#What is a simple example of quality assurance?

[seiwas]

FICS FOR GAZA — SPONSOR A WIP

hello!! this is my lil contribution to the wonderful fundraising initiative started by @ficsforgaza!! i've added a list of my wips that i'd love to work on in exchange for your donations to a vetted fundraiser!! most of them are relatively short to assure that i can work on them faster and hopefully post them as soon as possible!! i hope they appeal to you and enjoin you to donate!

RATE: $1 per 100 words

INSTRUCTIONS: please donate to a vetted fundraiser and send me an ask with a screenshot of your proof of donation (please private your information) + the wip you'd like to sponsor! — example: sel! i'd love to sponsor your wip, 'grow on me like a dog loved fondly'! here's my proof of donation for [chosen fundraiser], thank you so much! [attached photo of proof] *i'll be sending the screenshots to @ficsforgaza for transparency and tracking + to ensure that proofs are not reused for other wips!

other additional information/faqs will be added at the end of this post, but i'd like to thank you in advance for supporting this initiative and choosing to donate! 🥹 there is absolutely no pressure to! even just a simple reblog can help spread the word 🥹 please do check out @ficsforgaza for more updates and a more extensive list of writers (sponsor wips writers) (request writers) who are also joining in on this initiative 🥹

— WIPS

DATE UPDATED: MAY 20, 2024

JUJUTSU KAISEN

ಇ. grow on me like a dog loved fondly - kamo choso x reader ⚬ ongoing series. prologue / +++. ⌗ f!reader in mind but can be read as gn!reader, non-curse!au, animal shelter employee!choso x flower shop owner!reader, slowburn, hurt/comfort + fluff.

summary: your regular to the flower shop is more than what he seems.

current wc: 1,014 / 15,000+ donated wc: 0 progress tracker: 1,014 / 15,000+

ಇ. i'll stay on this drive for as long as you'd like - fushiguro megumi x reader ⚬ event. mini series: by your passenger seat. part 1 / part 2. *this will be the 3rd part of the mini-series. ⌗ f!reader in mind but can be read as gn!reader, non-curse!au, college!au, established relationship, hurt/comfort.

summary: megumi knows you a lot better than you think. prompt: acting like it's okay when you know it's too much.

current wc: 0 / 2,500 donated wc: 0 progress tracker: 0 / 2,500

ಇ. do you know what love is like? - gojo satoru x reader ⚬ ongoing mini series: do you know what love is like?. happens before the ongoing main series: conversations on love. part 020 / part 021 / +++. *i have 6 parts planned for this, but i didn't write them linearly, so only part 021 is posted so far. the numbers represent the ages reader and gojo are during the events of the fic.⌗ f!reader in mind but can be read as gn!reader, canon-adjacent (reader is also a sorcerer), slowburn, friends to lovers, hurt/comfort + fluff.

summary: the almost's of when you and gojo nearly get together, but don't.

current wc: 2,120 / 15,000+ donated wc: 0 progress tracker: 2,120 / 15,000+

BOKU NO HERO ACADEMIA

ಇ. can i get your number? (your bpm, i mean) - kirishima eijirou x reader ⚬ event. ⌗ f!reader in mind but can be read as gn!reader, non-canon!au, gym fic, kind of meet cute, crushes and confessions, strangers to ???, fluff.

summary: before you know it, you've stepped wrong on the treadmill, tripping and bracing yourself for the impact of the fall... into the arms of the cute beefy guy who smiles at you like the embodiment of sunshine. prompt: going to the gym for yourself (and totally not for that cute guy who sometimes says hi).

current wc: 0 / 2,500 donated wc: 0 progress tracker: 0 / 2,500

ಇ. three-part honesty - todoroki shouto x reader ⚬ sequel to two-part something. ⌗ f!reader in mind but can be read as gn!reader, post-canon, aged-up pro-hero!shouto and assistant!reader, workplace romance, development of feelings, confessions, boss/assistant dynamics, co-workers to lovers (ish), fluff.

summary: honesty, you've realized, is shouto’s greatest weapon—a quality that's always endeared you over the years now rendering you into a stuttering, fumbling mess like never before.

current wc: 0 / 5,000+ donated wc: 0 progress tracker: 0 / 5,000+

ಇ. found you in my dreams (only to wake up next to home) - bakugo x reader ⚬ event. ⌗ f!reader in mind but can be read as gn!reader, post-canon, aged-up pro-hero!bakugo, vulnerabilities, falling in love (and deserving it), established relationship, hurt/comfort + fluff.

summary: love creeps unto bakugo like light that seeps into the hours of his day. prompt: falling in love as part of your everyday routine.

current wc: 235 / 4,000+ donated wc: 0 progress tracker: 235 / 4,000+

HAIKYUU!

ಇ. AITA (25M) FOR BEING TWO-FACED WITH MY GIRLFRIEND (24F)? I KNOW IT SOUNDS WRONG, BUT LET ME EXPLAIN MYSELF. - iwaizumi hajime x reader ⚬ was supposed to be for a collab event by tallulah, who has now deactivated. i wasn't able to post it on time but am still very interested in writing the idea! ⌗ f!reader in mind but can be read as gn!reader, canon-adjacent, sexual themes, teasing, iwaizumi is a bit mean (mean = leaving you wanting), established relationship, fluff + suggestive.

summary: you haven't been giving iwaizumi much attention lately; he’ll see how much longer you can hold out on that.

current wc: 29 / 4,500+ donated wc: 0 progress tracker: 29 / 4,500+

ಇ. this stays ‘till tomorrow - oikawa tooru x reader ⚬ event. ⌗ f!reader in mind but can be read as gn!reader, canon-adjacent, long distance relationship, vignettes, a few arguments, established relationship, hurt/comfort.

summary: you cling on to every phone call that’s never felt enough. prompt: falling in love as part of your everyday routine.

current wc: 0 / 4,000+ donated wc: 0 progress tracker: 0 / 4,000+

ಇ. you’re the reason (i got a weakness) - miya atsumu x reader ⚬ event. ⌗ f!reader, canon-adjacent, misunderstanding/arguments, atsumu and you are fighting (but you're still the prettiest he's ever seen), established relationship, hurt/comfort + fluff.

summary: it’s not that atsumu doesn't like you dressing up like this—in fact, he loves it. just not when you're fighting. not when he can't even call you 'baby'. prompt: making yourself look good to feel good (your partner has something to say to you).

current wc: 72 / 2,500 donated wc: 0 progress tracker: 72 / 2,500

OTHER NOTES

i will not be publishing the ask you send me with the proof of donation, but i will be sending you an ask to confirm the receipt of the donation and to let you know that i'll be crediting your sponsorship!

update schedule: weekly updates!

i also gave 3 wips each for each fandom, for variety! this is my first time doing something like this so i'm not so sure how it goes/what it's like/what to expect 🥹 please be kind!!

if you want to know more about a wip, you can ask me about it! a lot of these are low in current word count because i heavily outline fics before writing them, so these fics already have plot and dialogue points down, just not in full writing yet.

boosts are appreciated!!

if you have any other questions, let me know!

