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Meet Me On The Courtyard | Spencer Reid

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Pairing: Spencer Reid x Fem!Reader

Warnings: Spencer getting shot in Texas, mentions of stalkers, fluff!

Words: 3.418

After living in his apartment for years, Spencer thought he would’ve seen about everything and everyone. 

But he  would’ve remembered seeing her. 

At first, Spencer thought he was dreaming, too tired from the case he had just gotten home from that it made him delusional. She was dancing across her living room in shorts and a baggy T-shirt, her hair scraped back into the messiest of buns, and a glass of wine swirling around in her hand. 

Spencer couldn’t help but smile as he watched her for a good minute until he realized how creepy he must look. 

Ever since seeing her for the first time, his eyes kept glancing back to the apartment across the courtyard. It brought a smile to his face to see her dancing around her place or pacing as she called her friends or simply mulling about her place. Witnessing as she went about her day, he felt more and more connected to her, which made him sound like a creepy voyeur. 

He didn’t quite know how to approach her. Knocking on her door wasn’t quite the option as that would come off as creepy and he didn’t have any luck of bumping into her in the lobby of their apartment building. 

On one of his rare days off, Spencer sat in his apartment, reading a book with the window open. He was laser-focused on the words he was reading until the sweet, melodic sounds of someone singing along loudly interrupted that. Confused, yet almost certain about who it was, he placed a finger between his book to keep his spot and made his way over to the window. His gut instinct was proven right once again. The girl from the apartment across from his was cleaning her apartment with her music blasting and her singing along.

“You got that James Dean daydream look in your eyeAnd I got that red lip classic thing that you likeAnd when we go crashing down, we come back every time'Cause we never go out of style, we never go out of sty–”

The last note came out in a shriek as her eyes landed on the guy across the courtyard, startled by the sudden figure in the window across from her. Spencer’s own eyes widened as he realized he had made her jump before holding up his hands in an attempt at an apology. 

“Sorry! Sorry!” he said, making sure to enunciate as she probably wouldn’t be able to hear him. 

The bubbly Taylor Swift song continued in the background as she clutched at her heart, trying to get it to calm down. Spencer took the time to reach for a notepad and a pen, and wrote down a message to her. 

“Sorry! Didn’t mean to scare you!” 

She narrowed her eyes for a moment before holding her finger up and reaching for something on the side. When she turned her head back towards him, she placed a pair of glasses on her nose to be able to read the message. Her answer came in the form of a shrug of her shoulders. 

At least she wasn’t repulsed by him. 

Spencer quickly scribbled down his next message, making sure to make his letters big enough for her to read. 

“I’m not a creepy stalker, promise.” 

A laugh bubbled up from her chest, though he couldn’t hear it due to the distance between them and the Taylor Swift song blasting in her apartment. He felt his lips curl up into a smile. He couldn’t wait to hear that laugh in real life. 

The girl held her finger up again and disappeared for a good five seconds before returning with a notepad of her own. As she wrote down her own message, Spencer noticed how a tingle traveled from his stomach all the way to his toes and to the back of his neck. She was the most beautiful girl he had ever seen. 

“All creepy stalkers say that” 

She had drawn a winky face at the end of the sentence. Throwing his head back, Spencer let out a loud, genuine laugh. 

“Why are you talking to me then?” he wrote next. 

With a smile on her face, the girl wrote down an answer. “I have seen you around, Mr. FBI.” 

An involuntary blush crept up his cheeks. She had seen him around. She knew he was an FBI Agent. She had kept an eye on him as much as he had kept an eye out on her. The idea in itself sounded completely insane to him, but then again Spencer had once fallen in love with a girl he had never seen before. The fact that he was so infatuated with this girl without knowing her name wasn’t all that surprising, considering. 

“I’m Spencer.” Spencer wrote and drew a smiley face behind his name. 

She gave him a cutesy wave while the corners of her mouth seemed to be stuck in that ever glowing smile. “I’m Y/N.” 

Spencer offered her a wave as well, his smile mirroring hers. There was something about her that drew him to her. He wasn’t sure what it was. The smile, the bubbly persona he had witnessed over the last couple of weeks, her willingness to talk to him, her keeping an eye on him without him even noticing. All he knew for sure was that he wanted to talk to her. Face-to-face. 

Giddily, he ducked down to write his next message and when he came back up to show it to her, the message she held out for him was the exact same as what he had written for her. 

“Meet me on the courtyard?” 

His cheeks hurt from smiling so hard as he scrambled to get downstairs. His book long forgotten, he quickly put on shoes and grabbed his keys before rushing down to the courtyard where he finally saw her from up close. She was even more beautiful than he had imagined her being. 

She had exchanged her shorts for a pair of jeans and the T-shirt tucked in messily. Her messy bun had come out, allowing her locks to cascade over her shoulders like a waterfall. It was only then when Spencer noticed how beautiful her eyes were. Her eyes rivaled the sun, shimmering so brightly and provided him with so much warmth. 

“Hi,” she greeted with a tender, nervous smile. 

“Hey,” he greeted back before motioning towards the stone bench beside them. 

Chuckling, y/n took a seat and Spencer quickly followed, making sure to keep some distance between them. He didn’t want to scare her by sitting too close. They didn’t know each other at all, so giving up his personal space so soon wasn’t in the cards for him yet. 

“You have a beautiful singing voice,” he complimented, remembering her rendition of Style. 

Before she looked down at her hands in her lap, Spencer caught a glimpse of her flustered cheeks. 

“Thank you,” she said. “I-I used to be in choir when I was a kid, so… I suppose I did learn a thing or two when I was there.” Her eyes flicked up to his. “Sorry if I disturbed… Whatever you were doing.” 

Shaking his head, Spencer told her, “No, you didn’t. I was reading, but it was a nice distraction.” 

“What were you reading?” She sounded genuinely interested. 

“Something Wicked This Way Comes,” he replied honestly and her eyes brightened even more than he thought was possible. “I-It’s one of my favorites.” 

Her hand landed on his forearm in excitement as she said, “It’s mine too!” and then lapsed into her honest review of the book. Spencer clung onto every word, relaxed at the lilt of her voice and answered any and all questions she had about his opinion on the book. 

When she shivered and wrapped her arms around herself, Spencer realized how late it had gotten. The sun had started to set, casting a gloomy shadow over the courtyard. Talking to her seemed to have made the time slip away. Spencer didn’t want it to end, but neither of them had brought a sweater, so they were doomed to retreat back to their apartments sooner than either of them wanted. 

“You cold?” he asked and fought the urge to wrap his arms around her. 

She nodded her head. “Yeah, a little. But it’s fine,” she said as she suppressed a yawn. 

A chuckle rolled off his lips. “It’s fine if you wanna go inside. We’ve been talking for hours and I have to be in the office pretty early tomorrow anyway.” 

She offered him a thankful smile as she got up from the bench and he followed her example. The two of them made their way back into the lobby where she turned to him. “It was nice talking to you, Spencer. I would like to pick your genius brain more often.” 

“I’d like that,” Spencer said, his smile quickly mirroring hers again. 

After giving him a quick wave and that ever-present smile of hers, she turned on her heel and walked up the stairs to her side of the building. Spencer stayed put and watched her for a little while until he couldn’t see her anymore before retreating to his own apartment. 

Never in his life had he met someone who shared his opinions on books, who rivaled his rambling, whose intelligence made his IQ waver. In his mind, he thanked Taylor Swift for bringing them together. If it weren’t for her, Spencer doubted they would’ve ever started talking. 

That night sparked a series of events. Ever since that day, they’d meet in the courtyard every single day. Sometimes in the morning and then either one of them would roll up with fresh coffee, sometimes in the evening with cups of calming tea. 

Their meetups quickly evolved from the cold courtyard to one of their apartments. They’d watch movies, read the same books so they could talk about it afterwards even though he always finished long before she did, they made dinner for one another, … 

Whatever the day was, they’d spend it together and talk about everything and anything they could think of. Talking to her had to be his favorite way to pass time. Life suddenly made complete sense whenever Spencer was around her. No matter what sort of horror he had witnessed on the cases he worked, it all seemed to vanish from his memory whenever he met up with her again. 

And whenever Spencer was gone, she’d make sure his plants survived his absence, she got his mail so the mailbox wouldn’t overflow. Whenever she was gone for work, he would do the exact same for her. 

