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upismediacenter · 4 months ago

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LITERARY: in ten years' time

Ten years from now, I’ll be moving into an apartment.

To be honest, I’m scared that I simply won't know what to do with an apartment when most of my life has been spent inside my bedroom. I might feel lonely. I've never had to fill such a big space.

Hold up—maybe I need to imagine a bit for the whole thing to make sense.

My apartment will have three rooms: the huge main room with the living, kitchen, and dining areas, the bathroom, and the bedroom. Personally, I believe that having separation between rooms is necessary for privacy and organization. This arrangement gives me a lot of space to play around with; I hope I won’t get tired of cleaning.

I’ll be living on one of the lower floors, maybe the fifth or sixth—high enough to ride the elevator guilt-free, and low enough to take the stairs and have energy left by the end of it. I’ll be living at the end of the hall, at the corner of the building where there won’t be a lack of windows. I’ll have a lot of natural light in the mornings, and there’ll be more surfaces for me to watch raindrops land and flow down on.

When I arrive at my apartment, after an exhausting night of working at the theater, I’ll stick my keys into the lock then push the door in. As I enter, I’ll first shed my slip-ons at the shoe rack right beside the door then change into a pair of flip flops. Immediately after, with a flip of a switch, the main space will be illuminated with lights that emit a soft, yellowish glow. When I see the whole place lit up, that’s when I’ll know I’m truly home.

The living room won’t have much in terms of the usual furniture—just the usual couch and television. But they won’t be an ordinary couch and TV, definitely! The couches fold out to make beds, which is perfect for sleepovers. The TV mounted on the wall can also swing in different directions for whenever I want to watch from other rooms. I’ll be able to make myself a sandwich and see Gordon Ramsey call someone an idiot sandwich at the same time.

Because of my tendency to accumulate mementos, the living room will probably be the most cluttered space in the house, with different trinkets and decorative pieces on display. There’ll be Taylor Swift vinyls on the walls, framed pictures of me and my loved ones, and posters from various K-Pop albums I’ve collected through the years. The feature that will dominate the living area will be rows of shelves filled with books and various collectibles, like full five-book sets of Rick Riordan’s series and an army of Pokemon plushies. Maybe I’ll have enough space that the keyboard I have stowed in storage will finally have a home too!

Since I want to have friends over often, I’ll make sure to keep extra Nintendo Switch Joycons and multiplayer board games to keep them entertained. With time, my living room will be the best place dedicated to making people feel welcomed into my personal space.

Moving away from the living room, I’ll have a dining table. It isn’t much to speak of, but it’s still useful to have. It’s a little pointless when you live alone, considering you can go eat anywhere else, but I will appreciate the extra surface area for when I need to put or lay things down. The more important place that I should be talking about is the kitchen, which will be the place for experiments: finding what tastes good and what makes me comfortable.

On the kitchen counter, there’ll be a vase left empty, just waiting for whenever I get flowers; I could buy some, or maybe… kidding!

I’ll stock up on the food I enjoy and feel safe eating, and I’ll have fun organizing them in these transparent containers and bins I see all over TikTok. I’ll also be able to cook these recipes that keep showing up on my feed, and check if they’re as easy as I think they are. No, I will not be attempting to make every kind of celebrity mac and cheese. Yes, I will remember to buy vegetables and actually use them in my dishes. That kind of stuff gets better with a lot of practice.

Growing up watching TV shopping channels means that I’ll splurge my adult money on different kitchen appliances. Induction stove, rice cooker, food processor… you name it, I’ll probably have it.

An oven for all the cookies and cakes I’ll crave in the middle of the night and spend three hours making? Check. Those two-door fridges with magnets from different places around the world? Definitely asking my friends to bring me more magnets as souvenirs. A microwave for all the instant food I’ll be cooking when I’m too lazy to cook something healthy? Consider that done.

And even after having all that, I just know that I’ll bleed my bank account dry with a pricey espresso machine that I’ll try making elaborate drinks with but end up drinking four shots from when I’m working on a project and can’t be bothered to rest.

My kitchen will make it possible to pleasurably engage all senses and sensations and satiate these different kinds of hunger in the best way possible.

Do I really need to talk about the bathroom? Okay, whatever. Sure, that’s where I can keep all my skincare, hygiene, and cleaning products, but aside from the necessary fixtures, there’s not much else that I want. No, wait—there has to be a tabo, because I’m too used to having one around. Oh, maybe a waterproof Bluetooth speaker too. I enjoy doing concerts in the bathroom, so there’s that. I don’t want to talk about laundry yet—I’ll figure that one out sooner or later.

Anyway, enough talk about the loo. Let’s move to, arguably, my favorite room in the apartment.

My bedroom has always been my personal safe space, and I’m definitely keeping it that way, especially in my own home. This is where I find rest after facing the outside world. This is where I retreat when things get too overwhelming, so no one should be able to disturb me when I am in this room.

Most of all, I want my bedroom to not only be a place for rest, but also a place for me to develop and evolve. The physically confined space will be the host to limitless mental, emotional, and spiritual growth. This is where I’ll focus all my energy into making myself better, whether it be through exploring research topics, reading for self-help, creating new works—basically doing all the things that I enjoy and find satisfaction doing.

For starters, I know I don’t need a large bed; maybe I can have a loft with the bed on top and a desk space underneath. I value having a large workspace with quality equipment, so I’ll be rigging up a setup where I can work and game effectively. I’ll invest in a PC that can run Sims 4 on full graphics without burning up and crashing—well, I mean, why else would I have a NASA-level computer if not for the many cozy games I’ll be playing? (Well, some of us want to finish our requirements to complete our master’s degrees.)

Now, onto other things in the room: I’ll have a guitar sitting in the corner, unplayed until I regain the motivation to write songs again. Next to it will be filing cabinets filled with random materials and unfinished projects that I likely won’t touch again as I’ve lost the spark for them. Beside the desk will be a small reading nook with a bean bag and a floor lamp. Lastly, by the door, there’ll be a full-body mirror on which I'll do my fit checks whenever an event requires me to dress up.

Speaking of dressing up, the first step of my capsule wardrobe will be completed, because now, I have an actual wardrobe! I’ll have enough closet space (no, not for me—I’ve been out a while) for my clothes, which I predict will be filled with my default colors: black, white, and navy. I’ll have tiny organizers for all of my bracelets and earrings, which I wear to brighten up my admittedly dull color palette. At the end of the day, all that will be taken off, thrown into the hamper, and replaced by the comfiest pajamas and a fluffy throw blanket. I will then block everyone out with my headphones and disappear into dreamland.

Now that I’ve mapped it all out in my mind, I see what can be done. Being able to visualize what my apartment will look like in the future reassures me. It gives me a clear vision to work towards, and it helps me manifest the best life for myself.

I may have gushed too much about what’s going to be inside my future home, but that's because I'm excited for the freedom and relief that living solo will bring. I admit that for the first few months, it's definitely going to be different in a lot of ways, like not having anyone else around most of the time. Change might be very rattling, even when you’ve prepared for that very moment ten years in advance. That's okay—I’ll manage. I always do. Having my own place might take a bit of getting used to, but I just know that it's the best decision I'll make.

In ten years’ time, I’ll be living and loving my life in my apartment.

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letsgoplayhighfive · 2 years ago

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Supernova - A Gandrew One-Shot

Garrett loves his new apartment for a multitude of reasons.

Most of those reasons, he knows, naturally come down to Andrew. As most things do.

(A silly little Gandrew story, written in three long, late sessions. Cross-posted on Ao3, which you can find here. A huge thank you to @lmnsdtexe, who inspired, proof-read, edited, and kept me on track to actually finish this fic. I genuinely couldn't have done it without them.)

Garrett loves his new apartment for a multitude of reasons.

Really, he does- the comments he’d off-handedly thrown towards the camera about it being a mistake or a bad idea were just bluffs to get a few laughs. In reality, he thinks taking the place for his own was probably the best thing he’d managed to do in years. No joke.

It’s old, the floors creak, the doors are thin and the walls even thinner, and of course it’s also extravagantly haunted, but all of those things just add the exact kind of character Garrett loves. He can’t imagine himself anywhere else in Spokane anymore. His uncle's house is a great place to crash- don’t get him wrong -but the feeling in this charming little building is unlike anything he’s ever experienced before, and likely something he won’t be able to recreate anywhere else.

He’s also grateful to have the memories there, as few of them as there are, so cross-linked with Andrew. He doubts he’ll ever forget that road trip, all 20 hours of it, and while they’d both ended up delirious and exhausted deep in their bones, he looks back on it with a soft and warm fondness that is reserved for Andrew and Andrew alone. He elevates anything that Garrett is doing, even if it’s something as mundane as getting Starbucks, and everything always feels brighter when the two of them are together. So, naturally, he brings Andrew along to most places, and Andrew never seems to mind. Even if it is his terminally haunted home. Even if that home does scare the shit out of both of them on a regular basis. Things never feel quite as scary when Andrew is there, anyway, and Garrett only hopes he feels the same way about him.

