#Or Puerto Rican depending on my mood

[gillymugs]

Oh Qué Será?

Vaquero inspired eli for my Star Wars thrawn AU

thank you to @qyrhan for doing the background

[wraithdance]

31 and 43 (please)?

(Also the amount of times I had to leave this ask to check the list cause I couldn’t remember the numbers is actually criminal)

Lmaooo me I have the list on both my phone and laptop because my memory sucks 💀

31. What type of music keeps me grounded?

Depends on the mood tbh but I’d def say punk rock or female rap when I need that adrenaline boost to go to war and really sad songs that remind me to release some pent up emotional shit

43. What’s your take on Spicy food?

Okay don’t jump me but I don’t believe in food being so spicy I can’t taste the flavors lmao. I’m a [redacted southern state] girly and I grew up eating southern and Puerto Rican food which is more about sabor not heat, so my spice tolerance sucks 🫣

[slutsukio]

⋆˙꒰ SUKI'S ORIGINAL CHARACTERZ .ᐟ ꒱ prior to delving into my ocs, please acknowledge that every character that is presented on my profile are exclusively and personally owned by me. i have placed blood, sweat and tears into these characters, as well as their whole being + making. please do not plagarize + steal my layout, nor my characters.

☆ !? xoxo, yours truly !? ⋆

⋆˙evadne paloma esperanza .ᐟᝰ

꩜ names + etymology. evadne is an english based name with greek roots meaning "pleasing one" or "graceful. paloma is a spanish based named, translated to "dove." paloma is also a symbol of peace and grace. esperanza is another spanish based nacmed meaning "hope."

꩜ nicknames. lola, particularly used by her mother and father. eva, used by all of her friends / close friends, and occasionally teachers. mimi / vivi, used by her younger brother and sister.

꩜ family. evadne's parents, valentina and orion, fell in love in high school and have evadne at the ages of 20 and 23. after evadne left for college, they expanded their family with twins, esmé and ezra. valentina is a successful model for renowned companies like vogue studios and img models, while orion is a well-known comic book creator + action, featuring in notable films such as the walking dead, grey's anatomy, fall, rampage, and others. the twins, esmé and ezra, are thriving soon-to-be freshmen. esmé is involved in debate club, fashion club, and the captain of her cheerleading team. while on the other hand, ezra had been a multi-sport athlete ever since he was little, participating in swimming, track, basketball, soccer, and volleyball (his personal favorite). despite some challenges in their family dynamic and their schedules, they make it work.

꩜ prns + gender + sexuality. evadne is a multifaceted individual. she embraced the fluidity of their gender identity by affirming that any pronouns may be used to address her (but her personal favorites are she/they). she has a balanced taste for both presenting feminine and masculine, it all truly depends on her mood. they literal do NOT care who they date, their go-to is "if you sexy, you're sexy." she has an expansive taste in people ranging from 90s fine men, to masculine presenting females who are actually girly girls. she doesn't care, she wants EVERYBODY!!

꩜ zodiacs. evadne is a libra. libra's are characterized by their diplomatic nd charming nature. they have a strong sense of justice, seek harmony in their relationships, and are socially adept communicators. libra's appreciate art and beauty, often displaying creative flair. evadne has a libra sun, gemini moon, and leo rising. with a sun in libra, they're likely to have a strong emphasis on balance and harmony in her life. they may seek to create and maintain harmonious relationships, often displaying a charming and diplomatic demeanor. now, the moon in gemini suggests that her emotions are quick to change, and they may find comfort in mental stimulation and variety. evadne is an individual who communicates their feelings effectively and posseses a natural curiosity about the world. there can be a need for intellectual engagement to feel emotionally satisfied, and they may value versatility in emotional expression. finally, her leo rising adds a touch of theatricality and confidence to her outer persona. evadne is always recognized from her charismatic and vibrant presence.

꩜ birthdate. october 19th, 2003.

꩜ age. 21.

꩜ race + ethnicity. hispanic-american (puerto rican). puerto ricans, also colloquially known as boricuas, are the people of puerto rico, the inhabitants, and citizens of the commonwealth of puerto rico and their descendants.

꩜ languages. spanish, english, latin (currently learning).

꩜ height. 5'7 1/2

꩜ eye candy. caine eugen

꩜ college major. evadne is pursuing her career in attaining her associates degree in nursing + bachelors degree of science in nursing.

꩜ hobbies. painting, writing, sewing, singing, pottery, baking, rock collecting, modeling, reading, gardening, photography, scrapbooking + journaling, traveling, dancing.

꩜ pets. evadne has a female american cocker spaniel. her name is penelope and she is 5 months old. (she's treated like a princess too).

꩜ music taste. mf doom, tyler the creator, frank ocean, steve lacey, omar apollo, mac miller, dreamer isioma, berried alive, the lava children, ecstatic sunshine, sza, solange, earl sweatshirt, kali uchis, childish gambino, dijon, cuco.

꩜ birthplace. nestled within the sun-drenched landscape of southern california, evadne and her siblings were born and raised in los angeles, a sprawling metropolis renowned as the epicenter of the nation's film and television industry. this vibrant city, often referred to as the "entertainment capital of the world," is home to iconic landmarks and legendary studios that have shaped the cinematic landscape. dominated by the world-famous hollywood sign, a symbol synonymous with the glitz and glamour of the entertainment industry, los angeles boasts a roster of illustrious studios, including paramount pictures, universal studions, and warner brothers. los angeles, with its palpable aura of creativity and stardom, beckons visitors into a world where dreams are crafted, stories come to life, and the spirit of the silver screen thrives amidst the palm-lined streets and sun kissed landscapes.

꩜ mbti. estp is a personality type with the extraverted, observant, thinking, and prospecting traits. they tend to be energetic and action oriented, deftly navigating whatever is in front of them. they love uncovering life's opportunities, whether socializing with others of in more personal pursuits. estp's are bold, rational + practical, original, perceptive, direct, social. but as well as those strengths, they have their weaknesses. estp's are insensitive, impatient, impulsive, unstructured, they may miss the bigger picture, and they are defiant.

꩜ personality quirks. she has a birthmark that looks like a big burn scar (it is, her parents lied to her when she was younger. #todoroki kinnie). if she doesn't say it, her face will. they believe in supernatural myths, such as mermaids, aliens, ghosts, etc. their nose twitch everytime they're cold, sick, or when they have to sneeze. always writes in cursive, her cuneive writing is TERRIBLE. an adrenaline junkie. grabs her (male) friends by their backpacks and sends them flying to the ground. very fast runner, used to run track.

꩜ personality 101. evadne is attractive, brilliant, athletic, creative, dedicated, dramatic, eloquent, venturesome, sociable, self-reliant. they are also apathetic, blunt, demanding, egocentric, impatient, inconsiderate, obsessive, irascible, and superstitious.

