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BERNIE VAN TIEL as TEGAN FLORRES and CHI NGUYEN as MEGAN VU in Class of '07 (2023)
#class of '07#class of 07#classof07edit#tvedit#femalecharacters#userladiesblr#femalegifsource#dailytvwomen#usercossette#ulexi#megan vu#tegan florres#megan x tegan#bernie van tiel#chi nguyen#**#mine.gif#tv
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#flptgifs#class of 07#class of '07#class of 07 spoilers#zoe miller#megan vu#tegan flores#emily browning#sarah takau#vernie van tiel#class of 07 s1 e1
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I FOUND THEIR FULL NAMES (mostly)
Okay so I rewatched the first episode and bc it's a reunion everyone has 'my name is __' stickers, the only people who aren't wearing them are Tegan and Megan, though I might just have missed them, Anyway, the canon names are
Zoe Miller
Saskia Van Der Beek
Ameila Collins (UPDATE: I previously had this as 'Chapman as that is what her husband was listed as on her phone, this could actually be her name now as she didnt tell anyone she got married to him before the reunion)
Teresa Almas (nee Al'Amis)
Cassandra 'Sandy' Cooper-Reid
Genevieve Tuke
Pheobe Stewart
Renee Williams
And Of Course-
Laura Cunningham
UPDATE
via Chi Nguyen's twitter
Megan Vu
UPDATE 2 - also via Chi Nguyen's twitter
Tegan Florres
#Class of 07#class of '07#emily browning#Zoe Miller#Saskia Van Der Beek#saskia VanDerBeek#Ameila Chapman#Teresa Almas#Teresa Al'Amis#Teresa AlAmis#Cassandra Cooper-Reid#Sandy Cooper-Reid#Genevieve Tuke#Pheobe Stewart#Renee Williams#Laura Cunningham#forgettable laura#it feels mean to tag that last one ngl#I will Happily updated it if people know Tegan and Megan's surnames#Megan Vu#Amelia Collins#Tegan Flores#GOTTA CATCHEM ALL!!
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I understand why everyone fell for Saskia but me taking one look at hot himbo jock Tegan and being immediately 😳 about it feels very on brand
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Post a spotify link ur fans are waiting
4 of them bc i feel like i post one every blue moon and bc you asked very nicely ✍🏽
#fun fact about me & blink 182. i refused to listen to them for like. a full year bc i found out the woman on their album cover was not in#the band. i felt so misled. like tv girl. why put women on your art if you don’t even have female vocals or no women in the band. i was#actually hurt. anyway i matured (forgot abt it) and they’re alright i guess…..#guilty pleasure might be one of my fave songs from rise & fall…it sounds good but so does the rest of the album#deja vu live just sounds like if they put the concept of heaven into a song. and then jay z shows up and it’s like. ok.#i like sabrina’s new album and i like lie to girls a lot……also been listening to bc i liked a boy a lot too#i like megan thee stallion’s new song too i thought adding 5 songs was mad over kill tho#anywayyyy that’s it for now. isa u are my number 1 & only spotify link fan 🤝🏽♥️#blink-182#chappell roan#beyoncé#sabrina carpenter
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From Boyfriend to baby
Louis stirred in his sleep, completely unaware of what was happening around him. The soft glow of morning light seeped into the room, casting a warm glow over the bed. He was still deep in slumber, curled up on his side with his back facing the room. His girlfriend, Jenna, was already awake, sitting at the edge of the bed, watching him quietly.
A soft smirk played at the corner of Jenna's lips as her eyes trailed down his body, eventually landing on the unmistakable bulge of his diaper under the covers. The thick, padded outline peeked out just above the waistband of his gray pajama pants. She bit her lip, amused. Louis, her strong, independent boyfriend, had been wearing diapers to bed for a few weeks now—part of the "unpotty training" they had both decided to explore. He had been embarrassed at first, and even more so as the weeks went on, especially since he had started using them.
