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[cashmoneychiyo]

Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-kun Chapter 152 © Cash Money Chiyo (@grolia, bissou, jinky, @variationa and @waxlightjohn!)

[monsterously-high]

Dolls & Doll-adjacent Things I’ve Been Obsessed with This Month 💖 (plus links!)

1. Antu Dreamlike Teaparty Centaur BJD’s

I’ve thought about these constantly since they were revealed. They’re just so SWEET 🥹. I have a couple coming in this week, I really hope I get the purple one!

https://www.kikagoods.com/products/antu-dreamlike-tea-party-action-figure-bjd-blind-box-pre-order-in-2023-q1?variant=43787307057386

2. Ddung Clown Doll

Ddung is a Korean doll line I just learned about! They seem to fall between collector and playline— the bodies are study & the outfits are very detailed and well-constructed. This clown is EVERYTHING

3. Licca Chan Bunny Outfit

Okay so this is an outfit FOR a doll and not a doll itself, but oh my god look at Licca’s fluffy bunny outfit!! UGH!! Basic Licca dolls can be relatively affordable. Plus, the clothing sets usually fit rainbow high 👀

4. Dorothy Forest Spirit

These are figures more than dolls, but I just adore these little deer ladies!! I have the one with the green raindrop dress, and I bring her around everywhere to keep me company. Their sitting position makes them so easy to display!

5. Teennar Campus Blindbox BJDs

They’re fruit themed, they’re fashionable, and they’re SO baby!! There’s also going to be a series of figurines and a set of Sakura-themed recolors for this line!

[sanhatipal]

Go watch my fuzzy Luna video please

[seeminglydark]

Hello! I saw your prompt ask post and giggled when I saw were!john already mentioned >w<

I request that you draw were!john just doing anything really but if you really want a prompt then uhhh enjoying his morning with Caro or speaking to his cannon non werewolf self I suppose :]

Have a lovely trip! I love all of your stuff aaa. I bought your first physical copy of Mil-liminal and wanted to ask:

Do you ever plan on releasing a second physical copy for purchase? (sorry if you already answered this!!)

I'm gonna draw for this one, cuz I love it and any excuse to draw Were!John tbh, but I wanted to give a faster reply to the second half of the question.

If you're asking if I'd ever do a second run of Mil-Liminal, the answer is yes, I'd actually really like too if there was interest. Both Mil-Liminal and the original run of Prom Night were made with a company that I now realize didn't do proper quality checks, and the quality of the print is not worth the extremely high price I was charged for the books. There's mistakes and things I'd like to fix.

For the Director's Cut if Prom Night, I went with someone else and the difference is incredible. Higher quality and way more affordable. Honestly I'd LOVE to do a Director's Cut version of part one of Mil-Liminal, and have it include all the extra content I've added since in the Web version. I'm unsure if people would be interested in a updated version, but if so, it's something I've been considering for sure.

If you're asking about part 2, I'm finally ready to kick off work on that, and will be sharing process now that I have a better idea on how to make these books! I have a list of projects to kick off in 2025 (and between you, me and tumblr, I'm also considering an art book, I've been asked a few times, and if the interest is there, I'd love to do something like that.) so keep an eye out for sure..

And keep an eye out for your prompts, they sound fun and I'll post and tag you when they're done!

Thank you! - RJ

[palms-upturned]

I got my household accepted into a monthly free food delivery program from my county!! 😭😭😭🙏🙏🙏 we’ll start getting deliveries next month, I could cry

[crossbackpoke-check]

inspired by @colap1nto <3 and posting here to hold myself accountable: writevember! attempting to write something every day no matter how much and what it is

i am however inventing stipulations for myself so i cannot weasel my way out of it, which includes a valid definition of “write”:

actively put words into a document in the form of a proper fic!!! too many wip not enough hands!!

