#artificial lawns and dogs

[homelawncare]

Discover how artificial turf eliminates pet odor while creating a fun, low-maintenance space for your furry friend. Learn tips for odor control today!

[montereyturflg]

Use these expert tips for cleaning dog urine from artificial grass in Monterey, ensuring a fresh and hygienic yard for your pets without damaging your turf.

[tturfs]

Removal Dog Urine Smell from Synthetic Grass

Synthetic grass is a practical and visually appealing solution for pet owners, but lingering odors from dog urine can be a challenge. Titan Turf offers expert advice and products designed to eliminate unpleasant smells, keeping your outdoor spaces fresh and hygienic.

[stocktonartificialgrass]

Learn expert methods to remove dog urine odor from artificial grass, ensuring your backyard stays fresh and clean. Follow our guide for a pristine, pet-friendly outdoor space.

[heavenlygreens]

Meta Description: Discover how artificial grass can revolutionize your lawn care regime, creating a pet-friendly environment that requires minimum maintenance. Explore your options with Heavenly Greens.

[jordanraye47]

Izzy headcanons that aren’t an entire fic🔥

Answers scam callers the best way possible “hi welcome to Pete’s roadkill pizzeria where yesterdays loss is todays sauce, how may o help you?” Like that’s her duty

Considering she’s a literal famous actor, she probably has a social media accounts, and even though she rarely posts, when she does, she’s on the damn edge of being canceled.

^ “damn getting arrested for no reason🔥 guess orangre really is the new black”

Speaking of spelling mistakes (no I don’t know how to spell organge), she has dyslexia.

She’s not th favourite kid we could all tell.

Regardless of how much she smiles normally, she can not for the life of her smile for pictures. So 90% of the time her pictures looks like an alien that hasn’t quite figured out where they are, or just a thumbs up.

Thst or that stupid Lin manuela (I think that’s his name) pose.

Speaks crazy many languages, including ASL

She has very good curls, just doesn’t care to take manage them (yes this is me being desperate for representation of girls with curly hair that doesn’t know how to mangene them)

That and the reason she wears the bathing cap is because chlorine FUCKS UP curly hair oh my gosh soaking from experience 🙏

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again; Scarlett is her older sister.

dicorced nightgown porch cigarette mom and Texan truck motel dad that doesn’t give a shit what their kids do.

Always slightly thrown off when someone is nice to her bushes so used to Noah and Eva’s “mean love” or whatever you call it.

This girl did NOT have friends in school she BIT the other students

Favorite subject is art and sience (I have dyslexia you stuf don’t correct me)

So smart and also so stupid ^ “so what’s the square root of 589 iz?” “24.269.” “ok so do you think Pluto should be considered a planet?” “No of course not he’s a dog. Did you not watch Mickey Mouse”

“Parents got confused and chose daughter on anti-psychotics”

deadass i think her pshycosis is a genuine problem to her but it’s so easy to take it as a joke so she just goes along. (Read “artificial lawns” on AO3 by necrosys its very well explained there)

Has THE most vile t-shirts ever and she wears them in public with a pair of long ads jorts like she’d Adam sandler

Like these <33 - she lives on a farm it’s true she told me

She’s actually pretty funny she just can’t tell a joke without laughing at it herself

She is banned from the kitchen in every kitchen in the world

Izzy Cody and Duncan would be such a fucked up trio I’d love them

I got this from @kijosakka but she’s a really good braided us give her like 20 minutes.

Still has all her baby teeth in a jar

I wanna write some angsty ones so bad but I’m not putting you guys through all that.

I truly believe that Heather and Izzy used to be so good friends but after Heather got a teste of sweet popularity she didn’t hesitate to leave Izzy behind.

She has a secret room in her room

Snacks on yogurt and frozen fruit

She’s covered in freckles so badly like it’s top to toe

Can raise one eyebrow

her mother or herself are the only ones that cut her hair

^ and she has probably never been to a proper hairdresser

That’s all i have for today don’t forget to like and subscribe if you want morir epic content 🔥🔥

[technicianuprisingau]

Cast Introduction: Robobot Armor

"Go on! Try that sh^t again, I dare you! Harm my team and I'll be more than happy to shove this drill right up your ass!"

Basic Info

Name: Robobot Armor Age: chronologically 3-ish months [by the end of Planet Robobot], mentally around late teenager to young adult-ish Gender: Genderfluid | they/them Orientation: Aroace Birth Date: June 10, 3013 Place of Birth: Green Greens, Dreamland, Cookie Country, Planet Popstar Hometown: Star Hill, Dreamland, Cookie Country, Planet Popstar (also current residence) Species: Technological artificial being [mechanical] Job: Adventurer, protector Other names/titles: The Truthful Steel Defender, Tincan [Bandana Dee] Alignment: Chaotic Good Affiliation: Team Starstruck

Personality

Robobot Armor is the guy who will be more than happy to ram you to the nearest pavement if you ever try putting your hands on Team Starstruck, and thrives on rage and intimidation by aggression for it. They keep up this angry beast facade to deter anyone from harming their team... and the fact they are bigger and stronger physically than the rest of the team helps. They are not precisely the team's attack dog, they are moreso a pissed-off-the-rockers feral cat who will hiss at you if you try to enter its lawn. But with their team and their loved ones, or - as rare as it may be - to those they sympathize with though? Different story. This guy over here is softer than what others expect them to be, usually shown afraid of their own strength at times, or just trying to hold back their emotions. They have a tender heart underneath all that heated exterior, it's just that they don't show it to strangers or potential enemies. It's usually Kirby and Bandee who keep them from going feral 24/7. Perhaps there is a part of them that actually just wants to be accepted fully as themselves, despite their flaws and limitations. They are still sometimes feel a bit envy on how biological beings can live their life too. Like, the fact they could do things such as eating and drinking, enjoying things without worrying about their size and weight, or just the fact they are easier to be accepted in society, does seem enticing from time to time. Though, honestly? The easiest way to befriend them is simple: Just don't provoke their fury. Seriously, this guy's real explosive piece of work, I'll tell you. But gain their trust - and don't break it - and you'll get someone who will have your back.

