#Texas Thunderbolt

[majortomwaits]

Living In The 70's

Movies in order: Dracula AD 1972 (1972) The Abominable Dr. Phibes (1971) Phantom Of The Paradise (1974) Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) The Wicker Man (1973) Dog Day Afternoon (1975) Eyes Of Laura Mars (1978) Opening Night (1977) Mephisto Waltz (1971) The Omen (1976) Little Murders (1971) Don's Party (1976) Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) Ganja & Hess (1973) Halloween (1978) Female Trouble (1974) Taxi Driver (1976) Play Misty For Me (1971) Cisco Pike (1972) Perfect Friday (1970) Harold And Maude (1971) Werewolf Of Washington (1973) Two Lane Blacktop (1971) Sleuth (1972) Dead Of Night (1974) Dawn Of The Dead (1978) Tommy (1975) Carrie (1976) Thunderbolt And Lightfoot (1974) Mikey And Nicky (1976) Blacula (1972) Fox And His Friends (1975) Wake In Fright (1971) O Lucky Man! (1973) Klute (1971) A Woman Under The Influence (1974) Hi Mom! (1970) The American Friend (1977) The Dunwich Horror (1970) Get Carter (1971) Husbands (1970) Electric Horseman (1979) Minnie And Moskowitz (1971) The Long Goodbye (1973) Martin (1977) Mean Streets (1973) California Split (1974) Slap Shot (1977) Jaws (1975) A New Leaf (1971) Coffy (1973) Suspiria (1977) The In-Laws (1979) Stroszek (1977) The Last Wave (1977) Performance (1970) The Brood (1979) Hooper (1978) Pink Flamingos (1972) Five Easy Pieces (1970) Sleeping Dogs (1977) What's Up, Doc? (1972) The Last Movie (1971)

[thatsrightice]

are there any excerpts from Crosby’s memoir about Gale you could post, if that’s alright? I’m really curious about him!

Thank you for the ask, I am more than happy to oblige! Just as a little note, I think both Egan and Cleven were nicknamed Bucky, but the show made one Buck and one Bucky so that people wouldn’t get them confused. Also, Crosby never really mentions Cleven without mentioning Egan which is kind of a testament to their relationship. There’s a lot of them btw so most of them will be under the cut! :)

*

"You fly tomorrow," Bucky Elton told us. He was Squadron Operations Officer. Both leaders had the same nickname. In the Group we had Bucky Egan, Bucky Elton, and Bucky Cleven. Cleven and Egan were best friends, top flyers, devil-may-care. All the 100th pilots wanted to be like them.

*

"What I can't really handle is that when Cleven and Egan were still around, the men were happier. With them gone, the heart of the 100th has stopped beating." - Harry Crosby

*

Then come the four squadron commanders, with Bucky Egan and Bucky Cleven together. They, more than any other of our leaders, had the real Air Corps raunch, their hats cocked on the backs of their heads. Egan's white fleece-lined jacket is his trademark. They both are wearing white scarves.

Egan and Cleven trade quips with their men as they walk forward. I don't normally use the word "debonair," but that's what they are. Bucky Cleven and Bucky Egan are like what their men saw in the movie I Wanted Wings. The men wanted leaders like that. Cleven's real first name is Gale, and Egan's is John, but I never heard either name used.

The two Buckys talk like Hollywood. The first time I ever saw Cleven was at the Officers' Club. For some reason he wanted to talk with me, and he said, "Taxi over here, Lootenant."

*

The Group Navigator [Omar Gonzalez] is a first lieutenant from San Antonio, Texas. Because of his skin color and his quiet diffidence, he doesn't belong up there with the boisterous, swaggering Egan and Cleven. Egan calls him "Pancho." Cleven calls him "Omar the Tent Maker."

*

When we all assembled on the airfield for parade, our lines were straggly and our men out of step. When the squadrons stood by for inspection, Colonel LeMay didn't see Cleven. When he asked where the squadron commander was, the first sergeant responded, "He took to the woods." This did not surprise LeMay who had heard from our previous commanding officers, Turner and Huglin, that Cleven and Egan were at the root of the 100th's raunchy discipline.

On the next day, Bucky even gathered up the enlisted men who worked at 350th Squadron Headquarters and told them he was going to make up for the indignity they had suffered the day before. He took them out to the flight line and loaded them up in an old stripped-down B-17E, which our group brass used for joyrides and taxi service. Since it had no guns or armaments, it was light and Cleven could fly it like a P-39 fighter plane.

Apparently Cleven had phoned some of his pilot training classmates who were now assigned to P-47's and arranged a surprise. The E was hardly off the runway when it was "attacked" by three American fighters.

For the next twenty minutes, Cleven-whose superb skill as a pilot no one questioned-wrung that old plane out as though it was a Piper Cub. He twisted and turned and plunged, all in a simulated dog fight with his three fighter pilot chums. The three Thunderbolts buzzed the 17 and came within inches of it.

The ground-duty enlisted men in the plane probably never forgot that flight, but it hardly was what the 100th needed at that time. When the fight was reported by the British Home Guard observation team, the report did the 100th no good.

*

The "Two Buckys," John Egan, commander of the 418th Squadron, and Gale Cleven, of the 350th, were the heart of the original 100th-dashing, undisciplined, superb pilots, exactly what Hollywood expected them to be. When they were shot down, even over Bremen (October 8, 1943), and Egan over Münster (October 10), the 100th was devastated-and a new era began.

*

We knew that Bucky Cleven's plane had been hit badly just before Regensburg, and we had heard that he and the pilot, Norman Scott, had differed about what to do. When we got on the ground in Africa, there seemed to be no tension between the two of them, and Scott was laughing and joking just like the rest of us.

According to the Lay report, after the hits, the pilot had pleaded with Cleven to abandon ship. When Cleven refused to ring the bell, Scott had gotten up and started to leave alone. At this point, "although the odds were heavily against him, Major Cleven's reply was as follows: 'You son of a bitch, you sit there and take it."

Lay's report continued, "These strong words were heard over interphone and had a magical effect on the rest of the crew, and they stuck to their guns."

For this, Colonel Lay recommended Bucky Cleven for the Congressional Medal of Honor. The citation was scaled down a bit, and he did get the Distinguished Service Cross.

This story electrified the base, a triumph for the group's most admired twosome. Already Cleven and Egan were the 100th Group heroes. New crews almost immediately began to talk like the two squadron commanders. In the Officers' Club or at Group Ops, young flyers circled around them, and watched the two fly missions with their hands. Enlisted men adored them. Pilots wanted to fly the way the two Buckys did. Back in the days before anyone knew what a role model was, Bucky Cleven and Bucky Egan were the role models of the 100th.

When the story appeared in The Saturday Evening Post it made Bucky Cleven a national hero.

*

From the tail: "High squadron lead gone. There it goes."

It can't be. Bucky Cleven is in that plane. He is indestructible.

No German alive could get him.

*

The British lorry drives off with our profuse thanks. Just as we climb into one of the base personnel carriers, Colonel Harding drives up in his sedan, with Bucky Egan behind him in another car.

A volley of words.

"We thought you had it!"

"We got reports that four chutes got out.”

"Did you see Bucky Cleven get it?"

We take the enlisted men to their quarters. Since we have not eaten since morning, we need food. We look at our watches: 1930 hours. The Flying Mess will be closed. We head for the Officers' Club.

As we enter, officers, ground and air alike, look up. Stunned.

"It's Blakely's crew!"

Pandemonium. Every man in the club, even the enlisted waiters, rush up and pound us on the back. At least half of them offer us their drinks.

"We thought you bought it!"

"They reported four chutes."

"Did you see Major Cleven blow up?"

*

Bucky Cleven, the impervious, the invincible, was gone. If he couldn't make it, who could? His good friend, Bucky Egan, didn't talk much that night.

*

The loss of Bucky Cleven over Bremen and Bucky Egan over Münster seemed to have cut the heart right out of the the 100th. Without them the 100th was a shadow.

*

Bucky Cleven and Bucky Egan, the two squadron leaders who went down over Bremen and Münster, were the very soul of Romanticism. They hated discipline. I told Landra that discipline was called "chicken shit." Like the two Buckys, our pilots all wanted to be dashing individualists.

*

Jack Kidd, John Bennett, and Tom Jeffrey showed us how to win a war. Bucky Cleven and Bucky Egan gave the 100th its personality. Bob Rosenthal helped us want to win the war.

[starshine-hockey-girl]

Cold As Ice - The Interview

Here my fic for the May AU event for the HRPF fandom. As usual I am late getting it done. Apparently, I am physically incapable of writing a short blurb.

This a mafia AU. @pattiemac1 and I have created this AU together over the last two/three years. We add to it then take things away constantly. She graciously allowed me to insert my characters of Lex and Teddy (from Journey to the Emerald City) into the world.

This is a little glimpse into the world of a Sidney Crosby led mafia family and Teddy/Lex became a part of it. I don't think it needs much warning other than language and some implied violence. As usual fluff abounds between my two little cupcakes.

I will put a link at the bottom for anyone interested about Teddy/Lex in their world.

Word count - 7.1K words

@hrpffandomeventblog @cellythefloshie @fallinallincurls @penstxgal1968

SUMMER 2021 - DALLAS, TEXAS

Jamie “Lex” Oleksiak yawned as drove down the expressway toward home. It had been a rough night at the club. Three guys had called off and so he was forced to work at the front door. Between the oppressive heat and steady wave of SMU sorority girls shooting their shot with him, he was more than ready to get home. He mentally pictured the refrigerator and recalled at least two bottles of cold beer that he would be drinking soon. 

His cell phone rang and he glanced at the notification on his console screen. “Of course Seggy would call at 3 AM,” he thought to himself. He answered the call at the last moment. “Hey Seggy,” he said, “What’s up?”

Tyler Seguin held his cell phone to his ear and unbuttoned his shirt. “You are a tough guy to track down, Big Rig,” the brunette laughed, “I had to call three different guys to get your number. It’s like you dropped off the face of the planet.You still in Dallas?” 

“Yeah, still in here in Big D,” he muttered, feeling stung by the word still. It was not his plan to still be in Dallas. No, he had planned to return to Toronto with this tail tucked between his legs years ago. But life got in the way and his career began in security. He had almost saved enough to make the move back with a little dignity when he was struck by a thunderbolt. A thunderbolt named Theodora “Teddy” Baxter. 

Ironically, they met the last time that he had been forced to work the front door at the club. The moment she looked up with those bright blue eyes and megawatt smile as she handed over her ID, he was hooked. For reasons still unknown to him, she had agreed later that night to go on date with him. They had been inseparable ever since and any plans to move back to Toronto went out the window. His heart was firmly planted in Dallas. Well, anywhere she was. 

“What’s keeping you there?” Seggy questioned, “I thought you would have moved onto greener pastures by now. I know I did.” 

“It’s complicated,” Lex answered vaguely.

Seggy got quiet for  a moment and debated whether to push the issue. Big Rig was not known to be an open book and he needed him to have an open mind. “I got ya. Life’s like that sometimes,” he commented casually, “Listen, you still doing security work? That’s the word on the street.”

“Depends on who is asking,” Lex answered coolly. Other than his parents, he had not admitted to any of his Toronto friends that his professional hockey career had been a bust. 

“It’s me asking - it’s me,” Seggy answered. He had picked up on the tone in Big Rig’s voice. They shared in a desire to not let word of their career failure reach Canada. They had that much in common. 

“And why are you asking?” Lex asked warily. 

“Because I have a lead on a job and I think that you would be a good fit.” he said bluntly. Tyler tried to mask the desperation in his voice. 

The last guy that was brought into the crew turned out to be an utter disaster. Claude Giroux had been recommended to the crew by Flower and didn’t take long to discover that he wasn’t going to last long. His gruff demeanor ruffled the sensitive egos of the rag tag crew. The last straw was when he openly defied The Boss. It was so bad that HE delivered the permanent pink slip to the back of Giroux’s head himself. 

“Tell me more,” Lex asked. 

Tyler explained that the job would be head of security for the CEO for Maritime Industries. When Lex didn't respond immediately, Tyler read from his phone. “Planning and implementing comprehensive security strategies, controlling the security operations budget, monitoring expenses,” he rattled on.

“Seggy, are you reading that off your phone?” Lex interrupted.

“Ummmm, no” Seggy stammered.

“Don't bullshit me. What's the job?” Lex asked.

“It’s a crew in Pittsburgh- mainly strip clubs and a few night clubs,” Seggy sighed, “and a few extracurricular activities.” Tyler tried to downplay the extent of the organization until he got a sense of how comfortable Lex would be with the ethically gray area. 

“Seggy…..we are not 21 any more,” Lex asserted, “I’m too old to go back to that petty ass shit.” 

“Big Rig, would you believe me if I told you that Sid is planning on going legit?” Tyler pleaded, “We really need a guy like you.” 

“Sid?” Lex questioned, “Like Sid Crosby? That guy runs all of Pennsylvania and half of NYC. Holy shit - Seggy how did you end up on that crew.”

“Long story, but let’s just say that my hockey skills finally paid off,” Tyler smiled, “Seriously, he is going legit soon. The pay is good and there are bennys.” 

“How good is the pay?” Lex quizzed.

“Let’s just say that my family isn’t questioning my “hockey” career anymore,” he replied. 

“Shit - that good?” Lex muttered as he pulled into the parking lot of his apartment building. He looked up and saw the light on his living room. Teddy was waiting for him. Teddy who had never gotten so much as a parking ticket, much less arrested. “No,” he thought to himself, “I can’t bring her into that life.” He sighed, “Sorry, Seggy. I can’t.”

“Why?” Tyler whined. Sid wasn’t too happy that he was having to handle the day to day security operations and you know what they say, that shit ran down hill to Tyler. He needed to get someone to replace Giroux. He needed that someone right now. 

“Sorry, Segs - I gotta girl now. I don’t want to mess it up,” Lex said softly. 

