#taylor koa

[koallebear]

fearless (pearl's version) if u even care

a collab series with @fancywen !!!

[wwwchrishollymusic-blog-blog]

Away Go Rain 📸☔️🏡 •*• #sunday #home #photo #dump #guitarist #songwriter #singer #bigfoot #fan #taylor #guitar #koa #gsmini #cat #hairstyle #hippo #life #nofilter (at Charleston, South Carolina) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnvEoZ2L085/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[lanternburning19]

[taylorswiftstyle]

The Eras Tour | Acoustic section

Jessica Jones custom

It's nice in a lot of ways that this tender, stripped down moment in Taylor's set that's dedicated entirely to her roots as a singer-songwriter brings with it two very familiar names.

The first being Taylor Guitars, the instrument brand that Taylor first entered the scene playing. This particular 6-string features the same koa wood that was her signature as a teenager, in addition to some byzantine inlays and a Florentine cutaway — just as her first guitars from this brand had.

The second, of course, being the wonderful Jessica Jones who was Taylor's main costumer for both the 1989 and reputation Tours. I had noted that this was the one outfit of her entire tour wardrobe that stood out the most to me as unlike the others - and now we know why. It's a joy to see her credited again as part of Taylor's tour.

You'll also notice in these shots the sparkle of her Roberto Cavalli two piece, worn during the previous 1989 section. It's another smart move when it comes to efficient layered dressing for quick changes as Taylor can simply pop this dress on top of her clothes - coordinated to be tonally consistent - and the ruffled slit still means the sparkles get to catch the light on stage.

It's brilliant.

[vanserrasswife]

TOG Characters as Taylor Swift songs

A/n: This is just my opinion and I'd love to hear what other people think. I might do this for acotar characters eventually. This is my first post about TOG characters on this blog so yay!!

Aelin

No body, no crime (feat. HAIM)

Happiness

Vigilante shit

Rowan

Ready for it?

Timeless

Out of The Woods

Manon

Hoax

You’re on your own kid

Long Live

Dorian

Bejeweled

This is why we can’t have nice things

Paris

Fenrys

Mirrorball

The archer

Forever Winter

Lorcan

Exile (feat.Bon Iver)

Haunted

Daylight

Elide

Don’t Blame me

Innocent

Safe and Sound (Feat Joy Williams and John Paul White)

Aedion

Eyes Open

Afterglow

The story of us

Lysandra

Look what you made me do

Nothing New (Feat. Phoebe Bridgers)

Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve

Chaol

Sparks Fly

Mr. Perfectly Fine

King of My Heart

Yrene

Sweet Nothing

Fearless

Ivy 

Asterin

Peace

Seven

Bigger than the whole sky

Extra-The thirteen in the final battle in KoA

Epiphany

[malkaleh]

Tell us what the TV show trailer is like?

EEEE. This is THE BEST.

Season One

All happy endings have a beginning. To get to the heart of the ever after you have to go back to the once upon a time…

This is a henry voiceover - you flash between their statue, the three crowns, a baby in a cradle in a beautiful field of flowers and trees - lit by a spring sunrise - all soft gold and pinks. And then you go to Henry, saying he wants a divorce, KOA falling to the ground, Bessie Blount with Henry and then an image of Thomas on a ship with small!Gregory looking at the English shore, Anne in France.

“I need a son” - Henry, talking to Wolsey. “And the Queen can no longer give me one”

Thomas, waking from a nightmare.

Anne, reading City of Ladies and discussing it.

End tagline ‘the journey to a golden world starts with a choice’

I���m now imagining promo posters with different characters and it’s like:

Anne. ‘The Queen is the most powerful piece on the chessboard’ and ‘Loving Mother. Beloved Queen. Political Genius’ oh also ‘she’s the intellectual powerhouse’ (Anne is wearing her crown and sitting on her throne, smiling dangerously)

Wolsey’s is actually essentially the same as it is for our Tudors (The Cardinal With A Lover).

Thomas Cromwell. ‘Proof That Fairy Tales Are True’ ‘The Commoner Who Became A King’ ‘He’s sleeping with the King…and with the Queen.’ (The first one is genuinely shot like a fairy tale ending disney movie and the second is one of the sexy shots with the three of them in bed, Thomas in the middle).

Henry. ‘Can The King Conquer His Own Demons?’ And listen there’s definitely a Taylor Swift song involved I know it.

[peonierose]

Wildflower

Book: Open Heart

Pairing: Keiki Lahela (F!MC) x Koa Haulani (M!OC)

Words: 4,000+

Rating: Teen. A few curse words.

Summary: Keiki who still struggles with trusting guys and entering a new relationship after Dylan broke her heart, meets someone new. Will she give Koa a chance or will she let her fear of getting hurt win and therefore miss out on a great connection with Koa?

A/N: This is my submission for @springfeverpitch Thank you for giving us the chance to write amazing stories. So my base is 1st base. My word is lipgloss (it will be in color) and my sentence is "I thought you might like (blank), so I brought you some."

Sidenote: Thank you to these wonderful ladies without whom my story would’ve never be finished @annieruok94 💚 @txemrn 💚@socalwriterbee 💚 Thanks so much 💚

Two months ago…

Keiki

I was standing in front of a big oval mirror, putting on some lip gloss. The tube says coral crush. It’s my favorite.

My best friend Alexis, or Lexi for short, and I got ready at her place for a college party at the boy's fraternity house.

It’s the last party to ring in the semester finals.

Apparently there’s going to be plenty of hot guys and

»You should let go and get a groove on«

Lexis' words, not mine.

I chose a black satin halter-neck dress with a soft flaring skirt. It ended at the knees. I paired my dress with my favorite heeled ankle boots with pearl studs.