poems (actually laughed at me coming up with this but maybe i will go back to my roots)

research/meta/primers

tag stories are permissible IF i actually compile and edit them into a readable document that day

editing to post to ao3 (the optimism) is also valid. it takes me so long

i do have concrete arbitrary deadlines for one and a half fics that i would LOVE to finish and post in november (dewey^2 and [redacted :)]) so i’m hoping this helps!! also, this is secretly just a sticker chart where i get to put down emojis for each fic i worked on and check off boxes but a win is a win

day 1:🪻🐈‍⬛

day 2: 😇🤭 (🕒 -> 🕜)

day 3:🫃2️⃣

day 4: 🍎

day 5:🫃2️⃣

day 6: 📑, 💌

day 7:🫃2️⃣ AND ☁️💧. who is she

day 8:🪻🐈‍⬛

day 9:🫃2️⃣

day 10:🫃2️⃣

day 11:🫃2️⃣ we are on a STREAK and also a countdown 🫡

day 12:🫃2️⃣

day 13:🫃2️⃣

day 14: 📬💍

day 15: 😇🤭 (🕒 -> 🕜)

day 16:🫃2️⃣

day 17: 🔴 ⚫️,🫃2️⃣

day 18:🪻🐈‍⬛

day 19:🪻🐈‍⬛, 😇🤭 (🕒 -> 🕜)

day 20:🫃2️⃣

day 21:🫃2️⃣, 🤫 🪽🃏

day 22:🫃2️⃣

day 23: 💯❕

day 24: 🪢

day 25: 🐛🏮🦋

day 26:🫃2️⃣

day 27:🫃2️⃣

day 28:🫃2️⃣

day 29:🫃2️⃣

day 30:🫃2️⃣

WRITEMBER RECAP: an overall sucess!!!! this was so much fun and really forced me to write even if it was only a little bit every day. like, to the point that i'm debating doing a cute little twelve days of christmas snippet fest. absolutely could not have finished and published dewey^2 p2 without this challenge or posted p3 :)

thirty days of writing

twelve different fics worked on

poems: 1

i have no word count for you sorry i wish i did but it is at least over a few thousand words!!!!

times i wrote for a day past midnight (making it technically the next day) but because i was still awake i counted it for that day: at least 17 if not closer to like. 25

tags i forgot what they mean: one. what the FUCK is 🪢??? OH MY GOD I KNOW EXACTLY WHAT THAT IS NEVERMIND

duolingo streak (worked on the same fic in a row): 5

[deathlygristly]

[salt-volk]

why is the new monthly set actually kinda cute?? i feel like this is the first good set in a while lol, 4 sure worth the delay

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[bundleofboys]

The suggestion box for June's monthly exclusive is open to $10 patrons! 🗳️

Each month, a suggestion box opens for $10 patrons to send in any and all requests for the monthly exclusive art. After about a week or so, a poll goes up for all $5+ tiers to vote on which prompt they'd like to see most!

If you'd like to participate while also supporting my work, please check out my Patreon!

[stormwatersolutionsgroup]

Maximizing the Lifespan of Your Retention Pond with Proper Care

Retention ponds are essential tools in stormwater management, designed to control runoff, reduce flooding, and improve water quality. However, like any infrastructure, these ponds require proper care and maintenance to function effectively and last for years.

Neglecting their upkeep can lead to costly repairs, environmental damage, and reduced efficiency. Here’s how to maximize the lifespan of your retention pond through proper care and maintenance.

The Importance of Retention Pond Maintenance

Retention ponds are crucial in collecting and storing stormwater runoff from residential, commercial, and industrial areas. They help slow water flow, trap pollutants, and protect nearby ecosystems. Without regular maintenance, sediment buildup, overgrown vegetation, and debris accumulation can compromise the pond’s efficiency, reducing its capacity to handle heavy rainfall and increasing the risk of flooding.

By prioritizing proper care, you can extend the lifespan of your retention pond, ensuring it continues to serve its purpose effectively while maintaining compliance with local regulations.

Essential Maintenance Practices for Retention Ponds

1. Sediment Removal Over time, sediment accumulates at the bottom of retention ponds, reducing their water storage capacity. Periodic sediment removal ensures the pond retains its ability to manage stormwater effectively.

2. Vegetation Management Managing plant growth around and within the pond is essential. While some vegetation is beneficial for stabilizing soil and filtering pollutants, excessive growth can block water flow, damage structures, and create maintenance challenges.

3. Debris Cleaning Leaves, trash, and other debris can clog inlets, outlets, and other critical structures. Regular cleaning prevents blockages and ensures smooth water movement.

4. Bank Stabilization Erosion of the pond’s banks can compromise its structural integrity and contribute to sedimentation. Stabilizing the banks with riprap, natural vegetation, or other techniques helps prevent erosion and maintains the pond’s shape.

5. Outlet Structure Maintenance The outlet structure is vital for regulating water levels and flow. Regular inspections, cleaning, and repairs keep this component functioning properly and prevent overflow or stagnation.

