#google nest hub

[randomaccessselfstorage]

前々から気になっていたけど、いらないかなあと思っていたNest Hub。安く売っていたのでとうとう買ってしまった。

まだ少ししか触っていないけど、やっぱり、なくてもいいかも…。もう少し本体単体でできることが多かったらいいような気がするんだけど（基本的には音声操作かandroidからキャストする感じ）。

寝る前に時々YouTubeを見たりするので、それを少し大きい画面で見られるのはいいかなと思っていたけど、メガネを外すと全然見えないことに気がついた…。特に字幕がつらい…。

でも少し気になっていたスリープトラッカー機能はなんだかよさそう。いかに目覚めてからベッドを出るまでに時間がかかっているかが浮き彫りに…。去年引っ越したりなんだりで少し生活時間は改善されていたけど、だんだん慣れてきてまた元通りになりつつあるので、もう少しなんとかしよう…。

[fuckmarrykillpolls]

[ex-furry]

only bought one gift per person this year but they were all solid let's gooooo

[blackfridayguides]

The Best Google Nest Hub Max Black Friday

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[crazydiscostu]

Which Is Better : Amazon Echo Show 5 or Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)

Smart displays have become indispensable devices for modern homes, they not only provide seamless interaction with smart devices, but deliver a range of entertainment options at the touch of a screen. Today we’re comparing the Amazon Echo Show 5 and the Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen). Both devices offer distinct features and capabilities – but which is right for you? (and objectively better??) Let…

[bee-whistler]

I was extremely creeped out when our new electric company sent us this out of the blue. Apparently, as it turns out, this is a sign-up promo gift thing. Couldn’t they have sent a blender instead? Ours sucks and a blender seems less likely to go all Hal-9000 on you…

I wonder if it would sell well on ebay?

[techsahin]

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Google IO is an annual developer conference hosted by Google, where the company unveils its latest technologies and updates for its products. This year, the conference of Google IO 2023 was held on May 8th-10th, 2023. In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about Google IO 2023, including the keynote announcements, new product launches, and updates to existing products. Google…

[mycodebit]

Tops Phone Apps to Create NFTs

Introduction

NFTs are the next step in the evolution of digital art. They allow you to store and trade unique digital assets on a blockchain, which means that anyone can buy them, sell them, or trade them with other users through apps like VECTARY and High Fidelity. But what are the best apps to create nfts if you want to make your own NFTs? Well, there are two main ways: using an app or using a desktop computer. In this article we'll discuss both options so that you can decide which one is best for your needs when creating NFTs starting today!

VECTARY

VECTARY is a decentralized platform that lets you create, sell and trade NFTs on the blockchain. It was created by the same team that brought us Ethereum, so they know what they're doing when it comes to creating new ways of using blockchain technology.

To get started with VECTARY, you'll need to register as an individual or company and then choose whether you want to use ETH or ERC20 tokens for payments. Once this is done, all you have left is choosing what kind of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) would work best for your project—it's up to you!

Rasteroid

Rasteroid is an app that allows you to create NFTs. It is a free app and available for iOS and Android devices. It has an easy-to-use interface, allowing you to customize your NFTs with ease.

High Fidelity

High Fidelity is a 3D virtual world that allows users to create their own virtual items. NFTs can be created in High Fidelity, and it's an excellent place for making NFTs if you want to keep them private or sell them through the marketplace.

Additionally, the community of users is large and active; there are thousands of people who use the platform every day.

SuperRare

SuperRare is a mobile app for creating NFTs. It’s one of the best apps for creating NFTs, and it’s free! You can download it from their website here: https://superrare.io/

SuperRare helps you create blockchain-based digital assets on Ethereum using the ERC721 standard. You can also use this tool to manage your own cryptocurrency portfolio or connect it with other blockchains—including Bitcoin, Litecoin or Dogecoin—to see how much each one has increased in value over time (or decrease if you sold out!).

Some phone apps can also make NFTs.

Some phone apps can also make NFTs.

You can use a phone app to create your own NFT with a blockchain, or with a crypto wallet.

