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headless-angel-writes · 1 year

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Una Rosa Es Una Rosa

Resumen: Baz ha estado robando rosas del jardín de un extraño. ¿A quien el esta llevando esas flores? Prompt: Devoción Los personajes pertenecen a Rainbow Rowel

Palabras: 1206

Fanfiction: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/14170393/1/Una-Rosa-es-Una-Rosa

Ao3: https://archiveofourown.org/works/43508553

Wattpad: https://www.wattpad.com/1293560908-carry-on-one-shots-una-rosa-es-una-rosa

@carryon-countdown

Baz.

Hay un chico parado frente a mí. Está usando botas, un overol, camisa blanca, guantes y un enorme sombrero de paja que cubre sus rizos dorados. Tiene la cara llena de pecas y sus ojos son tan azules como el cielo

Es hermoso. El chico más hermoso que he visto en mi vida. Me mira con fastidio, como si quisiera matarme. Lo único que nos separa es una reja, así que no estoy protegido.

Me atrapó robando sus rosas. Y es bastante obvio que le importa mucho este jardín. No lo puedo culpar por sentirse así.

—Así que eres tú quien viene a lastimar a mis rosales.

Su voz es tranquila a pesar de que sus ojos reflejan furia.

—Lo siento. Puedo pagar por ellas, si quieres

Honestamente no sé qué más decirle.

—¿Son para una chica?—ignora mi pregunta.

—Podría decirse que sí.

No es tan fácil explicárselo a una persona que acabo de conocer. Aunque me interesa bastante que nos conozcamos más a fondo. Él se encoge de hombros, avienta el sombrero y guantes hacia una mecedora que está a sus espaldas y salta la reja que nos separa.

Ahora que estamos más cerca, puedo ver que tiene aún más pecas y lunares de los que pensé. No sé porqué se molesta en tratar de protegerse del sol. Huele bien, a una mezcla de flores y canela. (No debería oler así considerando que estaba trabajando.)

—¿Qué haces?

—Voy a ir contigo

Levantó una ceja. ¿Qué está pensando ese tipo?

—Mis rosas son valiosas. Quiero saber si tu chica merece que robes por ella.—Explica con simpleza.

Maldición. No puede acompañarme. Y mucho menos hoy.

—Es raro que pienses así. Ni siquiera nos conocemos.

Comienzo a caminar, dudo que hable en serio sabe seguirme. Me doy cuenta de lo equivocado que estoy cuando escucho pasos detrás de mí.

—Lo raro es que robes del jardín de un extraño—Dice.—Llevas meses haciéndolo. Necesito saber quien recibe mis rosas.

Lo ignoro y trato de apresurar el paso. Tal vez pueda arreglármelas para perder al chico bonito.

Sí no… ¿Cómo le explico que voy al panteón a visitar a mi madre muerta por su aniversario luctuoso?

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El Chico Bonito es mucho más obstinado de lo que creí. Al principio, trate de confundirlo, cambiando de ruta y entrando a tienda, para alejarlo de mí. No funcionó. Me compadecí de él y le permití caminar a mi lado.

Y él se acercó para tomarme del brazo.

—Para que no vuelvas a escaparte.—dijo

Soy fuerte, podría haberme librado de él con facilidad; también soy débil y en cuanto sentí el calor que emana de él me rendí.

Hemos recibido un par de miradas curiosas. Supongo que mi traje negro contrasta demasiado con su ropa. Y las rosas que llevo en mi mano no ayudan. Desde fuera, podría parecer que estamos en una cita.

Ojalá fuera así.

—¿Cómo te llamas?—suelta de pronto.

Su voz me hace saltar de la sorpresa. No me había dicho nada antes y es raro oírlo ahora.

—Basilton Grimm Pitch.—Respondo.

Él se ríe. No es la primera vez que pasa cuando alguien escucha mi nombre. Solo suelto un suspiro.

—Lo siento. Es un nombre un poco extraño. Me gusta ¿Puedo llamarte Baz?

Siento que mi cara se calienta un poco.

—Si quieres… ¿Y cómo te llamas tú?

—Simon Salisbury.

No sé cómo es que se ríe de mi nombre cuando pareciera que a él lo nombró Stan Lee. Decido no decir nada más y simplemente seguir caminando. A veces siento cómo él acaricia mi brazo. Es tan suave que creo que no se da cuenta de lo que hace.

Al fin, la puerta del panteón está frente a nosotros. Me quedo parado un momento sin estar seguro de que hacer ahora. No pensé que llegaríamos tan lejos. Me giro a verlo, él luce pálido.

—¿Qué hacemos aquí?

—Vengo a visitar a alguien.

Él se aferra con más fuerza a mi. Ese gesto me ayuda un poco a atreverme a continuar. Conozco muy bien el camino, vengo cada cada mes desde que tenía quince años. Me detuvo frente a una lápida de mármol negro.

En la lápida, se lee el nombre de mi madre: Natasha Pitch. Y la fecha de hoy: doce de agosto. Me suelto de mi acompañante y procedo con lo que vine a hacer. Saco del jarrón las flores secas y las cambio por las frescas que llevo en la mano.

—Ella es quien ha estado recibiendo tus rosas. Las tomé porque me parecieron dignas de ella. Lo siento, Salisbury

Está parado un poco lejos de mi.Y se quedó pasmado. Siento que los ojos me pican y que quiero llorar. Pero no voy a hacerlo frente a él.

—Simon.—aclara.—Y yo… lo lamento mucho. No debí seguirte hasta aquí.

—No importa, en serio.

—Baz…

—Ya pasaron más de diez años, debería haberlo superado

De pronto, la tristeza me invade y las lágrimas comienzan a salir. No quiero que Simon me vea en ese estado, así que me doy la vuelta. Solo entonces me permito llorar.

