#Les Docks

[philoursmars]

J'essaie de rattraper mon retour : ces photos datent de fin juillet !

Marseille. Encadrés par une œuvre de Bruno Catalano, les Docks de Marseille et, derrière le Silo, l'ensemble des tours de la Joliette (la tour CMA-CGM de Zaha Hadid, la tour La Marseillaise de Jean Nouvel et la Porte Bleue)

[postcard-from-the-past]

Ocean Liner "France" in the dry docks of Le Havre, Normandy region of France

French vintage postcard

[thepiecesofcait]

Lovely ladies, going for a song. Got a lot of callers but they never stay for long.

[afrenchaugurey]

New OS on my AO3 : a blue coat on the docks

I wrote that when I had covid last month and posted it last week just because... I miss NewTina too much.

It’s a 100% self indulgent first kiss short story, from my blue universe (but can be read alone). Self-indulgence also means, I'm afraid, almost no dialogs. A short snippet for you :

It felt like a dream. A gentle haze full of sparkles. As in slow motion, they ran to meet in the middle. The sound produced by the case, when it hit the ground, could have –almost– provoked an earthquake in their world as the moment seemed so strong, intense, expected. Perfect. 

Their bodies, their hearts, slowly, tuned to fuse with the other, beating in unison, the stress fading drop by drop, replaced by a soft felicity, a steady certainty. The charleston, bit by bit, turned into a repetitive, reliable, anchored clinking from a well-adjusted clock. 

Motionless in the middle of the hurried people's incoming tide, they looked at each other, for a long time, their eyes misted as if they still saw –and tasted– the sea, their smiles gleaming.

“I missed you.”

And, just like that, they were wrapped one around the other, in a liberating cuddle. Mint answered to orange blossom, their respective heats making them forget about the winter’s biting cold, their breaths shortened by emotion, their hands stoking the coarse wool from their coats.

They wanted for it to last forever

[cescalr]

This may be the 20th time I've restarted trying to set up my skyrim mod list

[hcdahlem]

Jour de ressac

Maylis de Kerangal, entre Simenon et Modiano, nous entraîne au Havre dans cet éblouissant roman. La narratrice, convoquée par la police après la découverte de son numéro de téléphone sur un cadavre, retrouve la ville de sa jeunesse et ses souvenirs.

    En lice pour le Prix Goncourt 2024 En lice pour le Prix Goncourt des Lycéens 2024 En lice pour le Prix Goncourt des détenus 2024 En lice pour le Prix Patrimoines 2024 En lice pour le Prix du roman news 2024 En deux mots Convoquée au Havre parce que son numéro de téléphone a été retrouvé sur un cadavre, la narratrice va quitter Paris où elle vit désormais avec son mari et sa fille pour…

[vinescreens]

The Sims 4

[ethicaltreatmentofcowplants]

Interior and Backyard Revamp: Dock Den (the Bro flat)

SIZE: 30x20 BEDROOM: 2 BATHROOM: 1 COST: 99,114 PACKS: High School Years, Snowy Escape, Eco Lifestyle*, City Living*, Get Together*, Parenthood, Yoga, Dream Home Decorator, Home Chef Hustle*, Tiny Living*, Toddlers, Fitness, Bowling Night, Perfect Patio, Everyday Clutter*, Bathroom Clutter*. The main ones have * next to them - the rest you could easily sub. PLAYTESTED: Yes. No issues, but I'd recommend having a L3+ Handiness Sim upgrade the springs on the Murphy Bed unless you want a Ghost Bro. GALLERY ID: hayley247

New and improved (?) Bro Flat. Didn't touch the gardens, as they were much better than what I could do - or the bones of the house much. Mainly I just made it look a little more modern with a slight sustainability angle - because that's cool now, okay?

Warning - could just not get those top Home Chef Hustle cabinets to line up. I'm blaming my mouse.

Now with karaoke. If you hear Joaquin singing, you won't thank me. Not that I'm any better.

Maxine (who kindly helped me playtest the place) is actually pretty good though.

Maxine saving Joaquin from a possible Grim Reaper visit by upgrading the springs on the Murphy Bed. You can even use the dance floor when it's down, as poor Joaquin found out when she spontaneously started an one woman rave (sorry bro).

My token "look guys I tried" shot of the ensuite.

Cutaway view from the front. Also there's a smol wicked whims type Easter Egg in Sergio's bedroom (I couldn't help myself) just in case you'd rather not have it there. What, he has allergies, and the air is so dry around this time of year...

[hotelbooking]

Ibis Budget Le Havre Les Docks Nothing starts a morning better than a delicious breakfast, which you can always enjoy in-house at This hotel beats 98% of accommodations in the city on value for money. Know you'll get excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining above 98% of the city's accommodation. This hotel scores higher than 98% of the city's accommodations for cleanliness.

