#chicken growth stages

[farmerstrend]

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Chickpocolips Survivors #Shorts

Well, not tiny. They’re four weeks old. And I’m pretty sure two of them are splashes and one I don’t know. It’s like a blue gray kind of like these gray females right here. Anyway, there’s my chick flick… There’s another video of the day. Want to watch the whole video? https://youtu.be/rDvNnRqGvXg 🙏 Subscribe, 👍, it helps a lot!!➤❓/ 💬: chris@chickensforchicks.com ➤➤I get a little for the…

[am-i-the-asshole-official]

AITA for scamming my ex out of an extremely valuable virtual pet?

🐓🥤to recognize. This might be a very long post with a lot of added context for a very niche hobby and a very small actual conflict.

I religiously play a virtual pet site called Chicken Smoothie. It's a pretty old site as far as virtual pet games go, starting back in 2008, so there is a pretty solid established site economy. Just for some context, Every pet on the site has a rarity, ranging from "OMG So Common" to "OMG So Rare", being the most common and most rare respectively. But there are rarities within those rarities, where some OMGSRs can be worth more than others based on species and demand. For example, an OMGSR dog from 2008 will be worth more than an OMGSR rat from 2008 despite being the same highest rarity and year, because people prefer the dogs over rats. These pets can get extremely valuable. You can't sell them for real money (according to site rules, but of course there's a black market), but the site has its own virtual currency you can buy (with real money) and trade for called Chicken Dollars, and you can also trade a valuable pet for other valuable pets. It gets very complicated, with the community coming up with its own set of value terms each pet can have. I'm not getting into specifics there, that's not important.

Every year, on December 18th, CS has gift boxes you can adopt from. These gift boxes can contain any rare pet from any previous year, including special "Unreleased pets" that you can only get from these Dec 18th boxes, with a very slim chance. These unreleased pets are some of the most valuable and rarest in the game.

Recently, I had seen my ex posting on the forums. I didn't know he had an account, he had made it within this year, long after I got the fuck away from him, and I only knew it was him because he uses the same username everywhere. This person had groomed me, physically abused me when we were together (we no longer live anywhere near each other, thankfully) and has always been emotionally manipulative. He does not know I play, and he wouldn't recognize my account as me. I took a note of his account and left it be for a while, until December 18th hit and I took a peek at what he had got. And what he got was one of the new Unreleased pets, which currently at the time of writing this only looks like a box of cereal. (Most pets on the site have growth stages.) And even better, all his groups were open for trade, so I took a chance and sent an extremely terrible trade. I told him that this pet would only be a recent rare, and I offered him a "Very Rare" rarity (but not very valuable) pet from 2018, telling him I was overpaying. (In the CS community, this is known as Ninjaing, and it's Not A Good Thing To Do). I didn't expect him to accept it, I at least thought he'd be smart enough to ask in the trade advice thread that is literally pinned on the home page for December 18th, but he didn't. He took my word for it and accepted the trade, and now I own an unreleased pet that will eventually end up as an OMGSR.

What I did was not a bannable offence. He will not get his unreleased pet back. The CS mods are laughable at worst, incompetent at best, and don't do anything to stop scamming. They have an "eh, sucks to be you, sorry, be smarter next time" mentality when people get scammed (Which is insane because there are literal single digit aged children allowed on this site!!!)

After taking a bit to think about it, I do feel a bit guilty because I really would not do this in any other circumstances. I hate scamming. I did what I did out of anger and contempt, and I do feel a bit guilty because in essence, I scammed a new player that didn't have much else and didn't know any better.

I'm still keeping that unreleased cereal box no matter what though

What are these acronyms?

[pierrotdoesnteat]

FIVE STAGES OF FASTING:

- the process of fasting begins about 8 hours after your last meal, and has five different stages each with different benefits. I am by no means an expert, and am using various sources to piece this together; with that being said, if I get something wrong please feel free to correct me.

STAGE ONE:

- 8-12 hours after last meal. - blood sugar/glucose levels begins to dip; you may experience hunger, fatigue, food cravings, and trouble concentrating. - at around 12 hours, blood sugar levels begin to stabilize as your body starts tapping into stored glycogen. - also around 12 hours, your body begins to enter early stages of ketosis meaning your body isn't relying on carbohydrates for fuel and instead begins to burn stored fat. - short-term fasting may also lower blood pressure and increase insulin sensitivity.

STAGE TWO:

- 12-18 hours after last meal. - by now, your body should be fully in ketosis. your liver should begin converting stored fat into ketone bodies; these provide energy to your heart, brain, and muscles. - ketones suppress your appetite; this stage of fasting decreases ghrelin, the hormone that makes you want to eat a lot of food and stabilizes insulin levels which helps to reduce cravings. - you may notice an increase in mental clarity in this stage due to a boost in brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF).

STAGE THREE:

- 24 hours after last meal. - this stage is referred to as autophagy, or "self-eating." this stage is when your body begins recycling old or damaged cells and reducing inflammation; this can provide an anti-aging effect.

STAGE FOUR:

- 36-48 hours after last meal. - 48-hour fasting can increase human growth hormone (HGH) secretion by up to 400%. HGH increases muscle mass, stimulates faster muscle repair, and can speed up the healing process for wounds and more serious injuries. - this stage is no longer considered intermittent fasting.

