#it's not reallllly minimalism this is like

[citrinesparkles]

how many sideblogs is too many sideblogs

[wingscreation]

hm this is a bit interesting to say the least. I'm not really iffy about time travel in general and parallel universes could be interesting if done right.. just a lot to think about

Link to article

https://www.eurogamer.net/naoki-yoshida-on-dawntrail-criticism-community-feedback-and-the-future-of-final-fantasy-14

[remnant-verse-if]

Ahhhh.... so I read the update for before the incident....

Not that I wanted to... but I kinda had to choice because you forced me to by updating the damn thing 😑

I have aloot to say so welcome to a rant! 😏

1. I loved the update. Reluctantly so.

No seriously I really realllly reallllly enjoyed it!

2. And it was so long!

3. I loved the fact that you actually referenced A if you confessed and having guilt when it comes to picking any romance options.

4. Lots of action and The flashback with MC and A in high school was actually so great and I love the lore.

5. Love how MC and literally just be a vengeful little goblin.. it's alil scary but I like it.

6. I adore your humor in certain passages and the fact that MC doesn't just go along with everything but questions things.

7. I actually like Syo and tenth so much the dynamic between them is very sibling like.

8. Being told I'm not a rebound was tough. 🤦🏻‍♀️

9. I kinda am hugely crushing on H tho knowing you they are gonna be a villain and I'm gonna hate it 😑🙄

10. That dream about A was too sad..why the hell would you do that 😭

All in all this game is becoming a bit of me. I really do love your writing and I enjoy it more with each update. It almost makes up for the trauma you put me through losing A and then making me sad with each flashback with them.

I do have one question tho:

Is it at all a possibility to have a bit of unintentional romance? Like an obliviousish MC. Gentle touches, weird connection, very much in denial we are just friends/i dont care/antagonistic type MC. Not even noticing they are even falling inlove or care about anyone especially the MC that confessed to A. Because they aren't ready to move on, they don't intend to fall for anyone. It just happens.

I get that the shyish MC options when you aren't boldly flirting especially again if you confessed to A or they confessed to you are there. But to me that's more of an MC that just wants to move on, rebound as you said it that just wants to kind of forget. And throw themselves into someone else to help them heal leading them to actually caring for real. Some of those options like asking H out just screams let me see if I can pretend none of this happened and feeling guilty about it. Because asking out someone to dinner like right after they died seems kinda.. like it's a bit quick. Same with the Shy 💜 options with syo. Which is why it actually perfectly screams rebound vibes and where ROs would be rightly cautious to get involved with a still grieving MC that romanced A.

This is all just my opinion tho so if not I completely get it. I just had that thought. But thank you for the really great update and sorry this is so long. Like I said when I like something I tend to over analyze it 😅🤣♥️

Ooo, I'm really happy that you're invested in this IF! It shows me that it's worth working on 😁😁

It's good that you like the new characters! I'm also happy that you appreciate the extra effort I went through to add extra lines if you romanced A and then tried to flirt with someone else. It just felt right to include because it would be super jarring if the MC just moved on without acknowledging their past relationship. It was kinda satisfying writing a character calling out the MC about the rebound thing haha 😁

I'm surprised about your point 4. I thought it was minimal action since I only included one fight in the update which is much less compared to my other IF. Although, I definitely approached fights a lot more intelligently when I was writing this IF.

For your point 5, all I can say is that the journey will be as arduous as the other MC in Remnant 21 : V

For your point 6, I'm surprised you caught that. It was an additional scene I added since I wanted the MC to go to the fog, but ended up in the haunted house. At first, I planned to make the MC just go with it, but then I thought it would be nice to add a little friction with MC and Syo. Good eye!

Me reading point 9: 🌝

For your point 10, the angst has to be there 😔😔😔

As for your long question, that would be interesting to explore (Where an MC slowly realizes they are falling for someone). I would say there's a possible chance for a character to do this. Probably not all the ROs would have this option, but maybe one or two. Like a choice with [❤ ?] next to the option. That would be interesting.

As for your mention of H's date offer, I realized I should have probably changed it to lunch rather than dinner. I forgot the implications of dinner vs. lunch in that context :V I definitely will change that to lunch!

Thank you again for reading my story! Do not worry about sending long asks, it shows me that you're invested in my story which I really appreciate ❤ Not only that, it's nice that you caught all the small little details I added to the story. I hope you enjoy the next update in the future!

[terraliensvent]

https://ibb.co/wNj5R6Z

When did this become a thing? There's no rule in the server about it. Nor has there been an announcement about this new rule.

Dont get me wrong, i get it. Its a server with minors in it. Its smart of em. But, there is no rule about it that id seen?? Besides that point... How you going to control someones profile like that??

Its not like its going to stop the minors from seeing it regardless. Cause if the two dm cause commission or whatever, they are still going to see it anyway?! And you reallllly cant tell someone they have to change their pfp OUTSIDE the server. Its their profile afterall.

This is 100% why i believe minors shouldnt be involved in CS spaces too. Because regardless of any rule put in place about nsfw content.. They will still see and be subjected to this content if theres a customer/client chat going on due to commissions. You can control a persons server profile, but outside of that... You cant.

And if the adults all start putting in their ads "Please no minors, as it makes me uncomfortable," or whatever other thing they could write... Will probably get bad backlash in a server full of well...children. Including some of the actual adults too. I can just see this being a huge thing from both sides.

The minors being upset they cant offer their art/comms. The childish adults who just cant handle too... Then a big ol whine fest about it all.

Even though the adults are just trying to keep the minors and themselves safe.

But ye.. Either way... This rule should probably be announced and added in bold somewhere. Cause i didnt, nor have seen, this one in this server. Still a worry, but... Still glad its there too.

