#it’s a 4-5hr drive

[longlivetv]

Loverfest tix helped me for the “second chance” era tickets but I’m waitlisted now. Probably because I’ve been to eras already.

That makes sense, it just appears that they didn’t help for this leg of the US tour, because the one out of the four of us that got a code is the one who didn’t register at all for Leg 1 and had zero boosts (but also had zero previous eras tickets, but that’s kinda moot since I’m the only one of us who did have tickets leg 1).

I think they did help the first leg, kinda, because I got a code and tickets in the great war, and I had both LoverFest and Midnights pre-order, but I know it didn’t totally help because lots of people who had one or both got waitlisted and then nothing.

I fully expected to be and should have been waitlisted this time since I did have tickets leg 1 (and I was, in fact, waitlisted). I’m very fortunate to have friends who are including me this round and that I can pay later since right now all my money is going to Waldo’s medical needs. If it doesn’t work out for me to go in the end, it’s not like they’ll have any trouble finding someone to take the unused ticket. But first, they have to even get them. Which, as we know, is easier said than done.

[alvie-pines]

my take on batfam sleep schedules (and everything else they do)

bruce

10pm - 5am : patrol [7hr] 6am - 2pm : sleep [8hr] 3pm - 9pm : work from home, sometimes dinner with the kids [6hr]

bruce has the benefit of being able to choose his own work hours and work from home. still, he pushes himself round the clock to keep on top of his life as both batman and bruce wayne. his sleep is perfectly optimized and scheduled; not a minute more than he thinks he needs to operate at peak functionality.

dick

11pm - 4am : patrol [5hr] 5am - 1pm : sleep [8hr] 2pm - 10pm : work [8hr]

dick works full time, and his body naturally needs a lot of sleep, so regretfully, rather than cutting into his sleep time he cut into patrol time to make his schedule work. ideally, he'd be sleeping closer to 10 hours, but he can't afford it.

jason

6pm - 1am : work [7hr] 2am - 11am : sleep [9hr] 12pm - 5pm : whatever he wants basically [5hr]

jason has the least time crunch, because he's the only one whose "night job" actually pays. he has a pretty passive income as a crime lord. he just needs to go out every so often and remind the streets why they pay up to him.

tim

2am - 6am : patrol [4hr] 7am - 3pm : school [8hr] 3pm - 6pm : homework & hygiene/food [3hr] 6pm - 1am : sleep [7hr]

tim is not doing so well. i hc that tim is anemic and suffers from chronic fatigue, so he needs way more sleep than he is getting. he cant negotiate his class times, and he needs to do his homework in order to pass. he's not willing to cut patrol time down past 4 hours, so that leaves him with really not quite enough time to sleep. he's married to caffeine.

duke

11pm - 6am : sleep [7hr] 7am - 3pm : school [8hr] 4pm - 8pm : patrol [4hr] 8pm - 11pm : food, homework etc [3hr]

duke is only managing because he's okay with a shorter daily patrol and doesnt need as much sleep as tim. he's also the only batfam member who actually sleeps at night.

damian

10pm - 5 am : patrol with bruce [7hr] 5am - 6am : nap [1hr] 7am - 3pm : school [8hr] 4pm - 9pm : sleep [5hr]

damian does all his homework at hyperspeed during study hall and in the car driving to and from school. because he is insane. damian also has the ability to powernap like the dead. that 1hr actually does something for him.

cass

9pm - 6am : patrol [9hr] 7am - 4pm : sleep [9hr] 5pm - 8pm : whatever she wants basically [3hr]

cass, like jason, doesnt have a big time crunch due to being unemployed and not in school. yay! she used to spend time trying to learn to read and write, but it was just frustrating for her so eventually they decided she should quit.

you may notice that there is not a single time when they are all awake and available to have a family meal. they have to plan those well in advance. its a whole event.

[httpsserene]

ʟᴇᴛ’ꜱ ɢᴏ ɢᴏʟꜰɪɴɢ ᴡ/ ʟɴ4

📖ꜱᴜᴍᴍᴀʀʏ: maybe you shouldn’t be late to any event you go to, or bare minimum don’t make any bets you know you’re not going to win. having no hand-eye coordination is not great when you’re being forced to play golf.

📖ᴄᴏɴᴛᴇɴᴛ ᴡᴀʀɴɪɴɢ: i think i’m funny. one or two dirty jokes. and reader does have a lil injury (nothing bad). not edited at all 😎

📖ᴡᴏʀᴅ ᴄᴏᴜɴᴛ: the doc says 900 words?? it feels longer idk

📖ᴘᴀɪʀɪɴɢ: lando x black!fem!reader (it’s mainly twitch trio focused-alex,george & lando)

📖ɢᴇɴʀᴇ: smau

📖ꜱᴏᴜɴᴅᴛʀᴀᴄᴋ: swang • rae sremmurd

ᴘʀᴇꜰᴀᴄᴇ: i’d like to remind everyone that the people asked for this hellscape! you 🫵🏽 asked for it. it’s long, like LONG. anyways: max is definitely the type of dude to use the cat emojis. my bad to my charles girlies, he did not make the cut for this 😔 i had to get rid of like three or four ig posts and stories to make this all fit into one tblr post, and none of that had charles content 🫠. also, the plot damn near ran away from me, but it’s barely there���it’s kinda more friend focused than lando x reader until the end! uh there’s one part in here that was inspired by tik tok comments, y’all will know which one 😅 inspired by the fact that my brother hit me with a golf club when i was a child 🙂i think i’m pretty funny so i hope you guys find this funny asl, otherwise what did i do this for?

if you want me to post the outtakes lmk

send me some requests or talk to me pls 😅

want to be on a tag list? tell me in my inbox <3

georgerussell63

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georgerussell63: off to a terrible start for golf day. my girlfriends “wife” is crashing the party, and my mates gf is already -4 after two holes 🙂

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lilymhe: light work 💪🏼 no reaction🥱

user: not his girlfriend’s wife ☠️

➥ user: who does he think keeps carmen’s bed warm when he’s not at home???

alex_albon: welcome to watch mojo! and today we’re counting down our top 10 times our gf’s ditch us for each other 🤨

➥ user: and?

