#juan mango

[starsoverjupiter]

4/10/24

total: 384 :/

cals burned: 60

today was ROUGH.

late last night i ate frito scoops and sour cream while i played minecraft with my friend >~< sugh that's where it all went downhill.. I CANNOT SNACK. I SHOULD NOT SNACK ITS BAD FOR ME.///160+60

i woke up late and disoriented as usual, i take a lot of benadryl before bed every night.. i was supposed to get up for therapy and then i fell back asleep for an HOUR!!! when i woke up at 1:45 i realized i would have to do a telehealth appointment, which i HATE. it's harder to talk, and i always end up doing 30 minutes even though i pay for an hour session. it went okay i guess. anyways i ate half of a everything bagel + cream cheese which i honestly did not really enjoy.///95

after that i smoked and rotted until work, my friend said he was going to pop by for a minute before but his BUS got DELAYED! it's okay tho we're hanging out next Saturday, work was slow, i left half an hour early and my pervy 60 year old coworker Juan offered me a ride home, and then made me drive with him while he delivered a pizza.. but i got home safely.

i walked my dogs for a while, we went around my neighborhood,, they've been tearing down the woods and all the trees nearby to make room for more homes, it sucks.

i've lived here all my life and i always was able to run around in the woods as a kid, and i could take my dogs, but now they've torn ALL of it down, im talking acres, and for what???? anyways i walked my dogs through what used to be a little wooded area, found some cool plants, and a lot of golf balls!

my friend came over a little bit after, we smoked and he got too high and left lol.. i made cookies last night at my best friends house! i left some there for her but brought the rest home to share, i nibbled on a little bit just to try it, it was so thick and yummy omg..///32

then i played with my dogs and trained them with half a mandarin, i ate the other half///23

omg and then my plug texted me he was otw but i didn't see until he was ten minutes away, so i started to tear my room apart looking for my wallet, and i couldn't find it.. i texted him and told him i was looking everywhere for it and he blocked me LOL, i was sad ab that and i ate a little piece of mango :/ i gave the rest to my dog i shouldnt have had it ugh i hate myself sm i feel so fat///14

goodnight :(

#girl blogger #blog #mini rant #about my day #low cal restriction #low cal diet #cal log #low cal food #calories #⭐️ve #thinspø #meanspø #skiiiny #thigh g4p #sweetsp0 #sk1n4ndb0n3s #light as a 🪶

[spanishskulduggery]

what are some spanish books you'd recommend? (i'm probably about a high schooler in terms of reading comprehension, but if you have any difficult/gritty recommendations, that would be perfect) muchos gracias :D

(An anon sent in a similar question looking for B1/B2 level books)

One of the better contemporary authors of what you might consider YA fiction is Laura Gallego García so I'd recommend her especially if you like fantasy.

I first found about her from Las memorias de Idhún. If you're on Netflix, you can see an anime based on it called "The Idhun Chronicles" - and one of the main actresses is Michelle Jenner who is an extremely well-known Spanish actress [she played Isabel in the well-known historical drama Isabel about the Catholic Monarchs in Reconquista times]

If anyone has any other suggestions, please write them in

Other books/stories you might like:

Esperanza renace by Pam Muñoz Ryan

Como agua para chocolate by Laura Esquivel

La casa en Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros

La sombra del viento by Carlos Ruiz Zafón [fairly advanced]

La casa de los espíritus by Isabel Allende [somewhat advanced]

El Conde Lucanor by Don Juan Manuel [advanced at times; but it's styled like fables or multiple short stories]

El burlador de Sevilla y el convidado de piedra by Tirso de Molina [advanced at times with language, but very easy to follow; also a play]

I would also say look into translations of things like Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, or Hunger Games [Los juegos del hambre] and other YA fiction that is more geared towards highschoolers and teenagers because the language used is not as complex but still really useful. Also, many 1st person novels are really good for showing you the yo forms of a lot of verbs especially irregular verbs.

Also some people really recommend El alquimista "the Alchemist" in the Spanish version by Paulo Coelho. It's a very well-known book for high schoolers though it is somewhat advanced in places

PS Also gotta recommend Hombres necios que acusáis by Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz. It's a poem, but it reads like the rawest slam poetry you've ever heard and also still frighteningly relevant in feminism

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You may also enjoy short stories. If one author has multiple stories I'll just include the name once in the list. Some of these are translations of other short stories you'll probably know of which helps the comprehension better!

El rubí by Rubén Darío La ninfa El velo de la reina Mab La muerte de la emperatriz de China El palacio del sol

Blancanieves [Snow White] by the Brothers Grimm Rumpelstiltskin Pulgarcito [Tom Thumb] La Cenicienta [Cinderella]

Cuentos by Esopo [or, "Aesop's Fables"]

El barril de amontillado by Edgar Allan Poe Los crímenes de la calle Morgue La máscara de la muerte roja

El loco de Sevilla by Miguel de Cervantes [a story within a story; it's from Don Quixote, but it's a very well-known vignette in the novel] La pastora Marcela [also a story within a story; some frame of reference, Don Quixote is riding around and comes across a funeral and people are accusing a shepherdess Marcela of spurning this dude's love and he couldn't handle it - Marcela then appears out of nowhere and drags everyone and we love to see it]

Cine Prado by Elena Poniatowska

El regalo de los Reyes Mago [The Gift of the Magi] by O. Henry

La sirenita [The Little Mermaid] by Hans Christian Andersen

Caperucita Roja [Little Red Riding Hood] by Charles Perrault La Bella Durmiente [Sleeping Beauty]

Las mil y una noches [1001 Nights] by Anonymous

La muñeca menor by Rosario Ferré

El almohadón de plumas by Horacio Quiroga

La noche boca arriba by Julio Cortázar

Los dos reyes y los dos laberintos by Jorge Luis Borges

Biblioteca Digital Ciudad Seva

This is my usual go-to for reading classics translated into Spanish [there's also the Gutenberg Project if you're looking for ebooks]

Just some general advice:

-Anything by Cervantes is quite old and you will need to find a more modern version or you'll end up with some very antiquated spellings and grammar. He wrote Don Quixote and some other short stories/plays, and all of his mini-stories from Don Quixote are the same general difficulty.

-I do love Borges but for God's sake DO NOT read El jardín de los senderos que se bifurcan "The Garden of Forking Paths". It is advanced, and confusing even for native speakers. I mean this is a story people dedicate a thesis on to try and unravel. It's the kind of thing that you read, you read the wikipedia/rincón del vago entries, and reread and still get confused

-If you're feeling like you want a good challenge, try reading El Popol Vuh which is a book of Maya myths/history/etc, and it's an extremely important in indigenous cultures and history. People have called it the Maya Book of Genesis [though be aware the original translation was done by a Dominican friar named Francisco Ximénez, and there are some modernized versions]

...

