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madaboutmunson · 1 year ago

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Again - Part 24 - The End

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Steddie fic where Steve and Eddie are in their mid 30's and everyone has sort of drifted apart

Notes: We made it! All the way to the end. A big thank you to everyone that makes it this far. I know there are thousands of other fics you could be reading, and I am honored you take the time out to read mine. This is the longest fic I've ever written, and I'm gonna miss writing these versions of the characters. I hope youve enjoyed reading it as much as I've enjoyed writing it and reading your thoughts on it :)

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The next few weeks, they fall into a happy routine. Every day starts with a breakfast tray with two oat shakes and half of Steve’s meds. Eddie hated it at first, but the novelty of toppings made him grow to love them.

Depending on the day, Eddie either goes through the exercise routine with Steve or if he has to go to work, Wayne coaches him through it, occasionally taking part himself.

Then Steve checks in with the builders to see how Wayne’s mini ranch house is coming along further out on the land. Wayne never complains if anything is wrong or not to his original requests, but Steve has been busy deciphering the eyebrow and sigh slash grumble code with Eddie’s expert knowledge, and he’s almost got it down to a fine art.

The kids were to stay at Jenny and Val’s for a few more weeks, but Steve called them every day once they were home from school.

Their evenings always end the same way. Wayne bids them goodnight and goes back to the RV, then Eddie and Steve build their living room fort together, and Steve got the front seat tonight. So that means Eddie has TV control. He selects a music DVD and talks through the meanings behind the songs or some random factoids that Steve probably wouldn’t remember. Still, he could watch Eddie talk enthusiastically about mostly anything. The way his eyes widen and sparkle, they either stare intensely at the screen or Steve, his one hand always at Steve's chest, the other wildly gesticulating around. Maybe a cushion falls victim to it on occasion.

“You got any plans tomorrow, babe?” Eddie asks happily.

“Other than beating my exercise personal bests and kissing you….hmmm….nope,” Steve answers.

“Awww, Steve, do you have a lil’ crush on me?” Eddie jokes, fluttering his eyelashes and grabbing one of Steve’s hands in each of his own.

“I guess you could say that. I think you’re alright, you know? Kinda cute. Tolerable,” Steve teases and is immediately jostled from side to side by Eddie's knees.

“Kinda cute? Tolerable? Ooof, am I losing my charm? Do I need to revert to my nerdy ways and grow my hair out?” Eddie pretends to be devastated and flops forward on Steve’s shoulder in mock defeat.

“I love you, you stupid ass.” Steve laughs, pressing a soft kiss to his cheek and snuggling backwards into him more.

"You sure about that? Like one hundred per cent, sure? No take backsies? If destroyed still true forever?" Eddie mutters softly as he nuzzles against his cheek and ear. Steve turns slightly to look into his eyes.

"Yes." Steve answers with a gentle smile of adoration, "Of course. Without a shadow of a doubt. To the end of the universe and back. Three hundred and sixty-five days a year, twenty-four hours a day. I absolutely, one hundred per cent adore you. I love you." Steve kisses him softly to seal his declaration, and this is where Eddie normally bundles him up in his arms somehow, and they kiss and melt into one another for hours until it's time to sleep.

But not tonight.

Tonight Eddie gets up and changes the DVD he puts on The Breakfast Club. Steve admires his tattooed topless form as he moves. He looks stronger still these days. Steve wonders if that is to do with Eddie falling into his exercise and eating regime. His jeans still slouch a little around his tiny waist, which Steve has also noted has developed a slight squidginess of content. Eddie complains about it, but Steve loves it. It means he's happy here. Eddie returns and sits back behind Steve as the film starts.

"It's good, you know," Eddie says happily as he reaches for his hands again, leans forward and wraps both sets of their arms around Steve again.

"What is? the movie?" Steve asks, a little confused.

Eddie laughs, "Well, like, everything, but specifically that you love me so much."

"Eddie, did you eat some special brownies today? You're talking in riddles. I love you every day. You love me every day. Why is it any different tonight?"

"Because otherwise, this would be silly of me" Their joined hands that had been draped around him go to Eddie's jeans pocket, and Steve can feel something gripped in their joined fingers, and it's lifted in front of his eyes a black box. Eddie's thumb flicks open the lid, and inside are two silver rings.

At first glance, they look like two plain silver bands, which is beautiful enough, but as Eddie twists the box for him, he begins to see their hammered texture. Steve uses his hand to lift the box when he notices the same word engraved on the inside of each "Aeternum".

"Hey, calm down, love. I don't want heart-monitor-Max’s spidey sense setting off wherever she is, bursting in here and kicking my ass," Eddie says with a smile in his voice, tapping their joined hands against the centre of Steve's chest delicately. Steve is so surprised he hasn't realised his heart rate has picked up, but he feels the deep thuds now. He feels Eddie's chest rise and fall against his back, and he attempts to match it to calm himself. "Don't worry. This isn't my proposal. You know, I'd never do something like that as quietly as this. This is…uh…a just-the-facts ring" Eddie lets out a soft laugh next to Steve's ear.

Steve wishes it was just the surprise making his heart pound, but it wasn't. It was fear. He's afraid he doesn't deserve this, not after what he did. "You're awful quiet with your words there, sweetheart," Eddie says with a hint of worry, and Steve shuts his eyes for a moment. Trying to compose himself.

"After what I did?" Steve asks, afraid to use too many words in case he ruins everything with another tearful display.

"Steve, please, not tonight," Eddie pleads glumly."We're done with all that. We're doing all the things we need to."

Steve deflates in Eddie's arms momentarily, "I'm sorry, Eddie. I'm trying."

Eddie clears his throat. "Well, technically, I got these before any of that happened. So, uh, I wanted to give you this before and after." Steve can hear the smile in his voice, and it's causing a twisted pain in him. He knows Eddie means well and wants to play pretend like it hadn't happened. Steve remembers Eddie sitting opposite him in the kitchen, how he told him he didn't deserve Steve's love, and if this was what he felt like at the time, Steve regrets not being more patient, but Eddie had tried for Steve, and so he must do the same now.

"Why didn't you get ones like your other rings?" Steve asks, and he feels Eddie snuggle up to him a little more, happy for his effort.

"I wanted something special. I wanted them to be like us. A mixture of moments of perfection and imperfection, but it's glaringly obvious they belong together," Eddie says with a hint of excitement. Steve untangles their fingers on both hands, leaving Eddie holding the box in his eye line, and finds the one finger of Eddie's that has no ring adorning it.

Steve carefully takes a ring out of the box and slides the ring onto Eddie's finger, then kisses the back of his hand. As he reaches for the other ring, Eddie softly bumps his fingers out of the way, takes Steve's hand in his, and puts the ring on for him. He kisses the back of Steve's hand and then his temple, "I'll love you for all eternity," Eddie whispers as he casts aside the box, weaves their fingers back together, and moves their hands back where they were.

"And I, you," Steve replies softly, unable to take his eyes off him. He amazed him. How could something that made so much sense right now have at one time seemed entirely impossible? At one time, he thought there was no way Eddie could love him back, and yet here they are wrapped up together, shacked up together, making promises until the end of time together, "So much, honey." He pauses, taking a few breaths, "I'm sorry, Eddie."

"How many times, Steve! Stop saying sorry." Eddie kisses him as if to swallow up his unwanted apologies.

"Oh, I'm not apologising for that," Steve says, getting to his feet and hoisting Eddie up with him, who looks puzzled but smiles all the same, especially when he finds himself wrapped up in Steve's arms, being gently swayed to some non-existent music, as Steve's gentle eyes gaze sleepily into his.

"No? Then what are you apologising for?" Eddie inquires. Though his voice is soft, his words trail away, completely distracted by what is happening between them.