Conclusion

There are many ways to make NFTs on your phone, and we hope that this article has helped you find the best ones. If you are looking for a more in-depth guide on how to use these apps, check out our other articles on apps to make nfts.

[thechy-fychannel]

I saw a few other blogs doing this so I thought I'd share my input on what I think would happen in the House MD universe in 2024:

the constant jokes abt house and wilson's relationship turns into the fellows jokingly writing fanfic abt their boss and his boy best friend. somewhere along the way they all get very serious abt the quality of it and it turns into a Whole Thing, a 150k+ novel that they vow to take to their graves.

house discovers the fic by accident and sends it to wilson. wilson discovers things abt himself and then he and house discover each other shortly thereafter.

house purposefully posts the fic online and credits the fellows by their entire full names so it embarrasses them more than house and wilson. It's never spoken abt again but it gets way more online attention than any of them expected.

wilson doesn't get how the Cloud works and accidentally uploads his and house's nudes to the google nest hub on his desk. He doesn't notice it until one of his sweet little old lady cancer patients points it out to him during their appointment. He throws the google nest hub into his trash can until he can figure out how to get the naked pictures off of it.

house has an alexa and abuses the hell out of it. sometimes ppl hear him screaming at someone in his office, only to walk in and find a robotic voice replying with "sorry, I didn't get that" and house throws it off the balcony.

wilson gets addicted to online shopping. house has to stage an intervention bc they do not have enough room in their closet for another pair of prada loafers and their kitchen is full of shitty gadgets that wilson bought off temu or something.

some right wing social media influencer comes in with a mysterious illness and ends up getting castrated as part of the solution. 13 personally does the procedure herself and house watches like a proud dad.

a patient reveals chase's grindr by shoving his phone at him and asking "is this you?" abt the headless profile with the ripped abs that says Dr. Feel Good, 0 feet away, in front of the rest of the team.

foreman finds the team doing tiktok dances bc house told them to learn it in order to understand their 15 yr old patient better.

chase medically murders mitch mcconnel and the entire hospital celebrates ding dong the witch is dead style.

there's a whole episode where house faces his transphobia bc of a trans patient that he connects with. the patient tells him to fuck off and go face his own problems instead of pretending to make it right by being nice to one trans person. And house does, even if he's not perfect, he really tries to do better.

13 gets her medical marijuana card and accidentally becomes the team's plug. her main customer is wilson who still supplies it to certain terminal patients. She hears "hey, can I hit your pen?" at least four times a day.

foreman buys a tesla and it blows up in the parking lot. they spend the entire episode trying to figure out who tried to kill foreman, but it turns out that teslas just do that sometimes.

there's an episode where house finds out that netflix is removing his favorite obscure tv show that ran for 2 seasons in 2002 and wilson recruits the team to hunt down a dvd copy of it without house finding out. they somehow manage to find one and spend a ridiculous amount of money on it, only to open the dvd case and find a copy of the porno wilson starred in that one time instead of the dvd of the show. park saves the day at the last minute by finding a copy of it in a box of dvds in her parents house.

[trulybetty]

oct x 11 - pumpkin spice

Prompt: pumpkin spice Pairing: marcus pike x f!Reader Word Count: 3,366 Warnings: this is somewhat au? I don't know how to describe it - but honestly, outside the mentions of food, just introductions to our characters 💕 Summary: maplewood, a small town nestled in northern bc where people flock to see the changing blossom trees and celebrate the fall season. after losing your job you find yourself a part of the community which includes the towns baker who left a less than stellar impression on you. AO3: Linked

A/N: this is a departure for me, this is going to be all sickly sweet and sticky sweetness - made a teeny tiny dash of angst? This will be told in three parts through the month, no promise on when the next part will be posted - but keep an eye out. Please let me know what you think, I'd love to hear it!

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Something Sweet, This Way Comes Part I | Pumpkin Spice

Maplewood was a small town nestled deep in the heart of British Columbia Canada, the crisp autumn air brought a sense of enchantment. The maple leaves painted the streets with vibrant shades of red and orange, and the town buzzed with anticipation for Halloween.

