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[choking-on-ice]

Ok, so I've seen the latest episode. Not willing to spoiler it if you haven't seen it yet, but I do want to know your thoughts if you did see it. Currently working on ideas with it. Mostly involving Lex.

Spoilers for S2E9 of MAwS

- I was so happy to see Lex outside for the first time in the show, good for him

- I've been secretly praying for more Steve + Jimmy content and I absolutely SCREAMED

- Steve implying that his wolf mural represents him and Jimmy made my day

- Steve giving Kara such a solid casual af pep talk was perfect to me

- I feel like this ep is a great potential to have Lex's "turning point" in a fic or something. Like seeing everything go wrong and Lex helping spring Jimmy bc he realizes he fucked up, or just straight up jumping ship on Wallace when Jimmy gets arrested

- I'm hoping Jimmy's phone still live streaming Wallace wasn't just a throw-away plot device, bc so many people would have seen that and I'd like to see her pulled into the spotlight

- Jimmy attempted to use kryptonite against Brainiac-Clark in the previous ep, I could picture a lil team-up scene as he explains to Lex why it won't work

- Jimmy yet again displaying the emotional availability and communication skills that like 90% of the cast woefully lack (no shade, love them stubborn shits)

- Super Lois was dope, and the world would absolutely not be safe if she got to keep all that power lmao

- something about this episode activated my lil gremlin brain that wants to see my faves all angsty and sad:

- Lex thinking Jimmy's gonna die and it will be all his fault and how he'll never be able to face Kara.

- Jimmy thinking his failed plans led Kara and his friends to their doom and believing one of his biggest failures was never reaching Lex and pulling him out of Wallace's clutches.

- Kara finally has something to fight for only to fail at the hands of both her Father and Lex's robots, all while her fragile Jimmy is left to watch her defeat from the sidelines

- the Daily Planet showing up to save them made me so happy, these goofy journalists are more helpful than literally any cop or government official

[heathensimmer]

Capp family Update - Roaring Heights 3t2

If you're not an expert on Sims 3 worlds and Sims 2 lore (I'm rusty as hell on Strangetown and Veronaville admittedly) like myself, then you should know that the Capp family from the Sims 2 is in the Sims 3 ... in the past!

Here's how I am imagining the situation to go.

First, let's arrive at the home of the Thebes.

Had to turn on day mode in Build so forgive the grid.

Andromache Thebe and her husband, Hector. They live in Roaring Heights - Sims 3 Timeline. Prelude to Sims 2. A time where technology likely got way out of hand (time travel was available in 3, not 2, for example)

They came to Roaring Heights "on vacation" - as said in assumedly good faith by their son - Consort Capp.

But now, it seems that Consort speaks of moving back to the Old Country ... "Veronaville" .... or at least, something is going on between parents and son ... I mean, also, Consort Capp and his wife, Contessa, (she's dead at the beginning of Sims 2) literally popped out a third child while in Roaring Heights - Kent Capp - I am going to imagine that this was unexpected since their biography lays out that they came to Roaring Heights on vacation.

Of course, both of their bios in Roaring Heights (Thebes and Capps) also state that the families seemingly have decided to move in. But I am not sure.

For example, the Capp home in Roaring Heights only has three bedrooms. Regan and Kent would end up having to share a room, but they also have a lot of money at the start of Sims 3 Roaring Heights!

So why would they have opted for THIS house ...

...with not enough space for a pregnancy (unless it was unexpected like I suspect) when there are freakin' deluxe multi-floor mansions available in Roaring Heights?

Contessa is a technophobe.

Hector is also a technophobe. Consort is not a technophobe.

Roaring Heights has a lot of technophobic Sims and is known for being a Sims 3 world that lacks objects such as flat-screen televisions and computers entirely - items that are common in other worlds.

I'm starting to get a clearer picture. Old Country may be subject to changes that Hector and Andromache, and also Contessa, do not like at all.

Hector and Andromache probably want to stay in Roaring Heights.

But its' possible that Consort wants to go back to the Old Country, embrace supernatural immigrants and the advent of technology.

Maybe he just misses it.

My first theory came to fruition when I had Andromache invite Consort and Goneril over to the house one afternoon.

I directed Hector to argue with Consort.

And for good reason!

When I made Consort selectable upon his arrival, I saw this!

When did that happen? It must have been organically sometime ago and I just forgot!

At least he's friends with his dad, but their relationships REALLY went down. Also, when I played the Capp home a few days ago, Contessa was literally in the process of birthing Kent and raising a newborn so ... they really didn't have time to keep up relationships!

But anyways, because of this, I had Hector argue with Consort bc wtf Consort? Why are you pissed at your father?

Looking at Hector's thought bubble, he's arguing about paranormal.

Consort, what ... wait a minute, Goneril tells me you have bought a television for the living room? What on earth are you thinking? Goneril could start becoming obsessed with those new ghost documentaries! This is unlike you! Roaring Heights is the perfect place to whip you into shape!

Hector works in the military, so he probably would be pretty aggressive.

Meanwhile, Goneril?

Just cries ...

TO BE CONTINUED

I promise I will be cleaning my SimFileShare folder soon and posting a Google Docs of all my stuff! Stay tuned!!!!

[acourtoffandomsandfics]

This is supposed to be Sharky and Dep in my current fic but they didn't have anything green or any options that might look Sharky aged, and deps not that skinny but otherwise close enough! we will have to use our imagination here lol

There's f/f and m/m options by this maker^

Also, totally saw another Far Cry account post this maker first and then I lost my screen and can't find out who it was AHHHH sorry! Credit @ them for sharing.

This one is my upcoming fic unless I go for the John one first- there was no Jacob hair available and he got a locket instead of dog tags. I was aiming for Buffalo 66 vibes here and I think I got em lol

Speaking of John:

I might write someone who can match his freak. Not sure how I plan to handle that lol

The hardest was Joseph bc it lacked the district nose and yellow sunglasses but I have literally nothing planned for him RN anyway so he's just here to be included

[vibrantstarfire]

wip ask game: gothampton???

OOO i was hoping someone would ask about this one!!! dc bridgerton au 🥰… except not at all because the premise is bruce doesn’t want any of his kids marrying, but especially not anyone of high status. this is bc he views it as a threat to the ironclad control he has over his city as he weeds out rancid and corrupt nobility (court of owls stuff). ……except dick immediately meets and falls in love with princess komand’r’s ‘servant’, koriand’r, who’s actually the rightful heir after her sister’s coup, kom just keeps her around and forces her to serve her to torment her. anyway dick says “no slavery in gotham” and now he’s trying to smuggle kory as a refugee out of her sister’s hold so they can regroup and oust komand’r from the throne.

