#Light Cones Wallpapers

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Honkai: Star Rail | Cleaned & Upscaled Light Cone Art Collection

Upscaled by 查宝来帮忙 on Weibo

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[tabeajanssen]

beams and branches of light

[0cta9on]

Hey dude, here is your daily dose of cute thoughts

1. Always love when ahjumma asks "Is this your girlfriend?". Same concept like the "Are you two a couple?" Theme video.

2. Such a cute gesture seeing how you save your girlfriend in your contact list. Or maybe seeing your phone wallpaper. Maybe "Cutie pie💕" "My2ndhalf❤️). Or a picture of her, she never seen, that you took secretly.

3. Having Ice skating date at a nearby mall is always cute, learning while spending time together.

4. Going for school reunion, everyone there doesn't expect the most unexpected couple.

Have 'Marcus'😅

Hello mikeylo! I've actually been in a little bit of a mental rut, especially with how busy I've become, so these are always nice to get bits of inspiration for UD :] As such, I'll be using this ask to talk about Yuno and Minji :>

During the spring, when the weather is nice, Yuno and Minji like going on walks at specific park they both like. One day, the pair are resting on a bench underneath the shade, sharing an ice cream cone (Yuno didn't want any, but Minji insisted that they share one and he can never say no to her) when an old lady passes by, a polaroid camera hanging by a lanyard on her neck. She smiles at them, asking them if they're a couple, which they reply with a resounding 'yes'. She then offers to take a photo of them for free, telling them how nice the light looks on them. Minji enthusiastically agrees, and despite Yuno's awkwardness in front of a camera, the picture turned out alright. The old lady gave both of them a polaroid of the picture before walking off. Minji keeps her copy in her phone case while Yuno keeps his in his wallet.

Since this is his first relationship, Yuno doesn't really know what to think about pet names. He feels pretty neutral about them, but he likes Minji's name the most, so he'll have her contact as "Minji<33333". Simple and to the point :> His phone lockscreen (after he figures out how to change it) will be a picture of Minji sleeping on his shoulder. If she's busy with something, he'll stare at his lock screen for hours, waiting for her notification to pop up :>

Yuno was hesitant about the ice skating at first, but he can't say no to Minji's face :> The rest of their friends tag along, all having some experience ice skating, leaving Yuno to be the obvious outlier. Minji tries her best to help him by holding his hand and supporting him every time he falls, but in the end, he uses one of those balance aids that children often use :> He feels a little embarrassed, but Minji assures him that he looks cute and that's enough for him :>

I have a future scene in mind, so technically this isn't canon, but it's fun to write anyways :> As Yuno and Minji walk hand-in-hand through the venue, they receive the same stares that Yuno had been accustomed to during high school. Aside from Hanni, everyone found it hard to believe that the notorious delinquent and the class president were not only dating, but had been dating ever since they first met during senior year. When Minji was asked to do a speech, she made it abundantly clear to everyone how much they misunderstood about Yuno, much to his embarrassment. A couple people came up to him to apologize, which lead to the two of them leaving early after Yuno's social battery runs out :>

[heartmydnf]

When the sunbeams poured over the towns below, Dream and George went shopping before stopping at an ice cream shop. It’s just him and his boyfriend wandering aimlessly around the mall; what more could he ask for?

[ Inspired by George’s snap. ]

“Dream,” George called into the bathroom door. “We are not going into a restaurant with a formal dress code.” “I’m trying to look good for you, George,” Dream responded. “You look good even when you wake up and haven’t taken a shower.” “I want to make this special. It’s so tough for us to go on dates nowadays, so I want to make it amazing for you.” “If you want to make it amazing for me, you can start by coming out of this door.” He knocked onto hard wood. When it slid open, Dream was dressed in a green sweater, one hand combing through his dishevelled hair, his striped beanie in the other, body silhouetted against the bathroom lights. “See? You don’t look atrocious.” “My hair is a mess.” “You are even messier. Come on, the mall won’t be open forever.” ---- Shoes were dragged across the floor as he let his hand glide through different fabrics. Dream followed George, even if he were to walk in circles; a puppy tacitly pleading for attention. “Have you found something you wanted?” Dream asked. “Everything here could be bought at a thrift store for only three dollars. Pointless.” “What about this?” From a row of sweaters, Dream pulls out a varsity jacket. George lets his fingertips caress cotton. It was soft, and reminded him of the crowd's acclamation when he hit a home run; memories of Dream when he sprinted into his arms when the game was over like a waterfall meeting its lake. He’d bathe in Dream’s care all day if he could. “Sure.” George took one last glance at the jacket before he walked to the register. “What made you want to buy it instantly?” The sparkle flickering in his eyes was telling. He remembered. He searched through his wallet. “I used to wear this a lot when I played baseball.” Dream hummed. “It was the first time I was able to have a proper conversation with you. You could not stop talking about how much you loved that sport and how good your team was.” George laughed as he handed the cash. “We were good. Years of practice is not going to go down the drain after a couple of matches.” “Are you going to wear it?” “It’s brand new, I don’t want to have it ruined on my first day of getting it.” George held the sleeve in his fist. “Of course, of course.” They walked into the crowd. George pulled his phone from his pocket and gave a slight tap onto the screen. 15:19, it read, numbers plastered onto the blue wallpaper. “Is there anywhere else you want to go?” Dream asked, jacket being draped onto his back. George glanced around the mall. “We could get ice cream.” He pointed to an ice cream shop which caught his eye. “We haven’t had ice cream in ages.” “Sapnap finished it all.” Dream laughed. “It was strawberry; he likes that flavour.” “He should’ve saved a spoon for me.” The bell rang when they swung the door open. Dream took a chair and sat in the corner as George ordered his favourite: chocolate flavoured ice cream with a cone in a cup. “You really like cones in a cup, huh?” Dream giggled. George sat down on the chair, placing his ice cream on the table in front of him. “Yeah, I do–hey! That’s mine! Order your own.” He snatches the spoon away from Dream’s hand before ripping the beanie off from his head and ruffling his hair. Dream smiled, and he could taste sunshine in them. After all, what about him isn’t a summer holiday?

[cat-of-starlight]

People liked my icon edit, so here's my other edit that I made before I was as active on HSR Tumblr!

Made a Full Sized/Wallpaper edit for Sampo's Light cone! It annoyed me that the edges kept clipping weird while I was trying to use the OG one as a phone screen, so I decided to do something about it (Made the top match for 1- Balancing it out 2- When I tried to use the OG as a wallpaper, his head was high enough that his face kept getting blocked by phone clock/apps/etc. and the addition fixed that <3)

NOTE: Free for personal use, please do not repost my edits without crediting me

Background w/out the tiny eye edit if you want below the cut-

Coward- His eyes are pretttyyy when they shine (jk jk jk)

[abookishdreamer]

Character Intro: Melete (Kingdom of Ichor)

Nicknames- principessa by her mother

Age- 10 (immortal)

Location- Queenstown district, New Olympus

Personality- She's a total bookworm- finding wonder & escapism through pages of another world. She's also friendly, thoughtful, and a true virtuoso!

She has the standard abilities of a goddess except shapeshifting. As the goddess of thought & meditation her powers/abilities include audiokinesis (sings on a perfect pitch), meditation empowerment, and thought projection.

Melete lives with her mom Lyrikós (Titaness of voice & song) and younger sister Mneme (goddess of remembrance) in a penthouse apartment in the Queenstown neighborhood of New Olympus. She has one pet- a british shorthair cat named Bella. Her bedroom is the quintessential girly girl room with floral wallpaper, a mini chandelier, a canopy bed, and mink white carpeting. There's a seperate closet with built in shelves that holds her book collection.

A go-to drink for her is her mother's homemade hot chocolate (which she likes to dip biscottis in). She also likes cappuccinos, sparkling water, lemonade, cheesecake milkshakes from The Frozen Spoon, peach iced tea, & lychee mint soda.

As well as being able to read and transcribe music, Melete can also play the piano, harp, lyre, violin, & flute.

Notable physical features include a beauty mark near her top lip and her bright hazel-green eyes.

She loves when her mom makes her famous ricotta pancakes for breakfast. On the rare occassion where they're running late, they'll stop by at The Bread Box where Melete will get a sausage, egg, & cheese on a hero.

She recently got her ears pierced!