In the span of a few months, Y/N became Spencer’s best friend, and he couldn’t deny the feelings that had grown in his heart. 

Though he would never tell her that. 

After living in her apartment for a good year, y/n thought she would’ve seen about everything and everyone. 

But she would’ve remembered seeing him. 

She’d catch glimpses of him across the yard in his apartment, mulling about his house with a book in his hand. Every time she did, she wondered what book he was reading and what he thought of it. There was something about him that drew her attention. 

The day she caught him looking at her when she was dancing around her living room whilst cleaning and belting along to Taylor Swift, was the best day. She loved how easy it was to talk to him and how intelligent he was. She loved picking his brain and listening to all the facts he knew about the most random things. 

Becoming friends with Spencer Reid was about the best thing that could’ve happened to her. 

He was there for her on her bad days as much as she was there for his. When the two of them spent time together, time seemed to just slow down and everything around them vanished. When it was the two of them together, nothing else mattered. 

Over the course of a couple of months, y/n couldn’t deny the chills she got with every single touch, how her brilliance simply turned to dust whenever he merely smiled at her. 

While Spencer was out on a case in Texas, y/n went down to his apartment often after work to water his plants and get his mail out. Though he told her not to do it, y/n was happy to. Sometimes, she’d even leave little sticky notes or she’d leave him the book she’d just read, so he could read it too. 

She was in his apartment when she received a call from Jennifer Jarau, Spencer’s co-worker. Y/N had seen Spencer’s co-workers a couple of times before, but never had they called her before. Her heart plummeted to her stomach. The fact that JJ was calling her didn’t scream ‘good news’. 

“JJ?” Y/N spoke into the phone, her voice dripping with confusion. 

JJ sighed, “Y/N… I, uhm… Spence, he–” 

The mail slipped out of her hands, envelopes scattering everywhere. Her mind was racing with questions and scenarios. She couldn’t imagine what was going on with Spencer, but she knew her best friend was hurting and she wasn’t there. 

“What happened?” she asked and without hesitation, she headed back to her own place while JJ explained what had happened. 

There wasn’t much y/n understood about what happened. All she heard was ‘open fire’, ‘gun shot’, ‘Spence got hit in the neck’, ‘surgery’. It was enough for her to understand she needed to head to Texas. 

“Text me which hospital he’s in. I’m coming to Texas,” y/n told JJ and after JJ’s agreement, y/n hung up and rushed out of her apartment with everything she needed. With her heart beating in her throat, y/n took the next best flight over to Texas and rushed towards the hospital JJ had texted her. 

Y/N wasn’t even too sure where she was going. With fear and anxiety selectively blinding her, she made a beeline for the front desk. 

“Spencer. Spencer Reid. I’m looking for Spencer Reid,” she told the woman behind the desk. 

“Y/N!” JJ’s familiar voice called and as y/n turned around, JJ ran up to her with worry flooding her eyes. The blonde wrapped her arms around her, allowing her lungs to deflate with the breath she had been holding. 

“How is he? Is he okay?” y/n asked in one breath. 

“Yeah, he’s just out of surgery. You can go see him.” 

A single tear rolled down y/n’s cheek before she stepped away from JJ. “Thank you for calling me.” 

“Spence asked for you,” JJ told her honestly. “When-when he was in the ambulance. He asked for you.” 

Letting out a shaky breath, y/n tried a careful smile. She was scared if she allowed her lips to fully curl up, it would take Spencer away from her. 

“Go,” JJ encouraged, softly pushing her towards Spencer’s room.

With a nervous pep in her step, y/n made her way towards Spencer. She could feel the nerves bundle up in her chest. Though she knew what had happened, she didn’t know how she was going to find him. She halted in the doorway, her eyes landing on Spencer, who was lying in the hospital bed with a gauze patched to the right side of his neck. He looked peaceful as he slept, though I noticed the bags under his eyes. Somehow, he still managed to look beautiful. 

“Y/N,” Penelope whispered when her eyes landed on me. Alex turned in her chair, offering me a kind smile whilst the peppy blonde embraced me in a tight hug. 

“How’s he doing?” she asked, entering the room further with Penelope to move closer to Spencer. 

“Very tired and drowsy from the painkillers,” Alex replied. “He’s in and out of it.” 

Y/N simply nodded her head, telling Spencer’s co-workers that she did hear them but didn’t have the energy to really respond. Alex and Penelope exchanged glances without y/n even noticing, and they got up and left the room to leave her alone with Spencer. 

Inching closer towards the patient, y/n wiped away a tear before using the same hand to stroke his hair out of his face. “God dammit, Spence,” she whispered, sniffling. 

Spencer’s lashes fluttered against his cheeks before she was allowed a peek at his honey-colored eyes again. A lazy smile landed on his lips. “Y/N,” he mumbled and shifted slightly, but then immediately hissed at how painful the movement was. 

“Hey, relax,” she cooed. Her hand moved back through his hair. “How are you feeling?” 

“Better now that I see you.” His voice sounded thick with sleep as he stopped her hand from going through his hair and kissed her palm. “Can’t believe you came.” 

Wiping her thumb against his cheek, she offered him a sad smile. “Of course I came. You got hurt.” 

“I love you,” he admitted drowsily before falling back to sleep. 

Y/N’s heart skipped a few beats at the sweet confession coming from his sleepy lips. Though he could still mean the words in a platonic way, it still made her insides go putty. 

The admission haunted her mind for a good day until she got him home safe and sound, and she could ask about it. A bundle of nerves settled in her chest as she placed Spencer’s bag down and helped him settle on the sofa. 

“How are you feeling?” she asked sweetly as she handed him a glass of water and his painkillers. 

Spencer groaned a little before taking the medication. “I’m all right, you know, considering.” He offered her a tender smile. “Thank you for being here.” Reaching over, Spencer enveloped her hand in his, entwining their fingers together. 

“Spence… Can I ask you something?” Spencer hummed in response. “In the hospital… You told me… You told me you loved me. I-I’m just not sure what to make of it?” 

The corners of his mouth curled up. “Do you remember the first time we met? How I was looking at you through the window like a true stalker?” 

“Gave me a heart attack,” y/n chuckled, trying to read his honey eyes to try and figure out where he was going with this. 

“I had stolen a couple glimpses at you before that, too. When you were just mulling about your apartment or when you danced around the living room with a glass of wine or when you cooked… I didn’t know your name and I hadn’t seen you up close yet, but from watching you just live your life, I thought you were the most beautiful girl I had ever seen. I’ve been infatuated with you ever since and getting to know you – actually getting to know you, up close and personal – it just made that infatuation grow to a love so pure and so grand, that I couldn’t keep that secret to myself anymore. I’ve fallen in love with you, y/n. And you don’t need to feel compelled to say it back. It’s fine if you don’t. I just– I figured you should know.” 

Tears lined y/n’s eyes as she listened to him talk. No one in her short life had ever told her words quite as beautiful as his. It warmed her heart and melted it into a puddle. She had been so scared to tell him how she really felt, scared he wouldn’t feel the same, scared it would ruin the friendship. All while he was feeling the exact same thing. 

“I love you too, Spence.” The words came out in a whisper as though it was a secret. 

“You don’t have to–” 

“I have to,” she cut him off quickly. “Because it’s true. You’re not the only one with stalker-tendencies, Mr. FBI,” y/n joked, causing him to let out a laugh, only for him to hiss in pain straight after. 

“Laughing hurts,” he whined. “Don’t make me laugh again.” 

Smiling, y/n leaned in closer and as her lips ghosted his, she whispered, “I can’t make such promises.” 

And then y/n kissed her best friend on the couch of his apartment. The one right across from hers. 

If they hadn’t decided to meet on the courtyard so many months ago, neither of them would experience the bliss that was kissing one another. 

And all because of a Taylor Swift song. 

