#Taylor’s Favorite Seasons Gif Challenge

[lecsainz]

winning hearts

pairings: charles leclerc x driver!reader

warnings: mentions of rumors, charles driving for alfa romeo and then signing a contract with ferrari , an unforgettable podium celebration and secret relationship.

authors note: i loved writing this so much! my initial idea was to write something inspired one taylor's song, but i ended up doing something completely different. anyway, this is probably my favorite story.

word count: 1.7k

Charles Leclerc had just begun his career in formula 1, driving for Alfa Romeo. He had always dreamed of racing for Ferrari, but he knew he had to work hard and prove himself on the track first. That's when he met Y/N, a new driver who had just joined in the grid.

Y/N was determined to make a name for herself in the world of racing. She had a natural talent behind the wheel, and Charles was immediately drawn to her. As they got to know each other, they realized they had a lot in common - their love for the sport, their drive to succeed, and their dream of racing for a top team in formula 1.

One day, Charles and Y/N were talking in the paddock before a race, when Charles couldn't help but express his desire to drive for Ferrari. "I know I still have a lot to prove, but racing for Ferrari has always been my dream. I want to be the one to bring them back to the top." he said.

Y/N nodded in understanding. "I know how you feel. It's my dream too. But we have to focus on the present and do our best now. The future will come in due time." she said.

Charles smiled, feeling grateful for her support. "You're right. I need to focus on Alfa Romeo and trust that my hard work will pay off in the end."

As the season went on, Charles and Y/N continued to impress on the track. Their rivalry became friendly competition and they pushed each other to be better drivers. They also grew closer off the track, spending time together during their downtime.

One day, after a particularly grueling race, Charles and Y/N found themselves alone in the paddock. The adrenaline was still pumping through their veins as they talked about the race. And then, in a moment of courage, Charles leaned in and kissed Y/N.

They both pulled away, looking at each other with surprise and uncertainty. "I'm sorry, I shouldn't have done that." Charles said, feeling embarrassed.

But Y/N placed a hand on his arm. "It's okay. I felt it too." she said, smiling.

Charles felt a rush of relief and excitement at her words. He had never felt a connection like this before, and he couldn't deny the attraction he felt towards her. "Really?" he asked, unable to hide the hope in his voice.

Y/N nodded. "Yeah. But we should probably keep it between us for now." she said, looking at him seriously.

Charles knew she was right. They were both young and starting out in the competitive world of music and fashion. They couldn't afford any distractions or controversies that could affect their chances of making it big in their respective industries. "You're right. We need to keep this between us for now." he said, understanding the importance of privacy.

Y/N smiled, relieved that he felt the same way. "Exactly. We don't want any unnecessary drama or attention." she said, nodding in agreement.

They spent the rest of the night talking and getting to know each other better. Charles found that he was drawn to Y/N's intelligence, wit, and determination. She had a passion for racing that matched his own, and he admired her drive to succeed in a male-dominated sport.

Over the next few weeks, they continued to work hard on their careers while also finding time to spend together. They continued to keep their relationship private, they found comfort in the small moments they shared together - stolen kisses in the garage, secret dates in exotic locations, and late-night phone calls just to hear each other's voices. Charles felt like he had found his soulmate in Y/N, and he couldn't imagine his life without her.

But their relationship was not without its challenges. As they gained more attention in the racing world, they faced scrutiny from the media and their teams. Rumors began to circulate about their relationship, and some people even questioned whether they could handle the pressures of racing while also being in a romantic relationship.

Charles and Y/N tried to ignore the rumors and focus on their work, but it wasn't easy. They both felt the pressure of trying to prove themselves as drivers while also trying to maintain a healthy relationship. With the constant traveling and racing schedules, they often struggled to find time for each other. And as their careers continued to skyrocket, the pressure to maintain their privacy only grew stronger. It was a balancing act that required patience, communication, and trust.

Despite these challenges, Charles and Y/N continued to support each other and chase their dreams. And in the end, their hard work paid off. Charles was offered a contract with Ferrari, and Y/N was signed to a top team as well.

As they stood on the podium, holding their trophies and basking in the glory of their success, Charles leaned over and whispered in Y/N's ear, "I couldn't have done this without you."

Y/N smiled, feeling her heart swell with love for the man standing beside her. "And I couldn't have done it without you." she replied, knowing that their love had helped them both achieve their dreams.

As they walked off the podium, arm in arm, the cameras flashed and the media buzzed with rumors about the nature of their relationship. Speculation had been building for months about whether Charles and Y/N were more than just teammates, and their display of affection on the podium only fueled the fire.

The next day, headlines across the sports world read "Are Charles Leclerc and Y/N Y/L/N more than just friends?" and "Romance on the track: Leclerc and Y/L/N's relationship heats up." Fans and commentators alike weighed in, with some speculating that their relationship could hurt their performance on the track, while others cheered them on, hoping to see their love blossom even further.

Charles and Y/N tried to brush off the rumors, focusing instead on their upcoming races and training sessions. But as they spent more and more time together, both on and off the track, it became harder to keep their feelings hidden from the public eye.

The media frenzy that followed was intense, but Charles and Y/N stood strong, supporting each other through every step of the way. And as they continued to win races and make history on the track, their love only grew stronger, proving that nothing could stand in the way of their passion for each other and their shared love of racing.

The anticipation was palpable as the engines came to life, ready to face the winding curves and high-speed straights of the race track. The fans packed the stands, waving flags and cheering for their favorite drivers. Among them were Charles Leclerc and Y/N, two rising stars in the world of motorsport.

As they made their way to their cars, their eyes met and they exchanged a small smile. They both knew the stakes were high, and that this race could make or break their season. But they were determined to give it their all, pushing themselves and their machines to the limit.

With a final wave to the crowd, they donned their helmets and revved their engines, ready to take on the challenge ahead. The starting lights blinked to life, and the race was on.

As the checkered flag waved and the roar of the crowd filled the air, commentators couldn't help but marvel at the incredible performance of Charles Leclerc and Y/N, who had once again shown their skill and dedication on the track.

"Leclerc and Y/N are an unstoppable duo!" one commentator exclaimed. "They work so well together, it's like they can read each other's minds out there on the track."

"And just look at their teamwork in action," another commentator chimed in as they watched a replay of a particularly impressive pass. "It's clear that they have a special connection both on and off the track."

As they stood on the podium, champagne spraying and crowds cheering, Charles couldn't contain his emotions any longer. Grabbing Y/N by the waist, he lifted her up and kissed her passionately, the cameras capturing the moment for all the world to see.

"Wow, what a moment!" a commentator exclaimed. "Charles Leclerc and Y/N Y/L/N, not just a winning team, but a winning couple!"

"And what a way to celebrate a victory," another added. "I don't think anyone will forget this podium celebration anytime soon."

