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w1steriagrows · 1 month
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and i try to be, but you know me, i come back when you want me to
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jeffcbliss · 1 year
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Joe Elliott (left) and Rick Savage of Def Leppard - Petco Park; San Diego, CA (8-28-22). @DefLeppard @_Joelliott_ #ricksavage
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hoval · 1 year
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A banger 😆
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A Birthday Tribute to Stephen Sondheim
We interrupt your regularly scheduled Diva posts and polls with a 24-hour Stephen Sondheim lockdown to recognize an honorary Broadway Diva and certified musical theatre god.
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Stephen Joshua Sondheim (1930) was a legendary composer and lyricist who essentially reinvented the American musical with his soaring scores and fiendishly clever lyrics. With Oscar Hammerstein as his mentor, he began his Broadway career writing lyrics for West Side Story (1957) and Gypsy (1959). Throughout his life, he won eight Tony Awards, including a Special Tony, more than any other composer. His dedicating to writing fascinating, flawed, fantastic roles for women (particularly women of a certain age) means his work is some of the most sought-after of our Divas.
Sondheim Theatre and Concert Credits:
I have done the research and pulled together a list of every single role our Divas have played, and every Sondheim concert they have participated in. Here are just a few takeaways.
All together, 64 Divas have had a whopping 245 roles/concerts and counting.
Eleven Divas have never (to my knowledge) performed in a Sondheim or at a Sondheim-specific concert. Seven of those are non-singing actresses, leaving just four musically-inclined Divas bereft. (Brenda Braxton, Lillias White, Linda Eder, Ute Lemper). However, all four Divas have performed Sondheim's songs in their personal concert repertoires
Eighteen Divas have done just one Sondheim, some in particularly obscure contexts.
The most common roles are The Witch (Into the Woods - 9), Mrs. Lovett (Sweeney Todd - 8), Mama Rose (Gypsy - 8), Desiree Armfeldt (A Little Night Music - 8), Phyllis Rogers Stone (Follies - 6). More on that later.
Most Frequent Sondheim Performers:
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Bernadette Peters: 21 Highlights include: Sunday in the Park with George, Into the Woods, Follies, Gypsy.
Patti LuPone: 20 Highlights include: Company, Sweeney Todd, Gypsy, Anyone Can Whistle.
Marin Mazzie: 13 Highlights include: Passion, Merrily We Roll Along, Into the Woods, Anyone Can Whistle.
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Audra McDonald: 11 Highlights include: Sweeney Todd, Passion, Six by Sondheim, A Little Night Music.
Donna Murphy: 11 Highlights include: Passion, Into the Woods, Anyone Can Whistle, Follies.
Christine Baranski: 11 Highlights include: Company, Sunday in the Park with George, Sweeney Todd, Follies.
Tony Awards and Nominations:
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Leading Actress in a Musical: 14 Nominations (exc. wins) | 5 Divas 9 Wins | 4 Divas
Mama Rose in Gypsy is the most-decorated role in musical theatre canon, and arguably the best role for women period. In five productions, every actress has either been nominated (Ethel Merman, Bernadette Peters), or won (Angela Lansbury, Tyne Daly, Patti LuPone).
Both Desiree Armfeldt actresses have won their respective years (Glynis Johns, Catherine Zeta-Jones). Additional winning roles have been Phyllis Rogers Stone (Alexis Smith), Mrs. Lovett (Angela Lansbury), The Baker's Wife (Joanna Gleason), and Fosca (Donna Murphy).
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Featured Actress in a Musical: 17 Nominations (exc. wins) | 4 Divas 4 Wins | 1 Diva
Some of the most common roles to be nominated for in a Sondheim show are Amy and Joanne from Company (in the original production, Elaine Stritch competed in Leading Actress), and Louise in Gypsy. No featured role has netted more than one award.
Winners: Patricia Elliott (Charlotte, ALNM), Laura Benanti (Louise, Gypsy), Karen Olivo (Anita, West Side Story), and Patti LuPone (Joanne, Company).
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purpleyoonn · 1 year
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The Line Between Love and War 7
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C H A P T E R  7:  
THE AMA’S AND BLUSHING
“It is said that the night sky is made up of tiny wishes that humans were never able to fulfill. That the stars only became bright by the fulfillment of those wishes. In your eyes, the stars that shine never seemed real, your childhood wishes dark and dim as you grow. But now, now you understand the twinkle in their eyes as they look down at you.”
Summary: Your experiences told you that soulmates were something you would never have the pleasure of having; something not given to you because of who you are, despite the soulmark that resides on your inner left wrist. During your solo trip to Los Angeles, you find out that you are more than capable, that your soulmates had been waiting for you for a long time, and would not be letting you go anytime soon.
Genre: soulmate au, bts au, idol bts, polyamory relationship, eventual smut
Paring: Idol!BTS x autistic!mc
Status: Ongoing (randomly updated)
Warnings: mental illness, talk of disability, lots of angst, miscommunication, feelings of depression, feelings of isolation, polyamory bts, stalking, dangerous behavior, eventual smut,
Chapter Warnings: anxious feelings, some drama, insecurities, becky g to the rescue, safety issues come up, not too much going on, a slight shutdown*, relationship first, actual soulmate bonding begins now, 
Taglist: @azazel-nyx​​  @yuzon3​​ @hannahdinse8​​ @quirkybtsarmy​​ @mageprincess7​​  @fluffy-canada-pancakes​​ @suckerforv​​ @chaoticthingpizza​​ @drissteele​​ @carolinexkpop​​ @avadakadabra93​​ @lachimolala22019​​  @justaweird0​​ @singukieee​​  @welcometomyworld13​​ @toughbook​​ @kimana122​​ @kpopmultistantrashsstuff​​ @0funsite0​ @joyless-living​ @sinceritythatcouldntbedelivered​ @elliott-calls​ @psychosupernatural​  @kyuupidwrites​
*shutdown: an autism shutdown, or autistic shutdown, is when a person’s brain becomes so overloaded they can’t control reactions or they become totally unresponsive or frozen. Shutdowns are related to meltdowns. In the case of a shutdown, the person will feel as though they might be trapped in their body, unable to move or respond to any external stimulus. 
Masterlist // Chapter 6 // Chapter 8
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Previously on The Line Between Love and War:
You nod your head at his question, not knowing if you could accurately answer his question without knowing the context or possible situation he could be referring to. Namjoon just takes your answer for what it was, a probability. Nodding in his own way, he then goes to ask how you feel about attending the American Music Awards that were to take place the next day.
“If it’s okay, I think I would like to go, but I don’t want to be on the red carpet. I don’t want to take the event away from you all and I don’t think I’m comfortable with being on it.” You were honest with him, something he would never fault you for. He was happy you were being honest with him and with yourself.
“Don’t worry baby, we can work things out with Seungho. I’m glad you are going with us though. I know we would feel more at ease with you by our sides.” He moved forward, catching you slightly off guard as he placed a sweet kiss to your cheek before getting up and leaving you to your thoughts and the wordsearch across your lap.
You were dreaming, you had to be. Like, there was no other option that your brain agreed with. You had to be dreaming, and your fantasy seemed way to out of the park to be considered real.
You were currently in a light purple, almost lavender, silk soft dress. It had straps that were a couple inches in width, making you feel more comfortable with the fact that it had a deeper cleavage then you were used to. The dress went to the floor, and the stylist gave you heels to wear. It showed off your soulmarks, something the boys were extremely happy with. 
There was something so primal about your soulmate showing off their soul mark, their connection to you. The boys were possessive in nature, something anyone could see, and it extended to you. You were their mate and for you to have your mark on display, it had them buzzing. 
You had never worn heels before and waddled like a baby deer as you entered the room the boys told you to go into when you were done. It’s where you knew you had to be dreaming as most of the boys were in various stages of undress, Namjoon only in his boxers as he stood near the clothing rack.