➥ user: what else are they supposed to do alexander 😀

y/ninstagram: put some respeCK on my name princling, or next time i see u its on sight 😡 im aiming the golf club straight at you

➥ georgerussell63: you can’t even hit the golf ball in under three tries, or aim anywhere near the holes

➥ georgerussell63: i think i’ll be fine

➥ y/ninstagram: 😟😐 i'll remember this george william russell, ur asking for it

carmenmmundt: george failed to mention that he’s +3 already

➥ georgerussell: like, literally nobody asked you to say that 😒

➥ landonorris: drag him !!! he doesn’t get to say shit about our wife 😤

➥ carmenmmundt: *my wife

➥ user: lmfaooo im 💀

alex_albon

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alex_albon: ladies and gentlemen, introducing: *my* girlfriend 🤤✨

tagged lilymhe

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y/ninstagram: we MUST stay focused sisters

y/ninstagram: gawd damn‼️ wifey could hit me with that golf club any day

➥ carmenmmundt: fuck the club, i’ll let her run me over w the cart🥴

lilymhe: next hole, i’ll show you guys what a proper stoke is 😏

➥ lilymhe: since our bf’s seem to underperform…on the golf course obv

➥ user: AYOOO?!!

➥ carmenmmundt: okay 😇

➥ y/ninstagram: why r my thighs wet rn

➥ user: dO THEY KNOW THIS IS PUBLIC

alex_albon: i’m at a loss for words

➥ landonorris: this is literally your fault

➥ georgerussell63: can’t believe you mate 🫤

➥ alex_albon: how is this MY fault??! whattddiddiddoo

lilymhe • 5hrs ago

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y/ninstagram: idk y ur complaining? the cart is parked. on its side, but it’s parked😊

carmenmmundt: i think we’ve punished ourselves

alex_albon: should’ve left her ass at home like i said 😒

francisca.cgomes: idk even know why y’all let her drive the cart😨

y/ninstagram • 4 hrs ago

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maxfewtrell: ur joeeee kingggg. ur joe king 😐

francisca.cgomes: i wouldn’t even trust u with the scorecard—but pop off !!! girl boss shit

danielricciardo: SO I HAD TO, GRIND LIKE THAT TO SHINE LIKE THIS 🗣️🗣️‼️💯

lando.jpg

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lando.jpg: “i have the highest score out of everybody here! +26 up on y’all hoes!” - y/n

tagged y/ninstagram

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lando.jpg: BRO SAID ABSOLUTELY NOTHING 🥶🥶🔥🔥🔥

➥ maxfewtrell: SHE SOUNDS FIRE 🔥 ON MUTE ‼️💯

lilymhe: SHE GOT A HIDDEN TALENT 🔥🔥🔥 KEEP IT HIDDEN 🔥🔥🔥

➥ alex_albon: no talent ✅ JUST STRAIGHT ASS 💯💯🗣️🗣️🔥🔥

georgerussell63: THIS IS FIRE 🔥 PUT IT OUT ‼️

user: SHE SPITTING BARS 💯💯💯 PUT HER BEHIND THEM 🔥🔥🔥

user: THE SILENCE IS SO LOUD WHEN THIS HITS 🗣️🔥🔥

user: WE STARTED FROM THE BOTTOM 🔥🔥🔥 NOW WE’RE DIGGING 🗣️🗣️🔥💯‼️🙌🏽🙌🏽

y/ninstagram: y u hurt me 😪

➥ carmenmmundt: i think you’re underrated, honestly <; 3

➥ y/ninstagram: aw ty carmie :)

➥ carmenmmundt: I HOPE IT STAYS THAT WAY 🥶🥶‼️‼️🙌🏻🙌🏻

➥ y/ninstagram: bee-eff-eff-aur: be FUCKING for real 😒

y/ninstagram • 3 hrs ago

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maxverstappen1: i don’t want to laugh—man who TF am i kidding 😹😹😹

alexandrasaintmleux: how THE fuck did u manage to give yourself a concussion??!

carlossainzjr: pobrecita😪 how 😭 terrible 😭 can you tell lando to come over when ur done

carlossainzjr: hello

carlossainzjr: niña i can see you reading my messages

landonorris

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landonorris: thank you for all the wishes about y/n (not u carlos, you’re in time out). she only has a mild concussion, and verbally assaults me when i wake her up every two hours 😒 to make sure she’s alive 🤗

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landonorris: god forbid i stop her from dying 😱

➥ carlossainzjr: heyyy be nice to her she’s in another world right now

➥ landonorris: u r not slick sainz. don’t expose our affair to my gf when she’s injured

➥ carlossainzjr: she won’t even remember this 🥺

➥ user: sir👁️👄👁️, this is a wendy’s drive through

➥ user: they know this on the internet 4ever right…?

lilymhe: this girl swung the club, missed the ball, and let go of the damn club no follow through

➥ carmenmmundt: it hit the ground and ricocheted back at her

➥ alex_albon: and she got knocked on the forehead hard asl

➥ georgerussell63: the noise it made was hilarious 😂 y’all should’ve been there

➥ user: geORGE WILLIAM????

