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Everyone shut the fuck up he's reading

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It will be coming Sunday FYI !!

So I ended up having to splurge on a completely new laptop (RIP my bank account… but I’ve been meaning to buy a new one for a while now. Just didn’t expect it to be so soon 🫠).

I will have chapter 7 of Imperfect Pitch up by this weekend as I try to get back into routine. I also started an internship with weird hours, so I’m still trying to organize myself for the summer. Sorry it took so long to get this out; I was trying to use a different computer but it wasn’t working out.

Here is a snippet in the meantime:

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So I ended up having to splurge on a completely new laptop (RIP my bank account… but I’ve been meaning to buy a new one for a while now. Just didn’t expect it to be so soon 🫠).

I will have chapter 7 of Imperfect Pitch up by this weekend as I try to get back into routine. I also started an internship with weird hours, so I’m still trying to organize myself for the summer. Sorry it took so long to get this out; I was trying to use a different computer but it wasn’t working out.

Here is a snippet in the meantime:

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Hey guys, so I have not been able to update anything rn bc I’m pretty sure my laptop’s battery is dead 😃 (I need it for my job too so this has not been a fun week so far!!!). I’m hoping to get this resolved soon, but in the meantime, I’ll continue writing on my phone, and if anyone wants, I’ll post a snippet.

I’m really sorry!! Right when my schedule is starting to calm down, I still have inconveniences 😭.

Regardless, I hope everyone is doing well. The world has been crazy, and I hope you’re all safe ❤️.

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Happy father's day to the father who stepped up

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friendly reminders:

you don't have to be productive every day

you are worthy even if all you did today was get out of bed

there are people out there who care about you

your existence makes a difference

if something bothers you, then it bothers you. no one has the right to tell you otherwise

you are allowed to take up space

there is no 'right way' to grieve

you cannot put a time limit on emotions

your likes and interests are valid and they matter

it's okay to take your time in doing things. not everyone can do everything at the same pace

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regarding ICE as someone who has done some reporting on it and talked to both ICE and immigration lawyers

in different states, there are often different levels of law enforcement with ICE. california, for example, has the california values act and so in many jurisdictions, law enforcement is less likely to involve itself with immigration matters. pay attention to the history of your area's compliance with ICE. it also means law enforcement may not know ICE is around.

ICE vehicles do not have to be marked. oftentimes their enforcement and removal cars are not marked as "border patrol" or "ICE" or anything. their plates are usually "exempt" plates.

ICE officers are SUPPOSED to wear identifiable clothing and gear when performing operations, but are often in plainclothes, even during operations.

for reasons above, it might not be obvious that ICE is in your area or that a car you see is involved with ICE operations. FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH LOCAL COMMUNITIES. trusted nonprofits and people who work with undocumented and nonstatus people will often be keeping tabs on ICE. law enforcement in some areas may know as well. find out if ICE is in your area through vetting sources and then keep tabs on them too.

try to provide information in as many languages as you can.

tell people: ICE NEEDS A JUDICIAL WARRANT TO ENTER YOUR HOME--not one signed by a higher up ICE official, it MUST be signed by a judge. ICE may insist that they don't need a warrant, that they operate differently. they are using scare tactics.

lastly, regardless of your immigration status: KNOW YOUR RIGHTS. you can access the Immigration Legal Resource Center's red cards page, which can express your rights in a legally defensible way when ICE comes to your door. print some for your community. distribute them to people. they can be a useful resource! (https://www.ilrc.org/red-cards-tarjetas-rojas)

stay safe and protect each other, especially the most vulnerable groups among us.

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Hi! Just wanted to say I have a song suggestion for your IAL playlist — “Impossible” by James Arthur. I think it really captures Levi’s POV!

��� You have gone and so effortlessly

You have won, you can go ahead, tell them

Tell them all I know now

Shout it from the rooftops

Write it on the skyline

All we had is gone now

Tell them I was happy

And my heart is broken

All my scars are open

Tell them what I hoped would be impossible

Falling out of love is hard

Falling for betrayal is worse

Broken trust and broken hearts

I know, I know

And thinking all you need is there

Building faith on love and words

Empty promises will wear I know “

You just unlocked a memory I forgot I had because I totally remember listening to this song a decade ago omg lol. Never imagined it would relate to something I wrote a decade later 😭. Ty for the suggestion! The lyrics honestly fit perfectly.

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Alright, so my goal for next Sunday is to get another chapter of Love Unscripted up, which means I’m gonna skip Imperfect Pitch on Saturday. It’s been about a month since I last updated LU and I need to get it together (I’m just not happy with it… but I don’t wanna leave it unfinished 😭. I’ll speak more on it after I actually finish it). IP will be the week after.