“You’re turning down this dream job over a girl? Are you crazy?” Tyler scoffed.

“Yeah, I am crazy,” Lex sighed, “I just can’t risk losing her.” 

“I gotta meet this girl,” Tyler pushed before he decided that a softer touch was required, “I get it. Not really, but I get it. Why don’t you take a night and think about it. I can hold off Sid for that long.”

“I doubt I will change my mind, Seggy,” Lex countered, “She is the real deal.”

Lex hung up the phone and walked up to his apartment. He set his things down as he walked past the cramped kitchen. It was really just a glorified studio, but Teddy had done her best to make it homey. She had even started a new series on her YouTube channel - DIY Dollar Tree home decor. 

As if by unknown force, Teddy began to rouse when she felt Lex’s presence in the room. She had fallen asleep with her laptop open while editing videos. “Lex?” she yawned as she stirred, “Is it that time?” 

He walked over to her and moved her laptop to the table before scooping her into his lap. “Yeah,” he kissed her cheek as she curled her body into his chest. “How was work?” he questioned. 

Since the “Great Escape”, Teddy had taken two jobs to replace the income from her father’s real estate firm. Even with that, the duo struggled to make ends meet.  She had grown up with every luxury known to man and gave it all up two months ago to be with him after her father had issued the ultimatum. She had to pick between her family and her love. She made the choice in an instant and never looked back. Now she was waitressing at the best steakhouse in town at night and nannying for Stars goalie Ben Bishop during the day. She operated on fumes but never once complained. 

“Work was good. I had a private party so the tip was great, even the company was horrible,” she smiled. Lex furrowed his brow while she continued  “Paige came in and was well, you know, Paige,” she sighed, “Thank God for automatic gratuity. She might have stiffed me otherwise.” Lex studied her face and could see her desperately trying to keep the facade up but he could see the pain behind her eyes. Paige had been her childhood best friend but had turned her back on Teddy when she chose him after her family’s ultimatum. 

“Foz,” he said gently as he caressed her face. She smiled at the nickname he had given on their first date. It had started out as “Fozzy Wozzy Bear had red hair”, but had shortened over time to just Foz.

She shook her head to protest and shake the negative thoughts that were beginning to swirl in her brain. “No, Lex - it’s fine,” she lied, “She’s not important and I am glad that I could see her true colors finally.” She had seen the true colors of most of her childhood friends as one by one they dropped her. “It’s funny,” she thought to herself, “None of them had anything to say as they ignored the obvious signs that Chaz was beating me. But let me fall in love with a good, decent man who works hard and all of a sudden they are all concerned about my well-being.” The bitterness rose up inside of her. 

Her mind raced for a distraction. “I have a surprise for you!’ she jumped up and his eyes followed her. She came back with a to-go bag from the restaurant. He pulled out the box and opened it. Inside was a huge tomahawk steak with all the trimmings. He looked up to see her beaming smile, “They said it was overcooked because they wanted it super rare, but it’s cooked just like you like it, so I snagged it.” 

She moved to the side of him as he ate off of his lap. They enjoyed the moment in quiet contentment as Lex’s mind raced. “How long?” he asked himself, “How long can I ask her to make these sacrifices? How long before she runs back to the easy life. The life I can’t give her.”

His thoughts were interrupted with her voice, “Spill it, Jamieson.” She only used his full name when she was completely serious. 

“An old friend called with a job offer,” he started. Her face lit up immediately. “But it’s in Pittsburgh,” he interjected, expecting her face to drop. It did not. “And it’s not necessarily completely above board.” Again, he expected her expression to change, but it was bright and hopeful. “I told them no,” he said finally. “Why?” she questioned.

“I can’t leave you,” he answered. 

“Then take me,” she replied as if it was the obvious answer. 

“You would go? You would go to Pittsburgh? But Dallas is your home,” he said in disbelief.

“My home is with you, Love,” she kissed his cheek.

“And it doesn't bother you that there may be some shady shit?” he prodded.

“There is shady shit going on everywhere, even the corporate world. There is a reason my father has a security detail. You don’t become a billionaire without doing some shady shit and making a few enemies along the way. What's the difference? The real question is would you take the job if I weren’t a factor?”

“I would at least go have the conversation,” he answered,

“Then go have the conversation,” she kissed his cheek.

Lex picked up the phone and dialed Seguin. He only spoke three words when Tyler answered, “Set it up.” Then he hung and focused on Teddy, “Tell me about Paige. What did she do this time? Do I need to go pay her a visit”  He tickled her sides and nipped at her neck. “I can be your enforcer, Foz. Just say the word.” 

TWO DAYS LATER 

“Foz” Lex asked as she adjusted his tie on the private plane Crosby had sent for them, “Where did you find this suit? I am not buying the Goodwill story.” The odds have her randomly finding a tailored suit that fit his almost six eight frame was slim to none.

“I acquired it. That's all you need to know,” she grinned. 

Lex opened the suit jacket and saw the label with the words “Custom made for RTB”. He looked up at her in surprise. “Is this your dad's suit? Did you steal a suit from your dad?” Their height was about the only thing he had in common with the stubborn, prideful man. 

“Steal is such a harsh word,” she answered as she brushed imaginary lint off of his chest. He looked at her with one eyebrow raised,”it's an old suit. It was languishing in the back of his closet. I am pretty sure he wore it to my confirmation. We are giving it new life.”

“You stole it, Foz,” he teased.

“Well, think of me as modern day Robin Hood,” she teased as she pulled on his tie to kiss him, “And you can be me Maid Marian.”

His eyebrows furrowed in sign of disapproval. “What? You would look good as Maid Marian,” she protested before continuing, “I simply tested the supposedly top notch security system at my parent's house. I was doing them a service actually. They should be thanking me that I only took a suit as payment. It could have been worse.”

“Put it back once we get home,” he chided. 

“Fine, but Lex, I don’t think you are going to be up for the level of shady shit working for Sid Crosby is going to require if you can’t accept one re-acquisitioned suit from my father,” she playfully pouted. 

“I am the only criminal in this relationship. You are the virtuous one with the heart of gold, got it?” he said. He cracked a smile, but the message was clear - leave the shady shit to him. 

“Got it,” as she adjusted his tie, “Now let’s go knock him dead.”

Maritime Manor - Sidney Crosby Compound - Fox Chapel, Pennsylvania

Lex stood at the large picture window for a moment. He examined what he could see of the extensive  grounds. The lawn was well manicured with each of the smaller cottages on the compound sharing a large common area. Just beyond the cottages was a wooded area that extended to what looked like a river or creek bed. He mentally checked for sight lines and frowned at the results.

He turned around and examined the large office that had been created from two small guest rooms. At the far end, a large conference table sat covered with stacks of money. From what he could quickly estimate, it was easily $20K in stacks with a pile left to be sorted. He walked closer to the table. The pile was probably another 50K left to be sorted from collected protection money from the weekend. 

Outside the office, he heard the jovial sounds of the crew chirping each other. Suddenly they got quiet. He turned to face the door. The chatter had turned seriously and he heard the sound of the front door open. He then heard the sound of Sid’s distinct Nova Scotian accent, “Who is she?”

Then he heard the accented voice of Andre Burakovsky, “She’s with the big guy. He’s waiting for you in the office.” Lex’s body tensed up and he faced the door. 

Seggy piped in, “You left him in the office? Alone?”

“That’s not good?” the Swede questioned Seggy as they walked past him. Sid’s silence sent the resounding message that it was indeed, no good. Lex heard footsteps that approached the door. He resumed his position by the picture window, but turned when Sid and Seggy walked in the room. 

Sid did a quick visual assessment as he walked in. His lips pursed when he saw the stacks of money in the open. When his eyes landed on the gun left out in the open, he shook his head, “Burky, Burky, Burky.”

After a quick one shoulder hug and pat on the back, Tyler moved to make the introductions. “Sid, this is Jamie Oleksiak aka Big Rig,” he began, “We go back a long way. Big Rig, this is Sid Crosby. He runs this crew.”

“I am sure that he knows who I am, Seggy,” Sid interjected as he shook hands with Lex, “You can leave us alone now.” Tyler’s head went back and forth as the two stood in an extended handshake. 

“Sure, Sid,” Tyler said through the tension that radiated off of the two men sizing each other up. “I’m just going to go head over to the clubs and deal with that bouncer issue.” 

Lex noted the hand strength in the shorter man as Tyler left. He also noted the slight flair in his nostrils and tense jaw. On the surface, Sid appeared calm and neutral.  He crossed in front of Lex to walk to his desk. He made a quick turn while pulling out his gun. He was met by a gun pointed between his temple as Lex quickly removed his gun from his hand. Time stood still as the two men stared each other down. The beating of each other’s heart pounded in their ears. It was then that Sid noticed the gun pointed at his head was one of his own. His eyes shifted and he saw the hidden gun safe ajar. 

Sid said neutrally, “So what’s your plan of action here, Big Rig?”

“Well, I would say my plan of action is to find out if you are as big of an idiot as your crew,” Lex said equally as cool, “Also I would say that we are in the process of sizing each other up. I think I have the upper hand literally and figuratively.” 

“I think that you have proven your point,” Sid took a step back without breaking eye contact, “You have found some vulnerabilities that need to be addressed. Care to sit down and discuss the job now like professionals?”  Lex nodded and Sid carefully walked behind his desk. 

“Hands on the desk,” Lex ordered as he kept the gun pointed at Sid. 

“Come on, Big Rig,” Sid smiled, “I said like professionals. Besides, do you think I am going to kill you with your girl sitting in the next room?” 

Lex’s eyes squinted slightly but his expression did not change. He shrugged and said, “It’s a possibility, but that’s assuming that you get me before I get you, which is not going to happen.” 

“Fair enough,” Sid conceded, “You got the job by the way if you want it. Want to hear the details?” Lex nodded his head yes. Impressed with Sid’s direct approach. “Then put the damn gun down,” Sid instructed. Lex lowered his weapon, but kept the gun in his hand. “First, tell me the other vulnerabilities you saw.”

“I don’t work for free,” Lex replied, “Tell me about the job and compensation. I will discuss it with Teddy. Then I will give you a breakdown of your slip-shod security.” 

Sid sat back and smiled, “You don’t bullshit. I like that.”

“I find that it makes life simpler,” Lex responded. 

“Alright, here is a breakdown of the job. You are head of security for all business locations as well as the compound. You have complete discretion in terms of staffing and resources that you need. My only non-negotiables are Seggy and Burky. They may need some fine tuning, but I trust them,” Sid explained, “Compensation includes salary, housing and benefits.” 

“What’s the salary?” Lex quizzed.

“Name your price,” Sid answered without hesitation. Lex balked and Sid continued, “Look, I have a good gut instinct about you. You have already proven that you will stand your ground and you are not a yes man. That’s what I need.”

“I gotta talk it over with my lady,” Lex answered slowly, “Tell me about the crew.”

Outside in the great room, Teddy’s legs bounced up and down on the gray leather sofa as she  played with the bracelet on her wrist. She moved her fingers from stone to stone. Burky watched from the side of the room and ran his fingers through his hair before bringing his thumb to his mouth. He slowly chewed his fingernail while contemplating his next move. He knew had screwed up letting the Big Bird or whatever his name was into the office. He had been distracted by the red head when she entered the room wearing a navy blue sheath dress that hugged her curves. Women had always been his weakness.

Sid would come down hard on his stupidity if he didnt come with a plan to make up for it. “What were you thinking, dumbass?” he chastised himself. Suddenly he saw a glint that caught his eye. He focused on the origin of it and smiled widely. He knew what he needed to do. 

“Excuse me” he asked brightly and exaggerated his Swedish accent slightly,  “What did you say your name was?

Teddy looked over at him warily, “Teddy.” She wasn’t in the mood to make small talk. She was a bundle of nerves as the reality of the situation sank in. This could be her future - a future outside of Texas. It was a move that would hammer the final nail in the coffin of her relationship with her parents.

“Ahhh, Teddy is a man's name, correct?” he questioned “Your parents wanted a boy and not a girl?”

“Wow,” she said as her eyebrow raised slightly, “You get right to the point…..”

“Andre,” he grinned, “They call me Burky.” He studied her body language as he decided on his approach. “You look thirsty. We can go get a drink in the kitchen.” he said sweetly.

She studied his face for a moment. He seemed friendly enough, much friendlier than she thought a part of Sid Crosby’s crew should be. It couldn’t hurt to make conversation and learn a little bit more about the job from his perspective, she told herself. 

“Do you have coffee?” she smiled back, “I would love some.” She willingly followed along as he led them  into the spacious kitchen. They made small talk as they made their coffees. They reached over each other as they put their cream and sweeteners in their mugs. He spoke of his move from Sweden to the states to pursue a hockey career. Like Lex and Seggy, his professional career had been a bust. In his case, multiple injuries stymied his playing time and eventually earned him the label of “fragile”. Teddy remained tight lipped when Burky pressed her information about Lex and his history.

It was only after they returned to the living room that Teddy felt like something was off. She dismissed the feeling as she looked at the closed door. “So Sid?” Teddy asked casually, “He's a good boss?”

Burky's head popped up, “Oh, he's great. He took me in off the street.” 

Suddenly, Teddy realized what was wrong. Her right wrist was bare. The wrist that normally held  a diamond tennis bracelet. It had been a sweet sixteen gift from her dead sister, Frankie. She looked down in the chair to see if it had slipped off there. It was nowhere to be seen. She distinctly remembered touching it earlier. She retraced her steps mentally and then kicked herself figuratively.

“So Andy?” she asked pointedly.

“Andre,” he corrected.

“Andre,” she smiled, “What do you do for Sid? I assume that you have some sort of specific role.”

Burky blinked slowly, unsure where the conversation was leading. He didn't want to bring any attention to his skill set. “Oh, I do all kinds of things.” he answered casually.