At the hub of it all was Maple Delights, a mainstay of the small town that had changed owners only three years ago. Before that Marcus Pike had left the FBI’s art division on the heels of lost love and disillusions for the career he once loved. Everyone always assumed he was a dab hand with creative pursuits when he would tell them he worked in the bureaus art department. And while he had studied art at college, it had been in art history. Truth was he couldn’t paint anything worth posting further than the front of the fridge, but baking on the other hand, was a hidden talent he’d always exceeded in.

So when a late night social media scroll after handing in his notice brought him to an article on the small town of Maplewood being a hidden gem in the Northern Canadian mountains. Over the following days he’d drifted back to the article several times before a Google search brought him to the small town’s website.

Then it wasn’t too much of a stretch to click on the link for the modest page of properties both for sale and rent, curiosity baiting him, only to find the town’s historic bakery up for sale.

Dashing any thoughts out of his head he’d closed his laptop with a shake of his head, it was an absurd idea. He was an early retiree of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, he had no business entertaining the idea of purchasing a bakery, let alone one in seemingly the middle of nowhere Canada.

But between the calls from friends and family checking in on him with the news of his departure from the job he once dearly loved and the end of the whirlwind romance that he’d thought was the one, he found himself late each night scrolling mindlessly, glass of wine in one hand, phone in the other, back looking at the town of Maplewood.

He did have a sizable nest egg, he owned his apartment which was now in what was considered a trendy part of town and worth a lot more than when he first purchased it.

He wasn’t entirely sure what possessed him two nights later to email the town's realtor, but within the month he was the proud owner of Maple Delights and all its contents and was packing up the contents of his modest apartment and heading north.

The previous owner had passed, with adult grandchildren who lived far away in various places across the country, and who had no interest in a historic bakery in the middle of nowhere; it had been left with no choice to go up for sale by the estate.

It had taken some modernization, not so easy a feat in the far north of BC where the local hardware store was a mom and pops situation and the nearest Home Depot was three hours away, but Marcus had made it work with help from a local contractor who’d enjoyed the challenge.

The facade had undergone a drastic change too, much to the chagrin of some locals. But when it was revealed to be a homage to its original exterior, when it was first opened, there had been actual tears at the results.

The front of the store was made up of a large window and wooden framing. In cursive the bakeries name was painted across the glass. At the front were planters at the wooden windowsill, filled with roses of various shades of pinks and whites. The climbing ivy had been stripped away to allow the brick underneath to stand out, making the white frames pop all the more.

It truly was a delight to see.

Surprisingly it didn’t take long after that for Marcus to win over the town. With his natural ability for baking and his charm, he won over any naysayers to the outsider in their town quite quickly and was soon a beloved member of the community.

Your journey to Maplewood however, was nearly not as charming.

It was a gloomy Tuesday morning when you received the email that would change the course of your life. As you sipped your coffee and stared at the screen, disbelief washed over you. The subject line was blunt and to the point: ‘Termination of Employment.’

You opened the email and read the cold, corporate language that informed you of the company's decision to downsize. Your position had been eliminated, effective immediately. There was no room for negotiation, no farewell party, just a stark message informing you that your services were no longer required.

You had worked at the job for who knows how long, because it felt like forever.

In the days that followed, you wrestled with the uncertainty of your future. You tried reaching out to your network, searching for new job opportunities in Toronto, but the job market was tough, and the competition was fierce. The bills kept piling up, and you felt the weight of financial insecurity pressing down on you.

It was one of those nights where you were texting with your friend Libby, a long time resident of Maplewood after she gave up the rat race to open a bookstore in the small town years ago. That she extended an offer that was too sweet to refuse. End your rental agreement and come up north and spend some time in the great outdoors and figure out what you want to do next.

With no other choices coming your way, you did just that.

That was three months ago.

