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jackrrabbit · 4 years

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Clean /// Sakusa x f!Reader (18+)

Summary: [College dorm AU] Sakusa can’t stop thinking about you in the shower.

A/N: Indirectly inspired by @seita and @bakatenshii, who made me think about soap and Sakusa’s cum in conjunction…thanks guys :P

Tags/warnings: masturbation, mild cleanliness fetish if that’s a thing?, Sakusa wants you and is in deep denial about it

It’s not like he started doing it on purpose. Not at first.

On weekdays, you wake up at the same time that Sakusa gets back from the gym: 7 AM exactly. He timed it that way because they clean the dorm bathrooms at 6:30—they’re still revolting, but they can’t be as bad as the ones at the gym. He can avoid touching the stall walls if he has to, and…he has to. 7 is the perfect time—even the students with 8 AM class can’t be fucked to wake up that early, so he gets the row of mirrors and stalls to himself.

Except for you.

Your room is right next to the stairwell; when Sakusa jogs up the stairs (two at a time, blood still pumping from his workout even though the sweat is already cooling on his back) he can hear your alarm through the thin wall. Always 7 on the dot: your phone blares an obnoxiously loud ringtone, there’s a muffled protest from you and your roommate curses at you to turn that shit off, it’s seven fucking AM. By the time he’s standing at the bathroom sink brushing his teeth, you’re usually pushing through the door in your pajamas, holding your towel in one hand and rubbing your puffy eyes with the other.

So it’s not like Sakusa plans this. It’s a coincidence. Mostly.

“G’morning…Kiyoomi.” You interrupt yourself with a yawn in the middle of the sentence. Your voice sounds heavy with exhaustion and he wonders, not for the first time, why you bother waking up so early. You don’t seem like a morning person.

The toothbrush is still in Sakusa’s mouth, so he just nods to greet you. You smile sleepily and then bend down to reach your bathroom locker, and—fuck, fuck, you’re wearing the shorts again, the threadbare cotton ones you wear whenever the weather gets a little warmer. They’re thin (so thin he can see the high cut of your panties underneath when they’re stretched over your ass, not that he’s looking), and they’re short.

Do you know how much you’re showing off when you bend over like that to rummage through your locker? You’re basically showing your ass off, the smooth muscle of your thighs rising up into those perfect cheeks, and between them, the dingy cotton stretched tight over your mound—

He’s not looking. He shouldn’t be looking. Sakusa lowers his gaze in the mirror to spit the toothpaste into the sink.

“Hey, can I borrow some of that?”

You’re standing at his elbow now, blinking up at him. Pleading. When he wordlessly hands over the tube, you grin, eyes crinkling up at the corners like he just offered to take your hand in marriage rather than letting you have some toothpaste that he wasn’t going to miss anyway. “Thanks! You’re the best.”

You barely know him. Sakusa’s pretty sure that these early-morning bathroom encounters are the only times you two interact.

“How was your workout?” you ask when you’re done brushing your teeth.

Sakusa has to grip the edge of the counter to tear his eyes away from you when you spit it out—white foam dribbling out of your mouth and down your chin—but that’s beside the point. “It was fine.”

“Yeah? Did you run or go to the gym?”

“Gym.” Why are you so curious? You’re too friendly.

You hum appreciatively, rubbing foamy circles of cleanser into your skin. The smell of it is light—floral, but barely. Lavender, maybe. That’s step one of your morning skincare routine, which Sakusa’s pretty certain he knows as well as you do by now. Next will be toner, and then you’ll save the rest for after your shower—but before you reach for the next little bottle in the row you’ve lined up on the bathroom counter, you turn toward him. “I should get back on a regular gym schedule too. Maybe one day I’ll go with you?”

“If you can wake up that early.” The remark must come out harsher than Sakusa intended, because you raise your eyebrows and your mouth drops open—but a second later you’re smiling again, turning back to the mirror so you can pat the toner into your skin.

“You’re probably right. I don’t know how you wake up at six in the morning every day.”

5:45, he wants to correct. But if he keeps talking to you, you’re going to notice he’s staring. So he just finishes washing his face without answering, puts his stuff back into the locker, and makes his way over to the shower stalls, leaving you and the scent of lavender behind.

There are five stalls. All open, of course. Second from the left has the best water pressure, and the one on the far right has a removable shower head and heats up the quickest. But Sakusa chooses the middle stall. For no reason. Not because he knows exactly which stall you’re going to pick, and he wants to be sure he’s in the stall next to yours when you do. He takes his time—undresses slowly, folding his dirty gym clothes even though they’re going straight into the laundry; sets his shampoo and conditioner and body wash out on the bench in the order that he’s going to use them; turns the knob to just the right angle to get the right temperature and waits for it to heat up until he can see the steam saturating the air.

By the time Sakusa’s under the water, massaging shampoo through his hair and feeling the sweat slough off his skin along with the shower spray, you’re done with your pre-shower skincare, padding over from the sinks to the stalls and picking—predictably—the one next to his. He has to strain himself to hear it over the sound of splashing water but he does hear it: your cheap pink flip-flops slapping against the tile floor, the relieved yawn in your breath as you stretch (you always stretch) and the soft rustling of fabric as you take off your clothes and deposit them in a heap on the bench.

Sakusa tilts his head up into the shower spray and feels the stray drops clinging to his eyelashes and wonders how much he’d be able to see if the walls were made of glass.

Today is Wednesday, and that means you’re going to wash your hair today because you always wash it on Wednesdays. Sakusa can already smell the shampoo you use filtering into the air. What is it? Sharper and more bitter than mint, medicinal almost—he’s considered asking you a few times what it is, but he can’t figure out a way to phrase the question.

Hey, (Y/N), tell me what product you use to wash your hair. Ever since I started jacking off in the shower to you, I can’t get off unless I’m smelling it.

That probably wouldn’t go over well.

Fuck, he’s already hard. The heat of the shower is nothing compared to the heat of his blood pumping down to his cock. Sakusa rinses through his hair quickly, freeing up his hands so he can palm his shaft and give it a tentative stroke.

Through the shower wall you give a light, soft sigh of appreciation, and Sakusa feels his cock jump in his hand. You prefer your showers hotter than he does—white puffs of steam are rising up over the gap between the stall divider and the ceiling, and you always come out flushed. The heat must feel nice, hm? He can almost see you, standing naked under the shower head in just your stupid pink flip-flops, letting rivulets of water drip down from the crown of your head to flow lower…over your shoulders, your back, your tits; your fingers lathering the shampoo through your hair, soap bubbles washing the grease away from you, draining away yesterday’s grime so you’re all fresh and squeaky clean.

You sigh again, and your voice is pushing out behind the breath. A moan, almost. Do you ever touch yourself in the shower? He’d be a hypocrite to think you shouldn’t be able to take advantage of this rare moment of privacy…it’s so hard to get time to yourself in the dorms, he can sympathize… So maybe you let your hands dip lower while you wash, shift your thighs apart so you can fit your fingers between them. Pet that puffy little cunt, push your fingers inside, feel your slick wash off in the water just to be replaced with more.

Sakusa wraps his fingers around his cock and slides his hand up the shaft, moving slowly so he can savor the light friction. Your hands would be soft, wouldn’t they? Softer than his. You don’t have calluses like he does—all that lotion you use must be doing you some good. And your hands are a lot smaller than his are…you’d probably have trouble getting one hand all the way around. You’d have to use both hands to hold him, hold his cock and pump him, jack him off…

If your hands are too small for him, what about your mouth?

The shower is so warm and you’re so close. Sakusa closes his eyes so he can breathe in that sweet medicinal smell and imagine you in here with him.

Your mouth. Soft lips, no makeup, just your natural color dampened from the water and your spit and his precum, closed around him, stretched around him to accommodate for the mass of his cock sitting in your mouth. Little pink tongue flicking out to tease the tip, lapping flat at the underside and then kissing it. You’d be a tease, a fucking tease. Looking up at him with those eyes, batting your eyelashes over your dewy-wet cheeks as you try to swallow him a little deeper. He’d tangle his fingers around the back of your head, push the strands of wet hair away from your face, pull your mouth up and down on his cock while the water splashes down around the two of you—

There’s a click of a cap popping shut and your shoes smacking wetly against the floor while you reach over to grab another bottle. You’re humming to yourself—a song Sakusa’s heard on his friends’ playlists and at parties but he doesn’t know the lyrics. Sometimes you sing in the shower (always softly, under your breath, so quiet he’d barely be able to hear if he wasn’t listening) but today you just hum. Maybe you’d sing out loud if he wasn’t there?

You’re probably being considerate to him...you do seem like the type. After all, you must be as aware of his presence three feet away from you as he is of yours. You probably think about him in the shower too.

Sakusa’s hips buck forward, pushing his dick through his hand as he pumps it with no real technique or rhythm, just trying to match the pace of his breathing to what he can hear of yours. The heat of his impending climax is coiling low in his belly, even though it hasn’t been long—it never takes long when he’s thinking about you. You’ve practically become a part of his own morning routine, to the point where he couldn’t even get off when he went home for spring break a few weeks ago. When the two of you move out of the dorms and go your separate ways, it’s going to be annoying. He should really stop this, wean himself off you while he can…not that he really wants to.

Your voice isn’t bad when you sing, but it’d be a lot better moaning his name.

People fuck in the showers. Sakusa knows that, he’s heard them himself and always been acutely disgusted at the filth of it all. Dorm bathrooms are notoriously foul—there’s a reason people wear shoes when they’re showering, and the thought of people actually fucking in here makes his skin crawl. But with you? He can see it, he can feel it—the soft fat of your thighs in his hands, skin dimpling under his grip as he holds you up; your arms twisted around his neck hugging into him; the hot water streaming over both of your bodies as his cock slaps into your pussy, burying into that tight wet heat.

Sakusa grits his teeth to stifle a groan and wonders if you heard it, and then he’s feeling around for the memory of your sleepy “Good morning, Kiyoomi” and warping your voice in his mind until he can almost hear your lips wrapping around his name, panting it, whimpering it, choking it out between pleas for him to fuck you harder—Kiyoomi, please, fuck me fuck me just like that, fuck my little pussy til I can’t walk straight Kiyoomi I need you!

God, he wants to hear it, he wants to say your name, wants you to know he’s jacking off to you. Sakusa’s hand speeds up and his hips are thrusting into his fist, the water making wet clicking noises every time his cockhead moves up past his fingers as he imagines fucking you right here in this shower. He’d make you cum, make you clench and tighten around him, make you wake up the entire goddamn floor with your screaming, and—fuck, he’s mouthing out the syllables, and then he can hear his own voice out loud and he’s saying your name—

“K-Kiyoomi?”

Your actual voice—lifted, high and clear as a bell ringing even stifled by the stall and the rushing water hits Sakusa and he flinches—and cums, cock jerking under his grip as the sticky white fluid shoots out to coat his hand. It’s good, so good, so fucking good, you said his name, you said it, fucking perfect—the release passes over him so forcefully that he has to hold his breath to bite back the stuttered hiss of pleasure from deep in his throat.