And this morning? The familiar sag of the diaper told her everything she needed to know.
With a quiet giggle, Jenna gently lifted the edge of the blanket, exposing more of his padded bottom. The diaper was swollen, the once pristine white now a subtle yellowish tint, sagging slightly from the weight of the wetness it had absorbed during the night.
Jenna pulled out her phone, her smirk widening into a full grin. Louis would be mortified if he knew what she was about to do, but she couldn’t resist. She angled the camera carefully, making sure to capture the full view of his diapered bum, nestled cozily against the bed.
*Snap.*
The sound was quiet, but Jenna froze for a moment, checking if it had disturbed him. Louis shifted slightly, mumbling something in his sleep, but remained blissfully unaware. Jenna let out a small, relieved laugh. He really had no idea.
Satisfied with the photo, Jenna swiped through her phone until she found the group chat she shared with her closest girlfriends. They had all been curious about Louis’ unpotty training, asking for updates with more interest than Jenna had expected. Jenna had kept them in the loop—playfully, of course—about Louis’ growing dependence on his nighttime diapers. But today? Today was too perfect not to share.
Jenna quickly typed out a message:
*“Look who’s soaked this morning! My big boy is definitely not waking up dry anytime soon 😉”*
She attached the photo and hit send.
Within seconds, her phone buzzed with responses.
First, a message from her friend Rachel:
*“OMG, Jenna! He looks so cute and helpless! 😂 How does he even manage without you??”*
Next, from Claire:
*“Aww, is he still sleeping like that? What a baby! You better be careful or he’ll be in those full-time like my Tony 😜”*
The teasing messages kept coming, each one more playful than the last. Jenna couldn’t help but grin as she read them, her heart fluttering with excitement. She glanced back at Louis, who was still sound asleep, completely oblivious to what had just happened.
Jenna reached out and gently pressed her hand against the back of his soggy diaper, giving it a light squeeze. The padding squished under her fingers, confirming just how soaked he was. She smiled to herself, shaking her head. He had been so resistant at first—at least until a few nights ago, when his "accidents" had started happening. Now, it seemed like he was waking up wet nearly every morning.
"Poor baby," she whispered teasingly, knowing full well that he wouldn’t hear her.
Her phone buzzed again, this time with a message from Megan:
*“I can’t believe he actually lets you diaper him at night. You have him so wrapped around your finger. How long before he’s in those 24/7? 😏”*
Jenna chuckled, typing back:
*“Sooner than he thinks. He’s already halfway there!”*
As she sent the message, she couldn’t help but wonder if Megan was right. Louis had been getting more used to the diapers—reluctantly, of course—but she could tell that part of him had started to accept it, maybe even like the idea of being taken care of in such an intimate, vulnerable way. It was an unspoken thing between them, but Jenna could sense the shift.
Deciding she had teased him enough for now, Jenna gently pulled the blanket back over his body, letting it fall naturally into place. She leaned in and kissed his cheek softly, her lips brushing against the warm skin of his face.
“Morning, sleepyhead,” she whispered in his ear.
Louis stirred again, this time waking up with a soft grunt. He blinked a few times, his eyes adjusting to the light as he shifted in bed. He stretched, the thick diaper between his legs squishing loudly as he did. It took him a second, but as he moved, he felt the familiar bulk of the soggy padding and winced. He didn’t even have to check—he knew what had happened.
“Jenna…” he muttered, his voice still groggy with sleep. He hadn’t fully processed the situation yet, but he could feel the warmth of his wet diaper against his skin, and that was enough to make his cheeks flush with embarrassment.
Jenna smiled down at him, brushing his hair out of his face with gentle fingers. “Good morning, baby. Sleep well?”
Louis groaned, burying his face in the pillow. “I… yeah, but…” He trailed off, knowing exactly what she was going to say next.
“But you’re all soggy again, aren’t you?” she teased, running her hand over the blanket-covered bulge of his diaper.
