#simon crenshaw

[karinonsan]

The Creens is giving me early Mo Dao Zu Shi confusion twister with hundred names thrown im for one person. Who was Han Guang-jun and Lan Wangji and Lan Zhan and Lan Er-Gongzi again? Wdym they're the same person???

Because, is Simon's name Simon Crenshaw because they called him Lord Crenshaw or is it Simon Creen? His father's name is Sinclair?? So is he Simon Sinclair or Sinclair is the father's name? WAIT WHAT DO YOU MEAN THE FATHERS NAME IS ACTUALLY EDMUND CREEN i thought the "S" was really for "Sinclair" while Simon was just really playacting the S is his brandname while it really was his father's (while actually it was neither)...

[mia-nina-lilly]

Dark Rise fandom.

Can someone remind me why Simon wanted to marry Katherine? Was it by chance? Was it because she was pretty? I can't remember and the wikis don't seem to have that information... 🥲

[will-kempen]

Random Dark Rise Poll 11/?

Here's something we haven't discussed yet. What was the deal with Simon and Katherine?

EDIT: I stupidly didn't think to include any option for "he was mysteriously drawn to her because Magic" but for the sake of the poll I feel like this could come under "he thought she was hot"

In your personal opinion/headcanon:

All Dark Rise polls here (will be updated as I post more)

[purposeisinme]

📍Crenshaw and Slauson

[petulant-plants]

One of my favourite things about dark rise is that it never ever pulls it’s punches.

If something can get worse it will get worse every time, and I feel like that’s not something I usually see in YA books. Characters will have narrow escapes, they’ll make it out by the skin of their teeth, maybe with some losses along the way, but you know they’re getting through it, they’re the main characters after all. Except in dark rise there is literally never a single narrow escape and no one get out of a situation better off than they went in.

Will thinks of a way to avoid direct conflict between Simon and the Stewards? Too late Simon already invaded and everyone is dead.

Will realizes who he is? Oops Katherine overheard.

The gang needs to get out of the citadel before Crenshaw and his goons arrive? Well too bad, they’re already here and the party is split and everyone is suffering.

James comes and rescues Will from his own friends? Uh oh the collar is in place.

I feel like your average YA would have Will be clever enough to somehow evade these dangers and their consequences, and Will IS clever, it’s just that also life is hard and brutal and sometimes you won’t make it in time and you won’t be able to out manoeuvre your rich and powerful enemy.

[steveconte]

“WE LIKE IT”  - Music

“WE LIKE IT”  - Music & Lyrics by Steve Conte & Andy Partridge

Steve Conte - Vocals, Guitars, Percussion, Handclaps

John Conte - Bass

Prairie Prince - Drums

Rob Schwimmer - Keyboards 

Backing vocals - Ian Hunter, Rick Tedesco, Kevin Tyler Preston, Glen Matlock, Prairie Prince, Thommy Price, Marshall Crenshaw, Tommy Henrickson, Kyf Brewer, Marc Broussard, Steve Lillywhite, Kasim Sultan, Jessie Wagner, Palmyra Delran, Genya Ravan, Simon Kirke, Danko Jones, Nasty Suicide, Dennis Dunaway, Kevin Salem, Danny B. Harvey, Jonathan Clarke, Robert Eriksson, Dregen & Majsan, Kevin March, Chips Kiesbye, Rich Ragany, Keith Roth, Damon Johnson, Rich Jones, Billy Hopeless, Alycia Jones, Jay Millete, John & Jennifer Kerns, Danni Action Michael Imperioli, Frank Lammers, Christian Keiber, Kerry McGann, The Brazen Giant Ensemble, Ryan Hamilton, Ben Rubin, Jan Verdoorn, Mickey Leigh, Westley Crawford, Janie Barnett, Nicki Richards, Lajuan Carter-Dent, Baz Conte

We Like It  (Conte/Partridge)

