#Hemp Paper Boxes

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❄️ WOSO FICMAS: Dec. 20 - Lauren Hemp ❄️

Lauren Hemp x Reader (Man City) | WC: 982

Dec. 20 prompt - secret santa

-> woso ficmas masterlist can be found here!

You were thrilled when Ellie suggested a Secret Santa gift exchange between the team after practice. You loved giving gifts to people and you loved your teammates so it seemed like a win-win. Once everyone had finished showering and gotten dressed, you all scribbled your names on a small piece of paper before tossing in someone’s beanie.

You watched as the players before you drew names, trying to gauge who they got based on their reactions but you were unsuccessful. When it was your turn, you held your breath as you reached into the hat, grabbing the first piece of paper you touched.

Holding the paper away from any prying eyes, you opened the neatly folded paper to see a name you were partially hoping to not get. You tried to keep your reaction neutral as you stared at the printed “Lauren.” it’s not that the blonde was hard to shop for, but the crush you had on her made you nervous just thinking about pulling her name.

You avoided eye contact with the blonde, eyes falling to the floor after some teammates picked their person. You missed Lauren’s eyes dart to you after she picked a name, having also picked you.

You were partially listening to the rules of the gift exchange being announced, knowing someone would forget and need to be told over text later. The team started slowly filtering out of the locker room, ready to head home after a long training session. Your mind was racing with thoughts of the forward you were crushing on, hoping this gift exchange could be your opening to telling her how you felt.

You were proven right about someone needing a reminder of the rules later that night when Alanna asked for a reminder in the team group chat. You knew the rule of “keeping it a secret” but you were planning on ignoring that specific rule in favor of writing a note inside a Christmas card that would be attached to the wrapped gift you were planning on giving Lauren.

Lauren’s love of LEGO sets was not a secret so shopping for the blonde was easy. You knew which ones she already had, having seen most of them set up around her apartment whenever you hung out there. You decided on getting her the flower bouquet LEGO set, thinking it could also double as cute home decor.

Two weeks later you were sitting in the living room at Steph’s house, your teammates slowly starting to arrive. You nervously kept glancing at the wrapped LEGO set under the Christmas tree, hoping that Lauren would like it.

Once everyone arrived and had something to eat, Steph gathered everyone in the living room before she started passing out gifts. The captain made sure everyone had their gifts before sitting down and giving the go-ahead for everyone to open their presents.

You heard some of your teammates laugh at the things they received, jokingly saying “it’s what i’ve always wanted.” You laughed alongside them as your fingers worked to ride the wrapping paper from the box sitting on your lap. The box was a little heavy which made you nervous about what could be in there.

When you opened the box, your eyes were wide at the sight of a special edition of one of your favorite books. You had only mentioned the book maybe once or twice around the team so you were shocked that someone had remembered. When you looked up to see if anyone, in particular, was watching your reaction to the gift, the only pair of eyes that met yours was Lauren’s.

You knew then that the blonde was your secret santa even though neither of you spoke. A light blush coated both of your cheeks as you mouthed a quiet “thank you” to the blonde. She nodded her head towards the LEGO set next to her as a way of showing she knew it was from you.

With a quick look around the room and seeing none of your teammates were paying attention to you, you pointed to the card that was lying on top of the LEGO box that read “read later” across the envelope. Lauren stood up, grabbing the envelope as she did so, and made her way into the kitchen knowing no one was going to notice she left.

You had hoped that this wasn’t going to make things awkward between the two of you but you needed to let the forward know how you felt about her. You gave her a few minutes before making your way into the kitchen to join her.

You found her propped against the counter, eyes scanning the card multiple times.

“I know it's supposed to be a secret and everything, but I wanted you to know it was from me,” you said quietly, alerting the blonde of your presence.

Lauren’s head lifted from the card, finding you standing nervously by the entryway. She sat the card on the counter making her way toward you and hesitated before pulling you into a tight hug. Your arms wrapped around the blonde, hoping that this wasn’t going to end with her telling you she didn’t feel the same.

When you pulled away, neither of you broke eye contact. Lauren bit her bottom lip, seemingly deep in thought before her eyes darted towards where all your teammates were.

“Can I kiss you?” the forward rushed out, needing to show you how she felt.

You quickly nodded and when Lauren’s lips met yours in a kiss, you knew it was a good thing to break the rules. The kiss was short but conveyed both of your feelings that you kept secret for a while. It was a start and since you’d both be going home soon, it was more of a promise that something special would be waiting when you got back after the break.

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dark academia stationary tips? ideas? please? i beg of you.

Deepen Your Dive into Dark Academia Stationery:

Crafting the Canvas:

Paper: Embrace the tactile – rough-edged parchment, marbled sheets, hand-dyed linen paper. Seek antique ledgers, vintage score sheets, or maps for a truly timeworn effect.

Ink: Let your words drip in history – deep emerald greens, rich burgundy, charcoal grey. Discover shimmering gold or silver for elegant annotations. For an extra flourish, explore calligraphy inks and vintage fountain pens.

Beyond the Basics:

Washi Tapes: Forget the neon, embrace botanical prints, celestial patterns, and antique library stamps. Layer them for depth, use them to seal letters, or decorate journal edges.

Stickers & Tags: Pressed leaves, dried flowers, and ephemera from library archives add a touch of natural mystery. Vintage anatomy diagrams, constellations, and old library catalog cards offer an academic flair.

Sealing Secrets: Wax seals & ribbons elevate simple letters into heirlooms. Choose deep green wax, embossed with a raven, a quill, or your own monogram. Tie with silk or hemp twine for a finishing touch.

