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“just because i got you a gift, doesn’t mean I like you” with alexia 🎄

secret santa ─ alexia putellas x reader

part of my christmas series. full masterlist here!

in which: a silly christmas tradition defrosts you and alexia's relationship

warnings: emotionally unavailable alexia is a warning on it's own

wc: 5.1k

a/n: probably one of my favs from the series. hope you enjoy!

Making the move to Barça a couple months ago was a much harder decision to take than some people might think. Admittedly, there are a lot of upsides to playing alongside the best players in the world. The standards are high, the training sessions are good, you're in better shape than you've ever been in and you're steadily growing your trophy cabinet. On the other hand, nothing was harder than leaving your family behind in England.

You grew up in London, a steady youth leading the way towards being picked up by the Arsenal academy, where you went through all the youth groups and eventually got picked for the first team. Everything seemed to be going well, you were playing a good amount of minutes, fitting right in to Arsenal's defensive line. The first couple years you couldn't imagine yourself ever playing for a different team than the Gunners, but an injury-ridden year completely changed that. It started with a few niggles that kept you out of the occasional game, but a couple months into the season you suffered a lateral ligament injury to your right ankle, keeping you out for the best part of 3 months. You tried your best to get back into the squad, but you felt like Arsenal had moved past you.

At 27, still one of the best defenders in the game, you let your agent know that you needed a change. It hadn't been easy for you to come to the conclusion that it was better to leave, but you weren't ready to give up on your career yet. Not when you were supposed to be in your peak years now. Endless meetings, phone calls, late night text messages and a lot of turmoil later, the perfect deal struck. You were starting to feel a bit hopeless in your position, so Barça's offer came at the perfect time.

They expressed how they thought you'd be a perfect fit in their defensive line. Standing tall at 5'7, your aerial threat was one of the things they voiced could be helpful to the team. The contract in itself was perfect. They offered you three years, good pay and they would help you with accommodating to Spain – housing, visa, finances, the club would take care of all of that so you could focus on settling in through your football.

It seemed like a no-brainer, but obviously there were two sides to the story. You were determined to get your career back on the right track, but leaving your family behind in England wasn't an easy decision to make. It took a lot of tearful hugs and heartfelt promises to visit from your family, before you managed to cut the cord completely and sign the contract with the Spanish giants. Nonetheless, you always felt like your family supported all your decisions, and just like you they were certain that this was the right move for your career.

Now 3 months later, if anyone asked you, you would still say that this had been the perfect step. You accommodated to the weather fairly quickly, settled into an apartment that the club had found for you, and took up a couple extra language classes on offer to try and master the Spanish language a bit quicker – you had a basic understanding, and you could manage during games and training sessions, but still struggled here and there.

You'd felt at home within the team, too. It was definitely one of the things that had been on your mind prior to your first training session. You were nervous about whether you were going to be good enough, whether they would deem you worthy enough of wearing the blaugrana colors, but any doubts melted away like snow in the sun when you got invited to a team bonding night right as your first training session ended.

You went out for a meal and drinks in one of Barçelona's hidden gems, one that the girls seemed to love. It was clear that they had been here quite a few times, because the waiter knew some of their orders by heart. You bonded with Ingrid throughout the night, both of you sharing experiences of having to leave your family behind in a different country to play football here. You warmed up to her, she was nice to you and seemed to really like your company, but you stayed a bit distant from the rest of the girls. Everyone was deep in conversation with each other, most of the time conversing in Spanish. You were well aware that they didn't have to involve you in their conversations, you were a 27-year-old adult at last who could stand up for themself, but you found it hard to really integrate fully with the tight group that had seemed to form over the years. From a different point of view, it might've seemed that you were uninterested and not bothered trying to mingle with the rest of the team, but that wasn't the case at all. Although, that wasn't what people picked up. Especially not the captain.

You've not had more than a handful conversations with Alexia, ever since you signed for Barça. In the beginning, you tried putting it off to the fact you both weren't entirely comfortable in the other's language. But as time went on and you got settled more and more into the team, playing more minutes and getting closer to most of the girls, you couldn't just put it down to that anymore. You had tried a couple times in the early days of you transfer to string together a conversation with the Spanish midfielder, but you never got further than the odd "Hola" or "Good game, Ale". You tried to shrug it off, but you couldn't say that it didn't bother you. Alexia seemed open and chatty towards your teammates, but seemed to block off the second you neared within a 5-meter radius from her. And even though you had bonded quite well with her best friend and her girlfriend, they didn't seem to want to say anything about it.

A couple weeks had passed, and you found yourself in a meeting talking about the month ahead. December would be busy, UWCL games ramping up and the league and cup to keep up with. There was a lot of tactical talk going on and while you know you shouldn't, you zoned out a bit, tired from the already long day – and it was far from over. You had an appointment planned with the physios after the meeting, a quick routine check for your ankle, but they would need to take some tests here and there, pushing your relaxing on your couch tonight even further back on the agenda. You got pulled out of your thoughts when the tone in the meeting changed, going from very stern and tactical to a little bit lighter, and it wasn't until you noticed the powerpoint slide that you understood why.

SECRET SANTA

Your eyes widened in surprise and a small smile grew on your lips, a light hum of chatter making it's way through the meeting room as some girls rehashed up some memories from the year before. You hadn't expected secret santa to be a tradition within the Barça squad, but you found it fun. Otherwise so very composed and professional, it was nice to see a different side to the club and the staff.