Louis winced, avoiding her gaze. “Yeah…”
Jenna laughed softly, giving his padded bum a playful pat through the blanket. “Don’t worry, sweetheart. Mommy’s got you. Let’s get you changed into a fresh nappy for the day, okay?”
Louis sighed, nodding quietly. He knew he didn’t have much choice in the matter. But as Jenna got up to grab the supplies from the changing table, he couldn’t shake the feeling of just how much control she had over him. And deep down, part of him didn’t mind it at all.
Helping Hands
Louis shifted uncomfortably in his seat as Jenna drove them to Claire and Tony’s house. He could feel the dampness of his soggy diaper pressing against his skin, making the soft padding heavier than usual. The bulk between his legs forced his thighs apart, and every bump in the road reminded him of just how soaked he was. He tried his best to sit still, but the squish of the diaper with each movement only heightened his embarrassment.
Jenna glanced over at him with a soft smile, reaching over to give his knee a reassuring pat. “You okay over there, baby?”
Louis blushed, nodding stiffly. “Y-yeah… just, um… it’s a little…” He trailed off, not wanting to admit out loud that his diaper was uncomfortably wet. He had been hoping Jenna would change him before they left, but she had told him it could wait until they arrived at Claire’s. Now, as they neared their destination, he regretted not pushing harder for that change.
“Don’t worry, sweetheart,” Jenna cooed, clearly picking up on his discomfort. “We’ll get you all sorted out when we get to Claire’s. And Tony’s really excited to see you today.”
Louis winced at the mention of Tony. While he and Tony had always gotten along, Tony had taken to his own regression with a lot more enthusiasm than Louis had. In fact, Tony loved his new toddler-like lifestyle. Every time they hung out, Tony would gush about how much he loved his diapers and how free he felt not having to worry about “big boy” things anymore. It wasn’t that Louis didn’t like certain parts of it too, but Tony’s over-the-top enthusiasm was a bit overwhelming.
They pulled into Claire and Tony’s driveway, and Louis felt his heart race as Jenna parked the car. She came around to his side, opening the door and helping him out. As he stood up, the familiar crinkle of his diaper echoed in the quiet air, a constant reminder of his new reality. Jenna took his hand, leading him to the front door.
Before they could even knock, the door flew open, revealing Tony standing there with a huge grin on his face. His shortalls, with the unmistakable bulge of his diaper underneath, made him look just as babyish as ever.
“Louis!” Tony exclaimed, bounding forward and pulling Louis into a tight hug. “I’m so glad you’re here, man! I heard you’re back in daytime diapers too!” Tony’s excitement was palpable, and Louis couldn’t help but feel both amused and slightly embarrassed by his friend’s enthusiasm.
Louis forced a small smile. “Yeah, I guess so…” he muttered, trying not to draw too much attention to the fact that he was already soggy.
Tony didn’t seem to notice his awkwardness. “This is awesome! You’re gonna love it. Claire’s been keeping me in diapers all day, and let me tell you, it’s the best. No more worrying about anything!” He gave Louis a playful nudge. “And I bet you’re super comfy, huh?”
Louis nodded hesitantly, shifting from foot to foot as his diaper squished beneath him. “Uh, yeah. Pretty comfy,” he replied, though the dampness had long since crossed into the territory of uncomfortable.
Jenna and Claire appeared in the doorway, both smiling as they watched the interaction unfold. “Look at the two of you,” Claire teased, her eyes sparkling. “Our two little boys, reunited at last.”
Jenna chuckled, giving Louis a light pat on his padded bottom. “Louis here could use a fresh diaper, though. He’s a bit soggy from the ride over.”
Tony’s eyes lit up at the mention of Louis needing a change. “Oh! Can I help? Please, Jenna? I’ve got some of my favorite diapers upstairs. They’re super soft, and I bet Louis will love them! I can show him how much better daytime diapers are!” He was practically bouncing with excitement at the thought.
