#How many Tic Tacs is 10

[fallstaticexit]

After the inevitable conflict between Lyric and Myrah mom ends their family dinner, Mel visits his old stomping grounds. The only good thing to come out of his parent's divorce as a child was moving to San Sequoia and meeting his friends and future wife. He really can't imagine his life without his tribe.

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Bonus: NOOOOO absolutely not

Loren: Hello?

Mel: Hey, Loren.

Loren: Hey.

Mel: Guess where I am.

Loren: Beats me. Where are you?

Mel: We used to loiter at the old pier when we were kids—me, you, and Aiden. Our rounds of tic-tac-toe and hangman are still etched into the old, rotten wood. Aiden didn’t know how to spell Mila Kunis and spelled it Mila Kunes, so we were playing for like an hour trying to figure out what the hell the word was. [chuckles] Remember?

Loren: Yeah. I remember, Mel.

Mel: Yeah...

Mel: Listen... I wanted to call because we haven’t talked about what happened.

Loren: I really don’t know what to say.

Mel: No, I know. I just- I wanted you and Maeve to know how sorry we are about all of this. You know we raised Selene better than that, and it really surprised and disappointed us.

Loren: We were disappointed too.

Loren: As a parent, you prepare for the big heartbreak, but I never imagined it would hurt like this. We’re having to rebuild our daughter from the ground up. It’s devastating. She didn’t deserve that.

Mel: I know. I feel so awful...

Loren: [sighs] You didn’t do anything, Mel. Selene is an adult, and she made a choice. A fucked-up one, but a choice nonetheless, and now we process and we move on.

Mel: Selene’s dropping from the tour.

Loren: Zoey would hate that. Despite everything, she would still want Selene to compete. At least to kick her ass, anyway.

Mel: Zoey’s an amazing young woman. You and Maeve did a great job.

Loren: Selene’s a good kid, too. A dumbass, but good. I don’t hate her. I love her like she’s my own. I just need her to work through her shit.

Mel: And are we still cool?

Loren: Yesss, Starboy. We’re cool. But if your daughter comes within 10 feet of mine, I’m going to kick her and your ass—at least for now.

Mel: Understood.

Loren: I love you, Mel. You and Nina are our family, always, ok? Anyway, I’m going to turn in for the night. Talk to you later-

Mel: Wait, there’s one more thing! My mom married a man half her age and didn’t tell anyone.

Loren: Fucking Myrah! [laughs]

Mel: Ok, there’s another. Olive is doing the same thing, except it’s a rich milf or something?

Loren: How many times do I have to tell you and Aiden, they’re not Milfs when they’re our age.

Mel: [chuckles] Night Loren.

Nina: Hey, you. Ready to head back to the hotel?

Mel: Yeah, but sit with me first. I just got off the phone with Loren. We were talking about Selene.

Nina: How’d that go?

Mel: We’re good. Just wish our kids were. I feel like the twins don’t think they can come and talk to us anymore.

Nina: Or maybe they’re in their 20s and they think they have it all figured out. Sounds familiar?

Mel: Is it really the same thing over and over?

Nina: But this time, we’re going to make sure we’re listening. If there’s anything I learned about your mother and Lyric, it’s that our children will always want to be heard. We should give them that when they’re ready to speak.

Mel: You always know what to say.

Nina: I learned by loving you.

Mel: Off subject but...remember that thing I said I always wanted to do?

Nina: Mel. It’s like...11pm at night.

Mel: Come onnn, nobody’s around. It’ll be quick.

Nina: Once you get started, you never want to stop.

Mel: We’ll use a safe word. The moment you want to stop, we’ll stop.

Nina: Just be gentle. We’re not in our 20s anymore.

Mel: We’ll go nice and slow.

Mel: [panting] See? That wasn’t so bad.

Nina: [breathlessly] Easy... for you to say...what happened to nice and slow?

Mel: Want to go again?

Nina: ...yeah, but hurry before someone calls the police. [laughs]

Mel: Hold on tight.

Nina: [squeals] Wait! I’m slipping!!

Mel: I said hold on! I’m gonna do a big spin.

Nina: OK! OK! Go!

[thepromptswhisperer]

Train Prompts

1. A has taken this train so many times by now that the scenic route has lost (some of) its grandeur. Watching B admire it, however,… (A could do that until the day they die and never get bored of it.)

2. A rests their head on B’s shoulder/lap as they travel home/etc. (They fall asleep right there.)

3. When the train abruptly comes to a stop/takes a turn, A tumbles into B(‘s lap).

4. A usually walks past the musicians performing at the train station. This time, however, they stop and listen.

5. A dreads reaching their destination (– a feeling that only intensifies when they see B taking the same train.)

6. A holds onto the train handle, and B holds onto them.

7. A suffers from motion sickness, and B tries their best to help them. (e.g. by proposing to switch seats with them)

8. A fire/fallen tree/etc. prevents the train from going any further, which leads to A and B getting stranded in the middle of nowhere/etc.

9. A and B reunite/say goodbye to one another at the train station.

10. A intensely studies the train map as they attempt to figure out where to go and how to get there. B, who stands next to them, helps them/is equally lost.

11. A unexpectedly runs into their ex (friend)/etc. on the train – with no possibility to hide from them (or the (unpleasant) conversation that they know will follow).

12. A, a (street) musician, performs at the train station/in a train. The performance goes viral.

13. A realizes too late that they are on the wrong train.

14. A draws something on the window. (e.g. tic-tac-toe, a heart)

15. A has desperately tried to keep some distance between themselves and B. Yet they can’t deny that the feeling of their arms/legs pressed against theirs – as they sit/stand next to each other (in a crowded train) – makes their heart flutter.

16. A and B sit at the train station and make up stories for the people that walk past them. 

17. A and B are alone on the train. A enjoys it, but B is panicking. Isn’t this how horror movies usually start?

18. A and B share a kiss on the train steps/as they lean over the row of chairs separating them.

19. A and B, two strangers who oftentimes take the same train (e.g. to work), have established eye contact a few days back. That day, A is determined to strike up a conversation with them.

20. The incoming train messes up A’s hair. B assures them that they look great.

21. A lends one of their earbuds to B so that they can listen to music/etc. together while traveling home/etc. 

22. A is waiting for their train when the platform fills with people coming from/going to a concert/sports event. (They sing/chant and dance, entertaining/annoying everyone else.)

23. A adores the art decorating the walls of a train station they frequent, and are delighted when they meet the artist.

24. A misses their train (e.g. because they were too caught up in B).

25. A surprises their partner/crush/friend/etc. B, a ticket inspector/train driver/etc., at work.

26. A cannot stand when people listen to loud music on the train (or when it’s so loud one can hear it despite them wearing headphones/etc.). Yet, their anger lessens when they hear what stranger B listens to.

27. A and B (, as well as everyone else on the train,) overhear a stranger’s/a group of strangers’ entertaining/etc. (phone) conversation.

28. Someone steals A’s bag/etc. while they look out of the window/stand at the train station/etc. B attempts to help them and catch the thief.

29. A and B talk to/shout at one another across different platforms as they each wait for their respective train to arrive.

30. A didn’t anticipate the next stop coming up so soon. Therefore, they barely make it out of the train in time/sit on the train’s toilet when it does – the window offering a nice view of the train station/etc.

31. A and B’s fingers (nearly) touch as they hold on to the train handle.

32. A handful of times now, A has seen B behave poorly. When their “train enemy” acts up once more, they speak up.

33. A panics when a ticket inspector boards the train. Stranger B unexpectedly helps them.

34. A draws sketches of strangers that sit on the train with them. Usually, they keep their art to themselves, but something about B makes them want to gift them the sketch.

35. A sits behind B and is able to read the text messages they send to a shared friend/etc. They know they shouldn’t look, but they can’t help themselves (– especially not when they see their name being mentioned).

[httpsserene]

trust me. Your opinions are anything but terrible.

Arizona: GREEN TEA IS THE RIGHT ANSWER. If I could have one drink on a deserted island I would have that. Iced tea with lemon is also the right take and so is sweet tea and I’m saying that as someone from New York. My little 5 cents is try the peach. I personally like it and drink it if the bodega by me is out of green tea.

Ice cream: once again. THE CORRECT ANSWERS. I’m a sucker for vanilla tbh. Like vanilla in general is just MMM idk. I like the smell of it too like straight vanilla extract. I personally also like ginger it’s really really good. It’s hard to find ginger ice cream here too. The place that used to have it took it off their menu a few years ago now. Oreo has to be three for me just bc of Ginger.

Gum: trust me. I agree with you there. I never understand it. Mints are also one of my favorites, or those tic tacs those are delicious. Mints are making me think of those peppermint you would get from the front office or the nurse in high school. Istg they put something in that it went so hard.

chocolate: is just- amazing trust me. I completely consider chocolate with caramel chocolate because it has chocolate in it sooooo. Then again I eat chocolate covered potato chips (it tastes amazing trust me, it’s from Japan it’s so good.) KitKats and M&Ms are up there for me. What’s your favorite flavor of them or do you just like the OG? For me KitKats the og is the goat. M&Ms I lowkey like the brownie one. That or the caramel one.

Ok. I haven’t seen a lollipop that wasn’t dumdums in a hot second and I don’t want that to change. Once again, butterscotch is the correct answer! It’s defo my favorite, second is the blue raspberry and third is root beer. I also really like trying to figure out the hidden flavors.

My next set of questions. 1: On a deserted island, what are three things you would bring with you that isn’t ur phone.

2: if you could only eat one thing what would it be. (My answer to this is sushi bc there are so many different types I would never get bored.)

3: what is your favorite food/comfort food?

4: what seat on the plane do you prefer? 5: What do you think is the silliest word in English?

6: do you have any hot takes on movies/shows?

7: besides writing, what’s a talent that you have?

8: what’s something that feels illegal, but isn’t?

9: what's just a random fun fact you have

10: if you could have a superpower, what would it be?

11: what’s the weirdest thing you believed as a kid? (Mine was that if the lights in the backseat were on, the car wouldn’t start.)

And last but not least

12: do you have a trend you want to end? Along with that is there a specific word that you wish wouldn’t exist anymore?

I’m so sorry I realize now how long this is. Pls you don’t have to answer all of these I promise!

✧*̣̩⋆̩☽⋆゜ og kitkats and m&ms for life!

i would bring a plane, fuel, and a pilot LMAO

a rice bowl, like you can't go wrong! my particular bowl: white rice, black beans, steak, veggies, lettuce, cheese, salsa, sour cream, and queso blanco (i like dairy even though i'm lactose intolerant)

favorite/comfort food? i actually don't know if i have one? but like junk food/snack wise i really like nacho cheese doritos and chocolate chip cookies, separately of course, never both at the same time lol

aisle seat for logistics but window seat is the true answer. i have to look out of the window for takeoff and landing or else i may freak out a tiny bit.

wouldn't the silliest word be "silliest?" jk i think it's either "queue" or "definitely." queue has too many letters for how it sounds, that's why in america we say "line" instead! and, definitely, i mean cmon bro, it's silly that i always spell it wrong on my first attempt.

hot takes: all the shows with a highschool setting could've been college/university shows; what is the obsession with having minors (played by adults) in explicit shows (not that underage kids don't experience sexual stuff, it just shouldn't be that prominent in media i feel it sends the wrong message to ACTUAL minors irl. another hot take: not every book or cartoon needs a live action adaptation. please stop mutilating something that was perfect.

i'm happy you think i'm a talented writer haha but, my little talentthat i always tell everbody is that i'm musically gifted. i played the violin for 12+ years, did a little bit on the drums, but right now i'm jamming on a bass guitar!

TSA. i always feel like i'm smuggling something in my luggage even though i'm not. Electronic signatures too, that shit is not valid, imo! but it would pain me to have to be in person to sign a contract as an introvert.

microbursts, their bursts of air from thunderstorms, and if you ever have the chance to be in small/private plane at a certain altitude and hit one, you'd be pulverized instantly. turbulence is also a rare reason for planes to crash (i've memorized this from spencer reid in a criminal minds epsiode, idk why)

charm speak, a little like mind control but just through speech! piper from pjo and allison from umbrella academy both have a type of charm speak if you're familiar with those examples.

the weirdest thing i believed is that carrots keep your vision perfect. i loved carrots as a kid and i still almost turned out to be nearly as blind as a bat. swear i'm a few points away from being legally blind and learning echolocation.

the trend i'd end? beauty standards for sure, whether it's body types or face structures gts gone. as for the word i'd get rid of? any slur would be thrown in the trash promptly!

it was a fun q&a, i don't really mind it! ✧*̣̩⋆̩☽⋆゜

[gorillaxyz]

while scowering old accounts i found this... feel free to do it yourselves! its like 20 years old i think YEAH the post i got it from is 20 years old

Name: Pippa

Sex: female

Age: 17

Screen name: screamgender/screamgenders/gorillaxyz

Meaning: i love the movie scream... and the band gorillaz

Status: single

Pets: 2 lovely cats and a dog

Writing Hand: right

BODY ILLS AND SKILLS...