꩜ job. they work at a thrift store on weekdays, and she is also a social media influencer. she loves thrift stores because they find different variants of people coming in for a diverse mix of things. such as elders come in for old antiques or out of date couches. or maybe kids their age coming in looking for clothes, silver tag levis, old jewlery that was probably once owned by a wealthy woman in the 1960s, unique shirts to make their style more flamboyant.

꩜ likes. drama (theatre), music shows, concerts, painting, high-end food, traveling, singing, reading, parties, socialization, art, beauty, sewing, novels, small jewelry, plushies, keychains, open mics, late nights, bars, film festivals, cinema events, musicals, art galleries, art exhibitions, food tasting events, escape rooms, fashion shows, ramen shops, improv shows, collecting vinyls, thrifting, astrology.

꩜ dislikes. negative energy, rude people, dishonesty, being judged, overly complicated technology, spiders, snakes, long meetings, sitting for a long amount of time, perfumes that smell like old women, being interrupted, busses + under ground trains, waiting in long lines, untidiness, early mornings, scam calls, strong wind, poor customer service, being late to appointments, loud construction.

❁ suki speaking — i love evadne sm! i messed up her name like 17 times when writing this dawg. i was typin "avadne" or "evande" LAMOA. but, the faceclaim is @j014r4qu3ll on instagram! best read in light mode with white background. enjoy :3!!

[jewelk4]

Well, since I want to make a story, I do want to do some facts about me before I start writing a dad!Miguel x daughter!oc series: (Had to change my username bc my character uses my username and I forgot about that 💀💀)

I am currently 22 years old as of writing this post.

I am Puerto Rican, live in the United States

I am currently studying automotive technology (yes I do love fixing cars and being hands on)

I am a female and use she/her pronouns

I love kpop and any genre of music (listen to BTS, Shinee,EXO, a bit of Twice, Kard, Stray Kids, G-Idle among many more groups) if it has a good beat, best believe I'll have to have the song repeated multiple times (Swim by Chase Atlantic was a big ear worm for me)

I started writing fanfiction in middle school and has tried to improve as much as possible (though I still feel like I'm basic with my story telling)

I love Batman, Spider-Man, Fast and Furious, Courage the cowardly dog, Pokemon, Regal (kdrama), 7Fates:Chakho (webtoon of BTS), Lost In Translation (a web tool as well), Yugioh, among a lot of things

I am clumsy

I speak both Spanish and English. And I still do Spanglish bc my brain loves to mix them together

My favorite colors have to be blue, black, grey, well almost anything dark. But I do like certain pastels like pastel purple and pastel green.

My favorite food of all time is a tripleta (for those unfamiliar, it is a three meat sandwich mostly of turkey, pastrami, and pork depending on the seller with cheese, lettuce, tomato, ketchup, mayo, and potato sticks, delicious)

I write with ambience or music videos all of the time to set the mood of the chapters or parts of a chapter and make sure it has the right tone. (The amount of times I had to stop myself from crying during those moments)

Well hope that helps! I'm currently writing chapter 1 but I do want to know if you guys would like to see character sheets of my OC's before releasing chapter 1. Let me know in the comments in this post! See you guys soon!

[eldritch-nightmare]

Hello! I go by 🎀 anon! I’d like to do a match up, if that’s okay! I’m a latino afab and genderfluid (they/them) in my 20s! 5’4 height, medium length dark brown hair with a shaggy mullet type of haircut (hoping to at least have magenta highlights if work allows it </3), brown eyes, mid-sized body type, a INFP MBTI type, and my star sign is a Taurus. Also am autistic and have ADHD! I’m a pan disaster but fictionally I lean towards male characters! 🤣

I LOVE art and animation! I do digital art as a hobby and hope to sell as a side job some day! I have a special interest for horror, especially indie horror gaming! I also love trying different culture foods, even if I’m biased in my puerto rican roots. I always make effort to seek other cultural meals and learn how to eat them properly and know it’s history because… I love food and making food. 🫡 Speaking of! My love language is making someone meals, buying them gifts and making them art! <3

Ah, not sure if it matters, but I wear a lot of cutesy pastel pink clothes (bonus if they’re strawberry themed) as well as very goth and punk clothing depending on my mood! Which is always funny whenever I wear very gothic outfits, people look so shocked when they see my room LMAO. I love a variety of music including nu metal, goth rock, game soundtracks, chill lo-fi sounding music (Like the kind you hear in Bee and Puppycat! Which is actually my comfort show…). It fluctuates depending the mood LOL. (It’s… quite a mix.) While I’m introverted, I do like going out and interacting with others when having the energy to do so! I tend to ramble a lot though and always fear to seem annoying, then regret later for going on for too long so expect a lot of apologizing for that. 😭

Kinda like now actually LOL, apologies if this is too long! Not sure how much to put in, but hope you have a good day! Take your time to answer, no rush! Appreciate it, thank you! qvq

can i just say you sound so cool?? like?? hello?? your taste in music is literally superb?? but don't worry, this wasn't too long, so no need to apologize <3 i hope your work allows you to get magenta highlights!!

your matchup is... the bloody painter! and it's not because of the art thing, trust me on this okay, just hear me out for a moment. while, yes, you and helen both enjoy art, helen is also really big on horror and the whole goth subculture. while he doesn't dress the part, you will catch him listening to the music and digesting both the art and literature. so. trust me.

helen is pretty reserved and not one to let people close to him but once you break the ice and get past his apathetic exterior, you'll find that he's actually pretty... i wouldn't say he's open once you get to know him, but it's fairly obvious that he'll become less reserved around you, and he'll actually show that he cares about you. does that make sense?

moving on, helen doesn't give food a lot of thought, to be honest. he likes what he likes, and he hates what he hates. he would be a terrible food critic. he does, however, know and understand that cooking is an art, and he has nothing but respect for you and your talents and is 100% willing to be a taste tester for you if you ever need one. he quite enjoys your cooking, if we're being honest, and you have introduced him to a wide variety of different foods from different cultures and he just... loves seeing you enjoy yourself.

now going on to art, because this is helen and it's unavoidable. helen is more of a traditional artist, so digital art isn't his area of expertise, but he would absolutely love to see any and all of your drawings. you two could even draw together! and he has like numerous sketchbooks just full to the brim of sketches and fully-fledged out pieces if you ever want to see them. he loves sharing his own art as well. and, if you give him permission, he'll probably incorporate you into his art. he'll sketch you or add you into the background of one of his paintings. art is his love language, and he would love to involve you in it.

helen doesn't give gifts often, mostly because it's not something that crosses his mind, but sometimes he'll be out and about, and he'll see something. something strawberry-themed or an accessory that would look good with your goth or punk clothing. and, of course, the only natural thing to do is to buy it and gift it to you. so, every once in a while, he'll just hand you a random gift with no real explanation other than a shrug or 'i saw it and thought about you.'

and if you start rambling to him about a certain topic that has caught your interest, or about your day-to-day life in general, helen will silently listen to you. he likes listening to you ramble, especially when he's mindlessly sketching something. and should you apologize for rambling too much, he'll just momentarily meet your gaze and say, 'don't apologize. i like the sound of your voice.' before directing his attention back to whatever he was sketching.

any and all information you give him about the things you like and dislike will be neatly tucked away into a corner of his mind. he's the type to remember everything you tell him, even the minor things. you're a very important part of his life, and he does everything he can to make sure you know that.