Escuchó pasos, seguro que él ya se va. Seguramente se siente incómodo. No debí arrastrarlo hasta aquí.

Entonces, siento una presencia cálida en mi espalda. Un par de brazos me rodean la cintura desde atrás. Simon Salisbury, a quien acabo de conocer, está tratando de consolarme.

—Está bien. Lo que sea que estés sintiendo ahora está bien.

Es reconfortante escuchar a alguien decir eso. Desdé que ella murió, mi padre se volvió un hombre mucho más reservado de lo que ya era. Nunca lo vi llorar, al menos no frente a otra persona. Me volví un poco cómo él. No me gusta mostrarme débil.

Aquí y ahora, no me siento obligado a ello. Me giro, con cuidado, y correspondo al abrazo de Simon. Es más bajo que yo, así que apoyo mi cara en su cabello. Es muy suave y huele a rosas.

Sus manos trazan círculos en mi espalda, tratando de calmarme.

Cuando estoy más calmado y las lágrimas se han detenido, me alejo un poco. Es extraño, pero no me siento avergonzado por mi pequeña escena. Me tallo los ojos, espero no verme demasiado hinchado.

—¿Te sientes un poco mejor?—dice, tratando de sonreír.

—Un poco. Gracias por el abrazo.

Él se encoge de hombros, como si confortar a alguien que no conoces sea algo que se hace normalmente.

—¿Quieres venir a mi casa

—¿Qué?

Pensé que ahora cada uno de nosotros tomaría su propio camino. Al parecer, él quiere continuar pasando el tiempo conmigo.

—Tengo pastel de mi casa, lo hizo mi abuela.

—Está bien, iré contigo.

Simon se acerca y me toma de la mano.

—Y puedes llevarte rosas, pero esta vez tienes que pedirlas

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No nos hemos soltado de las manos. Y quisiera no hacerlo nunca. Mientras vamos caminando, de camino a su casa, me surge una duda.

—¿Por qué dices que tus rosas son valiosas?

Su mano aprieta la mía con un poco más de fuerza.

—Mi mamá inició ese jardín. Amaba todas las plantas, pero las rosas eran sus favoritas.

Ahora entiendo porqué era tan importante para él saber que es lo que yo estaba haciendo con ellas.

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¡Hola!

Me atrasé un día. El prompt de ayer era devoción. Y pensé que poner a ambos chicos sintiendo eso por sus mamás era buena idea. Me basé en una publicación de Tumblr, pero no tengo el link

El título viene de una canción de Mecano

Muchas gracias por leer

Ciao!

#carry on rainbow rowell #carry on countdown #carry on countdown 2022 #coc 2020 #simon snow #baz pitch #snowbaz fanfiction #snowbaz #my fanfiction

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yuzu-all-the-way · 2 years

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Yuzuru Hanyu's senior SP costumes

4. Ballade No. 1

This is Yuzu's costume that 'suffered' the most changes through the years. In my opinion, this is the most prince-like costume of his.

The basic design of the costume, the sequins and the girdle were kept until the costume's last appearance at the 2020 Four Continents Championships. The main changes occurred to the colour of the costume.

For me, the loose, see-through sleeves are the best feature of the costume. Together with the high collar and the loosely fitted top, it is elegant and, at the same time, it gives off a relaxed impression.

Considering Yuzu's light and fluid movements throughout the program, the costume, in all its forms, fit it very well.

Version #1

This photo is from the 2014 Cup of China. The top has a very soft gradient going from a light blue-purple-ish colour to a very very light blue, almost white. The sequins on the top are aligned vertically, going from being applied closely together on the lower part to being more scattered towards the top. The sleeves' sequins follow the same pattern.

The black girdle is covered in horizontally aligned sequins applied in rows. For me, the girdle is hardly visible as it blends with the pants of the costume, so the intended effect of the girdle is almost lost.

Versions #2 & #3

These are photos from 2014 Japanese Nationals, respectively 2015 World Team Trophy. The top underwent a deep-dye session, the lower part and sleeves becoming Butterfly Bush* (or a shade close to it).

Version #4

Another change to the costume happened for the 2015-2016 season (first photo from 2016 World Championships, the second photo I don't know from which competition).

Gone are the deep-dye and the black girdle. Also, the sequins are no longer aligned vertically, but they are cluttered at the bottom and gradually spread out higher up. The same applies to the sleeves. There are gold details inserted to the inside of the wrists and to the sides of the torso. The girdle is now gold and covered in gold/white sequins. I think these up the elegance of the costume overall.

Version #5

For the 2018 PyeongChang Olympics, Yuzu brought yet another version of the Chopin costume.

The gold wrists and torso details are no longer there, while the gold girdle stayed. The top's gradient transition is slower compared to the previous version. The newness is the rhinestone-covered collar. In my eyes, this creates a symetry for the costume - gold collar and gold waist.

With this costume, Yuzu broke yet another World Record and is one of the programs which helped him secure his second Olympic gold medal.

Version #6

The iconic 2020 Four Continents Championships where Yuzu became the first men's single skater to achieve the Super Slam. He also broke a World Record for the 19th time.

The costume, this time, is generally referred to as being sea foam green. The gold collar and girdle are kept. However, the transition between sea foam green and white is quite abrupt compared to the other versions. Nevertheless, this is my favourite Chopin costume version both because the program skated in this costume was a perfect Yuzuru Hanyu performance and because of the meaning it holds now.

Finally, an HD photo. The sequins are of different colors, varying from gold to green to silver to blue.

