#Where to go

[stevesbipanic]

@steddieangstyaugust Day 20: "I didn't know where else to go."

"I didn't know where else to go."

It's the first thing Eddie Munson said to his uncle when he showed up on his uncle's door step. He was fourteen and his dad had kicked him out, caught him kissing another boy. What's stupid is the other boy ended up punching him anyway, he risked everything for nothing.

He had grabbed what he could and shoved it into a backpack, he had enough money for a bus ticket to Indianapolis. He got lucky when he was there, meeting a guy who was headed to the town next to Hawkins, luckier still that the guy wasn't lying. In the town he met a woman named Claudia who was there shopping for her son and she lived in Hawkins and was happy to drop him at his uncle's trailer.

His uncle didn't ask for a long time why he got kicked out. Wayne had simply welcomed him inside and fed him the first warm meal he'd had in weeks. Gave up his bed for Eddie, made sure he got to school on time, clothed him, loved him.

He was stupid again and couldn't help kissing a boy with freckles and a sweet smile. When Wayne caught them the boy ran and Eddie froze.

"That why your daddy kick you out?"

Eddie nodded ready to pack everything up again, he was sixteen now he could find a job maybe and sleep in the park.

"Dumb reason to lose a son over," Wayne said gruffly before turning heading to the kitchen to start making dinner.

"You're not going to kick me out?" Eddie asked, eyes misty, heart racing.

"Course not, not repeating your daddy's mistake and not gonna repeat my daddy's mistake either," Wayne said with a smirk. From then on Eddie breathed easier in his trailer.

Until a cheerleader died there.

He's kinda glad that after everything they got a new trailer, it wasn't as cosy as their old one but Wayne had a proper room again and no one had died there. Things were comfortable, until one night there was a weak knock at the door.

"I didn't know where else to go."

Steve Harrington said, bloody and bruised, swaying where he stood. Eddie quickly but carefully pulled him inside.

"Baby, Stevie, what happened?"

Steve's eyes were wet with unshed tears, one eye starting to bruise. "Dad found some of your stuff in my room, Eds, he lost it on me."

Eddie's grip tightened on Steve's arms, "Sweetheart I thought they weren't coming back til next month."

"Stupid conference got cancelled. I'm sorry Eddie can I just stay here tonight, please."

Before Eddie had a chance to answer his uncle chimed in behind him, "You're welcome to stay as long as you want, son, you're family."

Eddie had never been so glad that he had come to his uncle's door all those years ago.

[breelynnsblog]

Trying To Figure Out The Directions! 💋💋💋

[vldunchartedregions]

Hello this is a little random but I wanted to ask since it seems like there are some worries about Tumblr shutting down again with the recent round of layoffs; do you have any other handles/is there any other page I could find your metas and investigation of Tumblr did go down/are you backed up anywhere else? Just curious because I didn’t want to loose track of your theories if tumblr were to shut down; I love your page, there’s so much that’s clicking together already about what the original season was and I’m excited to see what you have in store! Thank you so much for all your hard work and much love to everyone working on this :)

Hello!

Firstly, thank you for the question and thank you for your kind words! It means a lot to us and we're so glad you like our page.

Guess what? We're STILL uncovering more every day. It's an untangled mess of woven fish nets we're unravelling and it's become SO much bigger than we thought. 🙈

Secondly, honestly? We didn't know that was happening, but I do post frequently on Twitter some fun hints (I refuse to call it X) and we do have BlueSky.

❤️ Twitter: https://x.com/redbluegayswin

💙 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/vldunchartedmeta.bsky.social

If it ever comes to a point where Tumblr does shut down, you'll be the first to know by these two platforms on where to go!

Thank you for your never ending support. This message made the whole team happy.

[0xeyedaisy]

Aw man...

[lord-cheese0bal]

Cheeseball and Cookie are packing up for a trip. Huh… wonder where they’re going?

Happy Summer to one and all!

[ravensarca]

Road Tripping Season is Near!

¡Se acerca la temporada de viajes por carretera!

