#but have you considered decelerated aging?

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Okay, I know this has come up on Reddit and other places, but I just haven't found any satisfactory explanations or theories to solve the mystery of:

Why is Omega so freaking "tiny"?!

Canonically, she's older than the guys; Tech said she was an unaltered first generation clone and also referred to her as an adolescent. When Order 66 takes place, the first gens are already 13 years old (born in 32 BBY). The Bad Batch season one spans several months, and by the time season two rolls around, it would be reasonable to assume they're 14, or close to it.

Omega is less mature than a typical teenager in many ways, but that is easily explained by how sheltered her life was. She is very insightful though, which is an interesting contrast to her childlike wonder at experiencing new things.

But her physical development has me stumped. Omega is 1.1 m (3'7")...that's the same height as my four year old daughter! Yet, she's supposed to be a 14 year old adolescent.

Look at her standing next to Hera. Hera is 10 years old here (maybe 11 depending on when in the year her birthday is, but she was born in 29BBY). Not only is she a lot taller, she's also clearly a bit further along into puberty than Omega is. I don't know if that's a Twi-lek thing or not, but she definitely looks like an older adolescent. Compare Hera to the animation of Ahsoka when she was 14 and it's even more apparent. Meanwhile, Omega shows no signs of a maturing body. Even her facial structure looks more childlike.

At first I was just going to chalk it up to animators being inconsistent or not being able to properly depict a teenage girl, but now I'm beginning to wonder if there's more to it.

What if Omega's growth has been delayed as opposed to the other clones' growth being accelerated? What if the reason she looks like a seven year old when she's actually fourteen is because she ages half as fast as normal humans? And if that's the case, could that be why the Kaminoans wanted her DNA so bad? Think how marketable it would be if you could sell someone a way to make their natural lifespan twice as long?

It would also explain why Omega sometimes has moments where she has the reasoning capabilities of a teenager (because she does have fourteen years of life experience, such as it was), but retains the playful exuberance of a younger child, because developmentally, she's still seven.

What do you think? Have any of you come across any similar theories that I missed in my brief perusal of the forums?

[leoramage]

Tagged by @charlosgoggles, I was pretty busy and kind of late when I saw the post! I immediately sat down once I had my free time to do this. Thank you for the tag my co-F1 astrology bestie in this app!

name: Leora Mage is actually an anagram of my real name! i am currently using it as a penname and stage name!

sign: my big three is leo-gemini-pisces!

time: its apparently 6:47 p.m. when i started writing this down. 9 p.m. when i finished (i had duties to attend to.)

favourite band/artist: i am the music bestie that listens to anything. you can't pin me down and tell me to list my favorite artists/band! ಠಿ⁠_⁠ಠ anyways here's the following:

solo artists: taylor swift, lana del rey, rihanna, doja cat, britney spears, ariana grande, olivia rodrigo, beyoncé, jennifer lopez, madonna, lady gaga, ava max, camila cabello, qveen herby

bands/groups: in this moment, ghost, the great discord, the neighborhood, the chainsmokers, little mix, blackpink, 2ne1, exo, bigbang, coldplay

bonus: i listen to classical music too (tchaikovsky, mozart, beethoven, etc.)

last movie: burlesque (as in christina aguilera) and house of gucci! i watched it for like a whole bus trip.

last show: house of the dragon! i love rewatching because of sir harwin strong & aemond targaryen!

also drive to survive as well, i was finding the episode fernando was in because i told my mom a local artist here in my country has physical similarities to fernando hahahaha

when I created this blog: i created this blog last year's ummer - solely for my practice, learn knowledge from other practitioners about my craft. i happen to love astrology too so it kind of stuck with me and my theme! i am continuously learning and mastering my craft but at the same time explore more.

other blogs: i have another tumblr blog but i forgotten what was the username but i do believe that i made that blog for roleplaying and posting my photo manipulation for a fandom i used to be in.

do I get asks: not until belle and becca sent me a game! i passed them on to my favorite writers and some to my moot blogs. i was supposed to send one to @charlosgoggles but they do not have their ask on lmfao

followers: 20 blogs are following me. most of them are my moots for sure or bots. idk, i did not check who is following me. i do not check who is following me to be fair (⁠ ⁠◜⁠‿⁠◝⁠ ⁠)

average hours of sleep: 5-6 hours but sometimes longer. i work harder than i sleep.

instruments: guitar, ukelele, piano keyboard, violin. i only have a guitar and keyboard with me and i haven't touched them for ages. i learned how to play the other instruments because of my acquaintances who are passionate about music or simply band members.

what I am wearing: black maxi dress that i made myself!

dream job: i do believe i can be who i wanted to be if i put effort in it. so basically i do not have a dream job.

dream trip: world tour (my work requires a lot of that and isolation from the world. so it's quite a tough journey considering the rough waves of the ocean but anything for the bag of moneh)

favorite song atm: uh i do not have a favorite song at the moment. but i listen to subliminals a lot because they just calm my mind (my brain is so active that i need to decelerate it from thinking about the most obnoxious things) but let me check my most played in spotify... okay it says:

dance the night - dua lipa

tagging: @folkloresthings , @lorarri , @love-belle / @love-bellee , @goldsainz and @opheliaas-stuff because you guys are the sweet ones i had been interacting with for the past few days. i love them sm ฅ[⁠ᓀ⁠˵⁠▾⁠˵⁠ᓂ⁠]ฅ

(p.s. feel free to do in your own comfort 𔘓 much love guys 🤍🩷💕)

[a-flying-fortress]

Slightly odd question but I cant get a definitive answer elsewhere.

What g-force would turn a person into much by literally pulling their tendons and ligaments and cells apart

This is for something I'm to write. Which makes it worse somehow.

well, keep in mind that g-forces are units of gravitational acceleration, as i'm sure you know. i can speak on this really only from the perspective of aviation. a general rule of thumb for the aviator is that g-force is measured as the force of gravity at sea level. this is 9.80665 m/s2 even though aircraft are often flying much higher.

most normal, untrained humans can withstand 2-4 or 2-5 Gs for some time, though not for periods longer than, say, 24 hours on the lower end of that scale. 6 Gs is considered fatal when sustained for too long. fighter pilots only get away with 9-10 g during maneuvering because of training, modern equipment, and the fact that the acceleration should only last for a couple seconds at most. they have special breathing patterns, a lot of fine muscle control, and in modern day are supposed to wear full-body g-suits. we see sometimes that pilots or passengers in aerobatics experience "g-loc" or a temporary loss of consciousness as blood rushes from critical parts of the body when undergoing extreme g-forces.

we have examples of humans surviving g-forces far higher than 9-10 and surviving, such as us air force pilot john stapp, who experienced 46.2 g's. this man lost dental fillings, cracked bones, broke bones, and yet lived to the ripe age of 89 before dying peacefully. another pilot, eli beeding, walked away from a very brief peak acceleration of 86.2 g's. but we've also seen humans expire at less forces and also more.

i would say the real danger is not necessarily the acceleration itself, but the impact, if there is any. it's about the person's position, their acceleration, the duration of the g's experienced, how much of the body is exposed, how trained is the person, are these negative or positive g's (hint: the human body can withstand more positive than negative g-forces)...like there are so many factors dude. and deceleration is also a factor in some cases. this shit is highly confusing and i am certainly no expert.

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Can Men Get Breast Cancer?

Yes, while male breast cancer is rare it is an important condition to understand. In India, this cancerous disease ranges from 0.5 — 1% of all breast cancer cases, which means that for every 1,000 breast cancer patients, only around 5 to 10 are men. The lifetime risk of a man developing breast cancer is approximately 1 in 833, which may be low, but staying informed is important.

This disease mostly affects older men, with the highest rate around the age of 71. Despite its rareness, being aware of male breast cancer can make a difference when it comes to early detection and treatment. This blog, guided by Dr. M.S.S. Keerthi, abreast cancer specialist in Hyderabad, will explore what male breast cancer is, its risk factors, and important signs to look out for. We’ll also discuss how it is detected and treated, providing valuable insights that could be required for your health.

What is Breast Cancer in Men?

Breast cancer in men occurs when malignant( cancerous) tumors form in the napkins of the male breast. Like in women, these cells can start in different sections of the breast, most generally in the tubes( tubes that carry milk to the nipple) or the lobules( glands that produce milk, though these are less developed in men).