2020 Four Continents Championship is Yuzuru Hanyu's last international competition in which he won the gold medal.

*The name 'Butterfly Bush' is based on this website and the shade was identified by using the 2015 WTT photo on this website

This is a post-series that’s meant to complement the ranking of Yuzu’s senior SPs in order of personal preference

Note: The costumes are in the order I ranked Yuzu’s SPs, not in order of least favourite to favourite costume

#yuzuru hanyu #figure skating #ballade no 1 #chopin #2014 CoC #2014 JNats #2015 WTT #2016 Worlds #2018 olympics #pyeongchang 2018 #2020 4CC #sp yuzu costumes

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forabeatofadrum · 1 year

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@coffeegleek replied to your post “”:

Wow!! You have more energy and brain power than I do. <3 I just do the "add these words in and there's no time limit" challenges.

Honestly a part of me is a little bit like [chuckles] I’m in danger, because oh boy, as the Dutch would say, I am putting too much on my plate. But yeah I always have the @klaineadvent in my mind as a given. I sometimes even plan an upcoming Advent the moment one ends, so yeah, I knew that Advent was coming up.

Then there’s of course the Secret Santa, from @the-lima-bean and I am very excited for it, but I am also hoping to keep it small, as in under 5K or so.

And then there is @carryon-countdown, another annual thing that I don’t always participate in, due to the advent. Although I do point out every year that COC as an acronym makes me giggle, because it is also the name of the Dutch national queer organisation. I might do some of COC this year, but we’ll see. I wasn’t going to do it, but the prompts are just so good.

#replies #coffeegleek #might do a true drabble challenge for COC since i also did that with advent 2020 #aka when i didnt know what to write but still wanted to participate

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sweetsilverman01 · 9 months

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Mini-Games Galore: Dive into the World of Fun-Filled Minecraft Servers

Minecraft, the beloved sandbox game developed by Mojang Studios, offers a vast array of experiences beyond its core gameplay. One of the most popular and entertaining aspects of Minecraft is the availability of mini-game servers. These servers provide a wide range of unique and fun game modes within the Minecraft universe, offering players exciting challenges, friendly competitions, and thrilling adventures. In this article, we will explore the world of fun-filled Minecraft servers and the diverse mini-games they have to offer. What Are Minecraft Mini-Game Servers? Minecraft mini-game servers are multiplayer servers that specialize in hosting a variety of mini-games within the Minecraft world. These servers feature custom-built maps and game modes that deviate from the traditional Minecraft gameplay, providing players with an entirely different and exciting experience. From parkour challenges and survival games to PvP battles and treasure hunts, mini-game servers cater to various playstyles and preferences, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy. Exploring Different Mini-Games: - Survival Games: Survival Games, also known as Hunger Games, is a popular mini-game mode inspired by the famous book and movie series. In this game mode, players are dropped into an arena where they must scavenge for resources, fight off opponents, and be the last player standing. It combines elements of survival, PvP combat, and strategy, creating an intense and exhilarating gameplay experience. - Parkour: Parkour mini-games focus on players' agility and dexterity as they navigate through challenging obstacle courses. These courses are designed with jumps, leaps, and precision movements that require quick reflexes and precise timing. Parkour mini-games provide a platform for players to showcase their parkour skills and compete for the fastest completion times. - Capture the Flag: Capture the Flag is a classic team-based mini-game where players are divided into two teams and must strategize to steal the opposing team's flag while defending their own. Cooperation, communication, and tactical gameplay are essential in this mode as players coordinate their movements, protect their flag, and plan strategic offensives. - Spleef: Spleef is a fast-paced and exciting mini-game where players compete in an arena to be the last one standing. The objective is to dig or break blocks underneath opponents' feet, causing them to fall into a pit or be eliminated from the game. It's a thrilling game of strategy, reflexes, and quick thinking. - Treasure Hunt: Treasure Hunt mini-games challenge players to solve puzzles, find hidden clues, and embark on quests to discover hidden treasures. These mini-games often have intricate storylines and require players to explore different areas, unravel mysteries, and work together to unravel the secrets and claim the coveted treasure. Finding the Best Mini-Game Servers: - Server Listing Websites: Start your search for the best Minecraft mini-game servers by exploring server listing websites. Platforms like Minecraft-Server-List.com, Planet Minecraft, and Minecraft-mp.com provide comprehensive lists of servers categorized by game mode. Look for the "Mini-Games" or "Game Modes" sections to find a wide selection of servers dedicated to hosting various mini-games. - Minecraft Forums and Communities: Engage with the Minecraft community on forums, subreddit threads, and Discord servers dedicated to Minecraft. These platforms often have dedicated sections or channels for server advertisements, where server owners promote their mini-game servers. You can find unique and well-established servers, read player reviews, and connect with other Minecraft enthusiasts. - Recommendations from Players: Seek recommendations from friends, fellow Minecraft players, or online communities. Personal recommendations can provide valuable insights into the best mini-game servers available. Ask for suggestions based on specific mini-game preferences or seek advice fromexperienced players who have explored different servers. They can provide firsthand information about the quality of gameplay, server community, and overall enjoyment. - Server Popularity and Community: Consider the popularity and community of the mini-game server you're interested in. Look for servers with an active and engaged player base. A vibrant community fosters a more dynamic and enjoyable gaming experience, as it encourages interaction, competition, and the opportunity to make new friends. - Server Stability and Performance: Stability and performance are crucial factors when choosing a mini-game server. how to be unbanneable from minecraft servers Check for server stability indicators like uptime percentage, lag reports, and reviews from other players. A stable and well-performing server ensures a smooth and enjoyable gameplay experience. - Server Rules and Moderation: Review the server rules and moderation policies to ensure they align with your gaming preferences. Look for servers that prioritize fair play, promote positive behavior, and have active moderation teams to maintain a friendly and respectful gaming environment. - Unique Features and Customization: Consider the unique features and customization options offered by the mini-game servers. Some servers may have custom maps, exclusive game modes, or additional plugins that enhance the gameplay experience. Look for servers that offer a variety of mini-games and have regular updates or additions to keep the experience fresh and exciting. Once you've found a Minecraft mini-game server that suits your interests, join the server and immerse yourself in the world of fun-filled mini-games. Engage with the community, make new friends, and enjoy the thrilling challenges and competitions that await. Remember to respect the server rules, be a good sport, and embrace the spirit of friendly competition. Minecraft mini-game servers provide an opportunity to test your skills, showcase your creativity, and experience the joy of multiplayer gameplay in a unique and entertaining way. So, dive into the world of mini-games and let the adventures begin!

