#rose periwinkle photos

[helluvatimes]

Rose Periwinkle

Rose Periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus) springing up on the Marina Bay Sands promenade. Photo credit: Eleanor Chua.

This was given a stop of underexposure to tame the busy surroundings a bit.

[falling-star-cygnus]

things i've noticed about HSR characters bc i hope to make a living out of this someday

part four: 🎼Riiise up🎶into my🎵world~ ✨Robin✨

who should i do next? :D speed round bc im going up north with no computer for a few days and mobile tumblr only lets me add 10 photos at a time

she has one of the most pleasing color schemes in HSR, i swear. Her little twist into that rose bun, her vaguely pointed ears, and the soft purple fade of her wings?? amazing [blue roses symbolize tranquility, mystery, and secrecy- while purple roses symbolize royalty, luxury, and success. since her hair is a nice periwinkle shade, the meanings can be combined!]

Robin's halo is adorned with Angel Trumpets. just the name of these flowers alone are a really funny and cool choice for her [given she has a halo and wings and yk.. she's a singer] but they also represent a connection between the ethereal and earthly- i.e: how Robin connects with her fans on a stage -> they can also be used as a euphoria causing and hallucinogenic drug.

the way Robin's ruffles flare out and warp into that blue reminds me of Xipe's, the Aeon of Harmony, halo. specifically the inner part of THEIR halo, but i felt like it was worth noting considering Robin strides the path of Harmony

at first i thought the wings around her waist were just to add to the asymmetry of her whole design- which she really pulls off- but then in her concert animatic THEY MOVE -> so- do all Halovians have more than their head set of wings? -> it is a little curious that her look is so purposefully asymmetrical, though, considering her path alignment. the only part of her outfit that matches it's respective side, is her arm ruffles- which almost mimic Xipe's halo

ROBIN'S PHONE CASE IS A ROBIN! also she has a scar on her neck, revealed by her sixth eidolon. this could be tied to her temporary in-game death- or it could be entirely unrelated- but it does make her elaborate choker more understandable.

HC for the Road: Sunday bought the phone case for her as a gag gift but now she refuses to use anything else

[farcillesbian]

I thrifted cream coloured vans and I am going to dye a pair of shoelaces for them. help me pick the colour

the shoes in question:

colour options:

I might pick two and dye each lace a different colour...

[dansnaturepictures]

Eleven of my favourite photos I took in November 2024 and month summary

The photos are of; Great White Egret at Testwood Lakes, Snow Bunting at Sandy Point on Hayling Island, Cormorant at Lakeside Country Park, white deadnettle and view at Lakeside, Fallow Deer at Bolderwood in the New Forest, Red Admiral and shaggy scalycaps at Lakeside, red campion at Testwood Lakes, a characteristic sun going down whilst out view at this time of year at Pig Bush in the New Forest and the moon out the front.

November was another fantastic month of birds for me with a major highlight coming soon into it getting sensational views of the sumptuous Snow Bunting at Sandy Point and another fine species seen late on with only my third ever Red-necked Grebe seen at Weston Shore today. Other key birds seen this month included the seasonal delight of Redwings, Raven, Green Woodpecker, Ring-necked Parakeet, Greenfinch and Siskin. Glorious Great White Egret views, Grey Heron, Little Egret, Lapwing, Oystercatcher, Curlew, Wigeon, Teal, Shoveler, Pochard, Red-crested Pochard, Goosander and Egyptian, Greylag and Brent Geese brought a sprinkling of blissful wading birds and waterfowl to observe, evocative of autumn and winter for me. This month I also enjoyed seeing Buzzard, Red Kite, Jays, Kingfisher including at Winnall Moors and Lakeside in another strong month I had for them, Cormorant, Great Northern Diver, Slavonian Grebe, Mistle Thrush, Blackbirds, Robin, Great Tit, Blue Tit, Long-tailed Tit, Wren, Pied Wagtail and Tufted Ducks and Mute Swans which were especially nice to see on patch at Lakeside and a young one in Winchester respectively. Common Gull was another key bird seen this month with one returning to Lakeside which is always thrilling to see, with Herring Gulls enjoyed there too. I also took pleasure in some great Winchester Peregrine and Grey Wagtail and Lakeside Great Crested Grebe, Coot and Moorhen views this month. A dashing male Sparrowhawk at home was another special bird to see.

I got fine and immersive views of Fallow and Roe Deer this month, seeing a fair few New Forest Ponies, Grey Seal, Grey Squirrels and Brown Rats too. There was still some butterfly interest this month with some great views of a Red Admiral at Lakeside. Bee, wasp and hoverfly including marmalade hoverfly were also nice to see with Grey Silverfish and spiders seen well at home. It was a good month for plants still with a fair bit seen flowering including knapweed, marsh thistle, red campion, herb-Robert, hedgerow crane’s-bill, periwinkle, hedge woundwort, red clover, some early winter heliotrope and violet at and near Lakeside, hogweed, wild carrot, ragwort, petty spurge, dock, white deadnettle, stinging nettle, red deadnettle, groundsel, ivy-leaved toadflax, viper’s-bugloss, scentless mayweed, sea mayweed, oxeye daisy, daisy, dandelion, oxtongue, sow thistle, buttercups, ivy, rock samphire, red valerian, evening primrose, gorse, common heather, bell heather and cross-leaved heath. I enjoyed observing seed heads a lot this month with teasel, fleabane, spear and creeping thistle, wild carrot, hogweed, old man’s beard, purple loosestrife and hemp agrimony standing out and leaves including common toadflax, thistle and ferns. Apple, privet berries, rose hips and holly berries led the way for fruit seen.

