#Water and Juice Production Machine

[beautyandlifestyleblog86]

Ways to practice eco-friendly living in your home

1. Reduce energy consumption:

- Install energy-efficient appliances and LED light bulbs.

- Turn off lights and unplug electronics when not in use.

- Use natural light as much as possible.

- Set your thermostat to a lower temperature in winter and higher in summer.

- Insulate your home properly to reduce heating and cooling needs.

2. Save water:

- Fix any leaks in faucets and toilets promptly.

- Install low-flow showerheads and faucets.

- Collect rainwater for watering plants.

- Only run the dishwasher and washing machine with full loads.

- Use a broom instead of a hose to clean outdoor spaces.

3. Practice waste reduction:

- Recycle paper, plastic, glass, and metal.

- Compost kitchen scraps and yard waste.

- Opt for reusable products instead of disposable ones (e.g., cloth napkins, rechargeable batteries).

- Avoid single-use plastics, such as plastic bags and water bottles.

- Use a reusable shopping bag.

4. Use eco-friendly cleaning products:

- Choose natural, non-toxic cleaning products or make your own using ingredients like vinegar, baking soda, and lemon juice.

- Avoid products containing harmful chemicals that can harm the environment and your health.

5. Grow your own food:

- Plant a garden to grow vegetables, fruits, and herbs.

- Use organic and natural fertilizers instead of synthetic ones.

- Compost food scraps to enrich the soil.

6. Opt for sustainable materials:

- Choose furniture made from sustainable materials like bamboo or reclaimed wood.

- Use eco-friendly flooring options like bamboo, cork, or reclaimed hardwood.

- Select paint and other finishes that have low or no volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

7. Reduce plastic waste in the kitchen:

- Use glass or stainless-steel containers for food storage instead of plastic.

- Replace plastic wrap with beeswax wraps or reusable silicone covers.

- Use refillable water bottles and avoid buying bottled water.

8. Conserve energy in the kitchen:

- Use energy-efficient appliances.

- Cook with lids on pots and pans to retain heat and reduce cooking time.

- Opt for smaller appliances like toaster ovens instead of full-sized ovens when possible.

9. Encourage sustainable transportation:

- Use public transportation, walk, or bike whenever possible.

- Carpool or arrange a car-sharing service with neighbors or colleagues.

- Transition to an electric or hybrid vehicle if feasible.

10. Educate and involve your family:

- Teach your family about the importance of eco-friendly practices and involve them in the decision-making process.

- Encourage everyone to adopt sustainable habits and lead by example.

- Discuss environmental issues and brainstorm new ideas for greener living.

[crowfaraday]

✨EN / JP vending machine dialogue comparison✨

compiled for reference + with some brief descriptions of the original items! also yes the really cursed milk joke is exactly the same in the original text

(contains miles + franziska's JP/EN dialogue for each item, theres a lot of text after the cut)

1.) EN / JP [Hot Dog / ホットドッグ] note: the JP dialogue also lists payne as being the one who thought of the description.

Edgeworth:"When you're in hot water, you might need a hot dog." Edgeworth:.................. Edgeworth: Hm... It looks like this slogan was decided through a public contest. Edgeworth: And the winner was... Prosecutor Winston Payne...? Franziska: Hmph. What a pathetic slogan. No presence at all! Now, if it was up to me, it would read... Franziska: "If you leave matters in a Von Karma's hands, everyone in court will be found guilty dogs!" Edgeworth: ............Objection! Franziska: Overruled!

ミツルギ:『有罪で、ほっと一息ホットドッグ』 ミツルギ: ････････････････････ ミツルギ: ふむ････どうやら、 公募によって決められた名前のようだな。 ミツルギ: 命名者は亜内検事、 か メイ:フン。気の弱いことね。私ならこう名づけるわ。『狩魔に任せておけばほっといても全���有罪ホットドッグ』 ミツルギ: ････････････････････ 意義あり! メイ: 却下よ!

2.) EN / JP [ Beef Jerky / 饅頭] note: the original item here in the JP release was a box of manjū. the description is probably a pun on shinsou (truth) + shiroi (white) referring to the white cream in the middle of the bun. a close approximation of it is probably something like "Get to the bottom of our most delicious case yet! The proof is in the pudding!"

Edgeworth: "Don't be a jerk in court like these beef jerks!" I see... Franziska: Objection! Miles Edgeworth! Wouldn't you agree that it's a very clever pun? Edgeworth: Do you really think they put that much effort into the product name? Franziska: Even a foolish fool could understand the foolish thinking of the fool who made it up! Franziska: You're acting so foolishly that I got so thoroughly mad, and am now utterly famished! Edgeworth: ......If you wanted a pack of these, all you had to do was ask like a normal person. ミツルギ: 『真相は白いアンの中まんじゅう』・・・なるほど。 メイ: 意義あり! 御剣怜侍! うまいことを言った、とでも思ってるの? ミツルギ: それなりに考えられた名前だと思うが? メイ: バカが考えたバカげたシャレに、バカがバカな理解を示している。 メイ: バカバカしくて、 腹立ちまぎれにおなかがすいてきたわ! ミツルギ:・・・・・・食べたいなら、すなおにそう言えばいいだろう。

3.) EN / JP [ Ham Sandwich / カツサンド] note: the original item here was a katsu sando.

