#especially when writing longer blocks of text...it can be very easy to accidentally miss a case ending or something

[nattikay]

Aww, that's very sweet of you to say! I'm glad I can inspire you 😸 Although I feel obligated to clarify that I am definitely not flawless with Na'vi hrh...even having been studying for about two and a half years now, I still make mistakes! But that's a normal part of learning, so that's ok :)

pela'ang, lam fwa ramìl ikranit oey fmeri yivom? D: what the crap, it seems the mountain is trying to eat my ikran?

[krazy-rp-hatter]

1, 2, 3, 9, 14, 15, 17, 25, 27, 28, 29, 35 for the honesty meme? (I want to hear your take on these!)

Honesty Meme | Accepting

1. What would prevent you from following someone?

Mostly it depends on if I want to interact with their muse or not. There are some where I just really don’t like the muse. Other things that stop me are when there are maybe two or three blogs that are so exclusive with each other that you feel like you can’t interact with them. Sometimes if people post constantly post A LOT I can get overwhelmed, and that might stop me on the odd occasion. And, of course, if someone is just generally being a dick.

2. Are aesthetics important to you? If they are, why?

Yes! I’m a graphic designer, and I’ve always loved things looking pretty. So I love making a blog look as gorgeous as possible. And I love finding aesthetic images that give you an idea of what the muse is like.

Though, when it comes to text, the aesthetic is also important in the way of, I like to be as straight forward as possible. Since I’m ADHD and dyslexic, sometimes reading can just truly be a nightmare. So when things are in super tiny, scripty font, constantly changing from one word to the next with words broken up by symbols that shouldn’t be there, my brain just goes ‘NOPE! I ain’t doing this shit!’

3. What current rp trend do you hate?

Honestly, not a fan of some of the formatting. When people make it vary constantly my brain hates it. And I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. ‘I hat/e peo.ple do/ing t.his thi/ng no.w!’ It’s just… it’s hard for me to read, and that makes me not want to try.

9. What is your opinion on exclusivity? Do you practice it? Why / why not?

No and no! I’m honestly not a fan of it. I understand why people do it, especially if they are a very popular blog. But it’s not for me. I kinda get put off from interacting with blogs that are mutually exclusive, because I can’t always find an opening to interact with them. And I think that if you limit who you RP with, you’re missing out on a lot of opportunities. I also love interacting with multiple of the same muse. Most people bring their own spin to a muse, and I love seeing how things play out with each different mun.

14. Do you think rp has had a positive or negative effect on your life or you as a person?

I mean, I’d say fairly neutral. It’s something fun that I enjoy doing, and I love getting to interact with so many people. But on the flip side, it does take a lot of energy and also tends to take away from my novel and fic writing. I struggle to find balance in a lot of things, so I tend to find I kind of go hardcore on RP, then burn out and take a year or two hiatus and get sad because most of the people I know are gone. (Except @cfmanymuses. She’s my forever girl, and as my IRL best friend, I know she’ll tell me if she ever switches platforms).

15. How has rp changed you personally?

I mean, I honestly don’t know. I’d say that it’s helped improve my writing over the years and given me a new, unique way of looking at things when it comes to writing because of the format it’s usually done it. It’s also helped me develop a few of my OCs from what they started as, and I LOVE working with my characters.

17. Have you ever sent a message to yourself on anon? Why?

Admittedly, I have sent myself memes on anon that I REALLY wanted to do when no one sends them in before. I haven’t done this in a while, but there are some that have been tempting. I wanna answer those questions, dude!

25. Are you open to duplicates? Why / why not?

Hell yeah! Bring on the duplicates!!! I mean, MOST of my muses are OC, so duplicates aren’t going to happen there. But all of my canon muses are from fantasy or sci-fi and are super easy to make bump into each other via alturnate universes. Or heck, they could be twin sisters! I love seeing how other people write the same muses as me, because everyone’s take on muses is unique and I feel like I’m missing out on getting to work with that if you deny duplicates.