Fungi once again played a key role in my month as I was captivated by enigmatic shaggy scalycaps and intricate patterns of turkey tail at Lakeside with the latter seen elsewhere too. Crowded parchment, waxcaps, dung-loving deconica, possible winter russula, pleated inkcap, earthball and parasol in a good autumn I’ve had for them and a notable new one for me seen a couple of times in the New Forest handsome club were other highlights. I also liked seeing moss and lichen including oakmoss. I took in a lot of charming landscape and sky scenes this month again with the splendour of autumnal colour continuing to grip the landscape giving way to morning frost scenes as winter crept in towards the end. Sunsets, sunrises and some great full moon scenes were wonderful to take in this month too alongside lake, wetland, coastal and New Forest woodland and heath vistas. Wishing you all a great December.

[theesirenteller]

𝙃𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙤𝙢𝙗𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙡.

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ғᴀɴᴅᴏᴍ ⇶ Sons Of Anarchy

ᴄʜᴀʀᴀᴄᴛᴇʀ ⇶ Jax Teller

ʟᴏᴠᴇ ɪɴᴛʀᴇsᴛ ⇶ Bluebell Luanne Buckley (original character)

ᴅᴇsᴄʀɪᴘᴛɪᴏɴ ⇶ sᴇᴛ ɪɴ sᴇᴀsᴏɴ ᴏɴᴇ; ᴛʜᴇ sᴏɴs ɢᴇᴛ ɪɴᴛᴏ ʙᴜsɪɴᴇss ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴀ ʀᴀɴᴄʜᴇʀ ɴᴀᴍᴇᴅ ʀᴀɴᴅʏ ʙᴜᴄᴋʟᴇʏ; ᴀ ᴍᴀɴ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴀ sʟɪᴄᴋ ᴍᴏᴜᴛʜ ᴀɴᴅ ᴜɢʟʏ ᴍᴜsᴛᴀᴄʜᴇ; ʙᴜᴛ ʜɪs ᴄᴀʀɴᴀɢᴇ ᴛᴜʀɴᴇᴅ ɢʀᴏᴜɴᴅ ᴍᴇᴀᴛ ʙᴜsɪɴᴇss ᴘʀᴏᴠᴇs ᴜsᴇғᴜʟ ғᴏʀ ᴛʜᴇ ʙɪᴋᴇʀs. ᴛʜɪɴɢs sᴛᴀʀᴛ ᴛᴏ ɢᴇᴛ ᴛʀɪᴄᴋʏ ᴡʜᴇɴ ᴛʜᴇ ᴘʀɪɴᴄᴇ ᴏғ sᴀᴍ ᴄʀᴏ ᴛᴀᴋᴇs ᴀ ʟɪᴋɪɴɢ ᴛᴏᴡᴀʀᴅs ʀᴀɴᴅʏ's sᴏᴜᴛʜᴇʀɴ ʙᴇʟʟᴇ ɴɪᴇᴄᴇ. sʟɪɢʜᴛ ᴀᴜ ᴊᴀx ᴛᴇʟʟᴇʀ sɪɴᴄᴇ ʜᴇ's ɪɴ ʜɪs ᴇᴀʀʟʏ ᴛᴡᴇɴᴛɪᴇs ᴀɴᴅ ғʀᴇsʜʟʏ ᴘᴀᴛᴄʜᴇᴅ ɪɴ.

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The Blue skies of charming seemed a little bluer, the air a little crisper, and the sun shined a little brighter. Church ended faster than Jax expected but he was thankful. He now sat in one of the booths at the back of the clubhouse. His phone was clutched in his hands as he texted away with a boyish smile on his lips. " Hey. " Opie smacked his hands against the table, catching his friend's attention. " You coming with Tig and I to the titty bar? It's free taco Tuesday so Tig's pretty excited," he said.

" Greasy tacos and beer? sounds tempting but nah man, I've got plans. " Jax grinned as he stood up. Before Opie could question him further, The bubbly blonde rushed out of the clubhouse.

Today was Thursday. Which meant it was the one day a week that Jax and Bluebell got to have an afternoon date. And this time it was Jax's turn to pick their date destination. Some Instyle magazine at the gas station he'd passed stated women liked being pampered by their boyfriends. The list was long, stating different ways that a guy could pamper and spoil their girl. One option stood out to him…a salon trip. Jax had been to the salon only a handful of times with his mother and that was when he was a child. Gemma kept the same style at the Charming Salon. He didn't pay much attention to who attended and who didn't. This time around he passed by often and noticed that no one that had Bluebell's hair texture ever attended the salon. The few biracial and black women who went by the salon always came out with straightened hair. No fancy styles or anything he'd seen in Seventeen, AMINA, and Sister to Sister magazines at the gas station on the outskirts of town.

So Jax got creative. He surfed the web and came across a salon called Afrolicious Beauties. The website had ' Black Owned Business since 1961' and had endless amounts of photos of diverse black women with various hair textures and styles. The prices weren't outrageous either. So it didn't take Jax much longer after that to make an appointment for Bell. He loved her curly fro but was curious to see how she would look in a different hairstyle and he hoped she'd enjoy the pampering. The sunkissed biker wasn't sure what to exactly ask for but after a long conversation with a woman named Annie on the opposite end of the line; a deep conditioner and silk press were booked.

Bluebell finished her shift and bid her cousin Duggie goodbye before she sat outside awaiting her boyfriend. She wore a mid-length beige floral dress that had a square-lace embroidered neckline. The flowers on the dress were colored in rose pink with hints of periwinkle, and some touches of melon green. lace trim scattered around the bottom hem of the dress that stopped a few inches above her ankles. The dress had been her mother's and it was one of many that she found in the storage shed. her cowboy boots tapped against the wooden porch floor as she waited. Soon enough the familiar rumbling of a motorcycle engine filled her ears causing a smile to form across her face. Bluebell stood up on her feet and walked off the porch just as Jax rolled up in front of her.