Melete is currently on break from school, attending an esteemed private school in downtown New Olympus with her baby sister. She's friends with a few students in her grade including young deities like Ersa (goddess of morning dew), Eulabeia (goddess of caution), and Calleis (goddess of allurement). Melete's best friend is Aidos (goddess of shame, modesty, humility, & respect). Melete is also friends with Xenia (goddess of hospitality), a fourth grader. The third graders include her baby sister, Caerus (god of opportunity & luck), Myrízei (god of smell & gases), Prophasis (goddess of excuses), Hebe (goddess of youth), Paidia (goddess of play & amusement), Aceso (goddess of healing), and Physis (goddess of nature).

Her favorite classes are literature and music. She's even a part of the school's band!

Melete got an ice cream cone shaped jeweled Diamond Ave. clutch from her big sis Aoide (goddess of voice & song) as a birthday gift.

Her favorite dessert are her mom's cannolis! She also likes the tiramisu cupcakes from Hollyhock's Bakery.

An upcoming school trip she's looking forward to is to Delphi to see the Omphalos stone.

Most days afterschool & on the weekends, her and her sister take ballet classes.

Melete's favorite vocalists are her older sister and mom. She also likes listening to some artists signed onto her sister's record label like Pale Blu, O, & The Gypsy Belles. Her other favorite singers include Apollo (god of the sun, music, poetry, healing, medicine, archery, plague, light, & knowledge) and the music group M9 (which she keeps secret from her big sister).

A recent guilty pleasure of hers has been crab sushi rolls. She tried them when Calleis' mother took her and Aidos to The Ocean Roll, a popular shift restaurant in the Tsunami neighborhood following a trip to the cinema!

Every week afterschool Melete and Aidos visits the Silver Owl Bookstore where they end up buying more books than intended! Her favorite genres to read include contemporary, fantasy, & historical fiction! She vividly remembers the scandal at recess when she brought a romance novel written by Aphrodite (goddess of love & beauty). Her and her friends laughed & blushed at the "sweaty parts."

She has hopes of signing onto her sister's recording label as an upcoming artist after her induction ceremony. She loves stopping by at Aoide's record studio!

Melete & her mom often go to mother/daughter yoga classes.

In her free time she enjoys listening to music, reading, drawing, bike riding, doing lanyard, & going to the cinema. Melete has even taken on cooking as the latest hobby- her most well known snack being pepperoni & sausage calzones loaded with mozzarella cheese.

Her all time favorite meal is lobster risotto.

"The good thing about creativity is that it never runs out!"

[ospguenolelorho]

Recce: Innocent Railway Tunnel

I filled up a recce at the location on Thursday 1st of October 2024:

I was looking to see if the tunnel wall could be mistaken for wallpaper when out of focus. I don't think it will be possible and therefore plan to use a Manfrotto skylite covered by a black drape to make the background black.

Of the two entrances of the tunnel, the east one (left image) can face the sun directly between 8 and 10 am.

The lighting in the tunnel is mostly top light from the ceiling tube lights with a decent amount of bounce from the floor and walls.

The tube lights are quite dim compared to the sun so using it as a side light was considered. This was later abandoned as this gives the shooting only a two-hour window and the weather forecast is rain for the shooting day.

Other shooting notes:

Sound: the wind, resonance in the tunnel and cars passing nearby make it hard to use on-location sound -- the sound will probably be rerecorded inside and dubbed in post to help sell the deceit of it being indoors.

There is considerable bike traffic so high-vis vests, traffic cones and watchers will have to be used to slow down and regulate traffic.

The wind makes the grass flutter, it would therefore be better if the chosen actor has short hair to maintain the illusion of an indoor space.

The scene requires the actor to be in a pyjama which may be very cold for the actor. Sufficient clothing and heating must be provided between takes.

[nagchampaagarbatti]

Four Steps to Highlight Your Pooja Room

Pooja is essentially a devotion ritual for the creator. It includes varied rituals, offerings, and other necessities. One prominent part of all these essentials is incense products. It is said greeting God encompasses incense sticks, oil lanterns, sacred food offerings, and dhoop cones.

Likewise, a pooja room is the center of spirituality in every house. It is the location where you feel most at peace and filled with positivity. The energy radiating from your pooja rooms boosts concentration and enhances the body and soul. In addition, the pooja room hosts your deity idols, spiritual books, and other religious things you use to worship and connect with the Almighty God.

It may not be possible every time that you can donate a whole room for worshipping and meditating. You can also use a single corner as your pooja room, where you can pray and meditate by lighting up some fragrant incense sticks or dhoop cones. Irrespective of the size, it is essential to highlight the pooja room just like other spaces in your home.

Four easy ways with no effort to highlight your Pooja Room

While you may be wondering about additional expenses and time to highlight your spiritual corners, experts at Satya Incense went ahead and sorted some top DIY ways to highlight your pooja room.

Location of the pooja room

When it comes to deciding the location of the Pooja room (the direction), one can refer to basic Vastu Shastra suggestions. The sunlight comes from the North-East orientation of the building in the morning, making this time standard for praying and introspection. If someone’s home lacks a dedicated room specifically for the pooja, they can perpetually set up a mandap.

If you intend to dedicate a space to your pooja room, ensure it is in the center of the building, seen from each location. Avoid putting this room close to bathrooms or other damp corners.

Colour scheme of your pooja room

The colors you select for the dedicated room for praying to the almighty and meditating must be understated. You can opt for light colors as they assist in displaying a relaxed atmosphere, appropriate for everyday meditation. Colors commonly utilized for praying rooms can involve shades close to

People can try using ethnic or printed wallpaper to enhance the elegance of the praying area.

Make your pooja room more noticeable

Place oil lanterns in your praying space to brighten it up. One can opt for ornamental lamps you could turn on when executing the sunset ceremonies. It will help you to lend the room a fascinating glimpse. In addition to the hanging lanterns, try different stuff like reclining or ornamental praying bells. Moreover, you can also place wax candles in place of lanterns.

Fragrance

Although many people think it is a standard part of the pooja ritual and does not require any thought, they are wrong!! Similar to other spaces, pooja room fragrance will highly influence the entire feel of the place.

Using incense to establish the spiritual aura is essential. You can accomplish this by lighting the fragrant incense sticks. They enable you to develop the perfect ambiance but encourage you to relieve tension and improve focus.

Different Incense products to highlight your Pooja Room

There are numerous incense products present in the market to select . Agarbattis or incense sticks are available in different scents such as Chandan (Sandalwood), floral fragrances (Rose, Champa, and Jasmine), herbal fragrances like guggul, or sambrani.

Fragrance plays a vital role in praying to the Almighty God, meditation, and introspection. In addition, the aroma helps people connect to God by creating an ambiance of peace and beauty.

Final thoughts!

These tips will surely help you showcase your pooja room in your home. While most things do not require extensive research, selecting the right incense product for your home is crucial and requires some thought.

If you do not want to perform extensive research to get high-quality incense, always opt for reputed manufacturers like Satya Incense. Their products utilize organic elements and employ a handmaking process. Explore their extensive product range and elevate your pooja room ambiance today!

[azeez-unv]

Subject wise exhibition for schools of all the levels

AZEEZ

Some possible topics you can explore based on your interest and level of difficulty:

1. Science: You can choose from a variety of science projects that demonstrate the principles and phenomena of physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, etc. For example, you can make a model of a solar system, a volcano, a DNA structure, a wind turbine, a water cycle, etc. You can also conduct experiments to test hypotheses and observe results. For example, you can test the effect of pH on plant growth, the effect of temperature on enzyme activity, the effect of light on photosynthesis, etc. You can find more science fair project ideas here.

2. Mathematics: You can showcase the beauty and applications of mathematics in everyday life by creating models, puzzles, games, patterns, etc. For example, you can make a model of a fractal, a tessellation, a polyhedron, a Mobius strip, etc. You can also design and solve problems that involve logic, geometry, algebra, calculus, etc. For example, you can create a Sudoku puzzle, a Rubik’s cube, a magic square, a Fibonacci spiral, etc. Principles of sequence and series in several spheres of human activities viz, calculating the amount of money over certain period of time under given rate of simple interest or compound interest/ finding depreciated or increased value of a certain commodity over a period of time Determining expenditures needed for manufacturing water tank / rectangular box/cylindrical/cone- shaped objects of a certain material provided cost of material per square/cube/unit are known; Determining perimeter, area of a region bounded by polygons/the circumference and area of a circular region/surface area and volume of cube/cuboid/cylinder/ cone/sphere/hemisphere of solid when two basic solids are joined together; Finding the ratio of area of quantities of substances in the formation of compounds or mixtures; Designs of parking area for maximum utilization of space; Predicting the population of species over certain period of time under given constraints; Applications of linear programming in solving problems pertaining to manufacturing of goods/transport/diet issues Applications of mathematics in decorating home e.g. how many rolls of wallpaper/number of tiles are needed to cover the wall; Using mathematics in cooking and nutrition/estimating number of calories and quantity of nutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals etc.) in a sample portion of various food items; Establishing a mathematical relation by considering all possible parameters to have maximum profit in producing certain items by a factory.