[prettieinpink]

Urgent ask, how be a baddie as a extremely under confident person

BECOMING YOUR BEST SELF WITH LOW CONFIDENCE

i have no idea what ur definition of a 'baddie' is, so this post may have not been what you've been looking for, but I tried my best

A lot of us struggle with confidence, and it can be the main factor that holds us back from growing to be our best selves. So, I’ve created a guide on improving ourselves even with low confidence.

UNDERSTAND THAT IT IS NOT UNREPLENISHABLE. Confidence is like a cup of water, tea, coffee, hot cocoa, or whatever your favourite beverage is, it can always be refilled. While you don’t have to ‘fake till you make it’, remember that you do not live with a restricted amount of confidence.

ACCEPT IT. Whatever way you have to, crying, journalling, venting, you have to accept that you are a person who struggles with low confidence. However, instead of identifying yourself as that, identify yourself as learning to self-love.

E.g. ‘I’m so insecure’ → ‘I am still learning to love myself.’ ‘Why can’t I be like them?’ -> ‘I will learn that I do not have to be someone else.’

CONSIDER NEUTRALITY. You don’t have to live on this odd scale of loving yourself or hating yourself all the time, and letting it define you. Instead of what it looks like, what it can look like, what it can do, see it as a special vessel that homes your soul.

For example, my body can digest the food that nourishes my soul, my hands can write text messages to my loved ones which reassure my soul that they know they are loved etc. Seeing it in this perspective grows a deeper meaning and appreciation for your body.

I like to see my body, traits, and life as a gift from God. Me insulting these things, is an insult to him.

INDULGE IN YOUR STRENGTHS. When we have low confidence, it becomes almost second nature to focus on our weaknesses. Instead, try to actively focus on your strengths. If you don’t know what your strengths are at the moment, just focus on things that make you happy.

It would be beneficial to add one thing that you know you’re good at on your list of what to do. Something that you’re assured you’ll like doing and the outcome.

TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF. Eat a well-balanced diet, make an effort to achieve good quality sleep, exercise when you can, reach out to your loved ones daily and incorporate things that make you happy.

Just these simple things can improve your quality of life by far, however, our intentions to do these things may be impacted by our low confidence, and therefore we are unmotivated to do these things.

If that is the case, take little steps in doing each thing and remind yourself that intentional self-neglect is a form of self-harm and destruction.

[oiblackestsheep]

Introverted Sensing (Si) is More Valuable than You Think it is

I touched on this a little in another post I made, but it wasn't the main focus, so I'm making this it's own thing.

Introverted Sensing (Si) is most frequently referred to as using tradition as a way of perceiving things that lead to your judgements later. Some examples include following instructions to a T (or being unable to do things without said instructions), making lists, keeping daily planners, and referring to the past (often times personal memories, but can also be previously reported data) to inform the present.

These examples aren't necessarily wrong, but they are sometimes twisted in a negative way that can makes this cognitive function (and the associate types ISTJ, ISFJ, ESTJ, ESFJ) become interpretted as simple, thoughtless, repetititve, useless, boring, and "basic".

There is a much deeper side to Si that I think needs to be talked about, so that's what I'm going to do.

Introduction

Now, the flaws I listed above, also are not necessarily wrong. High Si uses can embody all of those negative traits, but it is much more rare than the iNtuitive bias would have you believe, because those negative traits come out when Si users are at their absolute worst.

And how often is anybody truly at their absolute worst?

I choose to think of Si predominantly not as tradition, but as a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).

Standard Operating Procedure and Si

What is an SOP? An SOP is a detailed step-by-step list of instructions that you follow from start to finish in order to obtain a completely finished, fully function product/result.

Sounds very Si, doesn't it? That's because it is! And SOPs are absolutely mission critical to so many things in our daily lives because they ensure that a certain level of quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) is in place at all times. Some things absolutely need to be the exact same every single time because there is very little room for error and products need to consistently pass quality checks in order to be viable for general public use.

SOP Examples

If you don't follow the instructions exactly right, the cake you are baking will taste very badly. The furniture you are building will not be fully functional, or even unsafe to use. The scientific experiment you are doing will include bias, contamination, or simply will not work, and you won't produce any results.

Si is incredibly vital because by ensuring that everthing is done the exact same way every time, you should expect the same results every time. So when you do not get the same results, it is incredibly easy to notice, and focus heavily on why results are different than expected.

This is how we learn and make discoveries.

Conclusion

We aren't wrong about Si or what it means. We aren't wrong about it's potential pitfalls. We are wrong to focus so heavily on pitfalls and not focus on how effective and essential Si can be when it is being used productively.

Yes, Si can be very dry sometimes. But it is an essential dryness. It is intentionally dry and repetitive because it minimizes the possibility for error. And it constantly updates and innovates its step-by-step instructions as new information becomes available so that the instructions we follow are the most effective as possible.

Si ensures our success. We don't have to change what Si means, we have to change how we choose to view it. It may not always be the most exciting cognitive function, but it makes the world go round, and we need to appreciate the high Si users just as much as we do everyone else.

[haggishlyhagging]

Because of our social circumstances, male and female are really two cultures and their life experiences are utterly different—and this is crucial. Implicit in all the gender identity development which takes place through childhood is the sum total of the parents', the peers, and the culture's notions of what is appropriate to each gender by way of temperament, character, interests, status, worth, gesture, and expression. Every moment of the child's life is a clue to how he or she must think and behave to attain of satisfy the demands which gender places upon one. In adolescence, the merciless task of conformity grows to crisis proportions, generally cooling and settling in maturity.

Since patriarchy's biological foundations appear to be so very insecure, one has some cause to admire the strength of a "socialization" which can continue a universal condition "on faith alone," as it were, or through an acquired value system exclusively. What does seem decisive in assuring the maintenance of the temperamental differences between the sexes is the conditioning of early childhood. Conditioning runs in a circle of self-perpetuation and self-fulfilling prophecy. To take a simple example: expectations the culture cherishes about his gender identity encourage the young male to develop aggressive impulses, and the female to thwart her own or turn them inward. The result is that the male tends to have aggression reinforced in his behavior, often with significant anti-social possibilities. Thereupon the culture consents to believe the possession of the male indicator, the testes, penis, and scrotum, in itself characterizes the aggressive impulse, and even vulgarly celebrates it in such encomiums as "that guy has balls." The same process of reinforcement is evident in producing the chief "feminine" virtue of passivity.

In contemporary terminology, the basic division of temperamental trait is marshaled along the line of "aggression is male" and "passivity is female." All other temperamental traits are somehow—often with the most dexterous ingenuity—aligned to correspond. If aggressiveness is the trait of the master class, docility must be the corresponding trait of a subject group. The usual hope of such line of reasoning is that "nature," by some impossible outside chance, might still be depended upon to rationalize the patriarchal system. An important consideration to be remembered here is that in patriarchy, the function of norm is unthinkingly delegated to the male—were it not, one might as plausibly speak of "feminine" behavior as active, and "masculine" behavior as hyperactive or hyperaggressive.

