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[budgie-city]

"Budgie City" — how is it organized and what is the story about?

Hello, I'm glad you decided to read my lore article about "Budgie City". The second article talks about where this world came from in general and how I came up with the idea. If you haven't read that article yet, you can check it out here. This article right here will tell you about the world itself and the society of the budgies, as well as describe the plot of the book in general terms. I remind you that the book is currently in the process of writing and will only be published when I have finished it completely.

Fundamentals of the "Budgie City" world

Yes, this is a story about talking animals, in particular, about birds! Set in a world much more wild than our own, filled with lush forests and untouched lands, you can meet the wild variety of birds (the story focuses on parrots though) you may know from all across the globe. From Australian (Cockatoos, Cockatiels, Grass parrots, etc.), African (Lovebirds, Ring-necked parakeets, Grey parrots), and South American parrots (Macaws, Amazons, Short-tailed parrots) to Weavers, Sunbirds, and occasionally even birds-of-paradise - you may find a broad spectrum of non-predatory birds residing right here.

But, of course, the bulk of the population of Budgie City, the main setting of the story, consists of colorful budgies. The city is essentially a large colony that has developed enough to turn into a complex system that depends not only on internal organization, but also on foreign trading. Trading between colonies in their world is based on barter, though inside cities there are local currencies — in most cases they are not metal coins, since metal is a rare and heavy material for birds, but they have their own kind of money equivalent.

The only species that has mastered metallurgy are African Grey parrots. Their colonies settle near volcanoes, and they are one of the only birds strong enough to handle such heavy materials. Therefore, metal is the main trading resource for them.

To show you what other species living in the city have to offer, I have this small excerpt from the first chapter that summarizes this quite concisely:

"Large parrots, due to their large carrying capacity, could easily transport quite bulky baskets with all kinds of food or raw materials, therefore, instead of independently transporting goods to other colonies, the budgies simply unloaded the goods large parrots brought, loaded them with their own and sent them back. Macaws most often brought figs and wild apples, cockatoos were famous for their special success in growing berries and gathering wild bee honey, grey parrots were the only birds in these forests who tamed metal... each species could provide something of its own to others, and as a result, all neighboring forests lived on trade links with each other. Budgies were skilled craftsmen in the manufacture of wooden utensils, and their chicks were believed to have the softest fluff among all parrots. So the fluff of the chicks that came down with molts was carefully collected, and other birds used it for the most delicate bedding in their own nests."

For such mentioned exchanges between the different birds, there is a trading base in the city — a group of large platforms on the trunk of the main baobab, where birds arriving with cargo are received, and cargo from the budgies is sent to other similar colonies.

The Budgie city stands "on seven baobabs" — an analogy to one well-known large city in our real world, which I came up with in 2014, and has since then remained more or less unchanged.

As can be understood from the scheme, the Seventh Baobab is considered the main one — it stands in the center and it is surrounded by the main structures that secure the functioning of the city. The remaining six baobabs are mostly residential. Instead of roads there are rope bridges connecting the structures to one another, which prove quite convenient in the case of carrying something around or to simply reduce the energy consumption that continuous flying demands. They start from the platforms on the baobabs, form multi-tiered intersections on the lower and branching trees standing between the baobabs, whereby, of course, this web converges on the seventh central one.

As for common areas, there are the market, the canteen, the baths (some are located on the Third baobab + the pool in the crown of the Seventh) and numerous interest clubs scattered throughout the city. For example, there are several board game clubs based in the crown of the Fifth Baobab, which the main characters tend to visit, especially Gesha and Gosha (since the two initially met at checkers).

Seventh Baobab concept art (artwork by me and @blackteaarts)

How did Budgie City come into being? Are there other cities in this universe?

Budgie City was founded by Phoenix. A bird whose species is unknown to anyone, so she is considered unique by the other residents. In addition to that no one knows her real age — she outlived those who helped her founding the city, outlived their children and their grandchildren, and so on. At this point no one is even trying to guess how old she is and where she came from. There were rumors about her, which had long become urban legends that every chick knows — they say she has magical abilities and can control fire. But there is no real evidence of this anywhere. In fact, no one living in the city has ever noticed anything supernatural about her — she is just a wise, kind bird with beautiful plumage, who treats every citizen like a mother treats her chick — with love and care.

Chroniclers often tell stories about how she herself was once raised among budgies and considers them part of her kind, and therefore decided to create a place where her sworn brethren can live in harmony and prosperity. Until then budgies had never lived in a colony this large before — usually they resided in rather small communities scattered many hundreds of square kilometers away from each other. Therefore Budgie City is the biggest known colony around. In number of citizens, it surpasses almost all others, which is why it is the center of attention of all the inhabitants of the surrounding forests.

Other parrots and some weavers live in a similar way. Small colonies have built their settlements right around the baobabs — in so-called suburbs, but similar formations exist in other places very far from the Budgie City as well.

What is the plot of the book?

I want to clarify that the book is currently in the process of writing in the form of a paper draft, and will be published only after the completion of the full work. Here I will give a brief description of the plot in general, without spoilers or delving into details, but so that you can have an idea of what this story is about.

In the peaceful and steady life of Budgie City — a life without any prerequisites ever before, there is a sudden turning point — Phoenix disappears. Moreover, she does not just go missing, but literally incinerates, leaving behind only one golden feather. In its entire history, the city had never had to change its mayor before, since Phoenix had ruled continuously since its foundation, so confusion and panic among the residents ensues. The so-called Royal Family, a circle of Phoenix's close advisers, who are direct descendants of the budgies who helped her founding this city, decide to hand over the reins to whom they deem the most responsible and emotionally resistant of them — Clementine and Jack.