"Because I'm impatient, honey, and because if I love you any more, I'm certain my heart would explode," Steve's eyes swim with fondness as they trail over Eddie's features, as he tilts his head to the side in adorable confusion, "Eddie?" Steve says softly.

"Yeah?" Eddie mutters as he leans against his love, their bodies pressed together so no glimmer of light can get between them.

"Eddie Munson. That's a nice name. You like it?" Steve asks softly, his mouth barely an inch for Eddie's. Their eyes have yet to glance away from one another.

Eddie laughs softly, "I don't mind it, I guess. You like yours, Steve Harrington?"

"I guess," Steve replies dreamily, a smile creeping over his face, "Edward Munson?" Steve asks again, making Eddie's smile stretch into a grin and giggle.

"Yes, Steven Harrington," he says, looking a little confused but happy regardless. Steve readjusts his arms so one wraps around Eddie's back, pulling him in close, and the other reaches up to cradle the back of his neck.

"Will you marry me?" Steve asks in a whisper. Even with knowing how deeply Eddie adores him, it is still a genuine question. Eddie's eyes sparkle as they well up, but they crease at the corners as his smile widens and he nods his head a few times.

"Yeah." Eddie answers, his voice cracking, "Yeah, I think I will." He beams and kisses Steve tenderly. Eddie tucks some of Steve's hair behind his ear as they part, "I love this for us, baby, but you know I can't let this be it, though, right?"

"I know." Steve smiles with understanding.

Over the next few weeks, it was a competition of who could propose to who in the grandest way, and each time they'd pretend to be nervous, even though they already knew the answer.

Eddie calls up a national radio station and gets them to prank Steve with a competition win just so he can propose to him live on air.

Steve hires a skywriter to propose to Eddie when he brings him his lunch at work.

Eddie interrupts a parent-teacher meeting and proposes to Steve playing his BC Rich Warlock through a portable amp, singing "Will you marry me?" to the tune of We Will Rock You. He even gets everyone else in the room to do the stomps and claps.

Steve buys a page in Rolling Stone magazine to propose to Eddie.

Eddie proposes right at the end of an elaborate scavenger hunt they put on after a massive party that everyone is invited to at their house. Steve declares him the winner after that one. Eddie claims his super secret prize when everyone else has gone home later that night.

With same-sex marriage still not legal in the state, they decided there was little point organising anything, but as far as they, their loved ones and anyone bothered enough to ask knew, They were as good as married, and they never referred to one another in conversation as anything less than Husband. If either of them got a hint that it bothered anyone they were talking to, they just talked about their husband more.

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Their first Halloween together is a full-blown production. With a blank cheque at his disposal, Eddie goes hog wild with the kids, making the whole place into a house of horrors. Eddie told everyone to keep it on the cartoony side of things and expressly forbade any jump scares or smoke machines in the house. He said it was tacky, and everyone did that. He didn't want their house to be the same as the next. But Steve knew he'd done it for him so he could enjoy everything without fear of flashbacks. Eddie even hooked up his guitar to play the theme tunes of the trick-or-treater's costumes. Steve dressed as Dr Van Helsing, and Eddie as the infamous Count Dracula. Morgan and Mackenzie opt for Princess Fiona and Shrek (sporting his prize-winning pie rosette), and after much aggressive and whiny persuasion from Corey, Wayne agrees to Agent Smith from The Matrix to complement his Neo outfit.

That night Steve mainly watches. He converses with other parents from the neighbourhood about school topics, but his eyes fall back to the same thing. Eddie. But a specific Eddie. An Eddie with his heart full of unbridled joy. Whether he was running around chasing after kids Corey's age with his fake plastic fangs bared, regaling a group of teens around a small fire pit with a story so terrifying an occasional audible squeal would ring out, or handing out the gift bags of full-size treats and toys with the hugest toothy smile on his face. But what absolutely kills Steve is the little witch, crying her eyes out in the middle of the lawn.

She must be around two or three, Steve guesses, clinging onto a little bucket full of candy, but she's looking around like she's lost something. She tugs on the back of Eddie's cape, and as he turns, he kneels. She takes a step back in fright. He takes out his fangs and shows her he is nothing to fear. He even wipes a finger across his makeup, showing her it's all pretend. She mimics him swiping her on her own finger across his face, and Eddie smiles gently at her, listening and nodding intently as the little girl talks. He asks her something, she nods, and he hoists her up onto his hip, cradling her to his side, and pointing and turning around, constantly checking in with her, making her giggle as she twists the curled ends of his hair in her fingers until a flustered woman runs up and thanks Eddie profusely. He just shrugs, waves them goodbye and pops his teeth back in.

"Everythin' ok, Sunny?" Wayne's deep drawl breaks Steve's focus.

"Yeah, just I dunno." Steve looks at the ground. His voice is a little sad, "Doesn't seem fair." he sighs, looking back at Eddie. Wayne's eyes follow his line of sight, and his mouth parts slightly, maybe in surprise. Perhaps his own sadness presents itself silently this way because Wayne doesn't have the right words for a change, "I just think he would have been great at it."

There is a beat of silence, "You asked him?"

Steve shakes his head, "No. Wanted to a bunch of times. Just can never quite figure out how." Wayne hums in understanding and pats Steve on the back, leaving him to look longingly at his husband as he thumbs at the only ring on his fingers. Eddie senses him as always, turns and gives him a gigantic grin, gesturing at the festivities around him, before blowing Steve a kiss, which he catches out of the air and puts in his pocket, making Eddie roll his eyes and laugh, before heading back to the next lot of trick or treaters.

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A month later, the house's energy is at a fever pitch. Tonight Steve had taken Eddie out. First, to the local premiere of The Fellowship of the Ring so that Eddie could watch it with a room full of people, but then surprises him when he asks if he wants to stay behind and watch it one more time, just the two of them. Of course, Eddie nearly spontaneously combusted on the spot, having no idea Steve had arranged a second surprise viewing for him. Steve doesn't think he'll ever forget how happy Eddie looked in that moment or how many times he'd clench his fists with excitement and then turn and kiss Steve, babbling happily about something he didn't quite catch the first time around.

He was so easy to fall for. Steve could do that every day over and over. Like breathing. Like he was built to do this. To love Eddie. Forever.

Steve doesn't usually make it through a standard-length film, let alone one of this length. Twice. Not without yawning or nearly falling asleep. But the second time around, he only partially watches the screen. Most of the time, he's watching his own blockbuster, a cast of one, Eddie. He watched his eyes with wrinkles at the corners, full to the brim with childlike wonder. Tapping Steve's hand when something comes up that is slightly different in the book, whispering the secret information to him. Even after it's over, Eddie is still full of energy, gushing about how things on screen were like they fell out of his mind, and that's when he sees it. Amid the chill winter wind, a family is dressed up like some of the characters in the movie. A wizard, an elf and held by both of them in the middle, as someone snaps a picture is a baby in a waistcoat and trousers, curls falling around their face, and for the first time tonight, Eddie's smile falls for a second, as he looks over at them, but as soon as he turns to Steve the smile is back again. He twists his ring around his finger, feeling over its texture.

Tonight, Steve was going to ask him.

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Steve turns over and opens his eyes. His bed covers have long since been thrown off in the heat. He runs his hand over the empty bed beside him, sighs, rolls over to stare at the ceiling, and checks the time. It's just gone three in the morning. He swings his legs over the side of the bed, steps into his slippers, decides it's much too hot to put on his robe, and picks up his water. He quietly pads downstairs, walks into a kitchen strewn with bottles, adds his water bottle to the mix, and smiles. He tip-toes to the lounge. The lights are set to their lowest dim, and he can hear a faint voice. He moves closer towards it, staying as silent as he possibly can. Steve's eyes find their target in the low light, Eddie’s topless form pacing around the living room, still softly muttering. He is oblivious to his presence, focusing on something else entirely. Unfortunately, Steve is so entranced by the scene he accidentally bumps into an end table, sending a plush bat rattling to the floor.

