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Unfortunately I won't be able to post a new chapter of Strangers in the Night this weekend. It was the first week back with the kiddos and that means earlier mornings, so I'd get home extra sleepy and not in much of a writing mood. I did work on it this weekend and I'm nearly done with the chapter, if I stayed focused I might even finish it tonight BUT then I'm starting up the next chapter and trying to finish that in 1-2 weeks. So I'm gonna skip this week, finish the chapter and work on the next to give me a bit more of wiggle room. As the school year goes on, I know I'm gonna needed it.

Sorry for the delay, but I will do my very best to make sure the next chapter is up this coming weekend. And I might post a one shot in the next few days to make up for it. And if that's not enough, well here's a little sneak peek at the next chapter of Strangers in the Night (coming next weekend!)

The next morning Kitty slowly awoke on her own time, not by the rush of the alarm clock, ruckus from some noise outside, or a restless night that had barely allowed her a few hours of sleep; instead it was more her internal clock had decided she’d had enough sleep. The comfort of the mattress was a gentle and comfortable reminder that she wasn’t in her own bed and she sleepily looked to her side and blinked her eyes open to the vision of Red sitting up but still in pajamas with his readers on, reading the morning paper, his bottom half under the blankets that they shared. It was an image that warmed her heart. She smiled up at him, “Hi.” Though she’d said it softly—and probably full of more sleep than she’d have liked—Red looked over at her with a flash of surprise before it transformed into a grin. “Good morning, sleepyhead.” Kitty giggled, “Good morning.” “How’d you sleep?” “The way I always imagined a baby kangaroo slept,” she replied and snuggled deeper into the covers. When she spotted to frown he wore she smiled and continued to explain. “Warm and cozy in its mama kangaroo’s pouch. This bed is amazing, Red.” Red chuckled, “Glad you slept well.” “What about you?” Kitty asked, it wasn’t often that he work before her aside from their first early days of sleeping together, she hoped she hadn’t hogged too much of the covers or maybe the marshmallow bed. “Did you sleep okay?” “Well,” he folded the paper and placed it on the nightstand beside him signally he was done reading now that she was awake—again Kitty felt her heart bounce. “This was the first time I’d shared my amazing bed with someone.” “And?” He pursed his lips together and did a sort of bob with his head like he was reviewing things and giving them some thorough thought. ��I could get used to it,” Red ended with a such and impish smirk that it made Kitty laugh.

There you go! Just a little something to hold you over till the full update. Thank you all again for the truly amazing support, you've given me and this story. It fills my heart with joy 💛 Have a good week!

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Tag Game! List Five of Your Favorite Movies so People Can Vote on Them

Tagging e v e r y o n e.

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Jackie Stargazer

Summary: A funeral brings Jackie and Hyde together after fourteen years apart. Trauma made them wanderers, vagabonds moving in opposite directions. But the rock band Hyde roadies for reconnects them in ways neither expects.

Rated: M

Disclaimer: The lyrics are copyright to me. The music belongs to Suno and, really, every musical artist whose songs were scraped to make Suno possible. I don't believe AI-generated music should be monetized, just as I don't believe fanfiction should be monetized. DO NOT UPLOAD THIS SONG TO SPOTIFY OR ANY STREAMING SERVICE because, again, the lyrics are copyright to me and no money should be made off AI-generated music. You may download the song for personal enjoyment.

I have musical theory education and knowledge, songwriting experience, and a significant history of playing and performing music on multiple instruments. I wrote the prompts with as much specificity as I could, altered prompts when the results weren't satisfactory, and Suno generated music based on them to the best of its abilities and limitations. I've also done post-production work on some of the music.

Fans of my fanfic Jackie Stargazer have wanted to hear the songs in the story since I first posted it. Some songs I'll post here are far closer to the music in my head than others, but they all have the emotional core of my lyrics. I hope you enjoy! 😊

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Jackie Stargazer

Summary: A funeral brings Jackie and Hyde together after fourteen years apart. Trauma made them wanderers, vagabonds moving in opposite directions. But the rock band Hyde roadies for reconnects them in ways neither expects.

Rated: M

Disclaimer: The lyrics are copyright to me. The music belongs to Suno and, really, every musical artist whose songs were scraped to make Suno possible. I don't believe AI-generated music should be monetized, just as I don't believe fanfiction should be monetized. DO NOT UPLOAD THIS SONG TO SPOTIFY OR ANY STREAMING SERVICE because, again, the lyrics are copyright to me and no money should be made off AI-generated music. You may download the song for personal enjoyment.

I have musical theory education and knowledge, songwriting experience, and a significant history of playing and performing music on multiple instruments. I wrote the prompts with as much specificity as I could, altered prompts when the results weren't satisfactory, and Suno generated music based on them to the best of its abilities and limitations. I've also done post-production work on some of the music.