You were gaping at them, wide-eyed for a couple of seconds before blinking quickly, trying to figure out if you were truly seeing what was in front of you.
There was no way you weren’t dreaming. It makes sense.
Only you would come up with a dream where BTS were your soulmates and they were currently undressed in front of you. There was no way it was reality.
Taehyung was the first to notice you, smiling big as he moved to where you were standing, watching the door be closed by Seungho. You were just standing there, eyes wide as you practically stared at the rest getting dressed. He didn’t care about his own state of undress, pants barely buttoned as he walked in front of you.
He couldn’t tell what you were thinking, but he had seen the look in your eyes before. The small glint in the corner where you questioned everything. You wore it a lot in your dreams where you tried to rationalize everything. He could only guess that you thought you were dreaming, more distinctly you thought you were dreaming that they were your soulmates.
He knew from your dreams over the past week that you still didn’t truly believe that you were their missing soulmate. It hurt sometimes, Jimin clinging to him as they talked about how they would convince you, past what they were already doing.
“Hey baby.” Your eyes shifted to now focus on Taehyung, who kissed you on the forehead before gripping your hands in his and leading you to the small two-seater that was next to his dressing area. It was then that the others began to notice you were in the room.
“Hey pretty girl.” Hobi had come up with his shirt half unbuttoned to greet you, hand locking with yours as his eyes moved slowly down your figure, taking in every inch of you he could see. It had you growing flustered, their touch slowly moving the dreamlike haze from your eyes.
“Hi Hobi.” Your voice was quiet as you tried to hide the blush growing on your cheeks. Now that their touch was bringing you back, you were beginning to grow flustered at the amount of skin the boys were slowly covering. It seemed they were trying to see how slowly they could get dressed.
Once they realized you were in the room, watching them get dressed, their stage personas came out and they made to see how quickly they could fluster their youngest mate. Jimin especially was having fun with this, winking at you as he slowly pulled his pants up his thighs and over his hips. He had you looking away the fastest, a win in his eyes, seeing the blush you had on your neck and cheeks.
Jungkook, however, saw things differently. He was the first to finish getting ready and was quick to move to where you were sitting and wrap you up in his arms. He hooked his chin over your shoulder and snuggled in close, loving the blush that was accompanied by the warmth of your arms covering his own that wrapped across your stomach.
“You look beautiful in this dress, baby.” His words brushed across your shoulders causing tingles to move down your spine, both his tone and his breath across your skin being the cause. You could practically feel the heat of his words against you, the temperature in the room spiking because of it.
“You look good too, Koo.” You turn to look at him, your eye catching on the way he played with his lip piercing. You didn’t even catch his eyes looking you over as you turned back around.
“Jungkook, you’re going to get your suit wrinkled. Come here, princess.” Jin had come up to you, knowing that you were getting overwhelmed and Jungkook was about to catch the attention of their head stylist, none of them wanting to witness her fury at the sight of wrinkled clothing.
He helped you stand up, hands on your waist as he held you steady on your still wobbly legs. Heels were not your thing and you didn’t think you would ever get used to them. It was then you realized that everyone was ready, only a few hair touchups needed from the game Jimin and Yoongi were playing.
“You really do look beautiful, baby. This dress looks amazing on you.” He grinned, loving the purple on you knowing what it represented to them. You just reached down, rubbing slightly at your heels as you responded.
“Yeah well, my ankles aren’t going to look so amazing once the night is over. I feel like a newborn deer.” Your words were rung true by you trying to walk forward, legs shaking and almost falling over.
Taehyung caught you, a hand on your back as he steadied you. He held a smile on his lips as helped you walk to the door where the others were now waiting.
“Let’s go my deer.” You only shook your head at his attempt to make you smile, the others laughing at Taehyung’s pun.
The plan was for you to leave the vehicle after the boys exit for the red carpet. You would be driven a little further down where you would be able to walk behind the red carpet backdrop and in to the Microsoft Theater where the awards would be taking place.
Seungho would accompany you into the theater and help you find where you were to be seated. You were assured by the boys and Sejin that you would have your own seat with the boys, that you would be able to sit there while you waited for the boys to join you.
There were three other security members with the boys, making sure nothing happened while on the carpet, doing interviews and taking pictures. They were also to ensure that nothing negative was said about you or the bond, which didn’t matter so much to you as it did to the boys.
The car was not silent when you arrived, each of the boys moving to hug you and reassure you that they were only seconds away if needed. Namjoon especially was worried, knowing exactly how the media would spin even the slightest breath in a negative way.
“Boys, please. It will be okay. I will have Seungho with me and I will just be seated in our assigned spots. Nothing is going to happen.” Okay, maybe you were optimistic about everything right now, but it was only to save face. You were really anxious about the entire night, not wanting to do anything that would upset anyone, especially the boys or army.
Once the door was opened by one of the security team, the boys sent you worried glances as they exited the car, Jin blowing you a kiss before the door closed behind them. You could see all of the photographers lined up and already taking pictures of the boys, some even trying to catch a glance of you in the car.
It was already rumored that you would be in attendance, a picture of the seating arrangements having been leaked the day before when it was being set up. This had the boys worried, but everyone was reassured by Sejin that the team had been prepared for this.
The management team for the boys had already prepared in the event that their last mate would be found, knowing the amount of attention that would be aimed your way. They knew people would try and do anything to get even the smallest glance or fact about you. 
The headphones Yoongi had bought for you, the ones you wore to the concert, had already been sold out the following day. Army worked quick in finding out which ones you wore and acted fast, buying out the entire stock through multiple stores.
To say you were shocked was an understatement. Taehyung had even taken a short video of you and posted it to twitter with the caption “army at it again”. In the video, you had your mouth open wide in shock as you look at the website for the store Yoongi had gotten the headphones from. Jungkook was leaning over the back of the couch to look at your screen and pointing at it, laughing as he knows extremely well how quick army could be.
Seungho had opened the door for you when the car stopped again, this time towards the back where you could safely make your way to the theater and to your seats.
“Are you ready for your first appearance, Y/n?” He holds his hand out to help you out of the car as he smiles at you.
“Not at all.” You smile back, thoroughly in awe at how quick your life changed. Just a week ago, you were in your hotel room about to make your way to the Line store, and now you were at the AMA’s with your idol soulmates.
You were quiet as Seungho led you through the slightly narrow walkway and into the theater where you were met by one of the coordinators. After a quick talk where he had to show his badge and your own, he led you down to where the artists would be sitting.
While you were looking around the theater in awe, the boys were being interviewed and having their pictures taken on the carpet.
“Now, I think congratulations are in order. I believe everyone has seen the announcement of you guys finding your final soulmate.” The interviewer gestures to the surrounding people as she spoke.
“Is there anything you can tell us about your final soulmate?” She finally asks the question the boys were waiting for. Namjoon internally sighs as he moves to answer.
“She is the sweetest person. She has a big heart and it feels like we’ve known her forever.” He doesn’t even have to fake the smile or glint in his eyes as he talks about you. Jimin moves forward a little as he leans closer to one of the microphones.
“Y/n is beautiful and we are doing our…best to get to know her better.” He stumbles a bit as he tries to find the right word but he gets a pat on the back from Namjoon, making him feel he did good.
“Well, I’m sure army is extremely happy that your bond is now complete.” Yoongi wants to roll his eyes at the woman’s comment, knowing that her tone was anything but happy.
“We actually have another question that has come in from some comments on our twitter page. The fans want to know if your final mate is an army and who her bias is?” This question has the boys looking at each other, wondering if they should answer or not. Jin decides to take the microphone.
“She is army and her bias is BTS.” The boys all internally applaud their eldest mate for his quick thinking, some even trying not to roll their eyes at his blatant wink at the end.