Making me a bit taller than my 5‘5 feet.

I can’t remember the last time I’ve felt this carefree and good. If my brother could see me now in my dress, I smiled.

Luna would just tell him to let me have fun, and he’d shake his head and yell ”Have fun, but please don’t get pregnant. I’m not ready to become an uncle yet.“

I love my brother, and now that we’ve repaired our relationship? He’s my rock. Any time I need advice, I can go to him.

I learned to trust him again and to forgave him, though we did come a long way to trusting each other once more.

It’s like Bryce said, ”Holding on to the past is painful. You should learn how to let go of the pain.“

I smiled at that. Because he’s right. Not that I’m going to tell him that. My brother's ego is already big enough, no need to inflate it even more.

I looked around Lexi's room for my little black and white striped purse. When I saw it, I took it and walked down the stairs, where Lexi was waiting for me.

”Looking good, Keiks.“ Lexi winks.

I rolled my eyes at her, and she laughed, snorted at the end.

She grinned at me and grabbed her car keys. When we’re inside the car, I wanted to put on a Britney Spears song.

But her next words stopped me.

”No Britney Spears songs. Last time we rode in the car together, you and Luna were singing Britney songs all the damn time. Please, no more Britney.“

I gasped.

”Really? I thought you liked her songs?“

”I lied. I didn’t want to say anything. Because you were having so much fun. But after listening to so many of her songs, I’ve gotta say it’s a no for me.“

I shook my head and grinned as I put on Shake it off by Taylor Swift.

Alexis laughed.

”That’s a song I approve of. This is why we’re best friends.“

I shook my head laughing.

The soft, salty breeze wafted through our hair and through the open sunroof of Lexi’s purple Jeep.

I lifted my hands up in the air as Alexis and I sang along to Taylor Swift's song – Shake it off.

A short drive later, we arrived at the party.

Alexis put the Jeep in park, turned off the ignition, and we got out.

Once outside, I stared at this huge beige painted house that sat on a freshly manicured lawn, surrounded by palm trees and hibiscus bushes. Making the night smell like a flower garden.

Several cars are already parked outside. People are milling on the lawn, drinking and laughing, when we arrived.

Looks like there wasn’t enough space to fit everyone.

Alexis and I exchanged a look and then just shrugged as we walked towards the entrance and almost got run over by a group of girls in neon bikinis.

Lexi and jumped out of the way.

So, this is what mayhem in the form of a college party looks like.

”Damn. Not what I expected.“ Lexi whistled.

I grinned as we got inside and saw people dancing everywhere on a makeshift dance floor.

One guy tried to grab my ass a mere second ago. I pushed his hand away. What a jerk.

If I wanted to be touched, I don’t want it to be some drunk person. Who won’t even remember tonight and is just trying to score.

”Lexi! Keiki!“ A redhead squealed. It’s Maren. She’s super nice. We've all hung out before. She’s followed by Trina, Malia and Ailani.

”So glad you guys came. It would’ve been a snooze fest without you.“

She gave me and Lexi a hug and then dragged us deeper into the crowd.

Lexi points to the stage where they’re setting up a karaoke station.

”Oh my god. A karaoke station! I’ll go and sign us up.“

I sighed and can’t even get a word out.

Maren and the others grin.

”Looks like it’s going to be karaoke night later,“ she grinned at all of us.

Lexi came back, grinning widely. Not revealing what song she chose. Making my nerves flutter in anticipation.

When it’s time for us to sing, my knees shook a little because I’m really not into big crowds. I never was.

A mic turned on and a tall guy with long black hair grinned at all of us. His blue eyes sparkled with joy.

”Alright. Alright. Looks like we’ve got our first round of beautiful ladies ready to sing a song. So, what are you going to serenade us with?“

He grinned at Lexi who winked at him.

”Shoutout to my Ex by Little Mix,“ she said.

”We’re singing what?“ I whispered loudly next to Lexi.

”Just relax. It’s a good song. Try to have a good time.“

”Lexi, I’m serious. Of all the songs you could’ve picked…“ I spluttered.

”Trust me Keiks, you need this cathartic moment.“ Lexi grinned softly at me.

My friends gave me an encouraging smile and nod. And some of my nerves settled a little.

As the first tunes came on I needed a second to get into the song, but once I did, all nerves just fell away, and I actually enjoyed myself together with my friends.

Koa

Frat parties aren’t really my scene. I prefer smaller gatherings to large ones.

I came because friends of mine tried to get me out of my funk.

Not only that, but I’ve been tired and restless lately, so they begged me to come to this party.

As my best friend Keanu pointed out earlier this morning

»Dude. Get out of your house. Stop studying. And just let loose, you need to get laid man.«

Subtle as always.

I chuckled to myself. I’m glad I have him by my side. He always knows when to kick my ass and get me out of my bubble.

So, here I am. At a party that’s already in full swing.

I squeezed all my 6‘2 feet through the crowd. As I tried to find some space where I can actually move around and not get elbowed in the ribs all the damn time.

As I get further into the crowd, I can see there’s a stage where some girls are singing karaoke.

About to walk away, I noticed one of the girls singing.

That dress! Flowing like a river and hugging all the right places.

Her brown hair flings back and forth as she’s singing a song by Little Mix?

My sister loves that band, that's how I even know the song.

I keep walking up to the front, so I’m closer to the stage. To have an unobstructed view of the girl who’s singing.

»I swear you'll never bring me down«

»Shout out to my ex, you're really« quite the man«

»You made my heart break and that made me who I am«

»Here's to my ex, hey, look at me now«

»Well, I'm I'm all the way up«

»I swear you'll never, you'll never bring me down«

The other girls are hugging each other as they sing what seem to be the last lines.

I don’t even notice the other girls. It’s as if they faded into the background.

