#ls 1x10

[reasonandfaithinharmony]

The way Carlos walks into the 126 firehouse: season 1 to season 5 unwilling to move past the threshold -> strutting in with donuts for everyone, just because

911 Lone Star: Austin, We Have a Problem (1x10) | Bad Call (2x08) | Spring Cleaning (3x17) | Trainwrecks (5x02)

[rosedavid]

Tarlos Wedding Celebration Event (Week 3) - favorite season 1 moment ➜ 1.10

[lightningboltreader]

Underrated: Carlos at the juice bar

Mhm yes, I see what you see. And I know there’s a lot going on in 1x10 and that it ends beautifully.

But Carlos in this scene? Rafa in this scene?

He’s so good at conveying multitudes. The patience, the affection, slight annoyance, heartbreaking diplomacy, the generosity…

AND all of it is out in public! Carlos lays out his damn heart on the sidewalk for TK to take.

When TK tells him he’s a lost boy? Carlos tucks it back in behind his polo, shrugs and pays their bill. Emphatically pays their bill.

It’s so small. But. I love him in this scene.

Carlos Reyes in 9-1-1: Lone Star (1x10)

[sageandred]

Ranking LS Disasters *by personal preference

(only doing the major ones that were big and/or filled an entire episode // I didn't include the GraceJudd car accident, because I wanted to do natural disasters, but I did include 4x09 because it takes the whole episode of Marjan trying to get to safety // maybe i'll do a gigantic post of every single event later down the line)

1) Ice Storm (3x01)-The fact that this was a 4 part event (A pregnant Grace stuck in the storm, Carlos waiting for TK to wake up from a coma, Paul..it was all very good)

2) Marjan runs for her life (4x09)-such a good solo episode (mainly focussing on 1 character the entire episode can usually be a miss, but Lone Star does good in all of their character-focussed ones)

3) Dust Storm (2x14)-speaking of solo character-focussed episodes...Mateo getting his time to shine(!), but also this was a well-constructed episode and every found family based show needs an episode where the characters are split up due to unforseen circumstances out of their control, like being reassigned to different work locations. (#3 and #4 were switched originally, but I just found this episode a little more entertaining all the way through)

4) Wildfire (2x03)-They took on a big task with such a packed episode, with this being the crossover event, and with [character] death being just 1 episode before it. I like the stakes and the team moments coming together, with their own and the LA force. (we also get the mention of Mateo's LA doppelganger cousin)

5) Volcanic Eruption (2x02)-for the shock factor (+ all of the graphic gore from the opening to the episode highlight), and we get great solo character moments + support for each other at the end

6) Arsonist Fire (2x12)-We get that great tarlos plot. It feels wrong to put this above #7, because the fire's such a small part/factor to the episode, but points since there were some episode shocks and the entire arc wasn't completely predictable the way that I thought at first]

7) Tornado (1x04)-There's a sense of togetherness and feeling like a family; the disasters got better with this being so early in the show. loses points for the car between the buildings, but the story of the man with his two kids was heartbreaking, even being as stupid as he was.

8) Solar Storm (1x10)-a pretty solid plot; as an episode it fell flat in some places.. but that radiation case from space on the phonecall with Grace 😭 (this episode and the plot was flawed, but this idea was promising and I was interested to keep going into season 2, so that's why it's higher than a couple)

9) Building Explosion (3x18)-(this previous episode end leading into the big finale is purely ranked on preference) not their best disaster, and not their worst...This moment was eventful and provided some good moments for Judd/Grace and even Wyatt due to Judd being trapped in danger. This might be higher if the Judd main plot wasn't so short, although a good fake-out with a new conflict of another one of their own going down, but that Owen hallucination arc was a miss for me. The explosion itself (at the start of 4x18/end of 4x17, especially) was epic, though!

10) Plane Engine (3x08)-I really liked the response to the emergency on the plane, the father-son stuff, and the help on Tommy via phone. Episode was great; the disaster itself falls last on my ranking. It was interesting, just not that intense; this being lowest on the list is solely because there are more mishaps that ended up being more intense. Though, it was a good emotional moment. (led to the great emotional tarlos reunion, too). The parallel of the flashback to present day that led to TK confessing to Owen was beautiful!