[kombuuuu]

I think what the anon was referring to with the mami thing is that its really overused among non latino writers, like if you're gonna include trash spanish (no offense it just bothers me as a native speaker) then at least change it up because we Puerto Ricans don't use mami in every sentence like many here make it seem. A simple Google search will help you find other terms of endearment. Also in many places we may take offense to the mami and papi name calling because in the past it has been used as a stereotype against us Puerto Ricans. Anyways VIVA EL BORINQUÉN 🇵🇷 bye haha

i totally get how they could be upset about that, and thank you for being respectful C:

the thing they don’t really get though, is how little i use it

i have my favourite names and endearments, and i’ve asked spanish speaking people for notes on said endearments

and my the way i write characters all have character notes,, which include lists of different nicknames i can use depending on setting, gender, and generally what mood im in lolol

i try my hardest not to stereotype anyone and although i do try to write a characters culture into their fics, i do so very minimally

i don’t see people as their race, i see them as people lolol!!! race and ethnicity is just a uniquety in my eyes

it obviously plays into how someone acts and responds,, but i feel with how i usually ask people of said ethnicity tips and translations that im not really doing it wrong?

i dunno, if i am — i’ve been very open to constructive criticism, like how you’ve brought it up !! but the last anon was just plain disrespectful lolol!!!

[bloodwiine]

CHARACTER BASICS

Full Name: Rowan Reyes Nickname: Rowdy, Ro, RoRo Age: twenty-eight ( 102 ) Gender: genderfluid Pronouns: they & them Ethnicity: Puerto Rican Nationality: Auroriam ( fictional place in Puerto Rico ) Education: The best private tutors around. Occupation: Investor Hometown: Stellara, Auroriam Current location: Stardust Hollow, though he has homes in various other locations as well Species: Fae. Written Aesthetics: crowned with stardust, a symphony of tailored lines & flowing silhouettes, veiled vulnerability, smooth as velvet & regal charisma

trigger warning: tba

CHARACTER APPEARANCE 

Face Claim: Vico Ortiz Height: 5'6" / 1.68 Hair Colour: changes dependent on his mood Eye Colour: brown Dominant Hand: left handed Distinguishing Features: multicolored hair that changes dependent on his mood, piercing eyes, elaborate tattoos, genderfluid fashion, confidence, unconventional makeup.

SUPERNATURAL EXTRAS 

Abilities: glamour, air elemental, enhanced senses, flight, regeneration and healing, fae dust Have you always been aware of your abilities?: Yes, certainly, I was raised by the fae monarch of Auroriam and was being raised to one day become a sovereign myself, though had no interest. Favorite Magical Items: Not necessarily a magical item, but they do love they affect of cream. They also have a pendant that they always hold dear to them. What supernatural creature is your character most scared of?: Certainly my mother, who is fae. Who or what would they die for? At the moment? No one, really. Does your character fight or flee? Oh they love to fight with words, but if things become too serious, they will flee. Though on occasion if the right buttons are pushed, they suppose they would fight.

PERSONALITY

Positive Traits: crafty, adventurous, creative, charming, versatile, ambitious, charismatic

Negative Traits: stubborn, impulsive, sarcastic, rebellious, manipulative, distrustful, impatient, intolerant of ignorance, difficult accepting criticism & satirical

Neutral Traits: analytical, adaptable, curious, pragmatic, self-reliant, enigmatic, reserved ( emotionally ), deflective

Goals/desires: finding love and acceptance, challenging injustice, leaving a lasting legacy, being a nuisance to society

Fears: rejection and isolation, betrayal, loss of identity, limitations and confinement, loss of control, unfulfilled potential, intolerance & hatred, their mother

Hobbies: writing poetry, fashion, cooking, dancing, public speaking, being a nuisance to society, pulling pranks

Habits: a lengthy self-care routine that no one is allowed to interrupt, constant learning, active listening when they wish to, procrastination, impulsiveness, restlessness, impatience, disorganization, overthinking

CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT Q’S

your answers to these questions do not have to be in depth, though of course they can be! they’re just here to help you grasp your character a little more, as well as for me to get an understanding ! 

QUESTION ONE: were you born on the island, if so, what kind of curiosities do you have about the world beyond? if you weren’t, what do you miss about the world outside veritas isles? 

No, though I have grown quite fond of the place, I do sometimes miss those I loved from back home and long to know how they are fairing. I could never return, though, the responsibility that was put on my shoulders was much too grave for me. I am not meant to be a royal.

QUESTION TWO: what is your favorite part about the island? 

Exploring, I like that I have the freedom to roam about without anyone knowing who I truly am. In addition, the place is stunning and being able to invest in new places is definitely enjoyable.

QUESTION THREE: if your character is supernatural, do they fear humans? if human, do they fear the supernatural? 

Just my mother and other fae who may know who I am and want to ruin and use this against me to take away from the life I've created for myself in Veritas Isles. I don't fear humans, I find them fascinating!

QUESTION FOUR: share a fun headcanon or fact about your character! this doesn’t have to be long, just something to introduce us to your character! 

Nestled discreetly within the vibrant heart of Puerto Rico, lies Aurorium—an enchanting realm concealed from the prying eyes of humankind. Here, the fae flourish amidst the ethereal beauty of nature's magic, their existence shrouded in mystery and wonder. Ruled by a fae monarch, known for her unwavering justice tempered by a seductive cruelty that has garnered her both fear and fascination, Aurorium brims with intrigue and secrets waiting to be unraveled. At the heart of this mesmerizing realm lies Stellara, a city of unparalleled splendor, where the castle of the royal family reigns supreme. With its celestial charm and breathtaking allure, Stellara stands as a testament to the captivating power and undeniable allure of the fae.

ADDITIONAL HEADCANON

As an air elemental fae, Rowan Reyes possesses an inherent affinity for the winds, harnessing their power for both mischief and merriment. With a mischievous sparkle in their eyes, Rowan delights in using their elemental abilities to create practical pranks that leave everyone in awe and laughter. They can summon playful gusts of wind to tousle hair, snatch hats, and create whimsical patterns in the clouds. Rowan's favorite trick involves crafting invisible pathways of swirling air, leading unsuspecting individuals on exhilarating adventures through the skies. With their quick wit and playful nature, they create a sense of childlike wonder and joy, reminding all who encounter them that life should be filled with laughter and a touch of enchantment. From cheeky breezes that playfully tickle to full-blown gusts that whisk away troubles, Rowan's pranks carry an undeniable charm, leaving a trail of laughter and lightness in their wake.