Signs Your Retention Pond Needs Attention

Proper maintenance begins with recognizing when your retention pond needs care. Here are some signs to watch for:

Reduced Water Capacity: If the pond consistently overflows during heavy rains, sediment buildup may be limiting its capacity.

Visible Erosion: Eroded banks or shoreline areas indicate a need for stabilization efforts.

Excessive Vegetation or Algae Growth: Overgrowth or algal blooms can signal nutrient imbalances or lack of maintenance.

Clogged Inlets or Outlets: Blockages reduce water flow and can lead to flooding.

Unpleasant Odors: Stagnant water may indicate poor circulation or excessive debris.

The Role of Professional Services in Pond Care

While some basic maintenance tasks can be handled by property owners, professional services are often necessary to address complex issues. Experts have the tools and knowledge to provide:

Comprehensive Inspections: Identifying hidden problems like leaks, structural damage, or advanced sedimentation.

Specialized Cleaning and Repairs: Restoring the pond’s capacity and efficiency.

Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring your retention pond meets local and federal stormwater management requirements.

Long-Term Benefits of Proper Retention Pond Care

Investing in regular maintenance and proper care offers numerous benefits:

Enhanced Flood Protection: A well-maintained retention pond effectively manages stormwater runoff, reducing the risk of flooding.

Improved Water Quality: Regular cleaning and sediment removal filter pollutants, keeping water sources clean and safe.

Cost Savings: Preventive maintenance minimizes the need for costly repairs or system replacements.

Environmental Protection: Healthy retention ponds support local ecosystems by providing clean water and a stable habitat for plants and animals.

Aesthetic Appeal: Well-kept ponds enhance the beauty of residential and commercial properties.

How to Start Caring for Your Retention Pond

If you’re unsure where to start, consider these steps:

Schedule Regular Inspections: Frequent inspections can catch potential problems early.

Develop a Maintenance Plan: Create a schedule for sediment removal, vegetation management, and debris cleaning.

Partner with Professionals: Work with stormwater management experts to ensure comprehensive care.

Conclusion

Proper care is essential to maximizing the lifespan of your retention pond. By prioritizing maintenance, addressing issues promptly, and seeking professional support when needed, you can ensure your pond continues to perform its vital role in stormwater management.

For expert retention pond services, trust Stormwater Solutions Group, LLC. Our team specializes in comprehensive pond care to keep your system functional, efficient, and environmentally friendly. Please contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help protect your property.

[mia-seth-adventures]

Very few phone boxes left now...

[trifoliate-undergrowth]

🚨 EMERGENCY!🚨 I stood up from the deck chair I was sitting in and the neighbor's dog noticed me. BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK BARK

[hejihra]

Favorite films watched in October

Kotoko (2011)

Phantasm (1979)

Lake Mungo (2008)

The Mafu cage (1978)

The Company of Wolves (1984)

Solid Metal Nightmare box set

Ju-on The Grudge (2002)

The Wailing (2016)

Kuroneko (1968

The Juniper Tree (1990)

Creepy (2016)

Kiss of the Spider woman (1985)

Spider Baby (1967)

[aestradairio]

BEAUTIFUL PERSON AWARD! Once you are given this award you're supposed to paste it in the asks of 8 people who deserve it. If you break the chain nothing happens, but it's sweet to know someone thinks you're beautiful inside and out 🤍

*crying my eyeballs*

[vivianwrite]

Monthly Writing Summary — June 2024

I started this month off strong… only to flop hard after the first ten days. Nevertheless, I got things done! So without further ado:

The Mysteries of the Apricot Sun 🌇

Word count: 50,600

Words added: 6,040

Current chapter: 18 and 19 out of 32 (working on both at once) / Draft 1

Estimated completion: 55%

Snippet:

Darby offered her hand. Hespar took it. Together they twirled around in tight circles, syncing their movements once more. They had to, in order to keep their interlaced dance going. They spun on their heels together, pushed at the other’s arms when she pulled, backed away as the other advanced. It was pure harmony.

Notes:

This month’s writing includes a lot of Darby and Hespar moments. (For once, Hespar is actually consistently around!)

