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This day in history

#15yrsago Soviet kids’-book robots https://web.archive.org/web/20100107193522/https://ajourneyroundmyskull.blogspot.com/2009/12/mummy-was-robot-daddy-was-small-non.html

#15yrsago EFF’s ebook-buyer’s guide to privacy https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2009/12/e-book-privacy

#15yrsago Botnet runners start their own ISPs https://web.archive.org/web/20100103161911/http://threatpost.com/en_us/blogs/attackers-buying-own-data-centers-botnets-spam-122109

#10yrsago Clever student uses red/blue masking to double exam cribsheet https://www.reddit.com/r/pics/comments/2pxxaj/told_my_students_they_could_use_a_3_x_5_notecard/

#10yrsago Dollar Store Dungeons! http://www.bladeandcrown.com/blog/2013/12/30/dollar-store-dungeons-the-project/

#10yrsago Delware school district wants kids to get signed permission before checking out YA library books https://cbldf.org/2014/12/delaware-school-district-considers-permission-slips-for-young-adult-books/

#5yrsago The 2010s were the decade of Citizens United https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2019/12/citizens-united-devastating-impact-american-politics.html

#5yrsago Kentucky’s former GOP governor pardoned a bunch of rapists and murderers on his way out of office, including a child rapist https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/12/20/matt-bevin-micah-schoettle-child-rapist-hymen-intact-pardon/

#1yrago A year in illustration, 2023 edition https://pluralistic.net/2023/12/21/collages-r-us/#ki-bosch

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Are Lovevery Crib Sheets Worth It? A Detailed Review

Introduction

When it comes to baby essentials, crib sheets play a crucial role in ensuring your little one sleeps comfortably. Lovevery, a well-known brand focused on child development, offers organic crib sheets designed for safety and softness. But are they worth the investment? In this article, we will dive deep into the pros and cons of Lovevery crib sheets, compare them with other brands, and help you decide if they are the right choice for your baby.

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What Makes Lovevery Crib Sheets Special?

Lovevery crib sheets are designed with both quality and safety in mind. Here are some key features that set them apart:

1. Organic and Safe Materials

Lovevery crib sheets are made from 100% organic cotton and are OEKO-TEX certified, ensuring they are free from harmful chemicals. This makes them a great choice for babies with sensitive skin.

2. Breathable and Soft Fabric

The sheets are designed to be highly breathable, reducing the risk of overheating. They also feature a soft, jersey-knit texture that provides extra comfort for your baby.

3. Durability and Easy Maintenance

Lovevery crib sheets are machine washable and designed to maintain their softness and elasticity even after multiple washes. This durability makes them a long-term investment for parents.

Pros and Cons of Lovevery Crib Sheets

While Lovevery crib sheets offer many benefits, it's important to consider both sides before making a purchase.

✅ Pros:

Made from 100% organic cotton

OEKO-TEX certified (free from harmful substances)

Soft and breathable fabric

Durable and machine washable

Elastic edges ensure a snug fit

❌ Cons:

Higher price compared to standard crib sheets

Limited design options

Only available through Lovevery’s website or select retailers

How Do They Compare to Other Brands?

If you’re considering Lovevery crib sheets, you may also want to explore other popular brands like Burt’s Bees Baby and Honest Company.

Burt’s Bees Baby Crib Sheets

Made from GOTS-certified organic cotton

Slightly more affordable than Lovevery

Available in a wider range of colors and patterns

Honest Company Crib Sheets

Made from organic cotton blend

Known for stylish and trendy designs

Similar price range to Lovevery but offers more variety

Are Lovevery Crib Sheets Worth the Price?

If you prioritize organic, chemical-free materials and long-lasting durability, Lovevery crib sheets are a worthwhile investment. However, if you’re on a tight budget or looking for more design options, brands like Burt’s Bees Baby or Honest Company may be better alternatives.

Conclusion

Lovevery crib sheets stand out for their organic materials, softness, and durability. While they are on the pricier side, many parents find the investment worth it for their baby's comfort and safety. If premium quality and sustainability are your top concerns, Lovevery is a solid choice. However, if you prefer more affordable or stylish options, there are great alternatives to explore.

What do you think? Would you invest in Lovevery crib sheets or go for a more budget-friendly option? Let us know in the comments!