Relationships

Kirby

Status: best friend, technician partner, fellow team member

Partners as old as time. Without Kirby, Robobot Armor wouldn't exist here, and without Robobot Armor, Kirby will be less likely to survive in that stupid war. Some say that Robobot was instinctively born from Kirby wanting to have a friend when he found the Adaptor Chip and accidentally activated it, but either way, these two were indeed made for each other, whether intentional or not. These two share a braincell, though it's mostly Kirby's the one holding it. Kirby felt as if he is the father and sibling to the mechanical suit at the same time - he ensures the guy keeps their head straight and doesn't lose their moral compass, while Robobot protects him like a big sibling trying to keep the others safe. It’s a guarantee to see Robobot being very overprotective of Kirby and will be willing to throw hands if anyone tries anything with him, but at least Bandee or Kirby himself can keep them in check. It's a learning curve, but they'll get there.  After all, they didn't just copy Kirby's abilities, but in a sense, also his heart. And they are thankful for it. 

Bandana Dee

Status: best friend, rival, fellow team member The second leash. Once they defected from the HWC in full, at first Robobot thinks that Bandee is… useless, in a sense. They have been protecting Kirby a lot more that he is, so why should he do it too to begin with? It didn't help that Bandee was hostile to him too, for his own reasons, though in the present the two have made up and decided to ‘delay’ that rivalry until Robobot can get their body back.  Despite their past hostility, now that the two are friendly to each other they enjoyed a pretty straightforward relationship. They still tease each other once in a while (calling each other Tincan and Shortass never gets old) and overall shows great teamwork. The moment Robobot got their vessel back though… sparring became the duo's obsession. They would do it any time whenever nothing happens, even late at night, much to Kirby's horror.  At least, they've gotten along pretty well! They both accepted they can protect people together, and stuck by it.

Meta Knight

Status: mentor Oh f•ck. Not this guy. Meta Knight is a person of many adjectives, but ‘nice’ isn't one of them, being the strict and aloof guy he is. Combine that with a rebellious, foul-mouthed soul who is willing to disrespect anyone, and you have a recipe for disaster. The only reason they became Meta's student to begin with? Kirby is right there. At least they'll try it out for him. Robobot blames Meta for leaving Kirby vulnerable during the war by fighting the HWC mostly on his own without keeping Kirby nearby, resulting in a vulnerable Kirby who would've been dead if Team Starstruck was never there… though in Meta's defense it was out of his control. Meta himself didn't appreciate how improper and brash Robobot is as a person, sometimes thinking they could be a bad influence to Kirby with all the swearing and what not. Despite the disliking though, Robobot has to begrudgingly agree the old man has his uses, at least, and the feeling is mutual. Also, don't ever bring up Halberd Mode. Just don't. None of the two wanted anything to do with it.

Taranza

Status: friend It's honestly not a surprise to see two flower enthusiasts chilling together, but it's even more of a surprise that said two enthusiasts are... someone who watched their loved one die and someone who is the loved one to others that (ALMOST) died. But friendship finds itself in unlikely spots, after all. Usually, the two trade flowers and plants to bring home, with Taranza usually giving the mechanical suit some specific flower breeds as testing. Honestly, Taranza and Robobot Armor find each other as good companions that aren't their initial friend circle. Of course, the flowers help, but the two had gotten philosophical about the straining price of living and moving forward, as well as many other things. It's oddly calming for Robobot to talk to Taranza regarding their own issues as an outside opinion, while Taranza really finds Robobot's interest in flowers pretty flattering. They are always welcome to visit his garden whenever, as much as Taranza is concerned. And Robobot's thankful for it.

-Additional Notes-

Robobot Armor doesn't have issues with the HWC as of current. Generally though, they are fine with leaving anyone alone as long as they don't f^ck with their team. They do, however, hate one specific person from the HWC - more on that later...

It's common for those who have far worse experiences with the HWC to feel uncomfortable around their presence, much to their sadness and disappointment.

Battle Data

Basics

Magic: [none] Weapon: Basic Tools [Drill and Wrench], [REDACTED] Other Equipments: Ability Scanner Copy Ability Classification: Pure

Battle Style Analysis

Due to being binded to Kirby's Adaptor Chip, Robobot Armor shares some similarities with the Technician ability he is holding. They have their own Ability Modes (known as Battle Modes) and changes appearance and weapons accordingly. However, they have less choices - they have 13 configurations total, not including Halberd Mode and Final Weapon - but more consistent, but bigger damage output. In other words, what Robobot Armor lacks in variety, they back it up with sheer strength. Though they can't do anything without their vessel, as their holographic form means that they can't attack anything and would go down in one hit... Strengths: has incredible strength, vessel is extremely durable and resistant to pain, has some varieties to cover via Ability Modes, immune to most status effects Weaknesses: Slow speed, can be overwhelmed with speed and numbers without back-up, stuck in short range without a viable ranged mode, vulnerable without a vessel in general, [REDACTED], [REDACTED]