[happilylovingchaos]

Music and Fic Monday for @lonestar-s5countdown

Sorry I’m late-ish! I’ll give a combination of recommendations for music and fanfics today (which is almost over where I am). And wow, there’s a lot involving TK (I’m getting concerned about how much he and Carlos get whumped, I don’t really care if it’s just me 😰).

([Re-])Surfacing Dive for Beginnings and Ends:

Beyond a lot of the stories written by @carlos-in-glasses, @paperstorm and @lemonlyman-dotcom that I think are also beautiful character studies of the Lone Star characters may not get explored enough (and in some cases even exploring parts of the characters that get most focus in-show), I wanted to give a few shout-outs to other, older one-shots/ full-length stories.

Lonely eyes, you don’t have to be alone tonight by @wwasted: A coda that takes place in between the bar scene and the end of 1x03. It’s very cute w/o dragging out too much of either man’s angst, which I liked.

The elephant in the juice bar by @taralaurel: Where Tarlos begins for real after 1x10, and TK tries and fails to keep a metaphor steady as he decides to take a chance.

Getting better by @lonestarbabe, Pigeonsplotinsecrecy: This fic really plays with the meaning of the words “begin” and “end”, especially with a mental health recovery arc and especially with TK. It’s not for everyone, but it describes how relatable, tedious, solitary and multicolored the process can be.

Rosa mundi by fiddlersgreen: A one-shot where TK, Owen, and Carlos make it to New York without incident and properly mourn for Gwyn… and it’s quite a spiritual experience.

You were the greatest thing by hoodieweather: TK is mournful after the events of season 2 as he goes to visit Gwyn and Jonah, but re-learns something important about life. Takes place in the breakup era. Before the ice storm? Actually def before the ice storm.

First aid by @heartstringsduet: I like to call this the gritty version of “Tarlos Begins”, only both characters have more fragile coping methods of surviving life in New York City. When those methods gradually fall apart and threaten to completely implode their lives, they have to face their respective truths and learn how to live— both with the people around them, the real versions of each other, and with themselves.

Not really bridal style by paperyowl: Tarlos begins again immediately post-3x04— with some relationship negotiating required. The author really nailed Tarlos’ voices for their first fic in the 9-1-1: LS fandom!

Haunted by the ghost of you by @strandnreyes: A sad and hopeful combination of 3x04 and 3x08, where Tarlos begins again with an unexpected end.

I’m not mean enough to fully recommend hurt no comfort Tarlos fics, or hurt no comfort fics in general (and I’m still less than a year into using Tumblr anyway), so for a definitive “end” fic in that category, I may direct you to MissPudim’s works where the issues with the whole Iris arc is addressed and Tarlos handles it Extremely Badly. Or this fic called Gone where… it’s… okay, hell. They still handle it bad, it’s still kind of an end and it’s a bittersweet end, albeit in an AU. And another one by bythebry, Ain’t got no tears left to cry.

Where all this love comes from by @carlos-in-glasses: I think I’m not the first one to recommend this story but I think it counts as a general “begins” for both TK and Carlos (mainly for Carlos, though). And I’m listening to Postmodern Jukebox while trying to re-recommend it… if you’re curious, I put one of their cover songs on the bottom of this post. Needless to say, I loved this fic!

TK (Begins):

Jewish for Himself by 7ate9: I felt a sense of completion to read a fic that goes into TK’s POV about how the religion Gwyn wanted to raise him under is, in a word, complicated (as hell). Yes, just as much as his career and gay identity. For that, I’m thankful to the author! (And not just because so many opportunities for TK’s Jewish rep was wasted…)

TK begins by writedontfight: Exactly what the title says, with a plausible and saddeningly real scar of loss in TK’s life.

Numb and Thirty days by come2gusu: TK begins again, and good GOD I’M SAD ABOUT 3x08 AGAIN nooOOOOOooO….

Carlos (Begins):

Duality of a day by @marjansmarwani: I loved this exploration of how double-edged the wedding day would feel for Carlos— the beginning of a new chapter in his life with TK, and the punch-to-the-face end of Gabriel’s own life (spoiler alert).

to build a home by @freneticfloetry: This story was the first “Carlos Begins” story I’d read. I thought I wouldn’t like the canon divergence that happens at the end, but I was pleasantly surprised!

