#baja boot

[transmasceuphoriatournament]

propaganda under the cut

Baja hoodie:

There's just something about them. They're warm and comfy and casual and I love them.

#trangender #trans #transmasc #round 1 polls #combat boots #baja hoodie #white t-shirts #gender euphoria #queer #lgbtq

[lamaisongaga]

LADY GAGA ATTENDS U2 CONCERT IN VEGAS WEARING BAJA EAST x EDDIE BAUER

Last night, Lady Gaga and her team attended U2's concert at The Sphere in Las Vegas. The convergence of these musical titans promised a night of extraordinary talent and unforgettable moments against the backdrop of the vibrant Las Vegas Strip.

Gaga decided to keep it casual, re-wearing a comfy flannel cotton shirt with concealed button tab from the Baja East and Eddie Bauer 2021 collaborative capsule collection.

Notably, Gaga added her archival Balmain Fall/Winter 2009 black leather biker jacket with multiple silver-tone zippers just before leaving the venue, adding her signature fashion flair to the evening's festivities.

In a world where celebrities often opt for glitz and glam, Gaga's choice to go with this familiar flannel shirt resonated with many. It showcased her down-to-earth side, reminding us that even megastars like her appreciate the comfort and style of everyday wear.

Gaga made heads turn by showcasing her unique style with a brand-new accessory: the Bottega Veneta Fall/Winter 2023 small Hop bag. This exquisite piece of artistry, priced at $3,100, exemplifies the timeless allure of Bottega's craftsmanship.

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the bag boasts the renowned Intrecciato technique, a signature of the Italian leather house, and is made from luxurious calfskin leather. Its compact size exudes sophistication while still offering practicality.

For those looking to elevate their fashion game, this Bottega creation is undoubtedly a must-have. It's a piece that transcends trends, making a bold statement in any ensemble.

Shop:

Bottega Veneta Small "Hop" Bag ($3,100.00)

To complete the look, she slipped into her custom Giuseppe Zanotti black leather platform ankle boots, featuring a stylish square toe.

#October 2023 #jackets #Balmain #tops #Baja East #Eddie Bauer #bags #Bottega Veneta #boots #Giuseppe Zanotti

[anonymous-astronaut]

The mercs at pride

Scout: He is wearing the absolute least amount of clothing acceptable standing on a float somewhere shaking his ass to Lady Gaga in a pair of jorts and having the time of his life. He will need help getting down, and he will probably have heat stroke by the end of the day because no one is keeping this boy hydrated. He sure as hell didn’t bring water himself. The closest thing he will get to hydration on his own is devouring a rainbow snow cone too fast and getting a brain freeze. He has a headache but had a brilliant time.

Soldier: He brought stars and stripes and is being so patriotic that at first some people think he’s there to protest?? But then he’s shouting along with everyone and seems to be having a blast, so folks end up thinking maybe he came just to the wrong event. Honestly he’s probably a little confused himself, and he’s yelling random things like “FREEDOM” and “PRIDE” every once in a while, but he’s having fun. By the end he has as many flags as he can carry and he doesn’t even know what they all mean.

Pyro: Like a kid in a candy store. this is Pyroland but real life addition, they were made for this. They have a rainbow tutu and are skipping around merrily, somehow they ended up in the parade and no one knows how or where they came from but they are just absolutely vibing. Probably handing out lollipops to people and blowing bubbles. Cries multiple times out of joy and hugs every single person wearing a free hugs t-shirt.

Demo: One of those guys in absolutely nothing but a kilt. He is cheering and chanting, and he’s got a loud voice so he can totally hype up a crowd. He’s likes watching the parade and cheering for stuff he recognizes. Definitely brings his own booze, but doesn’t get too wasted until afterwards. Wants to try all the food, and buys lots of cool pride accessories.

Engie: He’s driving one of the floats, probably waving a little flag out the window. He makes sure everyone stays safe around any mechanical stuff in the parade, and if anything breaks he’ll have it working again in an instant. He just chills out after the parade part, gets some good food and watches people have fun. All good vibes.