"Okay, girls! As you can see from the powerpoint slide, we're doing secret santa again this year! Last season went well and we thought we should reintegrate it again. We're going to draw names now in the meeting, and then we'll arrange a date further down the line when we figure out what our schedule will look like." A couple staff members explained the ins and outs a bit further for anyone who had never participated in the lighthearted Christmas tradition, and then the name drawing started. Someone had written everyone's names on little pieces of paper and put them in a bowl, letting it go round the meeting room and having everyone take one. You were sat near the back, so there was only a couple pieces of paper left when it was your turn. You picked one and shielded away from Esmee and Keira who were on either side of you, reading the name that was written on the paper. Mapi Léon. A smile crept on your lips upon reading your defensive partner's name. You didn't give in to Keira’s prying and soon the meeting concluded, sending everyone on their way for the next part of their day.

Most of the girls were headed home now, but you made your way to the physio's office. They checked a couple things and made you do a couple tests, measuring and calculating whatever they deemed necessary to ensure that your ankle was perfectly fine. Lucky for you, it didn't take long as you thought it would. You were the only one that still needed treatment, so the physios were able to round off their checklist for you quite smoothly. You were sent on your way with a pat on the shoulder, telling you to keep it up the way you were doing – both on the pitch and with your ankle. You shrugged it off at the time but you couldn't deny the way it made you feel a little warm inside. You were still quite self-conscious about yourself and your football here in Barçelona, so it was more than welcome to get a compliment about it, especially from someone that isn't the coach.

December was rough. You thought you'd get a little reprieve from cold winters as you now were a bit more south compared to England, but you were fooled. It was cold, it was busy, the training sessions only getting harder as the games ramped up in both domestic competitions and the Champions League. The month felt like it was going on forever but eventually you reached the end. Your final training session of the week, Thursday, but more importantly secret santa day. After you wrapped up both the outside and indoor session, everyone went for a shower and then gathered in the cafeteria. You all had some post-workout food and then got together at one big table, conversation flowing easily as everyone prepared to receive and give their gifts. You were one of the first who had to give their present. You'd gotten Mapi a big batch of her favorite coffee blend, along with a couple different syrups for her to try. You knew she loved her coffee and you hoped she'd be happy with it, but a subtle nudge from Ingrid had set you up in the right way and you were quite certain that the Spaniard would be pleased with your present.

"Oooh, muy bien!" Mapi wore a bright smile as she opened your present, clearly happy with what you bought her. Ingrid and you shared a knowing look before her girlfriend pulled you into a tight hug, pressing a smacking kiss against your cheek in thanks. Your cheeks flushed a little when you realized the two of you were in the centre of attention, quickly sitting back down and letting the afternoon roll on. What you didn't notice, though, whilst you and your defensive partner were sharing an embrace, was the jealous look in Alexia's eye.

Admittedly, she had been cold to you, some would even say it was borderline rude the way she treated you ever since you came in. But she had a reason. And she knew damn well that didn't excuse her behavior, but she couldn't bring herself to either telling you what was on her mind or dropping her cold act. So she kept it going, knowing it made you uncomfortable, although that was the last thing she wanted to do. In reality, Alexia had started developing some feelings for you. None very deep, because how in the world would that be possible based on nothing more than a handful three-sentence conversations, but you had piqued her interest. Your hard-working nature, the way you held yourself, your professionalism – but who would she fool if she said she didn't find you attractive. It might've been the biggest one, even. Alexia felt attracted to you. But by the time she realized that, she'd kept the cold act up for so long that she didn't think there was a way back, so instead of confessing to you she only acted more distant and more cold. She knew she was in the wrong, but an opportunity had popped up to make it up to you and she wasn't going to let it slip.

Time flowed easily, and before you knew it your name was called. Your eyes shot around the room to see who would get up, but seeing her walk over to the pile of presents was the last thing you'd expected. Alexia's light expression that she was wearing earlier, had changed to the stone cold one that she wore whenever she was in close proximity with you. You noticed how neatly wrapped her present was. A beautiful beige wrapping paper, with gold accents here and there, topped off with a small black ribbon. She came to stand beside you, propping one of her arms on the back of your chair, leaning her body over to you and dropping the present on your lap. You were well aware of how close the Spaniard was to you right now, probably closer than she'd ever been. When she didn't say anything, you just went to unwrap the package that was heavy in your lap. You didn't recognize the packaging immediately, but when you realized what was underneath the wrapping paper you could feel a couple tears pricking your eyes.

An array of British snacks and comfort foods sat in your lap, from Cadbury chocolates to Walkers crisps, digestives and so much more. You hadn't expected such a thoughtful present from anyone, especially not Alexia. You quickly wiped away a stray tear that had escaped your eye, quickly standing up and turning your body towards Alexia. "Thank you," you said, not knowing what to do with your hands as you played with the rings on your fingers. You were more than thankful that most of the girls weren't paying attention to the interaction, most of them caught up with their own presents or inspecting what others had gotten. "Can I give you a hug?" You didn't want to overstep any boundaries, but you wanted to thank her appropriately for the present. You'd never voiced to her directly that you missed home, so it was clear that she'd just been paying attention. Maybe more than you thought she had been. Alexia didn't respond verbally but pulled you in a hug, awkwardly patting your back as she didn't know what to do with herself. In reality, she wanted to pull you tight, rub comforting patterns across your back and press a kiss against your crown but she knew that was a place she wouldn't return from. So instead, she did the next best thing; push you further away. "Just because I got you this, doesn't mean I like you."

Your body tensed up at her words and you suddenly noticed the burning sensation of her arms around you, quickly removing yourself from the embrace and sitting back down, nearly giving yourself a whiplash from the sheer force that you backed away from the midfielder with. You'd allowed yourself to get comfortable in the hug, sensing as if you two were crossing a bit of the boundaries that had been present ever since you met one another, but her comment put you right back where you started – maybe even further. The interaction didn't go lost on Mapi, who whispered something in Alexia's ear as she passed the defender to go back to her seat, Mapi clearly angry at her.

