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[monstersholygrail]

Could I ask more of Vampjre BF x fem!reader. Pleaseee

Of course!! I’ve been wanting to write more vamps. I can’t wait for Halloween!! This is best friends to bf, hope that’s okay!

When you had suggested getting buzzed with your vampire best friend after he told you he got laid off from his job at The Red Cross it was totally innocent! Did it turn you on whenever he drank from you? Yes. Did you enjoy his blood over sampling over vampires? Yes. But you had no ulterior motive whatsoever.

If something was finally gonna happen between you two then it would! Lower inhibitions or not.

But while you quickly get buzzed off of his blood, he’s taken the same amount and seems completely fine. It has you going from giggling one minute to pouting at the next. You lean in closer to him and his eyes gleam dangerously.

“How are you not affected by my blood?”

Your vampire friend laughs, his raspy voice turning you on even more. He looks up and down your plump form, a claw coming out to trail along the column of your throat.

“I am more affected than you know, precious. But it takes a fresher blood to get a vampire drunk than a human.”

His finger on your neck sends a shiver down your spine yet you manage to hold in your moan. You know what he means yet you still ask anyway.

“What could be fresher than the wrist?”

“The closer it is to the heartbeat the stronger it is,” he purrs, eyes half-lidded and already leaning in.

It takes nothing more for you to bare your neck to him. Wanting his fangs back into you. His eyes flash at your submission and he pounces on you. Taking you down onto the sofa and sliding between your thick thighs. You gasp as his fangs sink into your flesh.

A warm buzzing heat courses through your body. He releases you a moment later with a content sigh and blood on his lips. He grins down at you and your hips twitch in response. Your need rising.

“While you taste as marvelous as always, my love, that’s not the heartbeat I mean,” he rasps before his hand reaches down and cups your pulsing cunt.

You two stare into each other’s eyes for a long moment, your breath shaky, before you can no longer take it. “Please,” you beg.

His hands are all over you like he’s been waiting an eternity to finally have you in his embrace. Your clothes are off but his fangs quickly cover you full of his sharp bites, making a path down your body and to your drenched core.

“I’ve waited so long to take you as mine. And you are mine, aren’t you, beautiful?” He asks as he grabs handfuls of your plush thighs and spreads you further.

Before you can even answer his mouth on you, lapping up your fat cunt like he’s been lost in the dessert and only now found water. You cry out, writhing on his tongue as pleasure bursts through you.

“Y-yes, yes, god yes!” You shout, hands weaving into his hair so you can grind against his face.

Your vampire best friend turned… possible boyfriend growls, eagerly encouraging being suffocated by your warm pussy. If he could be suffocated that is.

He ravages you without mercy. His tongue swiping along your slit and igniting your every nerve before dipping into your fluttering core and tasting you directly from the source. He can’t seem to stop, not even as you squirm and shake. He merely holds onto you tighter, keeping your delicious body firmly against his face. Growing more and more drunk off your sweet taste.

The minute he starts sucking on your clit as though he’s trying to suck you dry, you explode all over his face, soaking it with your release. He immediately sinks his fangs into you and you scream, your orgasm doubling over tenfold and your vision flashing white.

You’re panting heavily as your release moves through you and you blink rapidly to try and regain your sight and come down from such a high. Your vampire bf starts to move up your body and you look down at him, noticing a wet spot staining the couch. Your pussy clenches around nothing as you realize he’d cum just from your taste.

He nuzzles into your neck but instead of trying to sneak another taste, he simply soaks up your warmth. While you use his cold skin to help you cool down. The two of you balancing each other out as you always have. Now doing so no longer as friends but as lovers. Both of you ending up getting exactly what you wanted out of this little hangout.

[minjoongism]

so ateez released some multi-use fragrance oils exclusively to japan recently, each one customised for each individual member. although i can't get my hands on them just yet, i do have access to their scent profiles, so for anyone else who's desperately curious about what they might smell like, i've attempted to describe them all below!

fragrance terms for reference:

top notes: the initial scents smelled on application - usually the lightest/sharpest scents used (e.g. citrus or super powdery/light floral scents);

middle notes: the scents that appear once the top notes have faded - generally considered the central core or heart of a fragrance. they're usually fuller/smoother than top notes (e.g. cinnamon/spices or fuller floral scents like jasmine);

base notes: the scents that form the foundational structure of a fragrance, underpinning the top and middle notes and generally being the most long-lived scents that linger after application (usually woody scents, or musks);

accords: blends of notes that form the character profile of a perfume (e.g. woody or floral). they're the text in coloured bubbles in the images below the cut.

some general impressions:

yeosang & wooyoung seem to have the most overtly masculine-smelling oils.

seonghwa & san seem to have the most traditionally feminine-smelling oils.

hongjoong, yunho, mingi, and jongho all seem to have relatively gender-neutral scents. yunho's might lean the most masculine of the four, but all four are fairly ubiquitously pleasing.

all of them are Very Fitting imo!! whoever put these scent profiles together did a really good job of capturing the essence of each of the guys.

individual oils are under the cut because there are 8 of them:

hongjoong:

hongjoong's oil's scent profile sounds to me like it'd smell like the air after warm spring rain, a fresh forest, and home. the top notes mix orange-citrus with herby scents to create a fresh initial scent. i don't know if this is the case for everyone, but for me, if mint is a top note, it immediately becomes the most dominant scent in the whole thing (with a few small exceptions).

hongjoong's whole scent is pretty light! i mention a lot of headiness in a lot of the others, but for the most part, hongjoong lacks it. jasmine, magnolia, and amber provide the brunt of any robustness in this oil, but white musk is a cleaner, lighter alternative to musk, lacking that deep, animalic base and instead being something softer and more powdery. olibanum is somewhat lemony, while still being green and herby in scent, with a touch of pepperiness and woodiness that blends nicely into the sandalwood, which has a light, green initial top note that then melts into something creamy, rich, and deep-woody.

tl;dr - largely minty/herby, with a citrusy undertone that melts into a nice, rich woodiness towards the end. comforting is definitely right here - it's relaxing, not particularly overpowering or overly intoxicating like some of the other oils :)

seonghwa:

as i said to @starseongs a few days ago, this scent profile gives sensual, in control femininity, which i absolutely LOVE for him, but it isn't delicate by any means - it's got the strength of a more masculine scent, with plenty of animalic notes from the top all the way to the base that are offset by sharper, fresher notes to prevent it from becoming too cloying.

orange blossom in the top note is already overwhelmingly complex - it's sweet, and heady, and a touch soapy at times. it's not too far apart from the scent of jasmine, if that's more familiar, to get an idea of the sort of animalic, almost musky sweetness of orange blossom. a cassis top note is also super interesting - it's shades of musk (again) and tonka, which is sort of a blend of vanilla and nutty almond, but mossier and less intense. lily is also pretty solid, but waxy and spicy, a little soapy like orange blossom with a hint of honey. it's very common in feminine scents, often a mid or incredibly strong top note.

in the mid notes, rose and blackberry add delicacy and bite respectively, offsetting the incredibly powerful, heady top notes. peony complements rose well, commonly featuring alongside it in perfumes. and the musk-amber-cedarwood base note combo... amber and musk is classic dark sensuality.

if i had to guess, the orange blossom-cassis-blackberry-rose combo probably makes this a pretty fruity, pink-red scent with a heady undertone provided by the powerful base notes (aka delicious <3)

yunho:

like i said in hongjoong's, if mint is a top note, it immediately becomes the most dominant scent in the whole thing - with a few exceptions. eucalyptus is one of those exceptions, and so is mandarin. eucalyptus has a herby, waxy, lemony sort of smell to it to me, and this, combined with the mandarin orange, contributes a very citrusy top note. mandarin orange is usually particularly potent, so i wouldn't be surprised if this was very heavily orangey at first smell.

ylang-ylang is another heady, sweet, almost custard-like, honeyed smell that pairs well with the lemony green of geranium, which in turn has a floral aside that blends nicely with lavender. rosemary is a note that tends to add depth to perfumes and scented oils due to its woody spiciness, cleaning up the syrup of ylang-ylang and reinforcing the tangy top notes.

anise is warm, smoky-sweet, and a touch liquorice-y. it pairs well with musk, which is another warm, very earthy, heavily animalic scent - masculine and strong, providing a strong and lingering foundation.

overall, this scent profile is veeeeery clean. professional. it has a light, herby, citrusy brightness that hides a spicy animal musk, fresh bite that gives way to a warm and heady animalism.