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snippet:

“-Are you listening, Dick? This is important.” 

“I know, I know. ‘My first eligible season.’ You’ve said.”

While Dick Grayson, Heir to the Gotham Throne, had appreciated his sixteenth birthday, he had absolutely not been looking forward with everything else that came with coming of age. 

Like Galas. And Eligible Seasons. And young princesses seeking his hand. 

Dick adjusts his ascot in the huge, nearly wall-sized mirror. One of the more ridiculous additions to the formal dressing room. He meets Bruce’s eyes through the oversized mirror, and frowns at the weary picture his adoptive father, His Majesty King Bruce, paints. “I don’t see why it matters so much. It’s not like I’m getting married this year. Or even the next year.” 

“That is precisely why it matters.” Bruce rests his hand on Dick’s shoulder, joining his reflection in the mirror. “You will not be marrying anyone in that room. But you can’t let them know that.” 

Bruce’s hand is heavy on his shoulder. Dick tries to shrug out of it, but to no avail. “I know, I know-” 

“Nearly all of their families tried their luck with me, once,” Bruce continues, as if Dick hasn’t said anything. “You are their next target. It only makes sense that they’ll try again, and again, to become part of the crown.” 

“Any chance they’ll go back to their old target?” 

Bruce’s pinched lips could almost be considered a smile. Almost. But his lack of answer is answer enough; Dick knows that high society has all but given up on marrying King Brucie.

“Besides, what if there is someone in there that I like?” Dick asks, turning his neck to grin up at his adoptive father properly, rather than looking at his reflection in the mirror. Teasingly, he elbows Bruce in the side. “What are you going to do, ban me from falling in love?” 

“If that’s what it takes.” 

Dick parts his lips at the weight to Bruce’s voice. The seriousness of his tone. 

He waits for Bruce to smile and admit he’s joking. 

But it never comes.

“Oh,” he says, dumbstruck. “You’re serious.” 

Bruce squeezes Dick’s shoulder. “I am. But you won’t fall in love tonight,” he promises. “If you want love, you won’t find it in that ballroom. It’s nothing more than a contest between nobility to see which young noblewoman’s family can join the Wayne Dynasty and elevate her and her family’s status. They want power and prestige, and a lineage they hope will continue that prosperity forever.” 

Like Bruce’s parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents had hoped before them, Bruce doesn’t say. 

“That isn’t love,” Bruce says, softer this time. “Someday, I hope you might find it. But you are sixteen, and I want you to have your guard up. The people you meet tonight will say anything to convince you that they are marriageable. Please, do not miss your chance at real love by falling for someone trying to manipulate you in your first season.” 

[shakespearerants]

>be me

>incapable of being normal about academia

>really put my foot in the last presentation (bad)

>need to impress this teacher

>"hi yes what can I do to turn my grade around"

>answer is write a really good term paper

>ask what constitutes a really good term paper

>bunch of stuff "...and if you want that plus on your A, show you went above and beyond to put the work in :)"

>aha ok

>go above and beyond -> do more work than I usually do

>research literature in over 50 databases, special order multiple books privately, go through four primary sources not even related to the original topic of the paper bc I was frustrated by the lack of literature, literally just spent 4 hours stalking someone for their Email bc the only source for one of my examples is their bachelor's thesis (unpublished, completed in 2015), contemplating weekend trip bc one of the sources I found is only available in an archive in a city 5 hours away by train

>sitting there with piles and piles of books when I remember. Teacher only ment for me to go out and take some pictures myself.

>may have a little bit of a scewed idea of what is a normal amount of work to put into something

[superwings-cultural]

Architecture and Monuments: Great Sphinx of Giza - Egypt

The Great Sphinx of Giza is a limestonestatue of a reclining sphinx, a mythical creature with the head of a human and the body of a lion. Facing directly from west to east, it stands on the Giza Plateau on the west bank of the Nile in Giza, Egypt.

The Sphinx is the oldest known monumental sculpture in Egypt and one of the most recognizable statues in the world. The archaeological evidence suggests that it was created by ancient Egyptians of the Old Kingdom during the reign of Khafre (c. 2558–2532 BC).

A special feature of the Sphinx is its actual lack of a nose. The circumstances surrounding it about being broken off are uncertain, but close inspection suggests a deliberate act using rods or chisels. Contrary to a popular myth, it was not broken off by cannonfire from Napoleon's troops during his 1798 Egyptian campaign. Its absence is in fact depicted in artwork predating Napoleon and referred to in descriptions by the 15th-century historian al-Maqrīzī.

It is unknown how the name of the Sphinx came to be, due to propably multiples origins, for example of its creator of the Old Kingdom, as the Sphinx temple, enclosure, and possibly the Sphinx itself was not completed at the time, and thus cultural material was limited. In the New Kingdom, the Sphinx was revered as the solar deity Hor-em-akhet (English: "Horus of the Horizon"; Hellenized: Harmachis)

The commonly used name "Sphinx" was given to it in classical antiquity, about 2,000 years after the commonly accepted date of its construction by reference to a Greek mythological beast with the head of a woman, a falcon, a cat, or a sheep and the body of a lion with the wings of an eagle (although, like most Egyptian sphinxes, the Great Sphinx has a man's head and no wings). The English word sphinx comes from the ancient Greek "Σφίγξ" (transliterated: sphinx) apparently from the verb σφίγγω (transliterated: sphingo / English: to squeeze), after the Greek sphinx who strangled anyone who failed to answer her riddle.

Over the centuries, writers and scholars have recorded their impressions and reactions upon seeing the Sphinx. The vast majority were concerned with a general description, often including a mixture of science, romance and mystique.

From the 16th to the 19th centuries, European observers described the Sphinx having the face, neck and breast of a woman. Examples included Johannes Helferich (1579), George Sandys (1615), Johann Michael Vansleb (1677), and some others following it. Most early Western images were book illustrations in print form, elaborated by a professional engraver from either previous images available or some original drawing or sketch supplied by an author, and usually now lost. Seven years after visiting Giza, André Thévet (Cosmographie de Levant, 1556) described the Sphinx as "the head of a colossus, caused to be made by Isis, daughter of Inachus, then so beloved of Jupiter". He, or his artist and engraver, pictured it as a curly-haired monster with a grassy dog collar. Athanasius Kircher, however, depicted the Sphinx as a Roman statue

[quotesfrommyreading]

Diodorus Siculus spent much of his life describing major historical events such as the fall of Troy or the rise of Alexander the Great. But, sometime in the middle of the first century BC, the Sicilian-born Greek writer felt moved to address a contemporary issue that had captured his attention: the drinking habits of the Gauls, the Celtic people who occupied modern-day France at this time.