#Minecraft Bedrock Parkour Servers 2020 #Coc servers minecraft #Kid-friendly Minecraft Servers 2022 #how to let owners do everthing minecraft servers #How to play preuim servers on cracked minecraft 1.10.2 #How to find saved servers in .Minecraft #How to know if minecraft servers are down #Minecraft Pe Kit Pvp Servers #Php How To Get Minecraft Servers Ram Usage #how to you delete your servers last save on minecraft

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arvindbalagopal · 1 year

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#clashofclan #coc #december update #games #2020 update #arvindbalagopal

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vintagerpg · 7 months

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Children of Fear (2020) is another hefty bit of proof that Chaosium of any era has a talent for massive RPG campaigns, whether elder gods are involved or not. As it happens, this Call of Cthulhu campaign doesn’t have to involve the Cthulhu Mythos at all. The main threat comes from the titular children of fear, who wish to see the gates of Agartha unlocked and the King of Fear released to unmake reality. This COULD be a face of the mythos (and there are mi-go and white apes here and there in the campaign) but it draws inspiration on non-mythos subjects like Vajrayana Buddhism, Theosophy, the fiction of Lord Bulwer-Lytton and Journey to the West.

The saga begins in Peking, where the investigators become entangled with a lama who senses the gates of Agartha are opening. In order to slam them shut again, he enlists the players to help him find the necessary artifacts that will power a ritual to save reality. To do this, they travel through China, India and Tibet, encountering wonders and wickedness both supernatural and mundane.

At 400 pages, it is quite the accomplishment by author Lynne Hardy (who, incidentally, wrote one of my favorite CoC one-shots, Scritch Scratch) — painstakingly researched, gorgeous (I love the inclusion of paintings by theosophist Nicholas Roerich) and terrible in turns (oh boy there is some deeply uncomfortable subject matter in here, including cannibalism, ritual murder and a variety of sexual situations). In terms of scope and complexity, it might be a bigger undertaking than Masks of Nyarlathotep. There are several places when reading the adventure where I paused and wondered if I could handle it (and the book isn’t quite flawless — there could be more support for GMs built in and some of the hooks that pull the story long seem wobbly as is). Still, daunting or not, an exciting effort in an unusual direction. Having read this, I’m very keen to see Hardy’s next project from Chaosium, Rivers of London.

#rpg #dungeons & dragons #tabletop rpg #roleplaying game #d&d #ttrpg #Call of Cthulhu #Children of Fear #Chaosium

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masonjarsmoments · 2 months

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Have you ever been to a ski jumping competition? If yes, did you enjoy it?

Oh hi! Didn't expect to actually get asks so thank you so much 🥺

Yes I've been to several ski jumping competitions. Funnily enough I didn't made it to one before I moved to Norway in 2018 even though I live quite close to Willingen and my Grandma is from there as well but I didn't want to go on my own at first and when I met people through the internet it wasn't possible because of uni and work.

But I went to two COCs in Oslo ( my first live competition experience and Aschi won and made it into my personal top five that weekend - oh boy I miss him)

Then I went to Raw Air in Oslo in 2019 and the Norwegian Championships that also were held in Oslo because of bad weather in Trondheim. My best friend asked Robin if he wants to take a picture with me because I was too afraid and he was so confused because he didn't expect that anyone wants to take pictures with him because he wasn't that known yet (even though he was on the team at Holmenkollen and won )

And in 2020 i did Raw air again even though we were not allowed to be in the Arena at Holmenkollen because of Corona but I also had Tickets for Lillehammer that year and since they did not sold that many tickets we were still allowed to be there so I was able to see Peter winning. 🥺 (Also Antti said I will get his bib but then his second jump wasn't that good and he was sad and forgot 😭)

Sadly still was not able to go to Willingen because of both Work and the fact that I had quite a hard time really enjoying the sport for a while but its definitely planned for next year. And depending on how the Grand Prix is planned this year I will probably go to Klingenthal but that depends if it's at the weekend where my Cousin is getting married or not (because I am afraid it is because it's usually around that time)

#sorry for the long answer because you probably just wanted to know if yes or not #another thing i want to share is that i actually both love and hate going to competitions because i get so anxious #its okay when i am with friends like during raw air but the COCs were quite hard and i was so anxious i don't even have that many pictures #ski jumping

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themisthemenace · 10 months

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HEY YOU! READ ME

Yo, what's up. I'm your local thermostat, Themis. I go by any pronouns and I'm a minor (14-16)

DNI IF YOU'RE

Over 25

Homophobic

Ableist

Racist

A Terf

A genuine fucking bully

Weird in a derogatory manner

I post about

My art

Falling in Reverse

Mcr

Fob

Demon slayer

Genshin impact

BLUE EYE SAMURAI (hyper fixation atm)

Ships I like

Scaramouche/Wanderer (I main him)

Things I find funny

Furbies

Hot men and women and people

Random shit. Idk my brain is weird.