27. Do you follow people even if they don’t follow you back?

Yeah, I mean, why not. On the odd occasion, someone might follow me back a month after I’ve followed them or something. The only time I’d unfollow someone for not following me back is if they’re mutually exclusive and I keep accidentally liking their starter calls and such. I have mutual tracker, but sometimes my brain jumps ahead and goes ‘Yeah! I wanna RP with them’. And then I feel like a twat for accidentally breaking their rules and have to apologise. So if someone is adherently mutuals only I might unfollow to prevent making an ass of myself repeatedly.

Plus, I had a really bad experience with this once where despite instantly apologising and saying I wouldn’t do it again, someone continued to harras me to the point I had to block them and ended up taking a year-long hiatus.

28. Do you read people’s rules before following or interacting?

I generally try to. Some, I will follow the moment I see their blog, then have to go back and find their blog to read their rules. And sometimes the ADHD/dyslexia is being a butt and basically makes my brain scream at me if I try to read anything longer than a sentence, so I’ll kinda skim over the rules as best I can.

But I try to read peoples rules as much as I possibly can, especially since it gives me a good view of their stance on certain things. Sometimes I forget if I’ve read them or not and go back and do it again.

29. What is your opinion on “reblog karma” and do you practice it?

Yep! I’ve only recently come back to this blog, and reblog karma was pretty big last time I was on. I’m trying to get back into the habit of the lastest trend of reblogging from the source, but sometimes I mess up. When I do that, I try my hardest to make sure I send something.

35. Do you read other people’s threads or do you only read your own?

Mostly no. As I said, sometimes reading is not a thing my brain wants to do. I’ll usually glance or skim other threads, but unless something really grabs my attention, I won’t put too much effort into reading through others threads. The shorter the thread, the more likely I am to read it. (So, basically, if I wasn’t invested in my own writing, I’d probably skip it because I very rarely write short replies).

[darlingpetao3]

An Accidental Seduction (Part 2/2)

Being a CCPN journalist had its perks, for sure. For instance, when the crew gathered around the meeting room table last week to pitch ideas for the next issue, you already had one in mind for yourself to cover. You had been adamant that you should cover a certain famous author's children's book reading at the Central City Public Library coming up. The editor waved you off like, yeah, yeah, you do that.

You didn't even mention that it was your boyfriend giving the reading.

Yeah, that's right. Boyfriend.

For almost a month, now!

How you managed to snag H.R. as a boyfriend is beyond you, but he has really proven himself to be a caring, attentive, one-girl kind of guy. You are truly blessed with the way he treats you. In fact, he made a reservation at Central City's fanciest restaurant for your one month anniversary. The waiting list for that place is always insanely long, but self-name dropping doesn't bother H.R. in the slightest. And if it gets you guys benefits like this, you're all for it.

But before you dine with the love of your life (though those words have yet to be uttered by either of you), you have to get through this kids event. The children's section of the library is packed. Young kids sit cross-legged on the floor in front of a large armchair, while mothers wait around in their spiffy day-clothes and preen themselves. You pardon your way through them, carrying your work camera around your neck, looking for a good angle. H.R. arrives shortly after and the librarians are quick to offer him the key to his heart – coffee. Those sneaky librarians, they know what your man likes. Soon enough, the event is underway after a library staff member introduces the guest of honour.

H.R. runs into the room with a massive smile for the kids and an expression that exudes I'm one of you! Just bigger! He high-fives them on his way to the armchair especially for him.

“Hey, kiddies!” he greets them with high energy. “How're you all doin'?”

“GOOD!” a collective reply.

“I'm so psyched to get to read to you guys, today! Which book would you like to hear?”

“MCSNURTLE THE TURTLE! MCSNURTLE THE TURTLE!” they chant. H.R. chuckles at their enthusiasm and picks up his award-winning picture book. You hover your camera close to your eyes to get a good shot of him as he begins to read in the cutest voice ever.