Signs and Symptoms of Breast Cancer in Men:

Dr. M.S.S. Keerthi, a renowned cancer surgeon in Kompally, helps patients recognize the importance of identifying signs and symptoms for early discovery and important treatment outcomes. By being aware of the following crucial signs, you can act instantly and ensure timely medical intervention:

A lump or swelling near the nipple or underarm.

Nipple changes (retraction, redness, ulceration).

Nipple discharge, possibly bloody.

Skin changes (redness, scaling, dimpling).

Unexplained pain or tenderness in the breast.

How to Detect Breast Cancer in Men?

Self-examinations: Regularly check for lumps, changes, or abnormalities in the breast tissue.

Physical Examination: Have regular check-ups with a healthcare provider to identify any unusual changes.

Imaging Tests: If symptoms are present, your doctor might recommend a mammogram or ultrasound.

Biopsy: If a lump or abnormality is found, a vivisection may be performed to confirm if it’s cancerous.

Genetic Testing: For those with a family history or known threat procurators, testing for inheritable mutations like BRCA can be considered.

Male Breast Cancer Treatment:

Surgery:

Mastectomy: This is the most common surgery for male breast cancer and includes the discarding of the entire breast to remove the cancerous tissue.

Lumpectomy: Less common in men, this procedure removes only the excrescence and a fragile margin of girding tissue.

Radiation Therapy: After surgery, radiation therapy may be used to destroy any remaining cancer cells in the breast area. This involves targeted high-energy rays and helps to reduce the risk of cancer recurrence.

Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy uses strong medicines to kill cancer cells throughout the body. It’s frequently given for cases where cancer has spread beyond the breast or in situations where the tumor is high-pressure.

Hormone Therapy: For diseases that are hormone receptor-positive ( meaning the cancer cells grow in reaction to hormones like estrogen), hormone remedy can be operative. This treatment involves specifics that either block estrogen receptors on cancer cells or reduce the body’s overall estrogen levels.

Targeted Therapy: This treatment focuses on special molecules or pathways involved in cancer growth. For example, medicines might target proteins like HER2, which are overexpressed in some breast cancers, to inhibit their action and decelerate the tumor of cancer cells. Each treatment plan is personalized based on the cancer’s stage, type, and other individual procurators. Consulting with a healthcare team ensures that the most operative treatment strategy is taken.

Male breast cancer, though rare, requires early concentration and proper care. However, If you’re concerned about this condition. Dr. M.S.S. Keerthi, a leading cancer specialist in Hyderabad with over 15 years of experience, provides expert opinion and compassionate care. With developed techniques in laparoscopic and robotic surgery, she ensures the highest standard of treatment. Do not wait —book an appointment today to address any concerns and receive operative, perfect care.

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Fueling Savings: How to Cut Gas Costs with American Hope Resources

Gasoline prices are a significant expense for many households, and finding ways to cut gas costs can have a substantial impact on your budget. American Hope Resources, a trusted source for financial tips and assistance, offers valuable insights and resources to help you save on gas expenses. In this article, we'll explore practical ways to reduce your fuel expenses with the help of American Hope Resources.

Utilize Fuel Rewards Programs: American Hope Resources recommends taking advantage of fuel rewards programs offered by various gas stations and retailers. These programs allow you to earn discounts, cashback, or loyalty points every time you fill up your tank. By consistently using these programs, you can accumulate savings over time and enjoy reduced gas costs.

Carpool and Rideshare: Pooling resources with coworkers, friends, or neighbors is an effective way to reduce gas expenses. American Hope Resources encourages carpooling or ridesharing with others who have similar commutes or travel plans. Sharing the cost of gas with others can significantly lower your overall transportation costs.

Maintain Your Vehicle: Regular vehicle maintenance is essential for optimal fuel efficiency. American Hope Resources advises keeping your car well-maintained by following the manufacturer's recommended service schedule. This includes regular oil changes, tire rotations, and air filter replacements. A well-maintained vehicle runs more efficiently, ultimately saving you money on gas.

Plan Efficient Routes: American Hope Resources emphasizes the importance of planning your routes efficiently. Avoid unnecessary detours or congested routes that can lead to increased fuel consumption. Utilize GPS apps or devices to find the most direct and traffic-free paths to your destination, reducing both travel time and gas expenses.

Combine Errands: Combining errands into a single trip can help you cut down on unnecessary driving and save on gas. American Hope Resources suggests creating a list of errands and organizing them in a way that minimizes backtracking or additional trips. By being strategic with your errands, you can reduce the number of miles you drive and, consequently, your gas costs.

Drive Economically: American Hope Resources advises adopting fuel-efficient driving habits to maximize your gas savings. This includes maintaining a steady speed, avoiding sudden accelerations and decelerations, and using cruise control on highways. Proper driving techniques can significantly improve your vehicle's fuel efficiency.

Consider a Fuel-Efficient Vehicle: If you're in the market for a new vehicle, American Hope Resources recommends considering a fuel-efficient option. Hybrid and electric cars are known for their exceptional fuel efficiency and reduced carbon footprint. While the initial investment may be higher, the long-term savings on gas can make these vehicles a cost-effective choice.

Use Public Transportation: For those living in urban areas, American Hope Resources suggests exploring public transportation options. Buses, subways, and trains are often more cost-effective than owning and maintaining a car. By using public transportation for your daily commute or outings, you can significantly reduce your reliance on gas.

Telecommute or Work Remotely: In today's digital age, telecommuting or working remotely has become increasingly common. American Hope Resources recommends discussing remote work options with your employer. Reducing your daily commute by working from home, even a few days a week, can result in substantial gas savings over time.

Stay Informed About Gas Prices: Gasoline prices can vary significantly from one gas station to another and even within the same city. American Hope Resources advises staying informed about gas prices in your area by using gas price comparison apps or websites. This information allows you to choose the most affordable gas station when filling up your tank.

Cutting gas costs is a practical way to save money and improve your financial well-being. American Hope Resources provides valuable tips and resources to help individuals and families reduce their gas expenses effectively. By implementing these strategies, you can fuel your savings and allocate more of your budget to other important financial goals.

For additional financial tips and assistance, visit American Hope Resources' website at https://americanhoperesources.com/. Their commitment to providing valuable information and resources can help you achieve greater financial stability and security in your life.

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Cost Per Mile To Drive Helps You Reduce Standard Costs And Better Plan Your Next Trip

Cost per mile to drive is a measurement of how much fuel a conventional automobile needs to travel one mile. This sort of detail is widely used by specialists and vehicle owners to monitor typical deterioration, service intervals, and additional car upkeep. Assessing your estimated expenditures ahead of your departure may allow you to organize your trip better or consider small modifications to the itinerary. Minimize your expenditures and be prepared for the outcome following the per-mile analysis. As a result, the information presented cannot be made of by chance, so if someone understands how to apply it, this could be really beneficial. The positive side is that comprehending such data is simple, and you may readily determine it to obtain essential details on your autos.

HOW USE COST PER MILE DRIVING RATE TO REDUCE YOUR COSTS

Using our cars on a daily basis has become a common practice. We are gradually becoming more dependent on private transportation. This is one of the major reasons why all vehicle owners try to determine their per mile cost of driving. This estimate figure helps us plan our expenses every month. Do you wonder why drivers are interested in knowing this data? Well, it is not only about the money. Sometimes money is not the most important thing, and people use this information to keep their automobiles properly. For instance, MPG – mile per gallon, helps us follow the maintenance schedules, monitor wear and tear, and not miss essential services.

How to calculate your cost per mile to drive? The standard way of creating your personal calculator is to sum up all the car costs that you have during a month. Then, divide your costs by the total mile you have covered during that month. The result will be your CPM.

IS IT IMPORTANT TO KNOW YOUR RATE?

A lot of people wonder if it is really important to know your vehicle’s cost per mile driving. This information is crucial for calculating your taxes. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) constitutes an element of the United States Department of the Treasury and is in charge of executing and implementing federal tax laws, issuing refunds, doing audits, and assisting taxpayers across the country. IRS takes into consideration your vehicle’s mileage, and it could affect your tax charges. Hence, it helps you determine how expensive your taxes will be. 

