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Earlier this week, I shared a little reel: “10 Things I’m Letting Go of This Summer”—and your responses made me realise just how many of us are craving a different kind of season. One with less pressure. Less guilt. Less doing. So I turned those thoughts into a blog post—one I’ve been writing quietly behind the scenes. And it’s live now. “10 Things I’m Letting Go of This Summer (So I Can Actually Enjoy It)” is for anyone who’s tired of the noise, the expectations, the Instagram-perfect summer that never quite matches real life. It’s for anyone who just wants to sit in the sun, eat a sandwich with sandy hands, and call that enough. I’m letting go of the pressure to make every meal Pinterest-worthy. I’m stepping back from the trap of comparison. I’m reminding myself (again and again) that rest doesn’t need to be earned. You can read the full blog post now—link in stories and link in bio. I’d love to know: What’s one thing you’re letting go of this summer? Is it the pressure to say yes to every invite? The scrolling? The spotless house? Tell me below—I’ll be reading every single one. And what’s your take on summer online? Do you feel the pressure to make it “count”? Or are you, like me, just trying to catch your breath between the busy? Let’s talk. Let’s be honest. Let’s slow down—together. #LettingGoThisSummer #SlowSummerLiving #IntentionalSummer #SimpleSummerJoys #RealLifeSummer #SlowLivingMama #DownToEarthSummer #EmbracingSlow #SummerWithoutPressure #MindfulMotherhood #SlowAndSeasonal #LessButBetter #EverydayMoments #MessyBeautifulSummer #PeaceOverPerfection #ThisIsSlowLiving #CalmSummerDays #RealOverPerfect #HonestMotherhood #UnfilteredLife #OrdinaryMagic (This blog post includes affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you—if you choose to buy through them. Thank you for supporting my writing!)

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The Evolution and Benefits of Reading Week Break at School

Shaina Tranquilino

February 17, 2024

In the midst of a bustling academic year, students often find themselves overwhelmed with coursework, deadlines, and extracurricular commitments. However, there is a beacon of respite that comes in the form of reading week break. This cherished period has become an integral part of many educational institutions worldwide. In this blog post, we will delve into the origins of reading week break and explore the numerous advantages it offers to both students and educators.

The Origins: Reading week break did not always exist; its introduction evolved over time as educators recognized the need for a designated period dedicated solely to rejuvenation and self-reflection. Universities began experimenting with breaks during the academic calendar by incorporating mini-vacations or study periods in their schedules.

The first official "reading week" was introduced in 1962 at City College (now City University of New York) as an alternative to traditional spring vacations. It aimed to provide students an opportunity to catch up on coursework, review materials, and prepare for upcoming exams. Over time, other institutions followed suit, adopting similar breaks during various parts of the academic year.

Benefits for Students: 1. Academic Recharge: Reading week acts as a much-needed pause button amid hectic semesters, allowing students to recharge mentally and physically. It provides an ideal chance to focus on catching up with assignments, reviewing course material, or delving deeper into complex subjects without competing distractions.

2. Improved Time Management Skills: During reading week break, students have ample time to reflect upon their performance so far and strategize for upcoming challenges. They can identify areas where they may be falling behind and develop effective time management techniques to stay organized throughout the remainder of the semester.

3. Reduced Stress Levels: By offering a reprieve from constant academic pressure, reading week helps alleviate stress levels among students. A temporary hiatus from deadlines and exams fosters better mental health, allowing students to return to their studies with a renewed sense of enthusiasm and focus.

Benefits for Educators: 1. Opportunity for Course Adjustments: Reading week break not only benefits students but also offers educators valuable time to evaluate the effectiveness of their teaching methods. They can reflect on course outcomes, identify areas that need improvement, and make necessary adjustments to ensure students' understanding and engagement in subsequent lessons.

2. Enhanced Student Performance: By actively utilizing reading week break as a period for self-study and review, students are more likely to excel in subsequent coursework assessments and exams. This improved performance reflects positively on teachers, highlighting the efficacy of their instruction.

3. Increased Classroom Engagement: Following reading week break, students often come back reenergized and motivated. Their refreshed mindset contributes to enhanced classroom participation and interactions, leading to an overall positive learning environment.

Reading week break has become an indispensable part of school calendars due to its numerous benefits for both students and educators alike. By granting dedicated time for reflection, rejuvenation, and academic catch-up, this period allows individuals to recharge mentally while fostering improved student performance and teacher satisfaction. As we continue to navigate through challenging academic journeys, let us appreciate the significance of reading week breaks as an essential component of our educational experiences.

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Definitive Guide to Stop Checking Your Phone Compulsively

1. Set Specific Check-in Times – Limit phone checks to designated times, like after a relaxing activity or during breaks.