[philoursmars]

Marseille, début janvier.

Encadrées par la façade d'un hôtel à la Joliette, voici les photos des Docks de la Joliette avec leur 4 atriums différents et un bar-musée dédié au pastis.

[blogapart3bis]

Wilderun / Soilwork / Kataklysm à Lausanne

Aujourd'hui sur Blog à part – Wilderun / Soilwork / Kataklysm à Lausanne Oui, je sais que c’est un mardi, mais le fait que Wilderun passe enfin en Suisse écrase toutes les considérations. Donc go Les Docks de Lausanne! #concert #progmetal #deathmetal

Oui, je sais que c’est un mardi, mais le fait que Wilderun passe enfin en Suisse écrase toutes les considérations logistiques et autres. Y compris le fait qu’ils sont en première partie de Soilwork, que je connais mal et Kataklysm, que je ne connais pas du tout. Et c’est donc parti pour les Docks de Lausanne. Je décanille pour arriver à l’ouverture des portes a 18 h 30. Ça commence tôt, mais si…

[postcard-from-the-past]

"France" ocean liner in the dry docks of Le Havre, Normandy region of France

French vintage postcard

[jossarisfoto]

Marseille | Verkenningstocht Le Panier

Woensdag, 31 juli 2019 | Onze laatste dag in Marseille. Vroeg op – om 6:00 uur – om de zonsopgang in de haven van Marseille te fotograferen. Op dat tijdstip was er al veel bedrijvigheid rondom de Vieux-Port. Elektrische steps werden klaargezet, mensen wachtten op het openbaar vervoer en vissers maakten hun netten gereed. Onze hoofdbestemming voor vandaag is Le Panier, het oudste deel van…

[tittiez]

If they made dlc for style savvy/fashion dreamer where you could romance idc if it is $50 I will buy it

[lex-the-flex]

Misty Mornings

Origins!Logan Howlett x reader

Summary: On this particular morning, Logan is in need of a shave, and you’re more than happy to take on the job.

Word Count: 650

Warning(s): None, PURE FLUFF! (Cause Logan deserves it). A tiny amount of nervousness.

A/N: If I had a man that would let me do this, I’d be his forever. (Basically a MEGA GREEN FLAG) Feedback is appreciated and enjoy!

The low coo of multiple mourning doves echo across the woods lingering beyond your backyard. The strong scent of the early morning lake balances itself against the soft and subtle fog hovering over the calm water as the morning sun threatens to break the cool air. Pulling your knitted blanket closer, a calm breeze welcomes the ambiance and colors of Autumn to the secluded place you call home. 

Being fully engrossed in your novel, you don’t hear Logan walking down the dock. Turning the page, the creaking sound of the wooden deck brings you back to reality.

“Baby?” He asks. 

“Hi, Lo.” You respond. 

Closing your book, you stand up to greet Logan with a warm hug. Extending on your toes, he briefly presses a kiss to your forehead. 

“What are you doing out here? You’ll catch a cold.” Logan replies. 

“It’s not snowing yet, babe. Trust me.” You smile, before reaching down to pick up your book. 

Offering his hand to you, you close your palm around Logan’s fingers as he leads you back towards the elegant two storied cabin. Folding your blanket, you throw it on the back of an armchair along with your book. 

Following Logan into the kitchen, you hop up on the granite countertop, and he turns on the coffee pot. Gazing up at Logan, you hum to yourself at the sight before you. 

“What is it?” He asks with a sly grin. 

“Nothin’. I’m just not used to you ever being in the kitchen. It’s still strange to me.” You explain. 

“Oh, yeah? And how long have we been together?” Logan questions, walking to you. 

Placing both of his hands on either side of your hips, you tilt your head backwards and wrap your arms around his large shoulders. Smiling, the two of you just gaze at each other lovingly for a moment, silently enjoying the peace. 

Running your fingers through Logan’s thick dark hair, he lightly chuckles when you move onto his slightly overgrown beard. 

“Hmm, you need to shave.” You firmly state, tickling his scruff. 

“Is that a threat, darlin’?” He teases. 

“Maybe… Will you let me trim your beard this time? Please?” You ask. 

Determined to get an answer, Logan finally agrees, ultimately losing the never-ending battle. 

Leaving you in the kitchen, Logan shortly returns with his shaving kit. Placing it on the counter next to you, he unzips the small leather pouch and takes out a pair of scissors. Handing them to you, Logan carefully returns his hands to your hips, eager to see what you’ll do. Softly cutting off pieces of your lover’s beard, you suddenly become focused on the task at hand, unaware of Logan’s loving and intrigued stare. 