Moreover, insurance companies always take into account your mileage. They will determine your final rate according to the data. This is why you should also consider this while determining the per mile cost of driving. Collecting and analyzing all the information will save you money and help avoid an extra charge. 

Fuel Efficiency: A Key Factor of Cost Per Mile to Drive

The all-important element of fuel economy is at the core of the cost per mile driving. The performance of your vehicle’s engine, as well as your driving habits, have a considerable impact on the quantity of gas spent each mile. This statistic, which is commonly defined as MPG, shows how far your car can drive on a single gallon of fuel. Vehicles with greater MPG ratings will naturally have a lower cost per mile since they need to be refuelled less frequently.

FACTORS THAT AFFECT THE COST PER MILE

CPM is governed by a number of elements that together decide how much you’ll spend each mile traveled.

Financing Fees: The per mile cost of driving increases if you have a car loan because of the interest you must pay. This is especially important if you’re estimating the standard price of car ownership.

Vehicle type and age: Your per mile cost of driving can be significantly affected by the sort of vehicle you drive. In comparison to previous automobiles, newer ones frequently offer superior fuel consumption and require less maintenance.

Driving Styles: Driving aggressively, often accelerating and decelerating, and cruising at high speeds can all result in higher fuel consumption and wear and tear.

Geographical Location: Depending on labor expenses in your area, gasoline prices, insurance premiums, and even maintenance costs might differ.

HOW TO REDUCE REGULAR EXPENSES

Making wise decisions, employing effective techniques, and performing routine maintenance all contribute to lowering the cost per mile to drive. 

Pick a Fuel-Efficient Car: When buying a new vehicle, go for one that has good fuel efficiency. Look for auttos that are electric, hybrid, or have high MPGs.

Efficient Routes: Use navigation applications to design routes that avoid heavy traffic and needless diversions. Spending time stuck in traffic wastes gasoline and raises your cost per mile.

DIY Maintenance: Learn how to conduct simple maintenance jobs like changing the oil, checking fluid levels, and replacing air filters on your own. This can help you save money on expenditures.

To reduce cost per mile driving Employ fuel-saving systems such as cruise control and overdrive to keep pace on the highways, boosting fuel economy.

keep suitable Tire Pressure: Maintaining adequate tire pressure will enhance fuel economy and longevity of tires.

DRIVING ECONOMICALLY: HOW TO REDUCE YOUR COST PER MILE

Achieving a reduced cost per mile is a financial achievement as well as an ecologically responsible decision. You may drive more economically and considerably lower your per mile cost of driving by combining practical tactics with attentive habits. Each choice you make on the road, from selecting a fuel-efficient car and keeping adequate tire pressure to practising eco-friendly driving and combining trips, adds to your overall costs. Adopting these measures not only reduces the financial burden of ownership but also contributes to a greener and more sustainable future for everybody. With each efficient mile traveled you are benefiting both your pocketbook and the environment.

INCREASING THE EFFICIENCY OF YOUR VEHICLE

One of the most effective methods to lower your cost per mile to drive is to make your automobile more fuel-efficient. There are various approaches that may be used to accomplish this. To begin, maintaining your car in good condition helps enhance its fuel economy. Oil changes, tire rotations, and tune-ups on a regular basis may help keep your car operating smoothly and effectively.

Avoiding extra weight in your vehicle can also enhance the economy. The more gasoline your automobile uses to travel, the heavier it is. As a result, reducing superfluous stuff from your vehicle might help you save money per mile.

Finally, the manner you drive has a big influence on the cost per mile driving  and the fuel economy of your vehicle. Maintaining a constant pace, avoiding sudden acceleration and forceful braking, and utilizing cruise control on highways can all contribute to better performance.

THE FUTURE OF DRIVING: ELECTRIC VEHICLES AND PER-MILE PRICING

Electric automobiles are becoming more popular since they have the capability to drastically cut the per mile cost of driving. While electric vehicles are more expensive to purchase than typical diesel-powered cars, they can be cheaper to maintain due to decreased upkeep expenses.

According to University of Michigan research, the average cost per hour to drive an electric car in the United States is almost half that of a gasoline-powered one. This is largely because energy is less expensive than fuel and electric vehicles require less maintenance.

We may anticipate the standard cost per mile to drive to travel to reduce as more individuals move to green vehicles, and the price of such cars keeps on falling.

THE BEST MILEAGE DEVICE

Miles has a huge influence on our everyday routine, and people pay too much attention to it. This is why every person looks at the car mileage before they buy a new one. 

On the other hand, the German team of SKF created a modern device – the Mileage Blocker. It does not delete already recorded miles. Therefore, you can still calculate the cost per mile driving for your trip. This car gadget has a lot of advantages compared to previously used tools. 

The mileage blocker is untraceable, and nobody could detect the actual mileage data. 

It is made of high-quality materials and works in all weather conditions.

You have several modules to choose from. Hence, you can choose the one that suits you the most.

Mileage blocker has a mobile application, and you can control it from your phone. 

The device comes with easy DIY installation instructions. So you will easily install it without the need for extra help. 

All in all, the mileage blocker is an innovative car gadget that stops the system from counting new miles. You still can calculate per mile cost of driving and save all cents for your future trip.

TAKEAWAY

Cost per mile to drive provides the information of how much fuel a car needs per mile. Automobile owners use their data to determine their maintenance costs during a month. So, if you already own a vehicle, try to detect your CPM and plan your future journeys accordingly.  

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The Time Machine (H.G. Wells, 1895)

H.G. Wells’ The Time Machine is an 1895 novel which tells the story of a whimsical inventor who creates a machine that can travel through time. In his first attempt, he travels three hours into the future. Then, thrusting the lever forward, he accelerates through time faster and faster until the years pass by in the blink of an eye. Deciding to decelerate, he ends up in the alien world of the year 802,701. Upon stopping, he is thrown forcefully out of his machine, landing on a soft grassy knoll. Here he meets a docile and child-like race of creatures known as the Eloi. In his bewilderment, he abandons the time machine and follows the Eloi to a mess hall where he dines on strange and exotic fruits that he’s never seen before. Upon returning to the hill where he left his invention, he is shocked to find that the time machine has disappeared. The Time Traveller resolves to be patient and learn the ways of these mysterious people, as he sees this as his only means of getting back his machine. Over the course of a few days he begins to learn the language of the Eloi and tries to communicate with them, but to no avail. Given how docile and unthreatening the Eloi are, the Time Traveller comes to the conclusion that the beautiful architecture and buildings that he sees around him were constructed long ago, explaining their decrepit and deteriorating state. One morning, while walking through the ruins of what appeared to have been a museum, he has an encounter with a strange red-eyed humanoid species covered in white fur known as the Morlocks. Perplexed by what they are, he asks among the Eloi to try and find out more, but to no avail. The time traveler then finds a well. He peers down into it, and sees the same glowing red eyes he saw in those ruins peering back at him. Convinced now that it’s the morlocks which have his time machine, he descends into the well and is shrouded in complete darkness. He’s soon surrounded by Morlocks and only barely escapes their grasp back into the sunlight. Realizing that he’s ill-equipped to face the morlocks, he determines to find means of fire or arms so that he has a chance at facing them. On the horizon, he notices an oriental looking palace that appears to be made of green porcelain. Traveling to it the next day, he finds a box of matches, and discovers accidentally that the morlocks are afraid of light due to their hundreds of years spent underground. Now knowing that the matches are his greatest hope for finding his time machine, he returns to the knoll where he first landed and makes his way to a white marble statue of a sphinx resting atop a bronze pedestal. Breaking into the statue, he discovers that his time machine had been stowed away inside and escapes back to the present. 

The Time Machine is a pretty short book, with a length of only 100 pages. Despite this, it’s not an easy read for people who are too young since the language used in the book is antiquated and may be difficult to understand for some audiences. This considered, I recommend the book for anyone ages 13 and up as a short and fun book that’ll keep you interested the whole way through.

-Ezra

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Safety First: Tips for Riding Portable Scooters Responsibly

Portable scooters have become increasingly popular in recent years as a convenient and eco-friendly mode of transportation. Whether you're commuting to work, running errands, or simply enjoying a leisurely ride, it's important to prioritize safety when riding a portable scooter. In this article, we will discuss essential tips for riding portable scooters in McAllen, TX responsibly, with a specific focus on.