Edgeworth: "Don't let the prosecution and the defense make a ham sandwich out of you!"...? Franziska: It sounds like it's directed at that ham of a Judge. Edgeworth: Well, it certainly isn't directed at me. I can out-maneuver him any day. ミツルギ: 『検事と弁護士にはさまれて、もう限界カツサンド』････? メイ: 無能な裁判長の叫びのようね。 ���ツルギ: 私には、まだまだ余裕があるように思えるがな・・・

4.) EN / JP [Orange Juice / 伊予柑] note: the original item here was a lyokan.

Edgeworth: "When it's looking bad, blind your opposition with some OJ!" Are they promoting violence? Franziska: Don't worry. My whip will make sure that anybody following this advice won't be for long. Edgeworth: (Compared to the sting of a whip, the sting of orange juice may not be so bad...) ミツルギ: 『困ったら目つぶしイヨカン』 犯罪を助長してはいないだろうか。 メイ: そんなものなくても、私にはこのムチがあればじゅうぶんよ。 ミツルギ:(法廷にムチを持ち込めるなら、目つぶしくらいカワイイものか)

5.) EN / JP [Milk / 牛乳] note: this joke is basically exactly the same as in the JP text.

Edgeworth: "Defendant's Fresh Milk!" ... What exactly is that supposed to mean? Franziska: I bet it means the milk is freshly milked by various defendants on trial right now. Edgeworth: No, I think it might mean that this was milked right here from the various defendants. Franziska: Miles Edgeworth... You can't possibly be serious! Edgeworth: ...Of course not.

ミツルギ: 『被告人の、しぼりたて牛乳』 どういうイミだろうか? メイ: 被告人がしぼった牛乳、ということでしょう。 ミツルギ:いや、裁判でしぼられた被告人から出た牛乳ということも考えられる。 メイ: 御剣怜侍 ････まさか、本気で言っているわけではないわよね? ミツルギ: ..........もちろんだ。

5.) EN / JP [Swiss Roll / とら焼き] note: the original item here was dorayaki. the description “dorayaki together until the gong/bell goes” is because they're shaped like gongs ("dora"="gong")

Franziska:"Stay neutral as the Swiss do until the end with these!" ...The end of what? Edgeworth: Well, I assume it means the end of the trial. Edgeworth: I suppose this means that one should eat them during a recess...? Franziska: You can't eat during a trial, so I suppose the only time you can eat them is now, huh! Edgeworth: I wouldn't mind if you wanted to eat one now. They come in packs of two, after all. Franziska: Hmph. We're in the middle of an investigation! Besides, I don't have $6 on me! Edgeworth: If you want, we can pool our money and buy a pack together. Franziska: If I have to split it with you, then I don't want it!

メイ: 『ドラがなるまで一緒どら焼き』ドラがなるまで? ミツルギ: おそらく、ドラというのは開廷の合図を指しているのだろう。 ミツルギ: 休廷中に食べるということか...? メイ: 法廷では飲食は禁止されているわ。 食べるのなら、今のうちね。 ミツルギ:食べたいのなら、構わないが?ちょうど2個入りのようだからな。 メイ:今は調査中よ。それに、600円も持ち合わせていないわ。 ミツルギ:ならば私のお金とあわせて買えばよいではないか。 メイ: あなたに同情されるくらいなら、食べなくてもケッコウよ!

[five-thousand-loaves-of-bread]

a terrible practice in what not to do when plant dying: an example

[a terrible practice in what not to do when plant dying: an example]

every year family friend send us expensive premium giant!!!!! waxberry/bayberry/idk what english speaking ppl usually call it. they delicious!! only slightly smaller than mouth open widest

n every year there juice inside package. this year had idea do plant dying. < impulse decision

not prepared. have unmordanted cashmere yarn (really inexpensive got second hand idk if it real) & unmordanted cotton fabric. this be interesting.

[id: left picture show waxberry, there 4 stack on top of eachother in small bowl size of hand. right picture have bowl of waxberry & bowl with little juice with fruit fork in it & cone of yarn n some already dyed pieces on paper. end id]

grabbed white vinegar as “last minute mordant”, n to be honest was just at most dip soak, few seconds at best, so it do anything? shrug

mid way realize should probably pre wash fiber (should specifically scour but ehhhhh)—especially for this cashmere (“cashmere”) yarn because for easy (machine) knit it been coated with something that help cashmere down not get all fluffy fuzzy hard knit with. n you suppose wash out after knit n yarn will bloom n be softer. so, thought may affect dying. so pre washed some samples before dye. by “wash,” specifically mean run under regular temperature water for like some seconds until complete wet n maybe use hand soap. it do anything? shrug again

n also. know animal protein & plant fiber sometimes have different dye process. but ehhh *throw hands*. proceed “mordant” one of cotton scrap same process as wool yarn.

previous dye experience: need heat source. last time was get help keep boil. this time too little liquid n don’t want get help boil anyway. so got help put in microwave…

[id: line up final product taped on white paper. labeled as yes/no prewash, white vinegar, & heat. there 5 pieces for yarn with varying amounts. all yarn visually look same color & stiff. there 2 piece cotton fabric. they look same as eachother but slightly more vibrant than yarn. end id]

result is…. everything pretty much look same.

because like. yeah. “mordanted” but not really, not suprise 10 20 second dip in room temp white vinegar going make giant difference. microwave for 10 seconds especially without proper scour mordant fixative, also doubt make big difference.