The Gauls were, he observed, excessively fond of wine, so much so that they usually drank it neat and often went into battle inebriated. In Siculus’s eyes, this love of the grape not only betrayed the Gauls’ lack of breeding (a civilised Roman would always dilute his wine), it also left them open to exploitation by canny Roman traders.

“Many Italian merchants, with their usual passion for money, look on the Gallic craving for wine as their treasure,” he wrote. “They transport the wine by boat on the navigable rivers and by wagon through the plains, and receive in return for it an incredibly high price.” Then, with thinly veiled incredulity, Siculus added: “For an amphora [a wheel-thrown terracotta container that typically held around 20 litres of liquid] of wine they get in return a slave – a servant in exchange for a drink!”

It will come as a shock to absolutely no one to learn that human beings were every bit as likely to succumb to the temptations of drink 2,000 years ago as they are today. What many people will find more surprising about Siculus’s words, however, is the picture they paint of relations between the Romans and their Celtic neighbours – one in which the two peoples were engaging in trade, rather than hacking each other to pieces.

In the popular imagination, the Celtic-speaking people of western Europe were constantly at war with the Romans. The truth was very different. There were battles, of course, and the relationship would eventually end in bloodshed and subjugation after Julius Caesar launched his campaigns of conquest in Gaul in 58 BC. But the violence was preceded by long periods of peace and collaboration, and that collaboration benefited both parties.

Siculus clearly thought that the Gauls were being duped by wily Roman traders. After all, in Rome a Gaulish slave would fetch five or six times the price they could command at home. But Siculus was missing the point. In Gaul, slaves were available in surplus, a result of raiding between rival tribes. Once an external market developed for slaves, raiding could be intensified to satisfy the demand. A Gaulish leader could then offload surplus slaves in return for Roman wine that, distributed to his followers, would greatly enhance his status. For the chief, then, it was a very good deal indeed.

The Roman merchants were also doing very nicely out of their trading links with the Gauls. By the late second century BC, the Roman economy was changing dramatically. Small farms were being bought up and merged into vast estates run for their aristocratic owners by managers commanding armies of slave workers. The easiest commodity to produce on the slave-manned farms was wine. But as the estates grew and became more reliant on grape monoculture, wine production began to outstrip Italian demand. For the estates in western Italy, the solution to the problem was simply to ship the surplus to the major ports of southern Gaul – Massalia (Marseilles) and Narbo (Narbonne) – where middlemen were ready to transport it to the Gauls. The slaves acquired in return were brought back to labour on the estates. It was a system that benefited everyone – except, of course, the slaves.

  —  The Celts: were they friends or foes of the Romans?

[aldorainjuryandwellness]

Your Guide to Therapy for Anxiety and Depression in Lynnwood, WA

If you or someone you love is struggling with anxiety or depression, you're not alone. These are some of the most common mental health challenges people face today — but the good news is, help is available, and Lynnwood, WA, offers a variety of resources to support your journey to feeling better.

One place that stands out locally is Aldora Injury and Wellness. They take a well-rounded, integrative approach to mental health — blending traditional care with holistic options that treat both mind and body.

What Are Anxiety and Depression?

Let’s start by breaking down what these conditions really are — because understanding them is the first step in addressing them.

Anxiety

Anxiety goes beyond the occasional nervous feeling before a big meeting or test. It can show up as:

Constant worry or fear

Difficulty sleeping or concentrating

Rapid heartbeat or shortness of breath

Feeling on edge or restless

There are different types too — like generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and panic disorder.

Depression

Depression can feel like a heavy fog that doesn’t lift. It's more than just feeling sad. It might involve:

Low energy or motivation

A lack of interest in things you used to enjoy

Changes in appetite or sleep patterns

Feeling hopeless or overwhelmed

Sometimes anxiety and depression show up together, which can make things feel even more confusing. But you don't have to figure it all out alone.

Therapy Options Available in Lynnwood

If you're in Lynnwood and looking for help, there are a few therapeutic approaches you might come across. Each one works a bit differently, and it’s okay to try different methods to see what resonates most with you.

🧠 1. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

This is one of the most common (and most researched) forms of therapy. It helps you spot unhelpful thought patterns and change the behaviors that come with them. It’s super effective for both anxiety and depression.

🌿 2. Integrative & Functional Medicine

This approach looks at the full picture — your mental, physical, and even nutritional health. It can include things like stress management coaching, holistic counseling, and lifestyle changes alongside therapy.

💬 3. Supportive Therapy

Sometimes, just having a safe space to talk can make a world of difference. Supportive therapy focuses on listening, encouraging, and helping you build tools to manage stress and build confidence.

Spotlight: Aldora Injury and Wellness in Lynnwood

Aldora Injury and Wellness isn’t your average clinic. They take a whole-person approach, offering care for both emotional and physical health. Led by Dr. Vivaksha Khanduri, DNP, FNP-BC, their team specializes in creating personalized treatment plans that work for real people with real lives.

What They Offer:

🧘‍♀️ Mental Health Support Tailored care for anxiety and depression using both medical and holistic practices.

🥗 Nutritional Therapy Focused on restoring balance to the body through advanced nutrient therapy and diet support.

🧪 Comprehensive Testing In-depth lab work to uncover underlying issues that might be contributing to how you’re feeling.

💡 Integrative Medicine Combining traditional and alternative treatments to support your whole self.

They accept most major insurance plans and focus on providing inclusive care that respects your background, culture, and unique needs.

Other Local Mental Health Resources in Lynnwood

If you're exploring your options, here are a few other great places to consider:

Wayfinder Counseling – Personalized therapy for anxiety and depression

LifeStance Health – Offers both in-person and virtual appointments

GoodTherapy & Psychology Today – Great directories to find local, licensed therapists based on your preferences

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You Deserve Support

It’s okay to need help — in fact, it’s a sign of strength. Whether you decide to reach out to Aldora Injury and Wellness or another Lynnwood provider, know that support is out there, and things can get better.

➡️ Ready to take that first step? Visit aldorainjury.com to learn more or book a consultation.

[rabbitcruiser]

National Food Day

Eating well doesn't have to be boring or restrictive — fuel your body with nutrient-dense foods that energize and nourish you.