Familiarize Yourself with Local Laws and Regulations

Before embarking on a scooter ride in McAllen, TX, take the time to familiarize yourself with local laws and regulations regarding scooter usage. Understand the rules for riding on sidewalks, bike lanes, and roadways. In some areas, there may be age restrictions or helmet requirements. By knowing the regulations, you can ensure that you are riding within the legal boundaries and contributing to a safer environment for everyone.

Wear Appropriate Safety Gear: One of the most critical aspects of riding a portable scooter responsibly is wearing appropriate safety gear. Always wear a helmet to protect your head in case of a fall or collision. Additionally, consider wearing knee pads, elbow pads, and wrist guards to provide extra protection. Reflective clothing or accessories can also enhance your visibility, especially when riding at night or in low-light conditions.

Conduct a Pre-Ride Inspection: Performing a pre-ride inspection is essential to ensure that your portable scooter is in optimal condition. Check the tires for proper inflation and any signs of damage or wear. Test the brakes to ensure they are functioning correctly. Examine the handlebars, lights, and any other relevant parts of the scooter for any loose or broken components. By conducting a thorough inspection, you can minimize the risk of accidents caused by mechanical failures.

Be Mindful of Pedestrians: When riding a portable scooter, it is crucial to be considerate of pedestrians. Respect their right of way, especially when using shared sidewalks or pedestrian paths. Always yield to pedestrians, slow down when passing them, and maintain a safe distance to avoid collisions. By showing courtesy and respect to others, you contribute to a harmonious and safe riding experience for everyone.

Follow Traffic Laws and Signals: Portable scooters are subject to the same traffic laws and signals as bicycles and motor vehicles. Obey traffic signs, signals, and lane markings, just as you would when driving a car. Signal your intentions to turn or change lanes, and always ride in the same direction as the traffic flow. By adhering to traffic laws, you reduce the risk of accidents and ensure a smooth flow of traffic.

Be Aware of the Surroundings: Maintaining awareness of your surroundings is vital for safe scooter riding. Keep a lookout for potential hazards such as potholes, debris, or uneven surfaces. Stay alert for opening car doors, pedestrians crossing unexpectedly, or other vehicles making turns. Being aware of your surroundings allows you to react quickly and avoid dangerous situations.

Ride Smoothly and Responsibly: To ride a portable scooter responsibly, it is essential to maintain a smooth and controlled riding style. Avoid sudden or erratic movements that can startle pedestrians or drivers. Accelerate and decelerate gradually to maintain stability and prevent accidents. Always ride at a safe speed, adjusting it based on the conditions of the road and the presence of other users. Park Responsibly: When you reach your destination, park your portable scooter responsibly. Look for designated scooter parking areas or bike racks to ensure you are not obstructing pedestrian pathways or causing inconvenience. If no designated parking is available, park the scooter in a way that does not impede foot traffic or create hazards for others.

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Can you use a trickle charger on an electric golf cart?

Electric golf carts have become increasingly popular in recent years thanks to their eco-friendliness and the ease of use they offer on the golf course. Anyone who owns an electric golf cart needs to consider how to keep their golf cart batteries charged effectively. This is where trickle chargers come into play! But can you use a trickle charger on an electric golf cart? In this blog post, we'll explore everything you need to know about using a trickle charger for your golf cart batteries, including what it is, why you should use one, how to do it safely and effectively, and more! So read on if you want to ensure your lithium, 12-volt, or 48-volt Dakota lithium battery stays at peak performance all season long!

What is a trickle charger?

A trickle charger is a device used to maintain a battery's charge over an extended period. It provides a low-level electrical charge to the battery, keeping it from losing its charge completely when not used.

These chargers are typically small and compact and can be left connected to the golf cart battery for long periods without causing any damage or problems. They're often used for vehicles or equipment that aren't used frequently, such as boats, motorcycles, lawnmowers, and electric golf carts. 

Trickle chargers work by supplying a constant low-level current to the battery at all times. This maintains the voltage level of the battery while preventing it from being overcharged or overheated. 

One key advantage of using trickle chargers on your golf cart batteries is that they help extend their lifespan. By keeping them charged even when you're not using them regularly during off-seasons, etc., you reduce strain on each 24-volt LifePo4 Dakota lithium cell and prevent premature aging caused by unnecessary discharging cycles. 

Overall, trickle chargers are an excellent investment for anyone who wants to keep their 12-volt or 48-volt golf cart batteries in top shape to perform optimally every time you hit your favourite greens!

What is an electric golf cart?

An electric golf cart is a vehicle designed to carry golfers and their equipment around the golf course. As the name suggests, it runs on electricity rather than gasoline or diesel. The lithium golf cart batteries that power an electric golf cart can be charged from a standard electrical outlet using a charger specifically designed for this purpose. 

Electric golf carts are becoming increasingly popular due to their low environmental impact and operating costs compared to gas-powered carts. They offer quiet operation, zero emissions, and lower maintenance costs since they have fewer moving parts. 

In addition to transporting golfers and their gear around the course, electric golf carts have other uses, such as transportation in communities, parks, resorts, airports, and other areas where short trips are required. 

Most modern electric golf carts have advanced features such as regenerative braking systems, which help conserve energy during deceleration. Some models even feature lithium-ion batteries, which offer greater range and faster charging times than traditional lead-acid batteries. 

An electric golf cart offers many advantages over its gasoline counterpart, making it an attractive option for those who want a more eco-friendly mode of transportation while enjoying time outdoors and golfing.

Why would you use a trickle charger on an electric golf cart?

You might consider using a trickle charger on your electric golf cart for a few reasons. Firstly, if you have a lithium-ion battery in your golf cart, keeping it charged properly is important. Lithium batteries can be particularly sensitive to overcharging or undercharging, and they need to be kept at the right voltage level for optimal performance.

Secondly, if you're not using your golf cart regularly (for example, during the winter months), it's important to maintain the charge on your battery so it doesn't completely die. A trickle charger can help keep the battery topped up without overcharging it.

Thirdly, if you're planning on storing your golf cart for an extended period (months or even years), then a trickle charger is essential for maintaining the health of your battery. Over time, batteries will naturally discharge and lose their power capacity, but with a trickle charger connected during storage periods, this process can be slowed down significantly.

There are various reasons why using a trickle charger could benefit those who own an electric golf cart, from extending the life of their batteries to ensuring consistent performance throughout regular use and long-term storage periods.

How do you use a trickle charger on an electric golf cart?

You first need to locate the battery compartment to use a trickle charger on an electric golf cart. Once you have located it, remove the cover and clean up any debris or dirt that may have accumulated there. 

Next, connect your trickle charger's negative (black) clamp to the negative terminal of your golf cart's battery. Then, attach the positive (red) clamp of your trickle charger to the positive terminal. 

Be sure you use a compatible charger for your 12 volt golf cart batteries type, such as lithium or lead-acid batteries. If you're unsure which one to choose, refer to your owner's manual or consult a professional technician. 

Set the voltage output on your trickle charger according to the manufacturer's instructions and plug it into an electrical outlet. Your charging time will depend on how low the battery is and what type you're charging. 

It is important not to overcharge your golf cart batteries when using a trickle charger; doing so can damage them permanently. Always monitor their progress carefully and remove them from charge once they reach full capacity. 

Remember: proper maintenance is key to extending the life of your electric golf cart batteries!

Are there any risks to using a trickle charger on an electric golf cart?

Using a trickle charger on an electric golf cart can be convenient, but it's important to understand the potential risks involved before proceeding.

 One of the main risks is overcharging the battery. Since a trickle charger delivers a low current over an extended period, there is a risk that it will continue charging even after the battery is fully charged. This can lead to damage or a reduced lifespan for your golf cart batteries. 

Another potential risk is a fire hazard due to overheating caused by long-term charging. If you're using an old or damaged trickle charger, it may not have safety features built-in, which could cause serious problems. 

Furthermore, improperly using a trickle charger or leaving it unattended for extended periods can lead to acid buildup and corrosion on your terminals, which could further reduce your battery life span. 