. . .

The arbitrary character of patriarchal ascriptions of temperament and role has little effect upon their power over us. Nor do the mutually exclusive, contradictory, and polar qualities of the categories "masculine" and "feminine" imposed upon human personality give rise to sufficiently serious question among us. Under their aegis each personality becomes little more, and often less than half, of its human potential. Politically, the fact that each group exhibits a circumscribed but complementary personality and range of activity is of secondary importance to the fact that each represents a status or power division. In the matter of conformity patriarchy is a governing ideology without peer; it is probable that no other system has ever exercised such a complete control over its subjects.

-Kate Millett, Sexual Politics

[herbgerblin]

Hi Herb!! I was wondering if you had any advice on opening commissions? I enjoy your art immensely and you were one of the first people I thought of to ask since I know you do commissions on occasion

Sorry if this is totally weird, I am just at a complete loss! Thanks for taking the time to read this!

These are things I wish I had figured out when I started selling art commissions. Also, feel free to use my current commission form to pattern your own. (also if anyone >.> wants to commission me, I am open <.<)

Step 1: Write a Terms of Service

Good terms of service will manage the expectations of your clients, establish a level of professionalism, and protect you if someone tries to argue something already made clear in writing. You can keep your ToS really simple, but it's good practice to include the following:

What kind of art you will/won't do (I don't do nfts)

Estimated duration of the project (2-4 weeks is my M.O.)

Number of revisions (more than 3, I add a fee)

When and how often you will update the client

Rights that you retain as an artist/permit to the client

Note: This mainly applies to personal/non-commercial work. If you are approached to make art for a game/magazine/website, do a ton more research. You will need to write out a contract that makes things Boringly Clear, and you will want to retain all of your rights as an artist.

Step 2: PRICES (scream)

Everyone starts out underselling. I'm underselling (I'm trying to get better.) Just go at your own pace. Look at what other artists are offering, but don't just look at the quality of their work. Think about your turnaround time, your style, and your target audience. If you are a fast worker or very detailed, that's worth a pay bump. Niche communities will pay solid money for artists to cater to them. So for example, if you draw fetish art, you have more room to charge higher.

ALWAYS GET PAYMENT UP FRONT. You can offer half upfront and half upon completion. If it's a big or long-term project, it's okay to go 30/70. BUT NEVER START WORK WITHOUT SOME SORT OF COMPENSATION. I just had a client that has not paid me the 2nd half and they are blacklisted. This rarely happens but it does happen.

Once you think you've got a price chart you feel comfortable with, add $20. Do it, even if it feels wrong. You may have to pay transaction fees, or the work (often) takes longer than expected. It'll be a small mercy to yourself to account for these things. Raise your prices a little bit each year because you are growing in experience and inflation (scream) is a thing that affects the arts too.

Step 3: INTEGRATE AND AUTOMATE

I wish I had done this step years ago, but I slacked off, and therefore staying organized was a nightmare. The less "business" stuff you have to do manually, the more time you can focus on "creative" stuff.

Make a google form. Make it as easy for the client to input information as possible. In the settings, set it so that responses will go to an excel file. The questions you ask will be the titles of the fields, so keep them short and easy to read. Reference image attachments will save to google drive.

You can set it up so that you will get an email whenever you get a new response (you might want to make a separate email account specifically for commissions.) Prewrite confirmation responses and save them as templates so that you're not writing the same email to clients over and over again.

Set reminders for responding to clients, requesting payment, and finishing work. This can be through google calender or some other app. You are responsible for facilitating communication. Even if the email is just, "Hey, just letting you know the work is still in progress, I will send you a wip in 1-2 days." Client assurance is high priority.

I use paypal invoice for payments. It means I have to pay a transaction fee, but I factor that into my prices. It also ensures that I have clear documentation for orders, I can send reminders easily if I haven't been paid, and it just looks more professional overall. You can use whatever service feels most comfortable, just make sure you practice good bookkeeping (*stares at my taxes in horror*)

Step 4: Mockups and Descriptions

Provide examples of the work that you are going to. Make a mockup of busts/half body/full body, etc. Don't include anything you don't intend to actually produce.

Make sure that your form includes room to answer EVERY question about the commission that you might have. This will reduce the amount of back and forth you need to have with your client. You want to be able to get that request, confirm it, send that invoice, and jump on it ASAP.

Step 5: Start small, be honest, be firm

If you haven't done commissions before, have a limited number of slots available. Take break time after you've finished a certain amount. Don't languish over an art piece. At some point, it will be as done as it can be. Send it to the client, and keep rolling.

If you feel like you are getting overwhelmed, tell your client. It's bad practice to go on hiatus and not notify them while they're waiting on an update. If you genuinely forget to touch base with them, do so as soon as possible. Apologize, then finish the work as soon as you can. Refund if you think that's the most polite route, but completing the task is usually more appreciated.

Be cordial, but firm. People will try to bully you over little things, but don't give in. Ignore folks who say your prices are too high. Make it clear that if they ask for more than what is agreed, you will charge a fee. If you feel like a request is sketchy, get a second opinion.

obligatory paypal link: help me pay kravitz jr's vet bills

[tkimaginations]

How would be his reaction to physical touch and his love languages 

@eboninapalm, @marnixbokuto (explanation: I decided to put them together because the asks were similar and to avoid repeat the same ask). 

Physical touch.

If you are in a relationship with Kazuya and you are the clingy part of it because Heihachi treated him badly and didn't care about him, he would be surprised at first. He would look at you with a harsh and critical gaze. 

His daily bad humor and seriousness wouldn't help either, because if there is a day when you are feeling very clingy and he feels that you are suffocating him, he would transform into his devil form and fly away from your shared home. Even being an evil person with a controversial relationship with his relatives and family, he would never dare to lay a finger to hurt his love. 

Be patient, as it would take a long time for him to get used to it. I think it might take around 2-3 years for him to start tolerating and not feel as irritated with his lover's physical demonstrations. 

After this period of accepting and understanding the way and the personality of his partner, maybe he would think about returning the physical touch. However, it would be mentally conflicting and take time for him to convince himself that he is not being "less masculine" for demonstrating that he cares and loves too. His deceased dad wasn't the best example of someone who showed love towards him, his mother, and/or his grandfather. 

Showing a new side of him that he never showed, one day he called you to talk, feeling confident enough to express his feelings towards his cold personality. He explained that he loves you too, but he has great difficulty expressing it like you do—through hugging, kissing, and stealing kisses from him. He mentioned that he has never had someone who cares and likes him for being himself like you do, since his last relationship with Jun. You responded, assuring him, saying, "It's okay, bae. I won't force you to show love like I do, but it warms my heart to hear that you love me too." Since you started dating, he had never directly said, "I love you." 

He felt relieved, and for the first time in the long three-year relationship, he smiled spontaneously at you and kissed you, all on his own.  Love languages.