2. Keep Your Mind Busy – Engage in activities like reading, exercising, listening to music, or creative hobbies.

3. Practice Mindfulness & Breathing – When tempted, take deep breaths and remind yourself of your well-being goals.

4. Remember Your Purpose – Stay focused on your inner peace and personal growth.

5. Redefine Your Focus – Visualize how you want your day to end—calm and fulfilling.

6. Find Alternative Activities – Replace phone-checking with reading, journaling, or relaxing exercises.

7. Create “Phone-Free Zones” – Avoid your phone during meals, walks, or before bedtime to be more present.

8. Use Reminders & Affirmations – Place visible notes or phone reminders like “I choose peace over uncertainty.”

9. Take a Mental Pause – If overthinking, focus on your breath or something positive to regain clarity.

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How to bring *luxury* into your life while on a budget

Luxury on a budget is absolutely achievable! It's about focusing on creating an experience of indulgence and pampering, rather than just expensive things. Here are some ideas:

Redefine Luxury for You:

Focus on Experiences: Luxury isn't just material possessions. Think about what makes you feel truly pampered and relaxed. Is it a long, candlelit bath with a good book? A picnic in a scenic spot? Prioritize experiences that create lasting memories.

Quality over Quantity: Invest in a few key items you'll love and use for years, rather than buying a lot of cheap things. This could be anything from a luxurious body lotion to a cozy throw blanket.

Create a Luxurious Atmosphere at Home:

Declutter and Deep Clean: A clean and organized space instantly feels more luxurious. Light some scented candles, put on some calming music, and dim the lights for a spa-like atmosphere.

DIY Spa Treatments: Skip the expensive spa and recreate the experience at home. Give yourself a foot massage with homemade sugar scrub, use a facial mask made with natural ingredients, or draw a relaxing bath with essential oils.

Elevate Everyday Activities: Take the time to savor a cup of tea in the morning. Set the table for dinner with nice plates and silverware, even if it's just a simple meal.

Seek Out Free or Low-Cost Luxuries:

Embrace Nature: Take a hike in a beautiful park, have a picnic by the beach, or simply sit outside and enjoy the fresh air. Nature is a free and luxurious way to de-stress and reconnect.

Cultural Gems: Many museums and galleries offer free or discounted admission days. Check your local library for free museum passes or online resources for virtual tours of famous collections.

Learn a New Skill: Taking a free online class in something that interests you, like photography or cooking, can be a stimulating and luxurious way to spend your time.

Remember: Luxury is about feeling good and taking care of yourself. By being creative and resourceful, you can incorporate these elements into your life, regardless of your budget.

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summer bummer! what this upcoming summer will bring to you ! <3

choose a pile; :-x pile 1--silly cat drawing. pile 2--beautiful pink lilies. pile 3--blue-green depths.

this pick a pile will contain the following sections; ^_^

self. job/financial/scholarly prospects. relationships & friendships. overall messages. hobbies/habits to develop to prepare for this season.

pile 1.

overall messages: i'm hearing that this summer, you'll truly be able to relax. a lot of you are the kind of people who work very hard; right now is the hardest part of the year, darling. maybe you're studying for exams or slaving away at a 9-5 that doesn't truly bring you peace. maybe you've let go of friends, or let go of a relationship that brought you more pain than joy, and you're reminiscing on the good parts. i think that summer will truly bring you good things, primarily the ability to let go of the bad. this'll come to you in june; the rest of the summer will prove you wrong, but only if you're able to shed your old skin despite the overwhelming fear of new things being worse than before. you guys are strong people, always protecting, fighting, like a cornered dog, but eventually even strays are taken in, are they not? you don't need to be afraid of every opportunity that comes your way. you've been trained to listen to your flight or fight instinct, but the truth is that not everything and everyone you cross paths with is an enemy.

this will be a time to nourish yourself. to go within and spend time alone by the seaside or tanning in your backyard, listening to a podcast. you're going to truly sink into your feminine energy, taking care of yourself. it'll come easily to you, more so than before. a lot of you are generally younger and everything feels so much more sensitive to you, because a lot of the events that are in your life are occurring for the first time, and it may be difficult to navigate these things, especially since a lot of you didn't have necessarily supporting older figures. most of you, however, will be connecting with mother earth this summer. i strongly advise you to not linger in your home, and instead go walking bare-foot along the shore, if that's available to you. if not, go sunbathe, go walk through the forest and smell the flowers and just be. i know that it's hard to turn off your mind sometimes, but this'll come to you like an instinct in summer. you'll learn what it's like to truly love yourself; to spend time with yourself and be content without constantly wishing for more.

self: a lot of you will be harnessing your talents and strong suits this summer. you'll have a lot of free time on your hands, and you'll be able to refine and redefine who you are. it'll be a time of shedding your skin; this is the second time i'm saying it, so i think snakes/reptiles may be significant to you. you guys may find a new hobby to do, particularly one that is more specific to this season, and it'll make you guys feel happy. you guys are starving artists, and you'll get more inspiration. a lot of you will receive reward for something you worked hard before, maybe a wish or manifestation, but this will take time to appear and your main lesson will be to be patient. you guys think that just because you can't see something, means that it doesn't exist. but it does. you have to find the existing pillars and lean against them before searching for others. a lot of you would benefit from writing down things that you're grateful for, or even laying in the sun and saying thanks to the universe for all that she has given you.

job/financial/scholarly prospects: a lot of you may step into new territory which gives you more independence. some may be moving on to college/graduate studies, or a higher role in jobs. financially, you'll be doing well; maybe budgeting or being more mindful of what you're spending money on. you guys are responsible people, so overall, i think that you'll be a-okay this summer considering these prospects. you guys have issues with investing energy at good intervals, so i'd be mindful of that, making sure that you're not burning yourself out. be careful not to overspend to get earthly pleasures too often, and don't be too giving to other people, not even financially so, but just in general. you guys are loyal and would do anything for your friends and family, but that's not always a wise idea.