Garrett is there to visit his niece for her birthday, still in awe at how fast time is passing and how old everyone is getting. Of course he’d sprung an invite on Andrew at the last minute and of course Andrew had also agreed at the last minute, so now they’re in his new living room, trying to ignore the strange little creaks and ticks coming from different angles around them.

The place has started to fill in with various Garrett-isms. The Xena poster from his 90’s room is up by the front door, a sword is mounted behind the TV, and Peter B. Parker has somehow found his way from Garrett’s truck up to the apartment windowsill. There’s a new spice rack in the kitchen, and he's picked out a set of vintage-looking barstools with Andrew from Wayfair that sit pulled up to the ledge separating the rooms. It’s slowly becoming a home around him, his home, and when Garrett thinks back to the first time they’d stepped inside together he can almost feel emotion tightening up his chest and clogging his throat.

Because yes, the place is his- It’s his name on the paperwork, now, after all -but it’s also so very much Andrew’s, too. Enough so that it holds the same (if not more) associative intensity as the Beehive. They’ve picked out almost every piece of furniture in it together, and Andrew is still regularly sending Garrett links to various pieces he thinks will be a good match. It’s domestic. It’s perfect. Garrett savours every second of it.

There’s a bottle of wine on the coffee table in front of him- which is less of a table and more of an antique-looking chest he’d thrifted and lugged in the back of his pickup from L.A. -and while it’s just a cheap-shit Merlot it’s still their favourite and they buy three bottles at a time to keep the stash going. Two pizza boxes rest on the floor by their feet, picked apart and empty, only still there because neither are bothered enough to actually throw them away tonight. Some things just wait until morning, and pizza boxes are usually one of those things.

They’d spent a good hour clicking through Netflix, then Prime, then Paramount, then HBO, and when they still hadn’t found something they felt like watching, Garrett had gotten up from the loveseat and found his speaker and suggested just putting some music on and going from there. Andrew had agreed, of course- and now he’s staring at his Spotify, scrolling through their playlist (collaborative, because they send each other so much music it starts to get confusing) with his brow furrowed just slightly and his free hand balancing the stem of his wine glass between his fingers. There’s a fireplace ambiance video on the TV, and the red-orange-yellow colours only serve to make Andrew look even better, adding more warmth to his skin and his hair and the flash of his smile.

Garrett takes a slow sip from his own glass, silently observing, face quirked up into a grin (and when is it not, when Andrew is concerned?). The ghosts and ghouls are mostly forgotten between them, especially with the bottle of wine half-drained, and a lot of it is just played off as the sounds the place just makes - as if it’s normal and expected and fine. And hey, he hasn’t been stabbed or shoved or possessed yet, so he figures it’s not too far from the truth. Whatever is in here, at least upstairs, seems like it doesn’t really mind either of them. It makes Garrett happier about the apartment, honestly, because there's a chance that ghosts get lonely and maybe them being there is helpful, not harmful, like he’d been scared it would be.

Andrew hums a little sound of confirmation, finally selecting a track, and the sounds of a Drake song start slowly rising from the portable speaker between them. They don’t have it too loud, at least trying to be respectful at the hour of 3:00 AM and not disturb the actual living and working people that call this place home, too.

“ This is what I’m talking about, baby, yeah!” Andrew says, half-sarcastically, as the bass to ‘Fire and Desire’ comes in, thrumming low atop the chest-table. He discards his phone on the little stretch of cushion between them, letting it slip carelessly from his fingers. His head bobs slightly to the beat as he takes his own sip of wine, almost drained.

Garrett watches the show from the other end of the loveseat, propping his tired and swimming head up with one hand, elbow pressed into the backrest, creasing into brown leather. He laughs, a little deliriously, more of a high-giggle than anything else. Andrew had just finished playfully shading him for the Mariah Carrey he played previously- though they’d still listened to the whole thing, and teasing aside, Garrett still doesn’t feel ashamed or embarrassed, like so many others have made him feel before. With Andrew it’s always just good and not much else.

Garrett tips his head back a little, looking at the speckled and slightly yellowed ceiling above them, wetting his mouth with the last sip of wine in his glass. He feels almost overwhelmed in this moment, in this slow and perfect little accumulation of good decisions, inside this unpoppable bubble with Andrew that they’ve built for themselves, one brick and stone and weird little stuffed animal at a time. The gratefulness presses against his chest, behind his ribs, and it feels ready to burst out of him. Garrett has a personal rule that he takes quite seriously- that if he has something nice to say it’s always better to say it than to refrain, so he does.

“Andrew, man- This is so cool. Sorry, like, the hardest and sappiest sidebar ever, but,” Garrett looks back down, reaching to set his empty glass aside with a gentle little clink, scanning his eyes around his living room that really feels more like their living room. “C’mon, this is just, y’know, only the most perfect thing ever.”

Andrew nods, tipping back the rest of his own drink, too, reaching across for the bottle to top them both up. Garrett watches as he takes extra care to make them both filled to the exact same line.

“I mean, besides the horrifying basement ghost, yeah- no, this place is really coming together, when are we starting our, uh… decorating business? Interior design, or whatever.” He says with a waggle of the fingers on his free hand, leaning back into the loveseat, still bobbing subtly to the beat.

Garrett waves his own hand dismissively, shaking his head. “Not just the stuff, Andrew, though thank you because I think you told me about, like, at least half of the things in here. You would definitely run the business, obviously- but I’m the boy with the truck so don’t think you can just buy me out! The Camry can’t hold furniture, you need me!”

Andrew laughs gently, and it’s as bright and bubbly and intoxicating as ever. Garrett joins him, even though he can feel his heart beat a bit harder in his chest, and he has to swallow the familiar ache in his throat. It’s nothing new to him, and he prides himself at how good he’s gotten at skimming over it and enjoying what he does have, rather than what he never will.

“No, I mean everything. This place is sick, yeah, straight fire even-” Garrett starts, a chuckle in his voice, and Andrew interrupts him with a single lifted finger.

“Lit, you could say.” Is all he adds, struggling to keep a straight face.

“ Lit, yeah, exactly bro,” Garrett responds, slipping easily into his straight-boy character, but only briefly- he really does intend on saying what he means, here, typical derailment be damned. “But also, y’know, look at us! We’ve done so much cool stuff together, and I’m just so damn grateful, man. Thank you, Andrew, for being here, even though most of the time it is absolute insanity.”

When he settles his eyes on Andrew, he’s looking back at him, now, too. His eyes are crinkled into a smile, and even though they’re red and tired, there’s so much warmth in them that Garrett almost feels taken aback by it. Sometimes he wonders how he even has enough space in his chest for how much he adores Andrew. The thought stings like lemon in a papercut, but he shakes it off.

Andrew shrugs a shoulder, always playing it casual. He huffs a little through his nose, his smile ticking upwards another notch, like he's just thought of something funny that for once Garrett isn’t in on.

“I mean, yeah, it’s been insane, but- but good insane, like- I don’t know, dude, without any of this,” He responds, gesturing to the room around them, finishing by shaking his hand at Garrett, right at him. “I think I’d be insane by now. Bad insane.”

Garrett hums in agreement, nods, tries not to look into things too deeply.

“Quarantine.” Garrett says simply, raising his eyebrows.

“ Quarantine, exactly, what would we have done? ” Andrew says back, and he’s laughing again, and Garrett wants to, too, but he can’t quite manage more than a little chuckle to cover up his silence. He wonders if Andrew will ever know what those months together really mean to him, and his brow furrows just a touch, inhibitions washy from the alcohol.

Garrett copes by lifting his wine again, taking a deep swallow, trying to spread out the warmth behind his eyes.

Andrew considers his own glass for a moment, swirling it gently, ever-careful not to spill a drop over the side onto Garrett’s (their) new furniture. He blinks down at it, and his smile slips, just a touch, matching Garrett’s own.

There’s something different in the air now, all of a sudden. Garrett isn’t quite sure what to make of it, of the expression on Andrew’s face, the way the silence is dragging on between them in such a strange, alien way, interrupted only by the sound of another Drake song rolling over on the speaker.

“You ever-” Andrew starts, and pauses. It’s jarring, really, and Garrett almost jumps at the sound of his voice. His smile is gone, now, and he’s second-guessing himself, Garrett knows. He can know a lot just by looking at him, usually, though there’s a sense of unease unfolding here that apparently he can’t quite pinpoint. “Do you ever have any regrets?”

Garrett tilts his head to the side, just slightly, a perfect picture of confusion, pausing with his wine raised halfway to his lips. He thought that he’d derailed the conversation earlier, but this is entering a territory he hadn’t expected. At all.