As the days passed, you found yourself slowly adjusting to the laid-back lifestyle of Maplewood. Gone were the stresses of city life and the constant pressure to perform at your job. Instead, you spent your mornings sipping coffee in Libby's apartment above the bookstore and spent the rest of your day either helping out in the store or taking a stroll around town to take in all the unique sights that Maplewood had to offer.

Black Cat Books was wall to ceiling bookshelves and every manageable space was filled with books. It was a labyrinth, but Libby could stride through it like she was born into its midst. But ask Libby where any particular title resided? You'd find that she knew exactly how many steps it took to get there.  

Libby placed another book on the shelf behind her, “He’s really not all that bad.”

You sneered, “I don’t know why this whole town is obsessed with him.”

“Says the woman who is watching him from across the street and has been for the last hour.” Libby remarked, punctuated by a disbelieving look over the top of her glasses.

“I can’t help if the bakery is straight across the street,” she raised an equally disbelieving eyebrow at you, she didn't believe a word you were saying “and it’s his bakery, of course he’d be there.” you finished, crossing your arms across your chest refusing to make eye contact.

“Sure,” she dragged out her response, “whatever you say.”

You had been in Maplewood for a week when you'd run into Marcus, quite literally run into him. Crossing the main square, you may not have been paying attention, focusing on refreshing your email for leads on work as he had been stepping up onto the sidewalk, his arms full of bakery boxes obscuring his view.

“Watch where you're going much?!” You'd exclaimed, hands on your hips and glaring at him.

He'd looked up from the ground, his hands filled with ruined boxes, eyes narrowed. “Me? How could you miss me?”

“Well if you had been watching where you were going.” You countered.

He was about to launch into another tirade when he glanced at his watch. Stifling a curse he ran a hand through his hair before speaking, his voice low and gruff. “I haven't got time for this.”

With that he quickly gathered the last of the boxes and stomped off in the direction of the bakery. Your first encounter with the town's beloved baker had left nothing but a sour taste in your mouth.

Since then, you'd avoided any and all interactions with the man and fought rolling your eyes when people would speak so highly of the American who had made Maplewood his home. After all, he was the one responsible for bringing more business to Maplewood through word-of-mouth of his creations.

“Look,” Libby pointed at the sandwich board propped outside the shop, “today’s special is pumpkin spice scones, how about you go get us some and a couple of coffees?” she suggested as she pulled some money from her purse she kept under the counter.

You rolled your eyes but still took the money, guy was questionable, but his scones were to die for. Not that you would admit it to anyone.

A quick look both ways you dashed across the street. It was the start of October, a busy month for the town. Tourists would flock in to see the changing colours of the cherry blossom trees that lined both sides of the main street that led up to the town's main square outside city hall.

The weather was getting colder, and even though it was literally steps from Black Cat Books, you'd wished you'd grabbed your toque and scarf. But before you could think more about it you were outside the bakery.

The window took up most of the front of the store, vintage lettering spelling out the bakery's name Maple Delights painted across the pane. The roses that usually filled the planter boxes outside were filled with an abundance of pumpkins of various colours and sizes. Halloween decorations filled the spaces between cake stands and trays of seasonal goods punctuated by decadent cakes decorated with tiny ghosts and ghouls.

The shop bell rang as you opened the door, the bakery was cozy and inviting with its high ceilings and hardwood floors. The smell of freshly baked bread and sugar, mingled with the spiciness of cinnamon and pumpkin spice – classic scents of fall that permeated the air making your mouth water.

A bright eyed Sarah, with a book open in front of her behind the counter called out your name, “Hey there! What can I get for you today?”

You smiled and made your way to the counter eyeing the vintage blackboard that took up most of the wall behind it. The chalk sketch confirmed that today's special was pumpkin scones, “I'll take two pumpkin spice scones and two lattes, extra hot please.”

Sarah nodded as she began preparing the order. She had been working at the bakery after school and the weekends since she turned sixteen at the start of the summer. You knew this because she got paid every Friday and would dart straight across to Black Cat Books to pick a new book bringing with her treats from the bakery.

“You should try the apple cider doughnuts!” she exclaimed as she boxed up two large scones.

