#maintenance: 1/16/19

[travels8090]

VRV AC Installation: Enhancing Comfort and Efficiency

Are you considering upgrading your air conditioning system to something more efficient and advanced? If so, you might want to explore the benefits of Variable Refrigerant Volume (VRV) air conditioning. In this article, we'll delve into what VRV AC installation entails, its advantages, factors to consider, installation process, maintenance tips, and more.

Introduction to VRV AC

VRV air conditioning systems are known for their energy efficiency and advanced technology. Unlike traditional systems, VRV AC units use variable refrigerant flow control to maintain precise temperature levels in different zones of a building.

Benefits of VRV AC Installation

Energy Efficiency

One of the primary benefits of VRV AC is its energy efficiency. These systems adjust their cooling output based on the specific requirements of each zone, reducing energy consumption and utility costs.

Zoning Capabilities

VRV AC systems offer zoning capabilities, allowing users to control the temperature in individual rooms or zones. This feature enhances comfort and flexibility while minimizing energy wastage.

Quiet Operation

Another advantage of VRV AC is its quiet operation. The outdoor units are designed to operate quietly, making them suitable for residential and commercial settings where noise pollution is a concern.

Factors to Consider Before VRV AC Installation

Space Requirements

Before installing a VRV AC system, it's essential to assess the available space for both indoor and outdoor units. Proper spacing ensures optimal performance and airflow.

Budget

Consider your budget when planning for VRV AC installation. While these systems offer long-term savings through energy efficiency, they may require a higher initial investment compared to traditional HVAC systems.

Maintenance Needs

Understand the maintenance requirements of VRV AC systems. Although they are generally low maintenance, regular servicing and cleaning are necessary to ensure optimal performance and longevity.

Steps for VRV AC Installation

Assessment and Planning

The first step in VRV AC installation is to assess your cooling needs and space requirements. Work with a qualified HVAC contractor to determine the most suitable system size and configuration for your property.

Unit Selection

Choose the right VRV AC units based on your requirements and budget. Consider factors such as capacity, energy efficiency ratings, and additional features like zoning capabilities.

Installation Process

The installation process involves mounting the outdoor and indoor units, connecting refrigerant lines, and configuring the system for optimal performance. It's crucial to hire experienced professionals for this task to ensure safety and efficiency.

Testing and Commissioning

After installation, the HVAC contractor will conduct thorough testing and commissioning to ensure that the system operates correctly. This includes checking for leaks, verifying refrigerant levels, and calibrating the controls.

Hiring Professionals for VRV AC Installation

Importance of Professional Installation

Professional installation is crucial for the proper functioning and efficiency of VRV AC systems. Trained technicians have the expertise and equipment to handle the complexities of installation and ensure compliance with safety standards.

How to Choose the Right HVAC Contractor

When selecting an HVAC contractor for VRV AC installation, consider factors such as experience, licensing, insurance coverage, and customer reviews. Request multiple quotes and compare services before making a decision.

Cost of VRV AC Installation

Factors Affecting Cost

The cost of VRV AC installation varies depending on factors such as system size, brand, complexity of installation, and labor rates. Additional expenses may include ductwork modifications and electrical upgrades.

Average Cost Estimates

On average, VRV AC installation costs range from $10,000 to $30,000 for residential applications, while commercial installations may cost significantly more. It's essential to obtain detailed quotes from HVAC contractors to understand the total cost.

Maintenance Tips for VRV AC Systems

Regular Cleaning

Keep the indoor and outdoor units clean to prevent dust buildup and airflow restrictions. Clean or replace air filters as recommended by the manufacturer.

Scheduled Inspections

Schedule annual inspections with a qualified HVAC technician to check for any issues and ensure optimal performance. Addressing minor problems early can prevent costly repairs later on.

Professional Maintenance Services

Consider signing up for a maintenance plan with your HVAC contractor. Regular servicing can prolong the lifespan of your VRV AC system and minimize the risk of breakdowns.

Troubleshooting Common Issues with VRV AC

Poor Cooling Performance

If your VRV AC system is not cooling adequately, check for airflow obstructions, dirty filters, or refrigerant leaks. Contact a professional technician for troubleshooting and repairs.

Refrigerant Leaks

Refrigerant leaks can lead to reduced cooling efficiency and potential environmental hazards. If you suspect a leak, turn off the system and contact a qualified technician for inspection and repair.

Electrical Problems

Faulty wiring or electrical components can cause issues with VRV AC operation. If you experience electrical problems such as tripped breakers or erratic behavior, seek professional assistance to avoid safety risks.

Conclusion

VRV AC installation offers numerous benefits, including energy efficiency, zoning capabilities, and quiet operation. By understanding the installation process, maintenance requirements, and troubleshooting tips, you can enjoy reliable comfort and cost savings for years to come.

[3liza]

here's what I've learned to never pay full price for, because people are giving these items away for free or almost free on Craigslist, Nextdoor, Facebook, at Goodwill, and on eBay (which has a local pickup section) in every sufficiently populated location in the USA.

cost of acquiring these items ranges from "carrying it home from the sidewalk" to "getting a friend with a car to help you pick it up" which is the same amount of effort as going to IKEA for worse quality that costs more, with the notable exception of it being a pain in the ass to coordinate with craigslist sellers, and you often have to wait and watch for what you want to actually show up. it took me about a year to find an acceptable gamer chair left out on the sidewalk, for example. but they cost $100+ new, so I chose to wait.

a lot of this stuff is the kind of thing you don't necessarily intend to keep, just to use in transitional housing or until you can afford a better one.

1. printers of any kind. basic office inkjets are free. ink is easily refillable or has generic ink cartridges way cheaper than brand name for any inkjet up to about 2015, not sure how difficult the newer smart printers are to hack but there's no reason to own a newer one because printing technology has not improved since about 2005. you want a color laser for making zines and wheatpastes? it's on Craigslist RN and someone's mom is desperate to get rid of it

2. bedframes

3. desks

4. tables

5. chairs

6. bookshelves, nice oak bookshelves that don't bend like al dente spaghetti when you put books on them, are rotting on sidewalks rn because they didn't fit in someone's house. go get them

7. scanners. I find a working scanner by a dumpster at least once a quarter, and I don't pick them up because I already have one that I picked up from a dumpster years ago

8. hot tubs. everyone thinks they want a hot tub and that the maintenance and upkeep will be worth it, and they are wrong. Craigslist.