Heavy: He just kinda stands there on the sidelines watching the parade. People are a little nervous at first since he’s so big and quiet, but he’s just not really sure what to do at this kind of thing. He stays for the whole parade, and walks around for a bit after. Doesn’t say much, but inside he’s very happy that people have the freedom to do this kind of event.

Medic: Honestly I think he’d be kinda normal at pride? He’s very happy to be there, has a flag or two and just genuinely wants it to go well. Either that, or he is absolutely FERAL in fishnets and thigh high boots strutting around drinking baja blast with the most bedazzled pair of sunglasses on the planet. No science experiments today, he knows how important it is to people, and it’s important to him. Genuinely just has a good fuckin time.

Sniper: Shy, stays at the back of the crowd with like maybe one rainbow pin on his hat. He’s not that into the parade, but he’ll wonder around to booths and sort of point and grunt at cool stuff. That, or he’s the guy at the weed stand offering free samples of those gummies that don’t actually have weed in them for legal reasons, but you get to see what they taste like. Mumbles “happy pride” at anyone who takes one.

Spy: Someone would absolutely have to drag him there. It’s loud and bright and he’s just vaguely annoyed the entire time. He has nothing against pride, he just doesn’t want to BE there. Unless he is there to support someone who really needed him to (in which case he’d complain minimally and just stand there) he will escape as fast as possible. Might begrudgingly buy something just so he feels like he supported someone.

#tf2 #tf2 sniper #tf2 medic #tf2 spy #tf2 headcanons #tf2 scout #tf2 engineer #tf2 heavy #tf2 soldier #tf2 demoman #tf2 pyro #lgbt pride #savetf2

[beautiful-boy-bracket]

My babygirl vash gonna get absolutely demolished in the first round as usual but I will still be supporting him <33

Key features: his beautify baja blast eyes (sparkly), his beauty mark (beneath his left eye), his lovely blonde locks (glossy and golden), and his immensely long legs (like seriously I’m taking 70% of his body)

^this is not taken out of context his legs are actually that long. You see vash is actually an angel-like entity called a ‘plant’ (as in power plant), and as a result ends up looking less like a person, and more like a human with plant beauty standards (tall, long legs, big eyes, pale tones) imposed on him. I think ‘uncanny beauty’ is a really fun topic, personally!

Also yeah he does grow wings sometimes it’s very pretty. In the new series, he’s also got glowing plant markings that flare up sometimes! Also very pretty

Also; legolas’ outfit is not nearly slutty enough vash is a fashion icon. If you ever hear anyone argue that his ankle-length geranium red leather duster with slits up to his hips is *practical* just because it’s bulletproof, they’re lying to you. He gets this shit custom-made, if he just wanted a ‘practical’ outfit he’d wear kevlar or something, and not something with six separate strips just waiting to get tangled in your legs

And that’s not even mentioning the *undersuit* - thigh-high leather boots, a tight leather crop top, bicep-length partly-fingerless gloves… not including an image here (I do not have space) but trust me. It’s good. (Also, reminder, trigun happens on a desert planet. He’s wearing full-body skintight leather, I don’t care if it’s temperature-controlled, do you see how many belts are on that thing? ‘Practical’ my ass). Even in trigun stampede he’s wearing a skintight black turtleneck. I love his fashion <33 it’s so important to me

He cares about his appearance! Definitely a bishonen trait, I mean, this isn’t exactly the average wear in no man’s land, most people just wear shirts and jeans - his fashion is actually remarked upon several times as being unusual. He also gets called pretty boy several times, canonically~

Look, here’s him with wet hair. This is to represent the fact that he is actually a sopping wet kitten of a man who’s never won a poll in his life. Please vote for him please I just want him to get past the first round for once,, sobs,,,

^evidence of him being a pretty crier, which is very lucky, considering how often he does it

Also uhh. Sorry if you meant vash from trigun stampede *specifically* because I have more images of him, I just wanted to spread it out evenly amongst the vashes. Here’s another tristamp vash to make up for it

He’s so gorgeous and has such kind eyes it makes you want to vote for him you want to vote for him soooo baaadd

its propaganda time! the image im planning on using is i think of that last iteration of him?