I just am seeing both sides of what could happen here though.

i mean im gonna be fr, i do not see the issue with this. i think its pretty implied that no NSFW whatsoever is allowed seeing as terras has always advertised itself as being minor friendly, so it would just be looped in with the no NSFW images rule.

there is a trade discussion chat, if the person wanted to keep their actual profile NSFW but have talks about comms they can do it in the other chat, it doesnt HAVE to go to dms

also ive really never seen an issue with people saying they only want adults to commission them, and even if someone complained i dont think itd be received well by other members or by staff

i understand your angle of playing devils advocate but i honestly dont think this is an issue, at best its an attempt to minimize any foul play and exposure of NSFW to minors, and at worst its a measure that, while effective in some areas, has some oversights in others

i know terras has been pretty dead but yall gotta have better topics if ur gonna put it in my inbox lol (kidding)

Editing to add: NSFW pfps/profile banners are also against Discord TOS as a whole. checkmate liberal

[twilightzebby]

SPOILERS FOR DOCTOR WHO: THE STAR BEAST

Now that I'm not looking through hype anymore (aka now that I'm calmed down from fanboy levels lol), here's my honest opinion of The Star Beast episode.

There's too many damn plot conveniences.

The episode started good (gonna ignore the Series 4 recap as that's for new-comers to the show), loving The Doctor shitting bricks at seeing Donna again and hearing Rose's name.

Then it goes into mid territory with an overpowered Sonic Screwdriver (since when does it have teleport, forcefield, and hard holograms as features?! Thank goodness it's still blocked by deadlock seals...); a UNIT Scientist who really shouldn't have been able to escape the possessed soldiers coming down the stairs she was right next to; and a "whoops we wrote ourselves into the corner" with how Donna & Rose could simply let go of the metacrisis in order to save themselves.

It really feels like they focused too much on adapting The Star Beast's comic and didn't give much thought into how to resolve the DoctorDonna stuff...

The new intro sequence, while audio is good, visually it's too choppy and those transitions reallllly didn't flow organically. (Also I swear it's based off a fan made intro on YouTube, I recall seeing one on YT that uses a similar paint splotches design)

The new TARDIS has to be the biggest they've ever built holy fuck. However, it's too clean, too minimal, too medical looking. Give me more colours in the TARDIS! (Also they better use all that space, otherwise that's a lot of money down the drain!)

So overall, I'd give the episode a 6.5 / 10, removing points for the glaring many plot conveniences...

I have hopes Parts 2 (Wild Blue Yonder) and 3 (The Giggle) will fair better because they aren't tied down by things like Series 4's DoctorDonna stuff.

In any case, I feel like RTD's original plan of having a flashback episode to 10th Doctor & Donna (instead of 10th as 14th) would have worked far better.

Reminder: These are just my own opinions and you are free to have your own opinions, as long as you are not toxic about it. :)

[sn0wpetal]

3 ingredients to add to your skincare routine ♡

Hey babes! I'm super excited today to share with you some awesome ingredients that you should be adding to your skincare regimen. I've been doing a lot of studying lately to give all you gals and pals the latest scoop on the best ingredients for your face!!

ok, so before we get started I did want to add a disclaimer, I'm not a licensed esthetician, I just reallllly love skincare. so please take what I say with a grain of salt and make sure these are right for you before adding them to your regimen!

Japanese Indigo ♡

highlights:

Plants extract helps comfort irritated skin

Helps support the skin barrier

Helps provide anti-inflammatory relief

Helps flush away toxins and irritants

Supports the natural barrier function

Possesses restorative and smoothing properties

good for psoriasis

this versatile plant is phenomenal for sensitive skin,, and those prone to acne as well as soothing dry, itchy skin. Ok, so obvs i had to add this one to the list, right? there's this brand called "Tatcha" that have wonderful creams with this ingredient!

Niacinamide ♡

Form of b-3

Helps treat acne

Helps build keratin

Helps skin grow lipid barrier

Reduces inflammation

Minimizes pore appearance

Regulates oil

Protected against sun damage

Treats hyperpigmentation

Minimizes fine lines and wrinkles

Protects against oxidative stress

this can be found both in topical and in supplement form, and is a form of vitamin b2! Not only does it reduce inflammation, but it also helps keep skin smooth and moisturized. This is a def add to your list, and "The Ordinary" has a very inexpensive product with it! I personally absolutely love it, also I just wanna mention that no links are affiliates on this post :)

Azelaic Acid ♡

Anti-inflammatory

Treats acne and rosacea

Cleans pores

Treats acne scarring

so we all know and love acids like glycolic and aminos, but what about azelaic? this acid is antimicrobial, and encourages cell turnover! it comes in the form of a lightweight cream-gel system, and is great for all skin types!

Reinforces skin barrier

Increases hydration

Fewer visible lines and wrinkles

Ideal for all skin types

Work most effective with fatty acids, glycerin, and cholesterol.

these lipids are found in the skin cells and make up 30-%40 of ypur outer skin layer. They help create a barrier to prevent permeability, which then locks moisture in.

Well guys! That's all I have for today. These are just some wonderful skincare ingredients you should be looking for in your products! Bye babes <3

[patchun]

So. Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl. It has been a rollercoaster of emotions these past few months, as we have waited for its release. Today, I am thinking rationally, so here I'll be laying out my perceived pros and cons of these games.

PROS:

Following Pokemon

Online Underground

Updated Contests

New model poses for some Pokemon

Challenging postgame

Prettiest 3d entry in the series

Cute 3D Gardenia model

Seems as though it will be possible to complete the National Dex with minimal interaction with Sw/Sh

CONS:

No Battle Frontier

No Distortion World

Forced annoying Friendship mechanics

Likely no Megas

Likely no/minimal stat or movepool buffs

Forced EXP Share

I felt it was important that we not forget the pros amongst this flood of (mostly) bad news. In particular, the lack of Battle Frontier and stat/movepool buffs are reallllly big flaws in my opinion, and will definitely serve as major downsides to the game. The friendship mechanics thing is hard to visualize, just how bad that's going to be, but I have a feeling that will be worse than it is in plain text. The lack of Megas is also really annoying. However, I have a small shred of hope remaining that we'll get DLC that includes both Megas and the Battle Frontier. Let me dream.