“Things like stealing bracelets from house guests?” Teddy leveled her gaze at the Swede.

“Bracelet?” he smiled, “What bracelet?”

“The one you took,” she answered calmly. 

“I didn't take a bracelet,” he replied in the same manner.

“We're going this route?” Teddy got up and walked toward him with a sense of purpose, “Give me the bracelet- no harm, no foul.”

“There is no harm, no foul because I don't have the bracelet. I don’t know what you are talking about,” he stood his ground.”

“Come on Burky, this could get really ugly or you can simply hand it back to me,” Teddy attempted to speak as sweetly as possible. When he didn’t respond, she felt the anger rise up in her. “Look, you have three seconds before I scream,” her voice rose slightly, “What do you think HE is going to do when he hears it? Do you think he is going to stop to ask you questions? If you are lucky, I will be able to explain the situation before he assumes something far worse. No, when I tell him that you took the bracelet, he will just turn you upside down and shake you down. Have you ever been shaken down by a Big Rig?  I would just give it back to me and save yourself the pain, but you do you booboo”.

In the office, Sid was mid-story when Lex held up his hand. Sid stopped talking and they listened.

“Let's be reasonable,” Burky cajoled.

She stepped closer and yelled, “Give it back.”

“or you will tell your giant, badass big bird of a boyfriend,” he scoffed, “For the last time, I didn’t take your damn….”

He was interrupted as Teddy grabbed his hand and twisted his arm behind his back. Then she pushed her foot to the back of his knee, bringing him down to his knees. “Give it back to me,” she screamed as she twisted his arm tighter. 

“Foz, everything okay out there,” Lex called  as he rose to his feet. 

“Yeah sure,” Teddy answered breezily as she pressed harder.

Burky heard the movement and assessed the situation. “It seemed like a good idea at the time,” he thought to himself as the pain began to shoot up his arm. He began to realize that his initial plan of stealing the bracelet to get back in Sid’s good graces had not been thought through to completion. One, he thought she wouldn’t notice, or at least until they left. Two, he forgot about the big guy. Three, it was a stupid ass plan altogether. 

“Alright, alright, alright,” he whined, “You have to get off of me.” She stood up slowly and adjusted her dress. Burky placed his forehead on the floor and took a deep breath in an effort to compose himself. Then he jumped up and smiled brightly. “Congratulations, Teddy,” he said with false bravado. He reached into his pocket and withdrew the five carat tennis bracelet. He placed it into his palm and presented it to her with great flourish. 

It was that moment that the door opened and duo walked into the room. 

“What’s going on?” Lex asked bruskly. 

Teddy tilted her head, “What do you mean?”

“We heard a ruckus,” Sid answered. 

Teddy and Burky exchanged a look. Teddy studied his face. His eyes implored her silently. She considered his misdeed. He tried to pull a fast one on her and failed. It was unlikely he would try it again. She tried to summon anger but he bat his puppy dog eyes at her and she smiled.

“A ruckus?” Burky repeated, “I didn’t hear a ruckus. Did you hear a ruckus, Teddy?”

“No, I didn’t hear anything, Andy,” she responded. She turned to the duo. “Can you describe the ruckus?” she added. 

Sid stifled his laughter. He wasn’t sure what exactly was happening, but he knew two things - Burky had screwed up again and Teddy was covering up for him. The Swede was the equivalent of a labrador puppy on his crew. He was simultaneously entertaining and endearing with his antics. However, he frequently left messes all over that required someone to clean it up.

 Lex pressed the issue slightly, “I am pretty sure I heard your voice, Teddy.“

Teddy smiled, “Oh that! My bracelet fell off. Andy here helped me find it. Didn’t you Andy?” 

Andre bit his tongue. He wanted to correct her but she was doing him a solid so he let it slide. “Yes, that must have been what you heard. Poor Teddy was quite flummoxed. You should really get that clasp checked. It’s very weak in my opinion.

Lex looked back and forth between the two. He was sure of one thing- something happened and Teddy would not tell him in front of Sid. Since she seemed to have the “situation” under control, he let it slide. 

“Are you almost done with your chat?” Teddy asked, desperate to end the stand-off. 

Sid smiled, “We’re just about done. Burky, take Teddy down to see the River cottage.” She tilted her head in confusion and he continued, “The job does come with either a housing allowance and/or use of one of the cottages on the compound. Why don’t you go take a look at it and see it will fit your needs?”

“Oh, that sounds like a fabulous idea,” she smiled. 

She held out her arm to signal Burky to lead the way. They were about ten yards outside the house before he spoke. “Why did you cover for me?” he asked. 

“Snitches get stitches,” she answered quickly.

“Not here,” he retorted immediately. She gave him a side eye. “Sid has very few rules, but rule number one is that there is no violence towards women or children. They're off limits.”

Teddy nodded her head in understanding, “So why did you steal my bracelet then?”

“Temporary insanity?” he laughed. When she did not return the laugh, he added, “I wanted to remind Sid that he needs me around for my special set of skills.” 

“Didn’t think that one one through, huh?” Teddy paused 

“Yeah,”  he sighed, “I am not the brains of the crew obviously..”

Teddy elbowed him, “Don’t worry Big Rig is smart enough for the both of you.” They stepped inside of the cozy three bedroom cottage. Teddy walked around from room to room and tried to keep her composure. It was a far cry from their cramped studio apartment. Mentally she started decorating it with their existing furniture. When she found the back door that led to a deck overlooking the Alleghany river, she was sold. 

Outside the cottage, Sid approached Burky with Lex. “Where’s Teddy?” Lex asked. Burky nodded his head to indicate that she was inside. They walked in and found her peacefully enjoying the view. She turned as she sensed their presence even though her eyes were closed. Sid’s eyebrows lifted in surprise. 

“Are you all done?” she asked brightly. 

Sid smiled, “I think that I may have him convinced to join the crew. I think that my only obstacle is you. Will the cottage work?” He was smart enough to know who the real decision maker would be.

Teddy glanced at her boyfriend then back to the river. She folded her arms across her chest. Then she replied with a smile, “The cottage is more than adequate.” Then she turned to Lex and asked, “Can you give Mr. Crosby and me a moment? I do have some questions for him.” 

His eyebrows shot up and he tilted his head, “Teddy, are you sure you want me to leave?”

‘Yes, it won’t take long. You should check out the shower to make sure that you fit,” she suggested. When he left, Sid and Teddy stood in silence for a moment. 

“Mr. Crosby,” she began, “Are there any of the other guys on the crew that have a wife or girlfriend?”

“No, you are the first,” he answered, “Truthfully, I thought you were going to be a dealbreaker for me when I saw you in the living room. Turns out that I was wrong.”

“How so?” she inquired. 

“You are much tougher than you appear,” he answered, “How hard did you take down Burky?”

Teddy’s mouth dropped before she smiled, “I don’t know what you are talking about.”

“Come on, you can tell me,” he encouraged, “What did he do?”

“Promise me that he won’t be punished?” she asked point blank. Sid held up his fingers in a “Scouts Honor” gesture. She nodded in understanding. 

“Apparently in a fit of desperation, he lifted my bracelet from my wrist,” she answered. Sid immediately frowned and his jaw tensed. “Hey, he is part of your crew. You can’t be surprised.” Teddy walked towards the edge of the deck before turning back to face him. “Seriously, he didn’t think it through but there was no harm and no foul,” she said as she held out her bracelet. 

“Back to my question,” he quizzed.

“I took him down hard enough to get my message through,” she stared at him defiantly, “he won’t try it again - at least not with me.” 

Sid smiled, “You way tougher than I thought you were.”

“I used to not be tough, but Lex taught me,” she said out loud, “He turned me from a sheltered rich girl into someone with street smarts.”

“I’d love to hear how that happened,” he replied. 

“Story for another time,” she sighed. She steeled herself. Then she blurted out, “Mr. Crosby, what kind of business is this? I am not naive enough to believe that this is a completely legitimate operation, but I need to know just how far across the line will this job take Jamie?” She was careful to use his proper name. 

“Wow, you've got nerves of steel to ask me that,” Sid balked. 

For a moment, Teddy doubted herself but she pushed through it, “Lex,” she stopped herself, “I mean Jamie is more than capable to do whatever this job requires. I know that he has had to make ethically gray choices in the past.” She paused and considered shutting up but her protective nature spurred her on. “But he is a man of honor. He is not mean or malicious. I don’t want him to be  in a position where he would have to compromise his principles and character.” She took a deep breath, “I don't want to lose the man I love to a world of darkness.” 

Sid studied her for a moment. If there had been any doubt left about Oleksiak, she had removed it. Anyone who could inspire such gumption and loyalty was a person he wanted on his crew. Finally Sid spoke, “I won’t ask him to do that. I will not lie. We break the law on occasion.” She gave him a side eye. “Okay, we break the law a lot, but we do have a code that we follow.”

“Will he have to hurt people?” she asked brazenly.

“Yes, but nobody gets hurt that doesn’t deserve to be hurt,” he countered. 

“And women and children are off limits?” she asked to get confirmation of Burky’s remark.

“They are off limits and anyone who breaks that rule gets hurt,” Sid answered. 

“Well, then I think you have answered my questions,” she stated. 

“Good,” he smiled, “I’ll send Big Rig in so you can make your decision.”

Once Sid and Burky had left the cottage, Lex came back out to the deck. He walked up behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist and bent down to place his chin on her shoulder. “What are you thinking, Foz?” he asked quietly. 

“I am thinking that I want to know how the interview went. Do you like him? Does he like you? What does the job entail?” she leaned her body weight back and turned her head to face him. He took her hand and led her to the chaise lounge. He removed his jacket and got comfortable. Then he pulled her on top of his massive body. 

“Well, after the guns were put away, it went well,” he started. 

“Guns? What the hell, Lex!” she shouted. 

He smiled, “We sized each other up so to speak”

“And?” she asked. 

“And there is a reason that he is Sidney Fucking Crosby and runs all of Pennsylvania and half of NYC. He’s smart, shrewd and has balls of steel,” he answered. She rested her head on his chest as he went on to explain the job. She could hear the excitement in his voice. She could also hear how he was trying to tamper it down. He knew that she would allow his excitement to cloud her judgment and she knew that he knew it. 

“So did he offer you the job?” she asked. 

“Yeah,” he tried to answer casually. 

“What’s the hold up then?” she joked. 

“The money,” he answered. He continued when she squinted in confusion, “He said that I can name my price. Foz, I have no idea on what to ask for. This job is so far out of my league. I just don’t know.” His voice trailed off. 

“Hey,” she interjected, “This is not out of your league. He basically offered you a job on the spot for a reason. Don’t doubt yourself, Jamieson.” 

“Okay boss,” he tickled her side. 

Suddenly an idea hit and she dug out her phone. She started texting Steve, the former Secret Service agent, who headed her father’s security team. 

Teddy gulped when she read the last line. 

“What?” Lex asked as his eyes filled with tears. 

She handed the phone to Lex who read over the messages. “Daddio never changed the code,” she whispered, “so I could go back if I needed to.” 

“Foz,” he whispered, “If you want to stay in Dallas, we can stay in Dallas. I’ll find a way to make more money.” 

Her eyes flashed up at him, “You know I don’t give a shit about the money. It’s never been about the money.” He closed his eyes and rubbed his face. “Listen to me Jamieson Oleksiak. I chose you. I chose you and I will choose you over and over again,” she spoke urgently. “This is a fresh start for us and we’re not going to throw it away for a possibility,” she said firmly, “They made their choice and nothing in those texts changes that.” 

“But Foz, they’re your family,” he countered.

“No, you are my family. They threw me away when they couldn’t control me” she protested, “Would you throw me away?

He recoiled in horror, “Never.

 “It’s you and me forever.” she began reciting the familiar words. 

“No matter what” he joined in reciting their motto.

“Whatever it takes,” she finished. 

“So we have a decision made?” he smiled.

“Let’s move to Pittsburgh,” she answered. 

“Foz, I didn’t even ask about the cottage,” he realized, “Do you like it?”

“It needs a little TLC, but I like it,” she assured him, “Factor in redecorating in your salary request.” 

They spent a few more minutes in silence before he nudged them up. After a few minutes to take measurements, they strolled hand in hand back to the main house. Teddy started to find a seat in the living room as Lex went to find Sid. However, he kept a firm grip on her hand. Together they knocked on the door and entered the office together. 

“So what’s the verdict?” Sid asked.

“We’re in for the right price,” Lex answered. He took a deep breath, “500K should do it.”

“Okay,” the Canadian crime boss answered without pausing, “When can you start?”

“Wait,” Teddy interjected. Sid turned to her, “And a reno budget for the cottage.”

Sid blinked and then smiled, “Welcome to the family. Let’s go celebrate.” 

The crew sat in the private dining of Ciliegia, Sid’s preferred Italian restaurant. The usually all male crew felt invigorated by the presence of a woman. There was a sly game of one-up manship as they vied for Teddy’s attention. It had not taken them long to realize that the key to getting into the new boss’s good graces was getting into HER good graces. 

After much prodding from Sid, Teddy finally spilled the beans on Burky’s failed attempt to steal her bracelet. 

“I lifted it without you noticing,” Burky protested as he blushed, “At least give me credit for that.” 

“Yes, Andy,” she teased, “You did do that. Now what you were going to do with it once you had it, I have no idea.” 

“Andre… if you are not going to call me Burky, call me Andre,” he begged. 

“Why would I do that, Andy?” Teddy answered, “I think you should be glad that this is the only punishment I am going to dole out.” Lex watched with a bemused smile as the two bantered. 

Later, Sid asked the server to send his compliments to the chef for the delicious meal. They were surprised when the fiery redhead walked into the room. She wiped her hands on her apron as she approached Sid at the head of the table.  He stared at her, suddenly unable to speak. Startled glances were exchanged among the group before Lex spoke up to pass along the praise. The chef, Lizzie, nodded her head as she listened but her eyes were transfixed on the brunette Canadian. When she stumbled out of the room as she kept her gaze in his direction, Teddy and Lex shared a look.