HIs light hazel eyes glance deeply along the edges of your face, studying the details of your focused state. Unconsciously wrapping your legs around Logan’s waist, he slowly pulls you closer, wanting to be more intimate. Your heart begins to pound in your chest, nearing the end of your task. 

“I”m almost done, babe.” You whisper, flicking away the remnants of his beard. 

Finishing up, you set down the scissors and wipe Logan’s freshly trimmed jawline. 

“There you go, you’re all nice and clean.” You reply. 

“Mmm, thank you, Y/N. It feels so much better already. You should imagine it.” Logan teases. 

Lowering his lips to the nape of your neck, Logan playfully kisses the soft skin of your neck. Allowing you to feel the fresh scruff tickle you, a smile creeps on his lips whilst a gentle moan escapes your mouth. 

“Okay, cowboy… le–” You try, but can’t. 

Unable to push Logan away, you find yourself craving his touch even more. Tangling your fingers in his thick hair, his mouth searches for yours. Kissing you passionately, your fingers grip Logan’s strong muscles whilst he lifts you from the counter and carries you deeper into the house. 

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[atlaculture]

Hello!! Firstly, I love your blog, thank you so much for providing such useful and interesting information! Secondly, how was pirate culture in the Qing dynasty? Especially in regards to their clothes. I'd like to make an Earth Kingdom pirate oc, so I've been taking some inspiration from Jiang from the comics and Ching Shih, a famous pirate, but I'd love to see any information you could provide about this topic! Thank you!

What a neat question! The pirate culture during the Qing Dynasty was really interesting. Since I know I have a lot of historical fashion fans following this blog, I'll show you the inspiration board I created first and then try to connect it to the Avatar world. If you're interested in the history of Qing-era pirates or the greater context behind my clothing recommendations, you can click on the "Keep Reading" line.

So what might the pirates of the Qing Dynasty have worn?

Since Qing Dynasty pirates spent most of their time in the South China Sea and docked along the China-Vietnam borderlands--- both the Qing Dynasty and the Tây Sơn Dynasty had employed these pirates at different points in time--- they were likely a mix of Chinese and Vietnamese culturally, if not ethnically. Their clothing would reflect this, as well as incorporating fabrics and cuts that would be suitable for a tropical climate. In general, their wardrobe would be very Southeast Asian in style.

Since you seem to be designing a female OC, I figured I'd make a collage of clothing and accessories that a Qing Dynasty lady pirate might have.

Headwear

Khăn lươn (Vietnamese Women's Headwrap) - Used to keep hair neat and out of the way. It's like a halfway point between a turban and a hairband.

Khăn mỏ quạ (Vietnamese Women's Headscarf) - A bandana that Vietnamese women would wear over their Khăn lươn to shield their hair from the sun. It literally means "Crow's Beak Scarf", because the bandana forms a triangle shape at the front.

Mũ chữ Đinh (Vietnamese Military Officer's Hat) - Many Qing Dynasty pirates would offer their services to the Tây Sơn Dynasty (Vietnamese) navy. I can imagine some pirates wearing these hats as a spoil of war.

Nón lá (Asian Conical Hat) - A traditional hat that is commonly worn in Asia by any profession that labors outside. It's probably the hat most associated with East and Southeast Asia.

Đinh Tự (Vietnamese Women's Hat) - A giant, wide-brimmed hat made from dried palm leaves--- it's basically an Asian conical hat on steroids. Whereas the nón lá is relatively gender-neutral, the dinh tự is considered a feminine hat.

Tops

Yếm / Dudou (Vietnamese/Chinese Halter Top) - Fun Fact: Its original purpose was to keep the belly warm, as the stomach is the sea of chi!

Áo gấm (Vietnamese Tunic) - A thin overcoat worn over the yếm. It's often fastened with a sash.

Áo bà ba (Vietnamese Folk Shirt) - A lightweight shirt with slits on the side.

Suoyi (Chinese Folk Raincoat) - A cloak made out of local materials such as palm leaves and grass. It was also worn by laborers in Vietnam, Japan, and Korea.

Bottoms

Kangkeng Le (Thai Fisherman Pants) - They're from Thailand, but I've seen them worn in other parts of Southeast Asia.

Váy (Vietnamese Skirt)

Miscellaneous Speculation

Kiềng (Vietnamese Gold Necklace) - Traditionally, gold or silver Vietnamese/Chinese necklaces were solid rings of metal, rather than being composed of small chain links like European necklaces. I imagine a powerful Asian pirate queen would wear at least three kiềng necklaces.

Tattoos - Since Confucian cultures traditionally considered body modification (including cutting your own hair) to be a sign of rebellion and criminality, tattoos would be the perfect status symbol for an Asian pirate! For a uniquely Vietnamese look, you could try incorporating ancient Vietnamese (Dong Son style) patterns to your design. Alternatively, they could have "protection charm" tattoos on their body, to ensure that the spirits watch over them while at sea or during battle.