STAGE FIVE:

- 72+ hours after last meal. - this stage of fasting should not be taken lightly; if fasting for several days, make sure you drink plenty of water, get plenty of electrolytes such as sodium, magnesium, and potassium. - by now, you should be in a deep state of ketosis and autophagy should be in full effect. - during this stage, your liver significantly reduces the production of a hormone called IGF-1, triggering stem cell production. - a study from 2014 found that prolonged fasts between 48-120 hours activate pathways that induce stem cell production, leading to cellular toxin resistance, immune system regulation, and protection against cellular damage caused by chemotherapy.

FASTING TIPS:

- regardless of the length of fast, stay hydrated. - keep physical activity to a minimum, or only do light exercises. walking, stretching/yoga, and meditating are great options during this time. - do not break your fast with large amounts of food, or processed foods. easily digestible natural foods, like bone broth, chicken, and green vegetables are your best option. avoid things like dairy, alcohol, and foods high in lectin like baked goods for the first couple days after your fast ends. - when breaking your fast, eat slowly and hydrate before eating. the less junk food your body is used to, the easier it is. - adding probiotics into your diet can make breaking a fast easier; your body needs these either way.

[negrowhat]

15 Day BL Challenge - The Sequel

Day 30: Top 3 shows to introduce people to BL?

LAST DAY!!!!!!!!! This has been so much fun! Thanks @slonekaru

Cherry Magic. I just feel like Cherry Maho is the perfect series. It's funny, romantic, and it has depth. The characters are all likeable and the series showcases a healthy relationship filled with growth and love. Also it's easy to watch; no sudden character deaths, low-heat but still romantic, and good dialogue. A rookie could get overwhelmed when there is too much of one thing and I think the OG Cherry Maho is calm and level enough to get a person's foot in the door. Kurosawa is the ultimate green flag character in my opinion and Adachi is the type of character you love to love because he's so clumsy and adorable. Also who doesn't love a lil virgin magic with their romance?

Moonlight Chicken. Another perfect series to me. It's the perfect amount of mess and drama and sex for a rookie to dip their toe into, nothing too crazy or outrageous. I think this series showcases love in so many different forms and how sometimes love just isn't enough to fix things between two people. MC also shows how new love can be beautiful and push people to want to make a change or maybe start anew. It shows how love for a person can weigh you down and take the people around you down too. It shows how love can make you angry or irrational.

This series focuses on so many relationships and how they all connect. And we get to see so many characters at different stages in life. I think a rookie BL watcher would find MC relatable if anything else. They may not relate to (or even like) all the characters but I guarantee you they'll find themselves in at least one of them. This is a series that's more about emotion than anything else and a rookie will find themselves laughing, crying, yelling, and squealing throughout. MC is such a great ride, like watching a soap opera. ALSO WHAT A FUCKING TALENTED CAST OF ACTORS!

We Best Love: No. 1 For You. WBL is such a fun series. I think it's so fun but so frustrating to watch. It's one of those series that will have you seated because you already know how all the characters feel in the beginning so you just HAVE to see how things play out. Also because the series is set in Uni we get to see a little immaturity amongst the characters that make for bad decisions and good comedy. It's fun watching that unrequited love turn into to real love, it's great seeing Shu Yi and Shi De have their 'OH' moments. People will fall in love with Shi De because his crush is so obvious and he would do anything to be near Shu Yi. And People will fall in love with Shu Yi because he is so honest and direct with his feelings and he wears his heart on his sleeve. People will see that he needs someone like Shi De, who is good at hiding his feelings, to protect his heart.

SN: Just to cover the main 4 countries releasing BLs. If I had to choose a Korean BL to rec to someone it would either be To My Star or The New Employee.

[respectthepetty]

Before I get into the "What the hell is happening in episode ten of Hidden Agenda?" let me enjoy Joke looking at Zo like Zo is his entire world. I'm going to soak it in because this episode, for me, a person with nothing but wild ass theories, was DELICIOUSLY WILD!

So now - What the hell is happening?!

Joke does have beef with his parents. He doesn't want them around for his birthday, and that's why he only chills with his grandma. Wild Theory approved ✔

Which leads into the overall topic of this episode - Childhood trauma from our parents and how it influences us as adults.

Because Zo hesitates in his decisions since Puen gaslight-gatekeep-geekboss-ed him, and his mother reacted poorly to the incident.

Oh so poorly.

And because of the immense pressure Zo feels to "make up" for his flaws, he believes winning this tournament will prove his worth even though his mom was subtly insulting him by questioning if he could handle harder topic. "Paging Dangerous Romance's Kanghan to stage"

He even told Joke that he wanted to wait to tell his parents about them until after he won the tournament, but PSA to my fellow queers - being queer is not a flaw, so no amount of prize winning or abiding by societal norms will please people. Which is why Jeng had to quit the soccer club. Que triste.

And Zo and Joke are in the same our-families-are-not-really-accepting boat

Because statistically, 50% of families suck.

But, even though it was framed as a positive because Joke was concerned about Zo, Joke still crossed a line to help Zo and went through Pat in order to get Zo's address. This was THE issue last episode, so did Joke really learn his lesson? That's gonna be a "no" from me, dawg.

Which might be the reason we see barriers pop back up between them next week while they are boxed in. (Time skip in episode 12 or Director Tee is playing!)

But the real meat of this episode was Wave x Trin. Wild Theory approved ✔

These two haven't made it a secret that they have beef, but Wave finally gave the reason when he stated Joke would ruin Zo's chances of winning.

I DO think shit is gonna go down with this competition and the scholarship because of Joke's constant line crossing to protect Zo, but Zo pressing the issue with Wave shows growth in his character.

And it's no surprises the Joke-to-Trin pipeline was the true issue.

But this backstory was very much in the same realm as Puen-gaslighting-Zo, and . . .