3. Environmental issues: The models and exhibits in this sub-theme may pertain to: Environmental issues related with human activities such as agriculture, energy, fishing, forests, mining, shipping, paper, war, ocean deoxygenation, dead zone, paint etc.; Environmental issues with energy conservation, renewable energy, efficient energy use, renewable energy commercialization etc; Environmental controversies such as dam controversies, genetically modified organisms/food controversy, sealing, dioxin controversy, water fluoridation controversy etc.; Environmental disasters such as the Bhopal disaster, oil spills, nuclear accidents etc. Climate change — global warming, greenhouse gases, fossil fuels, sea level rise, ocean acidification etc.; Issues related with environmental health such as air quality, asthma, electromagnetic radiations and fields, lead poisoning, indoor air quality, sick building syndrome etc; Water pollution — acid rain, marine pollution, Ocean dumping, eutrophication, marine debris, thermal pollution, algal boom, micro-plastics, etc; Air pollution — smog, ozone, particulate matter, sulphur oxide etc; Soil erosion, soil contamination and salination and Waste

4. Social Science: You can explore the various aspects of human society and culture by presenting topics related to history, geography, economics, politics, sociology, psychology, etc. For example, you can make a timeline of historical events, a map of different regions or countries, a poster of different currencies or flags, a chart of different forms of government or social systems, etc. You can also conduct surveys or interviews to collect data and analyze human behavior and opinions. For example, you can study the impact of social media on mental health, the factors that influence consumer choices, the effects of globalization on culture, etc.

5. Health: The exhibits and models in this sub-theme may pertain to: Demonstration of health and differentiation from the state of ill health; Sensitising people to be careful in health matters, explore the possibilities and make use of the facilities available; Development of knowledge-base and understanding new scientific, technological aids in bio- medical area; Demonstration of known facts and research findings in different medical systems like Indian, Modern, Homeopath etc.; Demonstration of lifestyle and relationship with good and bad health based on known facts and researches; Need for appropriate measures for family welfare; Need for developing low-cost nutritious food; General awareness about occupational hazards and innovative techniques to overcome them; General awareness about community medicine; Simple technologies for developing diagnostics and environmental monitoring.

6. Disaster management: The exhibits/ models in this sub-theme may pertain to: Better information and public address systems in the event of disaster to prevent chaos and confusion; Access of clean and safe drinking water in the event of disaster; Improvised/improved devices for effective communication between various emergency services-medical, police, military and other administrative bodies/committees; Various measures/models for planning, preparedness and coordination of different agencies in the even of disaster/community level preparedness for the various man-made disasters such as gas leakage, nuclear accidents, battery/bomb explosions, etc.; Use of geo-stationary satellites in providing information pertaining to meteorological processes; Technologies in forecasting and warning of cyclones, floods and storms; Innovative designs of flood alarm/flood forecasting and cyclone warning networks; Information management and early warning systems for flash floods; Studies of the impact of global warming on human health (spread of epidemic like dengue, malaria, yellow fever etc.; Designs and development of automatic weather recording devices etc..

7. Energy conversion: The exhibits/models in this sub-theme may pertain to: Models of green building/environment building which harvest energy, water and materials; Green roof technologies/roof mounted solar technologies such as solar water heater, solar lighting system; Models/innovative designs of domestic hydroelectric generator; Solar cooker/solar distiller/solar dryer for food processing/solar heated houses; Studies of variation in sunshine intensity at a given place for developing indigenous method of its usage etc; Projects for measuring availability of solar/wind energy in a given area; Use of tidal waves/ocean currents/salinity gradient for generating electricity; Energy from biomass such as seaweeds, human/animal wastes, keeping in view environmental concerns; Improvised technologies for effective usage of bio-fuels Innovative designs of bio gas/bio mass plant; Bio diesel from plant oils (obtained from canola, palm oil, micro algae oil, waste, vegetable oil etc); Low cost liquid fuel (bio-ethanol, bio methanol from cellulose biomass by improvising conversion techniques); Innovative designs of internal combustion engine which can function on various bio fuels; Production of electrical energy from mechanical energy/nuclear resources.

8. Agriculture and food safety: The exhibits/models in this sub-theme may pertain to: Studies of climatic change on agriculture; Managing crop yield due to climatic change arising from global warming; Preservation and conservation of soil and judicious use of water; Conventional biotechnology practices e.g., application of biotechnology, microbiology, genetic engineering and genomics to agriculture for improved and high yielding varieties; Organic farming/organic fertilisers versus chemical fertilisers; biodynamic liquid manure/green manure; Use of biotechnology for economically and ecologically sustainable biofuels; Environmental friendly measures of pest control; Application of biotechnology and genetic engineering in improving animal breeds and production of animal products that are used as food Innovative/inexpensive/improved/indigenous technologies/methods of storage/ preservation /conservation/transport of agricultural products and food materials Organic fertilizers versus chemical fertilizers; Food production and demand of quality food and food security; Nutrition education/healthy eating habits and food utilisation by body.

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Honkai: Star Rail | Light Cone Wallpapers

[vancouverkitchenrenovation]

Unleash Your Creativity in Kitchen Design

Your kitchen is the heart of your home and a great place to let your creativity shine. From adding a pop of color to incorporating smart technology, here are 10 creative kitchen design ideas to inspire your inner chef:

Add texture with unique materials such as reclaimed wood and concrete countertops. Incorporate patterned backsplashes that add flair and style to your kitchen.

Incorporate Natural Elements

A nature-inspired kitchen seeks to enhance culinary inspiration by incorporating natural elements into the space. This includes a variety of materials, colors and layouts. Homeowners can choose the elements that best represent their unique design aesthetic and lifestyle.

For example, wood and stone are common design elements used in nature-inspired kitchens. These can be featured as flooring, countertops or backsplashes. Alternatively, they can be featured as decorative accents on tables or shelves.

Additionally, maximizing sunlight is an essential feature in any nature-inspired kitchen. Adding full walls of windows or skylights helps fill the kitchen with natural light.

Decorative accessories are another great way to incorporate natural elements into your kitchen. Using natural materials like pine cones and rocks as accents, or greenery as table centerpieces are a few easy ways to do this. Even a simple plant can provide a nice touch to the kitchen while acting as an organic air purifier. There are endless opportunities for a nature-inspired kitchen design.

Incorporate Pattern and Texture

Incorporating pattern and texture is another way to enhance culinary inspiration in the kitchen. Whether it’s a brick wall, beadboard backsplash or patterned tile, the use of texture can create a bold statement in the room while evoking a feeling of warmth and coziness.

Texture can be both seen and felt and includes the appearance of grain, veining or a dimensional effect. It also adds contrast to a design through color, with natural variations in surfaces such as wood and tile providing subtle textures while breaking up predominately neutral tones.

A variety of contrasting textures can be incorporated into the kitchen design with simple details such as moldings and cabinet doors. A mix of metals, which is a popular trend, can be used in a kitchen as well – think oversized metallic range hood or brass pendant lights paired with wooden cabinets.

Add a Pop of Color

Incorporating a pop of color in your kitchen design can enhance culinary inspiration. Whether you go big with painted cabinets or small with accents, the right shade can create a memorable cooking space that will stand out for years to come.

A bold accent wall is one of the most dramatic ways to bring color into a kitchen. Choose a wet-space-safe wallpaper for an all-over treatment or paint a single wall to achieve the same effect. If you want to take it a step further, consider swapping out a basic light fixture with a brightly colored version.

If you’re not quite ready to commit to a full-scale color statement, a framed piece of art can add just the right amount of vibrancy. Alternatively, a bowl of fresh fruit or vegetables can serve as a neutral yet colorful focal point. Just remember to be careful about how much color you add; if the kitchen becomes too overpowering, it may feel like a circus instead of a sanctuary.