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11. mori kei

mori kei, meaning forest sty;e, is a Japanese fashion subculture inspired by the calm, natural beauty of the forest and countryside. known for its earthy tones, layering, and vintage inspired aesthetics, mori kei captures a peaceful, whimsical lifestyle centered on a connection with nature. here's a break down on mori kei!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

origins and development

influence of nature: mori kei was born from a desire to embody a tranquil, forest like atmosphere. it emphasized living slowly, appreciating nature, and creating an aesthetic that feels like stepping into a fairytale

mori girl: mori keis popularity grew in the late 2000s through a Japanese social media community called mixing, where users shared photos of their mori inspired looks, the style was popularized by designers and mori kei icon choco yamada, who outlined the mori girl rules on mixing, helping solidify its distinct, dreamy aesthetic.

philosophy: mori kei is not only a style but a lifestyle rooted in minimalism, nostalgia, and simplicity. it often encompasses interests like photography, nature walks, drinking tea, and home made crafts!!1

key motifs

earth tones and natural colors: mori keis color palette includes soft, earthy hues like beige, cream, brown, olive, and moss green. muted pastels and off-whites are also used to create a delicate and harmonious feel, imitating the forest.

loose, layered silhouettes: the clothing in mori kei is loose fitting and layered to create a cozy, lived in look. layers of dresses, cardigans, oversized sweaters, shawls, and skirts are worn over each other to give an impression of softness and comfort.

vintage and handmade accessories: mori kei incorporates vintage inspired clothing, often resembles garments from simpler times. dresses with lace, floral prints, Peter pan collars, and earthy textures like wool, linen, and cotton are popular. items are sometimes handmade or thrifted to add a personal, nostalgic feel.

natural accessories: accessories in mori kei are inspired by nature--- think floral pins, straw hats, scarves, and woven bags. jewelry is kept simple and often handmade, featuring materials like wood, dried flowers, and stones

natural makeup and hair: makeup is usually kept minimal and natural, focusing on soft, rosy cheeks, and nude lips to give a gentle, healthy glow. hair is typically styled in loose waves, braids, or buns, and natural or warm hair colors like brown and dark blonde are common to match the earthy vibes or the outfit.

music

mori kei is often associated with peaceful and fold inspired music that eachoes the serene, introspective spirit of the forest. genres like acoustic, folk, and indie are popular, as are artists like iron & wine, fleet foxes, and Japanese indie artists such as ichiko aoba. instrumental and ambient music, including soft piano or nature sounds, are also fitting for mori kei enthusiasts who enjoy quiet moments of reflection. here are 10 artists I recommend

cocoon

iron & wine

fleet foxes

sufjan stevens

kina grannis

lisa mitchell

angus & Julia stone

first aid kit

soley

aoi teshima

movies

studio ghibli: films like my neighbor totoro, nausicaa of the valley of the wind. an princess mononoke, reflect the mori kei values of nature and simplicity. these films emphasize a harmonious connection with nature, which resonates with the mori kei aesthetics

period and fairy tale films: movies like the secret garden, and little women, feature vintage, countryside settings and styles that aligns with the look and feel of mori kei. the film Anne of green gables also embodies the quiet, pastoral lifestyle that mori kei represents. here are more movies I suggest

my neighbor totoro (1988)

only yesterday (1991)

the secret world of arrietty (2010)

wolf children (2012)

when marine was there (2014)

the tale of the princess kaguya (2013)

the fox and the child (2007)

the whisper of the heart (1995)

song of the sea (2014)

the village (2004)

books and other media

classic and nature inspired literature: books that emphasize the beauty of nature, simplicity =, and introspection are popular within mori kei. titles like Anne of green gables, the secret garden, and works by Jane Austen offer vintage inspired worlds that match mori kei aesthetic.

photography and nature journals: mori kei enthusiasts often enjoy photography that nature natures quiet moments -- forest trails, close ups of flora, and cozy indoor settings with vintage decor nature journals re also popular, where one con press flowers, write poetry, and record observations about nature.

social media: platforms like Instagram, Tumblr, and Pinterest have vibrant mori kei communities, where enthusiasts share their looks, document forest outings, and connect over shared interests in slow living and natural aesthetics

inspo

overall, mori kei is a fashion style and lifestyle that embodies peace, simplicity, and a connection to nature. with its soft, earthy palette, loose layering, and vintage inspired clothing, mori kei celebrates the beauty of the natural world and a quiet, introspective way of life. it offers an escape from the fast pace of modern life, creating a cozy, fairytale like world filled with warmth, comfort, and a deep respect for nature.

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Tag Game: Writerly Questionnaire

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Rules: Answer the questions!

Long post incoming!

About You

When did you start writing?

My earliest attempts at writing books are from when I was about 9 or 10, scribbling in a sparkly pink notebook something that was in essense video game fanfiction. It will never see the light of day again. The WIP I've had for the longest, The Watcher and the Thief, I started when I was 12 and writing a backstory for my human ranger in Dungeons and Dragons.

Are the genres/themes you enjoy reading different from the ones you write?

I love reading fantasy and I love writing fantasy, specifically high fantasy and portal fantasy. I'm always looking to expand my reading taste and go outside my comfort zone but fantasy fiction is my jam and always will be.

Is there an author (or just a fellow writer!) you want to emulate, or one to whom you’re often compared?

Honestly there are so many authors that I'm obsessed with that I probably subconsciously emulate and would be absolutely honored to be compared to including but not limited to Brandon Sanderson, Robert Jordan, Brandon Mull, Leigh Bardugo, Weis and Hickman, uh yeah probably others.

Can you tell me a little about your writing space(s)? (Room, coffee shop, desk, etc.)

I've done most of my writing in the living room of my house, sitting on the couch closest to a plug for my laptop charger with one of those lap desks and said laptop on my lap. It's either that or sitting on my bed or hiding in the basement if my housemates are too distracting (rare). I have also been known to write on my phone from time to time when I have the time but not the laptop.

What’s your most effective way to muster up some muse?

Go on a walk or a car ride with one of my WIP playlists playing. I also brainstorm while waiting to fall asleep in bed.

Did the place(s) you grew up in influence the people and places you write about?

I mean my mom was the one who kindled my love for fantasy books, but otherwise I don't think so.

Are there any recurring themes in your writing, and if so, do they surprise you at all?

There seem to be a lot of wanderers, whether seeking something or on a mission or traveling aimlessly. Draven and Octavian post-THtMatC, Jas and Killian, the ToS crew. Most of the aforementioned people are also willing to go out of their way to help someone in need or their mission centers around providing aid.

Your Characters

Would you please tell me about your current favorite character? (Current WIP, past WIP, never used, etc.)

Of all time, Octavian de Silv. I go into further detail here. Otherwise I can't really choose because I love my ocs for different reasons.

Which of your characters do you think you’d be friends with in real life?

I think I'd be friends with Jas or Reese. With Jas it would be the classic case of an extrovert adopting an introvert, and with Reese we'd bond over our love of reading.

Which of your characters would you dislike the most if you met them?

Obviously any of my villains, and if I ever met Draven I would get annoyed with him real quick. I don't get on well with people irl who share his personality.

Tell me about the process of coming up with of one, all, or any of your characters.

Well, I usually start with a slot to put a character in a story. Then I throw an appearance on them, usually traits that might stand out to a POV character upon their introduction. Then I decide a name and personality. All of this is subject to change at literally any time. All of it.

Do you notice any recurring themes/traits among your characters?

Including what I've said before... a lot of the protagonists exhibit some of my own traits like stubbornness extreme perseverance and creative problem-solving with violence.

How do you picture them? (As real people you imagined, as models/actors who exist in real life, as imaginary artwork, as artwork you made or commissioned, anime style, etc.)

I picture them in my artstyle as I have doodled and drawn and such, I also use picrews to help me better visualize their appearances, although those obviously do have limits.

Your Writing

What’s your reason for writing?

I love flailing about my characters in different ways, including Problems, Situations, Shenanigans, etc. I have plots and stuff but I write because I love my characters so so much.

Is there a specific comment or type of comment you find particularly motivating coming from your readers?

Any comment (that isnt hate) is a good comment :) I do love when people *cough, cough* @fourwingedsnake make funny comments regarding the characters or a line or the situation in general

How do you want to be thought of by those who read your work? (For example: as a literary genius, or as a writer who “gets” the human condition; as a talented worldbuilder, as a role model, etc.)

Storms I dunno I just want people to like my writing/my characters/my worlds

What do you feel is your greatest strength as a writer?

Creating memorable characters and also accidentally forming new magic systems

What have you been frequently told your greatest writing strength is by others?

I've noticed that people really like my ocs so y'know win there, other than that I've never been to my memory explicitly told

How do you feel about your own writing? (Answer in whatever way you interpret this question.)