Louis opened his mouth to protest, but Jenna beat him to it. “That sounds like a great idea, Tony,” she said with a grin, her hand resting on Louis’s shoulder to keep him from backing away. “Why don’t you take Louis upstairs and get him all set up in one of your favorite diapers? I’m sure he’ll appreciate the change.”
Louis’s eyes widened. “Jenna, I don’t—”
But before he could finish his sentence, Tony had grabbed his hand and was leading him toward the stairs. “Come on, buddy! This is gonna be great. You’re gonna love these diapers. Trust me!”
Louis shot Jenna a pleading look over his shoulder, but she just waved playfully and mouthed, “Have fun!”
As they reached Tony’s room, Louis noticed the shelves stacked with neatly folded diapers in various colors and patterns. Tony had clearly embraced his new lifestyle with gusto. Louis felt his stomach flip as Tony pulled out a particularly thick diaper decorated with playful babyish prints.
“This one’s my favorite,” Tony said proudly, holding it up. “Super comfy, and it holds a lot. Plus, the powder I use is great for unpotty training.” He winked at Louis, clearly excited to share his knowledge. “It makes it so much easier to just… let go, you know?”
Louis blinked, unsure of how to respond. Tony wasted no time. He grabbed a changing mat from the corner and spread it out on the floor. “Okay, buddy, let’s get you out of that soggy diaper and into something way better.”
Louis hesitated for a moment but eventually laid down on the mat, feeling the squish of his wet diaper beneath him. His cheeks burned as Tony expertly untaped the soggy diaper, tossing it into the nearby bin. He could hardly believe this was happening—being changed like this, as if they were two toddlers at a playdate.
Tony grabbed a bottle of baby powder and, with a grin, began sprinkling a generous amount onto Louis’s bare skin. The cool powder felt refreshing, and the scent filled the room, reminding Louis just how far he had fallen into this new lifestyle.
“Gotta use plenty of this stuff,” Tony said, winking again. “Makes it easier for you to, uh, use your diapers during the day. Trust me, after a few days, you won’t even think about it anymore.”
Louis shifted uncomfortably as Tony continued the change, sliding the thick, crinkly diaper beneath him before fastening the tapes snugly. The new diaper was much thicker than the one he’d been wearing, and the bulk forced his legs apart even more. It felt strange—almost like he was being wrapped in a constant reminder of his new place.
“There we go!” Tony said with a grin, patting the front of Louis’s freshly powdered diaper. “All set. Doesn’t that feel better?”
Louis sat up, the diaper crinkling loudly with the movement. It was undeniably soft, and the thickness made him feel even more helpless than before. “Uh… yeah, thanks, Tony,” he said awkwardly, avoiding eye contact.
Tony beamed. “No problem, man! I’m just glad you’re getting into the groove. Trust me, you’ll love it once you get used to it.”
As they headed back downstairs, Louis could feel the bulk of his new diaper with every step, the thick padding pressing against his thighs. Jenna and Claire were sitting at the kitchen table, sipping coffee and chatting like two moms discussing their little ones.
“There’s our boys,” Claire said with a teasing smile. “All clean and fresh.”
Jenna grinned, standing up to give Louis a kiss on the cheek. “How’s the new diaper, sweetheart? Tony’s got good taste, doesn’t he?”
Louis nodded, feeling the heat rise in his cheeks. “It’s… fine,” he mumbled, unsure of how else to describe the overwhelming mixture of embarrassment and comfort he was feeling.
Tony clapped him on the back. “Told you it’d be great! Now we can both enjoy the day without worrying about the potty. Isn’t that right?”
Louis could only nod, his cheeks burning as the two women shared a knowing glance. As the day stretched on, Louis realized just how much his life had changed—and that, whether he liked it or not, he wasn’t just Jenna’s boyfriend anymore. He was her baby boy, and he had a feeling there was no going back.