relationships & friendships: you guys will be doing so good people-wise. a lot of you have had difficult friendships, or are going through it right now, but most of these will be things that slowly go away or disappear prior to summer. you'll be establishing boundaries before summer comes, and you won't have to worry that much about other people as you are now. i'm hearing gossip, so i would strongly suggest that you stay away from people who have a tendency to talk shit. even if they talk shit to you, they can talk shit about you, too, just behind your back. i think that a lot of you have your eyes set on a significant person right now, a crush or a lover. for established relationships, this summer will be like a honeymoon. for crushes, this'll either fall away prior to summer or stay strong throughout it. i'd highly recommend you evaluate whether this crush will be good for you or not, because we do get what we wish for, pile 1--but the things we want aren't always the best for us.

hobbies/habits to develop prior: for you guys, i would definitely suggest to create boundaries right now. evaluate people who you truly want in your life, and who you don't. your reading had a general theme of having the ability to choose and get what you want; however, if you guys continue keeping up with fake friendships and false habits, your summer won't be the kind that you truly and utterly deserve. a lot of you should participate in your community more before summer, like poetry gigs or local concerts, take that as it resonates--this'll bring you more comfort when summer starts to bloom. speaking of, starting gardens or taking care of plants may be a good habit to form, too. you guys have trouble taking things slow without rushing ahead, so i think that yoga or journaling would ultimately teach you some patience. also, self-love; you guys are extremely critical on yourselves. remind yourself, that you are the best thing that has ever happened to you. much love, pile 1 :) <3

pile 2.

overall messages: i think that a lot of you are already yearning for the warmth and peace that summer brings. for some reason, this seems more homey to you than it did to pile 1; maybe your birthday is in summer, or it's always been significant to you. you guys will have sooo much fun this season. like a coming-of-age movie, maybe with some bittersweet moments, but you'll remember this for the rest of your life. a lot of you will be able to be vulnerable this summer, probably with other people, opening up and just being so earnest and truly yourself. awww. you guys are my adorable pile, my sweethearts, kind of naive...but overall, optimistic and bright! you guys are literally the sun, maybe that's why you want this season so bad. you guys will be doing everything you wanted to. maybe this winter was a slump for you guys, and you're just coming back from hibernation around now. you guys are keen right now; watching, evaluating what you want for summer. you guys are an amalgamation of practicality and whimsy.

your manifestations and wishes will literally hit the back of your head when you're not looking. you have a lot of ease in bringing things to you, particularly because you tell the universe what you want then let go, and this brings you a LAWT of good things, honey. generally, i can't tell you a lot of specifics currently, because your summer is going to be what you think it is, as long as you put in the work and the effort. i am hearing that you should prioritize relationships, however. while pile 1 is going full-on hermit mode, you guys should definitely talk to other people and stay in contact. don't lose out on moments just because you're afraid. you guys have a pink glow to you, a green aura, etc. and you MUSTTT nourish it by staying with like-minded individuals who truly want you to blossom. adopting a pet may be significant for some of you, specifically a kitten. water sources, specifically creeks and rivers, will also be important to you. you guys will literally get the world this summer, so don't be afraid of how slowly things are happening right now. good things take time to grow; trees don't spurt out of the ground in one second, pile 2.

self: you guys will become the masters of your own world. a lot of you will be taking back control, stopping the slump that you're in right now. probably privatizing a lot of aspects of yourself; privating accounts, going ghost, spending time nurturing yourself--not like pile 1, because you'll still keep in contact with important connections. these are your greatest allies, and they truly wanna see you bloom. you know who i'm talking about. a lot of you would benefit from meditating and growing closer to your ancestors, looking after traditions that you've had. you guys are so young and full of life, and your elders truly want the best for you. this is the time in your life that will bring you the future; everything depends on the now. so take away all those bad habits, rub the gunk away from your life, and grow. stretch each morning, have tea, talk with the moon, let yourself be open without being afraid of getting hurt. it's scary, right, but it's so worth it, honey <3.

job/financial/scholarly prospects: a lot of you are often pessimistic about things, and this'll block you from truly taking advantage of opportunities until you learn how to have a littleee more hope in yourself and in others. i'm getting a generally worried, frantic energy; like you think there's not enough time to take care of everything. a lot of you may be expected to take care of your older parents/your little siblings, keep up with jobs/schoolwork, and manage resources very carefully while everyone else splurges and does whatever they want. the truth? that's their business. you're not obligated to mommy everyone, especially not people who don't give a damn about you putting in effort for them. you have a tendency to be soo caring and sooo sweet to people who are energy vampires and don't give a fuck. as long as you learn to take care of your worries and TAKE CARE OF PEOPLE WHO CARE FOR YOU, this'll all go fine. don't worry too much about materialistic parts of your life; as i've said, people are more important to you, so evaluate what relationships are draining you, and which are bringing you fulfillment. you're sacred and spiritual and oh so special, and i would hate for you to give your beautiful energy to someone who doesn't deserve it, baby love.