Zo is right. Wave not having feelings for Trin is fine and dandy,

but I hope this conversation about separating school and personal doesn't come back to bite Zo in the ass the way it did Alan in Moonlight Chicken, and if Wave is apologizing, I need it notarized and publicized because he PUNCHED Trin as a result of Trin's confession when a simple "no" would have been suffice.

Now that I have my 1) Joke's parents ain't shit theory crumbs, and 2) Wave x Trin have tension theory good to go, it's still time for my 3) Kot has feeling for Pat theory to get some light, and 4) we are getting a time skip for episode 12 because something will happen in episode 11 that calls back to the freshy contest outcome.

I ate well today.

[dairyfreenugget]

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One of the original species I've been working on! They can be based on any mushroom and are an open species, free to make ocs of or include in your own story :]

Species sheet

And some free bases as well:

ID start: A digital picture of a fictional species that resembles mushrooms and canines in its body build. There are three specimens. The largest white one with earthy undertones and brown teeth and eyes is rearing on his back feet and bearing its teeth. It has a short tail resembling the rim of a mushroom and multiple, long whisker-like appendages on its face. The middle one is slender and long with a long, frilly tail. It resembles an ink cap, with black goo coming from under its frills. It has two long antennae-like appendages on its face. The last one is the smallest, stubby little creature with orange and light yellow colouration. It has faint stripes, two pairs of long whisker-like appendages on its face right above the eyes, and vaguely resembles chicken of the woods. They're shown on a blurry forest background, with a height comparison to an adult human at the top left corner. The biggest one reaches mid-chest when rearing up on its hind legs, the smallest one reaches mid-shins, and the medium one reaches the knees. End ID.

ID start: A digital drawing on a grey background depicting the growth stages of the previously described species. The first stage, labelled "Yeengi bud" looks like a freshly growing white and brown mushroom. The second stage, labelled "Newborn" depicts the same mushroom except now a small, eyeless head is shown. The text next to it says, "Head pops out, feelers start to grow." The last stage labelled "Baby" depicts a small, round, and stubby version of the animal, with short whiskers and small eyes. The text next to it says, "No longer rooted down, eyes develop." End ID.

[spiderfreedom]

About this post, out of curiosity, when do you think it all started? Is there research on like how far back it goes? It obviously isn't inherent to human nature; I know it's not. Is it just one of those toxic things that started from the beginning of organized religion :( ?

There's research, but there's a lot of controversy on when/how patriarchy developed. The most important thing to note is that Greek/Roman/Chinese/Japanese style misogyny is not universal and has not always been the norm. Societies differed a lot in how much power and autonomy women had. At the same time, we must be conscious even the 'best' societies of the past still had faults surrounding women.

Some places to start are:

Alice Evans: Ten Thousand Years of Patriarchy: This article looks at it from an economic and cultural perspective. I strongly recommend reading her Substack, where she travels around the world interviewing Third World Women and Feminists to see why their women's liberation movements have succeeded or failed! From the linked article:

Our world is marked by the Great Gender Divergence. Objective data on employment, governance, laws, and violence shows that all societies are gender unequal, some more than others. In South Asia, North Africa and the Middle East, it is men who provide for their families and organise politically. Chinese women work but are still locked out of politics. Latin America has undergone radical transformation, staging massive rallies against male violence and nearly achieving gender parity in political representation. Scandinavia still comes closest to a feminist utopia, but for most of history Europe was far more patriarchal than matrilineal South East Asia and Southern Africa. [...] Why do some societies have a stronger preference for female cloistering? To answer that question, we must go back ten thousand years. Over the longue durée, there have been three major waves of patriarchy: the Neolithic Revolution, conquests, and Islam. These ancient ‘waves’ helped determine how gender relations in each region of the world would be transformed by the onset of modern economic growth.

Another thing to remember/consider when it comes to studying the past is how few resources we have. We only know so much about how pre-historical humans organized their societies. Colonialism destroyed evidence of other societies with different ways of approaching gender. Many of the great apes we study are endangered. And literate societies happened to be patriarchal societies (likely related to literacy going hand in hand with bureaucracy and agriculture and the development of a state?) so we don't know as much as we could about women in literate regions.

Organized religion definitely codified a lot about patriarchy, but the major religions (Christianity, Islam, Buddhism) arose in regions of the world that were already patriarchal. So it's kind of a chicken and the egg problem when it comes to patriarchy and religion. We know that religions that worshipped goddesses, like Greek and Roman paganism and Hinduism, can still coexist with sexist societies.

These aren't great answers, but it's a big question and there are a lot of people working on answering it! It ties back into the bigger question of what our human ancestors were like, and whether we're kind of doomed to violence and xenophobia or whether there are alternatives. Some other books I've read that may be useful reading on this front are:

The Dawn of Everything. A long book, but it's a tour of human history and different societies and ways of organizing society. One of the chapters is on women, if I recall correctly.

Women's Work: The First 20,000 Years: Women, Cloth, and Society in Early Times. Women have been working with cloth for a very long time. In some societies, this allowed women a high degree of status (see the Minoans!) and in others, women were worked to the bone producing textiles (Ancient Egypt).

The book "Demonic Males" looks at the birth of patriarchy from a primatology perspective. Our ape ancestors show male-dominant behaviors and societies. It's controversial the extent this is directly responsible for misogyny and male violence, but I think it's likely that our ape inheritance influenced the structure of early humans - so we basically have a lot of baggage.