The woman just laughs, obviously fake as she was hoping to stir up some kind of drama. She tries to ask another question but is told by one of their team that her time was over. She doesn’t even say any goodbye as she walks away from them, her cameraman following.
“Wow.” Jungkook mutters under his breath, Hobi agreeing.
“I knew we would get some questions about Y/n, but not like that.” Taehyung says low, knowing they don’t need anyone listening in, despite speaking in their native Korean. They never knew who could translate or speak their language while in the states. Look at you, they didn’t expect for you to be able to speak almost fluent Korean when they found you.
Almost every question they had received so far, besides one of the interviewers they were more familiar with, had been about you. And while they loved that they were able to talk about you and show the world how much they already loved you, it made some of the boys feel weird.
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You had found your seats, almost right up front with an amazing view of the stage when a man had walked up to you. Seungho was quick to usher you behind him as he moved forward to stop the man from coming any further.
“Excuse me Miss, you cannot sit there. I’m going to have to ask you to move to the designated seat filler area until the show starts.” Seat fillers were regular people who had to go through some kind of vetting process to be able to fill the seats within award shows. They typically moved from seat to seat so it looked like the audience was always full whenever an artists had to leave.
Seungho, who held both of your passes, just looked at the man and held his hand up, preventing the man from getting closer to you like he was trying to do.
“We have our passes right here. This is her artist pass.” He hands the man your pass hoping this would resolve the issue.
“Is this some kind of joke?” The man now looks angry as he holds up your artist pass with your name on it and the logo for BTS, the word soulmate accompanied underneath in bold writing. He tries to move past Seungho to grab your arm but Seungho is quick to push the man away.
“I can assure you this is not a joke.” You were quiet as Seungho moves to protect you from the now visibly angry man.
“I’ve never seen this pass before. It doesn’t even look like an artist pass. I’m going to have to ask you to leave if you don’t move to the seat filler area.” He spits at you both like he would be just as happy to physically remove you.
“Why would you think this is a joke, Sir?” You ask the man, making both heads turn towards you, Seungho with a weary look and the man who seems to pause at hearing you speak.
“There is no way you can be their soulmate. Look at you.” He gestures to you, not even caring that other people were now looking your way, other artists and celebrities who had now begun to enter the theater for the awards show.
The words coming from this man’s mouth make Seungho’s blood boil. Of the week he has known you and been assigned to be your head security, he has seen how insecure you had been about everything, including your looks. He is aware that there is some trauma from your home life that aids into your insecurities, but he doesn’t know the full story.
Either way, that is never how you should talk to or treat someone. But before he could say anything, someone else interrupts.
“Oh my goodness, girl! You look amazing!” You see Becky G walking up to you and bringing you into a hug. To say you were starstruck was an understatement. You had been watching her videos since she was on YouTube, growing up listening to her songs.
When she pulls back from the hug, she turns around to face the man. “Is there something wrong?” She has an arm around you and the other on her hip as the speaks to the worker. He just starts to sputter like a fish, trying to figure out what to say.
“You know this woman?” Was what he managed to spit out, looking between you and Becky with confusion.
“Of course! She is one of my friend J-Hope’s mates.” She gestures to the two couches that have the words “BTS and Soulmate” on the cards resting on the cushions. Becky looked between the man and the placard with a raised eyebrow, not even waiting before taking your pass from his hands and handing it to Seungho.
“What’s going on here, baby?” Namjoon asks, looking at the scene in front of him. They had heard as they were walking towards their seats and you, that there was a commotion going on. The rushed to where they knew their seats were, just hoping no one was giving you any sort of trouble.      
“Nothing Sirs. I just didn’t uh, didn’t realize—” The man began to stutter, trying to think of a response that wouldn’t get him into trouble when Seungho interrupted him.
“He tried to remove Y/n from her seat as he didn’t think she was your mate or belonged with you. Miss Becky came and helped her when she saw what was going on.” Seungho explained, causing the group to glare at the man after sending smiles towards Becky who was still standing with you.
At the audience you were receiving, the main coordinator for the event had come down to see what was going on. It was at this point that Jimin and Hobi decided to come over to you, checking on you and give thanks to Becky.
“Here baby. Why don’t you sit here with me.” Jimin spoke softly to you, not knowing how this incident could have affected you; you were pretty silent as you looked up at him. He was unable to read your emotions, causing him a little panic as he brought you over to the second couch, sitting you in the middle where he knew you would be surrounded by them.
You watched Jimin fuss over you, trying to push the words from your lips to tell him what happened. You could hear Hobi and Becky talking, him wanting to get her story as he also greeted his old friend.
You turned your head, looking for Namjoon only to see him talking to the head coordinator as the man was escorted away. You watched the woman gesture your way and the firm nod from Namjoon.
He came over first, kneeling in front of you as he grabbed your hands to hold.
“Baby, the main coordinator is going to come over to apologize for the coordinator and for his actions. I just wanted to let you know.” He stood up but continued to hold your hand as the woman walked over.
“Hello Y/n. My name is Susan and I am the main coordinator for the American Music Awards. I just wanted to apologize for the actions of Tim and to let you know it will never happen again. If there is anything you need for the night, please don’t be afraid to let one of us know. I will have two additional guards up front for you and you can let either of them know if you have any problems, okay?” Susan had a kind expression on as she talked to you. She seemed genuine which helped to soften the emotions you were holding in.
“Thank you.” You managed to push out, the words sounding like a mumble as you did so. It made you worry that she wasn’t going to hear you, but the smile and no you received was a relief that you didn’t have to try and repeat yourself.
Susan said a couple more words to Namjoon before leaving. Namjoon took his spot on your other side, while Hobi sat next to him. Namjoon had an arm around you while Jimin had a hand on your thigh, rubbing circles into the fabric covering your skin.
“We should have been with you.” Namjoon muttered under his breath as his grip on your waist tightened. He could see the nail marks on his palm, could feel them on forming on his palm as they were being interviewed. He knew it wasn’t his doing and could only imagine what was happening for you to do that.
He moved his hand, turning your palm over so he could see your own palm, to see the red and irritated marks. He didn’t say anything as you watched him bring your palm up to your lips, kissing at your unfortunate habit.  
The lights began to go down as the stage was lit up. You could see the microphone being set up and the curtains being drawn as you sat back in your seat. There were so many things you wanted to say, but you knew that you wouldn’t be able to get them out.
“We’re here baby.” Jimin whispered as the cameramen began to film the crowd, moving passing your small group as they did so. You could feel the familiar warmth moving up your spine as your bond began to settle one more. Ease moving through your body as the tension left, excitement now filling your body as the host walked on stage to start the show.
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During their ending performance, the boys made sure to keep you in their line of sight, unknowingly making some of the cameramen record you for reaction videos. You were incredibly self conscious, especially after that coordinator’s comments earlier. You tried to ignore the camera’s but you kept fiddling with your bracelet and fingers.
When their performance was over, you stood up and clapped for them, the camera still on you even as your boys walked off stage. It was nerve wracking for you and you honestly couldn’t wait for the cameramen to leave.
However, despite the small incident in the beginning, and the annoying cameramen, the night was amazing.
The boys were nominated for and won Artist of the Year, Favorite Pop Duo/Group, and Favorite Pop Song with Butter. You were unbelievably proud and couldn’t stop smiling the entire way home, feeling like a proud army as the boys cheered and danced around in the car.
They planned to have a live for armies once at the hotel, after showering and changing. They decided to skip the after party, not really wanting to go anyways, but also just wanting to chill and relax at the hotel. You had decided with Seungho that while the boys were changing and showering that you would go to the store and get snacks and a small cake for them.
You didn’t need to shower quiet yet, just deciding to wash you face and change into comfy clothes once you got to the room. The boys had showered together in small pairs, not wanting to waste water and wanting to be done faster.