yeosang:

interestingly, other than wooyoung's, yeosang's is the most overtly masculine scent. thyme, cardamom, oakmoss, vetiver - these are all very masculine notes.

thyme, pink pepper, and cardamom create a warm, spicy, almost leathery (thanks to the thyme) top note. cypress pairs well with these, offering a freshness and elegance that complements the spiciness well.

the lavender and geranium middle notes complement one another well - they're typically associated with calm and soothing, but with a kick provided by the geranium, which is a blend of herb, citrus, and fruity floral. a lot of people see it as similar to rose in terms of scent, but with an extra lemony, herby twist that balances it out and masculinises it in comparison.

oakmoss is... well it's mossy. it's an earthy scent that carries notes of musk and amber, and acts well to both prolong and fix scents and also balance out spicier, sharper notes, lending itself to sophistication and refinement. this blends well with the lemony-green olibanum.

vetiver is another earthy, woody scent that is very popular in masculine perfumes / colognes and very associated with masculinity in scent, though it can show up in unisex scents to provide an extra robustness. the undertones of leather and smoke in vetiver are what separates it from other common woody/earthy scents and what also makes it go well with cedarwood, which has a hint of natural smokiness. think bikers and a hint of cigarettes for vetiver.

tl;dr: HEAVILY masculine, musky smell for yeosang, with touches of wood, spice, and smoke that give it an extra warmth and bite, and a greenness from the oakmoss that refines it and adds sophistication and freshness.

san:

the only vanilla accord!! very similar to seonghwa's in terms of accords, but swapping amber for vanilla sweetens and softens the overall profile.

SUPER fruity scent. pear, peach, and ambrette seed in the top notes all have super fruity scents, with ambrette seed also containing notes of pear in it. the top note profile is full and sweet, with an extra apricot-y woodiness from the ambrette seed. very yummy. rose and jasmine in the middle notes add to the sweetness further, with rose providing the same floral delicacy as in seonghwa's and jasmine adding a sort of heady sweetness similar to the orange blossom also in seonghwa's. cedarwood deepens the woodiness first scented in the ambrette seed, adding a warmth and a spice to deepen the profile.

cashmere wood is getting its own bullet point because :( it's one of my favourite notes in perfumes / scented oils. one of my favourite cashmere wood descriptions is one i saw a while ago that said it smells like warm, bronze, sunkissed skin in summer :( if that doesn't make you think of san i don't know what will!! it's often got touches of vanilla in it, which blends nicely into the vanilla and cacao in the base notes.

musk and amber provides much-needed solid sensuality to an otherwise incredibly sweet, fresh, fruit-heavy scent. overall, this is probably one of the strongest scents - romantic, fun, flirty, pink, sunny, and very lovely. sannie :( <3

mingi:

mingi's is pretty interesting. everyone else has either musk or a wood in their base notes, but mingi has neither. this scent overall is herby, a touch floral, a little lemony - warm in a green way, bright and fresh.

bergamot offers a scent of sweet orange with a touch of warm spice. cardamom will reinforce the warmth and spice, and complement the citrusy bergamot by balancing the sweet with a bit of extra zest… it lends itself to a hint of inviting intoxication. this one will smell suuuuuper nice imo. the clary sage might be the most solid animalistic scent in this profile, and even that’s offset by the sleepy sweet powder scent of lavender.

the geranium - as mentioned above in yeosang's, it's a blend of herb, citrus, and fruity floral - and powdery, light, clean white musk contribute to the airiness of this oil.

looking at the others’ oils, 5/8 of them have musk (not white musk (which hongjoong and mingi have), musk) as one of their base notes, and 7/8 of them have either musk or a wood in their base notes - mingi is the only one with neither! musk and woods usually provide that sort of robustness, depth, and warmth to a scent, and mingi's, lacking both, is probably very light, fresh, and airy in comparison to the others, focusing more on its mid and top notes to create the primary scent.

overall a really fresh, light scent - not heavy or robust in the way the others are. refreshing and soothing sounds really right :)

wooyoung:

cardamom, woods, musk, and amber all the way down make for a very solid, masculine scent. it's warm and incredibly woody, with a hint of spice through the top notes that offsets the headiness of the base notes.

the base notes are very heady. musk and amber show up in a few of the others' base notes too, and vetiver also shows up in yeosang's, so i've covered these already - vetiver in particular lends itself to a classically masculine scent. veeeeerrryyyy masculine base notes overall.

if i had to guess, considering the vetiver base note and the fact that sandalwood and cedarwood are mid notes and not base notes, this is probably a veeeeery woody-smelling oil. just natural, earthy, woody, masculine goodness <3

jongho:

lemon, bergamot, and lime top notes offer an immediate, sharp, citrusy goodness.

i'm not sure if orange flower is any different to orange blossom - it could be more akin to neroli, which is similar to orange blossom but less warm, and a touch bitterer. either way, jasmine, lilac, and leafy green notes offer a freshness and natural sweet, rather than something more artificial and sugary, that complements the citrusy top notes well - particularly lilac, which i've found often has an initial scent of citrus itself.

balsamic base notes... 😋 i'm not sure which one specifically this is referring to, or if it's a general mix, but balsamic scents are usually rich-sweet-tangy, with a woody, almost damp sort of smell to it. very thick, very heady, probably also very welcome after all that citrus at the top. it's still a predominantly citrusy oil overall, but the balsamic notes at the base offer a woody offset that tempers it just a little.

[chevvy-ryder]

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There are places I′ll remember All my life though, some have changed Some forever not for better Some have gone and some remain All these places had their moments With lovers and friends I still can recall Some are dead and some are living In my life, I've loved them all But of all these friends and lovers There is no one compares with you And these memories lose their meaning When I think of love as something new Though I know I′ll never lose affection For people and things that went before I know I'll often stop and think about them In my life, I love you more In my life, I love you more

— In My Life by The Beatles

Not much to say. I randomly bought the Hellhound for Thyjs, did a job in the Badlands and then thought to pose him in front of the car. You see that didn't work out. Instead I did this (and more).

As always: I take pics first and think about the situation later because I love to interprete my own random doing. I came to the conclusion they had a day off and Thyjs needed some 'fresher' air away from the city and asked Ry to come with. In that way he could also try out his new offroad car (fucking Militech Hellhound yessss. I imagine to become also the team squad car). And after a fun dirt ride over sand and stones they stopped to make a pause in the late afternoon. Thyjs dozed off for a while and Ry doesn't dare to wake him up. <3

And Beatles, because— they are the Beatles and I wanted a cozy sweet song instead of some loud tunes. Besides that it toally fits to them both.

[tealin]

Antarctic Food

Below you will find my account of eating at McMurdo, but PBS did a whole special on it which has more privileged access and, like, moving pictures and stuff. I highly recommend watching that if you're at all interested in the food question.

As other pleasures in life are restricted or eliminated, food gains significance beyond mere nutrition.  When removed from the comforts and diversions of civilisation for months or years at a time, polar explorers had to pay particular attention to the culinary side of their enterprise.  Scott learned this the hard way on the Discovery, when their cook was so bad he was sent home after the first year and others took over his job in shifts.  Shackleton, on his second visit to Antarctica, brought all sorts of tinned delicacies, and left a lot of them behind in his hut at Cape Royds, which the Terra Nova men would raid on day trips from Cape Evans.  Scott was much more careful with his choice of cook on his second expedition, and in his journal he continually praises Clissold's cooking – though Atkinson, writing for a publication he knew no one would read, says that Archer (the ship's cook, who filled in after Clissold was invalided home) was a far superior chef, and made the miserable second winter that much more bearable.

The expeditions of the early 20th Century brought down crates and crates of imperishables – tinned vegetables, powdered milk and eggs, and dry goods like flour, sugar, and tea.  These were necessary, of course, but were ultimately supplemental to the core of their diet, which was the produce of Antarctica itself.  In fact, in a letter laying out contingency plans if the Terra Nova Expedition were stranded in Antarctica, Scott says not to worry for their safety because the continent provides enough food to keep a party happily fed; they would only be wanting the comforts of a civilised menu.  Mostly what the continent provided was seals, whose meat (especially livers) contained enough Vitamin C to stave off scurvy, but penguins and their eggs also regularly passed through the kitchen, and the contents of the marine biologist's net – once properly enumerated and dissected, of course – would often end up in the frying pan.  The Notothenia fish was commonly eaten at breakfast, appreciated for its 'sweet' and 'nutty' flavour. Notothenia’s claim to fame is the sugar in its blood that acts as an antifreeze, so this is hardly a surprise.