Eddie turns to him, whispering, "Not a ninja, Sweetheart". With his cover blown, Steve freely approaches, sweetly scoops in behind him, arms around his waist as he gently nuzzles into the side of his hair, but Eddie's hands don't find his.

"You gonna be much longer? Need anything?" Steve quietly asks next to his ear.

"Nah, I'm good, babe. Just had to find the right song. Seems to have settled things down." Eddie yawns, and Steve looks at his tired but unmistakably happy face. For a second, his eyes look up into Steve's, "Didn't think I'd ever be here, babe. I know things are a little different these days, but I love you just as much," he chuckles and looks down, "Even more some days, you know that, right?"

"Of course," Steve says, leaning over Eddie's shoulder to look down too. In his arms, a beautiful baby girl, a short set of dark ringlet curls adorn her head, her sweet round cheeks rosy from the heat, her long eyelashes rest on her skin as she slumbers sweetly against Eddie's chest, "I'll just bide my time and make her life hell when she's old enough to want to sleep in." Steve jokes and presses a soft sleepy kiss to Eddie's cheek, "What song was it tonight?"

"Through the Never," Eddie beams at Eowyn, "Are you collecting these songs or something?"

"Right now, she's stealing your sleep and my time with you, which I don't blame her for, but that doesn't mean when she hits, I dunno, thirteen and sleep becomes precious to her that her old Dads aren't gonna wake her up blaring a mix CD of all the songs that stole their own." Steve smiles.

"Wow, what happened to sweet old dad Steve?" Eddie jokes.

"I'm still as sweet as ever," Steve kisses Eddie's shoulder, "I'm just trying to arm myself. Wayne's been telling me all about what a cakewalk you were when you hit puberty," he says sarcastically. "And also…" Steve plants a trail of kisses along Eddie's shoulder and up his neck to his ear, "It's pretty lonely up there for sweet old dad Steve, you know?" He whispers playfully, squeezing Eddie's hips gently. "What do you say l go wash up the bottles, prep the next one, and tidy up here? You can get this little one back in her own very expensive custom-made upcycled Fender guitar cot that her Daddy absolutely had to have, and then you can get your sweet self back in ours, huh?" Steve pecks a kiss on his cheek, "And then I'm gonna slide in next to you, and we're gonna pass out on one another with exhaustion until her Royal Highness calls for us again."

"My god, Steve. You say the sexiest, most accurate things." Eddie laughs and kisses him on the cheek, "I love you."

"Love you too, honey."

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The house is chaos.

"Well, WHERE THE HELL IS IT???" Eddie screeches, jogging from room to room before he's stopped abruptly by the sudden appearance of the twins in the doorway.

"Daddy, which one of us do you think is taller?" Ozzy asks, scrunching up his freckled nose.

"Neither of you. You're the same height!" He pauses to look, "Almost exactly, in fact, now, if you'll excuse me, gentlemen, I have a vital ancient artefact to find."

"Can we help? We're good at finding things!" Ronnie looks up at him with his wide hazel eyes. Eddie eyes them suspiciously, crouches down and ruffles their hair.

"No, what I really need you to do is get your hats and sunglasses and the things you want to play with in the RV. Then use the bathroom and line up next to the door. Maybe help Beans get her things together, too,' Kay?" He smiles, gets back to his feet, and runs to the foot of the stairs, almost going flying over a suitcase that slides into his path, but he hurdles it at the last moment.

"Almost, Damn it!" Is a whispered voice, "Sorry, Eddie!" Corey calls out much louder with a slight laugh.

"You gotta be quicker than that, buddy. Line up in ten Cor’,'" Eddie says, shaking his head and laughing, before reaching the foot of the stairs and yelling up them through cupped hands, "Wyn, Morgan and Zee, line up in…nine minutes, and if you see my old iPod bring that with you, please!" He drops his hands, "Nearly there." He whispers to himself.

The front door swings open and in bursts, a Bermuda-shorted, Hawaiian-shirted, wayfarer-sporting Steve. "RV check all done, full tank of gas, road snacks stocked, we're good to go!" He grins.

"And the map?" Eddie looks at him wide-eyed.

"What map?" Steve tilts his head, and just before Mount Eddie erupts, he pulls it from his back pocket and wiggles it at him, "All ready for your plotting, my love. Oh, Jenny, Val, and Mariella are gonna meet us at the first scheduled stop, so if you find something before that, drop them a message way in advance. Jen is already gonna be sweltering in his heat in the third trimester, so please, no last-minute changes because otherwise, she might lose it entirely."

Eddie's tense shoulders drop, and he takes a minute to rush over, fling his arms around him for a kiss, and mutters into his collar, "This place is hell, babe. Full chaotic evil!"

"Wanna switch for a bit?" Steve offers, rubbing his hands over Eddie's back.

"I wanna say yes, but too much has happened in the thirty minutes you were gone, and I'm not sure I have the energy or time to go over the new storylines, babe," Eddie pouts.

"How about this? You sit here." Steve pulls a chair to the front door and guides him to it, "You supervise. Ok? That way, you get to take a breath and make sure I don't miss anything at the same time?" Eddie nods sweetly.

Steve picks up his megaphone from the doorway, and Eddie covers his ears, ready for the inevitable feedback when Steve switches it on, "Kids, cases, journey items at the door in…" he releases the button and looks at Eddie who checks his watch and holds up four fingers. Steve presses the button again and bellows through it. "Four minutes! Don't forget chargers, and to use the bathroom, we won't be making a stop for…" he turns to Eddie, who holds up two fingers, "Two hours. And may I remind you all that Uncle Dustin and Aunt Erica will eat all the ice cream if they get there before us. Uncle Jonathan wants to take a big group photo this year, so please make sure you have something suitable for that. I mean it, Corey! One non-heavy metal or unoffensive t-shirt wouldn't kill you." He clicks off the megaphone again, turns to Eddie excitedly grinning from ear to ear, and starts singing and dancing to his rendition of Madonna's Holiday.

Eddie smiles and shakes his head with a chuckle, "Why do we do this to ourselves every year?"

"Ah, I know this one…Because we love our friends and family?" Steve says with a grin, which immediately drops from his face into panic, and Eddie is out of his chair.

"Oh, what, Steve?! What is it? Dear gods, just one year where we leave on time," Eddie says, hands in his hair.

Steve looks horrified, "I um…I think…I kinda…yeah…I forgot Wayne at the gas station."

Eddie's eyes widen, "How did you even do that, Steve?!" He gasps frantically, pulling his phone from his pocket.

"He's just so quiet sometimes! I didn't mean to leave him. I was thinking about all the other hundred things I needed to check, honey!" Steve complains.

"You lost a full-grown man, babe. This is a new low for you." Eddie says, pacing as he holds the phone up to his ear.

The All along the Watchtower ringtone is coming from somewhere nearby, and they both frantically look around for it before Wayne's head appears around the door frame, "Bumped into Ms Monterello, she gave me a ride back, Sunny." He chuckles deeply, and Steve practically throws his arms around him.

"Oh, you've saved my bacon there, Pops" Steve smiles with relief, patting Wayne on the back.

Morgan and Zee appear at the door first, as always, "Do we have to do this every year?" Morgan complains with his much deeper voice, Zee hanging off his arm.

"Yeah, yeah, we do, actually, Mister fancy college pants, we do. Steve here has already lost a whole human, and we watch Home Alone every Christmas as a warning. This is why we do the lineup."