Also, speaking of Rincón del Vago is like a Spanish version of Sparknotes. I'm not saying you should be using it to do your homework, but if you happen to find something like Alice in Wonderland / Alicia en el país de las maravillas you can read through the entry in Spanish as reading practice

#Spanish #langblr #recommendations #books #learning spanish #language #languages #learn spanish #asks #ref #refs #recursos

[corinneecrivaine]

SAPPHIC ROMANCE

ORIGINAL FANFIC

THE DAY YOU HEALED MY SOUL

Main characters Kit and Jade

Parallel Universe

PART 4

Titre : AN EMERGING FRIENDSHIP.

Upon their arrival, a symphony of aromas wafted from the colorful stalls overflowing with tropical fruits, exotic spices, and artisanal products, accompanied by the sounds of vendors calling out their enticing offers. The intoxicating scents of local cuisine mingled with the spicy aromas of fresh herbs and the delightful fragrance of freshly caught fish. The stalls were adorned with piles of golden mangoes, juicy pineapples, and vibrant-toned bananas. Exotic-shaped vegetables and brightly colored spices added vibrancy to this lively and colorful market.

The merchants were smiling warmly, offering samples of exquisite fruits and traditional seafood dishes. The air was filled with lively conversations and a gentle ambient music played by a local band.

Kit took a deep breath. "It's incredible, Jade. A real little tropical paradise."

Jade nodded, joyful. "There are so many delicious choices. I often come here with my sister or my mother to shop for the restaurant. Come, let's pick out some treats for you."

Jade was warmly greeted by all the merchants as they made their way through the bustling crowd. They stopped here and there, tasting pieces of fruit and chatting with the sellers.

They found themselves in front of a seafood stall, where large, freshly caught, succulent red prawns were displayed and ready to be enjoyed. Jade made a joke that made Kit laugh. "That's Scorpia."

She chatted with every vendor, delighted to see her and curious to meet her new friend.

Spice Vendor: "Jade, sweetheart, how are you? Need some of our magical spices today?"

— Absolutely, Juan. Let me introduce you to Kit; she'll be working at the restaurant. I'm introducing her to our flavors."

— Welcome, young lady. If our Jade is sharing this moment with you, it means you mean a lot to her."

— Don't mind Kit, Juan loves to joke around

The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and Kit was feeling more and more integrated into the island community thanks to Jade.

They continued their stroll and stopped in front of the fruit vendor.

— Kit, let me introduce you to Lucia; she grows the best mangoes on the island.

— It's good to see you, Jade. Who is this lovely friend ?

— Oh, let me introduce you to Kit. Our bartender

— Welcome to our place. A friend of Jade's is already a friend to all of us.

— Thank you, Lucia.

Jade's reputation and kindness seemed to have a positive impact on everyone she met. Kit felt fortunate to be accompanied by someone so well-liked and kind.

— You see, Kit, each person here is like a piece of the puzzle that makes up this island. That's what makes it so special.

— Lucia handed a mango to Kit. "Let me offer you one of our best mangoes. They're sweet and delightfully juicy. Perfect for a day as hot as this one."

Kit accepted timidly. "Thank you.

She took a bite of the ripe fruit, savoring the sweet and juicy taste. A trickle of juice ran down her chin, which she quickly wiped away with the back of her hand.

Jade grabbed a paper napkin that Lucia handed her and approached Kit gently. "Let me help you."

With tenderness, she gently wiped the mango juice from her friend's face. Their eyes briefly met. In that moment, Kit felt the weight of her grief transform into a deep connection with Jade.

Feeling a bittersweet embarrassment, she sought an escape from this sudden intimacy and turned to Lucia, who was waiting with an amused smile.

— It's really delicious. Thank you.

She was trying to regain her emotional stability, refusing to forget Emma and the real reasons for her visit.

— Ready to head back ?" Jade asked with a smile.

They left the local market. Kit carried with her the taste of the island and the excitement of this morning filled with discovery.

*******

They returned to the apartment, arms laden with bags brimming with fresh and assorted products.

— Thank you, Jade, for taking me to the market.

— You're welcome. I loved showing you this part of our life," she replied while placing the bags on the table.

They began to unpack the groceries.

— These mangoes are truly delicious," Kit exclaimed as she took the fruits and placed them in a bowl.

— Oh, absolutely. We make some excellent cocktails with.

They continued to unpack groceries while chatting. Kit was feeling more and more comfortable with Jade. This day had created a special bond.

As they worked side by side, their hands inadvertently brushed against each other. A shiver ran down Kit's spine. Her fingers made contact with Jade's, and this simple touch triggered a flood of emotions in her. On one hand, there was this feeling of closeness with Jade; all her movements were filled with tenderness. But at the same time, there was this pain that overwhelmed her. And this simple sensation of Jade's hand, though soothing, brought back the presence of Emma.

She quickly withdrew her hand and averted her gaze, hoping that Jade wouldn't notice the emotional turmoil raging within her. The two friends resumed their tasks, but Kit remained acutely aware of the connection, both comforting and painful, growing between them.

It was at that moment that Jade's phone rang. Kit felt relieved.

"Yes, Mom. Everything's fine. I was at the market with Kit... Alright, I'll tell her and I'll join you"

She hung up and looked at her friend. "I'm sorry. It seems my mom needs me. I have to go."

— Of course.

— However, you're eating with us. Don't forget your itinerary.

— Oh, I don't want to impose, Jade. It's really kind of her but…

— You know, sharing a meal at our place is a way of showing affection.

Grateful for the warm welcome, Kit gave Jade a sincere smile.

— Thank you for making me feel at home here.

— Well, you're here for a while, so you might as well feel comfortable.

Kit hesitated for a moment before speaking.

— Jade, thank you for showing me this beautiful part of your world.

— I hope you'll let me into yours as well.

Jade left, leaving Kit with mixed feelings of gratitude and pain.

She found herself alone, emotionally lost, her thoughts centered on Emma.

"Everything I experience here is for you. My heart belongs to you," she whispered, her voice filled with tenderness and pain.

*******

— Why did you bring Kit to our secret refuges! You know they're reserved for our family! » Scorpia exclaimed furiously.

— I understand, but you should have seen the wonder in her eyes. It was like thousands of stars lighting up," Jade spoke calmly and serenely.

— Oh, no, don't tell me...," Scorpia interrupted, her anger mixed with concern. "Pull yourself together; you're headed for disaster. There's no place for you in her life or her heart, for that matter!

— I just want to be there for her, nothing more.

— What will you do when she leaves? Have you forgotten the pain Grace caused you?

— Kit has nothing in common with Grace.

— How can you be so sure? You don't even know her!