Being the leader of G Corporation, he would be a billionaire, with the gains from the worldwide war against Mishima Zaibatsu. Getting used to your physical affection, the way he would reciprocate is by spoiling you with expensive gifts. He would directly ask you what you like to be gifted, and the next day(s), he would show up with various G Corporation employees carrying your gifts to your mansion. This surprise would initially scare you, and you would tell him that it wasn't necessary since you had your own money. However, he wouldn't take no for an answer.

Acts of service would be quite common too. When he isn't busy with fighting Jin, destroying something or someone, or working on his G Corporation projects, during his free time (thanks to his high stamina from his demon powers), he enjoys serving and helping you out. This might include helping when you're tired from work or school, and even assisting with tasks like reaching for things or providing support during your period (if you are Assigned Female At Birth (AFAB)). In these moments, he reveals a kind and gentle side that only you know.

Quality time would be one of the ways he shows love and appreciation for you, simply by spending time together. Whether it's training with him, watching TV series together in the bedroom, or sharing a meal, these simple activities bring pleasure to both of you, especially to him.

[tonberry-yoda]

Hi Tonberry! I'm so excited about this whole Valentine's Day event! I would like a matchup with a JJBA character!

I'm a small (153 cm ~ 5'2 ft) Hungarian straight woman (so I use she/her pronouns) with shoulder long wavy, dark blonde hair with thin blonde highlights. I'm slightly chubby. My eyecolour is hazel and I wear glasses because I have astigmia.

My favourite colors are black, yellow, blue and purple. Besides my native language I can speak German and English. For most of these MBTI tests I got INFP (though I don't believe in this I think our personality grows, changes)

I'm not the most talkative person, I have problems with communicating with others since I was in elementary. I have a hard time to warm up to others, got anxious about it, but if I find my people I slowly open up, and even crack some jokes and can be really sarcastic. I always say sorry about everything, even if it wasn't my fault.

I have a huge imagination and do a lot of day-dreaming. I don't like being dropped into a situation without being prepared, but if I can use some skills well, sometimes it looks like I can improvise. Like for example I got drama lessons in the local theater and I could pull off some characters better (mom, serious director etc.) than others.

I consider myself as someone who deeply cares about people. I want to help others but I don't know how and am afraid that someone only wants to use me. And no matter what philosophies I grab to navigate myself in this wild world, I always return to people. We are ugly and beautiful at the same time and it's so devastastating seeing people treating each other shit. I know these contradict each other. But MARINA's two songs, Savages and To Be Human explain my feelings towards humanity.

My hobbies: I love listening to music, it always got my back when I was alone. And reading some good character-driven book always moves my imagination. I like spending time with a friend of mine and talking about films, music, and dirty jokes (they're mostly about JoJo and JJK lol)and maybe I'm the one who would stop the chaos between the two of us. Like to search for different languages and cultures on Google and different playlists on youtube or 8tracks. Oh and watching playthroughs of videogames on Youtube.

I have a wide taste in music I guess? From Starset through Fall Out Boy and Panic! At the Disco to mashups and videogame OSTs I listen to anything. But my favourite band is Starset. I'm always afraid to show other people my music taste because one time I've got booed that it's not danceble 😅 (the song I put in then was Anna Sun by Walk the Moon) I have playlists on youtube, where I listen to music I like: [x] [x] [x] [x] [x]

I don't think I have a special aesthetic; my outfits are 99% simple T-shirt + Jeans combo. Indoor I wear one of my oversized band T-shirts I inherited from one of my cousins. So I would say my aesthetic is casual I guess? Though my favourite aesthetic is spacecore but I like dark, light, chaotic academia and a bit grungecore too.

My ideal partner would be someone who's suave, can listen to me (and I could listen to him too) and I can spend some quality time but at the same time assures me with words that he loves me and I'm not a burden to him. And while on the outside he could sometimes look like he's just a goofball or just a flirting idiot, he can be pretty serious, deep down he's more than just a clown. I would like to know more about his culture, language too (yes even if his native language is English) and would like to learn it. Or he can be a kind, empathetic guy, who cares about his friends, family, helps others selflessly. Who can understand my pain about people but always reminds me with his actions why I love humanity besides hating it.

Ideal date: honestly, anything that makes him happy. I mostly would like quiet dates where we can chill (I'm not into those big parties where hundreds of people are, they drain me and make me feel I don't belong anywhere) like laying down and stargazing, holding each others' hands, hugging, kissing. We would teach each other words from our language. (I would teach him some cussing words too 😏 We Hungarians are proud of our cussings XD) But sometimes going to a carneval or a city program or just to the town's marketplace looking for trinkets or just watching the wares and people there is good too.

Ah sorry this became too long! Hope you have a great day/night!

notes 💌: hello dear! I am so happy to be doing a matchup for you <3 and thank you so much for showing so much interest in this event! i have been loving planning it and writing all the matchups so far, even if ive just done one lol. i am excited for the next seven days! happy valentine's day, my dear and i really hope you love who I chose for you <333

The character Cupid chooses for you this Valentine's Day is...

DIO!!

are you surprised?

cuz I sure was

i was not expecting you to pair with him, but it honestly fits

so hear me out

dio is the kind of man who is very easy to open up to

and sure, he can be manipulative to others, but i think that he wouldnt be that way around you

you are just a very real person and he is amazed by that

he wants to listen to what you have to say, not what he wants you to say

he likes hearing your true feeling and he's just so romantic omfg

he thinks that you are so talented and amazing

the reason i thought you two would fit was because of your philosophies on people

the way you think about them is amazing and really hits close to home for dio especially because he is a vampire

he could honestly listen to you talk for hours on end

he would goof off with you and your friend and definitely surprise you the the dirty jokes that come out of his mouth

you two also listen to the same music

especially MARINA

he's not a huge fan of your fashion sense tho

so expect him to dress you up LMFAO

and if you dont want to, thats totally fine, but he thinks you could show off a little bit more

he would love to teach you about his culture and all the culture he's been around

the man has traveled a lot, so you get some amazing stories out of him

he will never stop expressing how much he loves you and will always listen to your stories and even joke around with you <3

he may be an evil vampire, but he's your evil vampire <333333

💌 How would he ask you to be his Valentine??

I think he would wake you up to kisses that you cant help but roll over and giggle to, trying to push his face away. He would keep kissing you everywhere until you open one eye and see him holding a teddy bear with a heart on its chest that says "will you be my valentine?" who are you to say no?

💌 Valentine's Day Date

The two of you ate a lovely dinner and even dressed up for the occasion, even it it was just at home. You had spent the entire day together just spending time together and doing whatever romantic activity you could on valentine's day. But DIO had told you that he had something planned for the evening, but you had no clue what. DIO led you upstairs after doing the dished and you both put on some warm pajamas that you had that were 100% matching. He grabbed both of your hands and brushed his lips over his knuckled and you could feel his fangs hit your hand a bit, but it never hurt. "I want to show you something." He said, pressing a kiss onto your temple. He led you downstairs and to the backyard where you found what looked like a pillowfort with the ceiling cut out so you could watch the stars together and fall asleep under the moon. There were fairly lights strung on the fort and snacks everywhere over the fluffy blankets DIO had set out. You turned to DIO with a huge smile. "Babe!" You jumped into his arms, nearly making him fall onto the grass. He picked you up and led you to the fort where you cuddled all night, watching the stars pressed against each other. "Did you have a good day?" DIO asked, rubbing your arm and pressing little kisses all over your cheeks. "Yes," you smiled, squeezing his hand. "Did you?" "Of course I did. Happy Valentine's day, my love." You ended up in each other's arms all night and talked about whatever came to mind. <3

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mystery date rules | pinned post @tonberry-yoda

[aethergate]

🤡 - Sora 🎢 - Figment 🎨 - Marluxia 🌙 - Bendy ❣️ - Gaster 🍽️ - Pinocchio (LEAVE YOUR GRUEL ERA, MY SON)

🤡 - What’s something dumb they’re embarrassed about?

