite control techniques.

Furthermore, talk to pals, household, or next-door neighbors that stay in the Kissimmee location for referrals. Personal recommendations can easily give you insights in to the premium of service, consumer satisfaction, and the lasting efficiency of the treatments supplied.

Distrust firms with consistently adverse customer reviews or grievances regarding amateur actions, hidden charges, or even ineffective bug control treatments. A trustworthy firm is going to have a strong report of customer contentment and be available to addressing any sort of concerns.

4. Analyze Their Insect Control Methods

Various insect control providers use varying techniques, ranging from standard chemical treatments to a lot more ecological choices. If you possess concerns concerning chemicals or even yearn for an extra green approach, inquire the company about the methods they make use of.

Some providers may use integrated parasite management (IPM), which pays attention to lasting deterrence via a mix of all-natural, technical, and chemical strategies. IPM is actually a comprehensive technique that minimizes the dependence on chemicals and concentrates on getting rid of the underlying reasons for parasite concerns.

Be actually sure to inquire the company concerning the security of the products they make use of, particularly if you possess family pets, children, or allergies. A credible company will definitely be actually clear concerning the materials they utilize as well as explain the prospective threats, if any type of, involved.

5. Review Pricing as well as Company Deals

While price must not be the exclusive consider your decision, it is crucial to contrast pricing among various providers. Acquire quotes from various business and also examine what is consisted of in their service deals. Some providers deliver one-time treatments, while others may use ongoing bug control strategies, which could be actually even more cost-efficient in the end.

See to it to make clear whether the quote consists of an assessment, follow-up check outs, and any type of warranties on their job. A reputable pest control company will certainly supply translucent rates without any hidden expenses and also a crystal clear illustration of what companies you will receive.

Also, inquire regarding solution warranties. Numerous reputable parasite control carriers supply guarantees to guarantee the effectiveness of their treatments. If pests yield after treatment, the firm will re-treat the area at no extra cost.

Conclusion

Picking the right pest control carrier in Kissimmee involves cautious point to consider of many variables, featuring references, expertise, evaluations, methods, and also pricing. By observing these 5 suggestions, you can easily make certain that you select a reputable, effective insect control company that are going to deliver enduring remedies to your bug troubles. Making the effort to research study and contrast choices are going to cause satisfaction as well as a pest-free home or even organization.

All American Pest Control

1101 Miranda Lane, Suite 131

Kissimmee, FL 34741

(321) 337-0919

Kissimmee Pest Control

[homesimprovement]

How to Choose a Bathroom & Kitchen Contractor in Vancouver

Renovating your bathroom or kitchen is an exciting project. And, we know that hiring the correct contractor is not straightforward. After all, you want someone who understands your concept while also completing quality work within your budget. In this blog post, we'll look at how to select the best bathroom and kitchen remodeling contractors in Vancouver.

Start with research

Start by researching local contractors. Look for organizations with a strong reputation, favorable feedback, and experience with bathroom and kitchen renovations. Trusted platforms such as TrustedPros and HomeAdvisor provide a list of top-rated contractors in Vancouver. These platforms offer ratings, reviews, and quotations from professionals in your area.

Check Credentials

Before hiring a bathroom remodeling contractors in Vancouver, check their credentials. Ensure they are licensed, insured. And, in good standing with the local authorities. A reputable contractor will readily provide qualifications and references. Do not hesitate to request proof of insurance and licensing.

Evaluate Experience and Specialization

Find contractors who specialize in bathroom and kitchen renovations. Consider their years of experience, portfolio, and types of projects they've completed. Some contractors specialize solely in kitchen remodeling, while others excel at bathroom makeovers. Select one whose expertise matches your exact requirements.

Communication is important

Effective communication is required for every renovation project. A contractor who actively listens to your suggestions and replies to your inquiries promptly. And, keeps you updated throughout the process is invaluable. Schedule an introductory meeting to determine their communication style and response.