Incorporate Lighting

The right lighting can take your kitchen design to the next level. It’s a great way to add functionality and set the mood for an inviting cooking space for family and friends.

As you create your lighting scheme, be sure to incorporate three types: ambient lighting, task lighting and accent lighting. Ambient lighting provides general illumination, while task lighting illuminates work zones such as counters and sinks. Accent lighting can highlight decorative elements such as a coffered ceiling or a fine china collection.

Using the Foyr Neo 3D kitchen design software, you can experiment with different lights to find a combination that will best fit your culinary inspiration. The program also makes it easy to visualize kitchen ideas before making any changes.

Light fixtures are like the jewelry of your home — they can make a big impact on the overall style. From sculptural pendants that pack a punch of zoned lighting for food prep to subtle wall lights that cast a soft glow over shelving and backsplashes, the perfect fixtures can elevate any scheme.

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We understand that to be successful is to stay ahead of the curve. That means staying current with the latest technology and design trends. We always want to improve our products or services without breaking the bank. That’s why we stay connected to the latest technologies of NKBA, National Kitchen and Bath Association. In addition, at Vancouver Kitchen renovation, our primary focus is providing sustainable kitchen design and renovation packages, and we believe in sustainable living. Sustainable living is a way of life in harmony with nature. It is a lifestyle which focuses on the preservation of our environment. Sustainable living is a philosophy emphasizing respect for the environment and concern for its well-being. This means we should take care of the planet and treat it as if it were our home. We should try to preserve what we have and protect it from destruction. If we do this, we will enjoy the benefits of the earth’s resources for many generations. Whether you’re planning a major remodel or adding finishing touches to your current kitchen, we’d love to discuss your project. Book your showroom consultation online.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate my budget for kitchen renovations?

To help you budget, here are some guidelines:

You should first estimate the cost to complete your remodel. These include countertops, appliances, cabinetry, paint, tile, lighting, plumbing, hardware, and other miscellaneous items.

Check out the average cost for labor in your area. Add this number to the total budget.

Add the total cost of all materials and labor to complete your project. Divide that number with the square footage of your kitchen. This calculates the cost per square inch.

Subtract any savings from doing your own work or purchasing materials at an affordable price.

To cover unexpected costs, add a contingency between 10 and 20 percent.

These are estimates only. Talk to a professional contractor for a more precise estimate on your kitchen remodeling budget.

With these guidelines in mind, you can develop a budget for your kitchen renovation. Your actual costs can vary depending upon the materials you select, the scope of the project, and other factors.

White kitchens are in fashion again?

White kitchens are becoming increasingly popular with homeowners who want to make their homes modern. Since 1980s designers started using white appliances and kitchen cabinets. Today, white kitchens are still one of the hottest trends in interior design.

Some experts think that the all-white kitchen trend is dead and that homeowners want something different. While white kitchens still remain very popular, there is growing interest in bolder kitchen designs.

It’s not likely that a white kitchen will go out of fashion anytime soon if you’re thinking about installing it in your home. Keep in mind, however, that trends can change. A timeless design may be a better choice if you intend to live in your home over time.

What colour goes best with a white kitchen?

A white kitchen can look amazing in different colours. However, walnut looks best with it. The natural wood tones will add warmth to the space, and the two colours will complement each other well. Black and grey can be a great choice if your preference is for something more subtle. However, if you want to make a statement, go for a bright colour like red or yellow. Whatever your preference, make sure to tie in your decor with it so that the space looks cohesive.

When remodeling a kitchen, should you start with the floors or the cabinets first?

This will depend on how your floor is installed. You must install your cabinets and counter first before you install floating floors. You have two options for glue-down and nail-down flooring. First, install your flooring. Then install your cabinets. Consult a professional to determine which option is best suited for your kitchen remodel.

Statistics

Experts also recommend setting aside 20 percent of your budget for surprises, including unpleasant demolition discoveries. One is water damage, the electricity that is not up to code, or other budget-spiking gotchas. (hgtv.com)

Followed by cabinet cost, labour, and appliance costs consume 20 percent each of your budget. (hgtv.com)

Your most significant cost investment for a kitchen remodel will usually be cabinets, typically comprising 25 percent of your budget. (hgtv.com)

According to Burgin, some hinges have this feature built-in, but it’s an add-on cost for other models of about $5 retail, adding up to $350 to $500 for an entire kitchen, depending on size. (hgtv.com)

In large firms, the commission charged by the GC ranges from 15 to 25 percent of the total job cost. (thespruce.com)

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This is how to begin a DFY Project for Beginners.

When remodeling your kitchen, there are three main steps. First, choose whether to replace or complete an entire remodel. The second is to decide which kitchen design suits your lifestyle the best. Third, choose between a DIY project or hiring professionals to complete the job.

The next step is to choose the type of kitchen that you want. Do you want a traditional, open-plan kitchen with cabinets countertops and appliances or a modern one? Maybe you prefer sleek modern designs and less storage. Do you want to add a breakfast bar or large island? The final step is to hire a professional to complete the installation.

Many homeowners feel overwhelmed by all the decisions that must be made before starting a kitchen remodel. There are many easy ways to start.

Decide if your goal is to remodel or replace. This is the first step. If you’re planning to gut the space and start from scratch, you’ll need to factor in the cost of demolition, new cabinets, countertops, appliances, flooring, and lighting.

Determine Your Budget – The first thing you should do is calculate how much you can spend on your kitchen remodel. This covers everything from labor and supplies costs to what you can afford.

Choose your Layout – Once you’ve decided how much you can afford, the next step will be to choose where you want to install your new kitchen. There are several different layouts, including open concept, peninsula, galley, L-shape, U-shape, and corner. Each layout has pros and cons. It is crucial to find the one that meets your needs.

Select Your Materials – Once you’ve chosen the layout of your kitchen, it’s finally time to select materials. This includes everything from countertops and cabinets to flooring, lighting, and lighting. There are many options. It is important that you research and choose the best material for your requirements.

Hire Professionals – Finally, once you’ve selected your materials, you’ll want to find a professional specializing in kitchen construction. A good contractor will ensure everything goes smoothly, from design to installation. You won’t have to worry about any issues during the project.

Enjoy! You’ve made it through the final stages of your kitchen remodel. Enjoy! If you love your new kitchen, you won’t mind spending hours cooking delicious meals. If you aren’t sure about the layout of your new kitchen, don’t be afraid to take some time to experience it. It will give you an idea of the value of your remodel.

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there were reasons why odette often got transfixed with their beastie’s gaze. first, they were uniquely beautiful in a way she'd never seen. broken, cloudy emeralds that were dipped in acid and then meticulously put back together with polychloroprene surrounding the cone of black that was his iris. through there time together that winter it would watch them closely, noticing how that black cone of focus would grow when they looked at it. that's how she knew it wasn't their adventureland substances or the light that waned into darkness as the hours together drifted by. there was something that stuck in the back of the maniacal, spiraling cosmos of her head. eyes. dilation and constriction answers, no… responses. dad or vik could use their wise words to explain the science of it, surely. it's why, beyond them being one of the most magnificent works of art it has ever seen, it was consistently transfixed with his gaze. there was no doubt found there, only this consistent adoration she often felt she didn’t earn but never wanted to lose.

he filled in the rest of the blanks along with any uncertainty one of her offending demons could conjure, the gray way. it could not recall a single time it felt as euphoric as it did with him. the way he pulled it in close, because he knew it needed to be there. so close, closer, even closer. she wanted to crawl into his skin and never leave. legs wrapped around his solid frame perfectly like a tailored accessory. odd melted into him while it leaned back and looked past the boring white ceiling, cloudy blue skies, earth's atmosphere, right to the burning stars and planets orbiting them. gray and dot. the center of the universe.