— Cause she came to honor the memory of her lost love. When she talks about it, you can feel so much passion but also immense sorrow.

Scorpia's sharp words awakened an old pain in Jade, the memory of the day Grace broke her heart. The recollection was painful.

*******

The two sisters were sitting on the beach that bordered the family restaurant, watching the waves break on the shore. The wind gently blew through their hair.

Scorpia sensed the sadness in her sister's eyes. "Is everything okay?"

Jade stared at the horizon, then suddenly burst into tears, crying her heart out. It was a deep pain she was expressing, her breath hitching between each shed tear.

Scorpia held her in her arms. "What happened ?" She asked the question even though she knew the answer.

— Grace left me. She claimed she found someone else who could give her more than I ever did.

Scorpia was both deeply saddened and incredibly angry at the person who had just broken her sister's heart. She couldn't hide her emotions.

— I never liked her. If I ever run into her, I… (She held her sister tightly, as if trying to contain her anger.) I'm sorry you have to go through this. I'm here, little sister. I won't let anyone hurt you again. I just hope you won't let this wound stop you from loving again. You deserve to be loved the way you love others.

Scorpia's anger pulled Jade out of her sad memories.

*******

The tension was palpable between the two sisters.

"I haven't forgotten, Scorpia, what you told me after you comforted me," Jade said.

Melissa arrived at that moment, putting an end to the argument.

"Kit has just arrived."

Jade joined her, leaving her sister with her mother.

— Honey, you shouldn't have brought up Grace's name. Arguing with your sister won't help and won't change her mind. She's an adult and will make her own decisions.

— An adult!!!! With her crazy dreams!!! And... She shouldn't be getting attached to Kit like this, in such a short time. Mom, we all know that sooner or later Kit will leave, and Jade will be hurt. (Scorpia couldn't contain her anger.)

— Feelings aren't something we can control, and they're not limited by time. Sometimes, it sweep us up instantly, without warning. That's the magic of human connections. Neither you nor I can predict what tomorrow will bring. (Melissa spoke to her daughter, her gaze soothing, hoping to calm her anger.)

Scorpia let out a sigh. "I've always been there to fix her mistakes, but this time, I don't think I can."

Melissa placed a comforting hand on her daughter's shoulder. "Scorpia, my honey, you can't control your sister's feelings. Whatever happens, it's important that we're there for her, that we support her, even if we don't fully understand her. Let's go eat."

"I have things to do."

*******

The meal had taken place in a friendly atmosphere, but Scorpia's absence was a silent reminder of her argument with Jade.

While Kael had enthusiastically spread out a map of the island on the table, he had started showing Kit all the beautiful places to visit. Each of the descriptions was filled with anecdotes, fascinating details, and personal stories, making each location even more appealing.

Jade slipped gently into the conversation, adding a touch of humor to it, although the weight of the argument with her sister still lingered in her mind. She wished she could share this warm atmosphere with her sister, to show her how special Kit was. She hoped that with time, Scorpia would get to know her and eventually accept her presence.

« By sharing each of our adventures on this island with her, Kit is with us until dawn," Jade said.

Kit smiled, and even Kael's expression seemed to soften. He grumbled, "Go help your mother in the kitchen."

The itinerary that Kit had meticulously prepared for Emma was now spread out before them. Her fingers delicately traced the paths drawn on the map, highlighting each place carefully chosen by Emma, as if she could feel her presence through them.

Jade approached gently. Her proximity made Kit startle. Her heart began to beat faster, and her body trembled from within. She tried to hide this internal conflict, as her feelings for Emma were still very much alive within her.

"You know, there's so much more on this island than what can be seen on a map. Some of the most fascinating stories remain hidden. Each place holds a little secret, a story waiting to be discovered. Just like this place," Jade said.

The moment Jade placed her hand on the map, close to Kit's, the latter slowly withdrew hers, overwhelmed by a feeling of attraction and fear. She forbid herself from betraying her lost love.

Kael, who had been silently following the conversation, chimed in, "That's what makes this island so special. There's a magic in its lands that goes far beyond appearances."

Kit let her thoughts wander, "I understand Emma's passion for this island and her desire to come here better now."

Kael, surprised, was about to speak up when Jade stopped him with a nod.

As the conversation between Kit and Kael progressed, Kit was swept away by a wave of nostalgia. She thought of her father with the painful certainty that she would never share this kind of experience with him. She was both overwhelmed by the determination to honor Emma's memory and saddened by the void her father had left in her life. Kael brought her back to reality.

— Young lady, I hope all of this will help you during your stay with us.

— Yes, thank you for your help.

— Jade, why don't you take your friend to get her car?

— Let's go.

*******

When the two friends entered Boorman's warehouse, the air was immediately filled with the distinctive smell of metal and wood, a mixture of aromas that was both raw and rich. This place was a true maze of treasures. All sorts of strange and bizarre objects were stacked from floor to ceiling. Old, battered cars were next to ancient statues, age-old musical instruments, works of art, and heaps of other unusual curiosities, including some broken items. It was as if the two young women had just stepped into a museum of eccentric wonders.

What captivated Kit the most was the name of the warehouse written in handwritten capital letters above the entrance: "Boorman's Bazaar. Everything you seek, Boorman finds for you." She couldn't help but smile as she read those words.

— What is this place, Jade? It looks like a location that would hide all the lost treasures of the island.

— You haven't seen the end of your surprises. Wait until you meet the owner.

Kit couldn't resist the temptation to touch the strange objects piled up on the shelves. She reached her hand towards an old copper lantern, her fingers sliding over the worn surface, and then a pirate compass adorned with gold, admiring the smooth texture against her skin.

She was interrupted by a cheerful voice coming from the back of the warehouse. "Careful, young lady. We touch with our eyes, not with our hands, otherwise who knows what might happen! Each item here is magical."

Boorman, the man behind this artistic chaos, was just as eccentric as his hideout. He wore a top hat crowned with round glasses, dressed in a paint-splattered waistcoat, and his beard and long black hair gave him a mysterious and enigmatic air.

"Welcome, ladies, to the sanctuary of the unpredictable," he exclaimed in a voice that echoed throughout the warehouse.

Boorman zigzagged his way toward them through the mountains of objects.

He addressed Kit, "Are you looking for something specific, or would you prefer to let chance be your guide?"

Kit and Jade exchanged an amused glance. The place and the man were so eccentric that it was hard to tell if Boorman was serious or not.

But Jade put an end to his act, saying, "Stop it, Boorman. She's with me. We're here to pick up the car."

"Ah, okay. You must be Kit. Follow me."

He led them through the maze of odd objects to the back of the warehouse, where a collection of vintage cars was parked.

They stopped in front of a lime green Jeep Wrangler with an orange interior, which amused

Kit. "You certainly like colorful cars," she remarked.