Unleashing the Scholarly Spirit:

Journals & Notebooks: Opt for leather-bound volumes, with aged paper and ribbon bookmarks. Decorate with antique maps, pressed flowers, or handwritten quotes from your favorite poets.

Organizing Knowledge: Index cards, vintage library pockets, and antique file folders help categorize your studies. Label them with elegant script and adorn them with botanical sketches or scientific diagrams.

The Scholar's Tools: Antique brass compasses, vintage rulers, and magnifying glasses add a touch of academic ambiance to your desk.

Whispers of Antiquity:

Poetry & Letters: Handwrite in a flowing script, penning sonnets or letters to fellow scholars. Let foreign languages add a touch of mystery, or slip in quotes from forgotten classics.

Ephemera & Found Objects: Tuck pressed leaves, antique botanical prints, or ticket stubs from forgotten museums into your notebooks. Let them spark inspiration and evoke past journeys.

The Art of Storytelling: Create your own dark academia-inspired stationery. Make vintage-themed envelopes from maps, decorate boxes with constellation patterns, or craft your own wax seal stamp.

Remember, dark academia is about embracing an atmosphere. Let your creativity flow, curate your collection with intention, and transform your stationery into a portal to an enchanting world of forgotten knowledge and secret societies.

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What Is Hemp?

It’s A Trillion Dollar Cash Crop.

Hemp is a name given to a strain of the cannabis plant.

Hemp is a name given to cultivars of the cannabis plant (Cannabis sativa) that have been selected over many generations for fiber and seed production. Most hemp cultivars contain less than 1.5% THC, a narcotic compound that has the potential for abuse in high concentrations. Cannabis sativa cultivars selected and developed for their drug properties, referred to as marijuana, or dagga, can have a THC content of 3%-25%.  Hemp is a bast fiber, producing its fibers in the stalk similar to flax, kenaf, and sun hemp.

Multiple Uses

Hemp fiber and seed are used to produce a wide range of commodities including food and beverage products, fiberboard, insulation, paper, composites, textiles, carpets, animal bedding and feed, cosmetics, body-care products, soaps, paints, fuels, and medicines.

Hemp Seed Food and Beverage Products

Hemp seed contains about 25% protein, 30% carbohydrates, & 15% insoluble fiber. Hemp seed is reported to contain more easily digestible protein than soybeans. Hemp seed contains all 8 amino acids essential to human nutrition. Hemp seed is high in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, carotene, sulfur, iron and zinc, as well as Vitamins A, E, C, B1, B2, B3, and B6.

Hemp seed imported into the United States or Canada must be steam sterilized at between 180 degrees F and 212 degrees F for 15 minutes to prevent sprouting. Many US facilities receive imported viable seed under customs bond, steam it, and release it to the consignee or customer with a Certificate of Sterilization.

Hemp food and beverage products include hemp oil and seed, flour, pasta, cheese, tofu, salad dressings, snacks, sweets, hemp protein powders, soft drinks, beer, and wine. Hemp beer can be made from the seed, flowers, sprouts, and seed cake that is a by-product of oil pressing. Hemp beer is produced and sold in Europe and the United States of America.

Hemp Oil

Hemp seed is 25% to 35% oil, and is one of the oils lowest in saturated fats (8%). Hemp seed oil is the richest source of polyunsaturated essential fatty acids (80%). Hemp seed oil is the only common edible seed oil containing Omega-6 Gamma-Linolenic Acid. Hemp seed oil is very fragile and not suitable for cooking.

Pressed hemp seed oil must be bottled immediately under oxygen-free conditions, and must be refrigerated in dark, airtight containers.

Fiberboard

Hemp fiberboard tested by Washington State University Wood Materials and Engineering Laboratory proved to be two and one half times stronger than wood MDF composites, and the hemp composite boards were three times more elastic.

Hemp herds can be used in existing mills without major changes in equipment. Russia, Poland and other Eastern European countries already manufacture composite boards from hemp and other plant materials.

Pulp and Paper

The major use of hemp fiber in Europe is in the production of specialty papers such as cigarette paper, archival paper, tea bags, and currency paper. The average bast fiber pulp and paper mill produces 5,000 tons of paper per year. Most mills process long bast fiber strands, which arrive as bales of cleaned ribbon from per-processing plants located near the cultivation areas.

Composites

Until the 1930’s, hemp-based cellophane, celluloid and other products were common, and Henry Ford used hemp to make car doors and fenders. Today hemp herds can be used to make new plastic and injection-molded products or blended into recycled plastic products. Hemp fibers are introduced into plastics to make them stiffer, stronger and more impact resistant. Hemp plastics can be designed that are hard, dense, and heat resistant, and which can be drilled, ground, milled, and planed.

Hemp plastic products currently made include chairs, boxes, percussion instruments, lampshades, bowls, cups, spectacles, jewelry, skateboards, and snowboards.

Hemp Animal Care

Hemp horse bedding and cat litter are produced and sold in Europe. After oil is extracted from the hemp seed, the remaining seed cake is about 25% protein and makes an excellent feed for chicken, cattle, and fish. Chickens fed hemp seed on a regular basis have been found to produce more eggs, without the added hormones used in most poultry plants.

Fuels

Hemp seed oil can be combined with 15% methanol to create a substitute for diesel fuel which burns 70% cleaner than petroleum diesel. Hemp stalks are rich in fiber and cellulose, making them conducive for conversion into ethanol and methanol fuels that have a higher octane than gasoline and produce less carbon monoxide. These biomass fuels are also free from sulfur, and do not require the addition of lead and benzene used to boost octane and improve engine performance in fossil fuels. Ethanol holds condensation, eliminating oxidation and corrosion, and is reported to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by more than 30%.