Broadly speaking, reading books on feminist anthropology will help you, because a lot of what we know about patriarchy is based on highly literate societies, which as we established, are also agricultural societies with bureaucracies and a hierarchical culture. That's hardly representative of the human condition. As an example, look at Inuit society - on the one hand, there is arranged marriage and all that it implies; on the other, we do not have the same ideals of silent women who stay at home - women are valued members of the society and their skills are explicitly recognized as necessary for survival. Compare Western cultures that view domestic tasks as "support" tasks while the "real" work is done by men.

Finally, this one is a bit old (1974), but it may give you a starting point for understanding feminist anthropology and the search for the origins of patriarchy: "Is Female to Nature as Male is to Culture". It can help us understand how female subordination manifests itself in different cultures, and to know what to look for.

I hope this has been helpful. If anyone can recommend good books on the origin of patriarchy/female subordination (especially for non-Western cultures), please feel free to add in the replies or reblogs!

[spacedlexi]

omg i was looking at your chickens come to ericson work, and AJ in Clem's s4 jacket looks so much like a little Lee 🥹 idc he and Clem are everett's in my heart

YESSS someone noticed 😏 it was not initially intentional just a matter of hand-me-downs but when i noticed i was like

its during his growth spurt stage so he only wears it for so long, but i think it would make clem feel some kinda way when she notices too :')

[greatbigbellies]

2023 PREGNANCY KINK ADVENT CALENDAR (DAY 11)

McPreggo Mukbang Pt 2.

Already pregnant with one, and caught in the throws of her cravings, Penelope licked her lips. The food somehow smelled even better now. The chickens trips, a basket of three, were calling to her. Something about the scent of the breading and tantalizing smell of white meat made her mouth water. She scooted it over to her and started eating.

After the first strip, her tummy looked noticeably bigger, then the second, undeniably, then after the third, unignorably. She looked down at her belly, now filling most of her lap. She furrowed her brow and placed her hands on her tummy, feeling it over. “Those strips were amazing and all but… why am I so huge?” she felt it over longer. Another donation rolled in.

“If you check their website, they have a menu that explains what everything does. It would probably make more sense if your read it over. But a blind tasting is fun too!” she read. She wordlessly opened a new tab and dove in, looking for the online menu. Pictures of satisfied customers, all in various but noticeable stages of pregnancy, adorned the website. It was flashy and well built, but not the most easy to navigate. Finally, she found the menu page, and started reading.

Her jaw dropped. “Wait I have TRIPLETS IN ME NOW?” she grabbed her belly on each side, squeezing it firmly in disbelief. Her blouse rode up, and a crescent of bare skin just below the belly button was visible. She read the menu out loud “Each strip takes you up one trimester with twins… and I had one form the burger before, so I’m triplet heavy now?” She shifted in her chair, and it hit her how hard it was to move at this size. She rolled her blouse up again. Her belly button was now an outie, and she had some light but visible stretchmarks forming at the end of her tummy. “This top isn’t long for this world at this rate…”

She pulled it down as far as she could and looked at her facecam. “I’m not going to lie, those were the best chicken strips I’ve ever had… but like… twins are a lot, and I went further… ugh” she patted her belly. “I hope this doesn’t last all day.”

She tried to snap back into streamer mode, “So the last thing on the main menu we’re trying today is the fish filet sandwich. Which is weird right? Aren’t you not supposed to have fish when you’re pregnant? I feel like this sends a confusing message but… whatever, I guess.” she took a bite. She didn’t ever particularly like fish, but… this was well prepared. She took a few more bites as her viewership went up, seemingly spiking with each added baby to her belly. Her bites grew larger until they were full on chomps taken out of the sandwich. It didn’t take long to disappear.

She placed her hands on ether side of her tummy, bracing for growth. It came quickly, and hit hard. She felt her hands fill with pregnant womb as she filled out even more, her blouse riding up to become a tank top. Her navel popped, and she felt herself grow extremely tight. She paused before pressing her fingers into her belly, feeling its firmness. She wordlessly turned her attention to her computer, where she still had the menu pulled up.

“What’s ‘polyhydramnios’?” she asked. Her chat was eager to tell her.

“Extra womb water”

“Too much amniotic fluid”

“High blood pressure”

“High fluid content in the womb”

She read each response out loud, pressing on her bare tummy left and right. “God, no wonder everything feels so bloated and tight… I’m carrying quadruplets with extra fluid in me.” She moved to stand up to show off her bump, but found getting out of her gaming chair very difficult. “N-never mind… I’ll do a standing side shot later…” she said.

Penelope was growing somewhat nervous, her belly was massive, sticking out so far it nearly reached her knees, and the sides bowing out so far it felt like shifting too far left or right would brush it against the arms of her gaming chair. She took a deep breath, centering herself as her chat continued to pepper her with comments.

“Are you feeling okay, Penelope?”

“Please tilt your facecam down a little asking for a friend” “At least it tastes good! I haven’t seen you complain yet!”

“How heavy is it?”

She sighed. “It’s very heavy… like… I’m not the best at guessing weight but I’d say it’s at least a good 30 lbs…” she tried again to get up, but quickly found herself overwhelmed by the weight. “...maybe more like 40…” She looked at the remaining food, some tots, and two kinds of nuggets, which she had to admit, looked amazing, even now… “Still more to get through,” she sighed, grabbing the tots. 

Before digging in, she paused to check the menu, opting to read up before showing down. She squinted, “So… these won’t give me another baby but they will make my belly wider… how does that work?” she asked, more to herself than her audience. Finally, she shrugged. Compared to the other items, Penelope didn’t start slow. She opened with three tots at once and downed more soon after. The large carton disappeared quickly, and she looked down to watch the results settle in.