Nervous Habits: running hands through my hair, picking at my skin, cracking knuckles and fingers

Do you bite your nails? when i was a kid i did it so much but not really anymore...

Can you raise one eyebrow at a time? NO but i practice all the time

Can you blow smoke rings? nah

Can you blow spit bubbles? i think so

Can you flare your nostrils? not on command -_-

Can you cross your eyes? yes

Tattoos? not yet

Piercings? ive had my ears pierced twice but only bc the first holes healed

Do you make your bed daily? hell no lol

CLOTHES...

What goes on first, underwear or socks? underwear obviously...

Which shoe goes on first? whichever i find first

What jewelry do you wear 24/7? NONE sadly... i used to wear a cross all the time but its annoying taking it off and putting it back on for showers n stuff...

What's sexiest on a person? ummmmmmmmmm -_- good sense of humour i think

Favorite Piece of Clothing: my phase 3 shirt with murdoc looking like hes trying to lick my armpit

Pajamas: usually none... im an underwear warrior

FOOD

Have you ever eaten Spam? NEVER HAVE NEVER WILL.

Favorite Ice Cream? vanilla or raspberry ripple

How many cereals in your cabinet? a few different kinds but i hardly everrrr eat any myself

What utensils do you use to eat pizza? my hands ..

GROOMING...

How often do you brush your teeth? twice a day

How often do you shower/bathe? depends, but usually every other day

How long does your shower last? 15-30 minutes. it depends

Hair drying method? errmmmm... towel if i remember to before putting it in the washing basket. but usually just air

If that fountain of youth existed, would you drink it? probably

Do you swear? more than id like to

Do you ever spit? when im brushing my teeth yeah? lol

WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE...

Animal: CATS AND MEERKATS theyre adorable.

Food: ice cream

Month: june.. summer... murdocs birthday... it is the BEST month

Day: i like saturdays and wednesdays. but date... prob 22/10

Cartoon: i like disney cartoons :)

Flower: big daffodil fan

Shoe Brand: thog dont caare

Subject in school: DRAMA

Color: purple

TV show: prob im alan partridge...

Movie: the lion king & spider-man 2

Holiday: CHRISTMAS!!!!!!

Book: the invisible man

Vacationing Spot: THE BEACH!!!!!!

TV Station: Comedy Central and Cartoon Network

IN AND AROUND...

The CD Player: NONE ANYMORE :(

Person you talk most on the phone with: prob my sister i dont really phone anyone

Do you regularly check yourself out in store windows and mirrors? YES all the fucking time

What color is your bedroom? light lavenderish grey

Do you use an alarm clock? yes... sadly....

Name one thing you are obsessed with: murdoc niccals

Have you ever skinny-dipped with the opposite sex? no lol

Ever sunbathed nude? no............

Window seat or aisle? Window... but i always let whoever im sat with have the window seat if they want it bc im chivalrous like that

LA LA LAND...

What's your favorite sleeping position? curled up in a ball under the covers

What kind of bed do you like? THE BIGGER THE BETTER

Do you sleepwalk? i did once years ago

Do you sleep with a stuffed animals? yeah

WHICH IS BETTER...

Coke or Pepsi? coke

Apples or Oranges? apples

One pillow or two? two

Deaf or blind? deaf

pool or hot tub? POOL

Blondes or brunettes? brunettes

TV or radio? TV

Tic-Tacs or Certs? tictacs... never heard of certs

Snooze button or jump out of bed? snooze usually but i jump oput sometimes

Sunrise or Sunset? Sunset

Hamburger or Cheeseburger? cheese burga

Morning or night? night

Indoors or outdoors? outdoors

Christmas Eve or Christmas Day? christmas day

Cake or ice cream? ice cream

Bert or Ernie? bert

Spicy or Mild? spicy

Spearmint or Peppermint? NEITHER

Call or Write? call

Peanut Butter or Jelly? jam.

Bath or shower? Shower... only bc easier... sigh

Book or Movie? book

Green or Red apples? red

Rain or Snow? snow

[os2warp]

vcf southeast thoughts:

wish someone would have told me there was a sportsball game today right across i285. traffic and parking were horrible.

i haven't been since 2018. in 2018 vcfse was a thing all on it's own. now it's been combined with a much larger gaming convention thing. i get how this makes sense, but now it costs 50 dollars. for one day.

vcfse was tucked away in a small room shared with the indie games people.

i didn't get many pictures, i'm not much of a picture taker. lots of interesting stuff tho. the 1960s non electronic tic tac toe machine was neat. and the early weather channel stuff.

they had all the commodores! and the commander x16 lol.

the history of the gui exibit had microsoft bob running under windows 10.

lgr is shorter in person than i expected. adrian black is taller.

there were only two commodore amigas as far as i could tell. would have love to have seen more of those.

if i had 500 dollars to spare i'd have probably come home with a data general. idk what i'd do with it, but it sure did look cool.

it was a lot of fun and i had a good time, but honestly unless there's something a lot more interesting, i may skip next year. there wasn't much different from when i saw it in 2018.

[saltytwi]

Fave Sonic Trio Headcanons

aka a random trio i made out of these three.

edit: i call them team neon now!!

why? because theyre my fav sonic characters and i want to see them all interact. simple. :]

i still havent found them a name though😭

i'll add more probably (*ahem* feel free to suggest-)

blaze is the speed type because she's literally the sol equivalent of sonic. tangle is the strength type because i think she's good with close range, also her strength stat is 10/10 in speed battle. silver is the flight type because he flies everywhere, floats all the time and also can carry 30 people at once with his power.

(for AU only– i guess?) they live in some kind of a weird trailer. they found it abandoned so they decided to renew it and then decided to live there :)

(also for AU only) theres a bed at the back of the trailer. its the most chilly place so blaze sleeps there. tangle sleeps on a couch, but sometimes she makes a bed out of her tail. theres a bed attached to the roof (idk how trailers work but-- yknow theres a small room thingy built above and theres a bed inside?? yeah that) silver sleeps there.

none of them know how to cook properly. blaze is absolute dogshit at cooking, tangle made sunny side up eggs once, and silver can make something easy if he follows a recipe of the said thing written on something.

blaze has the most beautiful handwriting known to mobian. tangle's writing is extremely messy, like if you can read it then congrats. silver's writing usually consists of square shaped, blocky letters and its kinda messy but still kinda readable.

they can't handle horror games well, especially the ones that has many jumpscares, like fnaf (even though some of their adventures make horror games look cute). when they first got jumpscared silver accidentally flung himself to the roof and broke it, tangle almost squeezed herself to death with her tail, and blaze scorched the computer.

tangle and silver played tic tac toe and doodled stupid shit on blaze's forehead once when she ended up falling asleep (they did it more than once btw) the first time they did it they almost got scorched alive but now blaze doesnt give a fuck about it. she got rid of all the permanent markers around though

this trio may seem like tangle and silver being idiots and blaze is their caretaker– but it's not. blaze is just as much as an impulsive dumbass like the other two (but sometimes?).

emphasis on "sometimes": they have one braincell, most of the time blaze has it but sometimes it just. doesnt exist. it keeps disappearing

bc of blaze being a walking radiator, they all make this cuddle pile in winters when they get cold. blaze being in the middle.

tangle's tail is so fluffy that sometimes they end up sleeping on it all together. it just sprawls around to make a biiiig bed (think of it as a floor full of pillows).

silver's quills are a perfect subject to test out all the hairstyles :)

about this post, it took like 6 hours to style all of their hair. (fur? quills? idk)

[paperstorm]

10 random lines

I am LATE but I was tagged by @cinnaluminum @reyesstrand and @rmd-writes

Rules: pick any 10 of your fics, scroll somewhere to the midpoint, pick a line (or three), and share it! Then tag 10 people.

He tastes like mint. Must’ve chewed some gum or a Tic-Tac before coming over to ask TK to dance, and TK resolutely sets that information down and doesn’t pick it up again because if he has to think about there being intention in the way this man approached him, he might have to stop kissing him. Back to the habit after kicking it (911 Lone Star)

“Dude, I was born in Manhattan,” TK defends. “Lived there my whole life until three months ago. Nobody I grew up with knows how to drive, having a car on the island makes no sense unless you’re super rich or have some kind of kink for sitting in traffic for an hour to go 10 blocks.” Life's a game of inches (911 Lone Star)

Merlin seeks Arthur’s lips for a messy kiss, tilting his hips to change the angle and pushing Arthur inside just a bit deeper, rubbing, sending resplendent waves of pleasure through him. He wants so badly – aches, really – to be everything Arthur could ever need so Arthur never has to look anywhere else. Golden Hour (Merlin)

“I couldn’t remember every kiss, not 800 years of them, but I remember that one,” Joe continues, in a dreamy voice. He is more emotional than Nicky. Quicker to anger, and indignance, and ferociously protective of those he loves. His fire burns quick and hot, and when it melts into languid moments such as this, where he’s introspective and soft-hearted, it’s Nicky who aches to protect him. Nothing But a Song (The Old Guard)

Nile surprises them with her poker skills, in the evening when Joe breaks out a pack of cards and they sit around the table with an old radio on in the background. The nights were long and boring, sometimes, when she was stationed overseas, and she took a considerable amount of money off all her commanding officers in the months she was there. It’s that baby face, one of them had complained, you never think it’s lying to you until it is. Hands Battered but Hearts Survive (The Old Guard)

They struggle to pay the bills and sometimes they run out of hot water before both of them have had a chance to shower and they have to hide their love away to keep it safe from people who would want to hurt them if they knew, but despite all that, they’re happy. It aches and it aches and it aches in Bucky’s chest to think of how much he took it for granted, how many times he should have told Steve he loved him but didn’t, how likely it is that they’ll never have that again. Bucky’s not as simple as he’s been pretending. He doesn’t believe the advertisements, the campaigns that promise they’ll be gone six months and home as heroes by Christmas. That’s what they said last time, and millions never came home. Parallel Sinking Ships (MCU)

Steve sways a little on his feet as Bucky works, and Bucky sees the crash coming. Steve must have been running on sheer adrenaline since the end of their latest mission, perhaps spurred on by grief over the people he hadn’t been able to save this time and anger at himself for his perceived failings. He’d managed to get himself to Wakanda and to Bucky on nothing but leftover fumes, and they’re very quickly running out. Through the Monsoon (MCU)

“Do you want to know the moment I hated myself the most, in all this?” Nick asks. Pieces of himself, he figures. He knows better than anyone how tough it is to be so see-through. To know that despite all his best efforts, he’s utterly transparent. Maybe he can be transparent on purpose; maybe that will make Charlie feel safer in the notion of confessing. All Of These Moving Parts (Heartstopper)

Sitting here, holding TK’s arm in his hand, he feels like he can sense TK slipping away right here in front of him, filtering through his fingers like sand. No matter how he tries, Carlos can’t seem to grasp him tight enough to keep him. And maybe that’s always been the problem. Maybe he’s never known how to do that. Collateral damage (911 Lone Star)

“If we’re playing around, if we’re having fun and you want me to be a little rough that’s fine. I love that, too. Not when you’re this upset. I can’t …” He runs out of ways to explain the way that makes him feel, to imagine being rough with TK while he’s crying and using the mix of pleasure and pain to distract himself from his grief. Of him associating Carlos with hurt in a moment like this, of him believing he doesn’t deserve to be treated gently, maybe because someone died while TK was there and in the dark recesses of his mind he thinks he should be punished for that. Silent (911 Lone Star)

I'm not sure who's done this already but I will tag @musette22 @riricitaa @bubblesandroses8 @chaotictarlos @theghostofashton and @tailoredshirt

[infowindtech24]

Top 10 Mobile App Development Companies In India

Approximately 750 million people use smartphones in India and Deloitte's 2022 Global TMT predictions1 state that by 2026, there will be 1 billion users worldwide.  These numbers show how swiftly the Indian market for mobile app development is expanding, providing a sizable window of opportunity for businesses trying to reach their target audience. 