Boorman grinned widely and theatrically tossed the car keys to Kit.

"May it bring you as many adventures as the island itself, young lady. And don't forget, if you need anything else, Boorman is here to serve you."

As she was about to get into the vehicle, something caught her attention. It was a small vintage motorcycle, a gray-purple Honda Super Club C50. She approached the motorcycle, admiring the design. She could feel the slight roughness of the chipped paint under her palms, the smoothness of the aged leather saddle, all the irregularities of wear that spoke of many past adventures. Her hands wrapped around the handlebars, and she felt the familiar sensation of rubber against her skin. Every contact with the motorcycle seemed to awaken a long-dormant passion within her. The scent of the bike, a mixture of old oils, gasoline, and metal, was the scent of adventure and freedom.

She looked up to meet Boorman's enthusiastic gaze. "It's amazing!" she exclaimed. "A Super Club C50, am I right?"

Boorman nodded, impressed by Kit's knowledge of motorcycles.

"Exactly. It hasn't been ridden in years," he said, pausing before continuing thoughtfully. "Here's an offer for you. If you can get it up and running again, it's yours."

"Really ?"

Kit was tempted by the offer, but she remembered that Emma had been against the idea of her riding a motorcycle, fearing she might lose her. Out of love, she had agreed not to pursue it, but life had ultimately taken Emma away from her.

"Thank you for the offer, but I'll have to decline," Kit said, choosing to respect her lost love’s wishes.

Before the girls left the warehouse, Boorman called out to Jade, "Don't forget about Wednesday night. We're expecting you and your sister."

Jade replied with a radiant smile lighting up her face, "I'll be there. Looking forward to seeing what you have in store for us."

Boorman turned his gaze to Kit and said, "Hey, young lady, you're welcome too."

Kit smiled but remained silent.

"Tchao, Boorman," Jade exclaimed before they left.

As they stood in front of Kit's apartment, the street was bathed in the gentle glow of the moon, casting mystical shadows on the sidewalk. The silence was broken only by the sounds of waves on the shore, accompanied by the nocturnal chorus of animals.

Jade turned to Kit with a friendly smile. "So, what do you think of the car?"

"It's an absolute joy to drive."

Before Jade left, Kit called out to her. "Thank you, Jade, for this day, for... your kindness and your family's hospitality towards me. Thank you for everything."

"Oh, it's nothing. It's just how we are. Come on, get some rest, tomorrow you start your first day at the restaurant. See you tomorrow. Have a good night."

"Good night. See you tomorrow."

Alone at home, Kit thought about the day, which had been both joyful and sad. She had spent wonderful moments with Jade, but she couldn't help thinking about Emma's absence, the void in her heart that seemed impossible to fill. Doubt crept in.

"Emma, my love, these beautiful moments, I imagined them with you by my side. You wanted us to come here to help me heal my wounds. This motorcycle could bring me a hint of freedom if I accepted Boorman's offer. But I made the right decision. If you had met this man, not only would you have thought he came straight out of a fantasy tale, but his demeanor would have also made you laugh a lot."

This day had introduced her to the warmth of Jade's friendship, the kindness of her parents, and even the endearing eccentricity of Boorman. She had felt the weight of her sadness slightly lift. She lay down, closed her eyes, and fell asleep, letting the memories of these moments blend with those of Emma in her dreams.

#willow #tv shows #movies #fantasy #fanfiction #savewillow #ruby cruz #erin kellyman #lgbt community #lgbtqia+ #queer #willow 2022 #willowmonth2023 #wattpad #writterscommunity #ao3 fanfic #writer on wattpad #writers on tumblr #jadeclaymore #kittanthalos #lovenovels #queernovels #queerromance #romancenovels #sapphics #tanthamore #kit and jade #women writers #queer writers #queer artist

[cizzle-freezy]

Artfight 2023 - Team Werewolves!

Despite work absolutely kicking my ASS this year (+ Juan here @ the beginning of the month), I still somehow managed to pump out 10 attacks. Kinda proud of myself for what I achieved this year!

List of attacks/revenges (mostly revenges) -

Mercy - nebulardust / @17-screaming-mangos Flavum - Toastpeople Ice Queen - Gunmoony Rama Palo & Frenzi Picante [Twilight Mirror/Ages Version] - @juan-o-clocks Malicious Intent (ft. Izulda, lmao) - @100-wolves-in-a-red-dress Xhalzia & Vahyrd - @webmegami Layla [Alternate Relic Version] - @hikaririnku-blog Sidar Meade [Cloud Strife Outfit] - @jessebizarreart Paris & Astro - DraquesFiend Flair, Castor, Clash, Estrella, & Puccin - @jorgedrawssomethings

'Twas a blast, and hope next year I have more time to draw more!

#digital art #art #artfight 2023 #artfight #team werewolves #art fight #artfight2023 #fan art #fanart #oc: Izulda #<- tagging her just in case #ngl the perspective killed me in most of these #cizzle scribbles

[destinylightsup-2006]

Okay, this time this is my grand update for my little about myself, and I remaked it by removing some of them and replaced by featuring other characters/people who I'd love to choose.

A sequel to the previous page I made before A little about me. And another A Little about me (Remake).

Sadly QUIETTALEOfficial is no longer activated here anymore for a certain reason

(A link to one of my previous references that inspire me.) www.deviantart.com/destinywith… www.deviantart.com/destinywith…

The ones that I did not add into the template, that are similar to the ones in my reference sheet.

My name is "Destiny" (but my real name is "Daniel")

Gender: Male

Age: 17

Alignment: Good

Element: Light, Enchant and Neutral

Personality: Good, Kind, Friendly, Insecure, Heroic, Helpful, Honest, Caring, Pure-hearted, Remorseful, Good natured, Brave, Nervous (sometimes), Gentle, Supportive, Thoughtful, Selfless, Accidental, Sufferable (when something wrong with him), and Well behaved (like always a lot).

Family/Pet/Relationship (I mentioned them because I don't want to use my families' real names.)

My brother

My mother

My father

My 3 cousins (female)

My 2 uncles

My 2 aunts

My grandmother

My grandfather (deceased)

My grandaunt

My granduncle (deceased)

My other relatives.

I have a French Bulldog ever since we got him on 4th June.

No love interest just yet.

Favourite Songs/Musicians

Friday Night Funkin songs (e.g. Mashup)

Owl City (Fireflies, Good Time, When can I see you again)

Ellie Goulding (Outside, Lights, Burn, Easy Lover)

Calvin Harris (We Found Love)

David Guetta (Titanium)

Taylor Swift (Love Story)

Katy Perry (Roar, Fireworks)

Panic at the Disco (High Hopes)

Imagine Dragons (Enemy, Believer, I'm so Sorry)

Skillet (Standing in the Storm, Out of Hell, Legendary)

Little Mix (Black Magic)

Clean Bandit (Symphony)

Michael Jackson (Thriller, Bad, Billie Jean, Beat it)

One Direction (One Thing)

Fifty Fifty (Cupid)

The Script (Superheroes, Hall of Fame)

Jubyphonic (Butterfly and Halloween cover)

Pretty much anything else I love.