Music I enjoy in general

Vents unfortunately (I have ADHD, GAD, a developing case of BPD, and might be autistic and have experienced SA and CoC SA)

Me suffering through random shit that I put myself through. (i.e. those shitty MHA audios from 2020 or traumatizing media like killing stalking.)

Hit me up if you wanna be mutuals. Just don't trauma dump on me without a warning and tell me your boundaries. I can be an asshole but trust me I'm joking most of the time. Talk to me at your own risk I'm a freak (affectionately)

#if my braincell says it i post it under #Themis' propaganda #and my art tag is #Themis' Sillay little drawings #or #Themis' sillay little drawings #slay a gay day

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palimpsessed · 2 years

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Author Self-Rec

Thanks for tagging me in for this @bazzybelle @facewithoutheart @bookish-bogwitch @nightimedreamersworld @tea-brigade and @sillyunicorn

post your favorite five fics that you've written, then pass on to at least five other writers

I have 10 fics so I guess I’m recommending half of them 😂 . Which means none of these will be surprising because I’m sure you’ve all heard me talk them to death by now.

1. Slings And Eros (M, 95k and counting)

I couldn’t make this list without this fic. It’s a beast, but it’s my baby. It’s my longest by a wide margin, which probably feels intimidating to potential readers, but I still hope people give it a chance because I just feel all kinds of ways about this one. It’s on the surface an Eros and Psyche Greek myth au but it’s also barely that at all and does not require knowledge of the original or of mythology. It follows star-crossed god Simon and human Baz as they work with Penelope to save Baz from the wrath of Simon’s father. In the midst of that, it explores prophecy, destiny, morality, accountability, identity, and all the ways we can love. And it also weaves in as many themes/characters from the books as possible ofc. I look forward to the day this one is complete and I can read it through and hopefully still love it.

2. A Man of Letters (T, 54k)

I’ve easily read this fic more than any other (mine or anyone else’s). It was so much fun using the unsent-letters-cum-diary format to construct the narrative and I think this ended up being a super successful way to write it. Baz gets to live that Beau Brummell life and Simon gets to play with swords. There is trauma, class anxiety, miscommunication, and oodles of romantic tension. Also! Lady Ruth! Who, I dare say I did a pretty bang up job of characterizing pre-awtwb. (You didn’t hear it from me, but Lady Ruth may do a bit of Plotting™️ of her own...🤫 )

3. Chamber by Chamber (E, 19k)

My most kudosed fic now apparently. Maybe I should just rec the series it’s in. There are three fics that do all build together, but they can stand on their own, depending how deep you want to go. This fic was my way of having Simon and Baz finally fully accept the monstrous in themselves by giving that to each other, using Simon’s WS quote as a kind of outline. I termed it therapeutic smut, which is accurate, while also being very kinky—but look at who we’re dealing with. It was also an excuse for me to write all the tail sex. Fully (and very explicitly 😅) illustrated with a banging playlist.

4. I Can’t Believe He’s Not Butter (T, 5k)

Yes it’s crack, but I still really love this fic. Also, most of my fics are chaptered and 10k+ so this could offer some nice entry level commitment. Do you yearn for sensual scenes of butter spreading? An oversaturation of saucy puns about sauces? Poetic musings from the syrup caddy at table six? Have a need to see the only appropriate use of the word “nubbin”? This is the fic for you! I truly had no idea how much worldbuilding I was going to do for this one. Did I need to explore the interpersonal relationships and social/power dynamics of diner condiments? Well actually yes, yes I did. I hope pancake syrup!Baz and margarine!Simon are very happy together in their blue plate special life.

5. To the Manor Borne (T, 43k)

My COC entry from 2020, using each day’s prompt to write another chapter; the plot is intentionally loose at best, so the chapters are pretty standalone if you wanted to do this one in shorter installments. The ws-era gang spends the Christmas holidays at Pitch manor doing dead spot research, arts and crafts, caroling, canoodling, and introspection. Shepard teaches Baz, Penny, and Agatha how to tie their shoelaces the Normal way. Simon is back in therapy and trying to convince Baz to go to, too. Penny is doing work on her dad’s team. Agatha doesn’t know why she’s there, but she’ll figure it out. Snowbaz exchange gifts, have touching moments in the rain, go flying, and are just generally nauseatingly adorable.

And that’s it! If you read to here, hi, thank you, and if you’ve not done this yourself, consider this your official tag. Also tagging in five people: @bloodiedpixie @starwarned @skeedelvee @prettylightsbigcity @otherpeoplesheartachept-2

#tag game #fic rec #slings and eros #a man of letters #chamber by chamber #icbhnb #to the manor borne #shameless self promotion #spicy links

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tempurastick · 1 year

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from an old CoC campaign

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#original #friends' ocs!#call of cthulhu

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I have been following you since 2020 and I swear it’s been 2 years since checking your tumblr for any COC update has become part of my monthly routine ❤️

Two years, huh ? I can’t believe it’s been two years already…. When you put it like that, I feel like a terrible writer to make you wait that long for updates 🥲

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SCENARIO NEWS: Darcy Wu murders an SJMS Student before it declares a State-wide of Terror in Los Angeles City [#RadyoBanderaFindsOut]

A FAIR WARNING to our NEWS READERS: The following news report for this episode scenario in Amphibia's animated lock-in taping may contain a sensitively disturbing content. Attacking your negativity in our news report without the said consent is STRICTRLY PROHIBITED. Read our Disclaimer FIRST below this article. Thank you.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA -- The actual Saturday night's episode of Amphibia (May 7th, 2022) declares a state-wide of terrorism in California, United States of America (U.S.A.).