“I mean- yeah, regrets, who doesn’t?” He responds, watching as Andrew continues to avoid his eyes, feeling his stomach twist and turn and his heart kick like a drum. “Not about this, though, if that’s what you mean. Like, at all. ”

He adds the last part in a rush, more than anything not wanting Andrew to think he regrets a single facet of their friendship or this little apartment of his (theirs) and the world they’ve built, all the while trying to quell the sinking feeling in his soul when he realises maybe that's what Andrew means.

“Yeah, no- no, me neither, not like that.” Andrew quickly scrambles the words out, and it does help, just a little. It’s genuine, Garrett can feel that much. “Not like that but, there’s… It’s…”

Andrew huffs, frustrated, like he’s angry at himself for his inability to find the right words. Garrett doesn’t really know where this is going, as terrifying as it is, and it’s giving him whiplash from the 180 turn they’ve taken from their happy, private little moment on the couch. His hand feels cold and clammy on his glass and he puts it down lest he drop Merlot all over the carpet.

Garrett doesn’t understand the way Andrew is looking at him, doesn’t understand why it’s gotten so quiet, suddenly, and so suffocating in the silence, too, despite the music playing between them. He wants to say something, break the sudden unusual tenseness that’s entered the room, but it feels like the spit has dried up in his mouth and his tongue has turned to stone. The alcohol isn’t helping anymore- if anything, it’s made all of this feel even weirder, spacier, and all the more unreal.

“You good, Andrew?” He says, finally, finding what's left of his voice amid his scrambled thoughts, unable to stand the burning behind Andrew’s eyes anymore. It’s making him want to get up and run and never move from this spot again, all at once, and he’s never been so lost with Andrew before. It’s terrifying, carnally.

Andrew thinks, furrows his brow, scans across Garrett’s face like he’s trying to commit it to memory or find something there that Garrett himself doesn’t know about. Or doesn’t want him to see. Or doesn’t feel like Andrew wants to see.

Garrett watches as he averts his eyes again, almost relieved. Andrew tips back his drink, taking it all at once, grimacing because chugging wine is a vile, vile thing, and places the empty glass next to Garrett’s. He takes a moment, focused on the table, the little tarnished steel buckles and leather bands of the old chest, and Garrett can almost hear the gears turning in his head and see smoke coming from his ears.

Then, his eyes, again, on Garrett’s own- It could probably kill him, that look, if it hadn’t already. Maybe this is a dream, or an afterlife he isn’t aware he’s in, or some kind of personalised hell curated just for him.

“Yeah,” Andrew responds, nodding slowly, never breaking gaze. There’s something new to him now that wasn’t there before, some kind of resolve that Garret doesn’t recognize. “Yeah, I’m good.”

Andrew shuffles, a little, on the couch, turning more-so to face Garrett straight on. The cushions are relatively small, close together, making the most of the little space there is to go around.

“Garrett, I-,” Andrew pauses, looking to the side, and Garrett can see him biting the inside of his cheek. A nervous habit he's noticed a million times over. This is the point, usually, when Garrett would suggest they leave whatever stupid party or store they’re at, or ask what’s getting to him, or otherwise do anything in his power to make things just a little bit easier for Andrew. This time, though, it doesn’t feel like there's anything in the universe that can help. “I’m hoping this isn’t, like, completely out of pocket, here. But if it is just- it’s fine, totally, but just tell me, okay?”

Garrett blinks over at him, trying to gauge the expression on his face and, for once, failing. But whatever is happening here right now, well- it feels important. Almost as much so as it is scary. It goes without saying that Garrett trusts him, and that isn’t going to change now. Or ever.

“Yeah, no- dude, of course. I got you, Andrew. What’s up?” He asks, and it's like swallowing sand trying to keep his voice steady and not let his apprehension creep onto his face.

Andrew stares down at the space between them. Back to Garrett. Over at the fireplace on the TV, then Garrett again. His jaw is clenched, shoulders raised, and Garrett watches as he takes a deep, slow breath in and out through his nose. He forces the tension out of himself with it, expunging the anxiety from his body- some of it, anyway. Enough of it to ground himself, at the very least, something from therapy he’d told Garrett about some night long ago.

“You sure?” Is all Andrew says back. He’s looking at Garrett, but not in the eyes. His gaze is lower. Garrett can feel his hands start to shake.

He nods- it’s all Garrett can manage, right now, with Andrew looking across the small space at him like that. On their couch, in their little spooky apartment, with their music playing softly in the silence. It feels cataclysmic. It feels like maybe they’ve been working towards this night for a long time; an accumulation of every video they’ve filmed, every drink they’ve shared, every valentines day spent at each other's houses and every time they’ve stayed up far, far past midnight only for the sake of being in each others presence- only to do it all over again the next day, and the next, and the one after that.

Andrew nods, too- slightly, hardly noticeable. It’s almost as if he’s reassuring himself, trying to keep up with the confidence he’s trying to manifest that always seems to be one step ahead of them both. Garrett could try to do the same, but right now it's as if his world is imploding in on itself like an ancient star- an open, gaping black hole threatening to show its face, pull him inside and everything else along with him. He feels as though if he breathes it will be enough to set it off, atoms and particles colliding and accelerating around him, and there won’t be any chance to go back. For better or for worse.

When Andrew does pull forward, one hand moving to the tight little space of cushion between Garretts leg and the plush backrest to steady himself, Garrett almost leans away in response- even if it is the last thing he wants to do. He has an idea, now, about what’s going on here, but it’s happening so fast and so unexpectedly and it still seems like something he shouldn’t want, something that he intrinsically just cannot have and cannot begin to hope to have. He’s spent so long talking to himself in his head about how unfair it would be to Andrew, how it was okay to just have him as a friend, how worth it all of the pining and pain and sadness was if it meant Andrew still got to shine some golden light into the darkest, dustiest corners of his life. Now they’re here, and Andrew is closer than he’s ever been, and he’s only getting closer.

Garrett can see everything, now. He’s looked at him closely in the past, sure, but it had felt weird and creepy because it had been while Andrew was asleep, still and quiet and peaceful and perfect as ever. His lips parted just slightly when he wasn’t awake, curled under Garrett’s spare sheets or curtains or comforter, and Garrett would watch sometimes, fueling dreams of waking up together that he’d try to scrub off of himself in the shower the next morning. They stuck around in his head, no matter how much he wished he could forget them, no matter how much they burned deep in his chest. It still hadn’t stopped him, though. He doubts that anything ever could’ve.

This time, though, Andrew is awake and alive and breathing right in front of him, close enough he can smell the wine on his lips, can see the deep, twisting colours of his iris’, the delicate, light line of eyelashes surrounding them. It gives him a feeling of unreality, a sense of familiarity from the deepest, most burried of his dreams, and it’s somehow so much like them and so, so different at the same time.

There’s a moment, a beat that passes between them, and it doesn’t quite feel like hesitation- more like Andrew is taking it in, feeling it out, pausing to exist in this proximity to Garrett that’s so unexplored but also just as natural as any other part of them together.

And then he tips forward, and there’s a hand tangled blindly into the folds of Garrett's shirt, catching on a button, and lips pressed so, so delicately against his own.

Garrett’s breath hitches in his chest, his ribs tight and hot and constrictive, and it feels like the apartment is spinning around him behind his eyes that have closed on their own volition. He’s never really allowed himself to think of how this would feel. Not sober, anyway -because he’d promised himself a long time ago not to get caught up in things so far removed from his reality -but now he feels a bit stupid. This, right now, is reality, a reality he’d missed before, allowed to pass by him like a bullet train, blinking every time it came around the tracks.

He makes some little, pathetic sound in his throat, far from purposeful, and Andrew only presses in closer. Neither pull back- instead, Andrew brings Garrett forward by his shirt, and Garrett lets himself be led, and if his mind hadn’t just gone into another stratosphere he might stop to pinch himself now.

It is everything . It’s tender, it’s soft, it’s caring and kind and slow and a perfect culmination of what Garrett has always loved about Andrew, everything he loves about him now. It feels like their history, their friendship, all of their time spent with no one else on their minds all put together in a moment just for them, and Garrett doesn’t pay mind to the little pin-pricks of moisture at the corners of his eyes.

Andrew parts, slowly, hand still tangled up in Garrett’s flannel, eyes blinking open as Garrett does the same.

There’s a moment, then, where Garrett feels scared all over again. His confidence has always been lacking and the sticky, evil part of his brain that insists on self-sabotage pipes up to tell him that this might not be a beginning but an end; Andrew might regret this, might hate it, might just be using Garrett as a little experiment that’s failing right in front of his eyes. Garrett knows better, knows Andrew wouldn’t do that to him in a million years, knows the love between them is genuine even if it is just friendship, but that beat of fear floods across him anyway, a tsunami just as overwhelming as the earthquake-kiss that has caused it to roll out of the ocean in Garrett’s heart.