#BabyBedding #Parenting #Lovevery #OrganicCotton #CribSheets #MomLife

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Books I plan to read in 2025

Cribsheet by Emily Oster I read her book Expecting Better at a pregnant friend's recommendation and liked it, so I'll take a look at Cribsheet. As a statistician, Emily evaluates studies on parenting from birth through preschool and distills it into recommended practices.

Your Child's Point of View by Kelsie Olds I follow this author and really appreciate what they have to say about the role of play for children and how to interpret and meet kids' sensory and emotional needs (and be aware of one's own). I actually didn't know they had a book until I looked, but I'm glad they do!

The Memory Librarian by Janelle Monae I've had this on my TBR pile for a while, been putting it off because I haven't listened to the album that it's supposed to be accompanying. At some point this year I need to do both!

Alecto the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir Assuming it comes out in 2025?

The Martian Contingency by Mary Robinette Kowal Highly recommend the other books in this series, so gotta read this one once it comes out.

Queen's Thief series by Megan Whalen Turner I'm probably due a reread of these. Wheel of Time fans may like these, as the worldbuilding is great and the POV work is stellar.

tagging @veliseraptor, @neuxue, @toastandjamie, anyone else who wants in

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Nosečnost in šport

Včeraj zjutraj sva z Nejcem, kot že zadnje 4 leta, od 06:30 do 09:00 zjutraj plezala. Tokrat sem, tako kot vsi plezalci začetniki, ponosno 'posajtala' prvi 5c, medtem, ko me je iz svoje posteljice opazoval moj dvomesečni sinček Arne. Med plezanjem, ki je bilo precej intenzivno, forma je bila dobra, sem se odločila, da bom napisala tale blog o nosečnosti in športu. In to zato, ker sem v petem mesecu nosečnosti le stežka našla informacije, ki bi mi pomagale najti odgovor na vprašanja koliko časa še lahko plezam, kako težke smeri in kako to vpliva na moje telo in na otroka.

V tem blogu bom delila naslednje informacije vezane na nosečnost in na nosečnost in šport:

naslove uporabnih knjig s statističnimi podatki;

bloge o športni aktivnosti plezalk;

osebne izkušnje in namige pred in po rojstvu v odnosu do plezanja

Knjige

Znanje in statistični podatki mi prinašajo mir. Če vem, kaj pričakovati, se lahko bolje pripravim. Zato sem v času nosečnosti prebrala kar nekaj literature, izpostavila bi štiri knjige:

Emily Oster: Expecting better

Emily Oster je ekonomistka, ki se je med svojo nosečnostjo potopila v študije o nosečnosti, da bi našla preverjene odgovore na marsikatero standardno usmeritev. V svoji knjigi podira in potrjuje urbane legende okoli pitja kofeina, alkohola in kajenja, do strahov o splavu in o problematični nosečnosti, o poteku poroda in o protibolečinskih posegih, ki so na voljo in njihovih vplivih na telo mame in otroka.

Emily Oster: Cribsheet

V knjigi Cribsheet se ekonomistka Emily Oster osredotoči na prve dni, tedne in mesece z novorojenčkom in se spopade z urbanimi legendami, kot so primerjava dojenja in flaške, spanje otroka (kje spi, ali spi sam, navajanje na spanje, itn), cepljenje, predstavljanje trde hrane, fizičen razvoj otroka, navajanje na kahlico, izobrazba in podobno dalje. Precej temeljito povzame tudi redke raziskave o vplivih, zakaj pride do SIDS-a (sudden infant death sindrom - sindrom nenadne smrti otroka).

Najbrž sem zaradi svojega antropološkega ozadja tudi v primeru Emily Oster opazila blago pristranskost njej ljubšim odgovorom in zaključkom. A vsak človek je pristranski.

Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy

Avtorji knjige so zdravniki in strokovnjaki zaposletni na Mayo kliniki. Knjiga poda generalne informacije, kaj se dogaja z ženskim telesom in s plodom iz tedna v teden. Podrobno opiše proces rojstva in carskega reza in je odlična knjiga za zavedanje generalnega stanja svojega telesa. Jaz sem jo brala sproti, ko pa sem opazila kakšno spremembo na mojem telesu, sem preverila, če je skladna s pričakovaji (ki seveda lahko odstopajo).

