#Work and Live in Germany

[lakeshorediving]

An AU where the twinyards don’t meet until even mater in life— as in after college where everything from Andrew’s end goes almost the same minus Aaron and Nicky being in his life. He still makes it Palmetto, still meets Kevin and Neil and goes pro. Aaron on the other hand becomes a nurse (I have my reasons for this) never goes to Palmetto, and they only meet because one injured Neil Josten ends up on his unit. Aaron is about at his wits end because Pro Exy player Neil Josten (whoever that is because Aaron doesn’t follow Exy), who is on a lot of pain meds, keeps calling him Andrew and Aaron is about 5 seconds away from making the on-call resident very upset by requesting another CT scan of Josten’s head because surely his brain is scrambled. There’s nothing more that Aaron wants than to go home and fall face first into bed which is of course when his charge nurse walks up to him with a sheepish look, nearly begging him to stay another 4 hours because his relief’s kid is apparently sick and she can’t come in until 11am, which makes Aaron want to die so naturally he agrees, which means another 4 hours of Neil Josten at the end of his shift hooray.

And so of course Neil Josten calls him “Andrew” once more while Aaron is checking his IV (note: it’s now visiting hours), and Aaron, exhausted and cranky and just had to dodge a bedpan being thrown at his head, feels his eye twitch violently as he politely (read: thru clenched teeth) reminds Pro Exy Player Neil Josten once again that he is not Andrew—

Which is when another voice pipes up from the doorway, fresh scent of coffee in the air that nearly has Aaron salivating, who says “correct, you are not Andrew. I am.”

And Aaron turns around to see his mirror image standing in the doorway.

[spaceman-spaetzle]

I think Gil and Lud both have strains of OCD and I don’t think it’s relevant to the whole “They’re So Anally Clean”

I think they’re just trying to function daily with the horrors (living with OCD, fear driven, etc)

[shiftingtomydrs]

I just found out you can only go to hogwarts if you're from the uk or Ireland... well there goes me living in Germany I guess, gonna have to move my family to the uk now 🙄🫡

[al-mayriti]

Noting that I went to a catholic high school in the midwestern US, I would say that between 30-40% of my classmates followed a life path similar to the following (so not even half, but still a significant amount):

1) Age 18-21: start dating someone in uni

2) Age 22/23: get a job shortly after graduation (or have one already organized, probably from a summer internship while in uni)

3) Age 22-24: get engaged to your uni bf/gf within a year of graduating, once you both have jobs basically

4) Age 23-26: wedding within a year or two of getting engaged, also buy a house if you have that kind of money lol

5) 9 months to 1 year after wedding (so 24-26 generally): baby!

I think it's important to note that this culture is able to continue because many college-educated young USAmericans are able to get a decent job very soon after graduating, which speeds up the rest of the process quite a bit. For people who are not able to get a job quickly, or who choose to do further studies, add on a few years. (And for people who don't go to uni, subtract a few!)

yeah i was gonna say, the only thing i envy of that is the getting a job so early and easy lol. i think that's also the main difference or why people aren't married so early here. in my experience (note that i went to a private upper class school so almost everyone went to university and pretty much everyone is employed right now except me lol)

1) 18-23. uni. a bunch of them were dating before uni, others during, some after, you know how it goes. and also a lot of them didn't date (like me).

2) 23-25. finishing uni, doing a master's degree, and or living abroad (usually to work).

3) 25-26. come back to spain and work here, or finished studying and got a job. they start dating seriously.

4) 26-28. if they've been dating for a while, engagement. if not, they continue the grind. if they live abroad especially which is honestly more than half of my circle rn they won't want to get engaged until they come back or decide to stay in the other country (normally their partner is from there).

5) 28-30. this is the future for me so i'm just speculating, but here is marriage + baby for those who can afford it. keep in mind most of us this age are still living with our parents so. that's another thing to have in mind.

more or less that's the idea here. you first want to have a stable job, then a stable house, and then you can start thinking about proposing and weddings and kids. and that doesn't happen soon.

[kentuckyfriedsatan]

Got gendered correctly in the train by a sweet grandma even though I was crocheting a pink dragon, great success…got called a fag ten minutes later, at least they though I was a guy so I see that as success too lol

[satoniko]

forever savouring the feeling when ppl ask me how long my trip here is gonna be, and i can easily reply with "oh i live here" ugh it always hits the spot, i've really made it

[kiatnirans]

Like not only I’m going to meet BillyBabe on the 24th of November at the Berlin fanmeeting, no. I also bought a ticket for this event which means I’m going to meet all of these amazing people who created the most wonderful bl’s what exists.

Yuan, Pepzi AND Bee worked together on ‘my stand in’.

Bee alone wrote for many bl’s the script I consider my favorite such as ‘bad buddy, a tale of thousand stars, vice versa, my school president… etc.

Pepzi directed kinnporsche and is the director of the upcoming bl ‘sweet tooth, good dentist’ with Mark Pakin and Ohm Thipakorn. Helped (assist) to direct Bad Buddy, Voice in the Rain, Dark Blue Kiss and one of my faves ‘Great Men Academy’.

