#waas not expecting him to be my favorite but i dearly love him

[biohazard-inevitable]

I’m so fucking soft for sanji i just wanna scoop him up in my arms and hold him forever hes so cute i love him

[lunawritesaa]

Ah, scratch that, I'll just request it this way and will specify one if you need me to.

It was my birthday on the 17th, so from the scenario prompts for Apollo either is very fitting for what I'd love to receive: 13, 45 or 57. (Favorite color is yellow if that would help!)

omg happy belated birthday! i hope you had an absolutely amazing day ❤️

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#13 - "I saw you looking at it last time we were in the store together, so I got it for you." + Apollo Justice

When you said you “didn’t have plans for your birthday” you really didn’t expect Trucy to go all out and throw you a party at the WAA. Not that you were complaining in the slightest. It was just jarring to enter the agency to confetti thrown in your face and several people screaming “happy birthday!” at you.

It was a pleasant surprise, though.

You had just finished speaking to Athena about a TV show the both of you had watched when you felt a tap on you shoulder. Apollo gave you a smile as he handed you a small gift he had in his hand.

“Happy birthday, (Y/N). I.. I hope you like it,” he smiled at you softly as you took the small package from him.

You quickly tore through the wrapping paper which caused him to chuckle at your excitement. He smiled a even more when he saw your eyes light up upon seeing the gift.

“The last time we went to the store, I saw you looking at it. So I got it for you,” Apollo sheepishly rubbed the back of his neck as you opened the gift. Of course he would remember, of course.

He'd never forget the way your eye lit up upon seeing it at the store. Or the way you gushed about the product the whole way home and how happy you would be to have.

How could he not get you something that made you make that beautiful smile he loved so dearly?

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[tamsin-moon]

Hello, it waas my birthday recently and it gave me an idea so may I have bede taking his S/O out for their birthday?

Happy belated birthday anon! Hope it was awesome! This will be my first time writing Bede and it is post game when he is becoming a better person. GN reader as well.

Life had become extremely busy for Bede since the championship and everything with Rose had come to a conclusion. His training with Opal and learning about the gym had ramped up that he was surprised to have time for any interaction other than Opal or pokemon so to find himself with someone he was coming to care about so dearly as Y/n. It had been during a practice match at the gym that you two had met, something that had been open to more thank just the usual gym trainers as he needed to practice against other types of pokemon.

Of course he had made some snarky comments, nothing like he used to make, but new banter to keep an opponent determined. It was difficult and he had slipped up, you calling him out on it and that just seemed to be how you hit it off. So when he would come to learn that your birthday was coming up he would be going to Opal and politely requesting the day off, though implied even if she said no he would just not show up that day. She would agree though as soon as he said why he wanted the day off, teasing about the two of you as she was that sassy grandma type and by the time Bede could excuse himself he was quite pink in the face.

At least step one was complete, but now would come for the more difficult part. What did one do for someones birthday? His own had never really been celebrated that much, maybe a cupcake at the orphanage and a gift card from Rose so he was at a bit of a loss. He knew some things that you liked of course and he really did not want to have to ask for help so he would think on it, denying there was anything on his mind when you would spend time in the evenings together. You were skeptical, but knew better then to push him too much, so you would be patient for now. If it went on too much longer, though, then you would be a bit more firm in your asking.

As the day of your birthday came up Bede still wasn’t fully certain on what he had come up with, but there was nothing he could do about it now. He had finally decided to go with simple, just spending the afternoon in Glimwood Tangle, it was a pretty place and maybe you would find an interesting pokemon. He had also made sure to pack a lunch for the both of you, some of your favorite snacks included of course and dressed in his casual wear, minus the poofy coat, he would come to find you. He was nervous that you wouldn’t like it, but he would try to keep those down as he saw your surprise when you opened your door.