I feel like I've improved a lot over the last year or so, and prompt events/posting on Tumblr has got me in the habit of writing every day, even if it's just a brainstorming session. I definitely feel more confident in my own abilities and more comfortable showing my writing to people (still hesitant about showing my irl friends/family for obvious reasons)

If you were the last person on earth and knew your writing would never be read by another human, would you still write?

Yeah???? I write first and foremost for me and it would definitely help me cope with the loneliness of being the last person on earth. Maybe the next dominant species will figure out English and read it.

When you write, are you influenced by what others might enjoy reading, or do you write purely what you enjoy? If it’s a mix of the two, which holds the most influence?

I for sure write what I enjoy. If readers don't like it they don't have to read it, and if I don't like it I won't finish it even if others enjoy it. My writing my rules deal with it and if you can't the unfollow/block button is right there

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About You When did you start writing? Are the genres/themes you enjoy reading different from the ones you write? Is there an author (or just a fellow writer!) you want to emulate, or one to whom you’re often compared? Can you tell me a little about your writing space(s)? (Room, coffee shop, desk, etc.) What’s your most effective way to muster up some muse? Did the place(s) you grew up in influence the people and places you write about? Are there any recurring themes in your writing, and if so, do they surprise you at all? Your Characters Would you please tell me about your current favorite character? (Current WIP, past WIP, never used, etc.) Which of your characters do you think you’d be friends with in real life? Which of your characters would you dislike the most if you met them? Tell me about the process of coming up with of one, all, or any of your characters. Do you notice any recurring themes/traits among your characters? How do you picture them? (As real people you imagined, as models/actors who exist in real life, as imaginary artwork, as artwork you made or commissioned, anime style, etc.) Your Writing What’s your reason for writing? Is there a specific comment or type of comment you find particularly motivating coming from your readers? How do you want to be thought of by those who read your work? (For example: as a literary genius, or as a writer who “gets” the human condition; as a talented worldbuilder, as a role model, etc.) What do you feel is your greatest strength as a writer? What have you been frequently told your greatest writing strength is by others? How do you feel about your own writing? (Answer in whatever way you interpret this question.) If you were the last person on earth and knew your writing would never be read by another human, would you still write? When you write, are you influenced by what others might enjoy reading, or do you write purely what you enjoy? If it’s a mix of the two, which holds the most influence

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okay here’s my mini rant on hockey players gameday fits

okay so i’m in the league rn like THE STY is like tighter suits and like more visible ankles and shit but like

It’s rlly not that cute like here’s my example im going off of (p.s jack hughes girlies pls don’t kill me bcz i literally move him sm and he usually has good style):

So yes Jacks fit goes hard here but Luke’s goes SO MUCH HARDER

Like i love thé loose and longer fit. And maybe it’s not professional idk i’m not a guy and ik nothing about suit styles but it’s just looks so good.

Quick disclaimer though Jacks suit isn’t even that tight or short compared to other ones that im talking about and his gameday fits are acc good (especially with the classic sneakers)

see both their styles slay so hard

Lemme show u guys what i mean by like the tight and shorter suits that i

DO NOT LIKE

(p.s i even have to find other teams gameday fits cuz all of the devils acc have oddly enough like no players with bad sty)

(p.s.s i also dont like ankles showing so sue me 😒)

(p.s.s.s i dont like those tacky socks that don’t match the suit underneath either)

Exhibit A:

Exhibit B:

(sorry wifi usually ur fits slay)

And lastly,

Exhibit C:

Again, sorry pezz i’m not a hater just super opinionated 🤓

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What is your opinion on the theory that void is related to kirby.

I know it's sort of an old theory, but I want to know your take/opinion on it.

Is it weird? I've found that as time goes on, I'm slightly less interested in the whole Void - Kirby connection mystery! Everyone already has their theories on it. I find I care more about Kirby and what he's doing than his origins or his species or where he came from.

I find myself hoping we never find out "where" Kirby came from, ya know? How is it supposed to change things, anyway? If we did have a single origin story for Kirby, that wouldn't answer MORE questions. That would just tell a number of people with differing theories, "Oops! We've decided to lock one of THE most flexible characters in gaming (1) down to a single identity. That means your concept of Kirby is now officially WRONG!" and my goodness, that sounds like the most un-Kirby statement I can think of!

(1) Gender, personal identity, physical form, language, even age! All these things are heavily debatable with Kirby! Anyone and everyone are supposed to be able to see themselves in Kirby. The more Kirby's existence is defined by his relationship to other characters, even Void and super popular ones like Meta Knight, the less we are able to be Kirby. (Unless you make your own custom puffball based on you, I suppose. But "having an OC" shouldn't be a necessary corollary to that statement either! You should always be able to be "Kirby.")

That tangent aside...

I did re-re-review the Void Termina pause screen lore, and when it talks about the 'countless numbers of Voids in the sky, twinkling like stars,' it is easy to imagine those as a species of Kirbys.

It's hard to be definite about it, because we have two depictions of Void post-game. One as Void as we know them. The glowing marble. The other being the fan theory that Void incarnated into Classic Kirby. Which, while a great theory, doesn't really make sense? It's not like Void goes back in time to Kirby's Dream Land...

:8-bit Green Greens starts playing: :Dess passionately ignores this:

...Okay, listen, you! Magolor being implied to have gone back in time to Kirby's Adventure for the sole purpose of watching King Deded throw bombs at Kirby so he can copy that idea for his theme park and then hop dimensions to one in which Meta Knight decides to not fail his initiative roll and single-handedly take down the HWC, facing a computer generated clone of Dark Matter just so that he can make a party favor is bad enough! Do you really want to induce a closed time-loop grandfather pardox into Kirby?!

So I tend to stick with the interpretation that post-Star Allies Void is just Void as we know them. In which case, it DOESN'T become a Kirby, it just takes after Kirby. Which is what Void does. Takes after people. Void is an emotionless mass of emotions that copies the traits of those who have the greatest influence on its awakening. It's possible the Dark Matter forms have more to do with the kind of stuff Hyness was messing around with. And didn't that one interview state that Void's similarities to Kirby are specifically a result of Kirby being there IN THAT MOMENT? Not that it was always a Kirby-like, but that Kirby arrived just in time to have a strong influence on it.

I mean, if we're going to compare Void to Kirby and say that those similarities are heavy indicators they are the same species, what about allllllllllll the other last bosses Void takes after?

It's true that Void's emulation abilities and Kirby's copy abilities do seem to pair up naturally. And they're both round. But...

Tbh, I don't know. But I am a little tired of it being treated as a given that "Kirby is Void but happy." Rather than Kirby being a member of those countless Voids in the sty, I like to think of Kirby as the progenitor of (post-game) Void and not the other way around! I think I like the idea that Kirby is the important one in this equation!

...Having said that, I will inevitably bring about The Curse (of Dess Always Being Proven Wrong About the Lore) and next game will come out proving that Kirby IS the same species as Void XD

--

Despite what I said above about the tired thing, I did recently look up the Pokemon Puffy Pink hack (You can find the link for it on the resulting Youtube video. Sorry, I'm in a rush or I'd get you all the link) and I thought the idea of "Void" evolving into "Kirby" when they had a maxed out happiness stat was, in fact, adorable!

Dess is not completely jaded!/lh

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Reimagining American classics to be about things they're not about

A mournful tale of a rusted-out tow truck abandoned at an Arkansas pig run, by J. D. Salinger

Wrecker in the Sty

VHS home videos of splashing around in the tub and making shampoo mohawks and santa beards with your siblings back when your were all little kids, by John Steinbeck

The Tapes of Bath

An exposé on the consequences of dropping the ball before you get to the end zone, by Upton Sinclair

The Fumble

Adventurous story about a jar full of tree nuts thst have been so carefully and lovingly shelled that the nuts themselves aren't broken or cracked in any way, by James F. Cooper

The Glass of the Whole Pecans

Jack Kerouac's riveting and poetic tale about extreme enthusiasts of American business-dramedy television series

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The TCM Classic Film Festival opens tonight! Our pick, SHADOW OF A DOUBT, discussion with actor John Hawkes (WINTER'S BONE, LIFE OF CRIME) beforehand.   7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Thursday, April 13, Chinese Multiplex House 1. SHADOW OF A DOUBT (1943): A young girl (Teresa Wright) fears her favorite uncle may be a killer, Joseph Cotten in the best performance of his career. “Do you know the world is a foul sty? Do you know, if you rip off the fronts of houses, you'd find swine? The world's a hell. What does it matter what happens in it?”  Dir. Alfred Hitchcock

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Kung Fu Hustlin’ with Postmodern Pastiche

What do you get when you mix highly stylized Western and Gangster genres with kung fu (and Looney Tunes) in a pastiche fueled movie mayhem? Kung Fu Hustle (2004), directed by Stephen Chow, is a madcap tale of a young, misguided, wanna-be villain who goes on a journey to become a kung fu master. This film pulls from so many various influences, yet somehow comes together as a coherent vision, with fantastic action set pieces that highlight creativity and humor in their fighting style and choreography. Playing a double role on the film set, Chow also stars as the movie’s protagonist - and the film features several retired Hong Kong action stars as kung fu masters living a quiet life in a poor town that jump back into action when their community is threatened by the famous Axe Gang. Filled with humor, action, and over the top visual antics, Kung Fu Hustle is peak postmodern cinema. 