WANTED CONNECTIONS.

people from their past, familial, people that worked for the royal family, anyone that might want to cause harm?

clients / business owners they've invested in

hook ups / flings

best friend / fellow prankster

etc. anything else you might think of !!

ex lover

[glittter-vamp]

https://www.tumblr.com/glittter-vamp/746113106467586048/httpswwwtumblrcomglittter-vamp74607303228360

What’s your deli meat of choice?

Depends what mood I’m in but my top three are chicken, salami or steak. But… my favorite sandwich is the Puerto Rican Tripleta which has pulled pork, steak and ham. Nothing compares 😅

[perfectlymassivetimetravel--blog]

You know the real bummer about working as a server/delivery driver in my current state is not only the minimum wage, but the fact that there isn't really anything I can go about it because all the corporations out here are franchises that are privately own. Like I get the whole spreading the word to people, because that's how they take advantage of there workers, but damn. The min here is 7.25, I get 2.50 plus tips if they decide to tip at all, and they are supposed to make up for tips as well to make sure my pay is 'fair', now my manager get paid 14/hr. And for sure fucking hates his job, but the issue is that we don't make enough money to get out. If you want to start a bank account you have to have at 59-500$ depending on the bank, in top of maintenance fees, that is the the way of them taking your money to give to other people.

............

The average person in this town has two jobs, plus a third side hustle and this down has gone down right fucking backwards. It is a retirement town, it's full of cops and military, it's full of old white people, and I think I see 3/20 wearing a mask. Half of them don't believe in COVID, because they either had "a very mild case" like the flu, probably cause it was the actual flu. Someone tried to tell me there is a difference between cops and pigs, but really there isn't. They are all people who signed up to be used and abused and then armed with weapons to use as they deem fit for any given situation, it like a matter of all things is whether or not they get caught, or how their mood strikes. There are no landlords here because everyone wants a quick buck, the person who supposably helped us we ended up giving the 16 hundred, then said that she was going to tow my car, because of the windshield. Now she going and making appointments with out consulting us, and then has the nerve to say that she's going to buy our food stamps from us, to help pay for the windshield. Taking our source of food, is not helping us, doing backwards appointments is not helping us, you wanna pro Bono fix my car fine, but don't act like what you're doing is a service. We have to pay 800/m in rent every first of the month, if not then it's an eviction notice, we had to pay 200 dollars for background checks, and it took them a month to get us in a already empty apartment. 800 for a two bedroom apartment, that I can't even keep my car in, because... Why?

I listened to someone justify throwing around the R-word, and they can't tell Hispanic/Latino peeps apart, to them everyone is Mexican, but the majority of them are Puerto Rican despite being as close as we are to Mexico not everyone who speaks Spanish is Mexican. They literally have flags on their phones, wallets, key chains, and such that small nugget of pride from where they came from and the vivid amount of disrespect is what makes me want to fight people. Also I have notice a difference in the light-skinned individuals who run with imposter syndrome, and carry themselves with white privilege, which ok, but you're not going to come at me out the side if your neck. You're curls maybe loose, but that doesn't mean your brain fell out of them. Like it really feels like the 18-1900's story you read about the "pretty" individuals who just lost their shit when they started dating white people.

So that's my rant if the week,

[goldnratio]

Dating Luke Alvez HC’s

word count: 1.3k

warnings: some are a little risqué but nothing major

a/n: here’s some headcanons for luke! might do some nsfw ones, and for spencer and Hotch but I have to finish some requests first

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love love LOVES music

michael jackson, david bowie, queen, biggie smalls, etc.

oh what I would I do to see him sing ‘hypnotize’ (I know he drinks his Respecting Women Juice but he always emphasizes on “bulletproof glass tints if I want some ass” with a laugh ‘cause it reminds him of an ‘inside joke’ you two share aka the time you two fucked in one of the bureau’s SUVs during a boring stakeout but that’s a story for another time)

ALSO SPANISH MUSIC DUH

our puerto rican + cuban king loves daddy yankee, calle 13, nicky jam, bad bunny, marc anthony, juanes, hombres G!!!

does Not Care if you can’t speak/understand Spanish, he’s got you dancing with him either way

GOING CRAZY TO ‘gasolina’ AND ‘yo perreo sola’ AND ‘safaera’

this mere idea of dancing to reggaeton with luke,,, im lightheaded

all you feel is his hands’ tight grip on your hips and the feeling of your ass pressing against him has him groaning and im gonna pass out if I keep thinking about it

not even gonna talk about dancing with him to cumbia bc y’all would never hear the end of it

anyways you got him airpods for christmas because you were sick of hearing him complain about always having to detangle his wires; he wears them almost 24/7 and likes that he can share one with you and not have to worry about the wires

he has playlists for EVERYTHING

big cuddle monster

luke is naturally a Big Spoon, have you SEEN HIS ARMS AND BODY? so Wide and perfecting for holding you

loves to hold you in his sleep, you’re like an anchor for him when he gets nightmares from cases

the bau team has several pictures of you two asleep on the jet; some of your head on luke’s chest with one of his arms around you and others with your limbs so tangled together that they can’t tell where luke ends and you begin

prefers Real Cuddles at home though because both of you are handsy and innocent cuddles have turned into sex more times than you can count

but sometimes after a bad case he just wants to be held with your fingers running through his hair. you’re in bed and he tightly wraps his arms around your waist, resting his upper body on yours with his head on your chest or face buried in your neck.

He’s a very protective man

and not like in an overbearing way

it’s just that you both have seen and know firsthand how sick and dangerous the world can be sometimes and he never wants it to touch you

almost always has a hand on you; whether it’s holding hands, or an arm over your shoulders, or a hand on your waist, or—

alternatively, your hands always wind up in his back pocket or holding onto his GIANT biceps

usually in lines he stands behind you with his arms wrapped around you and resting his chin on the top of your head, or you’re next to him and holding his arm with your head resting on his shoulder

sometimes you go on runs together with Roxy

and sometimes you go run by yourself, and Luke always suggests taking Roxy with you

not because he thinks you’re incapable of taking care of yourself without him but he doesn’t want to take the risk of something happening to you when he’s not there

also because ��she could go for a run, burn some of that energy, right, Roxy?”

ALSO EXTRA PROTECTIVE IN THE FIELD!!!!