But then Andrew is smiling. Smiling and laughing, quiet and breathy, a few steps softer than his usual manic giggle that Garrett has always been so good at drawing out of him. And it’s perfect. It’s right. It feels exactly how it’s supposed to, how it was always supposed to be, like they’ve just found the last puzzle piece under the carpet after weeks of searching high and low. The satisfaction of a complete and beautiful picture in front of them, ready to be framed and hung and put on display for anyone who cared to see.

“Woah.” Andrew says, simply, between little bouts of laughter that soothe the quakes in Garrett’s soul.

Garrett nods, and he can feel the corners of his mouth turn upwards, too, and hopes the shakes in his chest are him laughing back.

“Woah.” He confirms, trying to ignore the bead that does escape and tumble from his eye, running down his cheek.

Andrew doesn’t- he reaches up, swipes it away with his thumb, soft and uncalloused and so much unlike Garrett’s own. He doesn’t mention it, not out loud- he doesn’t need to. He knows why it’s there, knows it’s not a bad thing, knows it’s for him but from a place of happiness, of relief, of the dissipation of something that has been building inside for far, far too long. Andrew does know him better than he knows himself, after all.

Garrett thinks maybe he was right earlier in saying that his world was imploding and collapsing in like a dying star, irreversibly changing the fabric of his universe, their universe- and as terrifying as it had felt, now they’re past it; now it’s a supernova, expanding outwards, white-hot and exciting and fast and full of energy, of atoms, of incredible power and potential that has been there all along, waiting patiently, slowly reacting and changing until the moment of release. Crossing thresholds and boundaries in a slew of colours and light, rippling through them, through this beautiful little home, the Beehive, Garrett’s backyard in L.A., the tiny house, the trails in Spokane and the endless stretches of highway between it all.

Garrett reaches forward, his hand shaking from how much feeling is breaking through the cracks now, how much want and time and pain and suppression that has been building up inside him for so long. Now finally free, wordlessly gathering and spilling out between them, making sense in the way they just simply and intrinsically do. Garrett doesn’t have words- and he guesses from Andrew’s response, the lopsided grin on his face, that he doesn’t have them either -but when have they ever needed words before?

He places his hand, gently, on the side of Andrew’s face, mirroring the one on his own, and he can feel everything- every little hair, the tiny imperfections, the softness Andrew exudes. It’s everything he’s never allowed himself to want with any real intention. Still, he’s glad he didn’t. He’s glad he has been patient, has waited for Andrew, has held out for this perfect payoff. Something about it feels right, and he can’t possibly think of any time with Andrew as being wasted, no matter the nature of their relationship.

This is exactly where they’re supposed to be. He doesn’t know how he knows this, but it doesn’t make him any less sure of its truth.

It’s Garrett’s turn now to be swept up in it, to pull forwards into Andrew and everything he’s ever loved with such intensity before, to seal the deal, to feel his world shake again at the touch of their lips-

And then the bedroom door, down the hall, swings open. The creak is loud and jarring and they both jump halfway out of their skin, having let their guard down and forgetting about the incredibly active and horrifying ghost business they’re kissing in the middle of.

They both look over, frozen, gaping at the dark, open chasm of the doorway. Garrett expects himself to be scared, but he isn’t- just as he knows deep within himself how right this is, he knows this isn’t happening with any malice towards them. It feels more like a push in the right direction. Maybe it has been the whole time, and he simply hasn’t been allowing himself to see it.

Gently, as he always is when it comes to Andrew, Garrett guides his head back to face him, back to reality. Garrett is smiling, as open and wide and inviting as he possibly can be, and he can see the fear bleed away from Andrew's face, the way the softness returns to his eyes. He will never, ever take that for granted.

Garrett can’t help it- he starts laughing, and then he can’t stop, building in his chest and boiling over in a tirade, and of course it gets Andrew going, too. They’re used to getting lost in their feedback-loop of giggles, high and intoxicating and overwhelming, the end not yet in sight. With any hope, it never will be. Garrett tips his head back, lost in it, reveling in the sound of the both of them mixing in his ears.

Andrew only laughs harder, his grasp once again finding it's way to Garrett’s shirt, one that's exchanged hands so many times before they can't remember who bought it in the first place (and really, that only begs the question of why it's taken them so long to get here, doesn’t it?). He tugs him forward, and Garrett crashes into him- he’s never one to back down from a challenge, even the ones he makes up for himself.

They fall, Andrew backwards on the couch, making some loud, very Andrew-esque exclamation between breathless fits. Garrett comes down on top of him, wrapping his arms around Andrew, pulling himself close, taking everything in in a blur of noise and colours and emotions.

“Garrett- NO!” Andrew shouts in surprise, still smiling and laughing and unabashedly happy. It’s far too loud for this time of night, breaking their personal promise to not be everyone's least favourite neighbours.

“Oh, Andrew! Carry me away, like Richard Gere!” He says, high and sing-songy and as naturally Garrett as ever, if not more. He plants little pecs across his cheek, into his hair, wherever he can reach as Andrew tries to playfully bat him away, to somehow escape Garrett’s impressively tight grasp on him, and they both know he won’t succeed. It’s also understood that he doesn’t want to, not really.

He could stay like this forever, caught in the tide of Andrew, riding this wave as it crashes towards the shore, only to be pulled back out to sea again, endlessly looping and endlessly happy and fulfilled and beautiful.

And, he thinks, he will- they both will. Their supernova, their space in the universe, their perfect explosion. It’s only just beginning now, after all this time, and the future is so, so bright and shining that Garrett wouldn’t change a thing.

Not for all of the stars in the sky. Garrett already has his, after all. He always has, and he always will.

#Garrett Watts #Andrew Siwicki #Gandrew #my writing #sweet boys #sweet boys podcast

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The best indoor TV antenna for 2025: digital TV antenna worth buying

As the demand for high-quality, hassle-free television viewing grows, finding the best indoor TV antenna for 2025 has become a top priority for many households. Whether you’re cutting the cord or simply enhancing your viewing options, the right indoor antenna can deliver crisp, clear signals without breaking the bank. This guide explores the best digital TV antennas worth buying, focusing on functionality, reliability, and ease of use.

Why Choose an Indoor TV Antenna?

Indoor TV antennas are a cost-effective solution for accessing free-to-air channels. They are compact, easy to install, and suitable for urban and suburban homes. Unlike outdoor antennas, they require no complicated setup and can be moved or adjusted effortlessly. If you live in a metropolitan area with strong signal coverage, an indoor TV antenna can be your gateway to enjoying free HD channels with minimal effort.

Features to Look for in the Best Indoor TV Antenna

To ensure a superior viewing experience, here are the key features to consider when choosing an antenna:

Signal Range: Select an antenna with a range that matches your distance from broadcast towers.

Signal Amplification: Amplified antennas can enhance weak signals, providing better picture quality.

Frequency Support: Opt for a model that supports UHF and VHF frequencies to access all available channels.

Ease of Installation: Look for antennas that are simple to set up and reposition for optimal reception.

Design: Sleek, modern designs can blend seamlessly with your home decor.

Top Picks for 2025: Digital TV Antennas Worth Buying

1. Technisignal Pro HD Antenna

The Technisignal Pro HD Antenna is a top-rated option for its excellent performance and sleek design. With a range of up to 80 kilometers and advanced signal amplification, it’s perfect for urban homes. Its multi-directional reception ensures consistent signal quality, making it one of the best TV antennas in Australia for 2025.

2. ClearView Max 4K Antenna

Designed for 4K-ready televisions, the ClearView Max 4K Antenna offers exceptional clarity and supports both UHF and VHF frequencies. Its compact design and plug-and-play installation make it ideal for those new to indoor antennas. Users consistently praise it as the best antenna for digital TV in Australia due to its reliability and crisp picture quality.

3. SignalBoost Ultra Thin Antenna

This ultra-thin antenna is a favorite among minimalist homeowners. Despite its small size, the SignalBoost Ultra Thin Antenna delivers powerful performance with a range of 60 kilometers. Its adhesive mount allows easy placement on walls or windows, ensuring optimal signal reception.

Benefits of Investing in a High-Quality Indoor TV Antenna

Cost Savings: Say goodbye to monthly cable or streaming subscription fees.

Access to Free Channels: Enjoy local news, sports, and entertainment without extra costs.

Improved Picture Quality: A top-tier antenna provides HD or even 4K resolution, ensuring a premium viewing experience.

Eco-Friendly Entertainment: Reduce electronic waste by choosing a reusable, low-energy solution.

Tips for Optimal Performance

Positioning Matters: Place your antenna near a window or an exterior wall for the best reception.

Scan Regularly: Rescan channels periodically to ensure you’re getting all available broadcasts.

Reduce Interference: Keep your antenna away from electronic devices that might interfere with the signal.