Request Detailed Quotes

Ask for detailed quotes from at least three contractors. A comprehensive quote should include labor costs, materials, permits, and any additional expenses. Be wary of vague estimates. A transparent breakdown helps you compare prices and make an informed decision.

Visit Showrooms and Past Projects

Visit showrooms or explore contractors’ websites to see their work firsthand. Look for design elements that resonate with your vision. Additionally, ask for references from your kitchen remodeling contractors in Vancouver and visit completed projects. Talking to previous clients provides insights into the contractor’s reliability and craftsmanship.

Discuss Timelines and Flexibility

Clearly define project timelines and discuss any potential delays. A dependable contractor will stick to a realistic timeline and react to unexpected changes. Avoid contractors who promise unrealistic deadlines or lack flexibility.

Quality Over Price

While cost is essential, prioritize quality over the lowest bid. A cheap contractor may cut corners. Resulting in poor results. Invest in a contractor who provides good craftsmanship. Even if it means paying slightly more. Remember that improvements are long-term investments.

Environmental Considerations

If eco-friendly practices matter to you. Inquire about sustainable materials and energy-efficient solutions. Some contractors specialize in green remodeling. Ensuring minimal environmental impact.

The Best Place to Find a Contractor: All Quotes

Finally, when you’re ready to connect with bathroom remodeling contractors in Vancouver , visit All Quotes. It’s a reliable platform where you can request quotes from multiple contractors simultaneously. Simply describe your project, and they’ll match you with qualified professionals in Vancouver.

In the end, we can say that choosing the right bathroom and kitchen contractor involves thorough research, effective communication. And, a focus on quality. With the right partner, your renovation dreams can become a reality!

[mushroom-madness]

Submissions & Qualifiers Masterpost

I’ve decided to just make one list of nominees that I’ll update every so often instead of making a new post for every update, to prevent clogging up the blog so people can still find propaganda and questions and stuff!

🍄Our Qualifiers!🍄:

Stanley (Spiritfarer)

Todd from Mario (Drawfee)

Mooshroom (Minecraft)

Brown Slim Mushroom (Everhood)

Moonshine Cybin (Not Another D&D Podcast)

Danielle Barkstock (Dimension 20)

Breloom (Pokémon)

Zommoth (Bug Fables)

Leif (Bug Fables)

Poison Mushroom Cookie (Cookie Run)

Toad (Mario)

Parasect (Pokémon)

Apothecary Gary (Amphibia)

Ragel (Undertale)

The Mycologists (Inscryption)

Bongo-Head (Genshin Impact)

Twirly-Whirly (Genshin Impact)

Kinoko Komori (My Hero Academia)

Sozo (Cult of the Lamb)

Caduceus Clay (Critical Role)

Toadette (Mario)

Shrumal Warrior (Hollow Knight)

Mister Mushroom (Hollow Knight)

Truffles Daal (Chowder)

Morelull (Pokémon)

En (Dorohedoro)

The Nomes (Little Nightmares)

Shiinotic (Pokémon)

Ramblin’ Evil Mushroom (EarthBound)

Amoonguss (Pokémon)

Amanita (Just Dance)

Jade Leech (Twisted Wonderland)

Foongus (Pokémon)

Goomba (Mario)

Akaboshi Bisco (Sabikui Bisco)

Walking Mushroom (Delicious in Dungeon)*

Clickers (The Last of Us)*

Puffstool (Pikmin)*

Mushroom Pikmin (Pikmin)*

Shrumeling (Hollow Knight)*

Congrats to all of our Qualifiers! Below are characters that have been submitted and meet the requirements, but have yet to reach the 3 nomination minimum for qualification.