To avoid these risks, use only high-quality and reliable chargers designed specifically for lithium golf cart batteries, such as Dakota Lithium Batteries, that come with protective features like automatic shut-off when the full charge has been reached and temperature monitoring sensors. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions carefully, and never leave the charger unattended while in operation.

Conclusion

In summary, using a trickle charger on an electric golf cart is a safe and effective way to maintain the battery's charge level. Trickle charging allows for a slow, steady charge that won't damage or overcharge the battery. However, it's important to use the correct type of charger for your specific golf cart battery. 

Whether you have 12-volt golf cart batteries or 48-volt golf cart batteries, many options are available on the market today. Dakota lithium and LifePo4 batteries are popular choices due to their long-lasting power and durability. 

Taking care of your golf cart battery with regular maintenance, such as using a trickle charger, can save you money in the long run by extending its lifespan and preventing expensive replacements. So don't hesitate to invest in a reliable trickle charger for your electric golf cart today!

[farzanatrading]

A list of healthy snacks that you should consume.

Kale Crisps

High in fiber and iron, kale has come one of the most popular vegetables out there. Still, you'll be consuming around 30 percent less stiff carbs, as well as adding the benefit of eating one of the utmost nutrient- thick foods available, If you head for the bag of home-homemade crisps rather than the potato- grounded volition.

Kale crisps are awfully easy to produce and like the regular potato interpretation, can be made to taste. By cooking them for a many twinkles in a hot roaster you can add spices and flavours to taste. Why not sprinkle some paprika and cayenne pepper on top for an added fat- fat-fighting?

Nuts and seeds

When it comes to nuts, you have a great selection of tastes, sizes and benefits that make them a welcome addition to your healthy snack hinder.

Walnuts

Containing the amino acid l- arginine, walnuts are great for anyone suffering with heart complaint and eating them can help to ease the threat of both prostate and bone cancer. Walnuts are crammed full of antioxidants, which are pivotal for good health, while also helping you to combat the aging process and decelerating any age- related deterioration.

Packing neuroprotective composites like vitamin E, melatonin and omega- 3 fats, the walnut’s composition has been shown to support a good brain health.

Almonds

Almonds are some of the most nutritionally salutary seeds available. Packed full of antioxidants, almonds help cover against oxidative stress which contributes to aging and conditions like cancer.

To take in the most health benefits, conclude for almonds with the skin on – this is where utmost of the antioxidants are set up. These little seeds are one of the stylish sources of vitamin E amongst any type of food available, with one ounce furnishing 37 per cent of your diurnal input.

 Berries

Packed full of antioxidants, berries are extensively considered to be one of the healthiest foods you can eat. Like nuts, the variety offers itself to nearly everyone and their vibrant colors make them appealing to both the eyes and stomach.

Blueberries

Blueberries have come one of the most popular berries available, courtesy of how many calories they've compared to the positive nutrients they offer. High in fibre, vitamins C and K as well as Manganese, 85 of the berry is actually water, meaning that a mug will only bring you around 80 calories. Blueberries are officially kingliness in the antioxidant world, having the loftiest capacity of all fruits and vegetables.

Fighting the aging process, these little berries reduce any DNA damage that your body may have suffered which will cover you against cancer in the future.

Farzana allows you to order homemade, delicious, traditional Hot Snacks online and have them delivered to your door in Dubai.

[sweatytacogentlemen]

The Advanced Guide To Tulsi Green Tea

Listed here are ten well being advantages of consuming black tea:

one. Studies go on to indicate that tea is excellent for yourself, and it has some wonderful health Qualities that can't be disregarded.

two. Black teas have antioxidants which reduce the destruction attributable to free of charge radicals which can lead to many conditions.

3. Consuming black teas will help to scale back the potential risk of heart assaults and strokes, as it can help to increase the arteries, which boosts blood movement to the guts.

4. Analysis has proven the black tea can be employed in the fight in opposition to most cancers.  Attributes with the tea decelerate the growth of cancerous cells without destroying wholesome cells.

five. Tea is likewise thought that will help to delay the aging method.  At present there are various anti ageing creams and lotions that incorporate tea extracts that can help the skin glimpse more youthful.

six. Ingesting black tea may help to burn fat and increase metabolism.  This makes it an excellent consume for individuals who want to get rid of fat, or who work out routinely.

seven. Drinking tea including black and eco-friendly tea will help to lower negative cholesterol and will increase very good cholesterol

8. Tea is made up of fluoride, which may enable to circumvent tooth decay by strengthening tooth enamel.

9. For those people with diabetic issues, consuming tea will help to decrease glucose levels, that may reduce the risk of cataracts, along with other problems brought about by diabetic issues.

ten. Investigations have demonstrated that the key benefits of black tea are lessened when milk is included.   So, to be able to take advantage of the remarkable wellness advantages of this tea, It can be advised that you don't consider your tea with milk or sugar.

There are plenty of different loose teas to pick from that you will not get bored. In addition to black, Why don't you consider white and environmentally friendly tea? Many individuals don't make these kinds of teas appropriately, Which explains why lots of people don't like loose tea.  By using a tea machine, you may organic tulsi green tea assure that you'll be receiving the drinking water temperature along with the steeping time ideal, it is possible to be reassured you are getting the health and fitness benefits of black tea.

Drinking just 3-five cups of black tea day by day can convey about these overall health Added benefits.  In the event you consume tea now, Why don't you change to black or eco-friendly tea, and find out if that increases your health and fitness and effectively becoming.   By starting to consume black, eco-friendly or white tea nowadays, ingesting healthily, and obtaining normal workout, you could considerably decrease the dangers of great medical problems. If you are not presently a tea drinker, What exactly are you looking forward to?

For many decades inexperienced tea continues to be applied as conventional drugs. It has been thoroughly used in China, Japan, India, and Thailand that will help in healing wounds, advertising and marketing digestion, managing bleeding, regulating overall body temperature and modulating blood sugar. Unsurprisingly, quite a few have reported that ingesting the herbal extract can be quite beneficial to our overall health.

Inexperienced tea merchandise and health supplements are obtained through the leaves in the tea plant Camellia sinensis. To restore most in their therapeutic Qualities inexperienced tea leaves are steamed and so they must be below minimum exposure of oxidation. Inexperienced tea health supplements can be found in a variety of forms which includes extracts, capsules, tablets and herbal teas. Lately the nutritional supplements have also been launched for managing Persistent health problems like diabetes and cancer.

Whilst in purple wine There's a robust antioxidant referred to as resveratrol, in inexperienced tea You can find also a potent antioxidant called Epigallocatechingallate (EGCG). Resveratrol is usually a mystery why the French Use a reduce incidence of coronary coronary heart ailments despite their fatty diet plan. Curiously, scientists uncovered that Epigallocatechingallate (EGCG) is considerably more potent than resveratrol. EGCG explains why the volume of heart illnesses in Japanese Guys is limited While A lot of them are smokers.

Although the prospective advantages of consuming green tea are noteworthy, A lot of them haven't been tested by scientific investigation. Nonetheless, some investigation has attributed the herbal extract with the next wellness advantages:

• It treats several sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis

• It treats various infections.

• It treats blood pressure level, heart attacks, and stroke.

• It helps prevent cancer and slows down its development.

• It stops degenerative disorders such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.

• It neutralizes the overspread of cost-free radicals in your body.

• It decreases the bad effects of LDL or poor cholesterol.

• It raises the metabolism of the body.

• It encourages the scab formation if used directly to a wound.

• It prevents tooth decay by destroying bacteria producing dental plaque.

• It can assist somebody to shed fat in the way that it slows down the whole process of pounds achieve.

Though ingesting green tea is considered Protected ad organic, it is crucial to get goods made out of the herbal extract beneath the doctor's supervision or with care, due to the fact like every thing else it may well create Unwanted side effects. Keep in mind that the primary worry with having an excessive amount of green tea is too superior content material of caffeine and pure phenol substances. Among the disadvantages of environmentally friendly tea are:

• The caffeine of it may possibly move into breast milk producing snooze-associated challenges in nursing infants. That is definitely why https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/?search=tulsi green tea all through pregnancy and lactation Women of all ages will have to steer clear of consuming environmentally friendly tea health supplements,

• It could possibly induce the too much abdomen acid generation in order that whoever has delicate stomachs have to prohibit their tea usage to stay away from detrimental consequences, like a reduction in appetite, heart burn off and diarrhea.