Thanks to the Antarctic Treaty forbidding the killing of animals for consumption, modern Antarctic larders are not stocked with local wildlife, and as far as I know, no one down there now has tasted the sweetness of Notothenia.  They do, however, have the advantage of modern transport and food storage, not to mention a century's worth of advances in the study of nutrition, so the diet of the present-day Antarctican is fresher, healthier, and much more diverse.

McMurdo Station's annual food supply arrives in one lump delivery, every January, on a big cargo ship from California.  From the harbour where the Discovery berthed, it goes into climate-controlled storage, either to the dry goods store or to the freezer, which is a whole building off the cafeteria in the main station hub.  A freezer, in Antarctica?  Why, yes, because food safety regulations require frozen food to be kept at a constant temperature, and the only way to ensure that is to build an enormous manmade freezer in the land of ice and snow. In the summer, temperatures at McMurdo will wander around freezing, so this is entirely practical, but for much of the year, it's actually warmer inside the freezer than outside. 

The modern Antarctic commissariat is not entirely divorced from its Edwardian predecessor, though – frozen vegetables taste fresher than tinned, and are more nutritious and palatable, but they are not fresh; powdered milk and powdered eggs are still the status quo.  During the summer, perishable groceries – called 'freshies' – come down on the flights from New Zealand, if there is room after the passengers and equipment are loaded.  After a month of flight cancellations, fresh apples and oranges are greeted with as much delight as they were on the arrival of relief ships in the Heroic Age, and the appearance of a salad bar in the Galley prompts general rejoicing.

The US Antarctic Program has its roots in the Navy, and McMurdo is still provisioned by one of the big firms that supplies the US military.  Having had experience with industrial-scale American catering in California, I had moderate expectations of the quality of food at McMurdo, but it was surprisingly good.  One might argue that the excitement of being there and the daily energy expenditure would be a good sauce for anything, and this may be true, but against this I would argue that dry air impedes one's ability to taste – that fact it was so flavourful at all is significant.  People kept apologising for the food in the Galley and I kept telling them, earnestly, that it was better than the food in the Disney commissary. They didn't believe me, but I firmly attest this; I ate at Disney on my return journey and have confirmed it by direct comparison.  I know they were working with roughly the same quality of ingredients, but the chefs at McMurdo reliably made things delightful to eat, which is more than I can say for the other place.  Why this should be is anyone's guess ... Working as a Galley Rat is one of the few ways enthusiasts can get down to the Ice, so it's full of keen, intelligent, and curious cooks, and maybe that rubs off on the food.  There are people who come back to tackle the unique challenges of Antarctic cuisine year after year, so maybe they're more experienced and invested in the job.  My personal theory is that because they have to eat the food, too, of course they're invested in making it tasty – I suspect the folks behind the counter in LA have much better meals waiting for them when they get home.

Mealtimes follow a strict schedule:

5:30-7:30 Breakfast (many a time I missed the cutoff, woe)

11:00-13:00 Lunch

17:00 to 19:30 Dinner. There was always a portion of the cafeteria serving breakfast food at this time; this was reserved for the night shift workers, who got a reprise of the day shift's dinner for their lunch.  If you really liked whatever was served for dinner, nothing could stop you coming around again for another go at midnight.

The one exception to this was Sunday, when a brunch would be served from 10 to 12.  The service in the chapel started at 10 as well, and was very weak competition.  Brunch was always excellent, and being the single day off, was often where one would meet up with people who were too busy during the week.

If you failed to make a mealtime for any reason, there was always something on offer.  A fridge would be stocked with packaged leftovers, sandwiches, and other food-to-go – when I had a day out, I would eat breakfast and then grab my lunch from this fridge.  On one occasion, dinner included fried okra (one of my faves, rarely had outside the States) and after stuffing myself with it, I nabbed two or three extra portions and cached them in my dorm room mini-fridge to enjoy later. 

In a challenging environment, with a lot of people doing energy-intensive jobs, calories are important.  There was only one rule regulating portions: Take what you want, but eat what you take.  With a finite amount of food on hand, and delivery only once a year, food waste is anathema – if you need it, then eat it, but do not throw any away.

The menu seemed to originate with whatever presented itself in the enormous freezer, though perhaps in November and December it was dictated more by what remained in it, prior to the new shipment.  We didn't suffer for want of variety, though: if anything, we benefited from a surfeit of prawns, including great bowls of them at Sunday brunch.  I found myself wondering if the US military had a contract for most of the catch from the Gulf, and how much of their famously inflated budget went into that; I suspect, in reality, the kitchen just hit a seam of prawn in the recesses of the freezer and had to use it up.  As a devotee of all shapes of sea bug, I was in seventh heaven, and did my level best to help McMurdo clear the surplus. 

Once new food was defrosted and cooked up, it would cascade through various dishes down the week, as leftovers were repurposed to minimise waste.  Usually this was successful, but sometimes they had to try a little harder ... 

A variety of cuisines were offered, some of which were more successful than others. They seemed to reflect the makeup of the US military, for whom the rations would have been designed.  The best dishes were the meat-and-potatoes variety (my minder said that if she were on Death Row, she'd ask for McMurdo Pot Roast for her last meal), Italian, Southern (see above re: okra), and what I assume was Tex Mex – the only misstep on the last count was an almost inedibly hot 'taco soup' which may have been more of a delivery vehicle for leftovers than an intentional dish.  The only disappointments were anything attempting to be Asian, and the fish, which, due to the circumstances, was always overcooked.  Provision was always made for vegetarians and even vegans, but I can't say I noticed many people adhering strictly to those diets.  I suppose if the animals are already dead and in the freezer, there's little difference whether you eat them or not.

There was also, always, pizza.  It was left in one of those tiered heated racks like you get at a buck-a-slice takeaway pizzeria, but this was no buck-a-slice pizza, this was McMurdo pizza, and McMurdo pizza is AMAZING.  My brother-in-law's cousin went to super legit pizza school in Naples, and gets queues down the street wherever he opens a pizzeria.  He makes the best pizza I have ever had anywhere; McMurdo’s wasn't quite as good as his, but it was pretty darn close.  It's a testament to how good the rest of the food was that I didn't just have pizza for every meal.  The pizza kitchen runs 24 hours a day, and takes orders for pickup from all across the base.  If you're flying out to a field camp, it's good manners to take their pizza order and deliver it to them hot and fresh.  For all the advances in food technology since the Heroic Age, surely the greatest has to be the McMurdo Pizza.

We were reminded constantly how important hydration was, and the Galley offered a range of liquids at all hours.  To my surprise, what looked like a soda fountain offered not pop but fruit juice – grapefruit, orange, cranberry, and apple, though one or more often ran out before the end of breakfast.  There were enormous urns of extremely weak coffee – a provision, I supposed, for its diuretic effects – though with 10-hour workdays and very early starts, a little more oomph would have gone a long way.  Experienced hands, and those of discerning tastes, brought their own coffee or sourced it somehow from the stores. The kitchenette in the Crary library was full of people's personal coffee-making supplies as they sought a more effective brew. 

I had been warned that if I liked tea, I should bring my own; this was a sound warning, as the black tea on offer looked and smelled as though it had been on a shelf for about a decade.  What I had not been warned about was that the only 'milk' on hand for one's coffee or tea was, in most places, 'coffee whitener', a ubiquitous Americanism which I'd completely forgotten about (or supressed?) since moving away.  For those who've not had the privilege of its acquaintance, this is a blend of margarine, sugar, synthetic vanilla, and titanium dioxide, rendered into a powder by some unknown chemical process and packaged up to pass for milk.  (I think it might be illegal in Europe.  I've certainly not seen it around.)  The Galley had the base's only dispenser of actual mammalian lactation – reconstituted from powdered, of course.  If I were to go again, I would bring a small bottle to fill there with 'real' milk, which I could take away for tea purposes elsewhere.  There were boxes of UHT milk available for purchase in the shop, and had I been staying longer I might have invested in some, but for just a splash per cuppa, it hardly seemed worthwhile.