The two smiled at one another like two love-struck fools the moment their eyes met. " Hey there beautiful, you need a ride? " The blonde flirted. His hand extended out.

" I would love to, thank you. " she giggled. her hand grasping onto his own as she got on the back of his bike. Bluebell snuggled his helmet onto her head and locked the clasp shut before wrapping her arms around his waist.

" Oh, Honeybee, you're wearing the shirt! You look so handsome! '' Bluebell gushed from behind him as she hugged him close. A few days prior she'd sewed him a light blue and white flannel that he currently wore. It truly did bring out the vibrancy of the blue in his eyes.

Tilting his head to the side, he had stolen a tender peck from her lips. " Thanks, babe," he replied. Jax loved it and knowing she'd made it special for him made his heart warm. He smiled like a kid on Christmas and waited until their date to wear it.

It felt like they were flying. Jax sped out of charming like a bat out of hell. The route was much different than their usual one and Bluebell sat wide-eyed in the back of him. The sun didn't seem to bother and the air felt like a kiss from god, soft and gentle.

The two soon arrived at a train station. Located by a long railway near the border of the highway eight miles away from Charming. Bluebell's eyes filled with inquisitive eagerness at the sight. A small barn-like area sat a few feet away from it where a handful of cars and bikes were parked. Jax averted his bike in that direction. Parking in Section Seven, spot 2B. A small coin slot machine sat in front of the spot. The farmer girl had gotten off first and Jax followed suit.

" We're taking a train," Bluebell stated. Excitement bounced off her words as she looked up at him.

" Yeah, babe. I told you I'd be taking us on an adventure. " he grinned.

After placing a toll fee of six dollars for three hours, Jax's bike was securely locked in. His arm draped around Bluebell's shoulder as he nuzzled her close to his side. The way walked the short distance to the station. Jax led them to the high platform where a total of eight people were. Bluebell hadn't asked where they were going, she was all for surprises and wanted to enjoy the ride.

" Thanks, Honeybee. '' she smiled. soon placing an adorning kiss on the side of his jaw. During their late-night hangouts and conversations about any and everything, she had mentioned wanting to ride a train. She'd seen the train in the movie Harry Potter once as a child and thought it'd be swell to experience that one day for herself.

" Don't mention it babe. " he hummed. A bashful blush scorched his cheeks as she hugged him tightly. The way she looked at him like he was a knight in shining armor or some prince. It made his throat go dry and the hair at the back of his neck sweatily smacked to his skin.

The loud tooting of the train engine caught the couple's attention and excitement sparkled in both of their eyes as it approached. " Train to Solana Beach approaching the station, please stand away from the platform edge." a robotic voice said through the speakers.

The couple stood close beside each other as the train came to a stop before Bluebell eagerly rushed in. Her hand tugged Jaxs as she went down the aisle. Singular and double seats were on either side of the aisle, painted in blue and cream-colored leather. Once located in the middle cart, a mischievous smile formed across Jax's lips. He swept his arms around her waist and with a swift motion tackled them both into a random double seat. a loud squeak and laugh escaped Bluebell's lips causing a few looks from bypassers to be shot their way.

" One of these days yuh ' gon break me in half Jax. I ain't some rag doll yuh' can mangle around. " Bluebell hissed. A faux upset glare on her face as her hands smacked against his arms. His goofy smile made her mirror him.

He said nothing. His eyes were wide with enlarged dilated pupils. Creases formed at the corner of his lids. Cheeks, ears, and neck kissed with the shade rouge red. The promise that she would be his forever laid within her mocha eyes. No words were needed. Jax nuzzled his nose against the side of her cheek, his rough hands cradled the side of her neck. Bluebell's scent reminded him of the strawberry milkshakes she drank religiously. Soft and airy yet sweet almost like strawberries covered in creamy vanilla with powdered sugar. How she always smelt so good remained a mystery to him. He knew the details of how she loved concocting oil in her kitchen but good lord. his lips pressed gently against the crease of her exposed collarbone.

Jax's acts of adornment made Bluebell's heart flutter. She never felt this feeling of being loved and safe before. Was she living in a fairytale? How had she become a princess? She felt more than a farm girl in his arms. Bluebell felt like the girls she'd seen in sappy afternoon Hallmark movies. Jax gave her a feeling that could only be described as seeing the sun for the first time, that feeling shook her down to her core. She breathed him in. Drank in his affection. Craved the taste of cigarettes and bitter beer on his lips. Needed his heavenly smile and sapphire eyes to settle on her for Bluebell to function properly. This had to be love. Love was pure. Love was unexplainable. Love was strange. Love was invincible. Love was feeling like the only two people in the world. Love wasn't real, it was something that you could touch. It was an emotion that came as easy as breathing. Love felt freeing. And by god Bluebell Buckley felt all of that and more that couldn't be put into words for Jax.

Her warm arms embraced him, wrapped around his shoulders with her chest pressed against his. Tender kisses were stolen from one another. The two only pulled away to laugh or for Jax to show their tickets to the aisle clerk. His arm draped over her dress-covered thighs as they two looked out the window. Ever since he and Bluebell had gotten together Jax had gotten a chance to venture outside of Charming for fun instead of for club business. Girls were hot in every city or town but none compared to his Bell. A Samcrow member from Washington he'd met on the road had no problem gushing about how great his old lady was. Jax remembered the twenty-six-year-old man saying " It's nice to be married. You slutty fuckers are missing out. "

Jax and Bluebell weren't married and despite laughing alongside his brothers, Jax could relate to an extent. Despite not being sure of the future or worrying about it, one thing Jackson knew was that Bluebell would be his old lady. He couldn't imagine marrying anyone else. Who else would make him feel this way? Jax could bet a hundred dollars not even his parents experienced this type of love. Where being touch starved never existed. Never feeling angry and always being happy was all there was.