➥ georgerussell63: i’m mad we didn’t get it on video smh 😔

taglist: @saintslewis @cherry2stems

© httpsserene 2023

[menlove]

Question for poll accuracy: Would you consider 4-5hrs away as very close by?

HMMMMM not "very" close by, but driving distance/close by. like i'd go that far for a concert or a really good activity/camping

[mystiika]

jamie is, objectively, a bit of a strange guy. now, its not that his music taste itself is odd, but rather his choice of playlist names. he won't knock other people's preferences but he personally believes that life is too short for boring playlist names. the ones he comes up with are just so incredibly niche but make perfect sense to him. his playlists i've come up with so far ( except 2 & 3 which i saw & stole ) are as follows:

chugging 5hr energies in the campus library is his study/focus playlist

neon green troll living under the golden gate bridge is songs that have big trickster energy, do with this info what you will

is this a wedding or the apocalypse is pretty much entirely optimistic nihilism if that makes any sense. sorta just nothing matters so do what makes you happy

songs that taste good is songs that have really satisfying sounds or lyrics that are just objectively fun to say/sing

ruh roh raggy ( got any scooby snacks ) is his late night driving playlist

arthur's fist is based on the meme & is basically just a rage playlist of songs that are both angry & aggressive

lets commit a felony & tweet about it is for when he's either feeling like the main characte or needs a confidence boost

white noise 10hrs is still just music but its what jamie categorises as having a noisy sound. i'm not sure how else to describe it tbh

call me austin powers the way i be groovin' is songs that have a fun bass line or are a lil funky

my frisbee is got in a tree again is just sort of his generic feel good happy music, the type of thing you want to listen to if you go on a park picnic on a nice day

sometimes violence IS the answer ( untitled goose game ) is his work out or training session playlist all really high energy & intense, very hype

how to channel your inner pomona sprout is his stoner playlist because weed → herb → herbology → professor of herbology

brb gotta level up real quick is just video game songs or soundtracks he enjoys

please don't sue i have a family to feed is copyright-free music he can safely play while streaming

welcome to the chum bucket is just metal music

got that dr suess flow is just rap music

hot sauce classics is for all the old school iconic rap

tongue stained from all the pop rocks is his favourite b-side tracks

call my dentist is bubblegum pop

little berry richard & chuck ( in them we trust ) is exclusively rock & roll

rock paper scissors winner gets an autographed picture of jack black in a bowser onesie is inspired by this tik tok but basically the concept is songs that evoke the feeling of jack black while being from other artists. no particular genre or subgenre either, they are truly all over the place but all have the jack black vibe to them. one of the comments also referred to this as wizard music which, yeah 100%

& his sex playlist is titled yo yo yo & a bottle of cum but was previously called shake n bake

jamie also is v much the type to make people playlists or mixtapes that have equally strange names bc its his brand <3 hits such as: two needles in a haystack or made this you in a fever dream & the songs were actually good. or from when he was feeling Romantic: i'd join a pyramid scheme for you

that is all, ty 4 ur time

[lapisllong]

I had a friend who took me to doctor appointments (backseat, childlocked, no escape) and literally sat on my lap holding my face and making me breathe through my blood draws.

I had a friend who was moving back in with her estranged husband so we left work at 4pm every other Friday for a few months to drive 200 miles/~3hrs to where he lived to clean and organize their house before her move back. We'd then get up at 3am Monday mornings and drive directly to work.

I took two weeks off when a friend had her daughter and spent them just hanging out and being a safety net while she figured out what motherhood meant to her. (I waiting until all the pushy folks had decamped so it was mid month 2) I was there if shit went sideways, but otherwise, I just let her sort things out.

Several friends helped me move a few times, including the drive from Texas to Washington, and let me tell you! That friend was a TASKMASTER about setting up my apartment. We were unpacked and fully sorted at the end of the 4th day. She had a plan and it included us being fucking tourists for a few days before I had to go back to working. She didn't want to leave anything undone.

I packed, moved, and unpacked the same friends 4 times in 3 years. I did a move to the 4th floor apartment during the Texas Summer. I've driven 400mi / 5hrs with a friend to see a MB20 concert in another state because she preferred the opening band at that show over the local one.

Friends have helped me renovate, forced me to shower & eat in the depths of my depression, hid me from my parents when I ran away as a teen, helped me escape an abusive relationship, rotated who slept next to me on weekends when I was healing from that trauma and terrified of sleeping alone, threw me a divorce party and took care of my sloppy drunk puking self. Love, money, and alcohol flowed in both directions, and whatever one of us needed, that was how someone would show up.

Ask your friends for help. Offer your help to them. The depth and breadth of what grows from that will astound and enrich your lives beyond measure.

[chardham-tour]

Char Dham Yatra Route Map

In Uttarakhand, India, a major pilgrimage circuit called Chardham includes four holy sites: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. For Hindus, each of these locations has immense religious and spiritual significance. It is said that going on the Chardham Yatra can purify one's soul and lead to spiritual bliss. Understanding the Chardham route map with distances is crucial for pilgrims to plan their itinerary before setting out on this holy trek.

Introduction The Char Dham Yatra is extremely significant religiously since it is thought to atone for sins and provide pilgrims salvation. On this celestial journey, Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath are the four holy locations. Every location is devoted to a particular god and is surrounded by breathtakingly beautiful scenery. Map of the Char Dham Yatra Route This thorough route map shows the four Char Dham Yatra pilgrimage destinations. The map depicts the complete route, including all of the key towns and cities encountered. It also identifies important sites and places that pilgrims might come upon while journeying.

The pilgrimage begins at Yamunotri and proceeds to Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath by successive routes. This trail offers a profound spiritual experience as it passes through quaint villages, beautiful scenery, and holy rivers.