Characters with 2 Nominations:

Violet and Tate (Monster Prom)

Kinoko (Katamari)

Josh (Dominion SMP)

Myconids (Dungeons & Dragons, 5th Edition)

Shrooom! (EarthBound)

Master Firbolg (The Adventure Zone: Graduation)

Tarin (Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening)

Marabelle Cybin/Marabelle the Terrible (Not Another D&D Podcast)

Shroomish (Pokémon)

Toedscool (Pokémon)

Slimefoot (Magic the Gathering)

Muttshroom (Mother 3)

Brute Bonnet (Pokémon)

Shrumbo (Ooblets)

Room (Join the Party)

Magic Myc (Inside Job)

Puff-Shroom (Plants VS Zombies)

Hattifatteners (Moomin)*

Chio (The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild)*

Characters with 1 Nomination:

Paras (Pokémon)

White Mushroom Emblem Heartless (Kingdom Hearts)

Amanita (Green Lantern)

Galwyn (Troll, 1986)

Advisor Mung (Hypnagogia 無限の夢 Boundless Dreams)

Captain Toad (Mario)

Red Dead Mushroom (Everhood)

Morphean Mushroom (Dragon Quest)

The Truffle (Terarria)

Ararycan (Genshin Impact)

The Blemmigan Voyager (Fallen London)

Brown Mooshroom (Minecraft)

Toedscruel (Pokémon)

Cappy (Kirby)

Fleeble (Ooblets)

Funghoul (Dragon Quest)

Mushroom Mage (Dragon Quest)

Sun-Shroom (Plants VS Zombies)

Doom-Shroom (Plants VS Zombies)

Fume-Shroom (Plants VS Zombies)

Gloom-Shroom (Plants VS Zombies)

Hypno-Shroom (Plants VS Zombies)

Ice-Shroom (Plants VS Zombies)

Scaredy-Shroom (Plants VS Zombies)

Sea-Shroom (Plants VS Zombies)

Shrub Berry (Empires SMP)

Night Cap (Plants VS Zombies: Battle for Neighborville)

An Zhe (Little Mushroom (小蘑菇))

Duncecap (Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch)

Napcap (Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch)

Nightcap (Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch)

Madcap (Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch)

Princess Shroob (Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time)

Shumi (Shumi Come Home)

Katie Clay (Seconds)

Magnet Shroom (Plants VS Zombies)

Mushroomon/Mushmon (Digimon)

Lich of Flowers (Maiden and Spell)

Hitotake (Mushishi)*

Bloater (The Last of Us)*

Killer Mushroom (American McGee's Alice)*

The top 2 characters per franchise with 3 or more nominations automatically are guaranteed for the bracket. Characters with less than 3 submissions and less nominated characters from franchises with more than two qualifiers will be used to fill the bracket based on mod bias, propaganda, and submitters passion, and are not guaranteed to be in the bracket.

*At least one submission for these characters was done through the askbox instead of the google form. If this was you, please resubmit using the google form with a note saying it’s a resubmission so I can get the proper number of votes all in one place. Thank you!

🍄 So submit away y’all! We’ll keep this post updated as submissions roll in and characters qualify! 🍄

[queer-in-a-cornfield]

A list of Thoughts™ I had in 2023:

-What is even the point of Arkansas?

- Why aren't there two cases of numbers?

- Humans like the taste of thinking they’re on fire and that’s just weird

- We need a word for when you're daydreaming at night

- Rob Cantor spelled backwards is not a palindrome and that feels wrong

-I think thyme should rhyme with stymie and for that matter, so should rhyme)

- Imagine a pollen waterfall

- What is the median word?

- V I O L E N T H A N D W A S H I N G

- How do the cars in Cars reproduce?

- What does human taste like?

- Plaque is like tooth zest

- Is there a raspberry emoji? (There isn't and I don't appreciate that)

- The respiratory system is my instrument

- 🎶Dun dun dududun dun dududun dun dudun dun dududun dun dududun dun dududun dun dududun dun🎶

- Is oxygen flammable?