As they showered, you left a note for them that you would be taking Seungho with you. Surprisingly, you managed to get snacks and drinks back to the room before they even noticed you were gone. You had managed to make the couch and table look nice, decorating it with snacks and the small cake. You even got champagne and glasses out so they could celebrate normally.
When Namjoon walked out and saw your efforts, he didn’t even blink before he was walking to you and pressing a soft kiss to your lips.
“Thank you, baby.” He whispered against your lips, opening his eyes to see your own open wide in shock. He took a step back, about to ask you what was wrong before his own eyes widened.
“Oh my, baby I’m so sorry. I didn’t even think.” Namjoon spoke quickly, his hands held up as he apologized. He had taken your first kiss without a thought in his mind. He began to pace back and forth in his own little area as you stared ahead, your cheeks and neck entirely red as you couldn’t help the blush from forming.
Kim Namjoon was your first kiss. And it wasn’t a dream.
You tried to get his attention, but it was no use as he moved back and forth. Finally, you decided to just move to him, hugging him and catching him off guard. When he stopped pacing, you looked up at him, arms still around his middle.
“It’s okay.” You smiled up at him before moving away quickly, your own embarrassment catching up to you as you began to fluff the pillows on the couch and move the snacks around as you waited for the others to be done.
Namjoon couldn’t help but to blush as well, smiling down at you as he moved to grab his phone for the live. He set it up on the entertainment center across from the couch, leaning it up against the television. They hadn’t wanted to bother Sejin for his phone stand, so they went with this.
By the time everyone was done and ready, the blush on your cheeks had barely gone away, alerting everyone to your own feelings.
“What happened baby?” Jimin had smirked your direction, his tone light and teasing as he leaned on the couch.
“I uh- I kissed her.” Namjoon blurted out, making your entire bond group gawk at the tall man. Taehyung couldn’t help but to start clapping.
“Wow, Joonie! Didn’t think you had it in you.” The boys began to tease their mate, each of them getting their fill before the camera turned on and the live started.
You were sitting in the kitchen at first, your own little plate of snacks on the table as you watched them do their live from your phone, wanting to read the comments. You listened to them joke around and thank Army before the comments turned to you.
“Is Y/n okay?”
“What happened to Y/n before the show started?”
“Did Y/n almost get kicked out?”
You turned your head after a couple comments, wanting to know if the boys had seen them or not. By the way Jimin and Jungkook, who both had their own phones out for the live, turned to the others and whispered or pointed, you knew they had.
“Is Y/n okay?” Namjoon read the comment aloud, turning to Jin before answering.
“Y/n is fine, everybody. There was an incident before the show started, but everything was handled pretty quickly.” Namjoon did his best to respond in a way that didn’t explain what happened but let everyone watching know that it was settled.
“She is actually here now, watching the live as well.” Namjoon added on at the end, wanting to ensure army that you really were okay. They all were happy for how concerned their fans were for you, it made their hearts swell even larger for army.
He gestured for you to come over, much to your own contented feelings for where you were sitting. Seeing your hesitation, Jimin spoke to the camera, “Be right back army!” before moving over to where you were, placing his arms on either side of you and caging you in against the table.
“Baby girl. You don’t have to come over, but it would ease the worry and concern that army have for you. If you don’t want to, you don’t, you can always just shout out that you are okay and that everything is fine.” Jimin whispered to, remembering the conversation you had with them about being in front of the camera.
You looked over to where the boys were, trying to chat and joke around while waiting to see if you would come over. You could see them glancing over every now and then.
You knew you would probably be brought into a vilve at some point, and figure now was as good a time as any to do it. You were a part of BTS whether you liked it or not, and this was a part of the territory.
“Okay.” You whisper back, looking up at Jimin as he began to grin down at you, placing a quick kiss on your lips before moving back, winking at you and bringing you over to where Jungkook and Jin had made space for you to sit.
You felt awkward, wondering how the boys did this all the time as you relaxed into the couch. Jin and Jungkook both put an arm behind you, Jin rubbing his hand in small circles on your back.
“Army, this is our final soulmate, Y/n. Please love her like you love us.” Hobi spoke up, large smile on his lips as he gestured to you, making you smile back and wave shyly at the camera.
“Hello Army. Thank you for your concern. I am doing okay.” You answer the previously asked question, not knowing what else to say. Taehyung, thankfully, saved you from further embarrassment as he shouted out “Yoongi, marry me!”
The rest of the live turned out better than you thought. There were not many questions aimed your way, but you shared that your favorite color was blue, you were from California, and that your ult kpop groups were BTS (of course), Ateez, Iz*one, and Twice, but that you also listened to others as well.
The boys also learned something new, not even realizing that you listened to other groups besides them. They had gotten a little jealous that you liked another kpop boy group, but would wait until later to tease you.
The night ended with plenty more kisses and cuddles after the live ended, discussions of how the week would look, and falling asleep in each other’s arms as you squeezed in together on Jin and Yoongi’s bed.
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modern-ish things i would show the gow characters:
Kratos:
- coffee
- recliner chairs
- grilling + barbecues
- bisexuality
- cats as household pets
Atreus:
- Jurassic Park
- redbull
- National Geographic documentaries
- converse
- tech decks + beyblades
Mimir:
- wine-tasting
- cardigans
- ‘Stayin’ Alive’ by Bee Gees
- sleepy time tea
- Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, and Family Feud
Angrboda:
- PINTEREST
- fuzzy sweaters + socks
- cottagecore
- digital art
- these fucking cookies ⬇️
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brok:
- pick-up trucks
- ‘Hard to Handle’ by the Black Crowes
- flannels
- garfield
- cigarettes
sindri:
- anxiety/OCD medication 🙏‼️
- Elliott Smith
- photography (he would enjoy wearing a polaroid camera around his neck and taking photos of flowers)
- hand sanitizer
- doc martens (the mary janes)
Freya
- goth fashion and music (someone take her to a goth club PLEASE)
- lesbianism
-thrift shops
-Shelley Duvall movies
- Lorde
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What do you think the bachelors/ bachelorettes of SDV/SVE would do on their first date with farmer? Will they go cheesy and give them a bouquet of flowers straight at the farmer's doorstep, or just bring over takeaway pizzas and talk the night away?
I think that (obviously) Elliot will most definitely be the cheesy one but who am I to deny a hopeless romantic <3
Heh 😄 When I read the question, the first thought was that Elliott would be the most cheesiest (does this word even exist in English? I hope so). And then I saw that you, dear anon, also think that 🤝 Although many other bachelors and bachelorettes can compete with Elliott for the title of "the cheesiest bachelor in the Valley". Anyway, thanks for your ask, and enjoy!
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Bachelors:
Harvey:
Harvey decided that the classics would never fail, so he was already waiting for the Farmer on their doorstep with a bouquet of flowers and in formal clothes. He booked a table for two at a decent restaurant in Zuzu City. Like a real gentleman, Harvey will pull up their chair, open the doors, and will always be there if the Farmer needs anything. Harvey is worried that he will quickly bore the Farmer by all this, but immediately relaxes when the Farmer kisses him and thanks him for the wonderful date.
Elliott:
An ironed suit, a bouquet of Farmer's favorite flowers, a table booked separately at the Saloon, live music, prepared poetry - everything must be perfect! And although Elliott tried not to lose himself, his partner could see how nervous he was that something would go wrong. But the Farmer calmed him down with one kiss and they said he did a great job. While the waiters carried gourmet meals and a bottle of red wine, they both enjoyed each other's company (just like in those sappy romances). A hopeless romantic, indeed!
Sam:
Pizza at the Saloon and co-op arcade games are sacred to Sam, so if the Farmer likes that too, then their date will definitely be there. There is everything for a great evening (plus no need to wear formal clothes). The jokes when they both finally won Journey of The Prairie King, the smell of freshly baked pizza, the laughter of his love - Sam couldn't have imagined a better date. Or he can come to you with ordered snacks and a favorite game right at home! Your choice, sweetheart.