He knows the danger is part of the job but he just hates the idea of something happening to you

He will try to talk you out of something too dangerous but won’t tell you that you can’t go (even though he REALLY WANTS TO) because as much as he loves and cares for you, he knows you’re a great agent and are capable of taking care of yourself out in the field

I suppose it also depends on the case and the unsub? ‘cause like if you fit the unsub’s victimology then he’s more,,,cautious about it

Luke always tries to put himself in between you and the potential danger, which is funny because you try to do the same thing

[insert that meme/comic of the two people bending to protect each other]

does a mix of the ‘get behind me’ and ‘mom arm reflex for an abrupt stop’ so he can protect you from anything ahead and you have his back with a view of anything behind you guys

literally will take a bullet for you if it comes to it and he knows without a doubt that you would do the same

BACK TO ROXY!!! that adorable german shepard

HIS ENTIRE CAMERA ROLL IS JUST YOU, HIM, AND ROXY

but mostly you and Roxy

with the occasional bau team pics

but when Luke first introduced you to her the first time you came over to his house

it went...ok?

roxy—like luke—has seen Some Serious Shit

even being a friendly dog, I think it’d be natural for her to be cautious with new people

so when her daddy is bringing the same woman home she is like oH??

she was a little shy and kept her distance, staying close to luke the first few times you went over

eventually she got used to you coming around more often, sitting closer to you and letting you pet her more

you swear luke’s eyes were glossy the first time Roxy curled up next to you and laid her head on your lap

“no, (Y/N), I’m not about to cry it’s just that I have…dust...in my eyes…”

he’s melting on the inside though because you’re both his Best Girls Who He Loves Very Much!!!!!

he also trusts you enough to watch Roxy if he’s away and loves that Roxy trusts you too

sometimes he stays at the BAU later and comes home to you asleep on the couch with Roxy right by your side, or you’re in bed with Roxy right by the entrance of the room

either way it makes him Soft™️ that Roxy is also just as protective of you

“what’s up, baby? you taking care of mommy for me, being a good guard dog for (y/n)?”

with both of you working at the BAU, you are literally the Hottest Couple Most Sleep Deprived Couple

you sleep at the hotels when you’re on a case but let’s be real: sometimes the case is too fresh in your mind to let you sleep, same goes for Luke

you guys find that just talking about it helps

sex works too, but there’s only two moods after: I’m so tired now thank you and I love you, goodnight OR I now have more energy than I did when we got in bed can we please go another round

NAP DATES ARE SO FREQUENT

like you will just go over to cuddle him and sleep

you stay over a lot more than luke stays at your place and it’s mostly because taking Roxy back and forth gets difficult, especially if your place is like less equipped for pets

ANYWAYS

as sleep deprived as you two are, you can’t sleep in late

You’re both used to waking up early and at ungodly times because of work, plus Luke takes Roxy outside in the mornings to potty so you usually get up to make him coffee

so your bodies aren’t exactly programmed to want to sleep in, but there are rare times when you’ll sleep in till like 11am (Luke has potty pads in place for Roxy just in case)

but since you guys tend to wake up early on your days off, you spend the mornings in bed and just nap throughout the day

finally, having lots of pet names for each other!!!!!

his for you include but are not limited to:

mamas

baby

sweet thang

mi amor

pretty lady

princesa

yours for him include but are not limited to:

babe

big guy

sweet cheeks

papacito

cariño

papi chulo (he ALWAYS blushes with this one but he tries to cover it up with a smirk)

[forthepinkhearted]

Do you have a New York accent or a Dominican/Puerto rican accent?

Please 🙏🏾

i actually have all 3 accents lmaoooot jus literally depends on my mood 😂😂

[littlx-songbxrd]

okay okay for the pride asks, Jane, Raphael and Kamala!

Thank you for the ask!!!

Jane: do you know about the Lgbtq history of your country? Talk about it a little if you want

So being honest due to colonization so much Puerto Rican history has been lost through the years, lbgtq history is one of the rarer sights within our history and our community. But I got this book a few months ago and I guess this counts

Did you know one of the iniciators of the Stonewall riots (the reason we have pride) was a Puertorican woman named Sylvia Rivera? She was a trans activist for civil rights of the lgbtq community. Her most famous achievement is founding the Gay liberation and Gay activist alliance in New York

It was really cool to find out that someone from here actually led to one of the biggest gay rights movements.

Also fun fact but theres also the story of Ivana Fred Millán who was the first woman in Puerto Rico to be allowed to change her birthcertificate from male to female in the island. She fought for the entire trans community in the island and continues to do so

Most these histories are hidden, but I'm attempting to learn. Thought its hard when the US is trying to hide even the straight history ://

Us give me MY history back challenge

Raphael: Do you hate crowds and socializing?

Ummm

It really depends on what kinda crows it is, because if its a big crowd of kids my age that I dont know the conversation just ends up like this

I try to talk to them

Start trying to see if we have one of my interest in common

I start infodumping

I feel like im being made fun off

Ohh look leaving is so much more interesting

But if its with the right people then yeah I dont mind crowds! I love talking and socializing to random people. Which is the reason why in school Im literally known by everyone, I cannot shut up. So really it just depends the kinda setting im in

And my social mood

Kamala: What is your favorite thing about your physical apperance: ummmmm

Nothing

Damn this is hard really I have the most basic apperance ever. Ummmm my hair I guess? Idk its long and wavy and sometimes it makes me look nice

[anninhiliation]

CNCO ft. Dirty Texts

Part 1

Masterlist Part 2

Richard

I feel like Richuki would send you little reminders about how you're his

Homeboy has the daddy kink

So he'll be like

Whose daddys good little princess

Is my baby girl already soaked for daddy

Whose pretty pussy is this?

The right answer: yours daddy all yours

You call him daddy and he will melt lowkey

Daddy Richard loves to worship your body so every inch of your warm flesh gets his attention

His plump lips would kiss you everywhere building up the tension between your legs

When he finally gets to the needy little mess he created he will have you SCREAMING

The man knows how to devour you

Between his tongue ruining your little cunt he'd mumble

Daddys little slut likes that aye

Princess you taste so good

Daddys good little girl

Have you falling apart in seconds mintues with his head buried between your legs

Chris

Ay papa

He likes his fucktoys nasty

Hes an exhibitionist so you have to be nasty to ride his huge cock

The nastier the better

Why can I see his dick hardening if you were to purr daddy into his ear

Like just imagine him fucking you somehwere public

And hes all like

You dirty little girl

What if someone where to walk in finding out what a dirty little slut you are

You're falling apart as his huge cock stretches out your tight little hole

The tip is pounding the right spot

Your cumming with incoherent words but the only coherent word was Daddy

He would fuck you so hard after that

You're going to cum again as he cums filling up that little hole of yours with his seed

Your tight little hole cums again as its over stimulated

I'm done I'm pregnant

Zabdiel

Papi is here to please

So like imagine hes in the studio and you wanna hang out after he gets out so you casually ask

Whatcha gonna do after work?