- Someone should make jello ice cubes

- What is the word for the smell of a walk-in freezer?

- Where do blimps go when they aren't in the air?

- Do fish make sounds incomprehensible to us?

- Bottomless Dreaming (I do not remember what this means because I thought of it literally as I woke up)

- Who is the most average person?

- Is the trademark™️ symbol trademarked™️?™️??? (According to Max: Yes, by Alexander Trademark.)

- Why can 10/10 dentists never agree on anything?

- What percentage of the population is lawyers?

- Beanana

- What is the oldest surviving copy of a newspaper? (Not what is the longest running newspaper, but what is the oldest physical newspaper still intact?)

- ɪˈmæʤən ˈspɛlɪŋ jʊər ʧaɪldz neɪm wɪð aɪ-pi-eɪ ˈsɪmbəlz.

-I really want to bite my plant.

- Would Bill Cipher be invisible if you looked at him from the side? (Since he's 2D)

- Imagine if you could make wine bottles by jumping on grapes (Courtesy of Max)

-Queue should be pronounced qwehweh

- Trampolines are are when you jump on a strainer that is on top of another strainer. (Courtesy of Max)

- How many oranges are there? (Courtesy of Max)

- Imagine if there were just floating staircases to nowhere

- Rabbits are an unstoppable force

- What is the cold version of incineration?

- Wholesome blackmail should exist

- I hate that our eyes take in information from top to bottom because whenever I look at the map on my wall I see North Dakota first and that’s just not it.

- How many people were named Amerigo after the Americas became widely known as America?

- What was the greatest thing before sliced bread (pre-1928)?

- Pomelos are subject to the laws of physics

- Australians be like: “Our lord and savior vegemite”

- I want to grab a cloud with a hook and drag it along behind the car

- Unfortunate Roadtrip would be a really good band name

- You wouldn’t download a pie

- If you donate blood, do you tell the person drawing the blood "thank you" or "your welcome"? (Courtesy of Max)

- Grass does not care for international borders

- Why are mirrors slightly green?

- What is the texture of flame?

- What if Mickey was short for Mickolas?

- Beans is my favorite word.

- Trees are like naturally occurring lollipops except you can’t eat them and aren’t really anything like lollipops

- Is it possible to dissolve a brick?

- I know calling it Virginia was meant to be a compliment but like I personally would be miffed if a place was named after the fact I haven’t dated anyone

- We know what ranch tastes like, but then what does farm taste like?

- We have deductive reasoning and inductive reasoning, I say we complete the trilogy with seductive reasoning

- If the only qualifications for being a seagull are being bad at acting and not having lips then technically the only things that aren’t seagulls are people and desks (stupid f*cking bird reference)

- Is it possible to liquify a bird?

- Does pizza count as art?

- I’m so fine (both literally and figuratively, both sarcastically and sincerely. Bothception.)

- If Cam is short for Cameron then is Sam short for Sameron?

- Schrödinger’s AAA battery

- Five dudes, a gorl™, and a middle schooler walk into rehearsal…

- It’s been tomorrow since yesterday ended

- Ties are man ribbons

- Sugar is the letter Y of baking

- Balliscuits

- Desecrated Coconut

- Imagine if working out caused you to lactate (Courtesy of Alec)

- Dragon is not synonymous with pie

- (In the voice of the tiktok spongebob news fish) You’ve just been smargled

- What country has the most cities (incorporated places, not necessarily populous ones)

- Today is tomorrow’s yesterday and yesterday’s tomorrow and a tv show

- Soap soup

- Imagine a lightbulb with a smaller lightbulb inside and you can play lightbulb dice

- *British accent* Plunderbuckets and Billyhocks

- Rahrehksdee ;)

- Where does candle wax go???

- If you don’t specify the source of your organ meat, people would assume it’s human organs which is kinda weird

- What if air is a drug (if you don’t have it you go into withdrawals) (Courtesy of Max)

- What would a calorie taste like?