As far as positives go, though, following Pokemon is really big! That's going to be really cool. The online Underground also seems like it'll be awesome, and being able to catch Pokemon from the Nat Dex before you even have it will really open up your team options (looking at you, Fire types). The other really big one here is the cute 3D Gardenia model updated Contests! Perhaps even if Mega Lopunny isn't in the game, I'll be able to use my shiny Lopunny to destroy the Contest Hall. I do think that these games will probably be best if you go for the 100% completion, and it's something I'm excited to try. I remember actually being serious about contests back in the original games, getting all the medals and everything. So I'm excited to do that again.

Ultimately, if this pros and cons list remains the same, and nothing changes with the Day 1 patch or further DLC, I think these games will be 6 or 7 out of 10 at best. Which, considering that I think SwSh were 0/10 games with literally nothing valuable in them, is a step up!

It's just a huge shame, because looking back on everything, I think it's very clear that ILCA really does care about making these games good. But it seems that Pokemon executives gave them barely any time, and they had to decide, "alright, what can we accomplish within this time limit." And it honestly seems like they did a pretty good job with that. But fuck the Pokemon executives, and fuck the Pokemon company. Just gotta remember that they are who we should be angry with, not the developers.

I hope that ILCA will be able to continue to work on the game after release and expand it further. I hope that we get some Platinum content as DLC. With that, I think these games could really shoot up to being some of the best Pokemon games of all time. It just depends on whether the Pokemon Company is going to force something else on them immediately after release, I think.

So, I won't be cancelling my preorder. I'm going to try to enjoy the games as they are and pray (and keep submitting tickets to Pokemon Support >:<) that we get more.

However, I do think, and I genuinely mean this, that this will be my last Pokemon game. I'm really tired of this obviously painful cycle, and of supporting it. According to Centro Leaks, we'll be getting a lot more from Pokemon next year than we expect, and uh, yeah, I really dread that.

[londonloves]

incinerate- sonic youth!

I can’t believe I’ve never listened to this sonic youth one bfore. But yeah I havn’t. So my first thought was the beginning reminds me of the Peanuts tune (snoopy 🐾). despite this I can definitely take it seriously ha and I reallllly like this one…I’m just a sucker for that relaxed and kinda simple sound. how do they do it??? it seems pretty minimal compared with their rlly noisey stuff but it’s pretty addictive ‘you doused my soul with gasoline’… I love that part of the melody A LOT btw

[yamithediaperdork]

From attack mode to big baby mode (YGO 5DS)

From attack mode to baby mode

The first thing Yusei noticed when he woke up was that he'd apparently been moved in his sleep. It was the only way to explain how his normal room had suddenly gotten a make over of having baby blue walls with a series of chibi duel monsters on the walls , Toss in the fact as he sat up he could see he was in a crib, not to mention there being a well stocked changing table against one wall with a diaper pail next to it and well, no shit he'd been moved. One worrying fact about the diaper pail though was that his name was on the thing. 'Last time I checked I don't wear huggies..that's more of a Luna and Leo thing.' He thought and went to stand up and forth as a loud crinkle was heard and there was a bulk between his legs. 'Then again..' A blush came to his face as he reached down and poked at the massive white diaper that had dragon type themed tapes and he realized he was in just his new found padding and a blue t-shirt with 'Lil stinker' on the front in white letters. He also realized as he poked his padding that he was one very soggy little guy. Oddly this didn't seem to bug him as much as it should, most of his discomfort came from the fact he wanted out of the wet diaper then he was in a nursery and dressed like a big baby. "Uh..Hello? anyone there?..I could er.. reallllly do with a diaper change." he called out looking around his apparently new room. there was a baby monitor on a dresser so he was sure someone would be in shortly, and he noticed a toy chest filled with stuffies that oddly were calling his attention. Taking in stock of his new bed, he noted the crib was about the size of a queen sized bed, with a very soft mattress and had more of the chibi duel monsters on the sheets and from the crinkle and crackle he guessed there was a rubber sheet on under the main one. there was a light pink fuzzy blanket that he'd been covered up with and a like wise pink pillow with more then a few wet spots from where he'd been drooling up a river in his sleep. there was also a stuffie of the ancient fairy dragon, looking a little worn but as he saw it a silly grin came over his face and with one hand on the sturdy wooden rail of his crib, he bent down to pick it up. As he did so he let out a HUGH fart though then had the curious feeling of a lot of hot mud filling up the back of his diaper as he tried to figure out what had just happened, looking puzzled and getting his stuffie and hugging it to his chest. 'Huh.. some kinda warm mud spell?' He thought at first then it ever so slowly dawned on him as the smell reached his nose what he'd done. 'I just..I just made ..In..My diaper..With..No control?' He thought, hugging the stuffie close and whimpering. Again oddly he wasn't as embarrassed as he should of been it was more he didn't like the warm squishy feeling or the smell and without any self control started to tear up then bawl. "I went poopie! Wahhh!" he sobbed like a big baby. The door to the nursery opened up and there was Luna, in a set of pink jammies and rushing over to the crib. "Shhh shhh it's ok Yusei, it's alright, big sister is here!" She coo'ed to the distract over sized baby and then she was lowering the bars. Her nose seemed to wrinkle at the smell but she didn't say anything about it, only muttering words of comfort as she helped him out of the crib. Leo followed her after about 20 seconds though he reacted as if he'd hit a wall as the stink hit him and held his nose. "whew! I told you that prune baby food was a bad idea!" He joked and grinned. "Leo! Not now! the baby is upset!" She scolded as she Helped Yusei up onto the changing table, his diaper squishing as he got on there and making him bawl louder. "Shhh it's ok Little Yusei. Big bro and sis are here, Just play with fairy dragon like a good little one and we'll get you alll cleaned up." Yusei had  a lot of questions, but none of them came out as he instead just sniffled and whimpered and then nodded. "Otay." He lisped.