Hemp has been studied in Ireland as a biomass fuel to generate electricity. Hemp has been reported to yield 1000 gallons of methanol per acre year. Hemp stalk can be converted to a charcoal-like fuel through a thermochemical process called pyrolysis. Henry Ford operated a biomass pyrolitic plant at Iron Mountain, Michigan in the mid-20th.

Paints and Varnishes and Binders

Until the 1930's, most paints were made from hemp seed oil and flax seed oil. Hemp oil makes a durable, long lasting paint that renders wood water-resistant. Hemp herds have the potential to make glues for composite construction products that are non-toxic and superior to binders currently used. With this technology, industry can produce composite products where all components are derived from hemp.

Markets for Hemp Pulp

Some paper manufacturers already have the equipment to process decorticated hemp fiber into paper. The leading European supplier of non-wood pulp, Celesa, currently produces about 10,000 tons per year of pulp from hemp. The use of hemp pulp in blends with recycled fiber of other non-wood fibers is growing. Tests by several European pulp and paper producers suggest that hemp pulp may replace cotton cost effectively in several specialty paper applications.

Potential Markets for Medical Application of Low-THC Hemp Cultivars

Many cannabis medicines have been produced using cannabis cultivars high in THC, and there has been medical research into cannabis that is low in THC and high in CBD.  CBD is a cannabinoid that does not have many of the psychoactive effects associated with THC.  CBD has been used to treat the following medical conditions: epilepsy, dystonic movement disorders, inflammatory disorders, pain, chronic insomnia, chorea, cerebral palsy, and Tourette's syndrome. According to a July 1998 report by the National Institute of Health, CBD may hold promise for preventing brain damage in strokes, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and even heart attacks and has been found to prevent brain cell death in an experimental stroke model.

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Revolutionizing Packaging: The Importance of Hemp Oil Boxes in the Market

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Increased Personalization

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Greater Emphasis on Sustainability

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Enhanced Consumer Interaction

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Integration of Smart Technologies

Smart packaging will become more integrated, offering features such as freshness indicators, temperature controls, and real-time tracking. These advancements will improve product safety and quality, while also providing valuable data for both consumers and brands.

Evolution of Design Aesthetics

Design trends will continue to evolve, with a focus on simplicity, functionality, and authenticity. Brands will seek to create packaging that not only looks good but also tells a story and reflects their values. Minimalist designs, coupled with high-quality materials and finishes, will remain popular.

Conclusion

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Rat cages do and dont's

I thought this would be a good reference post for those who have rats are or are thinking about getting rats, considering the amount of misinformation I see on this site about rat enclosures. I honestly could make a series of posts about rat care misconceptions as a whole but I think this is a really important one. Of course there are some exceptions to these, such as in the case of hospital cages or travel/temp cages, but that's not what I'm talking about in this post.

1. Do make sure it's the proper size

Rats need about 2.5 square feet per rat, and adding height or extra levels doesn't add to this, only adding floor space will. A critter nation, a popular rat cage, can only hold four rats. Adding a unit on top doesn't increase the amount of rats you can keep in one, only adding floor space by adding a unit on the side can increase the rat limit. 32x20x24 is the absolute minimum cage dimensions. There are many other brands that meet the requirements and are suitable, make sure to always check the dimensions. Plastic neon critter trails from PetSmart are never ever acceptable.

2. Do use loose substrate all along the base.

Rats are a fossorial species that need to be able to dig and burrow, and thus need at least a few inches of a suitable substrate to be properly enriched. Lining your cage with fleece or blankets is not suitable at all and is something I see many people doing too often. This is not proper rat care. Additionally do not use paper or clay pellets as a substrate through the whole base. Certain types of pellets are okay in litter boxes but aren't a suitable substrate.

Paper bedding is often used and it's not inherently harmful but paper has very poor ammonia control and the ammonia in rat pee is very bad for their delicate respiratory systems. You will need to change this out much more frequently to insure they're not breathing in a bunch of ammonia and it will stink alot more. Plus paper bedding can be more expensive. All around I wouldn't recommend it at all.

Wood shavings are a really good option, depending on the type. Certain woods like cedar and raw pine will release chemicals that aren't good for rats at all. Pine bedding is alright if kiln dried, but some rats still may be sensitive to it, in my experience. Aspen bedding and hemp bedding are great options. Make sure the bedding isn't too dusty, certain brands are less dusty than others, but it isn't too hard to sift the dust out on your own usually.

In the case of bio-active enclosures eco earth and other types of soil make really good substrates, but this type of cage set up honestly deserves its own post.

3. Do have proper ventilation

Like stated before the ammonia in their pee is very bad for their respiratory systems, therefor a cage needs to be properly ventilated. Bin cages, tanks and aquariums, any cage that doesn't have proper ventilation on all sides, is harmful. They need to have proper air flow in and out of the cage. That's why cages with the typical four wired sides and wired top is best. I even see homemade cages with two sides made of wood and two sides made of wire cloth and this isn't okay either. (Not to mention wood cages are improper as well do to pee absorption and being able to be chewed through)

4. Don't use too many levels

Little to no levels should be used in your cage if you want an active lay out. Try replacing them with lava ledges, ropes, branches, baskets and the like, to make the cage layout more enriching and to keep them active and healthy. Ramps especially aren't recommended, this can cause laziness, hind leg degeneration, and wired ramps can cause bumble foot. Wired anything except for the sides of the cage are a big no.