I will get the next chapter of LU up by next week no matter what, even if it might be delayed by a day or two (I work 6 days this week + have other commitments… RIP). I honestly still don’t know how I want it to end, but I’m working on it.

Thank you to anyone who has been willing to try my newer works! I appreciate sm :). It’s been a little scary exploring other ideas after IAL bc it gets quiet at times, but I’m trying not to let it discourage me. Literally seeing even one person like my stuff is enough for me.

I hope everyone is doing well! :)

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HIIII I'm from the AO3 site so I gotta ask, have you considered writing a Victorian AU? or have you thought about making an AU about royalty or knights or historians? I really love your story "In Another Life"

Hi, love!!

I’ve definitely considered something similar, but I’m not too confident I can pull it off lol. I feel like I’d fail at being historically accurate most of the time, and it would require a lot of world building which I’m not super good at.

I do have a recommendation though! It’s a knight Levi and princess reader - To Sing a Song of Steel (check out the content warnings first!!). It is very tragic, but one of the best Levi fanfics I’ve ever read. Maybe it’s similar to what you’re looking for :).

Thanks for the ask! I’m so glad you enjoyed IAL :)

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what my dreams are made of

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hiii, i just want to recommend the song “symphonia ix” by current joys because it really reminds me of levi in ial🥹 recently reread it and i really miss the era, i don’t think i’d ever get tired rereading it because the way you write everything is beautiful. the whole ‘lovers to enemies’ trope was tragic as well, and the way you captured their emotions is amazing! so yea ig while rereading it, i kept replaying symphonia ix esp during the betrayal arc. looking forward if u ever write something about ial in the future, but no pressure pooks!! <3

Ah, thanks for the song rec! I have some songs saved of Current Joys (Blondie, New Flesh, Become the Warm Jets), now I can add another :). I have such a soft spot for mellow, sad-sounding indie music 🤧.

I’m glad you enjoyed the story, my lovely ❤️. I feel like a part of me moved on from it, but seeing how many people still feel connected to it makes me reflect back to how I felt when I was writing it and I get a little bit nostalgic (it hasn’t even been a year since I finished it, I feel so dramatic sksjdjjd). Honestly, I think I just really enjoy writing angst because of how much depth goes into it and I want to get back to it soon.

Have a lovely day ❤️

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I like to think that right before he kisses you, Levi takes his time. When you’re so close to him he can feel you with all his senses. Your breathing, your smell, your skin, your warmth. His eyes roam your face while his thumb brushes your cheek, his other hand playing with your hair. You’d think he’d get straight to it like he does with everything else; but no, it’s one of the few things he loves to savor. 

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a whole bunch of gazan mutual aid projects and nonprofits. if the decision of which individual fundraiser to give to feels too daunting, or if you just want to help as many people as possible in one go, these are great initiatives to support.

care for gaza - focuses on providing food and essential supplies. donate here or here.

connecting humanity - securing internet access via donations of virtual sim cards (esims). if you can't afford a whole plan yourself, crips for esims is a communal pool that will use your donation to purchase and maintain esims

gaza soup kitchen - provides food, medical care, and classes for children. also has a gofundme

glia gaza medical support initiative - provides medical care through field clinics and tents at hospitals. donations can also be sent through their website.

ele elna elak - provides clean water, food, clothing, and shelter. they also have a gofundme

life for gaza - raising money for the gaza municipality to repair water and waste management infrastructure

taawon - partners with local civil organizations to provide food, water, medical care, shelter, and basic supplies

the sameer project - running various initiatives providing tents, medical care, and necessities. they have their own encampment project focused on sheltering families with children, sick and disabled members, or members in need of perinatal care

islamic relief worldwide's gaza emergency appeal - provides food, water, hygiene kits, medical supplies, and psychological support

baitulmaal - provides a variety of necessities, including food, water, shelter, and medical supplies

gaza mutual aid fund - distributes food, hygiene products, water, and other essential supplies, including financial support. run by @/el-shab-hussein's amazing friend Mona. updates can be found on her instagram.

hygiene kits for gaza - provides hygiene supplies including menstrual products, wipes, and toothbrushes/toothpaste

anera - provides a variety of necessities, including food, water, hygiene supplies, medicine, blankets and mattresses, and psychological care

palestine children's relief fund - provides supplies and support with a focus on children. also has an initiative for lebanon

dahnoun mutual aid - provides water, food, tents, baby supplies, financial support, and other necessities. updates can be found through their instagram

certainly this is not an exhaustive list, so please feel free to add on other projects or organizations that i didn't include. and as always, please take the time to donate if you can and share. it truly makes all the difference.