India has emerged as a hub for mobile app development firms due to the large number of businesses that have shown exceptional talent and innovation. These businesses often produce innovative mobile applications for a variety of markets. Statista estimates that the industry's compound annual growth rate for mobile app development is around 11.8%. 

For every business owner, choosing the finest application service providers is essential to dependability and long-term company success. 

1. Kellton 

Kellton provides software solutions and digital transformation to top businesses in many sectors. It easily serves clients worldwide because of its network of presence in important areas, including the US, Europe, Asia, etc.  With more than 1800 workers, Kellton has worked with more than 1000 customers so far in its history and has a solid grasp of the mobile app development market.

Key points –

    • Over 10 years of industry expertise

    • A team of 300+ skilled professionals

    • Successfully delivered 5000+ projects

    • Hourly rate: $30

    • Acclaimed with a 4.8/5 rating on GoodFirms

    • Notable clients include Microsoft, Oracle, Samsung, and Google

2. IBM

On this list, IBM is among the most established companies offering software development and consulting services. It offers clients and customers worldwide software solutions, consulting, SaaS products, and mobile app development services. IBM has a proven track record of developing scalable, enterprise-grade software that helps organizations expand and achieve new heights. The company has created a number of successful products of its own. IBM is the firm to choose if you want to collaborate with someone who has decades of expertise in developing and implementing high-quality software.

Key points –

    • Pioneering technology company with over a century of experience

    • Boasts a workforce of 350,000+ worldwide

    • Completed over 200,000 projects globally

    • Competitive hourly rate of $50

    • Garnered an impressive 4.9/5 rating on GoodFirms

    • Trusted by leading organizations such as NASA, Walmart, and Coca-Cola

3. Infowind

With more than 100 customers that have benefited from the software components they have provided, Infowind is a top rated Mobile App Development Company. It has been providing cutting-edge solutions and their knowledge to industrial areas for more than ten years. It’s mobile app technology includes- React Native, Flutter, Native Android, Native iOS etc. They are all computer geeks who can spend hours staring at a single screen, making tic tac toe noises with our mouse and keyboard, laughing uncontrollably over lunch, running to the cupboard for pizza slices, and belting out the lyrics to their favorite tunes.

Key Points

    • More than 15 years of industry experience

    • Employs a dedicated team of 150+ professionals

    • Successfully executed 7000+ projects

    • Hourly rate: $20

    • Rated 4.75/5 on GoodFirms

    • Proudly served clients like Early Salary, Hyundai, Fibe, Tech Mahindra

4. Hyperlink Infosystem 

In India, Hyperlink Infosystem is among the top app developers. Since 2011, they have provided customers all over the globe with over 4,500 innovative and affordable solutions without sacrificing quality. They are among the top Android and iOS app developers in India because of this.

Key points –

    • Established for over a decade in the IT sector

    • Houses a workforce of 250+ experts

    • Completed 6000+ projects worldwide

    • Competitive hourly rate of $35

    • Acknowledged with a 4.8/5 rating on GoodFirms

    • Trusted by renowned companies such as Uber, Disney, Sony, and Toyota

 5. HData Systems

One of the top global suppliers of Big-Data Analytics and Business Intelligence services for customers is HData Systems, an IT services and consulting firm. They offer services like data logging, data warehousing, data migration, data analytics, data visualization, video analytics, productive analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning development, DevOps, and many other data-related services. In addition to supporting businesses and offering data science services, HData Systems can handle all of your data requirements in one convenient location. 

Key points –

    • Specialized in data-driven solutions for 12+ years

    • Employs a proficient team of 100+ professionals

    • Successfully delivered 4000+ projects

    • Hourly rate: $40

    • Earned a commendable 4.85/5 rating on GoodFirms

    • Trusted by clients like Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, and Siemens

6. Capgemini 

Capgemini is a leader in the world of collaborating with businesses to use technology to manage and change their operations. The Group's mission to use technology to unlock human potential for a sustainable and inclusive future serves as its daily guide. With 360,000 team members spread throughout more than 50 countries, it is a responsible and varied organization. Clients rely on Capgemini's strong 55-year history and extensive industry knowledge to handle all aspects of their business needs, from strategy and design to operations, driven by the dynamic and cutting-edge worlds of cloud, data, artificial intelligence, connectivity, software, digital engineering, and platforms.

Key points –

    • Global leader in consulting, technology, and digital transformation

    • Boasts a massive workforce of 300,000+ across the globe

    • Completed over 250,000 projects worldwide

    • Competitive hourly rate of $60

    • Recognized with a stellar 4.95/5 rating on GoodFirms

    • Trusted by top-tier companies such as Airbus, Unilever, and Nestle

7. Tech ahead 

Techahead has been providing innovative digital solutions for more than ten years. As such, companies like Starbucks, American Express, Disney, Audi, and American Express have placed their faith in them.

Key points –

    • More than a decade of experience in digital solutions

    • Employs a skilled team of 200+ professionals

    • Completed 8000+ projects for clients worldwide

    • Hourly rate: $45

    • Rated 4.85/5 on GoodFirms

    • Trusted by esteemed clients like HP, Cisco, IBM, and Siemens

8. Protiviti

Protiviti is a worldwide consulting business that helps executives boldly confront the future by providing deep experience, objective insights, a personalized strategy, and unmatched cooperation. Through our network of more than 85 locations in more than 25 countries, Protiviti and their independently and locally owned Member Firms provide customers advisory and managed solutions in the areas of finance, technology, operations, data, analytics, governance, risk, and internal audit. 

Key points –

    • Leading global consulting firm with over 15 years of industry presence

    • Employs 75,000+ professionals worldwide

    • Successfully executed 3000+ projects

    • Hourly rate: $70

    • Acclaimed with a remarkable 4.9/5 rating on GoodFirms

    • Trusted advisor to companies such as Microsoft, Amazon, and Goldman Sachs

9. Wipro 

Wipro is an application services partner that works with IT and business executives to solve their most difficult problems and enhance resilience, intelligence, and agility across the whole company. Businesses in the digital age are adopting innovations and technology that increase the intelligence, data-drivenness, and interconnectedness of their enterprises. They provide our customers with new levels of business value and innovation across the whole digital value chain.

Key points –

    • Renowned IT services company with over 75 years of experience

    • Employs a vast workforce of 200,000+ professionals

    • Completed over 300,000 projects globally

    • Competitive hourly rate of $55

    • Recognized with an impressive 4.85/5 rating on GoodFirms

    • Trusted partner to clients like GE, Apple, Microsoft, and AT&T

10. Algoworks

Leading the way in digital transformation is Algoworks. Among the top developers of iOS and Android apps in India, they have completed more than 1,200 projects for Fortune 500 organizations and startups, winning many honors.

Key points –

    • Specialized in custom software development for over a decade

    • Houses a talented team of 180+ experts

    • Successfully delivered 5000+ projects

    • Hourly rate: $40

    • Garnered a commendable 4.8/5 rating on GoodFirms

    • Trusted by esteemed clients such as Salesforce, Coca-Cola, and Deloitte

Conclusion

These top ten+ app development firms have shown their capacity to provide innovative solutions and considerably boost India's economic growth. The businesses mentioned above have all produced exceptional outcomes that have cemented their position as industry leaders.

[sethelliott]

Friday

It is homecoming weekend. Downtown Boulder is overrun. The energy is contagious, and yet I am drinking a “fall chamomile tea” at a bookstore after telling the barista I knew nothing about tea but wanted to drink some that didn’t have caffeine. It smells like a tree, and Big Red gum, and is delicious, and, I have been assured, hard to burn.

The very young couple to my right at the taco restaurant resorted to tic tac toe rather than fight to make themselves heard over the din. At the bookstore, a young Indian man is involved in an animated game of chess with a very old man with a narrow face, a bright red scarf, and a beautiful smile. I hope he is British.

Out back is a courtyard, with its curling vines and obligatory strings of lights. There is live music, which I don’t particularly enjoy — they seem very angry — but am glad is happening, suitably muffled by a bright yellow and very heavy door. It’s not wood, but I wish it was. Someone just opened that door and several patrons visibly gasped and jumped at the sudden blast of snare. There are many things I am overly reactive to, but this was not one of them.

The yellow door feels like a gift. It lets through enough music so that all the couples and trios and quartets must raise their voices, but not so much that they retreat to tic tac toe. I can flit between all their conversations without intruding on any of them. The first date to my left is going badly, but I can’t tell whether the man knows this or not. He should lean in some, ask more questions — I am sure his date is more interesting than bouldering, yet that’s all he has to talk about these couple minutes. To my right: enthusiasm for chocolate chip cookies, a sense of loss at too much time at church in years past, and a robust recommendation for potatoes, fingerlings roasted with just oil and salt, he says. Across the way, a gay couple are endlessly tender with one another in that perfect way where no one could be uncomfortable observing and no one could misunderstand how important they are to each other.

I haven’t written like this in years — since before Colorado? — but it feels refreshing, to observe such that you can articulate.

The floor is hardwood and it is very old and the color is all wrong but the sound is exactly the same as the childhood white oak at 310 Scott Street that I will never step on again and do not miss, but if that’s true why am I now crying as I write?

I haven’t interacted with anyone in the bookstore since the barista and, tonight, I don’t really want to. I am happy to observe pieces of these people’s lives, rather than try to be one of the pieces. I am profoundly tired and not in possession of my usual wit or charm and anyways why should I inject myself into the interactions of these happy strangers? Today that sounds selfish, perhaps because I feel more at peace today and yesterday and the day before than I have for most of the year.

It’s been a reflective hour here, not the quiet hour I expected of learning more of the cowboys who are profoundly unhappy and don’t know why or what to do about it or why they feel obligated to live in a certain way so contrary to the few desires they are able to put words to.

Perfect timing. The silt of the cassia starts peeking through tepid tea as the owner shouts “iiiit’s Friday! We close at 9! 10 minutes!” and the baristas make their rounds of square tables, collecting tea pots and what used to be containers of hot chocolate and are now just containers.

This wasn’t the evening I left home wanting — I haven’t read a page or figured out my family’s housing for Thanksgiving or replied to that one work email or my brother’s heart felt reflections on parenthood as March draws nearer. But I’m glad I had it, observing and writing instead of putting in my headphones and forcing the night to look like I thought it might when I left. And I will be back, for more of this contagious energy.

[shop-korea]