Why Techniservices Recommends the Best Antennas

At Techniservices, we specialize in TV installation and antenna setup. Our experts have tested and reviewed numerous models to identify the best indoor TV antennas for 2025. We prioritize customer satisfaction, recommending products that deliver reliable performance and excellent value for money. Whether you’re looking for the best TV antenna in Australia or need professional installation services, we’re here to help.

Conclusion

The best indoor TV antenna for 2025 combines cutting-edge technology, stylish design, and ease of use to deliver a superior viewing experience. Models like the Technisignal Pro HD Antenna, ClearView Max 4K Antenna, and SignalBoost Ultra Thin Antenna stand out as top choices for their exceptional performance and user-friendly features. By investing in one of these digital TV antennas worth buying, you can enjoy free-to-air channels in stunning clarity and say goodbye to expensive cable subscriptions.

Ready to upgrade your TV setup? Contact Techniservices for expert advice and installation of the best antenna for digital TV in Australia today!

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Why Installation Services Are Critical for Large Items

When you buy large items, like furniture, appliances, or complex electronics, the excitement of getting something new can often be followed by a daunting realization: you need to install or set it up. Whether it’s a refrigerator that needs precise leveling or a complicated home theater system with multiple components, installation can be time-consuming, tricky, and frustrating if you’re not well-versed in it. That’s where professional installation services come into play, saving you time, effort, and potential headaches.

The Challenges of DIY Installation

Sure, there are instruction manuals, videos, and forums to guide you, but let’s be honest—DIY installation for large items isn’t always as simple as it seems.

Time-Consuming: For most people, reading the manual, gathering the right tools, and assembling or installing something can take hours—or even days.

Complex Instructions: The manuals are often overly technical, leading to confusion. You might find yourself Googling terms you’ve never heard of or staring at diagrams that make no sense.

Risk of Mistakes: Incorrect installation can lead to damage. For example, a poorly installed dishwasher can leak and ruin your flooring. A badly mounted TV could come crashing down, damaging your wall and your expensive electronics.

These challenges highlight why professional installation services are not just a convenience but a necessity for many people.

Why Professional Installation Services Matter

Expertise: Professional installers know exactly what they’re doing. They’ve been trained to handle various items and situations, ensuring the job is done correctly and efficiently.

Right Tools: Professionals come equipped with the tools needed for the job. If you’ve ever tried installing a piece of furniture only to realize you don’t have a hex key or a power drill, you know how frustrating this can be.

Safety First: Proper installation is about more than just functionality; it’s also about safety. Whether it’s securing a heavy object to a wall or ensuring an appliance is properly wired, professional installers prioritize safety to avoid accidents or hazards.

Warranty Compliance: Many large items come with warranties that require professional installation. If you try to install it yourself and something goes wrong, you could void the warranty, leaving you unprotected.

Stress-Free Experience: Most importantly, professional installation lets you focus on enjoying your new purchase rather than stressing over how to set it up.

Incaja’s Top-Notch Installation Services in Tualatin

If you’re in Tualatin and you’ve shopped at Incaja, our professional installation service is here to make your life easier. At Incaja, we understand that buying large items is a big investment, and proper installation is critical to ensure you get the most out of your purchase.

What Makes Incaja’s Installation Service the Best?

Comprehensive Coverage: From assembling furniture to setting up complex appliances, our skilled professionals handle it all.

Experienced Team: Our installers are trained to work with a variety of brands and products, ensuring expert-level service.

Punctual and Reliable: We value your time. Our team arrives on schedule and completes installations efficiently without cutting corners.

Customized Service: Every home and every item is unique. Our team takes the time to assess your specific needs, ensuring everything is installed to fit your space perfectly.

Post-Installation Support: Have questions or need adjustments after the installation? Our customer support team is just a call away.

The Incaja Experience

Picture this: You’ve just ordered a brand-new sectional couch from Incaja. Instead of struggling with heavy pieces and confusing instructions, you simply book our installation service. Our team arrives on time, assembles the couch precisely, and places it exactly where you want it. Within hours, your living room is transformed—no stress, no hassle, just enjoyment.

Conclusion

Large items often come with big challenges when it’s time to install them. Professional installation services are the perfect solution to save time, avoid mistakes, and ensure safety. For residents of Tualatin, Incaja’s installation service stands out as the gold standard. Next time you’re considering a large purchase, let Incaja take care of the heavy lifting—literally and figuratively. You’ll be glad you did!

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Buy the Best 55-inch LED TV: Lloyd 138 cm LED Television for Your Home

When it comes to upgrading your home entertainment experience, one of the most important decisions you'll make is choosing the right television. A large screen, high-quality display, and advanced features are crucial to ensuring that your TV viewing experience is top-notch. If you're considering buying a new 55-inch LED TV, look no further than the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television. In this blog, we will explore why this TV is the best choice for your home, the key features that set it apart from the competition, and why it's worth every penny. Let’s dive in and help you make an informed decision before purchasing your next TV.

The Best 55-inch LED TV for Your Home

When it comes to choosing the best TV for your living room, size matters. A 55-inch TV is an ideal size for most living rooms, offering a cinematic viewing experience without overwhelming the space. The Lloyd 138 cm LED Television is the perfect blend of size, performance, and value, making it one of the best options in its category.

LED TVs have become increasingly popular due to their superior picture quality, energy efficiency, and slim designs. With the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television, you get all of these benefits and more. Whether you’re watching your favorite TV shows, movies, or sports events, this TV ensures that you enjoy every moment in stunning detail and clarity.

Key Features of the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television

1. Crystal Clear Picture Quality

One of the standout features of the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television is its exceptional picture quality. This TV offers high-definition resolution that delivers vibrant, sharp, and lifelike visuals. The 138 cm screen size (approximately 55 inches) ensures that you get an immersive viewing experience, while the LED technology enhances brightness and contrast, making colors more vivid and blacks deeper. Whether you’re watching movies, playing games, or browsing through streaming services, this TV makes everything look stunning.

2. Smart TV Capabilities

In today’s digital age, a TV is more than just a screen for watching traditional broadcasts. The Lloyd 138 cm LED Television is equipped with smart TV features that allow you to access your favorite apps and streaming platforms directly from the TV. Whether you're a fan of Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, or YouTube, you can easily stream content in high definition. The user-friendly interface ensures that navigating through apps and settings is simple and intuitive. Plus, with Wi-Fi connectivity, you can stay connected to the internet at all times, making streaming a breeze.

3. Superior Sound Quality

While the picture quality of the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television is impressive, the sound is just as remarkable. The TV is equipped with powerful speakers that produce clear, crisp audio. Whether you’re watching a thrilling action movie or enjoying a family drama, the sound complements the visuals perfectly. The sound system also supports advanced audio technologies, such as Dolby Audio, which enhances the overall listening experience by providing immersive sound with more depth and clarity.

4. Sleek and Modern Design

Another reason to buy the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television is its sleek, modern design. With slim bezels and a minimalist look, this TV will seamlessly blend into any living room or entertainment setup. Whether placed on a TV stand or mounted on the wall, it exudes elegance and sophistication. Its ultra-thin profile allows for easy installation and maximizes your viewing space. The clean lines and contemporary design make it a perfect addition to modern homes.

5. Multiple Connectivity Options

The Lloyd 138 cm LED Television offers multiple connectivity options to ensure that you can easily connect all of your devices. It features HDMI ports, USB ports, and even Bluetooth connectivity, allowing you to connect gaming consoles, soundbars, set-top boxes, and other devices effortlessly. Whether you’re connecting your laptop for work, streaming from a smartphone, or hooking up your gaming console, this TV has got you covered.

6. Energy Efficient

In addition to its impressive performance and features, the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television is energy efficient. LED technology consumes less power compared to traditional LCD or plasma TVs, helping you save on your electricity bills. If you’re looking for an environmentally friendly TV that doesn’t compromise on quality, the Lloyd LED TV is the right choice.

Why Choose the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television?

Now that we've covered the key features, let’s look at why the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television stands out from the competition.

1. Trusted Brand

When buying a TV, it’s essential to choose a brand that you can trust. Lloyd is a well-established brand in the home appliances industry, known for producing high-quality products that deliver excellent value for money. By purchasing the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television, you're not just buying a TV – you're investing in a product from a brand with a reputation for durability, performance, and customer satisfaction.

2. Value for Money

While there are plenty of high-end LED TVs on the market, many of them come with a hefty price tag. The Lloyd 138 cm LED Television offers premium features at an affordable price, making it one of the best value-for-money options in its category. You don’t have to break the bank to enjoy a large, high-quality TV with smart features and stunning picture quality. When you buy the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television, you get excellent performance without compromising your budget.

3. Perfect for Every Home

Whether you're setting up a home theater, upgrading your bedroom TV, or adding a new entertainment hub to your living room, the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television is a versatile option that fits seamlessly into any space. Its large 55-inch screen size is perfect for creating a cinematic experience, and its smart features make it ideal for all your streaming needs. Whether you’re watching your favorite shows, playing games, or hosting a movie night, this TV is sure to impress.