“Bede? Is everything ok at the gym?” you would ask him first off as you were certain he had training that day as usual, making sure to keep up his schedule. You would not miss the light pink coming to his cheeks, noticing he had his bag with him as well, “I would be a pretty bad boyfriend if I missed your birthday, wouldn’t I?” he huff, looking to the side as he had a quick thought of what if you already had plans?! “I thought we could explore the mushroom grove some, if you wanted”

Surprised you would blink at him for half a moment before a smile was creeping its way onto your face. You had not made a big deal about your birthday, no matter how much you wanted to spend it with him, because knowing how his past had been. The fact he was here now wanting to spend it with you just had your heart thumping happily and you were quick to press a kiss to his cheek, “Just let me grab my shoes and my bag” you assure him, doing so quickly and telling anyone in the house where you were off too. Stepping outside your hand would find one of his own, fingers lacing together and you felt him tense for a moment before giving a squeeze.

Affection in general he was still getting fully used to, but every little thing was helping and he did not pull away. Giving him a smile you would let him take the lead, eyes casting about as you head outside the town and becoming mindful of potential wild pokemon about. You weren’t nervous, you and Bede were both strong trainers, but it was best to keep on your toes. Falling into casual conversation as you continued to walk you would get caught up how his training was going and what you had been up to, the calm feeling of just being together washing over you.

Eventually you would step through a small opening and your eyes would widen in surprise and awe. It was just a clearing, but there was nearly a wall of mushrooms surrounding it giving a bright yet soothing glow. You could see some Morelull and Shinotic along the edges, but they seemed calm and you could just feel your smile not wavering. As Bede pulled his hand away then you would look to see him starting to set up a blanket and a few containers, blinking a bit before coming to help.

A picnic in a lovely spot as this was not what you had expected, though you hadn’t expected anything, so you were more then happy to settle down with him, leaning your shoulder to his own as you both dug in. It amazed you how he remembered the little details of what you liked, but at the same time it made you feel loved. Finishing up your sandwiches you would take a drink before you noticed he was a little tense and it had you softening a bit, “Bede I am having a great time” you assure him as your hand found one of his once more, giving a squeeze.

It was a simple gesture, but you would feel him relaxing again after a moment before leaning in to press his forehead to your own, “I’m glad, I wasn’t sure if this would be ok” he admit and you smile, taking the closeness as an opportunity to press a soft kiss to his lips. “It is more than ok, I love when we can spend time just the two of us” you assure before an idea would come to you, “I have been wanting to add a fairy type to my team, maybe you can help me catch one?”

It was something that you both knew well and it was more in his comfort zone as your kiss had sent his cheeks pink once more. Nodding he would get up and offer you a hand, “Well, that was going to be my gift to you” he smirk, but it was a softer one as he added, “Happy birthday”

[blandmemoirs]

"How have you been?"

To put it simply, exhausted

I've been having trouble sleeping lately. I can't fall asleep and stay asleep, instead I sleep for few hour intervals before darting awake in the middle of the night or early morning. Usually three times each night. This has been a pattern for a few weeks now. I've had a mixed bag of dreams that will be worthy posts elsewhere. Some really good, others really bad. And I think that's how my life has been as of late. I do fun things and have a great day and then I get home and feel myself will with dread or longing. I don't have much to long for, but I just feel alone in my day to day. Even though there's not an hour that passes when someone hasnt demanded my attention, I still feel as if I'm drifting through this time in my life by myself. I feel like I'm stuck in my own head, talking to people has been harder as of late. Opening up and telling people how I feel has felt draining or tiresome. I feel like I'm worthless and some voice in me is echoing for a sweet release. It says "please let me die". Of course, I won't be doing that. Ive got too much to live for. Ive got people to help and care for. Ive got a legacy to build and jobs to do. My life cant end here, and wont end here. But something inside me just don't feel right and I dont know what to do about it. I think its just because my life has hit a point of stagnation at the moment. All my friends are busy and doing things with them is becoming more of an every now and then kind of thing instead of everyday. I feel like I'm waiting and waiting and waiting but the results won't be arriving anytime soon. I know what I want to do with my life and what I want to be and what I want to make, but I figured it out too early and everyone is going to keep me waiting until they figure it out themselves. I'm patient, but I'm oh so exhausted of feeling so alone.