You sulked for the remainder of the evening, knowing you were being a pain in the ass but you couldn't bring it in you to care this time. When you said your goodbyes and made your way out of the facility later that evening, you felt a hand tugging you back before you could open the door of your car. Startled by the unexpected touch, you clutched your chest where your heart would be as your eyes met Ingrid's. "Ingrid, don't scare me like that, for god's sake," you said, playfully hitting the Norwegian's shoulder who only laughed at your reaction. The conversation soon took a turn, though, when she mentioned the earlier events. "Hey, about Alexia, I kno-", she started, although you didn't let her finish. "Ingrid, it's fine. She doesn't like me, I get it. I'll just steer clear from her. I don't need it to be told to my face, we can just avoid one another and everything will be fine."

Ingrid closed her eyes and shook her head, placing a hand on your arm that was animatedly waving along as you spoke. "No. God, no. You're so wrong." "I'm wrong? Ingrid, you heard what she said to me. I don't think I need more confirmation than what she verbally told me a couple hours ago." The Norwegian pinched the bridge of her nose and let out a deep sigh, before she spoke up again. "I know this is going to sound weird, but Alexia doesn't hate you. She doesn't dislike you, not at all. It's quite the opposite, if you ask me."

"The opposite?" you asked, a confused lilt in your voice as you urged Ingrid to speak further. "She'll give me hell for telling you this, but I can't just be a bystander to this anymore. She's hurting you." Ingrid took a deep breath and looked you in the eye. "Alexia likes you. And she doesn't know what to do about it. So she does what she does know, and that's pushing you away. I, uhm, agree that it isn't the way she should handle it and certainly not like she did just earlier, but she doesn't know any better." Your thoughts ran rampant in your head, thinking about all the conversations and interactions you had in the past months and gauging whether there was any point where Alexia acted like she liked you, even for a moment. "Ingrid, what the hell are you talking about?" You raised your voice, to which she put a hand on your shoulder, reminding you that you were outside the parking lot just outside the facility. "I know it sounds insane. I didn't believe it either when Mapi told me, but you know she wouldn't lie to her best friend about that. Now, I don't know how you feel about her, but I suggest you talk about it. Because she's been sulking about the situation at our house the last couple weeks and I can't bear it anymore. She has to do something about it, and quick."

"Ingrid, I-" "Y/N. Don't argue with me on this. I don't know how you feel about Alexia, but I know how it's been weighing on you that she's been treating you like this. If anything, it's just an opportunity to clear some of the tension. If you don't want to do it for her, do it for me and Maria." You nodded, begrudgingly, but you nodded nonetheless. You didn't say much more because you needed some time to process what the Norwegian told you, so you sent her away with another promise to text Alexia and then drove home. You took your time that evening to process everything. You thought back to the couple months, and the newfound information still felt like a fever dream. Alexia liked you. Liked liked you. You couldn't say it didn't flatter you. You also couldn't say that some of those feelings weren't mutual, but you'd need some time to explore those. And you'd need lots of time and conversations with Alexia before you could move past the way she treated you the past months. But you were ready to give it a try. So later that night, you sent the Spanish midfielder a text, secretly hoping that Ingrid had notified her that she'd told you, softening the blow a little bit already.

To: Alexia Hey, Alexia. I'm not sure how to approach this, but here goes nothing. I spoke to Ingrid today about us, and about you, I assume she told you this? I don't want to wave this away and say I think the way you treated me is excused now that I know the reason behind it. I know you know that too, and I'd love to talk about that if you are open to do so too. Nonetheless, I was still shocked when Ingrid told me the reasoning behind your behavior. I didn't expect it and it still feels a bit like a fever dream. I'm flattered, even? I'd love to explore it, Ale, but we'll have to talk about some things first.

You sent the message before you could overthink any of your word choices, and plopped down on the couch. You wanted to set your mind to the show that was playing on tv, but you couldn't focus – your thoughts seemingly unable to drift away from Alexia. You thought about what you wanted to say to her, how you wanted to word whatever you were feeling, but right before you could dive in the deep end of your feelings you heard a notification sound coming from your phone, slightly startling you. You picked it up with haste, eager to see what the blonde had replied.

From: Alexia Hola :) I'm sorry you had to find out through Ingrid, that's not fair on you. I know I should've told you and I know I've been childish about it, but I didn't know what to do with myself. I completely understand if my behavior has put a barrier between the two of us, because I've been nothing short of immature. I would love to talk to you about things, because I've been silent about it all for long enough. If you're down, I could call you? I hope you're enjoying your present.

A small smile tugged at the corners of your lips at the mention of her present, glancing over to the basket of snacks that was placed on your coffee table. You grabbed a packet of crisps and sat back on the couch, enjoying the salty snack while you typed a response to Alexia.

To: Alexia It's okay. I can understand where you're coming from, but I'm glad you're acknowledging that it was immature. I loved the present. What you said while I hugged you confused me even further, and I know I was killing the mood after that. I'm sorry for that. But thank you, it means so much to me. I'd love to call, but could you maybe come over instead? I'd prefer it if you were near, but don't worry if you can't. I know it's late and it's been a rough week.

From: Alexia I'll be right there.

You hadn't put your phone down as another message from Alexia chimed in, letting you know she was on her way to your place. You decided not to question how she knew your address, assuming she probably got it from Maria or Ingrid. You quickly freshened up a little, brushing your hair and putting on some fresh clothes, still in your training attire from earlier. You tidied a little, putting dishes in the dishwasher and rearranging your cushions as a knock on your door pulled you out of your thoughts. You opened the door to a sight you thought you'd never see. Alexia was sporting a small smile, a thin layer of sweat present on her face from the rush she was in coming here. In her hands was a small bouquet of red roses, and you wondered where she'd found the time to pick those up along the way. You felt warm inside and ushered the blonde to come inside, not wanting her to be in the cold hallway much longer.