FUTURE - YOUTUBE - CHANNEL - I'M - PERFECTING -

RELOCATION - SPECIALIST - BASED - ON - COMEDY -

1 MIN - ADULT MOMENT - DANIEL HENNEY - ACTOR -

2 - BAD - COULD HAVE - BEEN - FAMILY - COMEDY -

ROMANCE - 'SHANGHAI - CALLING' - CHINA - DVD -

(+$5) - NO - AUTO - REPEAT - BLOND - GIRL - LEAD -

OF - FILM - THAT - WE SHE - DOES - SHANGHAI CN -

HIRING MANY - RELOCATION - SPECIALISTS - NOT -

JUST - WHERE - 2 - EAT - BUT - WHERE - 2 - GO -

OTHERS - THINGS - 2 - DO - WHAT MAKES OUR -

CITIES - SPECIAL - FOUND BETTER - CHEAPER -

WATERPROOF - NON-SEE - THRU - BAGS ALSO -

20L - NOT - SAME - SIZE - 4 - ALL HERE LARGE -

20 INCH - LENGTH - WIDTH - BOTTOM - 10 INCH -

$17.99 - AND - RARE - CAN - CARRY - BY - HAND -

DIFFERENT - WAYS - 4 - SHOULDERS - 1 SIDE OR -

BOTH - SIDES - WATERPROOF - IMPORTANT -

NEED - 2 - SHARE - ALSO - 4 - COMPUTERS -

U - WANT - 2 - SLEEP - BUT - LIBRARY - AND -

PUBLIC - PARKS - SINCE - THEY'RE - NOT -

SLEEPING - AS - WORKERS - NEITHER YES -

CAN - U - SPANISH - SPEAKING COUNTRIES -

SIESTA - WHAT THEY - HAVE - IN COMMON -

THEY - SLEEP - AFTERNOON - MANY - HRS -

2 - WAKE - UP - LATE - DINNER - BEGINS -

6P - BUT - ALL - AWAKE - EVEN - AT - 2 A -

SPAIN - OTHER - THAN - HOTELS - EVEN -

GROCERY - CLOSED - AFTERNOONS YES -

DURING - SIESTA - HOW - INCONVENIENT -

4 FOREIGNERS - TERRI SAVELLE FOY -

'TAKES - 3 WEEKS - OR - 21 DAYS - TO -

ESTABLISH - ROUTINE' - 21 DAYS - TO -

BREAK - BAD - HABITS - CREATE NEW -

ONES - YOU'RE - SO - HUNGRY LUNCH -

TIME - BUT - ALL - SLEEPING - SO - U -

ORDERED - ROOM - SERVICE - VERY -

EXPENSIVE - THUS - EVENING - THE -

GROCERY - OPEN - AS - THEY - YES -

BOUGHT - 4 - THE - NEXT - DAY - AS -

THEY - SHOPPED - AT - MALL - YES -

NIGHT - TIME - HOW - UNUSUAL - 4 -

ALL - OF - US - THEN - IN - HOTEL U -

SLEPT - AFTERNOON - THEY - AS -

SPANISH - SLEEP - EVERYWHERE -

PARKS - ON - THEIR - PURSES AS -

SITTING IN - PARKS - THEY SLEPT -

SITTING - 4 - THE - WEATHER AND -

AIR CONDITIONING - MOST - EXPENSIVE -

REASON - 4 - ELECTRICITY - BILLS BEING -

HIGH - PARK - TIME - JUST - ELECTRIC -

FANS - IN - THEIR - HOUSES - WHEN SP -

SPANISH - GO - HOME - THEN - THE AC -

IS - TURNED - ON - WHY - IN - PARKS AS -

ELECTRICITY - BILLS - LOWER - PLUS -

LIKE - ME - I - USED - ELECTRIC FANS -

INSIDE - 2 - INCREASE TEMPERATURE -

COLD - ELECTRIC - FANS - LESS NEED -

4 - COOLER - TEMPERATURES - THUS I -

SAVED - ON - ELECTRIC - BILLS - ALSO -

GOING - 2 - SUBMIT - I'M - HOMELESS -

WITH - EBT - FOOD - STAMPS - LET's -

SEE - HOW - MUCH - I'M - GETTING -

THUS - PAPERLESS - BECAUSE I'M -

HOMELESS - INFO - BY - EMAIL XO -

WHICH - THEY'E - NOT - DONE - SO -

CALLED - NEAR - BRICKELL STATION -

OPEN - PHONE - BUSINESS - TOLL XO -

FREE - $17 - TOOK - 15 MAY - FINALLY -

NOT - 14TH - VIRTUAL - ASSISTANT -

FEMALE - MY ANSWERING - VOICE -

LOVE - HER - VOICE - SO - PRO YES -

WITH - MY - TOLLFREE - LOVING IT -

GOT - MY - REFUND - OF - WILDLIFE -

FOOD - $10.10 - WITH - TAX - ON THE -

AMAZON - GIFT CARD - NOT 2/3 HRS -

MAYBE - AFTER - 1 HR - I - DIDN'T -

BELIEVE - SOONER - SO - I'M YES -

ORDERING - MARUCHAN - BEEF -

NOODLES - VEGETABLES ALSO -

ADD - HOT - WATER - TOTAL -

12 - FOR - $4.62 - AND - EBT -

GETTING - 24 - HUB LOCKER -

LA FITNESS - 2ND - FLOOR 2 -

YESTERDAY - ATE - 6 CHOCOLATE -

DONUTS - PUBLIX - $3.99 - THAT's -

IT - RAN - OUT - OF - CRYSTAL - LT -

LIGHT - SWEET - TEA - BUT - GOT -

MY - VEGAN - HYDRATION STUFF -

THAT - WILL - B - MY - FOOD FOR -

TODAY - 4 - KICKED - OUT - OF -

GOV'T - CENTER - THEY - YES -

REMOVED - OUR - FOOD - SUPPLY -

BUT - THEY - PLANTED - SO - AS -

WE - FIRE - ALL - POLICE - FR 50 -

STATES - REMOVED - OF - HAND -

CUFFS - FIREARMS - WITH - YES -

SEVERENCE - PAY - CRIMINAL -

RECORD -

PLEASE - APPLY - 4 - ADDITIONAL -

MILITARY - FORCE - MILITARY YES -

WEAPONS - FULLY - AUTO - STRAP -

MACHINE - GUNS - LIGHTWEIGHT -

LESS - THAN - TIC TAC - SIZE YES -

BULLETS - HIGHER - WAGER PER -

HOUR - 30 MIN - LUNCH

5 CONSECUTIVE - DAYS

THEY - ALSO - MUST - OBEY - THE -

TRAFFIC - LAWS - REMOVING - AX -

FR - FIREMEN - ALSO - THEY WILL -

B - USING - AIR - NOT - WATER - 2 -

END - FIRE - LIKE - EUROPE - FOR -

IN - MY - COUNTRY - WE - USE AIR -

NOT - WATER - IN - RICH - AREAS -

LIKE - MAKATI - PHILIPPINES - PH -

SO - USING - INFLATABLE - NECK -

AND - STRAP - THIGHS - WHAT TO -

WEAR - 2 - SLEEP - SIDEWAYS - AT -

R SIDE - CAN - BREATHE - BETTER -

SIDE - SLEEPING - BRAIN - CAN -

FUNCTION - BETTER - WHILE U -

ARE - SLEEPING - VERY ACTIVE -

THEN - ONLY - SIDE - SLEEPERS -

INCREASE - BRAIN - HEALTH -

AND - BRAIN - CAN B ACTIVE -

DURING - SLEEPING - SWEET

DESKTOP - DOWNLOAD - FREE - LIGHTSHOT -

SCREEN - CAPTURE - THIGHS - STRAP - GET -

NECK - PILLOW - WHILE - SLEEPING - SITT'G -

DOWN - BOTH - END - PAIN - OF - LOWER -

BACK - SHOULDERS - HIPS - ALSO - WITH -

NO NECK - PILLOW - YOU'RE - ALWAYS -

HEAD - GOING - DOWN - THAT's - VERY -

DANGEROUS - NECK - PILLOW - STOPS -

THAT - ALSO - WHILE - WORKING - PC -

STOPS - SLEEPINESS - ALSO - SO YOU -

CAN - CONCENTRATE - BETTER - ADD -

SHEA MOISTURE - VOLUMIZING - YES -

MOUSE - MY - FAVORITE - SUPER HAI -

EXPENSIVE - RIGHT - NOW - SO - I'M -

TRYING - THIS - INSTEAD - LOVE - AS -

SHEA WHITNEY - KRISTEN McGOWAN -

WHEN - THEY - SHARE - AMAZON - US -

STUFF - NON-SPONSORED - HOW -

ABOUT - THIS - WHAT - THEY - DO -

RELOCATION - SPECIALTY

I'M - HIRING - BOTH - 2 YES - SHOP -

AMAZON - WHAT - I'M - LOOKING 4 -

PAYING - THEM - PER - HOUR - AND -

PAYING - 4 - THE - PRODUCTS

KRISTEN - AND - DIY MOMMY - OF -

CANADA - LOVE - IKEA - WILL PAY -

BOTH - ALSO - PER - HOUR - 2 BUY -

AT - IKEA - AND - PAY - THE - IKEA -

PRODUCTS - WITH - KRISTEN AND -

DIY - MEANING - MORE - PLACES 2 -

GO 2 - THEY - WILL - NEED -

STUDIOS - 2 - SHOWCASE WHAT -

THEY - BOUGHT - FR - CANADA's -

IKEA - SO - BUYING CASTLES - FR -

CANADA - FORGOT - WHERE -

KRISTEN McGOWAN - IS BUT -

LOOKS - LIKE - FOR -

GBC - TV STUDIOS -

AS - KRISTEN McGOWAN - DESIGNS -

A - BEDROOM - A - KITCHEN - WITH -

AMAZON - PRODUCTS - IKEA - YES -

PRODUCTS - WE - CAN - PROVIDE -

CREW - BUT - FOUND - OUT THAT -

KRISTEN - IS - CANADIAN - ALSO -

AMAZING - MOST - LIKELY LIVES -

IN - CANADA - BUT - SHE - DID -

MENTION - MANHATTAN - NY -

BUT MAYBE - LAKE HOUSE IN -

CANADA - SO - EITHER - NEW -

YORK - OR - CANADA - WILL -

STILL - WORK - SO - HOPE 2 -

MEET - HER - DIY MOMMY - PAY -

BOTH - PER - HOUR - AND 2 BUY -

DECORATE - PLACES - IN - MY -

CASTLES - FR - WHAT BOUGHT -

AT - AMAZON - AND - IKEA - SO -

THIS - CAN - B - AMAZING - AS -

BIBLE - 'MONEY ANSWERS ALL' -

RELOCATION - SPECIALTY

RELOCATION - SPECIALISTS

OUR - COUNTRIES OF BIRTH

WE'LL - GO - FROM - THERE

EARLY - THIS - MORNING - LIKE

5A - OR - 4:45A - 2 - ASK - ME IF

I - NEED - MONEY - I - SAID - ME

RECEIVES - SOCIAL - SECURITY

DISABILITY - I - HAVE - MONEY

BUT - RIGHT - NOW - I HAVEN'T

EATEN - THIS - DAY - MONDAY

YESTERDAY - SUNDAY - MOM'S - DAY -

4 - BEEF - EMPANADAS - BOUGHT - 4 -

ME - HISPANIC - MALE - GAVE ME - $5 -

4 - COFFEE - BOUGHT - 6 CHOCOLATE -

DONUTS - INSTEAD - WITH - PUBLIX -

$1 - TALL - NATURAL SPRING WATER -

TODAY - HAVEN'T - EATEN - THUS IT -

LOOKS - LIKE - JUST - HYDRATION -

POWDERS - BUT - INTERMITTENT -

FASTING - HAS - CHANGED - ME -

I'M - NO - LONGER - LONGING - 4 -

FOOD - NOT - NEEDY - I - WATCH -

RAINA - AND - ROCKSTAR EATER -

THEY'RE - MY - FOOD - I - USED 2 -

B - SO - HUNGRY - ALL THE TIME -

GAINED - WEIGHT - NO - THAT - I -

ATE - ONCE - 12P - 6P - DAILY IT -

HAS - CHANGED - ME - I'M - NO -

LONGER - DESPERATELY - HUNGRY -

ANYMORE - 3 WEEKS - AND - I'M XO -

VERY - SATISFIED - HAVEN'T EATEN -

SINCE - 6P EDT - YESTERDAY - I'M XO -

MORE - THAN - FINE - LOVE - LOVE -

INTERMITTENT FASTING - BRICKELL -

CITY - CENTRE - MALLS - IN FLORIDA -

LESS THAN - 1 HOUR - AND - ONLY -

ONCE - IN - MALLS - LAW - OF - FL -

STATES - BODY LOITERING - AS -

HOMELESS - ESPECIALY - BODY -

LOITERING - IN - PRIVATE - FLORIDA -

PROPERTIES - NON-OPEN - CARRY & -

27TH - US - STATE - TEXAS - 28TH - & -

OPEN - CARRY - 31ST - CALIFORNIA -

AS - NO - LONGER - SLAVES - STATE -

INDEPENDENT - DEMOCRATIC - PARTY

50 STATES

BY - INTERNET - BRINGING - YOU - THE -

BEST - OF - THE - BEST

VALENTINO

CHANNEL

LOUIS VUITTON

CHRISTIAN DIOR

MOST - EXCLUSIVE - MODELS

RUNWAYS - INTERVIEWS - AS

WE - ALSO - HAVE - AUTHENTIC

SIGNED - CERTIFICATES - FROM

COUTURE - DESIGNERS

FREE - NEXT - DAY

BUT - HDG - BANKS - OFFERING

HDG - BUYERS - APP - FREE

DESIGNERS - COUTURE

ART - MUSIC - HISTORY

WE - BUY - BACK - BY - MONEY

MARKET - OR - AMOUT - PAID

WHATEVER - IS - HIGHER TAX

PAID - INCLUDING - JEWELRY

SO - WHEN - TIME - 2 - SELL U

NEED - MONEY - WE WILL BUY

WHAT - WE - SOLD - YOU - YES

HDG - BUYS - APP - FREE

U - BOUGHT - MICROWAVES

SMEG - REFRIGERATOR AND

SMALL - APPLIANCES - WASHERS

DRYERS - SODA - REFRIGERATORS

WE'LL - BUY - THEM - BACK SAME

MONEY - MARKE - OR - AMOUNT

U - PAID - TAX - PAID - FREE 24/7

PICK UP - FULLY - UNIFORMED &

WHITE - GLOVES - BECAUSE -

DECLUTTERING - IS - WILDLY -

EXCITING - MONEY - BACK - 2 -

LIFE - IS - EATING - EATING - & -

ENJOYING - OUR - HEALTH - & -

WELLBEING - DECLUTTERING -

WONDERFULLY - UPLIFTING & -

CLEAN - AND - MORE - SPACE -

IS - BLISS - MODERN - LIVING -

MODERN - SPACING - ITS YES -

EXCITING - COMING - IS - HAI -

MORE - INTERNET - THAN -

EXPENSIVE SHOP'G MALLS -

BUILDING - NEXT - 2 EMPTY -

LOT - IS - BUILDING OF YES -

CHASE - BANK - THEY CAN -

TRANSFER - 2 - MARY BRICKELL -

VILLAGE - NO - PROBLEM - ALSO -

MAGIC - KINGDOM - MEDICAL -

CENTERS - VARIOUS - AGES AS -

WE - BUY - SW 7 ST - SMALL FL -

STORES - AND - PARKING - LOT -

MAKE - A - TALLER - BETTER FL -

OUTDOOR - MALL - NO - TEENS -

KIDS - 12 AND YOUNGER - AND -

18 AND OLDER - SOUNDPROOFED -

PER - FLOOR - RED - PANDA - AS A -

BIG - PLUSH - DELIGHTING - KIDS -

AND - PREGNANT - FEMALES - I'M -

2 - MALE - TWINS - 2ND MARRIAGE -

BABY - BOY - AND - IT - AFFECTED -

MY - PREGNANCY - STRONG MALE -

TEENS - OF - SPANISH - SPEAKING -

AFFECTED ME - AND - I - LOST MY -

DONATED - BOTTLE - BABY - BOY -

06 APRIL 2023 - BUT - APP - SAID -

2ND - FINGER - 40 BOYS - LEFT 4 -

ME - B 4 - AGE 80 - SO - I'M - NOT -

SCARED - MALE TWINS - ALSO -

INCLUDED - IN - THAT - COUNT -

LIKE - SEOUL - KOREA - INTRODUCING -

EMBLEMS - NECKLACES - BRACELETS -

4 - PREGNANT - FEMALES - THE COUNT -

OR - NO - COUNT - SO - WE - WILL - YES -

RECOGNIZE - MONTHS OF PREGNANCY -

TALL - OUTDOOR - SHOPPING - MALL -

COMING - THERE - 24/7 - WE - WILL FL -

BANCRUPT - BRICKELL - CITY CENTRE -

THEY'RE - SECURITY - EMPLOYEES -