Her belly once again grew, but much less dramatically this time. While the front remained at its current distance, the sides bowed out considerably. She gently brushed her fingers across the sides as they seemed to fill out with even for fluid. Once it was done, the space between the swollen walls of her belly and the arms of her gaming chair had been considerably reduced. She grunted as she tried to shift but found it increasingly difficult. At this point, she had to test something, so gravity be damned, she would stand up… 

[charlesandmartine]

Friday 6th December 2024

Big day today. We returned to Airlie Beach bright and early for our flight across the Whitsundays and on and over the Great Barrier Reef! We needed to park in Woolworths carpark and present ourselves to the tour operator outside the Nomads Backpackers office. Anxious obviously in case they mistook us for Backpackers! A whole new world might open up.

Approximately 1,400 miles long and 12 miles or so off the coast from Airlie Beach, this living organism, the Great Barrier Reef stretches from the tip of the Cape in the north of Queensland to Bundaberg in the south, not too far from the NSW border. This is the equivalent roughly of London to the south of Italy! In area, it has been compared to 70 million football pitches! This World Heritage Site can be seen from outer space and is made up of billions of tiny organisms known as coral polyps. The 12 seater, single propeller plane, took off from Airlie Beach Airport at 11 am. this morning to take us firstly on a spin around the Whitsunday Islands, pointing out Whitehaven Beach, said to be in the top 3 most beautiful beaches in the world, and then out to the Reef. We were advised this was the optimum time of day today to view the Reef as it was midway between high and low tide. The Great Barrier Reef is, in fact, a collection of some 2,900 individual reefs. In the hour or so, we had of our rather young pilot's time we could only view a very small part of the structure, but as we approached, although there was an instant recognition of what we were seeing, simply because it is so iconic, at the same time we were completely in awe of its complexity, of the appearance of islands, of inner waterways, of rivers or canals forging passageways through the groups of reefs. The indigenous peoples have known about the Reef for thousands of years, and it forms an important part in their spiritual beliefs. European man knew nothing of it until Captain Cook hit it in Weary Bay, near Cooktown, on 11th June 1770. His ship, the Endeavour, was stuck fast on it, and had he not managed to free it, perhaps the whole history of Australia might have had to be rewritten. Seeing just part of this huge thing was absolutely amazing, and once again, we feel privileged to have seen it.

Still feeling just a little stunned from the experience, we were dropped off by the tour guide very close to our sandwiches in the car behind Woolworths in Airlie Beach. We sat and ate them in relative silence still pondering the enormity of what we had just seen. Then a trip into Woollies to buy a bit of food and the set off for home by Dingo Beach, passing yet again through the sugar cane fields. These are interesting because this is a continuous crop split across many fields, each with crops at a different stage of growth. So some fields had been harvested and still with stubble, next a crop just 6 inches, then 12 inches, then 2 feet, etc. until around 3 feet and ready for harvest.

Then, around 5.30, off to the beach for beer and nibbles. It was dark by the time we had walked back to our converted shed, but as we cut across the large open lawn area to the front door, we heard the thump thump thump of a kangaroo deciding not to share his evening with us. He could have watched Liam Neeson in The Commuter with us, with a helping of chicken curry.

What a great day!

[yanderes-galore]

Could you make a concept for Fluffy AU! Golden Freddy based on the ideas you made with some anons?

Sure! I'll see what I remember for this... my memory is so poor lol. If I forgot something I'm sorry cause I know it was SOMETHING.

There was a whole lot of rambling in this, Sorry if that ruined things but you have more Fluffy AU lore now-

Here's the fic that had some of the ideas in it.

Yandere-ish! Fluffy AU! Golden Freddy/Fredbear Concept

(Mostly just explains his role)

Pairing: Romantic/Platonic

Possible Trigger Warnings: Gender-Neutral Darling, Obsession, Experimentation, Death, Undead animals, Overprotective behavior, Occult themes, Murder, Split personality, Trauma, Implied sadism, Trust issues.

The origin of Fluffy AU! Fredbear and Springbonnie are entwined together.

They were created together and were the first successful attempts in Afton's twisted experiments.

Like his compatriot, Fredbear is very friendly and loves to befriend his handlers.

You are most likely assigned as one of the bear's handlers and that's how you meet him.

Fredbear is very affectionate towards you once he thinks of you as a friend.

He's large and furry, often giving you "bear hugs" to show his affection.

Fredbear is always seen in a purple hat and tie, looking like a living anthropomorphic bear.

He has claws and sharp teeth although would never want to hurt anyone.

Towards his darling he's obsessive and protective.

You often feel the bear nuzzle into you and call you his friend.

You couldn't blame yourself for getting attached.

Fredbear really did begin to feel like your friend after awhile.

You nearly forgot he was meant to be an experiment until Afton announced the next stage of his plan.

Afton now knew how to complete his experiments correctly thanks to Fredbear and Springbonnie.

He already had a new bear, bunny, chicken, and fox planned.

But what was he to do with the prototypes?

Experiments of a different kind... what would happen if you tampered with the undead?

Afton is an ambitious man

When you had left work after hugging Fredbear goodbye for the day, you were alerted he had passed away.

You were never told why.

The whole situation felt strange to you as you thought Fredbear was in perfect health.

You have a feeling Afton is behind it... but it is not your place to ask.

It's after the death of Fredbear that Golden Freddy is "born".

Afton is a man who likes to tinker with the paranormal.

He likes to play god.

His experiments with the killed by undisclosed means deceased Fredbear and Springbonnie are paranormal in nature.

Which results in Golden Freddy gaining supernatural powers.

Powers such as... teleportation.