"you already did," odd whispered back, a finger lifted to softly glide down his forehead and nose. "i want to show gg them and all the pretty things he makes." it used that same index finger with the chipped lavender polish to tap on it's temple as if it could point right to the projector in her mind. gray needed to know, he needed to see he was everything and all the beautiful good he creates, how significant he is in the spans of the universe. how important he was to her. how much that burning glow inside of her depended on him. it was hardly a flicker when their paths first crossed and now it felt like a billion fireflies shining beneath the surface. he must see it.

unfocused eyes dial back in to follow where its hand is being placed and an instantaneous grin of admiration forms on its lips. that is, until it was replaced with his electric charged mouth. she trailed her free hand up from his shoulder to sprawl into the hair at the back of his head. the beat of his human clock tocked against her hand like a tickle. ugh, it wasn’t enough and so much at the same time. she wanted more, more, more. “you are wallpapered inside of me,” the words fell out between hungry kisses. the need for him was unquenchable, unfair, and entirely too big, surely, for such a little body to endure or contain. “i feel the most obscure emotions.”

odie paused and moved back to grab his face with both hands so she knew he could hear her. “the loves and the needs and the wants i have,” there was a slight growl as its tongue struggled to communicate the vision and feeling inside its head. “gray fills odd with so much light it feels like—” there was a tiny wrinkle of a frown and then she made the sound and motion of an explosion. “but it never is too much, it just radiates brighter and brighter.” odd let out the happiest giggle before moving in to place a tiny kiss on his forehead. “you’re perfect gray gg, the most beautiful. perfect. human.” she punctuated each word with her lips around his face. “i trust you most.” even more than herself, because he was peace, with him she could be free.

The dizziness has left him as he sits there, but her voice, her presence, her attention is enough to echo the light-headedness Gray felt just momentarily. Every word charms him, the way she moves closer making him suck in a breath, the look in her lost, divine eyes making spiders crawl around in the bottom of his stomach. Every sentiment is echoed in his entire body, and the moment it's in reach, his arms wrap around it and pulls it close, close, so close, right into his lap where it belongs.

It cranes its neck to wish upon its stars and Gray licks along the exposed skin before dragging his nose up towards its chin. It's always been so much better with words, with sentiments, and there's a frustration that boils within him that he doesn't know the right words to explain to it the depth of his insides. For her, for her, for her only. Like a trapdoor giving out unexpectedly beneath your feet into a plunging unending pool of lava-heat, of arctic-freeze, of acid-bite and dissolving, dissolving into her, her words, her spirit, her mind.

"I'll give you mercury stars, Oddity," he whispers, kissing along its jaw, nuzzling, nibbling, needing it to feel the depths of this pit it threw him down into. I love you. 'Love' feels weak, so weak, 'love' is laughing, light, happy, floating. This feeling is needing, it's craving, it's desperate, sinking, drowning, clawing, starving. He'd eat her whole if it wouldn't make her stop talking to him, loving him.

Instead, he grabs its hand and presses its palm over the laughing possum on his chest, heart beating fast, still, still, after months, after years, fast like a marathon, fast like the thundering of a stampede, so fast he can swallow his own heart. "Woosh." It's the only appropriate word, the only word he can give it before he kisses it.

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Summary:  You've just finished robbing a house in Saint Denis, when who should you bump into but our favourite outlaw? You plan on making your way home, but Mr Morgan wants to treat you first!

Warnings: Flirting, little bit of sexual tension, ice cream drippage, but mostly still fluff. Maybe more steamy fluff. 

Pairing(s): Arthur Morgan x Reader, Arthur Morgan x You, Arthur Morgan x Y/N Can be read on AO3 too.

It sometimes took you by surprise how easy it was to sneak into these parties and events. But then you knew from experience how easy it was to practically disappear into the wallpaper, when it came to these wealthy families and their never-ending calendar of social events. Saint Denis was no different. With a mop cap to hide your face, a plain grey skirt, clean blouse and the apron tucked around your waist, none of the rich party guests gave you a second look.

A couple of the servants threw odd looks your way, perhaps trying to figure out who you were and why they had never seen you before, but none of them questioned it. Even when you left the garden party, pockets loaded with valuables, your strong, quick pace meant no one questioned where you were going.

Finally, after getting away from the tall red brick building and it’s sprawling gardens, you removed the mop cap and untied the apron. You slipped both into your pockets and began the long walk back to your pony, Pepper.

The hot sun baked the street, but with the marshy swamp around the area it wasn’t a pleasant warmth. The air was humid and heavy, and you felt a trickle of sweat run down your back. You wished you had brought a fan with you, but there hadn’t been any room for it. You decided to cut through one of the city’s parks, so you could splash your face with the water from the fountain there.

The leafy, green trees in the park gave some much needed shade, and you approached the large, marble fountain at the centre with it’s gawkish looking fish spewing water from their mouths. A couple of people were dotted about the park, some sat on the edge of the fountain itself, a few on the benches. You got a few disapproving looks when you splashed the cold water on the back of your neck and then pressed your now cooler hands against your face.

Satisfied that you could at least make it across the city without getting too sweaty during the journey, you wiped your hands on your skirt and began to walk to the other side of the park. Around the pathways and stone wall that marked the outer edge of the public garden, a cluster of shops and businesses lined the street.

You briefly glanced at the tailors, debating whether you could afford a new dress, considering your current one was a little worse for wear. A pretty light blue, summer dress caught your attention in the window. It had three quarter length sleeves, with white lace around the neckline and waist, and tiny daisies dotted the amongst the blue fabric. You pursed your lips on seeing the price. Sure, it wasn’t made of silk, satin or velvet, so you could probably scrape together enough for it, but then doubtless in the weeks that followed it would only get crumpled and dirty.

You sighed and were about to turn around to continue your walk, when a voice behind you made you jump, ‘Would look good on yer.’

Arthur chuckled when he saw your expression change rapidly from one of surprise to fear then to annoyance.

‘You’ve got to stop doing that, Arthur!’ You muttered.

‘You’ve got to stop being so god damn jumpy all the time.’

‘I’ll have you know-’ and you quickly looked around, checking to make sure Arthur was the only one who could hear you. ‘I’ve just robbed a house, so yes, I’m a little jumpy.’

‘Whatcha get?’

You grinned, ‘None of your damn business.’

He smiled and rubbed a hand against his chin, ‘Aw, and there was me going to treat ya, but if you got a good enough prize, guess you can treat yourself.’

‘Treat me? What do you mean?’

‘Oh, yer still interested?’

You rolled your eyes, ‘Well if you’re just going to play games with me, Mr Morgan, I best be on my way. Pepper is waiting for me and he’d probably be better company.’

You moved away from the shop and began walking down the street, but Arthur still fell in step beside you, ‘Don’ know why you like that pony so much, he’s a stubborn, scruffy thing.’

You smiled and arched your eyebrows, ‘Guess you would know a lot about that, Arthur!’

Arthur tried to bite back his smile, and looked down at his boots, ‘I ain’t too scruffy.’

‘He’s a sweetheart really, deep down,’ You replied, then quickly glanced away, warmth rushing to your cheeks when you realised that you very much felt the same way about the man next to you.

After a short walk Arthur came to a sudden halt and gestured to a small shop tucked underneath an archway, ‘Anyway, we’re here now.’

‘Where?’ You asked, looking up at the sign over the business. La Glace Parlour. You frowned, unable to gather why you were here and what Arthur had in mind. He sighed, shook his head, then pressed a hand to the small of your back and guided you to a small sign they had in the window. Though the feeling of his warm palm against the thin material of your dress, meant your mind could barely focus on the words in front of you.

‘Ice cream, pastries and light refreshments,’ you finally read, hoping that Arthur could not feel the slight shake that ran through you as he pulled his hand away from your back. You looked up at him.

He seemed to give up on your cluelessness, and went to open the door, the quiet afternoon interrupted by the bright ring of the bell over the door. ‘You still want raspberry?’

‘Um… Raspberry ice cream?’

‘Sure.’

‘I guess, but wait-’

He didn’t and walked quickly into the shop, leaving you alone on the street and fiddling with the frayed material of your sleeve. He wasn’t long though, soon returning holding a cone topped with a reddish pink swirl of ice cream and offered it to you.

‘Oh, thank you, Arthur.’ You took the cone from him, and licked the edge of the ice cream to stop it dribbling down. You relished the sharp, zingy flavour of the raspberries and the contrast between the cold sweet treat and the warmth of the afternoon sun. You mm-ed softly and smiled at Arthur, who quickly looked away, his cheeks reddening a little.

He shrugged, ‘S’alright, saw it when I was last here, remembered what you said. Figured I’d invite you into town at some point, but as you were already here…’

‘You ain’t getting one?’ you asked.

‘Nah.’

‘Well, you should try some of mine then, it’s really good,’ you offered the cone to him.

‘Nah, that’s all yours.’