[frauhupfner]

4t2 Strangerville Recourcelist

@rurpleplayssims asked here where to find Strangerville/ Strangetown/ Strangertown CC and since I used a lot of 4t2 Strangerville CC for my hood “Penelope’s Landing” I thought I could create a list of stuff I used. I also linked to the different 4t2 Databases (links will send you to the Strangerville stuff). wip

Sims 1. Alice Martin 2. Erwin Pries 3. Leslie Holland Buy/ Build (4t2 Buy/Bild Database)

Functional kiosk 4t2 StrangerVille (my fixed version, now visible from other lots)

Computer, Deco, Pethouse…

Deco

Splatrugs

Strangerville Plane

Strangerville Objects

Strangerville Plants

Wallart

Camper (deco) (functional as tent)

Bookcase

Metal Walls

The Bunk bed

Barrels

Gates

Splatrugs and wall

Strangerville Rocks 

Wall and floors (part of my 400 followers gift) Hood Deco

Strangerville Plants as Hood Deco

Strangerville Skyline

Buildings

Clothes  (4t2 CAS-Database)

Military Low Top  (Edit by DeeDee) (Edit by MDP)

Military Outfit

Military Low Bottom (more ages linked in post)

Pants Straight with Boots (Alice’s pants)

Western Dress AF  (TF and EF) (Longer edit)

Military Uniform

Open Shoulder Peplum (Alice’s top)

Agent Suit

Western Suit

Baja Poncho

Aviator Jacket AM (TM)

Shirt Layered

Conspirancy Vest (aka Erwin’s Top)

Jeans Ripped AM (other ages)

Pants Patched no shoes (with Sneaker) (with Boots)

Strangerville Clothes Collection

Accessories

Tin Foil Hat and Alienhunter Hat

Aviator Hat

Cowboy Hat

Military Hat (female) and male

Conspirancy Hat (my recolours here)

Multi Spectrum Glasses  (edit)

Tech Glasses

Military Low Hat (male and female)

Hair

Basegame Medium Long (aka Erwin Pries hair) TNW and my version

Stranger Hair

Natural Dreadlocks

Curly Mid Part (male and female)

#ts2 recourcelist

[kavekkozt]

Ti talpaltattatok már meg sportcipőt?

(Legalább) hatodik éve nyűvök egy fehér bőr Reebokot, a felső részének semmi baja, de a gumitalp sajnos elkopott, ráadásul nem is egyenletesen, úgyhogy kényelmetlen kezd lenni. Bár nagyon csábít a lehetőség, hogy vegyek helyette egy Tiszát* (azok még mindig örökké jók, ugye?), a környezetbarát megoldás a suszter lenne - csinálnak vajon ilyet, vagy kinevet ha besétálok ezzel a cipővel?

*most pont a Vimes Boots Theory jó oldalán vagyok, úgyhogy szeretnék LEGALÁBB öt évre cipőt venni, a divatot úgysem követem: a téli cipőm sajnos 3 év után tönkrement (2 év után leszakadt a talpa, azt még visszaragaszttattam, következő évben átszakadt a bőr), úgyhogy arra ötleteket is szívesen fogadok...