- Why are walruses like that

[gunlovingpacifist]

Now I have to block you because people on the right celebrate ignorance and Mooch of blue states. Them gunz ain't gonna feed your family......

I have posed this question a few times and never get a response

.... 🤔

Here is why I am a liberal...

Why are you a Republican?

The 40-hour work week, and thus, weekends!

Overtime pay and minimum wage.

Paid Vacations.

Women’s Voting Rights

The Civil Rights Act of 1964

The right of people of all colors to use schools and facilities.

Public schools.

Public libraries

Public transportation

Public universities

Public broadcasting

Public police and fire departments

Worker’s rights

Labor safety and fairness laws

*Nixon gave us the EPA

Child-labor laws.

The right to unionize

Health care benefits

National Parks, Monuments, and Forests, “America’s Best Idea”

Interstate Highway System (Eisenhower (R) and Al Gore Sr. (D)

Safe food and drugs (via the FDA)

Social Security

NASA

The Moon Landing and other space exploration

Satellites

The Office of Congressional Ethics.

The Internet

National Weather Service

Product Labeling/Truth in Advertising Laws

Rural Electrification/Tennessee Valley Authority

Bank Deposit Insurance

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Rights of the disabled (via Americans With Disabilities Act)

Family and Medical Leave Act

Clean air and water (Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, the Environmental Protection Agency).

Civilian Conservation Corps

Panama Canal

Hoover Dam

The Federal Reserve

Medicare/Medicaid

The United States Military

The FBI

The CIA

Peace between Israel and Egypt

Peace between Israel and Jordan

Veterans Medical Care

Federal Housing Administration

Extending Voting Rights to 18 year olds

Freedom of Speech

Freedom of Religion/Separation of Church and State

Right to Due Process

Freedom of The Press

Right to Organize and Protest

Pell Grants and other financial aid to students

Federal Aviation Administration/Airline safety regulations

The end of slavery in the USA (The Emancipation Proclamation, The 13th Amendment)

Unemployment benefits

Smithsonian Institute

Americorps

Mandatory Food Labeling

Peace Corps

United Nations

World Health Organization

The Lincoln Tunnel

Sulfur emissions cap and trade to eliminate acid rain

Earned Income Tax Credit

The banning of lead in consumer products

National Institute of Health

Garbage pickup/clean streets

Banning of CFCs.

LGBT rights

Expanded voting access via polling places

Erie Canal

Bailout — and thus continued existence — of the American Auto Industry

Lily Ledbetter Fair Pay Act

Established the basis for Universal Human Rights by writing the Declaration of Independence

Miranda Rights

Banning of torture

The right to a proper defense in court

An independent judiciary

The right to vote

Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act

Fair, open, and honest elections

The founding of The United States of America

The defeat of the Nazis and victory in World War II

Paramedics

Woman’s Right to Choose

The Civil Rights Movement

National Science Foundation

Vehicle Safety Standards

NATO

The income tax and power to tax in general, which have been used to pay for much of this list.

911 Emergency system

Tsunami, hurricane, tornado, and earthquake warning systems

The Freedom of Information Act

Water Treatment Centers and sewage systems

The Meat Inspection Act

The Pure Food And Drug Act

The Bretton Woods system

International Monetary Fund

SEC, which regulates Wall Street (weaked by conservatives)

National Endowment for the Arts

Campaign finance laws (weaked by conservatives)

Federal Crop Insurance

United States Housing Authority

School Lunch Act

Mental Retardation Facilities and Community Mental Health Centers Construction Act

Vaccination Assistance Act

The creation of counterinsurgency forces such as the Navy Seals and Green Berets.