relationships & friendships: ok okkk. so first of all, you'll be seen but also be SEEING. does that make sense?!?! there'll be a specific connection; either a close friendship, or even a friendship that low-key borders on friends in love with each other...both of you will be very in tune to each other. this'll happen because the sapling you planted when you first started taking care of yourself grew into a beautiful, beautiful tree. as i've said, this is something that you always wanted but didn't necessarily put the effort into getting. however, this spring, and all of the seasons before, you worked hard, working on self-love. this is a gift for doing all that work, unpacking trauma and poor habits to grow without even expecting a reward back. your real friendships will blossom, the others gone, like dead leaves. birds may be significant for this; as well as trees. i've been talking about trees so much LMAOO. don't be afraid of being seen is another message i'm getting. honey, you've worked hard for this, so don't push people away when they only want the best for you.

hobbies/habits to develop prior: music may be significant for some of you, so clean out those playlists, girl!! listen to music with lyrics and instrumentals that are innately good and uplifting. if you're learning an instrument or considering, do it!! something about your voice is very important, so make sure that you use it. i think someone here is a nail tech, i don't know why, but keep cookin' with that! also, sculpting may be significant for some of you. generally speaking, try to establish a healthy routine right now. sleep schedule that doesn't vary day-by-day. learn recipes that nourish your body and your soul. try to hang out with friends at least every month/every two months. write things down that you wanna see in summer. have walks that inspire you to sort out your brilliant, beautiful mind. connect with your inner child; dye your hair a sweet color, draw pictures, make cards. stop being afraid to grow older, while you're at it, too. a lot of people are taught to be afraid of growing older, specifically women; you guys, some of the women who are in the best phases of their life, are older women. establish a routine that nourishes your energy. declutter those closets!! i love you pile 2. mwah!

pile 3.

overall messages: you guys will be a stronger, sweeter person than you are now. truly governing your own life. you're in the middle period right now; all those icky parts about to fall away, but still sticking to you. by then, you'll be polished up. all those prayers? they'll be answered. you may be having some issues with closing up and retreating from literally the whole world right now. you don't even want the universe to see you, with so many layers on, but guess what? you're seen. you're SEEEEEN. there's this theme in the last two piles of wanting to hide away, but you guys have it way worse than pile 2. good news, off topic, is that your life is going in order. it's like a countdown; right now to summer, a lot of focal points will happen that you're not even THINKING ABOUT. it's like that music in trailers of movies, you know, quick beats? that's what's about to start right now. shit is gonna go DOWNN and by summer you'll be in a completely new place than you are now. a lot of you have probably felt this the past few weeks/months, this specific kind of energy, which may have made you guys a bit nervous or suspicious. i hope this will quell your worries because i assure you that nothing terrible is going to happen. probably the opposite.

i got two of ravens, so right now, think about whatever you're hyperfixated on (two of cups i think, in the normal arcana); a passion project or a person, but i'm hearing that there's mutual effort on whatever this little love of yours is. that'll all go well and will continue being significant in summer. however, some of you guys are idealizing; not everything is about ROMANCE! for a good part of you, it is, but my main schtick is the effort part. keep watch of that. other than that, between then and now, a lot of changes will happen. 'gradual decay' just came up. a lot of things will be falling away and you'll feel terribly alone, because all these changes are happening and you don't know where the hell to go or what the hell to do with yourself. you'll feel like a little kid again, trapped in an adult body. but honey, it'll all be okay. stay strong. you've been told that all your life, but this summer will bring you all those soft feelings and soft PERSON you've been craving all your life. you won't always have to be so strong. a lot of fortune and luck will come to you. pat yourself on the back; you've only got till june until life really does show you how good it gets. a lot of you feel like the only reason you exist is to watch the things you have get lost. eternal grief, i heard. sitting alone on the stairwell. sweetheart, i assure you it gets better. keep your head up.

self: you guys will be feeling recognized and jaw-droppingly beautiful. so far, there's been this whole theme of you being all alone your whole life, and something comes up and shows you how great you are. once again, this can be anything; a paternal/maternal figure, a lover, a friend, even an animal like a pet, or simply an energy, a deity you may worship. you guys will feel so giddy, because you've always been growing, reaching up, but also reaching down to save people, and you'll finally be seen. i think you guys, like pile 2, had a fear of being seen, but you guys did a lot of digging and in-depth work on that. you've always felt like the crow in the flock of pigeons, like an outcast. guess what? maybe you've just been hanging out with the wrong flock (oh god that sounded so cheesy but it's TRUE). horses may be significant. a lot of you have a feeling you'll always be second. "always an angel, never a god". the owner's dog, ready to protect at any moment. this summer will prove you wrong; you'll learn so much about yourself you'll see yourself much differently than you do now. a part of you that's felt like it's always been broken will be healed. your heart will literally blossom; you'll truly allow yourself to be passionate and open, without feeling like your presence is too big. i think a lot of you will attract someone who desperately wants to take care of you and protect you and love you.

job/financial/scholarly prospects: wow so i pulled the death card. that's literally never happened with this deck and i've been using it the whole time i had this account. yeah, you guys will definitely be recognizing your worth and learning that you're truly good. you always had strong intuition and knew where you belonged and didn't, but a lot of the times you guys ignored that. good news is, you'll push away all aspects that affect you negatively. jobs that stress you? a lot of you will quit 'em. financially? LOCKED IN. scholarly-wise? pursuing what makes you happy. you guys have always served others, been the loyal knight, and now it's your time to be recognized and given things. just don't push good things away because you feel like you always have to give them to someone else. not much messages pertaining to this, so let's move on!