But in a fit of desire to preserve their relationship with their son Fenya, who is slowly distancing from them, the couple, without putting it out as a question to the rest of the advisers first, use their new powers, and hand the reign to him. Subsequently, Fenya is now at the head of the city — an unstable, egocentric, arrogant yesterday-teenager. Having been partially raised by a zebra finch nanny, he sees more traits of finches in himself than those seen in other budgies. Therefore invites them to live in the city and he certainly does not go into details about why finches were never favored in the colonies of parakeets. Because there are good reasons for that... Finches are not just small and harmless birds, especially when there are a lot of them. And very soon the residents of the city will feel the effect of the appearances of the uncalled visitors…

In the midst of the ever growing chaos lives Gesha. A quiet florist who loves his routine filled with greenery and quiet pastime, who had always rested in a rather small circle of acquaintances, is forced to get out of his comfort zone and starts acting against the messy situation at hand. All because, it seems to him, that everyone around him prefers to believe and hope that everything will get fixed by itself, when this is clearly not the case. His friend Gosha is of the same opinion — although he often gets a bit carried away by his desire to administer justice (periodically turning into stupid brawls). He's just like that — against everything bad and for everything good, but tends to cross the line sometimes. Together they decide to create a secret society where they keep records of everything that upsets the citizens in this new reign, and try to find ways to solve these problems. While Gesha wants to deal with the situation through negotiations, Gosha, as usual, is more eager for a showdown.

Further down the line, Yasha appears — a native of a remote village who came from distant forests, where Budgie City is only considered a legend. He is a hopeless dreamer and a restless talker, but just as he is looking for a cozy home in this, for him, new and magnificent place, it is meanwhile literally bursting at the seams. Which soon forces Yasha to take off the metaphorical rose-colored glasses and, together with his new friends, face the harsh reality head-on.

Will the united citizens be able to solve the problem of the finch invasion and pacify the restless Fenya? Or maybe even bring Phoenix back? You will find it all out when the book is completed!

Huge thanks to @annchanorsomethin for helping with translation of this article!

[our-lord-satanas]

APHRODITE

WHO IS SHE?

Aphrodite is the Greek Goddess of love, beauty, war, desire, and fertility. She is often depicted as a powerful and seductive figure who wields great influence over both mortals and gods. She is believed to have power over all aspects of love and desire, including physical beauty, sexual attraction, and romantic love.

BASIC INFO:

Appearance: Aphrodite is often depicted as a beautiful and seductive woman, with flowing golden hair and captivating grey or blue eyes. She is often shown wearing a chiton, a long, flowing garment in a light, sheer material, with a belt around the waist. Often, she is accompanied by the winged God Eros, or Cupid, who represents the God of desire, love and erotic desire.

Personality: she is often portrayed as a complex and multi-faceted deity. On one hand, she is a loving and nurturing mother figure, associated with love, fertility, and the natural world. On the other hand, she is often depicted as a powerful and seductive deity, associated with beauty, desire, and pleasure. She is often portrayed as having a powerful and somewhat overwhelming presence.

Symbols: rose, pearl, mirror, girdle, anemone, lettuce, narcissus seashells, scallop shells, Venus, golden apples, the number 5, and mirrors

Goddess of: love, beauty, war, desire, and fertility

Culture: Greek and Roman

Plants and trees: apple, linden tree, myrtle, pomegranate, poppies, lettuce, rose, quince, ash, poplar, anemone, and artichokes

Crystals: rose quartz, scallop pearl, diamond, aquamarine, Zambian emerald, agatized coral, ruby fuchsite, rose gold, pigeon’s blood, saltwater pearl, padparadscha sapphire, cultured pearl, triphane, white opal, freshwater pearl, olivine, aurichalcite, cat’s eye, Mozambique garnet, aqualite, Colombian emerald, Burmese ruby, trapiche emerald, mangano calcite, opal royale, akoya pearl, biron emerald, blue kunzite, lepidocrocite, welo opal, gibbsite, African emerald, kimberlite, grandidierite, strawberry quartz, linarite, mayanite, pumpellyite, lemurian jade, thulite, forsterite, green calcite, tremolite, spodumene, marble, rutilated quartz, emerald, pearl, cinnabar, dolomite, clinochlore, chrysocolla, azurite, peridot, kyanite, dumortierite, pink opal, apophyllite, and chrysoprase. (A lot of beautiful crystals for a beautiful Goddess).

Animals: swans, dolphins, geese, doves, sparrows, bees, goats, bees, hares, and cats

Incense: rose, myrrh, vanilla, cinnamon, jasmine, and ginger

Colours: red, pink, sea foam, aqua, violet, silver, and light blue

Tarot: The Empress, The Lovers, The Star, and The Suit of Cups

Planet: Venus

Days: Friday, Spring Equinox, and Aphrodisia (the third week in July to the third week of August).

Parents: Zeus, Dione, and/or Uranus

Siblings: Hephaestus, Ares, Athena, Artemis, Apollo, Hermes, Dionysus and Persephone (she only had half siblings)

Partner: Anchises, Hephaestus, Adonis, Ares, Eurydome, Hermes, Poseidon, Dionysus, and many other lovers

Children: Eros, Himeros, Pothos, Phobos, Deimos, Harmonia, Anteros, Himeros, Rhodos, Eryx, Peitho, Rhodos, The Graces (Charities), Beroe, Golgos, and Priapus

MISC:

• Aphrodite is said to have been born from the foam of the sea and was considered to be the most beautiful of all the Gods and Goddesses.

• She was known for her love of luxury and fine things, and was often depicted surrounded by a lavish entourage of nymphs and gods.