9. sofas, with the caveat that if you are in a bedbug region like New York State you need to be very confident in your bedbug screening skills

10. quality leather shoes. these last forever and are expensive new. eBay is best for these

11. plates, glassware, silverware. all of these are able to be sterilized to whatever standard you feel comfortable with but if you eat in restaurants you've already put a fork in your mouth that hundreds of people have drooled on so try not to fool yourself

12. televisions and computer monitors

13. houseplants. similar to the bedbug warning above, you need to screen these for pests like fungus gnats and mealybugs

14. dressers, wardrobes, china hutches, cabinets, chests of drawers, etc

15. mirrors

16. clothes hangers

17. moving boxes

18. mattresses to a certain extent. I don't like secondhand used mattresses but unstained, unused mattresses are surprisingly common, especially since the foam mail order mattress boom started and people keep getting told by the mattress companies to just get rid of/keep any mattresses they want to return for flaws or wrong sizes or whatever. bedbug warning on this obviously

19. sheets and towels. you gotta launder them obviously

20. basic clothing, especially for kids. normie type clothing is so numerous people often just throw them away because they can't get anyone to take them

21. kitchenware like cooking utensils and pots n pans. don't use chipped or scratched Teflon/nonstick if you can help it. everyone needs one basic steel chef knife, which can be sharpened and maintained indefinitely. people throw these away CONSTANTLY

22. household consumables like laundry soap and dish soap. people often accidentally buy the wrong brand, scent, or develop allergies and want to get rid of extra

23. pet supplies like collars, leashes, dog crates, litter boxes, litter itself, dog beds, toys, carriers, etc

24. medical equipment of all kinds. people who take care of all kinds of patients end up with tons of leftover, sealed, miscellaneous stuff when that person recovers or dies, and they often give it away. adult diapers, hospital beds, IV stands, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, fracture boots and splints, knee braces, canes, catheter packs, ice packs, heat packs, sterile paper sheeting, gauze, slings, over-the-door stretching and rehab pulleys, mattress protectors, etc

25. washers and dryers, both the basic household cube type and the small twin tub or rock tumbler type. people upgrade these when the old ones are still working, just squeaky or a little weird or sometimes just old

26. vacuum cleaners. secondhand ones are sort of icky but you can get rid of the ickiness by wiping them down with a rag and isopropyl alcohol inside and out. use an exacto or utility knife to slice off the hair and string wrapped around the roller. buy a new filter on Amazon. people throw away vacuums that work perfectly all the time because they don't actually know how to clean them out or do maintenance. bedbug and pet hair warning obviously

27. microwaves

28. refrigerators

30. lamps

31. any kind of exercise equipment including stationary bikes, ellipticals and weights/weight benches

32. any kind of piano. there's a grand on my local Craigslist for free rn

33. scrap wood and lumber

34. pallets

35. wood shipping crates

36. newborn, toddler and baby equipment like breast milk pumps and storage, bottles, bottle racks, diapers, etc. anything a little guy will grow out of fast will end up being given away

37. air conditioners, humidifiers and dehumidifiers. these will be most numerous during their respective off seasons

list updated 2/13/24 based on recent Craigslist trawling

38. jars, both canning type jars and clean food jars like from pickled or jelly bought at the store

39. rugs. most of my rugs are sidewalk finds. rugs will almost always be dirty. a decent consumer grade rug cleaner costs under $100, it's cheaper to just buy one if you have the space to store it. flushing the scavenged rug with soap, hot water, vinegar, alcohol, etc will clean almost anything but huge bedbug and allergen warning on this item

[thepromptfoundry]

For July 2024 we're keeping the party going here at the Prompt foundry, celebrating diversity, solidarity, and triumphs won in the fight for rights as we roll right from Queer Pride in June to Disability Pride in July with Pride 2 Disability Boogaloo!

If you use this list, please tag me here @thepromptfoundry, I’d love to see your writing and art!

Feel free to combine different days' prompts with each other, or combine them with other seasonal events! Use your OCs, your favorite characters from media, your own experiences, whatever tickles your fancy.

Respond to as many prompts as you want or as interest you, don’t worry about missing or skipping any. Remember, this is supposed to be fun!

If you have any questions or musings, check our FAQ, and if you don't find your answer, shoot me an ask.

Plain text list below the cut:

1 We’ve always been here 2 Growing up disabled 3 Mobility aides 4 Curb-cut effect 5 Memory loss 6 Dignity 7 Limb difference 8 Sensory sensitivity 9 Autonomy 10 Invisible disability 11 Family 12 Nonverbal 13 Communication 14 Deaf or Hard of Hearing 15 Support 16 Technology 17 Pain 18 Rest 19 Facial difference 20 Space for us 21 Neurological disability 22 Neurodiversity 23 Becoming disabled 24 Allergy 25 Chronic condition 26 Genetics 27 Skin difference 28 Maintenance 29 Respecting limits 30 Solidarity 31 A future for us

Have fun!

[thatgentlewife]

Ways a wife can contribute to a happy, Christ-centered marriage by nurturing love, respect, and joyful service to her husband:

1. Pray together and individually

• Pray for your husband’s needs, spiritual growth, and guidance. Pray together regularly, inviting God into every aspect of your marriage.

2. Communicate with Love and Respect

• Share openly and kindly, and listen with empathy. Respect his thoughts and opinions, honoring his role as a leader in the home.

3. Prepare His Lunch or Favorite Meals

• Pack a nutritious lunch for him to take to work or surprise him with his favorite dinner. This simple act shows care and appreciation.

4. Maintain a Clean and Peaceful Home

• Create a relaxing environment by keeping the home tidy and welcoming. Organize spaces that matter to him, like his favorite chair or workspace.

5. Encourage and Uplift Him

• Speak words of encouragement, recognize his strengths, and affirm his leadership. Avoid criticism, and let your words be a source of strength and comfort.

6. Show Physical Affection and Care

• Express love through small gestures, a gentle touch, or quality time. Physical closeness helps strengthen your emotional connection.

7. Practice Patience and Forgiveness

• Be quick to forgive mistakes and approach disagreements with patience and grace. Reflect Christ’s love by prioritizing unity over proving a point.