• Its contained caffeine is risky for those who have coronary heart and substantial hypertension issues. These types of people should really go ahead and take decaffeinated the tea to get the benefit of it to deal with their ailments.

• For weight loss it is not the only and ultimate Remedy as it can not act quickly. It cannot be anticipated to create all Body fat disappear.

• Too much caffeine from it might cause insomnia nausea, or Repeated urination.

• Even though the normal phenol substructures from the tea are helpful in blocking heart problems and cancer, if consumed in very large total, they perhaps could potentially cause kidney and liver destruction because of the toxicity.

Thinking about the advantages and disadvantages of eco-friendly tea plainly retaining ingesting it to get quite a bit of benefits is good but consuming more by getting dietary supplements could induce the dangers. Taking up to ten little cups of the tea each day is all proper but taking dietary supplements that contains around 50x as much organic phenol substances as someone cup of tea can be extremely problematic.

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[brown-little-robin]

Oooooh 4 and 14 for the fanfic ask game!!!

4: What’s your favorite line of dialogue?

“I’m not a ‘growing boy’, I’m a hyper-decelerated clone.”

This is one of Thad's quips. He says it in response to Helen saying "Come eat dinner! You're a growing boy!" or something normal like that. And he grumbles this at her.

For context, he thinks he's dying of a genetic disease, so the whole clone thing is weighing on his mind. But it's an unusually forthright moment from him. "A growing boy" has a familiar sense to it: eat, eat, you're our boy and you're growing! Thad feels the need to correct this assumption. He's not growing. He takes 43 years to age 1 year. He's not their boy. He's a clone of their boy. It's clever, it's spiteful, it's matter-of-fact, it's true, and it's kind of also a cry for help.

It was really hard to choose; I had a couple other lines that I felt were particularly poignant and in-character, but this is the one that lives rent-free in my brain. I'm not a growing boy, I'm a hyper-decelerated clone.

14: Is there anything you wanted readers to learn from reading this fic?

An appreciation for life. I linger in this on the very small moments: the hot showers, the movie parties, the smallest touches, the most inconsequential moments. Thad is very old and cynical and has almost no experience of the world; he grew up in virtual reality and then in a metal box, and his best and only friend was a robot, and his only purpose was his mission. And then he gets to live... just live... and he's so amazed by everything that it dips it in magic and makes me, at least, appreciate all the things he loves in my day-to-day life.

I started thinking about, then writing this fic when I was particularly depressed, and I needed Thad to love life in order for me to reach through the fog and enjoy anything. Anything at all. It started with the showers. I remember when I wrote chapter two, wrote "He hasn’t felt so warm since he left the speed force", and I took a shower and it was suddenly a gift, a luxury, not just another daily drudgery. It was magic.

Ways to live with mental illness. I struggle with depression, along with some other things, like sensory issues. I first considered mental illness as something I might have / something I could address after reading batfam fanfiction. Fanfiction put a face to depression in the form of Tim Drake, a face to sensory issues in the form of Jason Todd... it lets mental illness not be clinical and frightening, but human, with lots of individual ways to live with the conditions. Fanfiction brought me a lot of... almost "folk knowledge" of mental illness; practical, lived-in knowledge. I'm bringing my own lived experience of mental struggles to the fanfiction in as honest a way as I can.

In some ways, this fanfiction is a tribute to all the good I have received from fanfiction, understanding of mental illness being one of the big ones.

I hope the fanfiction reflects God's grace. The overflowing undeserved love that God gives us... the way he draws people to him and saves and sanctifies them... maybe Thad's story will mythologize that in some way. I hope so.

Also, cool penguin facts!

[viltrumitesuperboy]

Race You There (Steve Rogers x Reader)

Gender neutral. Also I kinda wrote some stuff that sounds like Doctor Who sorry but yall got the same abilities. I could have made this longer but I don’t actually know how to write?

Requested by: anon Could you possibly write a Steve Rogers x Male Reader, who has the power to move through time and space, and also has decelerated aging? Maybe Steve could realise the reader seems familiar and the reader reveals that he saw Steve back in the 40s because of his power, and then lots of fluff and cute romance?

Word count: 1268

You traveled a lot. You'd seen so much in the future and the past. You learned to blend in and hide, how to take the attention away from being the center of attention. It was hard to stay in one place for too long because there was just so much to explore, and making long-term friends was difficult when they noticed you weren't ageing and knowing that you would see their death without ever having to jump in time.

You were currently in 1940's Brooklyn. It was just before they would have to fight in the Second World War. You liked New York. People ignored you in New York, so it was easier to get around. A lot of alleys meant finding secret places that would eventually become something else just as secret in the future. The mystery left you wanting more.

As you slipped into an alley to grab some clothes off of a clothesline, you heard loud footsteps running somewhat in your direction. You barely managed your way through the alley in the night.

"I don't like bullies," said the first voice. "Especially ones who do it through organised crime."

The response was laughter, probably because the first person sounded like a hero complex personified, and sounds of a fist fight got you moving without grabbing any clothing.

"Hey!" you called.

The three men turned to look at you, the smaller and shorter one still in a defensive position as he watched at the other two warily. You tried to adopt a typical 40's New York accent.

"Get outta here. Or I'll call Costello on ya."

The two men looked very afraid, but one looked a bit doubtful.

"I'm his right hand man. You want me to let him know that you're just picking on some kid instead of doing your job? Go on."

They ran off, and the smaller man looked at you with curiosity.

"Costello? Like Frank Costello, crime boss? You know him," he said, though the last question was more like a statement.

"Of course not," you scoffed, slipping back into your usual accent. "I was bluffing. Hoped it would get them away. You know, I don't really like bullies either."

He laughed and held out his hand. Something about his face was familiar. You took it and he gripped with the strength of anyone else, despite his small size.

"Steve. I'm supposed to leave with my friend, but I might have gotten into some trouble a bit earlier than I meant to," he sheepishly admitted.

"Well, don't let me hold you back. You're lucky you got out of that. Don't expect my help again," you lightly teased.

You shook his hand once and let go, walking away and ignoring his questions as you left him behind. You've interfered enough with the poor boy's situation, and you had a feeling that Costello wouldn't be too happy once word got around that someone claimed to be his right hand man.

———

You'd gone further back in time. Your existence was kind of a paradox already, but you were fixing timelines just by being there at the same time. A quick visit to Galileo explaining how to adjust his telescope allowed him to see what the rest of the world never had before. You told him to take the credit, as history marked him to have done. You took a visit to Venice, considering you were already there, taking in the sights before you had to leave again.

You took your time going to different places on Earth and even other planets, but you always came back because it just happened to be your home. Sometimes you could control your power. Other times the universe chose for you.

You were pulled ahead into New York, but this time in 2012. You narrowly missed an arrow to the face. You cursed the universe briefly. You ran towards a parking lot, where the Avengers had decided to stand in a circle, backs to one another with a crowd of aliens around them.

"My god, what kind of strategy is that?" you mumbled to yourself.

You materialised into a middle part of the crowd and using your power to create a forcefield that knocked out a few around you. You remembered a point when Scott Lang and Hope Van Dyne had to deal with "Ghost," who you had only seen for a bit. You tried to fight in a similar way, appearing and disappearing in different spots. When you got knocked into the ground from a badly timed jump, you reminded yourself to find Ghost and try to learn from her.

"Get out of here!" Captain America himself shouted, throwing his shield into the Chitauri's neck.

"No!" you stubbornly responded, jumping back into the heat of battle.

He looked surprised for a second looking at you, but you had jumped away, knowing you would need to help Natasha with the portal in a moment.

The rest of the events leading up to the need for renovations in the entire city had you sitting in a shawarma place with the Avengers. You passed by the Hydra agents that were just doing their job on your way down, but you knew they'd be taken down in a few years. They were making small talk with each other now that they had finished their meals, the owners of the restaurant giving them the special treatment that they would obviously get.

Tony was fascinated by your powers, and Bruce tried to hide his excitement but he was practically shaking in his seat as well. Neither had heard much about travelling through time and space before, and in the name of science it was something they would have loved to study. You took their offer when they said they'd wanted to learn from you, since you didn't know much about it yourself. Then Captain America himself decided he had something to say about the situation.