"Hi," you said softly, still feeling a little apprehensive whenever she was around. Old manners died hard. "Hi. These are for you." Alexia stretched her arm out and gave you the bouquet of flowers, which you gratefully took and put in the empty vase on your kitchen counter. "Thank you so much. You know you didn't have to do that but, uhm, they're really nice. Thank you. I still needed some for this vase, clearly," you chuckled, your cheeks flushing slightly red at the loving gesture from the Spanish midfielder. You were still struggling to wrap your mind around the shift in behavior from Alexia, grown very used to her stone cold personality whenever you were around her. It was a very welcome change, but it was one that you'd have to get used to.

"Do you want a drink?" You asked Alexia, who was seemingly lost in thought while she looked around your apartment, taking in her surroundings. You decided to let her do that and fill up two glasses of water for you and her, slowly making your way over to the living room where she was looking through your vinyl collection. "You've settled in nicely, I really like how you decorated your apartment," Alexia said when she heard you shuffling around behind you. A bright smile crept on your face at the compliment. "Thanks. I've spent a lot of time trying to make it look cozy. Being that far away from my family and friends, it's just nice to have a place that feels like home." "I can imagine. I've never moved away from here and I've never had to struggle with something like you are right now, but I can imagine it's not easy at all. You're doing great." You looked away from Alexia's gaze as you felt your cheeks heating up again. "Do you want to sit?" You tried to steer the conversation away from the current topic, earning a nod from Alexia as she sat down on your couch, opposite to you.

You talked for hours on end, the conversation topics ranging from your family to hers, to your move to Barçelona and what sparked it, to how you've been feeling at the club, to eventually the – still slightly apprehensive – relationship between the two of you. Talking to Alexia felt easy, something you never thought you'd say. She was interested, listened with intent and really seemed like wanted to hear what you were saying. She asked questions, tried to understand your views on things and voiced back exactly how she felt. You hadn't expected her to be so open about her feelings after everything that happened the past couple of months, so it was a welcome change for the blonde to put her heart out like that. When you felt like she adequately expressed her feelings about you, you too talked about your own. You said that you really wanted to explore things between you, that you couldn't deny the blonde's charming energy and that you had found yourself gutted with how little the two of you had bonded over your first couple months in Barçelona – more than eager to make up for lost time.

When the night came to an end, you could feel a weight had been lifted from your shoulders, and Alexia felt the same. It had been nothing less than a burden for her to carry around, forever dancing around feelings that she didn't know how to express, pushing you further than she ever wanted to do. She was eternally grateful for the opportunity you were giving her by wanting to talk to her.

"Thank you, honestly. You didn't owe me anything and yet you gave me the chance to explain everything and talk about my feelings. I owe you one." You smiled brightly at Alexia and waved away her comments. "Don't worry about it. We've talked about it, we're okay. I understand where you were coming from. It's fine, Ale, I promise. I'm glad you came to terms with it."

The two of you started to make moves towards your front door, knowing you should end your conversations and call it a day, but with the prospect of a day off tomorrow and no training to wake up for, neither of you really felt the intent to wrap it up. Nonetheless, a couple moments later Alexia found herself in the hallway, leaning against your doorframe as you talked a little more, wrapping up your conversation.

You noticed Alexia looking down at her feet, playing with her fingers before she lifted her head and locked eyes with you again. "I might not be in the position to ask you this right now, but would you maybe want to go on a... date together?" You chuckled at Alexia's nervousness, a slightly red tint covering her cheeks as she spoke. You took one of her hands in yours and nodded fiercely, a smug grin covering your lips. "Yeah, I'd love to. Text me, okay? I'm free whenever." Alexia's smile grew wider with each word you spoke, the Spanish midfielder giddy about the prospect of taking you on a date. "I will. I promise. I should get going now, it's getting late." "You should. Be safe getting home. Have a good night, Ale."

You pressed a soft kiss to Alexia's cheek after wishing her a good night, causing the midfielder to blush deeper than she already had been. She stumbled over her words as she wished you another goodnight, clumsily walking backwards and gripping the handrail as she nearly fell head first on the first step of the stairs of your apartment block. You couldn't hold back the chuckle as you watched Alexia steady herself and rush down the stairs. "Be careful, capi!" you yelled after her, earning nothing more than a grumble and some Spanish curse words that you couldn't make out.

Sticking to her promise, Alexia was way more open with her feelings moving further. You went on a couple dates, you shared a few kisses and before you knew it you were dating. If someone told you that goddamn Secret Santa was what would bring you two closer, and eventually start a relationship, you would've never believed them.

[synonymouswithanonymous]

Chains lol

He's worked several times throughout the last couple of years, his voice over work for an animated film, nightwatch 2, 2 tv shows filmed and aired, two unknown projects one in Scotland (she visited him briefly) and one in Spain. Short film Pic. So it's not like he's been lumping around idle without work lol. He was filming something else in DK about 2 weeks ago, unknown new project. Also worked on his GF's podcast and been on several podcasts.

Now he's got a visa to probably work in NYC like he mentioned in an interview..for an international film.

Bali and Lebanon trips for G2N & RC.

Beyonce concert and Smukfest (article said Johanne was visiting family or friends during Smukfest). Plus a boys trip in Dublin. This is off the top of my head. He travels a lot. Lol Other concerts, even with his Dad.