As they walked out to go their separate ways, Sid nudged Lex, “I am pretty sure I just met my future wife.”

Lex stopped suddenly, “Don’t you think that you should know her name first?”

“I know her name,” Sid corrected, “It’s Mrs. Crosby.”

Lex laughed out loud, “Those redheads, I’ll tell you.” He glanced over at Teddy who was busy exchanging phone numbers, instagrams and snapchats with Seggy and Burky. “They’ll snatch your soul out of your body in an instant and never give it back,” he said with a smile. She turned to him and flashed a smile that melted his heart.

Lex pulled Teddy in a tight hug. “I lied earlier today, Foz” he whispered as he kissed the top of her head. 

“You did?” she looked up into his eyes, “about what?”

“I said that I am the only criminal in this relationship,” he smiled as he spoke, “That’s not true.”

“I’m a criminal now?” she playfully pouted, “Fine - I’ll get the suit cleaned and returned to Daddio’s closet. No harm, no foul.”

“I’m not talking about that, Foz,” he kissed her forehead. 

“Then how am I a criminal?” she poked his rock hard abs. 

“You stole my heart, just like a seasoned professional,” he bent down to kiss her gently, “Much better than the Swede.”

“Oh,” she returned his kiss, “In my defense, you stole mine first.” 

“Well, I am not giving it back,” he lifted her up to kiss her more deeply.

“Me either,” she wrapped her arms around his neck, “I am yours forever. No takeback and no exchanges.”

“I wouldn’t think of it,” he grinned as he carried her out to their waiting car, “I wouldn’t think of it.”

Chapter One-Trouble with a capital T-https://starshine-hockey-girl.tumblr.com/post/653360134099288064/trouble-with-a-capital-t-magical-mystery

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End Of An Era: A-10C Thunderbolt II Demo Team Announces Final Airshow Season

The A-10 Demo Team has just announced their farewell tour 2024.

David Cenciotti

A-10 Demo Team Farewell Tour 2024

The U.S. Air Force A-10C Thunderbolt II demonstration team is the unit in charge of highlighting the A-10C’s capabilities during airshows across the United States and to recruit, retain and inspire the next generation of Airmen. The team will perform its duty for one last season this year: in fact, as announced on social media, 2024 is going to mark the final airshow season for the Warthog demo.

The farewell tour does not come unexpected though: last month, the 355th Wing at Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona, where the Demo team is based, begun divesting its fleet of A-10 aircraft after nearly 50 years.

The first model of the aircraft to arrive at Davis-Monthan was an A-10A on March 2, 1976. This model was assigned to the 355th Tactical Fighter Wing that arrived here in 1971 and replaced the Vought A-7D Corsair flown by the 355th TFW. The 355th TFW was later reclassified as the 355th Tactical Fighter Training Wing, prompting the 354th, 357th, and 358th Fighter squadrons to train U.S. Air Force Pilots on the A-10A aircraft.

A-10 Demo Team

The heritage paint scheme of the A-10C Demo Team, introduced for 2023 season.

The U.S. Air Force has plans to divest the entire fleet of A-10 aircraft within the next 3-5 years, when the iconic jet will be replaced by the F-35.

“The A-10 has been the symbol of Davis-Monthan Air Force Base for many years, and it will continue to be a symbol for the Airmen of DM, a symbol of their commitment, excellence and service,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Scott Mills, 355th Wing commander and A-10 pilot in a public statement. “For now, we’re divesting a single squadron during the summer-fall timeframe of 2024.”

Coinciding with the divestment, Davis-Monthan plans to expand its Rescue Footprint, which may lead to additional utility of the HC-130 aircraft and the HH-60W helicopter. Airframes expected to arrive from the Air Force Special Operations Command include the MC-130 and OA-1K.

A-10 Demo pilot

Capt Lindsay “MAD” Johnson, Demo Team Commander, poses in front of her aircraft.

“From an Ops personnel standpoint, this divestment arguably allows a more expeditious stand-up of the F-35, even as that program continues to struggle with a variety of delays,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Razvan Radoescu, 355th Operations Group commander.

The aircraft 82-648 was the first to be retired from service at Davis-Monthan on Feb. 6, 2024, and transited from the 354th Fighter Squadron to the 309th Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group for final maintenance procedures and display preparation for the Davis-Monthan where hundreds of retired Aircraft are stored.

“There will always be a job for maintainers; it may not be on the A-10, but the Air Force needs maintainers to sustain airpower,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Clarence McRae, 355th Maintenance Group commander, “Perhaps the biggest draw of future maintainers will be in the F-35 community. Airplanes are still going to break, and we are still going to fix them.”

One of the memes that you could find online during the early days of the Ukrainian invasion by Russia.

Anyway, there’s still time to attend an airshow and watch the A-10 Demo Team, commanded by Capt Johnson, an Instructor Pilot and Flight Commander assigned to the 357th Fighter Squadron, Davis-Monthan AFB, Arizona and previously served also in Texas and Korea, at her second season as the commander of the team.

Here’s the schedule.

About David Cenciotti

David Cenciotti is a journalist based in Rome, Italy. He is the Founder and Editor of “The Aviationist”, one of the world’s most famous and read military aviation blogs. Since 1996, he has written for major worldwide magazines, including Air Forces Monthly, Combat Aircraft, and many others, covering aviation, defense, war, industry, intelligence, crime and cyberwar. He has reported from the U.S., Europe, Australia and Syria, and flown several combat planes with different air forces. He is a former 2nd Lt. of the Italian Air Force, a private pilot and a graduate in Computer Engineering. He has written five books and contributed to many more ones.

@Aviationist via X

[kyglow]

okay so update:

I will unfortunately not be using discord to write at all. i'll only be using tumblr as the only source of rp. i am sorry to share this news on such sudden notice and i apologise.

I will be removing ( retiring ) my marvel thunderbolts muses but it won't be permanent they may return if i ever have muse for them. i'll only be carrying one muse over and adding them to my horror muse list which is ju-won ' enigma ' muse who is a south korean god of mischief ( for @crypticrps )

I will be adding more horror muses since it's the season. i want to bring back my texas chainsaw muse and maybe the hills have eyes muses. i may add more than one ghostface muse and invisible man muse

I will be also adding/bringing back a medieval fantasy muse list. it'll be a separate category from my main muses and horror muses.

I will also be dropping a few threads which haven't been answered in the last week same with starters i've exclusively written for others which haven't had any replies in a week those will be dropped. I will be also letting people know if threads have been dropped only because i currently have enough mutuals to write and plot with.

I also wanted to thank my mutuals and those who have been plotting with me and writing with my muses and basically being really kind and understanding. you've been keeping this blog alive since my return and i genuinely really appreciate that.

[matttheallertor125]

Introducing this big foamer idk.

(Or maybe avgeek idk)

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HEY YOU! YES YOU!

You came to the right place buddy

Hey this is MattTheAllertor125 but i like to be called GFB12 so uh hello introducing me, what i basically do here is just take pictures but also draw!

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What im into: Trains, CD Sirens, Airplanes, Fighter airplanes, Helicopters, Anime, Omori, Pressure, Art, Film/Photography, Yapping, Memes, animations, Gaming, Basketball, Streamers, Music,

Fav choo choo trains idk: Ge dash8/9, Ge ac4400cw, Ge ac6000cw, Ge gevo, Emd sd40-2, Emd sd45, Emd sd60, Emd sd70, Emd sd90mac Ge genesis, Emd f40ph.

Fav Sirens: Aca Allertor 125, Cyclone, Banshee, Screamer, Penetrators, Aca Alertronic (4000, 8000, 6000R), Asc Tempest-128/135ac/dc, E-class. Federal signal Thunderbolt, 2t22, Eows series (612 and 1212 to be exact), Modulator/B, Sd-10.

Fav Airplanes: Airbus a330/a330neo, Airbus a340, Airbus a350, Airbus a380, Boeing 747, Boeing 767, Boeing 777, Boeing 787 dreamliner, Airbus A320/A320neo family, Boeing 757.

Fav airlines: Delta, Us airways, Air France, Emirates, Japan airlines, Thomas Cook, Air Canada, Etihad, Singapore airlines, Lufthansa, Ita airways, Cathay Pacific, Qantas, United airlines, Air Transat, KLM, Garuda Indonesia.

Fav Omori character: Mari.

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Info about me!

The name is matt (im not showing my entire name just call me matt, thats all!)

Joined tumblr: 6/4/2024

B-day: 4/26

Age: 14

He/him

Based in Texas, Usa

Fav color: red

Disorders: Autism (yeah just autism, i dont have others such as adhd, bipolar or whatever else idk, so you might wanna be patient cuz i sometimes may not understand things!)

Sexuality: None.

Fav music genre: Rock/metal, rap.

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Rules!

Big yes to them!

Drawings

Pictures

Ships

Requests

Scars (including cuts, wounds, bleeding)

Edits!

Chubby/fat (Has to be appropriate)

Memes!

Cuddles

Oc

Aesthetics

Bonuses idk

Real people

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No bueno!

Nsfw

No promoting your stuff here! (Something thats explicit or erotic or 18+ related stuff or self-promoting)

Pro ships

Fetishes

Abuse (only if appropriate)

Toxicity

Gen alpha brainrot (for example: skibidi toilet)

Nudes (Would be censored if it used for artistic purposes, you know like those arts you see in museums)

Hate on Political related stuff

Spamming

Doxxing

Revealing your personal information like your address,Town/city,credit card info,and other ones.

Bad criticism

Mocking religion

Racism

Bad trolling

Loli (seriously that would get me in trouble but im also a minor so still :/ )

Lgbtphobic (Dont support lgbtq obviously but not gonna judge cuz thats obviously rude)

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Do not use my art or pics without permission or crediting me! If you dont ask or credit me, i will report you for using my art or pics without permission or crediting me.

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Violating the no bueno! Rules will result you to get a warning from me! If you violate it, youll be permanently blocked from me! You will never come back to my blog for the rest of your life cuz well.. that's your punishment.

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Materials i use!

Sketch book (sometimes or rare now use it)

Apple pen

Procreate (would them be ibis paint x sometime)

Ipad (the tablet where my drawing would now be made from)

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Favorite ships: SunBurn, HeroMari.

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These goats im a big fan of:

@ang3l-d1nn3r (my friend) @xxl1ghtxx @shrimperini @omocat @dreamybasil

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My life as a artist and inspiration for making fanart!

It all started when i was 3, i remember ive been drawing a lot of stickmans cuz they just were very easy to draw and it was like some kind of "stickman stories or fantasy idk?" And i seen to end up enjoying it but not only that, i would later draw sirens and other stuff i was fascinated to, and i kept drawing stickmans until later on i then would finally get my braincells to regenerate and make myself more mature, i stopped drawing stickmans all the time, i started to get into oc! And other kinds of art style and i would as of today draw whatever i had a idea on my head for the near future and many more years to come!

Inspiration

I saw a fanmade animation of where a video is called aging which was a edit from a youtuber named whoamiedits

This is what it looks like:

I saw that video but i didnt clicked on it cuz idk whats about to happen there, i was just more into anime and i didnt know what that video was, it was like somekind of randon animation, that was my first thing i saw something related to omori before joining the fandom and i saw it to this day and i was like "wait that video looks familiar to me" it was back in 2021 when i saw it and omori was like 1 years old, but then after joining the fandom after watching a mclovin video but omori version and i seen to enjoy the fandon, i was a big kny fan by the time, and theres was very popular stuff going on in the fandom, but when did i got into omori fanart? It all started with the first ever one i posted, i originally used it for my art class i then i did not recognize.... I actually made a actual omori fanart and that surprised me! So then i decided to make more! And it made me happy and even thanks to art class, it also helped me more! And it was a great piece of thing I will ever do I will still make art to this day and thats where are are today!

Alright enough yapping me :/

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So thats all theres more art im gonna make and other stuff so, you reached the end! Thanks for reading and enjoy! :)

Credit: BunnYui, Source: Amino apps

2024 GevoFanBoy12 (MTA125)

ButterMachineGaming Never broke while flying through the skies.

It is possible to fly without motors, but not without knowledge and skills.

- wilbur wright of the wright brothers.

[papermoonloveslucy]

Lucy in Beverly Hills

Part 1 ~ The Cast

Although thematically the shows created by Lucille Ball were worlds apart from the down-home humor at the Clampett Mansion, there were artistic and creative commonalities that are worth discussing.

"The Beverly Hillbillies" ran from 1962 to 1971, while "The Lucy Show" ran from 1962 to 1968, both on CBS TV. Interiors were filmed at General Service Studios, where "I Love Lucy" began filming until it moved to larger quarters.

Like Jed Clampett, Lucy Carmichael and Lucy Carter are single parents, raising teenage girls, a popular trope of the 1960s and '70s.

The Desilu sitcoms "I Love Lucy," "Make Room for Daddy," "The Andy Griffith Show," and "Gomer Pyle USMC" are all related shows with characters in common much in the same way the Henning sitocms, "The Beverly Hillbillies," "Petticoat Junction" and "Green Acres" were related. Interestingly, "The Beverly Hillbillies" was mentioned during two episodes of "The Danny Thomas Show", in 1963 and 1964.

Jed Clampett's fortune is made from striking oil. In the 1960 Broadway musical, Lucille Ball played a wildcatter looking to find black gold. On "I Love Lucy," new neighbors the O'Briens move from Texas, where they made their fortune in oil. Soon the Ricardos and Mertzes have dreams of riches from Texas tea.

Animal trainers Frank and Juanita Inn worked on both shows, as well as on "Here's Lucy."

Both shows went from black and white to color in October 1965. Although "The Lucy Show" had filmed its second season in color (1963-1964), CBS declined to air it in color.