but, is really pretty color. it prettier in liquid, n when squeeze liquid out, get more muted, but still very pretty color, pinkish purplish. beet color but lighter?

n this without wash afterwards—found that. when wash, because not soak for long, n not mordant fixative properly, not heat properly, color mostly get out. some color still stay n become more of a muted almost pastel (as pastel as natural dye can be). n normally like pastel, but want keep this as waxberry-like as possible. so, didn’t wash. result is keep about same color when dry, but stiff n not that soft, as expected.

was just for fun, not going make anything out of, not to wear, not going hang as decoration so not worried abt lightfastness. so, satisfy with whatever this is.

then, with leftover dye, didn’t want waste, so threw in as much vinager dipped yarn as can cover liquid. heat it n let it be in heat for 20 minutes.

bad lighting, but. when wet:

[id: very saturated reddish pink yarn in bowl stained slightly pink & brown. end id]

n after, still damp so feel softer:

[id: first photo two small skein of yarn in pinkish purplish color on top of plant notebook. second photo in ball with one strand yarn lighter than rest. end id]

same yarn, main color difference because lighting not because inherent yarn.

except that one strand lighter than rest—that was test how yarn look like how much dye actually took with all improper but still slightly more effort process (more heat, longer). took more dye than when no heat or 10 second heat, but still visibly lighter.

when dry, that washed strand much softer than rest of stiff unwashed yarn. unwashed yarn slightly darker than previous attempts.

now room reeks of white vinegar.

but. will be enjoying delicious waxberry for rest of week >:)))

.

google search results: “did you mean: how NOT to dye natural fibers”

ultimately knew bad practice from beginning, but not really care, because meant be impulse fun anyway. n occupied me in special interest land for afternoon.

[wowowwild]

The vending machine dialogue for each of the snacks is so funny and cute and they're siblings your honor.

Transcripts under the cut:

Hotdog $7

Edgeworth: "When you're in hot water, you might need a hot dog." ... Hmm... It looks like the slogan was decided through a public contest. And the winner was... Prosecutor Winston Payne... ?

Franziska: Hmph. What a pathetic slogan. No presence at all! Now if it was up to me it would read... "If you leave matters in a Von Karma's hands, everyone in court will be found guilty dogs!"

Edgeworth: ... Objection!

Franziska: Overruled!

Orange Juice $9

Edgeworth: "When it's looking bad, blind your opposition with some OJ!" Are they promoting violence?

Franziska: Don't worry. My whip will make sure anybody following this advice won't be for long.

Edgeworth: (Compared to the sting of a whip, the sting of orange juice may not be so bad.. )

Beef Jerky $9

Edgeworth: "Don't be a jerk in court like these beef jerks!" I see...

Franziska: Objection! Miles Edgeworth! Wouldn't you agree that it's a very clever pun?

Edgeworth: Do you really think they put that much effort into the product name?

Franziska: *with lots of shaking and flashing* Even a foolish fool could understand the foolish thinking of the fool who made it up! *without the shaking and flashes* You're acting so foolishly that I got so thoroughly mad, and am now utterly famished!

Edgeworth: ... If you wanted a pack of these, all you had to do was act like a normal person.

Milk $7

Edgeworth: "Defendant's Fresh Milk!" ... What exactly is that supposed to mean?

Franziska: I bet it means that the milk is freshly milked by various defendants on trial right now.

Edgeworth: No, I think it might mean that this was milked right here from the various defendants.

Franziska: Miles Edgeworth... You can't possibly be serious!

Edgeworth: ... Of course not.

Ham Sandwich $8

Edgeworth: "Don't let the prosecution and the defense make a ham sandwich out of you!" ...?

Franziska: It sounds like it's directed at that ham of a Judge.

Edgeworth: Well, it certainly isn't directed at me. I can out-maneuver him any day.

Swiss Rolls $6

Franziska: "Stay neutral as the Swiss do until the end of these!" ... The end of what?

Edgeworth: Well, I assume it means the end of the trial. I suppose this means that one should eat these during a recess...?

Franziska: You can't eat during a trial so I suppose the only time you can eat them is now, huh!

Edgeworth: I wouldn't mind if you wanted to eat one niw. They come in packs of two, after all.

Franziska: Hmph. We're in the middle of an investigation! Besides, I don't have $6 on me!

Edgeworth: If you want, we can pool our money and buy a pack together.

Franziska: If I have to split it with you, then I don't want it!

[eating-the-inedible]

Here is a list of the inedibles that will be in this bracket

Lava

Orbeez

Orange Joe (fictional "beverage" that's a combination of orange juice and coffee)

Doll shoes

Dirt

Pen caps

Mercury

Watermelon tourmaline

Comet/scouring powder

Moss

Paper towels

Play-Doh

Drywall

Marbles

CD

DVD

Dice

Kinetic Sand

Coins 

Fiberglass insulation

3DS Stylus

Plastic Bottle Cap

Chapstick

Babybell Cheese Wax

Paper

Bouncy ball

Human meat

Venus (planet)

Cascade dishwasher pods

Acrylic Paint

Magnets

Molten glass

Pens

Sea glass

Silica gel packet

Leaves

Cocoa butter lotion

Antifreeze

Pencil Toppers, the lil eraser things

Sand

Tumbled amethyst

Rubber Ducks

The rubber balls from the game Cranium Cariboo

Polly pocket clothes

Poison Dart Frog

Snow

0.1 uF Film Capacitor

The sun

Metal

Eraser

Tide pods

Phone charger wire

Those free wooden pencils you get at ikea (just the wood shell not the lead)