[fragwuerdiger-episodenguide]

(036) Die drei ??? und der Super-Wal

Klappentext

Justus, Bob und Peter retten einen Wal, der bei Ebbe ins allzu flache Wasser geraten ist. Damit beginnt eine Reihe von gefährlichen Abenteuern. Der Wal wird dressiert und soll für Bergungsarbeiten eingesetzt werden. Doch damit ist irgend jemand gar nicht einverstanden! Was liegt da Geheimnisvolles auf dem Meeresgrund? Justus muss sich gewaltig anstrengen, um schließlich das Geheimnis lüften zu können …

Veröffentlichungshistorie

Buch (Random House): 035, 1983, Marc Brandel, The Mystery of the Kidnapped Whale Buch (Kosmos): 035, 1985, Leonore Puschert (aus dem Amerikanischen übertragen) Hörspiel (Europa): 036, 1985

⁉️ Allgemein

Handlungsort

Rocky Beach

Kategorie

Betrug

Figuren

Justus Jonas

Peter Shaw

Bob Andrews

Constance Carmel, arbeitet bei Ocean World

Ocean World Mitarbeiter #1 "Joe"

Ocean World Mitarbeiter #2

Oscar Slater, Bekannter von Diego Carmel (😈)

Diego Carmel, Vater von Constance und Capitän

Fischer, Bekannter von Diego Carmel

Paul Donner, Falschgeldrucker (😈?)

Alfred Hitchcock

Kommissar Reynolds

🏖 Rocky Beach Universum

Orte

Santa Monica, in einer halben Stunde mit dem Fahrrad erreichbar

Baja California

La Paz, Stadt in Mexiko

Einrichtungen

Ocean World / Institut "Welt des Ozeans"

Pacific Row, Marineland

Fischereihafen, San Pedro in Los Angeles

Bootsvermietung Diego Carmel

Zentrale

Sonstiges

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🛼 Sonstiges

Lustige Dialoge

Justus: "Hm, wenn der Prophet nicht zum Berge kommt, dann muss eben der Berg zum Propheten gehen." Peter: "Bitte, jetzt keine Orakelsprüche, Justus! Was soll denn das heißen?"

Peter: "Hm … klingeln wir?" Justus: "Oh, bloß das nicht!"

Justus: "Wiedersehen." Peter: "Wiedersehen." Bob: "Tschau."

Constance: " Nein. Er gestand mir, dass er gar nicht mit meinem Vater zum Angeln gefahren ist, sondern Taschenrechner in großer Menge nach Mexiko schmuggeln wollte. Bob: "Taschenrechner?" Constance: "Ja, um sie dort mit hohem Gewinn zu verkaufen."

Hitchcock: "Also, hört zu! Ich habe gerade mit Mexiko telefoniert."

Justus: "Und ob ich das kann, Herr Kommissar! Es geht um den Inhalt dieser Metallkassette." Reynolds: "So, um den Inhalt von dieser Kassette."

Phrasenschwein

Aufgelegt! Der Anrufer legt einfach auf und das wir kommentiert!

🏳️‍🌈 Queer/diversity read

Shippy moments

Peter: "Hm, sympathischer Bursche. Na, schlimm, die Sache mit seinem Boot." Bob: "Hm."

Diversity, Political Correctness and Feminism

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#die drei fragezeichen #die drei ??? #und der super-wal #folge 036 #036 #Marc Brandel #aufgelegt #betrug

[fallen-angel-of-coom]

I began my search for the denim jacket I’m going to rip the sleeves off of & slap patches on & went to 5 different “thrift stores” along the way. Some observations:

there are least 2 kinds of things purporting to be “thrift store” in this day and age. The former of these has an inventory much more skewed towards showing off a curated collection of second-hand items by luxury brands / designer sneakers / etc., while the latter of these (which is what I mean when I say “thrift store”) stocks more stuff like denim jackets / leather jackets & boots / etc. I am not sure what if any sociological implications this has & will not be stopping to unpack them

I am hoping to have a black garment by the end of all this, and (mistakenly) went to all those places hoping to find, and specifically searching for, black denim jackets. I now realize in hindsight that the reason that “make your own battle jacket”-guides say you will need an (optional) bottle of dye is because denim jackets, practically speaking, only come in blue if you are trying to thrift them

it is probably still for the best that I didn’t buy anything today, since the other thing I realized is that I don’t actually know how to tell apart men’s vs. women’s denim jackets. Which would probably be a useful bit of research before I actually buy one