“McSnurtle the Turtle likes to bite. McSnurtle the Turtle stays up all night. He carries his home up on his back, like a handy dandy little packsack.”

Click. Click. Zoom. Click. These shots are perfect. He's perfect.

H.R. pauses for a second and spots you off to the side. He grins wide.

“Say, I need a helper for this next bit,” he says playfully. “Who shall I pick?”

“ME! ME! ME!” the kids bounce for attention. H.R. feigns thinking carefully about his choosing process. Through the lens of your camera, his finger points directly at you.

“Excuse me, Miss, would you care to join me up here?” Suddenly embarrassed by the number of eyes now following your every move, you silently accept and make your way over to him. You don't even think about making eye contact with the moms in the crowd.

“Is this really necessary?” you whisper.

“Just think of it as a great twist to your article,” he puts it. What a man. You take a seat on the arm of the chair. H.R. looks up at you with his smiling blue eyes that twinkle whenever he sees you. “Go for it, hun,” he encourages you quietly. You clear your throat and read the next line.

“'Is being a turtle as easy as pie?'”

Then H.R. reads the next couple lines."'Being a turtle is hard,' he says with a sigh. 'I'm small, and I'm green, and so very slow, it takes forever to get to the places I go.'"

“That McNabbit the Rabbit is really fast!” you continue. “So fast, he always leaves McSnurtle in last.”

"'But that's okay, I'm friends with him. We all have our gifts, and mine is to swim!'"

"'Sometimes we get ourselves into trouble, but together we put our brains on the double.'" The two of you can't help but lock eyes. You could totally swoon off this chair right now if it weren't for all the witnesses. H.R. joins you in reading the final lines of the story.

“McNabbit is glad he's friends with McSnurtle, for together, there's nothing that they can't hurdle!”

The kids applaud like wild little monkeys while their now disinterested mothers pretend to clap, making no noise. But none of them matter because you become lost in this beautiful moment while looking at your gorgeous man. You were so lucky.

Thinking it best to move aside and let H.R. continue to do his thing and woo the crowd, you head to the back of the room. You can hear H.R. starting to read from his other kids' book, ABC Labs.

“A is for Aberration – a mistake that could be created by, say, altering timelines.”

Taking out your notebook from your bag, you start to jot down some notes when a woman's voice catches your attention.

“Ahem.”

You spin around to find a vaguely familiar face... Oh no.

It's her.

The woman in the green dress. From the night you met H.R. With her phone in your hand!

“Hi,” is all you can manage, as you try to play it off as if you have no idea who she is.

“Oh, please. You remember me.” Damn. “And I know it was you.”

“What was me?”

“I went back to Jitters after I realized I had lost my phone and it was on the chair you were sitting in! With the word 'maybe,' that I sure as hell never texted!” Her voice is harsh and hushed. “Next thing I know, you're shacking up H.R. and turning him monogamous!”

“What's wrong with that?” you ask seriously irked by this witch. “Or are you just jealous it's me with him, and not you?”

“G is for Grodd,” you can hear H.R. from the back. “A psychotic, telekinetic gorilla. No, really!” The kids laugh.

“I have half a mind to tell him,” she threatens.

“Oh and what? You think he'll come crawling to you?”

“J is for Jitters – the best coffee on Earth-1. I mean, just regular Earth. Yeah.”

“He's a man. Men never really change. A few words with me and he'll be back to his... old self again.”

You scowl hard at her and she retaliates with an I'm-better-than-you shrug and a checkmate folding of her arms. At that, one of the librarians walks up to the pair of you. You assume she's about to shush you.

“Excuse me, ladies. Would either of you happen to own a red Prius?”

Your opponent's face drains of colour while your hand flies to your mouth to stifle a laugh. She flees the scene with a “hmph!”

“X is for X-Ray – a scan that lets you see your broken bones. I get these a lot from mouthing off. Remember that, kids!”