Yeah, yeah we like it

Yeah, yeah we like it

I’ve got something gonna make you scream

Yeah, yeah we like it

I’m the candidate pushing your American dream

Yeah, yeah we like it

All politicians got their pants on fire

Everybody knows the situation is dire

I’m no messiah and I ain’t no liar

But I know what ya want and I know you’re gonna like it

Yeah, yeah we like it

A tap in the kitchen, that turns on the beer

Yeah, yeah we like it

There’ll be no hangovers, they’re illegal here

Yeah, yeah we like it

Now everyone is beautiful from north to south

The only ugly things are what come out our mouths

Peace, love and fun is what it’s all about 

‘Cause I know what ya want and I know you’re gonna like it

Improve your life, husband or wife

Until you're bored or dead and done

Promise you cash, your own fat stash

You know we print it by the ton

You won't go belly up

i'll overflow your cup

'Cause I know what you want and I know your gonna like it

Yeah, yeah we like it

Yeah, yeah we like it…

*Produced by Steve Conte (Additional remote production by Andrew Hollander & Andy Partridge)

*Arrangers - Andy Partridge & Steve Conte

*Published by Thunderdog Music / Teosto (Worldwide), ASCAP (North America) and Warner Chappell / PRS

*Recorded at Renegade Studios, NYC 

*Mixed by Geoff Sanoff

[kickmag]

Will Smith & Coco Jones Celebrate Season 3 Of BEL-AIR With Performance At Peacock BBQ

Will Smith and Coco Jones performed at Peacock's BBQ last night to celebrate season 3 of BEL-AIR. The event took place at the Universal Studios Backlot in Los Angeles. BEL-AIR cast members Jabari Banks, Coco Jones, Adrian Holmes, Jimmy Akingbola, Olly Sholotan, Akira Akbar, Jordan L. Jones, and Simone Joy Jones, attended alongside executive producers Will Smith and Morgan Cooper; showrunner, executive producer, and writer Carla Banks Waddles. Special guest stars in attendance included Jazlyn Martin, Justin Cornwell, Alycia Pascual-Peña, and more. Trejos Tacos, Black-owned Earle's On Crenshaw, and Eagle Rock BBQ catered the event. The Blaccess (Black Access term coined by Will and Carlton) Flea Market featured three Black-owned vendors and Blaccess merchandise. DJ Meel kept the music going, and Charles Kuykendoll was the host. BEL-AIR's third season debuts on Peacock on August 15th. 

[consoledacup]

Is Layla a main character?

I can’t believe some people claim that Layla isn't a main character, when, in reality, she plays a central role in numerous major plot lines throughout the show.

I personally think that the biggest storylines are of course Spencer's life and his journey to the NFL, the dynamics within the Baker family, and the music storyline. and Layla has had a huge role in all of these narrative arcs. People may disagree that the music storyline is one of the main ones but here are my reasons why I think it is.

1. Consistency: The music storyline has been present since the first season.

2. Character Involvement: the music storyline is not just exclusive to Layla, several of the main and recurrent characters, including Coop, Patience, Preach, and Shawn, have had their own music-related storylines.

3. Bridge Between Worlds: obviously Spencer and Billie are the bridge between Crenshaw and Beverly Hills. But to me the music storyline also acts as a bridge connecting Crenshaw and Beverly Hills, since a lot of the Crenshaw characters have been part of the music storyline.

4.Vegas Fiasco: The music storyline served as the backdrop in the Vegas plotline, as Layla’s invitation to Coop’s show was the reason everyone was there.

5.Guest Stars: The presence of famous guest stars like JoJo and Shawn Stockman show how important the music storyline is.

6.Recurring guest Characters: Many recurring characters, such as JP, Clay, Carrie, Gia, Miko, and even Sky, are tied to the music storyline or Layla herself.

Layla’s status as a main character is undeniable and here are some of my reasons:

1. Baker Family Connection: Her close relationship with the Baker family, particularly as Olivia’s best friend and Jordan’s fiancé, mirrors Spencer’s bond with the Bakers, as he becomes like a son to Billy and Laura just like Layla, is best friends with Jordan and in love with Olivia.

2. Bridge Between Worlds: Layla’s involvement in the music storyline serves as a bridge between Crenshaw and Beverly Hills, for the reasons I mentioned before.