Dancing, happy, seen by @endlesstwanted: Carlos’ POV as he falls in love at first sight with TK.

Silver lining’s gold and shining by @paperstorm: “Carlos begins”, with a little help from Iris. For me, it also parallels “Chimney Begins”.

I fell for you like a child (oh but the fire went wild) by ellay_gee: Told in a 5+1 format about Carlos’ experiences with love. It was so cute!

Tender eyes that shine by @alrightbuckaroo: Much like “to build a home”, this fic exuded “Carlos begins” energy with more focus on how the Reyes’ “identity” shaped Carlos, and him focusing on unlearning the emotional repression that comes with that ideal.

Music Recs for @tellmegoodbye:

If the Lone Star music team uses this cover of AC/DC my country-music side would be tickled. Just thought that a down-South version of a rock song would be a cool bookend to the pop collab “Old Town Road.”

Postmodern Jukebox is one of my favorite cover bands, and they’ve made a lot of songs I’ve heard of really appealing for me— retro takes on pop songs! This one cover of Oasis’ songs brought to mind another procedural spinoff, NCIS: New Orleans, for the jazz funeral feel added to apparently hotly-debated interpretations of the lyrics (I only just looked on Reddit, so…). But considering what’s happening, hearing the song in the context of Lone Star breaks and warms my heart.

[pragmatic-optimist]

This week's theme: Rec a 'gateway' fic - a fic that you read and it was so good it lead you to read multiple works by the same writer.

The rules: Tag a fic and explain why it was a gateway fic / what you liked about it. Then tag some people to see what everyone else is reading. Spread the love! I'll do the round up on Sunday again, so if you're still recc-ing on Saturday, no pressure. Please tag @welcometololaland or #fic rec friday so I can compile the masterlist!

*****

Very excited about this week’s theme because the first fic of an author you read is a little bit like watching the pilot of a TV show that has several seasons, but you’ve only just found it. So you fall in love, and before you know it, you’ve blinked and spent 12 hours binging as many eps as you can. It’s a great feeling, to chase the same elixir of magic in each story someone has written. There are several fics I could mention here, but I challenged myself to choose fics purely from memory because otherwise I’d be here all day looking through my bookmarks. 😂

911 Lone Star

No Right to Love You by @reyescarlos: If you’ve been following me for a while or if we’ve had conversations about our all-time favorite fics, then you’ve read/heard my unhinged praise for No Right to Love You. It is not an understatement to say that this story was my whole personality for the entirety of April 2021 lol. This canon-divergent season 1 finale fic is truly epic and filled me with so many feels (so much yearning!). Kim posted it one chapter at a time over the course of a weekend, and when she posted the final chapter, I was standing in line at the grocery store when I saw the AO3 notification and proceeded to let out a loud yelp of excitement. There were looks.😂 This story and Kim’s writing were worth the public embarrassment, I just love it so much. 🙌🏾 It was my first Kim fic, and I immediately inhaled everything else she had written for LS.  

Begins at Sunrise by @iboatedhere: Ah, Begins at Sunrise. I’ve read so many of Rae’s fics over the last two years, so it’s really fun to think back to the first fic I ever read. TK and Carlos have the “who are we to each other?” talk on a spontaneous beach getaway because Carlos can’t deny TK anything, and their conversations/interactions here are so Them™���. Also, it’s all just very romantic and there’s a beautiful thread of vulnerability that runs through each scene, tugging at your heart. Given that it is a story set in season 1 circa ep 1x10, I appreciate it was written from Carlos POV and gave us some insight into his headspace after TK got shot. He was so in love already. There are a lot of single lines in this fic that pack an emotional wallop in the best way. As soon as I finished reading it, I hit the subscribe button so fast, and every AO3 email notification I’ve received sharing a Rae original has been a joy. 

All Along There Was Some Invisible String Tying You to Me by @tkstrrand: Alternate first meeting AUs are always a lot of fun because I love the notion that these two people will always find one another no matter what. AJ’s dual POV, ER Meet-Cute for TK and Carlos is a personal favorite. The story is lovely, with TK worried about Owen after accompanying him to the ER and Carlos (a stranger at first, also at the ER worried about his partner) stepping in to offer TK kindness and conversation and then eventually both realizing they don’t want their time together to end (and as the reader, you realize you don’t want your time with this version of them to end either). I loved this one a whole lot, and I am grateful it led to me finding more of AJ’s work! 