Day 1. Delhi to Haridwar

Depart from Delhi early in the morning(220km 5-6hrs). Check in to your hotel, and visit Har ki Pauri for Ganga Aarti in the evening. Overnight stay in Haridwar.

Day 2. Haridwar to Barkot

The journey will start from Haridwar, We will depart from Haridwar to Barkot early in the morning(180km 6-7hrs). Enroute we will visit Kemptly Falls in Mussoorie.

Day 3. Barkot to Yamnotri and back to Barkot

Early morning breakfast and drive to Janki Chatti(1-2hrs drive). Trek to Yamnotri will start from Janki Chatti. After darshan in Yamnotri Temple, will drive back to Barkot and overnight stay in Barkot.

Day 4. Barkot to Uttarkashi

Drive from Uttarkashi to Barkot(45km 4-5hrs). En route visit Patakeshvar cave and overnight stay in Uttarkashi.

Day 5. Uttarkashi to Gangotri and back to Uttarkashi

Early morning drive to Gangotri(100km 4-5hrs), Perform darshan and pooja at Gangotri Temple. Drive back to Gangotri and overnight stay in Gangotri.

Day 6. Uttarkashi to Sonprayag

After breakfast drive to Sonprayag(220km 8-9hrs), overnight stay in Sonprayag.

Day 7. Sonprayag to Kedarnath

Early morning drive to Gaurikund, the base of Kedarnath trek(5km). Start the trek to Kedarnath 18km one-way, perform evening darshan, and overnight stay in Kedarnath.

Day 8. Kedarnath to Sonprayag

After morning darshan in Kedarnath trek back to Gaurikund and drive to Sonprayag. Overnight stay in Sonprayag.

Day 9. Sonprayag to Pipalkoti

After breakfast drive to Pipalkot(140km 6-7hrs). Dinner and overnight stay in Pipalkoti.

Day 10. Pipalkoti to Badrinath and Return to Pipalkoti

Drive to Badrinath(75km 2-3hrs), and perform darshan at Badrinath temple. Explore Mana Village and return to Pipalkoti for an overnight stay.

Day 11. Pipalkoti to Rishikesh

After breakfast drive to Rishikesh(215km 7-8hrs). Arrive in Rishikesh, and visit Ram Jhula, Lakshman Jhula, and the local markets of Rishikesh. Overnight stay in Rishikesh.

Day 12. Rishikesh to Delhi

After breakfast drive back to Delhi(240km 6-7hrs). Arrive in Delhi by evening.

Return Trip and Char Dham Yatra Completion Upon obtaining Lord Vishnu's blessings in Badrinath, pilgrims set out to return to their starting location. They go back where they came from, seeing the beautiful scenery and holy places once more. After completing religious rites and expressing gratitude for a successful journey, the Char Dham Yatra is considered complete.

Advice and Directions for the Char Dham Yatra

Here are some crucial pointers and recommendations to make sure your Char Dham Yatra is enjoyable and trouble-free: 1. Always carry necessities including appropriate footwear, warm clothes, and any necessary prescriptions. 2. When the weather is ideal, which is the suggested month of May through October, schedule your pilgrimage. 3. Before starting the voyage, take safety precautions and see a medical expert. 4. Honor the local religious traditions and customs. 5. Maintain a healthy diet and stay hydrated while on the hike. Lodging and Amenities Numerous lodging options are offered along the Char Dham Yatra path to accommodate a range of budgets and preferences. These consist of lodges, campgrounds, ashrams, and guesthouses. Along the route, pilgrims can enjoy vegetarian meals and local cuisine at restaurants. For the pilgrims' safety, emergency services and medical facilities are also offered at specific locations.

Options for Transportation There are a number of ways to get from one's location to the Char Dham Yatra starting place, including air travel, rail travel, and driving. From there, you can go between the pilgrimage sites using local modes of transportation like buses, taxis, and shared jeeps. As an alternative, pilgrims have the option of renting private cars or taking part in planned group excursions.

Attractions in Nature and Culture

The Char Dham Yatra offers glimpses of rich cultural legacy and captivating natural beauty in addition to the pilgrimage destinations. The area is endowed with historic temples, revered rivers, and quaint villages that showcase Uttarakhand's dynamic culture. The trip is made more alluring by a number of natural features, including valleys, meadows, and waterfalls.

The Value of Advance Planning and Organizing Planning and preparation in great detail are essential to a successful Char Dham Yatra. Obtaining the required licenses and authorization ahead of time is advised, particularly for foreign visitors. Participating in group trips or hiring knowledgeable guides can offer insightful advice and support all along the way. A more seamless and fulfilling pilgrimage experience is guaranteed with sufficient planning and investigation.

Personal and Spiritual Experience The Char Dham Yatra is a trip that is both spiritual and intimate in addition to being physical. Many pilgrims claim having had deep reflection and meaningful experiences while on their pilgrimages. An atmosphere that is favorable to introspection and spiritual development is created by the calm surroundings, the chants of prayers, and the sensation of dedication. Many pilgrims view the trip as a transformative event that changes their lives and stays with them forever.

In summary Starting the Char Dham Yatra is a spiritual journey that passes through some of Uttarakhand's most breathtaking scenery. In the heart of the Himalayas, the pilgrimage route map leads pilgrims via Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, providing a life-changing experience. Whether traveling for religious purposes or looking for peace in the wilderness, the Char Dham Yatra offers an exceptional chance for introspection and spiritual renewal.

Some of the most Frequently Asked Questions about Char Dham Yatra: 1. When the weather is nice and the pilgrimage locations are reachable?

May through October are the suggested months to go on the trip. 2. Is hiring a guide for the Char Dham Yatra required? Although it's not required, hiring a guide can be helpful because they offer insightful advice, help, and make the trip go more smoothly. 3. Are there any hospitals or other healthcare services along the path? Yes, in order to meet the needs of the pilgrims, medical facilities and emergency services are offered at specific locations.