The kids fall in line, the count is correct, the humongous RV gets packed with people and luggage, and Morgan and Zee get in her car with the excess and Beans.

Steve does the final lock checks around the house with Eddie, and finally, they get into the front seats. Eddie opens the map in front of him, his little packet of different colour stars and flag stickers resting gently on top.

"Ok, guys, who got first dibs?" Eddie shouts, not looking up from his map but raising a hand with one finger extended upwards to retrieve the incoming CD from Corey. Eddie looks at it, "Ohhh, a classic from Cyborg. Nice!" And places it into the stereo.

"Everyone buckled in?" Steve shouts back and receives a chorus of Yeses. He picks up the walkie-talkie and presses the button, "Caboose! You all buckled up, tunes at the ready? Over."

"Yes! Let's go already!" Zee's impatient voice crackles out of the speaker.

“You didn’t say over. Over.” Steve says, confused.

“Dad, I swear….” there is a little whispering which Steve smugly knows is Morgan encouraging her to get on board, “Yes, we’re ready to go. Over!”

"Alright then, let's do this!" Steve says way too enthusiastically for the slow, gradual speed this great hulking vehicle leaves the driveway at.

Despite how crazy it is to organise and how far they have to drive to find a midpoint in the country to meet up with all their old friends from Hawkins that were now spread all over. Steve's heart is packed to the brim. He reaches one hand out to Eddie, who gives him his pinky finger as the rest of his hand is busy with stickers, as the heavy metal screams throughout the RV. He sighs happily to himself.

So yeah, Steve still loved being a Dad, but he also loved being a husband, an easy-going ex-husband, a best friend, a son-in-law, a future father-in-law, and a godfather. But more than anything, he loved the people around him that made him all those things.

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roysexton · 1 day ago

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In addition to the (now legendary) #GrandAm, one of my mother Susie Sexton’s other big purchases 30 years ago, after my grandma Edna’s passing, was this #playerpiano. My grandparents always had one, and they started this extensive collection of piano rolls. And my mom wanted to revisit that tradition.

My dad Don Sexton is donating the piano and rolls to the University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne, IN’s music program. And he had this lovely engraved nameplate added. It’s a good feeling that future generations will get to enjoy this music and (now quaint) technology for years to come. Another beautiful way to honor my mom’s memory and her love of #culture and the #arts.

#piano

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Celebrate Their Work: Display your child's artwork at home or share it with family and friends. Celebrating their creations fosters confidence and encourages them to continue exploring their artistic talents.

Participate Together: Engage in art activities with your child. Whether it's a simple painting session or a craft project, participating together can strengthen your bond and create lasting memories.

Visit Local Art Exhibits: Take your child to art galleries, museums, and local exhibitions to expose them to different artistic styles and inspire their creativity.

Conclusion

Art classes for children in Fort Wayne, Indiana, provide invaluable opportunities for developing artistic skills early on. By enrolling your child in these programs, you are fostering creativity, enhancing fine motor skills, and boosting their confidence. The supportive environment offered by local studios and organizations encourages young artists to explore their creative potential while learning essential life skills.

In a world where creativity is increasingly important, nurturing artistic talent from a young age can set the foundation for a fulfilling and successful future. With a wealth of options available in Fort Wayne, children have the chance to develop their artistic abilities and discover the joy of self-expression through art.

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Open Your Future with Top-Rated CNA Courses in Indiana: Your Guide to Success

**Unlock Your Future with Top-Rated CNA Courses in Indiana:‍ Your ‌Guide to Success**

Are you interested in‌ starting a rewarding career in healthcare as a ‍Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)? If you are located in Indiana, you’re in luck! ‌There are top-rated CNA courses⁤ available in the state that ‌can⁢ help you unlock your future⁤ and pave the way to a successful career in the healthcare industry.

**Why Choose CNA Courses in Indiana?**

Indiana is known for its excellent healthcare facilities and programs, making it an ideal place ⁣to start your journey towards becoming⁣ a CNA. ⁤By enrolling in top-rated CNA courses in Indiana, you ⁤can benefit from expert training, hands-on experience, and valuable resources that⁢ will prepare you for a successful career in the field.

**Benefits ⁣of CNA Courses ⁣in Indiana**

– Expert Training: CNA courses in Indiana are designed and taught by experienced healthcare professionals who are dedicated to helping you succeed in your career. – Hands-On Experience: These courses provide hands-on experience in a real healthcare setting, allowing you to practice your skills and gain confidence in your abilities. – Valuable Resources: From study materials to⁣ job placement assistance,‌ CNA courses ⁣in Indiana offer a wide range of resources to support you throughout your journey. – Certification: Upon successful‍ completion of a CNA course in Indiana, you will be eligible to take the state certification exam and become a licensed⁢ CNA.

**Practical Tips for Success in CNA Courses**

– Stay Organized: Keep track of deadlines, assignments, and study materials to stay on top of your ‍coursework. – Practice Time Management: Set aside dedicated study⁣ time each day ⁢to review course materials and prepare for exams. – ⁤Seek Support: Don’t hesitate to reach out to instructors, classmates, or support services if you need help or guidance. – ⁢Stay Motivated: Remember your⁢ goals and the reasons why you chose to pursue⁢ a career as a CNA,‌ and use that motivation to push through challenges and setbacks.

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Here are some top-rated CNA courses in Indiana that can help you kickstart your career in healthcare:

1. XYZ Healthcare Training Institute – Location: Indianapolis, IN – Program Length: 8 weeks – Course Highlights: Hands-on training, state-of-the-art facilities, job placement assistance

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By enrolling ⁤in top-rated CNA courses in Indiana, you can unlock your future and embark on a fulfilling career in healthcare. Take the first step towards success⁣ by investing⁢ in your education and training as a Certified Nursing Assistant. With‍ the right skills, knowledge, and support, you can⁤ achieve your goals and make a positive impact in the lives of others.

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Whether you’re a recent high school graduate, a career changer, or⁢ someone looking to make a difference in the ⁢healthcare industry, CNA courses in Indiana can provide you with the training and resources you need to succeed. By choosing a ‍top-rated program⁢ and committing to your education, you can unlock your future and build a rewarding career as a Certified Nursing ‍Assistant. Reach out to⁤ local institutions today‍ to learn‌ more about their CNA courses and start your journey towards a brighter tomorrow.

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Benefits Of Buying Home Insurance in Fort Wayne and Decatur, IN

Owning a home can make the American dream come true. Unfortunately, most homeowners consider moving into the new home to be the end of their responsibilities. It is not so. Apart from using the property as deemed fit, it is also essential to protect it from unexpected damages. Buying the right home insurance in Fort Wayne and Decatur, IN, can be a great way to ensure financial stability after a natural disaster. The coverage may be selected according to the requirement though. It is also interesting to note that almost all home insurance policies provide coverage of personal liabilities and compensate for legal expenses. Sure, the new homeowner may be worried about having to shell out the premium every month. Still, the cost is likely to be justified, particularly in light of the following benefits offered by the insurance company:

· Dwelling- Finding the primary shelter damaged and devastated after a natural disaster can leave one concerned and unable to come to terms with the expenses ahead. Unfortunately, one cannot delay the necessary repairs to the property and must take pains to restore the home to its previous glory as soon as possible. Fighting a fire or a tornado that will destroy some part of the structure is impossible. Thankfully, the insurance coverage will come in handy here, with the expenses being paid for repairs and replacements and rebuilding the damaged structures.

· Detached Structures- A home is not always limited to the dwelling structure. Instead, several residences have a garage, fencing sheds, and kennels attached or detached from the main building. The home insurance coverage also includes the detached structures that are a part of the home. It is essential to know that the insurance company will pay up to 10% of the dwelling coverage for the repair/replacement of such structures. The homeowner can buy additional coverage for the detached structures when they are indispensable for the occupants at home.