Editor Dann Cahn (1963 to 1964), was also an editor for "I Love Lucy" and many Desilu shows.

Shared Casting

Their “Beverly Hillbillies” characters are in parentheses, followed by their Lucycom / Desilu credits.

Irene Ryan (Granny) performed with Lucille Ball on a May 3, 1949 episode of "The Bob Hope Radio Show." In 1963, Ryan and Ball both appeared on CBS specials featuring their TV shows.

Buddy Ebsen (Jed Clampett) appeared in a 1958 episode of "The Westinghouse-Desilu Playhouse" introduced by Desi Arnaz. He appeared with Lucille Ball on several CBS specials and numerous award shows.

Donna Douglas (Ellie Mae Clampett) performed in a 1960 episode of Desilu's helicopter series "Whirlybirds." She was seen with Lucille Ball on a 1963 CBS special "The Stars' Address".

Max Baer Jr. (Jethro Clampett) was seen with Lucille Ball on a 1963 CBS special "The Stars' Address".

Raymond Bailey (Millburn Drysdale) never acted opposite Lucille Ball, but was seen in episodes of Desilu's "The Whirlybirds," "The Untouchables," "The Ann Sothern Show" and "Westinghouse-Desilu Playhouse" introduced by Desi Arnaz.

The bankers of "The Lucy Show" (Theodore J. Mooney) and "The Beverly Hillbillies" (Millburn Drysdale) were remarkably similar: loud, quick-tempered, miserly, abusive to their secretaries, and willing to grovel and sacrifice their dignity to land a big account. 

Stretch (Duke) the Clampett's lethargic bulldog, also played Thunderbolt on "Kiddie Parties, Inc." (1963) on "The Lucy Show." Stretch was one of Frank Inn's biggest stars.

Nancy Kulp (Miss Jane Hathaway) played the Cockney maid who teaches Lucy Ricardo ow to curtsy in "Lucy Meets the Queen" (1955). She also appeared in the Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz film Forever Darling, again playing a maid. Kulp returned to Desilu for a 1959 special with Milton Berle and Lucille Ball and a 1962 episode of “The Lucy Show” where she played Navy Officer Jane Corey.

Miss Jane's relationship to Mr. Drysdale was not dissimilar to Lucy Carmichael's relationship to her banker boss, Mr. Mooney.

Bea Benadaret (Cousin Pearl Bodine) first starred with Lucille Ball on her radio series “My Favorite Husband” (1948-1951), primarily as best friend Iris Atterbury. Benadaret was Ball’s first choice to play Ethel Mertz on “I Love Lucy,” but she was already contracted to play Blanche Morton on “The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show”, another best friend character. Ball still managed to cast her as a one-off character, Miss Lewis, an elderly spinster, on season one of “I Love Lucy.”

Frank Wilcox (John Brewster) appeared with Lucille Ball in the films Her Husband’s Affairs (1947) and The Fuller Brush Girl (1950). He played Frank Spaulding, owner of the Connecticut house in "Lucy Wants To Move To The Country" (1957).

Elvia Allman (Elverna Bradshaw) was heard with Lucille Ball on “My Favorite Husband” before playing the strident Candy Factory Forewoman on “I Love Lucy.” Allman returned to the show as one of Minnie Finch’s neighbors in “Fan Magazine Interview” (1954) and prim magazine reporter Nancy Graham in “The Homecoming” (1955). She made two appearances on “The Lucy–Desi Comedy Hour“ - first as Ida Thompson, Westfield’s PTA director, then as Milton Berle’s private secretary. Allman would also be seen on two episodes of “The Lucy Show" as a customer in a department store and the manager of an employment agency. Allman’s final screen appearance with Lucille Ball reunited her with Bob Hope: “Bringing Back Vaudeville” in 1971. For Desilu, Allman was seen on “December Bride” (1954-59), and “The Ann Sothern Show” (1958).

Milton Frome (Lawrence Chapman) played Sam, who Lucy Ricardo tried to fix up with Dorothy, in “The Matchmaker” (1954).  He played Milton Berle's agent in a "Lucy Saves Milton Berle" (1965). He also played a waiter in a 1972 episode of “Here’s Lucy” starring Donny Osmond.

Ray Kellogg (Gate Guard / Police Officer) played the barking Assistant Director (“Roll ‘em!”) in “Ricky’s Screen Test” (1954) and later appeared in “Bullfight Dance” (1955). He was seen on 7 episodes of “The Lucy Show” and two episodes of “Here’s Lucy.” In many of his appearances he played policemen or guards, just as he does here.

Charles Lane (Foster Phinney / Homer Bedloe / Billy Hacker) appeared in 7 films with Lucille Ball between 1933 and 1949. He was also heard on her radio show "My Favorite Husband". On "I Love Lucy," he played 4 characters and 2 more on "The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour." He was cast as banker Barnsdahl on "The Lucy Show," but was released after 4 episodes so that Ball could hire Gale Gordon. He went from Desilu to Hooterville with his role of Homer Bedloe on "Petticoat Junction," which he also plays on "The Beverly Hillbillies".

Phil Silvers (Shifty Shafer aka Honest John) gave Lucille Ball a cameo on his show "Sergeant Bilko" in 1959. In 1963, Ball and Silvers performed the classic ‘Slowly I Turn’ sketch for “CBS Opening Night.” In December 1966, Silvers guest-starred as Oliver Kasten in “Lucy and the Efficiency Expert”. A year later Ball and Silvers both had bit parts in the film A Guide for the Married Man (1967). 

Roy Roberts (John Cushing / Judge) appeared with Lucille Ball in Miss Grant Takes Richmond (1949). On “The Lucy Show” he first appeared as a Navy Admiral in “Lucy and the Submarine” before creating the role of Mr. Cheever, the president of Mr. Mooney’s bank, a recurring character he played through the end of the series. On “Here’s Lucy” he played the Superintendent of the Air Force Academy in season two’s two-part opener.  He also played doctors in “Lucy and the Astronauts” (1971) and in "Lucy is N.G. as an R.N." (1973).  

Shirley Mitchell (Opal Clampett) became friends with Lucille Ball in the late 1940s when she was featured in 4 episodes of “My Favorite Husband.” Mitchell reunited with Lucille Ball on “I Love Lucy” playing Marion Strong, member of the Wednesday Afternoon Fine Arts League. She also played Mae Belle Jennings on "Petticoat Junction."

Joi Lansing (Gladys Flatt) first worked with Lucille Ball on “I Love Lucy” in “Desert Island” (1956) and returned to play Miss Long Neck in "Lucy Wants a Career" (1959). She did an episode of Desilu's "The Untouchables" and appeared for Desi Arnaz on an episode of "The Mothers-in-Law".

Alan Reed Jr. (Sheldon Epps / Buddy) is probably best remembered as the voice of Fred Flintstone, acting opposite Bea Benadaret (Cousin Pearl). He was heard with Lucille Ball on "My Favorite Husband" (1949). In 1963 he played a café owner in “Lucy Visits the White House”. In 1967, he made an appearance on the Desi Arnaz series “The Mothers-in-Law”. 

Most of the principal cast of "The Flintstones" (1960-1966) appeared on "The Beverly Hillbillies": Bea Benadaret (Betty), Alan Reed Jr. (Fred), and Mel Blanc (Barney) all appeared on the show. Jean Vander Pyl did not act on "The Beverly Hillbillies," but did appear on its sister show "Petticoat Junction" and voiced Maw on the cartoon "The Hillbilly Bears" (1966). All four also worked with Lucille Ball on radio and/or television. There was also an episode of "The Flintstones" titled "The Bedrock Hillbillies" (above) featuring animated characters named Granny and Jethro Hatrock with voice talent Howard Morris, John Stephenson, and June Foray, all of whom also worked with Lucille Ball.

Richard Deacon (Dr. Klinger / Mr. Brubaker) made two guest star appearances on Desilu's “December Bride” in 1956 in one of which he played Desi Arnaz’s butler. It’s not surprising that he was cast as Tallulah Bankhead’s butler Winslow in “The Celebrity Next Door,” a 1957 episode of “The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour.”  In 1963 he played Harvey Rittenhouse in the Ball / Hope film Critic’s Choice. In October 1964, Deacon and Lucille Ball both played themselves on “Bob Hope Presents The Chrysler Theatre: Have Girls, Will Travel”.  He was employed again by Desi Sr. as a regular on “The Mothers-in-Law” (1968-69).  He was seen on two episodes of "Here's Lucy."

Paul Winchell (Grandpa Winch) was just 40 years old when he donned old age make-up to play Grandpa Winch in "Home for Christmas" (S1;E13). Four years later he was aged again to play Doc Porter on a two-part episode of "The Lucy Show" set in a the small town of Bancroft.

Mary Wickes (Adaline Ashley) was one of Lucille Ball's best friends of screen. She appeared on "I Love Lucy," "The Lucy Show," and "Here's Lucy," in addition to many other TV specials alongside Ball. The 1967 episode of "The Beverly Hillbillies" Wickes appeared on was aired between two of her "Lucy Show" appearances and featured Gail Bonney, who was seen on "I Love Lucy" and "The Lucy Show."

Eddie Albert and Eva Gabor (Oliver and Lisa Douglas) ~ were visitors to Beverly Hills from Hooterville, but both stars were also favorites of Lucille Ball. Gabor appeared in two episodes of "Here's Lucy", one as herself, and Albert played himself in a 1973 episode. In 1950, he co-starred with Lucille Ball in The Fuller Brush Girl. 

Star Casting

John Wayne made a cameo appearance on "The Beverly Hillbillies". When asked how he wanted to be paid, he is best remembered answering back with: "Give me a fifth of bourbon--that'll square it." Wayne appeared as himself on "I Love Lucy" (1955) and "The Lucy Show" (1966). His uncredited cameo on "The Indians Are Coming" (S5;E20) was aired in 1967.

Sammy Davis Jr. (Sergeant Patrick Muldoon) made two appearances on the series during November 1968 episodes set in NYC. Although he plays a character here (an Irish cop!), he played himself on "Here's Lucy" in September 1970. His first "Hillbillies" appearance also features Lucy's friend and co-star Phil Silvers as Shifty Shafer (aka Honest John), a recurring character that was seen in eight episodes.

Impressionist Rich Little played himself in the season nine opener of "The Beverly Hillbillies." Mr. Drysdale convinces him to impersonate President Richard Nixon over the telephone to fool Jed. Nixon was one of Little's most popular impressions. When he played himself on a 1971 episode of "Here's Lucy," Nixon wasn't mentioned, but he did do his impression of John Wayne (see above).

Hedda Hopper played herself in "Hedda Hopper's Hollywood" (S3;E4) in 1964, an episode named after her newspaper column and television specials, one of which featured Lucille Ball. That same 1960 special featured Gloria Swanson, who did a cameo as herself in a 1966 episode titled "The Gloria Swanson Story" (S5;E12). Curiously, Hopper played herself in a 1955 episode of "I Love Lucy" titled "The Hedda Hopper Story." An episode of "The Lucy Show" titled "Lucy and the Lost Star" was intended for Swanson, but the lost star eventually cast was Joan Crawford.

Robert Cummings appeared as himself in "The Race for Queen" (S2;E19) playing the celebrity judge of the Queen of Beverly Hills beauty contest. He was known as Bob Collins on "The Bob Cummings Show" (aka "Love That Bob!"), which ran from 1955 to 1959. The same year it ended he played himself on a 1959 episode of "The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour" set in Japan. He reprised the character of Bob Collins on a 1972 episode of "Here’s Lucy” (above) and returned the following season for another episode as a different Bob. His sitcom had featured many of the same actors as "The Beverly Hillbillies" and various Lucycoms, but especially Joi Lansing, Nancy Kulp, and Elvia Allman. Cummings' appearance on "Hillbillies" is primarily attributable to the fact that BH creator Paul Henning produced "The Bob Cummings Show"!

Other Common Cast Members

Jack Bannon, Wally Cox, Peter Leeds, Bobs Watson, Lyle Talbot, Doris Packer Eleanor Audley, Maurice Marsac, Leon Ames, Jesse White, George Barrows, Herb Vigran, Jean Willes, Norman Leavitt, Leon Belasco, Burt Mustin, Iris Adrian, Foster Brooks, Ted Eccles, Robert Foulk, Tristram Coffin, Byron Foulger, Gil Perkins, Hal Taggart, Robert Cummings, Natalie Schaffer, Mel Blanc, John McGiver, Don Rickles, John Carradine, Jacques Bergerac, Hans Conried, Murvyn Vye, Bernie Kopell, Barbara Morrison, Phil Arnold, Ellen Corby, Robert Carson, Barry Kelley, William Newell, Lurene Tuttle, Karen Norris, Hayden Rorke, Benny Rubin, Helen Kleeb, Bill Quinn, Frank J. Scannell, Irwin Charrone, Gail Bonney, Fritz Feld, Norma Varden, Murray Pollack, Jil Jarmyn, Olan Soule, John Gallaudet, George N. Niese, Dick Winslow, Tommy Farrell, Cliff Norton, Robert Osborne, Nestor Paiva, Larry J. Blake, Hans Moebus, Norman Stevans, Monty O'Grady, Steve Carruthers, and Bert Stevens.

~ Stay Tuned for Part 2 : Episodes ~

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Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind, so here at Midsummer, we've got another round from our Marvel Rare Pair Bingo (https://marvelrarepairbingo.tumblr.com/) to gift you like the blessings of magic summer.  Our creators have been diligent and productive with their imaginative offerings!  Round Two keeps churing out the excitement while the temps (at least in the Northern Hemisphere) keep rising.  But what's hotter?  The sun beating down on Texas or the great fics from our bingo family?  (Hint: it's the stories!)  If you're looking for some steam while sitting inside with your a/c, check out this list.  If you're interesting in joining in, check out our Bingo (you can always still sign up!) and give our Discord Server (https://discord.gg/TVTTrYzvrU) a try!