The undisputed star of the Galley was the soft serve ice cream dispenser, named Frosty Boy (or Boi), an ancient beast that was such an institution that it was rumoured the USAP had bought another one from a junkyard just for parts.  The Thing to Do was, instead of putting milk or coffee whitener in your coffee, to use a dollop of Frosty Boy instead – I'm not sure which end of the dairy/non-dairy spectrum his product was nearest, but it did go well in the coffee, such as it was.  More often than not while I was there, Frosty Boy exuded only a watery splutter rather than creamy delight – even when he was working, the product was rather gritty – but I was assured he was just going through a phase, and would be right again soon.  I got the impression that if anyone tried replacing the machine with something more reliable, or which produced something more resembling ice cream, there'd be a protest.  We shall see if Frosty Boy survives the station revamp, as the NSF seems keen to scrub out any vestiges of character ...

I have brought two things back from the McMurdo Galley, and they're things that go right back to the beginning: powdered milk and powdered egg.  Even when I'm near a shop with both in fresh form, it's convenient to have the powdered on hand for recipes.  I really only use milk to splash in my tea and coffee, so don't keep a large amount in my fridge, but recipes often call for far more than I have – so instead of making a trip for the extra, I can just mix it up on demand.  I've also taken on the Perpetual Yoghurt: McMurdo makes its own yoghurt from its vast reserves of powdered milk, using a bit of the last batch to inoculate the next, and it turns out this is perfectly doable at home, too.  Eggs eaten as eggs are better fresh, of course, but when providing structure in a recipe, no one's going to notice if they've been reconstituted, and then I can save my 'real' eggs for when they'll be appreciated. It's a good system, and economical, too.  Alas, the pizza isn't as easy to replicate at home ... 

For more information on McMurdo food – The Antarctic Sun newsletter put out this podcast: https://antarcticsun.usap.gov/features/4329/ I didn't mention how good the desserts were; I was lucky enough to share my time at McMurdo with Rose McAdoo, who was featured in this story on NPR: https://text.npr.org/779463164

[animeworldfanfics]

Just Each Other's

He was my boss. The Richest person in the whole company. The official shareholder of 53% of the Sanemi Corporation's shared. 

You'd think he had everything...Trust me, he didn't. He had no family, and he was 100% the MOST undesirable person for any girl.

a) He was short tempered  b) He was badly scarred  c) He was rude

So in all conclusions, Shinazugawa Sanemi at age 25 had nothing but his brilliance of mind to vouch for him. His parents died a peasant. He brought himself to match the royalty. He was practical, and business minded, and if someone only KNEW about this side of him, without having actually met him in person, they would surely fall for him. 

I was 23. A College Graduate, top of her class. I had amazing grades, and pretty good soft skills. What I did NOT have, was looks. I was not good looking one bit. At age 23, no one had confessed to me. I had ugly large spectacles, a freckled face, a....bad physique. Everything in me was particularly unwanted. 

But, I was happy the way I was. And the worst thing was that I still believed someone could want me as I was. 

When I joined Sanemi Corporations as a member of the PR team, I never imagined that I would have to work so closely with Shinazugawa sir. Someone from the PR team would always tag along with him to ALL the business deal and negotiations. 

Let me clarify the working out a bit.  The PR department, Public Relations that is, had the job of one-on-one interactions with customers, clients and other businessmen. And we were further divided into departments on the basis of our core degrees.  Some of the PR members were involved in sealing Finance deals, some in dealing with clients etc. etc. 

Finance team was particularly short-staffed. It was just me and a colleague - Jason. 

And we were the only ones who would accompany Shinazugawa sir everywhere. 

"Man! I am so, so glad you're finally here! It's scary to work with Mr. Sanemi all alone. Maybe you can take this burden off me." Jason had told me with a goofy smile. And I guess that was to be it. The next day, I was tasked with accompanying him, to get a first-hand working experience. 

"(y/n), can you please walk faster?" It was no plea. It was a short remark. Shinazugawa Sanemi was everything I had imagined him to be and yet nothing like him at all.  He was as curt and practical as I thought he would be, but he was breath-taking. Muscular, with a scarred face. And on top of that, he had very, very kind eyes. I fell for him, at first sight.  

I could feel, it was just a hunch, that he was not in reality this rude. He was just forcing himself to be. 

There were no strict restrictions around him. He just expected you to be at your best, would tolerate absolutely NO laxation and was particular about professionalism. 

On our first negotiation deal, I could do nothing but just sit there and listen. When we left, I came out with my head hung low. It was not just the fact that I was disappointed in myself, but also the fact that Sanemi was sure to scold me now! 

"What is it?" Sanemi asked. It was a demand. I absolutely HAD to tell him what was wrong. There were no options. 

"I just feel...so useless. Despite having a member of PR with you, you had to work on all the negotiations." I was ready to listen to a rant about how worthless I was, and how big of a mistake it was to hire me as member of PR. 

What I heard though, was a kind, soft voice, that said, "It was your first day. I never expect anything from freshers. On the 4rth negotiation you accompany me to, I'll start expecting you to perform ably." He told me. 

I was...stunned. Sanemi had forgiven me?! THE SHINAZUGAWA SANEMI infamous for his rude working style had actually not scolded me? 

This man was something else. 

And then, we continued walking to his car. We both sat on the backseat during the drive. And in that moment, I do not know what came over me. 

I turned to face my boss and spoke in a timid voice, "Sir, you're really kind, aren't you?" 

I saw his pupils widen, as if I had just cursed him, and he turned his face round. Had I offended him? Was I going to be fired? I did not say anything anymore. It was the best way to survive, I figured. 

Over the course of 4 weeks, I accompanied him to 2 other, normal negotiations. On the end of the third, he took me to a cafe. 

"Thanks You." He spoke after we had ordered. I was spacing out the whole time before, but this forced me to turn my full attention to him. I gave him a kind smile, silently coaxing him to continue. 

"No one found me kind ever since my parents died. Thank You, for looking past my cold exterior and saying it out loud." 

I was flabbergasted. So, what I had done back then, was not actually wrong! 

"You are really, really kind. You are the best boss any employee could expect. Someone who is supportive yet assertive. I have a lot to learn from you, sir." 

This time, he looked apathetic. 

But, I had more to say, "I...do not know what happened, but your eyes say that you are very lonely. Will you be my friend?" 

I brought a hand forward, asking him to shake it. He grasped it firmly and the both of us nodded to one another.

"And now, as a rule of friendship, you have 0 right to hide anything from your first ever friend. If you ever feel like smiling or crying or if you're mad or sad, just call me." My bubbly personality was resurfacing. This was what landed me a job in Sanemi Corp anyway. 

We drank our coffee, making small talk every now and then, and exchanged Instagram IDs. 

I texted him that night, once we had both reached home. 

(y/n):  Hi Sir!!

Sanemi: 

Why are you up? 

(y/n):  I am usually up at this time around. You? 

Sanemi: 

Couldn't sleep. 

(y/n):  Do you want me to sing to you, lol? 

Sanemi: 

No. Music only worsens my insomniac tendencies. 

(y/n): Are you on pills? 

Sanemi: 

No. 

(y/n):  Why not? 

Sanemi: 

Didn't wanna alter my body. 

(y/n):  Do you watch anime? 

Sanemi: 

It's a good time pass. 

And all night long, we kept talking about our favourite anime characters and former anime crushes and possible plots for what could happen. 

He didn't sleep that night, and nor did I. 

Gosh, how sleepy I was the whole day at my office. I kept on yawning and spacing out. Jason teased me badly about it, the whole day. What he teased about more was that any moment now, he would call Sanemi sir to the office to see my pathetic condition. 

I knew he wouldn't though. Jason was a good person. He was kind, and simple. Pretty humble, tbh. But, he was very, very fun! Jason could make anyone laugh within 5 minutes of being in his vicinity. It was something I COULD NOT do and hence envied him ever so slightly for. 

"Jason! Sanemi Sir is calling you urgently now." Came the voice of our head on the telecom. 

And off he went, rushing away. 

'How is Sanemi Sir? If this is my condition after 1 sleepless night, how would his be?' I was worrying over him the whole time. He was my friend after all. And also...my crush. When you fall for someone, you want to badly find the good parts of him. You just cannot live without finding all of them out.

That was the case with me too. I wanted to know all about Sanemi. And help him, if possible. I had no idea how I was still surviving as his friend when his slightest presence made my heart beat at the speed of light. 

There was nothing more to do that day, so I decided to go home early. However, before I could leave, Sanemi sir's car came at the entrance. He looked like...normal.... 