I finally, after walking by the place probably 50 - 100 times in my life, set foot inside the “punk themed” Search And Destroy, on St. Marks Place. It, like a handful of other places such as Chess Forum, The Dream House, etc., is a relic of a time in NYC’s history that seems increasingly improbable in an era of sky-high property values that show no signs of abating. I only put the quotation marks around punk since they in practice stock a broader assortment of military, workwear, lingerie etc. type stuff. But you absolutely can buy your punk staples like boots, leather jackets (if you have $300-400 lying around), premade battle jackets (should you want such a thing), and even reproduction Black Flag “Police Story” tees (y’know, the one with the pistol and the — anyway, Google it), all while being serenaded by grindcore playing loud enough that you can start to feel it in your inner ear canal

speaking of thrift stores, the L Train Vintage in the East Village definitely used to be 2 floors (with the basement brimming with denim, workwear, Baja hoodies, etc.) and is now somewhat diminished, having only the ground level open and stocked with merchandise. Sad

It’s been a while since I made that kind of a wandering walk through the city, mostly serving to confirm that if I want to have the most stamina for thrifting, it’s better if I try going on a weekend instead of right after work

#nyc #thrifting #battle jacket progress report

[gregor-bl0gs-gris]

primera parte "la caída" 😘💋

opiniones encontradas

hola hoy dire la primera opinión sobre este libro.

Este libro lo encuentro super interesante ya que tiene una trama que te enganchas con ella, me gustan los personajes por ejemplo: Gregor, boots, luxa etc. Pero realmente lo encuentro bastante raro 😹 porque de la nada sale una cuchara que habla, bastante raro en realidad. También porque salen bichos y animales que HABLAN. Cada que leía el libro, más pensaba que Gregor estaba en uno mas de sus sueño y que estaba loco jajaja

quería hablar sobre la autora de este libro ´´Suzanne Merie Collins´´

Suzanne Merie Collins: es una escritora y guionista famosa por la trilogía ‘Los juegos del hambre’.

Ella estudió arte dramático en las universidades de Indiana y Nueva York, su trayectoria se encaminó hacia otro rumbo: el de guionista de televisión en series infantiles como Bob Esponja o Pequeños Osos, del canal Nickelodeon, con tan solo 18 años. Tras un tiempo dedicada a esta labor comenzó a interesarse por la literatura infantil y juvenil y, motivada por el escritor de libros para niños James Plumiew, decidió dar el salto a la escritura de sus propios libros. Su debut fue en el año 2003 con su primera novela:‘Gregor 1: Las Tierras Bajas’, ‘La profecía de la destrucción’ (2004), ‘La gran plaga’ (2005), El oscuro secreto’ (2006) y La profecía final (2007) completan la colección de aventuras de Gregor.

aquí termina mi primer blog, espero que les haya gustado y esperar mi próxima publicación

#blog #grwm

[perfect-fourth]

TAG NINE PEOPLE YOU’D LIKE TO KNOW BETTER

favorite color(s): Amaranth.

favorite flavor(s): Sour!

favorite genre(s): Horror, fantasy, sci-fi, animation. vuv For music? Industrial, electronica, experimental, and a million others, it varies depending on my mood.

favorite movie(s): I honestly can't even remember right now.

favorite series: What We Do In the Shadows, Breaking Bad/Better Call Saul, and like a million and one cartoons.

last song: New Gods - Grimes

last movie: Puss and Boots the Last Wish 8D

currently reading: Nothing, but I should find a new book.

currently watching: True crime on youtube

currently working on: This prompt. Also drinking a baja blast and mining rubies in Pixelmon :U

Tagged by: @independentzaun and @legendscried

Tagging: do the thing

#ooc #get to know memes #dash games #long post #ish

[senorjlf]