‘Feel kind of bad that you’re not having any.’ You took another lick, before glancing at the man beside you. ‘This isn’t just because you’re a big gruff outlaw who can’t have ice cream, is it?’

He choked out a laugh then. ‘What?’

‘Don’t want to ruin your fearsome reputation by enjoying something sweet!’

Arthur managed to force out a strained sounding laugh, then rubbed the back of his head and scratched under the brim of his hat. ‘No, I… no, that’s not… I can enjoy...’ he tailed off, suddenly staring at the road, as though the dust of Saint Denis and the passing coaches were the most interesting things in the world.

Perhaps it was seeing him as equally flustered and speechless, as you were normally, that left you feeling a little bolder. You dipped your thumb into the ice cream and then brushed it over his cheek. You would have almost felt bad, but his startled expression only left you in a fit of giggles.

He tried to look annoyed, but failed miserably. He lifted up his bandana. ‘I could just wipe that off with this.’

‘Oh, but then you’d ruin my fun and my devious plan, Arthur Morgan!’

He smiled, wiped his thumb against the light red stain on his cheek and popped into this mouth. You immediately remembered why you were often speechless and flustered around Arthur. His sharp blue eyes stared into your own, and you knew you were biting your lower lip while a warm flush crept up your cheeks.

He pulled his thumb from his mouth with a pop and you felt your mouth drop open, before you managed to slam it shut. Arthur gave you a slight smirk, but his eyes dropped to your hand and he quickly reached out.

‘Careful, you’ll drop it!’ His hand grabbed your own and pulled it up, so you wouldn’t drop the cone in the dirt of the path. Little dribbles of red ice cream ran down your hand, and you unthinkingly darted your tongue out to lick up the melted cream.

‘Thank you for-’ You looked up at Arthur who was staring at you so fiercely, it almost made you forget the ice cream in your hand again. Even under the shadow of his hat, his eyes were dark and stormy, pupils blown wide. You weren’t sure if you were imagining it or if you had really seen his eyes drop to your pink stained lips.

He cleared his throat, then put his hand on your back once more, and forced you to walk ahead of him, ‘Come on, can’t be late back.’

-

Tilly let out a small ‘hm’ when you unwrapped the brown paper parcel you had found on your bedroll a few days later, and found the blue dress dotted with daisies therein.

‘Wonder who got you that!’ she said sarcastically.

You revelled in the warm feeling that entered the pit of your stomach and pulled the dress up to look at it properly. You’d have to think of a seriously good way of thanking Arthur Morgan for his kindness.

[kazeofthemagun]

Impossible colors

Stygian colors: these are simultaneously dark and impossibly saturated. For example, to see "stygian blue": staring at bright yellow causes a dark blue afterimage, then on looking at black, the blue is seen as blue against the black, also as dark as the black. The color is not possible to achieve through normal vision, because the lack of incident light (in the black) prevents saturation of the blue/yellow chromatic signal (the blue appearance)..

Self-luminous colors: these mimic the effect of glowing material, even when viewed on a medium such as paper, which can only reflect and not emit its own light. For example, to see "self-luminous red": staring at green causes a red afterimage, then on looking at white, the red is seen against the white and may seem to be brighter than the white.

Hyperbolic colors: these are impossibly highly saturated. For example, to see "hyperbolic orange": staring at bright cyan causes an orange afterimage, then on looking at orange, the resulting orange afterimage seen against the orange background may cause an orange color purer than the purest orange color that can be made by any normally-seen light. Likewise, staring at a bright magenta template may result in an impossibly highly saturated green afterimage.

[Then there is the claim some people may naturally be able to view mixtures of primary colors that do not produce a color between them on the spectrum, but instead, something like this:]

"Some people may be able to see the color "Yellow–Blue" in this image by letting their eyes cross so that both + symbols are on top of each other."

[There are some brief moments when I tried this where the result is the two colors "overlapping" in a way that is hard to describe. Huh.]

For red-and-green, some saw an even field of the new color; some saw a regular pattern of just-visible green dots and red dots; some saw islands of one color on a background of the other color. Some of the volunteers for the experiment reported that afterward, they could still imagine the new colors for a period of time.

[I study biotechnology, so I also sometimes do research on silly things like this for fun, and while, in my opinion, this can all be attributed to eye strain/ cone and rod cell fatigue, it still is interesting to think about these "new colors" and their place in, say, sci-fi works as a means to illustrate an alien species/augmented humans or whatever's enhanced perception.]

[Of course the answer to why I put all this on Kaze's blog is obvious. All the ridiculous colors for the crayon bullets. And nobody can stop me.]

[Headcanon: Windarians can see more colors than a regular human and WILL point out how your smooth gray wallpaper is actually an unsightly mix of blues, greens, reds and yellows. Who the hell mixed your paint? Sorry not sorry.]

[pappydaddy]

Ophelia (s.h.)

A/N: This is the first part (yay!) out of the I Wanna Be Yours series. If you notice, there is a theme to this: songs!! Pretty much this entire series is inspired by songs and music so I put together a playlist on Spotify (if you have Apple music, feel free to make a playlist on that but please inform me first!) and I might make one on youtube but idk. 

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Pairing: Steve Harrington x Fem!OC(named)

Warnings: Angst, violence in some parts, arguments, body image issues, feeling belittled/feeling weak, SPOILERS!!(for all seasons).

Fandom: Stranger Things 

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This parts songs: I Wanna Hold Your Hand - The Beatles | Ophelia - Lumineers | Poison - Rita Ora | Less I Know The Better - Tame Impala | Nothing's Gonna Hurt You Baby - Cigarettes After Sex

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 Sitting in the driver's seat of her car, she listened to her brother ramble on and on about only two subjects: this new girlfriend named Suzie and Steve Harrington. Every time he brought the ramblings back to his fluffy-haired older friend, she found her mind wandering. Steve Harrington had proven himself to be much more different than she had first perceived. When she had moved to Hawkins, she had thought him to be an egotistical asshole who only cared about a title and he had proven her right through his actions until one day when he suddenly just wasn’t. Suddenly, Steve was the boy who was dating Nancy Wheeler and hanging around with Jonathan Byers. He no longer was ‘King Steve’ (the king title being passed to Billy Hargrove), he no longer had Tommy H. and Carol as his two annoying shadows. Ophelia wasn’t quite sure what happened between the three, but it must have been pretty big. 

  Despite the change in his ranking within the high school, she still didn’t fully trust him. His past actions went against everything she believed in. She believed in kindness and loyalty, not getting into fist-fights, bullying and ignoring people just because you perceive yourself as better than them. Maybe that’s why they never seemed to become friends for the majority of the time he went to high school.

  “Ophelia,” Her brother’s call of her name snapped her from her thoughts of her history with her brother’s friend. “Are you even listening to me?” He asked her when she glanced at him quickly. She pressed on the brake of her car, getting ready to turn into the bustling mall parking lot. 

  “Yes, of course I’m listening!” She lied, looking back in front of her. 

  “Really? Then why haven’t you been answering me when I’ve asked how Steve’s been doing?” Dustin perked an eyebrow at his older sister. Sure, her and Steve Harrington were not friends through most of Steve’s high school career, but that had changed when Dustin had brought them together to help capture Dart, leading to Ophelia’s second go around with the Upside down. He had changed once again. With Nancy Wheeler dumping in at Tina’s Halloween party and then running off with Jonathan, she had seen Steve once again change his spots. After fighting the Upside Down alongside him, their friendship blossomed. 

  “Because, we’re about to see him so you can actually ask him for yourself, Dipwad.” She commented, trying to get Dustin off her case. All she needed was for him to know just how she felt about the dopey, hair-obsessed boy. Sure, their sudden and shocking friendship was not the last of Steve’s changing. Through their growing friendship, she had watched as he changed into the dorky, clumsy, parent of six. Sure, he lost his charm, but somehow, his lack of charm captured Ophelia’s heart. Maybe it was finally seeing the true Steve Harrington that made her heart skip a beat every time she so much as heard his name. Or maybe it was the way he developed a new charm that the girls of Hawkins have yet to fall for, but no matter how it happened, she definitely fell head over heels for him.  

  “I don’t want him to know I’m worried about him.” Dustin exclaimed, his eyes nearly bugging out of his head as he gripped his hat covered curls in frustration. Ophelia gave him a look as she pulled into a parking spot, turning the car off swiftly. 