The world threw a curveball my way the other weekend. I had my first major death in the family and my first car accident. In that order. I dont think they are related but my focus was definitely strained when I was on the road. The death was our beloved housecat, Midnight. She was black, rather small, and super soft. She was feisty at times and loved to run around the house and lay on warm things. Her meow would melt your heart. She, like all our pets, was a rescue. We got her after she was found to be clinging for life to my Father's old truck. He believed she might have followed him all the way from work. She was super tiny then. Our second cat in the house, after Stinky Pete. The third was my orange baby, Jackle. Before we got her fixed she would have her period and be extra moody, usually meowing into the late hours of the night. She waa my dad's cat first and foremost. Always in his lap. Always bugging him. Its natural seeing how he rescued her. Her favorite place to go was the garage, where it was cool or warm and felt the most like being outside. Of all our cats, midnight wanted to leave the house the most. She would always be near windows, especially when they were open. It makes sense considering the earliest parts of her life were spent that way. She was also always affected by fleas the worst. There was a time she lost patches of hair from the bugs. She was most grateful when we eventually adopted flea collars for the kitties. The last year or so she developed a nasty growth on her belly, and it would often pop and bleed. My parents, never having the money for a veterinarian, would just let her pick at it and hope it would go away. It never did. Then last week I recieved a text from my mother saying that they had her put down. I don't know the specifics, its not something I want to ask. What I know is that she had cancer that developed into a heart mur mur. My mom was with her when it happened. My dad said he couldn't be there. He wanted to, but just couldn't. That's incredibly tragic, conaidering she was his cat, but I understand that mix of emotions that kept him away. Shes buried by the garage, her favorite place. My mom said it was one of the hardest things shes had to do in her adult life. I dont think any of us were ready to see Mini go like that. My dad is going to make a tombstone and put a pot of roses by it. That little ball of fur will be dearly missed when I return home. I'm left wondering how the other animals in the house feel, if they even understand that their sister is gone. My dad told me today that Domino, our boxer dog, and Stinky Pete, the old man fat cat of the house most likely know. Stinky has always been oddly empathetic for an animal, his eyes sometimes seem human in how he expresses himself. As such they are all comforting my dad. He says he doesnt spend a minute without them bugging him, and normally he hates that, but hes letting them grieve and doing so himself. My Jackle cat is not the brightest thing, hes just supporting Stinky Pete my dad says. I would expect that. Those two are very close to each other. I've really missed my cat and want to bring him with me to my next place, but I dont think I should seperate him and Stinky at this point. It wouldn't be fair. All in all, Midnight "Mini" Bland was a sweetheart of a kitty and gave us no bad luck despite her fur's reputation. She will be missed and forever loved. She is family, even if it took until now for my parents to admit that. Rest easy.

The car accident was a product of wet roads, traffic, and poor luck. Some dude cut us off and we both slammed on our brakes but I rear-ended the dude in front of me from hydro-planing. It wasnt soft, but it wasn't hard enough to do any real damage to our cars. We both pulled over and traded the important info, took pictures, all the formalities. There was barely noticeable cosmetic damage to his car, and maybe a bump and scratch on my end but I'm not sure if those were already there or not. I bought my car used with a few bumps and scratches. Its personality. Dude was polite and patient. Said he will keep insurance out if I just foot the bill for his paint scratches, assuming he doesnt find more damage later. It being the night in a poorly lit city like Austin, it makes sense he didnt promise me anything until hes seen the sunlight. Said he'd text me in a week or two depending on his schedule. I hope he remains as respectful a guy when I hear from him. I really don't want to work the extra hours to pay for a heightened insurance over something as weak as that. But that's all for the future.

Writing, or I suppose typing, has been very therapeutic for me. I think I've gotten all the thinga bugging me out of my head for now. Time will tell. I'm going to start a storytime series on this blog soon, recounting different life stories that have impacted me or changed the way I am. Y'know, actual memoirs. Hahaha. Thanks to the few who read. You are the most important friends I have and I love you all.