, ME: I’m a very nice, approachable guy. ALSO ME: 😒 😂 I promise I’m actually nice in spite of my mean-mug in this candid pic’ of me. 😜 Also, no, I don’t wear lipstick 💄 , so ignore my red lips. 💋 I had just eaten something super spicy…and couldn’t handle it, per usual. 🌶️ 🥵 Happy Monday, kids! x . . . . . . . Sunglasses by @TomFord #TomFord, Shirt & Timepiece by @LAMB by @GwenStefani #LAMBbyGwenStefani #GwenStefani, Ring, Red String Bracelet, and Skull Bangle by @AlexanderMcQueen #AlexanderMcQueen, Brass ID Bracelet by @HarajukuWorld #HarajukuLovers, Trousers by @MarcJacobs #MarcJacobs @TheMarcJacobs, Boots by @LouboutinWorld #ChristianLouboutin, #BoysWithTattoos  #GuysWithTattoos  #TattooedBoysOfInstagram  #Menswear  #MensStyle  #MensLifestyle #Rosarito #BajaCalifornia #Baja #Ensenada #Mexico (at Los Portales de García) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmW2tR1PPkQ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#tomford #lambbygwenstefani #gwenstefani #alexandermcqueen #harajukulovers #marcjacobs #christianlouboutin #boyswithtattoos #guyswithtattoos #tattooedboysofinstagram #menswear #mensstyle #menslifestyle #rosarito #bajacalifornia #baja #ensenada #mexico

[merelygifted]

The Tau Herculid Meteor Shower — Possible Outburst | Spaceweather.com

NASA images of Comet 73P still crumbling years after its initial breakup.

Multiple forecasters agree that a meteor shower could erupt on May 31, 2022, when Earth runs into one or more debris streams from Comet 73P. The display could be as intense as a meteor storm (1000 or more meteors per hour) or as weak as nothing at all. No one knows how much debris is inside the approaching streams, so meteor rates are hard to estimate.

Whatever happens, people in North America are in a good position to see it. Almost the entire continent will be in Moon-free darkness when the shower peaks. Maximum activity is expected around 1:00 am Eastern Daylight Time (05:00 UT) on Tuesday morning, May 31st. The shower’s radiant (the point from which all meteors stream) will be almost straight above Baja California.  ...

...  Based on past performance, the tau Herculids seem unlikely to produce a good show. For nearly a century the shower has been a dud. The X-factor this year is fresh material from the comet’s catastrophic breakup. If the new meteoroids reach Earth–and that is a big IF–shooting stars will fly from a point near the bright star Arcturus in the constellation Bootes. Here is a sky map to help you find it.

To learn more about the tau Herculid meteor shower, we recommend this comprehensive paper by Joe Rao, a lecturer at the Hayden Planetarium in New York. Also, a new analysis by Jérémie Vaubaillon of the Institute for Celestial Mechanics and Computation of Ephemerides in Paris raises the possibility of two additional outbursts on May 31st resulting from debris shed by Comet 73P in the years 1892 and 1897.

It all adds up to a date with the night sky at the end of the month. Don’t miss it!

#Stargazing #Astronomy #Comet SW3 #Meteor Showers #Comets #fingers crossed

[aria-greenhoodie]

my boots-on-the-ground in Kazungula tells me the goat is alive and well. tells me he's never seen a goat do the salsa like that. i'm inclined to believe him. you're the best in the business, dammit, and i've got a spider crab with a jellybean allergy who's paying good money to see the Parthenon. this is it: one last job, for all the Baja Blast a reasonably well-fed highland bull can drink.