Voting Rights Act, which ended poll taxes, literacy tests, and other voter qualification tests (weaked by conservatives)

The Brady Bill (5-day wait on handgun purchases for background checks)

Lobbying Disclosure Act

"Motor-Voter" Act

Civil Rights Act of 1968

Job Corps

Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965

Teacher Corps

Endangered Species Preservation Act of 1966

National Trails System Act of 1968

U.S. Postal Service

Modern Civilization

BIDEN WINS:

• Inflation Reduction Act

• CHIPS & Science Act

• PACT Act for veterans

• First major gun safety legislation in decades

• Took out the leader of al Qaeda

• Historic job growth (+12.8 million)

• Historically low unemployment

• Expanded the NATO alliance

• American Rescue Plan led to fastest jobs recovery in history

• Confirmation of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson

• Rallied our allies in support of Ukraine

•Once-in-a-generation infrastructure investments

• Student loan forgiveness

• Rural broadband investment

In not a republican. I lean right on one issue. The second amendment. Why's that hard for leftists to comprehend

[inbeautifulruins]

𝐇𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐚 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐠𝐮𝐲 ... she could list off all the great qualifications that make him so wonderful. Though she's finally over the fact that he's her best friend's ex, there is still a part of Sylvie trying to find something wrong with this so she can push the thoughts away. But the fact that she knows she loves him and she can't really fight it. Not for much longer, not when she knows she can be happy with him.

Sighing softly, she looks across the table at Matt.

❝ I have been trying to find a reason why we shouldn't give this a try. Everything you said makes sense and I made a list in my head. All your green flags, all your red ones but... the only red flag I see? Is that you're in to me.❞

red flag ft. Brett & Casey @wachtraeumen

[nimilphilip]

Ireland Green Card or Work Permit Scheme for international students

Over the last three years, Ireland has emerged as one of the favorite study-abroad destinations because of the warm weather, quality education, and good job prospects. Some of the biggest attractions of studying include the opportunities to acquire working rights post-study, including the Green Card (Critical Skills Employment Permit) and General Work Permit routes. These schemes offer the students an opportunity to move directly from a classroom to a professional organization in Ireland.

Here we will try to cover every aspect that you should know about Green Card and Work Permit in Ireland: about whom it is beneficial; who is eligible to get it; how to apply for it; and its importance to students coming from different parts of the world.

1. Understanding Ireland’s Green Card Scheme

The Green Card which is however referred to as Critical Skills Employment Permit is intended to attract employees of high skills into Ireland. Still, it is a means through which international graduates can attain permanent employment and finally live in Ireland.

Key Features

Targeted Occupations: The permit mainly covers sectors in high demand for talent, such as information technology, healthcare, engineering, and finance sectors.

Family Reunification: Green Card holders are allowed to bring to Ireland members of their immediate families.

Pathway to Permanent Residency: Green Card holders commonly have a chance to extend their rights for two years, after which they are available for permanent residency.

Eligibility for International Students

International students are eligible to apply if they:

Be employed and have a job offer for a highly skilled profession from an employer in Ireland.

Are provided with an annual wage of not less than €32000 in the case of targeted professions and €64000 for other positions.

Are a graduate or possess a qualification in your area of study in Ireland?

2. General Work Permit Scheme

This is the permit that applies to general employees and the occupations that are not listed in the high demand of Human Resources. In that respect, the F-1 visa does not work as well as the Green Card but it can provide the students with a valid working scheme when exiting their study years.

Key Features

Wide Occupation Range: Available for a variety of positions, except those listed as ineligible occupations at the provided link.

Salary Threshold: The minimum wage is €30,000 per annum and the employer’s share of social security contributions is €10,912.

Renewable: Originally awarded for two years, it may be extended for another period of up to five years.

Eligibility Criteria

Students can apply for a General Work Permit if they:

Have a job offer from an employer in Ireland.

Meet the minimum salary requirements.

Can demonstrate that the position was advertised to EU/EEA candidates first, as per the labor market needs test.