4. What lodging choices are available for the Char Dham Yatra? There are lodges, guesthouses, ashrams, and campsites available for lodging. Pilgrims have options based on their financial situation and personal tastes.

5. How long does it take to finish the Yatra to Char Dham? The length of the pilgrimage is determined by several variables, including personal preferences, the method of transportation, and the amount of time spent at each location. The entire trip often takes ten to twelve days to accomplish.

[ricco4]

Me, after driving a 6h trailer thru nearly 10hrs of stupid driver traffic: damn I’m exhausted, can’t wait to go to sleep…

My stupid brain: ok, but here me out, what if we clean and organize the house for like mmmm 4-5hrs?!?!

[iggyfing]

the Timeline of Events for any techies who may see something i don't

Thursday 6/27/24 cregga buys me kh on steam.

Friday 6/28/24 i boot up comp first thing in the morning, set kh downloading on external hard drive, est time 4-5hrs, put on kh2 game movie at 144p just to keep comp on and connected to internet. busy all day. 

Saturday 6/29/24 busy all day. only able to do some brief gold saucer things in ffxiv. 

Sunday 6/30/24 finally able to try kh. lagging out on startup credits and menus. spend literally an hour trying to navigate menus to see if i can adjust settings to make it work. close and restart game, swap usb port of ex hd, no dice. fed up, uninstall. 

Monday 7/1/24 start reinstalling, est time 4-5hrs. sentient-cargo-shorts suggests checking for graphic driver update, so i do and there's also a general system update. install both. requires restart. pause kh dl, restart. resume kh dl, steam crashes 2-3 times before it finishes. startup game, still lagging. uninstall. go back to comp updates, select all optional updates, dl, install, restart to finish installing 2 of them. on restart, keyboard backlight no longer working like it was. (if comp was plugged in, the backlight was on all the time unless i manually turned it off. now, it acts like it's never plugged in by turning off automatically after several seconds of the keyboard not being used.) system restore to Tuesday 6/25 I think, doesn’t fix keyboard problem. 

Tuesday 7/2/24 scour internet for if there's a way to fix keyboard problem. dl predatorsense and acer care center, neither have keyboard backlight settings. can't find anything helpful anywhere. guess i'm stuck like this. back to kh, try uninstalling as much as I can on comp hd to make room. get rid of discord, photos app, xp-pen tablet driver, predatorsense, and acer care center. move all important files to ex hd and delete them from main hd. whittle everything down as much as possible and there is still not enough space. give up. move some files back to desktop.

Wednesday 7/3/24 to check that it's only kh giving me problems, install multiple games from my library to the ex hd and play them all a bit. no problems.

FFW>> Saturday 7/6/24 find, dl, install xp-pen driver. requires restart. on restart all steam game desktop shortcut icons are blank white rectangles. clicking on them asks what program to open them with. selecting steam just opens the main steam page. uninstall xp-pen tablet driver, system restore to Wednesday 7/3. doesn't fix problem. games are all still installed but only accessible through steam program itself.

[trekmenepal]

Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill combines two renowned treks, offering an adventurous experience through the Himalayas with lower elevation hikes, breathtaking mountain views, and cultural exploration. Starting in the scenic city of Pokhara, the trek passes through rural villages such as Nayapul, Birethanti, Hile, Thikhedhunda, Ulleri, and Banthanti, leading to Ghorepani.

Ghorepani, known for its tranquil ambiance and panoramic northern views, is home to the Pun Magar community. Poon Hill, named after this ethnic group, is famous for its stunning sunrise and sunset vistas over the Himalayan ranges. The trek reveals peaks like Lamjung Himal (6,983m), Annapurna II (7,937m), Annapurna IV (7,525m), Machhapuchhre/Fish Tail (6,997m), Gandharva Chuli (6,248m), Hunchuli (6,441m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Annapurna I (8,091m), Baraha Shikhar/Fang (7,647m), Nilgiri South (6,889m), Thapa/Dhampus Peak (6,012m), Tukuche Peak (6,920m), and Mt. Dhaulagiri (8,167m).

Traversing the Annapurna Conservation Area, trekkers encounter diverse wildlife such as snow leopards, deer, and wild goats, along with varied vegetation. Key stops include tea houses at Tadapani, Chhomrong, Sinuwa, Bambo, Dobhan, Himalaya, Deurali, and Machhapuchre Base Camp (3,700m), culminating at Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m). A notable highlight is the narrow gorge between Machhapuchre and Hunchuli after Chhomrong.

After reaching Annapurna Base Camp, the trek returns to Chhomrong, continuing to Jhinudanda for a relaxing natural hot spring experience, amidst the Gurung community. The journey concludes at Siwa village (1,230m), followed by a drive back to Pokhara.

While the trek can be completed in 8 days, a 14-day itinerary is recommended for a more enjoyable experience. Trek Me Nepal offers this trek with experienced local guides and porters, tailored to your schedule, ensuring a memorable adventure.

Highlights

Witness breathtaking sunrise and sunset views of the Annapurna range from Poonhill.

Experience the local village lifestyle with a walk through during the trek.

Stay overnight at the Base Camp located at 4,130 meters above sea level.

Marvel at stunning landscapes featuring terraces, lakes, forests, and mountain views.

Enjoy 360-degree views of the Himalayas from the base camp.

Explore the beautiful lake city of Pokhara during the trip.

Enjoy the views of all the mountains over 8,000 meters, such as Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Manaslu.