Favourite Food

Fish & chips

Sushi

Red apples

Pizza

Macaroni

Grapes

Strawberries

Kiwi

Tangerines

Oreos

Cheesecake

Mango

Spaghetti

Ice cream

Tiramisu

Katsu

Favourite Drinks

Orange juice

Milk

Hot chocolate

Bubble tea

Lucozade

Oreo milkshake

Friends (Like I mean true Friends I communicate with them mostly)

Simphoni

Seyvert

Marta Ceccanti / @martaceccantiworld 

Rosaline Faith Heartglow / @innocent-angel-girl

Bria D./Hatari / @kuukuualchemistjuku 

Ced / Ced145 

Chey / @asktheminecraftcrew

Vabessa / Vabessa2006 

Otto / TheCoreoftheStar/@ottos-core (however I decided to leave them not being tagged so much since they're not on DA anymore)

Kylie / @kylievershion

Deli / @delicatethefox 

Samantha / SweetieSammyCakes 

Molly / Mafu0Mol 

Gianluca Ruger / @gianlucarugergr

Jedidiah Daigle / Reaperental 

Desue / DesueDraws 

Colleen (DesueDraws) 

Scarlet / RedHeartSunset 

Neoshi / NeonFluffyMoon1 

Norman / NormanTheWolfman2002 

Carno / CarnoProductions 

Chelsie / ChelsTheMutant667 

Juan Jose / JJproduction297 

Dylan Jewelson (@innocent-angel-girl) 

Spinel (@innocent-angel-girl) 

Candy (Precure)

Mylai the Ghostfire (Ced145) 

Gingerbrave (Cookie Run)

Kirby

Edd, Matt and Tom (Eddsworld)

Leonardo (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)

Raphael (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)

Donatello (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)

Michelangelo (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)

Gilbert the Jemling (@Princess-Faithra) 

Steven Universe

Ruby Rose (RWBY)

Weiss Schnee (RWBY)

Blake Belladonna (RWBY)

Yang Xiao Long (RWBY)

Jaune Arc (RWBY)

Red and Yellow (Larva)

Sailor Moon

Aang (Avatar)

Sora (Kingdom Hearts)

Boyfriend (Friday Night Funkin')

Girlfriend (Friday Night Funkin')

Flippy (Happy Tree Friends)

Kevin, Stuart and Bob (Despicable Me)

Strawberry Cookie (Cookie Run)

Wizard Cookie (Cookie Run)

Custard Cookie iii (Cookie Run)

Chili Pepper Cookie (Cookie Run)

Steve (Minecraft)

Felonious Gru (Despicable Me)

SMG4

Mario (SMG4)

Meggy Spletzer (SMG4)

Melony (SMG4)

Ben Tennyson (Ben 10)

Charlie Morningstar (Hazbin Hotel)

Hercules (Disney)

Mario

Luigi (Super Mario)

Sonic the Hedgehog

Po (Kung Fu Panda)

Emmet Brickowski (The LEGO Movie)

Invincible/Mark Grayson

Finn Mertens (Adventure Time

Jake (Adventure Time)

Mega-man

Jack Frost (Rise of the Guardians)

Close Friends

Jayson / @jj2k20

Eila

Rikadiah

Maia / JustAGirlOnDA 

V.C 2.0 / @v-c2-0

Emma / @emmazworld69420

Arwen Bourne / @ArwenTheCuteWolfGirl 

Zero Experience / Zexperience 

Fancy Graphics / @fancy-graphics63

Vincent / @vincentlopez

Anthony / AnthonyDraws04 

Lengieal / @lengieal 

Mark / Mark-Born 

Zoe Drake/Popping Candy (@kuukuualchemistjuku) 

Sally / SallyVEVO 

YazFly / xXYazzyChanArtsXx 

Amity Hsu / Amity-Hsu 

Remmy / RemmyTheSpaceManX101 

Spring-o-Bonnie / Spring-o-bonnie 

MsTwirlePoofs / MsTwirlepoofs 

Kate / KATEtheDeath1 

Xem / XemTheKillerDoll 

Don / DonCon206andHedgie 

Raspberry Flash (SweetieSammyCakes) 

Stan Marsh (South Park)

Kyle Broflovski (South Park)

Kenny McCormick (South Park)

Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup (Powerpuff Girls)

Spider-Man

Osmosis Jones

Thomas the Tank Enginge (Thomas & Friends)

Clotted Cream Cookie (Cookie Run)

Financier Cookie (Cookie Run)

Izuku Midoriya (My Hero Academia)

Homer Simpson (The Simpsons)

Bart Simpson (The Simpsons)

Pure Vanilla Cookie (Cookie Run)

Alice (Alice in Wonderland)

Gandalf (Middle-earth)

Splendid (Happy Tree Friends)

Woody (Toy Story)

Buzz Lightyear (Toy Story)

Tanjiro Kamado (Demon Slayer)

Nezuko Kamado (Demon Slayer)

Zenitsu Agatsuma (Demon Slayer)

Inosuke Hashibira (Demon Slayer)

Lightning McQueen (Cars)

Mater (Cars)

Dipper Pines (Gravity Falls)

Mabel Pines (Gravity Falls)

Stanley Pines (Gravity Falls)

Link (The Legend of Zelda)

Samus (Metroid)

Donkey Kong

Ryuko Matoi (Kill la Kill)

Mako Mankanshoku (Kill la Kill)

Twilight Sparkle (My Little Pony)

Spike (My Little Pony)

Starlight Glimmer (My Little Pony)

Tiger Lily Cookie (Cookie Run)

Jotaro Kujo (JoJo's Bizarre Adventure)

Hollyberry Cookie (Cookie Run)

Dark Cacao Cookie (Cookie Run)

SpongeBob SquarePants

Patrick Star (SpongeBob SquarePants)

Goku (Dragon Ball)

R.O.B. (Nintendo)

Wildberry Cookie (Cookie Run)

Crunchy Chip Cookie (Cookie Run)

Meta Knight (Kirby)

Optimus Prime (Transformers)

Godzilla

Enemies/Rivals (obviously the ones that I mentioned who are targets of me and trolls that hurt my friends, but don't worry, I didn't tag them anyway)

Dreadlock ("Overall Arch-Nemesis" and evil counterpart)

Mucida, Neplacut and Brute ("2nd/secondary Arch-enemies")