Amidst the excitement and the noise, Charles and Y/N shared a quiet moment, gazing into each other's eyes and knowing that they were meant to be together, both on and off the track.

Y/N spoke to the journalists first, her heart still racing from the surprise kiss on the podium. "I'm thrilled with the result today." she said, trying to keep her composure. "Charles and I make a great team, and I'm so proud of what we've achieved together."

The journalists couldn't help but ask about the kiss, and Y/N couldn't help but blush. "Well, I guess you could say that was a spontaneous celebration of our win." she said, trying to play it cool.

Charles joined them shortly after, still grinning from ear to ear. "I couldn't resist kissing the most beautiful and talented driver on the grid." he said, earning a round of laughter from the journalists.

"You're incorrigible." Y/N teased, playfully pushing him.

"I know, but you love it." Charles said, wrapping an arm around her shoulders.

As they walked away from the press, Y/N couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement and happiness. She and Charles had decided to take their relationship public, and the response had been overwhelmingly positive. They were both fiercely committed to their careers, but they also knew that they wanted to be together, no matter what the future held.

Charles leaned in for another kiss, and Y/N melted into his arms. And as they continued to win races and make history on the track, their love only grew stronger, proving that nothing could stand in the way of their passion for each other and their shared love of racing.

[ofmdrecaps]

07/07/2024 Daily OFMD Recap

TLDR; Rhys Darby; Taika Waititi; Samson Kayo; Leslie Jones; Vico Ortiz: OFMD S2 BTS, DateMyAbeulitaFirst; Rachel House + Cats; Gypsy Taylor; Uproar In Canada; #YouBearFineThingsWell; Articles; Fan Spotlight: Cast Cards; Big Gay Energy Podcast; Our Flag Means Fanfiction Podcast; NeverLeftPodcast Preview; Love Notes; Daily Darby/Today's Taika;

== Rhys Darby ==

New episode of The Cryptid Factor is available on Spotify!

Source: The Cryptid Factor Podcast

== Taika Waititi ==

Taika attended the Corti a Corte 2024 Film Festival in Italy this past weekend!

Source: manifesto_cieco Instagram

In addition to these lovely photos of Taika-- he posted another cut of the Belvedere Vodka video he Directed and Starred in with Future. Idk about you, but I love hearing Taika's voice again in these posts, you can tell he's feeling more himself and comfortable talking on socials again!

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== Samson Kayo ==

Samson posted a preview of the new F1 movie he'll be starring in that comes out in July 2025! Check the trailer out below!

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A post shared by Samson Kayo (@samsonkayo)

Source: Samson Kayo's Instagram

== Leslie Jones ==

Leslie out again at the LA Sparks game! She's also been out guest starring on Howie Mandel's show! The content was a bit raunchy so I will link to it instead of posting it here, but if you're interested, there's plenty of content!

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A post shared by Leslie Jones (@lesdogggg)

Source: Leslie Jones Instagram

== Vico Ortiz ==

= OFMD S2 BTS =

Vico has uploaded more OFMD S2 BTS on their Patreon!

Source: Vico Ortiz' Patreon

= Date My Abuelita First! =

New episode of Date My Abuelita First with Vico! Check it out here!

Source: DateMyAbuelitaFirst's Instagram

== Rachel House ==

Alright, so Rachel has uploaded many cat videos to her Instagram Stories from a cat competition! They're adorable and she did a lot of commentary on each cat, so I figured I'd share one and then a couple picture of the rest. Yes, more cat content, I will never get tired of it!

Source: Rachel House's Instagram

== Gypsy Taylor ==

Our genius costume designer from S2, Gypsy Taylor put together this pretty amazing outfit for the McCrispy campaign!

Source: HayleyEganDesign's Instagram

== Uproar in Canada! ==

One of our fantastic crew-mates @uncertain-delights was kind enough to bring up on the last recap that Uproar is also available on Hoopla in Canada and you can watch it free with your library card! Check out HooplaDigital here!

Source: @uncertain-delights

== #YouBearFineThingsWell ==

Only a few days away from the start of Rhys' new show: The Hungry Games: Alaska's Big Bear Challenge! Our crewmates over at @adoptourcrew will be celebrating this upcoming week! You can check them out on twitter!

Source: AdoptOurCrew Twitter

== Articles ==

Our friends over at @adoptourcrew shared several articles that mentioned OFMD!

Source: Adopt Our Crew Twitter

In addition to the articles that mentioned OFMD @adoptourcrew also brought up the following article regarding queer storytelling.

Source: Adopt Our Crew Twitter

== Fan Spotlight ==

= Cast Cards =

More Emmy Submissions tonight for @melvisik's Cast Cards! John Enroth, one of our OFMD composers, with Mark Mothersbaugh and Albert Fox 'for Outstanding Music Composition in a Series for Mermen'

Source: @melvisik's Twitter

= Big Gay Energy Podcast =

Big Gay Energy Pod is back covering OFMD Season 2, Episodes 7 & 8!

Source: Big Gay Energy Podcast Instagram

= Our Flag Means Fanfiction =

The Silly Voices Episode of Our Flag Means Fanfiction drops tomorrow! Check them out on your preferred Podcast Platform via their Linktr.ee!

Source: Our Flag Means Fanfiction Instagram

= Preview: Jul 16 Never Left Podcast =

Never Left Podcast has an exciting upcoming interview with our Father Teach - Damien Gerard! It'll be released on July 16th! You can follow Never Left Pod on Instagram or check out their linktree for the best place to listen once it's released!

Source: Never Left Podcast's Twitter

== Love Notes ==

Hey there lovelies! Here we are, at the end of the weekend again. Hopefully you got some good rest, or had some good clowning, or generally just had some time to yourself.

I have a bit of an odd question for you tonight, and that is --

Have you thought about Little You lately? About the little person you were years ago when you were younger? Little You could be a kid, or a teenager, or really anyone you were before today. Do you know how much Little You loves you? Do you know how proud they are of you for getting this far? Even if you're not in the place you want to be, that younger you is so grateful you're still here, and you're still trying. Little You loves you more than anyone else on this planet-- even if you didn't love yourself when you were them. They are still rooting for you every single day. Little You can see how far you've come, and Little You forgives you for all the things you hold against yourself. Remember to give your Little You a hug sometime, they're always here for you if you need them. Sometimes Little You's need the you you are now to help them heal the places they were in at the time--sometimes you're not ready for that, and that's totally okay too. One day you will be, and Little You will still be there, still loving you, and still rooting for you, and you can give them love right back when you're ready. You are wonderful, and unique, and beautiful, and brilliant and always have been lovelies---when you were Little You, and how you are today.

Even if your brain tells you otherwise sometimes-- You are so very loved, and you always have that Little You in your court if you need them. Feel free to exchange hugs with them whenever you need it, they're always there. I'm thinking of you lovelies, take care of yourselves and get some rest -- tomorrow is a new day.