Because I only have eyes for the brunette.

Who is she? And how come I haven’t seen her before on campus? Maybe because I live off-campus?

There’s something underneath that radiant smile of hers that is pulling me in.

Perhaps it’s the sadness with the last notes. It’s as if her brown eyes are saying, please don’t hurt my heart.

Because I can tell that this song means a lot more to her than to the other girls on stage.

I ask myself who hurt her like that? As if my heart pulls me closer to her only to say »You’re safe with me.«

Pulled out of my thoughts by my best friend's voice.

”So that was a good start. Thank you to Lexi, Keiki, Trina, Malia and Ailani for this wonderful performance. So, who’s up next?“ Keanu said, his brown eyes sparkled, and he pushed his black hair out of his face.

I grinned when I saw my best friend on stage.

He pointed to each girl on stage. Then he pointed to the girl I was looking at.

Keiki. The name rolled off my tongue. It’s a beautiful name and it fits her.

I smiles as I made my way through the crowd. I really needed to find an opportunity to ask her out. Even if it’s just to dance tonight. I know I’ll regret it if I don’t.

If life has taught me anything? It’s to take chances. Even if it doesn’t work out the way you wanted it to. At least you can say you gave it your all.

Keiki

I got off-stage, and I knew I look med like a sweaty mess. I'm so thirsty, I knew I would rather not touch the alcohol they had to offer. I’m in need of water.

”I’m going to get me some water. You want some?“

Lexi shook her head.

”I’m good.“

”Alright. I’ll be right back.“

I navigated myself through the crowd as I tried to locate the kitchen in this giant house. It’s more like a maze than a house.

Meanwhile, I moved around drunk people, which is a sport in and of itself.

When I got to the kitchen, I push med the white wooden door open. Thankfully, there’s no one in here.

When I shut the door to the kitchen, the noise of the party was a little muted. Which gave me time to catch my breath.

I’m about to grab a bottle of water out of the fridge, when I heard the door opened again.

I turned around and did a double take when I saw the guy who walked in.

Cold air from the fridge blasted onto my face, as I’m holding on to the fridge door.

The water bottle I grabbed almost slipped out of my hands.

Where the hell did this guy come from? I haven’t seen him around. I had to look up, since he’s at least 6‘2 feet tall.

I swear, he looks like a real version of Ken.

Blond hair, bright sea green eyes, chiseled jaw.

He wore ripped jeans and a stark white shirt that stood out on his tan skin.

While I still stood there like an idiot. Unmoving. Mouth wide open and stared at him, like I’ve never seen a guy before, I try to mentally slap myself and to get out of my funk.

”Hi.“ He said as he walked closer.

Up close, his eyes looked as colorful as the green Severum fish. The rich green hue of the fish reminded me of this guy's eyes.

We’ve had a whole chapter on fish close to the end of the semester, so that’s why it’s so fresh in my mind.

”Hey.“ I waved nervously. Trying to smile, but it probably looked more like a grimace.

Can you say first awkward conversation? Get it together, Keiki. You’ve seen guys before.

But holy shit, none of them are like him.

”Did you try to escape the crowd too?“

I grinned, licking my lips.

”That obvious?“ I played with a strand of my hair. A nervous habit of mine. I’m usually not like one of those giggly girls, but for some reason he brings that out in me.

He walked over and reached around me to grab a water bottle from the still open fridge, his arm slightly brushed against my shoulder.

I got goosebumps all over my body, not just because of the cold air but because of skin on skin contact.

His cologne wafted towards me. Reminding me of the fresh and clean ocean.

He took a water bottle for himself and closed the fridge with a snap, making me pay attention to his next words.

”It’s not that. I wondered why a gorgeous girl like you would hide in here.“

I scoffed.

”I’m not hiding. I was getting some water for myself.“

”Sure.“

He nodded slowly and took a sip of his water.

Damn. Why does everything he does look sexy? Why can’t he be unattractive? It’d be easier not to like him.

He grinned as if he caught me staring at him. I blushed and looked away.

”I’m Koa by the way.“

”I’m Keiki.“

”Yeah, I saw you on stage. Great voice.“

”Oh…thank you. I was so nervous, but eventually, I had a lot of fun.“

I grinned at him, and he grinned back, two dimples showing in his cheeks.

Oh my god! I love dimples. I can’t stop looking at him. Feeling a magical pull.

But I tried to be careful, I didn’t want to fall for a pretty face. Only to get hurt again.

My spine stiffened and I leaned on the kitchen counter next to the fridge.

Hopefully, he didn’t notice anything about my posture changing.

The water bottle, half drunk, dangled from his fingertips.

”Do we have some classes together?“

He asked me and I thought back to my schedule. But I can't think of any classes I shared with Koa. I shook my head.

”I don’t think so. What’s your major?“ I asked.

”Marine biology.“

”Ah got it. That’s why our paths haven’t crossed. I’m studying to become a vet.“

He raised his eyebrows and smiled.

”No way! Damn that’s cool. But it’s a lot right?“

I nodded and laughed.

”It’s okay. The first semester was tough. Although I’m actually ahead of my reading schedule. And its fun. My brother is a surgeon. Becoming a vet felt more like my calling.“

He smiled softly, and it transformed his whole face from a pretty boy to a gorgeous guy.

I’m left speechless for a few seconds.

I smiled slowly and Koa grinned back.

”Smart and beautiful. Dangerous combo.“

My smile faded.

”If you’re trying to score, try again.“

His grin fell.

Oh, shit. I shouldn’t have said that. As I’m trying to scramble for another reply, his next words hit me.

”I was serious. I don’t give out compliments if I don't mean them.“

I raised my eyebrows.