8. Welcome Him Home Warmly

• Greet him warmly, showing excitement to see him. This simple gesture helps set a peaceful and positive tone for his evening.

9. Support His Work and Hobbies

• Show interest in his work or hobbies, offering encouragement and helping when you can. Your support reinforces his value to you.

10. Align with His Vision and Decisions

• Seek to understand and support his vision for the family, discussing decisions in a way that respects his role as head of the household.

11. Run Errands or Handle Tasks He Dislikes

• Take on errands or tasks he dislikes, such as grocery shopping or car maintenance, to lighten his load and show you’re thinking of him.

12. Cultivate a Cheerful Heart and Gratitude

• Approach marriage with joy and gratitude for your partnership. Let thankfulness be evident in your actions and attitude.

13. Be Intentional in Physical Affection

• Give hugs, a kiss on the cheek, or a back rub after a long day to make him feel valued and appreciated. Regular lovemaking is also recommended!

14. Model Christ’s Love and Kindness

• Be a daily example of Christ’s love through kindness, patience, and compassion. Build him up with gentle words and actions.

15. Stay Rooted in God’s Word Together

• Study the Bible together to grow spiritually and strengthen your marriage. When both partners are aligned with God’s Word, you share a foundation for love and purpose.

16. Take Care of Household Chores Thoughtfully

• Handle regular household tasks that he appreciates, like laundry, dishes, or organizing, to create a peaceful and comfortable home environment.

17. Celebrate His Accomplishments

• Acknowledge his achievements, big or small, and celebrate them together. This helps him feel seen and appreciated.

18. Encourage His Relationship with God

• Pray for him and encourage his spiritual growth. This support strengthens both his faith and your bond.

19. Express Appreciation Through Notes or Texts

• Leave thoughtful notes in his lunch or send an encouraging text during the day. Simple reminders of love brighten his day.

20. Plan Date Nights and Special Moments

• Plan date nights or small surprises, even at home, to keep the romance alive and show your commitment to nurturing your relationship.

21. Cook Meals that Support His Health

• Prepare healthy, balanced meals that align with his dietary needs or preferences, showing care for his well-being.

22. Offer to Pray for His Specific Needs

• Ask if there’s anything specific you can pray for and take time each day to lift those needs up.

23. Be Available for Quality Time

• Dedicate time to him free from distractions. Whether it’s watching a show, taking a walk, or just listening, be present and engaged.

By serving, supporting, and loving your husband in these ways, you’ll contribute to a marriage that reflects Christ’s love and builds a joyful, nurturing partnership. 🌷

[a-d0ll-named-ang3l]

🎀𝑰 𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒌𝒆𝒆𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒐 𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒎𝒚 𝒇𝒂𝒗 𝒄𝒍𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒔 (not in order)🎀

1- Favourite child collective- clothing mainly based off , movies (e.g: the virgin suicides and black swan)

2- Twin sticker- sells super cute heart shaped bags (small business)

3- Dreamers rebels- everything they have is so cute but my personal fav is their rain coats 

4- coquette dolly- this is relatively more on the dollette side but it’s still cute 

5- peiliee- I literally want everything here (there are multiple small businesses in this website)

6- fanciful doll- mainly cells absolutely ADORABLE tea-length dresses

7- sweetly- the hell their bags are so cute.

8- Lottie’s bell- currently under maintenance but if you got to her channel the clothing is soooo cute

9- Elise rose- I genuinely freaked out so hard when I saw their swim suits (small business!)

10- princess Polly- their tops are adorable + are versatile for multiple aesthetics

11-Melinna- absolutely stunning tops for the coquette girlies

12- Cherie Lou- once again an absolute need for coquette girlies

13- shushucherry- go to for my hyper fem girlies

14-Lacemade- has the prettiest dresses, perfect for the type of girlies who would wear vintage wedding dresses to get groceries 

15-femmenia- has the CUTEST handmade tops and their perfumes smell edible

16- Liz Lisa- if your hyper feminine/ kawaii you’ll love this 

18- 549 - the cutes accessories ever

19- Truth or dare- I love these guy’s tracksuits, plus their American summer collection is so cute 

20- Mandy crimson- I love their milkmaid tops

21-yamii- a website contain multiple small buisnesses

[wheelie-sick]

Things to research before getting your first custom manual wheelchair

one of the biggest things I can recommend to anyone getting a new custom chair (but especially a first custom chair) is to understand all of the parts of a wheelchair and what they do. I decided to make a guide with wheelchair parts to research and places to look for information to make this process a little bit easier. additional link suggestions are welcome.

General resources:

Permobil - The Wheelchair Handbook

Motion Composites - Preparing for Your Wheelchair Evaluation: Before the Evaluation (Part 1)

Motion Composites - Preparing for Your Wheelchair Evaluation (Part 2)

1. Frame

Motion Composites - Folding vs Rigid Wheelchair Frames: How to Choose

Permobil - Manual wheelchairs: rigid and folding frames. How do you choose?

GTK - Oh what’s in a frame? Comparing Multiple Materials

Motion Composites - Wheelchairs: Carbon Fiber Versus Aluminum

2. Front frame angle

Motion Composites - Understanding the Impact of Rigid Wheelchair Front Frame Angle

Sunrise Medical - Rigid Frame Wheelchairs – Frame Angle and Inset

4. Seat dump

Permobil - Ergonomic Seating and Manual Wheelchairs

Spinlife - Wheelchair Back & Seat Angle

5. Caster size, style, and position

Motion Composites - Front Casters for Manual Wheelchairs Practical Guide

Sunrise Medical - Front Caster Position in Manual Wheelchairs

6. Caster forks

New Mobility - Caster Wheels and Forks

Sunrise Medical - Maneuverability in Manual Wheelchairs - What Fork to use?

New Mobility - Innovations: Emerging Trends in the Wheelchair Market (information about single sided forks)

7. Footplate

Motion Composites - Footrest Options to Support Function and Mobility

When Tania Talks - Active User Wheelchair Footplate Options

8. Calf strap

Spex Seating - Lower Leg Support Considerations in Wheelchair Seating

9. Seat pan

Permobil - Solid Seat Insert for Wheelchair: Taking a Closer Look at Cushion Components

10. Seat cushion

Permobil - What to Look for in Seating & Positioning Products

Permobil - How to Choose a Cushion in Long Term Care

Permobil - Cushion Geometry: Linear and Contoured

Freedom Mobility Center - Wheelchair Seat Cushions: 5 Tips for Choosing the Right One for You

Mobility Basics - Seat Cushion Rigidizer

Motion Composites - Selecting the Right Cushion for Your Wheelchair a Clinicians Guide

Motion Composites - Covering the Basics of Wheelchair and Back Support Covers

11. Seat belts

12. Clothing guards

Sherman Oaks Medical Equipment - Wheelchair Clothes Guards / Side Guards Guide

13. Arm rests

United Spinal Association - Wheelchair Armrests What Do They Really Do?