#aria draws #aria asks #shitpost #WHO ARE YOU AND WHY ARE YOU BACK??? #REVEAL THYSELF! #This sequel to your first ask is amazing #anon please reveal yourself you’re infinitely funny

[uniquetyphoonmiracle]

Solo pensar que puedo ir a Baja CALIFORNIA en una SCOOTER "ITALIKA" (RUINAS ROMANAS de SEVILLA en donde nacieron 3 Emperadores Romanos y donde trasladaron SANTI-PONCE los supervivientes a un DILUVIO y que antes estaba en mi estadio TALISMAN u oLIMPIcO de SEVILLA).. a explorar sitios como EL TRIUNFO, LA PAZ, TODOS SANTOS, LOS CABOS o sus PLAYAS E ISLAS PARADISIACAS donde comer un PESCADO O CEVICHE RECIEN SACADO DEL MAR.. en vez de TRABAJAR COMO UN ESCLAVO PARA UN REY, un IDOLO, UN POLITICO, UN RELIGIOSO, un VICIO Y UNA PUTA MUJER.. me dan GANAS de SALIR HUYENDO jaja

Por cierto.. A la vuelta de EL TRIUNFO A LA PAZ.. se me hizo de Noche.. No llevaba las GAFAS DE VER (entonces hace ya 5 años con LUZ veia mas o menos bien) y con la GASOLINA dudosa en una carretera llena de baches hasta llegar a la autovia donde se incorporan por cualquier lado e incluso cruzando al carril contrario.. Me equivoque al llegar a LA PAZ y me meti como un KAMIKAZE en SENTIDO CONTRARIO.. mejor que CHARLY SINEWAN O ITCHY BOOTS O GONZAVENTURAS jaja

#Youtube

[hidelias]

A bend in space-time Season 2 - [Chapter 5: On the Road]

[Chapter 5: On the Road] Links : AO3 - Wattpad - FFN This chapter tells the journey of Klaus, Rin and the Destiny's Children to Baja California, in 1961.

January 14, 1961, Tucson, Arizona

« I was surprised, as always, by how easy the act of leaving was, and how good it felt. The world was suddenly rich with possibility. (…) Nothing behind me, everything ahead of me, as is ever so on the road. (…) Live, travel, adventure, bless and don't be sorry ».

It's both exhilarating and terrifying, to leave with absolutely no belongings, for an unknown time, on an itinerary where only the first milestones have been mapped out. Perhaps it's a very concrete parable of what existence is all about, mine anyway. For someone with anxiety, it's an automatic letting go, a disconnection of the brain that takes place as soon as the first kilometer is crossed. I don't know where all this will lead us, but I'm sure - certain - that I'm loving it.

We finally departed on January 12, around midday, on a whim of Klaus's, who decided it was time to 'Run the World'. In less than twenty minutes, the bus was packed with fabrics, bangs, hair and suede boots. Everyone crowded into the leather seats and cushions, and Tim took the wheel for the first shift. "Get on the Bus!" many shouted, and I quickly realized it would be a rallying word. It's certainly one of Destiny's Child's lesser-known singles, but it'll stick with us for a long time. Klaus naturally named the bus "Priscilla" - yes, like the 'Queen of the desert'", and I think everyone already calls 'her' like that.

Urban landscapes gradually gave way to those of the Texas plains, wide skies over crops and ranchlands. Fort Worth, Abilene, Odessa, Van Horn… The road stretched endlessly to the horizon, amid songs, laughter and nonsensical conversations. As the land became more arid and the ground rugged, a few smokes rose above the cushions, no doubt to euphorize hearts in front of the dawning desert. Klaus wouldn't take even the slightest whiff, no matter how hard they insisted. It's still not my thing either. I don't think it ever will be. (…)

The Children don't judge your color or your accent. They don't care about your height, your glasses, your curls or your fat. They embrace your attractions and respect your reservations. They don't care if you love one person, three or a hundred. They are an oasis in a time even more difficult than the era we come from. Klaus likes to say that among them, 'our true colors are shining through'. Cyndi Lauper would probably like that.

(…)

↝↝↝↝ Read 'A bend in space-time' ↜↜↜↜ Full chapter : AO3 - Wattpad - FFN Season 1 completed : AO3 - Wattpad - FFN Season 2 in progress : AO3 - Wattpad - FFN

I chose to insert an OC - Rin - into the plot of The Umbrella Academy season 2, appearing almost only in deleted scenes. I try to give her an interesting story on her own. What to expect: digging into the psychology of the canon characters, seeing their daily lives through the eyes of an outsider, deciphering what's only skimmed over in the original series. A bit of fun, too, uh?