How to Buy the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television?

If you're convinced that the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television is the perfect fit for your home, buying it is simple and easy. You can purchase it from various online retail stores, ensuring that you get the best price and convenient delivery options. Many online platforms offer discounts, so keep an eye out for deals and offers when you buy. If you’re looking for the most affordable price, it’s worth checking multiple sources before finalizing your purchase.

Conclusion

When it comes to upgrading your home entertainment setup, the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television is undoubtedly one of the best options available. With its exceptional picture quality, smart TV features, sleek design, and affordability, it’s a perfect choice for anyone looking to buy a 55-inch LED TV. So, don’t wait any longer – make the Lloyd 138 cm LED Television your next purchase and enjoy a superior TV viewing experience in the comfort of your home.

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Haier L55FG: Best 55-Inch 4K Smart LED TV for Your Home

₹38,990/- BUY NOW Design & Build Slim and Elegant: With a slim form factor and minimal bezels, the Haier L55FG is designed to fit modern homes without dominating the space. The TV weighs 10.7 kg (without the stand), making it relatively lightweight for a 55-inch TV. It is easy to mount on the wall or place on a table using the included stand. Dimensions: Its dimensions are standard for a…

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mountsolutionza · 4 months ago

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Determining the Perfect TV Mounting Height and Viewing Distance

Mounting a TV at the right height and ensuring the optimal viewing distance is crucial for an enjoyable and comfortable viewing experience. Whether it's for movie nights, gaming, or casual watching, getting these factors right can make a significant difference.

This guide provides detailed insights into the key aspects of TV mounting height and viewing distance, ensuring that your setup is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Ideal Height for TV Mounting

The height at which a TV should be mounted is influenced by several factors, including the size of the room, the height of the seating, and the size of the TV itself. The general guideline is that the center of the TV screen should align with the viewer's eye level when seated. This typically translates to mounting the TV about 42-48 inches from the floor. However, this can vary depending on the height of your furniture and the size of the screen.

For instance, a larger screen might require a slightly higher mounting position to maintain the correct eye level. Conversely, a smaller screen might need to be mounted lower. Adjustments may also be necessary if the seating is particularly low or high. Precision is key in achieving the best viewing experience, so considering these factors is essential.

When planning your setup, it's also important to shop at the best place to buy TV wall brackets. Quality brackets will ensure that the TV is securely mounted and positioned correctly, offering the flexibility to adjust the height if needed.

Calculating the Optimal Viewing Distance

The distance between the TV and the seating area is just as important as the mounting height. The general recommendation for viewing distance is to sit at a distance that is 1.5 to 2.5 times the diagonal size of the TV screen. For example, if you have a 55-inch TV, the ideal viewing distance would range from approximately 7 to 12 feet.

This calculation helps ensure that viewers can fully enjoy the picture quality, whether it's a high-definition broadcast or a streaming service. Sitting too close to the screen can cause eye strain, while sitting too far might result in a loss of detail and clarity. The goal is to strike a balance where the viewer is fully immersed in the content without discomfort.

The best place to buy a TV wall mount will often provide detailed guidelines or customer support to help you determine the correct viewing distance for your specific TV model. This is especially helpful if you need clarification on the placement or if your room has unique dimensions.

Adjusting for Room Layout and Lighting

While height and distance are critical, the room layout and lighting conditions also play significant roles in determining the best setup. Natural and artificial light sources can create glare on the screen, affecting the viewing experience. To minimize glare, consider the direction and intensity of light in the room. In some cases, tilting the TV or adjusting the curtains can help reduce reflections.

The layout of the room can also influence the mounting height and viewing distance. For example, if the room is narrow, the seating might be closer to the TV, requiring a lower mounting height. On the other hand, a larger room might allow for more flexibility in placement.

Conclusion

Mounting a TV correctly involves more than just picking a spot on the wall. It's a thoughtful process that considers factors like height, viewing distance, room layout, and lighting. By taking the time to plan and measure, you can create a comfortable and immersive viewing experience that enhances your enjoyment of your favorite shows and movies. Whether you're mounting a TV in a living room, bedroom, or entertainment area, following these guidelines will help you get the most out of your viewing experience.

#best place to buy tv wall brackets #best place to buy tv wall mount

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artinstallersmelbourne · 7 months ago

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Digital Signageand TVWall Mounting in Melbourne Done Professionally for Aesthetics

In the house, objects like mirrors, TVs, pictures, and other things must be handled carefully. TV wall mounting in Melbourne can be done perfectly by professionals so that brackets are completely hidden. Painting hangers are supplied by experts, who also skilfully and safely install them. It takes more than just hanging a picture on the wall to make it seem good; one must have a solid understanding of design concepts. In addition, a beautiful pattern is created by choosing the best locations to display several photos. The inside of the house seems more beautiful and the residents feel more at ease when photos are displayed beautifully.

Professional services for hanging digital signage are essential for corporate organisations, and professionals offer digital signs in Melbourne for both renting and buying options. Digital signage is a common way for businesses to market their products and may quickly attract customers when used properly. Furthermore, digital signage may now be bought or rented for a predetermined amount of time, with the ability to upload content as required. The brightness of digital signage is superior to that of regular home TVs, which is its best feature.

Professionals in Picture and Mirror Hanging Offer a Variety of Services

TV installation techniques: Different techniques are required since every residence has different mounting needs. Large flat-screen TV wall-mounting systems are required in certain homes; movable bedroom arms are desired in others; home theatre setup is necessary in still others; TV mounting experts can get the appropriate component for TV installation.

The Installation of Projectors: The projector, speakers, and other equipment are all expertly placed, and all wires and connections are disguised to provide the best possible appearance for the area. Experts can install speakers in the correct spots, and everything is done after accurate measuring to avoid a chaotic scenario.

Installations and Fixtures for Art Galleries: Top service providers can offer the best handling solution for artists so they may hang photos for the show in the perfect way. The artwork is made to stand out with a superior picture hanging option.

To guarantee the best installation, professional help should always be sought when installing mirrors, pictures, TVs, and other things. Contact the professionals with your specifications to obtain a quotation for accurately hanging the articles.

Source: https://allabouthangingmelbourne.blogspot.com/2024/07/digital-signageand-tvwall-mounting-in.html

#TV wall mounting in Melbourne #digital signs in Melbourne

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pahrak-the-sinnoh-slizer · 9 months ago

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True Connection Get

Zeke sat against the wall of the convention center, endlessly shuffling his deck and trying to take up as little space as possible. People bustled over every inch of the floor, but he was only vaguely aware of them, eyes trained on the floor until a jingle called his attention to a large screen mounted nearby. The updated tournament bracket he saw didn’t exactly lift his spirits.

So he won C block after all. Guess I shouldn’t be surprised.

The feed rapidly flicked between the players who had won the tournament’s eight blocks, giving the conqueror of C just long enough to give the camera a contemptuous grin. Zeke grumbled as he looked back down. He drew the card on top of his deck out of muscle memory; staring back at him was a humanoid robot with a large gear visible in its chest. “Clockwork Banneret” was printed in glossy letters at the top. After a few seconds, Zeke averted his gaze.

The memories were fresh and easily summoned. He had battled his way to the semi-finals of C block, prepared to give the match his all. When he had offered a pre-match handshake, however, his opponent had scoffed and started his opening turn. Irksome for sure, but Zeke wouldn’t let that shake his focus; after carefully watching the way his opponent played his cards, he had gone into his turn as determined as ever. The moment Clockwork Banneret had hit the field, the opponent had laughed.

“You actually brought that to a tournament? What a joke. You’re just here because you grew up on the TV show, aren’t you?”

Zeke had ignored the comment and carried on. He had been successful in staying focused, but even then, a mere three turns later he had been soundly defeated.

“Come back with real cards next time, amateur!”

Shaking his head, Zeke returned Banneret to the deck. He had hoped to at least clear his block—the lowest placing that would give him a trophy to take back to his local card shop—and while he wanted to be a good sport about things, he just couldn’t bring himself to let it go.

What a jerk. Are there more jerks than usual here? Feels that way, with how many are using those new Null Reactor cards…what’s the point of playing if you nullify every single card your opponent tries to play?

He scratched his head.

…Bah, I sound like an old man. Maybe I’ll check the artist tables, see if that helps me clear my head.

Zeke placed his deck in the plastic box attached to his belt, and then pulled himself up onto his feet, stamping his heel a few times to wake up his leg. He was just getting proper feeling back when someone stepped out of the crowd and jogged over to him.

“Hey, hi there!” the stranger greeted, offering his hand. “You’re Zeke Thompson, right? From C block?”

Tentatively, Zeke shook hands. “Uh, yeah. Hi.”

The stranger’s eyes lit up. “I’m so glad I found you! Uh, my name’s Christoph—I caught your match in the block semi-finals!”