Red, White, and Royal Blue

Before This, After That by @orchidscript:  

I have a rule about not reading WIPs because I’m just not the most patient person when it comes to waiting for the next chapter (know thyself, etc). So I wait until the entire story is posted, and then I dive in. BUT every so often, a fic comes along and makes itself the exception to my rule. Before This, After That is the most recent exception. I adore this fic—it’s a great example of why I enjoy reading AUs. I love seeing how a writer captures the essence of the characters as individuals as well as the heart of their relationship and translates it into a brand-new world. This AU does it seamlessly with Alex and Henry. There are certain parts of this story that really feel inspired by Henry’s line from canon, “I thought if someone like that ever loved me, it would set me on fire.” Alex is hired to help Henry recover, but he realizes it’s more than just recovering from an injury, Henry needs to be brought back to life. [insert metaphor about Alex’s presence kindling Henry’s motivation to live]

I love how Alex shows care for Henry. There is a scene early on regarding Henry’s pain meds, and through a conversation, Alex swiftly resolves it. It’s a short scene but a really lovely moment. Henry feels so seen and heard in a way that he clearly hasn’t been since being hurt (or maybe ever). The whole exchange made me 😍😭🥹. The slow burn of this fic is fantastic, and I have also really enjoyed the interactions between Bea and Henry and (gasp) even Phillip. Lol. I am eagerly awaiting the next chapter, and as I wait, I’ll be reading more of orchidscript’s catalog! 

*****

Open tag to anyone who has a gateway fic that lives in their mind rent-free, please share (and tag me so I can add more fics to my marked for later lol). 

[herefortarlos]

For the ls ask game 🚨👀 <3

Thank you for the ask, Evie 🥰

👀 What made you keep watching the show?

Ooo, what made me Keep watching the show?? TK and Owen's relationship was a big plus! For myself, I don't think I've ever seen a father and son relationship like theirs and it was very sweet and made me want more! Also, the found family aspect and all these wonderful diverse characters coming together to reestablish this firehouse. And TK of course had my heart and interest right away, and then realizing that Carlos was interested in TK when he asked him to dance at the Honky Tonk! Seeing two gorgeous looking men having a possible relationship on a TV show definitely caught my eye! And then they had their legendary make-out scene in 1x02 and I had found my new OTP, and the rest is history 🥰 Lone Star and Tarlos own my heart and ass until further notice!

🚨Emergency most likely to make you sob?

Ohhh, two immediately come to mind! The 1x10 Astronaut and Grace phone call that makes everyone cry and the song that plays during it, We Might be Dead by Tomorrow by Soko, takes me out, it's such a good and sad choice! And in 2x05, the father and daughter who are driving and crash into the truck holding the steel beams 😭 Until the rewatch, I had forgotten how much that emergency makes me sob! The father is just so concerned about his daughter that he doesn't even realize the extent of what happened to him and Owen knowing that there is realistically nothing they can do, and then with no words, him going over and telling the daughter that her dad is gone 😢 I hate it, but I love this show and all the emotion it makes us experience!!

[tkslittlesway]

I just decided to put on a random episode of LS and wound up watching 1x07. And like, I know it was focused on the whole Owen and Billy thing, but they couldn't have TK and Carlos interact, like, at all? It would have been nice to see at least something between 1x05 and 1x10 (not counting Carlos at TK's bedside in 1x08 since one of them is unconscious, lol though now that I think about it, they could have interacted in 1x08 before TK got shot, as well).

[horrorforemetophobes]

The Exorcist: Season 1 *COMPLETE*

When someone requested this on Tumblr my first thought was “what possessed you?!” Jokes aside, this one's a doozy of dread, full of freaky frights for any famished fright fan or gore gourmet. If you've seen the first movie you know what you're in for! Before You Watch: These timestamps are based on the Amazon Prime version of the show which I believe is uncut. Different platforms may vary. 1x01: 12:16-12:49. No v*, but character sp*ts frequently. 1x02: 32:17-33:16. Severity: 10/10. Character runs and v*s with graphic audio, visual and aftermath. 1x03: 39:20-39:28. No v*, but blood runs from characters mouth. 1x04: Nothing to skip! 1x05: **Please note there are prolonged scenes with visible aftermath on a main character, I've timestamped it but please read a synopsis and skip if unsure!** 02:16-03:31. Severity: 2/10. Aftermath visible on characters face. 07:29-09:05. As above. 11:39-12:50. As above.