”I…wasn’t trying to insinuate anything. It’s just… I’ve…“

He moved closer, making me want to move away. But I’m not able to escape his eyes. Which are full of understanding.

”No need to explain. I get it. When you’re ready, you can tell me. I can wait.“

”When?“

”You didn’t think I’d not ask you out, did you?“

”I could’ve said no. I just met you.“

He grinned.

”Something tells me you’re far too curious not to at least see if you like me.“

”Hmm. You think you’ve got me all figured out, don’t you?“

”I don’t think I’ve got you figured out at all. I don’t judge or assume something about others. I let time be the judge. People sometimes need time before they’re ready to share certain things, and that’s okay.“

A slow smile spread on my face, but I tried to tone it down.

”Let that smile spread. I’d love to see it.“

I grinned.

”There it is. You shouldn’t be scared to let others see it.“

My stomach took this moment to grumble loudly.

Koa laughed.

”Looks like someone is hungry.“

I turned beet red.

”Yeah. I…uh…forgot to eat earlier…“

He shook his head.

”We can’t have that. Let’s see what this kitchen has to offer. Unless the guys have eaten everything. Which wouldn’t surprise me.“

”Do you live here?“

”Would you judge me if I said yes?“

He turned his head and grinned at me.

”I wouldn’t. I was just curious.“ I said defensively.

”Relax. I’m just messing with you, Keiki. My best friend Keanu lives here. I live off-campus. I visit him from time to time here. But he usually hangs out at my place.“

”What about you?“

”I live off-campus too. I live with my brother and his fiancé.“

I took off my heels and hopped on the counter. My feet dangled in the air.

”Sounds good. And you save money by not having to pay for your own place.“

He opened the cupboards and got out a couple of bags and put them on the counter.

”Looks like I found our dinner. We have a fine selection of chips. Sour cream and onion, bacon. And salt and vinegar. And my personal favorite, Hawaiian Hurricane popcorn.“

I looked at him and when I saw the colorful bag, I almost sighed. It’s my favorite snack.

”You’re kidding? I love Hawaiian Hurricane popcorn. I always add…“

”…spicy cheese dip.“

We said at the same time and then laughed.

”Oh my god, I thought I was the only one who eats it this way. Can we check if there’s any?“

”Way ahead of you,“ he said.

He stepped closer to me until his jeans grazed against my bare legs. Making me shiver.

He handed me a jar of spicy cheese dip.

”God, I haven’t eaten this in a while.“ I sighed in bliss.

”I used to eat this so much my parents had to hide it from me.“

”My brother who eats his gross oatmeal tells me how Hurricane popcorn and spicy cheese dip is gross?“

I grinned as I dipped my popcorn into the cheese.

He stopped eating for a second to stare at me.

”You’re mocking oatmeal? Oatmeal is actually good for you.“

When I just stared at him.

”To each their own.“ He winked at me.

”Good answer.“

We kept eating popcorn until the whole bag is empty.

”Damn that was good.“ He said and I nodded. Licking my lips.

My lip gloss is completely gone by the time we’re finished.

His eyes wandered to my lips. And I felt my heart racing in my chest. My breath caught in my throat.

He moved closer until he’s only inches away from my lips. I can feel his breath on mine.

”You’ve got something right here…“

He wiped away some cheese dip from the corner of my mouth and licked it away.

”Thanks,“ my voice came out breathless.

”You’re welcome.“ His voice is deeper than before.

He brushed a strand of my hair and put it behind my left ear.

I don’t know who leaned in first, but I gripped him by his shirt collar to pull him closer to me.

He put his hands on my legs, leaning towards me.

At first, it was a feather-light touch of our lips.

His lips are soft and warm against mine. He tasted faintly of salt and cheese from the Hurricane popcorn.

I pushed my hand through his soft hair, pulling him closer.

As he let his hand wander to my neck. Cradling it. Deepening the kiss in turn.

We were both reaching for each other. Wanting more. I’ve never felt this way before.

Needing him like my next gulp of water.

We both break apart for what seems like hours.

We both breathed heavier and just tried to gather our thoughts.

When the silence stretched on for too long, he put both of his hands on my cheek and gave me a soft kiss on my temple.

Feeling a warmth spread through my stomach. A sensation I haven’t encountered yet. It’s as if I’m coming home.

And that’s when the panic settled in.

As if he felt it, he put a finger on my still swollen lips.

”You don’t have to say anything.“

I kept staring at him.

”We’ll figure out what we feel when we’re ready.“

I nodded at him. Not able to utter a word about what just happened.

Suddenly, the door opened and both Koa and I jumped at the sound. Making me grip his bicep.

When I saw it’s Lexi, I breathed out.

I thought it might be a drunk person mistaking the kitchen for the bathroom.

I hopped off from the counter as Lexi came inside. She saw me and Koa still close together.

Me, still gripping his bicep, blushing furiously. I let my hand fall.

A big grin spread across Lexi’s face.

”Oops, looks like I’ve interrupted you guys.“

Koa and I stared everywhere, just not at each other. Too caught up in what happened mere seconds ago.

Alexis broke the silence.

”I’m Alexis. Keiki‘s best friend. We come as a package deal.“

Koa chuckled, totally caught off guard.

”Nice to meet you. I’m Koa.“

He winces. Lexi must’ve tightened her grip. I shook my head, not able to hide my grin.

”Just to tell you. If you hurt Keiki. I’ll hurt you where it really hurts,“ she smiled sweetly.

Koa coughed.

”Alright. But I think Keiki can take care of herself. She seems like a strong girl.“ He said with a strong sense of confidence.

Both Alexis and I raised our eyebrows. Alexis slowly grinned as she turns to me.

”I like him, Keiks. He’s not stupid. And he’s nice to look at. You’ve got that whole Ken vibe going.“

Koa turned to me, and I just shrugged, still not able to meet his gaze. So, I looked at a point over his shoulder.