Liquid nitrogen

Aquarium gravel

the weird science juice in the beakers in those stock images

Origami star

Styrofoam cup

Sticky note

Collar of shirt

This submission form

Plastic straws

Glow sticks

Oil paintings

Candle wax

Glass

Nickel sulfate solution/Nickel plating solution

Silicone wristbands

Seatbelt

The wax paper under your Poutine

Forearm (doesn't have to be one's own)

Asbestos

Candy wrapper

“Okay so technically this is edible but I’ve had urges to just take a huge bite out of certain sea creatures before. Like just a chunk from an orca or dolphin or great white or seal, etc.”

“Those stupid wooden spoons”

Furbies

Scotch tape

Artificial grapes (the wax/plastic ones for display)

phone

THE FLESH OF MY ENEMIES

Crystals

Fire

The goo inside  Stretch Armstrong

Headphone wire

Raw steak

Art

Small colorful rubber bands 

Tinfoil

Pencil lead

Cattails (the plant)

Foamy soap

Liquid soap

Bar soap

Flourite

Shiny rocks

Grass

A hunk of random fish swimming by

A live goldfish

Toothpaste

Styrofoam

Price Tag Fasteners

The moon

Pool noodles

Smol frog

Destroying angel mushroom

the smoke coming out of the grain refineries two Mike's out of Gary, Indiana, Usa

Popsicle sticks

Cardboard

My hat

The tiny rocks in school playgrounds

Gasoline

Blue laundry detergent

Spray foam insulation

Battery corrosion

Fiber optic cables

Packing peanuts

Your mother

Pond water

Dry ice

Alkali metals

Chocolate shampoo

Ping pong ball

Bricks, like the stuff you'd build with. Minecraft bricks even, if you want

Hoodie drawstrings

Horse treats

Chalk

Copper (II) Sulphate Water / Blue Science Rock + Blue Science Juice

Ink

Floam

Fabric Paint

Oil paint

that one art piece of the banana taped to the wall

the hotdog somebody encased in resin

“the thin lego plates not the base plates but like the lego piece thats like 2x8 and they kinda look like hershey chocolate bar pieces”

One of those little hamsters

Model magic

Battery Acid (the drink)

manchineel apple

Rubber band ball

The lava lamp liquid

Blood

Rosin

Wax apples

That cake decoration that came with your slice and you're like 90% sure it's not edible... but what if ?

Soap bubble

Lush cosmetics' products

Plushies

Strawberry Shortcake's dolls with scented hair

Wood

Glue

Salt lamp

People who think children are not worth their consideration

Tarmac

Shampoo

Pennies

Poisonous berries

Chunky soft yarn

Crayons 

Rock

“whatever the Chuck E Cheese Ticket Muncher Machine is eating (it's not the tickets) (or the sound itself but that's neither a solid nor a liquid so this is just kind of holding hands with the hypothetical ticket muncher food)”

Snow globe liquid

Chisel tip whiteboard marker

Raw dough

Raw fuckin cactus. alive

Grape agate

Car seat

Succulents

Keys

Lock pick

Scrub daddy

Molten sugar 

Allergens

Lightning bolts

“Bark dust. Like the dirt/bark dust that's under the bark chips on a playground. Not the chips themselves. The dust.”

Clear deodorant

Apple earbud wires

Eggshells

Squinkies

Hello kitty sweatshirt zipper

Preshredded mozzarella cheese

Scrap metal

Rose

All of the rocks at a crystal shop

Origami polyhedron model

Bubbles mixture

Cupcake liners

Hair gel

Curtain rods

Incense sticks

Incense cones

Metal thing that attaches eraser to pencil

Windshield wiper fluid

Plastic pencil grips

Wooden ice cream spoon

Book

Tree

The liquid in levels

Vanilla extract

Aroace flag

Coil incense

California state testing “next question” button

Spackle

Forbidden coal iron french fries

Garage doors that look like chocolate bars

Plastic takeout box

Velvet

Weird anime girl hair

Freezable gel ice pack

Clouds

Necklace chains

Nail polish

Pencil Shavings

Pool floats

Bao Dumpling

Spray deodorant

0.1 uF Ceramic Capacitor

Vanillish (Pokémon)

Fondant

Really fancy pillars

Computers

Favorite song

Tumblr

“THE LITTLE ORBS IN THE MOUSE (aka trackballs)”

“Any cutesy anime character like Chopper or Pikachu”

Wooden fan blades

Balsa wood sticks

Those blankets that look like tortillas

Microwave

Milk and golden honey softsoap

Batteries

1x2 lego pieces

Light bulbs

Slightly melted lounge chair

Cork (the material)

Pineapple coke

Fingernails 

Sparkly lipgloss

Race Car Tire Marble

Gold trophies

Konjac sponge

Shirt

Mandy the Slayer / Orange Spyderco Dragonfly Knife

Malachite

Heater

Glasses Temples

Typewriter keys

EVA foam

Airplane

Sword

Crumbs in the couch

Children

My wife's arm/shoulder

Records

Yellow ACE bandages

Neon Signs

Scented candles

[pbandjesse]

Today was actually a really productive day. Despite how crummy I was feeling for a lot of it.