Backstory

The Haltmann Works Company’s Combat Armor has been known to be one of their well-known weaponry suits back in the heydays. It is one of the first things that they made upon their establishment, as a way to help security efforts in protecting goods.  Its design had evolved over the years, but it wasn't anything too fancy. It was meant for an all-purpose, basic thing, after all, essentially it’s nothing too special… as long as it can fight, then it works well. Its blueprint became upgraded and perfected over generations and different versions. It was not the most dangerous per se, but still feared by those who are unfamiliar with its existence, nor its inner workings. It became one of the tools for the foot soldiers of the company - during the Technological War in Popstar, its most mass-produced edition was Generation 5, version 3.0.  Robobot Armor was born from one of these, thanks to the interference of the Adaptor Chip when Kirby activated and accidentally connected it with a broken Combat Armor that he found after defeating its initial rider, who retreated it before. Thanks to the chip’s strange properties, it was a clean slate that mimicked after its initial activator. Kirby gave it that name because he was, frankly, bad at naming things, really, it was a line-of-sight name. It began to act strangely throughout the journey, though. It grew some form of sentience overtime, instinctively protecting Kirby and was even capable of moving on their own one time when he was knocked out by an enemy, going berserk and destroying it in a single punch. And after Team Starstruck was formed, they were more capable of doing things independently from watching Kirby and Bandana's actions, even grasping speech and emotions. Despite this, there is still a bit of confusion - why are they essentially attacking their own ‘kind’, in a sense? Sure it was to protect Kirby, but still, the two people they have been protecting stand out a lot in this mechanized world… However, in Overload Ocean, they rediscovered their origins. Unfortunately, the company sees them as nothing more but a disposable tool. This resulted in an incident that ended with Robobot being separated from their vessel as well as a captured Bandee. This only solidified Robobot Armor's will to protect the team, no longer seeing the company as their creator. It wasn't until Kirby came that both were rescued, but it ignited a feeling of distrust in the waddle dee… And as the team inch closer and closer to Access Ark, the little seeds of discord began to grow as Robobot started thinking that Bandee's contribution didn't feel as much as their own. And soon enough, the two started a heated rivalry, much to Kirby's frustration and dismay. Eventually, he snapped and disappeared, with the two eventually having to come to an understanding in the search for him. After he was found, the team took the time to take a small breather, and made a promise that after the war, they'll go and try to experience the restored world as friends together, without war or infighting. Right after that, was the moment Robobot got their very own soul, becoming fully sentient and alive. The three started a massive revolution, wreaking havoc within the ark building. Eventually Bandee and Robobot stayed behind to fend off more forces while Kirby went to fight the true perpetrator. However, a bit after that, Robobot was bodysurfed into a new vessel, and ended up scanning the Battleship Halberd thanks to a good bunch of misunderstandings, causing a massive bug to torture them whilst the new mode is used.

In the end, as things go awfully wrong, they realized the existence of something called The Final Weapon and got Kirby's agreement to use it. This is what killed the Mother Computer, ending the war and saving everyone from being eradicated from existence. Unfortunately, the damages Robobot had sustained from the Halberd Mode stunt as well as the strain of the Final Weapon had taken its toll, causing critical damage. They ended up using what's left of their strength to grab an unconscious Kirby and toss them back to Popstar, then attempted to bodysurf into his helmet for safety. Crying in pain and in desperation, eventually they managed to do so at the last second, their original vessel fading into nothing. Robobot Armor was eventually found three weeks later within the helmet when it crashlanded in Popstar. Needless to say, the team was relieved, but now the once mechanical suit is forced to be a sitting duck, as their holographic form means that they can't really interact physically with people as much as they would before. Now, the most they can do to help is to provide support from within the Adaptor Chip - a role that they never thought they'd have to do after being in the frontlines for so long, which certainly isn't the most comforting with a new threat attempting to ruin the lives of their beloved team members… but they just have to try, until they can find a new correct vessel to inhabit again.

Miscellaneous

Favorites

Food: [none, can't eat lol] Drink: [none, can't drink lol] Flower: Red poppies Music Genre: Heavy metal, classical (doesn't admit it) Game Genre: Simulations Paraphernalia: A collection of plants (hidden in Kirby's home somewhere) Other talents: Gardening and plant maintenance

Least Favorites

Food: [none, can't eat lol] Drink: [none, can't drink lol]

[mariacallous]

On an island in the Singapore Strait, a thicket of apartment blocks peers mournfully over the sea. A corps of green-shirted gardeners dutifully tends the lawns and herbaceous borders along the roadside. A few cars slip along smooth roads to a commercial center with gleaming marble floors. Amidst the hundreds of closed shopfronts three restaurants are open—a fried chicken chain, a small café, and a gleaming and empty hot pot restaurant. Five duty-free shops are doing better business; some young men are stocking up on beer and Copper Dog whiskey at 11 a.m.

Welcome to Forest City: planned residents, 700,000; current residents, roughly 9,000. Launched in 2014 as part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative, the mega-project is headed by once-real estate giant Country Garden, a behemoth that now sits on the edge of bankruptcy.

At first glance, the project seems yet another tale of a ghost-city built on the back of a Chinese real estate bubble—and then doomed by the COVID-19 pandemic and economic slowdown. Yet Forest City’s story is also a deeply Malaysian tale, involving property-speculating sultans, nationalist politicians, and the country’s complex relationship with Beijing and its own ethnically Chinese minority.

Building a new city to lodge hundreds of thousands of residents on four new artificial islands in the Singapore Strait was always an ambitious venture. But the main market was not locals, but rather speculative buyers from the People’s Republic of China. When sales opened in December 2015, buyers flooded in, many of them buying “pre-sales” of uncompleted apartments. “You’d have buses coming over from Singapore every day filled with people who just landed,” said Tan Wee Tiam, head of research at KGV International Property Consultants. “There were over 1,000 agents in the sales hall, and it still wasn’t enough. … You felt like you were in China.”

Buyers were often looking for not a permanent residence but an investment that could also be a potential holiday home, or accommodation for children who were headed to study in Singapore. Some were reportedly even offered the opportunity to buy a flat in China and get one free in Forest City, said Christine Li, head of research in the Asia-Pacific for Knight Frank.

Yet this reliance on the Chinese buyers also left the project brutally exposed to changes in Chinese policy. The first blow came in 2017, when the Chinese government suddenly imposed capital controls preventing individuals from moving more than $50,000 out of the country annually. The minimum price of a Forest City apartment sits at around $75,000 and can be as much as $3.5 million. Then came the pandemic years which froze international travel—and stamped hard on Chinese real estate and growth.

Yet, Forest City’s staff seem to be holding out hope. Shane Lim, a hire from Singapore, showed me around and assured me that the place is working to attract buyers from across the world, including the Middle East, Indonesia, and Thailand. Still, he estimated that about 70 percent of his colleagues in the sales team are from China.

Halfway through my tour, a Malaysian man calling himself Ozzy introduced himself and his two wives. Now living in the United States, he’s searching for a place to buy in Malaysia that he can use to visit his daughter in Singapore and rent out when he’s away. Looking around, though, he’s unconvinced.