I guess these sleepless night were routine for him then. I greeted him a Good Evening, and was about to leave his presence, when he came up behind me, and fell into my step.

"Wanna go out for dinner?" He asked me. And who the hell am I to say no to my crush?! Oh what I wouldn't have give to have those words changed from dinner to date. 

We once again went in Sanemi's Black Buggati. This man was THE Rich Kid! 

Amidst the random conversations we were having about our general hobbies, and likes and dislikes, he piped an "I am sorry." 

"For what?" I asked.

To that he said, "For having kept your awake all night long, yesterday." 

"It was THE first all-nighter I pulled up." I informed him with a light giggle. "It was pretty fun." 

Sanemi looked shocked, and much, much less guiltier. But there was unspoken curiosity in his gaze that I was only gratified to satiate. 

"Growing up, I had no friends. I had acquaintances. There were people I knew, and even talked to, but no one to call a FRIEND. Like someone to rely on, someone to send messages to, Someone to openly be me with. So, I naturally had no all-nighters or night outs, or even day outs with people. There was always the group of the most popular, good looking girls. I was never the popular girl yknow. Never a guy's dream, never his crush. I never had anyone get jealous over me, or someone fall for me. I was always a best friend, a little sister, a fling even, but never someone's love." 

That was the darkest side of me. That was the most hidden, securely tucked away part of my existence. And I had just opened it up to my CRUSH! To the person who was always supposed to see me in a bright, beautiful light! 

And all that anxiety and nostalgia mixed in brought tears to my eyes. I was about to shed the first ever tears in a few months. But before I could do that, Sanemi spoke up. 

"My parents...died, with my brother in a Car Crash. I don't know WHY I survived. We were going to celebrate my birthday. The road was pretty rocky, and dad had asked me and my brother to stay quiet. But we were squabbling over who would get to sit on the left side of the car. And I pushed him to the right. The car jerked too. We fell to the base of a ditch, the car burst up in flames. My mom and dad died instantly on the spot. My brother too. I survived cuz I was on the LEFT! The side that was on the top, in regards to the position we fell in. 

I was admitted to a government hospital, and was comatose for a whole of 3 months. 3 months later when I woke up, I was the sole owner of the house my dad had left me, and the savings in our bank account, which were very, very little. 

We were anyway pretty poor. I did NOT want to survive, but, mom wanted to ride a buggati, and that was really the only reason I lived everyday. I only wanted to buy a buggati. But I also established Sanem Corp. 

It's of no use, anyway...I just live now, cuz I have no reason to die."

Sanemi was fighting back tears that were brimming on top of his eyelashes. I moved my chair to his right, and brought his face to the crook of my neck. 

I smoothened the back of his head, and whispered in his ears, "Cry it out." 

He let out a loud wail then, and started bawling out. I was sure that he cried for over 30 mins. The waiter had very politely deposited our food on the table and left. Everyone around us was also responsible to stay away. 

I could finally figure out why he had depressions and why he was an insomniac. He probably had dreams about them every night. 

We really did not know what to say to one another during dinner. It was a weird silence. It was almost as if, we feared if we spoke anything, we would lose the gravity of the situation. 

Sanemi looked cute with a tear stained face. 

He offered to drop me home at 10:00 p.m. in the night, and we promised to call each other that night. 

This night was the same as the previous one. Sanemi and I chatted away the whole night. Except this time, we could hear each other. And after a while, I could also hear him softly...snoring away. 

I dozed off too, along with him. 

The next morning, I accompanied him to a 4rth negotiation. As expected, he was pretty curt and formal while discussing papers with me. I did not want to let him down today. Today was the day he would start practically judging me. 

When the 3 hour long negotiations were over, and we were in the elevator, all alone, I looked up to meet his eye. We both said nothing. And finally, he broke the silence, "You're an able person to keep around." 

Was that a praise?! Did Sanemi just...praise me?! I was on cloud nine the whole time! I was smiling like the happiest person in the world! 

That night, I called him again. 

"What was that (y/n)? You were smiling so happily today morning as of someone had offered you a marriage proposal." 

And...he burst into laughter! 

Sanemi.....laughed....

I was overjoyed about that, and frankly, I could not help but laugh too! 

"Sanemi! Can I...ask you one thing....?" 

"Yes, of course." He was in a pretty light mood today, so I was afraid of asking him that. It was sure to ruin his mood instantly. 

"Are you....okay?" I asked

"Why do you ask that?" Was his short reply. I could tell, I had shaken him up. 

"You said that day that you had no reason to live. So....I just....don't want to see you smiling one day and dead the next!" 

"Tears are a powerful force, (y/n). Sharing your problems lessens them up. I finally slept properly after many years yesterday. And I...finally have a reason to live." 

He did not specify anything. But he had just summed up, that somehow, he was over his past now. 

For a few weeks, our friendship was a beautiful little thing. We knew each other like the back of our hands now. And as far as we both knew, Sanemi had a crush on no one, and I had a crush on....someone. 

Ever since I told him that I liked someone, he had been more talkative with me. We used to go out on more frequent dinners, in flashier cars than before, and he had started taking me around to more negotiations as well. 

However, he hardly ever let me speak in any of them. He was always the one in charge. 

Jason was pretty shocked about this behaviour too. It was the first time, he said, that he had heard of Sanemi sir being forceful about negotiations. He always let the members handle it  after the first few ones. 

Maybe....Sanemi did not trust me even now? Did he think of me as an incompetent employee and only kept me around for the sake of our friendship?  

October 8, 2023

He took both me and Jason to the negotiation we planned. Apparently, it was a deal that could change the very face of Sanemi Corp, and we both needed to be at our best. 

All throughout the car ride I was pretty nervous. Jason on the other hand, was super excited! He kept chirping in about how he hoped the other negotiator was a pretty lady and how I should promise to treat him to barbeque if it was successful! 

Slowly, I could feel my fears melt away too! Jason was an amusing, amazing person! When we stepped out of the car, Sanemi shook hands firmly with Jason to wish him luck, but he ignored me straight away.

Did I....do something wrong? Did he not want me to be relaxed about this negotiation? As it seemed, he did not trust me. I was determined to prove my worth to him by this deal. Acknowledgement was the first step to love they said! 

And Jason and I were an amazing combo! We, together, got it sealed within an hour. Sanemi did not have to say much anyway. 

"High Five! And as I promised! Barbeque today, at Barbeque Forever 7:00 p.m." I told Jason

He, in his excitement, couldn't help but hug me! And for the first time ever, that day, I heard Sanemi shout!

"Enough with the both of you!" HE was loud. and scary, and I was about to burst into tears.  "This is THE MOST unprofessional behaviour I have seen! Ever! Hugging one another publicly! You should be ashamed of yourself! Both of you." He was still seething, as he pulled my hand, and took me away from Jason and the public. I found myself in an unknown, narrow alley. I was not scared. Sanemi would NEVER hurt me. But it hurt to see that he was angry at ME! How did allow myself to get carried away.

Sanemi slapped a hand around my face to the wall on my left, and brought his face dangerously close to mine. Any closer and we could have kissed. I could smell his breath on my face as he spoke: "It's him, isn't it?" He was seething now. Gritting his teeth, in mad anger. He was barely holding himself together! 

"The one you have a crush on! It's Jason right? I am so, so much more richer than him! I can give you all the happiness in the world! I am the one you trust the most, but you crush on him! He is so very beneath me! I can fire him in 2 seconds, that's the power I hold! But your choice, is not me! It's that insect! 

I have shown you my wealth, my power, and even my negotiation skills, and you still choose someone else over me.

But, that's alright. I cannot change your feelings, but, I will not have you two hugging when I am around!" 

He was still angry, but underneath it, he was also sad....Though his tone was angry, it was seething, his eyes told a different story.

He was pleading me to change my mind. To just come to him. He did not want to cry before me and end up making me feel guilty, but he also wanted to bind me to him. The internal battle in him that he was trying so hard to hide was plainly visible to me.

"But, you said, you did not have a crush on anyone." I spoke in a meek timid voice. 

"I don't." Came his harsh reply. "I don't have a crush on you. (y/n) (m/n) (l/n), I LOVE you." 

I. Was. Shocked. Sanemi had just confessed to me. 

I couldn't help but, giggle only to get a harsh glare from him. Someone finally loved me! Someone was jealous FOR me! So all this while, he was trying to prove that he was superior to himself! It was not that he did not trust me. He did not trust HIMSELF.