A former storyboard artist of WildBrain named Cynthia Michelle Dávila Chase was first exclusively obtained from a tweeted photo gallery, the Core itself who controls a human being from the Saint James Middle School (SJMS) officially murdered our Mass Communication Intern named Anne Savisa Boonchuy of Disney XD News as pre-recorded for the animated lock-in taping last Tuesday morning (May 3rd, 2022 -- Pacific local time).

Darcy Wu murders to stab Boonchuy in a throat while strangling still in its robotic arms with a magical sword weapon via a Newtopian captain (Andrias Leviathan) as accredited from a late father named Aldrich Leviathan before the actual cartoon show.

An exclusive source told Radyo Bandera & Disney XD News, Boonchuy was unconscious after Darcy was stabbed once -- leaving the Plantars and friends saw everything unfiltered for a death sentence and removing her powers to return at the Calamity Box. Boonchuy confirms to death shortly after without her own comment in the afterlife. Radyo Bandera & Disney XD News cannot independently verify of the authenticity for the said storyboarded art.

The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) in Metro Manila offers her condolences to the Boonchuy family, friends and colleagues after the said murder incident was made. PTFoMS was created by the Philippine President named Rodrigo Roa Duterte in October 2016 with a mandate to safeguard press freedom and protect the life, liberty, and security of media workers, as well as the internet news reporters and affiliates on us. Mass media in Los Angeles are heartbreaking nationwide as of this writing.

In a possible scenario as per news team affiliate, police and government officials in Los Angeles are on full alert to make her teenage arrest as a non-bailable offense to Darcy Wu. SJMS principal has decided to revoke her as a school student here in Los Angeles City. If she is proven guilty before the actual episode airing from a final 3rd Season of Amphibia, Darcy is in violation of Republic Act #11479: Section 4-5 or The Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 & Article #246 and #248 or the Revised Penal Code.

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Overall, Darcy Wu is sentenced to 52yrs. in prison -- merely as optional above the limit from Reclusion Perpetua to death. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), Dumaguete Cathedral Office of Communications (Du-CoC), Negros Oriental Police Provincial Office (NOPPO) and the Archdiocese of Los Angeles Communications (ALAC) are taking into justice altogether for Marcy Wu to commence a regional protest before the Philippine elections and other events in the Los Angeles area.

The Boonchuy family will cover her death insurance as effective immediately and expenses to pay in burial or cremation to Anne.

Radyo Bandera: Sweet FM Network-Visayas (in Bacolod and Palawan) & Disney XD News are part of its affiliated broadcast firm on this Internet TV station of OneNETtv Channel and OneNETnews.

ART PHOTO COURTESY: Cynthia Chase via Twitter Photo

SOURCE: *https://twitter.com/CynDavilaChase/status/1521630663127879680 and *https://www.rappler.com/nation/149085-philippines-duterte-administrative-order-presidential-task-force-media-killings/

SEVERE HONEST DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed from this Scenario News Report are not necessarily those of Disney Television Animation. The student suspect will not be imitated in any matter. Furthermore, the assumptions of this SNR will NOT state, intervene or reflect those of our affiliated reporters. The show, the station, the management, interwebs and the network. Thanks for reading and stay safe, mga Ka-Bandera. Later!

-- OneNETnews Team

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selbertson coc 2020 semis save me (etc etc)

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Beginning in 2017, an alarming and ongoing period of rising homelessness has continued into 2023. The unprecedented crisis demands attention from the federal, state, and local governments from across the country.

This was the primary takeaway from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’s 2023 Annual Homeless Assessment Report (AHAR) Part 1, which was released on December 15. The AHAR Part 1 compiles data from Point-in-Time (PIT) Counts conducted nationally in January 2023. To help tell a fuller story of homelessness in America, this blog post offers 12 key data points from this report and additional federal data.

Understanding the Severity of the Current Crisis

Several data points highlight the severity of the current rising homelessness crisis:

653,104 is the number of people who were experiencing homelessness during the 2023 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count. This figure represents a record high since homelessness data collection began in 2007.

12 percent is how much homelessness increased over the course of one year (between the 2022 and 2023 PIT Counts). Another record in the history of data collection, the previous high was only 3 percent and occurred between 2018 and 2019.

64 percent of Continuums of Care (CoCs) reported increases in unsheltered homelessness. This effect is not isolated in cities: more than half of rural and suburban communities saw their numbers go up as well. The increase in unsheltered homelessness was largely driven by increases among individuals (up 10 percent), including people who are chronically homeless (up 18 percent).

46 percent of older adults experiencing homelessness (age 55 and over) live unsheltered. Current reporting for 2023 marks the first time the PIT Count collected data about this age group, which represents 21 of the overall homeless population. Older adults are more likely to be unsheltered than people aged 34 and under.

60 percent of CoCs reported an increase in homelessness among unaccompanied youth between 2022 and 2023. The New York City CoC indicated the largest increase, having 75 percent more unaccompanied youth experiencing homelessness than in 2022. Previously avoiding the rising homelessness trend, 2023 marked the first year that youth numbers increased since 2017.

40 percent is the amount Asian/Asian American homelessness increased between 2022 and 2023. This growth is the largest among all other racial and ethnic groups. Latinos follow this group with another notable increase in homelessness (28 percent). Asian/Asian American and Latino numbers have mirrored the trend in recent years of rising overall homelessness—however, these groups have felt the shift far more severely.

How Did We Get Here?

Other federal data points illustrate the reasons for current rises in homelessness:

Between 2020 and 2022, there was a dramatic 30 percent increase in the number of people entering homelessness for the first time. An expiring federal eviction moratorium (in 2021) and the phasing out of federal COVID relief likely contributed to rising hardships.

Some cities have sounded alarms about surging homelessness among migrants. And, as the Baby Boomer generation retires, researchers have observed that a growing number of people are experiencing homelessness for the first time after age 50 (at least in some parts of the country). These trends likely impacted the 2023 PIT Count.