“Kiyoomi?” you ask again from the other stall, voice uncertain. “Did you say my name? I thought I heard you…”

It takes him a long moment to catch his breath, and another to work up enough control to straighten and raise his hand to the spray, letting the cum wash off his skin and down the drain in cloudy white trickles. “I didn’t.”

“Oh, sorry! Guess I imagined it.” You’re back to your cheerful self, humming that brainless melody and soaping yourself up without a care in the world. So gullible. Like always. And it’s not like Sakusa wanted to get caught, but…he can’t help wondering what you’d do if you knew.

Maybe you’d hate him. Maybe you’d call him a creep, stop showering when he does, avoid his gaze when you pass each other in the halls.

Or maybe you’d be into it.

Sakusa finishes his shower at the same time you do, so he can catch you just as you step out of the stall. “Oh—“ you start, barely keeping yourself from bumping into his chest. “Oops!”

Your face is stained pink from the heat of the shower…or maybe it’s the way you’re staring at his bare chest that’s making you blush. Sakusa’s not flattering himself—he knows he’s good-looking, knows what the years of athletics have done for him, and you are staring—but just for a moment before you catch yourself and right your gaze back up to his face, absently watching him towel off his hair. The fact that you let your eyes stray a little gives him permission to do the same, so he takes a moment to examine the lines of your shoulders, your soaked hair sticking to your neck, the dip of your cleavage under the fluffy white robe you’re wearing.

You smell good, all soft and wet and clean. Sakusa can’t help imagining if you taste that good, too.

“Um…s’cuse me,” you say after a moment when he doesn’t move to let you pass through the walkway. You could try to skirt around him, but he’s so big.

“What shampoo do you use?”

You blink and pat your hair self-consciously. “It’s, uh, tea tree oil? It has peppermint and lavender and stuff too I think, it’s really good for waking up in the morning—sorry, I know some people don’t like the smell—“

“No, it doesn’t bother me.” Sakusa’s eyes narrow before he steps out of the way to let you walk past.

I like it, he wants to add. But he doesn’t.

#sakusa kiyoomi x reader #sakusa x reader #haikyuu x reader #haikyuu imagines #hq x reader #haikyuu #sakusa kiyoomi #sakusa #hq #haikyuu!!#haikyuu!! x reader #haikyuu!! imagines #hq imagines

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elisela · 4 years

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giving off sparks buck x eddie, 1.1k I told @tylerhunklin to choose a meet-ugly prompt and she picked this please blame her for this sloppy mess okay. 41. I’m at the 24/7 gym at 2 in the morning and I thought I was alone so I’m singing in the showers, but when you start singing with me, I’m startled and slip so the first time we meet, we’re both wet and naked.

Filling in on B-shift has really thrown Buck off. Being down crew members is never easy, and not only does he miss his team (not that he’s ever telling Chim that), he misses his schedule. Buck thrives on routine, likes that it keeps him grounded and comfortable—something he hasn’t felt much of since Abby left six months ago. So of course as soon as they break the new probie in, Leo goes and gets himself hurt sliding down an elevator shaft like a big damn hero and catching his arm on some looped wires, tearing his rotator cuff and ripping his skin to shreds to top it off. As if that wasn’t enough, Mitchell’s wife had gone into early labor and he’d taken off eight weeks earlier than his planned leave (Buck wasn’t blaming him for that, of course, he’d dropped by the hospital a few times with gift cards and dinner for them, but it certainly wasn’t helping matters).

Down two, was bad enough, but then the ladder had collapsed with Macy at the top, and Bobby was scrambling to find coverage. They’d be getting some probies on loan starting the next day, but the last week has been difficult, and all Buck wants to do is get back to his usual schedule.

Honestly, the only good thing about this one is that when he wakes up from his nap at 2am, the 24 hour gym down the block from his apartment is usually pretty empty.

It’s leg day, and Buck takes the advice to never skip leg day very seriously. How else is he supposed to climb up endless flights of stairs, carry people out of burning buildings, or look good in those new pink shorts he bought for the next time he had a chance to hit the beach? And it’s been a hard shift, so he pushes himself a little more than he normally does, racks an extra forty pounds on the prowler sled that he pushes across the mat, adds an extra set to his split squats, and finishes up with a double-time Cupid Shuffle workout, because he’s seen it on TikTok too many times to not do it at this point, basically.

He doesn’t always work out to music but he blasts it tonight, jamming his AirPods in and hitting play on a random Spotify workout playlist, letting music he doesn’t know for the most part carry his energy. For the cool down though—he misses Maddie a little, because their schedules conflict now, so he scrolls until he finds one of the playlists she’s made and stretches while Bon Jovi sings about holding on and listens to Jenny’s phone number being scribbled on the bathroom wall.

He’s heading into the locker room for a desperately needed shower—the water pressure is more stable here than it is at his apartment—when Total Eclipse of the Heart comes on, and—

Well, Buck is only human, and the song basically demands you sing along to it. So, one earbud shoved in his locker along with his phone and the other still in his ear, he steps into the shower and belts it out.

It’s just his bad luck that he squeezes body wash onto his hand with a little too much enthusiasm, causing it to drip off and onto the slick tile floor, just before someone comes around the corner and joins him in the chorus, startling him.

He jumps, right foot sliding in the soap, and he can’t counterbalance himself fast enough on exhausted legs to do anything but fall—which would have been fine, if he hadn’t hit his head on the shower knobs on the way down. But he does, and he must black out for a second because when he comes to, there’s a very hot, very naked man kneeling next to him, and Buck would like to die very much because this stranger’s dick is right next to his head and what his traitorous mind chooses to say is “sorry, this isn’t how I usually pick up men.”

Apparently, his prayers for a swift death go unanswered, but tall, hot, and naked just laughs. “Sorry for surprising you, man. Can you look up here for me? Track my fingers?”

“Hot and a doctor?” Buck asks, because if he’s in this far he might as well just keep going. Shame can come later, when he’s drowning himself in whatever alcohol is in the cupboard to forget about this moment.

“Former paramedic,” the man answers, grinning. “So definitely not as rich as you’re thinking. Can I touch your head?”

“You can touch anything you want,” he says, and then “if loss of common sense is a symptom of a concussion, you should probably call 911.”

There’s laughter, and then the man’s hands are cupping his neck, lifting it gently and prodding his fingers around. “A little swelling,” he says, “but no bleeding. Honestly, you seem pretty good for someone who hit their head that hard. Anyone at home that can watch you for a few hours?”

Buck allows himself to be helped up and resists the urge to drown himself. “I’m heading into work in a little bit,” he says. “I’ll let them know. Thanks a lot.”

“I can give you a ride if you need—”

“I live just down the street,” Buck says, embarrassment catching up to him now that they’re standing in the small shower stall, too close together for no real reason. “But thanks, I appreciate it.”

He dresses quickly—carefully, not wanting a repeat of the shower incident, but quickly—and leaves, shampoo still in his hair. Whatever, he can shower at home, he just needs to get out of this locker room.

Hen’s still on shift when he makes it in to the 118 two hours later, going straight for the coffee maker and downing two cups; he tells her briefly that he hit his head, giving no other details, and she fusses over him for a few minutes before she also declares him to be fine.

It’s a slow day for the most part, just two calls until lunch, when Bobby comes jogging up the stairs while Buck is digging through the refrigerator, hoping to find leftovers. He’ll steal Chim’s if he has to, but he had sworn there was some leftover lasagne from the night before. “Alright, listen up,” Bobby says, “this is Eddie Diaz from the 136, he’s ours for the week. Buck, show him the ropes.”

“Sure thing, Cap,” he calls, pulling out the hidden pan of lasagna triumphantly and turning around—

“Hey,” says tall, dark, and very much dressed. “How’s the head?”

Buck is so screwed.

#buddie fic #buddie #evan buckley #eddie diaz #meet ugly??#entirely unedited #i wrote this in an hour to challenge myself so now you have to read this disaster i'm sorry #this is just a lot of silliness

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plant-dad-sulu · 3 years

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BRO why do u have my dream hair 😭 tell me ur secrets

lmaooo okay I haven't had that cut or colour in years now (i was actually growing it out at the time so that was a transitional haircut and had been out in the sun/humidity all day so uh... not great), but I can give some pointers if u really want to know! (these would assume you already have curls because... well... i do, and wouldn't know how to get there from straight or wavy) Tips for curly hair under the cut:

only shampoo once or twice a week: This prevents your hair from drying out and getting damaged (if your problem is that cutting out shampoo makes ur hair greasy, that's okay, it's likely because your scalp is used to replacing the oils you're shampooing out. After a week or two it'll realize it doesn't have to produce that much oil and your hair will feel much healthier) every other day is conditioner or nothing

get a good leave-in conditioner: The amount you use depends on you. I used 2 pumps of 2 different conditioners after every shower. you can also use gels or mousses, but I don't like them

comb wet and style your hair damp: a lot of hair people recommend only combing dry because it prevents hair loss, but for curly hair you have to comb damp or wet because curly hair is drier and prone to tangling so dry combing causes damage

Combing upside down helps increase volume at the roots! I have very flat hair, especially now that it's longer so this one is v important for me

Try to avoid separating curls while they're drying: you'll just cause damage and frizz, separation should be done during styling and after fully dry so you can see where it needs it and can avoid separating curls that don't need it (i separate while it's drying and it's such a bad habit lmao it feels like ur really doing something until it's dry and you realized you messed up)

if you use a hair drier get a diffuser! It helps hold curl patterns and gets the roots dry. Look up videos to help you learn how to use it properly, there's lots out there (also get heat protection cream to prevent damage and let your hair air dry whenever you can, it looks nicer I promise)

Bleaching and colouring changes the texture of your hair. I've dyed my hair a lot and it always feels different after. Dye generally makes it thicker and bleach makes it thinner and drier so if you change ur hair colour give yourself enough time to get used to styling it like that if you've got events coming up. I've found bleach gives me more volume but colour gives me less frizz and the next day after colouring always feels a bit weird to comb because it's just a little bit different from what you're used to

Silk pillowcases or caps: ok I dont do this one, but I should. It basically just prevents breakage while you sleep and helps keep your hair looking nice so you don't have to restyle (I just tie it up the next day idc)

Go to hairdressers who know how to cut curly hair. I've shopped around A LOT and still haven't found a place I like, but I will tell you, it makes a huge difference. The worst haircut I ever got in my life was from a lady with pin-straight hair who kept trying to comb mine flat and this was, unfortunately, the week before grad. I wound up having to tell her to stop, but I was too late already, I spent a good while in the car trying to fix it, but alas, there wasn't enough left (be vocal!! Don't let people do weird shit to your hair without your permission! Don't be like me, it's bad!) Best haircut? From a lady who had natural waves, which wasn't ideal, but still better!