3. Central Role in Major Plot Lines: Layla has played a central role in many major plotlines, including her relationship with Spencer, the Spelivia love triangle, feud between Asher and Spencer in season 1, love triangle with Simone and Jordan, Patience’s storylines, Coop’s music storyline, etc.

4. Independent Storyline: Layla has her own storyline (music) unrelated to Spencer or football, that plays a major role in other character’s arcs demonstrating her significance in the show.

5. Guest Characters : Many of the guest characters are specifically for Layla’s storyline (JP Keating, Carrie, Gia, Sabine, Shawn Stockman, Chyna, christian).

6. Layla’s sets: Layla has sets specifically for her( music studio, previous houses, her bedroom, rehab facility).

7. Glue of Girls’ Friendships: Layla is the glue of the girls friendships. Olivia, Coop, Patience and Jaymee are all closer to Layla.

8. Crossover Involvement: Layla has been part of the storylines in both AA and AAH. She has played a role in many of the crossover episodes (even when she wasn’t in the crossover episodes she was a topic of conversation).

9. Ongoing Beverly Hills Connections: She still has connections with all of the Beverly people. In season 5 Asher and Layla had a great friendship, Layla came up with the idea of the fundraiser for Jaymee and both Asher and Jaymee asked Layla for advice regarding their relationship. Also in season 5, she had several scenes and storylines with JJ.

10. Layla is part of the core four 😉- She is the best part of Jordan’s life and his future wife. She is Olivia’s best friend and Laura’s bonus baby. And even with their history she is still Spencer’s friend.

There ya go! We love Layla Keating here.

And even if we didn't, she's still a main character.

[aspiringpolymath]

Mid Year Reading Check In

I compiled this at the end of June, so it's not up to the minute accurate, but a good indication of how my reading year has gone so far. I tweaked the questions a bit to suit my reading style. If anyone sees this and wants to answer them PLEASE tag me so I can see what you are reading!

Mid Year Book Check In Questions:

Did you set a reading challenge; if so, how’s it going? (AKA How many books have you read?)

Best book(s) you’ve read so far?

Best sequel or book in a series you've read so far?

New release you haven't read yet, but want to?

Most anticipated release for the second half of the year?

Biggest disappointment?

Biggest surprise?

Favorite new author? (Debut or new to you)

Newest favorite character (for whatever reason)?

Book that made you cry or saddest book you’ve read?

Book that made you happy?

Favorite review you've written this year? (Can be glowing or a takedown)

Favorite cover for a book you've read this year?

What books are your priority to read by the end of the year?

Answers:

According to GR, I’ve read 239 books (tho I prefer ‘title’ since some are pretty short. I read a mix of novels, novellas, shorts and manga/comics.) My GR goal is 365, so I’m ahead of schedule!

Bests

Manga - Restart After . . . duology by Cocomi

Graphic novel - Mamo by Sass Milledge (ff ya)

Non LGBTQ+ romance book - The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna (still casually queer)

Short book - Bisclavret by K.L. Noone

Standalone mm romance book (there are not a lot of these, lol) - We Could Be So Good by Cat Sebastian (I didn’t want it to be over, so I really took my time.)

3. Three way tie between The Missing Page by Cat Sebastian, Malibu by Emmy Sanders, and Out of the Wild Night by Marina Vivancos. Oh, and Muscle Cub by Slade James!

4. Loads, but I still haven’t read The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen by KJ Charles and I really need to get on that.

5. I’m looking forward to the next volume of Our Not-So-Lonely Planet Travel Guide by Mone Sorai. Oh, and Gentle Chaos by Tyler Gaga (ghosthoney on IG and TikTok)

6. I was most recently disappointed by How To Say I Do by Tal Bauer - not hugely, just wasn’t what I was hoping for.

7. I was really pleasantly surprised by Show Me How to Trust by Ray Celar. I didn’t have high hopes after book 2, but this one really took the time it needed to with the characters. Not a perfect book, but really lovely.