Fans of my fanfic Jackie Stargazer have wanted to hear the songs in the story since I first posted it. Some songs I'll post here are far closer to the music in my head than others, but they all have the emotional core of my lyrics. I hope you enjoy! 😊

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When Did This Happen: Confession

The next chapter is up

Chapter 50: Confession

The end is near. The next two chapters are a showdown between Jackie and Kelso

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Jackie Stargazer

Summary: A funeral brings Jackie and Hyde together after fourteen years apart. Trauma made them wanderers, vagabonds moving in opposite directions. But the rock band Hyde roadies for reconnects them in ways neither expects.

Rated: M

Disclaimer: The lyrics are copyright to me. The music belongs to Suno and, really, every musical artist whose songs were scraped to make Suno possible. I don't believe AI-generated music should be monetized, just as I don't believe fanfiction should be monetized. DO NOT UPLOAD THIS SONG TO SPOTIFY OR ANY STREAMING SERVICE because, again, the lyrics are copyright to me and no money should be made off AI-generated music. You may download the song for personal enjoyment.

I have musical theory education and knowledge, songwriting experience, and a significant history of playing and performing music on multiple instruments. I wrote the prompts with as much specificity as I could, altered prompts when the results weren't satisfactory, and Suno generated music based on them to the best of its abilities and limitations. I've also done post-production work on some of the music.

Fans of my fanfic Jackie Stargazer have wanted to hear the songs in the story since I first posted it. Some songs I'll post here are far closer to the music in my head than others, but they all have the emotional core of my lyrics. I hope you enjoy! 😊

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Jackie Stargazer

Summary: A funeral brings Jackie and Hyde together after fourteen years apart. Trauma made them wanderers, vagabonds moving in opposite directions. But the rock band Hyde roadies for reconnects them in ways neither expects.

Rated: M

Disclaimer: The lyrics are copyright to me. The music belongs to Suno and, really, every musical artist whose songs were scraped to make Suno possible. I don't believe AI-generated music should be monetized, just as I don't believe fanfiction should be monetized. DO NOT UPLOAD THIS SONG TO SPOTIFY OR ANY STREAMING SERVICE because, again, the lyrics are copyright to me and no money should be made off AI-generated music. You may download the song for personal enjoyment.

I have musical theory education and knowledge, songwriting experience, and a significant history of playing and performing music on multiple instruments. I wrote the prompts with as much specificity as I could, altered prompts when the results weren't satisfactory, and Suno generated music based on them to the best of its abilities and limitations. I've also done post-production work on some of the music.

Fans of my fanfic Jackie Stargazer have wanted to hear the songs in the story since I first posted it. Some songs I'll post here are far closer to the music in my head than others, but they all have the emotional core of my lyrics. I hope you enjoy! 😊

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This Mondays mood…and the mood for most mornings tbh 😅

Season 4, Episode 17: Kelso’s Career

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Jackie Stargazer

Summary: A funeral brings Jackie and Hyde together after fourteen years apart. Trauma made them wanderers, vagabonds moving in opposite directions. But the rock band Hyde roadies for reconnects them in ways neither expects.

Rated: M

Disclaimer: The lyrics are copyright to me. The music belongs to Suno and, really, every musical artist whose songs were scraped to make Suno possible. I don't believe AI-generated music should be monetized, just as I don't believe fanfiction should be monetized. DO NOT UPLOAD THIS SONG TO SPOTIFY OR ANY STREAMING SERVICE because, again, the lyrics are copyright to me and no money should be made off AI-generated music. You may download the song for personal enjoyment.

I have musical theory education and knowledge, songwriting experience, and a significant history of playing and performing music on multiple instruments. I wrote the prompts with as much specificity as I could, altered prompts when the results weren't satisfactory, and Suno generated music based on them to the best of its abilities and limitations. I've also done post-production work on some of the music.

Fans of my fanfic Jackie Stargazer have wanted to hear the songs in the story since I first posted it. Some songs I'll post here are far closer to the music in my head than others, but they all have the emotional core of my lyrics. I hope you enjoy! 😊

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NEW THAT ‘70S SHOW FANFICTION ON AO3 

Title: The Wedding Speech

Summary: It's sometime in the mid '80s and Red is preparing his speech for Jackie and Hyde's wedding with Kitty's not so helpful help. Silly, short fluffy piece

Pairings: Red/Kitty, Jackie/Hyde brief mention of Eric/Donna

Rating: K+

Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/69018996

Author’s Note:  Since there was no update to Strangers in the Night this week (aiming for next week people, don't fret yet!) I wanted to post a little something for you all. This piece was inspired from a prompt list and @tht70sblog who requested 19: Quit smiling at me! I can’t stop messing up my sentences when you look at me like that. with Red and Kitty. It's been over a year I'm sure, but here it is! Hope your enjoy!