Tonight's the night. It's the night you're going to tell H.R. you love him. Really, truly love him, and this dinner will have the perfect atmosphere to say it. It'll be like a beautiful dream come true.

There's just one small problem.

Ever since earlier today, talking with that horrid woman, you couldn't get something she said out of your head.

He's a man. Men never really change.

You know she was only trying to get inside your head, but what if she was right? What if H.R. is just trying you out on a monogamous test drive and finds that one woman isn't enough for him? What if he wants to go back to serial dating or whatever he was doing before? Women constantly throw themselves at him. How can a man resist so much of that? And then a worse thought comes to mind:

What if he doesn't truly, fully love you back?

No, no. That's just ridiculous.

But...?

H.R. is checking out the photos you took earlier. “You should use this one in your piece,” he suggests, shaking you out of your reverie. “You've really captured my essence, here.”

“Your essence?” you giggle, taking note of the photo he wants, all the while putting in the earrings you had chosen for tonight.

“Yeah, you know. What I'm all about. Fun loving, freewheeling.”

“Hopefully not too freewheeling...” you mutter under your breath.

“Hmm, what's that?” he asks, thankfully missing what you had said.

“Nothing! I love that one too. I'll definitely use it, sweetie.” You plant a kiss on his cheek. “You ready to go?”

“I am, believe it or not! You won't have to wait for me this time.”

“I'm surprised! You normally always take longer than me.”

“It's the hair,” he blames. You never mind that reason in the slightest. His hair is always so gloriously styled, sometimes you daydream about it when things are slow at work. Among other things...

The restaurant isn't far at all from his apartment so you opt to walk the short distance. On the way there, a little boy walking with his parents spots H.R. and runs up to him excitedly.

“Hey, Mister! You were really funny today!” the boy praises.

“Why, thank you,” H.R. replies, crouching down to the child's level.

“When I grow up, I wanna write a book, too!”

“Right on, little man! Well, I can't wait to read it!” H.R. sticks out a fist to give him a fist bump, but the boy ignores him and goes in for a hug. You could cry, this is so sweet. H.R. glances up at you with potentially glistening eyes. The little boy says his goodbye and runs back to his parents.

Outside the restaurant, there's a line filed out the door and down the block of people waiting for a table. H.R. has his hand on the small of your back as you walk by them all. When all is said and done, the hostess assigns you two 'the best table in the house.'

“You were amazing today,” H.R. says, taking your hands in his.

“Me? Are you kidding? You clearly had those kids positively enthralled!”

“I still think you were a major factor in making that happen,” he insists. His eyes bore into yours. “I don't know how I got so lucky enough to find you.” Your eyes flick over to something moving a few tables over. Someone.

Please God, no.

“And to think,” he continues. “This all started with you texting me!”

Green Dress' lips curl when she sees you've spotted her.

“Ha ha! Yeah, right?” is all you can muster. She's standing up, she's coming over. Goodbye cruel world! It was nice knowin' ya!

“Pardon the intrusion,” Green Dress says in a cringingly smooth tone. “But I must speak with you, Mr. Wells. It's urgent and dare I say eye opening.” She shoots you a dirty look, while H.R. looks confused as hell. When he sees your unsettled expression, he even does that puppy-dog-head-tilt thing.

“I'm on a very important date, here,” he tries. “I'm sure you underst-”

“It won't take a minute of your time.” Pushy witch. She walks him over to the waiting area and has some very lively words with him (of which you can't quite make out). A few times she even points in your direction. H.R.'s face is in a constant frown. Not good. You were worried it would end like this. You didn't even get the chance to tell him how you really feel.

You can't watch this train wreck anymore so you bury your head in your hands on the table. But then a ruckus is heard all throughout the place. Yelling. GD's yelling, to be precise. Upon turning around, it's impossible to ignore the fact that two large men are carrying her out of the restaurant. H.R. is soon back at the table with you and exhales a breath.