[zarabellasdreams]

C a f e

[j-rodthexrayguy]

Been going on a vacation for my birthday the last few years. Not sure where to go this year! Went to Yosemite last June!

[dimalink]

Alice in park – Transitions

Transition A. Transition B. It is suggested to a reader. Alice in park - it is, just, a simple stories and pictures. Well known thing, yes? And, also, maybe, it will be a computer program. With reading a story and select where to go. Sometimes. Alice in Park 1-10 is finished as a story. And, so, for now – transition. You can go to the side of forest or side of village of little ants. Select for yourself.

Transition A

Alice stands near the sigh. And, she thinks about what way to choose. Little ants continue to rustle and to make laughing. Alice was laughing too. But, she understands nothing in equations. And, she decide to go to the side, where were written equations. Looks like, littler ants, just, simple use this board for their own records. And, there was nothing written before.

It is simple, little ants come to this place, and sit in a little bushes. And, start to make a record at this board about their equations.

In the end of the ends, in a village Abracadabra – little ants are living. They have lots of little legs and little hands. And, they are very active. Funny and good and kind. And, they like to make a jokes and to solve equations. So, It will be little hard for Alice in those place! She will distract them. So, she goes into another side. It will be politely, Alice thinks. And she goes next!

Transition B

Alice stands near the sigh. And she thinks about what way to choose. Little ants continue to rustle and to make laughing. Alice was laughing too. Looks like, it is very funny place. And, Alice starts to giggle for herself. Everyone is having fun! So what, it is all about equations and laughing! What can be better. Especially, if not to forget to take on glasses, at least, for have a more clever look. Alice thinks.

And, maybe, they are really useful thing, when you are sitting a lot with the textbook. About mathematics or Astro physics.

This or that. Little ants they are so funny. And, they like so much to laugh. It will be so fun to go to their place as a guest. And, look what the way they live there. And, this is for the first time, Alice sees so clever little ants. Which can solve equations. And, have so funny life! And, she goes next!

Dima Link is making retro videogames, apps, a little of music, write stories, and some retro more.

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[cook1ie]

“Go out in the woods, go out. If you don't go out in the woods nothing will ever happen and your life will never begin”

[umbrellaeclipse]

Feel like I should be having an existential crisis or something right now, but I'm far too busy and gotta go to bed. Maybe Sunday.

[lavoixdecjov]

𝗠𝘆 𝗦𝘆𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁 : 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱, 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱, 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱 ✅ 🏁 (Part 1)

Here’s the list of places I’ve been ticking off in Sydney—some planned, some spontaneous, but all memorable in their own way. From the classic must-sees like the Opera House to the unexpected gems like a random hike at Palm Beach, each place has been a little adventure on its own.

So, here’s to the spots I’ve visited, the moments I’ve had, and the ones I can’t wait to experience next. Follow along as I explore the beauty of Sydney, one soft step at a time.

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1. Visit Sydney Opera House

The Opera House used to be one of those places I only saw in people’s Instagram stories—somewhere that felt so far away, but always showed up when someone visited Sydney. So when I finally arrived, it was the first place I went to. Kind of a must, right?

Funny thing is, I ended up going there multiple times during my first week. Just sat on the steps, watched tourists take photos, listened to ferries come and go. It really is as pretty as everyone says, especially in the afternoon light. But yeah… after a while, I got a little bored. Still, it was the first place that made me go, “Wow, I’m actually here.”

2. Take a ferry ride to Manly and sit outside

We were on our way to Shelly Beach, which meant taking the ferry from Circular Quay to Manly. Sounds chill, right? Until we realized the top deck was already full, and we ended up sitting on the side—where the wind had zero chill.

My hair was flying everywhere, the sea kept splashing up the side, and the guy next to us even got wet—like, actually wet. Luckily, we were still kind of sheltered so it wasn’t too bad. The whole ride was around 20 minutes, and honestly? Kind of chaotic. But also… beautiful.

We went during golden hour, just before sunset, and the view? Insane. Light bouncing off the waves, the skyline slowly getting softer, and that feeling of being between places—but already content.