== Daily Darby / Today's Taika ==

No real theme tonight, unless you want to consider it the Sunday Sillies. Gifs courtesy of two of the kindest, warmest, funniest, darling folks on the planet @agaywithcoffee and @ofmd-ann <3

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Marabelle

Chapter 3 - Falling

Book: Choices - The Royal Romance, an AU series 

Series Premise: An American teenager from New York City is introduced to the world of a small European country and its society of royalty, nobles, and commoners. How will her life story be transformed? Will this new adventure bring her happiness...or regret? 

Catch Up: Marabelle Masterlist 

Main Pairing: Liam Rys v F!OC (Sophia) 

Other Pairing: Maxwell Beaumont x M!OC Daniel 

All characters belong to Pixelberry, except Sophia Taylor, Bethany Beaumont, Melanie Smithson, Tyler Gregson. 

Rating: M*🔞Warnings: this series will have NSFW material, crude language. Not Beta’d: Please excuse all errors. 

Category: Alternate Universe/on-going series/angst/fluff 

Words: 2149, Read 10 minutes 

- 3 – Falling

Chapter summary: Marabelle is settled in her new home at the Beaumont stables. Sophie starts to prepare for the start of the social season that begins with the Beaumont Bash. 

Music Inspiration: The Climb - Lucy Thomas (Sophie’s FC) 

Falling - LeBlanc And Carr

A/N1: This is my submission for Choices March Challenge @choicesmonthlychallenge @lovealexhunt Prompts, Sunrise, Talking to Animals & art commission/moodboard     #choicesmarchchallenge 

A/N2: This is my submission for @choicesflashfics Week #25, Prompt #3 - "I haven't laughed like this in a long time."

A/N3: Bethany Beaumont, Maxwell’s mother, is originally from the US; is Barthelemy Beaumont’s 2nd wife. Annabelle Beaumont (deceased) was Bertrand’s mother. 

A/N4: Melanie Smithson is a love interest for Drake. Tyler Ericsson is Prince Liam’s personal assistant. 

A/N5: Social season in this AU series refers to a traditional period in the spring/summer for royalty and members of the court to take part in balls, dinner parties and charity events. 

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Beaumont Estate

“Good morning, Auntie Bethany.” Sophie sing-songed as she entered the huge country kitchen of the Beaumont estate. 

“Morning, sweetheart, you are up early this morning.” 

Sophie nodded, kissing her aunt’s cheek. “Breakfast smells so good! What are we having today?” 

Maxwell smiled, already seated at the table, “my favorite...blueberry pancakes with maple syrup and bacon.” 

"mmmm...sounds good!" After pouring herself a cup of coffee, Sophie took a seat at the table across from her cousin as the waitstaff began to set down breakfast plates of food. 

“So, Sophie, tell me what happened yesterday? Maxwell mentioned that you found a horse.”  

“Yes, I did!” Sophie was beaming. “Oh Auntie, she is beautiful! Her name is Marabelle, and she is a retired Derby winner. She is black with white socks and has a star on her forehead.” 

“That’s so exciting, my dear! Maxwell tells me that she will be arriving this morning with the other horses that Bertrand bought yesterday.” 

“Drake and Melanie should be arriving very soon. I think I will get changed now to get ready to go help.” Maxwell finished his coffee and stood up. 

“Are you coming out to see the horses, Mom? "

“Oh, definitely, but I’ll let the horses be settled first, though. I don’t want to get in the way.” 

“Sophie, I will see you outside.” Maxwell grabbed one more piece of bacon and winked at his cousin. “I know Sophie won’t wait!” 

Sophie giggled at his comment. “Try and stop me, Max.” 

Bethany paused and looked at her niece, noticing the look of happiness and sparkle in her eyes.  

Unbeknownst to Sophie, Maxwell had already mentioned to his mother that it was Prince Liam who had arranged for Sophie to ride Marabelle for the first time.

“What’s that look for?” Sophie asked her aunt, noticing her grin.

“I am delighted that the boys found the horse for you so quickly. And, I hear that a certain ‘gentleman’ also had a hand in the find?” 

Sophie blushed furiously, “Yes, well, actually...” 

She hesitated, then blurted out, “It was Prince Liam.” 

Bethany looked pleased and patted her niece’s hand, “Well, that’s certainly a nice surprise. Prince Liam must think very highly of your riding skills to suggest a prize winning champion for you.” 

"I was thinking of thanking him with a small gift. I could present it to him the night of the Bash."

"That's a lovely idea, my dear."

"Auntie Bethany, for the Beaumont Bash this weekend, I am not sure what I should wear. Talking to Bertrand, he says to wear a formal ballgown. When I asked Max, he said to wear a party dress. 

What do you suggest?" 

"First of all, you will look lovely in anything you choose. Second, if I had to choose between the two dresses, I would choose the party dress. It looks more modern than the traditional ball gown." 

"Max invited the princes, shouldn't I dress more formal?"

Bethany chuckled, "No dear, I am pretty certain that the princes would prefer a more casual evening. I tell you what. Tomorrow, I am taking you up to the Capital to find your dress. We can pick up a gift for Liam as well."

‘...I may not know it 

    But these are the moments, that 

    I’m gonna remember most, yeah 

    Just gotta keep going...’ 

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It was an hour past sunrise, as Drake maneuvered the long horse trailer into the driveway and then through the side gate of the Beaumont Estate grounds. Stopping alongside the horse stables, he texted Maxwell to come out and unlock the doors for the new arrivals. 

Unhitching the trailer door, Melanie stepped up into the long horse trailer and entered the main compartment. Upon seeing Melanie, many of the horses started to whinny. 

“It’s all right, this is your new home,” she spoke soothingly as she walked down the row of horses. Melanie loved talking to animals, especially the horses; she understood that they were social creatures and could display a wide range of emotions. They were definitely anxious, at the moment. 

“Good morning, Mel,” Maxwell, wearing casual jeans, jacket and boots, called into the trailer as Drake followed in after him. 

“Beaumont, there you are; I just messaged you.” Drake tapped his shoulder and began to also prepare the horses for their transfer to the stables. 

“Morning, Max,” Melanie called back, the horses nickering softly. 

“My two stable hands are ready for them.” Maxwell stated and started to help Drake. 

“Perfect Max, thank you.” 

The stable hands entered the trailer and began untying the horses from the railings. They led each horse inside the stable and settled them into their individual stalls. 

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The Tavern Beer Garden, Capital 

Later into the evening, Bastien had positioned two royal guardsmen discreetly inside the beer garden, well before Leo and Liam were set to arrive. 

Drake and Rashad, already sitting at a table, watched as a black SUV rolled to a stop at the entrance of the beer garden. As Leo and Liam stepped out of the vehicle, Bastien approached them, “Your Highnesses, please follow me.” 