Golden Freddy used to be friends with the undead rabbit Springtrap.

After a gorey fight between the two due to Springtrap's sudden aggression, that stopped quickly.

Especially when it ended in the golden bear's eyes being gouged by the rabbit.

You're told to stay away from the two prototypes due to the experiments becoming unstable.

You were instead sent to keep an eye on the newer experiments and their growth.

Golden Freddy and Springtrap were locked away in a lab until they could be properly disposed of.

Unfortunately there was no proper way to contain the undead bear.

The isolation from all his supposed friends and his damaged eyesight made Golden Freddy go insane.

He remembers you and misses you... making it a goal to find you.

For the most part Golden Freddy would be overprotective of his darling, scared they'll be hurt too.

But there's another more sadistic persona in him that wants to cause revenge against all that's hurt him.

Which may or may not include you.

Golden Freddy is partially blind.

His eyes have rotted into a seemingly black void... but he can still see due to being enhanced.

When Golden Freddy breaches his containment area due to his newfound powers, he hunts down his darling.

He's not as violent or aggressive as Springtrap, but can retaliate if threatened.

He's missing an ear... making him a bit deaf too.

The reintroduction to Springtrap had damaged him... but he's determined to live.

However... Golden Freddy happens to have a good sense of smell.

When Golden Freddy finds you again he isn't really mad at you.

He blames Afton and his scientists for what's happened to him.

By the time he teleports to your location... he's already singlehandedly thrown the facility into chaos.

Experiments are released and infected... scientists die left and right...

... and the culprit of it all stands in front of you.

Like Springtrap, Golden Freddy reeks of death.

He is no feral animal, however...

Golden Freddy is intelligent and, when it comes to you, merciful.

Golden Freddy has already made his decision when he lets all the experiments out.

Afton will die with his creations and the facility shall fall.

It's like his own little rebellion... but he doesn't stay long.

Golden Freddy would teleport you away from the carnage with him alone.

He wants peace after what he's been subjected to....

Golden Freddy still sees you as his handler once he tastes freedom.

He does not resent you for it.

In fact he still adores you.

Fluffy AU! Golden Freddy as a whole is Overprotective, Manipulative, Caring, Slightly sadistic/Possessive.

His mind is a mess after what he went through and he's just happy he was given the power to get away from it.

He's happy to take you away from it.

The facility is left to rot after this event (Which is kinda where this fic takes place) and most of Golden Freddy's obsession peaks at this point.

He's overprotective and refuses to let you go anywhere that isn't with him.

He can't tell if he wants to love you or hurt you at times.

Golden Freddy acts like a protective guardian over you as he feels he has no other purpose.

Despite how much he cares for you... you know you can't keep him with you.

The smell makes you ill and there's nowhere for you to get home.

Golden Freddy's trust is breached once you decide you have to kill him.

He understands... but part of him doesn't want this.

You may think this'll solve his pain yet it probably won't.

He may just come back.

Golden Freddy can handle your betrayal of him in a few ways.

He could isolate you somewhere far away with no weapons...

He could kill you and make you like him...

Or he could accept his fate for the chance he may stop suffering.

Golden Freddy is a freak of nature who shouldn't even exist.

But the bear persists all due to one man who wished to play god...

You are the only thing that makes it... bear-able-

Golden Freddy himself isn't sure what he wants... yet he knows it involves you.

Whatever his fate may be doesn't matter to him anymore... as long as it has you.

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Silkies And Frizzles Chickens, Oh My

My first time at the poultry auction…And lesson learned: Don’t believe what they tell you. They said I had 2 Red Cochin Bantam Frizzle pullets. By the time I got home I was pretty aware, nope, pullet and cockerel. Live and learn. ⏱️⏱️Chapters⏱️⏱️00:00 Welcome to Chickens For Chicks and homesteading00:15 Update on my splash silkie pair, and how many eggs she has.00:56 Snowball the silkie, and my…

[opheliawillowbrook]

@bea2607 and @mezgkq

If we're going for everyone's "canon" sign (which canon seemingly means nothing these days, courtesy of DC and their antics. Not to mention the slew of trash writers reconning everything and imprinting their own basis onto characters (but that's a different conversation entirely lol) then sure: Damian is a Leo which makes sense. Raven being a Libra works too.

However, if I’m going off my own personal take, cause this is Tumblr, and that’s what we’re all here for. Then Damian is an in my opinion an Aries with a Leo moon, if I’m gonna get technical. For example the key personality difference are similar, but just slightly different.

Core Being

Aries - The most passionate (I personally find Damian to be more passionate than people give him credit for. But that could be my personal bias. He tends to hold firm in his beliefs and is reluctant to change them and will go out of his way to prove his point. Meaning, he HAS to be right. We lead from the head.)

Leo - The most fierce (Damian is without a Doubt fierce. As a fighter, he’s cut-throat. I.e. kill or be killed. Leos make great friends, but they’re also great opportunists, and who better to than the son of Batman and one Talia al Ghule, am I right? )

That being said, Aries is also a very opportunistic zodiac sign. In fact, we’re the best. I’m not proud of that, but we definitely feel the need to be number one and be the best, and we’re hella competitive and easily the most vengeful of the signs in the zodiac calender. Do not make enemies of us. We will kill you. Straight up ruin your entire life because we fucking LOVE to HATE shit! ARIES AIN'T THE GOD OF WAR FOR NOTHING. We make vengeance a hobby, because we can--we’ve mastered our crazy, and we’re good at. Like everything. If that doesn’t sound like Damian, then I’ve been writing him wrong this whole time lol.