I started laughing out loud, and I could tell I was only aggravating Sanemi's anger further. He again turned to me, and we were in the same position as before. Sanemi's glare was harsher and he looked even more hurt this time. It was almost as if I had broken the last of his trust, that he had placed in me. 

"From the first day. I have been crushing on you, Sanemi Shinazugawa since the first day. It's not Jason. Jason's just a friend. The one I have a crush on, my awkward guy with kind eyes, is you!" I could see his expressions morph into many different things until they finally settled on happiness. He pulled away from me and did a victory jump!

"Yes! (y/n) LOOOOOVVVVVESSSSSSSSSS MEEEE!!!!!" He was doing a stupid little dance, and I could tell he had forgotten about my presence altogether. 

I coughed lightly, to remind him that I was still there. He picked me up from the ground in a tight hug and spun me around! And I couldn't help but naturally giggle as well! 

I hugged him tighter, and his hold on me tightened as well.

"Gosh! You're such a jealous baby!" I whispered to him in his embrace.

He looked at me, straight in the face, as he said, "You. Are. Mine." And crashed his lips onto mine. 

They were soft, warm, and addictive. I felt him pull away. Maybe, he was once again, insecure about his actions. So, I chased them! I kissed him back with the same force that he had put into it, and found him smiling against my lips. 

He pushed me to the wall, and poured all the longing, jealousy, anger and happiness into that one kiss. 

It was awkward, but much needed. Who would have thought, that both of our first kiss would be this forceful. When we separated, our lips were swollen. I licked mine, and his pupils dilated. 

"Sanemi," I asked him on our walk back to the car, "Why me?" 

"Cuz you were the one who accepted me wholly. Listen, (y/n), I am very very jealous, and very possessive, and insecure, and I have frequent nightmares, and I don't have control over my temper. But, I love you! I would go to the ends of the Earth for you. And I want to date you with marriage in mind. So, will you go out with me? At your own risk, of course?" 

And who the hell was I to reject an offer so, so purely made? 

"I am not pretty, and no rich kid, and pretty much goofy. I'll never ever shut up! But, I am your if you want me?" I replied. 

Sanemi picked me up to spin me around once again, and replied with a simple, "Of Course I do! Love you princess." 

We walked together, with our hands entwined. 

As I saw Jason, I wanted to rush to apologise to him but our entwined hands held me in place. So I dragged Sanemi with me. 

He freed our hands, put an arm around my waist and pulled me flush to him from the side. He then glared strongly at Jason as he said, "Mine!" 

And I rushed to clarify the scenario out. 

"Who would have thought that THE GREAT SANEMI SIR would be jealous of me?!" Was the only thing he could reply with. 

The car ride, Sanemi made Jason sit in the front, and would not allow me to talk to anyone who wasn't him. Stealing kisses occasionally in there. 

He went as far as to ask me to shift my desk to his personal office, and Jason had to promise him that I was nothing more than a sister. 

Finally, Sanemi's mind was at ease. 

This was 5 years ago. As I write today, I can barely sit, all thanks to Sanemi, who's got me all round and swollen. I am about to be a mother in the next 2 months. 

All those past 5 years, Sanemi was the best boyfriend ANYONE could ask for. He was understanding, and comforting. The only risk, was asking anything of him. 

If you asked him for a necklace, he'd get you a diamond one. You joke around saying. "I wish I had the recent Iphone15." Congratulations, Home Delivered! I had to get used to it two years ago when he finally proposed. 

As I started sleeping in his embrace, his nightmares and my insecurities, reduced drastically. 

We had moved on from our pasts now. We were just each others. 

[skillschoolteam]

How Free Skill Courses Empower Freshers for the Job Market

Difficulties in entering the job market as a fresher can be quite hectic. Limited work experience and high competition make it difficult for most recent graduates to stand out when trying to do so in securing employment with employers. Yet, the free skill courses that have sprung up all over have changed this vast scenario. These online courses of different categories are now helping a fresh graduate, taking him from the classroom to the cornfields, i.e. from academic knowledge to real-life industry expectations, to widen the horizon for career growth.

The Skill Gap Problem:

The discrepancy between academic knowledge and industrial needs is one of the core problems a new graduate faces. Colleges provide important basics, but many employers are only looking for employees who can immediately fly like a bird. Such skills include, but are not limited to, data analysis, digital marketing, coding, cloud computing, interpersonal skills, and business communication.

In fact, changes in industries are being more rapid nowadays with digital transformation; the demand for certain skills has risen above the level to which universities can keep pace. This is where free online skill courses come in, filling those gaps and performing a miracle of making freshers market-ready.

Accessibility and Inclusivity:

Accessibility is one of the greatest strengths of free skill development courses. There are so many sites that offer the possibility of the free development of in-demand skills to anyone in the world. All that is needed is the availability of an internet connection and a sparked desire within the self.

This inclusivity essentially caters to students from poorer backgrounds who would not be able to afford expensive training programs or certification. Hence, with the elimination of the financial barrier, these courses level the playing field, allowing every fresher a chance to be successful.

Real-World Skills and Practical Exposure:

Many skill courses liberated and amply designed with practical application in contrast to theoretically oriented lectures have projects, quizzes, and case studies that mimic the actual conditions in a workplace. This hands-on training enables the consolidation of that learning while helping freshers build portfolios to showcase their skills to prospective employers.

Say, for instance, a fresher taking a Python programming course works on a few projects that can then be uploaded to GitHub. A marketing graduate can use the digital marketing certificate from Google to show compliance with the key skills like SEO, SEM, and analytics, which are being so much demanded in today’s online business scenario.

Confidence and Self-Efficacy:

Learning a skill is underrated because it builds confidence. Many freshers feel unsure about their experience in the professional world. Completing a course and having another skill validated are major confidence boosters to help them through job interviews and workplace challenges.

Likewise, some free online courses grant badges, certificates, or digital credentials on completion. These are energising, but they also stand out on resumes and LinkedIn profiles, showing that the learner has done something about their improvement and acquired an extra skill.

Keeping Up with Industry Trends:

Today’s job market is highly dynamic. AI, machine learning, blockchain, and data science all affect how businesses operate. Free skill courses are making freshers more inclined to stay aware of the present trends through which one acquires the skills for sustainable employability.

For example, a student with a finance background taking up free courses on data analytics can target positions like business analyst or financial data consultant, which require interdisciplinary knowledge and often come with good pay.

Networking and Community:

Most online learning platforms also feature community forums, discussion groups and peer-to-peer learning environments. They allow freshers to connect with other individuals who share the same objectives, discuss course materials, and even collaborate on projects.

This networking part becomes important as it creates that very community feeling and it opens doors in terms of internships, freelancing opportunities or even job referrals in terms of some industries like design, development and content creation.

Employer Value Self-Initiative:

Employers often look for some important traits besides academic achievements when hiring fresh graduates. These are curiosity, self-motivation, adaptability, and willingness to learn. By enrolling in free courses on their own accord, freshers exemplify these very traits.

Recruiters see such courses as proof that a candidate is taking the initiative toward self-betterment and is serious about the career path they have chosen. It sends a message to the employer saying, “This person is not going to sit back and wait for someone to train them; they take charge of their development.”

Transitioning to Freelancing or Entrepreneurship:

All true, not all our fresh graduates want to jostle neck deep in the rat race. Some want to earn their daily bread as freelancers, while others prefer entrepreneurship. Such free skill courses are meant to impart the required prerequisite into coding, application development, digital marketing for the promotion of goods, or knowledge of financial literacy for the small business owner. They open pathways for various goals to be pursued.

For example, platforms such as Skill School Learn offer free material to budding entrepreneurs starting their forays into the digital marketplace.

Making the Most of Free Skill Courses

While the abundance of free courses is a major advantage, it also means learners must be strategic in their approach:

Set clear career goals: Choose courses aligned with the roles or industries you want to enter.

Focus on depth over quantity: Completing one course thoroughly is better than skimming through many.

Build a portfolio: Use course projects to create real work samples.

Stay consistent: Set a schedule to learn regularly and avoid losing momentum.

Showcase your learning: Add course certificates and project links to your resume, GitHub, or LinkedIn.

Free skill courses are not just a temporary trend — they’re a transformative force in modern education and employability. For freshers entering a competitive and ever-changing job market, these resources offer a unique opportunity to gain practical knowledge, stay updated, and build confidence without the burden of high costs.