And this Puerto Rican meal goes

Go down on you

And papi isnt kidding

Once the two of you link up

Hes right to business

Papis hungry

He spreads your legs exposing your soaked mess

He hasnt even fully touched you yet

But hes already have you all riled up

And he knows how to go cross cuntry

He knows where to suck an nibble tugging on your sensitive area

He pays attention to more than just your pearl

It comes to him so effortless

Between his sinning hes mumbling nasty things like Richuki

So tastey

Niña que dulce

You like that

You're falling apart already

Hes not full though so theres a round two

Sometimes a three

Sometimes a four

It depends on how much you can feed him without you dying

King of edging you when hes in the mood

And king of over stimulating you as a reward

Listen Zabdiel started this whole thing so go yell at him

Erick

Hes cheeky

Down to let you know hes in the mood

You probably didnt even do anything filthy

But hes riled up

And lets you know

He had to text you cause the both of you are in a loud public place

Best believe you tease him a bit

Make him all nice and hard

Erick doesnt take that very well

Pulls you aside somewhere secluded

Like a bathroom

Fucks you until hes fully satisfied

You're getting face fucked too

My little Cuban Sandwich would dominate your little ass

Make your pussy so sore

And he knows it

Cheeky lil fuck is proud about it

Probably plays with it as you cry out you cant take it anymore

But you teased me mami

Quieres que paró

Cause your pussy is screaming dont stop

Youre not walking right for a while baby girl

Joel

Joels sassy

You're blunt

He asks why you're acting weird

And you let him know

I mean same bitch

You need a nice big cock to stretch you out

And fill you up

You best believe that your text will make him blush

But also when you guys are alone

He will fuck you

Until you're both fully satisfied

Grunting little nasty things like

Not getting fucked on the regular?

What about now?

You need more baby?

Look how pretty you are baby

Your pussy looks so pretty alll stretched out for me

Dont forget about sucking him off

Baby you look so pretty with my cock in your mouth

Baby taste my cum

You look so beautiful drooling all over me

[hrh-selene-r]

Get to know me Game!!

So I saw this on @ellelaconiwrites blog and I thought why not, I’d love to get to know people. :)

rules: answer 20 questions, then tag 20 some bloggers you want to get to know better.

Name: Ok.....here’s the big secret.....are you ready? ............it’s Ashley 🤓

Nickname: it depends on the person. I have different nick names but mostly it’s Ash

Height: 5’ 3”....well it’s 3 1/2 inches 😬

Languages: Spanish, English, and a bit of French.

Nationality: Puerto Rican...so I’m an American citizen. As for my heritage....well it’s everywhere, lol, but mostly Spanish and some moor, African and Taino; Jewish too. I have to get a DNA test done!

favorite season: Spring or Fall. Not to hot and not too cold :)

Favorite Flower: Peonies, Hydrangeas, Sunflowers, Roses, Birds of Paradise, Carnations...it all the depends on the ocasion and mood

Favorite Scent: laundry detergent, lemons, or freshly baked bread? I also like sweet smells like cranberries.

Favorite Color: ALL of them

Favorite Animal: I love all animals, but I find that I have an affinity for felines.

Favorite Fictional Characters: I like complex characters or characters that give you just enough to fill in the blanks. You know Loki’s my boy in the MCU. I also love Draco Malfoy from the Wizarding world. Kylo Ren is a definite fave, and arguably my favorite character in the Star Wars universe. I adore camp as well so do with that what you will. Anime wise, I love L, Alucard, Vegeta....real anti heroes. 🤣

coffee, tea, or hot chocolate: All 3! 😬

Average hours of sleep: Around 6 on a weekday, 10 or 11 on weekends

Dog or Cat Person: I’m an animal lover and I have a dog...I’ve had several dogs actually. But I have to say I’m a cat lady. We just mesh well, cats tend to like me and I like them back. We’re chill; when we need space, we like to be alone, and when we want love, we’re lovey dovey.

Bonus: here’s a picture of my babies, cause I’m that type of mama. ☺️

number of blankets you sleep with: One or two if I’m REALLY cold. 🥶

Dream Trip: I have so many!! I want to spend a month in Japan, I wanna go to Morocco, India, England, Scotland, France, Italy, Spain. Let’s just throw a dart on the map!

Blog Established: umm....was it 2019? Or 2020? Idk. I’m horrible keeping track of time.

Tagging: @adumbdryer @kowalskibro-adamdriverblog @wayward-rose @babbushka @mariesackler I wanna get to know you guys better. and frankly anyone that wants to do it. This was in my drafts for so long🤣 SORRY!

[marbledaesthetics]

Only on Principal | afi | part i

pairing: ashton x ofc

warnings: angst, fake (semi-coerced?) relationships, pining, swearing, slow burn, sexualization (kind of?)

word count: 1.7k

a/n: i’ve actually been holding on to this piece for awhile because i didn’t know if i was going to publish in it parts or as one long fic, but decided that i should really post something, so here it is. updates will probably be irregular, because i don’t have the next part finished or edited, but i promise that updates will come!  also, getting this moodboard was a bitch because i kept screwing up the file type

part ii

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“Why are we doing this again?” Ashton was slouched in his chair, a hand tugging on the back of his hair. He didn’t even try to hide the annoyance in his voice anymore, the management had set the arrangement in stone, and he wasn’t happy about it.

"We gave you a chance to throw the paps something fresh, something to bring in new people, and you refused.” The man’s voice was tight, trying to remain patient with Ashton’s brash attitude. “This is the compromise.” 

Ashton scoffed harshly at the word, rolling his eyes as he sat up properly in his chair. “Compromise? Pretending to be in love with a person I’ve never met? That’s the compromise?”

“Like, I said you had options. You don’t need to assume that you are going to absolutely despise her, she’s not that bad.” This man, taking over for the other, was speaking casually, returning Ashton’s annoyance with ease. 

“‘Not that bad?’ You’ve paired me with ‘not that bad?’”

The man groaned, turning so he was directly facing Ashton. “Personally, I’m not a fan of her, but believe it or not, we chose someone whose company you would actually tolerate while doing the press stuff. I think you are going to really enjoy spending time with her, so please, be nice, the last thing we need is you scaring her away.” He gripped the edge of the table harshly and spoke with a tone of finality that almost made Ashton want to back down.

The two men held each other's gaze for a moment before Ashton sighed, kicking the table leg childishly. “I’ll play nice, but I’m not gonna promise that I’ll like her.”

“Great, because she’s waiting in the lobby for you to stop throwing yourself this pity party, so we can explain everything to the two of you.”

“Of course she is,” he mumbled to himself, straightening up to the table and running a heavy hand over his face.

He had thought up what the girl they would want him with would be like, already thinking up things he would hate about her. She would probably be short and platinum blonde, so perky that even he couldn’t handle it before 11 am. An innocent type, he thought, someone who embodies the management in a naggy, girlfriend-shaped package.

When the door opened, Ashton’s first thought was don’t judge a book by its cover. She looked like almost everything that he assumed she wouldn’t be, but he was still sure that nothing about this endeavor would be enjoyable. 

She was taller than he had imagined— he probably didn’t have more than two or three inches on her, and her dark locks were swept back to expose a small tattoo just behind her ear. She grabbed an open chair near Ashton, not too close, but close enough that the management could address them at the same time easily.

Ashton tore his gaze from her, looking back to the team, refusing to give them the satisfaction of showing interest in the girl they had chosen. 

They held each other’s gazes expectantly before the girl to his left cleared her throat softly and said, “Well, I’m Hylla. So, hello?” She wasn’t entirely sure how to respond to the situation, but was sure that long, tense silences weren’t going to help anyone.