“Look at how empty this place is,” he said. “I’d only be able to rent it out for one or two months a year. … When I visited in 2018 this place was packed. Now there’s no one here. It’s like it’s haunted.” Lim stared at his shoes until Ozzy moved off. He then firmly assured me that the sales hall is busier on weekends.

A wet Wednesday afternoon might not be a peak sales period, but it is hard to escape the reality that the putative new city is barely lived in. Surveying one of the towers I descend from the 34th floor to the first, looking for signs of occupancy—a pair of shoes at the door, furniture seen through the windows that face the corridor, or even just curtains drawn over said windows. The place is eerily well maintained but empty. Just 25 of the 390 flats show any signs of current occupancy.

I met a single resident, a Malaysian Indian woman who said she lived in Forest City with her husband. Declining to give her name, she informed me a neighboring tower is busier. That would not be hard to believe. Some floors in this tower were completely empty with flats whose doors open to the touch, revealing light-filled marble interiors into which dead leaves have blown. Others had notices of a residents’ meeting dated October 2022 still taped to the door.

According to Li, there are signs that buyers may be slowly coming back. But she also suggested that Country Garden might have aimed too high, used to China’s experience of breakneck speed urbanization, supported by strong government support for infrastructure development. That policy created plenty of “ghost cities” in China itself—but until the recent real estate crisis, also huge profits.

Forest City has also suffered from being a political football since its launch, something Country Garden may well not have anticipated. “I did notice Chinese developers tend not to focus on the political climate,” Li said. “They are not used to the idea of general elections, change of government, and change of policies overnight.”

Despite its vast scale, the first time locals heard about Forest City was in 2014, when fisherman woke up one day to find barges dumping sand off the coast. Newspapers dug into the story, revealing that Country Garden’s main partner was none other than the sultan of Johor state, Ibrahim Ismail.

The tie made sense. Many businesses take on Johor royals as partners, benefiting from the influence they wield in the state. The Malaysian government is also bent on transforming southern Johor into a new economic hub, the Shenzhen to Singapore’s Hong Kong. The city was made a duty-free zone. When further investigations also revealed rushed environmental reviews, it took diplomatic protests from Singapore for the central government to intervene and ensure the proper process was followed.

However, things began to shift when the Malaysian government’s grip on power loosened. Rocked by the world’s largest corruption scandal, the China-linked 1Malaysia Development Berhad, voters turned against it. And at 93 years old, former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad exited retirement to lead an opposition filled with former opponents, previously imprisoned under his watch, against a government coalition he once led for 22 years.

Forest City became one of Mahathir’s favorite targets. Inveighing against government corruption and waste, he accused the government of planning to sell out Malaysia to foreigners. Most provocatively, he claimed that the thousands of mainly Chinese buyers of Forest City apartments would be allowed to settle, become Malaysian citizens, and vote in its elections. In a country where ethnically Chinese make up 23 percent of the citizenry—and are often stereotyped as wielding undue political influence due to their wealth—the claim was explosive.

After his shock triumph in the 2018 elections, then-Prime Minister Mahathir followed through on his threats declaring that foreigners would not be allowed to buy property in Forest City. Despite legal challenges, the announcement apparently hit Forest City sales hard.

Five years and a series of dizzyingly complex political maneuvers later, the current Malaysian government is led by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. His support is mainly built by ethnic minority-backed parties that triumphed in 2018. To secure his grip on power he needs two things. The first is economic growth. The second is increased support from Malay voters, to which end he has courted the sultans who act as power brokers in their states and take turns acting as Malaysia’s head of state. Perhaps none is more influential than the sultan of Johor, who started his five-year tenure in February this year.

In this context, Anwar seems to have rediscovered the charm of Chinese investment, and Forest City. He has repeatedly praised the Belt and Road Initiative, and in August last year he announced Forest City would be designated a special financial zone with residents offered multiple-entry visas, fast-track entry for those working in Singapore, and a flat income tax rate of 15 percent.

The sultan of Johor has also suggested reviving a proposed high-speed rail link between Malaysia’s capital of Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, with an extra stop at Forest City. And who knows what will happen. After, all the $10.5 billion Melaka Gateway project—launched under the Belt and Road Initiative and apparently scrapped in 2020—is also back underway, after finding new support from the state and federal governments. The developer behind the project recently acquired a major new shareholder, the sultan of Johor.

But the heyday of Chinese investment in Malaysia may well not be coming back. Ten years since China launched the Belt and Road Initiative, it has begun to pull back sharply on its overseas investments. China’s own economic slowdown and business wariness about the increasingly capricious regulatory environment is part of the story. But, the large number of projects gone sour also appears to have made Chinese investors more wary.

Meanwhile, Malaysia is struggling not to get left holding the bag. Should Country Garden go bankrupt, it’s uncertain what will happen to Forest City. At that point the Malaysian government could face the unpalatable option of a potential bailout by the Chinese government, leaving a chunk of Malaysian land in Beijing’s hands. Alternatively, it could step in itself—becoming the proud proprietor of what the developers still proclaim to be “A Prime Model for Future Cities.”

[diinferi]

ORIGIN

[THE HELLSING ORGANIZATION] Founded centuries ago to defend England from the terrors of the night, the Hellsing Organisation acts as the Queen’s sword against any and all supernatural and inhuman threats. Founded by famed vampire hunter Abraham Hellsing, the organisation is now overseen by his great granddaughter, Ser Integra Hellsing. Though their unorthodox methods and employees have nearly left them ostracized by their own government, no other task force has ever proven themselves as capable at combating the monsters of this world.

LOCATION

[HELLSING ESTATE] Located a short distance outside of London proper, this sprawling estate is home to Ser Integra, the Hellsing Organisation, and two of the most dangerous beings alive. The Organisation coordinates their missions and recuperates from their battles here, making it a hub of activity. It’s also usually a nigh-impregnable fortress, just so long as there aren’t any Texan ghouls visiting that day. If you work for the Hellsing Organisation, expect to spend a lot of time here. Just don’t walk your dog on the lawn, I hear they planted landmines. Jumpers with the Hellsing origin may choose to start here.