The Postnatal Depletion Cure: A Complete Guide to Rebuilding Your Health and Reclaiming Your Energy for Mothers of Newborns Toddlers and Young Children

V knjigi avtor Oscar Serrallach, Avstraljski psihoterapevt, opisuje zakaj pride do postnatalne izčrpanosti in kako jo zdraviti s pomočjo makro in mikro nutrientov, meditacije in športa. Za efektiven izogib izčrpanosti, ki lahko traja tekom otrokove mladosti je potreben test krvne slike, da je terapija kar se da natančna. Priporoča pogovor z dietetikom, ki se ukvarja z nosečimi ženskami in ženskami z otroci, medtem, ko knjiga do neke mere služi tudi kot samopromocija.

Za dodatna vprašanja o knjigah mi brez zadržkov pišite.

Nosečnost in šport

Kot resna plezalka (7a) sem se od začetka nosečnosti spraševala, do kdaj lahko plezam. Poznam nekaj profesionalnih plezalk, ki so plezale kmalu po porodu, a to so profesionalne plezalke, ki imajo za sabo ure in ure treningov. Po porodu sem ugotovila, da je tudi moje psihofizično stanje veliko boljše, kot sem pričakovala (hvala, telo!). Najti natančen odgovor na vprašanje do kdaj lahko plezam, se je iznenada končalo v mojem petem mesecu nosečnosti, ko je ginekolog diagnosticiral predležečo posteljico. To (nevarno) stanje je diagnosticirano pri 2,5% nosečnic, a le pri 0.5% tudi ostane do konca nosečnosti. V mojem primeru se je posteljica obrnila v pravo pozicijo, v nasprotnem primeru bi morala nosečnost preležati. Tako sem v 5. mesecu dobila prepoved plezanja in s tem začasno zaključila s svojo plezalno kariero.

Nekaj uporabnih strani:

Kaj sem se naučila, ko sem plezala med nosečnostjo - blog Beth Rodden, priznane športne plezalke

Nosečnos in športno plezanje - ali obstaja višja verjetnost za predčasno rojstvo?

Plezanje za dva - Dr. Keri Wallace blog, ki opiše tudi spremembe v ženskem telesu v času nosečnosti

Za noseče plezalke je na voljo nosečniški plezalni plas, ki ne zateguje prek trebuha.

Kar se tiče plezanja in športa med in pred nosečnostjo, lahko iz lastnih izkušenj povem, da ima dobro fizično stanje čudežne efekte na poporodno obdobje. Moja regeneracija je bila kljub nenačrtovanemu carskem rezu ekspresna. Četrti dan sem preživela brez protibolečinskih tablet in jih v prvih dveh tednih doma vzela le še dva krat. Za športnice je značilno, da je disatis recti - razdvojenost trebušnih mišic - bolj očitna in globlja od tistih z manj razvitimi trebušnimi mišicami. O regeneraciji v nadaljevanju.

Osebne izkušnje in namigi

Blogi in avtorji svetujejo, da se med nosečnostjo nosečnica s športom ukvarja, dokler se počuti dobro. Sama sem bila do zadnjega dne aktivna. Ko sem v 5. mesecu dobila diagnozo predležeče posteljice, sem nehala plezat, kar me pa ni ustavilo pri drugih športih. Z Nejcem sva šla na Malto, evropsko otoško državo v kateri je splav prepovedan, kjer sva najela kolesi in v treh dneh prekolesarila več kot 100 kilometrov. Zadnje dni nosečnosti, ki se je zavlekla za 10 dni, sem prehodila po 10 kilometrov, po vsakem takem podvigu pa sem spala dva dni.

6. julija je z urgentnim carskim rezom privekal na svet najin nasmejan sinček Arne. Ko sem v času nosečnosti brala o carskem rezu, me je pomirilo to, da med operacijo ne prerežejo mišic, pač pa 'le' 9 slojev, da pridejo do otroka v maternici. Bistveno - ne prerežejo mišic. Fju.