The Claws of the Ounce 🫀

Word count: 56,735

Words added: 2,345

Current chapter: 15 out of 28 / Draft 2

Estimated completion: 52%

Snippet:

“Okay.” Ash went over to sit at the dining table. Her head spun with everything she was seeing and learning, round and round and round. “Here.” Mailhairer slid a plate of steaming rotisserie chicken, a wing and half a breast, towards her. This was followed by a fork. Ash blinked hard, now even more disoriented. He’d been going to throw out the deer leg just a moment ago, right? She hadn’t even heard the hum of the microwave.

Notes:

Mailhairer’s reworked backstory was surprisingly hard to write.

The Gift of Gloves 🧤

Word count: 10,180

Words added: 660

Current chapter: 4 out of 7 / Draft 2

Estimated completion: 49%

Snippet:

It was a hot day at the abdomen-end of summer, one of those days that Taigex wished she could slip out of her fur. Even a summer pelt was too heavy for this sort of weather.

Notes:

Didn’t write much, but I came up with some worldbuilding tidbits revolving around how txentx get salt for their food so that’s something.

Wait. Could it be? 🦋

I’ve been thinking about Forest in a Shadow Box, the hiatused sequel to A Summer with the Immortal, again. Mainly about Machaon, his character is interesting (and relatable in some ways…) Part of the reason I put it on hiatus was because I was trying to appeal to potential publishers by not making the story a trilogy for certain, but now that I’ve decided I won’t be doing trad pub, I guess I can work on it again.

So I decided to rewrite it. I wrote a new opening paragraph for it, plus one sentence of the next paragraph. It’s 90 words long right now. I’m not committing to it as a project yet, but The Ideas Are There.

Tag list (optional as always): @halfbit @emwhyarentyouwriting @ashen-crest @floweryprosegarden @agirlandherquill

[oldmanffucker]

thinking about artist Archie and Frenchie both pulling random fluxus/grapefruit prompts and doing them together. Then it becoming a weekly Revenge artist exercise.

Fluxus (experimental art movement) and Grapefruit (book by Yoko Ono that embodied Fluxus) - basically ‘event scores’ or prompts for (often) performance art. They were often absurd, often ephemeral or esoteric or inevitable. Examples:

(tape piece iii and walking piece from Grapefruit by Yoko Ono George Brecht. Games and Puzzles (Name Kit) from Fluxkit. 1965, Fluxus Edition announced 1965 Page from Fluxus 1, containing ‘Flux Napkin’. 1964, Fluxus Edition announced 1966) (God I’m crying reading Grapefruit now. Being a pisces is hard work but someone’s gotta do it [PDF])

but anyway I can perfectly imagine Archie’s smile and laugh and body language while they do some of the sillier prompts, and Frenchie’s little smirk. It’s the smirk of pyramid scheme and authentic planks. The events that ask for silence, they do with permanent little smiles channeling the silliest and most earnest intentionality that you can’t NOT look at it and not be soppy about it.

Fluxus isn’t just prompts or events, it’s a whole movement. It’s about accessibility of art, it’s about making art constantly, it’s about being anti-art, it’s about subverting the capitalist ideas of art. But to me it’s a beautiful exercise in opening yourself to the vastness of art. Everything is and can be art, from the sound of silence to the crushing of stones to the using of a napkin to taking a walk with someone. It’s down to intention, it’s down to openness, It’s down to earnestness and curiosity. It’s down to being receptive and most importantly PLAYFULNESS. It’s about letting art be low stakes and letting art into every moment of your life. It’s about embodying art.

Plus, Izzy would love this bc that sub loves to follow a direction. Man is lost in subspace watching the stars and turning on and off his headlights and walking in someone else’s footsteps.

(If all of those examples sounded insane and esoteric, here are more links to Fluxus things. First publication (poetry! Music! Vehicles! John Cage! Yoko Ono! Nam June Paik!) ‘An Anthology of Chance Operations’, and archive of fluxus artbooks: fluxus 1, fluxkit, and flux year box 2)

Even more emotional thinking abt how in college, in his really intense performance art and physical exertion phase, Izzy loved Fluxus and the idea of art being that and following directions and experiencing something new from it.

Then he gets to know the crew eventually, And finds out they do this. And oh, he’s taken aback. Launched back to being 19, to grieving his sister and transitioning and experiencing lack of bodily autonomy and finding refuge in performance art. And fondness bubbles up so hot and acrid he has to step outside. After that he’s part of the weekly events. He and the crew relish the events that take the most time, like the walking piece. The crew is fascinated by his earnestness and tenacity when so often before they only saw perfection and persnicketiness.

[originally posted as a twt thread]