”Hey, don’t look at me,“ I retorted. But then I gave in and looked at him.

He smiled and his aquamarine eyes danced with delight.

He’s about to leave, but then turned back and got out his phone.

”Mind if we swap phone numbers?“

Alexis put her arm around my shoulders.

”Of course she doesn’t mind.“ I elbowed her and she laughed.

”What she said. I don’t mind.“

I untangled myself from Alexis and Koa and I exchanged numbers.

He grinned and he’s out the door.

When he’s gone. I turned to Lexi and we both squealed and danced around.

When the door opens again, we turned around only to see Koa who grabbed his water bottle next to the fridge.

”Forgot this. Nice dance moves, by the way, Keiki.“ He winked at me.

Alexis and I pressed our lips together. When he’s gone again we sat down on the kitchen floor and I leaned my head on Lexi’s shoulder.

”Oh my god. See? I told you that you‘d meet a hot guy. You should listen to me more often.“

”Yeah. You were. I won’t make a habit out of telling you that you were right. Otherwise, your ego will get ginormous.“

Lexi laughed and pulled her knees closer together. I put my hand around her knees and she squeezed my hand.

”According to my sister and brother, my ego is already big enough. But thanks, I appreciate hearing I helped you out. And who knows, maybe you can thank me at your wedding for bringing you two together.“

I snorted.

”Let’s not jump ahead. Koa and I just met. I don’t want to plan so far ahead.“

She turned her head and looked at me as if she picked up on something in my voice.

”What’s wrong Kei? Are you scared?“

I put my hand against my stomach, leaned against the cupboard and hugged my knees.

Not wanting to admit that, the way Dylan ended our relationship over a text, still haunts me.

The pain lessened. But all the memories, kisses and hugs we shared? Yeah, it’s still there and sneaks up on me from time to time.

I try not to think too much about Dylan. I’ve moved on. Though, I’ve been hesitant to go out with anyone.

It’s been over two years since I moved to Honolulu with my brother and his fiancé, Luna.

I’ve gotten better, being surrounded by family. But every time I meet a guy I actually like? I get scared he’ll hurt me like Dylan did.

So, that’s why I’m so hesitant to let anyone in. However I want to try to be more open-minded to new relationships.

From what I’ve seen so far, Koa seems really nice. And his kisses are fantastic.

Alexis bumps my shoulder, making me come out of my thoughts.

”Look! Just try to get to know him. Koa is a nice guy. I’ve heard good things about him. And if there’s no connection, then you’ll find someone even better.“

”What would I do without you?“ I said.

Alexis winked at me as she got up and offered me her hand.

”You’d make bad fashion choices.“

I grabbed her hand and stood up.

”Excuse you? I have an excellent fashion sense. Thank you very much.“

She put her head to the side, and together we walked outside the kitchen and joined our friends.

Singing and dancing the night away.

Koa

I’m still in a daze over the kiss with Keiki. Damn, I’m screwed. It’s as if we were trying to brand each other with our kisses.

Not that I’m complaining. I will never forget the way she tasted. And I know I won’t be able to get her out of my mind.

Before walking out of the house, I looked around for my phone and then I cursed. I must’ve left it in the kitchen. As I entered the kitchen, a slow grin spread across my face.

I looked at the counter and saw my phone sitting next to the fridge. I rolled my eyes at my stupidity. Someone could’ve walked in and taken it.

Before I left the kitchen, a little coral orange tube caught my eye.

When I moved closer I could see it’s a tube of lip gloss. I turned the lip gloss around and the back said »Coral Crush«

I grinned and without having to guess, I know it belongs to Keiki. I put it into the back of my jeans pocket.

I’m going to give it back to her when we see each other next time.

Hoping against hope she’ll give me a chance to show her that whoever hurt her the way he did, I’m not him.

I walked out of the house with a lighter spring in my steps.

When I looked up I saw the stars glistened in the midnight sky, and the scent of the hibiscus bushes made me smile.

I’m damn happy to have met Keiki, I have this strange feeling that I’m in for a couple of surprises. And honestly? I wouldn’t have it any other way.

A week later

Keiki

”Keiks? There’s a package for you,“ my brother said when he entered the kitchen.

I looked up from my phone.

”Thanks.“

I took it from him and when I opened it a small letter fluttered out, together with a tube of lip gloss.

I smiled as I saw my favorite lip gloss on the table.

I took the letter and read it, just to see who got me my favorite lip gloss.

Because I looked everywhere, but I must’ve lost it at the party.

Keiki,

you lost your lip gloss at the party. But since it was almost empty, I thought you might like a new tube of Coral Crush, so I brought you some.

Koa

I finish reading the letter and smile to myself. He spells trouble. But never did I want to be more in trouble than with Koa.

[likeadevils]

2004 Lover Diaries Transcripts

Feb 14, 2004- Wyomissing, PA

Today was Valentine’s Day — but seriously I never would’ve known. I don’t have a boyfriend or a crush — There’s no point in even acknowledging V-day when you don’t have those key elements. So, I woke up and perfected/tweaked this song I wrote yesterday called Someone Loves You — It basically says that no matter what you’ve done or where you are in life, somewhere someone loves you. I wrote another one called Outside — It’s about being left out in the cold and being — well, an outsider. I don’t know if it’ll go anywhere, but it made me feel better.

Apr 20, 2004- Hendersonville, TN

I <3 SCHOOL! Today was the talent show, it was @ 9:30 am in front of the whole school. I was toward the end. When it was my turn, I sang Beautiful Eyes on my 12-string koa. It went well. I got a standing ovation and everything. After school, Mom and I went into Nashville and met at the label. I played Angelina and Beautiful Eyes for them. They told us that we have to pay for any demos we make before the deal … We didn’t know about that. Afterward, we went to RCA Cafe. The people who played were really good and I want to write with a girl named Liz Rose who played.