Getting families to pay more attention to what they are eating and then make improvements toward eating more real and whole foods is the entire essence of National Food Day!

History of National Food Day

When packaged foods and convenience foods began to grow in popularity during and after World War II, the number of people cooking meals at home from scratch seemed to hit a decline. And with women working outside the home more than ever, this seemed like a great compromise for family life.

But with the convenience came the addition of non-natural preservatives, artificial trans-fats and a lack of clear labeling. Because of this, many scientists and nutritionists were concerned that families were finding themselves uninformed and unaware about the things that they were ingesting into their bodies.

In 1971, the Center for Science in the Public Interest was founded by several scientists who were concerned for the health of families. As a consumer advocacy group that is science-based and independent of any government agency, the clear and ambitious agenda of CSPI has been to improve the food system in the United States to support healthier eating for American families.

One large goal of the CSPI was to make sustainable, healthy food available to anyone, and they have gone about advocating for this and raising awareness in a variety of ways. This includes legislation for more informed labeling, removal of certain dangerous trans-fats, advocacy for better school lunches and much more.

By 1975, the CSPI founded National Food Day in an effort to get more people involved in learning to shop, eat and cook in a healthier and more natural manner. In an attempt to offer something similar to Earth Day, National Food Day has been celebrated annually for several decades.

National Food Day is all about making an effort to eat more whole, real foods, such as fresh vegetables and fruits, whole grains and natural proteins. While it might take a bit of thinking ahead and creating some new habits, the potential for massive results is certainly worth a little bit of effort!

National Food Day Timeline

1500 BC

Yeast bread is first recorded

The earliest recorded bread made with yeast is in Ancient Egypt, though it is likely that fermentation was used in bread much earlier than this.

1921

First fast food restaurant opens

White Castle, America’s first fast food chain, opens in Wichita, Kansas and serves burgers made on an assembly line.

1971

Center for Science and Public Interest is founded

CSPI, the founding organization for National Food Day, is established by several scientists.

1975

First National Food Day is celebrated

Founded to raise awareness about the increasing industrialization of food in America, as well as hunger, increasing food prices, as well as the diet and health crisis in the United States.

2015

Food Day Apple Crunch takes place

On National Food Day this year, students are encouraged to participate by posting a picture of themselves biting into an apple, with the hashtag #FoodDay2015.

How to Celebrate National Food Day

Celebrating and joining in on the fun of National Food Day can not only be a delight to enjoy, but also is a great step in creating healthier habits that can last a lifetime!

Consider implementing some of these tasty ideas in honor of the day:

Eat Some Real Food!

Sure, it’s something that most humans do on most days, but National Food Day is a particularly important day for eating – and for enjoying the food that is eaten! On this day, make a bit of an effort to get all of the meals for today from the produce section or fresh meat section, rather than eating from pre-made, preservative filled convenience food.

Got a craving for some crunchy food? Put down that bag of potato chips and, instead, pick up a crisp apple or a crunchy carrot stick. Feeling like a sweet snack? Instead of that pre-packaged granola bar, consider whipping up some homemade granola that includes oats, raisins, cinnamon, vanilla extract and honey.

When it comes to eating real food for National Food Day (and beyond), the changes can be small but the effects are important and lasting!

Learn to Shop Differently for National Food Day

Many times, simply out of habit, people tend to do the same things over and over again. For those who are accustomed to purchasing processed foods, it can feel a bit difficult to overcome that habit. But, National Food Day is a great time to try to re-think the old habits of grocery shopping.

All it takes is a bit of time to stop and reconsider the way grocery lists are made and food is purchased. One of the best ways to level up that food shopping experience is to make a plan in advance, filled with healthier, natural and fresh foods.

In most cases, an important factor for learning to grocery shop differently is to spend the most amount of time around the perimeter of the grocery store. This is because the perimeter is typically where the healthier and most natural foods are located. Fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy items, the meat counter, and freshly baked items are all often located on the outside loop. Start by filling up the cart with produce and move on around the outside from there.

On the other hand, at the center are items that may be filled with preservatives, like frozen foods, pre-packaged snacks, convenience foods and more. Although some of these are not bad, simply being aware of this can help change the way grocery shopping impacts a family’s health.

Join in on a National Food Day Event

Different events in honor of National Food Day are planned in local communities around the country. Whether this means attending a lecture on how to stock a more natural kitchen at home, or joining in on a community event that is advocating for healthier school lunches, this day is a great one for getting connected with others who are making similar efforts!

Try Some New Healthy Recipes

Just because it is healthy doesn’t mean it can’t be quick and convenient! It’s all about learning to think a little differently about the way food is shopped for and prepared.

For instance, when the kids come home from school and want a snack, it’s easy to grab a bag of potato chips or a package of cookies. But what if they had some pre-cut carrots to dip into peanut butter instead? It’s just as delicious and tons more nutritious.

Or, instead of cooking up that box of prepared mac and cheese or a package of ramen noodles, try some Asian stir fry made from frozen, pre-sliced veggies. It’s just as easy and much tastier and healthier.

Longing for proteins that are more convenient? Try grabbing a rotisserie chicken from the deli section of the grocery store. It’s quick and easy, but also healthier than grabbing hamburgers at a fast food joint. Simply add some sliced cucumbers or home baked sweet potato fries as a side.

Even with a small effort, and simply paying attention, National Food Day has the potential to improve the diets and the health of Americans as well as people all over the world!

National Food Day FAQs

How is food important to culture?

Food provides cultures and individuals with identity, comfort, status, pleasure and belonging and, for some, it is more important than geography or even language.

How long can you go without food?

A person could possibly survive up to two months without eating food, although this would cause some serious health problems.

Does food give you energy?

Yes, all food gives energy to the body, but the type of energy can range from a quick jolt with refined sugars to more sustained energy with whole grains or veggies.

How long does it take to digest food?

It typically takes 6-8 hours to digest food from eating to its arrival in the small intestine. From here, it is another 36 hours or so until the food moves through the entire colon.

Can food poisoning cause a fever?

Yes, food poisoning can be accompanied by a fever, nausea, stomach cramps, vomiting and diarrhea.