"I know you, don't I?" Steve said from across the table. "I know I've seen you before."

"In the 40's. You're the tiny kid, right?" you confirmed. "Nice to know you're all grown up now. Took you all of 70 years."

The rest of the group laughed at your comment, but the smile on Steve's face was pleasant and not at all upset.

"Thanks for helping me out back then."

"Well, wasn't too long ago for me. I just wait to get pulled around like a puppet on a string really," you sighed. "On that note, I have someone I need to visit."

Ghost was likely active a few years ahead of now. You didn't keep around a book or anything in case of causing a problem. You stood up and left the table without a goodbye.

"Wait!"

You had just reached the curb of the sidewalk as Steve ran up to you. His hand brushed your arm before holding your hand in his.

"Will I see you again?" he asked quietly.

You paused, studying his face as you remembered the future you had seen. You had read enough books to know that you and Steve would go on adventures and share your lives together for a very long time. You smiled fondly and squeezed his hand.

"How fast is your metabolism?" you asked

"Pretty fast. Why?" he replied, his brows furrowed.

"I'll give you 10 minutes to get to your room in Stark's tower. Race you there."

You pressed a kiss to his cheek and pulled your hand away quickly. His bright smile stayed in your mind as you ran into the street, disappearing as you went.

[greatqueenanna]

Olaf's role in the Frozen Franchise.

Although most of the Frozen Fandom, on and off the internet and of any age, love and know how important Olaf is to the Frozen Franchise - there are still many people who are not absolutely obsessed with Frozen (I know, shocking right? Haha) who don't understand what Olaf's significance or purpose is in the Franchise. Many don't understand why he's there, and many find him very annoying and pointless.

Since I haven't really sat down to write out a full analysis on Olaf, I think it's about time I discuss why Olaf is important and what exactly he represents in the Franchise. Of course, there are many analysis blogs that talked about this, But I wanted to throw in my two cents and maybe refresh some old ideas!

~The Bond~

When we first 'unofficially' meet Olaf in Frozen, he was being built by the sisters. The funny thing is, is when Elsa was building Olaf, it seemed as though she was trying to actually build an Anna snowman, as Anna is seen making a funny face - as if to act as a model for Elsa to reference.

Then, Elsa turns him around and says his name is Olaf, and Anna responds with a deceleration of love -

"I love you Olaf!"

-and a big hug. But then, she immediately looks at Elsa, as if what she really means is -

"I love you Elsa!"

However, when the accident happens and Elsa starts to freeze the ballroom, we see that her magic destroys the first Olaf snowman. As if to say that all the happiness that the girls were experiencing is now coming to an end.

Here, in the very first scene, we get a very clear picture of what this Snowman is meant to represent. As Jen Lee states in the Script notes interview, Olaf is meant to represent the sister's love for each other. As we see in these scenes, Elsa makes Olaf with Anna as a reference, Anna declares she loves him while looking at Elsa, and then the snowman is destroyed by uncontrolled magic.

This follows exactly how things turn out in the film itself, how the girls are close and love each other initially, but fear comes in and destroys their relationship.

Later on in the film, the first thing Elsa builts when she finally feels a sense of freedom is the Olaf we know and love. However, as a side note, he is still connected to this first snowman, as we see in Once Upon a Snowman (2020). He hears what the girls had said to that first Olaf and figures out his name and what he likes.

Elsa builts Olaf first because what she wants more than anything is the freedom to get to know and be around Anna, although she might not consciously know it at the time. If you count the Broadway and soft canon like I do, then we know this is very true from the song Dangerous to Dream.

And could I open up the door? And finally see you, face to face I guess the queen can change the rules But not the reasons they're in place.

I can't be what you expect of me And I'm not what I seem But I would love to know you Is it dangerous to dream?

Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017) focuses heavily on the idea that Olaf represents Anna and Elsa's love for one another. Since Olaf represents that love, he is bound and determined to find a tradition that the two can have. Of course, we learn that Olaf himself is their tradition since they share drawings and crafts of him every Christmas.

The importance of this is that it shows that Anna and Elsa also recognize that he represents their love, as they used him to keep them connected over the years even though they were apart.

~Personalities~

Something that is very curious that also cements this idea is how Olaf actually has the personality traits of both sisters.

He is goofy and reckless like Anna, running immediately into things without giving it a second thought. He even is seen saying some of the same things she said as a child.

"The sky's awake!"

"Ahta-who-what?"

Olaf also shows Anna's unconditional and sometimes naive love. He immediately assumes Elsa is good even though he witnesses her ice spike going through him, much like how Anna immediately trusts Hans even though she barely knows him. He also lets himself into Elsa's palace without any caution, similar to how Anna tries to get close to Elsa during FTFTIF Reprise, even though she's surrounded by magic.

When it comes to Elsa, Olaf sometimes displays a certain sarcastic side that fans often attributed to Elsa. When he sees Kristoff talking to rocks, he immediately announces that he's crazy and is very judgmental. Much like how Elsa saw him in the ice palace and asks who he is before going back to her panic. Then, in Olaf's Frozen Adventure (2017), he immediately judges Kristoff again when he says -

"You're a princess. You don't have to settle."

This mirrors Elsa's overall disgust at Kristoff licking his sculpture and inviting them to the same.

He also shares Elsa's curiosity - Elsa is shown to be a very curious person who wants to know more about herself, and later the Enchanted Forest. She wants to test the limits of her powers in Frozen, and then later wants to know where they come from in Frozen 2. In the book A Sister More Like Me, which I also consider soft canon, she is also shown to have an interest in learning, as we see her surrounded by books and learning geometry.

This matches with Olaf's overall curious nature as well. As Soon as Olaf learns to read, he reads countless books and recites many facts. Of course, we know that in Forest of Shadows (2019), Anna also enjoys reading but becomes a bit more cautious with her curiosity in Frozen 2.

Also, like both Anna and Elsa, he has the same fear of change. He questions if anything is truly permanent and is always concerned with the inevitable. It's almost as if he evolved with the sisters and developed their same fears as he got 'older'.

Olaf also shares his selfless nature with both sisters, as he tells Anna that some people are worth melting for. Anna and Elsa both share this sentiment, as they both sacrifice themselves for people they care about.

Olaf being a bit of both sisters is supported by the Broadway as well, in the song A Little Bit of You.

Oh! So we'll build him back together Yes, together, that's the key 'Cause he's a little bit of you and me.

[flashfuture]

I don’t read much flashfam content, but I’m trying to get a better idea of their power sets. The dc wiki mentions that speedsters have “decelerated aging” and that it extends to their loved ones. Do you know how this works/affects the characters? How old could someone get? Who’s considered a loved one by the speed force? Also if this is too much to tackle feel free to ignore it!

Ah so essentially this was hand wavy bullshit to explain why Joan Garrick looks 60 even though she was in her 20s in the 1940s.

So the longer you are around a Speedster who loves you the more the speedforce energy absorbs into you

The idea being it keeps you the lightning rod with your speedster for longer. Cause technically Speedster could live forever in the sense death is not permanent for them

So Joan stays young. In Final Crisis Iris was like a 40 year old woman and when Barry came back she was de-aged to her early 30s like Barry so them and Wally and Linda looked the same.

(Total copout let Barry have a hot milf wife)

Anyways I think it should affect all lightning rods so Dick is one for Wally and Hal should be another one for Barry. But it technically hasn't in canon.