Only 61 affordable units are available to every 100 extremely low-income renters in the United States. America is in the midst of a long-term affordable housing crisis. Many people are seeking, but simply can’t find housing.

$63.33 per hour is how much an earner(s) would have to make to afford a two-bedroom apartment in the nation’s most expensive housing market (Santa Cruz, CA). Although not quite as high, other major American cities don’t fall too far behind — and their rents have been escalating during this period of rising homelessness. Rents in major cities outpace what low-income people earn. Many households are rent-burdened, spending more than 30 percent of their income on housing. Research has shown that higher levels of rent burden are associated with increased homelessness.

Amid Increases, Data Shows Progress on Homelessness

The recent data is distressing, but various data points in both the 2023 AHAR Part 1 and additional HUD reports suggest that certain progress is occurring, and systems are experiencing success in their efforts to end homelessness:

27 percent of CoCs experienced reductions in overall homelessness between 2022 and 2023. Thus, not every region is being impacted by the rising homelessness trend. Entire states made significant progress—Louisiana reduced homelessness by 57 percent, while Delaware reduced homelessness by 47.4 percent.

Some regions experienced marked progress specifically related to unsheltered homelessness: the Jackson, MS CoC reduced unsheltered homelessness by 81 percent, and the Chattanooga, TN CoC reduced its unsheltered homelessness by 54 percent.

Between 2021 and 2022, there was an 8 percent increase in the number of people who exited homelessness into permanent housing. Systems have been successful in their goal of connecting people to housing. Unfortunately, over the same period, there was a 26 percent increase in the number of people newly becoming homeless. Systems just weren’t able to keep up with the growing demand for their services.

During the current period of rising homelessness (since 2017), there was a 24 percent increase in the number of permanent and temporary beds available through homeless services systems throughout the country. Providers have successfully expanded their reach—but as noted above,they haven’t had enough resources to keep up with the unprecedented crisis.

#HUD Releases 2023 AHAR Data: 12 Key Data Points to Understand the Current State of Homelessness in America #us #homelessness #us homelessness stats

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History

Introduction

In 2019, KYAN was created as a working group in partnership with community allies. The objective of the working group was to “end youth homelesness” and raise awareness about the conditions that lead to homelessness. KYAN sponsored leadership opportunities, created economic development activities for YYA (Youth and Youth Adults) and supported the development of a YAB (Youth Action Board). The original youth representative, along with the majority of the participants in the working group, had learned experience with “housing variability”, and made the attempt to participate in a series of Zoom meetings hosted by various agencies with the understanding that their participation was going to result in “authentic dialogue” that led to humane “procedural changes”. The youth action board was developed in advance of the launch of the 100-Day Challenge in Monroe County, FL.

Background

The 100-day challenge was created by HUD housing in 2017. The HUD project was designed with the following series of goals:

Form a “Youth Action Board” (YAB) with youth and young adults (YYA) that have learned homeless experience.

Engage YYA meaningfully in every part of process. Those processes included: planning, policy development, implementation of ideas, community outreach, and evaluation efforts.

Be open to listening and having authentic conversations about what works and what is lacking in the current homeless response system for YYA.

Compensate YYA fairly for their time and expertise based on a living wage and considering all costs associated with participation in meetings. Those costs included: transportation, childcare, lost wages, phone/internet access, etc.

Help YYA build leadership skills and connect to leadership opportunities in the community. Those opportunities were defined as COC (Continuum of Care) and the 100-Day challenge initiative.

Our partners independently created a 100-Day project with the following objectives:

“In 100 days, Monroe County will permanently house 5 homeless, un-accompanied youth aged 16-24 with connections to supports (e.g. employment, life-skills training, education, behavioral health, etc), of which 40% will be people of color, LGBTQ+, and/or have a disabling condition and 20% will be previously involved with the Departments of Juvenile Justice or Children and Families.”

In 2020, our partners officially wrapped up their participation in the 100 day challenge. KYAN continued to operate and support engagement with YYA and the efforts of the YAB; with the understanding that the engagement of YYA would be authentic and meaningful. The point of the youth action board and the youth representative, was to deliver feedback; about the demographic of individuals needing services and the types of coordination that needed to occur in order to effect change on a federal level. This feedback, was to supposed to come from the perspective of people who understood the situation. The goal of KYAN was to take the understandings from the working group, observe the impact of the 100- day Challenge and execute a strategy for a self-sustainable alternative.

All association with our “partners” ended in 2023 with the inability of the parties to formalize a MOU. We do not consent to the use of our name as an acronym in association with the YAB; that is active under the purview of our former associates. We do not believe that that categorization of individuals by economic status is humane. Furthermore, we value growth and development, and we are committed to creating a positive standard of social participation. KYAN is a separate entity that is using the understandings and input given by the participants of the 100-Day Challenge to create a physical environment, in a manner that is:

Feasible

Establishes Agency

Sustainable

These objectives align with the HUD Housing Research Report finding that “there is no single system that can prevent or end youth homelessness alone….”, and that the following series of amended best practices should be imperatives moving forward:

Leverage existing working relationships and connections between systems to bring a new focus.

Formalize and operationalize new partnerships through memoranda of understanding (MOU)

Gain buy-in for cross-system work at multiple levels, including direct services staff, management, and system leaders.

Consider how to identify and support YYA who are not connected to any system.

The 100-day challenge failed to meet the expectations of most of the original participants. KYAN has determined that following the majority of the HUD housing recommendations would be an exercise in futility and lead to further exploitation of a particular demographic within our target demographic. Consequently, we have determined that using specific language leads to “predatory practices” and targeting individuals using a “compassionate approach” is patronizing and diminishes the value of any organization dedicated to the perpetuation of culture, and lifestyle development.