Weakness:

Aries - Hot-tempered (Yes we are)

Leo - Bossy (Yes you are)

Both of these are Damian to a T. I’m not even gonna explain, we all know.

Strongest suit:

Aries - Ambition ( Damian is easily the most ambition, Robin and Titan. Ambition becomes him. It's literally in his Demon blood)

Leo - Generosity (For sake of argument, Damian is and can be generous, but not before being a total dick. Unless he loves you. As most of us are aware, Damian does have a “kind and generous soul” to, quoth the Raven. Which lends itself to the structure of his likability and character growth.)

As a Team:

Aries- (Cardinal) "Okay, here's what we gonna do." I feel like this Damian to a T. Take control, be the leader, act with no hesitation because he knows he has a plan B, and he's a cocky little shit. It might not work perfectly, but Damian’s confident, sometimes overly so. Did I mention that Damian's wicked cocky?

Leo - (Fixed) - "I will arrange the meeting and let's stick with the plan A." This to me feels more like Cassie Sandmark who’s a moral busybody. Damian will definitely tell you how he feels and point out that you're wrong, but he’s not a Karen.

At party:

Aries - *Drunk and ready to fight anyone*

Leo - *Heads to the center stage cheerfully and does theatrical stunts*

I’ll you be the Judge, juror and Executioner.

In a fight:

Leo - Tells Sagittarius "why do you have to be so criticizing?"

Sagittarius - Tells Leo "why do you have to be so self-centered?"

Aries - "You both have a problem. You two wanna fight me? Come on, I'm ready. (Aries live for this shit. Like we’re waiting for any excuse to pop off. Worse, we can justify it to ourselves. Personally, I think Damian is more likely to act on this take. Let's face it, there's war in his soul.

So yeah. Y’ll can take from this analysis (if we can call the incoherent ramblings of a chicken keeping, hairstylist such a thing.) I personally, as an Aries, feel justified in my arguments, because I’m an Aries and there’s not hope for me. But that doesn’t mean anyone has to agree. We all have our own takes, and that’s the beauty of fanfiction. We don’t adhere to canon, and we don’t have to.

With Love Ophelia.

[telomeke-bbs]

OUR SKYY 2 x BAD BUDDY x A TALE OF THOUSAND STARS – INTO THE WOODS, AND WHO CAN TELL WHAT'S WAITING ON THE JOURNEY?

We're now at the halfway point of OS2xBBSxATOTS's four-episode arc, looking backward as much as forward. 😍

Because it's Khun Noppharnach in the director's seat, I think an uplifting ending for this little mini-series is a given (OS2 is ultimately a feelgood vehicle, after all). If he keeps to form he'll probably undercut it with something wistful and/or bittersweet at the end though (remembering how he closed off He's Coming to Me, Bad Buddy and Moonlight Chicken).

So with some reservation (caveat here: all predictions so far have been off the mark by varying degrees; you can never fully trust clues planted by Director Aof, as we all know) I think the following are likely:

There will be a play (I just don't know in what form); and

Tian will get Phupha down from Pha Pun Dao to meet his parents.

There are two tiny clips in the OS2 trailer that point to this.

The first, at timestamp 1.22, shows the red curtains opening and confirms in my mind that the play will have its premiere (unless this is from some OS2 eps that I didn't watch):

I'm not ruling out the possibility though that Tian will give in to Phupha and withdraw permission for Pran to use their story, because that would be a nice comment on how there should be limits around the way the BL industry packages and commodifies queer romances for public entertainment. But that might mean we get to see Korn in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, instead of a university version of ATOTS, and I'm not sure I'm ready for that! 😂

The episode slated for 7 June 2023 (I'm calling it Ep.3, though that may not be the official numbering) looks like it's going to be played around the "emotional growth in the wilderness" trope for both couples PatPran and PhuTian, with their struggles to find each other in the forest a metaphor for each couple's struggles to come together in agreement whenever conflict forces them apart, as they grow in their respective relationships.

PhuTian were arguing for most of Ep.2, and PatPran's mountain quest for signatures began in disagreement as well. So that's why they split up PatPran and PhuTian at the end of Ep.2 – it's going to be both a physical and figurative journey in Ep.3 to reunite these clashing personalities and move them to safer ground, both in Pha Pun Dao and within the context of their couplehoods. (And we the lucky viewers will get to see some of their relationship growth that wasn't in the original series. 😍)

Because of this, I'm convinced Phupha will relent and meet up with Tian's parents again. They're going to Bangkok for sure (or maybe Chiang Mai at least), since we see them in a clothing store (i.e., they're bound for an urban setting) at timestamp 0.27 of the trailer:

It looks like Tian and his mountain man have gone shopping for outfits to get prepped and presentable either for the stage premiere of their story at South Technology University, or for Phupha's meeting with Tian's parents as his official partner (or maybe both?). Though Phupha would have looked just as fine if they left him in his ranger uniform, in my opinion. 😍

As usual, nothing is confirmed so I'm not holding out too much hope that the above will actually materialize in said form. I'm also still sending out psychic entreaties to the universe for there to be a cameo from Director Aof and for Rang to appear. There's still time for these pleas to be heard! 😂💖

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[chadanthonyperrino]

A Comprehensive Guide to Making Composed Fertilizer

Fertilizers play a crucial role in agriculture, gardening, and landscaping by enhancing soil fertility and promoting plant growth. While synthetic fertilizers are widely used, their environmental impacts and cost have led many to explore more sustainable options. Composed fertilizer, often made from organic waste, offers an eco-friendly alternative that enriches soil health while reducing waste. In this detailed guide, we will explore everything you need to know about making composed fertilizer, from the materials required to the step-by-step process and tips for successful composting.