“That so?” You raised an eyebrow, intrigued by her recommendation.

“Uh huh,” Sarah replied with a grin, “Marcus dipped them in a cinnamon maple glaze this time,” she added with a little groan of appreciation, “they're so good, and there's only just a few left.” Her eyes sparkled mischievously as if she were tempting you.

You couldn't help but smile at her infectious enthusiasm. “Well, with that kind of endorsement, why not. Throw a couple in too.”

As you waited for your order and made small talk with Sarah, you took a moment to look around the store. It was late afternoon, and the warm, soft glow of the autumn sun streamed through the window, casting a gentle light on the displays. The shelves, while not as full as they might be in the morning, still held an array of intricate desserts. More decorations of fake cobwebs, pumpkins, and ghosts adorned the shelves and countertops, adding to the bakery's seasonal charm.

In the background, the back of the bakery was open to the kitchen out back. The stainless steel counters gleamed in the soft light, and the usual cacophony of mixers that lined the back wall was silent for the moment. It was a rare sight, given the bakery's reputation for bustling activity, especially in the weeks leading up to Halloween.

Just then, a door swung open at the back, and Marcus emerged, his presence commanding attention. He was dressed in a deep orange flannel shirt, which seemed to accentuate the rich colors of the fall season. His tousled curled hair always gave the impression that he had just woken up from a nap, yet it added an effortlessly charming quality to his appearance. His patchy facial hair, seemingly ever-present, only added to his rugged charm.

You couldn't help but curse silently under your breath. Despite having no time for the man, there was no denying he was just as attractive as the sweet treats he created. It seemed as though every time you crossed paths, he had a knack for appearing more alluring.

“Hey Sarah,” he greeted the teen, “I can finish this up for you, I don't want you to miss the committee meeting for the trick or treat parade.” he said, referencing the penultimate celebration of the town's October celebrations.

Sarah's face lit up as she started to untie her apron, “Thanks, Marcus. You're a lifesaver.”

As Marcus took over your order, Sarah excused herself, heading towards the exit. Her parting words were aimed at both you and Marcus. “See you later!”

With Sarah's departure, an awkward silence settled between you and Marcus. The air seemed to crackle with the unspoken tension that had been building for weeks.

“Looks like you're stuck with me for a while,” Marcus remarked, breaking the silence with a wry smile. His tone was light, but there was a flicker of something in his eyes, an undercurrent of amusement at the situation.

You nodded in reluctant agreement, realizing that there was no escape from this moment. “Seems that way,” you replied.

Marcus busied himself with finishing up your order, his hands deftly manoeuvring around cups and saucers. He poured the lattes into to-go cups before adding the last dollop of whipped cream to a pumpkin spice latte. The warm, spicy scent filled the air, mixing with the sweet aroma of freshly baked goods.

As he reached out to pass you the tray of drinks and the bag filled with baked treats, your hands brushed against each other. Time seemed to slow, the atmosphere tingling with a spark that neither of you had felt before. It was a fleeting touch, but it was enough to send a shiver down your spine, making you suddenly aware of the space between you.

Marcus cleared his throat. “I, uh, put a cranberry muffin in there. For Libby. I know they're her favourite.”

You blinked, a little thrown off by the unexpected kindness. “That's very thoughtful of you.” You reached for your purse, ready to pay for the order, “How much is it?” you asked, but Marcus waved you off.

Marcus shook his head, grinning slightly. “It's on the house. Consider it a thank-you to Libby for watching the store the other week.”

“Thank you,” you finally said, struggling to find the right words. “That's... that's very kind of you.”

Marcus shrugged, his gaze meeting yours for just a second longer than necessary. “It's what neighbours do, right?”

“Yeah,” you nodded, “I suppose it is.”

The bell above the door jingled, breaking the moment as more customers entered the bakery, kids trailing behind their parents, all excited for Halloween goodies. You picked up the tray and bag, suddenly aware that you had to leave, but not quite ready to break the newfound connection.