In 1940s Shanghai, two petty crooks named Sing (Stephen Chow) and Bone aspire to join the ranks of the famous Axe Gang, led by the ruthless Brother Sum (Danny Chan Kwok-kwan). When Sing and Bone visit the residents of Pig Sty Alley, they unintentionally ignite a fight between the Axe Gang and the town's clandestine group of kung fu masters, but they are all bested by the slum’s Landlady (Yuen Qiu), who throws them all out of town. Sing is captured by the Axe Gang, but impresses them with his lockpicking abilities and is allowed to join the team. Furious at the residents of Pig Sty Alley, the gang returns to enact revenge, engaging the kung fu masters and the Landlady with her Landlord husband (Yuen Wah) in another stimulating (and musical) fight, but the Axe Gang is defeated once again. Sing is next asked to break a kung fu master assassin named Beast (Leung Siu-lung) out of a mental asylum so he can help the gang, and once free he immediately hunts down the Landlady and Landlord in a nearby casino. During the fight, Sing has a change of heart and attacks the Beast, who delivers him a crushing blow to the head. As the trio flees, the Beast turns on and kills Brother Sum. Sing’s injuries are magically healed and he has now blossomed into a true kung fu master; this is tested by the final epic battle between Sing and the Beast. Sing perfects the Buddhist Palm technique, which awes the Beast and he admits defeat. Sing retires to a simple life, with his childhood crush, opening a candy store. 

With a (fairly) straight-forward plot that tracks the rise of the chosen one trope, Kung Fu Hustle’s unique mark comes from its mix of styles and references to other media content - namely it leans in deep to a postmodern aesthetic with a continual dash of pastiche thrown in. Postmodernism as an art movement is defined as a reaction to the formal purity (among other aspects) of modernism; it embraces the blurring of distinction between high and lowbrow art, specifically through a lens of popular culture, and takes delight in the combination and fragmentation of various styles and genres. Postmodernism is also interested in subverting established genre conventions, incorporating new perspectives (for example, often marginalized voices such as women and people of color) and twisting expectations of narrative, characterization, and visual style. It is also known for the use of pastiche - a reference or homage to another artist’s work, which is then re-contextualized to create new meaning.

Kung Fu Hustle drips with postmodern and pastiche elements in almost every frame. For example, it is impossible to assign one genre to this movie, as it mixes conventions from Gangster, Western, Musicals, kung fu, and even elements of Saturday morning animated cartoon comedies. Just take the opening scene of the film, which combines multiple genres and a strong pastiche to a Michael Jackson music video. The film opens on a classic gangster scene, where a crime boss is being intimidated by the local cops, who arrested his wife for a misdemeanor. The 1940s setting, costumes, production design, and dialogue are all pulled from the classic Gangster genre, with the one exception of the crime boss wearing a western cowboy hat. They leave the police station, only to be confronted in the street by their rival the Axe Gang; the fight is very reminiscent of a final shootout confrontation in a Western, but the gangs are all dressed in suits and fedoras. Once Brother Sum takes down his rival, the film immediately jumps into a musical sequence, where the Axe Gang dance in the style of Michael Jackson’s Smooth Criminal video (which in itself is a homage to 1940s Gangster films). This dance sequence is interspersed with black and white photos of the various crime scenes and victims that Brother Sum and his Axe Gang have murdered.

Notably, the action in the street takes place in front of a cinema theater, as if the filmmakers are acknowledging their trick of pulling from many different cinematic elements to construct this opening sequence. All of these references occur within just the opening scene - and continue at this frenetic pace throughout the rest of the film.

One of the most prominent elements of this postmodern film is kung fu - evidenced by not only the film’s title, but also the martial arts action set pieces throughout the story. The film features several styles of fighting, including wire work in its more fantastical and creative sequences, bringing several Hong Kong action stars from the 1970s out of retirement to fight once again, and more grounded choreography featuring Chow as a true kung fu master. The film’s opening martial arts fight occurs in Pig Sty Alley, where three kung fu masters reveal themselves and their unique fighting styles / weapons of choice - specifically legs, rings, and staffs. The actors who portray these three fighters are a mix of martial artist stars from various decades of cinema. Coolie, the youngest master that uses his leg strength as a weapon, is played by Xing Yu - who began acting in the late nineties and is known for his authentic fighting style. The town’s Tailor, using iron rings from his shop to defend against the Axe Gang, is played by Chiu Chi-ling, who began his career in the 1970s and worked with top filmmakers like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan. The last kung fu master to join the fray is the Baker, who specializes in using staffs for hand to hand combat, and is played by Dong Zhihua, an actor who started work in the mid-80s. These three kung fu stars shine with their physical abilities, even the two in more advanced age - but their very physical style of kicking, punching, hitting is juxtaposed by the ridiculousness of the volume of Axe Gang members that surround and outnumber them. For example, the Baker’s staff, although wielded with skill and confidence, is somehow able to magically destroy machine guns, breaking them apart in mid-air simply from one strike of his wooden staff. After the dust clears (and there is voluminous CGI dust that is blown up), the Axe Gang limps away, defeated by three generations of kung fu masters. 

The second fight that occurs in Pig Sty Alley hurdles the physical nature of the first brawl and transforms into a metaphysical, lyrical, and creatively vicious duel. The battle begins with the surprising killing of the youngest kung fu master, signaling to the audience that this new villain is not to be trifled with; two men have set up a classical Chinese harp in the center of town, one whose outward strums generate an invisible flying sword that seeks out his victims with deadly accuracy. Wire work is incorporated into the fight, with the Baker doing his best to defend the Tailor from the storm of flying swords, but as the pace and volume of the music increases, he is ultimately beaten back. The battle takes an even more magical turn, as armored skeleton monsters emerge from the Harp, but here the Landlady reveals herself as a true kung fu master, using her powerful voice as an instrument of destruction. She commands the space, with her (cigarette-fueled) scream that vanquishes the dastardly skeletons. This is an incredibly creative fight sequence, taking a high concept idea and executing on screen with aplomb; the  heightened magical world the filmmakers constructed (and the audience has accepted) means that they can bend rules of gravity and the human body to come up with very unique sequences.

The postmodern theme extends to the musical soundtrack of the film, which is a blending of high culture and lowbrow pop art to produce a hodgepodge of styles in the sonic soundscape. Raymond Wong crafts the film’s original score, which was recorded by the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra, and it mixes alongside selections from both world classical (i.e. Sabre Dance by Aram Khachaturian) and Chinese traditional/folk music (Fisherman’s Song of the East China Sea). A peak example of pairing the high art of classical music with the low pop culture is the chase sequence; the Landlady has had enough of Sing’s shenanigans in her Pig Sty Alley town, so she proceeds to literally chase him out of town. Realizing his danger, Sing races away, his legs running so fast they become a comical circular blur, just like Wild E. Coyote chasing Roadrunner in the famous Looney Tunes cartoons. This ridiculous sequence is set to the Allegro Molto Vivace section from Zigeunerweisen, Op. 20, a classical piece written by Spanish composer Pablo de Sarasate in 1878. In postmodernism, all tiers of art are candidates to reference in creating a blended pastiche final product.