13:10-13:34. As above.

13:41-13:54. As above.

15:38-15:52. As above.

16:35-16:43. As above.

20:57-22:28. As above.

21:50-21:55. As above. 24:08-24:10. No v*, character sp*ts. 26:19-26:25. Fluid on characters face. 26:35-27:04. As above.

28:00-28:11. As above. 1x06: 32:19-33:34. Severity: 6/10. Several characters c*ugh and g*. 34:17-34:22. Character has fluid on face. 1x07: 18:04-19:17. No v*, but character looks very unwell and may distress. 25:14-26:26. As above. 27:14-27:20. Severity: 1/10. Character g*s. 1x08: 08:48-10:13. Severity: 5/10. Visible aftermath on character.

20:43-21:23. No v*, character dr**ls. 22:00-22:05. As above. 1x09: 22:20-22:41. Severity: 3/10. Character ch*s, can be watched muted. 1X10: 22:19-22:23. No v*, but character foams at mouth. 22:41-22:47. As above. Other Content: Blood, gore, injury detail, body horror, child endangerment, child death, demonic possession, self-harm, genital injury, traumatic brain injury, car accidents, grief, animal injury, animal death, religious fanaticism, paranoia, alcohol use, sex, infidelity, psychiatric treatment, hospitals, corruption, racism, cults, satanic worship.

[cafeshopau]

I’m thinking...we make a pretty good team

[rafaelsilvasource]

RAFAEL SILVA and RONEN RUBINSTEIN on the set of 911: LONE STAR Season 1 | via Tonya Kong’s Twitter - February 2020

[reasonandfaithinharmony]

911 Lone Star: Austin, We Have a Problem (1x10) | Both Sides, Now (5x01, season 5 promo)

based on this tweet by @ TheTarlost

[sapphire11]

“We make a pretty good team” & “We just wanted to say”

Boyfriends >>> Fiancés >>> Husbands

Physically reaching for each other as they emotionally take the next step together

[notxub]

how did owen go from “he’s my son” to “i’m going to be a father”??¿??

[howtosingit]

will be very interesting to compare the 2x07 airport scene airing next week to the 4x08 airport scene airing in two weeks that was probably definitely filmed at maybe the same airport

the writers just decided to stop trying to be creative that week I guess

[morganaspendragonss]

suddenly, the sunlight

Ya girl finally got around to properly watching Lone Star, I binged it in two days, and uh..... This is the result. Hope you like it!

read on ao3

"I want to work things out between us."

T.K. still has Carlos's hand clasped in his, and he feels it twitch as he shifts to look over at him. He keeps his own eyes trained on the sky, refusing to see whatever hope or worry or sympathy is in Carlos's. He doesn't think he'd be able to bear it, not right now.

"But you're right," he continues, breathing out shakily. "We barely even know each other."

"We've got time." Carlos's voice is soft, understanding, but T.K. shakes his head, closing his eyes.

"No," he says. "I can't - I need -" He sighs, frustrated. "There are some things that can't wait."

He half expects Carlos to crack a joke here, or make a comment, or say anything really - but he doesn't. The silence soothes him, allows him to breathe for a moment and collect his thoughts into one. He stares down at their linked hands and, for a brief moment, T.K. wishes that they could just enjoy the night, like any other couple. One step at a time, and all that.

But, T.K. knows that, if they're ever going to take that first step, he needs to make this one first. Step Zero, of sorts.

"I, uh, I got some serious baggage, Carlos," he starts.

"Okay."

T.K. does look at him then, confused at the lack of curiosity in his voice, but Carlos just shrugs.

"I'm a cop, T.K. I've seen some shit too."

T.K. nods; he knows, on that point at least, they understand each other. Carlos gets the stresses of the job in a way that none of his other partners ever did, especially not Alex. Still.