Your hair behaves differently from other people's so do some experimentation! Watch a lot of videos and do research until you find a routine that works for you! I never had anyone teach me so I learned entirely from youtube and hair blogs and it took some time, but i got there! I've had to change my routine several times just based on how long my hair was, there is no one way to do it perfectly. Even showering in different cities can change things! I had great definition when I was in uni and terrible when i was back home and a big part of that was the water was different (not to mention air quality in the house, humidity in the region, etc etc there's so many factors, don't stress too much, go with the flow and take a hair elastic with you)

And finally, uh, get layers. Or shave part of ur head. Do whatever you want and don't be scared of trying something! It's hair! It'll grow back! Have fun with it! 💚

#nottrek #hair care #curly hair #mine #this wound up really long i'm sorry #thank u for the compliment #i get asked a lot if my curls are natural #i once had someone on a but assume the bleached blonde was natural but the curls were a perm #bus*#her basis for this was that i have pale eyebrows lmao #like ma'am i've got roots take a second look #ANYWAYS thanks lmao

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sunstar-of-the-north · 5 years

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Fade: Chapter 2

The Batter awoke to a light seeping through the window. He sat up, hat crooked. He straightened it with a small yawn. He took a quick moment to look around the room. The bed next to him was empty and neatly made. He noticed that there was a small, folded piece of paper on covers. It had his name written on it. Curious, he took the paper and opened it.

“Dear Batter,

I had to go to work. I left you some breakfast on the table for you. I’ll see you later tonight.

-Skelter”

The Batter was slightly surprised by the note. He put the paper back on the bed. He also just noticed the blanket that was on his person. The man blinked and took it into his hands. The material was very soft against his fingers. He then swiftly took it off. He stood up and made his way into the kitchen. On the small table there was a plate of bacon and sausage. There was another note by the plate. The Batter read this one as well.

“You might need to warm this up in the microwave.

-Skelter”

The man looked around the kitchen until he found the before mentioned machine. He then felt the food. “Cold.” He took the plate and put it in the microwave. Once the food was heated, he took the plate out and sat down on the only chair in the room. It was very small for his size, causing his knees to be close to his chest. He let out a slightly irritated sigh but ate anyway. Once the Batter was done, he put the plate into the sink. He then went back to where the bed was. He picked up the blanket and sleeping bag, neatly folding them both. He set them on the bed once he was finished. He grabbed his bat and opened the front door. He scanned the area before leaving the house. Suddenly a large, white circle appeared behind him. It would follow him like a loyal dog. He didn’t react to it however. The man didn’t have to walk far to meet some specters he missed. He and his add-on quickly dealt with them, feeling his power growing with each kill.

When he defeated the last fat specter, he took a moment to evaluate his weapon. The bat looked worse for wear. He ran his hand over the wood, the roughness scraping his skin. The Batter then made his way toward one of the buildings in the distance. He made sure to not be seen by any workers. The last thing he needed was for that impure Guardian to catch him unprepared. He walked into the shadow of a large barn, perfectly blending into the dark even with his white clothes. It took him a few minutes until he saw a familiar looking figure leaning against the wall. The figure turned to him, frog mask hiding his grin. “Hola amigo! It’s great to see your beaming face again.” He simply showed the other man his weapon. “I need a new bat Zacharie,” he said bluntly. The merchant shook his head as he took the bag off his shoulders. “To the point as usual.”

Zacharie attempted to make some small talk while he took out his products. “Dedan was too much for you to handle eh?” The capped man turned his head to the side, scanning the area for more specters or Elsens. Zacharie pulled out a brand new bat and examined it. “Dedan is a Guardian for a reason my friend. You should’ve taken your time before rushing in to finish him off. Also the bat will be 200 credits.” The Batter turned to him, a hand on his hip. “That’s a 100 more than the last bat I purchased.” Zacharie shrugged with his eyes closed. “Supply and demand. You’re the only one who is buying this weapon. I need to compensate.” The Batter stared at him for moment and then reached into his pocket. He took out colored paper, counting the currency.

He handed the credits to the seller once he found the amount he needed. Zacharie gave him the bat and took the money from the other man. He started counting it just to make sure he got the right amount. The Batter then removed the worn bat from his belt and discarded it. He put the new one on. He was about to walk away but stopped when Zacharie spoke up. “So, you’ve been staying at one of the residential units.” He turned to him, annoyed by the merchant’s constant blabbering. “Yes. What is it to you?” Zacharie chuckled softly. “No need to get so defensive. I was just curious. Then again, I would be in hiding too if I was wanted in the whole Zone.” The Batter was quiet for a while. He studied the man before speaking. “Are you going to report me to Dedan?” He scratched his chin, eyes never leaving the other man’s. “I might…or I might not. Things will go as they should be so there’s really no point in trying to change the inevitable.” The Batter was silent once again. He then walked away from the other man, his footsteps making no noise. The merchant sighed as he started packing his things. He picked up the bat the Batter left. “C’mon amigo. Let’s get you fixed up.”

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It was sundown by the time the Batter finished his training. He and his add-on were covered in black blood. He realized just how late it was. He quickened his pace, head whipping around as he looked for any Elsens that might be nearby. He eventually made it back to Skelter’s house. His add-on disappeared once he entered the small building. It was just as empty as he left it. He walked toward the kitchen. He searched the cupboards until he found a cup. It was very basic in design. He grabbed it and started to fill it with water.

The front door opened, causing the Batter to drop the cup immediately and raise his bat defensively. He relaxed however once he realized that it was Skelter returning home from work. The Elsen froze slightly in fear but quickly sighed, resting a hand on their chest. “Fookin’ ‘ell! Ye gae me such a fright!” Their eyes widened though once they got a better look at him. “Whit tha ‘ell happen to ye?! Why are ye covered in blood?!” The Batter looked down at his clothes then back to them. “I was purifying the specters.” Skelter nervously eyed him. They sighed once more and pinched the ridge of their nose. They mumbled something that the Batter didn’t catch. They then went behind the man and started pushing him out the kitchen. The Batter was a little startled by the action. “What are you doing?”

“Gittin’ ye to tha wash, ye mockit bassa! Ah umnae lettin’ ye git blood all over ma floor.” The man was taken aback but let them push him toward a door he didn’t notice before. Skelter opened it to reveal a very small shower. They then turned to him. “Shampoo and conditioner are in there. Please dinnae use all tha hot water. Ah need to take yin as well.” They then left the Batter to his devices. “Ah’ll make dinnah in tha meantime.” He blinked, feeling like he was just in a whirlwind. He turned to the Elsen who now was wearing a white apron and washing their hands. It took a few seconds for them to realize that the Batter was watching them. They gave him a frown. “Gang on! Towels are hingin’ on tha rack.” The Batter took one more moment to stare at the Elsen before going into the closet shower. He had to bend over a bit when entering the room. He closed the door behind him and started to remove his clothes.

He turned on the water, feeling the temperature. The Batter hopped in once it was warm enough. He had to admit, the warm water felt so good on his aching bones. He let out a tired sigh as the filth washed off of him. He took the shampoo bottle that was at the bottom of the shower. He squeezed the liquid out of it and rubbed it into his short, black hair. He soon got lost in his thoughts. “This has been such a surreal situation…That Elsen is so odd too. They’re much more aggressive than most of the Elsens here.” He started to rinse his hair as he continued to think. “I wonder why they want to leave this Zone…then again, I would want to leave too if my Guardian was a corrupt spirit.” He proceeded to put conditioner in his hair. The Batter then realized how strange it was to be thinking so hard about the worker. He frowned. “None of this matters. I will purge Dedan and keep my end of the bargain. Once we reach Zone 2 we’ll go our separate ways.”

When he was done in the shower, the Batter dried himself off. He put his dirty clothes back on and opened the door. Standing there was Skelter, who’s left hand was raised and in a ball. They blinked but then smiled. “Good timin’! Ah was just gaunnae tell ye thon dinnah is ready!” The scent of fried meat hit the Batter like a wave on a beach. A growling erupted from his stomach. The Elsen blinked but then busted out laughing. “Soun’ like someyin missed lunch!” The Batter felt slightly embarrassed but made sure to not show it on his face. “Come on then.” The Elsen went over a counter where two forks were. The man slowly followed him. He stopped when he noticed the food on the table. He didn’t realize how hungry he was until he saw the plates full of cooked meat. The Batter’s gawking stopped when Skelter handed him a fork. “Well, sit down.” He eyed the fork and then turned to them. “But there’s only one chair.” The Elsen waved him off. “Ah’ll just stand. It’s no problem.”

The Batter didn’t know what to say, so he simply sat down. They both started to quietly eat, their forks making soft clinking sounds as they scraped the plates. The man expected Skelter to start chatting but they remained silent. He was somewhat surprised but welcomed it. Soon the two were done with their meal. Skelter took the plates and brought them to the sink. They turned to the Batter with an exhausted expression. “Ah’m gaunnae take a shower. Ye can do whitever.” He didn’t say a remark to the Elsen. Skelter then headed for the shower. The Batter stood up, not sure what he should do. His eyes were drawn to the dishes sitting in the sink. He didn’t know why, but he began to roll his sleeves and started to fill the sink with warm water.

He finished washing them by the time Skelter came out of the shower. They were wearing nothing but a towel around their waist. They were surprised to see the Batter drying the now clean plates and cups. He turned to them, face deadpan as usual. “Ye dinnae hae to wash those.” The Batter remained silent as he put the plates and cups away. They raised an eye brow but brushed it off. The Batter only watched them as they then went to the dresser. They pulled out a pair of pajamas and headed back into the shower to change. Once they came out the tall man had the sleeping bag on the floor. He was already laying on it. Skelter made sure to avoid stepping on him as they went into their bed.

They noticed that the Batter wasn’t using the blanket they had for him to use. They handed him the red cloth. The man just blankly stared at it. Skelter rolled their eyes. “Take it. It gits cold at nicht.” He looked at him for a few minutes, making the Elsen feel uncomfortable. The Batter gently took the blanket from them, feeling a strange but somewhat familiar sensation as he did. Skelter grinned at him. They then got under the covers. “Good nicht!” The Batter cocked his head slightly. He slowly laid down as he held the blanket in his arms. “…Good night.” He felt a little strange saying that. However, for some reason he liked it. He took a deep breath as he slowly drifted off to sleep.

Skelter (c) Me

The Batter/Zacharie/OFF (c) Mortis Ghost

#off #zacharie (off)#the batter (off)#elsen #elsen oc #elsen (off)#video games #My writing #fade

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hannahhostofheaven · 5 years

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Head canons for Main verse Hannah and human Hannah

Can they use chopsticks?

Main!Hannah: No, she generally avoids eating, so she doesn’t really know certain methods of eating. Human!Hannah: Yes, she lived in Okinawa for three years when her father was stationed there, and she loves ethnic foods so she makes it a point to know.

What do they do when they can’t sleep?

Main!Hannah: she doesn’t really sleep. She spends her nights reading. Human!Hannah: same as main verse, Hannah loves to read, she is especially fond of period dramas.

What would they impulse buy at the grocery store?

Main!Hannah: She rarely goes to grocery stores, and when she does, she gets what is needed and that’s all. Human!Hannah: Candy. She likes bottle caps, those are her favorites.

What order do they wash things in the shower?

Main!Hannah: Angels don’t need to shower, but Hannah enjoys feeling the water on her skin. Human!Hannah: Hannah prefers baths over showers and she usually takes a bath in the evening. She usually shampoos her hair first.

What’s their coffee order?

Main!Hannah: If she were to have coffee, it would probably be black, unsweetened. Human!Hannah: Green tea or chai fraps, or lavender lattes.