I'd say a lot of the times he's like.. trying to avoid a topic and then Donald and Goofy call him out on it, even if it's something small. Like for example, sometimes he'll think about him and Kairi and Donald and Goofy will point it out and he'll get real embarrassed about it. I think anyone would be embarrassed about it, but like.. he doesn't really get embarrassed about much else? He kind of takes all his goofs in stride and fully embraces it rather then getting embarrassed.

🎢 - Do they like amusement parks? What’s their favorite ride?

Oh yeah, he LOVES amusement parks, a good bit why being that he y'know. Lives in one. But also he just loves seeing how much joy the thrill of it can generate. As for actually riding them he enjoys them just about as he enjoys anything else. Also journey into imagination sweep he stands his brand strongly.

🎨 - What’s their favorite color?

Not all that surprising, pink! Blue is a second, but not close. Everything else he feels pretty neutral about, except yellow. Fuck the color yellow.

🌙 - What’s their sleep schedule like?

Awful. Literally the worst. Guy hardly sleeps ever because he gets awful, super vivid nightmares, and whenever he does sleep, he gets waken up by something as simple as someone walking past his door. He hardly ever sleeps just in general.

❣️ - What are their love languages?

That's a good question, actually... Physical Touch is a good one just because like. He kind of hates how he is physically.. and also he hasn't really felt proper touch in like, years. Many of them. Many. That and probably words of affirmation as well as quality time - honestly mostly anything that involves really assuring him that he's like.. here, with the person. His issues <3.

🍽️ - What’s their favorite food?

HIS GRUEL!!! HE LIKES HIS GRUEL!!! But seriously I think he enjoys savory foods and then sweet, and like.... I don't know if he's branched out enough food wise to really have a favorite? He probably really likes pies, and he gets those with Snow, so there's that for currently speaking! A lot of the foods he probably branched out with and tried were on pleasure island so he can't really count anything there as a favorite even though he liked a lot of it.

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150401 Singles Magazine

English Translation

Rap Monster’s ‘Real’ Story

When I think of Rapmon, the first thing I think of is when other people would say ‘he’s a genius!’ during your trainee days. Since everyone said that, I just assumed it was so, but on the other hand, I had thoughts of resistance like ‘What? Just what is so amazing?’. 

What do you mean genius… The fact that people look at me like that is like.. It’s probably because I give off the feeling of a philosopher in a small room. I have a lot of thoughts for my age. How the world is, what kind of person I am, what kind of relationship I have with the world… Because I wanted to know things like this, I read Nietzsche, and looked up and read things like Carnegie psychology… Since a young child is having thoughts like that, and it gets expressed through music… that’s why they think I’m a genius.  

Since you’re a 21-year old investigating the existential root and relationship of the world and one’s self-conscience, it seems a bit new. There are many things in the world to be enjoyed simply, and the more simple it is, there’s the aspect of life being easier and more fun, so just why do you have such complicated thoughts? 

It’s kind of like a Middle School 2nd Year syndrome (laughter). But the 2nd year syndrome isn’t only a bad thing. I started writing poetry since my 2nd year of elementary school. Since then, I think I was obsessed with despair and loneliness, and the relationship between my self-conscience and the world. Among the poems I wrote then, there was a poem where I compared myself with a fallen leaf, but I feel enjoyment out of dividing myself and the world, looking into that, and thinking about it. A feeling that feels like I’m living, it feels like I’m doing something. Ah! There are times where I feel like a genius. Times when I think ‘Oh, how did I write this?’. Even after I write it, there are times I get assurance in it being ‘wow!’ quality, and when I show that to people, I sometimes get the same feedback. Although it can be viewed as narcissism, ‘it seems like I have the ability to catch what really touches people’, is the thought I get. But times like that are very short, and most of the time, it’s a repetition of frustration and pain.

Please explain further on your times of failure and pain. People like listening to others’ times of frustration and pain, especially one of a genius (laughter).

Frustration was like, something that came to me hundreds of times a day. I’m currently working on the next Bangtan album, but I worked on my mixtape for awhile. However, the styles between those two are completely different. So I would get stuck at each word and each lyric, then become frustration… For a short story as an example, I only had to make a few words from last night at 9 to this morning, but I just kept doing other things till 2:30 AM. I went online to a community and looked at posts, looked at useless comics, and saw the news… And while doing that, I turned my computer back on at 7 AM and started making it. Once I write it like that and get the thought of, ‘Huh? I like this. I have confidence in this’, then I feel very happy and enjoyable, but that kind of moment doesn’t come easily. That’s why it’s hard. I think like, ‘ah, I know how to do this much, but I can’t even do this’… I wonder if this is the ‘pain of creation’ that people talk about. However, I have to win through it. I need to win through it.

Why are you releasing a mixtape? When I see the path that BTS has walked on during the last few years, I feel like you guys have been fighting the prejudiced thought that ‘Idols are doing hip-hop? Do you guys know hip-hop?’, but is that part of it?

That also is a part of it. When I see GD or Zico hyungnim, they’re very good at doing music, but there are people that still don’t acknowledge them for the sole reason that they are idols. First off, I’m releasing a mixtape because I have confidence, but if there are those who won’t acknowledge that it’s hip-hop even when I’m doing all this, then there’s nothing more I can do… I have a thought like that. 

It sounds a bit like a solemn determination. 

Yes, I’m solemnly determined. My heart’s determined, the songs on my mixtape are determined… (laughter). I personally want to establish myself using this. It would be me personally making a starting point. It’s like a kind of thesis on what kind of person I am that I personally organized. In one word, it’s like I finished the first unit.

Is working on Bangtan’s album much different from Rapmon’s personal music?

It’s different. The music that Bangtan aims for is ‘youth’. Bangtan’s music is where we concentrate on the thoughts and worries that people in their late 10′s and early 20′s would have and speak for them. However, my music is just myself. My music is something that just shows the inner darkness, worries, greed, hideosity, etc that I have. Everything of myself that’s inside of me.. Erm.. It’s very two-faced, lonely, being lonely, wanting to be lonely, and hurting because of being lonely, but that I don’t dislike loneliness just because of that… It has my inner self of wandering around. Also… I think that any person is two-faced, where they can be a devil and an angel… And I think that the person who has both sides to the extreme is me. I don’t want to try and hide that, and wish to show it very well to people through music.