So I'm not sure why some people are acting like he doesn't leave the house or his girlfriend keeps him chained at her side. That's clearly not what's happening. 😂😂😂😂 that's the new/latest irrational angle I guess. Or that she's keeping him from work or friends for some imagined reason haters imagined her to have. Just bc you don't see instagram posts of him with friends doesn't mean he's not been with friends. Just bc neither person posted them at Christmas together doesn't mean they didn't see each other at all ( their second Christmas together), doesn't mean they didn't have their "couples Christmas" and exchange gifts lol. And how are you going to use what you didn't see as a way to make up a story that she's manipulating him by withholding her presence. or gets mean when she doesn't get her way (lol random irrational assumption). Or keeping him from work and friends.😂😂 I mean really are you kidding me? 😂😂😂😂😂 this is imo, highly irrational.

Maybe they only show what they want to show, on socials, and are private with the rest (they seem more guarded with posts now). They're basically already living together (clothes in closet was posted so educated guess) but we don't see every minute of their days or nights. But again, educated guess, they're having sex. We won't see it ever ( good bc that's extra private) but I'm gonna guess that they are. To hammer my point home about the just bc you don't see it on Instagram doesn't mean it's not happening. Consider work schedules and real life for all involved, consider also when you're in a relationship you will spend a large portion of time with your partner. This is normal. Like when people have kids and unless you visit them you might not see them for awhile. Lol

This doesn't make him weak, it doesn't say anything bad about him at all. It also doesn't say anything bad about her either. Why is he seen as weak or a victim of some kind? It doesn't make sense. Why does she have to a villain to some people? And not just a normal couple with extraordinary jobs? They seem pretty solid even though he travels a lot. But she's an actor too, so she would understand the travel aspect of the job/life.

Sidenote the "hands" video, her face is so adorably sweet looking in the video. They're cute together. The tickling was funny. 😊😊😊

[howwelldoyouknowyourmoon]

Barrytown: We talked to our son “for over 12 hours and he was shaking and vomiting”

Voices of parents of children lost to the moonies 7

March 22, 1976

To whom it may concern:

Our son joined Moon’s group in late 1971 and was coaxed to join by a room-mate. Our son was taking graduate courses. He was a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of a U.S. University in the mid-west. He was definitely idealistic, because he quit his job in his hometown because he felt the institution he worked for charged exorbitant interest rates to under-developed countries.

Mike (this is not his name) has never been home since he joined the group, because we told him we felt he was wasting his life working for Moon. We believe he has been in practically every state in the union, even Alaska, but not Hawaii. We had cards from many places. However, we did visit him twice. We noted the houses were clean where he lived. But I thought the food was not adequate. Both places had an open jar of peanut butter sitting on a table and a loaf of bread. Coffee and tea seemed to be available, but we saw no fresh fruit nor vegetables.

Mail from Mike has been infrequent and short, usually cards. However the very first letter was frightening—rambling and 10 or 12 pages long, trying to tell us why he joined this movement. He talked about the drug problem, the race problem, poverty in the world, etc. And he implied that those who joined this group had all the answers. He never mentioned the name Unification Church nor Moon for over a year after he was in the group.

We seemed to get no Christmas or Easter greetings. One Christmas we got a Christmas greeting with a snow scene. Our family always sent religious cards at Christmas. But Christmas 1974 we got no word at all. Then in February we got word Mike was married by Moon in a mass wedding in Korea. He was married to a German girl we had never heard of.

He said he worked with her in the group for a year, but our daughter, a nurse went to hear one of Moon’s talks the November before and met all the young people with him and this girl was not one of them. So we feel Mike lies to protect Moon. Later (in March) we received a letter from “our daughter-in-law”. She said, “I know you must wonder about your son who went out into the world and married someone you never met before”. But she gave no explanation of this.

Then later we received a letter from our son’s father-in-law from Germany. He and his wife are very good Christian people and they went to the trouble to find a student to write to us in English. They wanted to know about the family now related to their daughter. We immediately told them we did not approve of the Moon Movement and they too said it has been the heartbreak of their lives. She, the daughter-in-law, was still being held in Germany after being flown from Japan in December. They are having visa problems we hear.

Our son was taken back to the States in early November 1995 to Barrytown, N.Y. The father-in-law of our son told us about this and we called for several days before he finally called us back. Then we took a chance on going up to see him, my other son, an ex-Moonie and I, Mike’s mother. The ex-Moonie told him the movement was a big rip-off. We talked to him for over 12 hours and he was shaking and vomiting. It was terrible to see him so programmed that if he broke in the middle of an explanation, he would have to start all over again just like a record. He told us he just read that Franco of Spain died that morning, after we told him he does not read nor listen to TV or radio. Franco, in fact, did not die for several days. Anyway, I stepped into the bathroom for a minute and he fled, because his brother fell asleep. He left his coat and ran out into the rain. We looked for him for a while and then called the ex-Moonie’s mother and she told us to get out of New York quick or we would be arrested. We left and I was so shaken from this experience, I spent 10 days in a mental hospital for my nerves. After witnessing the fear and vomiting, I was relieved to see him go. But later I still cry for what has happened to my intelligent son.

I want to add here too that my son gave Moon $1,400 he had in a local bank. And when he married he defaulted on a state school educational loan. I received a letter about this in January 1975 and I gave the state all the recent addresses I had for my son. My son told me when we saw him November 1975 that he thought Moon paid off his loan. We heard also from a reliable source that Moon charged each person he married $400. Moon now is sending out booklets “Way of World” to presently active Moonie’s parents to make us more understanding. The NERVE he has—we now NEVER get a letter from our son at all. I cannot understand why the U.S. government lets this terrible thing happen to us, the tax paying citizens, and this foreigner with a permanent visa makes fools of us. Someone must be getting paid off. The First Amendment we need, but our judges and law makers administer the law.