Leo didn’t waste any time in ordering a double scotch as soon as he sat down at the table. Liam greeted Rashad with a handshake, while Drake slid a cold beer over to Liam’s seat. 

“Why so wound up, Rys?” Drake looked over and questioned Leo with a smirk.   

Can you say M..M..Maddy?” 

Leo scowled back, clearly annoyed at his comment, answered, “Don’t go there, Walker.” 

The less time Leo had to think about Madeleine the better. Since she is betrothed to Leo, and rumors were circulating that King Constantine was planning to relinquish the throne sooner than expected, Madeleine had become unbearably obnoxious. She felt that she was more than ready to assume the role of Queen now and made a point of reminding anyone and everyone in the Kingdom that would listen to her.

Liam shook his head, knowing that his brother was agitated, and rightly so. His father’s announcement to his sons last week that he was gravely ill was a shock. News of his potential early abdication explosive. The tension of having to face an arranged marriage for Leo, palpable. 

“So, Liam, will you be attending the Beaumont Bash this weekend?” Rashad asked, trying to change the direction of where this conversation was going. 

Leo glanced at his friend, silently thanking him for correctly reading the room. 

“Yes, let’s see what Bertrand and Max have planned for this year,” Liam confirmed. 

Both Princes Leo and Liam were expected to attend, since King Constantine and Queen Regina were stepping back from some royal duties, letting the princes represent the monarchy.

 “I am assuming that you will be attending this year? I know that your father has asked Regina for assistance in finding you a marriage match.” Liam questioned grinning. 

Sighing, Rashad nodded yes. His parents were adament that he take a partner this season. “I hear that there are several new faces joining the social season this year. Anyone interesting?”  

Smiling knowingly, Drake joined the conversation, “one of the young ladies caught Liam’s attention yesterday. Isn’t that right Li?” 

Liam’s smile was huge, as he remembered his day with Sophie on the trail at the polo club and horse ranch, when she asked...

'I bet you’re used to putting everyone else first.'

'And why would you say that?'

From the short time that they had talked earlier, she already had an accurate insight of him. She asked about his thoughts and feelings, showing a genuine interest. They were having a heartfelt and sincere conversation. She had just met him! 

Gathering his thoughts into words, he began... 

“I have never in my life met anyone like her. We connected on so many different levels.  She is incredibly sweet, interesting funny, and had a great sense of humor. I could talk to her for hours. ‘I haven’t laughed like this in a long time.’” 

Rashad chuckled, “well, that answered my question.” 

Liam nodded, looking delighted, continued. “Sophie was more concerned about why the horse she was riding was startled that morning at the ranch, than about herself; she was fearless. 

...and when she found out about me being a prince, it didn’t change anything for her. 

‘No one’s ever seen me as just...me. No one’s ever listened to me the way she did.’ 

She brings a new, fresh and exciting perspective to everything.

…and her eyes, I could stare into those beautiful blue eyes forever! She is absolutely gorgeous, inside and out.” 

As Leo listened and watched his brother speak, he remained silent. He mentally erased his current thoughts and ordered another drink.

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Beaumont Stables 

Drake and Melanie had already left to drive the trailer back to the horse ranch.

Maxwell was speaking to the stable hands when Sophie entered the stable to see Marabelle. 

"Hi guys, good morning," Sophie greeted.

"There she is, ready to ride Marabelle?" Maxwell smiled.

"Yes, yes," Sophie exclaimed, excitedly.

The stablehands led Sophie into the stall where Marabelle was standing.

"Hey girl! Come here," Sophie cooed as she stroked Marabelle's neck.

Marabelle nickered happily in return, nuzzling her cheek.

"Come on then, let's get you saddled up. We're riding today."

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Sophie rode Marabelle down to the winding stream, that was adjacent to the vineyard of the estate.

Memories flooded back of her time with Liam.

'We walked together hoping forever, please don't let go of my hand,

cause I'm falling, woah, I'm falling in love with you'

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Lillie H. Tyler Season One Bio

Full Name: Deliah Holmes “Lillie” Tyler

Age: Eighteen (Six months younger than Rose; was born at six months old.)

Stolen Quote: Bill Potts: “Are you secretly a badass?”

Nardole: “Nothing secret about it, baby doll”

Real Quote: “Yeah, I’ve been faking a smile to hide my pain my entire life and it’s gotten me nearly eighteen years without anyone noticing, I’ve come realize that maybe no one will ever see through my mask.”

Birthday: October 31, 1987

Human Appearance: Curly dark brown hair, blue eyes, five foot three.

Relations: Rose Tyler (Older sister), Jacklyn "Jackie" Tyler (Mother), Pete Tyler (Father; Deceased, hit by a car on November 7, 1987)

Personality: Loyal to a fault; Kind; Compassionate; Fierce; Protective; Intelligent; Scary when angry; Geeky; Witty; Sarcastic; Goofy; Tomboy; Just; Selfless; Shy, Kind, Hufflepuff, Brave, Curious, Soft, Insecure, Secret Badass, Observant, Strong, Fighter, Trusting, Loving, Violent, Impulsive, Scatterbrained, Pessimistic, Eccedentiast (Hides her pain with smiles), Paradoxical (Little Bit), Perceptive

Hogwarts House: Hufflepuff

Hogwarts Hybrid: Gryfflepuff (Hufflepuff/Gryffindor)

Fatal Flaws: Excessive Personal Loyalty — (Think of Percy Jackson) She will risk her life and the world for her friends.

Feeling of Inferiority — (Think of Leo Valdez) She will always feel like she is the least important and feels that she is worth sparing

Low Self-Confidence/Low Self-Esteem — She doesn’t trust herself to make the right decisions, she thinks of herself as useless and invaluable

Fears: Claustrophobia — Fear of small, enclosed spaces — Leaks through the suppression cloak

Likes: Freedom, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Reading, Helping, The Color Purple, Halloween, Kindness, Mischief, Doing the right thing

Dislikes: Being Bored, Feeling Trapped, Most People, Wearing Dresses, Looking Girly, Being Called Girly, The Color Pink, Valentine's Day, Conformity

Favorite Singers/Bands: Queen, the Police, the Velvet Underground, Linkin Park, Imagine Dragons, Dolly Parton, Taylor Swift

Skills/Abilities: Acting, Mild Sherlock Scan (Look on tvtropes.org), Intellect, Weapon Proficiency Instincts, Fighting Instincts, Martial Arts Instincts, Hacking

Possible Disorder(s): ADHD (Her alien counterpart had ADHD which leaked into her human counterpart), Directional Dyslexia (Also leaks through)

Sexuality: Heteroflexible Demisexual

Wardrobe: Flannel; Plaid; Leather Jackets; Beanies; Graphic tees; High tops; Boots; Trench Coats Accessories: 3D Glow-In-The-Dark Galaxy Ball Pendant (Origin of unknown)

Friends: Rose Tyler (Older Sister/Best Friend), Mickey Smith, Sarah Jane Smith (Acquaintance), The Fourth Doctor (Acquaintance), Lars South-Woods (Ex)

Enemies: Weeping Angels, Bullies

Etymology: Deliah – The Delilah is a type of dahlia; The Delilah symbolizes beauty, commitment, and kindness. Another meaning is finding inner strength; the Victorians used the flower to signify a lasting bond and commitment between two people. They can symbolize elegance, inner strength, change, creativity, and dignity. They can also symbolize positivity, resilience, wildness, and happiness. Generally, dahlias symbolize new beginnings, fresh starts, enduring kindness, and even grave in challenging times.