Spinlife - Wheelchair Arm Rest Choices

Motion Composites - Armrests: Getting the Support you Need

14. Back supports

Motion Composites - Solid vs Upholstery Backs

Mobility Management - How to Choose the Right Back Height for your Client

Freedom Mobility Center - Why a Solid Back is Preferred Over a Sling Back

Mobility Basics - Back Supports

Sunrise Medical - Tips for Selecting Prefabricated Wheelchair Backs

Motion Composites - Covering the Basics of Wheelchair and Back Support Covers

15. Head supports

16. Push handles

Motion Composites - Push Handles: Pushing Around

17. Wheels

Motion Composites - Rolling Along: The Importance of Rear Wheel Selection

Sunrise Medical - Comparing Wheelchair Wheel Spoke Options

Mobility Basics - Manual Wheelchair Wheels

18. Tires

New Mobility - Everything You Need to Know About Selecting the Right Wheelchair Tires

GTK - Solid versus Pneumatic Tyres

Mobility Basics - Manual Wheelchair Wheels

Motion Composites - Tire Selection: Balancing Performance and Maintenance

19. Brakes

Motion Composites - Wheel Locks: Unlocking Safety and Function

20. Push rims/Hand rims

Motion Composites - Getting a Grasp: Understanding the Impact of Hand Rims

DME Hub - Wheelchair Hand Rom Options and Factors to Consider

21. Anti-tip wheels

22. Camber

Motion Composites - Camber - Degrees of Performance

23. Center of Gravity

Motion Composites - Rear Wheel Position 101

[cheritzteam]

[The Ssum] “June” and “Henri” Ending Update Complete! Don’t Miss out on the Commemorative Event Too♡ v.2.1.7 App Update

Hello, dear lab participant.

You can now download the new version of <The Ssum: Love From Today>.

Google Play Store (Android) - linkApple App Store (iOS) - link

This update includes server maintenance, so you will receive 10 Aurora Batteries as Study Support upon accessing the game.

Make sure you access the Lab by 16-AUG-2024 (KST) to get your compensation! *You must collect your reward within 3 days.

The following are the details of the update we have received from the Lab.

< ⓛ Ending Update, “June” and “Henri” Are Waiting for You Lab Participant! >

Ending update has completed all the stories for "June" and "Henri"! What awaits the lab participant in the final chapter? Please join us in helping these two Ssumones find true love through you, the lab participant 💘

< ②The Future of Two Ssumones Changes with the “Choices” of the Lab Participant?>

The Ssum Season 2's exclusive epilogue special support update! What if the lab participant's choices determine the Ssumone's future? Collect the epilogue special support you acquire based on their changed future!

< ③Observe the Ssumones’ Emotions at a Glance Through “Emojis!”>

You can now view cute emojis in the chats with June and Henri. The round and endearing emojis level up the appeal of the Ssumones 🧡 Please look forward to seeing which emojis the two will use to express their love to you, lab participant!

If you're currently matched with someone else, tap the Profile button on the main screen. Tap the arrow button next to your current match's profile picture to match with someone else.

*Chats with your current match will not be deleted and can be continued when you reconnect. When reconnecting, please note the time of your last chat so that you don't miss any chats/calls. *When you match with a new Ssumone, you will need to change your Ssumone at your wake-up time to ensure that all Day 1 chats can take place.

💛Commemorative Event Announcement💛

< X(Twitter) Repost Event >

This August 13, the Update of 💙Henri💙 and 💛June💛 

…and to celebrate, we’re holding a repost event on Cheritz’s official X(Twitter)!

***

💌 How to participate 1) Log in to X(Twitter)🔑 2) Repost the event post(link) on @Cheritz_DL🔁

📆 Event ends on August 13, 2024 (Wed) ~ August 19, 2024 (Mon) KST

🎁 Event prizes - 50 Aurora Batteries (20 winners)

📢 Winner announcement August 29, 2024 (Thu) KST

※Disclaimer※ - You cannot participate with an account set to private. - Winners have 10 days to respond via DM to claim their prize.

We are providing every lab participant with Special Lab Support in celebration of the update!

Make sure to collect the items while they’re available - especially the Aurora Creature Box which can only be acquired through purchase💌

📆 Reward Period ~August 21th, 2024 (Wed) 9 AM KST

🎁 Lab Support Details 5 Aurora Batteries + 1 Aurora Creature Box

The additional update information received from the research institute is as follows.

[New Updates] > Henri's first birthday celebration with you!   Event data for Henri’s birthday has been added. Check out the upcoming event announcements for more details!

[Others] - Minor bugs were fixed.

We hope you hop onto the hype for our newly released Update of <The Ssum>.

We will do our best to provide you with more heart-racing content in the future.

Thank you.

-Cheritz-

[todaysdocument]

Senate Bill 3060

Collection HH-HOOVH: Herbert Hoover PapersSeries: President's Subject FilesFile Unit: Unemployment-PECE-Correspondence, Nov 1930

This is a copy of a Wagner Bill that would establish a national employment system. It was vetoed by President Herbert Hoover on March 7, 1931.

Union Calendar No. 511

71st CONGRESS S. 3060

20 SESSION [Report No. 2033]

_________________________________

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

May 13, 1930

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

June 26, 1930

Reported with amendments, committed to the Committee of the Whole House

on the state of the Union, and ordered to be printed

[Omit the part struck through and insert the part printed in italic]

__________________________________

AN ACT

To provide for the establishment of a national employment system

and for cooperation with the States in the promotion of such

system, and for other purposes.

1. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa-

2. tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

3. That in order to promote the establishment and maintenance

4. Of a national system of public employment offices there is

5. hereby created in the Department of Labor a bureau to be

6. known as the United States Employment Service, at the

7. head of which shall be a director general. The director

8. general shall be appointed by the President, by and with

9. the advice and consent of the Senate, and shall receive a

10. salary at the rate of not less than [strikethrough] $10,000 [/strikethrough] $8,500 per annum. The 

1. Employment Service now existing in the Department of

2. Labor is hereby abolished.

3. SEC 2. The Secretary of Labor is authorized, in

4. accordance with the civil service laws, to appoint,

5. [crossed out] accordance with the Classification Act of 1923, as amended,

6. [crossed out] to fix the compensation of a woman assistant director general

7. [crossed out] who, subject to the director general, shall have general

8. [crossed out] supervision of all matters relating to the obtaining of employ

9. [crossed out] ment for women, and, in accordance with the civil service

10. [crossed out] laws, to appoint,[/crossed out] and, in accordance with the Classification

11. Act of 1928, as amended, to fix the compensation of, such

12. other officers, employees, and assistants, and to make such

13. expenditures (including expenditures for personal services

14. and rent at the seat of government and elsewhere, and for

15. law books, books of reference, and periodicals), as may be

16. necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act.

17. SEC 3. (a) It shall be the province and duty of the

18. bureau to establish and maintain a national system of employ-

19. ment offices for men, women, and juniors who are legally

20. qualified to engage in gainful occupations, and, in the

21. manner hereinafter provided, to assist in establishing and

22. maintaining systems of public employment offices in the

23. several States and the political subdivisions thereof. The

24. bureau shall also assist in coordinating the public employ-

25. ment offices throughout the country by furnishing and pub-

1. lishing information as to opportunities for employment, by

2. maintaining a system for clearing labor between the several

3. States, [crossed out] by establishing and maintaining uniform standards,

4. [crossed out] policies, and procedure, and by aiding in the transportation

5. [crossed out] of workers to such places as may be deemed necessary, for

6. [crossed out] the purpose of obtaining employment. It is hereby declared

7. [crossed out] to be the policy of the Congress that the service authorized

8. [crossed out] by this Act shall be impartial, neutral in labor disputes, and

9. [crossed out] free from political influence.

10. (b) Except as herein otherwise provided, the United

11. States Employment Service shall be charged with the

12. administration of this Act, under the supervision of the

13. Secretary of Labor. The director general is authorized

14. to deduct from any amount appropriated for any fiscal year

15. under the provisions of section 5 not in excess of 5 per

16. centum thereof, which shall remain available until expended

17. for expenses incurred in the administration of this Act.

18. SEC. 4. Except as provided in section 10, in order to

19. obtain the benefits of appropriations apportioned under sec-

20. tion 5, a State shall, through its legislature, accept the pro-

21. visions of this Act and designate or authorize the creation of

22. a State agency vested with all powers necessary to cooperate

23. with the United States Employment Service under this Act.

24. SEC. 5. (a) For the purpose of carrying out the pro-

25. visions of this Act there is hereby authorized to be appropri-

[submas-november]

The official list of prompts for Submas November is now complete! Once more, many thanks to everyone who submitted prompts, there were enough to do a full month of main prompts as well as alternate prompts!

For those who are new:

Welcome to NOVEMBMAS!

Novembmas (aka Submas November) is an event to appreciate the subway bosses Ingo and Emmet, and it starts on November 1st!

Rules and plaintext prompt list under the cut

RULES:

Tag your posts with "#Novembmas", and don't be afraid to @ this blog! All novembmas posts will be reblogged here. (This is more for organizational purposes -- you don't need to use the tag if you do not want to, but you will if you want it to be seen by this blog.)

Keep things Safe For Work

Tag respectfully and properly

No blanksh1pping whatsoever. (Many well-known shippers have been preemptively blocked, to prevent potential problems in the future.)

And most importantly: be Kind to each other. If someone does something that bothers you, just block them and move on.

PROMPTS:

Day 1: Sibling Antics / Humor

Day 2: Spooky / Autumn

Day 3: Glasses / Technology

Day 4: Maintenance / Coat(s)

Day 5: Stars / Outdoors

Day 6: Cozy / Differing Tastes

Day 7: Vacation / Anniversary

Day 8: Games / Unexpected

Day 9: Gardening / Cleaning

Day 10: Rainy Days / Arts & Crafts

Day 11: Amusement Park / Stowaway

Day 12: Costumes / Models

Day 13: First Train / Favorites

Day 14: Working Late / Surprise Gift

Day 15: Dragons / Happiness

Day 16: Trade / Receding Hairline

Day 17: Silly Arguments / Typos

Day 18: Heat of battle / Competition

Day 19: Flowers / Fanmail

Day 20: Pride / Sarcasm/Irony

Day 21: Photographs / (Coming to an) Understanding

Day 22: First Capture / Gym

Day 23: Family / Retirement

Day 24: Matching / New Style

Day 25: Sick / Guilty Pleasure

Day 26: Reunion / Hope

Day 27: Movie Night / Pajamas

Day 28: Snow Day / Beach Day

Day 29: Home / Fears/Worries

Day 30: Tradition / New Friends

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U.S. Approves Foreign Military Sale for South Korean F-15K Upgrade

The State Department has approved the possible sale of components that will allow South Korea to upgrade its F-15K Slam Eagle fleet to a configuration similar to the F-15EX Eagle II.

Stefano D'Urso

F-15K upgrade

The U.S. State Department has approved on Nov.19, 2024, a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Republic of Korea of components that will allow the upgrade of the country’s F-15K Slam Eagle fleet. The package, which has an estimated cost of $6.2 billion, follows the decision in 2022 to launch an upgrade program for the aircraft.

The State Department has approved the possible sale of components that will allow South Korea to upgrade its F-15K Slam Eagle fleet to a configuration similar to the F-15EX Eagle II.The F-15KThe new capabilities

The Slam Eagles are the mainstay of the Republic of Korea Air Force’s (ROKAF) multirole missions, with a particular ‘heavy hitting’ long-range strike role. According to the available data, the country operates 59 F-15Ks out of 61 which were initially fielded in 2005. In 2022, the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) approved the launch of an upgrade program planned to run from 2024 to 2034.

In particular, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency’s (DSCA) FMS notice says a number of components were requested for the upgrade, including 96 Advanced Display Core Processor II (ADCP II) mission system computers, 70 AN/APG-82(v)1 Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA) radars, seventy 70 AN/ALQ-250 Eagle Passive Active Warning Survivability System (EPAWSS) electronic warfare (EW) suites and 70 AN/AAR-57 Common Missile Warning Systems (CMWS).