relationships & friendships: a lot of you, friendship wise, will be looking back on those things. watching yourself through those memories, with a haunted look in your eyes. regretting how young and naive and giving you were, and a lot of you are probably hesitant to make connections right now because you've been let down so MANY TIMES it hurts to think about something new. but do you remember what i said before? a good connection is coming. one that'll make you feel alive and like. so fucking beautiful. like a star. like your personality is so shiny and glimmery. god, i'm gushing. this person is your star and your theirs. or this subject. for most, a person. you guys are awestruck because you're like 'wait no. this is a trick. such good people don't exist' and you're partially right! they have their flaws. but these are livable flaws; break those high expectations, pile 3, 'cause no person is perfect. this is a person who feels responsible for everyone, much like you do, and you'll bond over this. you may be scared and try to run away, but girl, DON'T. call yourself out on it; do i truly not want this, or am i just afraid of being vulnerable and it going wrong?

hobbies/habits to develop prior: definitely exterminate your self-doubt, self-pity, etc. most of you who have met this person (you know damn well who i'm talking about) have put them on a pedestal. so STOP. see them as a real person, like you are. stop trying to make them perfect in your head. i pulled six of hearts (my deck has a different arcana)--"the six of hearts promises a brighter future after defeat. your long journey does have a reward at the end, though right now you may be in the thick of it all". definitely keep your head up. accept that you've changed as a person. that you're not who you were before. evaluate what parts of yourself need healing growth. write poems. write letters. decorate your room in a way that makes you happy. take a hot bath. dance on the grass. practice self-soothing. a lot of you really do feel a deep anticipation for this which may scare you; don't try to completely ignore what's coming, but don't tunnel-vision it, either. make new pinterest vision boards. new playlists. for a specific few, trim your bangs :p. tell yourself 'i love you'.

i'm proud of you, pile 3. you've got this, ml <3

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So you weren’t lying to us when you said “I just fell in love and I just quit my job”!

“Haaaa!! Facts! Mood! All of the above! That’s hilarious, but you are so right. I am truly in love with my family and that love absolutely influenced me to release my job. But my love for music and entertaining makes it a temporary release. I’m calling it retired-ish. Some time to recenter and refocus.”

A step back to move forward.  

“Yes exactly. That’s perfect!”

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“You don't understand how I can't wait to be that football and dance mom, at all the games and recitals, yelling loud as hell, embarrassing my kids with love. They're already threatening to ban me and I don't care! I’d rather them be sicka me instead of missing me.”

“I’ve always felt I had to rush back to work after having my babies and my husband has been gracious and patient enough to let me do my thing. I just want to do it differently now for him as well as our kids. He’s about to be sicka me too. I’m packing his lunch with a side of selfies to remind him he’s loved ha. Actually no, I’m pulling up to his studio with lunch in a trench coat and stilettos.”

“Yes! Option B! And the B stands for Baby Number 5.”

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“Yassss! I might need to borrow that. This role as Nala and my involvement in the re-making of the classic film and soundtrack for The Lion King has been so inspiring. The strong themes of journey and legacy really resonated with me. I can't wait for everyone to enjoy the movie with their families and then experience my take on the story through new music.”

Wait. Are you saying a whole new album too?

“That would be the perfect retired-ish parting gift. Don't you think?”

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he’s sat by his oaky desk, shiny finish decked high with towers of books. his back congruent with the soft cushioning of his chair. black-rimmed glasses tipping of his nose as his laptop’s screen burns into his pupils. twenty or so tabs open, completely organised in his eyes, and the click clackity click of his keyboard. a hum that’s been prolonged for hours.

you get up from your comfortable place in his bed, leaving the snuggly warmth your body had adjusted itself to and move behind katsuki, peering over his shoulder to see what exactly he was working on.

he’d told you it was the latest assignment aizawa had set out and, against your better judgement, rather than set out to finish it promptly like a good student, you procrastinated and wandered into your boyfriend’s dormitory 'by accident’ so you say and found yourself already eased by his presence.

though you did have to beg him to let you in.

“you’re gonna distract me.” is what he said, his reading glasses already on and arms crossed.

but you argued and pleaded with him, “no, katsuki, i won’t! please, just let me stay. i’ll be on my phone the whole time, you won’t even know i’m there.”

but he wanted to know you were there he thought. he stared at you for a minute. pondered on whether or not this was a good idea. and he knew it wasn’t. he knew that.

but then you brought your hand up to his, pinkie finger stuck out and said in that cutesy voice of yours, ‘promise.’

he glanced at it, eyes meeting yours then your little finger again and his tough facade cracked with a sigh, not long before he locked his pinkie with your own then smoothly brought your hand closer and laced his fingers with yours, squeezing firmly and affirming a soft, “promise.” the word having a light airy feel on your knuckles as he brought his lips to your hand.

so now, two hours later, katsuki still very much locked in on the task at hand you decided enough was enough.

your careful eyes watch the words he types. aloud, you read the passage he’s just completed, “and thus agrarian economies shifted to industrial productions ultimately redefining labor dynamics within an early britain still used to traditional artisan roles.” you look down at him, still as ever, almost as if waiting for your verdict.