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[lidsterk]

My Competition

After searching competitors, I was unable to find any similar businesses operating in the city where I am located (Kamloops, BC).  I was able to find three companies that offer similar products in other locations, which I have summarized below:

1:  The Cat Scratcher (listed on Facebook)

Cost: not listed

Strengths:

Offers new scratchers as well as provides repair and restoration

Two positive reviews and recommendations from previous customers

Weaknesses:

Products and services not clearly displayed

Only listed on Facebook

Costs not listed

2:  Pioneer Pet

Offer:  Many different cat scratchers

Cost:  varies by style ranging from $25 to $80

Strengths:

Sell a wide variety of cat products in addition to scratchers

Professional and well-established website

Ship across the USA

YouTube videos demonstrating products

Good reviews from customers

Weaknesses:

Lack variety of scratchers

Mass produced, not a small or local business

3:   Dream a Little Bigger by Allison Murray

Offer:  DIY cat scratcher plans to build your own cat scratcher

Cost:  Free plans available on the website (customer would still need to purchase their own materials to build their scratcher)

Strengths:

Great website (excellent pictures with the DIY scratchers in use)

Easy to follow instructions

Budget friendly product

Has plans for a number of other cat products

Weaknesses:

Customer needs to purchase the materials and build the scratcher themselves

Customer may require specialized tools that they don’t have

Only one style of scratcher

[foxlawed]

[ snarl ]   your muse growling and / or baring their teeth at mine during sex. (Trenton)

@ofwings-andclaws (non-con / dub-con as per usual for these two bc reasons)

claws dug into a muscled bicep behind him, the other fought with a couch pillow in a desperate attempt to escape, but the paws on him were unforgiving. one fisted his short hair with ease, the other held onto his tail. trenton caught him off-guard. in his own goddamn home. again. nathan might or might not have taken a few pictures for his online presence (it was grindr) with his tail out & felt quite proud of them, so mischief had taken over & he laid down on the living room couch for a little nap, which was when the bear struck.

he woke to torn clothes & grubby paws all over him, leaving not only sparks of something in their wake, but bruises, too as trenton was incapable of gentleness & nathan bruised so very easily. tried to escape, but it was to no avail. the firm tug to his tail actually has him gasp, but not in pain & he hated himself for it. it wasn't his fault, he didn't have it out a lot, so he wasn't used to the sensations as much as he was to others.

pleas & spite were useless this time, too. as per usual. trenton took what trenton wanted. those who refused or stood in his way would regret it & nathan did, every single day of his life. he wished he never took the damn case, but then again - he hadn't exactly been presented with an option. if only he could go back in time, he'd change everything about their meeting, including the lack of security. god, regret was laid on thick again tonight.

trenton never quite... waited long. clothes were exterminated, nathan's will to live challenged & diminished at the same time & then trenton would take what he came for. him. the alpha usually stayed away long enough for nathan to fully recover, so when he did return it was like they'd never met before & nathan's struggle began anew. he fuckin' hated his guts.

protest was swiftly silenced with a paw wrapping around the fox's throat, squeezing tight & tighter - usually tighter rather than just tight. mostly because nathan fought down to the teeth, with everything he had. at least at first. but when trenton pushed nathan to near unconsciousness & every permitted breath felt like heaven's gift, resistance dwindled & hopelessness took root.

nathan rarely faced trenton when they fucked (was that even accurate? it wasn't they, it was trenton), so the fox tended to try avoid as much around him as possible, but when fangs came down on an earlobe & a low growl rumbled in the alpha's chest & against his ear, promising even more regret & disgust (at himself), because the omega reacted to it.

it wasn't his fault.

[seamsterslocal]

summer binder picture tutorial

this is the third binder ive made for myself recently and the first one i’m writing up. it’s designed to do a few things: 1) allow me to put it on by myself without dislocating my shoulders 2) allow me to breathe well enough to partake in normal activity 3) be cool enough to wear throughout a muggy 90-100F summer 4) not constrict my ribs in a way that aggravates my lack of connective tissue and causes intense pain.

this has become necessary even though i had top surgery many years ago, because when i had it i was extremely skinny and since then i’ve increased in size by about 50%. this has been really fucking good for my health in every single way* except that when my chest is squishy or moves at all it’s So Goddamn Triggering for me. but also since ive had top surgery ive developed and/or been made away of a plethora of chronic conditions that make every single commercially available binding option medically impossible. unbound, my chest is pretty much what you’d expect for a chubby cis guy but venturing out into the world in just a tshirt no longer works for me

*anyone who badmouths weight gain or fat bodies in the notes WILL be blocked

under the cut are a bunch of process pictures and explanations of what they all mean:

first i’ll give you a look at the pieces and measurements:

most of the seams are sewn in this picture and one half is turned inside out, allowing you to see both the finished dimensions (right) and the placement of the fusible horsehair canvas that gives this lil scrap of linen any structure at all (left)

to get your chest measurement, you’re gonna have to do some math:

first measure above and below what you want to bind. average these numbers. mine are something like 32 and 34, which average to 33. subtract a few inches--this is to allow the air movement between the laces at center front and back, critical in the summertime. i deleted 3 inches bc i like that number but you can go bigger if you want. the more inches you subtract here, the more youll be able to ratchet all your chest material down later, but at the same time you need to leave enough fabric for a sturdy garment. let’s say a range of 2-6 inches/5-15cm. by taking your measurements this way, you’re essentially measuring the chest you would like to have. that + the horsehair canvas work together to compress any squishy tissue/force anything that doesnt compress up and to the outside (basically into the armpit/lower shoulder--the chest might stick out but it will give a very puffed chest captain america pectoral silhouette)

you can also see how ive clipped my curves and pre-drilled my lacing holes. i used the marlin spike on my knife to open up the holes on the interfacing side, mainly as a way of marking them. this worked well bc the interfacing’s glue kept the linen from raveling

this is the same stage but looking at the non-interfaced grey linen/cotton blend (the black is some 100% linen from my cabbage stash). you can see ive broken the solar-plexus-to-back measurement up into a bunch of pieces to save on fabric but that’s not necessary. my original pattern was just two pieces (front and back) and chopping the straps into thirds on both sides was aesthetic

in the following picture you can really see how this is really just overgrown regency stays:

i thought about doing side lacing but didn’t think that would be comfortable for me. on the front, the side seam allowance was pressed inwards before turning to create a finished looking slot. on the back the side seam is left unfinished with an extra wide seam allowance, and is inserted into that slot.

here’s a closeup on it pinned in place (you can adjust the angle of the side seam and the fit during this pinning stage):

that side seam was just topstitched in place once i had the fit how i liked it, and the armhole was reinforced with more topstitching

alright, time for eyelets: first, you can see how well the marking worked:

next, two rows of basted eyelets (left), one row of eyelets sewn with a doubled and waxed cotton thread (center right), and one row of eyelets opened and stainless steel rings placed (right).