I slept alright. Not the best, not the worst. Waking up wasn't great. The new curtains made the room hide and dark which did not help me wake up. I did hit the snooze button but would only stay in bed a few extra minutes. James was laying on the floor waiting for me to wake up. We had a nice hug and I let them know how as going to take a shower and wash my hair before I left so they didn't need to wait for me. They said alright and wished me luck and would figure out coming to my appointment this afternoon.

I felt a little better after my shower. I was still really anxious and was still nauseous at times. But I was trying to be optimistic. When I went outside our neighbor, Mary, was sitting on her stoop so I went and chatted with her for a bit. I told her about my high blood pressure yesterday and she told me God will take care of it. She is very sweet.

I decided I would go to the McDonald's in hunt valley before I went to camp. I ordered my breakfast and I have no idea how I messed it up so bad but I would end up with a steak and onion mc muffin??? I literally didn't even know it was an option and it smelled like dog food. Gross. I would disassemble it and it wasn't amazing but it was fine. I was just like. Of course this was happen. On this day I was so stressed.

Once I got to camp I would start working on setting up tomorrow's field trip. I took stuff out of the car to make space and when I started loading in the car I realized the car absolutely stink like dog food and Soni had to keep all the windows open for the entire time I was at camp to just to air it out. Gross.

It took about an hour to get everything set. I went around to each station and I think everything looks nice. Its a staff lead one so I hope that my coworkers are smart enough to handle everything. They are all very competent so I am not worried at all.

Once things were set in the woodlands village I would go down to the lodge to drop off the tech stuff and chatted with Joe for a little about the field trips this week. He was working on taking apart the gaga pit, I assume to rebuild, and would be using big machines today.

I went to the office to print and laminate some stuff. Chatted with Alexi about the new appointment and she made me feel like things were going to be okay. Just a little stressed still.

I would stay at camp until 1030. I would print new schedules because the one Elizabeth did yesterday didn't have the group names. And we chatted about the trip and stuff. We also watched Sarah drive the gator with Obie the mini horse in the back which was very silly looking.

I would go and pet Obie for a while. And drank a juice. And then I was out. Elizabeth said I could stay if I wanted more hours but there wasn't anything I needed to do really (I could have jumped into the field trip today as extra hands but they didn't actually need help) so I decided that I should go home and rest before my appointment.

I'm really glad I did.

The drive home was rough on my. Music made me cry. I was nauseous and stressed. I calmed down enough once I was parking but I was just so glad I was home.

There were some people outside our neighbors's house and it turns out they are the former owners of Tori next door's place and our place! I think they are trying to buy Tori's house back since no one is renting it from them and I'm sure they are stressed about it. They were very nice older white people. I told them how much I love this block but I really hope they put a light in on the corner. Because man. The way people drive on this street is insane sometimes. But I love our house and the people on our block. The guy was like well I'm sold, great reviews.

When I went inside I would take Crabcake out to walk around while I sipped my juice and worked on some knitting. I would also soak Crabcake in some warm water for a bit before I moved all of us outside.

I would lay on the swing for about an hour. Until the sun got to hot on my legs. I was not feeling amazing. I was trying to just chill. But I was nervous about the appointment. And I was catastrophizing a bit. So I kept considering doing things that I wouldn't be able to do if something went wrong. It was probably not healthy.

I had a yogurt. And changed my shirt. Twice. I brought everything inside. And it was 115. And I was like. I am just going to go now and wait in the parking lot.

And that is what I did. James would leave the museum at 130, about when I got to the parking lot. At 145 I went inside and checked in. And James got there a few minutes later.

Thankfully the appointment went very well. I did not get an ultrasound, rude. But we did get to hear baby's heartbeat. 140 and doing well. I think I overwhelmed the nurse a bit with all of my problems and concerns. She had to go get sticky notes to write them all down.

My blood pressure was 120/80 today, much less concerning but still higher then normal. The nurse practitioner that I met with today was so sweet. She was such a good listener and I felt a lot more secure in the plan for not feeling terrible. They are going to try and get me zofran again. And they prescribed me an at home blood pressure cuff to monitor myself. James was very nervous the whole appointment but I think hearting baby's heart helped calm us both down.

They did decide to test me for lead while we were there. Which was seemingly a little confusing to the lab techs. And then the phlebotomist wasn't the nicest. But everyone else is so it's all good. They make up for it.

We made my next appointment. I was smart and didn't for 3 weeks this time so it won't line up with my high risk appointment. And I was feeling a lot lighter after everything.

James biked home and I stopped at five below for candy and looking at the T-shirt wall. I would get the greatest iguana shirt. And the cashier complimented my tattoos and I was feeling happy. Still nauseous but happy.

When I got home James had made me a quesadilla. And we hung out together for a bit. They went to watch a show in the other room. And I enjoyed having the backdoor open. Just enjoying the beautiful weather.

James would set up in the living room to record their podcast. And I would focus my little bit of energy on organizing the basement. Putting things away that have been bothering me and making the shelf over the washer/dryer more organized and I am really happy with the work but man did I get sweaty. And then I was absolutely exhausted. It took like an hour to get the basement all together and Im really proud of the productivity but still. Man.

I laid in bed until James got done their podcast. They brought me a bowl of ice cream. And then I went to take a shower while they are their dinner. They would grab a shower after me.