By embracing self-learning and taking full advantage of what these platforms offer, today’s freshers can become tomorrow’s professionals — ready, capable, and ahead of the curve.

[mounianjali]

Comprehensive SAP S/4HANA Group Reporting Course with Certification Guidance

Advance your SAP finance career with our Comprehensive SAP S/4HANA Group Reporting Course, designed to provide deep functional and practical knowledge of financial consolidation and group reporting in an S/4HANA environment. This program not only delivers in-depth training on the core concepts and functionalities of SAP Group Reporting but also includes full certification preparation and career guidance to help you become a certified and job-ready SAP professional.

SAP S/4HANA Group Reporting is the latest and most powerful tool from SAP for real-time consolidation and financial close. Integrated with the Universal Journal, it allows companies to consolidate financial data across entities instantly, ensuring accuracy, speed, and compliance. As more enterprises migrate to S/4HANA, the demand for skilled consultants in this area is rapidly growing.

This course is tailored for functional consultants, finance professionals, and aspiring SAP experts who want to gain hands-on experience, build their consulting skills, and confidently prepare for SAP certification in Group Reporting.

Who Can Join?

SAP FI/CO consultants looking to specialize in Group Reporting

Financial analysts and group accountants working on consolidation

SAP end-users preparing for migration to S/4HANA

Professionals seeking SAP Group Reporting certification

Freshers entering the SAP financial reporting space

No prior experience in SAP Group Reporting is required—this course starts from the fundamentals and gradually builds up to advanced configuration and reporting topics.

What You Will Learn:

Fundamentals of SAP S/4HANA Group Reporting and architecture

Master data setup: consolidation units, groups, FS items, versions, dimensions

Functional configuration using IMG and Fiori-based tools

Data collection, validation, and reporting using the Data Monitor

Execution of consolidation tasks via the Consolidation Monitor

Handling eliminations, intercompany transactions, and currency translation

Ownership management and equity consolidation

Consolidated financial reporting and integration with SAP Analytics Cloud

Certification syllabus coverage and mock questions

Resume-building, interview tips, and real-world project documentation

Course Benefits:

Real-time SAP S/4HANA access for hands-on learning

Certification-focused training with exam-oriented content

Instructor-led sessions and personal mentoring

Career support with resume & interview guidance

Lifetime access to recordings and study material

By the end of this course, you'll be prepared to clear SAP certification and confidently work as an SAP Group Reporting Consultant or Financial Consolidation Expert.

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[ireedacademy01]

Real Estate Salary After MBA in India 2025: What Freshers & Professionals Can Expect?

The Indian real estate industry has seen a remarkable transformation over the past decade. Fueled by rapid urbanization, infrastructure development, and policy reforms, the sector has become a lucrative career option for young professionals. One educational path that’s gaining attention is an MBA in real estate, which combines core business knowledge with specialized training in property markets, real estate development, and asset management.

As we step into 2025, the conversation is shifting from "Should I pursue an MBA in this field?" to "What kind of real estate salary can I expect after graduation?"

In this blog, we explore salary expectations for freshers and experienced professionals, the impact of industry trends, and how specializations like real estate management can influence compensation.

The Real Estate Landscape in 2025: Booming with Opportunities

The Indian real estate market is poised for significant real estate growth in 2025. With Smart City projects, growing foreign direct investments (FDI), and improved regulations through RERA (Real Estate Regulatory Authority), the industry is becoming more organized and attractive for skilled talent.

Additionally, increased demand for residential, commercial, and industrial spaces is leading to large-scale real estate development. This opens up a vast number of opportunities for those with an MBA in real estate, particularly in metros like Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi-NCR, and Hyderabad.

Why an MBA in Real Estate Makes a Difference

Unlike a generic MBA, an MBA in real estate is tailored to the unique demands of the property and infrastructure sector. It provides in-depth knowledge of:

Property valuation and appraisal

Urban planning and zoning laws

Real estate management and investment strategies

Construction and project lifecycle

Regulatory frameworks and compliance

Graduates are better equipped to take on strategic roles in property development, consulting, asset management, and investment analysis.

Real Estate Salary in India After MBA (2025)

1. For Freshers (0–2 Years of Experience)

Fresh graduates with an MBA in real estate can expect starting salaries ranging between ₹6 LPA to ₹10 LPA, depending on their institute, skills, and location.

Entry-Level Job Roles:

Real Estate Analyst

Project Coordinator

Property Consultant

Assistant Manager – Sales or Marketing

Leasing Associate

Salaries are usually higher in top-tier firms like DLF, Godrej Properties, Oberoi Realty, Knight Frank, and CBRE. In international property consulting firms, the compensation may go up to ₹12–14 LPA for candidates from top B-schools.

2. Mid-Level Professionals (3–7 Years Experience)

Professionals with prior experience and an MBA in real estate or specialization in real estate management often transition into leadership roles. At this stage, real estate salary ranges between ₹12 LPA and ₹25 LPA depending on the company, location, and project scale.

Common Roles at Mid-Level:

Business Development Manager

Asset Manager

Senior Analyst – Real Estate Investment

Project Manager (Development)

Strategy Lead – Real Estate Division

Many professionals in this segment work on large real estate development projects or manage investment portfolios.

3. Senior Professionals (8+ Years Experience)

At senior levels, especially in MNCs and top real estate companies, salaries can range from ₹30 LPA to ₹1 Cr+ per annum. Those with dual expertise in real estate growth strategy and financial modeling are especially in demand.

High-Level Roles Include:

Vice President – Real Estate Strategy

General Manager – Property Development

Director – Real Estate Management

Head of Investments and Acquisitions

Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Real Estate Division

These roles involve handling multiple development projects, driving business strategy, and engaging with stakeholders and government bodies.

How Location Impacts Real Estate Salary

City-wise real estate salaries in India vary due to demand, cost of living, and ongoing real estate development.

City

Average MBA Real Estate Salary (Freshers)

Average Salary (5+ years)

Mumbai

₹9 – ₹11 LPA

₹18 – ₹35 LPA

Bangalore

₹8 – ₹10 LPA

₹15 – ₹30 LPA

Delhi NCR

₹7 – ₹9 LPA

₹14 – ₹28 LPA

Hyderabad

₹6 – ₹8 LPA

₹12 – ₹25 LPA

Pune/Chennai

₹6 – ₹8 LPA

₹10 – ₹20 LPA

Factors Affecting Real Estate Salary After MBA

Institution & Brand Value: Graduates from IIMs, ISB, or RICS School of Built Environment command higher salaries.

Specialization: Focusing on real estate management or real estate development increases job opportunities.

Internships & Projects: Industry exposure boosts credibility and earning potential.

Networking: Real estate is relationship-driven. Strong networks can lead to high-paying roles.

Certifications: Additional certifications in valuation, REITs, or investment analysis enhance your profile.

Growing Career Paths in Real Estate (Post-MBA)

1. Real Estate Investment & Finance

Professionals in this space work with REITs, private equity, and banks to manage real estate portfolios. Compensation is among the highest.

2. Real Estate Development

Involves planning, designing, and executing construction projects. This field combines technical knowledge with business acumen.

3. Real Estate Marketing & Sales

Digital strategies, project branding, and market positioning are key parts of this role. High commissions often supplement base real estate salary.

4. Facility & Property Management

These roles focus on managing buildings, ensuring maintenance, and optimizing resources.

All these sectors are undergoing rapid real estate growth, making the job market dynamic and promising.

MBA in Real Estate vs General MBA: Which Pays More?

A general MBA may offer broader roles across industries, but an MBA in real estate provides targeted skills for a high-demand niche. With India’s real estate development boom, companies prefer candidates who understand zoning laws, RERA, and land acquisition over generalists.

Moreover, with digitalization, sustainable development, and smart city missions gaining momentum, roles in real estate management now require MBA grads who can navigate complexity and scale efficiently.

The Impact of Government Policies and Technology

Government schemes like AMRUT, PMAY, and Smart Cities Mission are accelerating real estate growth. The implementation of AI, data analytics, and digital platforms in property search, sales, and construction is also creating demand for skilled professionals.

In this evolving ecosystem, the right MBA in real estate can place you at the forefront of innovation and infrastructure expansion.

Is It Worth Doing an MBA in Real Estate in 2025?

If you’re looking to build a high-growth, high-impact career in a booming sector, the answer is yes.