Regeneracija po carskem rezu je bila zame precej hitra. Ker med operacijo poleg otroka poberejo iz maternice tudi vse 'ostanke', je trebuh takoj po operaciji bolj splahnel, kot po naravnem porodu. Ker sem se iz porodnišnice vrnila v precej dobrem stanju, sem se kmalu začela spraševati, kdaj in koliko se lahko ukvarjam s športom. Prva dva tedna sta bila uvod v spoznavanje mojega novega telesa. Sprva sem od utrujenosti večino časa preležala v različnih pozicijah. Stopnice do najine sobe so bile dober izlet. Z Nejcem sva hodila na kratke sprehode. Prvič sem prehodila dobrih 30 korakov in se zelo počasi vrnila domov. Najin cilj je bil otok za recikliranje smeti. Cilj sem počasi, a vztrajno dosegla v prvih dveh tednih. Po tem sem začela sprehode podaljševati in pred preteklim prvim mesecem že prehodila 4 kilometrski krog po gozdu. Generalna usmeritev, ki sem jo dobila od ginekologinje je, da lahko (počasi) počnem vse, a le do bolečine. Začela sem izvajati nežno jogo, ki jo prakticiram že dobrih 10 let. Gibe sem izvajala previdno in hitro ugotovila, kateri mi še ne pašejo. V tem prvem obdobju šestih tednov sem jasno čutila šiv na maternici, bolečino pa tudi v materničnem vratu (tudi v primeru carskega reza se vse 'tam spodaj' raztegne in se mora vrniti v prvotno stanje). Po šestih tednih, ko sledi prvi poporodni pregled pri ginekologu, je bolečina čudežno izginila. Kmalu po tem sem šla prvič plezat v Napoleonico, kjer so smeri zlizane, in splezala napeljano štirko, Nejc pa me je prevlekel čez 5a, za katerega je optimistično upal, da ga bom splezala. Po povratku v centralno Slovenijo sem se s kolegico udeležila pilatesa za mamice z dojenčki, na kateri mi je naša super trenerka na Mali ulici 5 pokazala, da imam dvo-centimeterski distasis recti. Pokazala mi je vaje za krepitev globokih mišic in načinov, kako ponovno ozavestiti stisk vodoravnih trebušnih mišic - dejanje, ki ga telo in možgani med nosečnostjo pozabijo. Poslala mi je tudi video za masažo maternice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Px7AqK2bBsg

Vrhnja rana po carskem rezu je danes popolnoma zaceljena, a rana še ni zbledela. Lepo je zašita. Rano na maternici čutim še danes. Medtem, ko pišem tale blog, je Arne star dva meseca in pol.

Zanimiva sprememba, ki se je zgodila v meni vezana na porod, je dojemanje mojega telesa. Med popadki in carskim rezom se me je toliko ljudi dotikalo, da se je moj um počutil kot gost v porodni sobi, na telo ga je vezala le bolečina. Ta občutek, da mi je telo posojeno, je trajalo še kar nekaj časa. Posledično sem popolnoma izgubila predsodek do golote.

Bizarna želja, ki sem jo imela prve dni po carskem rezu je, da bi govorila z ginekologom, ki me je operiral - ker je videl mojo notranjost. Arne se je rodil v porodnišnici v Postojni, kjer je osebje mirno in profesionalno opravilo cel postopek in sem hvaležna, da so bili točno tisti ljudje na moji izmeni. Žal se tale pogovor z ginekologom, ki me je operiral, ni zgodil.

Misel, ki si zasluži pogovora z ostalimi ženskami, ki so imele carski rez - ko govorim o porodu, mi je nenavadno reči, da sem Arneta rodila, ampak raje rečem, da se je rodil - v resnici so mene operirali in njega vzeli ven. Pa drugače res nimam poporodnih travm ali predsodkov do carskega reza in se ne počutim prikrajšano, ker nisem imela izkušnje naravnega poroda. Hvaležna sem za epiduralno, ki je sprva nisem nameravala vzeti zaradi varnostnih razlogov, a sem jo po 16 urah popadkov sprejela z odprtimi rokami, ne glede na možne negativne posledice (grozen enotedenski glavobol, če kateter napačno vstavijo v hrbtenico).

Največj izziv v vsem poporodnem obdobju je (bilo) dojenje - tema, ki bi si zaslužila ločeno objavo, v nadaljevanju zgolj na hitro o dojenju. Na dojenje in z njim povezane probleme opozarja veliko blogov, strani, knjig... a teh dobronamernih opozoril sama enostavno nisem vzela resno in si mislila, kaj pa je lahko to kaj groznega. To sem mislila do drugega dne po porodu, ko so me začele dojke tako boleti, da so vročinski valovi prihajali en za drugim. Hitro sem začela brati priročnike, ki jih v porodnišnici v Postojni dobiš takoj po porodu. Enkrat je bilo tako hudo, da mi je ena od sester masirala dojko medtem, ko se je Arne dojil. Problem v nasvetih vezanih na uspešno dojenje je količina raznolikih informacij - a ko dojke začnejo boleti, nimaš časa preizkušati vseh. Sama sem Arneta najprej dojila po potrebi, po prvem navalu bolečine prvi teden striktno na dve uri, po tem spet nekaj časa po potrebi, od prvega meseca naprej pa sem začela podaljševati na 2,5h, sedaj pa na tri ure, ker se je dojenček hitro in pošteno zredil. Ko me prsi bolijo, je magičen recept, ki je deloval zame to, da sem vsakič pred dojenjem skočila pod vroč tuš, po dojenju pa pod hladnega - tudi, če je bila ura 02:00. Naučila sem se spretnosti masaže dojk, ki pride prav, ko mislim, da mi bo dojka odpadla in moram nujno olajšati napetost - kar je še en recept za izogib mastitisa - masiraj in črpaj takoj, ko začutiš bolečino! Taki bolečinski navali lahko trajajo od pol dneva do parih dni. In so grozni.