In addition to these, South Korea will also get modifications and maintenance support, aircraft components and spares, consumables, training aids and the entire support package commonly associated with FMS. It is interesting to note that the notice also includes aerial refueling support and aircraft ferry support, so it is possible that at least the initial aircraft will be ferried to the United States for the modifications before the rest are modified in country.

A ROKAF F-15K Slam Eagle drops two GBU-31 JDAM bombs with BLU-109 warhead. (Image credit: ROKAF)

The components included in the possible sale will allow the ROKAF to upgrade its entire fleet of F-15Ks to a configuration similar to the new F-15EX Eagle II currently being delivered to the U.S. Air Force. Interestingly, the Korean configuration will also include the CMWS, currently not installed on the EX, so the F-15K will also require some structural modifications to add the blisters on each side of the canopy rail where the sensors are installed.

“This proposed sale will improve the Republic of Korea’s capability to meet current and future threats by increasing its critical air defence capability to deter aggression in the region and to ensure interoperability with US forces,” says the DSCA in the official notice.

The upgrade of the F-15K is part of a broader modernization of the ROKAF’s fighter fleet. In fact, the service is also upgrading its KF-16s Block 52 to the V configuration, integrating a new AESA radar, mission computer, self-protection suite, with works expected to be completed by 2025. These programs complement the acquisition of the F-35 Lightning II and the KF-21 Boramae.

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A ROKAF F-15K Slam Eagle, assigned to the 11th Fighter Wing at Daegu Air Base, takes off for a mission on Aug. 20, 2024. (Image credit: ROKAF)

The F-15K

The F-15K is a variant of the F-15E Strike Eagle built for the Republic of Korea Air Force’s (ROKAF) with almost half of the components manufactured locally. The aircraft emerged as the winner of the F-X fighter program against the Rafale, Typhoon and Su-35 in 2002, resulting in an order for 40 F-15s equipped with General Electric F110-129 engines. In 2005, a second order for 21 aircraft equipped with Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-229 engines was signed.

The Slam Eagle name is derived from the F-15K’s capability to employ the AGM-84H SLAM-ER standoff cruise missiles, with the Taurus KEPD 350K being another weapon exclusive to the ROKAF jet. The F-15K is employed as a fully multi-role aircraft and is considered ad one of the key assets of the Korean armed forces.

With the aircraft averaging an age of 16 years and expected to be in service until 2060, the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) launched in 2022 an upgrade program for the F-15Ks. The upgrade, expected to run from 2024 to 2034, is committed to strengthening the mission capabilities and survivability of the jet.

The F-15K currently equips three squadrons at Daegu Air Base, in the southeast of the country. Although based far from the demilitarized zone (DMZ), the F-15K with its SLAM-ER and KEPD 350 missiles can still hit strategic targets deep behind North Korean borders.

An F-15K releases a Taurus KEPD 350K cruise missile. (Image credit: ROKAF)

The new capabilities

It is not yet clear if the F-15K will receive a new cockpit, since its configuration will be similar to the Eagle II. In fact, the F-15EX has a full glass cockpit equipped with a 10×19-inch touch-screen multifunction color display and JHMCS II both in the front and rear cockpit, Low Profile HUD in the front, stand-by display and dedicated engine, fuel and hydraulics display, in addition to the standard caution/warning lights, switches and Hands On Throttle-And-Stick (HOTAS) control.

Either way, the systems will be powered by the Advanced Display Core Processor II, reportedly the fastest mission computer ever installed on a fighter jet, and the Operational Flight Program Suite 9.1X, a customized variant of the Suite 9 used on the F-15C and F-15E, designed to ensure full interoperability of the new aircraft with the “legacy Eagles”.

The F-15K will be equipped with the new AN/APG-82(V)1 Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar. The radar, which has been developed from the APG-63(V)3 AESA radar of the F-15C and the APG-79 AESA radar of the F/A-18E/F, allows to simultaneously detect, identify and track multiple air and surface targets at longer ranges compared to mechanical radars, facilitating persistent target observation and information sharing for a better decision-making process.

F-15K upgrade

A ROKAF F-15K Slam Eagle takes off for a night mission during the Pitch Black 2024 exercise. (Image credit: Australian Defense Force)

The AN/ALQ-250 EPAWSS will provide full-spectrum EW capabilities, including radar warning, geolocation, situational awareness, and self-protection to the F-15. Chaff and flares capacity will be increased by 50%, with four more dispensers added in the EPAWSS fairings behind the tail fins (two for each fairing), for a total of 12 dispenser housing 360 cartridges.

EPAWSS is fully integrated with radar warning, geo-location and increased chaff and flare capability to detect and defeat surface and airborne threats in signal-dense and highly contested environments. Because of this, the system enables freedom of maneuver and deeper penetration into battlespaces protected by modern integrated air defense systems.

The AN/AAR-57 CMWS is an ultra-violet based missile warning system, part of an integrated IR countermeasures suite utilizing five sensors to display accurate threat location and dispense decoys/countermeasures. Although CMWS was initially fielded in 2005, BAE Systems continuously customized the algorithms to adapt to new threats and CMWS has now reached Generation 3.

@TheAviationist.com

[3nk1]

Nnbk oc funfacts i did last night

Shí-Xiang ily ur so stupid

funfacts down↓

1. if he was an animal, he'd be a bunny or a fruit bat

2. His name reversed loosely sounds like jiangshi (Xiang-Shí)

3. He was college roomates with Ruka. He did most chores

4. He listens to the happiest songs with the saddest expression possible on his face. If you didn't know what he was listening to, you'd assume it was unreleased mitski sounds that got held for being too gut wrenching

5. He unironically loves Pinkie Pie

6. His favourite fruit is purple grapes 🍇

7. He only has two ear piercings, but he also has a belly button piercing.

8. His headband thing on his guard hat is silver and upside down, in complete contrast to Samon's, because they're opposites; Shí's quiet and always underground, Samon's loud and always outside gardening or training

9. He has a white pet bunny named Lili. It used to freak Ruka out when they lived together

10. When the Enki accident happened and Ruka got locked up, Shí-Xiang got very close to Kiji. He reminded him of Ruka

11. He most definitely slipped Ruka his makeup when nobody was looking

12. He smells metallic mostly, from being around broken jiangshi dolls all day

13. He taught Upa a few qi controlling techniques

14. Inori finds him weird, reciprocally, Shí dislikes Inori

15. He's 29yo, born on the 4th November

16. His eyes are surprisingly sensitive to light with them being cyan

17. He has a lot of moles, except on his face

18. His makeup skills are rudimentary, and it makes Ruka mad. He usually applies mismatched councealer and puts a coat of blue eyeliner on top just under his eyes to hide his darkcircles.