“feels like a good place to call it, kats. the end?”

he shakes his head, answers without looking back at you and continues typing, slightly adjusting the wording so it sounds smoother. “nah. still needs another paragraph.”

“katsuki, your paragraphs are like 50 lines long!” you complain, slight whine in your tone. he didn’t like when you did that.

“well that’s what a paragraph is.” he moves his head to the side so you can hear him better.

“no, it’s not!”

he deletes a few words and types again, reworking the sentence.

“and so, agrarian economies moved to industrial production, redefining labor dynamics in early britain still familiar with traditional artisan roles.” he mutters, rereading it to himself to test it’s fluency, see if it sounds the way he wants it to.

“baby, you need a break.” your words are laced with genuine concern. “look at how tense your shoulders are.” you bring your hands to them and immediately he relaxes, your touch alleviating him.

you take this as an opportunity to run your fingers through his hair, deep pulls of tufts from the roots at his scalp to the very tips. he leans into your touch, groans quietly as you knead and massage his head, something very much needed, but then he remembers he’s still got this paper due and forcibly shocks himself up.

“promised me you weren’t gonna be a distraction.” he says firmly, hands gently pulling your own away from his hair.

“did i?” you playfully remark, squint your eyes a bit. you bend your knees and bring yourself to his level, paw at his hair once more and rake it behind his ear. his side profile was so handsome, jaw sharp and clenched.

“why don’t you take five and chill with me for a bit? maybe i can give you a massage, okay?” you kiss below his ear and watch his jaw loosen slightly. not as tight nor as tense.

“i’m gonna need more than five. especially if you’re gonna give me a massage,” he finally breaks, giving you that eye contact that made the butterflies in your tummy flutter at long last.

you giggle, “exactly!”

you sweeten your tone, drawl your vowels, “come on, please?”

he knows what you’re doing and it’s working. he smiles in a ‘you’ve got me, hands up’ sort of way and (falsely) begrudgingly turns his chair to face you with said smile.

you pull him up easily and he lets you drag him to his bed. happily flop down on it.

his hand finds its place on your thigh, the other by the dip of your waist. you enjoy the feeling. how firm his hold was and yet still ever so careful, like he was only focusing on you and how small you were in his large hands.

soon you lift your hands and cross them at the wrists behind katsuki’s neck, keep a close proximity between your noses. “lie down,” you simply say, quickly eyeing the mattress, crimson cover pulled tightly over it, very katsuki-esque.

defeated, he obliges. lets his chest meet the bed and stretches his long legs out, you kneeling to the side to make room.

once he’s finally sprawled out, you let your pelvis sit atop his, “sorry if i’m too heavy.”

he laughs heartily, the one that always makes your heart melt and you weak in the knees, “oh, shut up.” his sentence rumbles with the buzz of his laughter to which you offer him a soft smile, despite the fact that he can’t see your face.

“mmm, can you tell me where you feel the most tightness?” you ask politely.

he hums, then gestures to his upper back, around his shoulder blades, that sort of general area. “it’s mostly just my shoulders like you said. and a bit down here too.” he hovers his hand over where your knees rest on opposite sides of his waist.

without saying anything, you quickly start. first spreading your hands over the tight muscle by his shoulders repeatedly. you know you’re doing a good job when you hear katsuki’s relieved groans. letting out all that pressure and stress that’s built up in his body.

your hands slowly drag down the form of his body, thumbs kneading in on his lower back. again, another groan sounds from katsuki’s lips. “ahh, just like that, baby.”

you blush, thinking of the many times that sentence has been uttered in a very different context but you enjoy making your boyfriend feel good in any way. enjoy how his breathing becomes deeper the more you move your hands.

“it’ll feel better if you take your shirt off,” you suggest.

“mmm, yeah…" he nods, "yeah, you’re probably right.” he gets up and you slide off him easily. watch him coolly tug the black cotton material over his head, eyes glaze over when you see his taut body underneath, finally unveiled.

katsuki flops back into the mattress face down as soon as he chucks the fitted tee away, he’s clearly enjoying his break.

you chuckle, “didn’t i tell you? you should’ve stopped over an hour ago,” you step back over him so your pelvises are connected again.

he grabs your thigh, face still deep into the mattress so his voice is muffled, “i know, you’re right, baby. ya always are.” your cheeks grow warm at the sincerity of his tone.

you repeat your massaging motions with your soft hands, feel the vibration of his moans through his flesh before bringing your lips close to between his shoulder blades. “awh, baby,” he says, “gotta pay you back for this somehow. maybe i’ll marry ya after we graduate.”

“yeah? that a fact?” you tease.

“yup.” he rubs his hand up and down over your leg. “can take your last name or you can have mine. whichever you prefer.”

“hmm. hyphenate?”

“your choice, darling.”

you sigh contently, “always love when you call me that,” you say quietly as you continue pressing into his tender tissue.

“i’ll call you it more often then,” his hand slips down and easily wraps round your ankle, his thumb rolls circles into the bone as his fingers clasp against the slight dip in your foot.