Konec koncev je važno, da je otrok zdrav in mama cela. Vse ostalo je stvar volje, hormonov in finančnih zmožnosti.

Za dodatna vprašanja sem na voljo.

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9 fandom peeps to get to know better (ty @vaynglories)

3 ships you like: i like earnest bastard4bastard relationships so. garak/bashir for the mindgames. superbat/bruclark for the four way identity hijinks potentials. eames/arthur for the amount you have to make up, props to that community.

first ship ever: it's always been about the pining babeyyyyy

last song you heard: i make hamburgers - the whitlams (wow, the top comment on that youtube video is a trip)

favorite childhood book: high five to @vaynglories, it's also lord of the rings. i typed up every song in word in apple chancery and printed them all from my school's library computer, along with all the maps, which surely cost a fortune in ink. what was I doing with all those pages?? collecting them like a little gremlin, pretty sure, I don't think I ever referenced them

currently reading: you know, I don't think I've revealed this on tumblr, but we are way past the 'keep it to yourself just in case' point, so: I'm going through the last section of emily oster's 'expecting better' and also starting the sequel, 'cribsheet', because she's chill and all about data and I'm about to be 7 months pregnant

currently watching: can't get enough of living big in a tiny house

currently consuming: love the ambiguity as to whether this is a food or a media question. i've been eating just a ton of chicken lately. i assume there's some sort of nutrients thing involved.

currently craving: re: that pregnancy reveal three questions ago, a big ol' list of forbidden foods. deli sandwiches. ibuprofen. a tragic number of herbal teas. sushi. ibuprofen. oysters. ritalin. god, ibuprofen. next time your body hurts, please take ibuprofen for me. i didn't know what i had......

tag yourself at will and say I did it

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Need Gift Ideas? Below Are 4 Books That USATodayWorld Reporters Like To Gift

It’s not a new trend to give a book to a reader for the holidays, but a thoughtful selection of a title is a loving gesture in its own right, proving that you understand what your person is passionate about. As little as an annotated copy of your favorite book is something priceless.

However, if one does not know where to begin, it can be overwhelming to stand before rows of bookshelves in the store. That is why we have requested our staff reporters and editors at USATodayWorld to recommend the book they would give friends and family of all ages.

Some Of The Best Books To Give This Holiday

From adult fiction to children's books, here are 12 books USATodayWorld staffers love to tie a bow around (in no particular order): Dolly Parton All the Songs by Simon Benoît, Damien Somville and Lalie Walker ($60) I do not know a single person who does not like Dolly Parton, and I don’t think I want to. So when I am in a fix and I need to be sure that I will get a good gift, she is the one I go to. My current favorite is this stunning coffee table book that is as multi-faceted as the woman herself, and is packed with stunning photos, history of the songs, and connections to celebrities. I also like the new cookbook that Dolly has put out called ‘Good Lookin’ Cookin’ which is full of good ol’ American fare and can be purchased for $35.

Dolly Alderton’s ‘everything I Know About Love’ ($9)

Ideal for people in their early adulthood, I have recommended Dolly Alderton’s fantastic book to so many friends. The journalist and former Sunday Times columnist writes an ode to female friendship as she navigates the ups and downs of early adulthood. This episode of “Everything I Know About Love” has powerful discussions about childhood, romance, and reconsidering relationships with booze.