What sort of apps do they have on their phone?

Main!Hannah: It’s probably just a basic phone, although she consults ‘the google’ frequently to help get her through human society. Human!Hannah: door dash, grub hub, travel related apps, language translators. Recipe apps.

How do they act around children?

Main!Hannah: Hannah finds small children uncomfortable to be around. She doesn’t like chaos. If the child is quiet and the shy type, Hannah responds to that better. Human!Hannah: she is also a little timid around small children, but she likes babies and older children.

What would they watch on tv when they’re bored and nothing is really on?

Main!Hannah: Documentaries. She likes nature. She has the habit of confronting religious people and correcting them if she feels they are mistaken about heaven, so she has been told to stop watching those types of programs. Human!Hannah: She likes documentaries about history, and she likes fantasy. She loves Lord of the Rings.

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pongpalace · 6 years

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oooh how about “Is it too early to have a breakdown this week?”“It’s Monday.”“That doesn’t answer my question.” Maybe erm...Zimbits orrrrr NurseyRans, or Camilla/George? Any ship you want, really

ooooh, im always in a Camilla/George mood also on ao3)

George isn’t ashamed to admit it, but she’s cried over her job before.

The first time was when she got the Assistant GM position and became one of the first woman with such a high level management position in the NHL. Those were happy tears and came after years of fighting tooth and nail to get recognized for her hard work. Those tears happened in a bathroom stall of the rink she’d been at when she got the news, and also got her kleenex handed under the stall when the woman next to her heard and worried. Those tears make her smile now when she looks back on them, not least because she still has coffee with Tai when they’re in the same city.

She’s cried over trades, over wins, over loses, over shitty interns and shittier men who think they can do her job better (they can’t). She’s cried in the bathroom nearest her office, the ones down by the ice and locker rooms, and she’s cried in the car on her way home. George is an emotional person and managing a hockey team takes a lot out of her and her way of dealing with the emotions is crying.

Today’s tears are angry; borne from frustration with the job, on top of a day where everything that could’ve gone wrong has; a textbook case of the Mondays.

First, George came into work without coffee because she got distracted last night before she set the coffee maker and then Camilla distracted her again this morning, so George had to rush through her morning routine which left no time to wait for the coffee to percolate. Her regular Starbucks’ parking lot was under construction so she drove around it twice looking for the entrance to the before giving up and giving into the arena coffee that’s never very good, no matter who makes it.

She got to her office to find that something happened to her computer over the weekend, causing most of the files saved to her hard drive to corrupt. This wouldn’t normally have been such a big deal—she backs everything up onto an external hard drive daily—except last Friday’s hadn’t saved properly, so she lost all the progress she made on the quarterly players reports that are needed for tomorrow’s front office meeting. She had to work through her lunch to redo everything she did on Friday, forgoing the player development analysis that she was actually looking forward to working on. It was such a stupid, ridiculous, busy morning that she had to eat a cold, premade sandwich from the canteen during a business call with the league’s other assistant GM’s about new concussion protocols, a call that was basically a giant waste of time that could’ve been spent on one of the other many things on her to-do list because the league still doesn’t take concussions seriously enough.

The biggest catalyst for the tears happened after the business call though, at an afternoon scouting meeting. It took twice as long as it should’ve because one of the newer scouts hadn’t listened when George said she was looking for a two-way, fast blueliner to balance out Tater’s hard shot and his tendency to pinch up as a fourth forward, and instead brought in yet another big D-man who’d need to spend at least a season in the AHL developing his game before he’d be quick enough for the show, but “at least he used his body and had a good shot.” The scout argued with George about the poor kid’s chances in the NHL in front of the entire scouting team, management, and half of the coaching staff until other George, the Falcs’s GM, snapped at him and the meeting finished as quickly as possible. George has spent most of her NHL career sweating and bleeding to make the men in this stupid league take her seriously, and she’s been mostly successfully what with ten years as an Assistant GM under her belt. It’d been a while since someone had questioned her scouting decisions though, so the meeting knocked her back on her heels, and off balance in a way she hasn’t been in a long time.

George feels justified in kicking off her shoes the moment the door to her office closes behind her and she’s alone. They might scuff the wall a little bit, but it’s nothing that a purposefully placed plant can’t hide. George locks the door and leans back against it just as the tears spill over; a culmination of an absolutely shitty day, coming out in quiet tears and an unfortunate runny nose.

The Falconers have been a great organization to work with, and other George and the owners have made it clear that they have George’s back since she started with the organization, even before the team started playing into the postseason more often than not. It’s when new people are hired on into roles that technically make George their boss that she’s reminded what a boy’s club the NHL can be. It’s exhausting when her every move is questioned by people who don’t know half as much as they think they do, especially because George has the degree and the experience that makes her really good at her job, but no one seems to count her playing on while managing a Div-I hockey team through college, and winning an Olympic gold because it’s women’s hockey.

There’s kleenex on George’s desk, the extra soft ones for moments like this, so when she’s done crying, she crosses the room to pull one from the box. She dabs it under her eyes, making a face when it ends up black from the mascara that was advertised as waterproof. She grabs a clean kleenex to scrub all over her face, hoping to rub away the salty tear tracks that have dried on her cheeks.

The clock on the wall only reads 2 o’clock, and George still isn’t done with the player reports so she settles into her chair to finish them after unlocking the door in case someone needs her. She hopes the glare that she left the scouting meeting wearing will discourage that though.

George is left alone until 4, but then is called into an emergency managers meeting when news breaks that one of the players they’d been ready to trade draft picks for broke his ankle. It’s a long debate about whether or not it’s worth going through with the trade and rehabbing him in Providence or trying to find someone else to play on Jack’s wing without putting them over the salary cap so it’s after 8 o’clock by the time George leaves the office and then there’s traffic from an earlier pile up accident on the way home so George doesn’t actually get home until 9 o’clock.

The house smells like pizza and the candles that Camilla insist smell like the beach, but actually smell like clean laundry. It’s a weird mix, but comforting and a reminder that George has more outside of taking care of the hockey team, though she still feels like she could sleep for days and still not be ready to face to face the rest of the week.

She finds Camilla in the master bathroom, her laptop balanced precariously on the toilet seat and blasting some spotify playlist while she showers. George lowers the volume, her way of telling Camilla that she’s home, and shucks her dress pants and underwear in one go, kicking them off while she fights with the buttons on her blouse. She’s already got the shower door open when she unhooks her bra and throws it over her shoulder. She doesn’t see where it lands.

“You’re home late,” Camilla says, turning to rinse out her hair. George nods and waits until she’s finished to trade spots with her, getting her own hair wet, but mostly just trying to see if the hot water relieves some of the tension of the day. She rolls out her neck and tries to get the water on the knot that seems to have been steadily growing since this morning. Camilla finishes running the conditioner through her own hair before she steps into George’s space for a kiss, hooking her arms around George’s neck and pressing in exactly where the knot is.

“Is it too early to have a breakdown this week?” George asks when they break apart. Camilla raises an eyebrow, reaching to squirt shampoo into her hands. George lets her turn her so she can massage the shampoo into George’s hair, scritching along her hairline. Her eyes fall shut.

“It’s Monday,” Camilla replies. She taps George’s side so George leans back and rinses out her hair. Camilla gets more conditioner into her hands and runs that through George’s hair.

“That doesn’t answer my question,” George says.

“Aw babe.” Camilla’s eyes are big and concerned. “It’s a little early to have a breakdown, but I’ll support whatever you want to do.”

She drags George in for a hug and George tucks her nose into her neck, willing herself not to cry again. She won’t have to explain her day Camilla; she’s been in sports for as much as her life as George has so she gets it, gets having to fight to have her voice heard over the shouts of men who think their voices are the only ones worth listening to. She’s been so loud as a sports journalist, covering women’s sports and bringing attention to how amazing these women athletes are, with little to no reference to their male counterparts because women’s sports can, and should, stand alone. George loves her so much.

They stand pressed together, swaying slightly to the beat of whatever song is playing, until the water starts to go cold, and Camilla reaches around George to adjust the knobs.

“There’s leftover pizza,” Camilla says. She slides past George so she can rinse out the conditioner in her hair before George does the same. “You wanna eat that before your scheduled breakdown, G?”

“Don’t make fun, we were having a moment.”

“Can we finish the moment in bed? My fingers are starting to get pruney.”

George huffs out a laugh; shutting off the water and letting Camilla bully her out of the shower and into a warm towel. She pulls on the team USA sweatpants she’s been using as pjs recently and a soft t-shirt that mysterious made its way from Camilla’s side of the closet into hers. Camilla’s fingers are gentle as they comb through her hair, and George tries to be just as gentle while she braids Camilla’s hair.

They climb into bed, under separate blankets because they both learned a long time ago that they’re no good at sharing when they sleep, but they find their way to the center of the bed to cuddle.

“D’you want pizza though? You must be hungry,” Camilla says, tucking herself under George’s arm. Her shampoo smells like home and her the weight of her body on George is comforting in a way that little else is.

“I just want you,” George replies, though she really hasn’t eaten more than a couple power bars and one of Jack’s gross protein shakes since her late lunch. She’s comfortable right now and unwilling to move if it means having to stop touching Camilla.

Camilla twists and stretches so she’s right in George’s face, propping herself up on her elbows. “You have me, you giant cheeseball.” She’s slow to lean down for a kiss so George surges up and mashes their lips together, swallowing down the amused sound that Camilla makes. The kiss manages to be light and teasing until Camilla nips at George’s bottom lip so she licks past the seam of Camilla’s lips, hands coming up to frame Camilla’s face. George runs her thumb a long Camilla’s jaw and wants to flip them to deepen the kiss even further but then her stomach growls and Camilla pulls back with a wry grin.

“Okay, pizza would be nice then too,” George admits. Camilla presses another kiss to her lips and then to her cheek as she kicks off her covers.

“I love you and I’m sorry you had a shitty day,” Camilla says seriously once she’s standing. George’s heart swells with a fondness that’ll never get old.

“Love you too,” she says, and follows Camilla back down to the kitchen.

They eat the leftover pizza at the sink, trading tomato-y kisses between bites, and this time George sets the coffee machine before Camilla distracts her more so tomorrow is probably going to be better than today.

(It is.)

#omgcp #georgia martin #camilla collins #georgia x camilla #femslash #angryspace-ravenclaw #checkplease #this got outta control though i meant to do like 500 words and then i got on a rant #also completely unbeta'd so here's to all the typos i'll find when i wake up #i either beat or tied my record for fast prompt filled #so that's good i guess

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oopsbirdficced · 6 years

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@terresdebrume asked: Hiii! For the prompt thing, I'd like to request Shun/Hyôga #4 “You can do this, but you can't return my calls?”, Aphrodite/Deathmask #49 “You're such a fun drunk.”, and Aphrodite/Shaka #63 “You're staring again.”, please :3 (I may or may not come back with femslash requests if you find yourself running low on prompts xD)

(First off: I welcome femslash always and forever, the end. Second: I've got quite a few prompts right now, I'll let you know. Also, I have tried to do my research here: Shaka’s views of vegetarianism most closely align with Therevada Buddhism. If I've made any grievous errors on this front please let me know, so that I can grow as a person and an author. Also it's pretty much canonical that Shaka is actually a terrible Buddhist, if you look at his actions??? Yeah.)