WILL - NOT - B - ALLOWED - OUR FL -

MALL - ELECTRONICALLY - WE WILL -

CONTROL - THEM - SO - THEY WON'T -

COME - NEAR - PUSH - CARTS - ARE -

FREE - FOODS - FREE - DRINKS FREE -

ICE CREAM - FREE - DESSERTS - TOO -

EACH - FLOOR - FREE - PUSH CARTS -

2 - DELIGHT - EVERYONE - LOTS - OF -

FREE - FOODS - DRINKS

FREE - BALLET - CLASSES

FREE - KIDS - TUTORS

FREE - COLLEGE - TUTORS

24/7 - HOLIDAYS

OUTDOOR - MALL - ESCALATORS -

ELEVATORS - INN - GROCERIES 2 -

AGE 12 AND YOUNGER

AGE 18 AND OLDER

DISNEY - PIXAR - MASCOT

'TURNING - RED' - THE CA

CANADIAN - CHINESE AND

THE - RED - PANDA - PLUSH - ALL

FLOORS - 4 - KIDS - PREGNANT 2

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CAFES - GRILLS - READY - 4 - WHEN

WE - INVITE - 4 - SMALL - CONCERTS

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1 HR - FREE - BUFFET - 4 - TICKET

HOLDERS - ALL SHOPS OF FLOOR

OPEN - BUFFET - DURING - STAGE

SHOW - WHILE - PERFORMING - A

NO-SOUND - FIREWORKS DISPLAY

30 MIN - VERY - SHORT CONCERT

STARS - STAYING - IN - OUR - INN

INSIDE - AS - THEY - FINISH SOON

BUFFET - CONTINUOUS AFTER AS

SHOPS - REMAIN - OPEN 4 AWHILE

STORES - FILLED - WITH - ITEMS FR

STARS - CLOTHES - 2 - CHANGE - TO

SHOES - MORE - 2 B - WELL DRESSED

K POP - FLOOR - 4 - PERFORMANCES

MORE - BEHAVED - FANS - 19 AND

OLDER - KOREAN - DRINKING YES

AGE - HONORED - ALCOHOL - WILL

BE - SERVED - LIGHT - SOJU - LOW

CALORIES - COCKTAILS - THE BEST

NO - NATION - WILL - BIND - US YES

ILLEGALLY - WITH - THEIR - LAWS

'IMMUNITY - OF - CITIZENS' - USA

SO - WE - DON'T - NEED - FLORIDA

MALLS - SKIPING - DOLPHIN - MALL

NEXT - 2 - MIAMI's - IKEA - JUST YES

DOING - THEM - NEVER - RETURN'G

2 - AVENTURA - MALL - BECAUSE IT

IS BODY - LOITERING AS HOMELESS

JESUS - IS - LORD

2023 - YEAR - OF - THE - MAXIMUM

ALL - LEVELS - ATTAINABLE - NICE

DR JERRY SAVELLE

[pinksoultyphoon]

Price: Show Price (as of [price_update_date] - Details) Bestselling author and worst-drawing artist Ben Orlin expands his oeuvre with this interactive collection of mathematical games. With 70-plus games, each taking a minute to learn and a lifetime to master, this treasure trove will delight, educate, and entertain. From beloved math popularizer Ben Orlin comes a masterfully compiled collection of dozens of playable mathematical games.This ultimate game chest draws on mathematical curios, childhood classics, and soon-to-be classics, each hand-chosen to be (1) fun, (2) thought-provoking, and (3) easy to play. With just paper, pens, and the occasional handful of coins, you and a partner can enjoy hours of fun—and hours of challenge. Orlin’s sly humor, expansive knowledge, and so-bad-they’re-good drawings show us how simple rules summon our best thinking. Games include: Ultimate Tic-Tac-ToeSproutsBattleshipQuantum Go FishDots and BoxesBlack HoleOrder and ChaosSequenciumPaper BoxingPropheciesArpeggiosBankerFrancoprussian LabyrinthCats and DogsAnd many more. From the Publisher Publisher ‏ : ‎ Black Dog & Leventhal (April 5, 2022) Language ‏ : ‎ English Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 368 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0762499869 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0762499861 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.09 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 1.45 x 11.55 inches

[jimgandolfini]

I watched the Donald Rumsfeld doc on Netflix then binged a whole lot of doc/news reports on Iraq/gitmo and like... I was only 5-13y/o when 43 was president but like I distinctly remember the feel of “”Bush’s America”” like....the vibes were..not well in a way, much like the President, I cannot put into words....

[keewriting]

Cove x MC - One Shot #1

[Read on google docs to insert your MC's name]

The crescendo of rain hitting your window woke you from a peaceful slumber. It didn’t often rain this hard in Sunset Bird, especially not during the summer. You felt a pang of disappointment that your typical summer pastimes were not viable on a day like this.

You rolled groggily out of bed and sighed, wondering what Cove thought of the unfortunate weather situation. Knowing him, he’d be even more bummed than you — then it hit you! The list!

You scrambled over to your messy desk and opened the biggest drawer, which you affectionately called the “junk drawer.” This was the home to everything of value that didn’t have a specific place in your room. The actual value of the items in the junk drawer was pretty questionable. From old gaming devices and batteries, to loose papers that could maybe be useful someday.

With everything shoved out of the way, you uncovered the beacon of hope for this gloomy day. A small spiral notebook with a shiny turquoise cover, speckled in tiny yellow stars. You and Cove started using this notebook on rainy days for games of hangman and tic-tac-toe. There were years of games in this notebook, nearly every page filled with games and doodles.

You sighed wistfully as you turned the pages and reminisced about each game. Your first ever hangman game with Cove occurred on a particularly hot day. Yet, playing paper-based games became a rainy day tradition for you two. You went out and bought a special notebook just to keep them all in one place.

During your first hangman game with Cove, he settled on the phrase "you are cute." You couldn’t decide if that was the most Cove-like thing he’d done or if it was boldly uncharacteristic. You blushed at the memory and smiled gently.

Remembering your mission, you snapped out of the Cove-induced trance. You began flipping pages faster until you landed on one containing a list. On the last rainy day you and Cove suffered through, he had the idea to make a list of things you two could do to pass the time. It seemed he could only handle so many games of hangman and tic-tac-toe.

You each took turns writing something you would want to do on a rainy day. There were even corresponding doodles scattered on the page to illustrate each activity. The stark difference between your handwriting compared to Cove’s stood out to you today. His was relatively neat compared to your chicken scratch.

Rather than continuing to dwell on your poor penmanship, you looked closer at the items on the list. There were a total of 14 entries. You skimmed past each one with a focused scowl on your face until you landed on number 12: ear piercing. This was one of your suggestions, and one that didn’t come easily. You went back and forth in your head before writing this one. Considering how you would ask your moms for permission, what other people would think, and how Cove would feel about it. At the time of writing it down Cove seemed on board, for you at least. He was apprehensive about getting one himself, preferring to avoid the conversation with his dad.

A sly smile formed across your face. You decided that at 13 you were old enough to take control of your own body, regardless of what your moms would think. You emphatically shut the notebook and hopped up from the desk chair that you had slumped into earlier.

With a newfound energy you began quickly getting ready. You pulled on jeans and a t-shirt and rummaged through your closet, looking for your yellow raincoat and rainboots. As cliche as they were, you quite enjoyed the look. You could really use the brightness on such a cloudy day. You remembered to shove the small notebook in your back pocket.

You bounded down the stairs and out the door, calling out your goodbyes to whoever was still in the house. You paused under the awning to pull your hood over your head before walking carefully across to Cove’s house. The rain was still coming down hard and the street was slick with rain. With how clumsy you were you couldn’t afford to rush over and slip on a puddle.

Once you reached the Holden’s door you removed your hood and knocked confidently. Mr. Holden appeared momentarily to open the door, his face lit up when he saw you standing there.

Mr. Holden: Y/N! Hey, buddy. How are ya? Come on in!

You stepped inside with a smile and began wiping your feet vigorously on the door mat.

Y/N: Good morning, Mr. Holden. Is Cove around?

Mr. Holden: Sure is, he's surely tucked up in his room still. Why don’t you leave your boots and coat here and you can go wake him up.

You grinned at the thought as you pulled your coat off to give it to Mr. Holden. You slipped off your boots and thanked him as you tip-toed over to Cove’s bedroom door. You considered your options, truly unsure of what he could be up to behind closed doors. After some quick deliberation, you opted for loudly barging in while singing his name.

Without another moment of hesitation, you turned the knob and in a sing-songy voice, called out to him

Y/N: CoooOOoooove, rise and shine!

Cove’s sleepy figure stirred gently at the sound of your voice. He blinked open his eyes slowly and rubbed his hands through his seafoam green locks as you stood over him beaming. Finally, he uttered his first words of the day.

Cove: Y/N? What are you doing here so early?

You chuckled and sat down on the edge of the bed, close enough to make Cove blush and start to sit up.

Y/N: Do you hear that? Outside?

Cove paused for a second before looking past you out his window. His expression dropped and he groaned.

Cove: Rain…

You scooted closer and crouched so your faces were level. You smiled deviously and noted how his eyes widened and his cheeks reddened.

Y/N: Cove, today we will fulfil our destiny.

Before he could utter a word, you shifted to retrieve the crumpled notebook from your back pocket. Cove slid up more, clearly intrigued. You turned to the right page and faced it towards Cove while pointing decidedly to number 10.

Cove: Ear piercing… oh yeah! You want to do that one today?

You nodded enthusiastically, hoping Cove would still be on board for this idea. You knew it was a one-sided activity, but you could use his support since it would be your first piercing.

Cove: The mall has a piercing booth, right? Or did you have somewhere else in mind?

Y/N: The mall is exactly what I had in mind!

Cove: Cool. So, how are we getting there?

For the first time since early morning, you felt defeated. Your shoulders slumped and you looked down at your hands. At 13, you might be old enough to get a needle through your ear, but you still couldn’t operate a vehicle. The mall was also too far to walk to, you remembered the time Kyra drove you all to the mall for a visit. Noticing how down you became, Cove spoke.

Cove: I could… ask my dad to drive us there. He isn’t working today. I’m sure he’d say yes.