Nov 5, 2004- Hendersonville, TN

Hey, Yesterday was Friday, and instead of going to the movies or something I fell asleep. I needed it! This last week was CRAZY. Ok, so Capital Records doesn't think I'm ready right now and I could get a deal right now with them, but not the deal I would want. So on the other hand, there's Scott Borchetta, who we met w/ at Universal. And you know, I really loved all the stuff he said in the meeting, and he stayed for the whole Bluebird show. And he's SO passionate about this project. I think that's the way we're gonna go, I want to surround myself with passionate people. I'm not sad about Capital, b/c I don't want to be lost on a big label, like with RCA. Taylor Swift

(2003 • 2004 • 2005 • 2006 • 2007 & 2008 • 2009 • 2010 • 2011 • 2012 • 2013 • 2014 • 2015 • 2016 & 2017)

[jellogram]

I barely play guitar anymore but those stupidly expensive koa wood Taylors still make me audibly moan

My beautiful babygirl who costs fourteen thousand dollars <3

[thegreatimpersonator]

Rank these shocking 2023 Taylor moments from least shocking to most. Also I’m going to forget some because it was a long year

If this was a movie become a part of fearless tv

Debut not being a part of the eras tour

Taylor and Joe break up

Taylor dating ratty

Taylor performing would’ve could’ve should’ve

Speak now tv being the one to get a music video

Cruel summer finally being a single

1989 tv beach version

Taylor actually dating Travis

The janitor cart?????

Taylor resetting the surprise songs for 2024 despite many songs not being performed

Taylor remembering the Canada is a country on earth and not a entirely different planet

Koi fish guitar making a comeback

Taylor actually dating Travis

Taylor and Joe breaking up

1989 beach version

Taylor performing would’ve could’ve should’ve (and me literally supposed to be going to that show but I was sick in my hotel room and my friend with without me)

Debut not being a part of the eras tour

Speak now being the only one to get a music video

Taylor dating ratty

Koa fish guitar

If this was a movie being a part of fearless tv

Cruel summer being a single

Taylor remembering Canada

Resetting surprise songs

The janitor cart

[nightsidewrestling]

M.L.B Bios: Uncle / Ikaika Kekoa

Spider's Father, Rob's Closest Friend & Kris' Legal Guardian 'Uncle' Kekoa (Jan 1989)

The legal guardian for both his son (Nālani) and his best friend's (Roberto's) daughter (Kristine) and a supporter of the M.L.B (Mega Level Bitches), a native Hawaiian and the owner of the Record Store. He moved to California in the winter of 1975, opening th store and attempting to live a relatively quiet life.

"I'm calling Roberto. Nālani, help young Mr Jackson reverse his car out of our drive."

Name

Full Legal Name: Ikaika Noa Kekoa

First Name: Ikaika

Meaning: Means 'Strong' in Hawaiian

Pronunciation: ee-KIE-ka

Origin: Hawaiian

Middle Name: Noa

Meaning: Croatian and Hawaiian form of 'Noah' (Which is from the Hebrew name 'Noach' meaning 'Rest, Repose', derived from the root 'Nuach'.) as well as a French variant

Pronunciation: NO-a

Origin: Croatian, Hawaiian, French

Surname: Kekoa

Meaning: Means 'The Warrior' from Hawaiian 'Ke', a definite article, and 'Koa' 'Warrior, Koa Tree'

Pronunciation: keh-KO-a

Origin: Hawaiian

Alias: Uncle

Reason: 'Code Name'

Nicknames: Uncle Kekoa, Mr Kekoa, Mr Ikaika, Uncle Ikaika Master Sergeant, Sarge

Titles: Mr, Sergeant, Master Sergeant

Characteristics

Age: (As of Jan 1989) 49

Gender: Male. He/Him Pronouns

Race: Human

Nationality: American

Ethnicity: Native / Indigenous Hawaiian

Birth Date: August 6th 1939

Sexuality: Straight

Religion: Christian

Native Language: English

Spoken Languages: English, Hawaiian, Spanish, Italian

Relationship Status: Married

Astrological Sign: Leo

Voice Actor: Taylor Wily / Teila Tuli

Geographical Characteristics

Birthplace: Honolulu, Honolulu, O'ahu, Hawai'i, USA

Current Location: Compton, Los Angeles County, California, USA

Hometown: Compton, Los Angeles County, California, USA

Appearance

Height: 6'2" / 187 cm

Weight: 190 lbs / 86 kg

Eye Colour: Brown

Hair Colour: Black

Hair Dye: None

Body Hair: Sparse

Facial Hair: Goatee

Tattoos: (As of Jan 1989) 5

Piercings: None

Scars: Small scars on his back, chest and legs

Health and Fitness

Allergies: None

Alcoholic, Smoker, Drug User: Smoker, Occasional Drinker

Illnesses/Disorders: None Diagnosed

Medications: None

Any Specific Diet: None

Relationships

Friends: Darnell Dickson, Juan Carlos Hutchinson, Yeray Park, Valente Gutiérrez, Hōkūlani Kekoa, Roberto Cobb, Gwen Cobb

Colleagues: James Kelly, Dolores Park, Kristine Cobb, Nālani Kekoa

'Rivals': None

Closest Confidant: Roberto Cobb

Mentor(s): Kaleo Kekoa, Maile Kekoa, SMMC John Gilliam

Significant Other: Hōkūlani Kekoa (50, Wife, Née Keahi)

Previous Partners: None of Note

Parents: Kaleo Kekoa (80, Father), Maile Kekoa (82, Mother, Née Hale)