• She was associated with the arts of music, poetry, and beauty, and was believed to be the patron goddess of artists and artisans.

• Aphrodite is often called "The foam-born" because she is believed to have emerged from the foam of the sea after Cronus castrated Uranus.

• In Greek mythology, Aphrodite was married to Hephaestus, the God of fire and smithing, but she often had affairs with other Gods, such as Ares, the God of war.

• She is often depicted with the winged God Eros, or Cupid, as her companion or son.

• She had many lovers, including the mortal prince, Adonis, who died because of their relationship.

• She represented the sensual aspects of love, including passion, desire, sexuality, and eroticism.

• She had many temples dedicated to her throughout the ancient world, including at Aphrodisia in Athens and Pompeii.

• She was sometimes depicted as a warrior Goddess, associated with the battlefield and conflict.

FACTS ABOUT APHRODITE:

• She is widely worshipped as a Goddess of the sea and of seafaring.

• Aphrodite was born off the coast of Cythera from the genitals of Uranus.

• She is known as the Lady of Cythera, the Lady of Cyprus because of her birth story.

• Like every Greek Olympic god, Aphrodite was also immortal and powerful.

• She is often depicted as the Greek equivalent of the Roman goddess, Venus.

• Aphrodite is one of the goddesses that reside in Mount Olympus.

• She did not take rejection well.

• Supported the Trojans during the Trojan War.

• Aphrodite’s magical girdle or belt also served as her weapon.

• The statue of Venus de Milo is said to depict the Goddess Aphrodite.

• Her name originated from the word Sea-foam.

• Like her siblings, Aphrodite also indulged in incestuous relationships.

• Aphrodite is depicted as perfectly symmetrical.

• The temple of Aphrodite is famous for its alleged temple of prostitution.

• Aphrodite is often depicted as nude and desirable.

• There is a flower named after the Greek goddess Aphrodite (Calycanthus Aphrodite).

• There are more artworks for Aphrodite than any other classic mythology figure.

• Many Olympian goddesses have been jealous of Aphrodite.

• Aphrodite was considered greatly generous to those who worshipped her.

• She has no known children with her husband.

• Pomegranates were also once associated with Aphrodite.

• In some texts, Aphrodite is depicted as a blonde or redhead.

HOW TO WORSHIP APHRODITE:

To worship Aphrodite, you can engage in activities that reflect her attributes and values. Here are some suggestions:

• Create a beautiful altar or shrine to honour her, adorned with symbols of love, beauty and sensuality, such as flowers, mirrors, perfume, and jewelry, etc.

• Offer prayers, offerings, or libations to her in her honour. This can include burning incense, offering wine, flowers, or other gifts that are meaningful to you.

• Engaging in acts of self-care and self-love, such as taking care of your physical appearance and nurturing your relationships with others.

HOW TO PRAY TO APHRODITE:

To begin, you can address her by name and say something like:

“Dear Aphrodite, great and lovely Goddess of love and beauty, I come before you today to honour and worship you. Thank you for the many gifts and blessings you have bestowed upon me. Please grant me the power to love and be loved, to find joy and beauty in all aspects of my life.”


“May your grace and presence always be a source of comfort and inspiration for me. Hail Aphrodite, hail the Goddess of love.”

WHAT ARE SIGNS THAT APHRODITE WANTS ME TO WORK WITH HER?

If your request to work with her has been accepted, here are some signs that you can look for:

• Notice an increased sense of beauty and love in your life.

• Are drawn to her symbols, such as roses, shells, or swans.

• Feeling a strong connection to her myths and stories.

• You notice a surge in your own power of attraction or beauty.

• Noticing feelings of passion and desire when you think about her.

• You have dreams or visions related to her.

If your request to work with her has not been accepted, you may notice the following signs:

• Experiencing a lack of beauty or love in your life.

• Feeling repulsed or unattracted to her symbols.

• You have difficulty connecting with her myths or stories.

• Feel a sense of weakness or repulsion when thinking about her.

• You experience feelings of jealousy or envy when thinking about her.

• Having dreams or visions that are negative or unsettling in nature.

Overall you need to be respectful of deities denying your request.

OFFERINGS:

• Roses.

• Sweets, candy, and desserts (she loves chocolate).

• Jewelry.

• Natural honey.

• Beauty products.

• Seashells.

• Cinnamon.

• Intimate acts.

• Art and music.

• Mirrors.

• Rose quartz.

• Scallop shells, conch shells, sea shells - just shells.

• Poetry.

• Myrtle.

• Anemone.

• Poppies.

• Abandoned beehives.

• Dead bees (make sure they died of natural causes, please don’t kill bees).

• Something you created (could be drawings, poems, knitted decoration, whatever you did while thinking of her).

• Fire.

• Bread.

• Something someone else created (always ask for permission to use someone else’s art and don’t ever make it pass as your own, She’s not stupid, and will be pissed if you do).

• Olive oil.

• Statues of her or anything She’s related to, as stated above.

• White feathers/dove feathers.

• Pearls of any colour.

• Lingerie.

• Sex toys.

• Fish scales.

• Sea water.

• Wine or champagne.

• Nuts.

• Aprodisiac scents/foods.

• Silk.

• Beach sand.

• Starfish (grab a dead one from the beach, don’t buy one because they usually take living starfish and kill them to sell it as decor or souvenirs).

• Coffee beans or ground coffee.

• Fruits like strawberries, apples, pomegranates, cherries, or grapes.

• Shellfish.

• Vanilla or cinnamon sticks.

• Cat whiskers (please don’t cut a kitty’s precious whiskers, wait for them to shed naturally - look for them mostly during Summer and on the places your cats spend most of their time).

• Lettuce.