You instantly perked up and turned to Cove with an open-mouthed smile.

Y/N: Really? Really. Really? Would you?

Cove chuckled and nodded. You wrapped around him with a tight hug the instant his head jerked upward. Your face planted on his chest. You exhaled loudly as you listened to his rushed heartbeat. After you pulled away, Cove got up and smiled nervously, flustered and ready to get the day going. You sat patiently on the bed while Cove got ready and asked his dad about driving you both to the mall.

Once he returned to his bedroom, he wordlessly flashed you a smile and thumbs-up combo. You followed him out to the front door where his dad was waiting with your coat. You accepted the coat and slipped on your boots. Cove had no rain protection, but you decided to stay quiet, knowing he preferred minimal layers.

You all headed out the door into Mr. Holden’s car. Cove sat in the backseat with you even though he typically preferred to ride shotgun. You felt special that he would rather keep you company. A startling question from Mr. Holden interrupted your pleasant thoughts.

Mr. Holden: I hear you plan on getting an ear piercing today, Y/N. Is that right?

Your mouth fell agape and you looked over to Cove, who upon noticing your expression became concerned. You realized you didn’t tell Cove about your plans to keep the ear piercing a secret from your moms. Now that Mr. Holden knew, it was almost certain he would casually bring it up to your moms. Not willing to reveal your sneaky plans, you spoke confidently.

Y/N: Yep! I’ve been wanting one for a while.

Mr. Holden: Hey, that’s great. I bet it’ll look really cool.

You looked over at Cove and smiled at him, hoping to relieve any confusion or concern. He returned the smile, but still appeared deep in thought. The rest of the car ride was uneventful. Mr. Holden dropped the two of you off and notified you of his return in 3 hours.

As soon as you were alone, standing at the entrance of the mall, Cove turned to you with his arms crossed over his chest. You looked up at him sheepishly and noticed his shrewd expression.

Cove: What was that about? That face? Should I not have told dad about the piercing?

Cove’s perceptiveness toward all your quirks was a blessing and a curse. The smallest look on your face could be a dead giveaway to him. You knew he would feel guilty for ruining your plan, but there was no point in trying to hide it from him.

Y/N: I didn’t get permission from my moms to get a piercing.

His eyes widened as his arms dropped to his sides.

Cove: Oh my God, I didn’t realize. I’m really sorry. Are you going to be in a lot of trouble? I don’t want you grounded all summer. We won’t be able to hang out as much. Maybe we should get smoothies and tell everyone it was a joke—

You cut off his rambling, not wanting him to tire himself out so early. Although you appreciated his concern, especially regarding your ability to spend time together.

Y/N: It’s okay, Cove. Really. I totally forgot to mention it when I told you this morning because I was so excited. They would have to find out somehow, right?

Cove: I guess. Can I make it up to you, though? I’ll buy you a smoothie anyway.

Y/N: Well, I could never say no to a smoothie from Cove Holden.

You smiled at each other and continued into the mall. You walked with purpose toward the piercing booth. Your stomach was turning with eagerness and nerves. Cove’s long strides matched perfectly with your short but quick paces. He looked at you with a comforting smile as you closed in on the booth.

The piercer at the booth was an older teen with an assortment of piercings on their own face and ears. They chewed gum loudly as they took down your information and set you up on the cold, hard piercing chair. While they put on gloves and prepared the tools, Cove inched closer to stand next to you.

Cove: How are you feeling?

Y/N: Nervous, excited... very rebellious.

Cove hummed in acknowledgment. You felt his hand brush the hair behind your ear. He gently pinched the now exposed top of your ear. You felt goosebumps travel across your skin at the touch.

Cove: This is where you want it, right? What was it called again… a helix?

You felt your face get hot, pleased that he remembered, and surprised that he was so casually touching you. You managed a quiet “mhm” before the piercer sauntered over to you.

Piercer: Alright, kid. Where do you want it?

Cove shifted out of the way as you pointed to where he had touched. You explained to the piercer that you wanted a simple helix on your right ear. As the piercer was marking your ear, you looked at Cove with pleading eyes.

Y/N: Cove, can I hold your hand?

A distinct blush spread across his cheeks but he didn’t hesitate to position himself next to you on your left side. He offered you his hand and tried to smile reassuringly. You took it gratefully and practiced different levels of squeeze pressure. You didn’t want to accidentally hurt Cove. His hand was hot and familiarly comforting.

Piercer: Ready?

You looked straight ahead and tensed up. You felt your heart pounding in your throat, annoyed that you were so nervous about something you definitely wanted to do. You felt Cove’s eyes on you, a reassurance that he would always be there for you.

Y/N: Go for it.

The piercer lined up the needle and stuck it through your ear in one quick motion. The pain was sharp and quick. You winced and instinctively tightened your grip on Cove’s hand. He squeezed back gently and you could hear a slight sympathetic groan escape his throat. A throbbing soreness replaced the initial sharp pain. You sighed as the piercer removed the needle and inserted a simple silver hoop.

Cove: Y/N? Are you okay? How did it feel?

You looked up at Cove and met his concerned gaze. Without letting go of his hand, you offered a small smile.

Y/N: It definitely hurts. But having this helped wonders.

You lifted his hand and gestured to it with your eyes. His smile reflected a mixed sense of pride, embarrassment, and relief.

Cove: I’m glad… Here, let me get a better look at it.

With your hands still intertwined, he helped you hop off the piercing chair. You faced him and turned your head to the side so he could see the piercing.

Y/N: How does it look?

Cove smiled widely with eyes bright.

Cove: I like it. You look amazing, Y/N.

Although Cove instantly seemed to regret his phrasing, you felt thrilled. Knowing that Cove was into it made facing your moms later seem a little less daunting. You hoped he could be there to help back up your decision.

Y/N: Thank you, Cove. And thanks for being my stress ball.

Cove: Anytime. How about that smoothie I promised?

You bounced excitedly with a loud “Woo!” You finished the transaction with the piercer and listened to their spiel about piercing care. Soon you were off to the smoothie stand with Cove.

Y/N: Do you know what combo you’re going to get? Same as last time?

Cove hummed thoughtfully. You wondered if he was also remembering the time you stole a sip from his smoothie. He never ended up finishing it after that. You felt a pang of guilt and decided you would let him keep the smoothie to himself.

Cove: I think I’d like to mix it up. There were so many great options to choose from.

Y/N: Right?! I would love it if I could just add all of the fruit and berries. Make a super smoothie concoction.

Cove scrunched his face in exaggerated disgust. You chuckled at his reaction and gently nudged his arm. He nudged right back with a warm smile planted on his face.

You each placed your order with the smoothie attendant. Cove paid for both. You felt appreciative of the gesture, knowing he wanted to make you feel better about your foiled plan. His consideration for your feelings made you feel warm inside, even though you didn’t blame him at all for the mishap.

Cove picked up both smoothies and handed you your order with a smile. As you continued your walk through the mall, you took a long, deep sip and then exhaled loudly.

Y/N: That really hit the spot! Thanks, Cove.

Cove simply nodded as he continued to sip at his smoothie. For a second you thought his lips wouldn't move from the straw for the rest of the trip, not willing to risk losing a drop to your sneaky mouth. But then, he broke free and smiled with a wince.

Cove: Brain freeze.

You burst out laughing, relieved that he would actually be available to talk to you.

Y/N: I know a trick for getting rid of a brain freeze! Here, look at me.

Cove faced you quizzically. You opened wide, turned your face upward, and pressed your tongue up to the roof of your mouth. His gaze dropped to your mouth while his own mouth fell open. An obvious blush spread across his face and he nodded. You wondered if seeing the underside of your tongue was a little too scandalous for Cove. You closed your mouth into a cheeky smile.

Y/N: Try it. I promise it works.

Cove turned away from you and tried your trick with his mouth firmly shut. He sighed in relief and immediately took another sip of his smoothie. That earned another laugh from you. He smiled at you sweetly with a mouthful of smoothie.

The walk continued pleasantly for a few minutes. You laughed, and teased, and joked with each other comfortably. You both reminisced about the last mall trip you had with Lee and Derek, even though it was only a few weeks ago. Suddenly, Cove’s pace slowed and he came to a halt. When you turned back to look at him, his expression lost in thought. He absentmindedly picked at the side of the cup with his nails. You noticed tiny indentations marked across the styrofoam cup.

Y/N: Cove? Is everything alright?

Cove breathed out and walked towards you gently. He extended his smoothie towards your face. His face red and his eyes glued to the smoothie, refusing to meet your gaze.

Cove: Would you like to try mine? I think it’s delicious. I think you would like it.

Stunned, and a bit apprehensive, you thought deeply. You didn’t want Cove to miss out on the rest of his smoothie again. But this time he was offering. You wondered what changed, and hoped this wasn’t more piercing-related guilt.

Y/N: If you’re sure, I would love to. But promise me you’ll finish the rest.

Cove’s eyes snapped to yours and it was his turn to feel stunned. You never revealed to him that you knew he never finished the smoothie last time. He looked embarrassed, but you had to be sure he wouldn't throw it out again.

Cove: I— yeah. I’ll finish it.

That was good enough for you. You wrapped your lips around his straw and took a big sip. The flavor was different to yours, but still satisfying. You kept your eyes on Cove while you pulled away from his smoothie. He slowly raised the smoothie to his own mouth and took a quick sip, all while looking desperately to the side.

Y/N: Success!

Cove let out a nervous laugh, glad to have made that much progress. He was still blushing while you continued your trek. You wondered if his face would ever return to its normal color as long as that smoothie was in his hand.

You finally made it back to the entrance with Cove. His dad would be returning to pick you up in a few minutes, as promised. You both threw your empty smoothie cups into the nearby trash can. You looked out the glass doors and noticed the rain finally stopped falling. There might be a chance to enjoy the outdoors with Cove before it was time to face your moms.

You decided to wait outside. He stood next to you and sighed.

Cove: I’m sorry again.

Y/N: It’s okay, I couldn’t have asked for a better rainy day partner. Thanks for doing this with me.

You inched closer and smiled up at him. He grinned back, convinced that everything would be okay. You waited in a comfortable silence, satisfied with your own rebellious actions.

[seouliie]

bikini bottoms (m)

having a job as a lifeguard on the beach has you doing many things you’ve never done before. stopping fights between a 5 year old and a seagull, spending hours trying to dig a jeep out of a 4 foot hole some doofus had dug, and lastly, giving jung hoseok a blowjob.

(gif from weheartit)

GENRE: e2l, smut, lifeguard!au

WORDS: 2753

MEMBER: jung hoseok

WARNINGS: really only a blowjob, implied smut, possible part two, hoseok is a fuckboy, mention of sexual harassment, there’s banter in this and hoseok slaps yn’s ass, but it’s all playful!!

The wooden chair of the lifeguard tower creaks as you sit down, as if releasing a heavy sigh after a long night of no usage, now to be sat on at the fresh time of 10 am- the start of your work day. From above, the people now rolling in to the beach start appearing, encouraged by the sunny sky and beautiful weather to get on their swimsuits and hop in the clear water.

This was an everyday thing for you- and you loved it. The fresh air seemingly always in the atmosphere, tinted by the salty smell of the sea, the sun, the sand- everything. It was the perfect way to start your day, and the perfect day to end it. Your mornings could never go wrong at the beach.

From the corner of your eye, you can see the outline of a rather familiar figure making his way towards the lifeguard tower, a frown naturally forming onto to your lips.

Well, except for one thing.

Meet Jung Hoseok, the heartthrob of the beach. Not gonna lie, the only reason you haven't filed a complaint for him to get fired was because almost half of the people who come to the beach are teenagers who want a piece of him. Not just him- his dick. If he did evidently get fired, then less people would actually come, meaning less money for you. Yes, you have thought this through before. And you prefer money.

"______!"

You sigh, not wanting to interact with this sex machine at least until you've had your third cup of coffee. Lazily, you respond: "Yes, Hoseok?"

He smiles when you make eye contact with him, his gaze pure and playful. "You left your shoes at the shed! I wanted to bring them to you!" A hand covers his eyes from the rays of the sun, and he lifts his other hand to reveal your pair of dark blue flip-flops hanging off his middle finger.

"I know, Hoseok," you reply. "I leave them on purpose. I don't like the feeling of shoes on a beach." You rake a hand through your hair, your strands getting blown into your eyes from the slight wind.

"Well, I brought them, so you might as well wear it." He smirks as he waves the shoes around mockingly. From afar, the sound of a baseline is audible, hinting that the car of the boy-crazy girls have arrived.