Twenty minutes later the young couple arrived at Palm Tree Paradise. The city was diverse, families of different ethnicities walked the streets. The scent of different spices and food vibrantly roamed the air. Bluebell grasped Jax's hand as she walked closely beside him with a smile on her lips and wanderlust in her eyes. The pair passed a series of small shops that sold everything from clothing to trinkets to hair accessories and food. Everything was so colorful and pastel. Jax eyed a leather apparel shop as they passed by it. Both men's and women's apparel was displayed and the various cuts and styles caught his attention.

They'd passed by a few more shops before arriving at the hair salon. The display on the outside of the salon was bright purple. Bluebell looked through the shop window before looking up at Jax with a confused expression. " Surprise babe. I booked you a salon appointment. figured some pampering outside of Charming would be fun. " he grinned.

Like a child being given a puppy Bluebell squealed and hugged him " Aww Suga! Thanks, Honeybee. " They both hugged and laughed.

" Don't thank me yet babe. Wait until it's all done. " He replied as he took her hand in his own, going inside.

" This is gonna be so fun. " Bluebell whispered to herself from behind him. She practically hopscotched into the shop.

The place was lively. Various plants scattered around the purple-colored salon. Fancy leather chairs and the speakers played Erykah Badu's On & On, giving the shop a more cozy and tranquil feel to it. The place smelled of Lavender and Sage mixed with the smokey scent of flat irons and floor cleaner. The woman at the front desk was beautiful. Smooth golden brown skin with honey blonde hair, busty and built curvy. She had a phone placed against her ear and smiled at the pair.

" Hi! I'm Bluebell. " Bell greeted cheerfully. Her smile is bright and welcoming. Her accent is heavy.

" I'm Jax, I'm looking for Annie. I booked an appointment for 2;30. " Jax spoke up from beside her.

" I'm Annie. Nice to meet y'all. " The hairstylist smiled. her attention was directed to Bluebell `` Are you from Georgia? Your accent is adorable. "

" I am! Have you been there ma'am? " Bluebell replied. She and Jax followed behind Annie as she led them through the busy shop. Bluebell waved at a few people who stared at them.

" Mhm. I've got family all up and through there. Have a seat, honey. " Annie replied as she patted the salon chair at the washing station.

Jax already felt a bit out of place due to pure boredom. Also, he was thirsty since the ride was long and the drinks on board were overpriced. As Bluebell took a seat, he asked her " Hey Bell you good here? I'm gonna go get a drink and check out this shop I saw. Do you want anything? "

She looked up at him as a black cape was placed over her " Mhm. I'll be alright. Anything sugary be fine, maybe a strawberry milkshake. " she replied.

A smile spread across his lips as the golden-haired biker smiled and swiftly pecked her lips. " Strawberry milkshake got it. text me if you need me," he reassured. When she nodded in agreement he strolled out the shop.

" He's a cutie girl and damn sure seems smitten with you. " Annie commented. " How long y'all been together? " she asked as she began washing Bluebell's thick coils in cool water. Annie started the wash with a rosemary clarifying shampoo and sea salt scalp scrub.

Bluebell closed her eyes and smiled with glee as she began to enjoy the service. " Thank you, ma'am. We've been together for a month and three days. Jax is the cutest boy I ever did see. Cutest in our town. " she said. pride in her voice.

Annie chuckled to herself. Young love was so sweet. " Cutest in town huh? That ain't hard to believe. Where are y'all from anyway? "

" Mhm. We're from Charming. " The moment she said the name, a few women in the shop stopped talking.

" Oh, chile hell no. I heard from my cousin Ricky that them redneck Aryan warriors live there. Them fools are dangerous and love to skin and do all types of fucked up shit to black folks. " An older woman spoke up with a head shake.

" I hope your man is protected girl cause them fools get batshit crazy when they see one of their own with a sista. " Another hairstylist said.

" Oh geez. Well, Jax is well protected. I don't live too deep into town. I live with my uncle and cousin on our ranch. '' Bluebell reassured them. The conversation continued and jumped to various topics. Bluebell was given a deeply nourishing coconut and honey hot oil treatment whilst the ladies all chit-chatted.

Meanwhile, Jax went into the leather shop he'd been eyeing. It was a second-hand rare-find shop. The small space was filled to the brim with various pieces and a lot of them reminded him of jackets and vests his dad owned. A particular jacket caught his eye. It was black with a glossed shine of midnight blue with skull patches, a lucky 18 patch, and a 'skull's island forever' engravement on the back. Jax was sure this was the exact jacket his father John owned before he died. Six months before to be exact.

" That one's forty bucks. ten percent off if you buy a second jacket. '' the shop owner said from behind him.

Jax turned around with the jacket in hand and faced the man who looked to be in his sixties. " Where'd you get it from? " Jax asked.

" Somewhere in Ireland a few months ago. This chick I was shacking up with had a ton of pieces like that she got rid of. " The elderly man informed him.

Jax sucked in a breath as he nodded. " I'll take it." he agreed. '` Where are your women's jackets? " He was soon directed to a rack a few feet away. The bright pastel colors or tacky writing like 'Sex on legs' writing on the back of the jackets made him want to vomit. He kept swiping through the racks until one in particular caught his eye.

'Total badass' Jax thought to himself as he picked it up. Cropped, midnight black genuine leather with customized silver bullet-shaped studs covering the whole exterior. Bigger spikes stuck out of the wrist and shoulder area. It was fairly small and the size inside read ' medium '. It may fit slightly oversized on Bluebell but Jax was positive it was made for her. His girl would be the hottest babe in Charming riding out the back of his bike with a jacket like that. Excitement bubbled within him as he nearly drooled imagining her in nothing but it on and maybe her cowgirl boots. He quickly brought both to the front counter.