3. Explore the Historic The Rocks Area

We were trying to find this cute pink café called Feekah—it looked so aesthetic on Google. But when we arrived at the location, all we saw was a stone wall. Literally just that. We thought maybe it was upstairs or hidden somewhere, so we started climbing stairs, walking around, hoping for a secret entrance.

Spoiler: there was none. After circling around with no café in sight (and our hunger growing more dramatic by the minute), we gave up. Thankfully, we were close to The Rocks, so we ended up wandering there instead. Got some gelato, found a Thai place, and somehow turned a failed café hunt into a pretty satisfying little adventure.

4. Visit Hornby Lighthouse

I didn’t even know we were going to the lighthouse. The plan was just “walk around Diamond Bay,” and I thought, okay, chill vibes. But we kept walking—past cliffs, ocean views, crashing waves below—and suddenly, there it was.

Hornby Lighthouse. The red-and-white striped one I once wrote down in a note somewhere, not really knowing if I’d ever see it in person. I didn’t plan to be there that day, but the walk was beautiful, the sea loud and alive, and the moment just… clicked. Like the kind of magic that happens when you don’t try too hard.

5. Watch the Sunset at La Perouse

Finally made it to La Perouse after rescheduling a million times. We took a pretty long bus ride to get there, but it was so worth it. The sun was already starting to set when we arrived, glowing huge and low in the sky—the kind of sunset you just have to stare at quietly for a minute.

We walked toward Bare Island, crossed the little bridge, and found a spot near the cliffs to just sit and take it all in. The sunset was stunning, but the real surprise was after—when the moon started rising, big and beautiful and way too aesthetic for real life. As it got dark, we had to rush back so we wouldn’t miss the bus, but honestly? I would've walked home if I had to. That view? Worth everything.

6. Visit Shelly Beach and Collect Seashells

Shelly Beach was the main goal that day—the reason we took the ferry to Manly in the first place. It was supposed to be a little sunset moment, but we ended up at the wrong angle, and the view was totally blocked by buildings. A bit of a miss… but not really.

I spent most of the time walking around looking for seashells (didn’t take any, just admired them), and watched a bunch of surfers doing their thing. The whole beach had this chill, local vibe. No perfect golden hour shot, but still a soft kind of happy. Sometimes, that’s enough.

7. Explore Manly Beach and Do Some Birdwatching

Manly Beach was pretty packed when we got there—lots of people, lots of noise, and… lots of seagulls. We found a bench and started snacking on strawberries and little pastries, and within seconds, they showed up. Like they’d been waiting.

One bold seagull perched right near us, watching every bite like it was auditioning for a role. Then came the real show—this one seagull just bullied the rest, wouldn’t let anyone else eat. He was loud, greedy, and weirdly effective. We didn’t even feed them, but it still felt like we were part of some bird soap opera.

8. See the Sky Turn Gold From Watsons Bay

Watsons Bay feels like a little escape from the city—even though it’s not that far. The moment we got off, everything felt slower. Calm. There were sailboats in the distance, people laying on the grass, and that soft scent of sunscreen and sea air everywhere.

We just wandered for a bit, sat by the shore, and let time pass without counting it. It wasn’t a day packed with plans—just good weather, soft wind, and the kind of view that makes you want to close your eyes for a second and breathe a little deeper.

9. Visit SEA Life Aquarium

We went to SEA LIFE kind of on a whim. It was already close to closing time, but we figured—why not? So we went in, walked through the tunnels, and suddenly were surrounded by fish of all shapes and vibes.

There were stingrays, tiny penguins waddling around, and yep—Nemo made an appearance too. I kept saying “look at that one!” every two seconds. It was short and spontaneous, but still so fun. Like a little underwater escape squeezed into the end of the day.

10. Relax at Barangaroo Reserve

We decided to walk all the way from Sydney Bridge to Barangaroo—just to explore, no rush. The view was nice, the path long, and the wind? Ridiculously aggressive. My hair was all over the place, but it was still fun… until it wasn’t.