One smelly diaper change later during which Yusei had at one point held the stuffie to his face and whined 'stinky') and he was feeling much better in a clean diaper. He'd had a red and pink paci popped into his mouth and forth himself nursing on it lots as Leo and Luna fought over how to dress him for the day. "you got to dress him yesterday, it's my turn to pick." Luna said, hands on her hips. "Yeah but I'm trying to protect my little bro! you're gonna dress him like a sissy again!" Leo huffed, arms crossed. "Don't be jealous just because he can pull off a dress and you can't." Luna teased and made Leo huff and blush. "Besides, Little Yusei loves his pretty dresses don't you?" she added, turning to him for a answer. Hugging his stuffie and in just one of the bulky dragon diapers, Yusei found himself nodding and grinning around his paci, though not sure why. "Fine! I give up! it's gonna be a house of girls!" Leo huffed and threw up his hands in mock frustration. "I guess it does help our little bro is SUCH a cute sissy though." he added and patting Yusei's head. the big baby coo'ed and giggled at the head pat while Luna went and picked out two outfits and held them up for Yusei to pick. The left outfit was a light pink top with a darker pink skirt, with a pair of light pink socks and a panty cover that was light pink with darker pink ruffles on the butt. The right outfit was a full on dress, Light blue with puffy shoulders and a longer skirt section, and came with a pair of white tights. "So Little one, which outfit do you wanna wear today? I know we're going to the park but it's ok if you get these dirty..It's Leo's turn to do the landry." Luna said with a impish grin. "Oh, REAL mature." Leo huffed and gave a playful light punch to his sisters shoulder. Yusei squirmed, looking back and forth at his choices and realizing that while never in a million years would of he normally of wore either of these, right now he was actually having a hard time picking which one he wanted! in the end the pink choice seemed like it's be easier for playing in (Somehow the idea of going  to the park like this less scared him and more had him happy and excited) and he pointed at it. "Oh good choice! you're going to be the cutest baby there!" Luna coo'ed. "pffft, like he would have any competition if he went in just his diapers. we've got the cutest baby bro!" Leo said. "heh, true!"

Getting the big baby all dressed up took some doing, Yusei honestly kept getting distracted by his stuffie and was making the twins do all the work. But soon he was looking at his reflection and grinning, letting the paci fall from his mouth (it had since been attached to a ribbon and a paci clip which was then clipped to his top) and he coo'ed at the baby gurl in the reflection. "Pwetty!" he giggled and wiggled his hips back and forth. He'd somehow gone from questioning all of this to more or less accepting his situation, though there was a small part of his mind (and getting smaller by the second) wondering just what the heck was going on. "yeah you are. very pretty." Leo said and came up and patted Yusei's ruffled butt. "I'm man enough to admit when I was wrong, this is a very cu- Eek!" Leo went from talking to yelping suddenly  as Luna tugged the back of his blue jammie bottoms open and looked down. "Good boy Leo! only some skid marks!" She praised and Yusei started to giggle. "Lunnnnnaaaaa! Not in front of little bro!" Leo huffed as she had him turn around and poked the front of his pants. "Hmm a little soggy, but much better then last week. somebodies almost ready for big boy undies!" She said. Leo went from beaming with pride to then scowling. "Hey! you said these WERE big boy undies cuz they're washable!" He huffed, hands on his hips. "Their still training pants Leo..but ok, I yield to your logic. go get a dry pair on, you know how you can get when your over excited." Luna said and then kissed his cheek and sent him on his way. '..Apparently she's the only fully potty trained on e in the house.. neat.' Yusei thought and giggled at just how silly the whole thing had been. "Come on Lil sis." Luna said and winked as Yusei giggled. "let's go get some num num's in you. don't want a attack from the grumpy monster just because your hungry." As she spoke she took Yusei's hand and lead him to the kitchen where a high chair was ready for him and got him seated and the tray in place with minimal fuss then got him a bowl of cheerios to munch on and a baby bottle of cold white milk. As he munched away Leo came in, having changed into his normal outfit but Yusei noticed the slight puff in the butt as he bent down to get a box of fruit loops out and pour himself a bowl. while the padded boys had their cereal Luna apparently preferred some Eggo's and the three apparently now siblings munched and mostly ate in silence, only broken when as Leo was drinking the last of his milk from his bowl some of it went down the front of his shirt. "I uh..guess I better go get changed huh?" he asked sheepishly. "Maybe you should start wearing one of Yusei's bibs." Luna teased but winked to let him know she was kidding. "nah, like you said, I'm doing landry today anyways. be back in a flash." Leo said and excused himself from the table. before he was totally out of the room Luna called after him. "Make sure you use the bathroom. I'm not packing extra training pants today!" "yeah yeah!" came his reply.

with herself and the big baby fed Luna had Yusei stay in his high chair while she went and got dressed, then coming back she let him out of the highchair and lead him back to the nursery as they started to pack a large pink diaper bag that read 'fairy princess Yusei' on the side. again this was something that SHOULD of had the young adult blushing but instead he just giggled and coo'ed. "Let's see, we're gonna be out for about 5 hours..so to be safe I'll bring five diapers. I know you don't potty THAT often Lil sis but better safe then sorry." Luna said and Yusei shrugged and popped his paci into his mouth and suckled. Luna grabbed the five diapers then paused and turned around. "Can you show big sis how many five is?" She asked, smiling. Yusei giggled and thought that was a silly question and went to hold up the right amount of fingers and beamed. "Oh so close! that's only three! but it's ok." Luna coo'ed and patted his head. the small tiny part of Yusei's mind was befuddled, how could of he made a mistake like that? the rest, just enjoyed the head pat and coo'ed.

to be continued

[thehalalgirlofficial]

praise journal

a. halim

what makes a. great:

introspective

mature

wise

always willing to lend support

minds her own business

doesn’t get involved in politics or risky situations

doesn’t want bad for other people, even if they’re terrible to her

super forgiving

a major realist

minimalism

makes dua for any and everything

has a lot of tawakkul

cares a lot about her parents

generous

economical

values conversation, looks for substance

quirky sense of humor

prioritizes our relationship over others

an observer

is always willing to admit she’s wrong when she believes she’s made a mistake

a good mix of logical and passionate

isn’t quick to speak and understands words carry weight

ridiculously good penmanship

business acumen

always doing favors

welcoming and warm to those she likes

more artistic / creative than i could ever dream to be

a really good gift giver

very practical in her expectations from life, herself, and others

spending time with her always feels beneficial, even if it means being on the phone for hours until i fall asleep

she forgives people for things they can’t forgive themselves for

gives good advice, but isn’t quick to give her opinion on a matter

reallllly good at consoling other people

very intuitive

a natural born problem solver and leader

looks out for those she cares about and genuinely wants good for others

prioritizes deen over all other aspects of life

doesn’t care much for material possessions that don’t benefit her or make her life easier

sees the good in other people

[365daysofsasuhina]

[ 365 Days of SasuHina || Day Three Hundred Fifty: In the Shed ] [ Uchiha Sasuke, Hyūga Hinata, Uchiha Mikoto, Uchiha Fugaku ] [ SasuHina, pregnancy ] [ Verse: Best Years of Your Life ] [ AO3 Link ]

He’s looked for it everywhere. And yet, to no avail. H even goes so far as to call his parents, asking if they recall seeing it anywhere around their place. Mikoto gives a thoughtful hum, trying to remember while her husband gruffly assures her there was no way it was there.

