More late summer treasure from a short hike around Messinger Lake (a.k.a., trout pond) at Coopers Rock State Forest.
From top: the nearly ripe berries of frost grape (Vitis vulpina)*, whose fruit reaches full maturity just before the first frost of October; sneezeweed (Helenium autumnale), whose dried leaves were once used as an ingredient in snuff; Indian pipe (Monotropa uniflora), also known as ghost plant and corpse plant, a parasitic plant that derives nutrients from trees via a mycorrhizal relationship with fungi; Appalachian ladies’ tresses (Spiranthes arcisepala), a late summer orchid found growing at the moist edges of wetlands; white wood aster (Eurybia divaricata), a late-summer perennial of Appalachia’s rich woods and clearings; a pair of eastern destroying angels (Amanita bisporigera) hiding in the ferns, an idyllic spot for these deadly beauties; a young sulphur shelf fungus (Laetiporus sulphureus), also known as chicken-of-the-woods, at prime edibility; and Appalachian oak-leech (Aureolaria laevigata), also known as entireleaf yellow false foxglove and smooth false foxglove, a partially-parasitic plant that attaches to and derives nutrients from oak tree roots while also creating energy from photosynthesis.
* Corrected the scientific name from an earlier post.
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Vegan Spiced Autumn Cake
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i ♡ these two
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“he was permanently condemned to hell.” if you hear screaming and crying don’t worry it’s just losing my GODDAMN FUCKING MIND. OH MY GOD. KAEYA WITH RELIGIOUS TRAUMA HITS DIFFERENT. IT HITS SO SO DIFFERENT.
okay so with the blue blood thing we can just be like you aren’t fully divine yet so the blood doesn’t turn blue until. idk you die and ascend or whatever. that’s the excuse i use in my brain!
i interrupted myself. anyways. imagine if kaeya was the one to kill you. when he recounts your death, he has allll the grisly details of how you were pinned to the ground by a sword in your throat, almost the same way you’d pin a butterfly to a board. he smiles as he recalls the way your blood spilled onto the ground and the light faded from your eyes. for a moment, he even scoffs at the tears on your cheeks, remnants of the way you’d cried and begged.
and then he gets the news, and it turns out that he truly cannot do anything right. he tries to be honest and loses his family. he tries to redeem his home and dooms himself. he doesn’t bother praying for forgiveness - no matter how kind and understanding everybody said you were, there’s no way you’d forgive a sinner with your blood on his hands.
me when kaeya. when he. him. he’d be so guilty and fucked up post-imposter and i think it adds to his appeal heart emoji - teddy anon
i did NOT mean for it to be religious trauma but. you have a point.
if we follow my headcanon about the blue blood—that it’s swirly like a galaxy, representative of your power—then it makes sense it manifests alongside your power, and if you blur some lines and squint we can work with that.
anyway i do think kaeya should be the one to kill (that sounds bad) and you. your words man you are so good at this-
he probably wouldn’t pray. and i don’t think, other than the first night getting blackout drunk, that he’d drink, as a form of self-punishment. no, he needs to be awake and sober to truly live through his crimes, for he would only condemn himself more with liquor.
kaeya that stops worshipping at altars or attending service, simply because he doesn’t believe that somebody like him should be in such a holy place. he never takes shifts at the cathedral, and he always takes point on the bloodiest missions. not out of enthusiasm—the sight of blood, even red, now makes him a bit sick—but out of a form of sacrifice. why put blood on innocent hands when he, somebody already sunk to the lowest of hells, can take it?
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They take a big gulp of their drink, hiccup and then giggle. ❝ Don't worry, it's just sparkling grape juice ! ❞ The way they nearly topple over after saying that really makes that so believable, doesn't it ?
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first frost was last night and today i saw my first junco of the year. happy winter
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Appetizers and Snacks - Frosted Grapes
These are so wonderful. Made with flavored gelatin mix, these grapes make a simple yet elegant treat. Serve in a pretty glass bowl at a party. Instant hit.
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#frost #grape https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckv90o3v_pu/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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im all giggly :)
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Cuphead - Childhood Friends Stick Together
The Neapolitan Trio (Vanilla, Chocolate and Strawberry Frost) and Peanut Butter and Grape Jelly are childhood friends and are very happy to see each other again.
Cuphead (c) Chad and Jared Moldenhauer and StudioMDHR
The Neapolitan Trio, Peanut Butter, Grape Jelly, idea and artwork (c) me
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Killa Grape Ice Snus - Mkpodplug Ltd
Is killa grape ice good for digestion?
There is no specific information available regarding the effects of KILLA Grape Ice on digestion. KILLA Grape Ice is a nicotine pouch that primarily provides a strong nicotine kick along with a grape flavor and a hint of mint . Nicotine itself can have various effects on the body, but its impact on digestion is not a commonly discussed aspect.
However, it's worth noting that overeating grapes, in general, can have some potential risks for digestion. Eating too many grapes at once can cause acidity, interfere with the gastrointestinal lining, and potentially lead to gastric issues, headaches, and vomiting .
If you have specific concerns about the effects of KILLA Grape Ice or nicotine pouches on digestion, it is advisable to consult with a healthcare professional who can provide personalized advice based on your individual circumstances.
KILLA Grape Ice is a nicotine pouch that combines the flavor of delicious soft grapes with a hint of mint for a refreshing and cooling sensation. It is known for its strong nicotine content and is popular among experienced nicotine pouch and snus users. The nicotine strength of KILLA Grape Ice is around 16 mg/g, making it an extra strong nicotine pouch.
Please note that KILLA Grape Ice contains nicotine, which is a highly addictive substance, and is not recommended for non-smokers.
If you are interested in purchasing KILLA Grape Ice or other KILLA nicotine pouches, you can find them online at various retailers that specialize in nicotine pouches and snus products.
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Grape Jelly and Lavender Muffins (Raw Vegan)
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Prayer for Yield
Heavenly Father, on this beautiful evening, we commit to your protection all vineyards across the affected Southern United States of America. We implore of you, one who rules the seasons, please intercede on our behalf, so that the vines and any breaking buds remain safe from frost and cold and will so find in your favor that the vineyard’s harvest may yield plentiful fruit and so allow their…
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i need strawberry frosting peanut butter spread
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