You scoff. "Just throw them up or something. Don't you know how? Weren't you captain of your basketball team?"

Hoseok laughs, a sound that- for some reason- causes your stomach to flurry. "First of all, I was not captain and I barely played since the coach despised me. Secondly, I will not throw these up, and you will come down to get them."

High-pitched laughter rings through your ears, causing your mood to already turn negative. You roll your eyes. "Don't you have some girls to fuck? I can practically hear them calling your name already in their squeaky ass voices like some fourth graders."

At this, the raven haired boy pouts, slight wind brushing his bangs into his eyes. "Come on, I'm trying to be nice, princess."

You bit your lip. The sun was pretty hot today, the wood burning up below your feet. Maybe you should put some comfort between your skin the the fiery hot chair. "Alright fine." You stand up and turn around, going down the ladder one foot at a time.

Little did you know, Hoseok was not focused at all on giving your shoes back. After he saw you climbing down the little wooden stubs, his eyes were trained on your ass, naturally pushed out each step. Once stepping onto the grainy smooth sand, you swiftly grab your shoes from his hand, pulling him out of his trance.

You bend down to slide the soft material onto your feet and shake your head. "God, making me do all this extra work for nothing-"

A hard smack to your ass cuts you off mid-sentence. Jung fucking Hoseok. Almost breaking your neck from looking up so fast, you notice that the human incarnated form of aggravation is not in front of you like he was a second ago. He's halfway up the ladder.

"Hoseok!" You cry, shocked by how he slapped your ass and how he climbed the goddamn thing so fast. "The hell are you doing?"

"Getting away from those girls." He says as he reaches for another slab of woob. "Jesus, you fuck them once, and they get all attached."

The group of girls have already set up their towel on the pale sand, one of them already oiling themselves up. He fucked them all? Like.. at once or all tog- You huff a breath of air. You are not going to be thinking about that right now.

"Not all at once, of course," He calls out, which makes you wonder if you were thinking out loud. "Although it definitely wasn't individual." Hoseok talks with a sly tone, raising a brow at you.

Looking back at the girls, you see them talking amongst themselves. However, they are all turning their heads, looking for one thing- the thing that's sitting at the top of the lifeguard tower.

Realization hits you like a truck. "Jung Hoseok, you are not leaving me with those maniacs."

He snorts, raking a hand through his hair. "Yes you are! I got you your shoes, do me this favor."

You could not believe the audacity of this man. He practically forced you to take the shoes, and now as a 'favor' you had to deal with those hoes who you only wish would get a grip of self worth so they stop chasing after that man? What a great way to start your day.

"Oh my fucking God." Anger is flowing through your veins, taking over your thoughts and actions, and you no longer can feel your sanity. "This is not a fucking favor, this is you manipulating me for you sake, so fuck you slutty bitch!"

The sand is wet and warm as you roll it into a ball, turning around and chucking it at Hoseok’s head. You barely miss his slim face and hit his neck, but still doing damage by getting stuck to his skin. "That's for slapping my ass, asshole."

You miss the way he eyes your leaving figure up and down after wiping the sand off his neck. Oh, he just loved messing with you.

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Swimsuits are tight. They curve around one's body perfectly, almost painfully, used for swimming or other water activities. They're actually pretty comfortable, if you do say so yourself, and you take pride in knowing the way your body looks in the bright red one piece of the lifeguard apparel.

But wet swimsuits are a whole 'nother story. Wet swimsuits are the devil themselves. They're sticky and distressing and tight, feeling like hell in spandex form suffocating your body and not letting you get the blood you need. Not to mention they take almost an hour to take off.

"God, can't I just take it off?" You whisper to no one in particular. The pad of your thumb scrolls through Instagram, images of other people's picture-perfect lives on view to the world. Feeling itchy, you continuously adjust your swimsuit, trying to find some relief for the discomfort you currently felt.

Sounds from the door break the much appreciated silent atmosphere you were miraculously blessed with, of course broken by the one and only  Jung Hoseok. "Help me," he quickly says, slamming the door of the hut shut. There's still some sand stuck on his bare upper chest from where you've hit him.

You scoff and look back down to your screen. "Help yourself, Jung. You've clearly been doing that the whole day, anyways." You squeeze your eyes shut as memories from earlier in the day came rushing at you.

The girls approached you right after you walked away from throwing the sand at Hoseok, ignoring the way he screamed your name repetitively. Not only did they waste your time by asking you where Hoseok was, but once you wouldn't let them go up the lifeguard tower, it got into a heated argument and one girl had the audacity to throw you into the fucking water.

She was strong, not gonna lie, but over what? A simple fuck? From the man who probably has a little tic-tac anyways? Oh, how you went off on them.

"They, uh-" Hoseok's voice slightly cracks, and he's talking in a slight panicked way, fast and mumbled. "They sort of attacked me- harassed me."

You look up. "They harassed you? You mean like... harassed harassed or harassed harassed?" He just blinks and shyly points to his trunks.

"Harassed harassed." Your eyes trail down, and the little bulge in Hoseok's pants momentarily shocks you.

"Holy shit, Hoseok."

Eyes wide, he nods. "I know. They fucking went after me once I got down the tower, so I ran here as fast as I could." When his breathing begins to slow, Hoseok moves to stand next to the big wooden table in the center of the room. "God, crazy bitches."

"And you got turned on from that?"

Not from them, he thinks to himself. But he wasn't about to let you know that he was already having his senses heightened after he saw your wet figure in the water.

"Well not exactly. It's kind of, just, you know," he sighs in defeat and shakes his bangs.

"And you want me to help... how?"

Hoseok stares at you, saying nothing. And you realize it.

"No, Hoseok, no way." You click your phone off and set it on the armrest of the wooden chair. "I'm not gonna sleep with you."

He lets out a frustrated groan. "I'm not asking you to sleep with me, just help me deal with this!" His hair comes out slightly ruffled after he rakes his hand through it. "I can't walk around with a fucking tent in my shorts around everybody. There's children!"

It takes all your self control and dignity to not look down at his crotch once again, for the outline is becoming more and more visible as the seconds roll on. And you've got to admit, he doesn't look as small as you thought. "Why should I do that? You've basically ruined my whole day by tricking me into getting down from the tower so I had to deal with those psychos. Not to mention, you slapped my ass and one of them threw me in the goddamn water!"

"Okay, well," Hoseok tries to counter argue. "You... threw sand at me." He knew he wasn't convincing anyone with that. "Please ________ just help me. I swear I'll make it up to you."

You think. You actually think about it. Blame it on the fact that the Jung Hoseok is practically begging you for it. An amused idea runs through your mind as you think of all the things you could make Hoseok do for you, all the embarrassment that would come with it, all the revenge you would finally get. Without saying anything, you make eye contact with his desperate form and stand up, walking towards him. His eyes widen.

"Woah, you're actually gonna-"

"Stop talking." You turn the both of you around and push him onto the chair, kneeling down in front of him. Hoseok is so stunned he doesn't even realize he bumped your phone off the armrest and onto the sandy floor. His breath gets stuck in his throat at the sight of you on your knees, ready to take him in your mouth. You run both of your hands up his thighs before slowly outlining his cock lightly with your fingertips.

"Jesus Christ," he breaks underneath your touch. He couldn't believe he was gonna get sucked off by you, the girl who's hated him since they first met. It was unbelievably hot. He sucks in a harsh breath when you squeeze his clothed dick. "Please don't fucking tease me, ______"

His length hardens in your hand when you begin to sensually rub your palm against it. You would be lying if you said that you weren't even the slightest bit turned on. "Patience, Hoseok," you grin. "God, you're so desperate for me, huh?"

A whimper. Jung Hoseok fucking whimpers.

Dominant, cocky Hoseok, just whimpered. For you. And it went straight to your core.

Rubbing your thighs together, you opt for some relief from the tingling you felt. Hoping to distract yourself, you toy with the waistband of his swim trunks for a few seconds before finally pulling them down his thighs.

It was much different than you would've ever imagined. In the past whenever you thought about his dick, which was rarely ever, you obviously knew he was packing some size considering the amount of times he slept around. However, seeing it in person has outdid all of your previous expectations. His dripping cock had length to it, but the thickness was shocking. It was unbelievably thick.

"Fuck," you whisper. You wrap your hand around the base of his cock, your fingertips barely able to touch each other. You give it a light squeeze before slowly sliding up.

Hoseok is watching your every move, his hands forming fists by his side to keep him from thrusting himself into your grip. "_____- shit." He leans his head back, clenching his jaw as you spread his precum around his length, making sure to coat every spot with his juice. The sight of his throat bobbing up and down makes your eyes flutter. God, why is he so hot right now.

"Your so naughty, Hoseok." You lightly trail your tongue up his cock, keeping your eyes on him the whole way up. Wrapping your lips around the head, Hoseok whimpers once again when you begin to suck on the swollen tip. He can't hold back anymore and snakes his hand into your hair, pulling at the roots while letting out deep groans.

When you take all of him in one go, he slowly pushes down on your head so that his tip meets the back of your throat. The sound of you quietly gagging sends him into overdrive, his body shaking from the pleasure. You grasp at his thighs, clawing your nails into his skin. "______, please please please, fuck."

Remembering a tip your friend once gave you, you hollow your cheeks and suck, continuously bobbing your head up and down. Obviously, your friend knows what she's doing, basing off of the way Hoseok lets out a loud vocal moan and thrusts wildly into your mouth. You've never seen him like this- so unhinged and in a way almost pathetically desperate. It was turning you on beyond belief.

He's close and it's obvious, sweat dripping down the side of neck, letting out a string of curses and swears as he gets closer to his high.

"Fuck, _____ don't stop, p-please don't stop." His voice sends a rush of warmth to your core, and his other hand releases the grip on the armrest to join the other in pulling your hair. Both of his hands are grabbing at your head, and you move even faster, giving his throbbing cock a couple swirls with your tongue until finally he's squeezing his eyes shut and releasing his seed into your mouth. The warmth in your throat seems to never end, akin to the strings of moans Hoseok lets out. After swallowing, you release his cock with a pop and wipe his cum off of your chin with the back of your hand.

Hoseok tilts his head back and keeps his hands in your hair, wanting to pause for a while for him to catch his breath. "Goddamn, ______." He lets out a breathless laugh.

You smile breathlessly and rub your hands up to his abs, tracing the outline lightly with your fingertips. His eyes darken again as they watch your lips swollen red and with his cum dripping down the sides. He forces himself to loosen his grip on your hair and slowly pulls his hands back.

You grab it before he can fully retreat. He looks at you, confused. A soft laugh escapes your lips.

"You still owe me a favor, shit head.”

[sbnkalny]

*drops tic tacs on the floor* oh no *bends over seductively* oh no my tic tacs theyre everywhere oh no fuck

[2021fuckitup]

“ WE GET HIGH WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM OUR FRIENDS”

Helpful hints for newborn to old fuckers...

Why A Torch Lighter Is Ideal:-Your product liquifies, then smokes, almost instantly

-It is MUCH easier to control the direction the meth flows, as well as what is receiving heat

-You can get MUCH bigger hits

-You can avoid burning it so much easier than with other flames

-No flickering flame

-Butane refills are cheap as fucking shit (I got a hairspray-sized bottle of Zippo butane for the price of 2 disposable lighters)

-Don’t burn your thumb as much

-Sessions can be initiated and/or finished faster

Downsides-If you don’t pay attention, you can burn the shit out of your product, or yourself. BE CAREFUL, PAY ATTENTION, AND BE PATIENT

-Smoke through your stash quicker

-Possibly worse burns because its hotter than a bic

How to smoke meth with torch lighter for beginners:

1)First ensure that your pipe is clean.

Why?

For the ice to smoke properly. DO NOT load fresh product in a pipe with product that has been smoked, burned, or otherwise heated. If you load fresh on top of a still smokable bowl, the new and old will melt/smoke at different speeds/temperatures (can’t remember which is which right now, but I think old smokes faster), ensuing that it is very difficult to evenly heat the product. Then you get spots where part of the crystalized mass liquifies and will move with the flame, but some of it needs more heat, and for me at least, some always gets burned or darkened, and has a bad taste. If you load fresh product in a pipe with burnt shit in there, IT WILL TASTE LIKE SHIT. It will often also not melt/smoke right, AND your new stuff will taste like burnt stuff, which is THE WORST taste in the world (IM0). (FYI-I’ve heard that blowing cigarette smoke through a oil pipe (like you were going to hit it, but exhaling smoke through it instead) removes the taste. I have tried with pot smoke and it didn’t work, but have read many people say that cigarettes work.