· Personal Possessions- It makes sense to prepare an inventory including all personal possessions. Home appliances, electronic devices, artwork, jewelry, and furniture will surely be compensated for loss or damage. Depending on the specific terms and conditions, the carrier will partially or wholly compensate for the item. High-value items such as art or jewelry may need additional premium payment.

· Liability- Being held liable by a third party for physical injury or property damage can result in huge expenses. The home insurance policy will cover personal liability up to a limit, with medical costs for treatment of the injured party and repair to damaged property being compensated for. Additionally, the insurance company will also bear the costs and legal expenses should the third party decide to sue the homeowner

A self-employed individual must take steps to ensure a smooth inflow of income and reduce unexpected expenses. This can be done perfectly by purchasing suitable small business insurance in Fort Wayne and Decatur, IN.

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Blog Post - Ellie Ivanova Ponti Currently residing in Texas, USA, Ellie Ivanova Ponti was born in Bulgaria. With an MFA in photography, she left the University of North Texas. She values the intricate relationship between photography and memory, which gradually changes or distorts to create a new one. She blurs the lines between the real and the imagined by using creative methods and techniques that allow photos to change even after they are taken and printed. Her images have appeared in numerous gallery and museum exhibitions across the country and are included in the permanent Human Rights Art collections at several institutions, including South Texas College and the Fort Wayne Museum of Art. Her work is incredible; I'm primarily interested in the Texas World War II reenactments. Although her photos appear to have been edited in a modern way, they also appear to have been taken a long time ago. I feel as though I am looking at staged photos from the World War, but it puts me back in time in a strange way. I find it quite amazing since it makes me feel uneasy. The editing that has been distorted to include additional items appears so authentic yet surreal. Ivanova, Ellie. “Photographic Convergence - the Museum of Innocence.” ZoneZero, zonezero.com/en/open/407-the-museum-of-innocence. Accessed 7 May 2024.

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Fresh Crops! April 15 - April 21, 2024

This weeks newest fics and chapter updates for Harvest Moon and Story of Seasons on AO3!

The Wall Between Us - by Skullygal610; WIP, 20/25, 20k

Rating: Teen And Up Audiences; Archive Warning: No Archive Warnings Apply; Category: F/M Fandom: Trio of Towns Relationships: Female Farmer/Wayne, Female Farmer/Ex-boyfriend; Characters: Wayne, Female Farmer Additional Tags: Adopted, farmer, Hurt, Love, Unrequited Love, relationships, Denial of Feelings, Fanfiction, Parents, friends, Guilt Summary: It all started with a rejection. Scarlett can't seem to get over the loss of her best friend since she rejected his confession of love. Already dealing with her own self-worth and feelings while keeping up with daily life, things soon become difficult when a familiar face from the past comes back to haunt her. Wayne struggles to let go of the girl he loved. However, things never go the way he plans. His parents are across the world without him. Friends are constantly concerned about his well-being. He wants to change, yet she keeps pulling him back. Can they ever hope to rekindle their long-lost friendship, or will it become something more?

Until Dawn - by Flickwisp; Complete, 1/1, 2.9k

Rating: General Audiences; Archive Warning: No Archive Warnings Apply; Categories: F/F, Gen Fandoms: Friends of Mineral Town Relationship: Claire the Farmer/Karen; Characters: Claire the Farmer, Karen, Gotz | Gotts, Thomas Additional Tags: established relationship but not the focus, spooky event, inspired by horror stories/games but also not explicit Summary: A sudden hurricane alert causes more than heavy rains and some falling trees. "Be careful when climbing the mountain. There are no wolves or bears, but you can't be too cautious. Know what I mean?." Once warned Gotz, but what did his words meant, well, Claire will soon find out…

Casual Prompt Fills - by TheBeckster; WIP, 4/?, 2.5k

Rating: Not Rated; Archive Warning: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings; Categories: Gen, F/F, F/M Fandoms: Trio of Towns, Friends of Mineral Town, Rune Factory 4 Relationships: Forte/Frey, Arthur/Frey, Forte/Frey/Arthur, Henry/Lisette; Characters: Female Farmer, Frey, Forte, Arthur, Lisette, Male Farmer Additional Tags: casual prompt fills, prompt fills, one shots, Ficlets, Art, Dark Empress Frey AU, Unhealthy Relationships, Individual Chapters will be Rated, Tumblr Prompt Summary: The collection of prompt fills I have done for the Casual Prompt Events by Love-Bokumono-Fics on Tumblr.

Eve’s fun time - by Thefallen1986; Complete, 1/1, <1k

Rating: Explicit; Archive Warning: No Archive Warnings Apply Fandoms: Animal Parade Character: Eve Additional Tags: **NOTE: Tags were Not Safe For Tumblr. Please See AO3 post for complete tag list ** Summary: Eve spends sometime in her shed…

Fact and Friction - by actaeoncross; Complete, 5/5, 6.2k

Rating: Not Rated; Archive Warning: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings Fandoms: A Wonderful Life, Animal Parade Relationships: Daryl/Pony, Cecilia/Nami mentioned, Gordy/Matthew mentioned, Rock/Molly mentioned, Gustafa/Lumina mentioned; Characters: Daryl, Pony | Aya | Jill, Forget Me Not villagers, Wizard Gale, Witch Vivi, Harvest King Ignis Additional Tags: Slow Burn, Enemies to Lovers, Supernatural Elements, Suspense, Romance, NaNoWriMo 2023, Not Beta Read Summary: Struggling to come to grips with the death of her parents, Pony moves to Forget-Me-Not Valley. She tries to avoid being involved with sprites, gods, or goddesses, only to be drawn in against her will. Pony's only help to solve the disappearance of the Harvest Goddess involves three enthusiastic but not very helpful sprites and a scientist. She slowly learns that she cannot run from herself and to come to terms with her past and feelings��even those for the infuriating scientist.

Tumblr Posts for A Wonderful Life Characters - by actaeoncross; WIP, 44/?, 44k

Rating: Not Rated; Archive Warning: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings; Categories: F/F, F/M, M/M, Multi Fandoms: A Wonderful Life Relationship: Multiple Characters x Reader; Characters: Celia | Seperia | Cecilia, Cody | Gordy, Daryl, Flora, Gustafa, Lumina, Marlin | Mash | Matthew, Muffy | Molly Nami, Rock, Reader Summary: A collection of Tumblr posts for A Wonderful Life Characters x Reader prompts.

This is impossible! - by WolfyKnight5071; Complete, 1/1, 1.2k

Rating: General Audiences; Archive Warning: No Archive Warnings Apply Fandoms: A Wonderful Life Relationships: Nami/Farmer, Nami & Muffy | Molly; Characters: Nami, Farmer, Muffy | Molly, Baddoch Additional Tags: Nonbinary Farmer, Hurt/Comfort, Explaining how they got their son lol, magic baby, Nami panics, Molly helps comfort, Finley is AFAB, Hugh is here very briefly too Summary: Nami and Finn have been married for just shy of a year. They had both been thinking of having kids, but given it isn’t physically possible, Nami never brought it up besides that small talk on their wedding night.

Burning Gold - by AppleBeryll; WIP, 2/?, 2.8k

Rating: Mature; Archive Warning: No Archive Warnings Apply; Category: F/M Fandom: Friends of Mineral Town Relationships: Claire the Farmer/Gray, Gray/Mary the Librarian | Marie, Claire the Farmer/Rick, Karen/Rick, Ann the Innkeeper | Ran/Cliff, Kai/Popuri; Characters: Kai, Claire, Cliff, Ann the Innkeeper | Ran, Doug | Dudley, Rick, Popuri, Saibara, Karen, Mineral Town Residents, Gray Additional Tags: Slow Burn Summary: Claire seeks a new life, will mineral town be what she's hoping for ?