#ab/dl diaper#diaper stories#ab/dl stories#regression school#ab/dl caption#diaper captions#wetting diaper#diaper bulge#ab/dl
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Astro observations🌺
FYI I’m not a real astrologer, just my observations :) TW🔞
The cancer moon men I know are pretty chill and laid back + funny, but the women are so bitchy and moody😭 with a big sweet tooth
Every twin I know either has Gemini or Pisces placements
You ever meet someone and their neck just stands out for some reason added points if they smell good, most likely they’re a Taurus rising/ mars. Good example is Megan thee stallion her neck is so cute to me hehe
Aries in the chart can show you the things you were introduced to at a very young age, the early memories that you think of and say ‘That was wild lol’
3rd: could’ve started learning way before you started school(like flash cards and things) siblings and cousins, music, having access to electronics early
4th: erratic home life, the woman around you could be go getters
6th: could’ve got a lot of injuries when younger, probably couldn’t have a peaceful day even if you tried, bad experiences with animals
7th: domestic abuse, might have seen people having affairs, lots of disagreements between couples
12th:paranormal events, you could’ve had a lot of deja vu moments without even knowing, tend to have strong spiritual gifts,people having ill intentions towards you
Aquarius moon or degree/ moon in the 11th tend to have a “second mom” a person that treats them like their one of their own children, sometimes even better than their own mother does. 🌚
The people with mars in the first house I know have so many battle scars on their body
Moon/cancer in 3rd love changing their voices, and they have a bad habit of not telling the whole truth / white lies
Water sign on the descendent- people are always wondering what you’re up to, no matter how much you show them they’ll still wanna know what you’re hiding
Your first house correlates to how you came into this world, I have Chiron (ruled by Virgo) in my 12 conjunct my ascendant, uhm she said she almost d*ed having me😀 and I was a C-section baby. And the hospital did her so dirty(you know much they hate black women) they didn’t even stitch her back up correctly or drain her fluids and to this day she still has problems. The also gave her extra dosages of drugs just cause she’s a plus size woman- honestly I could go on and on but it really correlates with my cap rising and Neptune/Uranus in 1st
Mercury ☌ Sun, these people voices are just💋💋 they sound so sensual and unique ugh hard to explain it but 🥴 ex. Jungkook , Tupac
Gemini/ Libra in 2nd love collecting things like figurines makeup clothes candles plushies, could easily be a borderline hoarder tho
Ives noticed that sun in 10th have a strained relationship with their father, but their later years in life their relationship gets better, or not could really go either way, also could have money issues in their early years but ends up climbing the corporate ladder. It may take you a while to tho but just know it’ll be worth it in the end :) also they always stand out at their work place in some way, the coworker that you’re glad to see clock in at rush hour cause you know they gonna handle shit
Venus- mercury positive aspects love giving out nicknames to their favorite people 🥺if they’re always calling you cute names just know they really care about you lol
Sag moons and degrees have no chill😀 like calm down bae sag anything tbh🚬
9th house ruler in the 11th could go to the same college with their old friends or could become very popular in the area they’re in, I think they’d make good bloggers
Air signs or degrees in 5th are trend setters.
Aquarius you inspire people, they could take things and make it into their own like art
With gemini here people will “copy & paste” ur looks. But no matter what it just looks like a knockoff version of what you did lmao it just never look as good as yours
Libra here people are very opinionated on how you express yourself either in a good way or bad, neither less you guys get a lot of compliments on your style
Every time I see a Capricorn rising with Neptune in the 1st it’s like their skin is see through and fragile😯makes sense tho since caps rule the skin and Neptune fogs things up. A good example is Ariana Grande her skin looks so delicate
Pluto/Scorpio in the 11th/11th house ruler in 8th, your friends could hate each other🤺 also they could have a rough life/childhood, trauma bonding or just experiencing traumatic events together is common here
Chiron in Aries (honestly any Aries placements it just depends on where it is), most people didn’t pay attention to them in their childhood in some way so they learned to be independent because of their lack of support cardinal things fr
That’s all for today! Give me a follow if you enjoyed💕
#follow for more#astro observations#capricorn#astro notes#astrology transits#asteroid astrology#astro#ask me anything#celebrity astrology#hi#Scorpio#moon#caps#cancer#Gemini#Pisces#pac#pick a card#full moon#follow#fill my ask box#send me asks#send asks#tarot#tarotcommunity#ask#libra#taurus#aquarius
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hey friends I’m looking for some reading recommendations!