For more on this month’s great submissions check it out under the cut!

Title: Dum Tacent, Clamant Author: alex_greene Card: MRP-002 Square filled: B5: Coming Of Spring / Autumn Pairing: Emma Frost / Mesmero Rating: Mature Warnings: nudity and sex Summary: Mesmero and Emma Frost work out their feelings for one another. Word Count: 5284 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47065447 Title: Did I Ever Make A Sound? Author:  Writerpete Card #: MRP-016 Square Filled: G3: Coney Island (Luna Park) Pairing: Peter Parker & Steve Rogers Rating: Teen Warnings: Swearing, Child neglect and past child neglect, very very light implied child sa. Summary: After helping out with a missing child, Peter has to face with unresolved emotions of his own childhood. Word Count: 2842 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47584117 Title: To Share Is To Care Author: endlesstwanted Card #: MRP-031 Square Filled: Spring Fling: Sexuality awakening Pairing: Bucky Barnes/Loki Rating: Teen Warnings: Canon Divergence, Developing Relationship Summary: The day of the spell was only a start; Loki and Buck still had much to share after that. Word Count: 507 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/46990204 Title: Midnight Snack For Good Boys Only Author: endlesstwanted Card #: MRP-031 Square Filled: Spring Fling: Cockwarming Pairing: Bucky Barnes/Sam Wilson Rating: Explicit Warnings: Age Play, Daddy Kink, Dom/sub Undertones Summary: Midnight finds Sam catching up with some reading when he realised they've skipped dinner. Bucky, as the well-behaved boy he is, hasn't complained about it, and his dad agrees to give him a treat. Word Count: 1,394 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/46987678 Title: The Nice Mysterious Intruder Author: endlesstwanted Card #: MRP-031 Square Filled: O4: Found family Pairing: Yelena Belova & MCU's Thunderbolts & Natasha Romanov & Sam Wilson Rating: Gen Warnings: Post-Canon AU, Domestic Fluff, Team as Family, Canon Disabled Character Summary: The times Yelena thought she was living with a ghost, the times she thought Natasha was sneaking into her place, and the time when she found out who was behind it all. Word Count: 2329 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47312680 Title: New Type of Braid Author: endlesstwanted Card #: MRP-031 Square Filled: Spring Fling Special Event Fill: Roommates Pairing: Yelena Belova/Ava Starr Rating: Gen Warnings: Hair Braiding, Fluff, Team Bonding Summary: It's the first time Yelena lets one of them braid her hair. Word Count: 523 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47361949

Title: Sundays Were What For? Author: endlesstwanted Card #: MRP-031 Square Filled: Spring Fling Special Event Fill: Yay we survived sex Pairing: Bruce Banner/Jane Foster/Natasha Romanov Rating: Teen Warnings: Soulmates AU, Domestic Fluff, Fade to Black, Polyamory Summary: Natasha didn’t know that the word soulmate meant “getting rid of the junk mail on a Sunday afternoon”, but in the end, she wouldn’t change it for anything. Word Count: 1055 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47448325 Title: To Build The Home I Couldn’t Find In Me Author: endlesstwanted Card #: MRP-031 Square Filled: Spring Fling Special Event Fill: Telepathic bond Pairing: Mantis/Wanda Maximoff Rating: Teen Warnings: Grief/Mourning, Angst, Hurt No Comfort, Post-canon Summary: Mantis and Wanda spend one more night exploring their powers and trying to make peace with their pasts. Word Count: 871 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47563012 Title: The Star Of My Night Author: endlesstwanted Card #: MRP-031 Square Filled: Summer Splash/Pride Kissing Pairing: Bucky Barnes/Clint Barton Rating: Teen Warnings: High School AU, Food as a Metaphor for Love, Cuddling, First Kiss, Mutual Pining Summary: When Bucky misses the states final rugby match because of an injury, Clint visits him to keep his mind occupied on something other than not being able to get the school’s team to victory. However, they come up with other things to focus on as the evening finds ways for them to explore their feelings towards each other. Word Count: 5244 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47777992 Title: Slide In, Came With Perfect Timing Author: endlesstwanted Card #: MRP-031 Square Filled: Summer Splash/Pride Praise kink Pairing: Bucky Barnes/Joaquín Torres/Sam Wilson Rating: Explicit Warnings: Porn Without Plot, Age Play, Somnophilia, Unsafe Sex, Cuddling, Pet Names Summary: Sam and Bucky find their baby asleep when they arrive home from a mission, so they decide to try something new and swap places for the night. When they wake up, Joaquín catches up on the surprise of the change as his Daddy and his Papi remind him how good it felt to be fucked in his sleep. Word Count: 4165 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47881222 Title: Surprise Afternoon Shopping Author: endlesstwanted Card #: MRP-031 Square Filled: Summer Splash/Pride Sex in an adult shop Pairing: Bucky Barnes/Tony Stark Rating: Explicit Warnings: Sugar Daddy AU, Lingerie, Eventual Smut, Semi-Public Sex Summary: With Bucky’s promotion’s party this weekend, Tony’s taken on a surprise afternoon shopping session in search of clothes for the occasion. They just may or may not have spent all of it at Bucky’s regular sex shop. Word Count: 6270 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47884318 Title: Play Time Wade Author: BurdenedWithPointlessPurpose Card #: MRP-034 Square Filled: NSFW Card 3 - Spanking Pairing: Wade Wilson/Eddie Brock/Sym Rating: Explicit Warnings: Sadism, Masochism, PWP, Tentacles, Poly Summary: Leave it be to Wade to go out being a bad boy, when he was supposed to be at home being a good one. Eddie isn’t all that surprised, but he’s still pretty upset his boyfriend didn’t listen to him. With the help of Symb, he makes sure he learns his lesson though. In the form of a spanking that breaks him into tears in more ways than one. Word Count: 1405 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/46902427 Title: Baby Girl's Break Author: BurdenedWithPointlessPurpose Card #: MRP-034 Square Filled: SFW Card 1 - CoffeeShop Pairing: Wanda Maximoff/Michelle Jones Rating: Explicit Warnings: PWP, Daddy/Mommy Kink Summary: As co-workers to lovers, Wanda takes advantage of their shared shifts sometimes for a little extra play time with her little girl. Namely being the opportunity to share a snack break. Although it’s not so much sharing as taking. Word Count: 1140 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/46944487  Title: Longing As Sin Author: BurdenedWithPointlessPurpose Card #: MRP-034 Square Filled: Spring Fling NSFW card #2 - Rough Sex Pairing: Matt Murdock/Frank Castle Rating: Explicit Warnings: Rough Sex, Bondage, Human Disaster Matt Murdock Summary: Frank isn’t sure what happened in his life that led him to the point of willingly submitting to Daredevil, aka the guy that’s a pain in the ass. Well, more accurately a pain in the throat at the moment. Whatever it was though he isn’t complaining, especially when behind the suit hides the innocent as sin itself, Matt Murdock. Word Count: 3,858 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47148616 Title of Fill: Biting The Word Trouble Author: BurdenedWithPointlessPurpose Card #: NSFW Card #2 Square Filled: MRP Splash Mini-Event Leaving Bite Marks Ship/Main Pairing: Loki/Clint Barton Rating: E Tags/Warnings/Triggers: Sexual Content, Alpha/Alpha, Breeding Kink Summary: Clint and Loki have taken to having a little fun with each other. He can do that now that Loki’s on the good side and all that. Although it turns out there are complications, perks, he didn’t know the other Alpha could provide. Namely being the fact, he can shapeshift, and he is apparently capable of fucking a god hard enough he can’t think. Something that is both a compliment and a little bit of a fear when you throw in a breeding kink. Word Count: 2966 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47238400

Title of Fill: Double Daddy Approval Author: BurdenedWithPointlessPurpose Card #: NSFW Card #2 Square Filled: MRP Splash Mini-Event - Sexual Awakening Ship/Main Pairing: Loki/Clint Barton/Tony Stark Rating: E Tags/Warnings/Triggers: Sexual Content, Age Play Summary: Loki knew a lot about Anthony and Clinton’s marriage. The former was his best friend after all. Neither of the other men were anything less than shameless either. It’s why he wasn’t so much taken off guard by the expressed desire for him to join them in their bedroom. He was however very much surprised to hear the way it was proposed, not to mention to just what level it would take things. Word Count: 3232 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/46624870

Title: Anticipation of the Obvious Author: BurdenedWithPointlessPurpose Card #: MRP-034 Square Filled: SFW 1 - Roommates Pairing: Kate Bishop/Yelena Belova Rating: Explicit Warnings: PWP because apparently I take SFW as a challenge to make NSFW..... Summary: Having Yelena as a new roommate hadn't brought a lot of change. Well, it had but it was expected changes. A lot of poor cooking, messiness that rivalled Clint's, plus the delicate balance between seriousness and lightheartedness. One thing she hadn't expected to change though was the nature of the relationship, but despite the unexpectedness Kate isn't complaining. Word Count: 1220 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47483116 Title: Opening Between Realms Author: BurdenedWithPointlessPurpose Card #: MRP-034 Square Filled: B3 - Lost in a Cave Pairing: Frigga/Farbauti Rating: Teen Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Summary: One every fortnight for centuries now Frigga has meet with Farbauti at one of the secret openings between realms, only accessible by the most powerful sorcerers. The Jotun walked the thin path with determination one day in search of her stolen son. It led to something more than Loki or Asgard though. A true love along with the possibly of a peaceful future for all the realms. Word Count: 1386 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47482738 Title: Can I kiss you? {Because with a heart like that, you deserve the world} Pairing: Leo Fitz/Daisy Johnson, Leo Fitz/Jemma Simmons/Daisy Johnson Rating: M Word Count: 380+ Warnings: N/A Summary: Daisy avoids her problems...Fitz won't let her...And Jemma just finally wants to meet her long-distance girlfriend. A/N: I missed writing for them. So here you go. Image Credits: Banner made by me with the help of Canva and Google Images1 Link: https://www.tumblr.com/sadbi-hours/719926207841484800/title-can-i-kiss-you-because-with-a-heart-like?source=share

Title: Building a Relationship (formerly: Different Kinds of Love) (chapter 10: Bullies) Author: 42donotpanic Card #: MRP-038 Square Filled: B4-Hopelessly Outnumbered Pairing: Clint Barton/Matt Murdock Rating: Teen Warnings: alcohol, top surgery, dysphoria, transphobia, ableism Summary: Clint comes home after a shitty day at work Word Count: 1404 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/45897952/chapters/119539366

Title: Birthday Blast: Marvel Rare Pairs Bingo Round Robin - May 2023 Author: Sivan Card #: MRP-039 Square Filled: N5: Doppelganger, Clones and Evil Doubles Pairing: Tony Stark/Scott Summers/Pepper Potts/Matt Murdock, Scott Summers/Tony Stark Rating: Teen Warnings: Round Robin, Birthday, Birthday Party, poly ship Summary: It's Tony Stark's birthday and he's throwing the party of the century where the entire Marvel Universe is invited to attend. This exclusive, once in a lifetime event is sure to bring plenty of excitement, mystery, intrigue, and new connections at the most exclusive party of the year! So come on in and so join us on this once in a lifetime celebration of Tony Stark’s special day! Word Count: 508/511 (Part of round robin - total words - 13797) Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47451991 Title: The Hammock Author: 42donotpanic Card #: MRP-038 Square Filled: B3 - Sex on the Beach Pairing: Clint Barton/Frank Castle Rating: E Warnings: Anal sex, biting, leaving marks Summary: Clint and Frank meet on a roof and make the best of the situation Word Count: 1701 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47814568

Title: Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow Chapter 2: Main Street USA Author:  Jimothy Card #: MRP-041 Square Filled: O3: Fic Pairing: Steve Rogers/Peggy Carter/Bucky Barnes Rating: Gen Warnings: N/A Summary: They explore main street USA and Tony performs my childhood dream of buying the giant rice krispy treat. Word Count: 1362 Link: https://www.tumblr.com/captainjimothycarter/717981451911675904

Title: Chapter 4: Carousel of Progress & Speedway Motors Author:  Jimothy Card #: MRP-041 Square Filled: N1: Glitter/Sparkles Pairing: Steve Rogers/Bucky Barnes/Peggy Carter, Peggy Carter & Tony Stark Rating: Gen Warnings: Fluff Summary: While Bucky and Tony get their fill of Space Mountain, Steve and Peggy decide to kick their feet up and go through the Carousel of Progress. Word Count: 1752 Link: https://www.tumblr.com/captainjimothycarter/718340091643330560/great-big-beautiful-tomorrow-chapter-4?source=share

Title: Welcome To The Stork Club Author:  Jimothy Card #: MRP-041 Square Filled: Free Square Pairing: Peggy/Steve Rating: Gen Warnings: N/A Summary: Peggy has something she wants to tell Steve. Word Count: 1987 Link: www.tumblr.com/captainjimothycarter/720496229941968896

Title: Among the Wildflowers Author:  Kay2Es0 Card #: MRP-043 Square Filled: SFW Card #3: Wildflowers/Flower Crown Pairing: Jane Foster/Bruce Banner Rating: G Warnings: None Summary: Bruce and Jane have a moment to bask in the sunset in a field of flowers. Word Count: 417 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47389267

Title: The Slushy Incident (Nexus Chapter 4) Squares Filled: DLBHQ Weekly Challenge: Cherry Week DLBHQ 2023: C1, Darcy x Bucky Marvel Rare Pair Bingo (MRP-051): I4, Taking Care of Somebody All Caps Bingo (AC1051): N3, Free Space Bucky Barnes Bingo (B038): C3, Free Space Author: ibelieveinturtles Fandom: Marvel Pairing: Darcy Lewis/Bucky Barnes Rating: T for language Tags/Warnings: Notting Hill AU, Bookshop AU, Movie Star AU Summary: After making a fool of himself, Bucky contemplates his life choices, his future, and then does it all again. Word Count: 2897 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/43963620/chapters/120502513 https://ibelieveinturtles.tumblr.com/post/719828624253026304/archive-of-our-own-nexus-chapter-4-the-slushy