#fresh crop monday #harvest moon #story of seasons #trio of towns #a wonderful life #friends of mineral town #animal parade

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Virtual Sketchbook #1

1.) Five facts about Jackson Pollock and his work Autumn Rhythm No 30:

Jackson Pollock made his first “drip” or “action painting” in 1947, where he lays the canvas on the floor and used multiple methods of applying paint including drips, splatters, and brushworks from above.

Another one of Pollock’s paintings (No. 5, 1948) became the world’s most expensive painting of that time selling in May of 2006 for 140 million dollars.

Pollock had a movie Oscar winning movie made about him titled, “Pollock”.

Autumn Rhythm No. 30 was bought for $20,000 from Pollock’s estate following his untimely death at the age of 44 in 1956.

Autumn Rhythm No. 30 is currently at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

My first thoughts when looking at Autumn Rhythm was that it seemed chaotic and a little overwhelming. Having little exposure in art and not fully comprehending intentions when it comes to abstract work, I felt like I wasn’t understanding what the artist was trying to convey. But the more I looked at it, I began to see the flow and movement in the patterns of paint. After researching the art piece and its creator, Jackson Pollock, I have come to learn that what I first saw as chaos is the opposite. Pollock purposefully and intentionally made each stroke, splatter, and drip the way that he wanted, making the abstract painting a uniquely beautiful piece or artwork.

Autumn Rhythm (No. 30) Jackson Pollock

2.) This is from a picture from a coloring book my mom finished while she was receiving treatment at Moffitt Cancer Center. She had just undergone a bone marrow transplant that required a very potent dose of chemo that left her unable to talk, walk, stand or do much else. She was, however, able to create the picture. She was fighting for her life and was still able to put bright, hopeful colors into it. This was an incredibly difficult time for my family and despite the odds, my mom pulled through and beat leukemia. I have this up in my room as a reminder of the strength it took to get through that time and to always try to look on the bright side.

3.) My name is Mary. I am a 29-year-old Caucasian female (recently turned 29, 30 is still aways away 😊). I am from Fort Wayne, Indiana. My family used to vacation in Siesta Key and always dreamed of living in Florida. We finally were able to move to North Port in 2018. My favorite thing to do when I don’t have much going on is puzzles. My friends call me an old lady because I would rather stay in doing puzzles than go out most times. I have been a bartender/server since I was 19, which is long enough. I am very ready to finish college and begin on a new career path. A unique part of me is that I aspired to be a professional photographer, specializing in landscapes, architecture, and animals. My original major at SCF was Digital Photography, but after I became pregnant with my first child in 2022, I decided to switch to a more stable profession in the medical field. I hope taking Art Appreciation will allow me to learn more about my creative side and I can continue pursue photography as a hobby.

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Artist Research Post 5- Ellie Ivanova

Bulgarian-born fine art photographer Ellie Ivanova uses her photography to highlight the manipulation of reality by memory and the creation of myths. She explores memory and identity in both traditional and experimental photography. Her signature style is set in haptic photography (when using perspective and depth to create interesting framing).

She is experimental in her photography and the way she formats which produces photographic objects that allow the image to evolve and shift its original image. She uses processes such as mordancage ( an alternative photographic process that alters silver gelatin prints to give them a degraded effect), embedded photograms, stitching, ripping, and printed surface deformation to create unique effects.

Her works, displayed in galleries and museums across the United States, are part of permanent collections, including those at Human Rights Art at South Texas College and Fort Wayne Museum of Art. According to Ivanova, her “processes and conceptual approaches through which images continue to evolve after they have been captured and printed, blurring the edges between the factual and the fictitious.”

Not only does Ivanova shoot her photography but she also runs the Third Eye Workshops, which offers photography workshops for children and youth in Roma communities in Bulgaria. These workshops can empower low-income children by providing tools for visual self-expression.

I think Ivanova’s photography is very unique, I love how in her process of creating art she destroys it. This to me is a unique technique I have not come across yet. So often we are trying to ensure that our images are discernible and sharp but Ivanova goes against this. She mixes both studio art and photography to create beautiful works of art. What I can learn from Ivanova is to experiment with different techniques and mediums and not to limit myself in the editing process of my photography.

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Fort Wayne Indiana

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Umbilical cord blood and tissue collection in Fort Wayne IndianaUmbilical cord blood and tissue in Fort Wayne Indiana are collected immediately after birth via a non-invasive and pain-free procedure. The umbilical cord is clamped and cut as usual, but instead of discarding the placenta and umbilical cord, they are collected by a trained healthcare professional. The blood is extracted from the cord using a sterile needle and collected into a specialized bag with anticoagulants to prevent clotting. The tissue is collected by cutting a small piece of the cord and placing it into a sterile container. Both cord blood and tissue are then transported to a laboratory for processing and storage. This procedure is a safe and effective way to collect valuable stem cells that can be used for future medical treatment

Umbilical cord blood and tissue storage near Fort Wayne INUmbilical cord blood and tissue in Fort Wayne Indiana are valuable sources of stem cells, which have the potential to treat a wide range of diseases. To ensure the preservation of these stem cells, they are collected at the time of birth and stored in specialized facilities. The most common method of storage is cryopreservation, where the stem cells are slowly frozen and stored in liquid nitrogen at -196°C. This ensures that the stem cells can be retrieved and used for medical purposes for many years to come. Additionally, many cord blood banks also offer the option to store the umbilical cord tissue, which contains a different type of stem cell that can also be used for medical treatments. Overall, proper storage of umbilical cord blood and tissue is crucial for their potential use in future medical treatments.

CORD BLOOD BANKING IN FORT WAYNE INDIANAWhat is Cord Blood banking in Fort Wayne Indiana?Cord blood banking in Fort Wayne Indiana is a procedure that has been gaining increased attention in the medical world for its potential to help treat a range of diseases and medical conditions. In simple terms, cord blood banking involves collecting and storing stem cells from a newborn's umbilical cord. These stem cells are rich in potential and can be used to help treat a range of illnesses, including certain cancers, blood disorders, and genetic diseases. As a result, many expectant parents are now considering cord blood banking as a way to secure their child's health for the future.The process of banking umbilical cord blood involves collecting the blood immediately after birth and sending it to a specialized facility for processing and storage. The cost of storage can vary depending on the service provider and the length of storage time chosen. There are many factors to consider when deciding whether to bank cord blood, including family medical history and the potential future use of the stem cells. What is cord and tissue banking in Fort Wayne Indiana?Cord tissue banking in Fort Wayne Indiana involves the collection and storage of the cord tissue, which is the gel-like material that surrounds the blood vessels in the umbilical cord. This tissue is rich in stem cells, which are the building blocks of the body's immune and blood systems. The stem cells found in cord tissue are different from those found in cord blood, making it a valuable resource for future treatments.