I’ve just been rereading old favorites, which is a joy, but I’m hankering for something new to surprise me and capture me. I’m open to anything but have particular soft spots for:
- narrators or POV characters with distinctive, atypical voices, perspectives, or assumptions who make an ordinary or extraordinary world more interesting by being seen through their lens (ex. Martha Wells’ Murderbot, owlet’s This, You Protect)
- clever, precise plotting and storytelling such that final conclusions or reveals click together like delightful, unexpected but perfectly predictable clockwork— the sort that you can see obviously in the first chapter but only after you’ve read the last page; stories where the authors trust the reader to pay attention and figure stuff out (ex. Megan Whalen Turner’s The Queen’s Thief series, The Westing Game, Pamela Dean’s The Secret Country)
- worldbuilding with depth and texture — it feels explorable, immersive, like you could study it, like you could get lost, like other stories are going on just off the page (The Secret Countey gets a second honorary mention here, great book, I highly recommend)
- characters you can root for, especially ones that are slowly, quietly, unregretfully tearing themselves apart for something they care about (Kip Mdang from Hands of the Emperor, Newt from Designations Congruent with Things, Nico D’Angelo from the Percy Jackson books, Arthur in rageprufrock’s Presque Vu)
I like stories with momentum, stories that swallow you. I like beautiful things. I like stories that surprise me and make me think. Help a gal out? What stories have captured you?
#novels/origfic or fanfic#it’s all good#heck rec me a tv show if you want#my whole life is feeding babies and napping right now#did you know twin newborns is A Lot??#they’re perfect and I would trade them for nothing
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Ship Playlist: Cerise Hood x Daring Charming
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an ego thing ~ lizzy mcalpine
motive ~ ariana grande
taste of you ~ dove cameron
deadweight ~ beach bunny
broken glass ~ lizzy mcalpine
long sleeves ~ gracie abrams
coming of age ~ maisie peters
shut up and dance ~ walk the moon
deja vu ~ olivia rodrigo
come down soon ~ lizzy mcalpine
felt good about you ~ gracie abrams
supercut ~ lorde
in the dark ~ camila cabello
your name hurts ~ hailee steinfeld
no caller id ~ megan moroney
follow my playlist for updates
#ever after high#ever after#eah#ever after high live action#ever after high irl#ever after high cerise hood#ever after high cerise#eah cerise hood#eah cerise#cerise hood#ever after high daring charming#ever after high daring#eah darling charming#eah daring#daring charming#cerise hood x daring charming#cerise x daring#playlist#ship playlist#Spotify
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thank you for the tag cutie 🫶🏾🫶🏾 ( @ithinkimokeei )
shuffle you’re repeat playlist and make a poll
i’m shocked ella mai and summer walker weren’t shuffled. (not shocker by bey)
tagging @onherereading @lcandothisallday @ts1m1kas @abelismyfather
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tagged by sara @ohwarnette and simone @deadpoets ! thank you for tagging me beloveds <3
write down your url only using songs from your top songs of 2024 playlist🎶
deja vu by olivia rodrigo
unsteady by gracie abrams
not strong enough by boygenius
cinnamon girl by lana del rey
alien by britney spears
not my fault by reneé rapp, megan thee stallion
tornado warnings by sabrina carpenter
all this and heaven too by florence + the machine
stick season by noah kahan
hot to go! by chappell roan
i love you, i'm sorry by gracie abrams
tagging: @permanentreverie @lorenlily @dallaswinstons @jeanmoreaux @masiepeters
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And the Lord said unto thee that the potato shall be the most divine of all the vegetables.