Lillie – Variation of the nickname “Lily” – These flowers represent purity, innocence, rebirth, and resurrection just to name a few. Lilies may represent mourning and to some they symbolize death because represent the moment when the soul departs the body.

Holmes — Surname of literature’s most famous detective (and possibly one of literature’s earliest cases of a character with ADHD).

Face Claim: Young Lillie - Malina Weissman

Young Adult - Katherine Langford (Hannah Baker/Morgan Stark/Nimue/Leah Burke/Meg Thrombey)

[orion-lake]

I hope everyone had a good February. I decided that for 2023 I would start highlighting my favourite posts for each month of the year. All posts that are marked with a (**) are nsft. But I promise, it’s not p0rn.

Scott McCall Teen Wolf by @tracystewart

oh, you gotta be kidding me right? @phoebehalliwell

*Charming Colours* @rainy-day-witch

Colin Bridgerton & Penelope Featherington by @inksuvich

charmed challenge 🔮✨ favorite leo wyatt moment by @the-powerofthree

Enid Sinclair by @wednesdaynextflix (deactivated)

MERLIN MEME [1/1] SEASON ▸ season 4 by @ughmerlin

chicago (2002) // cell block tango by @musicalfilm

PATRICIA ARQUETTE | Taste So Good by @singinprincess

PARIS by Taylor Swift ⭐ by @sadbeautifulttragic

CHARACTER EMOJI ASSOCIATION ↳ @laylakeating sent — 🔪💀🩸 by @sashafierce

MORGANA PENDRAGON in Merlin | 3.05 “The Crystal Cave” by @mazykeen

@userphotoshop event 9 | characters of color » Kathani Sharma  by @anthonybrxdgerton

Here endeth the lesson. I  just wonder if you’ll like it as much as she did. by @payidaresque

the girls of wednesday as powerpuff girls [insp.] by @tylrgalpins

@lgbtqcreators bingo → character profile ENID SINCLAIR by @nick-nelson-my-beloved

[treacherous-crooked-love]

The iconic Cruel Summer: a lyrical dissection!!

by the iconic Taylor Swift

Obviously, one of my favorite songs, one of her best, truly. I've always wanted to do an analysis on this poetic song so here we go!!

Note:

This is not intended to be a speculation on Taylor's personal life or feelings!! Just my interpretations of this amazing song!

In this song, she sings about an intense love in the summer, meant to be kept secret and hidden from the rest of the world.

Similarly to her song "Slut!" (written earlier as it was a vault track), she describes this love as a "sickness/fever" perhaps not in a toxic way, more of the fact that it makes her feel nauseous, giddy and flustered. In "slut!", she sings "Got lovesick all over my bed"

Interestingly, another reference to "Slut!"-- "Bad bad boy, shiny toy with a price you know that I bought it" is a lyrical parallel to "I'll pay the price, you won't." She refers to him as a "Shiny toy" something attractive and appealing, but comes at the cost of her emotions.

Perhaps the price she paid was the deep feelings that developed?

"Killing me slow, out the window" gives me that Romeo and Juliet scenario where Romeo calls for Juliet outside her window. Her initial anxiety about this relationship is encapsulated in "I'm always waiting for you to be waiting below". She is unsure if he is there to catch her if she falls, but she's blindly hoping he's there regardless.

Their situation is described as hopeless in the line "Devils roll the dice, angels roll their eyes" --Challenges (depicted as "devils") come their way in the relationship, while miracles (depicted as "angels") don't come easily.

"What doesn't kill me makes me want you more"-- a reference to the line "What doesn't kill me makes me stronger" which is often meant as a term of resilience. As the love proves to become stronger and more intense, her hopes for this relationship become higher.

The relationship is a wholly fresh and new experience that she has, and yet she describes this feeling as "blue".

With reference to the song, "Gorgeous" - "You make me so happy it turns back to sad." Blue can mean a multitude of things-serenity, peace, melancholy and sadness. Perhaps she means that she felt happy with him, but sad at the same time as she was unsure (at first) if it was going to last, making her feel melancholic.

"Its cool, that's what I tell 'em" shows the feigned nonchalance that she adopts when telling others about their relationship. Another reference to a previous song "Come back...Be Here" ("If I had known what I'd known now, I never would've played so nonchalant") Perhaps this is the type of defense mechanism that she has developed.

"No rules in breakable heaven" suggests at the fragile nature of this relationship (she describes is as "heaven"). As referenced in State of Grace, "Love is a ruthless game", this love has no rules, perhaps giving her a sense of loss in control.

Thus, she describes this love as a cruel summer, perhaps not just the season, but as a kind of cruel happiness and joy as summer is mostly associated with a glowy kind of happiness and freedom.

"Hang your head low" suggests that he tries to keep his identity a secret in perhaps a public space...? (as depicted by the presence of the vending machine)

He points out that "In these trying times, we're not trying" which could perhaps mean that during that period of time where she was trying to keep the relationship a secret, they weren't doing enough.

Thus, the next line "So cut the headlights" makes sense, as now they try to hide each other's presence by not using headlights at all. This is an echo of her previous song, "Style" where she sings "You come and pick me up, no headlights." All these hints towards a secretive rendezvous.

"Summer's a knife, I'm always waiting for you just to cut to the bone" shows how anxious the starting point of the relationship used to be. She was always waiting for the other shoe to drop, how her happiness in this relationship could ultimately hurt her in the end.

"and if I bleed you'll be the last to know" suggests at the defence mechanism that she has adopted. She is terrified to be vulnerable with him and get hurt in the process, as echoed in the chorus "It's cool, that's what I tell 'em."

LET'S CROSS THE BRIDGE!

The bridge paints an emotional and vulnerable scene, in contrast with the nonchalance that she portrayed earlier. Despite her distress, she still tries to maintain a cool facade "Said I'm fine, but it wasn't true." This line reminds me of "I might be okay but I'm not fine at all" in All Too Well.

"I don't wanna keep secrets just to keep you" shows how the anxiety and nervousness she faces while trying desperately to keep the relationship a secret has taken a toll on her. She wants to be able to love him openly.