Ashton looked back at her, taking in the uncertainty in her features. Her demeanor makes him want to drop his guard, but he remains strong, keeping every ounce of his attraction out of his voice. “I’m Ashton, but I’m sure you already knew that.” 

Hylla resisted the urge to flinch at his harsh tone and merely rolled her eyes, shifting back to face the team before them. “Are we gonna go over everything now?”

“Yes, so here are the contracts,” said the man sitting across from them, passing them the thick packets. “I know you’ve both already signed them but I want to remind you of a few things. So first is the time frame: this contract covers eight months, but we may extend depending on how everyone reacts to this. During that time, you absolutely cannot have any sexual or romantic relationships with other people. The last thing we’ll need is the media getting their hands on a cheating scandal.”

“I thought feeding the vultures was the point.” 

The man looked as though he wanted to strangle the smirk Ashton wore off his face, but managed to remain calm enough to continue. “Ashton, if you dare, you will be in some deep shit. This is for the good of your career, not some scheme for us to ruin your life.” He clipped his words, taking a deep breath before continuing. “Anyway, similarly to what I said before, no one outside of this group can know about this. If anyone accuses you about this being for PR, you ignore it. If you get too defensive, it will set people off.”

Hylla, who—much to Ashton’s annoyance—was actually paying attention, nodded along, thumbing through the contract as she took in the information. He couldn’t help but think that she looked kinda cute when she was concentrating. He didn’t even bother to look away when she noticed his gaze, continuing to study her even as she looked back to the man speaking.

“You two will make your first public appearance next week, after you guys know each other a little better. After that we’ll make sure you two will be in the public eye a few times a month, depending on how much exposure each outing gives us. You’re going to need to make sure the paps see you, but don’t make it obvious that you want their attention.”

The meeting drags on longer than Ashton bothers to pay attention for, and he is mildly surprised when it ends, the management team getting up and telling them to hang around the studio, get to know each other before they go public.

Once they’ve gone, Ashton makes a move to leave as well, but is cut off by Hylla.

“Where are you going?” The question doesn’t sound accusatory, but it bothers Ashton nonetheless.

“The writing room. I’m not doing this in here.” His words are curt, making him feel almost bad for the girl as he brushes past her, heading through the winding hallways of the studio.

Hylla matches his brisk pace, muttering softly in an annoyed tone until he stops, holding the door for her in such a manner that it seemed almost sarcastic. 

She entered the room, standing near the door until Ashton sat, not wanting to worsen his already sour mood. He chooses a spot on the far end of a couch, leaning back and twirling a pen he had snatched off the table in front of them between his fingers.

Hylla plops down on the opposite end of his couch, tucking one leg beneath her and propping her elbow on the armrest. Ashton’s eyes follow her, taking the time to take even more of her in. Her hair is a deep chestnut, dyed deep red at the tips, and stick straight. Now that she’s taken off the leather jacket she had been wearing, he could see her ear was just one of several tattoos that adorned her skin, and she wore a worn pair of Docs with faded yellow laces. She radiated confidence, never flinching as she waited for Ashton to finish checking her out.

“Enjoying the scenery?” Her grin was cocky, teasing him as though they had been friends for years. 

“Something needs to make this arrangement bearable.” Despite his sullen mood, he returned her grin, joking with her. “So who are you? If I need to be madly in love with you in a week, I’m gonna need to know something about you.”

“What do you want to know?” She smiles easily, raking her hand back in her hair just far enough to prop her head on her hand. “There’s a lot about me.”

“Start with the basic things, how old are you, what’s your full name, your favorite color.”

“Well, my name is Hylla Rae Narvaez. I’m 24, and probably red.”

“Hylla Rae Narvaez. A name like that’s gotta have a story behind it.” His grin is teasing, curious as to how she’d react.

“It does sound a bit pretentious, doesn’t it? Queen-like is how most people describe it,” she replies, chuckling along with him. “My dad wanted a Puerto Rican name, and my mom wanted a Greek one, so this was the compromise. What else do you want to know?”

“What do you do for a living? Other than date celebrities, of course.” The jab is teasing, but Hylla stiffens for a moment anyway.

“I’m a tattoo artist, and I do commissioned art on the side.” She speaks a little softer than before, pulling the leg that had been on the ground to her chest.

“Should’ve guessed, with all the ink. You seem like the artsy type.” His words are kind, reaching out to squeeze her knee gently. “I’m sorry I was so pissy before. I just hate that they’re forcing me into this whole thing, you know? It’s nothing personal.”

“Ahh, so you only hate me in theory?” She teases, readopting her carefree demeanor.

Ashton giggles, his eyes bright. “Something like that. It’s the principal of the thing.”

They continued to make small talk, and the easiness of the conversation was surprising to Ashton, as though they were old friends just catching up. He was shocked when he checked the time to find that they had been there for hours, just chatting. Deciding they should both go home, they bid their farewells, Ashton allowing Hylla to leave first to avoid being seen before they were supposed to.

He spent the ride home lost in thought, terrified of how easily this girl he was supposed to hate was breaking down his walls, crawling into the cracks and making herself at home.