How to Clean the Inside of A Pipe-If it is not clean, a very easy method is to fill a microwavable container (like a coffee mug) with 50% water, 50% bleach, and put the pipe (bowl facing downwards) in the water.

-Put it in the microwave for 4 minutes (yes, seriously that long-I tried after 1, 2, and 3 minutes and it didn’t work. May even take 5.)

-Let cool. Once cooled, remove from mug and drain all water.

-Using Q-tips, insert through carb hole and “mop up” the stuff left in the bowl. This may take several qtips depending on the bowl. If there is still black/brown stuff in the bowl, apply more pressure

(be careful not to break the bowl by pressing the q tip too hard on the sphere, OR accidentally pressing on the side of the carb when trying to reach around inside with q tip.) If there is still stuff in there, I have read that small bits of Magic Eraser stuffed in, and manipulated with a pole (like a q tip) work wonders, but also have not tried.

How to Clean the Outside of a PiPE

-Using a wet rag, or balled-up wet paper towels/toilet paper/napkins/etc, rub the outside of the bowl. This should cause the stuff on the outside to transfer onto the paper.

-If this doesn’t work, steel wool may work.

Handling/Prepping Product

-Dont handle meth by hand. It’s bad for your skin, and little amounts will dissolve. Instead, use:

Ideally: a 7/11 straw (this is a straw whose last inch or so is a scoop, sometimes used for slurpees or w/e those frozen drinks are; these straws I have found to be ideal for handling all sorts of drugs).

Realistically: Normal Straw: Straw been sealed on one end (tape, seal it with flame), and on the other has a 45 degree angle (45 degree is diagonal; if you cut a square in half diagonally, the diagonal line is 45). This allows you to scoop small fragments out of a bag, tin, or other carrying device easily, as the angled mouth scoops up crumbs, especially in corners of bags; while the sealed back prevents any from accidentally spilling.

Size/Shape

-Make sure your product is all of the same consistency. I find it best to use one crystal, preferably large (but not to large). I find the size of a tic tac, or slightly larger, to be ideal. Also, cubic or rectangular is best possible shape IME. I will often break long, skinny crystals because they dont burn as well as more square ones, and broken into small squares, they will smoke more evenly.

-While you can load bigger crystals with smaller bits/shake, I generally find it is best to load similar sized rocks. That is, load all shake, load two or three crystals of equal size, or put one crystal in there (usually a big one).

-If you need to break a crystal into smaller bits to make equal sized crystals (or to make odd shaped crystal more square), place a sanitary, nonabsorbent material on top of/around the crystal (no dollars bills here, printer paper works great.) and either snap it in two, or push against a surface. If pressing, you can use a finger, debit card, whatever, just slowly apply more pressure so you can crush to consistency of your liking. If you crush it all the way, you have shake(aka powder).

Differences Between Methods

Single Crystal (often large): Crystal will slowly lose mass as it melts, evenly becoming a pool (as long as you thoroughly spread it around the bowl).

Multiple Little Ones: If you evenly heat them: Will slowly melt into each other. Will be left with a very spread-out puddle, possibly multiple spread out ones.

If unevenly heated: There will be areas meth of varying thickness, accompanied by uneven melting and probable darkening/burning,.

Shake: Will liquify very quickly; little bits that haven’t yet been heated may go to weird parts of the bowl when you begin twisting, so you end up with tiny blotches and a single large or a few smaller puddles.

Loading Product

-Using straw, scoop your product into the chamber. Keeping upright, grab oil pipe and tilt at an angle so that the carb is pointing sideways, or angled down slightly. This will allow you to insert straw opening into carb before tipping the straw, ensuring you don’t miss the hole and lose any.

-Once inserted, twist pipe (while holding onto straw of course) until carb is once again pointing up. Tap straw to get all the little bits into the pipe (if meth is still sticking, use a scraper of some kind).

-Remove straw, and put pipe on level surface, BETWEEN TWO OBJECTS. THE PIPE WILL ROLL PEOPLE, AND WILL SPILL ALL YOUR GODDAMN PRODUCT AND/OR FALL ON THE FLOOR AND BREAK. UGH!

Now that you have a loaded pipe, ensure that you are ready to begin. Suggestions include

-Water

(lots of it!!) Both meth and smoking dehydrate you, and the more dehydrated you are, the more you will suffer from dental damage and brain damage (neurotoxicity). A large amount of methamphetamine neurotoxicity (and most dopamine toxicity) is temperature-dependent, as it often induces hyperthermia (This is similar to MDMA, aka XTC, Molly, rolls, etc). Water cools your body.

You should be urinating with irritating frequency, and should be voiding clear urine, otherwise you are already dehydrated (unless taking assloads of vitamins or something).

-Music

I can’t even describe how much music enhances the experience of smoking meth. It synergizes well-the meth makes the music sound insane, and in turn the music intensifies the high, making me feel even more intelligent/strong/attractive/cool/special. This is the part of the high I crave, and it rarely occurs (at least with the intensity I like) without music.

-Spare lighter/butane refill

When smoking meth, you are always running out of fuel. The spare lighter is also useful because lighters get really hot when ignited for long periods of time (like when smoking meth) and you can swap them out.

-Wet (but not sopping) rag or bundled tissues/paper towels/toilet paper/etc

This is to set the pipe on when not using it (a hot pipe will burn fabrics, fucking up whatever its on as well as the pipe), and to cool down the pipe after a hit. The pipe stays hot for a while, and if you don’t hit it, drugs are being lost/wasted. If you cool the pipe, it will stop heating the drugs faster (duh). Do not do this immediately after getting the pipe really hot-heat and cold on glass can break it. Wait for it to cool slightly, then use it.

When you use the rag to cool underneath liquified dope, it will emit a lot of smoke while crystalizing I read somewhere that the meth actually vaporizes/produces smoke when it hits cooler surface, but I don’t know the validity of that. I do know that cold makes it smoke more though.

-Salt Water

Swishing and gargling salt water while smoking meth (ie after a hit, and definitely after a session) will help prevent canker sores, help kill bacteria (which will inhibit meth mouth) clear mucus in back of throat (which will build up from smoking ice, and may possibly absorb some of it), and prevent sore throat. Its really easy-just add table salt to water (not too much). Some people say to use hot water, but there is more bacteria in hot water pipes, so I use cold.

-Biotene Products

These are oral healthcare products designed to combat dry mouth. There is an oral gel that you kind of spread in your mouth and coats it to act like a artificial saliva. It tastes kinda bad (not awful) and feels weird, but it beats dry/cracking skin, and is good for oral health. They also make alcohol-free (alcohol makes dry mouth worse) mouthwash that I find makes me produce a bnch of saliva for like 10-30 minutes, which can be helpful. They have toothpaste, but that is only to not irritate dry mouth. Finally, they have oral mouthspray, which is apparently the best, but I have not tried yet.

-Weed

Weed makes meth smoking more fun I find. Its hard to describe. Go slow as you may have negative anxiety reaction

Positioning:

The pipe will need to be twisted back and forth, so for me, I hold it in the middle of the stem between my middle finger and thumb. This allows me to easily roll the pipe back and forth. The carb is facing the sky/ceiling, and I have the pipe slanted, so the bowl is slightly closer to the floor than the mouthpiece. This allows me to put my index finger over the mouthpiece. so that when I first heat up the bowl all the initial smoke (that you will not yet inhale because it is not super thick and you want to build up a good hit) goes up the stem and is trapped by my finger rather than out through the little carb hole (which it will do when the stem is filled with smoke). Finally, it also allows me to use my pinky to cover the carb (I rarely do this because often the carb is hot).

Lighter

[Torch] Lighter is held in the other hand, underneath the dope in the bowl. Adjust your flame to lowest setting (if you can). While initially hitting the bowl, since your mouth is not on the mouthpiece, you can hold the pipe in front of you while you heat to gaug distance between flame and bowl, and make sure the flame is under the drugs. However, once you begin inhaling, you have a much worse view (through the bowl), and it is easy to hold the lighter too close (or far, but usually close), or to have it not even under the bowl. Due to poor depth perception (which I assume is from the drugs), or some visual warping from the curvature of the glass, its really easy to do this, and happens a lot. A mirror is helpful so you can see yourself. Another option is attaching flexible tubing (like aquarium tubing) to the mouthpiece so you can inhale through that while holding the pipe in front of you. This will also enable you to make meth bongs (search it).

Philosophy of Smoking Meth

Meth becomes a clear liquid when heated, then vaporizes into a white smoke. The idea is to heat whatever you placei n the pipe evenly so that it all melts down to liquid, then, by twisting the pipe, spread the liquid all around the bowl, so that it doesn’t stay in a hot place for too long and burn. Once liquified, the pipe can be twisted. This allows you to put your flame ahead of the liquid (think of the liquid chasing the flame), so that once the glass is heated, it will fall/roll down the curve towards your lighter and smoke. As you get close carb, you begin to twist the other way, keeping the liquid following your flame. However, with a torch lighter, you can soon twist the pipe without the flame and the liquid will still run for a while, and when it doesn’t is when you reapply the flame.

Quick Info On Torch Lighters

Torch lighters are very hot, much hotter than bics. Their flame is much more intense, and the heat above is much hotter than a bic. Therefore, you must keep much more distance between your lighter and pipe than with a bic. It will vary according to lighter type, pipe thickness, and especially flame size; but my flame is maybe between 1/3 and ½ of an inch, and my lighter stays 1-3 inches away from the pipe; with me increasing distance the longer its lit.

-Also, you do not heat the bowl with a torch lighter for long periods of time like you do a bic. Once it begins to smoke, quit using the lighter, and only reapply once the liquid quits moving when you twist the pipe. Also, be sure to twist pipe while lighting the whole time with a torch lighter, even if it is slowly. You cannot really get away with heating in one spot for a short period of time like you can with a bic.

Smoking

Premelt:

-Keeping your flame 1-2 inches below the bowl, roll flame in a circle around the perimeter of your product, so the outermost portion begins to liquify. Remember to continue moving the flame.

-As it begins to liquify, begin twisting the pipe back and forth. You want to heat the edges of the product and then the glass adjacent to the edges to make it flow there. However, when reversing the direction of the twist, make sure to heat the inside/middle for a moment as well so that it will melt once the dope bordering it has melted.

-Eventually you will have a puddle of liquid that is mobile-stop heating! COntinue to twist the pipe to spread the stuff around and wait for it to recrystalize (turn back into a liquid). You can speed this up by touching pipe with damp rag/paper towels/etc, but I like to let it cool by itself the first time. Wait for the pipe to cool down-its worth it.

Smoking

(this is assuming you are covering the mouthpiece and have the pipe angled like I mentioned in positioning)

-Now you should have a thin puddle of clear crystals stuff. Once again, heat with flame around the perimeter (much bigger this time, but it will also melt faster now because its thinner). Once melted, it should soon begin to smoke. Cease lighting once it begins smoking a fair bit and continue to twist.

-Because you have your finger over the mouthpiece and the pipe angled, the hot vapor will travel up the stem, and be trapped. Once vapor begins to emerge out of the carb hole, quickly take your finger off the stem and begin inhaling (do this quick because the stem is filled with vapor).

To Inhale:

You do not need to actually suck most of the time. With the pipe angled, simply forming a seal on the mouthpiece is usually enough, and if you have to inhale, do not suck like smoking. Instead, inhale like you are breathing but VERY slowly/softly. It takes very little pressure and the bigger hit you get, the better IMO.

Reheating

Use the torch for very brief periods of time. Once the liquid is moving and smoking agian, stop. You can also use more, but never use less once its burned.

Finishing your hit:

If your lungs are full and it is still smoking, cover the carb and mouthpiece and continue twisting. I like to hold my hits for 4-8 seconds, some say blow out right away, but I dont like that. You can also use a damp rag or damp paper towels/toilet paper/napkins/etc and wipe the bowl, to cool it down and make the liquid recrystalize faster (dont do this when the bowl is still super hot because it can break it). This will make it smoke a lot for a second so I like to do it while inhaling.

For Experienced Users:I have found the torch lighter to be far superior to the bic. With the bic, I would experience uneven and slow heating/melting. Now, I have almost instantaneous liquification, followed by thick smoke, and as long as I use the torch sparingly, no darkening of product. The trick is to be patient and methodical:

-Use the torch 1-3 inches away from the bowl

-Move it quickly

-“Encourage” the liquid to trael all over the bowl by leading it with the flame

-Use inward swirling movements, especially during the melting phase

-I recommend using single, squareish crystals for this.