"Just to seal my fate"---Seal my fate is an interesting choice of phrase. Seal my fate basically means if an event or situation happens to you, nothing can stop some unpleasant things from happening to you. Thus, I believe this phrase means that the more time she spent with him that summer, sneaking into the garden gate at night, she fell harder and harder for him uncontrollably.

The next line reaches the emotional climax of the song. "For whatever it's worth, I love you ain't that the worst thing you ever heard?" She's honest with the true depth and intensity of her feelings after claiming that "it's cool" and feels fearful of his reaction.

"He looks up grinning like the devil" perhaps shows his delight at the statement; her feelings are truly reciprocated. "Like the devil" tells us how her feelings regarding him have been tormenting her all summer.

Conclusion:

I love how this song incorporates all these metaphors and phrases that truly captures the anxiety and fluttering feelings of the fragile start of the relationship. The bridge is honestly one of her best and shows how the intensity of her emotions blow over into an honest, vulnerable confession. :)

[catdadeddie]

new year, new gifs challenge

-> day two: favorite character

- eddie diaz + "'tis the damn season" by taylor swift

[ourheroregina]

I posted 6,174 times in 2022

4 posts created (0%)

6,170 posts reblogged (100%)

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@delicatefalice

@first-kanaphan

@journal-ing

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I tagged 681 of my posts in 2022

#svu - 104 posts

#esc - 94 posts

#olivia benson - 68 posts

#the witcher - 51 posts

#ted lasso - 48 posts

#eo - 47 posts

#elliot stabler - 29 posts

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#friends - 19 posts

#ouat - 16 posts

Longest Tag: 137 characters

#i wish i could think like that but literally every day is a bigger challenge than the one before so i gotta wait until i can finally live

My Top Posts in 2022:

#4

Too 5 books you were not expecting to be as good as they were

1. Vincas Mykolaitis - Putinas "Altorių šešėly". The way this book resonated with me is insane 🤯

2. Antanas Škėma "Balta drobulė"

3. The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

4. A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman. I CANNOT RECOMMEND THIS BOOK ENOUGH!!!

5. The Book of Life by Deborah Harknes! The first two books were good, but this one was my favorite, I didn't expect the last book of the series to be that good!!

Thank you so much for asking, dear anon! ❤️

1 note - Posted November 24, 2022

#3

Can I just say you have the best URL.

Aww, thank you very much!! Back in the day I was very proud of it! 😅

2 notes - Posted September 29, 2022

#2

In case no one told you today, I’m proud of you! Don’t forget to hydrate and smile ☁️

Wow! I didn't expect this. Thank you so much! ❤️

2 notes - Posted August 11, 2022

My #1 post of 2022

Hello! I started watching Law and Order SVU this year and now that the new season is coming up, I would like to meet people in the fandom to fangirl with about all the new Chriska and EO stuff. If you'd like to be friends, like this or reblog or just message me!! 🙈 Let's taaaalk!!!

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[makesitprecious]

@tolerateit’s evermore editing challenge → day 2: favorite parallel with Taylor’s previous albums

Blank Space (2014) // ‘tis the damn season (2020)

[joaquinwhorres]

So I finally watched Top Gun: Maverick and now I’m going around and bothering(affectionate) my mutuals about their ocs.

So can I hear about Kindall? Maybe how she changes the movie, or just info dump some stuff you’ve been wanting to share about her!

I am so glad you finally watched Top Gun. Not just so you can join the fandom but because dang, it's one of the best summer flicks in a long time.

Her real name is Katelyn Thomas. (birdiefliesaway is her social handle to avoid hometown people following her. This has not worked since she's now an Influencer.) Hangman calls her Katie.

She became big after appearing on a Netflix reality TV show called The Network where wannabe influencers live together and complete challenges in order to gain a following & audience. They stay in the house based on an engagement metric & of course task perks. She placed third but was a fan favorite because of her small town charm and witty one-liners about the other contestant.

Grew up in Coolidge, Texas with Hangman. Was prom queen, homecoming queen, and well known as the pretty face who was gonna make it out.

Has a terrible relationship with her parents but is really close to her sister Emily who is 6 years younger than her.

Has a love life reminiscent to pre-Joe Alwyn Taylor Swift and the media is treating her just as kindly about it.

People who know her find it somewhat difficult to believe that so many people like her.She's not exactly warm or kind.

I'm currently working on the prequel to her & Hangman's Top Gun story where we learn more about both of them. It's called Tis the Damn Season, and yes it is based off of the Taylor Swift song.

[doc-pickles]

fanfic master post

A handy dandy guide to all of my Jolex fics. 

(EDIT: This list is definitely not comprehensive as I know I haven't put every single fic onto it. To see all of my Jolex writing, go through this tag on my page)

MULTI CHAPTER FICS

it’s nothing funny just to talk (complete)

“Well, I will call you darlin' and everything will be okay

'Cause I know that I am yours and you are mine

Doesn't matter anyway,

In the night we’ll take a walk,

It’s nothing funny just to talk”

- PUBLIC feat. Misterwives, ‘Make You Mine’

The fic that started it all! What happens when you text that random number graffitied on a bathroom stall in your favorite bar? Jo Wilson is about to find out.

part one

part two

part three

part four

epilogue

little pieces of you (ongoing)

“You've been my lover, my cornerstone,

You're the best friend that I've ever known,

This wind keeps me sailing home”

- Ben Hartley, ‘Pieces of You’

Set in the ‘it’s nothing funny just to talk’ universe, a series of one shots that take a look at Alex and Jo after they finally meet up. This list will be in chronological order not posting order to make it easier for you to read in order!!

alex & jo after the wedding

jolex after the hospital shooting

alex & jo take care of amelink’s baby

alex asks jo to move in

jo gets sick

jo tells alex she’s pregnant

jo tries to leave

alex brings jo home

alex treats paul at grey sloan

alex proposes to jo

jo is involved in a shooting

alex is hurt at work

jo gives birth to annie

alex goes back to work

I won’t hesitate (for you) (complete)

“Pull me close and I'll hold you tight

Don't be scared 'cause I'm on your side

Know there's nothing I wouldn't do for you”

- Jonas Brothers, ‘Hesitate’

Jo is happy, at least she feels like she is. When someone from her past shows up, will her and her daughter's world ever go back to normal? Or will things change for good?

chapter one

chapter two

chapter three

chapter four

chapter five

chapter six

chapter seven

chapter eight

chapter nine

chapter ten

chapter eleven

i’ll be home for christmas

Set during Hesitate (between chapter ten and eleven) Alex, Jo, and Harper go to visit Helen for Christmas. read it here!

trick or treat (and two little feet)

Set in the Hesitate universe, Jo has some exciting (if not unexpected) news to tell Alex as they get their girls ready to trick or treat. read it here!

dear alex/dear jo (complete)

“If we come back and we're broken

Unworthy and ashamed

Give us something to believe in

And you know we'll go your way.”