“I'll see you around?” Marcus asked, with maybe a note of hopeful uncertainty in his voice, you weren’t sure.

You smiled despite yourself, “Maybe,” you replied as you raised your now full hands in an attempt at a wave.

Marcus was about to answer when the bakery's new patrons diverted his attention and you took the opportunity to leave, your head suddenly full of conflicting feelings for the man.

Exiting out onto the street, you couldn't help but inhale deeply, letting the crisp, early October air fill your lungs in hope it would clear your head. The town's signature cherry blossom trees that lined each side of the street had traded their springtime pinks for shades of orange and yellow, a change of costume in tune with the season.

Libby looked up from the book she was reading when you stepped back into the store, “You were longer than I expected.”

You felt an unexpected heat spread up your chest to your cheeks, “Sarah was working,” you quickly threw out, “she was telling me about the book she got last week.”

Libby accepted the coffees and paper bag so you could shrug off your coat, “Ooo, cranberry muffin! My favourite!”

“Yeah, Marcus threw it in there for you.”

“So you spoke to Marcus?” she asked, an eyebrow raised in curiosity, an unmissable smirk on her face.

You narrowed your eyes in response, “Briefly.”

Libby took a bite of her scone, the noises she made boarded on the line of scandalous, “God, this is good.”

“Should I leave you and your scone alone?”

Libby grinned, crumbs of scone still clinging to the corners of her mouth. “If you leave me now, I'll name my first-born after this scone. It'll have a weird life, but at least it'll be delicious.”

You chuckled at her melodrama as you took your coffee out of its tray.

Libby grinned, “I swear to god, if I was remotely interested in men I'd be climbing him like a tree. Heck, I might just do it for the baked goods.”

You rolled your eyes, “Easy there tiger.”

“I really don't know how he's single, three years in this town and it's not like the women haven't been throwing themselves at him.”

“Well, maybe he is really too good to be true.” You countered, taking up your apparently one woman stance of your dislike of the man again as you took a sip of your coffee - biting your lip at your own groan at how a simple latte could taste so good.

Libby chuckled, “Or maybe you're too stubborn to see what's right in front of you.”

You sighed, unwilling to admit, even to Libby, that your stance on Marcus might be softening just a touch. “Let's agree to disagree, shall we?”

“Fine, fine,” Libby conceded, taking another heavenly bite of her scone. “But one day you'll see. Good things, and good people, might just come in unexpected packages.”

Your phone buzzed with a notification about a new job posting in Toronto. You glanced at it, suddenly feeling less of that earlier urgency to return to the hustle and bustle of city life. The idea of stepping back into the rat race seemed so detached from where you were now—surrounded by the rustic charm of Maplewood and its genuine, warm-hearted inhabitants.

You took another sip of your latte and stole one last look through the bookstore's window, back towards the bakery. Marcus was crouching down to hand a sugar cookie shaped like a pumpkin to one of the small kids in the bakery. The child's face lit up with joy, a mirror of the light that seemed to emanate from Marcus himself.

Maybe Libby had a point. Maybe good things did come in unexpected packages.

You put your phone down, screen facing the table, and looked back at Libby, who was now back engrossed in her book. But your thoughts weren't on job postings or the life you had in Toronto. They were here, on this little corner of Maplewood.

For the first time, in a long time, you weren’t thinking of ways to run back to your old life.

[cake-chad]

Losing my mind right now, I don't know how it happened but apparently my cats got to listen to a few episodes of Uprooted today while I was at work.

I just got home from work, it's 10:30 PM and I left home at 7:30 this morning. I have a google Nest Hub thing in my kitchen, it has a display on it and I usually turn on a YouTube video if I'm in the kitchen for an extended period. This morning I'd turned on a Penguinz0 video as I put together my lunch and when it finished and I didn't turn it off, it autoplayed into an episode of Uprooted (for the like third time this week, it fucking loves episode 6 of Uprooted for some reason). I let it carry on as I continued to get my shit together. I'm like...75% sure I turned it off before I left, I'm kinda doubting myself now because I also found a cat photo with a time stamp from this morning that I have no memory of taking, so maybe I just wasn't awake this morning.