• Blood (it could be your period blood or blood you deliberately took to give it to her, using a menstrual cup to collect the blood helps best).

• Himalayan salt.

DEVOTIONAL ACTS FOR APHRODITE:

• Experimenting with makeup.

• Wear cozy/comfy clothes.

• Listen to music that makes you feel empowered.

• Sing along to your favourite songs.

• Give little gifts to your friends.

• Go for an evening walk.

• Sleep in when you can.

• Clean your room and let some fresh air in.

• Drink tea with honey.

• Visit the ocean or find some ways to be connected to it (sea salt, seashells, etc.)

• Write a letter to your future self or one to her.

• Go to a store and try on some new clothing styles.

• Leave positive notes in random places.

• Change your look every once in a while.

• Treat a friend to some drinks/dinner.

• Don’t limit yourself and your style because of stereotypes.

• Support small businesses.

• Take a day off and do whatever you want.

• Watch some cute animal videos.

• Visit a garden.

• Go on a picnic.

• Stand up for those who need it.

• Buy yourself some flowers.

• Be there for your friends.

• Eat those extra sweets.

• Wear more makeup/jewelry if it makes you feel nice.

• Compliment people more.

• Try out some new face masks.

• Take more selfies and pictures (by yourself and with friends).

• Enjoying floral scented things.

• Going see a movie by yourself.

• Practicing loving yourself.

• Sexually please yourself/explore and know your body.

• Make love/have sex.

• Create a playlist with songs that remind you of her.

• Baking her something sweet.

• Become a beekeeper / help local beekeepers.

IS IT SAFE TO EAT OR DRINK AN OFFERING I GIVE TO HER?

It is generally safe to eat or drink offerings made to Aphrodite, as long as they are prepared with cleanliness and care. However, it is important to use your discretion and follow any specific instructions or warnings provided by the deity. Some offerings, such as wine or other alcoholic beverages, may have been left out for a long period of time and may not be safe to consume. It is also possible that some offerings may have been left outside and could have been contaminated by insects or other outdoor elements.

[lilithadomania]

Where would the twisted wonderland locations be in real world?

Has this post been done before..? I don't know.

Now, let's get the easier things out of the way.

Scalding sands are obviously somewhere in Arabic country. In the Wikipedia for Aladdin, it states that it is a middle Eastern tale.. The clothes seem similar to that of an Arabic country. Turquoise colour is however, often used in over here turkey, but... Turkey is not an Arabic country.. It is stated that Jasmine's clothes were inspired by South Asian clothing... In the wiki it states that Agrabah was also inspired by ottoman empire, the silk city's camel bazaar seems similar to that of an bazaar over here. Hm.. I think that it might be based off of Afghanistan, it isn't fun fitting at all, and I'm just throwing it off there, but it is definitely somewhere similar to there and ottoman empire.

City of flowers is, without a doubt, based off of France. Noble bell college is based off of the Notre-Dame de Paris, more specifically, île de la Cité, an island in the Seine River(this part was taken straight out of the Wikipedia article for Notre-dame de Paris). There isn't much more to say about it, as it was rather easy to find out about it.

Queendom of roses is probably based off of United Kingdom, as the original novel it is based off of was written in england(believe me I will have to do this. A lot.), in November of 1865. From what I was able to see in the manga, the architecture seems to be more modern, along with the clothes as well. That would make anyone from there... British, take that how you will.

Now.. Onto the trickier parts.

Sunset savana, it obviously takes place in.. A savanas. Savanas seem to be most common in northern Australia and probably in Africa, looking at the cards in the Japanese server, the clothes for the sunset savana seems to be resembling that of traditional African clothes, but I might be wrong on this I'm sorry, but I strongly believe that is the case! I am not too sure on the exact country though, probably somewhere similar to Nigeria as the clothes seem to be similar.

Coral Sea, I.. Genuinely don't know. I can't even track anything down aside from going with where the original tale of the little mermaid was written, which is probably Denmark? So... Danish fish mafia???? I don't know??? Azul's name means blue in Spanish and Portuguese, and Floyd means grey and grey-haired in Welsh???? I don't know, I'm confused now.

Shaftlands, it is.. Probably based off of either Germany or somewhere that speaks English, since Cater's last name is english and jack is either english or French, however, if I go off of where Snow White is written from, it's Germany, and the most memorable character from there is vil, who's last name is "schöenheit" which means beauty in German, so... It's probably based from Germany.

•harvest town is... Also in shaftlands, it's probably based off of a town in Germany, I don't know. Epel's last name, felmier, means farmer in Romanian and such, his first name epel sounds similar to the German word for apple, apfel.

Island of woe, another tone.. Where I just don't know. It is definitely based off of Greece for sure, as Idia's name means reserved, private and such, meanwhile his last name comes from the Latin word shroud, which is the name for a cloth that is used to cover over the face of the dead. Ortho means unharmed, safe and such, and plus, the name of the S.T.Y.X is probably based off of the Styx river in the Greek mythology that connects the earth to the underworld.

Briar valley, now.. Another one that is hard to settle for, however, if we go off with how daisomnia looks, it's probably somewhere in Gothic Victorian time, since daisomnia looks like a Gothic Victorian castle, going off of cars and such aren't used in Briar valley, it makes me fully believe that it is mostly based off of the Victorian era. The names... Malleus is the name of a well knows witchcraft, and his last name is, according to the fandom wiki, is deprived off of the words dragon or devil in Romanian and such. Gothic Victorian architecture seems to be most popular in Europe, we don't know much about the Briar valley sadly, but sleeping beauty the fairytale was originally written in.. French.

The final matches, this is all speculations on my part and this was for fun!