It's all speedforce stuff which is how they explain a lot of their bs lmao

[para-imperium]

Horizon: Salvaged Heroes Ch. 2

Just over a month later, Tanya Loter gazed down at the radar readout of the Dustbin as it approached the strange object that had mysteriously appeared at the edge of the Tiere system. She took the distance reading and compared it to their rate of deceleration and breathed a sigh of relief, they’d be slowed to a standstill just before hitting the edge of the debris cloud surrounding the object. The new drive system was doing its’ job, hopefully this thing would be valuable enough to recoup the cost. As she watched the timers count down the feeling of false gravity around her lightened and finally ceased altogether.   Carefully she unclasped her harness and swung around in the open air over her seat, microgravity making it seem effortless. Tanya was not particularly athletic, though she also wasn’t as chubby as some of her species got. She easily massed more than 90 kilograms on a 170 cm frame, but enough of that was muscle that she could arrest her momentum when needed. She had barely cleared the cockpit bulkhead when she had to test that agility. Just after she pushed off into the corridor, she spotted a now familiar black form flapping her wings towards her. Acting on well-practiced instinct, Tanya flicked out her long ringed tail at the frame of the bulkhead she was passing through, causing a shift in her trajectory that flung her up towards the “ceiling” of the corridor. She reached out for one of the straps along all the walls of the corridor while also holding a hand out to guard her head. A second after her hand looped into the strap her other hand collided with the ceiling, causing her lower half to spin up towards the ceiling instead. She winced a little as her tail absorbed the impact with the wall, a little embarrassing to do in front of a planet-sider but the best she could manage in the situation.   Melene Corus spread her wings wide and slowed her own approach, the neo-raven’s talons casually grabbed hold of a strap on the opposite wall from Tanya’s own handhold and she came to a stop within a meter of the raccoon. She turned her large black eyes on Tanya’s and asked a single biting question. “Shouldn’t you be at your station?”   Tanya considered her words carefully. “We’ve stopped dead in space, there shouldn’t be any problems. Given Mr. Lupine’s prior preferences for face-to-face communication…”   “We are nearing a debris cloud produced by an artifact of unknown origin.” Corus cut her off. “I would say that under such circumstances having a pilot ready to respond to unexpected circumstances trumps my employer’s communication preferences.”   “Oh, lay off you big turkey.” Corus retracted her wing and turned to spy an opossum in an engineer’s many-pocketed jumpsuit. “Tanya may have sold us out but she knows what she’s doing.”   Corus brushed aside the “turkey” comment and rounded on the opossum. “Engineer Didelph, your confidence in our pilot’s abilities notwithstanding, our priority is to make sure that Mr. Lupine recoups his substantial investment in this expedition. That he lives to see that repayment should be assumed to be the most important part.”   Luke Didelph snorted in derision. “We’re perfectly fine, this isn’t the dark ages when ships had nothing but telescopes to guide them. Our active radar has every scrap of metal in 10,000 kilometers tagged and registered. We’re perfectly safe.”   Tanya cringed at the reminder of how they had secured the funding for this trip, and the terms that had been attached. But this was no time for second thoughts, they’d taken the oligarch’s money and equipment, spent the better part of a month coasting through the void with him on board, and now it was all going to pay off. They were in the home stretch, just hours away from securing the biggest haul in decades. They were…   Shaking. --- The micrometeorite impact had quite thoroughly derailed the mission. Warp envelope compromised it had taken all the computer’s immense processing power to keep the tidal forces from tearing the Resolution apart. Even then the rock’s passage had torn a long rent in the side of the ship, causing nearly the entire atmosphere to vent and killing the crew in stasis. With no officers to issue orders and far from any potential champions to recruit the ship AI had nothing to do but follow its basic directives to maintain ship functions. With tractors and drones it had halted the local Kessler cascade generated by its own debris and repaired itself to the best of its abilities. The hull breaches had been sealed, atmosphere regenerated from stored elements, even the champion recruitment systems had been restored to full capacity. But the warp drive was a total wreck, it was dead in the water.   And so, it had waited, observing the movement of the system’s planets and spaceships, tracking a few craft that appeared to be approaching its own location. When one craft came within a light-minute of the ship defense systems came online, locking on with high fidelity sensors that evaluated its threat potential. As it began decelerating the ship gradually lowered its evaluation of the threat potential, but kept laser projectors locked on to the other ship’s meager weaponry just in case. Shortly after the local ship finished deceleration burn one of the tactical system’s observations crossed with the Ronkalli ship’s mission directives. There was an 80% chance the local ship carried sapient biological life forms, sapient life could be recruited as champions, the mission mandated the recruitment of champions. Therefore, Therefore, they must be brought on board and recruited.   The Resolution reached out for the local craft with a stream of invisible dark energy. --- Tanya scrambled back up to the cockpit while the others were still trying to find their feet, and wings. She slapped on her heads-up-display, sending readouts on the ship’s hull integrity, momentum, and orientation relative to nearby bodies. Quickly assessing the situation, she leapt into her seat and wrenched the controls.   “I thought you knew what you were doing!” Corus shouted up the corridor, flapping wildly. “How badly were we hit?”   “We haven’t been hit!” The raccoon shot back. “I don’t even know what’s happening, it’s bizarre!” A light on the control panel began blinking furiously as Tanya reactivated the main drive. She tried to ignore it, slamming an array of other buttons and switches on her panel instead. Despite the nuclear fire streaming out of their rocket nozzle, they remained on a collision course with the strange ship, and she couldn’t tell why. “Mechrat!” She shouted, using Didelph’s nickname on board the ship. “Check on the coilguns!”   The opossum secured himself to the wall and his eyes glazed over. “Everything’s functional, no hull breaches or system irregularities. You expecting company?”   “I’m afraid so.” Tanya replied, she tried turning the ship to the side but something counteracted the force of her thrusters.   “Pilot!” A low lupine howl rebounded down the corridor. “Why aren’t you responding to my calls? What hit us?”   “Nothing hit us!” Mechrat shouted. “There’s no sensor records or hull integrity readings to indicate an impact. But, there’s this odd strain on the hull that looks oddly like tidal stresses… Oh crap.”   Reluctantly Tanya slapped the intercom button, to make sure he could hear her from the other end of the ship, and explained the readouts as best as she was able. “It looks like the artifact is projecting some kind of gravity well far in excess of its size. Given that none of the debris around us is falling towards the artifact I’d say it has to be artificial and directed.”   “The Feds didn’t have artificial gravity.” Mechrat whimpered. “It must be… them!”   “The Berserkers aren’t real.” Tanya replied dismissively. “It has to be some sort of experimental FedTech. But I can’t see any way to break ourselves free without blasting it.”   “As much as I hate to damage such a valuable find, if there’s no other way for us to survive then do it.” Lupine surprised her by how reasonable his orders sounded. “Just don’t vaporize it so we have something worth hauling back.”   “Way ahead of you.” Mechrat quipped. As he waved in the air Tanya saw their point defense coilguns come to life on her readouts and swivel to target different protrusions on the mysterious craft. But before they could fire the weapons lit up with overheating warnings and then lost their signals.   The pilot recognized the heat warnings from a dozen firefights throughout the Tiere system. “Laser fire!” She shouted in warning.   Didelph was already watching the same readouts with much greater detail through his brain-computer interface, of course, though if anything the excess of information was less helpful for him. “Oh, wow,” he muttered. “That’s some precision work their gunner has. Barely even scored the hull.”   Lupine’s voice came over the intercom again. “If they’re only disarming us that would suggest they want to capture us rather than kill. Perhaps we should broadcast a surrender?”   Tanya considered the possibility for a few moments, why would a highly advanced spacecraft want to capture the crew of a lower-tech vessel alive? It wasn’t likely they intended to give them presents, was it? No, it was more likely they’d be destined for study or interrogation, probably as a prelude to some sort of invasion. As much as the peoples of the Tiere system liked to scrap, she didn’t wish a war with people who could manipulate gravity on them.   No, there was only one way this could go. Every long-range spacecraft had a weapon of last resort on hand, one that made the question of “fight-or-flight” irrelevant. When decelerating previously she had angled the nozzle of the Dustbin’s matter conversion drive to that the stream of hot plasma sped past the unknown vessel by more than a kilometer, now she directed her small ship’s thrusters to bring the full force of nuclear fire to bear on the clearly hostile ship.   She watched the backstream wander towards the alien craft, a thousand meters, eight hundred, seven hundred, the screen lit up as a bit of space junk got caught in the stream and was vaporized in a flash, five hundred meters…   The readout for the engine block lit up with heat warnings a split second before the drive cut out completely. Without the drive fighting the tractor beam the Dustbin was flung towards the Resolution with the force of nine standard gravities. As Tanya’s blood pooled in her legs her vision swam, the readouts became blurry and indistinct. Just before her consciousness lapsed she gave a silent prayer to whichever egregore might be listening that some of them might survive whatever was coming next.   To see the next thirteen chapters early, you can subscribe to my Patreon for just $1/month at https://www.patreon.com/Zarpaulus

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