Shane:
Shane is also not a big fan of formal wear and noisy restaurants with table etiquette, so on their first date he will take the Farmer to a 'Tunnelers' match, and then they will walk around other parts of Zuzu City. Shane doesn't care too much where the two of them will take next: a cozy cafe, an amusement park, or just a walk around the city. The constant chatter and jokes that he and the Farmer exchange, make Shane's evening unforgettable (in a good way, of course).
Sebastian:
Restaurants and other places for dates are always crowded with people, among which Sebastian feels uncomfortable. Therefore, a trip on his motorcycle is ideal for him and the Farmer. They will drive around the Valley, in the Zuzu city, in other places where this couple in love wants to. When the Farmer wants to stop at a small cafe or an amusement park, Sebby will leave his iron horse in the parking lot and they both will go to eat and rest a little. When dusk falls, a romantic motorcycle ride will be especially beautiful.
Alex:
Depending on the Farmer, there are two options where Alex arranges their date: either it will be at the stadium where they both watch gridball, or it will be a dinner for two at the Saloon. Alex can be very romantic, so don't let a date at the Saloon with live music surprise the Farmer. If this happens in the summer, then Alex will arrange a picnic for the two of them on the beach, with a beautiful view of the sea and a colorful sunset.
Magnus:
A date in nature, a date in nature! He will show to the Farmer the most beautiful and hidden parts of the forest, untouched by human activity. A small picnic on the grass, a waterfall roars nearby, fireflies illuminate the area instead of lanterns and sing their little song, the aroma of flowers and forest freshness - Magnus can easily surpass Elliott with romantic evening!
Victor:
Victor, like a gentleman, will come to the date with a bouquet of flowers and a box of chocolates. The Farmer, one might say, guessed this little gifts, because Victor before their date carefully tried to find out if they were allergic to roses or milk chocolate. The poor thing was so nervous, afraid to ruin the date before it even started. But thanks to his efforts, everything went as well and safely as possible, and also very romantic!
Lance:
Oh, this gallant adventurer will turn on the real romance mode! There won't be an ounce of dating worries on his face, because he has already planned to teleport the Farmer to different parts of the world, where he will show them the most beautiful places and seduce the Farmer. Lance has quite a lot of experience in planning dates, so he will find something to surprise the Farmer. Not so cheesy, but still very charming and romantic.
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Bachelorettes:
Maru:
Maru will offer to have a date at her house, where she and the Farmer will lie on the couch and watch some science fiction movie. Later, when evening comes, she will invite them to the courtyard, where she has prepared a telescope to view the meteor shower. It was no coincidence that she chose this particular day for the first date, the weather promised to be clear today - ideal for a romantic view of the night sky.
Abigail:
Abigail and Farmer's first date is very unusual: they both go to the mines in search of gems. Of course, they will both be at the very first levels, where there are the fewest monsters, and the weakest. Abigail along with the Farmer admire the cool views underground, find a bunch of topazes and amethysts, from which Abby will make a homemade bracelet for herself and the Farmer. After the date, they do not take them off until now.
Penny:
If the first date is at the Farmer's house or it's a picnic in the woods, then Penny will bring her 'famous' chili and a couple of other dishes that she cooked according to her own recipe so that you both will not be hungry. Aside from the chili, her muffins and sandwiches turned out really well. And so, a quiet and good pastime will be provided, and no chili will spoil the date.
Emily:
Wherever they both go on a date, Emily will give the Farmer a small gem, specially selected for the Farmer according to their character, date of birth, and so on. She believes that the magical property of the gem will protect her lover from negative energy, plus it suits the Farmer's eyes very well. So, the Farmer and she are protected, now you can go on a date!
Haley:
On their date, Haley will take the Farmer to Zuzu City to a huge mall where they will spend half a day shopping. Haley mostly looks at things for the Farmer and pays for the purchases because people have to indulge sometimes, don't they? Both of them will spend the rest of the day at a sushi bar, chatting and eating delicious maki rolls, and then walk through the city park under the stars before returning, tired but satisfied, to Stardew Valley.
Leah:
The first date in nature is a must. Leah has prepared a couple of healthy snacks and will bring her sketchbook to show the Farmer her future projects. Maybe later, if the two of them had plenty of energy, they could go on a mushroom hunt. It will be quite romantic to cook a stew from the mushrooms Leah and the Farmer found, and later enjoy a meal to the sounds of a river flowing nearby and in the light of the full moon.
Sophia:
Sophia will bring a backpack with her on their first date, filled with various sweets and snacks. She often craves something tasty, and wants the Farmer to try it too. Maybe for someone this is not a significant thing, but Sophia will forever remember that moment on their date, where they both just sat on the bench and ate snacks. The pink-haired girl will giggle for a long time at how the Farmer and she made funny faces after very spicy tteokbokki, or competed to blow the biggest chewing gum bubble.
Claire:
Claire is physically and emotionally tired for most of the week, so she'll be overjoyed if the Farmer happily agrees to have a date at her house. Of course, she's a little worried that there's not much to do in her little cottage, but the Farmer will find a couple of old melodramas and thrillers that they'll want to watch with Claire. She makes tea and bruschetta for the movie marathon, and the Farmer prepares the tapes. Good night, loved one and hot tea, what could be more beautiful?
Olivia:
A luxurious restaurant, an opera in an theater, an exhibition of fine arts, a wine and cheese tasting at a winery - Olivia has exquisite taste in choosing a place for a first date. Moreover, she will not forget about her Farmer and organize it so that her partner is comfortable and fun. For example, if the Farmer feels uncomfortable in the crowd, she will arrange a private wine tasting for the two of them, and so on. This madam is not shy about luxury, but also will not mind a more modest date. Just like in the novel that she recently read, ah!
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DALLAS LIU SEES YOUR TIKTOK THIRST-TRAP EDITS OF HIM
Dallas Liu may be playing the Zuko in Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender, but you won’t catch him with the Fire Nation prince’s restrictive, gravity-defying ponytail in real life. 
“I would never, ever out of my own personal choice rock the ponytail. It’s a haircut that not even cosplayers are willing to take on,” he tells NYLON. “I can gladly say that I would not recommend it to anyone.” But the 22-year-old actor does admit to what fans of the original animated series have known since the show debuted back in 2015: “The ponytail does look super badass on screen.”
Liu says he knew the challenge of bringing such a beloved character to life, but not only did he grow up watching the animated series and loving the Fire Nation prince for his fierce loyalty, but the show inspired him to start practicing martial arts. Ahead, Liu takes on the NYLON 19, revealing his thoughts on ghosts (or “spirits,” as he prefers to call them), TikTok thirst-trap edits of himself, and more.
1. WHAT’S YOUR ASTROLOGICAL SIGN (AND DO YOU BELIEVE IN IT)?
I am a Leo! Unfortunately, I don’t believe in it because of my experience meeting people with the same birthday, but us being different personality-wise.
2. DO YOU BELIEVE IN GHOSTS (AND HAVE YOU EVER SEEN ONE)?
Yes, most definitely. Although I think the word “spirits” would be a better way to define it. I’ve never seen one — thank God — but I have felt uneasy in very old hotels or rooms that have a very long history.
3. WHO WOULD BE THE THREE HEADLINERS OF THE MUSIC FESTIVAL OF YOUR DREAMS?
Dominic Fike, Beach House, and Sade.
4. WHAT'S A BAD HABIT OF YOURS THAT YOU'VE BEEN MEANING TO FIX?
Honestly, I’m so bad at parking my car. Not that I’m bad at driving, but when it comes to parallel parking or even in a parking lot, I don’t put much thought into it.