Zeke winced. “Ah…you saw that? Not really my best performance, hah…”

“No, you did great! Most players get OTK’d by Null Myrmidon decks. You showed a lot of skill holding out like that!”

“Oh? Um, thanks.”

“Full transparency, though: I tracked you down in the hopes of talking business.” Christoph set down his backpack with a loud thud. “See, I’m a Clockwork Banneret fan myself, and I was blown away when you upgraded it to Alloyed Overclock mode! I did manage to pull a copy, but I can’t actually use it without a Soul Valence card. So…is there any possible way I could interest you in a trade?”

Zeke blinked. Then he chuckled. “Huh. I can’t remember the last time I actually traded, now that I think about it.”

“It’s a dying art.” Christoph pulled a binder from his pack and began to flip through the pages. “I get the appeal of just buying the cards you want, but I can’t help but find it less fun that way. The thrill of opening packs and seeing what you get is what gives each card meaning! Comrades drawn together by fate!”

“You’re a fan of the show too, I take it?”

“That’s why I want to play Alloyed Overclock so bad! Asimov Junction is the peak of the whole series.”

“Yes! You are a man of culture! Here, let me…” Zeke quickly sifted through his deck until he found the card in question and offered it to Christoph. “I actually have a spare, you can just take this.”

Christoph shook his head gravely. “Oh no, sir! I appreciate your generosity, but this is a matter of honor: I must give you something in exchange! And I believe I have just the thing…aha!”

He slipped one card out of his binder, and Zeke’s eyes went wide. “A Starsteel Ingot…?! Are you really sure?”

“Absolutely!” Christoph grinned. “I, uh, actually have like four of them. But I know you as a Banneret fan can appreciate its true worth!”

“Yeah, that card was essential in the Motherboard Elimination arc…alright, you’ve got yourself a deal!”

The two of them exchanged cards, and then took a moment to marvel at their respective prizes. Christoph said, “Thanks, man: you really made my day. I’ve got to get going, but I’ll catch up with you later—I got your socials from your tournament profile.”

“I look forward to it! Take care!”

Christoph vanished back into the crowd. Zeke looked down at the Starsteel Ingot card, and after a few seconds, he smiled.

Not everyone here is a jerk.

#writing #original work #Pahrak writes stuff #Pahrak goes to college #we had to write contemporary fiction #which to me feels the same as saying Write normie shit #you know what. fuck you. *turns it into one big Yugioh reference*

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How to Decorate a Small Victorian Bedroom

One of the best things about Victorian bedrooms is that they are so versatile. This is a style that can be done in any color palette and with any type of furniture.

Victorian Bedroom Design Definition

Cream, pink and wood tones define this refined Victorian-designed bedroom. A king bed is located opposite the window seating area. Cream wall-to-wall carpeting adds softness to the room. The main key when buying or renting a house is to pay attention to the design and comfort of the bedroom

A headboard is a simple way to add a Victorian touch to your bedroom. These tall units are great for creating a room aesthetic, allowing you to display antique mirrors and other decorative items.

These beds usually feature carved designs and ornate decorations. They also come in a variety of colors ranging from subtle to bright, and some may include family crests or other unique accents.

Design and Characteristics of Victorian Rooms

Most of these frames require a base, as placing the mattress directly on top of the slats will not work. However, some more modern models can support flat-screen TVs if you mount them using the appropriate brackets. This option is perfect for those who want to combine Victorian style with the modern comfort of watching television in bed.

Victorian bedroom decoration can create a beautiful and romantic space that is luxurious, elegant and timeless. Typical bedroom decor for this style includes a calming color palette, ideally floral wallpaper, and lots of accents.

Choosing the right mirror for your Victorian bedroom is important to keeping the room looking beautiful. The size of your mirror can have a big impact, and its shape can add a unique, eye-catching touch. The color of the frame is also important, as is the placement of the mirror in the room. For example, a mirror hung facing a window illuminates your reflection. It's not ideal for everyday use, so it might not be the best in the bedroom.

Adds a Touch of Romantic Drama

A four-poster bed adds a sense of grandeur and drama to the bedroom. The tall posts on these beds offer a sense of privacy and are often covered with curtains for winter (keeping you warm) or summer (protecting you from pests).

This dark oak four-poster bed features bold carvings, including lions and satyrs, indicating the royal heritage of its past owner. It also features traces of brightly colored paint that will produce a rich and dramatic effect.

You don't need a large space to accommodate a four-poster bed. This sleek wood version looks beautiful in a small room and draws color from a natural fiber rug.

Iron-framed beds are an iconic choice for your Victorian bedroom. Unlike modern metal beds, Victorian frames were made of wrought iron, a material known for its durability and timeless elegance. Inspiration for getting a Victorian bedroom can be through property sales sites property.thegardengranny.com.

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gharpedia2023 · 1 year ago

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Finding the Best Budget-Friendly Big Screen

Hey there, I'm here to help you understand how to get yourself a huge, touchy-feely screen that won't break the bank. Think of it as a massive tablet you can touch, swipe, and have lots of fun with. So, let's dive in without the techy jargon!

What's a Giant Touch Screen?

It's like your phone or tablet, but giant-sized and super interactive. You can play games, draw, watch shows, or teach stuff with it. It's not just a screen; it's a fun way to do things.

Why Should You Get One?

Learning: If you're a teacher or a student, this is like a magical board where you can draw and learn things easily.

Work: You can use it for business stuff, like showing your ideas, just like you do on your computer.

Entertainment: It's like having your own movie theater. Watch your favorite shows and play games on it!

Creativity: If you like drawing or designing, you can do that too. It's like a canvas that never runs out of space.

Getting a Big Screen on a Budget

Set a Money Plan: Decide how much money you can spend. Having a budget helps to find the best deal.

Look Around: Check out different stores or websites to see how much they ask for it. Sometimes, you find good deals online.

Used and Renewed: Don't forget to think about buying one that was used before but got fixed and looks new again. It's like buying a cool, second-hand book.

Discount Hunt: Keep an eye out for special sales during holidays or when the school year starts. Sometimes, you can get lucky!

Open-Box Items: If you're okay with stuff that was used for display or returned, you might find a bargain.

Ask Friends: Talk to your friends or family, they might have ideas or know where to get a good deal.

Try Less-Known Brands: The big names cost more. Sometimes, smaller brands offer good stuff at a lower price.

Think Extra Costs: Don't forget about other costs, like getting it set up, warranty, or stuff to make it stand or hang on the wall.

Hear from Others: Before you decide, read what people say online. It's like asking your buddies about their experiences.

FAQs: Your Questions, My Answers

What's a giant touch screen?

It's a giant, interactive screen, like a big tablet. You can touch, swipe, and do fun stuff on it.

Why do I need one?

It's like a big tool for learning, working, having fun, and getting creative.

How do I get a budget-friendly one?

Decide how much you can spend, check different places, consider used or renewed ones, and keep an eye out for deals.

Are used ones trustworthy?

Yes, if they're fixed up nicely, used ones can be great and budget-friendly.

Can I watch TV on it?

Absolutely! It's like having your own movie theater at home.

Can I play games on it?

Yes, many of them support games, making gaming even more fun!

Can I use it for work?

Sure, it's like having a big screen for meetings and showing your ideas.

Do I need help setting it up?

It's usually a good idea to get help setting it up to make sure it's safe and works well.

What do I need along with it?

Depending on your plans, you might need a stand or wall mount. And don't forget a warranty for peace of mind.

Can I draw on it?

Absolutely! It's perfect for artists and doodlers. You can create digital masterpieces.

Is it easy to use?

It's super easy, just like your phone or tablet, so no worries there.

Can schools use it?

Many schools use them to make learning more exciting and interactive.

Do I need special apps for it?

Some have their own apps, but you can often use it with regular computer apps too.

Can I use it for video calls?

Yes, you can use it for video calls to connect with friends and colleagues.

What's the difference between this and a smartboard?

They're similar, but this is like a huge touch screen, no projector or extra screen needed.

Do they come in different sizes?

Yup, you can pick the size that fits your space and needs.

Can I connect my phone to it?

Most of them can connect to your phone, so it's like magic sharing.

How long do they last?

They last a few years, but it depends on how much you use and take care of them.

Will I have to pay a lot for upkeep?

Not much, just keep it clean, and maybe update the software sometimes.

Can I use it like a whiteboard?

Yes, you can use it for drawing and writing, just like a fancy digital whiteboard.

Is it easy to move around?

It can be tough to move once it's set up, so choose the spot wisely.

What if something goes wrong?

If you have problems, contact the maker's support or the place you got it from.

Can I use a pen with it?

Many support pens, so you can draw and write neatly.

Do I need the internet all the time?

Nope, you can use most features without the internet, but some need it.

Do they come with a guarantee?

Lots of them do, so check before buying for peace of mind.