City of flowers-france

Queendom of roses-united kingdom

Sunset savana-africa, Nigeria

Coral sea-i... I don't know...

Scalding sands-an Arabic country/probably somewhere in South Asia, possibly Afghanistan

Shaftlands-germany

Island of woe-greece

Briar valley-france/possibly Romania, somewhere in Europe.

[askwhatsforlunch]

Spek Braaibroodjie

After a few days of grey, sodden skies, the patches of blue and sunshine piercing through clouds today were enough to incite me to come out; and once I was out, I wouldn't leave the garden! I lit a barbie, and grilled myself an excellent Spek Braaibroodjie, the addition of bacon to the South African classic making it an even more-ish treat, which I ate, reading a good book, with the green budgies perching on the apple tree for company! I encourage you to partake in this simple pleasure, if the weather allows it! Happy Tuesday!

Ingredients (serves 2):

2 rashers smoked streaky bacon

2 large, thin slices Sourdough bread 

1/2 tablespoon butter, softened

2 heaped tablespoons Peach Chutney

half a small red onion

half a small, not too ripe tomato, rinsed

30 grams/1 ounce good quality Gouda Cheese

Prepare barbecue: half an hour before grilling, arrange a small layer of coals in the barbecue. Top with a few small branches of dry wood (applewood gives a good taste), and light.

In a small frying pan over medium-high heat, cook bacon rashers, about 1 minute on each side, until just browned and sizzling. Remove from the heat. Set aside.

Spread butter on one side of both Sourdough slices. Flip them over and spread all sides generously with Peach Chutney.

Thinly slice red onion and cut tomato into slices. Arrange red onion slices onto the Peach Chutney on one of the Sourdough slices. Top with tomato slices, in an even layer.

Cut Gouda into thick enough slices. Remove the wax, cut slices into bits, and arrange Gouda bits in a rather even layer onto the Peach Chutney on the other Sourdough slice. Top with reserved sizzled bacon rashers.

Sandwich laden Sourdough slices together carefully, and place sandwich onto a gridiron, preferably one with two grates, to secure and hold it.

Once the flames have died down, and the embers are red, place gridiron over the embers, and grill the sandwich. It won’t take more than 2 minutes on each side, possibly less! 

Carefully remove Spek Braaibroodjie from the gridiron and cut it in halves.

Enjoy Spek Braaibroodjie immediately, with dressed lettuce, and a glass of chilled South African Chenin Blanc or Chardonnay!

[battlekilt]

tagged by @aniisnotokay

Name: Rue or Bucket

Pronouns: They/Them

Where do you call home? Eastern USA

Favorite animal: Canada Goose, Vampire Squid, and my grey squawkers! (African Grey parrots.)

Cereal of choice: Captain Crunch.

Are you visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learner? Yes.

First pet: Left-over Easter rabbit.

Favorite scent: Chanel Chance and... my parrots.

Do you believe in astrology: No.

How many playlists do you have on spotify/apple music? I don't know how to find that out, since I have hundreds of playlists.

Sharpies or highlighters? Mechanical Pencils.

Song that makes you cry? Right now, it is Sunrise by Really Slow Motion.

Song that makes you happy? Iomann by Really Slow Motion makes me happy at the moment.

And finally, do you write/draw/create? I write. Mostly fanfiction, though I have a long history of roleplaying.

Um, who ever wants to can answer, but I suppose I'll tag: @razzbberry @spacingstars @ninjigma @machinerismsx @parrot-parent

[nousdoux]

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The 5 Best Teas for Anxiety and Stress

Tea has long been praised for its soothing and calming properties. From chamomile to matcha, different types of tea can help promote relaxation and reduce anxiety. In this article, we will explore the top five teas that are known for their stress-relieving benefits. Whether you're looking for a warm cup of herbal infusion or a refreshing blend, these teas are sure to provide a moment of tranquility in your busy day.

1. Mint Teas

Mint teas are renowned for their relaxing effects on both the body and mind. The bright and invigorating flavor of mint can help soothe and calm your senses. One popular option is Lemon Mint Menage, a smooth organic black tea blend with refreshing notes of lemongrass. Another favorite is Moroccan Mint, a blend of Chinese gunpowder tea and spearmint that offers a refreshing and aromatic experience.

If you prefer a caffeine-free option, consider peppermint tea. Peppermint is known for its calming properties and is perfect for unwinding in the evening. Lavender Mint tea combines the soothing benefits of lavender and mint for a delightful cup that can be enjoyed hot or cold. For a touch of sweetness and spice, try Sing Your Song, a mint tea blend with organic lemongrass, cardamom pods, dried ginger pieces, and licorice root. Alice's Peppermint Party is another popular choice, blending peppermint and ginger with apples, almonds, hibiscus, and rose for a soothing and mint-forward cup.

2. Chamomile Teas

Chamomile is known for its calming effect. A cup of chamomile tea can help relax both the body and mind, making it an excellent choice for bedtime or moments of stress. Egyptian Chamomile is made from the highest quality chamomile available, offering a sweet and floral cup that promotes relaxation. Lavender Lullaby is a handcrafted organic herbal infusion that combines chamomile with lavender, rose petals, and sweet orange peel to provide a more peaceful rest.

3. Lavender Teas

Lavender is another herb that is known to relieve stress and promote relaxation. Earl Grey Lavender combines black tea, bergamot oil, and Provence lavender to create a floral infusion with a hint of spice. Lavender Mint is a powerful herbal blend that combines the calming properties of lavender and mint. Tuscan Sun is a light and floral blend that blends lavender with apple pieces, linden blossoms, lemon balm, rose petals, blackberry leaves, orange blossoms, and blue mallow blossoms for a soothing and restorative cup.