“you mind getting up so i can kiss you?”

you giggle, “nope,” holding your ground.

he moves from underneath you anyway and quickly grabs you before you can run away. “come here, you,” he playfully grunts.

your laugh is melodious in his ears, he’d do anything to hear more of it. his favourite sound. among others.

he cups your face before you can escape and kisses you passionately. you grab at his wrists, smile still lifting your cheeks and stretching the skin around your eyes taut.

it’s heated at first but then slows into something more intimate and raw, almost innocent. he then pulls away from your lips and plasters smooches all over your face. each kiss louder than the last as you simper each time.

when he stops, he’s still holding your face. his eyes watching how the highlights in yours grows, iris thin in how full the pupils are, he sees his own reflection in them and your pretty smile.

“i love you.” he says, unabashedly.

you lean into his touch, kiss his palm, “i love you, too.” your small hand over his much larger one holding your cheeks. “let’s go to sleep?” you ask, looking at him through your lashes.

his smile is sweet when he strokes the skin by your eye for no particular reason other than to just feel more of you, “yeah.” kisses you there. “let’s go to sleep.”

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JayVik x Reader Personal Pigments (Part 22) - Cobalt Blue

Ft. Lovey Dovey Jayce perspective, reader stupid yearning, and a visit from Mel <3

Find my imagine that inspired it here. Previous and next chapter will be linked at the bottom.

As much as daily chapters were fun to do, not feasible with my current work schedule. It may move to 2-4 days between releases now. stay tuned and Thank you for reading <3

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Jayce had woken up first, light filtering in through the sheer curtains and thinly slatted blinds. It is bright, almost white in the darkness of the room. The day had to be farther along than it usually was when he awoke, but they had no meetings today. No need to be up early. No real reason to go to the lab right away. So he watches the beams tinged yellow dancing on the blankets covering him and Viktor. He watches as the lines move with each slow breath from his partner. Savoring this moment.

A different tiredness fills him this morning. Muscles not aching by any means but loose from exertion. Viktor’s neck and shoulders littered in lovebites. All that could be hidden by their regulated attire, a kindness that Viktor did not listen to when marking Jayce. Harsh nips from the night before were caught on Jayce’s ears and jaw, welts he was sure would be visible on his throat too. In all their time together Jayce didn’t take Viktor to be so… passionate in his bedroom endeavors. After months of dancing around each other, carefully crossing and redefining boundaries, of pushing and pushing and pushing it took your arrival and your questions to get them here. Jayce could kiss you for that fact alone had he and Viktor not already planned on doing that and much more. 

Jayce lets his hand trace Viktor’s face, fingers trailing lightly over the features you called royal. That nose, his lips, Viktor’s jaw, his thick brows. As his finger tips graze each part Jayce recalls every kiss he’s placed there. Thinks about what he loves most about Viktor. Intelligence, his resolve, his snark. His hands, his voice. Thinks about those golden amber eyes that follow his every movement, how Viktor only shows him parts that no one else gets to see. A possessive gnawing at the back of his neck that makes Jayce want to wake Viktor up now and continue their night. But he doesn’t, thoughts straying to you. 

Because Viktor also shares some of those parts with you. It was what got them here in the first place. Maybe one day they would have finally acted on their not-so-hidden desires. Him and Viktor were drawn to each other like magnets, it would have happened eventually. Yet your arrival was a catalyst. Being observed meant being aware of their observable behaviors. Made them think through their actions more, at least for Jayce it did. And it made him consider things that he had let the rush of Hextech sweep away. The lingering hands and teasing words that he and Viktor had shared, nights of arguing and soothing that became heated in many ways without crossing the lines they refused to define. And that first day in your studio, where he had seen Viktor look at you the way that he himself knew he had looked at Viktor. Soft smile, adoring eyes, relaxed shoulders. A look he rarely caught Viktor giving him because Viktor kept his walls high. Always on alert. 

Realizing that through Viktor’s affection for you that Jayce also had grown to want you by his side. He had admired your drive to work, your creativity, and your passion. All things that he knew that three of you had in common. Jayce knew for certain that after your first week there he wanted to be friends with you at the very least. Proximity was one hell of a drug for fostering any kind of relationship. Something he had to rely on with every aspect of his life. Making a life for himself, for his mother, after his father’s death meant that there was no time for frivolous friendships. Even if he craved them. Even if he desperately wanted to be close to people. But there was the forge, the family business, there was the Academy, there was always something that required his time and his focus. Here in Piltover where he had become entrenched in its way of life it always confused him how people acted. It was difficult to navigate the Academy where people kept their distance to protect their work, where one became set against the world until they needed something. 

Then there was Viktor. There was Mel. There was you. All three of you he had wanted something with. Friendship certainly, but there was also a need for this deeper connection. To know. To really know a person. Jayce’s hand stills, at some point he had moved to those tousled locks and he pulled it away to rub his own face. A soft grumble bubbles up from Viktor at the loss. 

“Jayce?” Oh how his heart swells. How it beats faster at that tired voice. 

“I’m here V.” He can hear the grogginess tinging his own words. A hum is the only acknowledgement he gets from Viktor before he feels that lithe body pull away. Cool air billowing in where the covers are lifted, poofing up the blue blanket. Viktor’s movements are slow and uncalculated, hair flattened on one side and a fluffy mess on the other. That bed head that Jayce could never grow tired of. His back unveiled and Jayce can’t help but sit forward too. Wrapping his arms around Viktor’s waist, pressing his chest to his back, wanting the morning moment to last just a little longer. Another hum, one that Jayce can feel the vibrations of when Viktor leans his head back into the crook of Jayce’s shoulder. Nosing into Jayce’s neck before pulling away. 