5. WHAT WAS THE LAST INTERNET RABBIT HOLE YOU WENT DOWN?
I spend too many nights doom-scrolling on Instagram or TikTok, but it was probably a compilation of Avatar: The Last Airbender lore.
6. DESCRIBE YOUR WORST DATE IN THREE WORDS OR PHRASES.
Short, McDonald’s, Black Ice Car Freshener
7. WHAT WAS THE LAST DM YOU RECEIVED?
My friend sent me a TikTok thirst-trap edit of myself this morning which was interesting.
8. IF YOU COULD BE IN ANY MUSIC VIDEO, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
I would have to say either the music video for Bow Wow’s “Let Me Hold You” or Chris Brown’s “Yo (Excuse Me Miss)” just because the music videos in the ‘00s were just built differently.
9. WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST CONCERT, AND WHAT ARE YOUR MEMORIES OF IT?
Daniel Caesar performing in LA for his Case Study 01: Tour. It was my first one, so I remember everything about it. At the time, he was taking the music industry by storm and I was a major fan, so that concert was everything to me. I also was introduced to how much of a different experience listening to live music is.
10. WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE AS A KID?
The Polar Express.
11. WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE MEME/INTERNET JOKE AND WHY?
The personality that comes with wearing a fedora. It’s always funny to me and forever will be. Maybe one day I’d get to play a character that wears a fedora. Maybe Zuko.
12. WHAT'S YOUR GO-TO BREAKUP SONG?
“I Gotta Find Peace of Mind” by Lauryn Hill.
13. WHAT IS ONE THING EVERYONE SHOULD BUY THAT IS UNDER $10?
A sweet latte with oat milk from Blue Bottle. A must. Just try it. It’s so good. I could live off of it.
14. WHAT PIECE OF CLOTHING FROM HIGH SCHOOL DO YOU WISH YOU KEPT?
My vintage Green Day shirt. It had the perfect shade of a faded black and the fit of it was immaculate.
15. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PAIR OF SHOES THAT YOU OWN, AND WHY?
Military boots because they look the coolest.
16. WHAT IS YOUR GO-TO SAD SONG?
Anything by Elliott Smith or Duster.
17. WHAT REALITY SHOW WOULD YOU MOST LIKE TO APPEAR ON?
Love Island UK.
18. WHAT IS YOUR BEST BEAUTY TIP OR TRICK?
Korean skincare products.
19. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FAST-FOOD PLACE, AND WHAT’S YOUR ORDER?
Wingstop: four lemon pepper classic and four original hot classic, all flats. Lemon pepper seasoned fries cooked well done. A side of ranch and bleu cheese. Root beer.
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INTRO!
slightly updated...
im percy! (i didnt like the last one so yay!)
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- im a minor (any1 can interact tho! js dont b weird), i use he/they pronouns, and i have autism! :3
tone tags would be appreciated but arent really necessary (theres a list below)
(more abt me under the cut! <3)
dni if : racist, transphobic, homophobic, zionist, terf, etc..
this blog supports palestine!
hyperfixations + fandoms : stranger things, spider-man, octonauts, gilmore girls, south park, the last of us 1 + 2, do revenge, percy jackson and the olympians, maya higa, brittany broski, heart stopper, once upon a time, fnaf, the owl house, fallout, stardew valley
ships : ronance, elmax, lumax, byler, percabeth, rory x logan, rory x paris, nharlie (is that what ppl r still calling it..), swanqueen
music : maya hawke, mitski, taylor swift, coma cinema, pacing, the pixies, olivia rodrigo, laufey, chet baker, the cranberries, fleet wood mac, the carpenters, the beatles, sam phillips, elliott smith, the smiths, boygenius, lucy dacus, phoebe bridgers, indigo de souza, hozier, will wood, renee rapp (js to name a few..)
i write a little too! this is my ao3 :3
im an age regressor but this blog isnt really for that.. @neighborhood-spider is my blog for that stuff, its also just a side blog thats way more put together than this one (but i dont really use it as much as i would like to)
i mainly write about ronance and nancy wheeler because those are like my biggest hyperfixations..
tone tags ;
/! = Excited
/a = Alterous
/ao = An order
/av = A vent
/ay = At you
/br = Bragging (also see: /fx)
/c = Copypasta
/calm = Calm or calmly
/cb = Clickbait
/cel = Celebratory
/ci = caring intent
/co or /cf = Comforting
/curi = Curious/curiously
/f = Fake
/fam = Familial
/fl = Flirting
/fx = Flex (also see: /br)
/g or /gen = Genuine
/gentle = Gentle/gently
/gq or /genq = Genuine question
/gs or /gens = Genuine suggestion
/hj = Half joking
/hyp = Hyperbole
/info = Information or informing
/irre = Irrelevant
/j = Joke or joking
/jk = Just kidding
/jw = Just wondering
/lh = Light hearted
/li = Literally
/l or /ly or /lyr = Lyrics
/lu = Little upset
/m = Metaphorically/metaphor
/nabr = Not a brag (also see: /nafx)
/nfl = Not flirting
/nafx = Not a flex (also see: /nabr)
/nao = Not an order
/naq = Not a question (also see: /st or /state)
/nav = Not a vent
/nay = Not at you
/nbh = Nobody here
/nbr = Not being rude
/neg or /nc = Negative connotation
/neu = Neutral connotation
/nf = Not forcing
/nfl = Not flirting
/nm = Not mad
/nmay = “Not mad at you’”
/npa = Not passive aggressive
/nsb = Not subtweeting
/nsrs = Not serious
/nsx or /nx = Nonsexual or not sexual intent
/ny = Not yelling
/ot = Off topic
/p = Platonic
/pa = Passive aggressive
/para = Paraphrase
/pf = Playful
/pos or /pc = Positive connotation
/q = Quote
/qp = Queerplatonic
/r = Romantic
/rh or /rt = Rhetorical question
/s or /sarc = Sarcastic/sarcastically
/sbh = Somebody here
/sbtw = Subtweeting
/srs = Serious
/st or /state = Statement (also see: /naq)
/sx or /x = Sexual intent
/t = Teasing
/tan = Tangent
/th = Threat
/tic = Tic, something typed out that due to being a tic
/ts = To self
/u = Upset
/unin = Unintentional
/unre = Unrelated
/vu = Very upset
/w = Warm/warmth
/sys = not directed or about anyone outside of the system
/wp = wrong proxy
/iw = innerworld
/hs = headspace
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xxsl3nderm4nslutxx · 4 months
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yo my namez troy dis is my blog
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i post poamz thoughts n picz of me when i aint
lookin like total shit
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u will prob like my blog if ur into creepypasta poems emo fashion n music and if u like bands like taking back sunday tfb the cure la dispute blink-182 icp the offspring simple plan msi the used three days grace second hand serenade old panic n fob mcr blackcat manor elliott smith sum 41 get scared linkin park hollywood undead n more shi like that
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other socialz I have:
YouTube
SpaceHey
TikTok
(i’ll add more)
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Review: You should be watching Rational Creatures.
Persuasion has always been my favorite novel by Jane Austen. Sadly, there was no Persuasion in the wave of YouTube modern adaptations that started a decade ago with the Lizzie Bennet Diaries. Not only did adaptions of Emma (Approved) follow, there were two adaptations of Northanger Abbey (Northbound and The Cate Moreland Chronicles) and an attempt at the unfinished Sanditon, well before it became a PBS series. Mansfield Park became From Mansfield With Love, the very best adaption of Austen’s least popular novel. I kept thinking Persuasion would be next. But after a few years, the YouTube literary adaptation had lost its bloom.
Rational Creatures  debuted in 2019. Its slightly minimalist aesthetic beautifully captures the tight plotting and the melancholy tone of the original novel. The short episodes sometimes feature more meaningful glances underscored with music than actual dialogue. The series is shot as a film rather than a vlog. This makes it possible to more subtly suggest the inner lives of Ana Elías (a Latina Anne Elliott) and Fred Wentworth, who fell in love as teenagers but parted badly. She went to college, he became a famous travel blogger. Ana’s high school YouTube videos provide flashbacks of their relationship and feel appropriately old-fashioned.