You recently released a collaboration song with Warren G… But I had the thought that thoe who are more interested in Rapmon than in Bangtan would really enjoy that song. How was it like working with Warren G?

There are two things that Warren G told me that I will never be able to forget. The first is, hip-hop is open to any one. Despite what your race is or where you’re from, hip-hop is a type of music that is always ready to give you space for anyone who enjoys hip-hop. So, don’t restrain yourself behind any type of prejudiced thought, and the other one was you’re doing well, so no matter what others say, believe in yourself and do what you want. Although it’s something that anyone says, I think it touched me even more because he was the one to say it to me. He has a habit of saying, “It’s so good.” But I think that it became a sort of spell. Someting like Hakuna Matata. ‘It’s so good’, when I think of that phrase lately, my hearts becomes at rest a bit more.

I heard that you fell for hip-hop at the age of 14 and basically lived at a Hongdae hip-hop performance arena, which led you to where you are at today. 

That’s right. During the days where I went to see performances in Hongdae, Supreme Team was really popular. It was before coming out to the world… At that time, it wasn’t like now where illionaire took over everything, but Jiggy Fellaz, Big Deal, Soul Company, Verbal Jint… various musicians all had their own styles like the Black Turtle, White Tiger, Vermilion Bird, and everyone looked like they were fighting each other, so they were all so cool. Before this, Epik High really gave me a lot of influence. In Korea, Epik High and Garion, in overseas, Nas and Eminem. Those 4 teams set the path of ‘what kind of music I need to do in the future’ for me.

Is there a similarity between those 4 teams?

Although all four have different inclinations, all their lyrics were just so real that I couldn’t help but have the thought that I want to do music like these people too. I thought that they were people who speak of real stories in an even more real way than the actual real story.

I’m curious about the first set of lyrics you wrote. What kind of story it was about, and what kind of real story you talked about. 

Although I don’t remember the title… It was on September in 2007. I made a song through an amateur producer’s beat on Jungle Radio ('Daum' hip-hop community), but I think it was really influenced by Eminem at the time. “Put away the unhappiness mixed with bluffs, and knock down dominoes, I plan to go out like this.” It was something like that. It doesn’t even make sense. Why would you knock down dominoes? Mixing bluffs… (laughter) It was when I was 14, but I think what I wanted to say in conclusion is the same as what it is now. 

Although hip-hop is a genre of music, it seems like a type of religion and philosophy. Just what is hip-hop? Just what is it that guys seem to go crazy over it?

Defining hip-hop is the same as trying to define love. If there are 6 billion people in the world, then there are 6 billion definitions of love, and like that, each definition of hip-hop is different for each person. Of course, it’s possible to give a dictionary definition. In 1970, there was a person called DJ Herc in South Bronx. At a party that he was hosting, he set breaks on a beat and during that break, someone would be rapping, someone would be dancing, and someone else would be doing graffiti… That’s how hip-hop was born, and they call that the 4 elements of hip-hop, but dictionary definitions like these is something anyone knows, but to explain that spirit… In one word, it’s something that can’t be explained. It’s a way that expresses me as well as being a meaning for freedom and rebelling. Because it’s something where people play and have fun with, it can have messages of peace and love placed in it. If you compare it to a Pokemon, it’s like a Ditto. Personally, hip-hop to me is the world. The world that I’m living in… It’s difficult, right? To be honest, it’s still hard for me too. 

Maybe it’s because I don’t know much about hip-hop, but there are many aspects of hip-hop culture or clothing that I’m unable to understand easily. The hanging gold necklaces, gun fires, images like that… I also don’t really understand the term ‘swag’ that is used often.

The culture of shooting guns and doing drugs is not the actual self of hip-hop. It’s just become a by-product that appeared around hip-hop music, it’s not the actual self of hip-hop. Although there’s a certain image that pops up clearly when you think of hip-hop fashion, that’s also becoming something that’s more broad. Look at A$AP Rocky or Kanye West. They don’t wear pants that drag around any more. To understand ‘swag’, you need to understand what kind of meaning ‘making it on your own’ has in hip-hop. Making it on your own is a very cool and important concept in hip-hop. I’ll use Jay-Z as an example. Jay-Z was a drug dealer. He’s someone that sold drugs on the rooftop of a very large stadium called Barclays Center, but he succeeded and bought that building. After buying that building, he dressed up in hip-hop and then went up to the rooftop and looked down at that building. Then they took a picture of that and posted it. After seeing that, everyone died. Kya… Just how cool is that? Jay-Z had a song a long time ago that was called ‘99 Problems’, but he raps “I’m someone with a lot of problems, but I don’t have any problems with women?”, yet he ended up marrying Beyonce later. Isn’t that amazing? Starting off as a drug dealer, becoming the best wealthy person, and marrying the most amazing woman in the world. I think that gives dreams and hopes to men. Showing that off and revealing it to the world is called ‘swag’. Even when they show it off very openly, you can’t hate or dislike it. Because they started from the bottom and made it on their own.

Going back to fashion, the fans’ complaints towards Rapmon’s fashion is quite notorious… (laughter) 

Because I’m really into gothic looks, I only wear monotone colors, but there are fans who dislike it and say that I look like a monk or a magician. I saw a Rick Owens show a few years ago, but it was really cool. I watched it, mesmerized, wondering, ‘what are those black clothes?’. However, gothic look clothing needs not only money, but a lot of courage as well. Just how bad could it be that I would be called a monk. However, I really like this. I think that I’m able to express all the worries and the loneliness that I have through my clothes styling. I feel like I haven’t even dipped 10% into it, but I plan to go to the end.

You have been garnering a lot of interest as a sexy-brained man, but I heard that Rapmon’s ideal type is also a ‘sexy-brained woman’. What kind of woman is a ‘sexy-brained woman’ to Rap Monster?

First off, they have to have their own thoughts and be subjective. Not for something that’s wrong in morals, but they need to be subjective with their own thoughts in order to express that without any discomfort. And while they speak during that process, things like that touch me. In one word, it’s when I feel that I’m able to learn something from this person, I want to know about this person even more, if I talk with this person, I feel like my mind will become richer. Someone who gives off feelings like those is a sexy person. I also like someone who understands loneliness. I hope it would be someone who can respond with ‘Ah, I think I know what you mean’ instead of ‘Why are you always lonely?’ when I speak of loneliness. 

Ultimately, what does Rap Monster want to tell the world through hip-hop, or is there something you want to say to yourself?

I just want to say that I’m like this right now, I’m this kind of person and I’ve lived like this, but I’m having these kinds of thoughts right now. And in the future, I’ll be like this… People want to have assurance towards their existence to no end. I think the reason I do music is that while speaking of my stories through music, I’m able to confirm the reason to my existence. I don’t want to be a petty person,but someone who remains in history. Because it’s a life that you only get one chance with, I want to influence people endlessly, give hopes, and become someone who can become a dream. Until then, I plan to continue on forth. Because that will become something that confirms the worth to my existence to the world and something that can personally confirm myself as to who I am. 