“What time is it?” Viktor’s question hangs in the air briefly as he starts to get up. And with that Jayce had to concede to the passage of time, had to let Viktor go because it is definitely later than he would be happy with. But the promise of tonight, of tomorrow, of more time together wherever they go soothes the small hurt. 

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You’d been at the lab for a couple hours. Usually one of them would have been here by now. “A late night,” you think to yourself while painting, “the coffee is definitely cold now.” As were the pastries and breakfast meats you had brought. It wasn’t the first time they had taken their time getting to the lab. But you had grown used to the unofficial schedule that the three of you had stuck to. Although, it did mean that you wouldn’t have to deal with all those feelings they had stirred up yesterday. Seeing them right away might’ve honestly set you farther behind. Who needs to deal with intimacy issues and guilt when you can throw yourself into your work? Work that was of their lab. In their lab. With them. In the work. 

You huff. Work that needs to be done. Your own personal issues aside, there was a job to do. You can look past your feelings for them to do this. Their relationship with each other, with you, won’t make doing this any easier or harder. You just needed to be objective, observational. So what if you noticed the glittering adoration in their eyes or the way their shoulders relaxed around each other. All you had to do was paint that. No need to get involved past the nice and easy friendship you had fostered together. The tell-tale signs of the door opening pulls you from the canvas before you. You hate it, the way that you can feel yourself turn before thinking. The way your chest tightens. Excited to see them. Because you’d been waiting. 

The door scrapes along the floor and when it pushes open you’re greeted with a familiar face. But not faces. Councilor Medarda is who comes into the lab. You try to bite back the immediate disappointment. And the shame that follows. “Waiting for them like a dog, ready to wag your tail.”

“Mel, it’s good to see you! Viktor and Jayce aren’t in yet.” 

“As I can see. Left you on your lonesome today?” Her graceful steps keep an even time on the floor. Cla-clacking against the tiles as she walks towards you. “Oh if she only knew.” 

“Easier for me to work without them anyway,” You don’t even mean to say it. The frustration of your morning making its way out in words that weren’t meant for the audience that received them. She quirks a brow as she sits, a smile lifting up one side of her full lips. You continue to try and save face, “because it’s hard for me to focus. I mean, it’s hard to paint someone one when they’re right there. I. I don’t want them to not like it?” Mel settles by your station before she speaks, taking in your obvious attempts to hide your panic.

“Ofcourse,” is all she gives you. And then a slight chuckle when your shoulders slump in defeat. You were behaving like a love-sick student, a child, not a grown adult meant to work for a living. “They are fond of you. It’s been quite the interesting thing to watch develop.” This time it’s you who looks to her with a question on your face. “Surely you are aware.”

“Aware of what?” You don’t even have time to speak the words before the door pushes open a second time. Mel and you both turn to see Jayce and Viktor walk into the room. Viktor was moving slowly, but still with a pep in his step. And Jayce smiles at the both of you when he trails behind. His collar barely popped in a poor attempt at hiding… hickeys? Lovebites. You give them both a wave hello before facing your painting. “I am aware.” 

Mel hums in response, mirth still present when she takes in the men. “Good morning you two.” 

A polite “Councilor” from Viktor, and returned “Good morning” from Jayce. 

“I was just checking with y/n about schedules. There’s an upcoming gala that is supposed to be for young inventors such as yourself. Could be good if you made an appearance.” 

“Wha-?” You didn’t know about their schedules for things like that, much less that there was a gala. It takes a second for you to catch on that she’s providing a conversation. “What day is it again?” It earns you a soft tap from her well-manicured hand. The jewelry she always wears clinking softly with the movement. She lets her hand rest on your shoulder. 

“A month or so from today, I’m sure you boys can expect an invitation soon. Wanted to give you ample time to set up something to show.” Mel stands, her hand bracing against you. A gentle squeeze as she leaves to move across the lab. 

“Ample time?” Viktor turns to face her, annoyance already coiling in that throat. Jayce is pressing a hand against Viktor’s back before he speaks. Eyes following where she walked to the door. 

“What exactly should we be showing? The travel prototype is nowhere near public-eye ready yet.” He does a better job at keeping his voice kind and even. Although his posture is rigid.

“You’ve done more with less time before. Afraid of a challenge?” Her words are directed to them, but her gaze is on you. Eyes twinkling when she steps into the hall. 

“A month is barely enough time for a proto-type. Why do they always think that our work appears in the blink of an eye?” Viktor’s disgruntled huffing and Jayce’s soothing words fill the lab while you think. Too many smart and cunning pretty people around. Too many confusing thoughts and feelings to keep track of. Frustration starts bubbling in your gut as you hear the two men talking. Mutterings of alloys and delivery times, materials and work hours. In one ear and out the other, breathing while you try to cool yourself. There was work to be done. Pastries to share. 

“You’ll need brain power to get through whatever this weird deadline is.” You gesture to the food and drinks on the table nearby, regretting how closely you had set it up to your station. Jayce wanders over, looking at the meager selection. His charming grin thrown your way as thanks. Viktor himself grabs his coffee first, patting your chair as he walks by. 

“You take such good care of us broučku.” 

It was going to be a long day.

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