Some people keep one or a minimal amount of levels and I think this is okay depending on what you do with it. I keep one level in my cage to hold a dig box but all other additional levels have been removed.

5. Do fill it with the right things

A big cage that goes above and beyond the size recommendations but isn't filled properly is still subpar. They need lots of enrichment and alot of "clutter" so to speak, to feel safe. A wide open bare cage will not make them feel secure and they will be extremely bored.

They should have lava ledges and ropes and the like for climbing. Sea grass mats and branches made of safe wood also are great. Check beforehand to see if any wooden item is made of a wood that's safe for rats, as some wood is toxic to them. I personally use grape wood and apple wood in my cage.

Foraging toys are also a great, and I'd say necessary, addition to any proper cage. They need things to keep them from getting bored, they are extremely intelligent animals and foraging toys or small puzzles like that are great for them. Actually lots of toys for parrots are great for rats.

They should have at least a few different places to sleep, such as hammocks or hides. I like to have at least one of either for everyone rat.

Fall breakers. This is extremely important to insure the safety of your rats. If your rat falls from the top of the cage, fall breakers are there to catch them and avoid potential injuries. Seagrass mats, nets, and Ikea tie holders are amazing for this, I recommend multiple. You should have enough that there's not too many open spaces your rat can fall through. They also additional give your rat more things to climb on, making the layout more active.

Rats can be littered trained, and paper litter pellets are good for litter boxes, or a different type of substrate then the one you use for the rest of the cage. Just make sure the litter tray doesn't have a wired bottom.

Also additional I recommend having nesting material available in the cage, such as Timothy hay or orchard grass or anything along those lines. They really do enjoy putting nests together with them and it adds some texture variety for them.

6. Do have proper water sources

Rats should have access to clean, fresh water at all times. They should have multiple sources of water.

Bowls aren't bad but are very likely to be spilled, spoiled, or contaminated and need to be changed at least daily. If you do give them water in a bowl they should still always have at least one bottle, though I would recommend more depending on how many rats you have.

7. Don't house rats alone

I think most know this but I'm adding it on in case. Rats are social animals and you cannot replace their need for same species companionship. They should be grouped in groups of two at minimum, and two is the absolute minimum. Three or more is actually much more recommended. Housing a rat alone for long periods of time is down right cruel.

Also don't house them with non rat animals, such as mice and hamsters and the like. They should not under any circumstances be interacting with other species, other than their fellow rats and their humans. Your cat grooming them is not cute.

If there's anything I forgot to say, feel free to add on.

[shang-qieckhua]

Upgraded "An Squeak Peak-Cage"

Before:

After:

Shang was never digging around, except in his house - Soooo I thought i add more litter GUESS WHAT? Successss!!!

In Detail:

Me: weird, Shang doesn't dig, but he should!!! 😱

Internet: Some hamsters won't dig if the litter isn't deep enough...

Me:.....hmmm...

Ok time to rearrange the cage:

-Levels raised

-All heavy objects mounted on platforms or stilts

-Used different bedding/litter in layers

- While I'm at it, lets add an observation tunnel

- Then I provided a cork burial box, a second sand bath with Mellissen smell to calm the nerves, a container of peat and desert sand for the senses.... and then I sprinkled the surfaces in different ways: paper bedding, wood shavings, moss and hemp.. .As well as a porcelain tunnel and laid out and vines - provided for his claws.. ..

-Plus: a granite stone to cool off...

AND SHANG WAS SO HAPPY AND SO AM I! He was actually SO happy that he fell asleep while digging around on that day 😂 He is back to sleeping in his house now tho xD

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This day in history

I'm on tour with my new novel The Bezzle! Catch me next in SALT LAKE CITY (Feb 21, Weller Book Works) and SAN DIEGO (Feb 22, Mysterious Galaxy). After that, it's LA, Seattle, Portland, Phoenix and more!

#20yrsago GreyTuesday: mass mirroring of the Grey Album https://web.archive.org/web/20040220061627/http://www.greytuesday.org/

#15yrsago Terry Pratchett gets a knighthood https://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/7896865.stm

#15yrsago Irish cops finally “catch” Prawo Jazdy https://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/northern_ireland/7899171.stm?lss

#10yrsago Ukraine security forces torch #euromaidan’s IT tent, kill journalist, beat tech protester to near-death https://web.archive.org/web/20140302031342/http://it-namet.com.ua/news/zayava-it-spilnoti-shodo-podij-19-lyutogo

#10yrsago Survivors of the Florida School for Boys return to the site of legal kidnapping, torture and murder of children https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2014/02/returning-to-dozier-florida-school-for-boys/

#10yrsago XKCD’s brilliant explanation of Fermi Estimation https://what-if.xkcd.com/84/

#10yrsago NH legislator introduces bill to stop small-town cops from buying tanks https://www.techdirt.com/2014/02/18/new-hampshire-state-legislator-hopes-to-push-back-against-police-militarization-with-new-bill/

#10yrsago Detailed analysis of Syria’s network censorship with logs from Blue Coat’s surveillance boxes https://arxiv.org/pdf/1402.3401.pdf

#5yrsago Scientists finally explain why microwaved grapes emit glorious bursts of plasma https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1818350116

#5yrsago “We take your privacy and security seriously” is the “thoughts and prayers” of data-breaches https://techcrunch.com/2019/02/17/we-take-your-privacy-and-security-seriously/

#5yrsago Study suggests that Flat Eartherism spread via Youtube https://aaas.confex.com/aaas/2018/meetingapp.cgi/Paper/21432