19. Insomniac at heart, he's also a morning person when sleeping correctly

20. At the very start of Building 5 arc, he froze up when seeing Ruka out of his cell. Enki then took him down with a hit to the head

21. He's able to fight somewhat decently with dual deer hooks swords (what Rokuriki fights with, or what Samon used to fight off the Jiangshis in Building 5 arc), but he's dogshit with anything else

22. He's physically weak, and also very light for his height

23. His strong suit is qi abilities, controlling by himself the jiangshi dolls of the underground

24. He's the one who makes the talismans for Building 5

25. His hobbies are calligraphy and gardening. Samon was the one to introduce him to the latter as a hope to bond (it kinda failed)

26. He rummaged free through Enki's office countless times. The tool Trois found was actually Shí's, that he had forgotten there at his last visit.

27. He usually doesn't wear his uniform when doing maintenance on the dolls. It's not like anyone's gonna see him

28. He's allergic to a lot of pollens

29. His favourite flower is purple Hyacinth, but he also likes foxgloves

30. He has a cyan luck charm that was given to him in highschool by Ruka. He lost it during Building 5 arc (Ruka took it back)

31. He has a lot of food intolerances, so he ends up eating the same thing almost everyday.

32. He likes shaved ice (without any syrup)

meow *explodes*

[popcorn-milk]

Titanfall-tober Art Prompts!

I was scrolling through art challenges for this October and I couldn’t find any Titanfall ones, so I made one myself!

(Text list under cut @ the end of this post)

There are pretty much no rules! A lot of these are very vague on purpose— go wild with art or anything else! Skip days, do a prompt once a week, only pick 3 to do, whatever! Just have fun celebrating Halloween in our tiny fandom :)

1. a boy and his robot

2. battlefield

3. a-wall

4. favorite titan

5. downtime

6. soldier

7. favorite pilot

8. phase shift

9. oc (original character)

10. maintenance

11. helmet

12. home planet

13. legacy

14. revolution

15. titan v titan

16. pilot v pilot

17. grapple

18. factory

19. chassis

20. stim

21. favorite canon character

22. favorite weapon

23. BT gets his own day

24. jack cooper gets his own day

25. holo

26. meme redraw (make it titanfall)

27. ticks

28. favorite chapter/level

29. endgame

30. costumes!

31. titanfall

[nkirukaj]

vVv is for Voe (A Radio Demon & the Billboard Doe AU) -Chapters

18+ MDNI

Art by: @hazbinfallinginaspiral

Part 1

1. Play Nice 6. We’re Friends*

2. Strut 7. Nice Swing

3. High Maintenance* 8. On File

4. A Dapper Man 9. Depression and Ducks*

5. Another Way 10. Good Girl

Part 2

11. Improv, Baby 16. The Belly of the Beast

12. Mouth 17. Vaughn

13. Eat Me 18. Please*

14. Bean* 19. Get Even

15. Good Girl pt 2 20. Mine

*=smut

[magicalgirlmascot]

I am curious: What are your current thoughts about the Toa Inika's drivining situation when they become Toa Inika?

Hahahaha I am SO glad you have asked me this because I have Thoughts

Terminology for non-Canadians (and/or Ontarians, idk what other provinces call things):

G1 - learner's permit, obtainable at 16, written test only, must have someone in the passenger seat who has had their full license at least 4 years, can't drive between midnight and 5am, can't go on certain high speed highways (401, QEW, etc) unless the person in the passenger seat is an accredited driver's ed instructor, must pass G2 exit test within 5 years or restart process

G2 - must have had a G1 for either a) 1 year or b) 8 months if graduated from driver's ed, practical exam, can drive alone, on any roads, at any time of day, certain other restrictions apply (esp if under age 19), must pass G exit test within 5 years or start over

G - must have had G2 for at least a year, practical exam, no restrictions except for basic road laws lol

MTO - Ministry of Transportation of Ontario, basically the DMV but for Ontario

OKAY SO ALL THAT SAID:

Jaller: got his G1 the day after he turned 16 because his birthday was on a Sunday and the MTO was closed. Took the driver's ed course affiliated with his school that same year. Just got his G2. Has to beg and plead to borrow a car because both his parents work and need vehicles for that, and he can bike to work from the house.

Hahli: has been driving farm vehicles illegally for several years. Has her G1 but isn't eligible for her G2 yet. Is learning how to drive from her uncle because he's the only person in her family who respects road safety laws. Can occasionally convince her parents to loan her the truck if she fills up the tank.

Kongu: got his G2 a couple months ago. Inherited his grandparents' junker. Mostly just drives himself and Tamaru to school and back. Grumbles about being his sister's taxi service but also uses this as an excuse to hang around in town.

Nuparu: almost eligible for his G2 but not quite. Took driver's ed exclusively to lower his insurance premium. The only Inika who knows how to drive stick. Wants to get a motorcycle license too. Does all his family's car maintenance in exchange for money being put into the "Nuparu Gets His Own Car" fund.

Hewkii: can't drive. Wants to move to a big city with good public transport so he never has to learn how.

Matoro: was forced to get his G1 against his will and avoids driving like the plague. Sometimes his parents make him drive to the store or something for practice and he hates it. Wants to move out to the woods so he never has to drive again.

Takua: had to learn to drive so they could take on more cleaning jobs. Is actually almost eligible for their full G license. Has the most experience driving because their mom would make them drive between jobs for practice when they had their G1. Is not allowed to cover their mom's company car with bumper stickers to their immense dismay, and also isn't allowed to borrow it for non-work reasons if it's not an emergency.

[spybrarian]

Twenty Fanfic Writer Questions

Tagged by @storyspinner91 a while back but I was in Australia!