Anyways, I went to work, I got situated in my task that allows for listening/half watching to LoA videos and I'd turned on SR ep 10 and I listened to that for most of the day. By about 3 PM I had to pause the episode for the foreseeable future (and only had 6 minutes left 😭😭) and I didn't close the app, I kept it in the background on my phone so that if I found the time, I could finish it today. Cut to this evening, during supper someone mentioned something that I knew I could find online, so I googled and opened the video on YouTube. As it finishes, I go back into my history to open the SR episode again (didn't have time to watch it, just wanted to have it in the background again) and noticed it was kinda deep in my history, and three episodes of Uprooted were listed as more recently watched than that??? Assumed it was just weird app issues and forgot about it.

Cut to 10 minutes ago when I approach my front door and I hear voices inside??? I live alone, the lights are off, who is inside???

It's Mikey, DMing this video, and yeah. My cats got to listen to the absolutely unhinged antics of the Uprooted crew

[lifeinkinder]

Stuff and things in no particular order and all random.

My Christmas present to myself was a Google nest hub thing - not the expensive one, but the on sale one. So I moved the old nest to the nursery since we spend a ton of time in there anyway.

I lowered the crib mattresses today. While neither baby is able to sit without someone putting them that way, Tiny Sir has decided he's going to start trying to use the sides to pull himself to sitting. So down go the mattresses - they'll be 9 months Friday, so it was time anyway (we have mini cribs, so the highest level isn't really that high).

Tiny Sir is having a sleep regression. It's incredibly frustrating, not really because he's waking up multiple times a night but because he's waking up and doesn't want me to hold him but also doesn't want to be in his bed. Squish just had a sleep regression a couple of weeks ago, so I knew his was coming.

My daycare is closing on Friday. This isn't new news, I've known since October and the babies have a new daycare lined up to get us through the rest of the school year and then a second new daycare lined up for when they turn 15 months old to get us either until they turn 3 or start kindergarten (the daycare isn't where we live so if tiny Sirs EI family plan thing needs to become an IEP when he ages out of EI, they'll have to change daycares - also if squish ever needs EI/eventually an IEP). The point of this was though, I'm really sad about it. I love their teachers they have been the most amazing people who have loved my babies and have done so much to be proactive and protective of little man's health pre and post surgery. And most importantly, the babies love their teachers. I know we will likely find that at their new center, but it's not the same. I had planned for them to stay at their daycare forever - seriously, they did a school age program, and I sure did plan for them to attend once they were in school.

Their new daycare has dumb rules that I don't love. Like you can only take your child if you're going to work or going to class. Like, no, I pay yall a lot of money; they will be going even when I'm out of school as long as yall aren't closed. How else will I ever accomplish anything?

I am deep cleaning and rearranging and purging my house this week. I accomplished one room today, but the goal tomorrow is 3 rooms.

[apexoffices]

Streamline Your Office Setup with These Essential Tips and Gadgets

Setting up an office can be a daunting task, whether you're working from home or establishing a new workspace for your business. From choosing the right furniture to integrating the latest technology, each decision plays a crucial role in creating an efficient and productive environment. Here's a quick guide to help you get started.

Office Setup Times: Tips for Efficiency

Plan Ahead:

Space Assessment: Measure your office space to understand what furniture and equipment will fit best.

Design Layout: Sketch a layout of your office, considering the placement of desks, chairs, and other essential items. Tools like SketchUp or RoomSketcher can help visualize the space.

Prioritize Ergonomics:

Chair and Desk: Invest in an ergonomic chair and an adjustable desk. Your comfort is paramount to maintaining productivity.

Monitor Positioning: Ensure your monitor is at eye level to reduce strain on your neck and back. A monitor stand or adjustable arm can help with this.

Declutter and Organize:

Storage Solutions: Use shelves, drawers, and organizers to keep your workspace tidy. A clutter-free environment can significantly improve focus and efficiency.

Cable Management: Implement cable organizers or under-desk cable trays to keep cords and wires out of sight.