Name withheld

_____________________________________

A visit to Ann at Barrytown (1975)

At Barrytown all members must continually strive to lose their identity and become one with Moon’s will (1976)

Ken Sudo and the secret Barrytown 120-day training manual and Unification Church telephone fraud

Physically restrained against his will at Barrytown

Voices of parents of children lost to the moonies 2 Moon’s mass marriages are “a form of sex perversion”

Voices of parents of children lost to the moonies 3 Our son “seemed to be in a bizarre world of science fiction”

Voices of parents of children lost to the moonies 4 “only if she got rid of the baby and gave it up for adoption”

Voices of parents of children lost to the moonies 5 Moon is a man devoid of of human compassion

Voices of parents of children lost to the moonies 6 “One of your ancestors was a peeping Tom.”

Voices of parents of children lost to the moonies 8 Many parents suffered heartbreak after losing their children to the Moonies

[icl-immigration]

Visiting New Zealand - Visa Waiver Countries & NZeTA

New Zealand is the favourite destination for Christmas and New Year's celebrations. INZ is expecting nearly 2 million visitors this year. Does everyone need an NZ visitor visa to Visit New Zealand? The answer is no. There are many Visa-Free countries whose citizens don’t need a Visa, but they need to make a few requests before travelling, and there are some limitations. In this blog, we will try to cover details about New Zealand Visa Waiver countries. NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) If you are a passport holder from a country or territory with a visa waiver, you do not need a visa to travel to New Zealand. However, you must request an NZeTA before travelling. Short Visit to New Zealand You need to request an NZeTA if: You hold a passport from a visa waiver country (see the list below). You plan to visit New Zealand for up to 3 months. British citizens can visit for up to 6 months. Medical Treatment in New Zealand If you are visiting New Zealand for medical consultation or treatment and hold a passport from a visa waiver country, you must apply for a visa, even if you are from a visa waiver country. For medical purposes, apply for the Medical Treatment Visitor Visa. Visa Waiver Countries and Territories If you are a citizen of any of the following countries or territories, you do not need a visa to visit New Zealand, but you must obtain an NZeTA: Andorra Argentina Austria Bahrain Belgium Brazil Brunei Bulgaria Canada Chile Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Estonia (citizens only) Finland France Germany Greece Hong Kong (HKSAR or British National–Overseas passports only) Hungary Iceland Ireland Israel Italy Japan South Korea Kuwait Latvia (citizens only) Liechtenstein Lithuania (citizens only) Luxembourg Macau (Macau SAR passports only) Malaysia Malta Mauritius Mexico Monaco Netherlands Norway Oman Poland Portugal (if you have permanent residency rights in Portugal) Qatar Romania San Marino Saudi Arabia Seychelles Singapore Slovak Republic Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland Taiwan (if you are a permanent resident) United Arab Emirates United Kingdom (UK) (British citizens and those with the right to reside permanently in the UK) United States of America (including USA nationals) Uruguay Vatican City Ensure you check whether you need an NZeTA before travelling to New Zealand. Read the full article

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Europe Tour Packages: Your Ultimate Guide to Exploring the Continent

1. Introduction

Overview of Europe as a Travel Destination

Why Choose a Tour Package?

Benefits of Booking a Europe Tour Package

2. Planning Your European Adventure

Setting Your Budget

Deciding the Best Time to Visit

Choosing the Right Tour Package

3. Types of Europe Tour Packages

Guided Tours

Self-Guided Tours

Customizable Packages

Themed Tours (Historical, Culinary, Adventure)

4. Top Destinations in Europe

Western Europe: France, Germany, Spain, Italy

Eastern Europe: Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary

Northern Europe: Sweden, Norway, Denmark

Southern Europe: Greece, Portugal, Turkey

5. Must-See Attractions

Eiffel Tower, Paris

Colosseum, Rome

Sagrada Familia, Barcelona

The Louvre, Paris

Acropolis, Athens

6. Unique Experiences in Europe

Wine Tasting in Tuscany

Northern Lights in Norway

Mediterranean Cruises

Christmas Markets in Germany

Historical Castles in Scotland

7. Romantic Getaways in Europe

Venice, Italy

Santorini, Greece

Paris, France

Bruges, Belgium

8. Family-Friendly Tours

Disneyland Paris

Legoland, Denmark

Educational Tours in London

Beach Resorts in Spain

9. Europe for Solo Travelers

Safe Cities for Solo Travel

Best Hostels and Budget Accommodations

Group Tours for Solo Travelers

10. Nightlife and Entertainment

Top Party Cities: Berlin, Amsterdam, Barcelona

Famous Nightclubs and Bars

Cultural Shows and Performances

11. Food and Culinary Tours

Best Food Destinations

Cooking Classes and Culinary Workshops

Street Food Experiences

12. Adventure and Outdoor Activities

Hiking in the Swiss Alps

Skiing in Austria

Cycling Tours in the Netherlands

Water Sports in Croatia

13. Cultural and Historical Tours

Museums and Galleries

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Historical Landmarks and Monuments

14. Luxury Europe Tours

Five-Star Hotels and Resorts

Private Guided Tours

Exclusive Experiences

15. Budget-Friendly Europe Tours

Backpacking Routes

Affordable Accommodations

Money-Saving Tips

16. Tips for Traveling in Europe

Packing Essentials

Navigating Public Transport

Language and Communication Tips

17. Booking and Preparation

How to Book Your Tour Package

Visa and Travel Insurance

Preparing for Your Trip

18. Sustainability in European Travel

Eco-Friendly Tour Options

Responsible Tourism Practices

Supporting Local Communities

19. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the best time to visit Europe?

How much should I budget for a European tour?

Are Europe tour packages worth it?

Can I customize my tour package?

What are the must-visit cities in Europe?