Who'd like to play? I've tagged a few people in the questions themselves, but maybe also... @onlyshestandsthere, @expensivefate, @jayenator565, @commanderbuffy @geek-and-nina if you like?

1. How many works do you have on Ao3? 

19, which feels *wild*! 19!!

2. What’s your total Ao3 word count? 

221,606

3. What fandoms do you write for?

Willow! Just Willow, these days. Tanthamore have my heart.

4. What are your top five fics by kudos?

one night at the start of the end of the world - my Shattered Sea one shot, tender tender Tanthamore, and there's only one bed, and it's the birthplace of pillbug Kit, and the fic where I worked out how much I liked writing them looking after each other. I'm glad this one is other people's favourite, too.

more than just survival - my multichapter canon story about Jade as she grows up, from when she was a kid in Tir Asleen to what happens after they return from the quest. Also a 5+1 (five times Kit made Jade blush and the one time Jade got her back).

The Pieces - kinkverse modern au short stories, a collaboration with @acre-of-wheat and @swashbucklery. I've written The Spider, The Mile High Club, The Maintenance and The Holes.

kiss me, kill me - my Bone Reaver Jade au, Jade busts into Tir Asleen to kidnap the princess and ends up getting got herself, in so many ways.

I scream at your chest for as long as I must - a post canon one shot, just after they return from the quest. Jade grieves for Ballantyne and Kit learns how to walk with her though her grief.

5. Do you respond to comments?

I like to!

6. What is the fic you wrote with the angstiest ending? 

I don't know - I can tell you my darkest premises (probably the very canon divergent the cellar door is an open throat aka the barbed wire, Kit Jade and Elora in a dungeon au) but even the ending of that one finishes with a glimmer of hope.

7. What’s the fic you wrote with the happiest ending? 

Huh, I think with most of my fics I tend to go for hopeful endings over happy ones. I think my most *satisfying*, hopeful ending I wrote was Samaras (an Architect of Catastrophe story) that I wrote as a present for @wigster07. I'm really, really pleased with that one. It's about rebuilding after tragedy.

8. Do you get hate on fics? 

I haven't, and am very grateful for that.

9. Do you write smut? If so, what kind? 

Do I ever?! What kind? What *kind*?! The gay kind. Aside from the aforementioned kinkverse, I've also got a canon based smut series (my kissing fics!) called There's not a step we can take that does not bring us closer where Kit and Jade are inventing all the different ways they love being together.

10. Do you write crossovers? What’s the craziest one you’ve written? and 11. Have you ever had a fic stolen?

Nope and nope!

12. Have you ever had a fic translated? 

Also nope - although Juliette made [Podfic of] one night at the start of the end of the world where she read this fic GORGEOUSLY! It's there for download if you want to listen.

13. Have you ever co-written a fic before? 

I've collaborated! I haven't done a true co-writing thing for this fandom but, there's the kinkverse series in which I'm in deep cohorts with Acre and J, the singing cowboy fic I wrote into J's (cowboy) take me away (tanthamore rdr2 au). I love them both - they push me in new directions, and the feedback loop of inspiration is an utter joy.

14. What’s your all-time favorite ship?

Tanthamore, hands down

15. What’s a WIP you want to finish but doubt you ever will? 

I plan on finishing them all. Yes even Wyrm Jade/I'll be the sweetest thing to ever scare you, yes I know it's been a hot minute. I do have genuine plans to finish.

16. What are your writing strengths? 

Coming up with phrases/images that people remember, that's probably the part I get a kick out of the most. I think my pacing and character and words in general are all pretty good, but writing callbacks to earlier in the story, or getting the foreshadowing right, are two of my favourite things to play with.

17. What are your writing weaknesses?

I get repetitive - mostly I manage to catch this in edits, but ho boy do I know how to say the same thing over and over.

18. Thoughts on writing dialogue in another language in fic? 

I'm not fluent in anything other than English so I haven't used dialogue in other languages in any of my fics - unless you count the Ancient Angoran in 'kiss me kill me'.

19. First fandom you wrote for?

Dragonball Z, an epic written by hand in double spaced lines over several exercise books ;)

20. Favourite fic you’ve written? 

I'm really proud of 'one night' and 'more than just survival' but there is a special place in my heart for Let's take a knife and cut the world in two and its follow up there is light somewhere (it may not be much light but it beats the darkness) - my Exorcist Jade/possessed Kit au. The strange not-canon, not-modern, some-mix-of-the-two world that I made for that one is my *favourite*.

[neurolearn]

This list is for the late-diagnosed, the ones running on vibes and social scripts, and anyone who’s ever left a conversation and immediately needed to lie down.

If you recognise yourself in here - hi! And BTW… You were never broken. Just busy surviving.

30 Signs You Were Masking Before You Knew What Masking Was

1. You rehearsed conversations in your head before speaking.

2. You copied people’s mannerisms to seem “normal.”

3. You felt exhausted after socialising — but didn’t know why.

4. You laughed when everyone else did, even if you didn’t get the joke.

5. You had a “phone voice” and a “real voice.”

6. You constantly second-guessed your facial expressions.

7. You pre-wrote texts, deleted them, rewrote them again.

8. You mimicked personalities to fit in different groups.

9. You felt like you were “performing” in public.

10. You obsessed over how to sit or where to put your hands.

11. You suppressed stimming (fidgeting, tapping, etc.) around others.

12. You monitored your tone of voice while speaking.

13. You made yourself smile even when you didn’t want to.

14. You watched others to know when to laugh, nod, or react.

15. You feared being “too much” all the time.

16. You downplayed your interests to avoid judgment.

17. You practiced eye contact in the mirror.

18. You over-apologised constantly.

19. You copied people’s slang or phrases to “blend in.”

20. You avoided correcting people even when they were wrong.

21. You had a “safe” topic you used to sound engaged.

22. You studied others’ body language like it was a second language.

23. You adjusted your volume based on who you were with.

24. You were called a “people pleaser” or “chameleon.”

25. You didn’t realise you had needs until burnout hit.

26. You were praised for being “so mature” or “low maintenance.”

27. You worried more about being liked than being comfortable.

28. You filtered everything you said in case it was “weird.”

29. You felt like you didn’t know who you really were.

30. You finally learned what masking was and cried.

Repost. Tag your friend who’s still over-apologising. Add your own. We’re not masking anymore. (Unless we need to. Safety first.)