Fort Wayne Indiana

Welcome to our blog post about Fort Wayne, Indiana, a city that has grown to become one of the most vibrant and thriving communities in the Midwest. Located in the northeastern part of the state, Fort Wayne is a hub of commerce, culture, and innovation that has attracted residents and visitors from all over the world.As you explore this dynamic city, you will discover a wealth of attractions and activities that are sure to capture your interest. Whether you are interested in history, art, music, or sports, Fort Wayne has something to offer everyone.In this blog post, we will take a closer look at some of the most popular attractions in Fort Wayne, including the Fort Wayne Museum of Art, the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo, and the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. We will also explore some of the city's lesser-known gems, such as the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory and the Embassy Theatre.1. Vibrant downtown with eclectic offerings.Fort Wayne, Indiana boasts a vibrant downtown area with an array of eclectic offerings that cater to a variety of tastes and interests. From unique boutiques and specialty shops to trendy bars and world-class restaurants, the downtown area is a hub of activity and excitement. Visitors can explore the historic architecture while enjoying a stroll along the scenic riverfront or taking in a show at the beautifully restored Embassy Theatre. The vibrant arts scene showcases local talent and offers a diverse array of cultural experiences, including live music, theater performances, and art exhibits. With so much to see and do, Fort Wayne's downtown is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the best of the city.2. Thriving business community with diversity.Fort Wayne, Indiana is a thriving business community that takes pride in its diversity. The city is home to a wide range of businesses, from small startups to large corporations, and offers a variety of resources and support to help them succeed. With a strong focus on economic development, Fort Wayne has created opportunities for businesses to grow and thrive in a welcoming and inclusive environment. This diversity is not only reflected in the types of businesses that call Fort Wayne home, but also in the city's workforce. Fort Wayne's commitment to diversity has resulted in a talented and skilled workforce that is able to meet the needs of businesses across all industries. Whether you are a small business owner or a large corporation, Fort Wayne offers a supportive and diverse community that is dedicated to helping you succeed.3. World-class museums showcasing history.Fort Wayne, Indiana boasts an impressive collection of world-class museums that showcase history and culture. The renowned Fort Wayne Museum of Art features a diverse collection of American art, from contemporary to traditional styles, and also hosts traveling exhibitions throughout the year. Visitors can also explore the rich history of the city at the History Center, which houses artifacts and exhibits that highlight the past of Fort Wayne and the surrounding region. Additionally, the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum showcases the history of the automobile industry and includes a wide range of vintage cars and motorcycles from the early 20th century. These museums offer visitors a chance to learn and appreciate the history and culture of the region and are a must-visit for anyone interested in the arts or history.4. Home to top-ranked universities.Fort Wayne, Indiana is home to several top-ranked universities, making it an excellent location for higher education. Purdue University Fort Wayne, Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne, and the University of Saint Francis are all located in the city and offer a wide range of degree programs. Purdue University Fort Wayne, for example, is ranked as one of the top regional universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. The university offers more than 200 academic programs, including popular fields like business, engineering, and health sciences. With such a diverse range of options available, students in Fort Wayne have the opportunity to pursue their academic and career goals at some of the best universities in the country.5. Natural beauty with riverfront parks.Fort Wayne Indiana is known for its natural beauty with riverfront parks. The city boasts over 100 parks, with many of them located along the three rivers that flow through the heart of the city. The parks offer a variety of activities for visitors and residents alike, including hiking, biking, fishing, and kayaking. The riverfront parks also provide a picturesque setting for outdoor events, such as festivals and concerts. One of the most popular riverfront parks is Promenade Park, which features a beautiful pedestrian bridge, a playground, a beer garden, and a stage for live performances. Whether you're looking for a peaceful place to relax or an exciting outdoor adventure, Fort Wayne's riverfront parks have something for everyone.6. Affordable housing and low cost of living.Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a city with a low cost of living and affordable housing options that make it an attractive place to call home. According to data from Numbeo, the cost of living in Fort Wayne is 24% lower than the US average, making it an ideal location for those looking to stretch their dollar further. Additionally, the city offers a range of affordable housing options, with a median home price of $128,800 according to Zillow. This makes it possible for individuals and families to own their own homes without breaking the bank. The city also offers a variety of rental options to fit different budgets and preferences. Overall, Fort Wayne provides a high quality of life at an affordable cost, making it a great place to live, work, and raise a family.7. Strong sense of community involvement.Fort Wayne, Indiana is a city that prides itself on its strong sense of community involvement. From volunteering at local charities and non-profit organizations to participating in community events and initiatives, Fort Wayne residents are dedicated to making a positive impact on their city and its residents. This commitment to community involvement is evident in the numerous volunteer opportunities available throughout the city, as well as the many events and festivals that celebrate the diverse cultures and interests of Fort Wayne's residents. Additionally, local government officials and community leaders work closely with residents to ensure that their voices are heard and their needs are addressed, further strengthening the sense of community involvement in Fort Wayne. Overall, the strong sense of community involvement in Fort Wayne is a testament to the city's dedication to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all of its residents.8. Safe city with low crime.Fort Wayne, Indiana is a safe city with a low crime rate, making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. The city has been recognized for its efforts to maintain public safety, and its police force has been applauded for its proactive approach to policing. The police department has implemented a number of innovative programs to reduce crime, including community policing initiatives and crime prevention programs. In addition, the city has invested in advanced technology to support its law enforcement efforts, including a state-of-the-art surveillance system that has helped to solve crimes and keep the community safe. Overall, Fort Wayne's commitment to public safety and its low crime rate make it a desirable city for residents and businesses alike.9. Accessible transportation options.Fort Wayne, Indiana recognizes the importance of accessible transportation options for its residents and visitors. The city offers a variety of transportation options that cater to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. The Access Fort Wayne initiative provides door-to-door service for individuals with disabilities who cannot access Fort Wayne's Citilink bus service. Additionally, Citilink offers fixed-route bus service throughout the city with accessible buses equipped with wheelchair lifts and securement devices. The city also has a bike-share program called Fort Wayne B-cycle, providing short-term bike rentals in the downtown area. Additionally, ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft are available throughout the city. Fort Wayne's commitment to accessible transportation options ensures that all individuals can travel safely and efficiently throughout the city.10. Growing arts and culture scene.Fort Wayne, Indiana is a city that prides itself on its rich arts and culture scene. In recent years, this scene has seen significant growth, with a variety of cultural institutions, events, and initiatives contributing to its vitality. Visitors to Fort Wayne can experience everything from world-class art museums to innovative theater productions, lively music venues, and dynamic festivals and events. The city's arts and culture scene is supported by a diverse and passionate community of artists, performers, and creatives, who are dedicated to bringing the best of their craft to local audiences. With a range of cultural offerings that cater to all tastes and interests, Fort Wayne is quickly becoming recognized as a cultural destination in the Midwest.In conclusion, Fort Wayne Indiana is a city that has much to offer for individuals, families, and businesses alike. Its strategic location, diverse economy, and thriving arts and culture scene make it an attractive destination for both visitors and residents. The city's commitment to sustainability and community engagement ensures that it will continue to be a great place to live, work, and play for years to come. With ongoing investments in infrastructure, education, and economic development, Fort Wayne Indiana is poised for continued growth and success.

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MAGA parents will have our school theater departments producing drivel instead of drama before you know it. They wouldn't want children feeling uncomfortable or raising WOKE issues. I guess the 2,500-year old "Oedipus" with all its murder, incest, suicide, mythical beasts, and bloody, self-inflicted eye disgorgement is out of the question now?

(NYT) It’s Getting Hard to Stage a School Play Without Political Drama

At a time when lawmakers and parents are seeking to restrict what can and cannot be taught in classrooms, many teachers are seeing efforts to limit what can be staged in their auditoriums.

July 4, 2023

Stevie Ray Dallimore, an actor and teacher, had been running the theater program for a private boys’ school in Chattanooga for a decade, but he never faced a school year like this one.

A proposed production of “She Kills Monsters” at a neighboring girls’ school that would have included his students was rejected for gay content, he said. A “Shakespeare in Love” at the girls’ school that would have featured his boys was rejected because of cross-dressing. His school’s production of “Three Sisters,” the Chekhov classic, was rejected because it deals with adultery and there were concerns that some boys might play women, as they had in the past, he said.

School plays — long an important element of arts education and a formative experience for creative adolescents — have become the latest battleground at a moment when America’s political and cultural divisions have led to a spike in book bans, conflicts over how race and sexuality are taught in schools, and efforts by some politicians to restrict drag performances and transgender health care for children and teenagers.