20. Conclusion

Recap of the Benefits of Europe Tour Packages

Final Tips for a Memorable European Adventure

Encouragement to Start Planning Your Trip

[visaportugal]

Experience the enchantment of Christmas in Spain in 2023

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Schengen Area Countries: Unlocking the Wonders of Borderless Travel

Introduction

Welcome to the enchanting world of the Schengen Area countries, where the borders between countries fade away, and travelers can explore an array of captivating destinations without the hassle of passport checks at every border crossing. In this article, we invite you to unlock the wonders of borderless travel as we delve into the magic and convenience of the Schengen Area and the captivating countries it encompasses.

The Schengen Agreement: A Revolution in Travel

The Schengen Agreement, signed in 1985, marked a significant turning point in European travel history. Named after the small village of Schengen in Luxembourg, this landmark agreement aimed to create a zone of free movement, eliminating internal border controls among participating countries. Over the years, the Schengen Area has expanded, and today it includes 26 countries that share the joy of unrestricted travel.

Exploring the Schengen Area Countries

1. France

France, the epitome of romance and culture, welcomes travelers with open arms. From the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris to the picturesque vineyards of Bordeaux, the diversity of experiences in France is boundless. Savor delectable cuisine, immerse yourself in art and history at the Louvre, and stroll along the charming streets of Provence.

2. Italy

Italy, a treasure trove of ancient wonders and natural beauty, beckons visitors to indulge in la dolce vita. Explore the historic ruins of Rome, marvel at the artistic wonders of Florence, and cruise through the enchanting canals of Venice. The culinary delights of Italy, from pasta to gelato, are an unforgettable feast for the senses.

3. Spain

Spain's vibrant energy and rich heritage captivate travelers from around the globe. Experience the passion of flamenco in Seville, marvel at the stunning architecture of Barcelona's Sagrada Familia, and relax on the sun-kissed beaches of the Costa del Sol. Spain's diverse regions offer a myriad of experiences, each infused with its unique charm.

4. Germany

Germany, a land of history, innovation, and stunning landscapes, is a delight for explorers. Delve into the medieval charm of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, visit the majestic Neuschwanstein Castle, and relish the festive atmosphere of the Christmas markets. The vibrant cities of Berlin and Munich offer a mix of contemporary culture and rich history.

5. Greece

Greece, the cradle of Western civilization, invites travelers to immerse themselves in ancient mythology and breathtaking beauty. Admire the ancient ruins of Athens, bask in the sun on the pristine beaches of Santorini, and explore the vibrant streets of Thessaloniki. Greek cuisine, with its array of flavors and fresh ingredients, is a culinary adventure in itself.

6. Netherlands

The Netherlands, known for its iconic windmills, tulip fields, and picturesque canals, exudes charm at every turn. Discover the artistic legacy of Amsterdam's museums, cycle through the scenic countryside, and savor the sweet taste of stroopwafels. The Dutch hospitality and laid-back atmosphere create a welcoming environment for travelers.

The Convenience of Borderless Travel

Traveling within the Schengen Area offers a level of convenience and freedom that is unparalleled. With no passport controls at internal borders, travelers can move seamlessly from one country to another, making the most of their time and exploring multiple destinations in one trip. This borderless experience fosters a sense of unity among the participating countries, promoting cultural exchange and cross-border friendships.

Practical Tips for Travelers

As you embark on your Schengen adventure, keep in mind a few practical tips to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey:

Valid Schengen Visa: Depending on your nationality, you may need a Schengen Visa to enter the area. Check the visa requirements well in advance and ensure your visa covers the duration and countries of your travel.

Travel Insurance: While travel insurance is not a formal requirement, it is highly recommended to have adequate coverage during your trip to the Schengen Area.

Respect Local Customs: Each Schengen country has its unique customs and cultural norms. Show respect for local traditions and be mindful of local sensitivities.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Schengen Area countries offer a gateway to a world of wonders, where borders blur, and travel dreams come to life. From the romance of France to the ancient allure of Greece, each country within the Schengen Area has a story to tell and experiences to share. Embrace the freedom of borderless travel, explore diverse cultures, and create cherished memories as you unlock the wonders of the Schengen Area.

[spainvisa]

Christmas in Spain 2021 – Traditions, Festivities and Fun!

Fancy discovering some of the best Christmas markets in Europe? Want to witness some amazing Christmas decorations, beautiful nativity scenes and much more? Then you should celebrate Christmas in Spain 2021 with your loved ones.

But you apply for a visa to Celebrate Christmas in Spain, read our brief guide to make sure that you experience the best of Christmas with loved ones!

What are some interesting Spanish Christmas Traditions?

Initially, there was no Santa Claus

Since time immemorial, the locals of Spain never celebrated the coming of Santa Claus on Christmas. Instead, those wonderful presents were delivered on 6th January to the children by the Three Wise Men (who got the information about Jesus Christ’s Birth).

However, with times changing, even the locals are giving gifts on Christmas and the 6th of January. Don’t miss the Cabalgata which is a wonderful parade filled with big parade floats and tasty candy.

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[yandere-romanticaa]

I got such a selfish Christmas gift for my best friend but I couldn't help myself - she's in Spain and she's actually not sure whether or not she'll be able to come back to us due to dumb visa complications so I got her a necklace with MY star sign on it LOLOLOL She's an Aquarius but I just, I just want to be there for her in spirit, I want to always be with her in no matter which corner of the world she may be so I thought I could remedy that if I got something that would definitely remind her of me and I know she'll like it so it's the perfect win.

I feel a little bad at just how selfish this gift really is but I just can't help myself.

[spainvisas]

Unveiling the Essence of Spain Holidays: Best Travel Tips for Cherished Memories

Delve into Spain's rich traditions and December festivals! Discover the ultimate guide for a Madrid holiday trip in December. From savoring food in Madrid to celebrating Christmas and New Year, get essential tips and book your Spain visa for an unforgettable experience.