Stephen Chow, as the director, must navigate all of these tones, styles, and frenetic pacing that he is introducing into one film, a feat that he manages to pull off. Once the audience accepts the chaotic nature, we are along for the ride. A more difficult turn he navigates is for his character’s change of heart in the penultimate battle in the casino, where he decides to leave the Axe Gang and help the Landlady and Landlord of Pig Sty Alley; he is brutally beaten by the Beast for his efforts, but they all manage to escape and heal from their wounds. The Landlady surmises that the beating reset his qi’s flow, unleashing the boy’s true potential as a kung fu master - which comes to pass in the final battle where he performs the Buddhist Palm technique to bring the Beast into submission. Chow certainly inhabits both the petty criminal and the kung fu master sides of Sing convincingly, but the motivations behind his turn is less clear in both screenwriting and performance. Regardless, Chow’s talent shines on screen and his martial arts abilities are decent as well! 

Overall, Kung Fu Hustle is an ambitious postmodern take on a kung fu film that blends high art homages with popular culture references. It shows equal reverence to martial arts film history as to Looney Tunes cartoons, blending a cacophony of styles into a really fun romp with incredibly creative action set pieces. The music is a standout element of the film, mixing a modern score with classical and traditional pieces, crafting a varied soundscape that elevates the visuals, especially the fight choreography. Stephen Chow’s achievement is an example of postmodern cinema at its best - using pastiche to craft a new endeavor that rises above simply referencing the past - but hustling towards a new creative vision.

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What is the best weapon to use in CSGO Dust 2

CSGO Dust 2 is one of the most popular and iconic maps in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. If you’ve ever wanted to play a competitive game of CSGO, chances are it was on Dust 2. But what kind of weapon should you be using on this iconic map? This article will explore the best weapons for Dust 2 and explain why they work so well in this context. So if you’re looking to maximize your performance on this classic map, read on for some insight into which weapons you should be using!

The Different Weapons in CSGO

There are a variety of weapons available in CSGO Dust, each with its own unique advantages and disadvantages. In this section, we will take a look at the different types of weapons available in the game and what makes them stand out. The first type of weapon is the assault rifle. Assault rifles are the most common type of weapon in the game and are typically used at medium to long range. They are accurate and have a high rate of fire, making them deadly in the hands of a skilled player. However, they are also expensive and can be difficult to control if you are not used to them. The second type of weapon is the submachine gun. Submachine guns are smaller and lighter than assault rifles, making them easier to control. They also have a higher rate of fire, making them more effective at close range. However, they are less accurate than assault rifles and can be difficult to use if you are not used to them. The third type of weapon is the sniper rifle. Sniper rifles are designed for long-range combat and excel at taking down enemies from afar. They are very accurate but slow to fire, making them vulnerable if you are not careful. Additionally, they are very expensive and can only be used by experienced players. The fourth and final type of weapon is the shotgun. Shotguns fire a large number of pellets at once, making them devastating at close range but inaccurate at long range. They also tend to be quite bulky

The Best Weapon for Dust 2

The answer to this question may vary depending on who you ask but we think the best weapon to use on Dust 2 is the AK-47. The AK-47 is a great all around gun that can be used in most situations. It has a high damage output and is very accurate even at long range. It also has a good rate of fire which makes it great for spraying down enemies. The only downside to the AK-47 is that it can be expensive, but it is definitely worth the investment.

How to Use the Best Weapon in Dust 2

In order to use the best weapon in Dust 2, you will need to have a good understanding of the map and its features. Once you know where all the key locations are, you can start to think about which weapon would be best for each situation. The AK-47 is often considered the best overall weapon in Dust 2 due to its high damage and good accuracy. It is particularly effective on the long sightlines on the map, making it a great choice for mid-range combat. If you are planning on engaging enemies at close range, however, you may want to consider using a different weapon. The M4A4 is another popular choice for Dust 2 due to its high firepower and good accuracy. It is a better option than the AK-47 at close range, but it does not have the same long-range potential. The M4A1-S is a variant of the M4A4 that has a silencer attached, which can be useful for hiding your position when engaging enemies at long range. The AWP is the most powerful sniper rifle in the game and it is very effective on Dust 2 thanks to its large number of long sightlines. If you are planning on playing as a sniper on Dust 2, then this is definitely the weapon for you. Just be aware that you will be an easy target if someone sees you first, so make sure to stay hidden when possible.

Conclusion

As we have seen, there are a variety of weapons that can be used on the Dust 2 map in CSGO. There is no single “best” weapon – it all depends on personal preference and playstyle. Each weapon has its own strengths and weaknesses, so choosing the right one for your style and situation will go a long way towards improving your game and giving you an edge over your opponents. So before jumping into a round, it pays to figure out which gun is best-suited for you!

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Men's Porsche Hawaiian Shirt – Unique Automotive Fashion

The classic Hawaiian shirt, synonymous with relaxation and summer style, gets a thrilling upgrade with the introduction of automotive-themed designs.Specifically, Porsche Hawaiian shirts offer a unique blend of laid-back island vibes and high-performance automotive heritage, creating a fashion statement that’s both bold and sophisticated.

Why Choose a Porsche Hawaiian Shirt?

These shirts aren't just about wearing a car logo; they represent a convergence of several appealing elements:

Unique Style: Stand out from the crowd with a shirt that blends unexpected elements.The combination of a relaxed Hawaiian shirt silhouette with the iconic Porsche branding creates a distinctive look.

High-Quality Materials:Many Porsche Hawaiian shirts are crafted from high-quality fabrics, ensuring comfort and durability.Look for options made from breathable materials like rayon or cotton blends for optimal comfort in warmer climates.

Showcasing Passion:For Porsche enthusiasts, these shirts are a subtle yet effective way to express their love for the brand. It's a conversation starter that allows you to connect with fellow aficionados.

Versatile Wearability:These shirts are surprisingly versatile.Pair them with shorts and sandals for a casual beach day, or dress them up slightly with chinos and loafers for a more refined look.

A Wide Range of Designs: From classic 911 silhouettes to detailed renderings of specific models, a diverse range of designs caters to various tastes and preferences.Consider options featuring:

Iconic Porsche logos

Detailed car illustrations

Vintage Porsche models

Racing-inspired designs

Finding the Perfect Porsche Hawaiian Shirt

Choosing the right shirt depends on personal style and preference. Here are some factors to consider:

Color Palette:Traditional Hawaiian shirt colors like vibrant blues, greens, reds, and yellows are common.However, more subdued color palettes also exist for a more refined aesthetic.

Pattern Density: Some shirts feature large, bold Porsche imagery, while others incorporate smaller, more subtle details within a larger tropical pattern.

Fit and Size: Hawaiian shirts are typically available in a range of sizes and fits, from slim to relaxed. Consider your body type and preferred level of comfort when selecting a size.

Fabric:Pay attention to the fabric composition.Rayon and cotton blends are popular choices for their breathability and comfort.

Authenticity:While many brands offer Porsche-inspired designs, some are products.If authenticity is important, look for official branding and licensing information.

Styling Your Porsche Hawaiian Shirt

The versatility of a Porsche Hawaiian shirt makes it an excellent addition to any summer wardrobe. Here are some style suggestions:

Casual Beach Look: Pair the shirt with swim trunks, flip-flops, and sunglasses for a relaxed beach day.

Smart Casual:Combine the shirt with light-colored chinos or linen pants and boat shoes for a more polished casual look.

Elevated Casual:Try pairing it with dark denim jeans, white sneakers, and a leather jacket for a slightly edgier style.

Accessorize:Enhance the look with accessories like a stylish watch, sunglasses, or a woven belt.

Beyond the Shirt: Expanding Your Porsche Style

The Porsche Hawaiian shirt is just the beginning.Consider expanding your automotive-inspired wardrobe with other items such as:

Porsche-branded apparel:Explore other clothing items like polos, t-shirts, or even jackets featuring Porsche designs.

Automotive-themed accessories:Add Porsche-themed accessories like keychains, hats, or cufflinks.

Porsche-inspired home decor:Extend the theme to your home with Porsche-themed artwork, posters, or other decorative items.

The Perfect Blend of Style and Passion

A Porsche Hawaiian shirt is more than just a garment; it's a statement piece reflecting an appreciation for both automotive design and island style.Its unique combination of elements allows for versatile styling opportunities, making it a worthwhile addition to any man's summer wardrobe. The careful selection of fabric, design, and fit ensures both comfort and style, reflecting the quality and sophistication associated with the Porsche brand itself.