4. Rose Teas

Rose petals have been used for centuries to promote relaxation and induce a sense of calm. Midnight Rose is a blend of Chinese black tea and organic rose petals, offering an aromatic and flavorful cup with a sweet and floral character. Rose Petal Raspberry blends rose petals, hibiscus, lemon peel, rose hips, and apple pieces for a tart and sweet tea that is perfect for unwinding. Lavender Lullaby combines rose petals with chamomile, lavender, and other calming herbs. Green Rooibos with Blossom is a mild and slightly sweet tea that blends South African green rooibos and rose petals for a relaxing experience.

5. Matcha

Matcha is a powdered green tea that offers a unique combination of caffeine and L-theanine, an amino acid known for promoting relaxation and stress relief. Matcha goes through a shaded growth period before harvest, resulting in higher levels of L-theanine compared to other teas. This combination of caffeine and L-theanine can induce a calm and meditative state, often referred to as a "body high." Whether you choose ceremonial-grade matcha for a traditional tea ceremony or culinary-grade matcha for lattes and baked goods, matcha can be a great choice for those seeking a moment of tranquility.

Conclusion

In conclusion, these five teas - mint teas, chamomile teas, lavender teas, rose teas, and matcha - are excellent choices for promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety. Each tea offers its unique blend of flavors and therapeutic properties, making it a perfect fit for anyone seeking a moment of calm in their daily routine. So, the next time you feel stressed or overwhelmed, reach for a cup of one of these calming teas and let the soothing benefits wash over you.

Remember to always consult with a healthcare professional if you have any specific health concerns or questions regarding the use of herbal teas. Enjoy your journey to tranquility with these delightful and stress-relieving teas!

[khajamdraihan]

Top 10 Men's Perfume Brands in Bangladesh

The popularity of wearing perfume has peaked in recent years. The best way for people to indulge in luxury is through scent. Today, especially men are concerned with appearance and seek a pleasant scent. They want to be known as attractive people with excellent perfume.

Make a wise choice of scent if you want to be the attractive guy who smells appealing. Use the right perfumes for the occasion and your personality. Here we have compiled a list of the top 10 men’s perfume brands in Bangladesh.

Men’s Perfume Industry in Bangladesh

Aside from the clothing and accessories you wear, perfume is a key component in defining your persona. They are now a widely used component of the cosmetic industry. As they have evolved into a staple of the cosmetics industry, the fragrance business in Bangladesh is also expanding quickly. It is wrong to claim that only women can use scents.

 Although men's perfumes now account for a significant portion of the industry, women's fragrances still dominate it. Today, men's accessories must include perfumes. Men enjoy trying out new smells just as much as women do. The perfume sector has also been pushed by online shops. There are a ton of online stores that make it easy for you to find the best men's fragrances in Bangladesh.

Top 10 Men’s Perfume Brands in Bangladesh

There is a wide range of perfumes available for men in the current market but it’s important to know the most popular ones. Here are 10 of the most sought men’s perfumes in Bangladesh –

1. Versace Dylan Blue For Men

Dylan Blue is a powerful, manly smell that captures the seductive Mediterranean scents. The scent has strong ambrox notes that are brought back to life by bergamot and citrus undertones. Black pepper, papyrus wood, incense, mineral musk, tonka beans, and saffron surround the earthy and lemony aromatic notes. The strong scent is packed in a blue, geometric bottle with gold accents that resembles the sand and the Mediterranean Sea.

2. Versace Pour Homme EDT

The aroma is infused with Mediterranean accents from Diamante Citrus, Bitter Orange leaves, and Neiroli flowers. The mineral-floral aroma of Blue Hyacinth and Clary Sage, which is practically tactile, makes up the heart of Versace Pour Homme. Deep and sensual base notes, the essence of absolute masculinity, are delivered by Amber and Musk.

3. Mercedes Benz Cologne EDT

Men can smell fresh and aromatic citrusy in Mercedes-Benz Cologne. In 2016, Mercedes-Benz Cologne was inaugurated. Olivier Cresp is the nose behind this fragrance. White woods, vetiver, and musk make up the base notes. The top notes are pink pepper, grapefruit, mandarin orange, and Brazilian orange.

4. Rasasi Hawas EDP For Men

Combining cinnamon, bergamot, orange blossom, grey amber, and sandalwood, Hawas for Him is an oceanic smell meant to evoke a man's vigor and strength. The delicious freshness of pear and pineapple is combined with the premium Italian citrus in this elegantly fresh woody scent. This contemporary fougere's base note blends aquatic components with violet and melon. Sandalwood, cedar, musk, and large amounts of ambergris are all present. Fresh maritime aromatic elements that soften into amber woods are infused into the fragrance.

5. Bentley Intense EDP For Men

An Eau de Parfum with a 15% perfume concentration is Bentley For Men Intense. It has outstanding lasting strength and provides a long-lasting, intensely bold smell experience. Incense is added to the smell to give the blend depth and completeness. The deep accord is beautifully aromatically complemented by African Geranium.

African Geranium, Black Pepper, and Incense SFE are among the top notes. Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Cedarwood are used to construct base notes.

6. Nautica Voyage EDT For Men

For men, Nautica Voyage by Nautica is a Woody Aquatic scent. In 2006, Nautica Voyage was introduced. Maurice Roucel is the nose behind this fragrance. Apple and Green Leaves are the top notes, followed by Lotus and Mimosa for the middle and Musk, Cedar, Oakmoss, and Amber for the base. This scent is for a passionate, energetic man who follows his own set of rules.

7. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Le Parfum For Men

Men's Amber scent Le Male Le Parfum by Jean Paul Gaultier. This fragrance is brand-new. In 2020, Le Male Le Parfum was introduced. Natalie Gracia-Cetto and Quentin Bisch are the creators of Le Male Le Parfum. Cardamom is the top note, followed by lavender and iris in the middle, and vanilla, Oriental notes, and woodsy notes in the base.

8. Burberry Brit Rhythm EDT For Men

Burberry's leather scent for men is called Burberry Brit Rhythm. In 2013, Burberry Brit Rhythm was introduced. Olivier Polge, Anne Flipo, and Dominique Ropion developed Burberry Brit Rhythm. Juniper berries, cardamom, verbena, and basil are the top notes; leather, patchouli, and styrax are the middle notes; while tonka bean, cedar, and incense are the base notes.

9. Azzaro Wanted EDT For Men

Azzaro Wanted Eau de Toilette is a citrus woody and spicy men's cologne made with explosive lemon, cardamom, and sumptuous tonka bean for the daring guy. It is bold, powerful, and tempting.

10. Armaf Club De Nuit Intense EDT For Man

The Club De Nuit male collection by ARMAF is the epitome of enduring brilliance & finesse. It reignites the flames of desire and a never-ending yearning for the greatest and brightest. fragrances that evoke such strong feelings that the ocean seems calm in comparison.

Armaf's Club De Nuit Man is a woody spicy scent for males. Mandarin orange, mint, and grapefruit are the top notes. Cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and pepper are the middle notes. Amber, spicy notes, leather, patchouli, and woody notes make up the base notes. Pick any of the perfumes mentioned above and you’re sure to love it!

Read Also: Top 10 Perfume Shops in Bangladesh

Conclusion

There are many different men's fragrances available in Bangladesh, but all you need is a little information to pick the ideal one for you. In Bangladesh, various perfume companies offer high-end and time-honored aromas designed just for men.

This article originally published at thisvid.co.uk

[morteamore]

The AI Dilemma

I'm fascinated with the general development of AI and robotics. But the problem I have with AI being applied to the arts is, though it can adapt and learn, it will always lack free will to adhere.

Take, for example, a doctor telling you eating an orange a day will keep you less susceptible to sickness. So you go home and the next day start on an orange routine. You eat an orange for seven days straight with the knowledge this is going to help you stay healthier and be more productive.

On the 8th day, the knowledge you have hasn't changed. However, you've hit the wall on oranges. You know they're beneficial to your life, but you're at your satiation limit. Seeing an orange fills you with dread. Tasting an orange makes it hard to go through the voluntary motions of chewing and swallowing. As much as it's going to help you, eating oranges has become absolutely unpleasant, and an orange is now a deterrent.

This might last days, weeks, months. Then one day, the unpleasant memories have reset enough through different routines for you to start craving oranges again. It's regained its status as a pleasurable act with added benefits.

You last only three days eating oranges this time. On the third day, you're back to satiation on oranges. Your limit and tolerance has decreased. So you eat an apple instead. Because, hey, those have great benefits too.

This is a survival defense in humans to sustain a varied diet so that we didn't starve in leaner evolution times. And because as red meat proteins developed the brain in early humankind, we were able to deduce how to acquire a wider variety of nutrients. But I'm not a biologist so I won't get too much into that. It also explains addiction when you start going into the relationship of the chemical dependency side of it.

My point is an AI can't learn outside of its protocol. It can't have an emotional experience over satiation or otherwise, and doesn't have the adaptability to act of its own accord. There's nothing but artificial elasticity in the core of its brain. It can only absorb the knowledge, store it and spit it back in different arrangements of patterns in the most utilitarian sense as dictated by dynamic programming, but programming nonetheless.

Even the smartest thinking AI's were only at the learning level of a toddler, last I checked. One of the projects, ASIMO, was disbanded. That's the same intelligence of an African Grey parrot or a German Shepard. We have a long way to go before AI truly gains the sentience to act on organic, emotional free will. But honestly, would we really learn anything about our own species from it and benefit from its use, or would it just be misused for ill intentions?

It'll always come down to the ethics debate, I guess, and how and if we can sustain a global ethical code. We'd need the laws in place before the implementation, I would think.

[mccormickcurran81]

Tips A Powder Room Clean

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[theenaturalisticmystic]

11.4.2022 ♥️ Friday's Magickal Guide 🌹

by: Thee Naturalistic Mystic ©️

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87.7% Waxing Gibbous

Moon enters Aries

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🌹 Bright Venus day Blessings!

The moon has been traveling through the seas of the whimsical Pisces. Luna will be in the void for an hour just before entering the leader of the zodiac, Aries. She will be staying in Aries through this weekend. This is a lot of assertive energy; having a blossoming moon in a passionate fire sign on Venus day, screams time to expand your love!

Aries is a fire sign and full of vigor, ready to take action. A waxing gibbous moon in Aries is the time to be decisive and proactive. If you feel you 'lack' in these qualities, today they will shine for you. You can certainly pull in this energy for your practice, because it is a massive amount being shared by this moon.

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If you are in a relationship, that is calm, then this moon will get you both into the fires of passion. If you have planned rest for this time, then reconsider utilizing this energy for a plan of action. Use this period to reach results that you desire and finish any undertakings that you may have paused before.

This Aries moon will assist you to easily stay focused and attentive. It will boost your confidence and leadership skills. You will thrive in whatever tasks you choose to take on this weekend.

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Your activities should be clear, simple, and not require any complicated thinking or emotional input. Over this weekend, your leadership skills are thriving and you will easily have people following you, inspiring them for great achievements! Using this energy for the good of all will always benefit you.

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🌹 The color of the day is Purple.