8. I’ve read a couple of short things by her in the past, but this year Crystal Lacy has become a new go-to author.

9. Sal from The Demon’s Mate by Delaney Rain, and maybe Collin from Off-Ice Behavior by Hannah Henry.

10. Some I’ve already mentioned made me cry, but I Felt a Funeral, in My Brain by Will Walton made me cry no fewer than five times. It’s a weird prose poem YA book about grief and generational addiction, I thought it was so well done. A book that made me cry mostly happy tears was Keep Me by HJ Welch.

11. The audiobook of Heartbreak Boys by Simon James Green made me legitimately lol.

12. Well, the one that has gotten the most likes on GR is my 1 star of The Right Wrong Number by Katie Warren, but I did like my pithy review for So These Rude Grumpy Arrogant Jerks Fall In Love and It’s Gross by TJ Land. https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5353619286

13. The Roger Crenshaw books by Taylor Titmouse have amazing covers, and illustrations inside, too.

Also, Haunt, Heart, Havoc by Freydís Moon has a super striking cover.

14. I’d like to get back to In Memoriam by Alice Winn. I started it, but there were holds and I knew it was going to get very sad. Oh, and this probably should have been listed above, but I also want to get to Something Wild and Wonderful by Anita Kelly soon.

[blackfemmecharacterdependency]

May Happy Birthday List

Taurus Stars (Apr 20-May 20) There are SO MANY May BDays Girl

1: Saidah Arrika Ekulona, Victoria Monét, Drew Sidora, Gianna Bryant, Tina Lifford, Diahnne Abbott, Myiea Coy, Cee Cee Michaela, Sasha Fox, Ethel Ayer, May 1 Compilation: Ada Brown, Candy Ford, Lizz Robbins, Natalie Wachen, Geneva Maccarone 2: Golda Rosheuvel, Denyce Lawton, Tomiko Fraser, May 2 Compilation: Nannie Helen Burroughs, Lisa Wall, Laila Davis 3:Chinenye Ezeudu, Danielle Deadwyler, Genevieve Nnaji, Jessica Sula, Meagan Tandy, Diahnna Nicole Baxter, May 3 Compilation: Jackie James, Sydney Seethal 4: Navia Robinson, May 4 Birthday Compilation: Katherine Jackson, Kimora Lee, Oleta Adams, Sharon Jones 5: Gabrielle Nevaeh Green, Kimberle Crenshaw, Larissa Wilson, Eisa Davis 6: Gabourey Sidibe, Adrienne Warren, Bresha Webb, Sasheer Zamata, Angel Reese, May 6 Compilation: Amy Hunter, KJ Smith 7: Devyn Tyler, Rico Nasty, Eden Alene, Shaleen Surtie-Richards 8: May 8 Compilation: Phyllis Applegate, Ayesha Antoine, Kenya Michaels 9: Rosario Dawson, Tamia, May 9 Compilation: Lorena Gale, Terence Schreurs, Keyara Milliner, Ava Tocloo

10: Rhona Bennett, Marion Ramsey, Nicolle Rochelle, Aya Nakamura, Aliyah's Interlude, May 10 Compilation: Victoria Rowell, Gabrielle Walsh, Kayla Jones 11: Danielle Pinnock, May 11 Compilation: Xiomara Alfaro, Rakie Ayola, Holly Frazier, Blac Chyna, Coi Leray, Camryn Bridges 12: Vanessa Estelle Williams, Kim Fields, May 12 Compilation: Ruth de Souza, April Grace, Carla Hall, Marisa Lauren, Natalie Paul, Tinkaabellaaa, Kamryn Smith 13: May 13 Compilation: Maxine Sullivan, Mary Wells, Cheryl Dunye, Shamea Morton, Bree Newsome, Pearl Thusi, Baby Tate, Zoe Wees 14: Tamara Dobson, May 14 Compilation: Lisette Malidor, Anais Granofsky, Shanice, Lyric Lewis, Elease Donovan, Laya Lewis 15: Anjelika Washington, Bahia Watson, Sommore 16: Janet Jackson, May 16 Compilation: Betty Carter, Nicôle Lecky, Aleyse Shannon 17: May 17 Compilation: Cynda Williams, Frances Callier, Kandi Burruss, Rochelle Aytes, Lena Waithe, Karrueche Chan, Nicaya Wiley 18: Felicia Pearson 19: Grace Jones, May 19 Compilation: Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, Lorraine Hansberry, Yazz, Mala Wright, Ta'Rea Campbell, Chinonye Chukwu, Angel Theory 20: May 20 Compilation: Gina Ravera, Naturi Naughton, Comfort Fedoke