“Now, where were we?” he says. You can't lie, you're a little dumbfounded right now.

“What was that?” you demand.

“What, her? Just some stalker, I guess. She was insisting that she was the one who sent those um, racy texts you sent me last month during the reading.” He makes a 'coo-coo' gesture. “Oh, and that you stole her phone to make it look like you had, instead. Ha!”

“Okay, I did not steal her phone, I put it back on the chair!” You gasp soon after the words escape your mouth. Cue another round of the puppy-dog-head-tilt plus a frown.

“So you're saying you didn't...”

“Didn't send those texts, no. It wasn't my phone,” the truth starts pouring out of you like a faucet. “She dropped it, and you caught me holding it. And I couldn't believe you were paying attention to me, not when we were in a room filled with leggy, bombshell women completely ogling you. What chance did I have? It was what you believed, and I-I went along with it.” You feel so defeated. How could he see you the same way after knowing your whole relationship started out with a lie? You can't bear to look at him and start to brace yourself for the inevitable heartbreak.

...

...

Was H.R... laughing?

“Why are you laughing?” Now you're the one totally lost.

“Why aren't you? It's pretty funny if you think about it. Think of what a great story that'll make!” H.R. gasps. “In my next novel!”

“Wait, so you're not upset with me?”

“Why would I be?”

“I don't know, maybe because I lied to you?

“(Y/N), you lied about not sending texts. That's nothing to break up with someone you love about.”

All you can do is blink.

“Did you just-?”

“Say 'I love you'? You're damn right, I did. I mean it with all my heart and nobody, nobody, can come between what we have. Of that I'm sure.” Okay, now you're really going to cry. He gets up out of his chair and stands you up out of yours, taking you in his arms. His soft lips find yours to cement his love.

“H.R. I love you so damn much, you big loon,” you say, holding his face while laughing and choking up. His face lights up in the way it does when he has an idea.

“What do say to ditching this place for-”

“Big Belly Burger?” you finish his sentence. “I thought you'd never ask.”

[easytravelpw-blog]

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8 Common Mistakes During a Budget Travel Uber Ride

01 of 08

Common Uber Ride Mistakes: Choosing the Wrong Service

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An Uber ride can be economical and rewarding. Although the service has many critics, it also has gained wide popularity because it can be set up through a phone app and result in quick, cashless transactions. The charge goes to the credit card on the account.

But many people jump into an Uber experience without understanding how the service works.

Among the most common early mistakes is failing to recognize that Uber provides a number of services, each at its own price point.

The most economical service is UberX, which is billed as “an everyday ride at an everyday price.” But some novices accidentally lock in premium choices such as UberBLACK, or UberXL when all they wanted was basic transportation. Be certain to start with the appropriate choice for your situation.

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02 of 08

Common Uber Ride Mistakes: Incurring a Cancellation Fee

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In busy places such as airport terminals or cruise ports, dozens of people within a block or so might be arranging an Uber ride. It's possible you're unfamiliar with the layout of the area and the nearby streets. This is when many beginners simply give up, hail a cab, or search for public transportation.

But if you summoned an Uber driver, don't assume a slow response means no one is coming.

If an Uber driver fails to connect with you after five minutes, and after attempts to message you, your account will incur a cancellation fee.

This fee varies by city and the Uber service selected. Generally, you may cancel your ride order while the driver is en-route to your location, or before a driver actually is assigned. But once a driver is assigned to your request, cancellation often prompts a fee.  

To avoid this unnecessary expense, don't call for a driver until absolutely certain of current location and destination. Avoid being caught up in the rush to connect.

Another costly pitfall associated with Uber is so-called “surge pricing.” Next, consider that potentially expensive penalty.

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03 of 08

Common Uber Ride Mistakes: Failing to Understand Surge Pricing

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Uber surge pricing is one of the more controversial aspects of the service. But it points to the fact that Uber isn't always cheaper than taking a taxi.