“Well honey, I’ll look around, but honestly I don’t think there’s too much of your stuff left here. You’re sure it’s not there with you?”

“I don’t think so...at least, not that I’ve been able to find. You’re sure there aren’t any boxes of mine left there?”

Another sound of contemplation carries over the phone. “...well...if there are, we’ve probably moved them to the shed. That’s where most of the more random things get stuck anymore. Ever since we did all those remodels, it’s become a bit of a hub for lost things. If you want, you can head on over and check. Why all the fuss about it?”

That gets him to pause. “Just...feeling nostalgic. Been a while since I’ve seen it. Y’know, the older I get, the more I tend to kinda...look back and remember.”

Mikoto can’t help a laugh. “Oh believe me, you have much more of that to look forward to, dear. It’ll only get worse from here!”

Chuckling in tandem, Sasuke smiles against the receiver. “Well...if I have some time this weekend, maybe I’ll drop by and look.”

“All right, honey. We’ll be home, so any time is good.”

“Thanks, Mom. See you then.”

“Bye!”

Ending the call, Sasuke considers his mobile for a long moment before stuffing it back in his pocket, mulling the conversation over. Odds are it is somewhere in that shed. Hopefully nothing’s gotten to it...moths, or mice.

“What was that all about?”

“Asking Mom if she knew where it was.”

“Did she have a clue?”

“Might be in the shed there. Which...is a bit convenient, seeing how they’re going to be home.”

Stepping up beside him, Hinata tilts her head curiously for a moment before brightening in understanding. “...oh! That’s a great idea! I’ll go with you, then.”

“Yeah. We’ll just hint we were on our way somewhere else, decided to swing by and look. They’ll never suspect a thing.”

A hint of mischief shines in Hinata’s eyes. “I n-never thought you’d be so underhanded.”

“Oh, please - it’s not like there’s going to be any harm. Just a little surprise.”

“I know, I know. Just teasing you. Anyway, I was going to fix some lunch - hungry?”

“For your cooking? Always.”

The rest of the week passes in typical fashion. Hinata heads back to work as a first grade teacher, always eager to get back to her class and the job she loves. Sasuke, on the other hand, remains at home. It’s where his office is after all, as an independent architect. His days are spent emailing clients and working on new models, occasionally traveling for expos to pick up new ideas and learn about the newest materials and styles. But this week is rather tame: nowhere to go, and most of his current projects toward the end of their development cycles. A few more weeks, and he can open up again to a new round of bids.

But first, the weekend arrives.

The drive to the other side of town isn’t exactly strenuous, and the pair embark in the late morning after Sasuke texts his mother and announces their travel plans. Her reply reveals she’s excited to see him - doubly so when she hears Hinata will be joining him. Already she assures him there will be a hearty lunch upon their arrival. Or...after their perusal through the shed in search of his desired object.

“Do you think she has any clue?”

“Nah...doesn’t seem like it. She’s pretty shrewd, so...honestly, if she thought something was up, she’d have said something by now.”

“Oh, I hope not...I want to see the look on her face. And this is the perfect way to do it!”

“I hadn’t even thought of that when the idea struck me to dig it out. Honestly it all just had me sort of nostalgic.”

“I’ve been the same way...maybe I should dig out some of mine. I think my father still has those boxes at his house. Couldn’t really take them with me to college!”

“Yeah, same. I mean, I didn’t have that many, but...I’m pretty sure what I did have is over there.”

“Well...guess we’ll find out.”

“It better be...otherwise, I have no idea where else to look.”

“There’s no chance you...got rid of it, right?”

“Nope.” The admittance makes him go ever so slightly pink, though he knows he has no reason to. “I don’t think I ever could. And I looked through all my unpacked boxes, so...either it’s at my parents, or...I dunno. Maybe Itachi ended up with it.”

“That would be weird…”

“I’ve run across some of his stuff with mine every so often. We just swap.”

The conversation idles on until their reach the proper neighborhood. The house, from the outside at least, looks pretty much the same as it did growing up for him. The only real difference is the addition of a front porch. It’s the inside where Mikoto and Fugaku have done the most work renovating.

Much of it is Sasuke’s own designs, his parents eager to help support his career.

Mikoto makes her way out to greet them, burying them both in hugs. “It’s so good to see you! Gosh, you two just don’t make it over here often enough!”

“Well, we’re not retired yet,” Sasuke jokes in reply. “Some of us still have jobs and mortgages.”

That earns a hearty laugh. “I know, I know...now, do you want to go digging first, or eat?”

“Dig, I think. We’ll work up our appetites braving the shed.”

“Oh, please - it’s organized! Just dusty - we hardly ever go in there. But there’s nothing to worry about. If the boxes are there, you’ll find them no problem.”

“Thanks, Mom.”

Hinata follows as Sasuke makes his way to the back yard, whereupon sits a rather unremarkable shed. At one time it had served as a playhouse for the brothers, but now is a glorified storage container for things no longer suitable for the house. “All right...let’s see what we’ve got.” Undoing the latch, Sasuke lets the door creak open.

Two rows of shelving divide the space, all chock full of boxes and loose paraphernalia. Every box, to his relief, has a label on the front in black marker. “All right...you take that wall.”