" Ah, nice choice. " The owner commented. " Eighty bucks kid," he added.

Jax dropped four twenty dollar bills onto the counter with a smirk " Pleasure doing business with you. '' Once the items were bagged, Jax collected them and left. He walked along the boardwalk searching for an ice cream place but stumbled across a bar instead. Sending a handsome smile to a few blondes that smiled his way, he entered the bar. It was a small place that looked like a cramped cabana. people his and Bluebell's age all hand beers and fruity-looking drinks in hand.

He took a seat at the bar and ordered himself a beer. His ocean-blue eyes fell to the menu that was tapped to the counter. a drink called ' Blueberry Blaster' stood out to him. It consisted of cream soda, rum, blue Curacao, and blueberry syrup with vanilla soft serve on top with pineapple pieces. Sounded super sugary and Jax was sure Bluebell would like it.

When the bartender who looked no older than twenty-five slid Jax the beer, Jax ordered two of the Blueberry Blasters to go. A busty bleach-blonde babe with orange-tanned skin soon sat beside him as he took his first sip. " Haven't seen you around here before. You're a sight for sore eyes. '' she purred with a low raspy voice.

As Jax turned his attention towards her, the blonde slipped her wide-framed pink shades onto her head. Her natural pale skin circled her eye area which badly contrasted the orange tone of her tan. Shimmery red lipstick on her lips.

" Wish I could say the same. " He replied as he stood up from his stool. His drinks were brought to him packaged in a cardboard carrier. Jax slipped his total of twenty bucks onto the counter. Smiling at the blonde who shot him an icy glare before he left.

Jax prayed Bluebell was done or near done. He hated the smell of burning irons. His mother's flat iron stuck up in the bathroom often. He set the carrier on a bench a few stops away from the salon and took a seat. The eighteen-year-old enjoyed his beer as he watched the ocean waves. The chilled beverage quenched his thirst as Jax thought of how cool it'd be to live on the beach and enjoy beers like this while working on his bike. Then later on when the sun would go down he and Bluebell would enjoy dinner on some patio somewhere nice. ' a man can dream ' he sighed to himself, finishing his beer in two more gulps. His phone vibrated in his pocket and once he fished it out he read over a few texts. two from Gemma telling him to not forget to bring home salsa and guac. one from Opie asking what he was doing and the latest one was Bluebell telling him she was done.

Jax swaggered his way to the salon and once going inside Annie greeted him first at the front counter. " She's in the restroom. " Annie informed.

" Thanks. " He smiled before paying the tab.

"Honey Bee!" He was caught off guard by tightly being hugged from the side by his bubbly babe. Jax turned and returned the hug before taking a step back. It was then he stopped breathing. His sapphire eyes grew wide and his mouth gasped as he eyed her. Bluebell looked like an absolute bombshell! Her dark brown almost black colored hair was blown out in layers that stopped at the middle of her arms, just above her elbows. The fluffy full waves framed her baby face and Jax thought he'd pass out right there. Abruptly Jax picked her up with his arms wrapped around her thighs as his lips crashed into hers. Bluebell released a giggle against his lips as the women around them awed and some clapped. Her hands cupped his face as their lips moved against one another sweetly… Jax's lips caressed hers with a meaningful peck as he carefully set her down " You look like an angel Bell. " he complimented. His words are adorned with tenderness. " No need to give me a heart attack. Jax joked earning a smack to his arm.

" Here you go bein full of cow poop again. '' Bluebell giggled. " Thanks, baby. " she expressed it genuinely. Bluebell waved goodbye to everyone and promised to come by and see them again before she and Jax left.

His arm was around her shoulder as he walked proudly beside her. " These look yummy! " Bluebell commented as she held their drinks. Jax led her to the bench he once occupied and Bell sat on his lap. " What are they ? " she asked.

" They're called Blueberry Blasters. They've got vanilla ice cream, pineapple bits, blueberry syrup, and uh…" He paused before finishing. " They've got liquor. Remember those wine coolers we tried last week? '' When she nodded he proceeded, " Something like that but a little stronger babe. "

Bluebell had only drunk once before and those were merely coolers after a late-night trip to Dairy Queen. They tasted good but were a little strong and made her feel all hot on the inside. These looked much more tasty. " Okay. '' As long as Jax was by her side, the farmer girl felt confident and open to try new things like this. Popping open the plastic spoon-straw contraption from its wrapper, she took one of the drinks into her hands. Jax watched as Bluebell sipped slowly. Her pupils expanded as the sugary sweet beverage went down her throat. Sweet, and fruity, and the bitterness of the alcohol was barely there. Masked by a sprite-like fizzle effect. " It's so good. '' she smiled as soon as she pulled her lips from the straw. Bluebell followed it up with spoonfuls of the soft serve. Jax chuckled in response before Bluebell shared hers with him. And even he could admit it was good. The pair got back on the train just before the sun was ready to set. Cuddled up in each other's arms with gleeful smiles plastered across their lips.