“You're staring again.” Shaka says without even opening his eyes. Aphrodite growls softly at him. “I believe the appropriate saying here is ‘take a picture, it will last longer’,” Shaka says, completely unruffled.

“I'm trying to figure out how you managed to grow your hair so long when your hair care regimen is so abysmal.” Aphrodite retorts sharply. Shaka opens an eye, bemused.

“I wash my hair regularly.” He comments, idly curious to see where this is going.

“Yes, but that's a two-in-one generic, the one Sanctuary distributes basically free so that people who aren't invested in hygiene don't stink the place up.” Aphrodite sniffs delicately. Shaka frowns.

“There's nothing wrong with it. Besides, it was provided to me, and it would be wasteful not to use it.” He says. Aphrodite rolls his eyes dramatically.

“Your hair is brittle, there's no healthy shine, and I'm pretty sure I can see your split ends from here.” Aphrodite huffs. “So you use what's provided to you, hm? Do you still use egg and dairy products, or are they against your beliefs?” He inquires. Shaka blinks, a bit puzzled, but willing to educate on his beliefs.

“Well, since I am provided for here, most graciously and generously, I do avoid meat, but it would not be a stain if I did eat meat, if it was offered to me, and if it was from an animal that was not expressly slaughtered on my behalf. Eggs and dairy are a bit more of a gray area, so I do supplement my meals with them, in order to ensure I get the proper nutrients.” Shaka explains. Aphrodite nods, standing up.

“Do you have any shower caps?” He asks, and on seeing Shaka’s blank expression, rolls his eyes. “Of course you don't. I'll be right back.” Aphrodite returns momentarily with a box of shower caps, a blender, a bunch of bananas, a couple of hair claws, and a bundle of bottles with handwritten labels. Shaka regards him curiously as he blends up a banana, some milk, egg whites, and coconut oil.

“Okay, Shaka, this goes in your hair.” He declares, and makes Shaka remove his robes. Aphrodite seems almost disappointed when it's revealed Shaka is wearing undyed linen pants under his saffron-colored robes. Nevertheless, Aphrodite is the picture of efficiency, spreading a towel over his shoulders and practically painting the tropical-smelling mess into his hair. He clips it up with one of the claws and pops a shower cap over it.

“There. Now, in thirty minutes I want you to go wash your hair. Use cold water, or you'll accidentally cook the egg- not fun at all. Then you can wash it with this shampoo.” He hands Shaka one of the bottles. “Then use this shampoo and this conditioner whenever you wash your hair.” He hands Shaka two more bottles. At least they're clearly labeled.

“This seems excessive.” Shaka complains mildly. Aphrodite pins him with an unimpressed look, and runs a hand over Shaka’s shoulder, considering. That provokes a reflexive shiver, and Aphrodite smirks, sitting in his lap. Shaka raises an eyebrow.

“You're using the wrong kinds of soaps, too.” Aphrodite informs him, tracing light, nimble fingers over Shaka’s skin. “Lucky for you I formulate those, too. Whatever you're using- generic Sanctuary provided, I assume- it's drying out your skin terribly. It's likely the cause of these acne spots on your shoulders. So here's a body soap, and here's a lotion. Use the lotion after you bathe- everywhere, mind you.” Aphrodite smirks. Shaka sighs, a touch irritated.

“Are you quite done yet?” He asks, solidly repressing any response his traitorous body produces. Aphrodite sighs, a touch wistful.

“I suppose. Remember what I said about cold water!” He sing-songs with a suggestive wink.

#virgo shaka #pisces Aphrodite #saint seiya #fanfiction #drabble #drabble request #fanfiction requests #hair care #is very important to Aphrodite #and I don't really see Shaka as knowing much about that kind of thing #Yup #also have you seen Shaka #he's such a terrible Buddhist #wow #also this ended up mostly platonic #I'm sorry

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dawnasiler · 4 years

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thirteen: an ode to my second-floor window

when explaining the structural qualities of my dorm building to friends who had come to visit for the first time in the spring i often likened it to a very large and very disproportionate T-pose or, if one prefers the crude arts to the fine ones, a really interesting dick. it is basically a straight line with a short, squat rectangle extending from its center, like a mushroom with a very large cap. it is like one of those buildings people design when they are asked, abruptly, to draw a building. here are some windows. here is a lounge, but only because you asked for one. and here is the door.

people live in the long flat cap of the mushroom because that is where all the real shit happens in college. the long and flat mushroom cap is so long and so flat that they had to split it in half to make sense of it- north wing (i point in a vague north-east direction), south wing (i point the other way. then i wink, though you miss it). for the spring semester i lived in the south, towards the end of the hallway where a set of swinging double doors leads to the stairwell. my room had a view of the parking lot, half-obscured by trees, and the squat, snow white-styled lodges on the other side of the winding path. it was on the second floor.

on my first day there i found a black sports bra stapled to the notice board outside my room. above the bra was a sign made out of several sheets of paper upon which, in times new roman font size two hundred, the words 'the hall of good driving' were printed. below that was a sign that said 'watch children'. beside that was another sign, printed in cursive: there are so many beautiful reasons to be happy. and someone's driver's license. and a black and white cars screenshot. and a formula one racer, waving at the camera.

one day in february i found someone standing in front of that notice board, looking it up and down with a curious expression on his face.

''sup,' i said. 'what're you doing?'

'appreciating fine art,' he replied.

(i made that up. in truth he said something along the lines of 'i don't get to see this board a lot because i don't live on this floor, you know' which i obviously knew as i lived on this floor and therefore would be expected to know who else did. anyway we don't talk anymore and i might have blocked his number (or was it someone else? one day in may i decided i had had enough of being sent cryptic and ridiculously blunt text messages about topics i no longer cared for) so i suppose it doesn't really matter.)

earlier today i went downstairs to refill my water bottle. on the way up, i stopped on the second floor, on the north end of the building, and stared down the empty hallway. both sets of swinging doors were open at the time so i thought my stare might make it to the other end of the building, past the lounge with the half-functioning a/c. but halfway there, the path curved out of sight. and then the realization: this building is not a straight line. it is a crooked one.

it makes sense, then, that its inhabitants were just as crooked. a straight line looks like a smear of ink from exactly two points on the map. too bad i got held up in the middle. too bad i saw everything in between.

so let's say you're standing outside of hell then, peering in through satan's window. let's say you're standing outside my dorm, phone in hand, fidgeting, waiting, wanting.

the items which can be found outside of the south entrance of this hall are as follows:

a plastic straw. single-use dental floss. a very short knitting needle, yellow, pointed on both ends. a boba bottle (not shattered, half full). an apple core (oxidized). an empty doritos wrapper.

if you head up the short flight of steps in front of the south entrance you will find yourself in a narrow stairwell. there are floor to ceiling windows on your left and there is a carpeted hallway on your right. walk down the hallway and you will reach the lounge situated in the middle of each crooked floor of this crooked building. it contains several armchairs, a three-seater sofa designated at present for one, and two swivel chairs. there is a cubbyhole of a kitchen built into the wall opposite the windows, also floor-to-ceiling, desperately trying to suck up light that stops trickling in in april and will not come again until the coming fall. in it are a fridge, a sink, and some cupboards.

the bathrooms on the first and second floors are gender-inclusive; the ones on the third are not. there are two bathrooms on each floor, one for each hallway, and there are two hallways per floor. each bathroom has five toilet cubicles and five shower stalls.

this dorm is perfectly symmetrical. everything on one side of it is a mirror image of the other. you can spend your whole life not knowing what it's like to touch a doorknob on the right side of a door.

my favorite shower stall was the fourth from the right when you walked into the bathroom on the south end of the second floor. it was my favorite because its shower head was jammed at an angle which meant my hair washed out fast but the plastic shower curtains did not and it had a ledge in the corner that i could leave my soaps and shampoo bottles on. i insisted on showering there for about eight weeks, until the stall started flooding each time i stepped inside because the drain wasn't draining anything and the water was just pooling in that flesh-colored plastic box, the soap suds gathering around my ankles, looking like weird little flowers. so i stopped using that stall and moved to another.

to clarify: not everyone was crooked. when i first crash-landed on mars and i could not breathe for fear that a foreign god would cut my tongue open (a/n: this is a metaphor for anxiety) this building held quiet and conversation apart from each other until they were ready to meet. and when they finally met things got better very fast, and i was ready to be very happy and very hopeful, and then mars cracked open like a big hard-boiled egg and i fell down that rabbit-hole, down, down, down, arms flailing, throat torn out of my throat, heart burnt right out of my heart.

but i met good people there. and i also met bad people. life is nothing without the highs. it is also nothing without the lows.

you want to go up? then acknowledge the dirt at your feet. look rock-bottom in the eye, and tell it you're going to leave.

i don't plan on coming back here when i'm gone. the rooms are big and airy and the view from the back is even more gorgeous than the front, a fact which i am slowly unpacking like an elaborately wrapped gift. but there are no doors on the closets. can you believe that? the closets don't have any fucking doors. they're just these spaces carved into the wall with a rack which indicates that yes, this is a closet and a ledge above the rack which nods its head furiously as if to say yes, this is a closet, and walls on either side which scream at you with bloodshot eyes saying look at this closet, damn right it's a closet, damn right you're going to live here. for four months i lived in the long flat cap of the mushroom.

my residential assistant moved out in the middle of the semester. i was always too intimidated to speak to any of the residential assistants in my dorm even though they were just older students with taller shadows, the one in my hallway included (a/n: this is also a metaphor for anxiety), but in a weird way i missed his presence. he took down the signs on the noticeboard before he left. without them we stopped being the hall of good driving, and started being just us again. just a bunch of kids, playing at being smart, playing at being happy.

sometimes i wonder if he liked the hall he lived in. every few weeks he'd take down the signs on the noticeboard and put up new ones. one time he set up a chair in the hallway and sat there with a pair of scissors and some paper, working late into the night. the next morning there was a t-rex pinned to the notice board, its jaw cracked open as if to scream, or yawn. do your readings, he said. dinosaurs did not read. now they are extinct.

the microwave on the third floor looks like something died in it a long time ago. the student responsible for the ridiculous amount of spiritual damage it sustained graduated three days ago, in the bleak, drizzling cold. we're all that's left now. easy mac, empty takeout containers, empty windows.

next year new blood will move into these sun-washed rooms, afflicted with the same wide-eyed, honest curiosity. next year there will be new children, carrying new mistakes and new ways to stumble helplessly into them. college is nothing without the corpse screaming outside your window, you know? you've got to embrace it. you've got to embrace the crooked fucked-up humor of it all.

so i peel the photographs off the wall, fold my ghosts into the drawer, and get ready to leave in the morning.

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Drop Everything: My Beauty Boxes have Landed! | AD

I wasn’t actually intending to keep these amazing beauty boxes under wraps for quite so long – there were supposed to be lots of cheeky little hints, advance-warning teasers, annoying “I have a secret announcement coming up but I can’t tell you what it is!” videos. But life got in the way and I only managed minimal amounts of nudging and so here we are, on the launch day with a hint, teaser, annoying announcement and “reveal” all in one. (I expect some of you, if you’re anything like me, will be mildly relieved to be getting it all in one hit.)