“Got it.”

Scanning the box fronts, Sasuke sees mostly his parents’ belongings: stuff packed out after the remodels to help minimize clutter. A few have his brother’s name on them.

“...I think I found them!”

Glancing over, Sasuke sees his wife point to a few boxes, one of which has the sublabel he’s looking for. Grinning, he opens the flaps, digs around...and pulls out a dusty, slightly-worn dinosaur plush.

“...mister Roary.”

Hinata beams. “He’s so cute!”

“I was such a dino nerd as a kid…”

“...should we head in, then?”

“Yeah.” Closing the box back up, Sasuke considers it a moment. “...should we take the rest?”

“Hm...maybe another time. We k-know where it is, now.”

“Yeah, true.”

The pair then head into the house, smiling as the Uchiha pair greet them fondly. Well...Mikoto is a bit more exuberant than her husband, who gives acknowledging nods.

“Oh, you found it!”

“Yup. Right in the proper box.”

“Oh good, good...it’s been so long since I’ve seen that stuffed animal…” Mikoto looks to it fondly.

“Yeah, me too…” Considering the plush in his hands, Sasuke glances to Hinata before offering, “...figured he was in good enough condition, might as well let him have a round two.”

Expression a bit uncertain, Mikoto tilts her head. “...what do you…?”

Fugaku, ever sharp, stiffens before his wife does.

“Round two, I…” After a pause, her eyes go wide. Staring at her son, she then looks to Hinata, resting dainty hands on her shoulders. “Are...are you saying…?”

“We’re going to have a baby!” Hinata blurts, unable to take the tension any longer. She and Mikoto both burst into excited laughter as Sasuke and Fugaku exchange a look, and a nod.

Latching onto her son, Mikoto beams. “I was wondering what brought this on! You sly thing!”

“You know me,” he replies, embracing her back.

“When are you due, Hinata dear?”

“August. Around the twentieth or so.”

“Another Summer baby, oh good! Boy or girl?”

“We’re leaving it as a surprise,” Sasuke replies.

“Oh, I hope for a girl...I always wanted a girl,” she muses. “But! Either way, it will be so exciting! I won’t be able to stand the waiting…”

“How do you think we feel?”

“You have to indulge your mother, dear. Have you told Hiashi yet?”

“No, not yet.”

“Oh, I bet he’ll be thrilled! Happy to see the family growing again.”

Hinata gives a soft, somber smile. “...yeah.”

The pair stay for lunch, enduring all of Mikoto’s questions as Fugaku lets his wife do all the talking. Only once they’ve exhausted her are they allowed to leave.

“Bye you two! Take care, and make your way across town more often, all right?”

“Will do,” Sasuke calls back before getting in the car.

“Well...I think that worked out perfectly,” Hinata praises.

“Yeah, it was definitely worth the drive. Hope you’re prepared to be hovered over until August.”

“Oh, I’m sure that’ll be the least of my worries.”

                                                      .oOo.

     Well, it's...very late, and I'm very tired. Had a very bad, stressful day so...it was nice to end it with some fluff, but I'm exhausted OTL I dunno if the mystery was much of a mystery, but...I tried? lol      I live for Mikoto gushing about her future grandbabies. Heck you canon for taking that from me xD      Anyway, I...reallllly need to go sleep - thanks for reading!

[sunnysideofsaturn]

2019, oh how you’ve destroyed me.

basically i’ve seen a ton of posts like this, especially by one of my best interweb pals (lookin at you, C @hey-im-pan ) and it’s inspired me to make one of my own! i journal a LOT but it’ll be interesting to try and sum everything up in little synopsis.

*side note: i struggle with anxiety, depression, insomnia, and ocd, so those and their effects may be mentioned. be cautious. This also doesn’t include a lot of the more personal instances, so don’t take it as an accurate representation of what it is like living with these issues*

January:

Honestly, not much happened. I went on a college visit trip with a few of my friends to my dream school, which was stressful but informative, and my anxiety attacks were far and in-between. Sleep schedule was wack (has been since 7th grade), but i was functioning. Dysphoria (i’m nonbinary, but hadn’t really even come out to myself then) was pretty high this month in particular for some reason, so i finally started trying to convince my mom to let me cut my hair off. (I had like 2.5 feet it was a mess)

February:

Finally came out to one of my close friends as pan, kinda accidentally but she was chill with it :) My grandma had a weeklong sickness that scared the shit out of me, but she got better for the time being. I was constantly pushing myself academically and physically at practice, but my grades were taking a bit of a nosedive because i didn’t have the capacity to deal with everything, but i bottled it up because i hate feeling weak. I continued to explore my sexuality, and started to research the gender spectrum.

March:

School and Crew (rowing sport) were the only things on my mind at all times. I started having more anxiety attacks again, and decided it was time to talk to my doctor about going back on meds after 3 years off them. IB was kicking my ass, but i’m so grateful for all of my teammates for giving me an escape on the water. Started to accept I was non-binary.

April:

A month full of good vibes i really needed. Got my drivers license on 4/20. I hiked my grades up with the help of extra credit, held a “wedding” in a Dillard’s try-on section, and spent a few days of spring break at the beach with two friends. I finally cut my hair off!! That feeling was literally incredible and i try to get a haircut every other month to actually keep up with it now. Saw endgame, died inside, and competed in an art show! I was doing really well, so I went off my meds again (don’t do that without a doctors permission like me).