‘All Fours’ By Miranda July, Published By Grove Press Costs $21

This is the kind of book you should gift to your girlfriends and I have gifted three friends this year. But to say it’s a book about a midlife crisis is actually doing it a disservice – it’s probably the most accurate portrayal of perimenopause out there. It depicts a mom on what is intended to be a road trip across the country but turns out to be a two weeks stay in a motel near home. The woman, however, manages to go home shortly after but cannot get back to her normal life. It is a book that keeps you glued to the pages even if it leaves a queasy feeling in your stomach.

Cribsheet by Emily Oster costs $17

When I was pregnant with my first baby, a colleague sent me “Cribsheet: “A Data-Driven Guide to Better, More Relaxed Parenting, from Birth to Preschool.” In addition to the book, she provided a note about the guide written by a professor from Brown University: it shows you how to make every big decision in the first years. “But TL;DR,” she wrote, “Everything you decide is totally fine.” You’re not going to screw up. You’ve got this!” I always take the same book with some form of that message to friends who are expecting.

Invisible Child by Andrea Elliott, a book that costs $12

Being a great fan of nonfiction, I am always in search of the stories that would make me feel an emotional response. This story of a family struggling to survive in poverty in New York did exactly that and much more. The main characters of the Pulitzer Prize-winning book are a blended family living in the huge homeless shelter system in New York, and you will never forget them – mainly because the specifics of the events and dramatic pages resemble a novel rather than nonfiction.

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i used the fucking cribsheet!!!!!

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Vendredi toujours

40 Facts You NEED to Know: The REAL Story of “Covid” The REAL Story of “Covid” Kit Knightly We first published our hugely popular cribsheet in September of 2021 in response to dozens – even hundreds – of reader requests for sources and data. It was intended as a resource and link dump as much as an article, and intentionally free of interpretation, editorialising or opinion. The response was…

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Alright, fine, no heart-to-heart on this one. Straight to demands.

"First of all, this tome goes back in the cabinet until it's time for lesson one. We'll agree that whatever insight you've gleaned, or pages you snapped pictures of, is earned." Danger's still more than a little present this way, but Sel's too quick of a learner to expect anything else. If Fang ever found a workaround by exploiting something permanent, Sel would too. "Second, none of this shit happens while under the influence."

He'll have to type up a cribsheet, if there's any hope for this sticking. It's fine, he'll make this fine.

"Ground rules: That mosaic in the tile floor of the basement bathroom has an anchor underneath it. Any jumps over fifty kilometers as the crow flies, in or out, need to route through that. Do not cross bodies of water or intersecting leylines until you have absolute confidence that every tunnel remains stable for fifteen minutes and your Z-axis stays accurate within ten centimeters."

"Arrested, lost, or maimed, you get ONE freebie rescue. I'll be there if you make a bloody thumbprint on the back of this." While speaking, the demon had retrieved and presented a black velvet business card with red foil script from an inner pocket of his jacket. "End up stranded twice, and I'm putting a bell on you. You are not ending up gone for good, understand me?"

Ugh, I fucking hate restrictions. These are just portals, man. Let me fuck around with portals. Just fun stuff with portals. Saves me the money and work of trying to get a driver's license. Goddammit... should've been more sneaky about it.

Apparently the actual message Fang was trying to convey here flew right over Sel's head as her annoyance about being caught overshadowed any other thoughts.

"Aight, so what does this mean for me now? Like I get that you're not happy with any of this but I need some proper instructions here."

...to know what to expect and brace myself for was the rest of the sentence she only finished in her mind. God, this was just Fang confronting her about something he was worried about. Why the fuck did she feel the aggression boiling up again?

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Favorite Instagram Accounts

Bear with me, sometime social media can be used for good. A lot of these people have paid courses you can take but also provide a lot of information for free.

BigLittleFeelings - Kristin and Deena are both parents. Deena is a licensed marriage and child therapist. Kristin has a background in international maternal childhood education. Both are very real about parenting highs and lows. Practical and realistic gentle/responsive/respectful/authoritative parenting advice.

SafeInTheSeat - Michelle is a parent and certified car seat technician. She provides so much information about how to properly use a car seat including install, buckling, etc. Very honest about her past mistakes and day to day life.

ProfEmilyOster - Professor of Economics Emily Oster is a parent and author of the ParentData series. She has three books (Expecting Better, Cribsheet, and The Family Firm) that take a cold hard look at the data behind pregnancy and parenting advice to see if the data actually backs them up. Her philosophy is to take in the data, apply your own risk-benefit analysis, and then make a decision. She can be a bit opinionated on her instagram but still reminds her audience to make their own decisions based on their life and comfort within reason.

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