Key Benefits:

Access to high-paying jobs and leadership roles

Specialized knowledge of urbanization and infrastructure

Strong industry demand and expanding job market

Opportunities across India and internationally

Lucrative roles in real estate development, consulting, and investment

For professionals who already have experience in construction, finance, or property sales, an MBA in real estate can be the career accelerator you’re looking for.

Conclusion: Shaping the Future of Real Estate Careers

The real estate salary landscape in 2025 is brighter than ever before, especially for professionals armed with an MBA. As India continues to urbanize and develop, the need for skilled, strategic, and tech-savvy professionals will grow.

Whether you’re just starting your journey or looking to scale your career, an MBA in real estate, with a focus on real estate management and real estate development, can position you for long-term success.

With the right skills, education, and mindset, you'll not only earn well—you'll help build the future of Indian cities.

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In the digital era, data is more than just numbers—it’s the new oil driving business innovation and operational efficiency. As industries across the globe harness data to make strategic decisions, the demand for skilled professionals in data analytics is soaring. From multinational corporations to local startups, everyone is on the lookout for individuals who can extract insights from data and translate them into actionable strategies.

For aspiring data professionals and tech enthusiasts in South India, enrolling in a Data Analytics course in Kerala is a gateway to a thriving and future-proof career.

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Data analytics is the science of examining raw data to uncover patterns, draw conclusions, and support business decisions. It includes a variety of processes, such as data collection, cleaning, transformation, modeling, and visualization. Data analytics spans four main categories:

Descriptive Analytics – Provides insights into past performance.

Diagnostic Analytics – Explains why a particular result occurred.

Predictive Analytics – Anticipates future outcomes based on historical data.

Prescriptive Analytics – Recommends actions based on predictive insights.

These tools and techniques help companies improve everything from customer service and marketing to inventory and financial planning.

Why Kerala is Emerging as a Data Analytics Hub

Kerala, with its robust educational infrastructure, thriving IT parks (such as Infopark Kochi and Technopark Trivandrum), and growing number of startups, is becoming a preferred destination for technology and analytics education.

Here’s why pursuing a Data Analytics course in Kerala is a smart choice:

1. Strong Academic Ecosystem

Kerala boasts numerous engineering colleges, universities, and private institutes with a strong emphasis on computer science and data-related disciplines.

2. IT Job Market Growth

The state is home to several tech companies and MNCs offering opportunities for data analysts, business analysts, and data scientists.

3. Affordable Quality Education

Compared to metropolitan cities, Kerala offers cost-effective, high-quality learning environments.

4. Placement and Internship Opportunities

Many training programs in Kerala are aligned with companies that offer internships, project work, and direct placements.

What You Learn in a Data Analytics Course

An ideal Best Data Analytics course in Kerala covers a blend of technical and analytical skills, preparing students for real-world business challenges.

Core Modules Typically Include:

1. Statistics and Probability

Descriptive statistics

Inferential statistics

Probability distributions

2. Data Management and SQL

Writing complex queries

Joins, subqueries, and aggregations

Data normalization

3. Data Cleaning and Wrangling

Handling missing values

Data transformation

Using tools like Excel, Python (Pandas), or R

4. Data Visualization

Tools like Tableau, Power BI, and Matplotlib

Creating dashboards, graphs, and interactive visual reports

5. Programming for Data Analysis

Python and R

Libraries: NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, Seaborn

6. Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning

Regression, classification, clustering

Real-time model building and evaluation

7. Capstone Projects and Case Studies

Students apply their knowledge to practical projects, such as:

Sales forecasting

Customer segmentation

Social media analytics

Healthcare or finance data modeling

Who Should Enroll in a Data Analytics Course?

The beauty of data analytics lies in its versatility. Individuals from different academic backgrounds can pursue it, such as:

Engineering or IT graduates looking to specialize in data roles

Commerce and economics students aiming for business analyst roles

Working professionals seeking a career shift or upskilling

Entrepreneurs and business owners who want to make data-driven decisions

Whether you are a fresher or a working professional, a well-designed Data Analytics course in Kerala can transform your career path.

Career Opportunities After Data Analytics Training

Once trained, professionals can explore a wide range of job titles:

Data Analyst

Business Analyst

Data Scientist

Data Engineer

BI Analyst

Quantitative Analyst

These roles are in high demand across multiple sectors including IT, finance, healthcare, logistics, e-commerce, and government.

How to Choose the Best Data Analytics Course in Kerala

Before you enroll in a program, evaluate these factors:

Curriculum: Is it up-to-date and aligned with industry standards?

Instructors: Are they experienced professionals from the field?

Hands-on Training: Does the course offer live projects and real-time datasets?

Certifications: Are certificates recognized by employers?

Placement Assistance: Does the institute offer job support after training?

Choosing the right training partner is critical for your career success—and this is where Zoople Technologies shines.

Zoople Technologies: A Trusted Name for Data Analytics Training in Kerala

When it comes to practical, job-oriented training in Kerala, Zoople Technologies has carved out a unique reputation in the tech education sector. As a premier institute offering one of the most comprehensive Data Analytics course in Kerala, Zoople combines cutting-edge content with expert mentorship.

Why Choose Zoople Technologies?

Expert Faculty: Learn from professionals with years of experience in data science, machine learning, and analytics.

Real-World Projects: Students gain hands-on experience by working on actual business problems.

Updated Curriculum: Courses are designed to keep pace with rapidly evolving tools and technologies.

Flexible Learning Options: Weekday, weekend, and online batches to accommodate different needs.

Strong Placement Record: Zoople’s dedicated placement team connects students with job opportunities at top companies in Kerala and beyond.

Supportive Learning Environment: Personalized mentorship, doubt-clearing sessions, and peer collaborations enhance the learning journey.

Many of Zoople’s alumni have secured coveted roles in data analytics, thanks to the institute’s practical approach, career-focused training, and industry alignment.

Final Thoughts

The digital economy is powered by data—and those who know how to harness it are leading the charge. Whether you are just starting your professional journey or looking to transition into a more future-ready field, enrolling in a Data Analytics course in Kerala is a smart move.

And with institutions like Zoople Technologies providing best-in-class training, mentorship, and placement support, your journey toward becoming a skilled data professional is in safe hands. Their structured program not only builds your foundational and technical skills but also prepares you for real-world data challenges.

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Java remains one of the most widely used programming languages in the tech world. From mobile applications to enterprise-level systems, Java powers countless digital solutions. If you're aiming to master Java and build a successful career in software development, Techmindz offers the most effective and industry-relevant Java Programming Course in Kochi.

Why Java is Still the Most Trusted Language

With over two decades of dominance, Java continues to be the preferred language for developers due to its reliability, platform independence, and object-oriented features. It is used extensively in Android development, web apps, backend systems, and large-scale enterprise applications.

About Techmindz’s Java Programming Course

Techmindz provides a structured and hands-on Java Programming Course in Kochi that caters to both beginners and professionals. Whether you're just starting out or looking to enhance your coding skills, our course equips you with the knowledge and confidence to excel in real-world projects.

What You Will Learn:

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Course Features:

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Career Opportunities After Course Completion

After completing our Java Programming Course in Kochi, you’ll be ready to pursue roles such as:

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1. What is BCA with AI & ML? The Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) with Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML) is a three-year undergraduate program blending core computing skills with advanced AI/ML technologies. It prepares students for industries like healthcare, finance, and e-commerce, where intelligent automation and data-driven decision-making are transforming the future.

2. Why Choose BCA with AI & ML?

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Industries hiring AI/ML experts include IT, healthcare, fintech, e-commerce, and automation. Freshers can expect ₹5–10 LPA, with experienced professionals earning ₹20+ LPA in India and even more globally.

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Looking to launch a successful IT career but stuck in Sudhowala? Don't worry, bro — you don't need to move to Delhi or Bangalore anymore! Learning Java locally with placement support can completely change your career game.

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In today’s digital-first world, mastering Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just an option—it’s a smart career move. If you’re looking to build a career in one of the most in-demand tech fields, it’s time to explore the possibilities of AI training in Coimbatore. With the right guidance, hands-on projects, and career support, you can gain the skills needed to thrive in this fast-growing domain.

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What You’ll Learn in This AI Course

This course has been carefully structured to provide a comprehensive understanding of AI concepts, even if you're just starting out. Key topics covered include:

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One of the standout features of this AI course is the focus on real-world projects. Learning by doing is at the core of this training. You’ll work on industry-relevant projects like:

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