I’m meeting Yuan a second time (first one was at the ifylita special screening in Berlin). She produced my stand in, manner of death, after dark and was an executive producer for I feel you linger in the air which is one of my ult faves probably 🥰

And then we have Aof the one who directed and wrote (giving some examples of my faves): a tale of thousand stars, dark blue kiss, our skyy2: a tale of thousand stars, our skyy2: atots x bad buddy. Produced Wandee goodday, hidden agenda, only friends, 23.5, never let me go, my school president, the eclipse. Is an executive producer for p.s. I hate you also is the director of the upcoming bl sweet tooth, good dentist and US the series

Like do you get what I mean… 😭 such inspirational people who created some of the beautiful bl’s I know and identify myself with some of the characters they created 🥹

[vishnutech]

Preserving Indian Culinary Traditions in Germany: A Taste That Travels Across Borders

When you’re living thousands of kilometers away from home, it’s the little things that make you miss India the most—the familiar sounds of a pressure cooker, the spicy aroma of tadka, or the first bite of a hot paratha dipped in pickle. For Indians in Germany, food isn’t just about sustenance; it’s a bridge to identity, memory, and comfort.

As immigrants and expats work to build new lives, they also find ways to preserve the essence of where they came from. Cooking traditional Indian meals is one of the most meaningful ways to do that. And to do it right, access to authentic Indian groceries becomes not a luxury—but a necessity.

Why Indian Kitchens Abroad Still Matter

In the Indian household, the kitchen is more than just a space to cook—it’s a place where families bond, traditions are passed down, and memories are made. When you move to a new country, especially one like Germany where local supermarkets are stocked with unfamiliar products, recreating those meals can be difficult.

But it’s also empowering. Cooking Indian food abroad is an act of continuity. It keeps your culture alive—not just for you, but for your children, your friends, and even your German neighbors who are curious about your cuisine.

The Foundation of Indian Food Starts with Rice

If there's one ingredient that unites India’s diverse culinary landscape, it's Rice.

Rice is at the heart of daily meals in Indian homes. From the fluffy basmati that accompanies North Indian gravies to the short-grain rice used in South Indian curd rice or lemon rice, it’s an essential staple that transcends regions. It’s served during weddings, offered in temples, and eaten in the simplest home-cooked meals.

Outside India, not all rice is created equal. European supermarkets may offer jasmine or sushi rice, but these cannot replicate the taste or texture required in Indian cooking. That’s why Indian grocery stores in Germany play such a vital role. They offer a wide selection of rice varieties—basmati, sona masoori, idli rice, matta rice—making it possible to cook every dish exactly the way it was meant to be.

Whether you're preparing biryani, pongal, khichdi, or puliyogare, the right rice makes all the difference in authenticity and taste.

Embracing Culture Through Ingredients

For many Indian families abroad, food becomes the strongest cultural expression. Children growing up in Germany might speak German at school and watch Western TV shows, but when they sit down to a plate of dal-chawal or sambar-rice, they’re participating in a tradition that goes back generations.

Indian grocery stores abroad help sustain that connection. From essential spices and flours to traditional sweets, frozen snacks, and regional products, these stores offer everything needed to bring the Indian kitchen to life—wherever you are.

Celebrating Festivals Away from Home

Food is central to every Indian festival, whether it’s preparing sweets for Diwali, fasting meals for Navratri, or a rich feast for Onam. Even when you're celebrating away from extended family, the right ingredients can make it feel just as special.

Indian stores in Germany stock everything from pooja items and ghee lamps to festive snacks and seasonal sweets—making it easy to celebrate every occasion with full authenticity.

Online Shopping for Convenience and Choice

As life gets busier, more people are turning to online platforms to do their grocery shopping. Indian online grocery services in Germany offer a wide range of products with:

Region-specific categories (e.g., South Indian, North Indian, Jain food)

Delivery across cities and towns

Fresh stock updates and discounts

Easy browsing in English

Safe and secure checkout

This helps students, working professionals, and families save time while staying connected to the flavors they love.

Final Thought

Cooking Indian food in Germany is more than a habit—it’s a celebration of identity. With the right ingredients, every meal becomes an emotional experience, a moment of connection, and a way to preserve your roots. Thanks to the availability of a trusted Indian grocery store in Germany, you no longer have to miss out on tradition, no matter how far from home you are.

[eversncenewyork]

oh yeah

[thegreatyin]

is the scoundrel bourgousie or just aspiring

oh she's 100% bourgeoisie. she's spent most of her life in the lowermost rungs of german nobility. she's training to become one of the tyrant merchant kings of london. she's literally a victorian railway baron. her ass is NOT seizing the means of production (because she already owns them)

[bonemeal12]

I dont want to SKETCH ANYMORE I DONT WANT TO PAINT I WANT TO SEE WHAT EDWARD ELRIC DOES IN GERMAAANNNYYYYYY

[whitehartlane]

in case anyone would like to watch minhyuk he should be starting in gangwon’s match against jeonbuk today :) you can watch here for free! kickoff at 11:30 uk time!

[eli-is-an-idiot]

double ads between the end and dead should be a capital crime

[lunatic-fandom-space]

merry us-election to those who celebrate, lets hope that third assassination attempt is actually sucessful eh

[soundlikesblue]

The amount of times people ask me if I work as a volunteer at the library is crazy btw. First of all, do you think I, at 23, have the money and time to just be at the library at 8am on a Wednesday. Also people ALWAYS ask this because in their heads, working at the library just isn't work. A lot of people genuinely assume that library workers just read and drink coffee all day. And then they are surprised to hear about the work that goes into running a library, organising events etc.

[gu6chan]

i would kill for a cup of this right now