Light a purple candle when you want to open yourself up to receiving messages from your Spirit Guides. For many people, purple is also a color of healing. When you light a purple candle, it is said to help amplify your thoughts and desires, making it easier to manifest your goals. Purple is also the color of royalty. This works if you’re looking to attract more abundance or prosperity into your life. Wearing purple or having purple around you will enhance psychic powers, spiritual development, and even bring you into a higher state of consciousness.

A purple candle with your intention is powerful at inviting new opportunities, easing transformations, and effective manifestations. Also my favorite color!

🌹 The scent or incense of the day is Vanilla.

Using vanilla has a calming effect on the brain. It alleviates stress, irritability, anxiety, and when used as a massage oil; it can relieve muscle tension, lower blood pressure, and an antioxidant nature. It can reduce PMS in women, and even enhance ones libido. In ancient times, vanilla was recognized as aphrodisiac. In the 17th century, doctors prescribed it to help fight anxiety and depression. The aroma of vanilla helps the body release dopamine, which will soothe anyone's nervous system. This widely available plant can also assist with insomnia.

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FRIDAY ENERGIES:

🌹 Friday-Venus' Day Spells:

Love, Beauty, Money, Harmony, Relationships, Peace, Passion, Marriage, Domination, Fertility, Glamour, Beauty, Youth, Finding Lost Objects, and Pleasure.

🌹 General Associations:

Love, Romance, Passion, Fertility, Birth, Seeds, Pregnancy, Friendship, Alliances, Grace, Balance, Luxury, BIG MONEY, Prosperity, Earth magick, Potions, Water magick.

🌹 Friday-Venus' Day Deities:

Áine, Adonis, Aphrodite, Astarte, Eros, Freyr, Hathor, Indra, Inanna, Ishtar, Isis, Mari, Oshun, Venus, Shango

🌹 Friday-Venus' Day Colors:

Coral, Pink, Purple, Rose, White, Grey, Aqua.

🌹 Friday-Venus' Day Stones:

Aventurine, Coral, Emerald, Jade, Malachite, Rose Quartz, Peridot, Pink & Green Tourmaline, Aventurine, Pink & Peach Coral.

🌹 Friday-Venus' Day Plants:

Apple Blossom, African Violet, Apple, Barely, Birch, Blue Flag Iris, Cardamom, Catnip, Columbine, Crocus, Feverfew, Geranium, Hyacinth, Lilac, Magnolia, Myrtle, Orchid, Plantain, Rose, Saffron, Sandalwood, Spearmint, Strawberry, Thyme, Tomato, Tulip.

🌹 Friday-Venus' Day Chakras:

SACRAL:

Creativity, Desire, Freedom, Passion.

Stimulate: ORANGE. Balance: BROWN

(Use these colors to wear or carry these colored stones on you today. Charge them by speaking your intention to them.)

HEART:

Beauty, Compassion, Healing, Love, Mindfulness.

Stimulate: GREEN. Balance: ROSE.

🌹 Friday-Venus' Day Healing: (NEW)

All yoga poses, meditation, reiki and ancestral healing involving the womb, genitals, ovaries, cheeks, neck, throat, skin, (face) and eyes.

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ARIES MOON:

🔥 Aries Vibes:

Passion, Courage, Protection, Aggression, Confidence, Domination, Action-oriented.

🔥 Aries Moon Influence:

A Moon in Aries is good for starting anything. Things occur rapidly when started at this time. People tend to be argumentative and assertive. Aries energy is bold, bright , and ambitious! Aries energy can be invigorating, pushing you to make the changes you need. Harness Aries "I can do anything attitude" and channel it to help upgrade believe in yourself!

🔥 Aries Incense:

Geranium, Basil, Wormwood, Dragon's Blood, Pine, Star Anise, Tobacco, Black Pepper, Ginger.

🔥 Aries Chant:

"Aries, you take my fear away and fill me with courage.

Let your liveliness come to me, so my spirit can flourish"

(repeat several times)

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🌔 CURRENT MOON:

🌔 Waxing Gibbous:

Wait and develop patience. If you have started casting a spell during the previous moon phases, this is the time to sit tight and let the Universe do its job. Use this time to get ready for the next phase: The Full Moon. Spells that work WITH this moon revolve around expansion, progress, growth, abundance, fertility, achievement.

🌔 Ritualistic Practices:

Bath Spells, Cleansings, Blessings, Offerings, Focusing on Attraction, Acceptance, Alignment, Mediation, and incorporating routine: tea times, Shower & Bath Cleansings, Yoga practice, Affirmations, Gratitude, Making donations, watching manifestations unfold.

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EARLY BONUS! #SpellOfTheDay!

"SAMHAIN'S REST"

💀 For many in the magickal community the celebration of Samhain or Halloween is a true highlight of the year. When it's over, instead of just packing up the Halloween decorations without a second thought, we like to turn this bitter sweet time of year into a magickal event.

💀 Before putting away the various Halloween items you decorate with, sprinkle them with salt to cleanse them of any residual energy. You can also use any other purifying mist or smoke, if you'd prefer.

💀 As you pack them away hold them in your hands and appreciate the energy and joy they bring. Visualize the items coming out again next fall to decorate your home.

💀 Place all the items you are going to store in one place then draw invoking pentagram over them while thinking happy thoughts of next Samhain and saying:

"Samhain's celebration has now come to its rest. But it shall return next year, for we are blessed."

Spell by Ari Mankey

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I hope this information helps you enjoy a more magickal lifestyle! I appreciate you all!

🤗 Bless up!

Thee Naturalistic Mystic

Crystal Vision Creations

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🌹 Void Moon: 6:05pm edt/ 3:05pm pst

🌹 Moon in Aries: 7:07pm edt/ 4:07 pst

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