Title: Stucky Kitten Interview, #1 Trending Author:  Every-Marveler-Ever Card #: MRP-056 Square Filled: N5: Strange or Dark Matter Pairing: Steve Rogers/Bucky Barnes Rating: Teen Warnings: Sexual innuendos, A lot of flirting, Writer’s attempt at a healthy relationship Summary: Stucky is the internet's favourite couple with many compilations surrounding them, in battle, on the red carpet, doing press conferences, and even famous BuzzFeed interviews. Word Count: 1028 Link: https://every-marveler-ever.tumblr.com/post/716570260067713024/stucky-kitten-interview-1-trending Title: Moonlight - Private Investigations - Chapter 1: Moonlight P.I.? Collaborator(s): MuffinEngineer86 aka Muffin Darcy Lewis Bingo Headquarters - Weekly Writing Challenge Week of May 21, 2023 Prompt: Ancient Times & Antiquities Week Black Widow Bingo 2023 Name on Card: Muffin Square: N1 - Immortal AU Darcy Lewis Bingo 2023 Name on Card: Muffin Square: A3 - Good Luck Charm Marvel Rare Pair Bingo Round 2 Name/Number on Card: Muffin / MRP-058 Square: O4 - Noir Detective AU Rating: Mature Pairing / Ship(s): Darcy Lewis & Natasha Romanoff, Frank Castle/Darcy Lewis, Frank Castle & Natasha Romanoff Genre: Alternative Universe, Supernatural AU, humor, suspense Word Count: 2748 Summary: To get her P.I. business running, Darcy did a favor to her neighbor. Natasha had a different idea to do so and introduced Frank Castle to her. Warnings/Triggers/ Major Tags: suggestive themes, discussion of death, mentioning of violence, mentioning of brainwashing, mentioning of cheating Additional Tags: Supernatural AU, vampire, werewolves, Natasha collects a favor, Frigga mentioned, Thor mentioned, Loki mentioned, Odin mentioned, Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47468947/chapters/119626003 Title: The Cherry Incident (Her Red Lips - Chapter 2) Collaborator(s): Muffin aka MuffinEngineer86 Darcy Lewis Bingo Headquarters Weekly Writing Challenge Week of June 4, 2023 Prompt: Cherry Darcy Lewis Bingo 2023 Card No. / Name on Card: Muffin Square: Y1 - Margarita Mondays Marvel Rare Pair Bingo Round 2 Card No. / Name on Card: MRP-058 / Muffin Square: B1 - Scars Rating: Mature Pairing / Ship(s): Darcy Lewis/Cameron Klein, Darcy Lewis/Brock Rumlow Word Count: 1632 Genre: Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, erotica, PWP Summary: Brock spotted Darcy as she set up a picnic for her boyfriend. Jack only was sarcastic but Brock took it quite literally. And now he was shirtless interrupting Darcy's and Cameron's date. Warnings/Triggers/ Major Tags: cuckolding, insults, cheating, unhealthy pinning, shirtless man Additional Tags: triple Agent Brock Rumlow, Brock is kind of an asshole, but not to women, Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47653312/chapters/120530506 Title: To touch is to heal (to hurt is to steal) Author:  SomeSortofItalianRoast Card #: MRP- 067 Square Filled: O2: Scars Pairing: Scott Lang/bucky Barnes Rating: Explicit Warnings: Winter Soldier Bucky Barnes, Anal Sex, Safer Sex, Body Worship, Hydra are dicks, generic hydra warning Summary: The scars were a physical reminder of what HYDRA had done to him, and a visual reminder of who he had been. They were also agonizingly beautiful, a symbol of what Bucky had overcome. They made Scott feel like he needed to kiss them and make them better. Word Count: 1737 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/46977106 Title: a cabin in the woods Author:  SomeSortofItalianRoast Card #: MRP- 067 Square Filled: I1: Cabin in the Woods Pairing: Steve/Thor; Steve/Bucky/Thor Rating: Explicit Warnings: Captain America Steve Rogers, Modern Bucky Barnes, Kissing, Oral Sex, Anal Sex, Safer Sex, Rimming, Threesome - M/M/M, Inheritance Summary: Steve inherited a cabin in the woods from Howard Stark. After being apart from his best guys for too long, they head to the cabin for a get together. Word Count: 1995 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47272564/chapters/119113942

Title: a cabin in the woods Author:  SomeSortofItalianRoast Card #: MRP- 067 Square Filled: N1: Menage a trois Pairing: Steve/Thor; Steve/Bucky/Thor Rating: Explicit Warnings: Captain America Steve Rogers, Modern Bucky Barnes, Kissing, Oral Sex, Anal Sex, Safer Sex, Rimming, Threesome - M/M/M, Inheritance Summary: Steve inherited a cabin in the woods from Howard Stark. After being apart from his best guys for too long, they head to the cabin for a get together. Word Count: 1617 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47272564/chapters/119114071

Title: Wrong in all the right ways Author: stormxpadme Card #: Summer Splash/Pride Month Mini-Bingo Cards (NSFW Card 3) Square Filled: Sex in an Adult Shop Pairing: Scott Summers/Tony Stark Rating: Explicit Warnings: BDSM Summary: Pride month is always very inspiring for trying out new partners and kinks even among hero groups not always very friendly with each other. Word Count: 3,554 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47829742/chapters/120579529

Title: Wrong in all the right ways Author: stormxpadme Card #: Summer Splash/Pride Month Mini-Bingo Cards (NSFW Card 3) Square Filled: Blindfolds/Silk scarves Pairing: Natasha Romanov/Ororo Munroe Rating: Explicit Warnings: light BDSM Summary: Natasha and Ororo get up to a little fun together after spending the day preparing security for Pride Weekend. Word Count: 3,104 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47829742/chapters/120644662#workskin

Title: Wrong in all the right ways Author: stormxpadme Card #: Summer Splash/Pride Month Mini-Bingo Cards (NSFW Card 3) Square Filled: Eating off of each other Pairing: Logan/Scott Summers/Steve Rogers Rating: Explicit Warnings: light BDSM Summary: After a pride parade almost going completely south, Scott, Logan and Steve celebrate a little on their own at Stark Tower. Word Count: 3766 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47829742/chapters/120711661#workskin

Title: Wrong in all the right ways Author: stormxpadme Card #: Summer Splash/Pride Month Mini-Bingo Cards (NSFW Card 3) Square Filled: Edible body paints Pairing: Jean Grey/Natasha Romanov Rating: Explicit Warnings: light BDSM Summary: Natasha helps Jean with her outfit for Pride. Word Count: 2326 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47829742/chapters/120783718

Title: Wrong in all the right ways Author: StormXPadme Card: Summer Splash/Pride Month Mini-Bingo Cards (NSFW Card 3) Square Filled: Wax play Pairing: Scott Summers/Steve Rogers Rating: E Warnings: light BDSM Summary: In which Steve comforts Scott after another near-death experience. Word Count: 4,742 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47829742/chapters/120896035

Title: Birthday Beginnings (Chapter 2 of 2) Author: scottxlogan Card #:MRP-131 Square(s) Filled: G4: “I need you” Pairing: Bucky Barnes/Tony Stark Rating: Explicit Warnings/Tags: Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, Post-Endgame, Canon Divergence - Avengers: Endgame (Movie), Sexual Content, Dirty Talk, Flirting, Parent Tony Stark, Injury Recovery, Happy Ending, Second Chances, Past Pepper Potts/Tony Stark, Protective Bucky Barnes, Hurt Tony Stark, Reunions, Birthday Party Summary: Tony's glimpse of his new world leaves him longing to hold onto the new joys he's found in his life. Will this awakening on his birthday be the key to his happiness or a tease before the big finish to a long life of struggles? Word Count: 13493 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47166235/chapters/119176831

Title: Ultimatum Author: scottxlogan Card #: MRP-131 Square Filled: Marvel Rare Pairs: N5: Don’t Want/Need ‘Typical’ Romance Pairing: Scott Summers/Logan Rating: Explicit Warnings: Sexual Content, Spanking, Rough Sex, Kidnapping, Enemies to Lovers, Arguing, Idiots in Love, Confrontations, Adult Content, Angst, Smut, logan is a hothead, So is Scott, Impulsive Decisions, Bad Decisions, Betrayals Summary: After his run in with Bucky at the bar, Logan invites Scott to the school where conversation gets sidelined by their passion. When everything is said and done Logan takes drastic measures to keep Scott from danger. Word Count: 4058 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47774479

Title: Making The Grade Author: scottxlogan Card #: NSFW Card #2 Square Filled: MRP Splash Mini-Event Leaving Bite Marks Pairing: Scott Summers/Tony Stark Rating: Mature Warnings: Sexual Content, Flirting, Biting, Light Bondage, Scott Summers Deserves Happiness, Tony Stark is a good boyfriend, Teasing Summary: Scott is overwhelmed with grading papers until Tony decides it's time to deliver him a different kind of distraction. Word Count: 3718 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47212417

Title: Blessed Author: scottxlogan Card #: MRP-131 Square Filled: N1: Looking for something lost Pairing: Steve Rogers/Emma Frost Rating: Teen and up Warnings/Tags: Implied Sexual Content, Steve Rogers Feels, Established Relationship, Happy Ending Summary: Steve is awake in his lover's arms and reflecting on the joys he'd found in his life. Word Count: 553 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47100190

Title: Another Author: scottxlogan Card #: MRP-131 Square(s) Filled: Marvel Rare Pairs: O4 “Use your words” Rating: Teen and Up Pairing: James "Bucky" Barnes & Logan (X-Men) (platonic), Logan/Scott Summers, James "Bucky" Barnes/Tony Stark Warnings/Tags: Conversations, Drinking & Talking, Past Bucky Barnes/Steve Rogers, Minor Logan/Scott Summers, Minor Bucky Barnes/Tony Stark, Alcohol, Regret, Relationship Advice, Implied Sexual Content, Alternate Universe - Bar/Pub, Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence Summary: Logan finds his way into a bar to stew over his estrangement from Scott where Bucky arrives and offers an old enemy some advice on matters of the heart and the power of regret. Word Count: 2283 Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/47727547

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Harrison Ford: 2022 review

2022 has been a very busy year for Harrison! From finishing the next instalment of the Indiana Jones franchise, to star in his first TV shows in decades: the sitcom Shrinking and the western 1923. Let's have a look at the summary of this glorious year for Harrison's career.

JANUARY: no news. but Harrison is probably still working on the set of Indiana Jones 5.

FEBRUARY:

Frank Marshall announces Indiana Jones 5 had wrapped principal photography.

Harrison visits Barcelona

MARCH:

Harrison invites the whole cast and crew of Indy 5 to a wrap party in London

APRIL:

Harrison Ford To Star In ‘Shrinking’ Apple TV+ Series

Indiana Jones 5 Has Same Feel As The Original, Says Mads Mikkelsen

Cryptic picture of Harrison celebrating Easter:

Disney Exec Teases Guardians of the Galaxy 3, Indiana Jones, The Marvels, and More Footage Coming Soon

MAY:

Harrison For attends the play "Who's afraid of Virginia Woolf?", played by his wife Calista Flockhart

New promo picture of Indy 5:

Harrison spotted in Fort Worth, Texas

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Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren to Star in ‘Yellowstone’ Prequel ‘1932’

Helen Mirren and Harrison Ford are joining the “Yellowstone” universe in the upcoming series “1932” for Paramount+.

“1932,” which is the show’s working title, is an origin story introducing a new generation of the Dutton family. It’s set to explore the early 20th century when pandemics, historic drought, the end of Prohibition and the Great Depression all plague the mountain West and the Duttons who call it home,” the streamer said in a release.

(Note that the actual title of the show is 1923)

‘Indiana Jones 5’ First Look: Harrison Ford Returns as Swaggering Adventurer

Star Wars Celebration: Harrison Ford Makes Surprise Appearance for John Williams Birthday Tribute, Gives ‘Indiana Jones 5’ Update

JUNE:

Brett Goldstein Takes His ‘Ted Lasso’ Skills To ‘Shrinking’ Comedy With Harrison Ford At Apple TV+

JULY:

Directing this fellow this week. One of the highlights of my career.

(I’m not sure but this could be on the set of Shrinking, the new show for Apple TV)

Surprise party on the set if Shrinking to celebrate Harry's birthday

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AUGUST:

Warner Bros. Wanted Harrison Ford to Play Kevin Smith's Perry White

Kevin Smith reveals Warner Bros. wanted Harrison Ford to play Perry White in his episode of Strange Adventures, the cancelled HBO Max anthology show.

SEPTEMBER:

Exclusive: Harrison Ford In Talks For Fantastic Four Role

According to our trusted and proven sources, Marvel Studios wants Harrison Ford for the upcoming, mysterious Fantastic Four movie.

(I must say this hasn't been confirmed yet)

Harrison on the set of 1923:

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Harrison Ford and Ke Huy Quan reunite 38 years after ‘Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom’.

The trailer of Indiana Jones 5 is released to the Press, together with an exhibition of the costumes used in the movie

James Mangold and Harrison Ford debuted the first footage from the film at D23 Expo.

Harrison Ford, Phoebe Waller-Bridge and director James Mangold surprised fans at D23Expo.

OCTOBER:

Harrison Ford Set As General Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross For ‘Captain America: New World Order’, Will Star Opposite Anthony Mackie

 It’s official. Harrison Ford (Indiana Jones franchise) will be taking over the Marvel role of General Thaddeus “Thunderbolt” Ross, beginning with Phase 5 title Captain America: New World Order. He’ll star opposite Anthony Mackie, with Shira Haas, Tim Blake Nelson and Carl Lumbly also among the ensemble.