Uber's business model depends upon drivers arriving quickly to pick up passengers. But there are circumstances when demand is great and traffic is heavy. Drivers need some extra incentive to dive into these difficult situations. Surge pricing is their reward.

Uber claims it always will notify customers of the surge, and required them to type in the multiplier as acknowledgment and approval of the higher fee. 

There are cases on record of Uber rides coming in at $500 during a surge pricing period. But it's far more likely you'll wind up paying $75 for a ride the Uber price estimator indicated would cost $30 during normal conditions.

Assess the urgency of that need for a ride during a surge pricing event. It might cheaper — and more satisfying — to duck into a coffee shop for a few minutes and wait for conditions to improve.

There are places where you'll wait a very long time for an Uber ride. Next, consider places without Uber service.

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04 of 08

Common Uber Ride Mistakes: Assuming Uber is Available Everywhere

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It wouldn't be wise to expect an Uber ride on this rural gravel road. But there are also many urban areas where, for a variety of reasons, Uber service does not exist or operates on a limited basis due to government regulation.

At this writing, for example, Germany is among the countries that have banned UberPOP service. That means a host of problems are possible in large cities like Berlin and Munich. If Uber is in your plans, formulate a solid backup strategy.

Keep updated on the latest Uber service areas and plan accordingly. One bit of encouragement: ​Uber operates in more than 500 cities worldwide.

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05 of 08

Common Uber Ride Mistakes: Missing an Opportunity to use UberPOOL

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Uber offers an option that splits fares for those traveling in a small group. So long as their credit card is on file with Uber, the split fare option works quickly and easily.

But there is also a car pooling option, appropriately named UberPOOL. By clicking this option, you agree to share your Uber ride with others along the route who are looking for cheap, efficient transportation. Instead of starting with UberX, enter UberPool when you initiate the request. You'll be shown a “guaranteed fare,” 

You'll be matched with up to four co-riders who want to travel in the same direction. No more than two riders per stop are allowed under the rules. Also note that someone who was picked up after you might be taken to their destination before you. There can be times when baggage space in the car is tight.

With these potential drawbacks, is UberPOOL worthwhile for budget travel?

The answer seems to be affirmative for longer, potentially expensive rides. For a trip of a mile or so, maybe not.

But for travelers on a tight budget who have some distance to cover, it often is a mistake not to click the UberPOOL button.

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06 of 08

Common Uber Ride Mistakes: Not Setting Up a Separate Business Account

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Many of us travel both for business and pleasure. Separating the two trips can be messy, especially on a crowded credit card report.

But Uber offers separate business accounts for road warriors. They will save the time and trouble of unraveling these expenses. The business report is separate and easily accessed.

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07 of 08

Common Uber Ride Mistakes: Assuming Uber is Always the Cheapest Option

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Don't ever assume Uber is the cheapest option. Many times, it is a simple, pre-paid option that is worthy of consideration.

But if you're in a city with an extensive public transportation system, and you practice one-bag travel, taking the subway or a bus could be far less expensive than an Uber ride.

At times when Uber surge pricing conditions exist, even a taxi could be the cheaper option. The point here is to make no assumptions. Use a taxicab fare estimator in places without efficient public transportation. Make the public bus or subway the first choice when practical.

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08 of 08

Common Uber Ride Mistakes: Skipping the Driver Rating

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Uber operates on a relatively simple principle. Riders and drivers rate each other. The system is designed to weed out consistently bad drivers or riders.

It's always a good idea to leave an honest appraisal of the ride received. The system calls for 1-5 stars, and only a click is required to enter that into the account. Drivers almost always ask for a rating of five, because low ratings can lead to termination. Only give that rating if they provided efficient, courteous service.

There have been stories about drivers who add unwarranted charges to a rider's account in exchange for a disappointing rating. Such displays of spite are rare. But if you do encounter a vindictive driver, straighten out the errant charges and single out the driver for the company's attention.

Leave a fair rating and help other riders avoid trouble. 

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