#5yrsago Publisher of Alabama newspaper calls for the Klan to ride on DC with “hemp ropes” https://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/story/news/2019/02/18/alabama-newspaper-ku-klux-klan-to-night-ride-again-linden-democrat-reporter-goodloe-sutton/2910436002/

#5yrsago Ontario parliamentarian calls for Right to Repair legislation https://mobilesyrup.com/2019/02/18/ontario-mpp-right-repair/

#5yrsago EU Commission calls opponents of Copyright Directive a “mob,” as thousands take to the streets for the #Artikel13Demo https://torrentfreak.com/eu-commission-deletes-article-13-post-because-mob-understood-it-incorrectly-190218/N

#1yrago Twiddler https://pluralistic.net/2023/02/19/twiddler/

#1yrago Pluralistic is three https://pluralistic.net/2023/02/19/drei-drei-drei/#now-we-are-three

[gloombog]

those mini jansports mean business i just emptied out the one i take everywhere with me to see what's in there and it's just like.. sketchbook, albuterol, advair, inhaler spacer, wallet, 7 tic tacs (tropical adventure), mostly empty hand sanitizer, 4 sunscreens, 2 hand lotions, bag of halls that my cat chewed on and is mostly full of ricolas for some reason, deodorant, neosporin, BIG bottle of generic aleve, gabapentin, ziploc with tampons, empty elf bar box, receipts, tiger balm, folded up homework assignments, a bunch of blank binder paper (can't be bothered to take an actual notebook to school since it won't fit in the bag LOL), ziploc with masks, coin bag but it just has earrings in it (?), band pin i found on the ground (don't listen to the band but it looked cool), bunch of pens and pencils held together with a rubber band, lighter, mini lighter, mini lighter wrapped in hemp wick, couple of mostly empty lip balms, pocket knife, other pocket knife (inferior), one (1) plum flavored hard candy, nail clippers, tide stick, ear plugs, shitty carabiner (those small ones that won't hold shit), big eraser, emmett from the lego movie keychain but his feet are flashlights (epic and swag), weed pen charger, empty mechanical pencil (eraser is still good), some bandaids, two plastic question mark charms i think i was going to make earrings out of but they just kinda live in there now. and a handful of business cards.

[aryanishere]

Ginger,

Baby,

Hello?

Hi.

I have,

something to say.

I am scared sometimes.

No idea,

If it's all the hour-long minutes I spend alone,

Or if it's my mind,

drowning,

in its own thoughts.

Or is it my childhood fear of the darnkess,

still lingering,

somewhere in the back of my mind?

You see,

the little room of my life?

It doesn't have a lamp yet.

But now,

now my baby I am tall enough,

To reach up there,

Finally have some light,

So that I can write love poems.

Ten year old scared me,

Imprisoned,

In the shadow I cast on the wall.

Staring at me from behind,

As I sit in dim light filling the room,

Late at night.

Waiting,

To be freed so he can go and play with his red truck toy with yellow wheels.

Knees pressed against my chest,

Thinking,

About you and me;

About me,

Tracing every single blink,

on your "face magnifique" ,

About you,

Looking back at me;

"Will she see the love covering my whole face?"

I ask myself.

"That invisible glitter..."

Will you warm your little hands,

By the heat,

Radiating out of my pupils;

Melting,

my bones,

and the marrow in between.

Will you love me still,

When you find yourself,

In my room,

With pictures of you;

Fully covering all four of my walls.

When you come to realize,

How mad I am,

About you.

What do I do with all that,

All that fear flavored frustration,

Except hold it in my mouth like a lollipop,

Let that sweet and sour taste,

slowly cover my tongue,

Leave me with a black one.

It's all the

"serons nous nous"

And the

"Quel genre de nous allons nous être"

That scares me.

Because I,

My ginger baby,

I love you.

And want you.

And not having all of you?

All of you ,

Simply,

Scares me.

Only one way to numb away this pain,

now that you're not here to make it go away.

To all the sad songs I listen to,

when you are away from me on this cold planet,

I swear;

"I will own the world"

Not to rule,

But to hand it to you,

In a box covered in hemp paper,

For "R "

Written on it with discretion.

Only one question remains to be asked now.

[snkrcollctn]

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[tuttle-did-it]

Hey, listen, on first glance, it's harmless fun! So I get just being like 'yay! fun!'

I'm not trying to ruin it for everyone. Or scold anyone for thinking it's fun.

But I don't think people realise just *how much* waste there is during the holidays. Like, I just checked US stats and it says that in 2021 each PERSON generates 36 MORE pounds of waste in *December* than in other months of the year. They said that's equivalent of throwing away 7 computer monitors. It also said that nearly 1/3 of people who accepted a gift they didn't like threw it in the trash. Retailers dump 25% of returned products in landfills. in 2019, that was 5 BILLION pounds.

That's *so much* waste to me-- waste of money none of us have, time none of us have, and a waste into landfills that are alarmingly full. I'm not trying to be a grinch or ruin anyone's fun. But I do hope that people will start thinking about how much waste they have during the holidays. So it's not just wrapping paper, it's everything- the film that comes on most toys/electronics/etc is not recycle-able. So just be aware of how much damage holidays can do to the planet anyway.

But hey, let's think about ways you can still do stuff like this -- eco-friendly ways to do this (and just wrapping presents in general).

I grew up really poor; we wrapped things in clothes we were not using (usually summer clothes, but whatever we had). We used (and re-used) hemp twine, and it was fine. Like, here-- please find your gift of new socks wrapped inside this t-shirt you already own. Cool.