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"The more you sleep, the more you earn." -- Steven Hyde

Hyde:

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Jackie Stargazer

Summary: A funeral brings Jackie and Hyde together after fourteen years apart. Trauma made them wanderers, vagabonds moving in opposite directions. But the rock band Hyde roadies for reconnects them in ways neither expects.

Rated: M

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Disclaimer: The lyrics are copyright to me. The music belongs to Suno and, really, every musical artist whose songs were scraped to make Suno possible. I don't believe AI-generated music should be monetized, just as I don't believe fanfiction should be monetized. DO NOT UPLOAD THIS SONG TO SPOTIFY OR ANY STREAMING SERVICE because, again, the lyrics are copyright to me and no money should be made off AI-generated music. You may download the song for personal enjoyment.

I have musical theory education and knowledge, songwriting experience, and a significant history of playing and performing music on multiple instruments. I wrote the prompts with as much specificity as I could, altered prompts when the results weren't satisfactory, and Suno generated music based on them to the best of its abilities and limitations. I've also done post-production work on some of the music.

Fans of my fanfic Jackie Stargazer have wanted to hear the songs in the story since I first posted it. Some songs I'll post here are far closer to the music in my head than others, but they all have the emotional core of my lyrics. I hope you enjoy! 😊

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They Mythology of Steven Hyde

Hi Everyone,

Here is the first chapter of my friend's story. Please give it a go. I love her dearly, she is very talented. She is taking a different approach. I will be posting for her, until I can convince her to get on Tumblr.

Chapter 1: It's All True

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Jackie Stargazer

Summary: A funeral brings Jackie and Hyde together after fourteen years apart. Trauma made them wanderers, vagabonds moving in opposite directions. But the rock band Hyde roadies for reconnects them in ways neither expects.

Rated: M

Disclaimer: The lyrics are copyright to me. The music belongs to Suno and, really, every musical artist whose songs were scraped to make Suno possible. I don't believe AI-generated music should be monetized, just as I don't believe fanfiction should be monetized. DO NOT UPLOAD THIS SONG TO SPOTIFY OR ANY STREAMING SERVICE because, again, the lyrics are copyright to me and no money should be made off AI-generated music. You may download the song for personal enjoyment.

I have musical theory education and knowledge, songwriting experience, and a significant history of playing and performing music on multiple instruments. I wrote the prompts with as much specificity as I could, altered prompts when the results weren't satisfactory, and Suno generated music based on them to the best of its abilities and limitations. I've also done post-production work on some of the music.

Fans of my fanfic Jackie Stargazer have wanted to hear the songs in the story since I first posted it. Some songs I'll post here are far closer to the music in my head than others, but they all have the emotional core of my lyrics. I hope you enjoy! 😊

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That could've shaken up the dynamics, as long as her kid wasn't characterized as badly as T9S!Betsy is. Yikes.

I am out of the loop, what was the wacky original concept the showrunners had for T90S? The one that Netflix scrapped

Eric slept with a random woman at a summer music festival, got her pregnant. Leia is the result, and she goes to live with Red and Kitty due to her unstable home life.

It was supposed to be the unknown-about-child-shows-up-out-of-the-blue trope.

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I still wouldn't characterize Hyde quite like that. The internal battle, definitely. But Hyde has a compassionate, self-sacrificing heart and was abused significantly in his childhood. So he created a self-protection system (what he calls Zen). His compassionate, self-sacrificing nature didn't change, but he protects himself by hiding his true motives or deflecting so his kindness and vulnerability aren't weaponized against him.

It's not an issue of masculinity. It's one of basic survival.

His compassion for Jackie makes him vulnerable. Having romantic feelings for her would add another layer of vulnerability, so he's in denial until Kitty breaks him out of it. Hyde's not only willing to find out if the thesis (i.e. he's developed romantic feelings for Jackie) is correct, he also needs to find out to clear his head. He'd rather have the truth, no matter which side it lands on, than stay in denial.

He wouldn't even have had the conversation with Kitty if he weren't open to a different opinion. He would've shut down and/or cut her off then walked away from her and the conversation with no follow-through (i.e. "Jackie, get your car. We're going on a freakin' date.")

This is Hyde, bye.

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I am out of the loop, what was the wacky original concept the showrunners had for T90S? The one that Netflix scrapped

Eric slept with a random woman at a summer music festival, got her pregnant. Leia is the result, and she goes to live with Red and Kitty due to her unstable home life.

It was supposed to be the unknown-about-child-shows-up-out-of-the-blue trope.