  “He’s fine, Dusty,” She reassured him, pulling the keys from the ignition. “Why are you so worried about him anyway?” She posed the question. Sure, he had been a little bummed out since he hadn’t gotten into any schools he applied for, and he was a little upset about having to get a crappy part-time job, but it wasn’t anything to make Ophelia too concerned. Of course, it hurt her a little hearing him talking about himself the way he does, but what hurts her the most was the little game him and Robin were playing. Seeing him shamelessly (and horribly) flirting with girl after girl who ventured into Scoops Ahoy was poison to her heart. Each wink he gave the girls was like a needle injecting the next dose right into her valves, wanting to kill the beating organ. 

  “Between you and me, I think he’s lost his mojo a little, Leah,” Dustin whispered to her over the hood of her car as they climbed out. She gave him a look that told him that he was crazy, but he just challenged it with a knowing look. “He hasn’t had a date since Nancy left him and he doesn’t go to parties. He’s lost his confidence and, in turn, lost his mojo.” Dustin explained. 

  “He didn’t lose his mojo, Dustin. He’s changed, he’s grown and he’s trying to figure himself out and he hasn’t tried to get a date since Nancy left him.” She pointed out, trying to cease her brother’s worries. Sure, he’s flirted, but he hasn’t actually put himself out there. Ophelia knows the difference between flirting and actually wanting a relationship all too well. Her trusting nature had made her fall privy to people just wanting attention or sex, but on the flipside, her trusting nature had let her experience some of the most beautiful relationships - most of them which had turned sour towards the end, but none-the-less, were still a beautiful heart-break. 

  “I’m still going to worry about him.” Dustin remarked as they walked into the mall. Ophelia hummed, dropping her hand on top of his hat covered head, ruffling it slightly before falling to rest on the bookbag he wore on his back. She made him stop for a second as she dropped her keys in her purse, pulling her wallet out. 

  “Alright, you head over to Scoops, here’s some money,” She told Dustin, handing him a couple of bills. “Steve is going to try and give you free ice cream, tell him no and give him the money or put it in the tip jar. Trust me, it has been my entire summer.” She instructed him. Admittedly, her heart would soar like an eagle in the sky when Steve would push her hand full of money, insisting that it was on the house every time she wanted an ice cream, thinking that he might just actually feel the same way she did, her desperate heart filling her mind with hopes that would quickly cloud over with dark thunder clouds when he would send flirty statements over the counter at the next girl. 

  “Wait, you’re not coming with me?” Dustin furrowed his brows, taking the money. 

  “I will be there in a few, I’m heading over to work to check the schedule, and Brett said he needed to talk to me about something anyway.” She told him, stuffing her wallet back in her purse. Dustin narrowed his eyes at her at the name. 

  “Whose Brett?” He cocked his head to the side. He had heard the name before, most likely from one of Ophelia’s friends gushing about random guys while they were locked up in her room. 

  “He works with me, he’s also the captain of the hockey team - Melissa never shut up about him in grade nine,” She answered him, patting his shoulder. Dustin hummed at this, nodding. He looked at the bills she handed him, counting them to see how much she gave him. “I won’t be long, Brett usually writes my hours down for me anyway.” Told him before walking away from him and towards the escalators, heading towards Tower Records. Dustin didn’t pay the information any attention as he made his way towards Scoops. 

  His sneakers squeaked against the tiled floor as he looked around the mall in awe. He hadn’t seen it yet, only heard about it in Ophelia’s letters to him while he was at camp, but nothing she said could do the actual thing justice. The bright neon signs, the high-end stores. The sleek glass in the ceiling letting the sun provide natural light. The fountain, the hustle and bussle. It was great. Walking into the sailor themed ice cream parlor, he took in the blue and white striped wallpaper and the cheery sailor tone playing. 

  Steve was nowhere to be seen when he walked in, so he fell into line behind the two people standing at the counter. He waited patiently, gripping the now crumpled bills in his hands. He could see the girl behind the counter with short blonde hair what had the softest wave to it. Her blue eyes looked bored and unenthusiastic. “Have a nice day.” She drawled, her eyes vacant of joy as she handed the two people their ice cream cones. 

  “Thank you.” The girl smiled at the blonde before the pair of them left, happily licking their ice cream. Dustin smiled, knowing he was so close to seeing Steve again. The girl behind the counter pressed her hands into it, leaning on them as she turned her uninterested gaze on the beaming Dustin who showed off his toothless smile. 

  “Hi.” Dustin basically bounced in his spot from excitement. 

  “Hi.” She drawled, not nearly as excited as Dustin was. Silence passed between them as they looked at each other. Dustin’s smile never filtered and the blonde’s expression never changed. Dustin opened his mouth, gesturing towards himself awkwardly. 

  “I’m Dustin.” He introduced himself, thinking that Steve had told his co-worker all about him. He told almost anyone who would listen about how excited he was to get back home and see Steve so he expected nothing less from his older friend. 

  “I’m Robin.” The blonde replied, a forced smile on her lips. She really just wanted him to order his ice cream and move along so that maybe the day could go by faster. 

  “Pleasure to meet you, uh-” He told her politely. Much like she wanted him to hurry up, Dustin just wanted this to be done with so he could see his friend. “Is-is he here?” Dustin asked with a gesture of his hand, his bright eyes scanning over the space behind the counter. 

  “Is who here?” Robin asked, somewhat intrigued with this strange child. He was so happy and cheerful, his eyes bright. Just then, the swinging door leading to the backroom burst open making them snap their attention towards it. With a squeak of his sneaker, Steve was there, his eyes wide with excitement, just knowing that his friend was out in the parlor. 

  “Henderson,” He stepped away from the door, raising his arms in the air, a wide smile on his face at the sight of the curly haired teen. Dustin started to laugh, pointing towards the older boy as his smile grew, his eyes squinting from it. “Henderson! He’s back,” Steve jumped around as he rushed around the counter, trying to reach his best friend. “He’s back!” He basically yelled, pointing to Dustin. He glanced at Robin as if she was supposed to care. Robin clued into just who the strange child was at the last name. Ophelia’s little brother. Their cheery happiness was almost uncanny.

  “I’m back! You got the job!” Dustin exclaimed.

  “I got the job,” Steve matched Dustin’s enthusiasm, making a trumpet noise while pretending to play one. “Hey, oh!” He said as they performed an intricate handshake. Robin watched the two with raised eyebrows as they pretended to be fighting with lightsabers before Dustin pretended to stab Steve, prompting Steve to pretend his guts were falling out. They finished the handshake, looking at each other and laughing. Steve rested his arm on the cooler beside him, both of them sighing and coming down from their laughter. 

  “How many children are you friends with?” Robin asked, leaning forward on her hands more, eyeing Steve. He certainly wasn’t the same Steve she knew in high school. Steve looked at her, sighing before sniffling as his smile shrunk. Swiping his finger under his nose, he gestured towards Robin with his hand, giving Dustin a look. 

  “So, hey, uh,” Steve started, looking around the parlor, placing both his hands on his hips and kicking his foot out. The musical laughter of the girl he was almost positive he would see today was missing. “Where’s your sister? I thought she’d come in with you.” He asked, looking at Dustin. Dustin shrugged, looking around the parlor to take it all in. 

  “She said she’d be here soon, she had to stop by the store to check the schedule and apparently some guy wanted to talk to her about something there,” Dustin told him, once again not thinking much of it. “I think she said his name was like Brent or something, I don’t know - I wasn’t really listening.” Dustin admitted. Steve’s heart sunk slightly, floating slowly to the bottom of his feet like a paper falling to the floor. 

  “You mean Brett?” Robin spoke up, her eyebrow perked curiously. One thing about her not being in the popular crowd, she learned to observe and gather her information that way. She could clearly see how Steve felt about Ophelia. Whenever she came into the store on her break, his brown eyes would light up like a kid on Christmas. He would constantly bring her up. He could be scrubbing the staff toilet and find a way to bring Ophelia up. She was almost positive that Steve was head over heels for her.

  “Yeah-yeah, that sounds right.” Dustin nodded, not paying much attention as he scanned over the ice cream tubs in the cooler.

  “Oh man, that guy’s been hooked on her for like two years, I heard he took the job at Tower Records because he heard that she was going to be working there.” Robin informed them. Steve could have sworn he had died right then and there. He felt strangely possessive and protective over the eldest Henderson since she squared up against Billy and lasted pretty well until she ended up on the floor next to Steve, knocked out. The sight of her beat up face was the last thing Steve saw before he finally clocked out. 