next time i’m going to mark the eyelets same as i did above, but do this step differently--i’ll mark and baste the steel rings in place BEFORE widening the eyelets. this is bc i had a lot of problems keeping the eyelets on center

eyelets half done on this one! on the left are eyelets sewn with doubled and waxed cotton thread and on the right eyelets sewn with quadrupled and waxed thread. the center is basting again. i was able to force the holes back in line while sewing the eyelets but it was kinda annoying. adding a second picture that doesnt have great focus but hopefully shows how that process worked and shows the spike clearly

i ended up using this white cotton thread because it’s stronger than my black cotton thread (which the rest of it is sewn with). [eta: after this was first posted, i pressed the whole thing heavily, which effectively de-waxed the thread, and i dyed the whole thing a medium charcoal grey, the thread blends in perfectly on the lighter side and isn’t such a sore thumb on the darker side]

bonus: the piecing layout for that little piece of strap. the whole light gray half of the binder was made from 1/2 of one of the legs i cut off some linen suit pants to make slutty camping shorts last year and i really really didn’t want to break into any of the other three halves for this garment--i have Plans for it

overall the fit of this is incredible. it DOESNT hurt my ribs which every zip-up garment ive been able to find (and it is difficult) does due to really thick elastic at the base. it doesnt aggravate my sensory issues with the synthetic fibers that every commercial option is made of. i can walk up a hill or stairs, or go to pt, without getting too out of breath. i can eat with it tight, or loosen the front easily and without taking it off to make eating easier and less nausea-inducing. it is reversible!

best of all the lacing at the back gives the garment enough movement for me to get it on without dislocating, and the interfacing and steel rings give it structure once it’s on. the shaping comes only from fusible horsehair linen canvas and stainless steel rings like youd use for chainmail, there’s no boning at all, which makes it very quick to sew (except the eyelets, but metal grommets would be sturdy and quick provided theyre of good quality)

there’s a small amount of gaping on the outside of the shoulder strap, which i plan on fixing with a tiny tiny dart in the armpit, i want to add pockets to tuck the laces into, and i need a better lace for the back, but it’s completely wearable in time for the 90 weather next week which is all i wanted. i’ll do a reblog when it’s perfectly finished with an update on the fit but for now it is done enough 

the little ridge where it doesnt lay flat against the shoulder is most visible with just a single t shirt over it. with a flannel or a sweater, it disappears, and by itself, it’s hidden in movement

eta: after dyeing this, i relaced it a bit looser in the back and that gape mainly disappeared. ive decided to leave it in instead of smoothing it with a dart because the loose fabric gives space for my chest to expand when breathing and shapes my silhouette in a way that emphasizes my shoulders

[annieqattheperipheral]

Kyle. Hi. Wow. Ok. I'm sad. Wow gonna miss u hard.

Ok so the Brendan Shanahan media availability just ended. Wow, he revealed a fair bit and didn't hide that letting Kyle go was his decision and revealed when he changed his mind from fully working on extending his contract, to ok thank you but bye.

The timeline:

Off-season 2022: shanny tells dubas they're going to wait and see how the 22-23 season goes and then decide on whether or not to extend him. Kyle all cool beans super profesh

Season: goes well normal ups n downs. Owners & board & shanny are happy

Trade deadline 2023: shanny is very pleased and now there's not much else for GMs to do rn so tells dubas we want to extend you. Kyle all cool beans i want that too here's my agent's deets y'all figure it out keep me out of it while i focus on the end of season & playoffs

Friday May 12: Leafs nation crashes and burns out of the playoffs in round 2

Saturday day off

Sunday they all come in for team pictures and shanny & dubas chat and he tells dubas you did well this doesn't change anything we still want to extend you. also everyone will be talking to media tmr you don't have to i won't be. Kyle all cool beans but I'm gonna bc the players & coach have to and i should support them

Monday May 15 - Kyle Dubas speaks to media -> he did not confirm yes/no on whether he wanted to stay as GM, answers with this season was v hard on my family and i have to speak w them before i answer in any way at all

Shanny's brain goes all WTF. Yes we've talked extensively at every conversation about how hard this season has been on your family. But like did not expect that response to the media. So then shanny's all driving home that night thinking ok i have to think about the possibility of next season having a different GM

Tuesday - they don't chat

Wednesday - shanny goes to see dubas. They talk about his Monday media availability cuz shanny got questions cuz like wtf. They talk about pressure on family in this industry both as player and management. Kyle says his agent will contact him tmr and shanny all uhh ok but I'm like still so confused girl

Thursday - dubas agent sends shanny a new contract w different financial package expectations. Kyle emails shanny that night i wanna be ur GM boo🫶 but shanny already got the ick factor going and is so not into it anymore

Friday May 19/today - shanny drove to dubas office at ford performance centre and told him we will not be extending ur contract 😭😭😭

Brendan Shanahan speaks to media

If you've got the urge and u really love kyle highly encourage you watch/listen to both of their press conferences. Shanahan speaks highly of Dubas keeps it profesh there is none of the bad blood we heard about

Kyle is so awesome, open, emotional and possibly its the last time we'll hear from him for awhile since he's no longer with MLSE nor any other org. He said in his media that if he were to not be GM with leafs, in no way would we be seeing him signing with another team like next week. His answer didn't have anything to do w having other job offers.

My overall conclusion:

shanny no longer saw the 100% passion and want for the job anymore from dubas during his Monday press conference. And it's ok if that is how kyle is feeling bc he clearly needs to focus on family for a bit now after just a rollicking season & stressful as shit playoffs. Yes Kyle was in a vulnerable state so soon after playoffs elimination and probably shouldn't have been judged for his contract extension based off of that. But workplaces and jobs are like relationships where if the want to work isn't fully there anymore it is going to turn off your coworkers and boss, and his lack of confirmation of wanting to be GM to the press really drove home that he was still on the fence and iffy about going all in on the job despite the horrible 2nd round loss.