The majority of the understandings from the 100-Day challenge apply to individuals exiting the foster-care system. Individuals that lack natural support systems need a network that will provide with them with tools and experience needed to start over in a different environment, or renegotiate their social status. Being introduced and described as “ formerly in…” is not conducive to a positive social experience. Unless these individuals have the tools to negotiate the terms of their inclusion into society, stigma will continue to follow them. Participants should not be coerced into “going along” with actions that often go against their desires and interests; in the interest of the preserving operational integrity of organizations that “serve the community”. This type of operational procedure contributes to the cycle of duress being perpetuated and exacerbates individual trauma. It is our goal to have an integration experience that does not utilize aggression.

Trauma should not be the focus of any project designed to empower individuals. While there may be certain realities that a person may face, those “issues” should not be the crux of the service provider’s goals. Establishing agency should be the imperative of organizations working towards building criteria that define operation success. Language is an indelible part of creating supportive understandings and fostering trust. Using language that does not create social barriers is the cornerstone for establishing a successful alternative support option.

Feasibility Measures for Key West

Demographic

Key West has a high population of elderly resident. As a result of this information, KYAN is defining “youth” as individuals aged 21-42.

Key West attracts a high number of neuro-divergent individuals as a result of its social atmosphere, those individuals have a tendency to have delayed emotional intelligence. This delay results in a inability to accept a certain level of responsibility until later in life.

The presence of a military base and its accompanying support systems, has created a need for certain individuals to explore the necessity of a transitional career. Individuals who chose to pursue a career path outside of their training, have a tendency to struggle with social factors that go beyond personal development. Former military personal have given their “developmental years” in service to society and require an environment that is sensitive to their needs and capable of supporting of their “mid-life” transition.

There are a significant number of individuals who struggle with personal identity, their efforts to enter society are hampered by an inability to successfully navigate their individuality. The struggle to understand and establish an identity consumes the “early years” of social development, making a successful social integration unlikely to occur before age restriction policies for supportive services expire.

Problem

By age 24, individuals in Key West age out of all community/art spaces that foster creativity and personal growth experiences in a non-competitive environment. In addition to this, the stigma associated with organizations that use “trigger” words to define their services and label their clients, cause an avoidance of the opportunities these groups can provide.

Acquiring “safe space” to provide consistent services is logistically impossible without direct ownership of property. Due to an anomalous housing environment and the logistical requirements associated with “providing services where needed”, it is improbable that qualified professionals are capable of meeting individuals in their personal environment . Professionals willing to provide consistent services in a neutral location are unable to do so, because leasing and sharing space is an unsustainable way to provide uninterrupted service.

The demographic of individual most “at risk” for “housing variability” are upcoming professionals who have the skills and capability to do well. However, limited housing options, lack of a supportive social network and the constraints of existing options make their presence in Key West untenable. Retaining a qualified individual from this particular demographic will require access to additional resources, or third-party understandings.

Understandings

There is no such thing as a “permanent exit” from housing variability in Key West because of the precipitation in the environment. Any solution needs to include an interim measure that transitions and re-transitions participants in the event of weather emergency; while maintaining their ability to profit and benefit from economic activity.

Key West is “rural” environment. It is located 100 miles from the nearest major hospital, and its’ geography and political climate are not conducive to major development opportunities involving low-income housing. “Housing” does not have a brick and mortar solution in Key West; non-traditional housing alternatives have a significant impact on relieving the burden of the immediate lack of sufficient housing. Furthermore, the majority of local participants are capable of establishing their own opportunities. Housing considerations are a mandatory necessity to retain qualified staff and supportive services teams.

Individuals that need housing and would otherwise be willing to participate in a program that provides housing, decline for the some of the following reasons:

They do not want to have to live under a curfew. As adults, they feel that they deserve to be treated as such and curfews violate their autonomy. In some cases, curfews interfere with available job opportunities.

They have an “emotional support animal” that is not a “service dog” and cannot have their animal in residence with them.

They do not want their housing to be tied to an agreement that requires they attend classes, counseling or workshops to maintain their residence. They want the stability of an assured housing environment, as long as they pay their bill.

They use substances and do not want to be told they have to leave the property to have a “cigarette and a hot toddy”. In many cases, having to pass a drug test for marijuana use disqualifies the candidate.

The stigma associated with being in a location that is actively advertised as a “low-income” opportunity limits social capital in the local community. Many would rather deal with the indignity of discomfort than be “labeled”.

Participants have to agree to be categorized as a condition of their housing. (i.e. LGBTQIA, Race, Creed, Ability, etc.)

Participants are under the supervision of an individual as a consequence of their participation and are required to submit to the whims and understandings that individual may impose on their lifestyle.

The cornerstone of Life Skills training should be to provide tangible skills and material development opportunities. Without adequate Life Skills training there are certain individuals who will never achieve the level of personal responsibility mandatory to establish themselves. Life Skills that are beneficial for people that lack natural support systems include:

Time Management: scheduling, organization, WPS systems

Budgeting: tax preparation; money management; banking

Lifestyle Economics: nutrition; workouts

Etiquette: using cutlery; style; social protocols

The working group participants have requested that the following parameters be met in accordance with their housing needs:

Pet-friendly housing

Lifestyle Receptive

No government or religious organizational structure

The participation of the individuals should be entirely dependent on their ability to do the following:

Maintain creative output

Contribute to creating a positive and stimulating atmosphere

Fulfill a series of obligations to maintain a sustainable environment for the organization.

Conclusion

Create a startup that has a solution based approach to solving the problem, and uses the preceding understandings as benchmarks for success.

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