PERKS

[FOUR STAR HUMOR] You’d think with so much violence, gore, and wholesale destruction, this place would be a real downer. Instead, it’s fucking hilarious! Quips are clean, snark has the perfect sting to it, callbacks pay off in spades, and everyone’s comedic timing is so goddamn good! Now you are invested with the same spark of comedy that shines through in this show. It’s almost like a team of professional writers are spending months writing your jokes.

[GETTING MEDIEVAL] When facing down the armies of darkness, some prefer the old ways. Integra wields a sabre. Yumi swings a katana. Hell, we’ve got Zoren and Anderson over here using scythes and bayonets. Whether you fight with trench knives, cavalry spears, or another kind of bladed weapon, you’re a master of armed melee combat. With training as extensive as yours, perhaps bringing a sword to a nazi vampire gunfight isn’t such a losing proposition.

[GUNSMITH] With such a variety of monstrosities out there, the warriors of the Hellsing Organisation often needed the right tool for the right job. Thankfully, experienced monster hunter Walter Dormain stepped up and began supplying Hellsing operatives with effective (if sometimes outlandish) firearms and other equipment. Now, you too share his proficiency for weaponsmithing. Need a fifty-pound pistol chambered in 13mm high-explosive? You can make that work. Want to turn that fledgling vampire over there into a one-woman anti-air network? It might take some tinkering, but you can throw together a suitable firearm given time and materials. Really demonstrate the mastery of your craft as you reduce your enemies to red sauce.

[I'M A VAMPIRE HUNTER FIRST] Oh, you’re an old hand at this. Like Walter and Ser Integra, you’re well acquainted with the eldritch horrors of the world and how to best dispatch them. You have a lifetime of experience fighting the strange and supernatural, as well as knowledge of their strengths and weaknesses. You could turn your deadly arts against mortal foes; a human with this perk and the element of surprise could take down a room of soldiers by themselves. But your skills truly shine when facing down honest, inhuman monsters. Walter was just a man (albeit a very skilled one) and he still managed to hold his own against Alucard in single combat. This is no substitute for the supernatural abilities needed to take down the strongest of supernatural foes, but artificial vampires and even some lesser werekin will seem like unremarkable opponents to you.

[SHARPSHOOTER] Sharpshooter: Some people don’t need magic to make their bullets connect. Some people are just damn-good shots. You are a bane to clay pigeons everywhere, with marksmanship to rival the best Hellsing has to offer. These skills scale with your inherent power level, so the average schmuck would find themselves on par with professional military snipers, while a trained professional could match shots with the catholic gunslinger Heinkel. Got the blood of a True Vampire? Well, you’ll be shooting a dozen V1 rockets out of the air from four kilometers away, so long as you have canons that can reach that far. You may not be doing anything unreal without other abilities, but even without vampire powers or giant guns, your sharpshooting borders on the supernatural.

[TERROR] You’re a master of intimidation, giving even immortal creatures pause with your mere presence. Of course, it’s better if there’s some truth behind the fear. Build up a reputation like Anderson, and you could stun a platoon of nazi vampires mid-frenzy. This also applies to a quieter form of terror, letting you sow fear like The Crimson Fucker himself. Whether you communicate by blood-chilling stares or carrier pigeon, you can instill as much fear as your reputation would warrant, right up until you seize the moment and FUCK the fear turkey!

[UNDER YOUR SKIN] You can be a real prick at times. You have the unnerving ability to find the exact thing to say to aggravate people. Some might yell back, some might blindly charge into battle, but they will all be angry when you want them to be. Whether you’re bringing up some brat’s alcoholic father or calling your boss a bitch to her face, you are the Michaelangelo of getting people to hate you.

ITEMS

[STANDARD KIT] Can’t have you fighting the enemies of mankind completely nude. Well, you could, and no doubt some of the folks here might appreciate it, but it would make things a bit trickier. Instead you’ve been outfitted with some basic combat equipment, courtesy of your faction. For the Nazis among you, that might mean an SS uniform and an MP40. For Hellsing operatives and their allies, you’ll get a set of appropriate combat fatigues and a modern assault rifle. Whichever quartermaster supplies your gear, you’ll have durable clothing, any standard-issue equipment carried by the average foot soldier, and a suitable weapon with plenty of ammunition. Not that it will do you much good against the creatures of the night.

[HOLY BULLETS] If you’re going to be fighting monsters, you’ll want every advantage you can get. Jumpchan has secured a contract with the Royal Armory, providing you with crates of sanctified ammunition in appropriate calibers for any firearm you own. Be ready for World War Three with plenty of ammunition! New shipments will resupply your stockpiles at the end of each week.

[WHEELS] Sure, you may be able to run faster than a speeding locomotive, but who wants to be so pedestrian? You are now the proud owner of a luxurious personal vehicle. This could be a private jet from the Vatican, an expensive antique car, or even a stagecoach pulled by purebred racehorses. Whatever your choice, ride in the smug assuredness of luxury.

[“I SEE FOUR”] This is almost a literal ton of explosives. If you set them all off at once, you could create an explosion visible from across the city. This could be a pallet of plastic explosive, enough landmines to surround a country estate, enough 40mm grenades to stave off a charging vampire horde, or enough explosive vests to outfit an entire company of ninja catholic suicide bombers. Yes, really. This supply restocks at the start of each month.

[70-INCH PLASMA SCREEN TV] Exactly what it says on the box, courtesy of Ser Integra. You’ve got a full home entertainment system here, along with a subscription to dozens of streaming services, ensuring that you always have something to keep you mollified. She’s also thrown in a top-of-the-line gaming computer and the highest-quality internet money can buy. Better hope some blonde little shit doesn’t blow this one up too.