What Is Composed Fertilizer?

Composed fertilizer, commonly referred to as compost, is a nutrient-rich material created through the natural decomposition of organic matter. It serves as a soil conditioner, enriching it with essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, while also improving its structure and water retention capabilities.

The process of composting involves the breakdown of organic waste by microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi under controlled conditions. The resulting compost can be used in gardens, farms, and landscapes to promote healthier plants and sustainable agricultural practices.

Benefits of Composed Fertilizer

Before diving into the process of making compost, let’s understand the key benefits it offers:

Nutrient Enrichment: Compost contains vital nutrients that support plant growth.

Soil Improvement: It enhances soil structure, promoting better aeration and water retention.

Waste Reduction: Composting reduces the amount of organic waste sent to landfills.

Eco-Friendly: Unlike synthetic fertilizers, compost does not harm the environment or contribute to water pollution.

Cost-Effective: Making your own compost saves money on store-bought fertilizers.

Supports Biodiversity: Composting fosters beneficial microorganisms that contribute to soil health.

Materials Needed for Composing Fertilizer

Creating a balanced compost requires a mix of two primary components: greens and browns. These materials provide the nitrogen and carbon needed for decomposition.

Greens (Nitrogen-Rich Materials)

Fruit and vegetable scraps

Coffee grounds and tea leaves

Grass clippings

Fresh garden waste

Manure (from herbivores like cows, horses, or chickens)

Browns (Carbon-Rich Materials)

Dry leaves

Straw or hay

Shredded paper or cardboard

Wood chips and sawdust

Corn stalks

Other Essential Materials

Water: To maintain the right moisture level.

Air: For aeration to support microbial activity.

Compost Bin or Pile: A designated space to collect and manage the composting process.

Step-by-Step Process for Making Composed Fertilizer

Creating composed fertilizer involves several stages, from gathering materials to the final product. Follow these steps to ensure a successful composting process:

1. Choose a Composting Method

There are several methods to compost organic waste. Select one that suits your needs and available resources:

Hot Composting: Requires frequent turning and produces compost quickly (4-8 weeks).

Cold Composting: A slower method (6-12 months) with less maintenance.

Vermicomposting: Uses worms to decompose organic matter, ideal for small-scale composting.

2. Set Up Your Composting Area

Location: Choose a well-drained spot with partial shade.

Bin or Pile: Use a compost bin, tumbler, or create a simple open pile.

3. Collect and Prepare Materials

Chop large items like branches or vegetable scraps into smaller pieces to speed up decomposition.

Mix greens and browns in a ratio of approximately 1:2 for optimal results.

4. Build the Compost Pile

Layer the materials as follows:

Start with a layer of coarse browns like wood chips for aeration.

Add a layer of greens.

Alternate layers of greens and browns, moistening each layer lightly with water.

5. Monitor and Maintain the Pile

Moisture: The pile should be as damp as a wrung-out sponge. Add water if it’s too dry or browns if it’s too wet.

Aeration: Turn the pile every 1-2 weeks to provide oxygen and speed up decomposition.

Temperature: Use a compost thermometer to ensure the pile reaches 135-160°F (57-71°C) for effective decomposition and pathogen elimination.

6. Decomposition Process

Microorganisms will break down the materials over time. You may notice heat, steam, or a slight earthy smell as the pile matures.

7. Harvest the Compost

After 2-6 months (depending on the method used), the compost will be ready when it is dark, crumbly, and has an earthy smell. Sift out any undecomposed materials to add back into a new batch.

Common Composting Mistakes to Avoid

Imbalance of Greens and Browns: Too much of one can lead to slow decomposition or unpleasant odors.

Overwatering: Excess moisture can cause anaerobic conditions, leading to a foul smell.

Underaeration: Lack of oxygen slows down decomposition and causes a compacted pile.

Adding Non-Compostable Items: Avoid meat, dairy, oily foods, or pet waste, which can attract pests or create harmful bacteria.

Tips for Successful Composting

Shred Larger Items: Smaller pieces decompose faster.

Maintain the Right Ratio: Aim for a balanced mix of greens and browns.

Turn the Pile Regularly: This ensures even decomposition and aeration.

Monitor Odor: A healthy compost pile smells earthy, not foul.

Protect Against Pests: Cover food scraps with a layer of browns or use a secured bin.

Applications of Composed Fertilizer

Composed fertilizer has numerous applications across different fields:

Gardening: Mix compost into garden beds to enrich soil.

Lawns: Spread a thin layer over your lawn to improve soil health and grass growth.

Agriculture: Use compost to enhance crop yields sustainably.

Potting Soil: Combine compost with other materials for nutrient-rich potting mixes.

Erosion Control: Compost helps retain soil and prevent erosion in landscaping projects.

Environmental Impact of Composting

Composting has significant positive effects on the environment:

Reduces greenhouse gas emissions by diverting organic waste from landfills.

Promotes sustainable agriculture by reducing reliance on synthetic fertilizers.

Enhances soil health, leading to better water retention and reduced runoff.

Conclusion

Making composed fertilizer is a rewarding process that benefits both the environment and your plants. By recycling organic waste into nutrient-rich compost, you can reduce your environmental footprint, save money, and promote sustainable practices. Whether you’re a home gardener or a farmer, composting is an essential skill that contributes to a healthier planet and more productive soil.

Start your composting journey today and experience the transformative power of composed fertilizer. With patience and the right techniques, you’ll create a sustainable resource that supports thriving plants and ecosystems for years to come. Brian Chapman Portadown