The changes to adapt Persuasion to modern times are deftly handled, and the acting across the cast is uniformly compelling. The circle of friends that Fred returns to after many years of travel is queer and bisexual, and thus genders of characters have been changed. Louisa Musgrove is Louis, and Ana’s sister is married, but to a wife not a husband. Missing characters and other details from the novel show up in stray references, inside jokes for those familiar with the original source material. The writing for the remaining characters is perhaps kinder to them than Austen’s often biting satire, though without them losing their core features. Louis, in particular, has a notable new depth as does Ben (Captain Benwick). Fred is not simply a modern version of Austen’s conquering naval hero. He is someone who has traveled the world but finds himself strangely stuck and unhappy. It’s heartening that Ana is not the only one with lingering feelings from their ended relationship and a sense that her life is not going anywhere.
The first season of Rational Creatures had thousands of viewers. Although crowd funding subsidized season two, the pandemic hit, making production impossible. Three long years later, the series has resumed, like Anne and Captain Wentworth’s relationship, finally fulfilling its original promise. Yet sadly, while Netflix’s ridiculously terrible Persuasion generated international attention, a smaller number of viewers are enjoying seeing the YouTube rendition play out. I imagine that they, like the makers of Rational Creatures, are the best company: clever, well-informed people, who have a great deal of conversation. You should join them.
Creators of Rational Creatures: Ayelen Barrios Ruiz Pagano, Hazel Jeffs, Jessamyn Leigh, and Anya Steiner.
Above: Ben (Benjamin Mills) and Louis (Derek Quesada); Ana (Kristina Pupo) and Fred (Peter Giessl).
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Joe Elliott of Def Leppard - Petco Park; San Diego, CA (8-28-22). @DefLeppard @_Joelliott_ 
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Tagged by @mydoctor Thanks
Rules: list your ten favorite albums of all time and tag ten people to list theirs!
When it comes to music I would usually see a meme like this and start thinking of all the ways I could wax eloquently abt my favorite albums, but I am currently depleted of my ability to write atm bc i am mentally maxed out due to school, so here have the short version in no particular order.
The Black Parade by My Chemical Romance. Fell in love with mcr the first time I saw them singing 'I'm not okay' on mtv2, but it wasn't really until Black Parade that I loved every song on one of their albums. I don't skip a single one when I listen to this.
The Archandroid by Janelle Monae. Love Janelle's older stuff more than her newer music with this album at the top. It's just a mixture of exactly what I like. Weird, quirky, and profound all at the same time.
Figure 8 by Elliott Smith. This album has always been great writing inspiration for me. His music, but this album in particular, appears on many of my mental and also actual playlists for my blorbos.
Little Plastic Castle by Ani DiFranco. When I was 18, I saw this album ranked as one to buy by some music magazine and so when I saw it a few months later at a CD store in the mall (remember those? or maybe you don't, you're all probably younger than me) I bought it on a whim. It was a good buy from my many MANY impulsive music buys over the years, bc it started my love for Ani's music. It was also my first foray into music that was somewhat against my upbringing ie conservative evangelical christian. Since then, I've seen Ani 6 times in concert and it's always been a good show.
Feel Good by The Internet. This is just the type of R&B that I love. Like Janelle Monae, it's a little strange with 8-minute-long songs that take twists and turns until they eventually morph into a completely different song, but it's an album I can play from start to finish.
When the Pawn ... by Fiona Apple. One of the few albums I wish I could get on vinyl but it's just way too expensive to justify spending on something i could easily listen to on the CD I bought ages ago (or more likely listening to on spotify). This album has been there for me at my lowest. Sometimes hearing someone else sing about bad breakups and being angry and sad over someone who hurt you, helps you cope with all the times you've had a fight with your SO or had a friend who ghosted you.
The Suburbs by Arcade Fire. Really sad that Win Butler turned out to be a garbage human bc I love this album, but find it hard to listen to now, knowing the band's lead singer is awful. There were other ppl in the band tho (a lot actually, it's a big band) so I figure I'll still add this album to my list for them and to be honest to myself.
Apollo 18 by They Might Be Giants. Flood was the first album I bought by tmbg, but Apollo 18 is the album I can listen to all the way through with the song Narrow Your Eyes being my fav. Considering how weird their music can get, Narrow Your Eyes is a pretty straightforward break-up song on an album that also contains songs like The Statue Got Me High and Hall of Heads.
The Con by Tegan and Sara. Call It Off is one of my most played songs ever, but this whole album is good and was my introduction to them. This was one of the last CDs I actually bought before I started just downloading everything with iTunes and then eventually moving on over to Spotify and buying vinyl.
Blackout by Britney Spears. Good for working out to when I used to work out and I just really love the song Heaven on Earth.
Honorable Mentions: Exile in Guyville by Liz Phair, Bionic by Christina Aguilera, Absolution by Muse, OK Computer by Radiohead, Same Trailer Different Park by Kacey Musgraves, Hounds of Love by Kate Bush, Titanic Rising by Weyes Blood, and Actor by St. Vincent
I tag: @trashangel-dee @alphamano @bethanyactually @ladybender @selkiestorytelleracademia @theangrypomeranian @vanessarama @leaving-a-comment and @dj-osha
And anyone else who would like to do this. Even if we're not mutuals go ahead and tag me. I'm always interested in seeing others' musical tastes.
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darya can you give me some soft song suggestions?? 👀
Boy, can I??
Okay, SO! This is a bit of a mix of genres/vibes I suppose, to give it a bit of variety. Also it's highly biased list since these are quite literally some of my all time favourites ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ (blue for my mostest beloveds!)
(cut here because i don't wanna spam people's dash. It's so longggg omgiapologiseoop-)
Indie / Pop vibes (aka more on the mainstream artists spectrum):
Cigarettes After Sex - Sweet ; K
Billie Eilish - i love you ; everything i wanted
Rex Orange County - Untitled ; Happiness
Bon Iver - Flume ; Holocene ; Wash (he's one of my top 3 artists of all time omg i love him so much everything he does is perfect 💙 also a certain someone has cited him as an influence... :::) )
Ry X - Sweat ; Only
Cuco - Hydrocodone ; Amor de Siempre (my beloved chicano 💙 - lofi pop vibes)
Joji - Glimpse of Us ; Ew ; Like You Do (i would give up my kidneys for him)
Frank Ocean - Pink + White (maybe not super singing-friendly but I had to include him) ; Bad Religion (not exactly soft per-se but it's beautifully heartbreaking)
Bright Eyes - Lime Tree ; Lua
Jake Bugg - Love, Hope and Misery
Owl City - Vanilla Twilight
Rock / Metal / Alt vibes (i'm leaving a million bands out because otherwise this would just be my depression list... I listen to a lot of sad/angsty stuff lol)
All Time Low - Therapy ; Somewhere in Neverland (there's an acoustic version of it!)