There was a LOT less clean up (you just fold the clothes back and put them away instead of having to haul the paper up, put them in a non-eco-friendly bin-bag, take the bin bag outside and then take the rubbish to the kerb for the binmen). I don't really do christmas, but when I did and wanted to be fancy (not use my old shirts to wrap stuff in) I bought a bolt of sustainable (cotton or bamboo, etc) fabric and just re-used the fabric as wrapping paper. You just need some nice jute or hemp twine to wrap it back up, or you can sew a ribbon in the sides so in pulls in (the way a bin bag would). You cut it to various sizes, you stitch up the sides. This lasts *decades*. (if you want to be *really* Eco-conscious, you can go through the clothes you cannot donate because they have holes etc and unstitch them, restitching them into wrapping sheets or fabric gift bags. There are absolutely tutorials on YT to do this)

And if you cannot be arsed with that, there are lots of places you can buy them online-- Etsy will definitely have them. Check out the Furoshiki knot wraps. Awesome.

If you're just going to get wrapping paper, don't forget the recycle-able paper tape and reuse the paper for as long as you can. If you're careful with it, it could last a couple years. Still best to try to get the eco-stuff, but I know that is more expensive. There is recycle-able wrapping paper, and recycle-able paper tape if you don't want to fuss with the twine. Eco-washi tape comes in lots of different designs, as well. Don't forget the eco-tags-- Just need to cut out a shape, poke a hole for some twine, and then write on the tags.

And if you want to do this tik-tok trend, you can use it to create your design, stuffing the fabric with socks or shirts you're not using for stability. Or all that brown paper wrapping you get in Amazon boxes. Or, if you're intent on building a person, you can actually just use clothes and stuff it with other clothes, putting the presents in the middle.

You can use postal paper (the brown recycled and recycle-able). All the filling from the amazon packages, pull it out, iron it between two clothes and then use that to wrap stuff. This is actually quite fun -- get yourself some watercolour paints and paint (or draw some stuff with sharpies) on some designs to customise it.

You can use newspaper, and/or old calendars you're about to throw away (maybe block out anything private if you need to).

All those cards you get all year that are absolutely not necessary but people still use them anyway? Use them to create a box, turn them (and any other card or paper you get throughout the year) into new paper (which is fun, especially for kids), or look on youtube for ways to turn them into new decorations and cards.

Old gift bags are great. Use them until they start to fall apart, then cut them down. You can use them to create new gift cards, new paper, or use them to wrap something smaller.

Like I said, I grew up really poor-- I was used to getting presents wrapped in my own scarf. So I don't really get this trend, it seems super wasteful for time, money and energy. I don't know about you, but I have zero monies. Spending lots of monies I don't have to do stuff like this seems silly and wasteful to me.

But I think most of this can easily be used for this tik-tok trend if that's what you want to do. You can do this trend. Just do it differently with a bit more eco-friendly materials in mind.

None of us have money to burn, and holidays are expensive in the first place. No reason to cause further expense to our pockets and our planet.

Will any of this be as internetable to show off as all the wasteful and expensive paper? Maybe not (unless you draw some really cool stuff on the newspaper or postal paper). But if a lot of people use this instead of all that un-recycled and un-recycle-able paper, it can make a difference. And if it just becomes a Thing You Do Every Holiday, it won't be weird if you get a gift wrapped in an old repurposed sweatshirt. It seems silly to me, anyway, to build a hoodie out of paper instead of just.. an old hoodie. So, you know, I'd argue DO put it on TT and instagram and try to get other people thinking about eco-friendly materials.

TL;DR - So yeah, if you really want to try this trend, go for it. Just try to use more eco-friendly materials (recycled and recycle-able paper, fabric, paper tape, twine) if you do it.

(and by the way, take half an hour to search online how to have a more eco-friendly holiday in general. Won't take long, just minor adaptations can make a huge difference)

My current favourite tiktok trend is the one where people wrap presents to look like something they’re not and some people get ridiculous with it

Like:

✨The dedication ✨

[divinepacks]

Easy Tips for Sustainable Cake Wrapping This Christmas

With Christmas just around the corner, you’re probably thinking about how to make your holiday celebrations even more special. And let’s be honest, there’s no better way to spread joy than with a delicious homemade cake. But did you know you can make your cake wrapping just as sweet as the treat itself? This year, why not choose something more sustainable? Eco-friendly Christmas cake packaging is an easy way to make your gift-giving a little greener and a lot more stylish.

First off, let’s start with what you already have. Instead of buying new wrapping materials, why not repurpose things like fabric or old newspapers? A beautiful cloth napkin, for example, can double as a wrapper and is reusable. Plus, it gives your cake a rustic, personal touch that’s sure to stand out. If you’re looking for something more festive, consider using jute twine or hemp string to tie everything together — both are eco-friendly and look great!

Another option is to look for paper-based packaging that’s recyclable. You can even find boxes made from recycled materials or biodegradable wraps. It’s like getting the best of both worlds: packaging that’s functional and sustainable, all while looking classy! And if you want to keep it extra eco-conscious, make sure to choose designs that aren’t loaded with plastic or glitter, which are harder to recycle.

By switching to eco-friendly Christmas cake packaging, you’re not only making a better choice for the environment but also showing your loved ones how much you care about the planet. At Divine Packs, we believe that sustainability can be stylish, so why not make this Christmas both merry and green?

[lashesgoldcoast]

Sustainable Christmas Gifts: Ideas for an Eco-Friendly Holiday

The holiday season is a time of joy, but it can also contribute to waste and environmental strain. Choosing sustainable Christmas giftsis a wonderful way to celebrate the season while caring for the planet. From eco-friendly materials to gifts that promote sustainability, this guide offers practical and meaningful ideas for green gifting.