  If he was being completely honest, he had developed a crush on her way before Nancy. He would always see her floating around the halls of the school with a bright smile, always saying hi to everyone. It was like she was friends with the entire school population. You’d be hard pressed to find someone who didn’t like Ophelia Henderson, but somehow, Steve hung out with the only two people who didn’t. They despised the girl. Thought she was too nice, too good even though everyone at school has seen her knocking shot after shot back at parties. When he had developed feelings for Nancy, he had thought his feelings for Ophelia were long gone, but seeing her taking no shit from Billy and fighting the Demodogs alongside him last year proved him semi-wrong, instead of a crush, he had a fierce need to protect her and keep her way from any guy who he deemed not right for her (which was pretty much all of them). 

  As if on cue, she floated into the parlor with a large smile on her face. “Hey everyone!” She cheered, walking up to her brother and Steve. Steve looked at her, his own smile stretching on his face. He could practically feel his face light up at the sight of her. She smiled brightly at him, rolling up onto the balls of her feet excitedly. 

  “Hey, Leah, Dustin said Brett wanted to talk to you, what’d he say?” Robin asked, curious to see what the development of the love triangle that was brewing. Only an idiot couldn’t see that Steve and Ophelia both liked each other and you would have to be living under a rock not to realize that Brett Morris also chased after the oblivious girl. 

  Ophelia smiled wider - if that was even possible - at the question, her eyes lightning up with excitement. Steve gazed at her expression, wishing he could have caused it. “He wants to hang out with me, as a date!” She exclaimed, walking between her brother and Steve to stand in front of the counter. Steve wanted to die at this news. Brett Morris was a loser - a scrawny, entitled loser who flew through girls like crazy. He had no place going on a date with someone as pure and sweet as Ophelia. He wouldn’t appreciate the beauty of her eyes, swirling with different colours and sparkling with light. Would he fully understand just how precious her laughter was? 

  “Really? That’s awesome.” Robin smiled at the excited girl. 

  “Yeah, I know! I have to go get a new outfit,” She gushed, whirling around to look at Dustin and Steve. “I’ll be back later to get him, do not hype him up on sugar, understand be Harrington?” She told him, not sticking around long enough to get an answer, instead rushing back out of the parlor. Steve pressed his lips into a fine line, his nose flared. Robin looked at him with an amused smile, ready for the chaos of a love triangle. 

***

  Ophelia sauntered back into Scoops, looking at the rush to see Robin manning the counter alone, Steve and her brother nowhere to be seen. “Hey, Robin, where did Steve take my brother?” She asked as Erica and her group of Erica clones walked out. Robin looked towards her, a stressed out look in her eyes. 

  “They’re in the back,” She told her, nudging her head towards the door as she walked towards it herself. Ophelia rushed around the counter, following Robin into the back room as she burst through the door. “All right, babysitting time is over, you need to get in there.” Robin told Steve walking into the room. 

  “Yeah, and it’s time for us to go Dustin.” Ophelia told her brother. The two girls stopped, looking at the two boys. Steve backed up to stand beside Dustin who was at the table, facing them. Their eyes were wide and scared, almost as if they were caught doing something they shouldn’t have been. Steve held a half-eaten banana in his hand, his cheeks pushed out with bits of banana in them, mid-chew. She looked at them oddly, knowing that nothing good could come of this. 

  “Hey! My board,” Robin exclaimed, whirling around to look at Steve and Dustin. Ophelia looked over at her to see her standing by a board on the wall that seemed to hold the Russian characters on it. “That was important data, Shitbirds!” Ophelia rolled her eyes at that. It wasn’t important data to her, in fact, maybe now that the board was erased, the game would stop and Ophelia could find the anecdote for the poison. 

  “I guarantee you, what we’re doing is way more important than your data.” Dustin told her, earning a glare from his sister. Steve nodded along, eating the rest of his banana and tossing the peel to the table in front of Dustin. 

  “Oh yeah, and how do you know these Russians are up to no good anyways?” She challenged, walking to stand in front of the table.

  “What Russians?” Ophelia asked, suddenly very concerned. Steve and Dustin looked at each other with startled looks. 

   “Your brother intercepted a Russian transmission using some sort of radio and they plan to translate the transmission and become American Heroes.” Robin told her. Ophelia nodded slowly, taking the information in. 

  “How does she know about the Russians?” Dustin whispered to Steve.

  “I don’t know.” Steve spoke through a mouth full of banana, shrugging his shoulders. His brown eyes were wide, his eyebrows shooting up into his hairline. Under other circumstances, Ophelia would think he looked cute, but not when they were trying to translate a Russian transmission. 

  “You told her about-” 

  “It wasn’t me!” Steve defended himself, cutting Dustin off. 

  “Hello! I can hear you, actually I can hear everything. You are both extremely loud,” Robin broke the news to them. “You think you have evil Russians plotting against our country, on tape, and you’re trying to translate it, but haven’t figured out a single word because you didn’t realize that Russian’s use a completely different alphabet than we do,” She rattled off. Dustin and Steve looked at each other in shock before looking back at Robin. “Is that about right?” She asked. Ophelia stepped up, standing beside her. If these two idiots were getting into something then so was she. They were pretty much a package deal at this point. 

  Robin lunged forward, trying to swipe the tape off the table, but Steve grabbed it before her. “Woah - Oh! What do you think you’re doing?” Steve asked her with a crazed look in his eyes. Ophelia raised her eyebrows at it.

  “I wanna hear it!” Robin bounced slightly, showing more enthusiasm that she ever does when doing her job. 

  “I do too.” Ophelia told them, walking over and pulling out a chair from the table, sitting down in the spot in front of Steve. Steve shook his head at her. 

  “Why?” Both Dustin and Steve asked at the same time, mostly directed to Robin. They could see why Ophelia would want to, since she had been by Dustin’s side since Will’s disappearance. 

  “Cause maybe I can help,” Robin shrugged. “I am fluent in four languages, you know?” She disclosed to them proudly. Ophelia looked over at her, impressed. 

  “Russian?” Dustin asked, intrigued. Robin leaned closer to him. 

  “Ou-yay are-yay umb-day.” She told him. Steve and Dustin looked excited, making Ophelia shake her head, slapping her hand to her forehead. 

  “Oh-ho-ho!” Steve exclaimed.

  “Holy shit!” Dustin smiled wide, thinking that she actually spoke Russian to them. Robin straightened up, her face blank while Ophelia was questioning her brother’s sanity. 

  “That was pig-latin, Digus,” She told him, making their smiles fall. Steve looked down at Dustin, slapping him with the banana peel that he had picked up for some reason, muttering ‘idiot’ under his breath, not wanting to admit that he also thought Robin was speaking Russian. Robin sat across the table from Ophelia. “But, I speak Spanish and French and Italian, and I’ve been in band for twelve years. My ears are little geniuses, trust me.” Robin argued her case. 

  “I also speak fluent French and a little latin and, don’t forget, I’ve saved you two before.” Ophelia reminded them, giving them a knowing look. Steve and Dustin looked at each other, unsure if they should let them help. Steve definitely didn’t want to let Ophelia help. It was too dangerous, it went against every fiber in his being telling him to protect her. 

  “Come on, it’s your turn to sling ice cream and my turn to translate - I don’t even want credit, I’m just bored!” Robin groaned to Steve, sliding the ice cream scoop across the table towards him. The bell from the counter dinged, the customer wanting service. Steve looked at her hand before looking at Dustin. The bell dinged again making him sigh and grab the scoop, placing the tape back on the table again. He glanced at Dustin again as the younger boy shrugged, not seeing how the two girls couldn’t help them since they have yet to figure out anything so far. Shifting his eyes to Robin, seeing her pleading with him, but what made him bend like a hot spoon was when he looked at Ophelia. Her big eyes looking at him hopefully but with just enough glare that dared him to try and say no to them.

  “Fine, you two can help.” He grumbled, making his way out the door. Robin and Ophelia cheered, Robin scooping the tape recorder up. Steve huffed, defeated. He didn’t like the idea of her being involved with this. The past two years, he wasn’t able to stop her from getting involved with the Upside Down because she knew about it before him both times; this time, he knew about it before her so he had thought he could keep her out of it, but boy was he wrong.