Set Up Essential Tech:

Computer Setup: Choose a reliable computer or laptop that meets your work requirements. Ensure all necessary software is installed and updated.

Network Configuration: A stable internet connection is critical. Set up your router in a central location and consider using a mesh network for larger spaces.

Test and Adjust:

Trial Run: Spend a day working in your newly set up office to identify any issues or adjustments needed. Pay attention to your comfort, productivity, and overall workflow.

Feedback Loop: Regularly assess your setup and make changes as necessary to optimize your work environment.

Must-Have Tech and Gadgets for Your Office

Smart Lighting:

Philips Hue: These smart bulbs allow you to adjust the lighting based on your needs, helping to reduce eye strain and improve focus.

LIFX Smart Bulbs: Another great option, offering a range of colors and brightness levels that can be controlled via an app or voice assistant.

Ergonomic Keyboard and Mouse:

Logitech MX Keys: A wireless keyboard designed for comfort and efficiency, perfect for long hours of typing.

Logitech MX Master 3: An ergonomic mouse with customizable buttons and excellent precision.

Noise-Cancelling Headphones:

Bose QuietComfort 35 II: Ideal for blocking out distractions and focusing on work.

Sony WH-1000XM4: Another top choice with superior sound quality and noise-cancelling capabilities.

Smart Assistants:

Amazon Echo: Use Alexa to set reminders, control smart devices, and even manage your calendar.

Google Nest Hub: A smart display that integrates with Google Assistant, providing hands-free control and useful information at a glance.

Standing Desk Converter:

VARIDESK Pro Plus: Easily convert your regular desk into a standing desk, promoting better posture and reducing the risks associated with prolonged sitting.

FlexiSpot M2B: Another versatile option that offers ample space for your monitor, keyboard, and other essentials.

High-Quality Webcam:

Logitech Brio: Provides ultra HD video quality for virtual meetings and video calls.

Razer Kiyo: Comes with a built-in ring light, ensuring you look your best in any lighting condition.

Portable Charger:

Anker PowerCore: Keep your devices charged and ready to go with this reliable portable charger.

RAVPower 20000mAh: Another robust option, offering fast charging and multiple ports.

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How would you describe your ‘aesthetic’ ? Like what kind of things do you find interest in? :)

Hmm, I'd say I'm quite eclectic in my aesthetic, but I have a preference for black, alot of stuff in my house isn't how I'd want things due to it being rented and something's I got for convenience, but I love black furniture, black stardust tiles, I love light silver glittery wallpaper, I'd have a wood feature wall in my bedroom if I could, like a dark mahogany... Errm, I love shiny stuff *whispers* I'm a magpie really...

But I have skulls, a tiger statue, a bronze rabbit, pocket watch, black faux roses in a crystal vase (I'm allergic to flowers yay another allergy 🤣) dragons, a grey rug, a blue Sherpa blanket, grey bedding, a massive TV (65 inches) cuz I love gaming lol 🤣, lava lamp, I have alot of smart tech in my house like lightbulbs, air purifiers, extension plugs, Google nest hubs... I also like Disney stuff, potter stuff, MCU, band stuff, my coffee pots are crushed diamond and so is my kitchen roll holder and I plan to get more stuff like that and replace the handles on my cabinets to gem ones and replace the doors to black glossy ones 💜

Clothing wise I like to wear black ribbed flared trousers, and black etc tops, but I do vary with shiny, glittery tops, not often colourful but I do have a few different coloured stuff in my wardrobe, I got a nice blue lurex top and a purple one too, I have a black glittery blazer, but I go for comfort over fashion, but I'd say I don't exactly look casual even though my clothes are really comfortable, oh and my trainers are black with black gemstones all over them... I love silver and black stuff... Also I'm a rabid Pokémon card collector (cuz shiny 🤣🤣 last count was 1925 cards currently but I've got several hundred coming in the post too 🤣🤣🤣💜)

(my Pokémon cards ^^)

A few pics of the vibes around my house 💜💜