- Mumford and Sons, Guiding Light

When your husband sends you a letter telling you he's left you to move halfway across the country and raise kids he didn't know he has, you don't respond. Right? Because only a crazy person would write a letter in response to divorce papers and 'I'm not coming home'.

A series of letter between Jo and Alex after she responds to his infamous letter. Written by myself and @odd-birds-and-booksellers​

read the whole collection on AO3

won’t let no one break your heart (on hiatus)

“Oh, darlin', don't you ever grow up

It could stay this simple

I won't let nobody hurt you

Won't let no one break your heart

And no one will desert you

Just try to never grow up.”

- Taylor Swift, ‘Never Grow Up’

A case comes into Grey Sloan that rocks the Karevs world in more ways than one. Can Alex and Jo navigate the challenges and bad memories that come with it?

part one

part two

part three

part four

part five

part six

the one where they met in med school (in progress)

What would’ve happened if Jo and Alex had met while in med school? A super duper AU series for @thejolexgroupchat​ that I’ve been writing with @iamtrebleclefstories​ and Nat! Here’s a link to the entire series!

ONE SHOTS

in canon

the one with the midnight pizza

A cute, fluffy one shot with a lil dash of smuttiness in there set right after Jo and Alex steal the hotel room in Season 9. Written with @iamtrebleclefstories​ and @choosingmywife​ for @thejolexgroupchat​ Read it here!

maybe i don’t quite know what to say

Set in Season 13, Alex discovers Jo is pregnant as he faces a prison term. Angst with a happy ending. TW: mention of abortion read it here!

the one where jo’s in denial

Set early Season 13 in which Jo is absolutely avoiding the fact that she’s pregnant. With a little nudge from Bailey and Arizona, things begin to get a little clearer for Jo. Written with @iamtrebleclefstories​ for @thejolexgroupchat​ Read it here!

things just happened (and so did you)

A two shot rewrite of 14x08 and 14x09 exploring what would have happened between Jo and Alex if she had been pregnant when Paul showed up.

part one

part two

untitled wedding day fluff

Jo finds out she’s pregnant when her wedding dress won’t zip up. Takes place in 14x24. read it here!

grow as we go

Set early season 15 during the time that Jo is in Boston and Alex is chief. Pure fluff and happiness! Read it here!

‘you know your wife is pregnant, right?’

Set during Helen’s visit in season 15, Alex gets some big news from an unexpected source. read it here!

the one with the juice box

A fun and fluffy fic set in Season 15 that I wrote with @iamtrebleclefstories​ for @thejolexgroupchat​ using the prompt “So stick that in your juice box and suck it!” Read it here!

unmade plans

A short one shot in which Jo suffers through a miscarriage. Takes place *somewhere* in S15/16 canon. read it here!

all jokes aside

A fluffy post Halloween wedding fic. read it here!

oh baby

Jo is sick and Alex has found the reason why. Or so he thinks.... A fluffy one shot of Jo and Alex with some Amelink thrown in for good measure. Set in future, not *technically* canon but I can dream. Read it here!

the one with drunk jo

Jo and Alex attend his sister’s wedding and things get a little out of hand. Fluff and Jolex adorableness, along with a drunk!Jo makes for lots of fun. Written with @odd-birds-and-booksellers​ and @iamtrebleclefstories​ for @thejolexgroupchat​ which you can read it here!

never thought i’d see it break

A look at Jo’s life on the Halloweens after Alex’s letters. Angsty and not Jolex friendly... but good writing nonetheless. read it here!

i saw mommy kissin’ santa claus

Alex dresses up as Santa for the Peds Christmas party at Jo’s insistence. Pure fluff. read it here!

that was our place, I found it first

In which Alex and Jo both struggle with their new realities and that overwhelming sense of deja vu. Takes place post 16x16. read it here!

AU

love in bloom

AU stand-alone piece. Whenever you’re injured, flowers bloom on your soulmate in the same spot. That can only mean a world of pain for Alex and Jo. read it here!

squeeze cheese, pandemics, & you

I was bullied into writing a Jolex pandemic fic, but it ended up turning out pretty good. So uhhh here it is, it’s pretty fluffy and really hilarious so enjoy! read it here!

the phone call

A one shot of Meredith’s call to Alex in the ‘squeeze, pandemics, & you’ universe’ read it here!

the college jolex au that literally no one asked for

Wrote up this fluffy and hilarious little AU of Jo and Alex meeting in college. There’s fire alarm, frat parties, and a chemistry class. read it here!

the storm & the wind

Brooke is running and Alex happens to meet her along her journey. Their brief encounter might just change everything for her. read it here!

fix it

let me take your hand i’ll make it right (swear to love you all my life)

Fix it fic, post 16x16. Alex comes back to Seattle months after he writes Jo his final goodbye. read it here!

mosaic broken hearts

Pre 16x16. A fix it fic in which Alex comes home and Jo is reminded that sometimes we carry scars on the inside too. read it here!

we’ll go your way

Pre 16x16. In which Alex returns from Iowa to a surprising sight. read it here!

the worth while fight

Post 16x16 in which Jo shows up in Kansas to see Alex again. A celebration fic for hitting 500 followers!! read it here!

‘twas the night before christmas

A fluffy Christmas sequel to ‘the worth while fight’ featuring Jo, Alex, and their kiddos on Christmas Eve! read it here!

make my wish come true

Alex isn’t going to make it home for Christmas... Post 16x16 Christmas fluff! read it here!

right where you left me

Takes place in a season 17 AU where Jo was pregnant when Alex left.

part one

part two

break & burn & end

Post 16x16, Jo calls Alex to share some important news with him. read it here!

don’t wanna lose this with you

Post 16x16. Alex ends up in San Francisco but he’s not as alone as he thinks he is. read it here!

half a heart (without you)

Jo receives some unexpected news and the only person she can think to turn to is her ex husband. read it here!

you’re the one that I want (at the end of the day)

sequel to half a heart (without you). Jo endures the longest day ever, because nothing can ever be simple for her and Alex can it? read it here!

Smutty One Shots

oops.... everything in this section has adult content. read at your own advisement :)

don’t wanna keep you up

After a long day all Jo is craving is a hot shower and maybe a little relief from her husband. Just.... shameless smutty smut. read it here!

all i want is you

Jo is pregnant and frustrated, Alex is there to help. read it here!

i put a spell on you (because you’re mine)

AU stand-alone piece. When you and your soulmate touch for the first time, you’re overwhelmed with the urge to consummate your relationship. This makes for an interesting Halloween for Alex and Jo. read it here!

lovin’ me, touchin’ me

Set early season 13, Jo comes to get some much needed closure with Alex before his trial. read it here!

Taylor Swift x Jolex Week

My masterpost of all of my fics from TSxJolex Week 2020! Also includes the master posts for each day that include other authors work. Find it here!!