DRAWBACKS

[I LIVED IN LEEDS. NOTHING HAPPENED] Something most certainly happened in your childhood. Something bad. Like, bad enough that it led to the darkest scene in Team Four Star history. And you’re not just going to handwaive your backstory away, either. This is going to have real, resurfacing consequences going forward. Maybe your self-esteem will be shot to shit, or you’ll freeze up when your enemies pressure you, or you’ll be too busy hiding behind a cheery face to form meaningful relationships. Whatever the case, you’re going to carry your personal baggage for most, if not all, of your time here.

FUTURE

[JOURNEY ON] And so we must part ways. I hope you’ve enjoyed your time here, and that you bring as much Hellsing craziness as possible with you to your next Jump. See you next time, Jumper.

[wompwomp4]

i wish we could go back to being kids, Leah.

that’s not to say that i want to re-live those years; cold, wet, angry years. i’m saying i want to re-live you. i want to gather up those summer/autumn/winter/spring days in poulsbo, put them safe on my shelves where i can remember them.

my memories come and go, but i can’t forget walking through your neighborhood (always your neighborhood, not mine. i used to joke that if you came within a ten foot radius of my house, you'd explode), past the worn houses with their overcrowded decks and equally overgrown lawns.

past the house with the fenced-in yard and the yapping dog, rusted car in the driveway. down the hill, pocked with pot holes and muddy grass, dead trees that will be heavy with crab apples and too much pollen in three months.

down to the street, make a right, echoes of heated conversations carried in the breeze. four blocks to the next neighborhood, with it’s shiny new houses- fresh coats of paint, artificial gardens, and security cameras watching us warily from their perches in windows, blinds drawn tightly.

something about them used to make me so angry. i made an effort to pass by with as much disturbance as possible. i was so loud. i still am. always have been. i think you know, Leah, that it’s my way of forcing my presence into the world, of demanding not to be heard, but to be listened to. ‘don’t ignore (forget) me!’

you’re the only person i know that can love me like this– loud and mean and broken.

it doesn’t take long to leave the houses and their people, with their range rovers and organic granola, behind.

now we cross the street, half running because people come flying at this turn. we’re giggling at the same jokes we’ve been telling for years when we meet the new strip of sidewalk. we hurry down the block, towards the pizza/tattoo/coffee shops all squeezed into one building, the one with the bench (you know). turn the corner, and we’re home.

we invade the stores of downtown poulsbo, with their overpriced antiques and mass-produced 'rustic' home decor. make our rounds; the bead store (im sorry), the bakery, pass the shitty coffee shop on the way to the pocket-sized book store, the dainty stationary store, the diner and the seafood place, sometimes down to Mora's. businesses that had to learn to accept us.

we make up stupid names for some of these stores, ones i still can't let go of them after all this time. leave most of them with nothing, borderline harass the locals (mostly me).

always, we wind up at Cups, share a mexican brownie after pretending to read the menu. sometimes, we get milkshakes. sit outside if the weather is feeling generous. usually, it isn't.

we're here for hours, suspended in these moments. i yearn to feel them again. i can see your face so clearly. we were so young, the weight of it all wasn't quite as heavy as it is now.

downtown poulsbo isn’t the same anymore, but neither are we. we grew out of it, and it grew away from us. but i still see you in those stores, on the pier breathing in sea salt, down the sidewalk. i still see you on the hilly walk home, illuminated by the dying sunlight. in the abandoned house and the barn, at copper top and metro market, and the thicket of trees in front of Sakai.

i'm lucky now if i get to see you once a year, but in my mind, i always see you, and i love you. you are otherworldly, then and now.

[cjb-160]

I am

I am Marylin Manson and Julia Jacklin I am Tolstoy and T.S. Elliot

I am tanned leather, brass, and lucite I am hotel suites, vip parking, and charges to the room I am white gloves, table cloths, and fine china I am reservations, and plane tickets I am the resort, and the last resort I am lamb skin, and alpaca. I am 3000-thread-count sheets

I am first dates, milkshakes, wedding cakes, and roller skates I am the beauty and the beast

I am the warning light on your dashboard I am the water in your gas tank I am the squad car tailgating your for 3-miles I am the window you roll-up when driving through that neighborhood I am the longest red light you've ever stopped at I am the new coffee shop, bar, boutique hotel I am the {insert local hangout spot here}

I am the crack in the houses foundation I am the crack, the house, and the Foundation

I am the day before World War 3

I am Doo-Wop and Hip-Hop I am baby Jesus and methuselah

I am the bottle of urine beside your bed I am the pistol.

I am the addict in the attic.

I am the needle and I am the thread I am the pawn shop you gave grandmas ring to I am the long pull on your vape between shifts.

I am the 9-5 and the 6-10. I am the check in the mail I am the pit and I am the bull

I am the artificial flavor in your chewing gum I am the friend that was too young to die I am the fellow and I am the ship I am Othello and Hans Christian-Andersen

I am the side effect worse than the symptom I am tea parties and vineyards I am the used condom on the sidewalk I am the heat death of our quantum existence

I am…too abstract?

I am too black but not black enough I am queer but not gay enough. I am qualified but not good enough. I am big-nosed, bald-headed, unwashed, and unbothered. I am untethered.

I am the creation and I am the demiurge I am the igneous and I am the firmament

I am the Borg

I am the paper your suicide note was written on I am the last time you saw your father I am the last thing he said to you I am the couch you let him crash on for a few months I am the new security code you created when he left

I am the storage unit you change clothes in before and after work I am the blanket you’re wrapped up in while asleep in your car

I am the gift that I never see you wear I am the pot calling the kettle… I am the "come get me," text at 3am I am the "you up," text you left on read I am the unsaved number in your phone

I am the abomination and the salvation of creation I am the mustard and I am the seed

I am the last ps5 at Walmart on Black Friday

I am Mozart and Chopin I am rock, roll, and Rachmaninoff I am Coltrane and Gillespie

I am the kidnap and I am the torture I am the human and I am the traffic I am the sex and I am the worker I am the murder and I am the manhunt

I am Samson’s dreadlocks

I am the dog bark that wakes you from that fever dream

I am the fever dream

I am the con and I am the science I am the jack and all of his trades I am the Coke and I am the cane

I am the stop sign behind that big ass fuckin tree. I am the cop. I am the ticket.