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Season 2 Key Visual

Hanakotoba Analysis

In the first key visual for season 2 of the donghua, Cheng Xiaoshi and Lu Guang are pictured alongside what seems to be pink periwinkle and spiderwort flowers. The spiderwort (Tradescantia) is also called the dayflower and is known as zǐ wànniánqīng shǔ (紫万年青属) in Chinese and the shirokusa (紫露草) in Japanese. The spiderwort flower is associated with immortality, optimism, and moral authority in English floriography because of its evergreen foliage and lasting flowers. Its hanakotoba meaning is platonic respect. In China, the spiderwort flower symbolises longevity and good luck. It is also utilised in pain-relieving medicine used to treat diseases. Conversely, the spiderwort flower can also symbolise transient happiness. The periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus) is also known as the Madagascar periwinkle, Cape periwinkle, or Rose periwinkle. The periwinkle is known as chángchūnhuā (长春花) in Chinese and nichiodoriji kusa (日々草) in Japanese. The periwinkle symbolises faith, trust, everlasting love, and purity in English floriography. This flower is associated with admiration, appreciation, new beginnings, and friendships. Periwinkles can also symbolise tender recollections and sweet or pleasing remembrances. Its hanakotoba meaning is pleasant memories. In China, periwinkles love, passion, nurturing and warmth. Memories and human relationships are a central part of Link Click as Cheng Xiaoshi and Lu Guang co-own a shop called the Time Photo Studio where they use their powers that let them jump into photographs, live the events of the picture, and resolve past regrets. The deep friendship between its main cast is another central theme in Link Click especially the great lengths Lu Guang and Cheng Xiaoshi are willing to go through to ensure the other’s safety and happiness. This ties in well with the periwinkle’s meanings of tender recollections, sweet or pleasing remembrances, friendships, and new beginnings. Every time they jump into a photo, they risk changing the past which has ultimately resulted in dire consequences for them both interrupting their halcyon blissful lives and trapping them in a seemingly endless cycle of loss. This ties in well with the spiderwort flower’s contradictory meanings of longevity and transient happiness. 

[If you liked this post, check out my other hanakotoba analysis posts here ❀]

[P.S. I didn't want to go into too much detail here since I've already done 2 other hanakotoba analysis posts on Link Click―so if you liked this post then check out those... Also, if I've gotten any of the kanji, romaji, hanzi or pinyin incorrect, feel free to correct me]

[missperfectlyfinewrites]

open starter: muses 21+ connection: friend, new boyfriend/girlfriend, fwb, sibling of a friend, roomie, etc. muse: olivia rose / lingerie designer / soft, sweet / switch plot: olivia has just finished her next lingerie collection and is showing photos of it..the photos just happen to be of her in the lace. cheaper then hiring a model, you know?

"Well what do you think?" Hopeful eyes scan across the polaroid pictures spread across the table. It's a range of pictures in a range of different lingerie options - the spring collection for next year, all pretty pastels and lace and ribbons, that all happen to be hugging her skin.

"I really like this periwinkle set, but I'm not sure if the emerald is too deep for Spring," Olivia explained softly, glancing up at them as her hands land back in her lap, baby pink nails toying with the fabric of her skirt. She's not nervous, well maybe a little, she's never gotten their opinion of her work before. They've seen her don a few options but these are examples that haven't even been sent off to be made yet, these are just samples, and well, she's put so much work into them.

Her smile falters slightly, taking in their expression and the silence, and she hesitates. "..If you don't like them, you can be honest.."

[costuming-earnest]

All the Women's Clothing Thus Far

I have purchased fabrics! I selected 1895 as my year (for the Sleeves).

I sketched dresses and made my plans! Basically everything is taken directly from a fashionplate/extant garment, or it's via my director's instructions.

Just in case you're needing to scroll through this blog for less than Ten Thousand Years, I'll put a cut here. Details and fashionplates below!

Gwendolin's first outfit will be a light blue satin, almost identical to this fashionplate. With an added uneven hem (from an extant garment) for *drama.* And because I already have a stunning periwinkle satin underskirt that's good in both her outfits.

Gwendolin's second outfit is more like traveling clothes, but still trendy and pretty in a nice solid navy blue. I am excessively devoted to this bodice closure. It fits with the above dress so well, and it's also great for Gwendolin--she doesn't know which direction she's going!

I also love a cape, and capes were popular to go over the giant sleeves. I drew a zigzag hem detail on the overskirt, but I'm not sold on it yet. We'll see. I also think I'll let my actress take off the first bodice and just wear a white shirt underneath. Mostly just the neck ruffle will show.

Cecily's dress is my director's favorite already. She asked me if a tiered skirt was an option. I found a fashionplate from 1898 and an extant garment from a similar time, so why not? I drew a pointed lace neck, but I want it to be rounded now.

Her fabric is an exquisite thick cream-colored satin with big roses woven into it. (Thrift store curtains, and they make me very happy.) Every layer will be finished with pink hem binding, and all the details will be pink!

Lady Bracknell's first outfit is a matter of some consternation. I have a deep mauve satin skirt made by someone in my church. She gave me permission take it down to fit my actress (which is perfect for the gathering in the back!). In the drama supplies, I found a satin shawl (left over from Pride and Prejudice) in the same color with some pretty gold trim. The only problem is that my actress hates it. Well, we told her, Lady Bracknell likes it.

I've paired it with a somewhat brown-er satin for the top. I also am shopping from the same local spot as the last director, so I have more of the same trim available to me! The vertical lines of lace are inspired by many many fashionplates. That main piece of lace, however, is specifically from one photo that I forgot to save. It's one big piece from neck to hem. It's entirely too much, and I love it excessively, and Lady Bracknell would too, I'm sure.

Lady Bracknell's second outfit will basically be a recreation of this, but with long sleeves and in turquoise satin (also formerly curtains) and gold. I am excessively excited.

We decided that she didn't need traveling clothes in the second act. Gwendolin made a decision to go to the countryside. Her mother is chasing her down in a panic. Personally I'm thrilled about the rosettes.

Miss Prism's dress took some deciding. Many versions of the play have put her in working woman's reform dress, or added a vest and tie. We like that, but ultimately we think Jack takes better care of his servants than that. My director sent me a reference photo and a color palette, but I hadn't found a single thing for her yet. So, I went fabric shopping, knowing that the right thing would jump out and bite me.