Megan 4:20
#flptgifs#class of 07#class of 07 spoilers#class of '07#class of '07 spoilers#class of 07 s01e05#tegan flores#megan vu#chi nguyen#bernie van tiel
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Class of 07 Main Cast Character names
Zoe Miller
Saskia Van Der Beek
Amelia Collins (possibly Chapman nee Collins)
Teresa Almas (nee Al'Amis)
Cassandra 'Sandy' Cooper-Reid
Genevieve Tuke
Phoebe Stewart
Renee Williams
Tegan Flores
Megan Vu
Laura Cunningham
#cleaned up/more cohesive version of my older post which is still up both edited and in a chain with the order of discovery#Class of 07#Class of '07#Zoe Miller#saskia van der beek#saskia vanderbeek#Ameila Collins#Amelia chapman#Teresa Almas#Teresa Al'amis#teresa alamis#Cassandra cooper-reid#sandy cooper-reid#genevieve tuke#phoebe stewart#renee williams#teagan flores#megan vu#Laura Cunningham#Forgetable laura#I've left the Chapman nee Collins bc at this point we dont know and i like that ambiguity#ANYWAY very proud of myself for this#thank you chi nguyen for confirming tegan and megan ur a blessing
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rules: put your music library on shuffle, then list the first five songs that come up in a poll to let people vote for their favorite! <3
thank u for the tag @bouncytrait 💞
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do you remember a few years ago when we were all either mocking or feeling sympathy for national because they couldn't find a single good candidate for party leader? I'm getting deja vu
I mean yes, I do remember this period, but I'm not getting deja vu because the issue here isn't that there aren't good candidates. There are multiple strong candidates! This is a million light years from 2008 when Helen Clark had the caucus in an iron fist (respectful) for so long that nobody was left who COULD be a good leader. Chris Hipkins, Kiri Allan, Nanaia Mahuta, Michael Wood, even Andrew Little are all extremely competent and charismatic people (yes, even Little in the right circumstances). Megan Woods and Grant Robertson are entirely capable of doing the job well but they don't want it.
And that's kind of the rub. Jacinda Ardern is stepping down because the job has been so hard for the last five years it has burned her out, and - although she's officially denied this - the pandemic, following the March 19 terrorist attack, has led to a level of vitriol and open threat which is historically unprecedented. They cancelled the Waitangi Day barbeque this year because it wasn't considered safe for Ardern and senior ministers to be that close to the public. This is a country where up until very recently the Prime Minister was in the phone book.
So it's not a question of 'can't find a single good candidate', it's 'who the fuck would want this job, and what will taking it do to them?'. It's 'can the wāhine Māori risk putting themselves forward?'. When National was having its leadership woes nobody was worried that Todd Muller's replacement was risking assassination, except of the in-the-press style.
The hopeful note I will end on is this thread from political scientist Bronwyn Hayward, who sees opportunity and intelligent leadership in this resignation (while acknowledging the grimmer factors). I hope she's right.
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on repeat; shuffle your "on repeat" playlist and list the first 10 songs
i was tagged by @gwynbleidd - thanks!!! tagging @malefiicarum @padawankestis @carrionsflower @elvves @cptcassian @shadowglens @faerune & anyone else who wants to :-)
deja vu - olivia rodrigo
murder on the dancfloor - sophie ellis-bextor
cobra - megan thee stallion
ftcu - nicki minaj (high heels ON my tippies 💅)
perfect (exceeder) - mason, princess superstar
in your love - tyler childers (i'll wait for you till the sun turns into ashes?? HELLO??)
lovin on me - jack harlow
angels in tibet - amaarae
one of your girls - troy sivan
just another girl - the killers
#pls note i did cheat BIG time LMAO#that is to say ik a few songs ive listened to like 80 times so i am hand selecting a few <3#ive been listening to a lot of instrumental music lately while reading but i listen to the same playlist#so it's made my on repeat a bunch of random piano songs#they're nice but noooo i want to share lyrical songs lol
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