But I digress, as usual: let’s get straight to the point. Do not buy any presents, especially beauty presents, until you have read this post. In fact, if I may be so bold, do not buy any beauty whatsoever until you have read this post. (In all fairness, the likelihood of you suddenly clicking away to buy an emergency cleanser whilst you’re madly engaged in my excellent writing is low, but just in case you have some sort of compulsive beauty-buying habit: stop. Put down the mouse.)

I have launched two new beauty boxes with Feelunique and they a) have amazing things in them and b) are incredible value for money. They are my very carefully considered edits of The Best In Beauty; one – the Rescue box – is a sort of beauty “SOS” kit for time-poor, results-driven people, the other – the Indulgence box – is a beautiful collection of the most decadent treats. The Rescue box is worth £70 and costs just £30, the Indulgence box is worth a huge £105 and costs just £45! Either – or both – would make the most perfect gift, whether that’s for mother’s day (it’s next Sunday!) or a birthday or for a friend of relative who’s had a new baby…

Oh, I forgot to mention the baby thing! The whole idea for the boxes actually started almost a year ago, when Baby Ted was just a newborn. In my addled, harried state, I got to thinking that it would be a thing of great convenience if there was a beauty box that pulled together the kind of hard-working, visible-results products that new mums need. Skin soothers, face brighteners and perhaps something for fixing crazy, flyaway hair.

(Sadly my Colab Dry Shampoo, which is a staple for pretty much anyone with – er – hair, couldn’t be included as it can’t be shipped worldwide. But you can get it here if you fancy a little box add-on. It’s £3.50, smells amazing and doesn’t leave any white residue.)

And so the Rescue box was born, closely followed by the Indulgence version, which is basically a fabulous, relaxing treatment session in a box. Everything you need to unwind and reboost.

It has taken almost a year to put these beauty collections together and make sure that they represented what I initially wanted them to be – I do hope that you love them as much as I do. I’m going to do a full breakdown of what’s inside each box below, but if you’re keen to grab one (or two) before the rush then you can find them at Feelunique here. There are limited numbers, so get them while stocks last!

The Rescue Box (£30, worth £70 – buy it here)

This is the SOS beauty kit of dreams – fast-acting, hard-working products that don’t require any real thinking and are completely faff free.

I’ll start with the Balance Me Restore and Replenish Cream Cleanser, which was one of my favourites when I was pregnant with Angelica. It’s soothing, gentle but removes makeup well and can either be removed with cotton wool pads or with a flannel and warm water. The box contains a full size tube worth £18.

Then there’s a full size tub of the excellent Glycolic Fix exfoliating pads from Nip & Fab, worth £14.95. These little discs of acid-soaked wonder help to brighten skin overnight with just one quick wipe. They’re like the world’s fastest facial, really, and this version – the new “Gentle” formula – is great for more sensitive, temperamental skin. If you’re postpartum and wondering what the hell to do with your knackered, dull, blotchy face then these might just be your wonder fix.

More good stuff for tired, dull, compromised skin: a full size tube of L’Oreal’s Revitalift Cicacrem, worth £12.99, which helps to soothe and repair whilst doing the anti-wrinkle magic at the same time. It’s a great cream to have to hand when your skin feels tight and just a bit battered and raw. (Again, wonderful for postpartum skin, if you’re a new mum or you want to find a good present for new mums.)

Then for the lips, what is possibly one of the most effective lip balms in the world: Lanolips 101 Ointment. This forms a very hardy barrier over the skin and is almost unbeatable in terms of long-lasting moisturisation. Use on cuticles, dry patches, chapped lips – the version in the box is the Strawberry one and is worth £7.99.

There’s a little bonus “skincare” item in the Rescue box, and I have to say that I was sceptical about it before I tried it out. It’s the Magnitone Wipeout microfibre cleansing cloth, which promises to remove makeup with just warm water. And does it? Er, yes! It’s nothing short of miraculous and a massively convenient thing to have next to your sink or inside your travel bag for quick, easy makeup removal. I am a stickler for a proper cleanse, but sometimes when time is short (or supplies are lacking) it’s fine to cut corners – I’ve actually been using the Wipeout cloth to remove my makeup (especially eye) before I go in with my proper cleanser! I’m a total convert.

And then one rather spectacular product for taming wild, uncontrollable hair. (Or just hair that is normal, but you’re useless at styling it. I’m with you.) The One Minute Transformation Cream from Colour Wow can be worked through damp hair before blow-drying to give a sleek, smooth finish, or added to the ends of dry hair to tame flyaways and frizz. In what is quite the extra perk, it can also be used on dry hair and then blow-dried in, which means that you can refresh hair that’s not recently washed. A true multipurpose hair rescuer. There’s a 30ml tube in the box, worth £9.

So, you can see that this is a brilliant gift for anyone who lacks the time to make sensible beauty decisions, or needs comprehensive, no-nonsense products that work quickly and easily. I’m so pleased with this box – it’s a proper little emergency number!

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The Indulgence Box (£45, worth £105 – buy it here)

This decadent collection of luxury beauty will have you cancelling all social engagements (ha! what social engagements?) and barricading yourself into the bathroom.

Start by winding your hair into the Aquis Turban (worth £30); whether you’ve applied a hair mask and want to let it soak in, or you just want to keep your hair out of the way whilst you do your skincare routine, it’s more comfy than a shower cap and doesn’t feel all sweaty and rank. It’s actual purpose is to help to dry hair after washing, because it wicks away a load of moisture and dramatically reduces drying time, so this is the sort of indulgence you can use again and again. A useful indulgence. A usedulgence. An indulful. Shut me up.

Then light your incredible NEOM Tranquility Candle (worth £16); the scent will have you completely relaxed (if not asleep) within minutes. This one-wick candle is a great size for travelling with, if you like to “take your scent with you” (I used to do this in the days when I stayed in hotels constantly and didn’t fall asleep the minute I lay on the bed) and the smell is so powerful. In a small bathroom space, you only really need to light it once a week to have the room constantly scented.

More aromatherapy from the brilliant Aromatherapy Associates: I’ve featured these Bath and Body Oils so many times over the years that it is a great joy and privilege to be able to include them in my Indulgence box. This is the Essentials trio (worth £28.90) that has the Revive oil, De-Stress Mind and Deep Relax – all of them incredibly potent. Just a capful into the bath, or patted onto skin pre-shower and you have an instant spa experience!

And then to skincare and two luxurious treats. The first is the Darphin Rose Aromatic Care, a glorious little oil that softens, smooths and hydrates. Massage it in before moisturiser for plump, dewy skin – I also like to apply a little before foundation if I want a beautiful, natural glow.

The second treat is the 48HR Moisture SOS Rescue Mask from NUXE. This packs hydration into the skin, whether you leave it on as a thin layer overnight or apply a thick layer whilst you’re enjoying your aromatherapy bath… Non-greasy, nice and soothing, this mask is too good to save for treat days – I’ve been using it almost daily since the weather turned cold. (Which was, when? 1988 it feels like.)

So there: the ultimate indulgence package, worth over a hundred pounds, yours for £45. You can find it at Feelunique here. Run, run, run like the wind! And if you want to hear me chatting through the boxes and saying things that potentially make me look slightly unhinged, my “reveal” video is below!

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8. Holographic Holographic nail polish is like using stronger glitter polish but lots simpler to take off. It seems exquisite whilst the solar displays on it or even hard to seize in a picture.

Nine. Metallic or chrome This polish end without problems looks very posh at the nails. However, it is very elaborate to avoid streaks whilst applying this end so be cautious.

10. Duochrome This polish end is sort of magical because it modifications colorations underneath different mild situations. This is extra hard to find than maximum of the finishes in this listing but are so brilliant, specially for summer.

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12. Jelly This finish can be amusing to use. They offer a wash of color because they're on the obvious aspect. You can layer for greater color or pair with glitter polish.

13. Flakie This basically has distinctive flakes accenting the polish. Flakes are commonly multicolored.

14. Foil This is on the steel aspect however can look like there's aluminum foil to your nails.

After this considerable rationalization in simple henna designs nail polish finishes, we are positive you're a master and might hopefully decide what you need for every season. Go beforehand and feature a laugh choosing polish on your nails.

Is Teaching English in Costa Rica Right for You

Find your area inside the global! Costa Rica has stunning landscapes with tropical rainforests, majestic volcanoes, and sandy seashores. The human beings are the friendliest in Latin America and the economic system could be very stable. You don’t need to compromise way of life with safety in Costa Rica due to the fact it is one of the safest countries in Latin America. Teaching English in Costa Rica is the satisfactory way to get a significant task that pays a respectable dwelling wage. Teach English in Costa Rica all through your gap-yr or % your luggage and flow there for life!

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Three Types of People Who Teach English in Costa Rica: Gap-Year Teachers Teaching English abroad in Costa Rica with OnTESOLThe biggest institution of ESL instructors in Costa Rica includes young college graduates who want to tour, analyze Spanish, and stay in a lovely Latin American usa. If you need to stay in San Jose, you could teach English at a personal language faculty or discover a more beneficial role teaching Business English. You also can get a comfy teaching job in a rural vicinity at a public faculty. It in reality depends on what you want to experience. Jobs in San Jose pay better, however life in rural Costa Rica is priceless!

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Retirees A massive number of expats in Costa Rica are retirees from Canada and america. Real property could be very cheap in Costa Rica, so many people purchase a nice residence by using the seashore or in a quiet rural community. Teaching English is a extraordinary way to do something meaningful and get to understand the network.

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Read: What is it Like to Teach English Abroad?

Requirements for Teaching English in Costa Rica All you want to train English in Costa Rica is a college diploma and an across the world recognized TEFL or TESOL certification. If you want to train English at some stage in your gap-year, we advocate the TEFL certificate with Young Learners specialization. If you would like to pursue an global TESOL career, an advanced TESOL certification course is recommended.

Tips To Help You Achieve Beautiful, Natural Looking Hair

Do you feel like you could spice up your hairstyle? Are you ready to make a change? You can make a change in your hair that can change your life. Read on to get some great advice that will make a huge difference to cute girls hairstyles the quality of your hair.

If you know that your hair looks dry, try this at-home conditioner. After thoroughly washing your hair and wringing it out until it's less damp, work in your conditioner and put a shower cap over your head. Stay like this for several minutes. This generates heat and allows the conditioner to get deeply into your hair follicles.

Moisturized hair is healthy hair, whereas dry hair is damaged hair. When shampooing your hair, watching the water's temperature can be useful. Rinse you hair in cool water for best results. This helps your hair seal in moisture.

When towel drying never briskly rub your hair. Being to rough with your hair can cause breakage and cause it to look bad over time. Instead, pat, blot or gently squeeze excess moisture from your hair, or wrap it loosely in a towel. Also, you should not use a brush or comb on wet hair, unless the comb is wide-toothed.