I am the vegan recipe book you haven’t opened yet I am the first parallel park in that city you moved to I am the popping sound in your kneecap

I am the fake number she gave you

I am the burning cross on your front lawn I am the white hood I am the "whites-only" section I am the assailant and I am the victim

I am the rotten avocado on your kitchen counter I am the clown and I am the circus I am bibles and black holes

I am holding your sweater I am the first kiss I am the divorce papers

I am the Sailor and I am the Siren I am the solitary onion ring in your order of French fries I am the diet that starts tomorrow

[artificialgrassblog]

installation artificial grass synthetic turf residential pets.

Installing Artificial Grass for Residential Areas with Pets: A Comprehensive Guide

Artificial grass, or synthetic turf, has gained significant popularity in residential spaces, especially among pet owners. Its durability, low maintenance requirements, and aesthetic appeal make it an ideal option for lawns and outdoor areas. This is particularly true for homes with pets, where natural grass can be damaged by play, urine, and digging. In this article, we will explore the benefits of artificial grass, the installation process, and key considerations when choosing synthetic turf for homes with pets.

Benefits of Artificial Grass for Homes with Pets

When it comes to maintaining a pet-friendly environment, artificial grass sydney offers numerous advantages. One of the primary benefits is its resistance to wear and tear. Pets, particularly dogs, love to run, dig, and play in the yard, which can easily destroy natural grass. synthetic turf sydney is designed to withstand these activities without developing bald spots, muddy patches, or unsightly damage.

Another advantage is that synthetic grass is incredibly durable. Unlike natural grass, which requires regular watering, mowing, and fertilization, artificial turf remains consistent throughout the year, regardless of the weather conditions. This is especially important in areas with hot summers or areas that experience heavy rainfall, which can create a messy yard when combined with pet activity.

For pet owners, artificial grass installation provides a clean and hygienic solution. Natural grass can become a breeding ground for bacteria, parasites, and other harmful microorganisms, especially when pets relieve themselves on it. Artificial grass, however, is designed with drainage systems that allow urine and water to pass through, reducing the risk of bacterial growth and unpleasant odors. Many modern synthetic turf options are also made from non-toxic, pet-safe materials, ensuring your furry friends are safe when playing or resting on the grass.

Moreover, synthetic turf installation does not attract pests like natural grass. Insects such as fleas and ticks often thrive in grassy environments, putting pets at risk. With artificial grass, you can eliminate this concern, providing a safer space for your pets to roam freely without worrying about bites or diseases spread by pests.

Considerations for Choosing Artificial Grass for Pets

Before installing artificial grass, there are a few important factors to consider. First, you should evaluate the type of synthetic turf that will best suit your needs. There are various grades of artificial grass, each designed for different purposes. For pet-friendly lawns, choose a high-quality product with features that cater to both pets and aesthetics. The turf should be durable, easy to clean, and resistant to odor retention.

The pile height of the turf is also an important consideration. Turf with shorter pile heights is often easier to maintain and clean, as it minimizes the amount of material that can trap debris, waste, or moisture. Additionally, a shorter pile height prevents the grass from becoming too thick, which can cause difficulty in cleaning pet waste.

Another factor to keep in mind is the infill material. Infill is the substance that is spread between the blades of artificial grass to give it stability and structure. For pet-friendly synthetic grass, infill options such as silica sand or zeolite are ideal because they help with drainage and odor control. Some products also offer antimicrobial properties, which prevent bacteria from accumulating and causing foul smells.

Preparing Your Yard for Artificial Grass Installation

Once you've selected the right synthetic turf for your needs, it's time to prepare your yard for installation. Proper preparation is key to ensuring that your artificial grass performs well and lasts for years. Begin by removing any existing grass, weeds, or debris from the area where the turf will be installed. This may require using a shovel, rake, or even a weed killer to ensure that no unwanted plants interfere with the installation process.

Next, you will need to level and compact the soil. This step ensures that the turf lies flat and has an even surface to prevent bumps or areas of uneven drainage. If your yard has any low spots, it is essential to fill them in with a suitable base material, such as crushed stone or gravel. This base layer serves as a stable foundation for the turf, improves drainage, and prevents the grass from shifting over time.

Once the base is in place, you can install a weed barrier fabric to prevent any weeds from growing through the synthetic grass. This fabric will act as a barrier while still allowing water to drain through to the ground beneath. After the fabric is securely in place, you can begin rolling out the artificial grass and cutting it to fit the shape of your yard. Make sure to allow for proper drainage by ensuring the grass is sloped away from the house to prevent water from pooling.

Installation Process

The installation of artificial grass typically involves several steps, and while it’s possible to install the turf yourself, it is often recommended to hire a professional installer to ensure the best results. The first step in the installation process is to lay the base material. As mentioned earlier, this base should consist of compacted crushed stone or gravel, and it should be leveled to ensure proper drainage.

Once the base is in place, the synthetic turf is unrolled over the surface, with seams carefully matched and joined using specialized adhesive or seam tape. This ensures that the turf remains secure and does not separate over time. The turf is then trimmed to fit the contours of your yard, leaving a clean, polished appearance. After trimming, the turf is secured around the edges, either by staking it into the ground or using adhesive, to prevent it from shifting.

Finally, the turf is brushed to lift the fibers and give it a more natural appearance. The infill is spread evenly across the surface and worked into the grass to provide support and stability. This process helps the grass maintain its upright position and ensures that it has a natural, realistic look.

Maintenance Tips for Pet Owners

One of the reasons artificial grass is so popular among pet owners is its low maintenance requirements. However, while it is easy to care for, there are a few steps that pet owners can take to keep their synthetic turf in top condition.

First, it is essential to clean up pet waste promptly. Artificial grass is designed to allow liquids to drain through, but solid waste must be removed manually. Use a scoop or pooper-scooper to pick up waste, and rinse the area with water to ensure that any residual odor or waste is washed away.