And now we are in bed. And I am very tired. It's a very big field trip tomorrow. 88 kids. But I am really hoping it's a good time. I hope you all have a good day tomorrow. Sleep well. I love you all. Good night!!

[vintagerpg]

The Vortex of Madness and Other Planar Perils (2000) is the last of the Planescape-esque sourcebooks under the generic D&D banner (itself about to be replaced by 3e). It’s a mixed bag.

The foundation, Chris Pramas�� planar locations, intended as a continuation of the Sites series of sourcebooks (City Sites, Country Sites, Castle Sites) is sound. There’s the titular vortex, the black prison of the Titans of Greek myth, the City of Glass in the Elemental Plane of Water, and the demiplane of invention and a Githyanki citadel in the Astral Plane. All of these are well-realized and interesting. But then there is this linked adventure thread involving the artifacts the Machine of Lum the Mad and the Mighty Servant of Leuk-o. Shannon Appelcline, over in the product listing on Drive-Thru, explains that this was a later addition at the behest of the powers that be, converting a generic location book into an adventure. It’s deeply tortured and even before reading Applecline’s explanation, I could see the pretty clear seems between the good stuff and the stuff I want to pitch in the trash — the adventure thread is mostly delineating in sidebar boxes.

The cover telegraphs it. Dana Knutson’s painting is strange, both evoking elements of Planescape while somehow seeming generic and a bit dull (or uninspired). The stair motif was used twice already (Tales of the Infinite Staircase and The Planewalker’s Handbook), both to better effect. This feels like one final attempt to squeeze the last juice from the planar fruit.

[wroughtplatinum]

Base project - progress week 3

finally got around to continuing this project......... anyway

I've expanded the water facility-thing into some sort of "boiler" room? My idea is, that snow falls into the chute and goes into the yellow tank, which is heated by the lava tank. Snow melts and evaporates, which is transported through some pipes, which are cooled down by a "cooling machine"-thing. The water continues into the pink tank and is filtered, and goes into the large water tank. bingo.

after that i've started work on the greenhouse. i currently use it to mainly grow stuff to make fruit salad. I'm gonna add a section later for ultimate juice production so i can earn some extra pixelssss

[obscure-imaginations]

Part 2 of vamps at the grocery store!

Turel:

-The one pushing the cart.

-Complains when someone is taking too long looking at items.

-Will snap at rude people who don't get out of the way.

-Stops the others from causing too much mayhem.

-Threatens to put Zephon in the cart if he doesn't quiet down

Dumah:

-Always asked to get things from the top shelf

-Loads the cart with cereal instead of actual food

-Practically takes up the whole aisle with the cart on accident

-Gets to hold the coupons

-The only one in the household that prefers orange juice over apple juice, he can be very upset when the others don't get him some.

Rahab:

-Complains about the amount of plastic used as packaging

-Only buys fresh herbs, he'll dry them at home if they need to be dry

-Gets several water flavorings

-Gazes longingly at the frozen pies, disappointed when Kain says no

-If allowed to push a cart, he will ride it down an aisle and almost hit someone.

Zephon:

-Puts things in the cart just to anger Kain.

-He's not allowed to push the cart.

-Buys brown sugar just to eat it out of the bag

-Always asks for duct tape, his only response is laughter when asked why

-He wants to make sure any medicine he buys doesn't have the seal broken, but he struggles with the child safety caps.

Melchiah:

-Wears earbuds to drown out the others

-Wastes money at the claw machines

-Somehow gets lost and ends up in the scented stuff aisle (candles, air fresheners, etc)

-Cools an aisle by opening a freezer door and staring blankly at the products within

-He knows it's basically a waste of money, but he likes looking at the designs on paper plates.

[monstrousgarden]

About the Servile Operation of Steam Engines / Milky Fuel Station back door / Chapter 4+

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Transcript:

[Although steam engines are extremely primitive from the view of internal-combustion engines like us, they have advantages that make them hard to discard. The most remarkable thing is that their existence depends little on their ego level.

As many of you may know, high-pressure steam is required to operate steam engines.

Steam is created by heating sewage water (It is very likely that the reason why steam engines are insusceptible to their ego level is hidden in the heating of sewage water). In the past, roots were used as heating fuel. However, today we mainly use Juice's waste oil and purified frog oil, since the amount of roots decreased along with the amount of sewage water.

Purified frog oil is a by-product of the process of supplying food to Juice. For that reason, we would not be able to keep our current steam engine system alive without Juice. We can say that the modification of Juice not only produced more sewage and milky fuel but also plentiful benefits.

And because of this, we were able to achieve satisfactory results regarding the servile operation of steam engines. We have been successful in using them as power sources of factories and power-generating turbines as well as drive force for the press machines and the mobile bridge. Benefits in our milky fuel consumption brought about by these uses must be immeasurable.

By the way, recently, we have found evidence of someone touching the steam engine control panel in the Laboratory. That control panel controls the two press machines and the mobile bridge that connects to the factory warehouse. Although we do not know the violator's intention, we would like to warn everyone that it is dangerous to operate the control panel without good reason.

As an aside, it is quite conceivable that steam engines with independent minds like us existed in the past. If such machines existed, a totally different relationship that is gender-free and without fear of ego level decreasing must have existed.]

[rainedragon]

Just wondering if you've ever encountered mould on Lolita dresses before and if you have, what did you do to get rid of it?