"Right, but that not - I don't mean in the job." He takes a deep breath, trying to calm his racing heart. It doesn't work. "You remember I told you about my breakup? And - and my relapse?"

Carlos nods, waiting, ever patient, and T.K. feels that familiar warmth in his stomach that he so often gets around him.

"Well, I, uh, I just..."

Fuck.

He'd thought it would be easier this time, because he's already said the words, because this is Carlos. But that's the problem isn't it - this is Carlos. Perfect Carlos. Too-good-to-be-true Carlos. Carlos, around whom T.K. thinks he can finally feel again.

And it's fucking terrifying.

He shudders out a breath and squeezes his eyes shut, tears beginning to well up in them. Carlos's hand slips from his, and T.K. thinks that he's ruined it all over again, but then the car creaks as Carlos sits up and there's a hand on T.K.'s face, brushing the wetness from his cheeks.

"Hey," Carlos murmurs, far gentler than T.K. deserves. "Whatever is it, I'm here. In whatever way you want me to be, even if it is just as a friend. I promise."

T.K. opens his eyes, and something inside him cracks wide open as he stares up at Carlos. His heart aches, perhaps a warning, perhaps a blessing, but T.K. knows now he can't run from the pain anymore.

"My ex," he says, moving so they're both lying on their sides, facing each other. "I was in love with him. We didn't have the best relationship, in hindsight, but at the time it felt perfect, even though we were moving so fast. I thought, for the longest time - even after I moved here - that he was my soulmate and all that shit. I wanted to marry him."

T.K. shakes his head, pushes aside a bitter laugh. "We hadn't even moved in together at that point, but I was convinced. So I bought a ring, I asked him to dinner, and he told me that he'd been cheating on me with his trainer."

"T.K., I'm sorry," Carlos says.

"I don't really remember what happened after that; it's a bit of a blur. Feels like the next thing I knew was I was sitting on my couch with a bunch of pills, even though I'd promised my dad I'd never touch them again after I overdosed when I was twenty."

T.K. hears Carlos's sharp intake of breath, and he winces. They're in dangerous territory now, the make-or-break shit that could send him running for the hills. But he's started now; he can't stop even if he wanted to.

"I OD'd - again." His voice is barely above a whisper now, but he may as well be shouting it's so quiet here. "My dad, my team, they saved me, and we moved here pretty much right after. I guess I didn't... I never really had a chance to process it all, you know?"

A lump rises in his throat, and he has to force it down, looking away from Carlos. The silence stretches out, on the brink of becoming uncomfortable, but T.K. doesn't think he has any more words left in him, much as he wishes he did. Part of him wants to know what Carlos is thinking; the other part wants more than anything to run before he can get burned again. His addiction's caused him too much trouble with previous boyfriends, and T.K. is pretty sure it was part of the reason why Alex left him. Carlos doesn't seem like that kind of guy - T.K. knows he isn't, really - but his heart won't stop hammering in his chest, and the instinct to get out is only getting stronger by the second.

Then a hand slips into his own and Carlos presses their foreheads together. "I'm sorry you went through all that, T.K.," he whispers. "But you're not alone anymore; you've got your team, and your dad...and me, if you want."

T.K. meets his eyes. "I do. I do, I just -"

"Okay, then." Carlos smiles, that stupid, insufferable, gorgeous smile, and T.K. suddenly feels sick.

"Carlos..." He sighs. "I told you that I've felt numb, ever since I left New York. You make me feels things, strong things. And it scares me to death. I want something with you, I really do, but I'm not ready to go all in yet. I can't. I wish I could, but... I just can't."

"That's okay."

"No, it's not, I -"

"Listen," Carlos says, and T.K. shuts up, nervously biting his lip. "We can figure it out as we go. I don't care how long it takes."

"Really?" Carlos's hand squeezes his, and, for once, T.K. dares to hope.

"Really." He grins. "Besides, you, Tyler Kennedy, are worth the wait."

T.K. groans. "You had to go and ruin it, didn't you?"

But he's laughing, and Carlos's hand feels right in his own, and when Carlos kisses him - brief and feather-light, nothing like the passion of their earlier hook-ups - that feels right too.

And, a few hours after the world nearly ended, with his arms wrapped around the man he knows he's going to fall in love with, T.K. Strand is at peace.