Parents-In-Law: Kōnane Keahi (84, Father-In-Law), Mele Keahi (86, Mother-In-Law, Née Kamakawiwo'ole)

Siblings: Kimo Kekoa (55, Brother), Kekepania Kauhane (52, Sister, Née Kekoa

Siblings-In-Law: Kau'i Kekoa (56, Kimo's Wife, Née Mahi'ai), Kapono Kauhane (53, Kekepania's Husband), Lei Keahi (62, Hōkūlani's Brother), Keala Keahi (63, Lei's Wife, Née Kainoa), Kealoha Kalani (59, Hōkūlani's Sister, Née Keahi), Kawehi Kalani (60, Kealoha's Husband), Lehua Keahi (56, Hōkūlani's Brother), Kaulana Keahi (57, Lehua's Wife, Née Kamalani), Kilikina Henare (53, Hōkūlani's Sister, Née Keahi), Wiremu Henare (54, Kilikina's Husband), Keoni Keahi (47, Hōkūlani's Brother), Whetū Keahi (48, Keoni's Wife, Née Moana), Kiana Paewai (44, Hōkūlani's Sister, Née Keahi), Tipene Paewai (45, Kiana's Husband), Keanu Keahi (41, Hōkūlani's Brother), Waimarie Keahi (42, Keanu's Wife, Née Bussard)

Nieces & Nephews: Kapena Kekoa (35, Nephew), Wikolia Kekoa (36, Kapena's Wife, Née Pōhānō), Kanani Hekekia (32, Niece, Née Kekoa), Mikala Hekekia (33, Kanani's Husband), Kale Kekoa (29, Nephew), Nani Kekoa (30, Kale's Wife, Née Hoapili), Kailani Ka'anā'anā (26, Niece, Née Kekoa), Maleko Ka'anā'anā (27 Kailani's Husband), Pika Kekoa (23, Nephew), Melika Kekoa (24, Pika's Wife, Née Kahale), Noelani Kahue (20, Niece, née Kekoa), Makana Kahue (21, Noelani's Husband), Peni Kekoa (17, Nephew), Piripiri Kauhane (32, Nephew), Nikora Tan (42, Niece, Née Keahi), Paora Tan (43, Nikora's Husband), Timoti Keahi (39, Nephew), Aelan Keahi (40, Timoti's Wife, Née Dymond), Ruiha Puletua (36, Niece, Née Keahi), Aalona Puletua (37, Ruiha's Husband), Tāne Keahi (33, Nephew), Ahulani Keahi (34, Tāne's Wife, Née Abaño), Roimata Abas (30, Niece, Née Keahi), Aikeni Abas (31, Roimata's Husband), Tamati Keahi (27, Nephew), Ailani Keahi (28, Tamati's Wife, Née Abcede), Ngaire Abayon (24, Niece, Née Keahi), 'Aka'aka Abayon (25, Ngaire's Husband), Tama Kalani (39, Nephew), Akala Kalani (40, Tama's Wife, Née Abiera), Ngaio Abes (36, Niece, Née Keahi), Akeakamai Abes (37, Ngaio's Husband), Rangi Keahi (33, Nephew), Alamea Keahi (34, Rangi's Wife, Née Abuque), Mere Adlao (33, Niece, Née Henare), Alaka'i Adlao (34, Mere's Husband), Petera Henare (30, Nephew), 'Alani Henare (31, Petera's Wife, Née Adlawan), Manaia Agojo (27, Niece, Née Henare), Alapa'inuiakauaua Agojo (28, Manaia's Husband), Patariki Henare (24, Nephew), Alaula Henare (25, Patariki's Wife, Née Agoncillo), Maata Alimasag (21, Niece, Née Henare), Alealani Alimasag (22, Maata's Husband), Nīkau Keahi (27, Nephew), Ali'i Keahi (28, Nīkau's Wife, Née Alimpolos), Kiri Almarez (24, Niece, Née Keahi), Ali'ikoa Almarez (25, Kiri's Husband), Mikaere Keahi (21, Nephew), 'Alohi Keahi (22, Mikaere's Wife, Née Alonto), Kahurangi Keahi (18, Niece), Kauri Keahi (15, Nephew), Huhana Amparo (24, Niece, Née Paewai), Ali'iloa Amparo (25, Huhana's Husband), Hohepa Paewai (21, Nephew), Hine Paewai (18, Niece), Hemi Paewai (15, Nephew), Aroha Anilao (21, Niece, Née Keahi), 'Aukai Anilao (22, Aroha's Husband), Tamatoa Keahi (18, Nephew), Anahera Keahi (15, Niece), Pomare Keahi (12, Nephew), Vaitiare Keahi (9, Niece), Moerani Keahi (6, Nephew)

Children: Momi Iosua (24, Daughter, Née Kekoa), Nālani Kekoa (19, Son)

Children-In-Law: U'ilani Iosua (25, Momi's Husband)

Grandkids: Nani Iosua (2, Granddaughter)

Great Grandkids: None

Music Career

Debut: N/A

Retired: N/A

Genre: N/A

(Fictional) Records, Albums & Singles: N/A

Songs (Record/Album/Single - Song Title - Track Length): N/A

[newmusicweekly]