3. Why These Schemes Matter for International Students

Ireland’s work permit schemes are integral to the country’s strategy to attract and retain international talent. For students, these permits offer numerous advantages:

A. Seamless Transition to Employment

Graduates can leverage their Irish education and secure roles in top companies, particularly in growing sectors like IT, pharmaceuticals, and business.

B. Pathway to Long-Term Residency

Both permits provide a route to permanent residency, making it easier for students to plan their long-term future in Ireland.

C. Access to a Global Job Market

Working in Ireland allows students to gain international experience, boosting their global employability.

4. Application Process for Work Permits

The application process for both the Green Card and General Work Permit involves the following steps:

Step 1: Secure a Job Offer

Students must have a valid job offer from an Irish employer. The employer’s details will be required during the application.

Step 2: Prepare Documents

Applicants need to gather essential documents, including:

Passport

Job offer letter

Academic qualifications

Employment contract

Proof of salary meeting the permit’s requirements

Step 3: Submit an Online Application

Applications are submitted online through Ireland’s Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment portal.

Step 4: Pay the Application Fee

Critical Skills Employment Permit: €1,000

General Work Permit: €500 (6 months) or €1,000 (up to 24 months)

Step 5: Wait for Approval

Processing times typically range from 6 to 8 weeks.

5. Popular Sectors for International Students in Ireland

Ireland’s robust economy offers opportunities in various sectors. Some of the key industries hiring international graduates include:

A. Information Technology

Ireland is home to tech giants like Google, Facebook, and Microsoft. IT roles are among the most in-demand, making it a prime sector for graduates.

B. Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology

As a leading hub for life sciences, Ireland offers roles in research, manufacturing, and quality assurance.

C. Financial Services

With Dublin as a global financial center, opportunities in banking, insurance, and fintech are plentiful.

D. Engineering

Engineering graduates are sought after in industries like construction, renewable energy, and manufacturing.

6. Tips for Students Planning to Apply

A. Build Industry Connections

Networking during your studies can help secure job opportunities after graduation. Attend career fairs and connect with alumni.

B. Gain Relevant Experience

Internships and part-time jobs aligned with your field of study can strengthen your application for work permits.

C. Focus on High-Demand Skills

Developing expertise in areas like data analysis, coding, and project management can make you a more attractive candidate.

D. Stay Updated on Regulations

Ireland’s work permit policies may evolve. Regularly check official government websites for updates.

7. Challenges and How to Overcome Them

A. Competition for Jobs

Ireland’s job market is competitive. International students must focus on excelling academically and acquiring additional skills.

B. Visa and Documentation Requirements

Ensure all documentation is accurate and submitted on time to avoid delays.

C. Adapting to the Work Culture

Understanding Irish work culture, including communication styles and workplace norms, can help you integrate smoothly.

8. Success Stories

A. Akshay Kumar – IT Professional

An Indian graduate from Trinity College Dublin, Akshay secured a Green Card with a leading tech company. His journey showcases the importance of internships and networking.

B. Priya Sharma – Biopharmaceutical Engineer

Priya’s role at a pharmaceutical company was facilitated by her Critical Skills Employment Permit, underscoring the value of aligning education with industry demands.

9. Future Prospects for International Students in Ireland

Ireland’s emphasis on attracting international talent is likely to continue. With expanding industries and government support, students can expect:

Increased Opportunities: Sectors like IT and renewable energy are projected to grow further.

Enhanced Benefits: Continued focus on improving work permit processes and residency options.

Supportive Policies: Ireland remains committed to welcoming global talent through education and employment.

Conclusion

When it comes to career building, the Green Card and Work Permit schemes of Ireland give students the best chance to have a career in a growing economy. By learning the requirements to qualify for a job, study effectively, and take advantage of Irish resources in education students can move directly from education and work.

From a larger perspective, these schemes not only offer a challenging and lucrative job prospectus to Indian students interested in pursuing education here and then working in Ireland but also avail a chance to settle down in one of the most progressive countries in Europe.

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