I'm sorry, I haven't had that problem before. I have had non-lolita clothing get a sour smell from being forgotten in the washer over night because I fainted but that's more of a bacterial issue...

I looked up common household cleaning tips for mold and I would be careful of using bleach or the lemon juice + sun combo on a lolita dress as both will remove the color. Hot water can also make prints run, so be careful with those options. Vinegar is suggested, and that is relatively safe on things that are water-safe (don't bleed). Regardless of what you do, please be careful when handling things with mold. You may want to wear a disposable mask and put the item in a plastic bag while moving it in your home to avoid spreading or breathing in mold spores. (do not leave things in plastic though). I'm really not an expert on mold at all though. A non-bleach laundry sanitizing product might be a good thing to try for the health side of it, I have some lysol laundry sanitizer that I use on things like towels, bedding, and my cat's things, and I also used that when my work clothes got that sour smell from being forgotten over night. It's used in the washing machine like bleach, but it's not bleach-based. I would assume a small amount could be used when hand washing as well. I know that's good for bacterial issues, but I'm not sure about mold. Has anyone else had a mold issue and can share some tips?

[wives-natlho]

Fruit Juice

Coco sat the basket of fruits on the table. Apples, oranges, grapes, figs, plums, lemons, all plump and ripe, hand-picked by the Frontend Manager of the Sweet and Savoury. She had decided to give herself a new title, given her last conversation with Einar. He would be Backend Manager, and in charge of finances and bookkeeping. This was a huge point of trust for Coco. Some part of her was extremely worried about giving pecuniary duties to a known gambling addict, but this appeared to be a good way to get Einar involved in the tavern he owned. A sack of gil slid across the table, followed by a handshake, and Coco was off, fruit in hand. 

Back at the tavern, the groceries were unloaded into neat piles, along with a new device, recently purchased. Coco took a cloth and wiped down the metal machine. A funnel on top was fed one by one with slices of apple, as the hand-crank on the side was rotated in a smooth rhythm. Below, a trickling stream of liquid poured into a glass, aside the mangled husk of the once-beautiful fruit. She picked up the glass and took a drink of the apple juice. It needed sugar. She pushed aside the spent apple mush and cleansed the machine with water, readying the device for the oranges next. 

A while later, there sat a row of jars of colorful liquid, each sweetened with sugar and heated to dissolve the saccharine sand into a pleasant drink. Coco wiped her brow and looked at the results of her labor. There wasn’t as much product as she would have liked. Looks like she’ll need another trip to the Jeweled Crozier. Einar would probably need more than just a few jars of fruit juice, now that he’s trying to quit drinking.

The door locked behind her, as she began her second trip to the market that day. 

[monir21274]

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Alkaline Drinks UK – What Are They & Why Are They Popular?

The UK has seen a flood in the prevalence of basic beverages as of late. These beverages are turning out to be progressively famous because of their indicated medical advantages, for example, further developed absorption, expanded energy levels, and better hydration. This article will talk about the advantages of soluble beverages in the UK, as well as the potential dangers related to them.

Benefits of Alkaline Drinks

Alkaline drinks UK are turning out to be progressively famous because of their implied medical advantages. These beverages are said to assist with further developing absorption, increment energy levels, and give preferred hydration over ordinary water. Moreover, basic beverages are accepted to assist with decreasing irritation, balancing the body's pH levels, and even assisting with weight reduction. Many individuals in the UK are going to these beverages as an option in contrast to sweet soft drinks and caffeinated drinks.

One more advantage of basic beverages is that they are frequently made with normal fixings, like products of the soil. This makes them a better choice than the numerous different drinks available. Moreover, a significant number of these beverages are low in sugar and calories, going with them is an extraordinary decision for those hoping to scale back their sugar consumption.

Potential Risks of Alkaline Drinks

Although basic beverages have numerous expected advantages, there are likewise a few potential dangers associated with them. For instance, a portion of these beverages contains elevated levels of sodium, which can be perilous for those with hypertension or other heart conditions. Also, a portion of these beverages contains elevated levels of potassium, which can be risky for those with kidney issues. It is vital to peruse the markings of any basic beverage prior to polishing it off it to guarantee that it is okay for you to drink.

Also, some of these drinks have fake sugars and other substances added that may not be good for you. It is critical to read the label of any antacid beverage before consuming it to ensure that it contains no undesirable ingredients.

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To guarantee that your office drink distributor is working appropriately and providing protected and clean beverages, following accepted procedures for upkeep and use is significant. It is critical to clean and disinfect the machine on a regular basis to prevent the growth of microorganisms and other impurities. Furthermore, it is critical to ensure that the machine is consistently restocked with new beverages to ensure that workers have access to perfect and revitalising drinks.

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Taking everything into account, office drink gadgets can help both bosses and representatives in a number of ways. They can lessen costs related to buying individual containers of refreshments, as well as decrease how much waste is created by single-use plastic jugs. Furthermore, they can help to create a more pleasant workplace by providing employees with a wonderful environment in which to relax and socialise.

[rametarin]

this all sounds good until you remember China was always a global producer of CFCs, and they only ramped up production AFTER the rest of the world got reigned in to stop using them or face sanctions. And to this day, 60% of the source, that's 6/10, 3/5ths, of the entire world's supply of CFCs producted industrially that today are killing the ozone layer still, come from China. The problem is still more than half what it used to be. The hole in the ozone layer over antarctica is still there. It hasn't entirely gone, because that action only cared about certain countries. And it wasn't a matter of shortsightedness; it could've mandated globally and enforced those rules for developers into the future. It chose not to and chose the language on purpose.