Why Choose Sustainable Christmas Gifts?

Sustainable gifting reduces environmental impact by:

Minimizing waste and plastic use.

Supporting ethical and eco-conscious brands.

Encouraging the use of reusable, recyclable, or biodegradable materials.

Promoting thoughtful consumption instead of overindulgence.

When you choose sustainable gifts, you’re not just giving a present - you’re making a positive contribution to the environment.

Top Sustainable Christmas Gift Ideas

1. Reusable Home Essentials

Bamboo utensils, beeswax wraps, or silicone food storage bags make great gifts for anyone looking to reduce single-use plastics.

2. Eco-Friendly Fashion

Opt for clothing made from organic cotton, hemp, or recycled materials. Brands like Patagonia and Tentree focus on sustainability.

3. Plants and Gardening Kits

Indoor plants or DIY herb garden kits are gifts that grow and contribute to a greener planet.

4. Upcycled and Handmade Items

Support local artisans who create unique items from recycled materials, such as jewelry, furniture, or artwork.

5. Sustainable Beauty Products

Gift organic skincare, shampoo bars, or refillable makeup. Look for cruelty-free and zero-waste packaging.

6. Subscription Boxes

Consider eco-friendly subscription boxes for organic snacks, sustainable fashion, or environmentally friendly cleaning products.

7. Digital and Experiential Gifts

Digital books, music subscriptions, or online courses make clutter-free and sustainable presents.

Experiences like a cooking class, spa day, or outdoor adventure create lasting memories without waste.

8. Solar-Powered Gadgets

Solar chargers, lanterns, or power banks are practical and planet-friendly tech gifts.

9. Reusable Coffee Cups and Water Bottles

High-quality options from brands like KeepCup or Hydro Flask encourage a zero-waste lifestyle.

10. Charitable Donations

Make a donation in the recipient’s name to an environmental or social cause they care about.

How to Wrap Your Sustainable Gifts

Even the way you wrap your gifts can be eco-friendly!

Use recyclable wrapping paper or old newspapers.

Try fabric wrapping with the Japanese Furoshiki method.

Decorate with natural elements like dried flowers, pinecones, or twine instead of plastic ribbons.

Shopping Tips for Sustainable Gifting

1. Choose Local

Buying locally reduces transportation emissions and supports your community.

2. Check Labels

Look for certifications like Fair Trade, GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), or B Corp.

3. Avoid Over-Packaging

Opt for brands that use minimal or eco-friendly packaging.

4. Think Long-Term

Select gifts that are durable, reusable, or biodegradable.

5. DIY Gifts

Homemade gifts, like baked goods, candles, or knitted scarves, add a personal and sustainable touch.

Benefits of Sustainable Christmas Gifts

Eco-Conscious Choices: Reduce your carbon footprint during the holiday season.

Lasting Value: Sustainable gifts often emphasize quality over quantity.

Support for Green Businesses: Encourage brands and artisans prioritizing ethical practices.

Spread Holiday Cheer Sustainably

This Christmas, let your gifts reflect the spirit of love and care - not just for your loved ones but also for the planet. By choosing sustainable Christmas gifts, you’re embracing a greener holiday season that aligns with your values.

Make a difference this festive season - give gifts that matter for the world and its future.

[hennabrowgoldcoastblog]

Sustainable Christmas Gifts: Ideas for an Eco-Friendly Holiday

The holiday season is a time of joy, but it can also contribute to waste and environmental strain. Choosing sustainable Christmas giftsis a wonderful way to celebrate the season while caring for the planet. From eco-friendly materials to gifts that promote sustainability, this guide offers practical and meaningful ideas for green gifting.

Why Choose Sustainable Christmas Gifts?

Sustainable gifting reduces environmental impact by:

Minimizing waste and plastic use.

Supporting ethical and eco-conscious brands.

Encouraging the use of reusable, recyclable, or biodegradable materials.

Promoting thoughtful consumption instead of overindulgence.

When you choose sustainable gifts, you’re not just giving a present - you’re making a positive contribution to the environment.

Top Sustainable Christmas Gift Ideas

1. Reusable Home Essentials

Bamboo utensils, beeswax wraps, or silicone food storage bags make great gifts for anyone looking to reduce single-use plastics.

2. Eco-Friendly Fashion

Opt for clothing made from organic cotton, hemp, or recycled materials. Brands like Patagonia and Tentree focus on sustainability.

3. Plants and Gardening Kits

Indoor plants or DIY herb garden kits are gifts that grow and contribute to a greener planet.

4. Upcycled and Handmade Items

Support local artisans who create unique items from recycled materials, such as jewelry, furniture, or artwork.

5. Sustainable Beauty Products

Gift organic skincare, shampoo bars, or refillable makeup. Look for cruelty-free and zero-waste packaging.

6. Subscription Boxes

Consider eco-friendly subscription boxes for organic snacks, sustainable fashion, or environmentally friendly cleaning products.

7. Digital and Experiential Gifts

Digital books, music subscriptions, or online courses make clutter-free and sustainable presents.

Experiences like a cooking class, spa day, or outdoor adventure create lasting memories without waste.

8. Solar-Powered Gadgets

Solar chargers, lanterns, or power banks are practical and planet-friendly tech gifts.

9. Reusable Coffee Cups and Water Bottles

High-quality options from brands like KeepCup or Hydro Flask encourage a zero-waste lifestyle.

10. Charitable Donations

Make a donation in the recipient’s name to an environmental or social cause they care about.