In a sweeping move, iHeartMedia has initiated a major wave of layoffs, marking its most substantial staff reduction since January, 2020. The company is adopting a new operational framework aimed at centralizing many of its day-to-day activities to a national programming team, impacting various local and regional positions across the U.S. The layoffs have affected well-known industry figures and air talent in multiple cities. In Boston, after less than six months, The Rich Shertenlieb Show has been terminated at Classic Rock WZLX-FM. Boston Region President Alan Chartrand, with a radio career starting in 1984, is also among the significant exits. In Chicago, morning host Angi Taylor was let go from WCHI-FM (Rock 95.5), a position she took over after the station's format flip in September, 2020. Similarly, in Cleveland, Bill Squire and Mary Santora from the "Alan Cox Show" on Hot Talk/Rock 100.7 WMMS have been dismissed. This restructuring extends to market management levels affecting various departments, including promotions and sales teams. Notably, Patrick Davis in Dallas, with 20 years under his belt, departs from his role as Senior VP/Programming and PD at CHR KHKS-FM (106.1 Kiss FM). Denver saw the departure of Alfred 'Big Al' Williams from the afternoon slot at News/Talk KOA, alongside Michael Coover and Brandon Krisztal, further indicating the depth of the cuts. Read the full article

[smbritton]

And It’s Still Alright

Thanks to Kevin Wacknov for the sound check. I found this song through a Kelly Moyle cover that appeared in the YouTube recommendations. It has a fast tempo, which I had to get used to. I adjusted the GarageBand drums in the bridge and the instrumental to vary the song’s feel. Also, the bass (Taylor GS Mini-e Koa) is root note per measure in the instrumental in helping the single ukulele notes…

[lanternburning19]

I talked a little bit about this on that Loverfest outfit poll, but Taylor always "previews" the outfits she will wear on tour in earlier performances. I thought this would be interesting to add to my #taylortouroutfits series. So starting with the Fearless tour, there's some interesting predictive programming:

Let's start with the first single of the Fearless era, Love Story. Taylor performed this song live for the first time at the 2008 CMA awards. The stage was decorated to look like a castle, and Taylor wore a purple ball gown. Before the end of the song, she changed into a white wedding dress, complete with a headband. Taylor did something VERY similar with her Fearless Tour performance of this song, just minus the fountain and guest appearance by Justin Gaston. She wore a red ball gown, and changed into a white dress and matching headband:

Fans noticed that the white Love Story wedding dress was the exact same one as the prom dress she wore in the You Belong With Me music video.

Speaking of You Belong With Me, Taylor has an evolution of performance outfits with this one, going all the way back to the Fearless album photoshoot. Taylor was depicted as a marching band nerd in the album booklet next to the printed lyrics of this song. She wore a blue and black marching band outfit and her signature blue nerd glasses (which I think were actually hers she wore irl). So observant fans were not surprised when she wore a similar blue and black marching band outfit in the You Belong With Me music video. For the Fearless Tour, Taylor also wore a marching band uniform. This one was yellow, white, and gold - colors that would become associated with the Fearless album.

One of Taylor's signature looks at this point in her career was sundresses and cowboy boots. So fans were not surprised when Taylor stepped out on stage in a sundress and cowboy boots during the Fearless Tour.

Notably, this outfit is worn during the b stage portion of the show, when Taylor sings Tim McGraw, a song off of her first album. And the sundress and cowboy boots look is mostly associated with her first album.

The other signature look for Taylor at the time was sparkly dresses. Specifically, Taylor frequently wore a sequined sleeveless shift dress. Taylor had multiples of this dress in every color - blue, silver, gold, etc. I freaked out a little when I noticed Taylor brought back this signature look - this time in red - for the Fearless Tour. Another fun little fact about this dress is that she wore a silver version of it when she performed with the Jonas Brothers. And on the Fearless Tour, she wore the red version of this dress during Forever and Always, a song about Joe Jonas.

Finally, the guitars. The guitars might as well be considered accessories to Taylor's tour outfits. Taylor first debuted this silver sparkly guitar in the Our Song music video. And Taylor brought out the same guitar to play Our Song on the Fearless Tour (and Our Song only! She played Fearless on the koa guitar).

And for the finale. Taylor wore a black strappy dress for her performance of Should've Said No at the ACM awards in 2008. Taylor wore a similar black strappy dress for her performance of Should've Said No on the Fearless Tour (for the first few shows).

[taylorswiftstyle]

The Eras Tour | Acoustic section

Taylor Guitars ‘Grand Auditorium Custom Guitar’

This particular guitar I've talked about a lot over the years and is the most nostalgic in Taylor's guitar collection. While this is a new version of it (you can tell by the application of the wood on the guitar’s face), Taylor retained all the signature customizations she made to the koa wood series she owned as a teenager that make it very distinctive as hers including the byzantine inlays on the neck and a Florentine cutaway.

Photo by Kevin Mazur via Getty Images

[sisterjeanna]

" We Made It Song by Annie and the Caldwells Melvin Joseph Mary John Matthew Mark Luke Judah Elijah Isaiah Jonah Isaac Jacob Ezra Jude Ezekiel Zachariah James Noah Joah Joshua Joe Noel Peter Cain Hoseah Abel Adam and Eve Abraham Levi David Gideon Silas Eli Samson Samuel Ananias Israel Jeremiah Jericho Joel Amos Micah Malachi Caleb Joses Josiah Jethro Asher Jesse Koa Gabriel Shiloh Zacchaeus Julius Phinneas Toby Milo Esau Benjamin Felix Elias Tobias Apollonos Hosea Rufus Barnabas Matthias I don't know who's name to call on but Lord Jesus Christ Paul I'm gonna call on him Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus Jesus we thank you lord we're all here at the Church tonight so glad so glad we made it lord There Was A Shooting Outside But we're so glad we made it There's No Power Pastor Perry but so glad we made it There Was A Family On Their Way Down South And They had a Crash but so glad we made it There Was A Bombing Threat Attack At Taylor Swift Concert but so glad we made it There Was A Shooting Outside Pennsylvania Donald Trump Was Hospitalized Right After The Assassination but so glad we made it I'm so glad we made it so glad we made it so glad we made it so glad we made it thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus thank you Jesus "