Right when we got to Barangaroo, my sandal broke. Like fully gave up on life. I was already tired, the wind was still attacking, and now I had to limp my way out of there. The vibes? Gone. We ended up taking a taxi home—and yeah, I was in a mood. But at least now I’ve got a story… and a reason to buy new sandals.

11. Enjoy the Vibes at Luna Park

We didn’t go there for the rides—just wanted to soak in the vibe. Free entry, lots of lights, loud music, and the kind of chaotic energy you only find in places made for joy. We stumbled upon this one attraction I thought was the spinning motorcycle thing in a barrel, but it turned out to be people getting whipped around inside at full speed. We watched for a bit, laughed, then moved on. No idea what we were watching, honestly.

There was a big ferris wheel, a carousel, and—my favorite—this group of school kids on some kind of trip. They were everywhere, playing those “throw a ball, win a giant plushie” games. And so many of them were dragging around massive avocado plushies like trophies. I didn’t win anything, but walking past all those giant green fruits honestly made my day.

12. Check Out the Art at White Gallery Rabbit

We went to White Rabbit Gallery just out of curiosity, and honestly? I didn’t expect to be that amazed. One second I was looking at a photo series showing the stages of life—from baby to old age—and the next, I was standing in a fake chocolate shop where all the “chocolates” were actually… weapons. Iconic.

My favorite was this room filled with trash bins that played music when you stepped on them. Literal garbage turned into art you could dance on. The whole place was full of installations that were weird, funny, and sometimes just confusing—but in the best way. Oh, and the best part? It’s free. Art should always be this fun.

13. Find a Slice of Europe at The Bower

I didn’t plan to go to The Bower. Turns out, it was right on the path toward Shelly Beach—and the moment I saw it, I was like, “wait… I’ve seen this on TikTok.” Cute European café vibes, lemony yellow chairs, and that clean white facade that makes you want to sit and order sparkling water just to feel abroad.

It felt like stumbling into a soft daydream. I didn’t stop for long, but it made me smile—the kind of small, unexpected magic that makes a walk feel like a little adventure. Sometimes, it’s nice to accidentally end up somewhere you once only scrolled past.

14. Visit Palm Beach and See the Breathtaking View From the Top

I honestly thought Palm Beach was going to be a regular stroll. Turns out, it was basically a hike. The stairs were wayhigher than I expected, and I was dying halfway up, gasping for air and trying not to pass out. Every time I stopped to catch my breath, I was convinced I’d never make it.

But then… I made it. And wow. From the top, I could see two separate seas meeting. The view was insane—totally worth it, but here’s the thing: I’d love to go back… but I’m not doing that hike again. 😂 Maybe next time I’ll bring a helicopter, or just take the stairs... but slow. So slow.

15. Visit the Royal Botanic Garden and Do Some Flowerwatching

Who doesn’t love flowers, right? The Royal Botanic Garden was like stepping into a dreamland full of color. Roses in every shade, flowers I couldn’t name but loved anyway, and the sweet scent of nature filling the air. I spent hours wandering, stopping to admire and even sneak in a few deep breaths near the petals. It was peaceful, and since it wasn’t crowded, I could just be there.

But then, as expected, the weather decided to spice things up. Halfway through, the sky decided to rain on my flower parade, and next thing I knew, I was running around trying to find shelter. I was laughing though, because even the rain couldn’t ruin the vibes of being surrounded by flowers. Definitely need to come back—hopefully when it’s a little drier!

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And that’s a wrap on my Sydney bucket list—so far! 🌟

There’s still so much more to explore and experience, and I can’t wait to check off even more spots soon. Stay tuned for more adventures, and who knows what will pop up next!

[blogjhm]

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My own fan art drawing of The Cheshire Cat from Alice In Wonderland showing us which way to go.

[mariajdcm]

couldn't stop thinking where do i really belong to.

do i really have someone to run to?

to talk to?

i am suffocated by the thought of no one's really be there for me,

and they are just a someone i used to know.