If your hair is dry and brittle, this simple conditioning treatment is a no-brainer. Dampen your hair with a spray bottle and massage in a generous portion of your everyday conditioner. Wrap your hair in a warm, damp towel, or even plastic wrap, to trap the heat. Leave this treatment in your hair for roughly 60 minutes, after which you will wash the treatment out of your hair with a natural shampoo.

Don't use any hair products that have alcohol. Alcohol dries out your hair. That can be terrible for your hair health, and you have to be mindful of the products you are using. Take a look at the back before bringing it to the counter.

Do not go out in cold weather for long during the cold months of the year. Cold weather can reduce essential oils and nutrients in your hair, causing it to become dry. If you have to stay outside for long periods, bundle up.

Switch to a satin pillowcase to protect your curls at night. Cotton pillowcases absorb the oil and moisture from your hair. Satin pillowcases will protect hair, and let you wake in the morning with similar curls to the ones you slept with. A satin nightcap or scarf will also work to protect your curls.

Always wait at least 48 hours before shampooing color-treated hair. Your color will be more fade resistant and look better for longer if you allow the cuticle to seal after the color chemicals have been applied. Be sure to try to not even let the hair get wet during this duration. Over time, long hairstyles for men your efforts will lead to a head of healthy, sleek hair.

You will have hopefully found some information that will help you come up with a daily routine. You don't have to utilize every single tip that has been provided to you, but the more you use the healthier your hair will look.

10 Good Reasons for Taking Up Bodyweight Training

Bodyweight exercises are strengthening physical activities that don't require use of weights or some other specialized system to work with. Instead, one's own weight affords the resistance to the motion. south beach personal trainer The fact that body weight physical activities are quite effective for growing one's health has been subsidized via many studies.

It is a valid alternative for all and sundry inquisitive about building brilliant body, increasing strength, mobility and versatility, boosting aerobic-vascular health, dropping weight, and establishing fantastic thoughts-body-soul focus. Yoga, Pilates, calisthenics, gymnastics all fall underneath the class of body weight exercises. Though they have versions of movements, intensity and bureaucracy, they all use bodyweight in their execution.

The following are a number of its blessings:

Good fitness gains - Most of bodyweight sporting events involve multi-joint actions (compound moves) that work towards gravity. Common bodyweight workout movements like squats, lounges, push-americaand plenty of greater contain a couple of joints. Compound actions are extremely effective for building muscle electricity of the muscle groups used and boosting cardio-vascular fitness. Another big gain is that most of those actions give a boost to body center muscle mass by means of engaging them robotically and, therefore, offer extra stability and stability to the body.

Ease of doing - As body weight sporting events may be accomplished anywhere, an man or woman is far less likely to skip a exercising. It can be executed at home or new location, wherein one travels to because it doesn't require any device to be carried.

Functional health - Bodyweight sporting activities interact styles of moves that we use generally in day by day sports. So, it will increase practical health of a person by way of strengthening the muscle groups utilized in day by day activities, offering her or him sufficient energy to perform such activities effortlessly.

No system required - There are many combinations and variations of physical activities one could perform with one's personal body weight without requiring any device. In assessment, some may additionally like to apply some light weight dumbbells or kettlebells, pull-up bar or other small gadget similarly with a purpose to improve the effectiveness of physical activities. But as it isn't always compulsory, one won't use them.

Not plenty area required - As it doesn't require plenty area, bodyweight physical activities may be performed in the comfort of the dwelling room or lounge of your private home. One want not go to a gym. You can do them at domestic whilst playing softly your favored song.

Much variety - There are huge numbers of bodyweight sporting events for one of a kind body components. One can alternate them frequently in an effort to avoid boredom by way of doing the equal actions again and again once more. By substituting physical activities for unique body parts, we are able to prevent overtraining and reduce the chance of injury. Furthermore, this could also assist damage through strength plateaus and help preserve making fitness profits.

Intensity build-up - We can efficaciously create high intensity interval exercising with bodyweight sporting activities. One can try this with the aid of growing the speed of acting a given number of reps of an exercise for a sure length, say, 30 to 60 seconds, after which doing the equal exercise at everyday velocity for a certain period, say, 10 minutes. One can repeat this pattern as frequently as one wants. One can also plan a circuit schooling time table through acting a positive quantity of particular physical activities without rest completing a complete circuit. A small rest of two to 3 mins can be taken earlier than acting another circuit. One can repeat this sample of circuit schooling as frequently as one wants.

Cheap workout - Generally, body weight training does not require any equipment however a few can also like to apply a few gadget to beautify the effectiveness of some exercises. It is loose or at extremely low cost as one doesn't ought to get gymnasium memberships, training, equipments and equipment that may all add up to a extensive fee.

Easy to mix up exercise - One can do those sports indoors or exterior by myself or with friends. They may even be achieved after strolling or walking in a park. They can also be achieved after a swim session as a brief body weight circuit plan. One could make one's body weight exercising plan exciting through blending up with many extraordinary exercises, using a few ingenuity.

Can be made difficult - They can be made challenging via adding more reps, appearing the sporting activities quicker or brilliant slowly, taking shorter breaks, or adding a ballistic motion. With every brought task, the development turns into more apparent.

The bottom line -

Over time body weight physical activities have scientifically advanced into a system of nicely designed sporting events offering many fitness and fitness blessings. They can be certainly accomplished by using all age corporations and fitness ranges. A time table of bodyweight sporting events can easily be mixed with aerobic physical activities such as on foot, jogging, strolling, cycling or swimming to decorate its effectiveness. We can make them extra difficult by means of the use of our ingenuity and understanding.

Bodyweight education has evolved into a device of precise exercises, wherein our own body weight is used as resistance to actions of the frame in special exercises. It has been located to be very effective in increasing usual fitness of the man or woman. It has many varieties, which an man or woman can choose from in keeping with one's liking and fitness dreams.

Fashion Tips: Always Dress Your Best

Becoming fashionable can be a fun and exciting adventure! There are so many things to learn from fashion. semicolon tattoo The following article contains many tips to help you understand style. Continue reading to learn how you can make fashion personal and be proud.

A trendy new purse can make an outfit look fantastic, but always make sure it matches your other bags too. For instance, a purse that clashes with the briefcase you carry on a daily basis would be a mistake to own. Avoid carrying more than one bag at a time.

Never ever purchase a piece of clothing just due to the price being too good to refuse. If it's not really your style or going to look good on you anyway, it's just not worth the savings you see in the price. It will simply be a loss of space and money.

Do not keep an abundance of makeup in your beauty kit. Choose products you really love with a selection of season-specific colors. Consider what you will need for both evening and day time. Makeup, like many other products, can go bad once open. Bacteria can also form over time.

Many people mistakenly believe that fashion is only about clothing. Your hair can easily ruin an outfit if it's not looking its best. So if you want to keep things looking fashionable, pay attention to your hair, to the accessories you're wearing, to your shoes, etc. Don't have anything on you that's out of place.

You should wear white any time of year, Labor Day or otherwise! Thankfully, those days are over and you should feel free to wear the colors you like best that flatter you most, no matter what time of the year or season it is. If you love the way you look in white clothing, then feel free to wear it during any time of the year. No one should care nowadays.

A great way to add pop to your look is to color your hair in the summertime. Just make sure your hair remains healthy so you it does not fade. Buy a good conditioner to keep your hair and the color bright and healthy.

Apply a bit of mousse to add volume to thin hair, but use a light hand so you don't overdo. Some people are trying to bring back the big hair of the 80's, but this is a mistake. It wasn't flattering then, and it's not flattering now.

If you have a limited fashion budget, consider talking to your friends about it. If your friends have fashionable items you like, tell them you'll be happy to have it when they don't want it any more. This is a great way to get free fashion.

Since you've now got some great fashion tips, get out there and try them. Try each one that you like, and see what works best for you. You are more than worth the small amount of time it will take to feel and look amazing. All you have to do is just do it!

Good Solid Advice About Arts And Crafts That Anyone Can Use

Crafts are a fun way to help add that special charm to a home or allow you to spend quality time with your child. Pallet Furniture Although, there could be times when you are having a hard time coming up with new ideas and how best it is to accomplish them in the most cost-effective way. Continue reading and you'll learn more about crafting.

Do you need to find a place to get some craft materials? Lots of online outlets provide terrific prices on craft materials. A click of the mouse is all you need to find substantial savings on everything your craft hobby needs. You could even be lucky enough to receive free shipping of your purchases.

Cover surfaces with old newspaper to avoid damaging furniture or floors when creating arts and crafts projects. When you have completed your project, you can toss the paper and not worry about any other issues.

Try not to be critical of kids when they do arts and crafts. You need to remember that this is designed to foster their creativity. This will not be accomplished if you constantly nag and correct them about what they are trying to do.

Your children will get messy when they are taking part in arts and crafts. If that that is stressful to you, cover your surfaces with some butcher paper or newsprint to catch bits of glitter, paper, and glue drops. Washable materials, such as markers and adhesives, may also help you.

If supplies are pricey in your area, start shopping at secondhand stores. There are many consignment shops that offer unusual supplies for today's artist. You must check in often, as this kinds of merchandise moves very quickly!

Etsy is the perfect place to find your arts and crafts supplies. This website sells items from individuals. Plus, you not only get to purchase supplies here, but you can also sell your craft projects. There are many types of items to buy on Etsy.

The mosaic can look cloudy after the mortar dries, so what you do is use glass cleaner to get the mosaic clean. This will leave it looking its best.

Look in your kitchen for supplies. There are many crafts and arts gems there. From jars to cans to aluminum foil, there's lots available. You may even utilize items such as dried beans and pasta.

Arts and crafts are great to entertain large groups. You can find a project for any age group. Find age appropriate projects online.

If you want to give children hours of fun with learning how to use different colors and lines together, get them a Spirograph. Seeing the pens slide around the patterns while you follow the various shapes lets your kids know how wave patterns operate.

When doing arts and crafts with children, look for additional learning opportunities in the project. Depending on their age, ask them questions about the supplies, such as how many there are or how many more they need.

Buy your supplies wholesale if need be. Purchasing such materials in brick and mortar stores is often fraught with high markups. Wholesale helps you save money. Pass your surplus onto friends or sell it for profit.

Try placing an ad that specifies the craft supplies that you need on a website that allows freebies and exchanges. You could be shocked at what you discover! Many people may be trashing items you have a lot of use for, and you can acquire them for a very small investment.

Help your child make a personalized food or water dish for your pet. You can use any type of bowl and many different supplies to do whatever your mind creates. Your pet will appreciate a unique dish.

If you want to really enjoy making a model car alongside your kid, get something particular to your little one's age range and physical abilities. The models that snap together are the best for younger kids and the models requiring glue and paint are better for older kids.

Use several minutes to soak paint-saturated brushes in baby oil before attempting to wash them. This allows them to be cleaned much easier, and will not harm the bristles allowing them to last longer.

Making things that you can use in your home makes arts and crafts even more satisfying and fun. There are lots of items that you can make including things, like picture frames and flower pots. They also make excellent gifts for friends and family alike.

Sewing may be dying but you can still make lots of cool projects using it. Choose a fabric that you love and begin a new project. Look through pattern books to select a pattern and follow the instructions.