Wherever you go kyle, I'm following you, even if you go to one of my hated teams bc i know you'll fix the org & locker room culture like you did at the leafs💙💙💙

[glueandmorphemes]

ok i am info-dumping everything bc this took a while to make but it's sooo helpful and i havent had the chance to rant about it yet:

first basics:

how to create a columm with dropdowns: [(you can just search it up and they might explain it better, but i might as well :) ] you need to put your dropdown list options separately. then select the column, go to data, then data validation, go to the settings tab, select to allow "list" and then select the options that you made previously. now your drop down is complete

how to colour code: select the column, go to conditional formatting in the home tab, and start making rules. you can select particular cells for values. i mostly use the "only format cells that contain" bc its the simplest. can do whatever you want now: highlight, bolden, background filling (my favvv)

now the actual excel sheet: you need 3 different sheets: resources, problem areas, and calendar

resources;

is a compilation of all the resources you have available to you or want to use, segregated based on subject.

make sure to include a column for the source/link to find it easily. have a column for status, which will be a dropdown column. then have another column for value/description, which is just extra notes on what the resource is, what you intend to use it for. just makes navigation easier

problem areas:

where you rank all your subjects based on importance, with 1 being the one you need to work on the most and the last being the one you need to work on the least.

1 column for reflection/issues, which is just vague descriptions of the issues like time management, memory, lack of notes, etc.

next column is "actions," where you add actionable items for every single issue, can be more than one.

for pure whimsy, i created another column for "type of task," separating into "practice" and "preparation" since thats usually how i study (learn the topic and practice, and since i have various levels of comfort, this works but you can segregate however. this can also be dropdown and colour coded for funsies).

i also have another column for keeping track of which tasks have been added to the calendar sheet (details given below), just a simple dropdown for "added" and "not added" (again i colourcoded that column bc i love formatting way too much)

the third and most important sheet (especially for time restrictions) is "calendar"

this is not a day by day tasks list/calendar, but a week by week one since its hard to plan day by day and stick to it. imo, better to plan week by week to give yourself some wiggle room.

the columns are week number (dates of the week), subject (that the overarching tasks belong to), over-arching tasks (direct implementation of the problem areas), type of task (prep, practice, assistance [like from teachers or smth. i had that one bc i need feedback a lot]), detailed task breakdown (into multiple mini-tasks if needed), dates to do in the week (can plan this out. it works for practice stuff for me bc i often do repeptitive practice throughout the week for languages and stuff), status (in progress, done for the day, behind schedule, completed), notes (for whatever).

i colour coded by status and type of task columns bc its just prettier.

also, not really that helpful but helps in motivation is to count the number of tasks that are in certain statuses. so you add this data next to the separate list you had created for data validation by inputting this formula into the formula box: =COUNTIF(G:G,J2). the G:G is the column that you are counting the number of times the value in J2 is present. in this case, J2 contains "in progress" and G:G is my status column.

ok so i think that's everything. i'm only just realising that this is probably really confusing so if you do have any questions, pls do ask. im attaching a picture of the calendar table below bc ikkk it's confusing

hope this helpssss :)

im literally writing a jegulus oneshot in the middle of my maths class instead of revising for my alevels which start in less than two months

oh the thrill of the double life

[rabbitcruiser]

National Food Day

Eating well doesn't have to be boring or restrictive — fuel your body with nutrient-dense foods that energize and nourish you.

Getting families to pay more attention to what they are eating and then make improvements toward eating more real and whole foods is the entire essence of National Food Day!

History of National Food Day

When packaged foods and convenience foods began to grow in popularity during and after World War II, the number of people cooking meals at home from scratch seemed to hit a decline. And with women working outside the home more than ever, this seemed like a great compromise for family life.

But with the convenience came the addition of non-natural preservatives, artificial trans-fats and a lack of clear labeling. Because of this, many scientists and nutritionists were concerned that families were finding themselves uninformed and unaware about the things that they were ingesting into their bodies.

In 1971, the Center for Science in the Public Interest was founded by several scientists who were concerned for the health of families. As a consumer advocacy group that is science-based and independent of any government agency, the clear and ambitious agenda of CSPI has been to improve the food system in the United States to support healthier eating for American families.

One large goal of the CSPI was to make sustainable, healthy food available to anyone, and they have gone about advocating for this and raising awareness in a variety of ways. This includes legislation for more informed labeling, removal of certain dangerous trans-fats, advocacy for better school lunches and much more.

By 1975, the CSPI founded National Food Day in an effort to get more people involved in learning to shop, eat and cook in a healthier and more natural manner. In an attempt to offer something similar to Earth Day, National Food Day has been celebrated annually for several decades.

National Food Day is all about making an effort to eat more whole, real foods, such as fresh vegetables and fruits, whole grains and natural proteins. While it might take a bit of thinking ahead and creating some new habits, the potential for massive results is certainly worth a little bit of effort!

National Food Day Timeline

1500 BC

Yeast bread is first recorded

The earliest recorded bread made with yeast is in Ancient Egypt, though it is likely that fermentation was used in bread much earlier than this.

1921

First fast food restaurant opens

White Castle, America’s first fast food chain, opens in Wichita, Kansas and serves burgers made on an assembly line.

1971

Center for Science and Public Interest is founded

CSPI, the founding organization for National Food Day, is established by several scientists.

1975

First National Food Day is celebrated

Founded to raise awareness about the increasing industrialization of food in America, as well as hunger, increasing food prices, as well as the diet and health crisis in the United States.

2015

Food Day Apple Crunch takes place

On National Food Day this year, students are encouraged to participate by posting a picture of themselves biting into an apple, with the hashtag #FoodDay2015.

How to Celebrate National Food Day

Celebrating and joining in on the fun of National Food Day can not only be a delight to enjoy, but also is a great step in creating healthier habits that can last a lifetime!

Consider implementing some of these tasty ideas in honor of the day:

Eat Some Real Food!

Sure, it’s something that most humans do on most days, but National Food Day is a particularly important day for eating – and for enjoying the food that is eaten! On this day, make a bit of an effort to get all of the meals for today from the produce section or fresh meat section, rather than eating from pre-made, preservative filled convenience food.

Got a craving for some crunchy food? Put down that bag of potato chips and, instead, pick up a crisp apple or a crunchy carrot stick. Feeling like a sweet snack? Instead of that pre-packaged granola bar, consider whipping up some homemade granola that includes oats, raisins, cinnamon, vanilla extract and honey.

When it comes to eating real food for National Food Day (and beyond), the changes can be small but the effects are important and lasting!

Learn to Shop Differently for National Food Day

Many times, simply out of habit, people tend to do the same things over and over again. For those who are accustomed to purchasing processed foods, it can feel a bit difficult to overcome that habit. But, National Food Day is a great time to try to re-think the old habits of grocery shopping.

All it takes is a bit of time to stop and reconsider the way grocery lists are made and food is purchased. One of the best ways to level up that food shopping experience is to make a plan in advance, filled with healthier, natural and fresh foods.