GEMINI SEASON BEGINS

Gemini Stars (May 21- June 21) 

21: Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Olivia Olson, May 21 Compilation: Onira Tarès, Dinora Walcott, Tyler Valerie, Brandi Maxiell 22: Naomi Campbell, May 22 Compilation: Marilyn Joi, Trinity Marie, Faith Thigpen, Paris Moore 23: May 23 Compilation: Riann Steele, Bernadette Beck, Iona Morris, Taliah Webster, Katlyn Nichol, Jane Wall, Amy Correa Bell, Imani T. Williams, Tabitha Alege, Deshayla Harris 24: Patti Labelle 25: Ebonee Noel, Octavia Spencer, Leslie Uggams, Aïssa Maïga, Gabby Soleil, Asia Jackson  26: Pam Grier, Lauryn Hill, Madeleine Mantock, May 26 Compilation: Rochelle Okoye, Onya Nurve, Nicole TV, Marie Pierra Kakoma, Yandeh Sallah 27: Left Eye, Mara Brock Akil,Shanola Hampton, May 27 Compilation: Dee Dee Bridgewater, Dionne Gipson, Milan, Brianna Olsen, Royalty Brown 28: Gladys Knight, Megalyn Echikunwoke, Tayce 29: La Toya Jackson, Laverne Cox, Mel B, Crystal Balint, Ashleigh Morghan, Michole Briana White, Jobel Mokonzi, Pearl Mackie, May 29 Compilation: Rebbie Jackson, Cherry Hunt, Aliyah Simone, Brace Face Laii, Laila Lockhart-Kraner, Zaya Wade 30: Javicia Leslie, DeWanda Wise, May 30 Compilation: Clora Bryant, Tonya Pinkins, Zoe Renee, Remy Ma, Luhhsetty 31: Normani Kordei, Vivian Nixon, May 31 Compilation: Shirley Verrett, June Sarpong, Catherine Bruhier, Cupcakke, Petronia Paley

[theuniverseawakens347]

Lee so hell bent and desperate to get a diagnosis SHES using me to diagnosis bitches who look like me n Daniel’s ex and friends to talk shit about me and then got Paula king faking a psychiatrists… Taylor senior … her house apartment up the street around the way from Paula Mitchell lee likes to keep the stalking slaves close to me n Tristan stuff - a sneak attack breaking in but lee you lame as fuck that unit is getting remodeled or did and is green…. On Ventura buy or pass the target by paul Mitchell… Kimora Jay sleeping in her car over there… thanks Lee get the info as I write this you stupid fucking bitch ass piece of a mother but you sooo fucking concerned w other moms STOP BEING A FUCKING KAREN EVEN THE HOUSE NIGGER HATES YOU IN FUCKING FULL… PAULA YOU TWO - TAYLOR SR WHY SHE PAYING UR RENT N PIMPING YOU MEN TO DATE .- “ she a female Tristan and I hate pops for Malik” … okay what Daniel got to do with this how you get his sperm for babies - DANIEL I DID UR HAIR AT SCHOOL YOU SEEN UGLY AS PERSONAILTY DAE DRESSING LIKE A WOMAN. Mhmm “ do you mind that” no he’s a friend* - faked it like the rest of weird easy money slave stalking cunt ass bitches. .. Paula Barton how you know Kimora Jay and Alissa morris from CSUN DAISY FLORES FULLERTON … grad w honors STUPID FUCKING LAW DEGREE FOR TINA OSHINUGA AND AJA MILES ANTHROPOLOGY N MORGAN SIMON UCLA GOT KICKED OUT OR LEFT CAUSE HE LOST HIS TRACK SCHOLARSHIP SO LEE ASKED HIM TO MURDER ME 2021 to get him back to school - MIACH AND HIM UPS DRIVING … HOW I STEAL PACKAGES W YOU - THE NIGHT MORGAN SAID HED COMMITT SUIDE TO MIACH AND MICAH CALLED ME TO COME OVER 1 am NICE RENTED G WAGON TRUCK JEEP … DONS BY THE PARK LABREA ACROSS KENNETH HAN… WHO HAD A SHOOTING !? MATEO WHY IS MORGAN A LIAR … OH HE SHOT SOMEONE THAT NIGHT AND DIDNT TELL ME SHIT WAS IT AFTER IMLEFT N SAID “ you calling MIACH out for doing weirdo shit but you faking a sliced to see if he cares about you you gotta be toxic too” and left AINT seen or heard from em since - THANKS AUG 17th 2021 - NOW SETTING ME UP FOR UR FUCKING MURDER CHARGES CAUSE YOU COWS BRAINS DUMBASS LAW KIDS LADERA VIEW PARK N HATE AJA BUT USED MY NAME THANKS TO MORGAN AND MATEO AND MICAH ( innocent) - Ian king … kj smith… Andrew Johnson when did you become a police office like Julian Jackson a fire fighter .. - yes Willie you can fight for me black Israeliten… Trenton graham look just like Jeff miles …. Miles printing down Crenshaw shut down when - clarity Basel hassoldt Torrance