Vulgarous the Portentous Dragon

Queen Mahogany

Technaz 

Rosera Doubt Heartbreaker (@innocent-angel-girl) 

Violent Marta (@martaceccantiworld)

Aubri A./Zatari (@kuukuualchemistjuku) 

Queen Aria (@kuukuualchemistjuku) 

DarkCed (Ced145) 

DarkChey (@asktheminecraftcrew) 

Midnight Darkness (Vabessa2006) 

Teeth (@ottos-core)

Keli (@delicatethefox) 

Ahtnamas (SweetieSammyCakes) 

Vinnet the Ghostfire (Ced145) 

Dark Gianluca (@gianlucarugergr)

Princess Nora (@martaceccantiworld) 

Bowser (Super Mario)

Dark Enchantress Cookie (Cookie Run)

Dr. Eggman (Sonic the Hedgehog)

Scar (The Lion King)

Storm King (My Little Pony)

King K. Rool (Donkey Kong)

Sideshow Bob (The Simpsons)

Tord (Eddsworld)

Hades (Hercules)

Diesel 10 (Thomas & Friends)

Salem (RWBY)

Niles (SMG4)

Mommy Long Legs (Poppy Playtime)

Russ Cargill (The Simpsons)

Pain and Panic (Hercules)

Plankton (SpongeBob SquarePants)

Cinder Fall (RWBY)

Dark Meta Knight (Kirby)

Ganondorf (The Legend of Zelda)

Mayor Shelbourne (Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs)

Big Jack Horner (Puss in Boots)

Dr. Octopus (Marvel's Spider-Man)

Lasombra (Hey Arnold!)

Francis (SMG4)

Thrax (Osmosis Jones)

Fliqpy (Happy Tree Friends)

Scanty and Kneesocks (Panty & Stocking)

Horned King (The Black Cauldron)

Tricky the Clown (Madness Combat)

The Auditor (Madness Combat)

Ridley (Metroid)

Queen Chrysalis (My Little Pony)

Lord Tirek (My Little Pony)

Cozy Glow (My Little Pony)

Kazuya Mishima (Tekken)

Matcha Cookie (Cookie Run)

Carnage (Spider-Man)

Pomegranate Cookie (Cookie Run)

Licorice Cookie (Cookie Run)

Poison Mushroom Cookie (Cookie Run)

Balthazar Bratt (Despicable Me)

Thanos (Marvel)

Maleficent (Sleeping Beauty)

Master Xehanort (Kingdom Hearts)

Metal Sonic (Sonic the Hedgehog)

Infinite (Sonic the Hedgehog)

Sir Pentious (Hazbin Hotel)

Black Hat (Villainous)

Kavaxas (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles)

Bill Cipher (Gravity Falls)

Megatron (Transformers)

Black Pearl Cookie (Cookie Run)

Slenderman

King Ghidorah (Godzilla)

Neutral/Grey Area (Neither do I trust them, but do sometimes help out)

Beavis and Butt-head

Hank J Wimbleton (Madness Combat)

Peter Griffin (Family Guy)

Eric Cartman (South Park)

Randy Marsh (South Park)

Deadpool (X-Men)

Johnny Bravo

Panty and Stocking

Conker (Conker's Bad Fur Day)

Lumpy (Happy Tree Friends)

Discord (My Little Pony)

Phantom of the Bwahpera (Super Mario)

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[malinastharlock]

Just some random food art I've done that I put through an AI filter.

Mango Margarita (Mango flavored Margarita from Don Juan's)

Chili Cheese Dogs with Macaroni and Cheese (beer & onion boiled Nathan's Hot Dogs topped with ketchup, honey mustard, onions, chili, and sharp cheddar cheese. Then it's toasted in the air fryer. The Mac and Cheese is Kraft)

Sweet Pork Tacos (Pork Carnitas on Sweet Hawaiian tortillas, topped with sharp cheddar cheese and toasted in the air fryer, then further topped with sweet red onions, home made taco sauce and some sour cream.)

Fruity Pebbles Treat (Fruity Pebbles mixed with melted marshmallows and rainbow chocolate chips)

Big La-o 🍔 (a 1/2 inch thick burger patty on a grilled Sweet Hawaiian Burger bun topped with pineapple, smoked provolone cheese, sweet red onions, honey mustard, and Sweet Baby Ray's Hawaiian style BBQ sauce.)

#foodstagram #foodlover #foodphotography #foodie #foodporn #food

[papayajuan2019]

top 3 favorite kombucha flavors and why, papaya juan. 1, 2, 3 go!

3. gingerberry - because it's blue with ginger, an almost perfect combination. last year i fell in love with ginger, along with infinity. blueberry is the perfect finger food too.

2. guava - everything guava is a reminder of sweets i would eat growing up. the kombucha version is the opposite of sweet but somehow thay makes it even sweeter going down. i particularly like the smell of it too.

1. mango - exuberance in bottle form. feels forbidden almost.

[professor-abeloved]

Love Like You (Paano Bang Magmahal?) [Matthias x MC New Year's Fluff]

Fandom: It Lives Within (visual novel) @itlivesproject 💜

Summary: “Don’t we, um, have a fancy schmancy dinner reservation to get to? Shouldn’t we start, I dunno, preparing for that before the whore devours get cold?” His smile softens, those bright blue eyes remaining as tender as always. “If you mean the hors d'oeuvres, it’s quite alright. You’re far more important. Now, please tell me what exactly the matter is. I’d only like to help you, darling.” A beat. Then as they always do around Matthias, Juan's defenses crumble, and he lays himself bare before his lover, exposing all their flaws and faults and feelings. — On the very last day of the year, Juan struggles with un-poachable eggs, climbable apple trees, and feeling uncomfortable in their own body. While Matthias can’t wave it all away with a magic spell, he offers his special brand of assistance.

Characters | Ships: Matthias McQuoid/Main Character (Juan "Wan” Capili)

Notes: I think dusty dream daddy and mx bodysnatcher deserve to be happy, even for a bit ;’3

for context my mc wan (they/he) is a AMAB genderqueer drag queen who hides their self-deprecation with sass and make-up 😗 ✌️ this doesn't have to be read with my other Wan fics, but some callbacks/themes would have a stronger impact if you do HAHA anyways enjoy and happy new year my dear ilw fandom <3

— The new year is often a harbinger of hopeful starts. It's a joyous farewell to past pains and baleful baggage. As one of Juan's favorite songs goes: It's out with the old, in with the new. Goodbye clouds of gray, hello skies of blue.

If only leaving trauma behind was as simple as sipping the iced tea Matthias had imported from England.