For decades student productions have faced scrutiny over whether they are age-appropriate, and more recently left-leaning students and parents have pushed back against many shows over how they portray women and people of color. The latest wave of objections is coming largely from right-leaning parents and school officials.

The final act in Dallimore’s yearlong drama in Chattanooga? He learned that his position at McCallie School, along with that of his counterpart at the nearby Girls Preparatory School, was being eliminated. They were invited to apply for a single new position overseeing theater at both schools; both educators are now out of the jobs.

“This is obviously a countrywide issue that we are a small part of,” Dallimore said. “It’s definitely part of a bigger movement — a strongly concerted effort of politics and religion going hand in hand, banning books and trying to erase history and villainizing otherness.”

A McCallie spokeswoman, Jamie Baker, acknowledged that the two school theater positions had been eliminated so the programs could be combined but said that “implying or asserting in any way that the contract of McCallie’s theater director was not renewed because of content concerns would be inaccurate.” She noted that the school has a “Judeo-Christian heritage and commitment to Christian principles,” and added, “That we would and will continue to make decisions aligned with these commitments should be no surprise to anyone.”

Drama teachers around the country say they are facing growing scrutiny of their show selections, and that titles that were acceptable just a few years ago can no longer be staged in some districts. The Educational Theater Association released a survey of teachers last month that found that 67 percent say censorship concerns are influencing their selections for the upcoming school year.

(Photo) After a production of “Marian, or The True Tale of Robin Hood” was canceled by a school in Fort Wayne, Ind., the students staged it at a local outdoor theater.Matt McClain/The Washington Post, via Getty Images

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Im assuming the three are the trio? Valerie gets added last minute, and dani (from the waynes perspective) appeared out of nowhere and girlbossed anyone who questioned it. If jazz is going to gotham u, she also temporarily moves into the manor while the team is in gotham. Im just imagining the fentons/team phantom behaving like invasive species. Bruce invited a few of them, so the rest aren't far behind. They're a package deal.

I like good fenton parents, so they and some of danny's friendlier rogues are holding down the fort while team phantom is away.

Danny instantly clocks bruce and damian as the foreign visiters and immediately investigates. His experience with fruitloop billionaires has him going down to find the batcave. He hasnt been in the manor longer than five minutes and has already figured out everyones identities.

He doesnt keep secrets from his team either. Qualms about outing another hero? No. His team works together as a single unit. Communication was a hard won lesson as they fought for their (after)lives. (Literally the only time they keep secrets is if sharing intel threatens the stability of the timeline, which requires proof in the form of a clockwork sticky note demanding them to not tell.) If his team is staying in batmans home, they have a right to know.

Listen, if batman and robin witnessed them facing The Horrors(tm) like an everyday chore, then team phantom deserves to be a well-oiled butt-kicking machine.

I'd imagine bruce's motives for arranging a student exchange program and inviting the trio to stay with him was to analyze them more closely, possibly train up some of their weak points, and flesh out more thorough contigencies. But i think it'd be really funny if he just *continues* to be one step behind them the whole way.

He orchestrates a scenario where he "discovers" one of them has powers to get an opening to talk about it?

Bruce: so you have powers?

Danny: wasnt exactly hiding it.

Bruce: i dont know how things are where youre from (absolute lie), but here in gotham, flaunting powers is dangerous. It could make you a target.

Danny: more dangerous than inviting a team of unknown meta-adjacents to live in your home right on top of your secret lair slash vigilante hq?

Bruce offers to train them?

Danny and jazz: our mom's a ninth degree black belt and both of our parents are inventors and expert weapons handlers. We learned martial arts, modern weapons handling and how to pilot over fifty different types of vehicles just from them.

Valerie: i joined the team already as a ninth degree black belt.

Danny and ellie: we have multiple mentors in the realms that have helped us master each of our powers, and trained us in fighting handicapped with restricted powersets and limited or no access to powers.

Tucker: i hacked into the batcomputer in less than five minutes without even using any technopathy.

Sam: AND we've all trained under Lady Pandora with dozens of different types of traditional and historical weapons. I'm pretty sure that makes us all honorary amazons.

Bruce wants to see how well they work as a team and partnered up with various bats to gauge their skill sets?

Ellie with damian: Ellie is better at disarming damian than any of the bats. How so? She goads him into attacking, deliberately lets him successfully land a hit, and absorbs the weapon into her body. Bruce tried to prevent it, but damian eventually snapped and full body tackled her, not holding back. Somehow, neither got worse than bruises and ellie declared damian her new best friend. Damian has changed loyalties.

Tucker, Tim, and Barbara: tim and barbie started out trying to guage tucker's level of ability. They started a hackathon that lasted a whole weekend, nobody slept, and nearly every socialite in gotham connected to the court of owls was arrested for some exposed crime or another.

Jazz: everyone she gets paired with ends up bawling their eyes out, beelining straight to bruce to give him a hug and insist that he needs to spend some one-on-one with her as well. Jason straight up proposed to Jazz and declared that he'll change his name to Fenton. Somehow, he now has ghost powers. Both insist that they had absolutely nothing to do with the joker's severed remains washing up in gotham harbor two weeks later, which might actually be true as all of jazz's free time is currently being spent adopting talons.

Danny, Cass, and Stephanie: Bruce is very certain that he'll be cleaning glitter out of the cave until the end of time.

Valerie and duke: they seem perfectly behaved, but bruce just knows their hiding something. He knows it deep in his bones. (Plot twist: valerie killed the joker.)

Sam and dick: dick introduced sam to harley and ivy. Sam has disowned her parents and declared ivy to be her adopted mom. Nobody else in team phantom is surprised by this turn of events and have advised bruce to 'just let her get the pent up aggression out of her system. She's earned it."

Bruce sitting at the batcomputer staring at the empty file called "team phantom contingencies" with soul crushing despair?

Danny: here's my contingency file. All plans are categorized by how physically painful they would be, how temporary or permanent the measures would last, and what kind of long term consequences each would have.

DP x DC Prompt: The Watchlist

Batman has a watchlist. A list that contains every individual who could become a rouge and a contingency plan for if they did.

And while they, his children, often make fun of his paranoia and him for having it, they totally understand why he did. They lived in Gotham, for Christ's sake. Where everyone’s just a pin drop away from being the city’s next big villain, forcing the bats to scratch their heads while playing cat and mouse with a sicko for a good few weeks. And while they won’t admit it, the list has helped them a few times.

But that won’t stop them from making fun of any of the list’s new developments. Because you see, there was a new list. And it wasn’t just a watchlist. No, no, no. It was The Watchlist.

It was a new development after he and Robin went on an out-of-state mission to investigate some town in bum fuck nowhere Illinois. And it was under some pretty tight security as well, so they were expecting something good, like mad scientists or evil mayors. Not profiles of the kids who lived in the town. And while there were a few metas and vigilantes that made the list interesting, by the end of it all they just seemed to be teenagers.

Until they saw Damian. They hadn’t seen him since he came back from the mission with B. He looked tired. Like ‘Tim hasn’t slept in a week and is surviving on just coffee beans’ tired.

“Ah, I see you all have found it. Good. A few of them will be arriving next week as they’re a part of Gotham Academy’s student exchange program. At least three of them will be staying in the manor with us. Father will need you all to be on standby and to be ready for any possible scenario. Please, for the love of all that is good, do not encourage them in any way, shape, or form. And please do not dismiss them either. The outcome of doing that will be much worse. Is there more that I should add? Yes. Will I? No, because you won’t understand. Not until you've seen what I have.”

The demon child sighed, then looked them dead in the eyes. “Godspeed to us all.” Then walked away.

Okay, they were scared now.

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