 ITINERARY

Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu & overnight at hotel

Day 02 : Full day guided sightseeing in Kathmandu and Trek Preparation & overnight at hotel

Day 03 : Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara & overnight at hotel

Day 04 : Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul and Trek to Tikhedhunga(1,480m, 5hrs) & overnight at teahouse

Day 05 : Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani(2,874m, 6-7hrs) & overnight at teahouse

Day 06 : Hike to Poon Hill(3,210m) and Trek to Tadapani(2,610m, 7hrs) & overnight at teahouse

Day 07 : Trek from Tadapani to Sinuwa(2,340m, 6-7hrs) & overnight at teahouse

Day 08 : Trek from Sinuwa to Deurali(3,200m, 6-7hrs) & overnight at teahouse

Day 09 : Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp(4,130m, 5-6hrs) & overnight at teahouse

Day 10 : Trek from ABC to Bamboo/Sinuwa(6hrs) & overnight at teahouse

Day 11 : Trek from Sinuwa to Jhinu Dada(1780 m, 4-5hrs) & overnight at teahouse

Day 12 : Trek from Jhinu Dada to Syauli Bazaar and Drive to Pokhara(6-7hrs) & overnight at hotel

Day 13 : Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu & have a farewell dinner & overnight at hotel

Day 14 : Final Departure

Conclusion

The Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill is not just a trek; it’s an odyssey through some of the most stunning landscapes and vibrant cultures the Himalayas have to offer. From the serene beauty of Pokhara to the panoramic views from Poon Hill, and the majestic peaks surrounding Annapurna Base Camp, every step of this journey is filled with awe-inspiring moments.

TrekMeNepal allows you to immerse yourself in the diverse ecosystems and rich cultural heritage of rural Nepal. Whether you’re passing through the friendly villages of the Pun Magar and Gurung communities, marveling at the diverse wildlife in the Annapurna Conservation Area, or soaking in the natural hot springs at Jhinudanda, each experience adds a unique chapter to your adventure.

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[vkr-kayne]

I used to regularly have migraines with extreme symptoms and I just want to add onto op’s points and into detail about 1: other possible symptoms, 2: the timeline of a migraine, and 3: how they feel compared to regular headaches. The first time I had one I genuinely thought I was dying LMAO so maybe this could help someone identify it if they ever go through something similar. This is largely based on personal and familial experience so it’s by no means comprehensive

1. Additional symptoms: vision loss/tunnel vision/grayouts‚ numbness (particularly around the face, tongue, hands, and extremities)‚ body aches, vertigo‚ motion sickness & vomiting

For me my vision is severely impacted and it starts with tunneling vision, where everything under my natural sightline disappears. Flashing auras start off to the side and slowly increase in intensity, spreading from one side to the other. Things like reading and making out faces become extremely difficult. This all looks similar to our eyes’ natural blind spot except Across The Whole FOV. In worst cases basically all I can see is gray flickering static everywhere except for one corner of my vision. The auras are still present even with eyes closed (which sucks ass)

Nausea and motion sickness usually only kick in if I move around too much once the migraine starts. Because my vision and balance get totally screwed, trying to walk around or (god forbid) drive makes everything worse.

2: Timeline of a migraine (in my experience)

0-10 mins: faint auras and tunnel vision, evolves into full vision loss within 10 minutes. I usually notice the migraine creeping up and immediately go somewhere quiet to lie down for the next few hours

10-20 mins: hands and nose/mouth get tingly, eventually going completely numb. Mild headache and “metallic” feeling around face

20-60mins: vision problems slowly normalize, and feeling gradually returns to numb areas. Headache becomes severe

1-5hrs: headache stays constant. Nausea and vertigo are at their worst if I moved around too much early on

5+ hrs: headache becomes tolerable. Brain fog kicks in and makes basic decision-making & communication take more effort. There are lingering auras in vision and faint tingling in areas that were numb before. Overall more sensitive to sensory stimuli

2-4 days: same lingering symptoms that slowly become milder before fully vanishing

3: Migraines vs. Other Headaches

The best way I can describe migraines is like a sharp, electric pain, as if something metallic is near my sinuses and teeth. If you’ve ever experienced an electrical shock it’s similar to the sensation after the initial zap. Or, if you amplified the feeling of hitting your funny bone and moved it from your elbow to your head- it’s that sort of hitting-a-nerve sensation. It’s less throbbing in my experience and more like rolling waves. It’s strongest toward the front of my skull and usually worse on one side than the other. The pain is highly acute and doesn’t diminish much when changing position/environment

Regular headaches, meanwhile, tend to be a more dull pain. It usually feels like there’s high pressure in a part of my head. Instinctually I seek out a way to relieve said pressure, or to relax and release tension I might’ve been holding subconsciously. Drinking water and taking pain medicine almost always help. There are usually ways to find immediate relief of some sort, regardless of cause.

With headaches, sleeping can make the pain pass quickly (or make it disappear entirely). However with migraines, if I try sleeping through it’s like it pauses and resumes right where it left off once I wake up.

Regarding causes and treatments, I found my biggest personal triggers to be related to my diet and posture/nerve irritation. I made note of what I did leading up to migraines and noticed some patterns with certain foods. Artificial sweeteners (like in sweet tea) and nitrates/canned foods are my big triggers, so cutting back on those has helped greatly. For my dad, both alcohol and caffeine can cause them in excess so he consumes them in moderation. The other big cause for me, neck strain, largely comes from carrying things with bad posture- my most recent migraine was after a camera op gig with a shoulder mount, during which I held the shoulder mount too high up on my neck. The extra weight and pulling there caused a migraine immediately after the event. Being more mindful of my posture especially when carrying anything has made migraines far less common.