Look in your kitchen if you want to find cheap materials for arts and craft projects. Paper plates, beans, glue and some sparkly paint can create a masterpiece. Let the kids glue pasta into patterns on paper plates, then let them paint the pasta.

Are you at a loss about learning to knit? Fear not, for there are many instructional materials out there that can take you from beginner to expert. You can learn all you need about knitting just by reading the instructions and looking at pictures.

You should now have some great ideas. Use this knowledge to enhance your new projects. If you choose, you can even give some away as gifts to your loved ones.

Tips On How To Stop Hair Loss Once And For All

Treating hair loss is an effortless activity if done in an effective manner. It is integral to tackle hair loss knowledgeably in order to preserve and stimulate proper growth of your hair. The tips below offer numerous ideas concerning treating hair loss effectively. Carrying out these suggestions will lead to stronger, fuller hair.

As there exist certain skin conditions and diseases which can cause hair loss one of the first things you should do if you are experiencing beyond normal hair loss is consult with a dermatologist. He or she will be able to tell you if you have a skin condition, or if the hair loss is caused by something else. Knowing is half the battle.

One way to promote healthy hair is to get enough vitamin C into your diet. Collagen plays a vital role in keeping hair alive and healthy. Vitamin C can aid in proper production of collagen. If you aren't getting the proper amounts of vitamin C, eat more citrus or take a supplement.

If you are suffering from severe hair loss, it is important that you see your doctor. Certain serious medical conditions, including diabetes, can be the cause of your hair loss. If it is a medical condition, you need to have it treated before you even try to regrow your hair.

If you are on the swim team in high school or college, or you just like to use the pool a lot, refrain from staying underwater too long. Soaking your hair in water for a long time can lead to dryness and hair loss. Wearing a swimming cap can really help. Use a quality conditioner to help to protect your hair.

If you're losing hair, make sure that you strive to use natural shampoos. A lot of today's shampoos, especially scented shampoos, are very harsh on the scalp and can accelerate hair loss. Gently wash your hair with products that are all-natural and gentle on your scalp to avoid further hair loss.

Think about starting out on a vitamin regimen in order to prevent further hair loss. Vitamins B, C, D, and E have all been known to help strengthen and fortify the chemicals in your body, as well as supporting your body's cellular growth. Starting a multi-vitamin regimen might just help you prevent hair loss.

Exercise is a key to preventing hair loss. Although it does not directly effect hair, it does help to circulate blood throughout the body, which is the key to keeping strong, healthy hair. Exercise is also good for your health in general and should be done on a regular basis.

Hair and nails are made of keratin, which derives from protein. Make sure that you have enough protein in your diet. The best way to get a lot of protein in your diet is from meats and poultry, but if you are a vegetarian you should consider taking a supplement.

In order to mitigate hair loss or see a substantial decrease in hair loss you need to eat a healthier diet. This means you should eat more fruits, vegetables, beans, and non-fatty meats like fish and poultry. Stay away from complex carbohydrates because they produce sugars that are harmful to your body's balance.

If you have lost your hair, whether due to genetics or something like chemotherapy, one way in which you can help this is simply to accept it. There is no shame in losing your hair. It happens to millions of people around the globe. Embracing it now might just be the best way to go.

There are many causes of eyebrow hair loss, such as too frequent eyebrow plucking and use of eyebrow pencils, as well as aging. If your doctor determines that your eyebrow thinning is caused by aging, you may use eyebrow cosmetics to hide the hair loss. If it's caused by certain medical conditions, you can use eyebrow Rogaine to diminish loss.

Do not despair if you suffer from hair loss shortly after giving birth to your child. The change in your hormone levels can be the likely cause of this condition, so there is no cause for alarm. Usually, when your hormone levels regain their balance after your pregnancy, your hair growth will stabilize again.

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If you are struggling with hair loss, it is a good idea to steer clear of tight hairstyles. The tight hairstyles include buns, ponytails, and braids. If you keep your hair in a tight style, you will experience more hair loss. Try to keep your hair as loose as possible if it must be pulled up.

Treating hair loss is wonderful for obtaining a revitalized, energetic look. The tips given in this article will help you to engage in treating hair loss correctly and minimize any damage possibly caused by being uninformed. When you include treating hair loss into your regular activities properly you will obtain noticeable results faster.

Tips On How To Take Care Of Your Hair

There are many things you can do in order to care for your hair. However, a lot of people do not know this and just let their hair go. This is a bad thing, but do not worry because you are in the right place. Short hairstyles This article can help you learn how to care for your hair the correct way.

Moisturize your curly hair with natural essential oils. Regardless of ethnicity, curly hair is prone to dryness and breakage. While there are many moisturizers on the market, simple oils such as jojoba and coconut are most easily utilized by your body. Furthermore, they are inexpensive!

Drink more water! Your hair needs water to thrive especially during the winter months. Increasing your water intake will help no matter what your hair type is. Start carrying a bottle with you and make sure that you are going through at least a few bottles every day. Your hair will thank you.

For proper hair care, be sure to rinse your hair thoroughly after washing it. Shampoo and conditioner left in the hair can leave a residue that dulls the hair. Do not just rinse once and stop. You need to make sure you rinse your hair thoroughly and remove all the hair care products from it so it will be shiny and not dull.

After shampooing your hair you should always rinse it out the best you can. Even if you think all of the shampoo is out of your hair you should rinse it out again. Shampoo residue can cause build up and dry out your hair and scalp that can cause dandruff.

A great way that you can reduce the breakage of your hair is to put tea tree oil in your shampoo. This nutrient is very important for the health of your hair and helps to maintain firm strands. Adding this nutrient to your shampoo or conditioner yields a fresh and vibrant style.

It is important that you use a good conditioner to make your hair stronger and get rid of tangles easily. Apply your conditioner after rinsing the shampoo out of your hair. Make sure that your hair is completely covered and wait a few minutes for the conditioner to soak your hair.

Get a haircut every six to nine weeks to keep your hair looking its best. Over time, your hair will break and the ends will split. This creates uneven layers that make your hair look unhealthy and dull. Getting frequent haircuts will help to keep the ends from splitting all the way up to the roots, and help keep your hair shinier and healthier.

Start brushing and untangling your hair from the bottom up. Take care to gently release knots so the hair is not damaged. As you work the knots out, you can then use complete strokes from the roots to tips slowly and gently.

Wet your hair before you jump in your pool. If you allow your hair to absorb fresh water before jumping in, it will not absorb as much of the damage causing chlorine. Your hair will not dry out as badly if you take this step each and every time you swim in chlorinated water.

Use blow-dryers with caution. Blow-drying can be harsh on your hair, so if you must use one, make sure you are using it correctly. Always aim the dryer so that the nozzle points down the shaft of your hair, away from your scalp. Use a round brush to isolate individual sections of your hair for drying, and use the cool setting to set your hair when you are done.

In the summer, refrain from staying out in the sun too long. The sun can have very damaging effects on the surface of your scalp and can also cause your hair to dry and color. Try staying indoors, as much as possible, if you desire to maintain a quality hair care regimen.

Hairstyles

Take care with brushing your hair if it is still wet. While hair is wet, it is weaker and more susceptible to tension and breakage. Allow most of the moisture to leave your hair before you begin brushing. Also, avoid creating too much tension on your locks from hairstyles that increase breakage over time, such as cornrows or high-tension braiding.

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A soft, smooth pillowcase can help you keep your hairstyle, as well as, your hair. Sleeping on a pillow covered in a textured fabric or low-thread count cotton pillowcase can actually pull your hair and cause it to fall out. Use a smooth pillow-covering, wherever you lay your head and help keep your hair where it belongs.

You should no longer feel ashamed of your hair, you now can use what you learned today to care for your hair. It is a good thing to start using the tips from this article sooner than later, this way you can notice results sooner and start feeling confident with your hair again.

Simple Ideas To Help You Improve Your Fashion

How easy is it for you to make fashion choices? Can you put a few garments together and make a fashionable Mehandi Designs look in seconds? Or do you have trouble just choosing a simple pair of pants? If you fall into the latter category, don't worry, as this article has just the fashion advice you need.

When choosing clothes, think about what season you are. If you look good in reds and oranges, you are a "summer" and probably will look good in any warm color (like yellow). If you look good in blues, you are likely a "winter" and look good in whites and greys as well.

If you have to wear stockings, make sure that you wear some that fit you very well and are not too large or too small. Wearing the wrong size can make you very uncomfortable and it does not look good for you if you have to adjust them in public areas.

A simple black blazer is a fantastic addition to any wardrobe. You can use it to dress up almost any outfit. Then, you can remove it if you change to a more casual venue. The color will also match virtually anything in your closet, from jeans to business casual blouses and slacks.

Choose items to add to your wardrobe that make sense for your lifestyle. If you spend most of your time in jeans, then buy the best looking and best-fitting jeans that you can afford. The money you spend on an item for your wardrobe that you wear regularly is always a good investment.

Never leave home without lotion! When you're out and about, your hands can suffer the effects of a drying world. Regular hand-washing alone can wreak havoc on both your hands and your cuticles. Your best defense is to always carry a small bottle of lotion in your handbag. That way, you can always put your best hand forward.

The best time to apply body moisturizer is directly after you shower. Use it before you dry off, or after a gently towel drying. This will help to lock the moisture from the shower into your skin, doubling the benefits of the moisturizer. It will also require that you use less of the product.

Most people do not know how far beautiful skin can take you in the world of fashion. Your skin condition will have an enormous effect on your overall fashion look. Therefore, it is vital that you maintain your beautiful skin. Then, your skin will complement the beautiful clothes that you wear.

Embrace your imperfections. Although society says that we should all look a certain way, the truth is that our imperfections really make us beautiful. For instance, think of Cindy Crawford and her mole. She just would not look the same without the mole, and it actually makes her a beautiful, unique woman. Everyone has some type of imperfection, even if you can't visibly see it.

Do not simply go with the general consensus when it comes to fashion. You may look silly in the same outfit that looks fabulous on the model walking down the runway. Look to your own likes as you weigh trends from popular magazines and shows. Rely on your instinct and individual taste when making fashion choices. They will not lead you in the wrong direction.

If you have "problem" hair, you may be washing it too much. It's not always a good idea to wash your hair daily. When you do this, you strip natural oils and end up with a chemical buildup on your hair. If you must wash your hair daily, use gentle, natural shampoo and conditioner and don't scrub your hair. Just stroke the product through it and let it rinse out gently under warm, running water. Allow your hair to air dry rather than blow-drying.

Stand out by embracing your unique features. Some may see high cheekbones or birth marks as flaws, but highlighting what makes you the person you are will set you apart. People will remember you for that "flaw" and may even find you more attractive because of it. That cute little mole or dimples may be your selling point.

Dress for your body type. What body feature do you like best? Don't focus on your cleavage if your best feature is your legs. A slightly above-the-knee skirt paired with attention-getting heels are the basic ingredients for fashion success for those with great legs. To keep it simple, use what works for you!

Given the advice provided, do you see fashion in a new light? It the process of choosing attractive clothing combinations easier than before? Now that you have the tools to create the desirable fashion you want, you can get the look you've been wanting and create more just like it.

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