In most cases, an important factor for learning to grocery shop differently is to spend the most amount of time around the perimeter of the grocery store. This is because the perimeter is typically where the healthier and most natural foods are located. Fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy items, the meat counter, and freshly baked items are all often located on the outside loop. Start by filling up the cart with produce and move on around the outside from there.

On the other hand, at the center are items that may be filled with preservatives, like frozen foods, pre-packaged snacks, convenience foods and more. Although some of these are not bad, simply being aware of this can help change the way grocery shopping impacts a family’s health.

Join in on a National Food Day Event

Different events in honor of National Food Day are planned in local communities around the country. Whether this means attending a lecture on how to stock a more natural kitchen at home, or joining in on a community event that is advocating for healthier school lunches, this day is a great one for getting connected with others who are making similar efforts!

Try Some New Healthy Recipes

Just because it is healthy doesn’t mean it can’t be quick and convenient! It’s all about learning to think a little differently about the way food is shopped for and prepared.

For instance, when the kids come home from school and want a snack, it’s easy to grab a bag of potato chips or a package of cookies. But what if they had some pre-cut carrots to dip into peanut butter instead? It’s just as delicious and tons more nutritious.

Or, instead of cooking up that box of prepared mac and cheese or a package of ramen noodles, try some Asian stir fry made from frozen, pre-sliced veggies. It’s just as easy and much tastier and healthier.

Longing for proteins that are more convenient? Try grabbing a rotisserie chicken from the deli section of the grocery store. It’s quick and easy, but also healthier than grabbing hamburgers at a fast food joint. Simply add some sliced cucumbers or home baked sweet potato fries as a side.

Even with a small effort, and simply paying attention, National Food Day has the potential to improve the diets and the health of Americans as well as people all over the world!

National Food Day FAQs

How is food important to culture?

Food provides cultures and individuals with identity, comfort, status, pleasure and belonging and, for some, it is more important than geography or even language.

How long can you go without food?

A person could possibly survive up to two months without eating food, although this would cause some serious health problems.

Does food give you energy?

Yes, all food gives energy to the body, but the type of energy can range from a quick jolt with refined sugars to more sustained energy with whole grains or veggies.

How long does it take to digest food?

It typically takes 6-8 hours to digest food from eating to its arrival in the small intestine. From here, it is another 36 hours or so until the food moves through the entire colon.

Can food poisoning cause a fever?

Yes, food poisoning can be accompanied by a fever, nausea, stomach cramps, vomiting and diarrhea.

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[donuts4evry1]

turns out one of my friends is afraid of jellyfish so i'm trying to help xem out a bit, do you have any suggestions on cute + harmless jellies i could show xyr? other than the obvious moon jelly lol

in lieu of me not being on my laptop right now, I've compiled a list of harmless looking jellies in nonthreatening positions to help you and your friend on your journey :)

The first types of jellies I'd like to recommend are Rhizostomeae jellyfish, which have relatively mild stings and short oral arms, absent of long tentacles, and thus look nonthreatening (though I'd recommend showing shots of them from the side- Rhizostomeae means "many mouths" and they can look kind of scary from a bottom view)

Here are some examples!

From top to bottom:

Cauliflower Jellyfish (Cephea cephea), Fried egg jellyfish (Cotylorhiza tuberculata), and Cabbagehead jellyfish (Stomopolus melagidaris)

We also have the famous Palau jelly (Mastigias Papua), which is even more nonthreatening and cute thanks to their mild stings, if any, and the yellow zooxanthellae that lines their body, giving them food

At the end of the Rhizostomeae category we have the Upside down jelly (Cassiopeia sp.) and this specific picture of the Flame jellyfish (Rhophilema esculentum)

I suggest showing xem exclusively side views of these jellies, as a full view of their oral arms is probably a little freaky, ehe...

The flame jellyfish usually only looks pretty scary but this particular one (paired with the caption "Orphan no parents") makes me pity it quite a bit, lol

I'm going in assuming that your friend is scared of most "conventional types of jellyfish", so I'll stay away from Sea Nettles and Lions manes (they do have numerous, long, and painful tentacles anyway)

Comb jellies (specifically the Lobed and Beroe varieties) are also a great option, granted you don't tell xem the creepier parts of them. Comb jellies are also aggressive proponents of queer rights, constantly displaying the rainbow with the movement of their cilia and many being simultaneous hermaphrodites (or male and female at the same time). These guys just don't do gender.

They also have no nematocysts, instead trapping prey with "sticky trap" cells, as Lisa-Ann Gershwin likes to call them.

Now for the final stretch, I'll show you some Hydroazoan jellies (categorized by the numerous peripheral tentacles on their bell, much like a moon jellyfish). They can vary on how scary they look, so I'll just put the nonscary images I have readily available to myself

Here, we have the freshwater/peach blossom jellyfish, found pretty much worldwide, and the snow globe jellyfish (a picture I took myself at the monterey bay Aquarium ehe 😎).

I think they're just cute, haha.

One last jellyfish for the road:

This one's a screenshot because the phone I took it on doesn't save files as png or jpg for some reason?? Whack. Anyway this is a juvenile purple spotted jelly (Chrysaora colorata), classified by the darker spots, small oral arms, and a lack of peripheral tentacles. It's just,,, a lil baby... I love it.

alright, I think that's all I have for now, but I'd like to add some words of my own ehe:

Jellyfish are, regrettably, creatures that aren't often conventionally attractive. Their movements may be rhythmic and hypnotic, but some are off put by the tentacles and their toxicity. I compiled the list with criterium such as "short tentacles" or "small body" but the reality is that the term encompasses an extremely diverse group of animals, and they can be quite freaky or scary.

I don't blame your friend for xyr fear. Jellyfish can be dangerous, and touching them is never recommended (unless you're me, bc you know most of the venomous jellies already lol /j). In that sense I kinda feel a kinship with them, since I don't really like being touched either (sometimes I wish I had deadly venom to prevent other people from making unwantef contact with me ehehe). Anyway, these are definitely species that are a "look, but don't touch" kinda deal.

Still, even just a surface dive in jellyfish lore (ugh, can't believe I'm saying that) makes you step foot into a surprisingly interesting and foreign world. Invertebrates are infinitely interesting, and jellyfish, being one of the oldest, are sure to reveal hidden powers and abilities that one would not even be capable of fathoming.

The optimistic side of me hopes that your friend overcomes xyr fear of jellyfish, but at the very least, I hope that xey can learn to be comfortable with the idea of jellyfish, haha.