[beardedmrbean]

An American college student who was reported missing last month while studying abroad in France is alive and in Spain, a French official and the student's family said Friday. Ken DeLand Jr. had last been heard from on Nov. 27, when he communicated with his family via WhatsApp. 

Eric Vaillant, the public prosecutor in Grenoble, France, confirmed to CBS News that they learned "DeLand was able to speak with his parents today" and "he is apparently in Spain."

His father, Ken DeLand Sr., told CNN on Friday that he'd just spoken with his son. 

"He is alive — that's all I can say," he told CNN.

The website created by his family to help publicize the search now says: "KENNY HAS BEEN FOUND. We will update with more information as we get it! THANK YOU to everyone for helping us bring Kenny home!"

A statement added later Friday morning says, "We are so happy to announce that Kenny is safe; we received a call from Kenny in the early morning hours on December 16, 2022. Kenny is in Spain, and Carol (his mom) is in France, preparing to see Kenny and hopefully bring him home for Christmas."

The family's statement also thanks the media for help to spreading the word and everyone who supported the search.

The public prosecutor told CBS News that the investigation into DeLand's disappearance is continuing.

DeLand's family previously said they had been in communication with authorities, and that he had been added to the French missing persons list.

DeLand is a student St. John Fisher University in Rochester, New York. He had been and studying at the Université Grenoble Alpes for the fall semester of his senior year. His international studies were set to end on Dec. 17, and his visa allowing him to stay in France will expire on Jan. 20, 2023, his family said.

In a statement to CBS News, St. John Fisher University confirmed that DeLand was now in contact with his family.

"We are relieved by this news, and will continue to support Kenneth and his family in any way we can," the school said. 

According to the family's website, DeLand had been staying with a host family in France. Before he dropped out of contact he had reportedly been traveling by train from his host family's residence to Valence, France, a city about 60 miles from the university, and was spotted in security footage in the town of Montemilar.

There had been no activity on DeLand's social media pages or WhatsApp account, but his WhatsApp had turned back on Friday.

[nostuntmanneeded]

So now Boris is posting late posts from weekends ago...hmmm nothing suspicious. So, Sebastian's friends wouldn't promote this nonsense, so they're calling their “friends” to. They're not doing anything, but their lackeys do the work for them... but they're so in love 😂😂 what a bunch of 🤡🤡. cb and the negativity she brought and they had to change the original plan stopping with the paparazzi well they became jokes and were being mocked, when cb went to spain for the second time in december because of the visa and for not being able to enter canadab in december when cb came back to spain sebastian started following her on instagram.after people made fun of her he could follow her two exs and not her, in march he started liking/commenting on cb's post once a month, in december elizabeth posted the christmas photo and 6 hours later she went out, in january it was jessica's turn and the November baby shower photo, then came deanna and the dinner photo that after almost 4 hours was erased, then Sebastian's cook friend who posted a v. ideo and in less than seconds it went out, leaving the necessary time for cb to download it and post as if she had recorded it and an account in spanish going to some specific intagram accounts saying that cb had posted a story with sebasti, after just two birthday video from toby and he going to one of cb's ace accounts to say that "everyone loves her", between end of june beginning of july unposted and paid for a video and then reposted the same video he deleted starts following cb on nstagram later to sign with the same spanish model agency of cb that is jon's friend and manager's agency, in july after enjoying several posts mocking sebastian's nanoro and cb from another instagram account Don started following cb, now in august 9 months after baby shower jessica follows cb, 9 months after the last paparazzi in LA they do paparazzi in ibiza on a yacht a year and a month after the first paparazzi in ibiza on a yacht and i won't even talk from the infamous video of CB's birthday and the various versions of this video on CB fan accounts and several photos of the private couple on these accounts that were created between late May and early June.

It really seems that they're just adding on things as the relationship runs its course.

We went from an initial meeting to visiting each other to family meetings. When you look at the timeline as a whole, there's a lot of things that are weird and seemed very planned.

[spidermaninlove]

Anon. Realizing the restrictions mean there won’t be a holy trinity reunion :/ it may have been difficult but totally understand them getting Harry a visa, otherwise it’d be pretty tough for Tom I imagine, never seeing fam. Them coming from Spain also v possibly means T hasn’t had a reunion with the others yet, and explaining the silence?🤷🏼‍♀️

moi:  Having Harry there for Christmas should they not be able to return to London for the holidays is a blessing for Tom.  And he’ll have friends and loved ones there as well (e.g., Anthony Drewett).  

[badfauxmance]

she can only stay in the USA 3 months without Visa tho, not 6...

I’m only answering this ahead of everything else because I just answered related asks.

Can we please stop discussing about how long her Visa stay probably is? Point is that we have no evidence she’s going to be here are on an extended period of time especially any time longer than a month. Once Sebastian heads off to Canada, there’s really no point in her staying in the U.S. unless she actually gets a job for something here. The whole point of being in the U.S. is so she can be seen with him or “seen” with him as we can refer to her baiting. They��re going to try to make it look like they’re spending Christmas together. There’s a POTENTIAL pap walk coming up, which would fit some of the baiting we’ve seen earlier this month. Also it’s the last opportunity to do a pap walk before he leaves to film. We’ve already discussed that it’s very unlikely she can go to Canada because she’s got no work reasons to enter. Spouses and S/O’s have had a hard time crossing the border during this pandemic, so I highly doubt a PR girlfriend will get through.

I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if the reality is she goes back to Spain for Christmas or heck even Mexico. She’s from Spain and she’s got family in Mexico too. Sebastian may stay in L.A. or go back to New York for Christmas since his father apparently is in L.A.. There is very little chance the “lovebirds” are really spending time together for a holiday like that.