It did indeed! I found a white fabric with olive green stripes made from leaf shapes. Then on the next rack I found an olive green fabric with white pinstripes. Then on the final rack I found a complimentary deeper green. If it isn't perfect for her! I might put the zigzag hem detail on her dress, but we'll have to see.

I've hit photo limit, so I'll reblog this post to add my fabric photos!

[chicinsilk]

US Vogue January 1980

Barbara Neumann wears a periwinkle wool jacket, over a knit waistcoat, a pink blouse and gray pleated trousers. The set by Perry Ellis.

Barbara Neumann porte une veste en laine pervenche, sur un gilet en tricot, une blouse rose et un pantalon gris à plis. L'ensemble par Perry Ellis. Photo Denis Piel

vogue archive

[betweenthetimeandsound]

Mon Amour

--prompt from @flashfictionfridayofficial

Anna didn't like how she looked.

The well-ironed cigarette pants held her legs together, though as she stepped across the tiles with her high heels, she landed with an awkward gait. One tumble in the wrong area, and her pants would split open like a wedding veil inside a car. The bohemian top which she found in a vintage store danced with the wind, but the lace ebbing only hovered over her cleavage, bursting out like pomelos from underneath the bustier she added last minute.

Only her silvery eyeshadow, which twinkled like stars and traced themselves to the moon, provided some form of confidence for Anna. With her fine fingers and photos printed and scattered on her bathroom counter, she created a vision which would keep others from looking at her chest.

"Hey, nice makeup!" Claudia called out from the corner, waving her arm and alerting everybody with her layers of charm bracelets. She rushed over to Anna, still trembling and hesitating to get her glimmery jacket off her body.

"Thanks--I did it myself." Anna grabbed onto Claudia's arm, a source of solace admit the Italo-disco and trance. The violet lighting provided a sense of elegance, and at the same time, almost dragged her away in its trance.

"What do you think of this place?"

"I just got here; I don't know what to...expect." A certain breathlessness entered Anna's chest; the oud and rose emanated from her collar only amplified the anxieties. She fiddled with Claudia's hands, hoping that she wouldn't squeeze too hard and break her bones.

Claudia laughed, brushing an auburn lock away from her eyes. "Then expect nothing. Come with me."

Now with her balance, Anna turned her head at the pretty people surrounding her, each adding a fuse to the kindling building up in her chest. When they glanced at her, their diamond eyes only radiated on the streaky periwinkle lighting which painted her face in shades of blue. In contrast to dreams of being the belle of the ball, their presence made her want to collapse in the ever-trembling floor.

"Do you want to meet my friend?" Claudia shouted out, but Anna's lips remained sealed with the taste of dry wine.

"Let me go get him for you!"

As Claudia lost herself in the crowd, Anna hesitated, torn between following her friend and staying within the music. The rising synthesizers made her want to reach for a hand lacquered with cherry red nails, yet the claws also saw her retreat back into the shadows. Dancing to the ecstatic rhythm, she felt a paroxysm of fear build in her lungs, ending in an invisible scream.

A synthesized string section accompanied that piece, and Anna fought the urges to push them away and advance to the next room. Something that would give her a modicum of silence, something that would keep her tongue from drying out. She slid her fingers into her scalp, letting bits of hair fall out and her hands to get oily.

"Anna!" Claudia shouted out from a distance, but the bass pounded the sound out of Anna's periphery. Instead, she rolled her shoulders and rose her fingers up to the ceiling, which turned into a virulent magenta due to the changing light. "Anna!" She heard her name call out again, but it was a mirage, just a mirage.

Until Claudia bumped into her with a gentle force, and introduced her friend. He stared at her with beady eyes and adjusted his hair with an awkward grace, before offering Anna his hand to confirm their acquaintance. Smiling a little, Anna replied, and tried to grab onto him.

"I'll see you later." Claudia told him, before kissing him on the cheek. Anna stood with trembling legs, as she noticed a trail of sparkles where her friend laid her lips. She stared at the light dancing off for a good minute before her friend grabbed her hand, and the dreaminess faded away.

Anna bit her lip. "How long have you guys known each other?"

"Not too long," he replied, before the music smothered the last of his words. "But she's been really nice to me."

"Of course she is!" Anna giggled, before landing her ankle in the wrong direction, and thus breaking the spell of stability. Lifting her foot, she bounced a few times to maintain balance, while noting the mild damage on her ankle.

Just then, he reached over and took it from Anna. Barely hanging on to her inhibitions, Anna turned her gaze onto the others; her heart taking off from the gates and speeding towards the terminal. Yet the grazes gave her a sense of belonging, tearing at her skin and her conscience.

Letting her ankle down, she tried to make a move, finding the sparkles cascade upon the man's stubble. The prickly hairs only drove her to further muddied her judgement; she took a moment to touch them before kissing them.

The glitter fell onto her lips; she admired the sparkle as time seemed to pause at that very moment. Claudia's friend hesitated on how to approach her, fiddling his hand against her back as if trying to figure out how to play a violin. A hesitant giggle, and then a locking eyes, and them another kiss.

Anna bit her tongue. Mouth to mouth always scared her, with its saliva and high expectations and angst. A kiss was sour like a fresh lemon, and stubbornly so. But she bit again so she could find some sweetness.

And everything stopped, and the temperature rose.

She didn't know that somebody was watching from the other side of the hall, with an outfit just like hers.

[poshprincessfashionoutlet]

Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Andree by Unit Fall Floral Rayon Babydoll Casual Nap Peasant Boho Retro Dress.