Being As An Ocean - Dissolve
Bring Me The Horizon - Deathbeads ; Follow You
Crown The Empire - Millennia ; Lead Me Out Of The Dark ; For Days
Dayshell - A Waste Of Space
Linkin Park - Iridescent ; The Messenger (just typing this already broke my heart)
Of Mice & Men - Space Enough To Grow
Our Last Night - Falling Away
Panic! At The Disco - Northern Downpour ; She Had The World ; The End Of All Things (i am a panic girlie what can i say)
Parachute - Kiss Me Slowly (the cutest love song ever omg)
Plain White Ts - 1, 2, 3, 4 ; Hey There Delilah (sure it's mainstream but whatever it's beautiful)
Pierce The Veil - I'm Low On Gas (...) ; She Makes Dirty Words Sound Pretty
Queen - Love Of My Life (this one is a must ugh the cutesttt)
Real Friends - I've Given Up On You (my heartbreak song lmaoo) ; Sixteen
Red - Nothing and Everything ; Of These Chains (these are sad and emotionally heavy btw. one of my all time favourite bands everyone should listen to them more)
Seahaven - Honey Bee ; Silhouette
Sleeping With Sirens - Don't Fall Asleep At The Helm ; 2 Chord
Eepie Voucher - Drag Me Under ; Telomeres ; Give ; Shelter (i know it's unnecessary but!!! Oh well)
The Story So Far - Navy Blue ; Phantom
Twenty One Pilots - The Hype (specifically the Locations - Berlin version) ; Truce
Vinyl Theatre - Thank You For The Good Times ; Speak My Mind (it has soft vibes, you'll get it if you listen. They are crazy good and criminally underrated)
Random Songs that I just remembered lmao:
The Beatles - Yesterday
Maroon 5 - She Will Be Loved
Goo Goo Dolls - Iris (SWS covered it and I love that version so so much)
Joe Brooks - Superman
Iron & Wine - Flightless Bird, American Mouth
Elliott Smith - Between The Bars
Terrenoire - Jusqu'à Mon Dernier Souffle (my fav frenchies)
Over The Garden Wall - Send Me A Peach (i sing this song at least once a day 🥺)
Kermit The Frog - Rainbow Connection (lmao i knowwww but this is one of my all time favourite songs hahaha it makes me so happy and soft and yeah 🥺🌈)
Baby I'm so sorry for the never ending list. I literally just scrolled through my music player curating songs. And I know I'm forgetting a million other songs but OH WELL 🥺💙💚
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stardewremixed · 2 years
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Where would the villagers go on vacation?
Haley - Paris
Harvey - Air and Space Museum
Caroline - zen yoga retreat
Pierre - small business association training
Willy - Caribbean Sea
Alex - gridball camp
Shane - would sleep through the entire week
Abigail - ComicCon
Sam- international music festival
Sebastian - Japanese countryside during the Sakura festival
Lewis- Madame Tussards House of Wax
Elliott - New York public library and a Broadway show
Emily - India during Holi
Leah - Rocky Mountain National Park
Maru - NASA
Penny - Shakespeare Tour in England
Morris - Joja Corp HQ for training
Demetrius- United States Botanical Gardens
Linus - why would he leave the Mountain?
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iloveamagician · 8 months
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OH, DISMEMBERMENT PLAN...
what an insane band name, when I first started listening to them, I had no idea what "to dismember" meant, I only looked up the dictionary definition after seeing people's reactions such as "????????" and "the WHAT plan????!!!!", when they had been recommended the band. It happens. I feel it belongs to the experience of people who aren't native speakers of English, yet they've grown up surrounded by music in the language. Music comes first, lyrics second, meaning... third??
I still have a clear memory of ten-year-old me memorizing all the lyrics to my favorite Linkin Park songs. While I recognized some of the words I was singing along to, I wasn't able to decipher their meanings and wasn't even trying to. That band was my first real obsession. Hyperfixation, perhaps. They were the music I would play when I was given access to youtube on the family computer. Turns out I didn't get to grow up to be the person who gets the aux. In my teenage years I went through so many more music phases, a journey I'd love to discover in better detail across many more posts in the future. There was my metal phase with a milion subphases within it (since there is probably more subgenres than bands), then a prog and alt rock phase, then in the summer of 2019 a friend introduced me — 16 year old, coming to terms with their newly discovered queer identity — to car seat headrest, which swept me like an ocean wave and irreversibly changed my music taste and also me as a person.
The world of indie music opened itself to me, so many new artists, bands, but more importantly specific albums by those artists, dc snuff film/waste yrself, the glow pt. 2, itaots, souvlaki... all the classics, but none of them had a hold on me as strong as Twin Fantasy by CSH, Come In by Weatherday, Funeral by Arcade Fire, YWNKW by Sweet Trip, and – well, my Elliott Smith obsession was yet to come but we can count XO in there too. But in the midst of all these albums, you could find Emergency & I, a record that I enjoyed when I first listened to it, I didn't really think much of it, but I really felt the need to return to it. And then again and again, I best enjoyed the fun, most standard songs, What Do You Want Me To Say and Gyroscope, I loved hearing the small weird details in them, the time signatures, the mindblowing drumming... the album didn't mean a lot to me at first. I was still 17 when I first heard it, I needed to grow into it.
A year later I got into a long distance relationship, I started university, I moved from my small town to a big city. And it sucked, I wasn't really able to make any friends, I couldn't handle the pressure of schoolwork, my depression got much worse, my adhd meds weren't really doing anything, at some point I stopped leaving my dorm room and I ended up sinking into a deep metaphorical pit and eventually dropping out after four months. Fun stuff. The reason why I am mentioning all this is that there is a strong correlation between my music journey and my life journey. And Emergency & I is the college age young adult album. There is so much loneliness packed into it but it's not exactly sad or depressing. This album can be kind of laid back, or extremely anxious, it can be very nihilistic and dystopian, it can be very fun or it can completely rip your heart out, it can make you think "yeah I do know these people", it can be very silly and the next second it throws the most poetic and beautiful words at you that fill your heart and head with an abundance of images and feelings. And it gets better the more you grow into it and the more you relate to it, and even if you don't relate to everything, the songwriting and storytelling is so perfect and emotionally intense that it will rip its claws into you and never let you go.
In the last year and a half I've managed to get myself into a much better place in terms of mental health and academic success. I started studying again, this time a subject I love (languages), I found some amazing friends, the long distance relationship has turned into a less distance relationship and we see each other relatively often and things are going great and I finally realized that Emergency & I is the best album ever made. Because even when everything is going great, maintaining all those parts of my life is not easy at all and this album knows it too well. Okay, maybe it is not the best album ever made, but it is the best album for me. At this stage of my life.
But do I claim that after over three years, I understand the meaning of this album perfectly? Not really. Well, I bet not even Travis Morrison does, because how could he have predicted the intensity of the feelings I go through each time I listen to the album, or the impossible to fill void that appears inside of my chest after the final track ends, making me long for more of those feelings but also making me sad becuase there is nothing else quite like E&I...
And, you know, maybe I was wrong and the song meaning does not come third. Maybe the first time you listen to a song, it already means something to you. Maybe that is why I was drawn back to the album. Each time I listen to it I am a different person. And the songs mean different things. Of course I understand more of the song lyrics the more I read them and listen to them and analyze them but words can only go so far in terms of meaning. The band created the songs with certain ideas in their heads but those ideas have been transformed so many times, from their minds through their instruments, on paper, to the recordings, the masters, and then to the ears and minds of thousands of people, through different mediums, through different means of discovery. Songs mean different things to you when a friend recommends them to you or when you find them on your own, even before you listen to them. And I am not even mentioning live performances where your body vibrates with the music and the room and the songs are changed ever so slightly each time. Nobody experiences music the same way.
And I could talk for hours about what exactly the album means to me but I cannot and also do not want to fit all of it in one post. I want to dedicate a separate post to each of the songs on this album, which is one of the things my blog is going to be about, but I don't want to limit myself to being only a dismemberment plan fan, I want to document my music journey here, both by looking into the past and sharing my current favorites (for example get ready for a ton of weatherday posting this year). This post is just me speaking random sentences into the void, to prepare everyone for all of my future long posts, which are also going to be me ranting into the void, hoping things will end up making at least some sense to at least one of you (assuming somebody will read this, but I know this place is full of nerds just as obsessed with things as me (or even more, actually) so my chances aren't a complete zero).
tldr listen to dismemberment plan, it might change your life. I am not conscious enough to proofread. goodnight <3
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