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Delicious Wedding Catering Menus in Fort Worth, TX: How to Choose

When planning your dream wedding, one of the most important decisions you'll make is what to serve your guests. Delicious food can make your big day even more memorable, and in Fort Worth, TX, there’s no shortage of talented caterers who can create the perfect wedding menu. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, you'll want to offer a variety of dishes that satisfy every guest. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the best wedding catering menus in Fort Worth and give you tips on how to choose the right one for your wedding.

Why Wedding Catering is So Important

Food is often one of the most memorable aspects of any event, and weddings are no exception. Guests will appreciate the effort you put into selecting the right menu, and great food will set the tone for your celebration. Whether it's an elegant plated dinner, a fun buffet, or a casual food station, the catering at your wedding should reflect your personal style and the overall theme of your event.

In Fort Worth, wedding catering options are diverse, allowing couples to select everything from classic Southern comfort foods to trendy gourmet options. By choosing the right caterer and menu, you can ensure that your guests are well-fed and that the food is one of the highlights of the day.

Types of Wedding Catering Menus in Fort Worth, TX

Wedding catering menus in Fort Worth can vary widely based on the style and vibe of your wedding. Here are some of the most popular options you’ll find:

1. Plated Dinners

Plated dinners are a formal and traditional option for weddings. With this type of catering, guests are served a multi-course meal at their tables. Plated dinners are great for creating a sophisticated atmosphere and offer a more structured dining experience. Common choices for plated wedding dinners in Fort Worth include:

Appetizers: Mini bruschettas, shrimp cocktails, or bite-sized Caprese salads

Entrées: Chicken Marsala, beef tenderloin, grilled salmon, or vegetarian lasagna

Sides: Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, and fresh salads

Desserts: Wedding cake, chocolate mousse, or a dessert bar with cookies and cupcakes

The key to a successful plated dinner is offering a menu with a variety of options, including vegetarian and gluten-free choices. This ensures that all of your guests will find something they enjoy.

2. Buffet-Style Catering

Buffet-style catering is a more relaxed and interactive dining option. It allows guests to choose from a wide selection of dishes and helps create a casual, social atmosphere. If you’re planning a wedding with a more laid-back vibe, buffet-style catering might be the right choice for you.

Typical buffet-style menus in Fort Worth include a mix of hot and cold dishes, such as:

Salads: Caesar salad, mixed greens with vinaigrette, or pasta salads

Main Dishes: Barbecue ribs, roasted chicken, pulled pork, or a taco bar

Sides: Mac and cheese, corn on the cob, baked beans, and mashed potatoes

Desserts: A wedding cake, pies, or cupcakes

Buffet catering is a great option for weddings with a large guest list. It allows guests to eat at their own pace and gives them more control over what they eat. It’s also a great way to offer a wide range of options without breaking the bank.

3. Family-Style Catering

Family-style catering is a wonderful middle ground between plated and buffet dining. Large platters of food are brought to each table, and guests serve themselves. This style encourages a sense of togetherness and creates a more intimate dining experience, as guests share dishes and pass food around the table.

Some popular family-style menu options in Fort Worth include:

Salads: Mixed greens, spinach, and beet salads served in large bowls

Main Dishes: Roasted chicken, beef tenderloin, grilled shrimp, or vegetable stir-fry

Sides: Mashed potatoes, roasted root vegetables, and garlic bread

Desserts: A selection of cakes, tarts, and seasonal fruit

Family-style catering is a great option for couples looking for a warm, inviting atmosphere while still offering guests a variety of delicious dishes.

How to Choose the Right Wedding Catering Menu

With so many catering options in Fort Worth, it can be difficult to choose the right one for your wedding. Here are some tips to help you make the best decision:

Consider Your Wedding Theme: The menu should reflect the overall theme and vibe of your wedding. A rustic barn wedding might lend itself to comfort foods like BBQ, while a formal ballroom wedding could be better suited for plated fine dining.

Think About Your Guests: Be mindful of your guests’ dietary needs. Offer vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options to accommodate everyone. Also, consider the age range and food preferences of your guests.

Set Your Budget: Wedding Catering in Fort Worth can be a big expense, so it’s important to set a budget in advance. Buffets and food stations can often be more affordable than plated dinners, so keep that in mind when choosing your menu.

Taste Test: Many caterers in Fort Worth offer tasting sessions. Take advantage of this to sample different menu options and find the dishes that best match your vision.

Final Thoughts

Choosing the right wedding catering menu is one of the most important parts of planning your big day. Fort Worth offers a wide range of catering options, from plated dinners to casual food stations, ensuring that you can find something to suit your style and budget. By working with a local caterer and considering your guests’ preferences, you can create a delicious and unforgettable dining experience for your wedding.

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Cute Nail Designs to Melt Your Heart

Nail art is an incredible way to express creativity, style, and personality, all while enhancing your overall look.

Whether you're a nail art pro or just beginning, there’s a cute design out there to melt anyone’s heart. From playful pastels to chic minimalist patterns, here’s a guide to the cutest nail designs that are sure to bring a smile to your face.

1. Pastel Perfection

Pastels are soft, sweet, and timeless. These colors give off a serene and calming vibe, making them ideal for an understated yet chic nail design. Think baby pink, lavender, mint green, and soft peach, paired together in gradients, or even mixed with small, subtle decals like hearts, flowers, or stars. Pastel nails are perfect for a romantic and delicate look that works for every season.

Pro Tip: For an extra special touch, try incorporating a few glitter accents on the tips or as a French tip design. It adds just the right amount of sparkle without overwhelming the soft tones.

2. Floral Fantasy

Nothing says "cute" like a garden of tiny flowers scattered across your nails. Floral designs can be as simple or elaborate as you like. Delicate daisies, vibrant sunflowers, or even tiny roses are all great options. If you're not ready for a full floral manicure, try a minimalistic flower design on one or two accent nails, leaving the rest in a solid color or light gradient.

Pro Tip: For an elevated look, add tiny gems or rhinestones at the center of the flowers to give them some shine and dimension.

3. Sweet Hearts

Love is always in the air with heart-shaped designs. Whether you're prepping for Valentine’s Day or simply in the mood for something extra cute, heart nail art is a classic go-to. From bold red hearts to tiny, dainty white hearts, this design can range from super playful to sophisticated. You can even get creative by painting hearts on just a few nails or adding a negative space heart for a modern twist.

Pro Tip: Use a fine nail art brush or a dotting tool to create perfect heart shapes on your nails.

4. Kawaii Characters

Kawaii (meaning "cute" in Japanese) characters are a fun and whimsical way to add some personality to your nails. From smiling pandas to adorable kittens, cartoon faces are guaranteed to melt hearts. These designs often feature big eyes, exaggerated expressions, and soft colors, making them a great way to showcase your playful side.

Pro Tip: If you’re going for a more subtle look, try just one kawaii character on an accent nail with the rest of your nails in a simple color to balance things out.

5. Candy-Coated Nails

If you have a sweet tooth, why not let your nails reflect your love for candy? Bright pastel hues resembling candy wrappers or the vibrant colors of lollipops are a super cute way to rock your nails. You can mix and match these colors in stripes, dots, or even little candy illustrations.

Pro Tip: Add a glossy top coat to create that shiny, sweet candy finish that will make your nails look almost edible!

6. Minimalist Love

Sometimes, the cutest nail designs are the simplest ones. If you love a subtle and sophisticated style, minimalist nail art may be your perfect match. Try delicate lines, negative space designs, or even tiny hearts, moons, or stars near the cuticles. These designs are perfect for a refined look with just the right touch of cuteness.

Pro Tip: Stick with neutral or soft shades like beige, nude, or pale pink for a more understated yet still adorable look.

7. Rainbow Brights

If you're looking to add a pop of color, rainbow nails are sure to melt your heart! These vibrant designs are fun, lively, and completely customizable. From rainbow stripes to multi-colored dots, you can play around with every shade of the rainbow and create a cheerful design that brings happiness to every glance.

Pro Tip: Use a matte top coat over your rainbow design for a modern finish, or opt for a shiny top coat to make those colors truly pop.

8. Cute Animal Prints

Animal prints are not only stylish but also incredibly cute when done right. Think of tiny paw prints, leopard spots, or even mini animals like bunnies, cats, or bears. Whether you're going for a full animal print or a subtle accent, these playful designs are guaranteed to get attention.

Pro Tip: Keep your color palette soft with beige, pink, or mint to ensure the design stays cute and not too overpowering.