Scans: 취미는사랑

English Translation: YASUIS @ TUMBLR (@ryuveiys)

[calumthoodshands]

Hey, it's meeeeeeee. So yeah, I totally understand what you're saying and I agree. Like these boys actually chose each other to become a part of their lives and they've always been more than colleagues from the very first day and that's the best thing. I guess if they weren't a band, they could've made vlogs and all and it'd still be that full of life and amazing haha.

But I've a question here, does this fandom has the ships? I meant of course there is, maybe, and if yes, is there any one like superior ship? I guess all ships relating to Luke and Mikey might be dead now? And I'm not talking about bromance ships haha. I just want to know the fd better.

Also, I think you can call me Kia, i don't really have a tag as such and infinity is a not-so-great name, I think 👀

Well then hello kia!!

No ur right tho they could be unironically very popular on YouTube if they had made vlogs or smth like… we all know they’re fucking hilarious when they’re together. It’s practically inevitable. But yes your question. This fandom does have ships! There are actually a bunch of fics on ao3 and i for one am one of the many contributors to it (see my pinned post for example. Or my masterlist). I’m not sure where your Luke/Michael assumption is coming from but quite the opposite actually! statistics wise it’s at the top of the ships! From what i’ve heard the ao3 fandom used to be more active, but there are definitely still a lot and definitely very good writers around now. The circle might be smaller, but the quality holds up. Now idk if you know about this, but you mentioned bromance, and that brings me to a different topic actually, bc 5sos is the first fandom i’m in that has, drum roll, bromance fics! And quite a few actually, even ot4 has been a bit more popular lately. There are some extremely cute ones inspired by the show or just simple cute every day situations, and they’re all worth a read i think. 5sos really are such close friends people said ‘yk what. Lemme just write abt that real quick’ and i think… that’s pretty cool.

One thing about this fandom is also — at least in this corner that i’m in (which is also restricted to slash) — that it’s very aware of the fact that slash is rpf. They’re real people. I know a lot of writers who sometimes struggle with that knowledge, bc many have read or heard that rpf is bad or wrong or whatever, but i really think that most writers here have found a good way to handle it, and know how to write them without… stripping them off their humanity and the fact that they’re actual people who deserve respect. It’s a nice thing to know that and be assured, bc i think it is indeed very important to remember that, especially in fic where you could theoretically write whatever. To me, really, it’s not even like i’m actively writing about them, to be honest. How could I really write about them? I don’t know them. Their fic versions to me are characters, i’m making up a character that is based on their irl person, but that’s… where i draw the line somehow. Fic is about creativity and writing stories and characters, and yes they are greatly based on the actual person, but you can never know if what you write what they’re doing is something they would actually do. Another thing in this aspect is also that 5sos straight up… seem to accept it exists? Idk where or in which interview it was. But they’ve never explicitly said that they think it’s dumb or weird or that fans should stop it. If they did say that, i would stop in a heartbeat. But they seem to be okay with it, and they don’t interact with it, so it’s not bothering them, and it’s very much only here on tumblr/ao3, so it’s like… who cares? And there really are some fucking amazing fics out there, no matter if it’s a hundred or two hundred thousand words. There are so many beautiful fics that handle the most interesting stories and issues and honestly, some of them are just straight up better than some books i’ve read. They make you cry and laugh and wish you could feel that feeling every day. If it wasn’t obvious yet, i love fic. So. Did this even answer your question i don’t know i’m sorry sojdlfjsjdl

I hope you have a nice day thank you for coming here i’m enjoying this!! 🧡

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When it comes to treating our furry friends, we want nothing but the best. That's why Lamb dog treats have gained immense popularity among pet owners in Australia and beyond. In this article, we'll delve into the world of Lamb dog treats, exploring their benefits, types, and why they're the top choice for pet parents who prioritize their dog's health and happiness.

Understanding Lamb Dog Treats

Lamb dog treats are exactly what they sound like – treats made from wholesome, minimally processed ingredients. Unlike conventional treats filled with artificial flavors and preservatives, Lamb treats prioritize nutrition and quality. When choosing Lamb treats for your canine companion, it's essential to look for ingredients like real meat, fruits, and vegetables, while avoiding additives and fillers that offer little to no nutritional value.

Benefits of Lamb Dog Treats

The benefits of Lamb dog treats extend beyond just satisfying your dog's taste buds. These treats are packed with nutrients that support your dog's overall health and well-being. Additionally, opting for Lamb treats is also a more environmentally friendly choice, as they often come in biodegradable packaging and are produced using sustainable practices.

Popular Types of Lamb Dog Treats

In today's market, there's no shortage of options when it comes to Lamb dog treats. From dehydrated treats that lock in flavor and nutrients to freeze-dried treats that retain their Lamb goodness, pet parents have plenty of choices to cater to their dog's preferences and dietary needs. Rawhide alternatives are also gaining traction for their digestibility and dental benefits.

Choosing the Right Lamb Treats for Your Dog

When selecting Lamb treats for your dog, it's essential to consider factors such as your dog's age, size, and any dietary restrictions they may have. For example, senior dogs may benefit from softer treats, while larger breeds may prefer treats that provide a satisfying crunch. Always read the labels carefully and opt for treats that align with your dog's nutritional requirements.

Making Lamb Treats at Home

For pet parents who prefer a hands-on approach, making Lamb treats at home is a rewarding option. From simple recipes using pantry staples to more elaborate creations, there's no shortage of homemade treat options to delight your furry friend. Just be sure to follow recipes carefully and avoid ingredients that may be harmful to dogs, such as chocolate and xylitol.

Sourcing Lamb Dog Treats in Australia

Fortunately, finding Lamb dog treats in Australia is easier than ever, with a growing number of local stores and online retailers specializing in high-quality pet products. Look for certifications such as "organic" or "all-Lamb" to ensure you're getting the best for your dog. Additionally, don't hesitate to reach out to fellow pet parents for recommendations on trusted brands.

The Cost Factor: Are Lamb Treats Worth It?

While Lamb treats may come with a slightly higher price tag compared to conventional treats, the long-term benefits far outweigh the initial cost. Investing in your dog's health now can lead to fewer vet visits and a higher quality of life in the long run. Plus, the peace of mind that comes with knowing you're feeding your dog the best is priceless.

Testimonials from Dog Owners

Don't just take our word for it – countless dog owners have experienced the positive impact of Lamb treats firsthand. From improved digestion to shinier coats and better dental health, the benefits speak for themselves. Making the switch to Lamb treats is a decision you won't regret.

Addressing Common Concerns

It's Lamb to have questions and concerns when it comes to your dog's diet. Rest assured that reputable brands prioritize safety and transparency, providing detailed information about their products' ingredients and sourcing practices. If your dog has allergies or sensitivities, consult with your veterinarian before introducing new treats into their diet.

Promoting Dental Health

Dental care is an essential aspect of your dog's overall health, and Lamb treats can play a role in maintaining their pearly whites. Look for treats specifically designed to promote dental health, such as those with ridges and textures that help remove plaque and tartar buildup. Your dog will thank you with a bright, healthy smile.