They only cared about the ones coming from the west, tho.

And similarly, Russian stockpiles of nuclear weapons haven't diminished so much as they've just failed and needed to be decommissioned. They still have an absolutely bewildering, hilarious amount of nukes. MAD was imposed as doctrine solely to make sure if Russia struck first, there'd be no juice worth the squeeze, for there'd be nothing left in the orchard. The nuclear weapon treaties haven't really changed much, just given a false sense of security.

In the famous Chicken Ukraine speech by George H. W. Bush (the earlier Bush than G. W), in that era, when the Soviet Union fell, they'd agreed to limit their tanks and APCs to about 20,000 apiece to prevent massive military buildup and panic, given how the SU at that point was mass producing good-enough (shitty) tanks and other vehicles to flatten other parts of Europe in lightning artillery war. So what happened to the tens of thousands of military machines after this treaty was signed? Were they dismantled?

No, the SU moved them, "East of the Ural Mountains" to further parts of the SU and claimed that the treaty didn't reach them there, for some arbitrary reason, and mothballed them. This surplus is today being used to fight in Ukraine.

The hole in the ozone layer is still a thing, thanks to China. And yet, like dealing with a Karen's Golden Childe, suddenly the big thing and bad behavior that Needs To Stop Immediately(tm) becomes a quiet issue that the supposed lawbringers and peacekeepers aggressively silence or refuse to act on, when it's their precious overgrown babby causing the problems.

Miraculous how similarly, these folks so opposed to nuclear war and nuclear weapons went on anti-nuclear power tirades in the 60s-90s, while at the same time calling for carbon and other pollutant free sources of energy. Even banning the reusability of nuclear waste to deal with it quicker and get more use out of each gigantic concrete and steel drum of gray metal, so we can't both decontaminate and exercise the energy out of it quicker, we just have to let it exist as space and wasted potential.

They closed Yucca Mountain because after hemming and hawing, determined even after extensive testing and proven methods, they "couldn't guarantee the water table." They try and loophole and technicality out nuclear power plants, and prevent new ones from being built.

And yet these people do not call for international actions or sanctions on Russia, China or other countries that objectively do contribute to all these problems they believe are both pertinent domestically and absolutely urgent internationally. Almost as if they cared less about the problem, as much as tying western hands together so they weren't allowed to operate in as efficient or industrial a manner.

Look at the way the Greens of Germany practically bent the country forwards and presented Russia its asshole for that natural gas pipe and oil. Where regulations and safety precautions are a great big XAXAXAXAXA, compared to Germany and the EU, with its own safety protocols and standards that can sometimes strangulate development and productivity. Forcing them to buy power from Russia, at great expense to its own security, and giving Russia a diplomatic "do what we say or we shut off your power" switch.

Gadflies and Gaslights.

[digiroads07]

The Beverages & Soft Drinks Market: Trends, Growth, and Insights

The Beverages & Soft Drinks Market is a dynamic and ever-expanding industry, characterized by constant innovation, evolving consumer preferences, and a robust global demand. From carbonated drinks to functional beverages, this sector plays a vital role in catering to diverse tastes and nutritional needs worldwide. The market has shown resilience and adaptability, driven by trends in health consciousness, sustainability, and premiumization.

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The global Beverages & Soft Drinks Market has experienced significant growth over the past decade. With an increasing urban population and rising disposable incomes, the demand for convenient and refreshing drinks is surging. According to industry reports, the market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5% from 2023 to 2030, reaching a valuation of over $1.5 trillion by the end of the forecast period.

The sector is segmented into carbonated soft drinks (CSDs), fruit juices, bottled water, sports and energy drinks, and functional beverages. Among these, functional beverages are gaining traction due to their perceived health benefits, such as boosting energy, enhancing immunity, and improving hydration.

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Sustainability Efforts: The market is embracing eco-friendly practices, including recyclable packaging and reduced water usage during production. These efforts align with consumers’ growing environmental concerns, further boosting brand loyalty.

Technological Advancements: The integration of advanced technologies in production, distribution, and marketing is enhancing operational efficiency and consumer engagement. For instance, smart vending machines and personalized beverage options are shaping the future of the Beverages & Soft Drinks Market.

Regional Insights

The market's growth varies across regions, with Asia-Pacific leading due to its large population base and rising middle-class segment. Countries like India and China are witnessing increased consumption of packaged drinks, driven by rapid urbanization and improved retail infrastructure. Meanwhile, North America and Europe remain key markets, focusing on premium and organic beverage offerings.

Challenges

Despite its growth potential, the Beverages & Soft Drinks Market faces challenges such as stringent regulatory norms, rising raw material costs, and increasing competition. Additionally, public concerns over health issues related to sugary drinks have led to declining sales of traditional carbonated beverages in some regions.

Future Outlook

The future of the Beverages & Soft Drinks Market lies in aligning with consumer preferences for healthier, sustainable, and innovative products. Brands that invest in research and development to create differentiated offerings will gain a competitive edge.

In conclusion, the Beverages & Soft Drinks Market is poised for substantial growth, driven by consumer-centric strategies and a commitment to sustainability. As the industry continues to evolve, it offers immense opportunities for businesses to innovate and thrive.