Cormorants (Fishing Birds) - Historically, the fishermen of China and Vietnam have trained these species of bird to catch fish for them. I think it would be really cool if your pirate OC had some bird companions.

Weapons

Going to lean into the Vietnamese influence for the weapons as well. Most Vietnamese weapons were heavily inspired by Chinese weapons, but with uniquely Vietnamese touches. Generally, these weapons tended to have more tapered blades, metal engravings with floral patterns, and rattan-corded grips with smaller guards compared to their Chinese counterparts.

Dadao/Trường đao (Chinese/Vietnamese Machetes)

Jian/Kiem (Chinese/Vietnamese Doubled-Edged Swords)

Changdao/Guőm truòng (Chinese/Vietnamese Two-Handed Swords) - Fun fact: These swords were really popular with Chinese and Japanese pirates during the Ming Dynasty, as well.

Niuweidao - I don't think there's a Vietnamese version of Oxtail Sabers. Anyways, I've discussed Zuko's trademark swords at length elsewhere. They're civilian weapons that look very pirate-y to me.

Who would the Earth Kingdom pirates be? How would they make a living?

It has been shown that their is a Vietnam analog in the EK, as I've posted about before. The Swampbenders have some Vietnamese inspiration, as well. So the main base operations for EK pirates might have been that EK village that Zuko and Iroh begged in. Maybe the jerk that Zuko stole the swords from was a pirate.

Considering that Froggy Swamp denizens and other Water Tribers would probably be marginalized by EK society, I think their would be good reason for them to become pirates. Especially since waterbending would obviously be a very useful skill to have at sea. Also, since the Northern Water Tribe is shown to be a bit sexist, I could see the surprisingly not-as-sexist world of EK piracy being especially appealing to the ladies of the NWT. As far as EK natives go, farmers and fishermen who've been displaced by the Fire Nation would probably also turn to piracy. Similarly, jaded or corrupt Earth Kingdom and Fire Nation naval officers might switch to piracy, as well. What drives a person to piracy would definitely inform their clothing choices and weaponry.

Like the real-life pirates of the Qing Dynasty, Earth Kingdom pirates likely have no real national loyalties. If you paid them enough, they'd be willing to fight for either the Fire Nation or the Earth Kingdom. You also have to pay them off to cross their territory unscathed. Pirates raid merchant and military ships alike. For refugees who could afford it, they likely paid pirates to smuggle them into Ba Sing Se. Pirates probably also smuggled goods between nations, as well as drugs.

I also think Earth Kingdom pirates would worship water-related spirits, like Yue (+ the Ocean Spirit) or the Painted Lady. Perhaps they'd lay out offerings to spirit alters they'd have onboard or even "feed" the offerings to the seas themselves.

The Greater Context of Chinese Qing Dynasty Piracy

Who were the pirates of the Qing Dynasty?

The pirates of Qing Dynasty were predominantly made up of former farmers and fishermen. During this period, population growth in China lead to land shortages and many farmers lost their land either from being unable to keep up with rising taxes or outright theft from corrupt officials. Fishermen turned to piracy when fishing could no longer guarantee their survival, especially with European pirates and colonial ships invading their waters. In general, extreme poverty drove people to piracy.

Also, Chinese pirates were surprisingly more accepting of female leadership than men from more "respectable" parts of society. This is due to the fishermen roots of many pirates. Traditionally, when a fisherman died, his wife was expected to take over his boat and crew. Also, the two most prominent patron Chinese gods of seafarers are goddesses, Guanyin and Mazu.

What did these pirates do?

Qing Dynasty pirates were a unique fusion of bandit, mercenary, and drug smuggler. Obviously, if you planned on sailing through pirate-infested waters, you had better pay off the pirates to be left unscathed. Otherwise, your ship was getting plundered.

Qing pirates also offered up their talent for violence to the highest bidder during times of war. In the 18th century, Imperial Vietnam would frequently hire and train up Southern Chinese pirates to assist their fleets during naval battles. Those who earned merit during these conflicts would even be granted official military titles. In 1857, the Chinese government would even employ these same South Sea pirates to take down the Portuguese pirates terrorizing their waters.

Finally, as Qing Dynasty piracy reached its epoch at the same time as the First Opium War, Chinese pirates participated in a lot of drug smuggling. As pirates have no loyalty, they had no issue serving as middle-men in the profitable European drug trade.

Where were these pirates found?

The South China Sea was the stomping ground for Qing-era pirates, particularly the Gulf of Tonkin. In terms of ports and towns, they tended to spend a lot of time in the border areas where China met Vietnam. Remember that these pirates offered their services to both Imperial Vietnam and Imperial China, so they didn't exactly have national loyalties.