Conclusion:

You don't need to be a tech wizard to find a budget-friendly giant touch screen. Remember to set your budget, compare prices, look for used or renewed options, and keep an eye out for deals. Read reviews, ask for advice, and you'll soon have a fantastic, interactive screen in your life. Have fun shopping!

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Week 10 week of exhibition! (Recap)

Monday

Trying to figure out how the publication should be structured. How well the images would print onto the paper we got. (we ended up using a different type of paper.)

buying cups for opening as well..

Boring calm before the storm day. Admin and preparation.

Bought vinyl expecting it to come by the next day.

printing tests

Tuesday

a day of nothing and planning mostly. making sure we were rested and all was in order for Wednesday- vinyl didn't arrive

Wednesday 4th Move in day.

Elena had to get 2 different trailers to move her work as the paintings were too big to put in the first ones and it was a very windy day

Elenas paintings did not fit through the stairway so they had to be taken apart and put together again in the space. Thankfully her parents were around to help with that.

Felix’s work was printing Wednesday, so it didn't make it into space till the day after.

Islas' work all got into the space in one load. And arranged in different ways according to the other works in the space.

Cailin moved all work into space, built a screen for projection, and tested out all possible positions for the projector. Original plan for mounting projector to pillar was unsuccessful due to angles for getting both projection quads (wall and floor) without interruption of peoples head walking in front. Ended up with making a white box for projector to sit on to create a presence for it to avoid foot traffic/H&S hazard. Successfully installed screen for projector, began playing with composition for sculpture/tv/candles.

Thursday

Vinyl issues. Our vinyl finally arrived, however it was more transparent than expected, with light still coming through and bubbles showing. We solved this by painting over the vinyl with matte black paint, which blocked out light and hid bubbles

Simon and Will's level 200 figurative painting class came into see our install process at 1:30 on thursday. We were in chaos mode when we saw them. Elenas work was the only thing that was up. Cailins was all turned off and she was trying to drill holes into the concrete, Isla's work was marked and Felix had nothing up yet. We shared the ideas behind the exhibition with the class.

Drilling holes. The holes were a struggle to get drilled, the walls being concrete was the biggest problem. Only because we had no experience in drilling into concrete. We had the drill from mike and the drill form Elena's dad which were very different and both a little complicated to use.

Friday

Lights

Morning putting lights up. After turning all the lights we had been given by Mike on we found that they were all different. Each having different brightnesses, warmths and hues.

To figure out where we would place the lights, each of us held the lights and aimed to see what looked best for each person's work.

Cailins work was naturally glowing as it was made from light projections and LED lights. It had a warmer and pinky hue, and orange glow from dotted candles.

Elena wanted warm lights that had a sunsetty glow so her works needed warmth in the cooler space. As

Felix's work was on sterile white foam boards; it was better suited to a cooler light so they didn't look yellow and stale.

Islas work suited either or but to create a balance in and flow within the room we decided she would be better off having a cooler tones light

Isla and Felix got one light and Elena got two.

We painted the windows that already had vinyl on black to make them blackout.

Wine sponsor arrived

Publication printing

- As things do not go to plan. Thank god we were working with Carly, Islas flatmate, who did all the layout and design for the publication. We managed to print 60 of those. Ran out of paper and then by the end of the day was so exhausted and hungry.

Saturday (opening night)

8am was so much rain that 5 buckets of water had to be emptied in half an hour,

Thankfully the rain subsided.

Elena went to uni to finish publications while Isla worked on getting her lighting right. As she just had the one light and that meant all other work was left in the dark. Torches were needed and

Cailin

Sunday

Cleanup from the opening.

Sitting the space

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How to Choose the Right Projector for Your Viewing Needs

Thanks to modern technology, it's easier than ever to transform a spare room into a home theater. All it takes are some comfortable seats, a good set of speakers, and a high-quality projector. But with so many options, how do you find the best projector for watching movies?

Here we’ll break down everything you need to know about how to choose the Right Projector for your ciewing needs.

Think About Your Budget

As with many of today's technology products, the price range of projectors is becoming wider as the technology continues to evolve and iterate. A decent projector can cost as little as $100, while a top-of-the-line projector can cost over $5,000.

Your budget will determine your needs. If you just want a simple machine that can project a clear image on a wall, then there may be no reason to spend more than $1,000. But if you prefer a cutting-edge model that can play video in stunning, vibrant colors at the highest possible resolution, be prepared to pay more.

What do you intend to use the projector for?

1. For Movie

If you spend most of your usage time watching movies, you should invest in a full HD projector that can reproduce all or most of the Rec 709 color gamut used for HDTV and home video distribution. Ideally, it includes a close-to-reference theater or movie mode, along with the controls you need to fine-tune the image for optimal performance. But if you want more movie quality, have a penchant for 4K Blu-ray players or other 4K sources, be prepared to spend more on a projector with 4K resolution and support for high dynamic range video

2. For Sports and Gaming

Refresh Rate and Low Latency are the ultimate factors. Ideally you should buy a projector with a refresh rate of at least 60 Hz or higher, which reduces motion blur in fast-moving images. And a projector with very low input lag means less time between when something happens in the game and when you see it on the screen. Many home entertainment projectors now include a game mode with low input lag. (A lag of 16 ms or less is recommended.)

What type of room will you use the projector in?

1. In Home Theater Room

Would you like to have a truly big-screen movie experience, seeing all the finest details in your favorite dark, moody thrillers? If so, it may be worth spending more money on a high-end home theater projector that delivers a truly deep black image with exceptionally high contrast and a richer, more engaging picture. These projectors often use higher-quality lens systems that allow for better contrast and crisper images, but they’re also bigger and heavier—so you’ll likely want to place them permanently in a projector mount attached to the wall or ceiling, as opposed to setting them on a table or shelf.

2. In Living Room

If you'll be using the projector in a brighter room, or if you're looking for a projector for your living room or den that can also show movies, TV shows, and sports during the day, then black level performance becomes less important and the brightness of the projector is more important.

You can choose from a good quality living room projector or a relatively inexpensive home theater projector that may not offer high levels of performance but still produce large, bright images with respectable color accuracy. These projectors are usually smaller and lighter than dedicated home theater projectors, so you can easily move them around.

What resolution do you need?

Projectors that support for 4K has become so common in these days. 4K resolution is one of the best ways to take advantage of the larger screens that projectors support, so it’s a great spec to look for. On the other hand, budget projectors are much more likely to cap at 720p or Full HD 1080p, which can cut the cost of the projector significantly. Our advice would be to buy the highest resolution (Native resolution to be precise) that your budget allows.

To better understand the distinctions between 4K, UHD, and 1080p resolutions, explore our informative guide on "What's The Difference Between 4K, UHD, and 1080p?" while considering the best native resolution that aligns with your budget.

What size projection screen do you need?

The first thing you need to know is that the larger the screen size, the more light output the projector needs to produce a well-saturated image.

A projector's brightness capabilities are often listed in ANSI lumens, but keep in mind that manufacturers' light specifications can be misleading; in actual use, projectors typically emit far less light, at least in the more accurate picture modes. We recommend at least 1,000 ANSI lumens for a 100-inch screen. (How to Convert LED Lumen and Light Source Lumen to ANSI?)

What special features do you want?

1. Special Features and Connectivity Options:

Discusses the need for special features and connectivity options in home entertainment projectors, including HDMI inputs for media players, cable/satellite DVRs, and gaming consoles. Suggests using streaming sticks like Roku or Amazon for content streaming and highlights the importance of checking for specific inputs like RGB, component, and composite connectors if required.

2. Power Supply and Automation:

Mentions the inclusion of powered USB ports in many projectors to supply power to connected devices like wireless HDMI receivers. Also, points out the presence of a 12-volt trigger in higher-end projectors, which enables automatic commands for motorized screens when the projector is turned on or off.

3. Audio Considerations:

Notes that dedicated home theater projectors typically lack built-in speakers and assume users will have a separate home-theater-worthy sound system. Discusses how many budget projectors have internal speakers with mediocre sound quality and suggests using external speakers. Mentions that while few traditional projectors have built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi for wireless audio, most have a 3.5 mm audio output that can connect to tabletop speakers via cables or Bluetooth transmitters for a better sound system.

Are the Built-In Speakers Good Enough?

Most projectors come with built-in speakers. But that doesn't mean you don't have to buy a set of external speakers.

Built-in speakers are usually of low quality, producing weak and distorted sound. Plus, they'll also compete with any loud fan sound the projector produces.

Investing in a set of external speakers to play the sound is a much better idea, whether it's a single sound bar or an entire surround sound system, and is a huge step up from getting the full cinema experience. (Be sure to double check that any speakers you buy are compatible with your projector.)

Conclusion

Selecting the ideal projector involves a thoughtful assessment of budget, intended use, room environment, resolution, and special features. Understanding these factors ensures a well-informed decision that caters to individual preferences and delivers a satisfying projector viewing experience.

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