After he was home, he meditated to sort out his thoughts, and eventually resigning with a reminder to himself to take things slowly, allowing the whole thing to work itself out. He was in this for the long haul, whether he wanted to be or not, so he couldn’t let himself fuck it up from the start.

~~~

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[straight-outta-hobbiton]

A Few Notes About American Legal Documents (Specifically For Proving Citizenship/Legal Residency and Traveling)

I work with a lot of legal documents associated with citizenship and legal residency. With the rise of legal residents and citizens unlucky enough to actually look like their ethnicity, I thought it might help to give a basic rundown of legal documents that could help in a sticky situation. It’s mostly simple stuff, but there might be something of value to your personal situation or the situation of someone you know, so, y’know.

VALID BIRTH CERTIFICATES:

Your birth certificate needs a raised seal on it, with as little damage as possible. I see a lot of folded/fucked up BCs from people in less than ideal living situations, and I understand that there are times when the only thing you can do to protect yourself is keep your shit with you all the time (abusive/controlling parents, foster care, intermittent homelessness, etc), but if the print is illegible, the seal torn or damaged, or the BC is in pieces, YOU NEED TO GET A NEW ONE. Most state ID places won’t accept it if there’s too much damage— it fucks with the security features, and most government worker grunts aren’t going to chance their jobs on faith in your puppy dog eyes.

If you need a new BC and you don’t have a way to get to the county clerk’s office (you need to go to the county you were born in, which is a hassle for some people)— vitalchek.com is a website where you can securely order your documents and have them delivered to whatever address you feel is best. It takes a little while sometimes, though, so it isn’t a perfect solution to more immediate issues.

If possible, see if you can get yourself a wallet-sized BC. I typically see older folk carrying them, but I’m pretty sure some states still offer the option. I highly recommend this for anyone who might be targeted by the current administration— again, it doesn’t solve every problem, but for right now, all American-born Latine and other non-whites can only benefit from having as much paperwork as they can. At the very least, it might slow some officers down.

IF YOU HAVE A PUERTO RICAN BIRTH CERTIFICATE, MAKE SURE IT’S THE MOST RECENTLY UPDATED VERSION. Plain PR birth certificates have been stolen from legal agencies on multiple occasions in the past to be used in the forgery of false documents for other Latin immigrants of a less-than savory nature, and it happened again in the wake of Hurricane Maria. The only BC most government agencies accept at this point have English translations next to the Spanish, and they won’t take anything older/untranslated.

PASSPORTS/PASSPORT CARDS/GLOBAL ENTRY CARDS/NEXUS CARDS:

Google the nearest place you can go to get your passport. I went to a post office and they took my picture, but not every place offers the option— you might have to go to Walgreens or some equivalent first to get your picture taken and bring it with you to the office. 

They’ll need your birth certificate when you go get your passport. They will take it from you and ship it out to whatever undisclosed location it needs to go to in order for them to print your paperwork. You’ll get it when your passport is sent to you.

It costs around $145 dollars including service fees to get your American passport, which is an unfortunate reality.

Passports take up to eight weeks to get to your house, so it isn’t a solution to immediate problems. That being said, GET IT DONE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Passport cards exist, and they’re pocket-sized. If you’re eligible to get one (meaning you were born here or were naturalized), DO IT. GET A PASSPORT CARD AND KEEP IT WITH YOU. It’s just as good as a regular passport and far easier to keep with you if the worst happens and you need to get out. They’re also a cheaper than the average passport at a total of $65 (including service fees).

Passports/passport cards work as federal ID as well as international. In some states, children under a certain age might be unable to get state identification (in my state you have to be at least fourteen). If you have American-born/naturalized children that could be targeted and they’re under a certain age, get them their passports, get them their cards. Our government has proven they have no issue with snatching kids, but it’s a little harder to justify when the kid has legal US identification.

Global Entry Cards are accepted at every land and sea port in the US. They’re available to US citizens, legal US residents, and Mexican nationals, as well as citizens of Argentina, Colombia, Germany, India, Panama, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, and the UK. This I would recommend for people who already have passports/other legal documentation within the realms of the above listed countries but are uncomfortable with the idea of carrying a passport with them. It costs about $100.

Global Entry fingerprints you, no exceptions.

Global Entry does not help you enter countries not listed above.

Nexus Cards are the Canadian equivalent of Global Entry. It allows passage between Canada and America at any land crossing as well as airports. If you have one of these already and they’ve already fingerprinted you, you can get a GEC with minimal hassle, with the added bonus of being able to cross the Canadian border freely.

Nexus Cards require interviews, and once you’ve been approved they take your fingerprints and a retinal scan. Considering we’re living in the beginnings of a Big Brother dystopia, this might make some people uncomfortable, but again, it’s a cheap option for people who might not want to carry passports. Plus, it has the added benefit of being attached to Canada, and the potential disaster of arresting a possible legal Canadian resident might be enough to stall some of the more reasonable officers. It costs about $50.

LEGAL RESIDENTS AND VISA CARRIERS, GENERAL THINGS:

If you’ve gotten your Permanent Resident card you need to make sure you get a new social security card, one without the ‘NOT VALID FOR EMPLOYMENT’ or ‘VALID FOR WORK ONLY WITH DHS AUTHORIZATION’ on the front. These cards aren’t valid to use alongside your new green card, and they can get you into trouble if the person checking your paperwork is in the wrong sort of mood.

MAKE SURE ALL YOUR PAPERWORK MATCHES. I realize that American paperwork sometimes can’t handle non-white naming traditions and that makes it difficult for you to keep your shit together. Ideally, though, whatever it says on your immigration papers should be exactly what’s printed on all your other documents— your credit cards, mail, whatever. If your naturalization paperwork lists both your mother and father’s names, you need to either make sure you have that shit on everything and if it isn’t, you’ve got a decision to make. Far be it from me to tell you what to do, but they will use any excuse to detain a ‘suspicious’ person, and dropping your second middle name on your driver’s license so it doesn’t match your visa is exactly the sort of thing they’ll pick at. My grandparents had to make this decision a few years ago— for convenience’s sake, they changed everything to match the anglicized forms of their names. I realize for a lot of people it isn’t an ideal solution, but for now, we’ve got to work with what we’ve got.

If you’re here as a Dependent Spouse (H-4) I don’t have to tell you that you’ll need your partner with you to do a lot of legal stuff. That being said, when you need to get stuff handled, please make sure your spouse has ALL of their paperwork proving they’re here legally. Even if the focus is on you, if their shit’s not in order, you won’t be able to get anything done. It is an inconvenient facet of the nature of your visa, but you’ve got to work with it until you can change your status to something less limited.

If you’re here on a Student Visa, the SAVE won’t update your status until your classes start. Keep that in mind when handling paperwork reliant on your status as a legal immigrant.

If your Permanent Resident Card has no expiration date on it, if it’s a laminated paper card, or if it’s just plain damaged— REPLACE IT. They don’t accept the old cards now thanks to a huge boom in forgeries, so particularly if you have an older relative who hasn’t been naturalized, you need to make sure that shit is up to date.

MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES:

(Marriage certificates are less important in the grand scheme of legal residency, but any little bit helps, and if you’re an immigrant married to a citizen, it’s another little piece that proves you just might have a legitimate reason or two to be here.)

Nobody is going to take the pretty version of the MC. The one you get from your place of worship is NOT the official certificate. It needs to be from the probate//surrogate’s/orphan’s court, not just signed in accordance with the official document.

It MUST have a seal on it. Not every state does the raised seal, so you have to double-check with your local, but it will have something that makes it a recognizable, official document.

If you got married in a country that doesn’t have English as the official language, you NEED a translation. In my state, you have to go to an official state translator and get— you guessed it— an official seal.

When you get married, that receipt slip they give you is not the official certificate. The official certificate is supposed to be mailed to you (the first one’s usually complimentary) after about a month. If you didn’t get it or you lost it, GO AND GET A NEW ONE. Little things like that can make or break you in the eyes of a government official.

If you have older relatives who are immigrants, CHECK TO MAKE SURE THEIR PAPERWORK IS UP TO DATE. I know it’s common for older folk to let their IDs expire because they’re in in a care facility or simply unable to leave their homes. I know that shit gets lost in the shuffle of life and most of the time those documents just sit in a box and do nothing, but this shit is important. Make sure they have their stuff and make sure their documents are all up to federal standard— relatively undamaged, legible, and with the right seals.

I know this isn’t stuff we want to talk about, but it’s important. If you are a person of one of the groups targeted by this administration, you cannot make mistakes. You have to make sure there is no reason besides gross incompetence on the part of the ICE officers for them to detain you— as we all know, they will take advantage of any excuse they can find to fuck you and the people you love over.

Don’t let them.