May:

BAdddd time to be off meds, anxiety and depression were dropping my health and IB finals kicked my ass and the class i had been most excited about taking had become my worst at this point, but I got through the exams without missing any. Went to Jr. Prom though! We actually used going to Jr. Prom as a coverup to throw a surprise birthday party for my best friend. I still have no idea how she didn’t figure it out. I also started talking to one of my internet buds, Rosie. She’s helped me through so much she doesn’t even know about, and it such a beaut inside and out <3

June:

MADE IT TO PRIDE MONTH!! I finished my actual finals with minimal panic attacks, and join a Parkner discord! That was short lived, but from it was born… The What the Actual Fuck Fam, whom i love dearly. You guys still crack me up, and i know i’ll always have people to fall back on ( or help me commit murder.) Turned 17 and watched Monty Python (again.) Was forced into not one, but tWo bible camps, but also went to my first pride in my city! I have never felt so loved by so many people i don’t know :)

July:

Depression hit me HarD. I was constantly in a bad mood and taking it out on other people and myself, and I was losing even more sleep. Went back on meds for a bit. I got to see Far From Home, but pretty much isolated myself from anyone in my real life. July is always hard for me to get though for some reason. On a happier note, I started talking to @winterrs-child , who I now love dearly and @exbrodokills , which started out by exchanging memes but i think we can now call a friendship :D

August:

More depression, yayyyy, but Rosie and my irl friends helped me through it so much, even if they didn’t know it was happening. I finally came out to my parents and grandma as pan. They honestly took it pretty well, even if my grandma thinks it’s a ‘phase’. Also came out to C, B, and T as non-binary. Ya’ll were the first people I told after a YEAR omg <3 developed a huge celebrity crush on a cosplayer i won’t name even though they’ll never see this :’) Also fell back into the kiribaku pit after finally stabilizing my Parkner obsession. Also, joined a sapphic server which is basically a big gay support group :) (thanks to Rosie)

September:

Started my senior year of high school. So far, it’s pretty much been one big panic attack but i’m managing. I’m a mentor on the crew team this year and have adopted pretty much every underclassmen on the team. I love them all equally (except for my favorites) Cut my hair even shorter! I love it! Got back into writing poetry and short stories after an intense writer’s and reader’s block that lasted for almost a year. Went off my meds again (I should stop doing that, ik) Went to a Harry Potter fest, which was great, but started building up major anxiety for planning the rest of my life.

October:

SPOOP MONTH. October is my favorite month, so I was determined to make it good. Went on a couple more college tours, but also celebrated fall and halloween with my favorite people. Came reallllly close to stabbing my IB Bio teacher, but he’s survived, so far. Cosplayer mentioned earlier followed me on insta, cue gay panic. i also accidentally created a huge cuddle pile of 30 girls on my team in the captain’s backyard. It was as amazing as it sounds :0 Applied for 6 colleges

November:

CAVETOWN omg. I was also murdered with a bent hammer (don’t ask) and my mental health was pretty stable. I joined yet another server created by the cosplayer, and have made so many friends through it, plus gained a new dad figure :). Contemplated buying a binder on black friday, didn’t and deeply regret it (planing on getting one with the christmas money i get from my homophobic grandfather we pretend doesn’t exist) Discovered the goodness of Baby Yoda. Did pretty much no spanish homework. Solid 7/10

December:

Honestly, school wise december has been the most stressful month of this year so far, and the 2nd worst depressive episode. I’ve written 6 essays and done 5 projects this month and that was not a good time for the already low seratonin levels. i got waitlisted for the school i mentioned earlier, but was accepted into the other 5 :) I got to see an Of Monsters and Men concert, and I’m trying to push thorough til break, but my grandma has been getting sick more and more frequently over this year and now she’s been in a lot of pain for over two weeks and in and out of emergency care 6 times. Just hoping to make it to 2020 with everyone in tact and healthy :) I’m doing a secret santa with my friends im looking forward to. My friends have been amazing support through all of this mess, even if ii didn’t tell you about it, and i love you all!!

special mentions:

@donnaschaunamanon

@dawdlzdoodles

@harleykeenerprotectionsquad

@bumbblebeeeeee

@lykkesw

@chai-studying

@hey-im-pan

@pumpkinparkner

@everyone’s users i don’t know/remember

[i-want-to-be-manhandled]

also in case anyone was wondering why i've been so depressed on main lately:

-i failed to get a summer job bc i was sick until like june and then they were all taken. literally all of them. redneck suburbia is small. and the volunteer thing i signed up for hasn't scheduled me a single day yet and it is julyyyyyy... im doing odd jobs here and there but i really wanted some money (for transitioning!!!) and work experience (for fucking life assuming i dont kill myself within the next 3 years!!!) this summer and i didn't get it. now i have to work during the school year and im probably going to end up in a hospital from mental breakdowns

-as a result i am incredibly bored and basically confined to my house. in the past i confined myself to the house but now id just kill to do like anything. im stuck in the basement with my sister who is cool 99% of the time (the only thing she really does that bothers me is she insists on singing way fucking lower than her range which is still lower than i can sing and it makes me really dysphoric, she's been doing this a lot the past few days) but i want the fuck out i want to be anywhere but my fucking house

-i have like 2 or 3 friends from high school i still talk to regularly even tho its been a year since graduation and they all are super busy with their jobs and being actual people and having lives and partners and things that i just? can't have for whatever fucking reason

-i went to college out of state so as a result all of my friends live in virginia and we voice chat on discord a lot but i really want to see them in person again... i also rly want them to hug me because i'm getting touch starved again

-my new cats aren't helping with my touch starvation a whole lot because they're skittish little kittens and won't let me pet them for very long if at all

-im really anxious about transitioning for some reason? like i dont want to be seen as a girl ever again in my sad life but im afraid of taking t because im afraid i won't like what it does to my body and then i'm afraid it makes me invalid too. everything makes me dysphoric and whenever I'm only having minimal or no dysphoria it makes me anxious bc what if I'm not reallllly tagged and other stupid shit i know isn't true but messes with my head anyways

- not that im seriously putting effort into finding a partner rn bc i don't wanna date as kieran in this town but recently most of my close non-cis then-single friends suddenly got into relationships and now i'm done with "guess nobody wants to date a trans guy" and back to trying to figure out why i'm so attractive and cool to everyone who loves me platonically but haven't attracted a sliver of romantic attention in over two years. seriously as i am typing this my skin hurts from lack of physical touch please someone take one for the team and hold my hand

anyways sorry i'll shut up now but my life just sucks a fucking lot im accepting any virtual hugs you can spare for a poor trans guy just trying to make it till August 24 when his life gets to start again

[black-they]

“Speaking of nirvana,

It was there.”