[harmony-of-political-science]

Bridging Theory and Lived Experiences: A Melodic Exploration of Gender, Race, and Politics

Harnessing the Power of Music

Through the artistic expression of music, this project seeks to evoke emotions, prompt critical thinking, and offer a fresh lens to examine the complex interplay between political science theories and the realities faced by marginalized groups, particularly women and people of color, within the context of US politics and social movements.

Curating a Thoughtful Spotify Playlist

By curating a thoughtful Spotify playlist, with each song symbolizing or resonating with concepts, events, or ideologies, the project can provide a unique and engaging perspective on the nuanced relationship between political science theories and the lived experiences of different genders and races. By bridging theoretical knowledge with real-world expressions through a carefully curated playlist, the project aims to make these concepts more accessible, relatable, and impactful for listeners.

Weaving Theory and Artistic Expression

The playlist serves as an artistic expression, using music to evoke emotions, prompt critical thinking, and offer a unique perspective on the nuanced relationship between political science theories and the lived experiences of different genders and races in the US. Through the powerful medium of music, this endeavor deftly weaves together the seminal works of esteemed scholars such as Kimberlé Crenshaw, Bell Hooks, Ange-Marie Hancock, Kai M. Green, and Mala Htun with the evocative lyrics of celebrated artists like Hozier ft. Mavis Staples, Olivia Rodrigo, Nina Simone, Taylor Swift, Halsey, Jamila Woods, Rina Sawayama and Shea Diamond.

Exploring Complex Concepts through Music

This harmonious convergence aims to provide a unique and engaging lens through which to examine complex concepts such as intersectionality, critiques of mainstream feminism, the "visibility project," and the transformative potential of autonomous social movements. By curating a thoughtfully crafted Spotify playlist, this project transcends traditional academic boundaries, inviting listeners on a melodic journey that amplifies the voices, perspectives, and artistic expressions of those existing at the intersections of racial and gender oppression.

[occupyhades]

God's Whistleblower

The eyes of the LORD are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good. Proverbs 15:3 (ESV)

One day the members of the heavenly court came to present themselves before the LORD, and the Accuser, Satan, came with them. “Where have you come from?” the LORD asked Satan. Satan answered the LORD, “I have been patrolling the earth, watching everything that’s going on.” Job 1:6-7 (NLT)

This is how we know who the children of God are and who the children of the devil are: Anyone who does not do what is right is not God’s child, nor is anyone who does not love their brother and sister. 1 John 3:10 (NIV)

What are worthless and wicked people like? They are constant liars. Proverbs 6:12 (NLT) 

With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God’s likeness. James 3:9 (NIV) 

As the Scriptures say, “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise and discard the intelligence of the intelligent.” 1 Corinthians 1:19 (NLT)

And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne. And there were open books, and one of them was the Book of Life. And the dead were judged according to their deeds, as recorded in the books. Apocalypse 20:12 (BSB)

And if anyone was found whose name was not written in the Book of Life, he was thrown into the lake of fire. Apocalypse 20:15 (BSB)

[steveconte]

It’s the premier of my new video, “We Like It” from The Concrete Jangle!