Sustainability in Dog Treat Production

As consumers become more conscious of their environmental impact, many pet companies are stepping up their game when it comes to sustainability. From using recyclable packaging to sourcing ingredients from ethical suppliers, there are plenty of ways that brands are reducing their carbon footprint. By choosing Lamb treats from eco-friendly companies, you're not only doing right by your dog but also the planet.

Safety Measures for Lamb Treats

When it comes to your dog's health, safety is paramount. Reputable brands adhere to strict quality control standards, ensuring that their products meet the highest safety and hygiene requirements. Look for treats that have undergone rigorous testing and are produced in facilities that prioritize cleanliness and sanitation. Additionally, familiarize yourself with regulatory guidelines in Australia to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.

Introducing Bark with Buster

At Bark with Buster, we're passionate about providing dogs with the highest quality Lamb treats made from locally sourced ingredients. Our commitment to sustainability means that every treat you purchase not only nourishes your dog but also supports eco-friendly practices. Join the Bark with Buster family today and give your dog the gift of wholesome, delicious treats they'll love.

Conclusion

Choosing Lamb dog treats is a simple yet impactful way to enhance your dog's health and happiness. From supporting their nutritional needs to promoting dental health and sustainability, the benefits are clear. Make the switch to Lamb treats today and treat your dog to a lifetime of wholesome goodness.

FAQs

Are Lamb dog treats suitable for all dogs?

While Lamb treats are generally suitable for most dogs, it's essential to consider any dietary restrictions or sensitivities your dog may have. Consult with your veterinarian if you're unsure whether certain ingredients are safe for your dog.

How long do Lamb dog treats last?

The shelf life of Lamb dog treats can vary depending on factors such as ingredients and storage conditions. Be sure to check the expiration date and follow any recommended storage instructions provided by the manufacturer.

Can I feed my dog Lamb treats exclusively?

While Lamb treats can be a healthy addition to your dog's diet, they should not replace balanced meals. Treats should be given in moderation and should not exceed 10% of your dog's daily caloric intake. Be sure to provide your dog with a complete and balanced diet to meet their nutritional needs.

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How to Increase Your Home’s Longevity

A house must stand the test of time. Otherwise, why invest so much money and effort into building one? From the foundation to the roof and everything in between, you want to extend your home’s longevity for as long as possible. The key to achieving this is knowing the expected age of the critical components and properly caring for each. Here are some vital things to consider that will add years to your residence. 

What’s the Life Expectancy of a Home?

Owner-occupied residences have an estimated average 40-year life span. Well-built concrete structures typically last much longer, but you must account for the added wear and tear from household occupants' daily activities. 

Remember that your home is not a single unit but an aggregation of many interconnected components. Certain key factors can impact the house’s integrity and drastically shorten its expected time frame.  

A residential property’s longevity has much to do with the quality of its parts. At first glance, you have the foundation, frame and roofing, all of which have different life spans. Indoor components and appliances also have varying life expectancies, so it’s not always a straightforward calculation. 

7 Effective Ways to Extend Your Home’s Longevity

Barring frequent natural catastrophes, you can improve your home’s average life span by 10%-20% through proactive upkeep. These are the top seven priorities for a longer-lasting abode. 

1. Opt for High-Quality Repair and Replacement Materials 

It’s no secret that quality materials and products last longer. When your house's components need repair or replacement, always go for the best you can afford. You want these things to last decades, so it's only practical to select products that can live up to expectations. 

Pay special attention to the use rate of these components. For instance, you want top-notch flooring for your home’s high-traffic areas, like the living room and kitchen. Choosing a durable floor material like solid hardwood and ceramic tiles — which have life spans exceeding 20 years — is just common sense. 

2. Insist on Professional Workmanship

Skilled labor, whether for a new room addition or a simple repair job, is one of the most critical factors assuring your home’s longevity. The best materials in the world won't matter if the workmanship is lacking. A poorly constructed house will age more quickly. 

Specialized work costs more, but fewer repairs and replacements will save you money in the long run. Additionally, most manufacturers require service professionals to install their products before they can honor warranty claims. 

3. Take Care of Your Roof

As the first defense against year-round harsh elements, the quality of your roof is a determining factor in your house’s longevity. A damaged roofing system threatens its structural integrity. For example, missing shingles or cracked caulking can allow water infiltration inside the walls and down to the foundation. Faulty, clogged gutters can cause basement flooding and warped siding, which shorten your home’s life span. 

You want to ensure your roofing system is built for the environment it’s in and can handle whatever nature throws at it. This requires professional inspections at least once a year and prompt repairs or replacements as needed. If you must install a new roof, consider materials with long life spans, such as slate and metal. 

4. Keep up With Preventive Maintenance 

Taking preventive measures to regularly maintain your home’s structural components is the key to prolonging the service life of your property. Even systems with long life expectancy require regular upkeep. For instance, garage doors can last 30 years, but only through careful usage, biannual inspections and seasonal weatherstripping. 

Preventive maintenance is also essential to improving your home’s value. This is a critical consideration if you’re looking to put your house on the market in the future. 

5. Never Ignore Water Damage 

Water-related issues are incredibly difficult to remediate. This type of damage is particularly dangerous because it can be hard to detect until it’s too late. Left unchecked, a minor leak will worsen until complete replacement of the affected area becomes the only solution. 

Pay close attention to rooms most susceptible to water damage — attic, basement and bathroom. Your basement is particularly vulnerable to flooding since it’s below ground. Once this occurs, the structural integrity of the foundation will be compromised. Take special care of your home’s plumbing system and schedule professional inspections after major storms in your area to ward off problems. 

6. Practice Fire Safety 

Fire damage is one of the biggest threats to your home’s longevity. Even more worrying is the fact that the destruction spreads rapidly, reducing a once-solid structure to rubble within minutes. 

The key is to reduce as many potential fire hazards in your home as possible and have control measures ready where such issues are most likely to occur. For instance, cooking causes around 44% of home fires in the U.S., underscoring the need to be extra careful in the kitchen. Understanding electrical safety principles is important, as overloaded circuits and overheated appliances can easily cause a fire. 

7. Invest in Professional Pest Control

Bugs and rodents aren't just nuisances. These pests can also cause significant damage and shorten your home’s life span. For instance, termites and carpenter ants hide within the walls, causing a surprising amount of damage you might not notice until it’s too late. Rodents can take up residence in your house’s nooks and crannies, eating away at the structure, plumbing and wiring, which leads to expensive repairs. 

Protecting your home against these infestations is essential to increasing its longevity. Regular inspections and professional pest control will also save you a lot of headaches and embarrassment, especially when you have guests over. 

Increase Your Home’s Longevity

Your home will likely be your most significant investment, so you want it to last as long as possible. The last thing you want is to deal with issues that could easily have been prevented and cause unnecessary damage. It takes work, but precautionary measures will help you get the most from your property and extend its life span so future generations can also benefit from it. 

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Everyone loves a good deal. Whether it's a special promotion, a limited-time discount, or a bundled package, offering irresistible deals can incentivize potential customers to make a purchase. Make sure your offers are clear, compelling, and easy to take advantage of.

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