- Seigfried, Frank Ocean

Looking back on my relationship and getting over sophie, ive learned a lot honestly learned a lot. I feel a lot more mature but just as naïve and impulsive yk? Its such a paradox, 20. I feel like this quote reminds me of that. 20 is complex like its not just one emotion or intensity. And within that theres great goods. Really beautiful shit but u can miss it if you dont push throw the reallllly shitty majority. Like imagine having come across nirvanna and having been searching for something somehow greater, than youll not appreciate having literally walked through the highest of high. I think 20 is poetic. Reoccuring themes happen, like a real vinegette and shit. You start to come into your skills. Fighure out who and what really makes your soul smile. You learn how to take care of yourself; its almost like a year long motherhood phase. You learn your own favorite foods, and when u need to tap out, or just nap. However new borns cry a lotttt and mothers barely get any sleep, but all mothers find it a minimal sacrifice for a literal miracle. For 20s it takes a little convincingtho. 20 is also humbling. You realize your real mortality often. If not through really poorly planned nights or questioning when your next meal or smile. You love really hard too. Idk i have BPD technically but u do stupid shit in love for sure. You let people treat u in a way that wouldve gotten your younger brother slapped by u if said to me 5 years ago. But i really loved them. I think thats whats been making it so hard to chose an emotion of how i feel about the situation and it’s lingering effects. Im proud that i could love so hard. Scared of how i had no clue how much i would sacrifice my own happiness to do so, and further, how long it took me to realize. But i loved. I loved. I can say i have loved and that an honor. The cold kisses from the passenger seat on drives home in December while our song played were real to me. They made me stomach flip and twirl like in the movies. So what if they were just passing time or getting a sick thrill from abusing someone, i loved; i did my part and enjoyed at least that. I was struggling with listening to our song (Obstacles by DOLKINS) but i realized i can look back on those memories with a fondness. At the time i felt a lot of joy. And i can ruminate on that instead, center myself. The song now feels empowering almost. I made an original association and just up and changed it. I think thats when ur really over someone. Not when u want nothing to do with them, or when u hate them, or even when they hurt you: it when u start changing the meanings of the things they had defined in ur life. When you start making independent rules for yourself rather than that couple hive mind co regulatting eachothers feelings. Anyways i just feel like i can look back and feel the pain and know im moving further from it daily and that it just taught me a lot about myself. I can even smile at the good times and know that doesnt take away from what they did and our status but i did enjoy myself. Anyways i felt like that needed to be said

[gerrydrewd-blog]

Gerry Drew-Danvers is at your dining room table. Do not shoot. Please. 

He had scrawled on a note and taped on her front door. The last thing he needed was an arrow in his chest while trying to apologize. And he had no qualms with apologizing, it was something that needed to be done. Gerry would rather meet her here, out in public, than surprise her out in public and potentially get his ass whopped there. Because if Adriana wanted to do so, his mommas had told him to put up a minimal fight- because he deserved it.

A family friend worked at shield HQ and informed him when her plane had left Paris, so he would have enough time to prepare some sort of apology. He baked a lasagna (by himself! he had really reallllly grown up in his time away). Bought the bread sticks from the Italian place he remembered that she liked. He had even brought semi-expensive wine ($18!!), which he had already started on in order to calm his nerves. 

He heard the door open and all of the advice-filled pep talks he had given himself over the last two days vanished. shit shit shit shit shit shit, he covered his face with his hand and leaned back against the kitchen counter, the table was set in front of him

shit shit shit shit shit, “Audrie. Hello.” he stayed put, not wanting to approach yet. “I- I made dinner.” 

( @adrianabarton )

[sequoiadawn]

PAY DAY IS HERE, and now I’m officially broke..😍😩 I’ve heard so much hype about the Jaclyn Hill palette from Morphe that I had to go see what it was all about! 🤷🏻‍♀️ As soon as I got to the store and swatched it I could immediately tell the shadows are beautifully pigmented, there is hardly any fall-out, and they glide on the skin like butter! 🙌🏼 I have zero complaints this formula is top notch, but who could expect anything less from the Queen Jaclyn herself? 💕✨👑 I’m so excited to use this palette as I grow and learn new things because it offers so many versatile looks with the shade range provided! 💜 They had two out of three of the Morphe brushes I wanted in stock so I was happy about that since they’re so popular and hard to come by in stores! I purchased the M441 (Blending Crease Brush) and the M433 (Blending Fluff Brush). I found a really pretty NYX Glitter in a teal shade that I thought would look gorgeous with the two blue shades on the bottom left of the JH Morphe palette! 💙 I went with the Too Faced Glitter Glue for an adhesive for when I apply it. I FINALLY got my hands on the legendary Tarte Shape Tape and I’m in LOVE!!! 🙏🏼 I went with the shade Light Sand, I also tested this out in the store to find my color and I instantly knew this was going to be hands down my favorite concealer! I know a few of the members on here were debating whether or not to get it but it’s a must-have and I promise it will be your new favorite too! 👏🏼 I’ve also heard a lot of great things about the Mario Badescu Rosewater Spray for a very long time now! 🌹 I’m reallllly excited to try this product out the smell is amazing, and it’s a multi-use spray! This can be used as a setting and refreshing spray throughout the day, it soothes your skin, and can be used in your hair! Talk about a triple threat y'all, I have a feeling this is going to be one of my new favorite products! ✊🏼 The last thing I picked up was this super cute little Benefit Gypsy Globe Tin! 💕✨🔮 It says “Cable Car Cuties” on it and holds three Deluxe size samples of The POREfessional balm that minimizes your pores, Gimme Brow volumizing fiber gel, and lastly a Rockateur blush! 👌🏼 I saw a couple of these little sets in different sizes, but my favorite was the mini version and luckily I haven’t tried any of them so I’m super stoked how that worked out! 🤗 It’s currently sitting around my vanity where I’ll probably keep it forever, lol. Benefit has been killing the game with their packaging recently! 🎀👌🏼😩 This will be one of my last haul’s for awhile, the next couple paychecks I get I’m starting Christmas shopping for my handsome guy! I want to give him the best Christmas this year..💕🎁✨ But I can’t wait to see what you guys get over the next couple weeks! 🙂💙🙃