The last day of the year started innocuously enough. Juan had tried to cook eggs just the way Matthias liked them in the morning—and nearly exploded the whole kitchen in an attempt to poach an egg in the microwave. Matthias entered the kitchen then, fists blazing in anticipation of a monster attack. When Juan's horrendous cooking skills were found to be the culprit, he let out a sigh caught between fondness and exasperation. Suffice to say, Janet was given a big holiday bonus before she took her day off.

Apple picking in the afternoon had gone much better. The old Juan had childhood memories of scaling mango trees growing up in the Philippines. The new Juan technically didn't have that advantage, but he did have an innate stubbornness — as well the ability to manipulate the world around him through the Power. The awed smile on Matthias’ face was sweeter than any apple they ate.

Wan felt on top of the world (or as high as the tree could afford him to be).

But as night fell, so did Juan's confidence.

Read more on Ao3!

#matthias x mc #matthias mcquoid #ilw fic #it lives anthology #it lives within #ilw #ilw ch17 spoilers #el writes #IM GLAD I FINALLY GOT THIS FIC OUT BEFORE MATTYASS CAN POSSIBLY COMMIT ANY ATROCITIES #mattwan #ljm #juan capili #i have made something so tender between two hecked up creatures #manifesting a happy ending for mc/mattyass 2k22-2k23

[martingarata]

Los mangos bajitos, décima

Dice don Martín Garata, Persona de alto rango, Que le gusta mucho el mango Porque es una fruta grata. Pero treparse en la mata y verse en los cogollitos, Y en aprietos infinitos ... Como eso es tan peligroso, El encuentra más sabroso Coger los mangos bajitos.

Don Martin dice también Que le gusta la castaña, Pero cuando mano extraña La saca de la sartén, Y que se la pelen bien Con todos [os requisitos; Pero arderse los deditos Metiéndolos en la flama Eso si que no se llama Coger los mangos bajitos. 

Por eso la suerte ingrata De la Patria no me¡ora Porque muchos son ahora Como don Martín Garata, Que quieren meterse en plata Ganando cuartos mansitos Con monopolios bonitos, Con chivos o contrabando, O así, de cuenta de mando, coger los mangos bajitos. 

Cuando hay revolución Maña es la más antigua, Despachar a la manigua De brutos a una porción. Que al mandarlos algún don Ya se marchan derechitos, Y los dones quietecitos Cada cual queda en su casa. Para cuando todo pasa, coger los mangos bajitos ·

Cuando el toro está plantado Se verá miles toreros, Allí en los burladeros Con el pitirrio apretado. Cuando el toro otro ha matado Al punto salen toditos, Echando vivas a gritos ·y a empuñar buenos empleos, Que son todos sus deseos Coger los mangos bajitos. 

Dejen ya la maña vieja De mandar al monte gente Para tumbar presidente Sin dar motivos de queja; Que la prudencia aconseja, Que vivamos tranquilitos, como buenos hermanitos, Que mucha sangre ha costado Y la ruina del Estado Coger los mangos bajitos. 

Y que vean lo que ha costado La tumba de dos poderes, Que han muerto miles de seres Que la tierra se ha tragado. Cuántas viudas no han quedado, Y huérfanos infinitos! Cuántas miserias y gritos! Y cuánta sangre correr! ... Por unos cuantos querer coger los mangos bajitos. Ahora lo que han de hacer Echarlo todo al olvido, Y al Presidente elegido Ayudarlo a sostener. Y evitar que vuelva a haber Más viudas y huérfanos, Más crímenes y delitos, Y lárguense a trabajar, Los que quieren, SIN SUDAR, Coger los mangos bajitos.

 Juan Antonio Alix

#dice don martin garata #los mangos bajitos #mangos bajitos decima #decima dominicana

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[themiracleisstillwaiting]

Tagged by @bigshoeswamp to share some of the books I intend to read this year.

The slow professor: challenging the culture of speed in the Academy | by Maggie Berg and Barbara K. Seeber | PRINTED THIS AT THE WORK PRINTER AND I'M GLAD I DID IT BABY. Its already shedding a light about the process of corporizations of higher education institutions and how the agents (teachers and students) at those places become ridden with guilt, stress and alienation.

O Negro nos quadrinhos do Brasil ("The black man through brazilian comic books") by Nobu Chinen | Obligatory - as deemed by me, myself, I'm charging myself with this bill - to the kind of subject I'll write about for my last thesis so I can get my teaching degree, this semester.

Angola Janga, "Run for it" by Marcelo D'Salete - Comic book retelling of the battles fought by many movements made of runaway slaves for freedom, in colonial Brazil. One of the very few black men to have graduated my university - during his time - for my department of visual arts, wrote and drew this. He acts now as an art teacher and I got to meet him last year, after reading his previous works during the pandemic years.

The girl from the other side, manga by Nagabe Ive stumbled upon on a library, this february! The art is amazing.

À sombra desta mangueira ("under the shade of this mango tree" - which was translated and released in english as "Pedagogy of the Heart") by Paulo Freire. - After going through a lot of his bibliography during Uni, this is one of the most fundamental books of his work, which bel hooks references in many instances, so I need to check this one out.

Gesto inacabado by Cecilia Almeida Salles | book about visual arts creation and critique. Its essays are recent, so a breath of fresh air when it comes to academy writing on arts, in portuguese.

The last one is a really especial row, since its made of books the tagger gave me, themselves, as many gifts over the years (and that end up left unread through uni, Icry)

Van Gogh's letter to Theo | pretty self explanatory. Van Gogh's writing remains as a beam of hope.

La odisea de Juan Bautista Túpac Amaru | Tupac was named after this dude. But also, also. Last Incan leader of the indigenous resistance against the colonizers, his story told through comic books.

The dispossessed - Ursula K Leguin | Had to stop in the middle of it, but it was pretty good and intriguing. It goes far at imagining a society with no capitalist rules, and it takes us to watch a capitalist society by the eyes of an outsider.

Ok, I'll tag!!! @dotaccino, @erazr, @yuissamidare, @iguinn, @shadouko, @heart-gold-soul-silver. @cookiehoodie

Dooo this is if you caaaan!! I wanna knooow.

#I despise booktube so that's not the vibe I'm going for at all I just really like books and reading #I dont really know if I'm gonna be able to read all of this this year but we're setting a high goal #túpac's one is in spanish so thats a even tougher and exciting challenge for me (I dont speak spanish) #... like at all #get to know me #about me

[rockislandadultreads]

Hispanic Heritage Month: Nonfiction Picks

Celebrate the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th - October 15th) with one of these nonfiction picks!

Finding Latinx by Paola Ramos

In this empowering cross-country travelogue, journalist and activist Paola Ramos embarks on a journey to find the communities of people defining the controversial term, “Latinx.” She introduces us to the indigenous Oaxacans in upstate New York, the “Las Poderosas” who fight for reproductive rights in Texas, the musicians in Milwaukee whose beats reassure others of their belonging, as well as drag queens, environmental activists, farmworkers, and the migrants detained at our border. Drawing on intensive field research as well as her own personal story, Ramos chronicles how “Latinx” has given rise to a sense of collectivity and solidarity among Latinos unseen in this country for decades.