9. Glitter & Sparkle

For those who love all things shiny and sparkly, glitter nails are a must-try! From subtle glitter ombré to full-on glitter nails, the possibilities are endless. You can use fine glitter for a soft shimmer or chunky glitter for a more dramatic effect. Adding glitter to your nail design brings out a whimsical, fun element that’s perfect for any special occasion or simply for a dose of happiness.

Pro Tip: For a fun twist, apply glitter on just the tips or around the cuticle for a trendy “cut-out” effect.

10. Polka Dots & Stripes

Polka dots and stripes are the epitome of cute, making them a great go-to for beginners and nail art enthusiasts alike. These patterns can be done in any color combination, from soft pastels to bold primaries. Play around with dot sizes or create different thicknesses of stripes to personalize your design.

Pro Tip: Mix polka dots on one nail with stripes on another for a playful mismatch, or keep the pattern uniform for a cleaner look.

Conclusion

Cute nail designs are all about creativity, fun, and a dash of sweetness. Whether you prefer subtle pastel shades or bold, playful patterns, there’s a design for every mood and occasion. So, the next time you’re in need of a little self-care, treat yourself to a cute nail art session. With these heart-melting ideas, your nails will be as adorable as your personality!

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The Ultimate Stylish Waxed Jacket Guide for Bikers

Stylish waxed jackets are more than just fashion statements—they're essential for any serious biker. Whether navigating open roads or cityscapes, a well-fitted biker jacket enhances both your look and safety. This guide will help you choose the ideal stylish waxed jacket that aligns with your unique preferences and personality.

Stylish waxed jackets are timeless symbols of individuality. Its rugged charm and versatile nature have made them a staple in fashion industry and generations. Are you considering adding a stylish yet safe biker jacket to your wardrobe?  When investing in a biker jacket, it's crucial to ensure it's well-made and fits properly. But do the same fitting rules apply to waxed cotton jackets as they do to other types of jackets or outerwear?

Identify your style:

Before exploring the variety of biker jackets, it's important to identify your style. Do you lean towards classic leather designs, or are you more inclined to modern interpretations? Knowing your aesthetic preferences will help you narrow down your choices and ensure you pick a jacket that matches your style. If you commute on your motorcycle, a stylish waxed jacket will probably be the right choice for you.

Understanding biker jacket styles:

Before diving into the fit, it's essential to familiarize yourself with different biker jacket styles. Stylish waxed jackets come in various designs, such as the traditional double rider jacket, the racer jacket, and the café racer jacket. Each style has distinct features and origins, so exploring these options will help you find a style that resonates with you.

How should a leather jacket fit?

Waxed cotton might stretch over time! But that doesn’t mean you want a jacket that’s too small! So you want to start with a waxed cotton jacket that is standard in size.  The right fit is crucial for comfort and style. It’s also important to allow room for layers under your waxed jacket. Here are a few specific tips for finding a waxed jacket that fits just right:

Shoulders: unlike suit coats, waxed jackets can extend a few inches down your arm. The jacket could be too small if the shoulder seam sits above your shoulder.

Chest: waxed cotton jackets should fit more comfortably in the chest compared to regular overcoats. Consider the inner wear and ensure you can comfortably zip or button the jacket!

Hem length: the bottom of your waxed cotton jacket should not fall below your belt or the top of your thigh. This is typically shorter than other overcoats!  Remember that waxed cotton jacket that hangs well below the belt is too large.

Sleeve length: the sleeves of a waxed cotton jacket should end at your wrist. Sleeves that extend past your wrist make it look like you're wearing it by borrowing from someone larger.

Check the material:

Choosing waxed cotton surely suits your lifestyle. It can be perfect when it comes to maintenance and aesthetic tastes. They are tear-resistant and very durable and they age stunningly with aesthetically pleasing creases and colour permutations. They are perfect for outdoor clothing and gear, such as bikers jackets. One of the big draws for waxed cotton is that it is a product for life.  If you take care of your waxed cotton garments properly, they will last for years and years. They’re made to timeless styles that never go out of style.

Color palette:

The waxed cotton biker jackets usually come in timeless colours like black and brown. Black jackets exude edginess and versatility, while brown jackets offer a more casual and rugged vibe. Select a colour that accompanies your wardrobe and personal style.

Hardware and detailing:

Consider the hardware details such as zippers, snaps, and buckles. Silver hardware adds a modern edge, while brass hardware gives a vintage touch. The level of detailing can also influence the jacket's overall look, so think about how much embellishment you prefer.

When it comes to selecting your biker jacket, opt for a stylish waxed jacket that embodies your spirit. Speedwear's collection features premium options designed for durability and style. Browse our selection today and find the stylish waxed jackets that perfectly suits your biking lifestyle!

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Elevate Your Space with an Eames Lounge Chair Replica

The Appeal of the Eames Lounge Chair

The original Eames Lounge Chair, designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1956, is a symbol of luxury and sophistication. Its distinctive design, featuring molded plywood, high-quality leather upholstery, and a sleek aluminum base, has made it a favorite among design enthusiasts and collectors alike. The chair is known for offering both exceptional comfort and stunning visual appeal.

While an original Eames Lounge Chair represents an investment in high-end furniture, not everyone can afford to purchase one. This is where an Eames Lounge Chair Replica comes in. Replicas offer the same iconic design and style as the original, but at a fraction of the cost, making it accessible to more people who want to add a touch of elegance to their home or office.

Why Choose an Eames Lounge Chair Replica?

One of the key reasons to consider a replica is affordability. An Eames Lounge Chair Replica delivers the same timeless design and luxurious comfort without the hefty price tag. For individuals who admire the craftsmanship and visual impact of the original, opting for a replica is a smart way to incorporate this style into your living space without breaking the bank.

In addition to the cost savings, replicas are made with the same attention to detail as the original. Manufacturers of quality replicas focus on replicating the design’s proportions, materials, and comfort to ensure the chair looks and feels as close to the original as possible. A high-quality Replica Eames Chair for Sale can offer all the benefits of the original, including ergonomic support, plush cushions, and the classic combination of wood and leather, ensuring you don’t compromise on quality.

How to Find the Perfect Replica Eames Chair for Sale

When searching for the ideal Replica Eames Chair for Sale, it's essential to consider a few factors to ensure you get the best value for your money. The materials used in constructing the chair are crucial. High-quality replicas use premium leather or PU leather, and the wood should be sturdy and well-finished to mimic the luxurious feel of the original.

The frame and base of the chair are also important. Look for replicas with a strong aluminum base and a well-built structure that can support weight comfortably. The chair should recline smoothly and have plush, comfortable cushions that mimic the soft, enveloping experience the original offers.

Additionally, pay attention to customer reviews when shopping for a Replica Eames Chair for Sale. Reviews from previous buyers can give you insight into the chair’s comfort, durability, and how closely it resembles the original. Reliable sellers will offer a product that adheres to the design principles of the original chair, offering you an affordable yet elegant option.

Styling Your Space with an Eames Lounge Chair Replica

One of the greatest advantages of the Eames Lounge Chair Replica is its versatility in different interior design styles. Its clean lines, organic curves, and combination of wood and leather make it an excellent addition to modern, minimalist, or contemporary spaces. You can place the chair in a living room corner, pair it with a matching ottoman for added relaxation, or use it in a home office to create a sophisticated and functional workspace.

In living rooms, the replica serves as a statement piece that can transform the entire ambiance of the room. The blend of classic and modern design makes the chair a timeless addition that can easily be incorporated into any decor. In a home office, theReplica Eames Chair for Sale adds both comfort and elegance, creating a productive yet stylish environment.

The chair's neutral color palette—often featuring black, white, or brown leather and wood tones—makes it easy to coordinate with existing furniture. Whether your decor leans toward industrial chic, rustic, or modern minimalist, anEames Lounge Chair Replica can complement a wide range of styles without overwhelming the room.

Maintenance and Longevity of a Replica Eames Lounge Chair

Just like the original, an Eames Lounge Chair Replica requires minimal maintenance to keep it looking new. Leather should be cleaned regularly to remove dust and conditioned occasionally to maintain its softness and luster. Wood parts can be wiped with a soft, damp cloth to remove any debris and preserve the wood’s natural sheen.

With proper care, your replica can last for years, offering the same level of comfort and elegance as the original. Whether you use the chair for reading, relaxing, or simply adding visual interest to a room, its sturdy construction ensures it remains a staple in your home for the long term.