Jolex Playlist

I also created a Jolex playlist that lives right here and is always open for suggestions on new songs!

I’m also on AO3 if you want to look at my work for other fandoms, but I post here more than anything as of late!

Requests? Check out my prompt list!

[sadiesawyer]

𝟷  𝚂𝚃   𝚁𝚄𝙻𝙴     —    tag   some   muses   you   would   like   to   know   better  . 𝟸𝙽𝙳   𝚁𝚄𝙻𝙴     —    BOLD   the   statements   that   are   true   for   your   muse  .

Tagged by @ayakoito​

Tagging: @backedagainstthewall​  @notsoinnocentlittleangel​  @abbyissharp​  @walkinggatorbait​  @flawedcodedheart​  

Muse:  Sadie Sawyer

FC:  Taylor Cole

Occupation:  FBI Special Agent (Profiler/behavioral analyst)

Age:  34, though her main verse is around 30-32

Sexuality:  Straight

𝙰𝙿𝙿𝙴𝙰𝚁𝙰𝙽𝙲𝙴

i   am    5 ’ 7 “   or    taller  . i   wear   glasses  .  i   have    at    least    one    tattoo  . i   have    at   least   one    piercing  . i   have   blonde    hair  . i   have    brown   eyes  .i   have   short   hair  . my   abs   are   at    least    somewhat   defined  . i    have   or   have   had    braces  .

𝙿𝙴𝚁𝚂𝙾𝙽𝙰𝙻𝙸𝚃𝚈

i    love   meeting   new    people . people   tell   me   that   i ’ m   funny .helping   others   with   their   problems   is   a   big   priority   for   me . i   enjoy   physical   challenges  .     i   enjoy   mental   challenges  . i ’ m   playfully   rude   with   people   i   know   well  .i   started   saying   something   ironically   &   now   i   can ’ t   stop   saying   it . there   is   something   i   would   change   about   my   personality  .

𝙰𝙱𝙸𝙻𝙸𝚃𝚈

i   can   sing   well . i   can   play   an   instrument  . i   can   do   over   30   push  –  ups   without   stopping  . i ’ m   a   fast   runner  . i   can   draw   well  . i   have   a   good   memory  . i ’ m   good   at   doing   math   in   my   head . i   can   hold   my   breath   underwater   for   over   a   minute . i   have   beaten   at   least   2   people   in   arm   wrestling  . i   know   how   to   cook   at   least   3   meals   from   scratch .i   know   how   to   throw   a   proper   punch  .

𝙷𝙾𝙱𝙱𝙸𝙴𝚂

i   enjoy   playing   sports . i ’ m   on   a   sports   team   at   my   school   or   somewhere   else . i ’ m  in   an   orchestra   or   choir   at   my   school   or   somewhere   else  . i   have   learned   a   new   song   in   the   past   week  . i   work   out   at   least   once   a   week  . i ’ ve   gone   for   runs   at   least   once   a   week  . i   have   drawn   something   in   the   past   month  . i   enjoy   writing  . i   do   or   have   done   martial   arts  .

𝙴𝚇𝙿𝙴𝚁𝙸𝙴𝙽𝙲𝙴𝚂

i   have   had   my   first   kiss . i   have   had   alcohol . i   have   scored   the   winning   goal   in   a   sports   game  . i   have   watched   an   entire   season   of   a   tv   show   in   one   sitting  . i   have   been   at   an   overnight   event . i   have   been   in   a   taxi . i   have   been   in   the   hospital   or   er   in   the   past   year  . i   have   beaten   a   video   game   in   one   day  .i   have   visited   another   country  .i   have   been   to   one   of   my   favorite   band ’ s   concerts .

𝚁𝙴𝙻𝙰𝚃𝙸𝙾𝙽𝚂𝙷𝙸𝙿𝚂

i ’ m   in   a   relationship  . i   have   a   crush   on   a   celebrity  .   i   have   a   crush   on   someone   i   know . i   have   been   in   at   least   3   relationships  . i   have   never   been   in   a   relationship  .i   have   asked   someone   out   or  admitted   my   feelings   to   them . i   get   crushes   easily  . i   have   had   a   crush   on   someone   for   over   a   year . i   have   been   in   a   relationship   for   at   least   a   year  . i   have   had   feelings   for   a   friend  .

𝙼𝚈 𝙻𝙸𝙵𝙴

i   have   at   least   one   person   i   consider   a   “  best   friend  ”  . i   live   close   to   my  school  . my   parents   are   still   together  .i   have    /   had   at   least   one   sibling .i   live   in   the   united   states . there   is   snow   right   now   where   i   live  .   i   have   hung   out   with   a   friend   in   the   past   month  .i   have   a   smartphone  .i   have   at   least   15   cd ’ s .i   share   my   room   with   someone  .

𝚁𝙰𝙽𝙳𝙾𝙼 𝚂𝙷𝙸𝚃

i   have   break  –  danced  . i   know   a   person   named   jamie . i   have   had   a   teacher   with   a   last   name   that ’ s   hard   to   pronounce . i   have   dyed   my   hair  .i ’ m   listening   to   one   song   on   repeat   right   now  . i   have   punched   someone   in   the   past   week  .   i   know   someone   who   has   gone   to   jail  .i   have   broken   a   bone . i   have   eaten   a   waffle   today  . i   know   what   i   want   to   do   with   my   life . i   speak   at   least   2  languages .

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Cealey Godwin on Endurance: High Sierras

I'm not going to lie and say Cealey and Alex deserved to win their season. I felt like they snuck through the final thanks to their connections with the Purple Team and got lucky with the final mission (and Kelsey losing her contact, apparently). Sure, Green winning their season was karmic justice twicefold (Blue for betraying Gray, and Purple for carrying Green as far as they did), but the whole thing rubbed me off the wrong way.

When I was rewatching High Sierras, however, what intrigued me was how tough and determined Cealey was, which contrasted with the more abrasive parts of her personality. She had a competative spirit and basically willed the Green Team to victory in "It's A Drag", shaping up to be the badass queen we saw with Erika or what we could've had with Lilly. She had a great sense of banter and was kind to others, and was willing to switch her team before that plan got hijacked.

On the other hand, some things about her and her alliance made me want to back off. When discussing about why the four-team alliance of Purple, them, Orange, and Red went after Yellow, Cealey tried to justify it by saying Lilly and Aric were sweet but really quiet, which only added fuel to the fire that e5 was actually a popularity contest (it also didn't help she wore purple shorts before a challenge, which probably lead to that twist). Worse still was when she falsely accused Taylor of cheating in a mission, and then made fun of her for crying, and then tried to deny it when confronted about it.

While not one of my favorite contestants, Cealey's arc showed the dichotomy of a person, in how they have both their high and low moments. She just had that shift in the course of one episode! And there's always a little room to reflect and try to improve oneself.