Any comment will make my day! ♡

#fanfiction #wattpad #ao3 #hargreeves #klaus hargreeves #the umbrella academy #umbrella academy #archive of our own #fanfic #fic #umbrella academy fanfiction #umbrella academy fanfic #umbrellaacademy #klaushargreeves

[twf2020]

The California Condor: Breeding and Reintroduction Efforts for North America’s Largest Bird

Fascinating Characteristics of the California Condor

1. Size and Wingspan: With a wingspan of up to nine and a half feet, the California Condor is North America’s largest bird. It can weigh anywhere from 15 to 31 pounds, making it one of the heaviest flying birds in the world.

2. Longevity: California Condors are known to have a long lifespan, often living up to 60 years or more in the wild. This remarkable longevity is a testament to their resilience and ability to survive in challenging environments.

3. Scavengers: Condors are scavengers, feeding primarily on large carcasses of animals such as deer, cattle, and marine mammals. Their bald head is an adaptation for feeding, as it helps keep the bird clean and prevents bacteria from building up on their feathers.

4. Soaring and Energy Conservation: California Condors are masters of soaring, utilizing thermal updrafts to gain altitude with minimal effort. This ability to glide for long distances conserves energy and allows them to search vast areas for food.

5. Parental Care: Condors typically mate for life and are known for their extensive parental care. Both parents share responsibility for incubating the egg and feeding the chick once it hatches. The chick will remain dependent on its parents for up to two years, after which it will venture out on its own.

Breeding and Reintroduction Efforts

The California Condor recovery program began in the 1980s when the remaining wild condors were captured and placed into captive breeding programs. This controversial decision was made to ensure the survival of the species, as the risks of leaving these birds in the wild were deemed too high. The breeding and reintroduction initiatives were collaborations between multiple organizations, including the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the San Diego Zoo, the Los Angeles Zoo, and the Peregrine Fund.

The captive breeding programs have been remarkably successful, with more than 400 birds in existence as of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, and the population trend continues to be positive. Breeding techniques have included natural mating, artificial insemination, and double clutching, where a laid egg is removed to stimulate the female to lay a second egg. The chicks are often hand-reared using puppets that mimic adult condors to avoid human imprinting.

The reintroduction of captive-bred condors to the wild is a complex and gradual process. Young condors undergo a rigorous “boot camp” to prepare them for the perils of the natural world. They are taught to avoid power lines and people, and to recognize and handle their natural food.

Reintroduction began in 1991 in California, and later, in parts of Arizona, Utah, and Baja California in Mexico. The released condors are closely monitored using radio telemetry and satellite tracking. The reintroduction process, while challenging, has seen a steadily increasing wild population.

The Way forward for the California Condor

Despite these successes, the California Condor continues to face significant challenges. The leading cause of death among the reintroduced population is lead poisoning, often from ingesting bullet fragments in scavenged carcasses. This hazard arises from the bird’s scavenging behavior, where it often feeds on animals that have been shot with lead ammunition. The ingested lead fragments poison the bird’s system, causing severe illness and often death.

Efforts to combat this threat include legislative measures to restrict or ban the use of lead ammunition within the condor’s range. Moreover, education programs for hunters have been introduced to promote the use of non-lead alternatives. While progress has been made, the persistence of lead poisoning remains a significant hurdle in the path towards the complete recovery of the species.

Another ongoing threat is habitat loss due to urban development and changes in land use. Safe and suitable nesting and feeding sites are critical for the survival and growth of the condor population. Conservation organizations are working with landowners and government agencies to protect and manage these important habitats.

The survival of the California Condor depends on the continued commitment to these conservation efforts. This includes ongoing monitoring of the wild population, proactive management of threats, and public education to foster a coexistence between humans and condors.

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Written by: Sanghmitra Singh

Originally published at https://thinkwildlifefoundation.com on July 4, 2023.

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