[broadswordandpistol]

Get to Know the Mun!

what’s your phone wallpaper: a photo I took at Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland. The lockscreen is a picture of my family in front of the Millenium Falcon.

last song you listened to: Every Rose Has Its Thorn, by Poison. It’s what was on the radio in the car.

currently reading: a Japanese textbook, and Dawnshard by Brandon Sanderson

last movie: D&D! It was fun, go see it.

last show: does Youtube count? if so I was watching Kaname Naito yesterday, otherwise I am absolutely unsure. ... I think the first couple episodes of Irresponsible Captain Tylor.

what are you wearing right now: Jeans, periwinkle long-sleeved wicking shirt, maroon sweatshirt with a sunset on it. It’s still chilly here.

piercings/tattoos?: the standard one-in-each-ear piercing, if they haven’t closed due to me not wearing earrings in forever

glasses? contacts?: both, contacts for most of the day, glasses for late night

last thing you ate?: smoked salmon crepe with cream cheese, tomatoes, and grilled onions. Yum.

favorite color(s): Harvard red and forest green, and I’ll blame Alvin for adding dark brown to that list.

current obsession: Japanese study and probably Tears of the Kingdom, but have barely started on it.

favorite fictional character: besides the one on this blog? Uncle Iroh, and Columbo.

Tagged by: Stolen from: @talesofourworlds

Tagging: @fireandfigures, @lightning-of-kharlan, @ninthcompanion, @ardensfides, @sentofight, @gilandor-yul-svent, @mana-master, and YOU!

[marcygoo]

ok no one. has asked but i wanto do it anyways so ❤️ colorce under the readmore

OKAYY SO. from left to right

(first row) deco pink, blush, pink rose, blush pink, pink, hot pink, process red, pomegranate, magenta, tuscan red, crimson lake, raspberry, crimson red, scarlet lake, scarlet red, carmine red, permanent red, poppy red, vermilion red, pale vermilion, orange, cadmium orange hue, mineral orange, goldenrod

(second row) yellowed orange, spanish orange, yellow ochre, jasmine, canary yellow, deco yellow, chartreuse, green bice, spring green, apple green, sap green light, kelly green, celadon green, olive green, moss green, green ocre, grass green, dark green, peacock green, light green, deco aqua, true green, light aqua, parrot green, cobalt turquoise, peacock blue, muted turquoise, aquamarine, electric blue, sky blue light, powder blue, cloud blue, caribbean sea (this ones label has a typo on it. lol), blue slate, blue lake, blue violet lake, sky blue, non-photo blue, light cerulean blue, true blue, light blue, cerulean blue, i just realized 2 of my true blue pencils were in the wrong place??, denim blue, cobalt blue hue, china blue

(third row) violet blue, ultramarine, indigo blue, indianthrone blue, imperial violet, dioxazine purple hue, violet, parma violet, lilac, lavender, brite purple (this one's called mulberry now, but the pencil's old so i separated it), purple, mulberry, dark purple, black cherry, black grape, dahlia purple, greyed lavendar, periwinkle, mediterranean blue, (i just found another periwinkle ???); slate grey, jade green, warm grey light, cold grey light, cold grey medium, cold grey dark, 90% cold grey, 70% cool grey, 50% cool grey, 30% cool grey, 10% cool grey, 10% warm grey, 20% warm grey, 30% warm grey, 50% warm grey, warm grey medium, 90% warm grey, black, espresso, 90% french grey, 50% french grey, 30% french grey, 20% french grey, 10% french grey, white

(fourth row) putty beige, sandbar brown, bronze, raw umber, sepia, salmon pink, peach, deco peach, seashell pink, light pink, cream, eggshell, sand, beige, light flesh, light peach, flesh, peach beige, beige sienna, nectar, rosy beige, clay rose, henna, chestnut, mahogany red, black raspberry, dark umber, dark brown, terra cotta, sienna brown, pumpkin orange, burnt ochre, light umber, chocolate, ginger root, colorless, neon pink, neon orange, silver, metallic gold, gold, and copper.

yay

prismacolor collection lalalalala (forgot 2 post them GRAH. if anyone wants me 2 list all the color names i shall. tee hee)

[dansnaturepictures]

03/10/2023-Winchester, Lakeside and home

Photos taken in this set: 1. Hydrangea in the sun at the Royal Hampshire Regiment Museum. 2. Winchester Cathedral in the sun with a carpet of autumn leaves appearing. 3. A Herring Gull it was nice to see on top of the cathedral. 4 and 10. Beautiful colourful roses in Abbey Gardens. 5. A gorgeous view with the sun lowering on the way home this evening, one of a few. 6. A striking moon which looked lovely in the morning sky at home and on my commute. 7 and 8. Winchester with some lovely colourful autumn leaves, a key theme of lunch time and today. 9. Flowers in Winchester.

Other key Winchester sightings today were Magpie, Blackbird, Small White butterfly, oxtongue/hawksbeard, mercury, periwinkle, yellow fumitory, vervain, cornflower, ivy-leaved toadflax at the Peninsula Barracks this evening, yellow fumitory, beautiful purple cyclamen and purple toadflax at the cathedral and beautiful rowan berries I do like these with Great Tit heard. It was lovely to hear tuneful Wren at Lakeside this morning and see Rabbit in the University of Southampton Sports fields nearby, bindweed, ragwort and hogweed seed heads, broad-leaved clover, white clover and hawthorn berries. A lovely day which it was great to get some photos into, with a real autumnal feel.

[faroutgardengirl]

Check out this listing I just added to my Poshmark closet: Vintage Bone China Hand Painted Floral Pattern Easter Eggs with Gold Leaf.

[magicalmerry]

☁️“It was that time of day,  When the Sun goes to sleep,☁️ And the Moon comes out to play”