How to Wrap Your Sustainable Gifts

Even the way you wrap your gifts can be eco-friendly!

Use recyclable wrapping paper or old newspapers.

Try fabric wrapping with the Japanese Furoshiki method.

Decorate with natural elements like dried flowers, pinecones, or twine instead of plastic ribbons.

Shopping Tips for Sustainable Gifting

1. Choose Local

Buying locally reduces transportation emissions and supports your community.

2. Check Labels

Look for certifications like Fair Trade, GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), or B Corp.

3. Avoid Over-Packaging

Opt for brands that use minimal or eco-friendly packaging.

4. Think Long-Term

Select gifts that are durable, reusable, or biodegradable.

5. DIY Gifts

Homemade gifts, like baked goods, candles, or knitted scarves, add a personal and sustainable touch.

Benefits of Sustainable Christmas Gifts

Eco-Conscious Choices: Reduce your carbon footprint during the holiday season.

Lasting Value: Sustainable gifts often emphasize quality over quantity.

Support for Green Businesses: Encourage brands and artisans prioritizing ethical practices.

Spread Holiday Cheer Sustainably

This Christmas, let your gifts reflect the spirit of love and care - not just for your loved ones but also for the planet. By choosing sustainable Christmas gifts, you’re embracing a greener holiday season that aligns with your values.

Make a difference this festive season - give gifts that matter for the world and its future.

[angelica4equity]

I buy orange and white cigarette style tubes for the classic traditional cigarette aesthetic and smoke it with non thc herbal blends that I roll myself. No nicotine no tobacco. In conclusion I am a hot dude without a nicotine/tobacco addiction and YOU can be too!

I buy the herbal blends from a coop that grows it themselves

Cigarettes = bad for you and everyone near you but unfortunately the energies and visuals are extremely sexy and erotic. The scent of charred tar alone.

Vapes = bad for you and nobody else but the energies and visuals are extremely asexual and repelling. Even the idea of someone addicted to strawberry vape juice immediately makes anyone dry as the sahara desert. Free birth control

[dayspagoldcoast]

Sustainable Christmas Gifts: Ideas for an Eco-Friendly Holiday

The holiday season is a time of joy, but it can also contribute to waste and environmental strain. Choosing sustainable Christmas gifts  is a wonderful way to celebrate the season while caring for the planet. From eco-friendly materials to gifts that promote sustainability, this guide offers practical and meaningful ideas for green gifting.

Why Choose Sustainable Christmas Gifts?

Sustainable gifting reduces environmental impact by:

Minimizing waste and plastic use.

Supporting ethical and eco-conscious brands.

Encouraging the use of reusable, recyclable, or biodegradable materials.

Promoting thoughtful consumption instead of overindulgence.

When you choose sustainable gifts, you’re not just giving a present - you’re making a positive contribution to the environment.

Top Sustainable Christmas Gift Ideas

1. Reusable Home Essentials

Bamboo utensils, beeswax wraps, or silicone food storage bags make great gifts for anyone looking to reduce single-use plastics.

2. Eco-Friendly Fashion

Opt for clothing made from organic cotton, hemp, or recycled materials. Brands like Patagonia and Tentree focus on sustainability.

3. Plants and Gardening Kits

Indoor plants or DIY herb garden kits are gifts that grow and contribute to a greener planet.

4. Upcycled and Handmade Items

Support local artisans who create unique items from recycled materials, such as jewelry, furniture, or artwork.

5. Sustainable Beauty Products

Gift organic skincare, shampoo bars, or refillable makeup. Look for cruelty-free and zero-waste packaging.

6. Subscription Boxes

Consider eco-friendly subscription boxes for organic snacks, sustainable fashion, or environmentally friendly cleaning products.

7. Digital and Experiential Gifts

Digital books, music subscriptions, or online courses make clutter-free and sustainable presents.

Experiences like a cooking class, spa day, or outdoor adventure create lasting memories without waste.

8. Solar-Powered Gadgets

Solar chargers, lanterns, or power banks are practical and planet-friendly tech gifts.

9. Reusable Coffee Cups and Water Bottles

High-quality options from brands like KeepCup or Hydro Flask encourage a zero-waste lifestyle.

10. Charitable Donations

Make a donation in the recipient’s name to an environmental or social cause they care about.

How to Wrap Your Sustainable Gifts

Even the way you wrap your gifts can be eco-friendly!

Use recyclable wrapping paper or old newspapers.

Try fabric wrapping with the Japanese Furoshiki method.

Decorate with natural elements like dried flowers, pinecones, or twine instead of plastic ribbons.

Shopping Tips for Sustainable Gifting

1. Choose Local

Buying locally reduces transportation emissions and supports your community.

2. Check Labels

Look for certifications like Fair Trade, GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), or B Corp.

3. Avoid Over-Packaging

Opt for brands that use minimal or eco-friendly packaging.

4. Think Long-Term

Select gifts that are durable, reusable, or biodegradable.

5. DIY Gifts

Homemade gifts, like baked goods, candles, or knitted scarves, add a personal and sustainable touch.

Benefits of Sustainable Christmas Gifts

Eco-Conscious Choices: Reduce your carbon footprint during the holiday season.

Lasting Value: Sustainable gifts often emphasize quality over quantity.

Support for Green Businesses: Encourage brands and artisans prioritizing ethical practices.

Spread Holiday Cheer Sustainably

This Christmas, let your gifts reflect the spirit of love and care - not just for your loved ones but also for the planet. By choosing sustainable Christmas gifts, you’re embracing a greener holiday season that aligns with your values.

Make a difference this festive season - give gifts that matter for the world and its future.