Featuring the voices of: Ian Hunter, Kevin Preston, Glen Matlock, Prairie Prince, Thommy Price, Marshall Crenshaw, Tommy Henrickson, Kyf Brewer, Marc Broussard, Steve Lillywhite, Kasim Sultan, Jessie Wagner, Palmyra Delran, Genya Ravan, Simon Kirke, Danko Jones, Nasty Suicide, Dennis Dunaway, Kevin Salem, Danny B. Harvey, Jonathan Clarke, Robert Eriksson, Dregen & Majsan, Kevin March, Chips Kiesbye, Rich Ragany, Keith Roth, Damon Johnson, Rich Jones, Billy Hopeless, Alycia Jones, Jay Millete, John & Jennifer Kerns, Danni Action Michael Imperioli, Frank Lammers, Christian Keiber, Kerry McGann, The Brazen Giant Ensemble, Ryan Hamilton, Ben Rubin, Jan Verdoorn, Rick Tedesco, Mickey Leigh, Westley Crawford, Janie Barnett, Nicki Richards, Lajuan Carter-Dent & Baz Conte (many of whom can be seen in this video…)

Strap in for some political commentary that doesn’t take sides and calls out the ridiculousness of both parties…

[spencersliv]

Jordan only wanting Spencer.

[consoledacup]

Hey, I have a question about Simone’s and Olivia’s friendship. Some people talk about them as if they were best friends, however I don’t really remember their interactions that much to consider them close friends, maybe I was not paying attention. Were they really that close? or some people say that just because they don’t like the friendship between Olivia and Layla? Same thing with Kia, what are your thoughts on that?

I think they got pretty close while Simone was dating Jordan. But it's funny that after Simone was living in the Baker house for a time, Olivia still told her, "I barely know you."

Simone became a good confidant to Olivia after she had the falling out with Layla. And Simone even championed Spelivia after all that, which was great for Olivia. I think that Olivia would've been a bridesmaid alongside Layla if she wasn't already going to be the best woman for Jordan. But Simone was always closer with Jordan out of everyone in the Beverly crew. And most of Olivia and Simone's interactions were with Jordan.

And Kia has always been closest with Spencer out of everyone. Even the times she was interacting with Olivia, it usually involved Spencer, too. She's also someone that champions Spelivia, so that's super encouraging. And she was so awesome in supporting Olivia's personal journey with Sola Muse, her activism, etc.

Objectively, Olivia's gonna tell anyone who asks that Layla's her best friend. And let's not forget that Layla also champions Spelivia now. She pushed the two of them together with the auction, for one. And the amount of shit that these two went through and came out on the other side... ??? They put in so much work and just refused to give up on each other, even when it seemed so much easier to just cut things off.

I know Simone called Jordan and told her she was there for him and Liv when Billy died, and that was the right thing for her to do. But she was not close enough to Liv to fly out and support. And when Kia was back in town, she did not seek out Liv to support her either. Which again, is not her responsibility. She was there to help Spencer, no matter how south that went.

Layla was there. Day in and day out, she was in the trenches with Liv during that time. In fact, one of my favorite underrated moments of 512 is when Liv looked around the Crenshaw hallway and wondered what happened to Layla. Because she hadn't left their side up to that point.

She told Jordan and Layla that they were the two who would help her get through the night when she was on the brink of relapse. She didn't call Simone. She didn't call Kia. She didn't even call Spencer (understandably).

Just like Spencer was always meant to be with Liv, Jordan was always meant to be brothers with Spencer, and Layla was always meant to be with Jordan... Olivia was always meant to be sisters with Layla.

I'm so, so sure of it.