To address urine stains and odors, you can occasionally rinse the artificial grass with a mixture of water and a mild pet-safe cleaner. There are also specialized turf cleaning solutions available that help to eliminate odors and keep the grass fresh. Regular brushing can also help to maintain the appearance of the grass, as it lifts the fibers and prevents them from becoming flattened.

Conclusion

Artificial grass offers a practical, attractive, and pet-friendly solution for residential areas. Its durability, ease of maintenance, and hygienic properties make it an excellent choice for homes with pets. By selecting the right turf, preparing your yard properly, and following the installation process, you can create an outdoor space that both you and your pets can enjoy for years to come. With just a little care and attention, synthetic turf can provide a long-lasting, low-maintenance solution to enhance the beauty and functionality of your home’s outdoor space.

[tturfs]

Synthetic Grass for Dogs

Titan Turf’s synthetic grass for dogs is a pet-friendly solution that offers durability, cleanliness, comfort, and ease of maintenance. It’s the ideal choice for pet owners looking to create a safe, attractive, and functional outdoor space for their furry friends.

[amyhall43]

Dog Friendly Artificial Grass

Dog friendly artificial grass is an excellent solution for pet owners looking to maintain a beautiful and durable lawn. Traditional grass can be difficult to maintain with dogs constantly running, digging, and playing, but artificial turf provides a resilient and low-maintenance alternative. It is designed to withstand heavy use while remaining soft and comfortable for pets. Many pet owners struggle with muddy paws, brown patches, and holes in their yards, but dog friendly artificial grass eliminates these issues. It allows dogs to enjoy the outdoors without causing damage to the lawn, ensuring a clean and green appearance all year round. 

One of the biggest benefits of dog friendly artificial grass is its excellent drainage system, which helps prevent the buildup of urine and odors. Unlike natural grass, which can become patchy and hold moisture, artificial turf is designed with drainage holes to allow liquids to pass through easily. This keeps the surface dry and hygienic for pets. Additionally, it is made from non-toxic materials, ensuring the safety of dogs while they play and relax on the lawn. Many brands also offer antimicrobial protection to further enhance cleanliness and reduce bacteria buildup. 

Cleaning and maintaining dog friendly artificial grass is simple compared to natural grass. Regular hosing down, occasional brushing, and the use of pet-friendly deodorizers can help keep it fresh and odor-free. Since it does not require mowing, watering, or fertilizing, it saves both time and money. It also eliminates exposure to harmful pesticides and fertilizers, creating a safer environment for pets. Whether in a backyard, dog park, or pet-friendly commercial space, artificial grass provides a practical and visually appealing solution for dog owners. With its durability, cleanliness, and pet-friendly design, it remains a top choice for those wanting a hassle-free lawn.

[heavenlygreens]

Synthetic turf for dogs is safe, soft, and easy to maintain! Perfect for pet owners looking for a clean and durable lawn.

[goturff]

Create a Safe and Fun Outdoor Space for Your Pets

The long-term value of pet turf installation near Katy, Texas, is among its biggest benefits. Artificial grass eventually pays for itself, even though the initial cost may seem more than that of conventional sod. Consider the ongoing expenses of caring for a natural lawn, such as patch repairs, fertilization, watering, and even hiring a professional lawn care service. These costs are avoided with artificial grass, which also offers a long-lasting surface that endures—even with active pets.

Knowing that the turf is made to last gives pet owners even more peace of mind. You won't have to be concerned about ugly holes or worn-out areas whether your dog enjoys digging, rolling, or chasing toys around the yard. Additionally, cleaning up after your pet is easy and quick thanks to innovative drainage technology, which saves you time and effort each week.

A Lawn Suitable for Your Way of Life

Due to heat waves and intermittent rainfall, Katy's environment can be harsh on natural grass, making it challenging to have a consistently lush and healthy lawn. No matter the weather, you can still enjoy the appearance of a lush lawn with Katy artificial grass. For families who want a yard that always looks inviting for birthday celebrations, barbecues, or peaceful afternoons spent outside with loved ones, this makes it a great option.

Additionally, artificial grass creates opportunity for imaginative gardening. It can be combined with water features, flower beds, or stone walkways to create a yard that is both aesthetically pleasing and useful. At go-turf, we like using creative concepts and premium materials to assist customers in realizing their landscaping visions.

Personalized Options for Any Space

Since every yard is different, your artificial turf should represent your own preferences and requirements. For this reason, selecting a qualified crew to install pet turf close to Katy, Texas, is crucial. Go-turf provides a large selection of turf alternatives to accommodate various tastes and uses. We'll assist you in choosing the best solution for your property, whether it's stronger, high-traffic materials for larger dogs or soft, cushioned surfaces ideal for tiny pets.

Additionally, we closely monitor the installation process to make sure the turf is leveled, well anchored, and blends in perfectly with your current landscaping. You can be sure that your new lawn will look great and function incredibly well for many years to come thanks to our skilled handiwork.

A Fun and Safe Environment for Your Pets

Since pets are members of the family, they should have a fun and safe space to play and unwind in. The smooth, comfy surface that artificial turf offers lowers the possibility of injury from hard play or running on uneven terrain. Its non-toxic materials guarantee that your pets won't be exposed to dangerous chemicals or pesticides while they roll, nap, and explore.

Furthermore, frequent issues like fleas, ticks, and other pests that flourish in natural grass are addressed by pet turf installation near Katy TX. By making the surroundings unwelcoming to these intruders, artificial turf keeps your pets happier and healthier.

For all of your artificial grass needs, get in touch with Go-Turf right now.

Go-turf is the only place to look if you're prepared to move to Katy artificial grass. From choosing the ideal turf to carrying out a professional installation, we'll walk you through every step of the process with our knowledge and commitment to excellence. We can help you whether you want to make your business pet-friendly or improve your backyard.

Make an appointment for a consultation with our staff to begin the process of creating a low-maintenance, pet-friendly yard. Allow go-turf to demonstrate how artificial grass can turn your outdoor area into a lovely and useful retreat for you and your pets. To find out more, give us a call right now or visit our website!