A House of My Own by Sandra Cisneros

From the Chicago neighborhoods where she grew up and set her groundbreaking The House on Mango Street to her abode in Mexico, the places Sandra Cisneros has lived have provided inspiration for her now-classic works of fiction and poetry. But a house of her own, where she could truly take root, has eluded her. With this collection, Cisneros has come home at last. Ranging from the private to the political to the literary, these poignant, unforgettable pieces give us not only her most transformative memories, but also a revelation of her artistic and intellectual influences.

My Beloved World by Sonia Sotomayor

The first Latinx (Puerto Rican) and third woman appointed to the US Supreme Court, Sonia Sotomayor has become an instant American icon. Now, with a candor and intimacy never undertaken by a sitting Justice, she recounts her life from a Bronx housing project to the federal bench, a journey that offers an inspiring testament to her own extraordinary determination and the power of believing in oneself. Through her still-astonished eyes, America’s infinite possibilities are envisioned anew in this warm and honest book, destined to become a classic of self-invention and self-discovery.

Horizontal Vertigo by Juan Villoro

The title of this book refers to the fear of ever-impending earthquakes that led Mexicans to build their capital city outward rather than upward. With the perspicacity of a keenly observant flaneur, Juan Villoro wanders through Mexico City seemingly without a plan, describing people, places, and things while brilliantly drawing connections among them. In so doing he reveals, in all its multitudinous glory, the vicissitudes and triumphs of the city’s cultural, political, and social history: from indigenous antiquity to the Aztec period, from the Spanish conquest to modern-day Mexico City.

#nonfiction #hispanic heritage month #library books #book recs #book recommendations #reading recs #reading recommendations #to read #TBR pile #tbr #booklr #book tumblr

[gastronomicaladventuresph]

Clean Beach Urbiztondo, San Juan, La Union

This is now one of our favorite place to eat and chill in Urbiztondo, San Juan. We were on our way up north and was looking for a place to grab a bite, and found this on the map. We got here around lunch on a weekday  (September) and there wasn’t a big crowd that time, but there were still a handful of guests. The weather was sunny but they had huge umbrella trees to shade their outdoor dining area. The floor is pebbled with knickknacks of assorted tables and chairs including a few mini day beds faced the beach. They also have these ”banig” and low tables with bean bags and banana pillows in the beach front so you can laze around in the sun after dining. The north winds were also lightly blowing which kept us cool as well. 

They are a self service restaurant, but it’s quite easy and convenient for us. All you need to do is view their menu, which they have a wide range of dishes and drinks, by the way, then write your orders on a piece of paper and clipboard that’s provided on the side. Walk towards the cashier and pay for your order. They accept other payment methods besides cash. Then they present you a beeper, and beep you when your order is ready for pick up. Pick up of drinks is at the bar, and food is at their open kitchen. You may sit anywhere you like and return your used plates and glasses before leaving. 

We ordered the 

Kaya Toast solo (₱170) which is basically grilled bread with their homemade coconut gata and pandan, a coat of sugar and cinammon that you dip in sunny side egg.

A Good Salad (₱165) which is a mix of cabbage, lettuce, tomatoes and your choice of garlic mayo or viniagarette dressing. This serving can be for two to share. We love this! 

Iced Beachpresso (₱180) a house special fizzy drink made of a shot of espresso and tonic water, with a slice of dried orange. It’s like a cross between an iced tea and espresso, if that makes sense. Not what I am used to, but it’s alright.

Fresh Mango Fruit Shake (₱170)This was a bit bland for my taste, but mango is mango. Pobrably too much ice?

The price range is reasonable for the quantity and taste. One thing to note is that their entrance is a bit steep and narrow from the road, so you may have a hard time driving into their parking space. 

Will definitely save this as our favourite spot every time we revisit San Juan. They also have band nights and alcoholic beverages, just for those party people out here. 

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What: Mango Pocket oversize shirt in White - REF. 57010241-JUANES-LM (Sold Out) When: Daily Look - February 7, 2024

Worn with: Generation Love jacket, Tuckernuck dress, Commando tights, Ann Taylor pumps, Chanel bag

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Me apareció un podcast donde le preguntaban a un muchacho: “¿qué le dirías a tu papá si lo tuvieras 5 minutos?”, explicando que su padre falleció cuando él tenía 3 años y que los recuerdos con él eran a base de otras personas como su mamá, tías, etc.

Hoy puse una canción de Juan Gabriel y mi tía Estela me preguntó que si a ti también te gustaba; le contesté que no sabía. Me comentó que cuando trabajabas con ella, siempre escuchabas eso.

No conozco a mi papá, porque ni siquiera recuerdo muchas cosas. Pero me acuerdo mucho de ti un día que estaba en el cuarto de ustedes con mi mamá y tú llegaste, te asomaste al cuarto y sonreías, siento que venías de ver a un paciente o apenas ibas. Traías una camisa de manga corta, de cuadros y era como color salmón. Me acuerdo de ti trayéndome tulipanes amarillos porque sabías que me gustaban. Me acuerdo de ti llenando la casa de flores un 2 de noviembre por el cumpleaños de mi mamá. Me acuerdo de ti manejando trayendo en los asientos de atrás tus repertorios de discos para ver cuál escucharíamos en el camino. Me acuerdo de ti trapeando los domingos con una camiseta blanca y un short. Me acuerdo de ti llegando a la casa y diciéndome “tú me caes re mal”. Me acuerdo de ti llevándonos un fin de semana al partido de fútbol de mi hermano, donde les gritabas a todos como si fueras el DT. Me acuerdo de tus manos resecas y rasposas por tanto que te la lavabas. Me acuerdo de los fines de semana que no te rasurabas y se sentía tu barba cuando la juntabas con mi cara. Me acuerdo de tu brazo izquierdo que a nivel del pliegue tenías una tipo clavija enterrada y me decías que la tenías desde pequeño. Me acuerdo de ti haciendo omelett con queso manchego del nochebuena y tu licuado de mango con naranja. ay papá, cuánto me hubiera gustado conocerte.

En esos 5 minutos te abrazaría, lloraría muchísimo como lo hago ahora y me gustaría que me dijeras algo que te hubiera gustado que supiera o recordara el resto de mi vida. Me gustaría mucho que abrazaras a mi mamá y a mi hermano y a la chiquis; que nos sonrieras y nos dijeras que nos amas tanto que no cabía en esta vida y tuviste que irte a otra.

Te amamos, mi Gabis.🩵