I hope most people never have to experience migraines to this degree at all, much less monthly like I used to, but just as OP said please please know there are treatments out there. Whether that means seeing specialized doctors or just taking time to identify your own common triggers, there are options. No one should have to endure chronic pain regardless of severity

okay i don't mean to be dramatic but it's downright evil how doctors (don't) treat people with chronic headaches

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EVEREST BASECAMP TREK

How did you get there?

I flew from London to Kathmandu via Delhi on British Airways. The flight cost c. £900. It’s 8hrs to Delhi and then 2hrs to Kathmandu with a 5hr lay over. I flew with one of the guests of the trip. We talked non stop during the flight. It was fun and went fast! I would say bring some cash (US$) for the Visa on arrival. $50 gets you 30 days, $125 gets you 90.

Where did you stay in Kathmandu?

I spent the first nights at ALOFT Hotel in Thamel. Aloft is a great hotel, popular with climbers and lots of my friends stay there or pass through. It is a comfortable fun hotel, but for the TSA expedition we use the Hyatt Regency which is one of the best hotels in Kathmandu. It is away from the hustle and bustle of Thamel and set in beautiful gardens with tennis courts and a swimming pool. The restaurants are great there also!

How did you start your expedition?

We had an amazing day exploring Kathmandu’s cultural sights — most notably it’s incredible temples and the Hindu cremation site on the river. We finished in the Thamel area at the climbing shops for some last minute shopping before heading back to the Hyatt for our welcome dinner and briefing.

How do you get to Lukla?

We use Heli Everest to get our clients to Lukla to begin the trek. Lukla is the start of the EBC trek but can only be reached by air as it is beyond the road networks in the Himalayan foothills.. Heli is safer and much more convenient than flying. Fixed wing flights to Lukla now depart from Ramechappe instead of Kathmandu — this is a 5 hour drive. We prefer heli! This year one group of clients were fortunate to have the super elite Italian alpinist Simone Moro as their pilot! Simone has many first ascents of 8000’ers in winter and is one of the best high altitude pilots in the world..

How was the first day of the trek?

Unfortunately we had some wet weather on the first day which is not unusual at this time of year in the afternoons on the lower parts of the route. But we still had a great trek to Phakding where we stayed at the excellent Sherpa Guide Lodge whose owner, the charming and super affable, Dawa Sherpa has been to the summit of Mount Everest, 3 times. This first day is fairly gentle with a net altitude loss and 6km of trekking which took 2hrs 45 minutes. In the evening members enjoyed some great food, (the dhal bhat was to die for) and played Jenga.

Describe the middle of the trek? Days 2–4!

The 2nd day is one of my favorites The path follows the river upwards and the scenes are very dramatic! Throw in the big suspension bridges hanging high above the valley and it is quite the thrill! But perhaps the biggest treat comes at the end as Namche Bazar comes into sight. I don’t think there is anywhere else in the world like Namche. Totally unique. The Sherpa town has no roads linked to it so everything you see is either produced locally or brought there by heli or by yak! We went for coffee at the world famous Sherpa Barista Cafe before a drink at the Irish pub!

We spend 2 nights in Namche for acclimatisation and during day 3 trek to the Everest View Hotel for lunch. Sadly there was no view of the great mountain this time as it was obscured by clouds! But the lunch is excellent and afterwards we hiked to Khumjung to see the monastery and chat with the locals.. It’s a beautiful, timeless place. We wonder how they cope in winter but somehow they do — incredible people in this part of the world. We finish the day with Coffees at Sherpa Barista Cafe and dinner at our excellent tea house.

Day 4 is the trek to Tengboche . He we start to see incredible views of the mountains of the everest basecamp trek region. The mighty Ama Dablam in particular.. The first part of the trek hugs the contours on the mountain. It’s beautiful. After lunch we cross the river and ascent 500m to Tengboche. There’s a bakery here so after a coffee we tour the ancient monastery before heading down to our tea house. Possibly the best tea house in the whole valley — the peerless Rivendell, complete with en-suite bathrooms, hot water a plenty and heated blankets!

We re guessing it gets a bit more Spartan after Tengboche?

Definitely. Dingboche is high in the mountains at over 4000m. At this point there bathrooms are shared abs the showers (if there are any) are to order. But it’s no hardship. We are in a wild and beautiful place — no one is really missing their showers! You really start to notice the camaraderie of people on the trek at this point. The evenings are colder so people huddle in the communal areas for warmth and people from all places in the world and all walks of life talk with each other and swap stories. It’s a great time.

Describe the scenery at this point. From Dingboche or Lobuche onwards?

It is BIG. Very big! I remember the first time I went to Chamonix, thinking, wow these are big mountains. Then you arrive to the high Khumbu Valley and it’s like nothing you can imagine. The scenery is breathtaking and the mountains are huge. 6,7 and then 8000m mountains loom over you. It is very, very beautiful.

The day you reach EBC you launch from where?

We go from Lobuche to EBC and back to Gorakshep. It takes about 9 hours all in all. Sadly this year I didn’t make it to EBC with the clients. One member started showing signs of altitude sickness so I stayed with them in Gorakshep. We have a great relationship with Heli Everest, which is owned by my logistics partners. They flew our member free of charge to Lukla which was amazing. He felt better immediately.

How many hours a day does one trek?

With the exception of the last day where we trek from Lobuche to EBC and back to Gorakshep the days are very similar in terms of length and structure. We have breakfast around 7 and try to leave each morning around 8am. We trek for 3hrs and then stop for lunch. Everything is cooked to order so there can be a wait — during which time we serve lashings of hot ginger and lemon tea. After lunch it’s normally another 3 hours to our destination for the night.

What happens at EBC?