1923: Harrison Ford & Helen Mirren Series Expanded to Two Seasons, Paramount+ Sets Premiere Date

1923 is coming soon to Paramount+, and the series will stick around a bit longer than expected. What was expected to be a one-season limited series, has now been expanded to two eight-episode seasons. The Yellowstone prequel series will star Harrison Ford, Helen Mirren, Sebastian Roché, Darren Mann, Michelle Randolph, James Badge Dale, Marley Shelton, Brian Geraghty, Aminah Nieves, Julia Schlaepfer, Brandon Sklenar, Robert Patrick, and Jerome Flynn.

The series will arrive on Paramount+ on December 19th with a special two-hour premiere.

NOVEMBER:

1923 First Look: Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren Come to Yellowstone

The pair unveil their new series set at the Dutton ranch a century ago. “These are extraordinary people in an extraordinary time,” Ford says.

'1923' Teaser Offers First Exciting Look at Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren in 'Yellowstone' Spinoff

Empire’s World-Exclusive Indiana Jones 5 Covers Revealed

1923 Official Trailer:

'Shrinking' teaser trailer released

DECEMBER:

Indiana Jones 5 Official Trailer and Title released: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

See Helen Mirren and Harrison Ford in '1923' Premiere Photos — Taken with a Camera from the 1920s!

Helen Mirren Praises Her ‘1923’ Co-Star Harrison Ford at Premiere: ‘He Taught Me a Great Deal About Film Acting’

“1923” LA Premiere Screening & After Party

Harrison Ford Loves His Craft. ‘1923’ Tested His Limits.

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comfort moobis??? 🧸🤗🥰❤️‍🩹

paris, texas (wim wenders)

terminator 2 (cameron)

hard boiled (john woo)

36th chamber of shaolin (lau kar-leung)

once upon a time in hollywood (tarantino)

linda linda linda (nobuhiro yamashita)

akira (katsuhiro otomo)

fallen angels (wong kar-wai)

evil dead (raimi)

drive my car (ryusuke hamaguchi)

indiana jones and the temple of doom (berg)

punch-drunk love (pta)

something wild (jonathan demme)

rushmore (wes anderson)

jackass: the movie (jeff tremaine)

cemetery of splendour (weerasethakul)

thunderbolt and lightfoot (michael cimino)

red post on escher street (sion sono)

repo man (alex cox)

[bowmanstudios]

GEAR

Microphones:

Sure sm57

Sure sm58

Audix i5

Sure Beta 52

Blue Snowball

Behringer C-2 (pair)

Samson C01

Rode NT1A

Hardware:

Scarlett 18i0 audio interface

Mackie 1402-VLZ PRO 14 channel mic/line analog mixer

Guitar amps and pedals:

Helix HX STOMP

Ibanez Turbo Tube screamer

Guitars:

Fender GC140SCE Concert Acoustic-Electric

Yamaha FX335C Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric

Ovation 1311 Natural Acoustic

Fender Nashville Telecaster

Fender Squire Bullet Telecaster

Fender Squire Jazz Bass

Mitchell MU40 Soprano Natural Ukulele

Yamaha CGS 102A Classical Guitar

Keyboards:

Nektar Impact LX61+

Roland U-20

Drums and percussion:

1 big tambourine

1 small tambourine

LP Medium twist shakers

Simmons Titan 50 electronic drum set

Sound Monitoring:

JBL Professional Linear Spatial Reference 3 Series powered studio monitors (pair)

Sony Professional MDR-7506 studio headphones

Sennheiser HD 201 studio headphones

KRK Classic 5 studio monitors (pair)

Computers and visuals:

Apple MacBook Pro 13 inch

Dell flat panel monitor

DAW/software:

Logic Pro X

Pro Tools 12

GarageBand

Avid/Apple/Native Instruments/SoundToys/FabFilter/Waves plugins

Helix HX Edit

Plugins:

Digital EQ’s:

Waves V-EQ4

Fabfilter Pro-Q

Digital Reverbs:

Waves Abbey Road Chambers

Waves H-Reverb Hybrid Verb

Waves Renaissance Reverb

Waves Manny Marroquin Reverb

Relab Development LX480 Reverb

Digital Compressors:

Waves Renaissance Compressor

Waves CLA-3A Compressor/Limiter

Waves Smack Attack

Waves DeEsser

Extras:

Waves SSL G-Channel

Waves Nx Ocean Way Nashville

Waves Z-Noise

Waves WLM Plus Loudness Meter

Waves Tune Real-Time

Waves Vocal Bender

Waves Torque

Waves CLA Bass

Waves Abbey Road J37 Tape

SoundToys Echoboy

VST’s:

Spectronics Keyscapes

Native Instruments Battery

Toontrack EZdrummer 3

Native Instruments Kontakt Electric Guitar

Accessories/miscellaneous/other studio features:

4 XLR cables

4 1/4 inch jack cables

Power supply cables

USB outlet strip

High speed internet and free WIFI

Pencils, pens and paper

Wireless printer available

5 mic stands

Shock mount, pop filter, and 3 windscreens

HEAROS Ultimate Softness earplugs

Mini Samsung T.V. with Roku entertainment

RIF6 electric record player with built-in speakers

Dean Markley Pro Mag humbucker pickup

Culilux 1/4” audio splitter

Rioddas external ODD&HDD disc drive

Pack of CDs for burning

Guitar pick maker with appropriate paper

3 microphone clips

Alesis sustain pedal

Radial PRO-DI passive direct box

DeltaLab digital metronome

AKAI MPD218 beat pad

GiveBest electric heater

Behringer ULTRAACOUSTIC AT109 15-WATT acoustic guitar amplifier

OWC thunderbolt USB-C dock

APC surge protector

MOONGEL damper pads

Pick holder filled with guitar picks (floppy and hard) and a set of thumb picks

2 capos and clip on tuner

KORG TM-50 combo tuner and metronome

Mackie 1402-VLZ PRO 14 channel mic/line analog mixer

NEXIGO web cam

Big Knob passive monitor controller

The Bowman Studios, Dallas, Texas

Producers: Mason Bowman

[beardedmrbean]

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The U.S. military is considering putting armed personnel on commercial ships traveling through the Strait of Hormuz, in what would be an unheard of action aimed at stopping Iran from seizing and harassing civilian vessels, four American officials told The Associated Press on Thursday.

America didn't even take the step during the so-called “Tanker War,” which culminated with the U.S. Navy and Iran fighting a one-day naval battle in 1988 that was the Navy's largest since World War II.

While officials offered few details of the plan, it comes as thousands of Marines and sailors on both the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan and the USS Carter Hall, a landing ship, are on their way to the Persian Gulf. Those Marines and sailors could provide the backbone for any armed guard mission in the strait, through which 20% of all the world’s crude oil passes.

Iran's mission to the United Nations did not immediately respond to a request for comment from the AP about the U.S. proposal.

Four U.S. officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the proposal, acknowledged its broad details. The officials stressed no final decision had been made and that discussions continue between U.S. military officials and America's Gulf Arab allies in the region.

Officials said the Marines and Navy sailors would provide the security only at the request of the ships involved. The Bataan and Carter Hall left Norfolk, Virginia, on July 10 on a mission the Pentagon described as being “in response to recent attempts by Iran to threaten the free flow of commerce in the Strait of Hormuz and its surrounding waters.” The Bataan passed through the Strait of Gibraltar into the Mediterranean Sea last week on its way to the Mideast.Already, the U.S. has sent A-10 Thunderbolt II warplanes, F-16 and F-35 fighters, as well as the destroyer USS Thomas Hudner, to the region over Iran’s actions at sea. The deployment has captured Iran's attention, with its chief diplomat telling neighboring nations that the region doesn't need “foreigners” providing security. On Wednesday, Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard launched a surprise military drill on disputed islands in the Persian Gulf, with swarms of small fast boats, paratroopers and missile units taking part. The renewed hostilities come as Iran now enriches uranium closer than ever to weapons-grade levels after the collapse of its 2015 nuclear deal with world powers. The U.S. also has pursued ships across the world believed to be carrying sanctioned Iranian oil. Oil industry worries over another seizure by Iran likely has left a ship allegedly carrying Iranian oil stranded off Texas as no company has yet to unload it.

[coolcatteacher]

Mastery Learning 101 with Jon Bergmann

Mastery learning (also called competency-based learning) is being used in some classes and schools. Jon Bergmann, author of the Mastery Learning Handbook talks about how he uses mastery learning in his chemistry and physics classrooms. He discusses common mistakes when teachers implement mastery learning as well as the types of classes that work well with mastery learning. Learn about this method of curriculum development and teaching and see if it is right for you.

Notes and Transcript https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e797

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Jon Bergmann - Bio as Submitted

Jon Bergmann is one of the pioneers of the Flipped Classroom. He has helped schools, universities, organizations, and governments all over the world introduce active and flipped learning into their contexts. He is a frequent keynote speaker who challenges and inspires audiences with stories and real-life examples from his classroom.

He has taught at urban, suburban, rural, and private schools. He spent twenty-four years as a classroom teacher in Colorado before becoming a technology facilitator in the Chicago suburbs. When Flip Your Classroom became an international bestseller, he traveled the world for eight years, helping schools and universities move from passive to active learning. In 2019, he returned to the classroom to further develop Flipped and Mastery Learning. This has amplified Jon’s voice with teachers and professors. They now see him as a fellow teacher working through the complexities and challenges of teaching today because his presentations include struggles and successes as he works every day with students.

Jon believes the two most important things that make good teaching good are active learning and relationships. Too much education is received passively, and Jon knows from both research and experience that students learn best when they are active participants. Students don’t care what you know until they know that you care, and Jon tries every day to connect with his students.

Jon has written and co-authored ten books that have been translated into thirteen languages. In 2002, Jon received the Presidential Award for Excellence for Math and Science Teaching; and in 2010, he was a Semi-Finalist for Colorado Teacher of the Year. He serves on the advisory board for TED Education. He teaches full-time science and assists with staff development at Houston Christian High School in Houston, Texas. Find out more about Jon at JonBergmann.com and find book resources at TheMasteryLearningHandbook.com.

Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored podcast episode.” The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I believe will be good for my readers and are from companies I can recommend. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

New 10 Minute Teacher Podcast episode

[eelliottarts245-02]

Week 9: Mood Board for Project 5

This week in ARTS 245 we were assigned project 5 where we are tasked to remake the logo of a WNBA team. I chose to work on the Dallas Wings. Their current logo is of a pegasus and uses the colors, navy, volt green and cyan. They wanted to honor both women’s basketball and the state itself with their name, so with my redesign I wanted to keep this as a part of it. They also have the goal to increase equity by improving the quality of life for all. The current logo also represents freedom and strength, along with courage and determination. Which are also traits I wanted to continue to represent. After initial research of the teams history, I moved to looking into Texas' history and specifically Dallas. I got things like the stars, cowboys, rangers, pegasus and stallions. But most of these already are associated with Texas teams. So I got to thinking about how the teams current mascot is names lightning, so maybe I could call them the Dallas Thunderbolts or just the Bolts. I also thought about the Dallas Sparks, where I could use a cowboy spur as a symbol for the team. I also used the images I collected to start to create a color palette. I liked the Red, White, and Blue from the Texas flag, and also took some inspiration from the old Chevy logo. I may look into the Cadillac logo more since that has a connection to Texas. The rest of this weekend I am going to continue to find inspiration in Texas roots and begin working on a logo design.

[usafphantom2]

Next Generation Aircrew Protection team conducts B-1 vapor purge testing

Nov. 20, 2023

DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --

The Next Generation Aircrew Protection team conducted the last set of vapor purge testing on the B-1B Lancer at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, November 7.

Comprised of six organizations from the Air Force and civilian sector, the NGAP team focused on purge times for the B-1B in the event of an airborne chemical attack.

During testing, a vapor simulant known as methyl salicylate, or wintergreen oil, was injected into the aircraft. Sensors placed inside the cockpit measured how long it took for the vapor to be purged during flight.

“Ultimately, the goal of this testing was to investigate and define how long it takes an aircraft to reduce a chemical concentration in the crew areas to levels where the crew can safely remove their protective gear,” said Dr. Richard Salisbury, 711th Human Performance Wing chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear analyst. “This research is important because we need to understand how long it takes to get back into optimal fighting conditions and inform commanders.”

The NGAP team lays the groundwork for future CBRN protective gear while assisting aircrews in the present using the data collected from testing. The team analyzes the purge times on each aircraft and creates data sets showcasing the vapor concentrations at different times during flight. This allows them to find the safest time for aircrew to remove any protective gear and continue flying after an attack.

“Without this testing and the subsequent data, the B-1B aircrew would be required to wear full chemical gear throughout the duration of a mission,” said Lt. Col. Dane Kidman, 337th Test and Evaluation Squadron director of operations. “B-1B sorties can last up to 30 hours during contingency operations, and with this data in hand, the aircrew can now remove CBRN equipment safely in flight which increases aircrew endurance. This will ultimately give the Air Force the ability to employ the B-1B in locations susceptible to chemical weapon attacks with lowered risk to the mission because the data provided gives the aircrew those tools for survival.”

Prior to the B-1B test event at Dyess, testing was conducted on the A-10 Thunderbolt II, F-15 Eagle, F-16 Fighting Falcon, F-22 Raptor and C-130J Super Hercules and will continue onto the B-52 Stratofortress next.

“One of the points of this effort is to ensure Air Force aircrews are able to operate and execute their mission in any scenario and that includes CBRN,” said 1st Lt. Gunnar Kral, Air Force CBRN Defense Systems Branch lead engineer for joint aircrew protection. “The NGAP program is coming along with a lot of great results, executing a lot of tests at a high frequency. The work done by the team is extremely important and, while we hope it won’t be used, it is 100% relevant in today's environment.”

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2018 Forest River XLR Thunderbolt 340AMP equipped with a generator and washer/dryer.