Well for our trekkers it’s mostly photos! Of the famous rock that sits at the start of the camp, the basecamp itself and the part of the summit that is visible. This year one of our members staged a tennis match which was fun! He is a tennis fanatic and owns tennis clubs in Indonesia.

After EBC, do guests trek back to Lukla?

No. Our trip is an ‘express’ edition. We take the same time to go up as most operators but we whisk people down by heli from Feriche. This means guests can get the whole trip done in c. 10 days which is typically what our clients are after. Those with more time usually opt for more days in KTM at the beginning but lots like to fly in and out.

Tell us about the food on the Everest Basecamp Trek?

I’d describe it as hearty and plentiful! If you have an aversion to fried food then there are steamed and boiled options and lots of things for vegetarians. We have 3 meals a day. All provided in the cost of the trip along with an endless supply of tea. The menus are fairly similar. I usually go for eggs in the morning or porridge with honey. This year I was on a bit of a shred after the Atlantic Row so stuck mostly to the veg sherpa stew and the soups. Garlic is amazing and said to be good for the digestive and immune systems. But there’s also sherpa pizza, fried rice, noodles, pasta, the local specialty dhal batt and different curry’s. The momo (steamed dumplings) are also epic!

Once back in Kathmandu what happens?

[milkhoney531]

Personal rant

I just realized something. Growing up, I never had my needs met. Most of my life, I never had a bed frame. The only reason I had one after starting kindergarten is because I bought one last year.

The only reason I had clothes that fit me was from old job uniforms, christmas gifts from outside the family, or buying them myself when I got a job. Fuck, I once had a principal buy me an entire outfit because she noticed I wore the same outfits every week.

I haven't been to a doctor since middle school. I don't have a primary care doctor. I had to pay for one of those health clinics after being unable to walk for two years without pain, I let it get so bad that I didn't try to get care until I couldn't stand for 4 hours without vomiting from the pain, and even then it was hell just getting a ride.

I still haven't learned to drive, gotten a state ID, or even been to the dentist since around 2nd grade. I had to beg my Aunt for money just so I can buy a toothbrush and other essentials tomorrow. Hell, she is paying for my drivers lessons on saturday.

I'm going to be 22 next month. I'm moving in July. I own very little, but everything I own right now, I bought. I learned how to sew, self taught, out of necessity. I learned how to fix things for the same reason. A skill none of my siblings have, so they turn to me for help.

Most of what I own is hsnd me down clothes that never fit, so I'm going to be going through them and giving them away. After I move, my aunt is taking me in to help me out with paying for college, I'll have to save up for a new mattress. My current one is a gand me up from my little brothers, who got brand new beds, mine was in a flood and is older than me. More than half if the springs are collapsed and every night I have 1-2 springs trying to stab me in the back.

I don't think this is normal. Why do my siblings always have new, fitting clothes and such? At first I thought it was because I kept helping out financially. But, then I kept thinking back. Even before I had a job or was helping out so much, their needs were always met. Why weren't mine?

I was always expected to just, figure it out. To provide for myself somehow. I mean, I managed, but I was just a kid. I was in kindergarten when I started babysitting my siblings. Literally woken up in the middle of the night to do so. It might have started before kindergarten.

I was always expected to be a parent to my siblings. Always. I would sneak home food from school when they were sick so they could eat. I would skip meals so they had more. I would sell what little I had to pay for food and bills. Hell, I managed to strike a deal with my last period teacher to leave school early in middle school so I could be home to take care if the pets, do chores, help my siblings with homework, and make dinner. Then when I finally went to college the first time, my mom got cancer so I dropped out and came home to help. I worked two jobs, one job had me come in for 10hr shifts every morning, the other for 5hr shifts every night. When it got worse I quit the less paying job and spent my afternoons tending to my mom and trying to keep everyone in one piece.

I've spent my entire life ignoring my needs and wants to make sure everyone else's were met. I wanted desperately for my siblings to have the childhood I never had. I don't want them to ever go through what I do. And I succeeded.

And I think my dad realised that even though I'm helpful and all with everything, he knows that if I stay living with him and my siblings, I'll never be able to get my needs met or become truly independent. So he's kicking me out to go live with my aunt so I can go back to college and save up enough to move out. As scary as it is, I'm thankful for that. But I can't help but worry about my siblings, despite knowing they're in good hands and that they are nearly adults.

It's going to be really weird. I know it'll be good for me, but I can't help but worry.

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option 1: no man’s sky

PROS: easier to pick up after a workday and just hang out, gives me alien design ideas for personal projects, really good game for listening to podcasts/audiobooks while playing

CONS: i am several updates behind, i have a heavily modded save and dont know if everything i was using is compatible with the latest version of NMS. if not id have to start over cuz i had mods that affected terrain generation and that will totally break everything if i change those, my poor overworked computer doesnt always like running it

option 2: splatoon

PROS: really the only pvp game i play on a regular basis nowadays and ive been getting that itch lately, haven’t played side order yet and definitely want to, funny squid game

CONS: i am not immune to getting Gamer Mad, holding a controller really fucks with my hands after a while

option 3: either of the katamari rerolls, i haven’t finished either one

PROS: i fucking love these games and i really want to 100% both of them. another game i can kinda zone out while playing

CONS: the fucking cow and bear levels will genuinely drive me insane. also see above controller issue

option 4: megaquarium

PROS: i still haven’t finished the latest dlc campaign

CONS: i have almost every mod on the steam workshop and trying to play it makes my poor laptop scream in agony

option 5: wobbledogs

PROS: they’ve added a shitton of stuff since i last played im pretty sure. i kind of miss my abominations

CONS: every time i play this game i go into a trance and accidentally stare at the screen unmoving and unblinking for 5hrs straight and resurface unsure of where i am

there are several games i want to pick back up as of late and im having a very hard time deciding