#guide on Word Add-Ins

[i4technolab]

Microsoft Word is often the first name that springs to mind when you think about documentation. A popular content platform renowned for its adaptability and top-notch features. What makes it more interesting is its support for hundreds of add-ins and the ability to seamlessly integrate third parties.

The actual power of Microsoft Word lies in its authoritative Add-ins. These remarkable extensions serve as a reliable companions and provide invaluable assistance throughout the documentation journey. That is the reason businesses prefer to go for Custom Word Add-ins development to focus on what truly matters.

In this blog, we will span across the significance of Word plug-ins and learn the step-by-step process of developing Word Add-ins.

[atebyflowers]

cw: smut, oral r!receiving, lover girls, ignore spelling errors ty 🪷

loving after ellie was so hard for some reason, it felt like nobody knew you the way she did — no matter how much you told them. it killed you being in a relationship and still consumed in the thoughts of your past lover, who of course you stayed friends with as the relationship never ended on a bad note. it was overwhelming, and ellie made it worse with her occasional check ins and "are you doing okay!"'s. it wasn't just the sex, though of course ellie was perfect at that too and your new girl couldn't satisfy you...even when you taught her how to eat you out as you reminisced about ellie's natural control initiative even back when you were both inexperienced...

but it was honestly the love in general wirh ellie as well. from the way she touched you to the words she spoke, nothing that your new girlfriend did could ever amount to how ellie made you feel by just being in her presence.

through weeks of intense emotions and frustration with yourself, you let the girl you were with go. it wasn't that you didn't like her, she was a great person and tried her best for you. but you couldn't love her, your mind wouldn't let you, ellie wouldn't let you, and it was unfair to keep her around when you didn't truly love her.

running to ellie right after the breakup was nothing less than spontaneous, acting upon your emotions as you knocked on her apartment door, eyes glossed over from the feelings scattered inside your body. ellie opened the door, letting you in without hesitation, her eyes softening at the sight of yours — "shh... come here" she spoke so softly, her words providing instant comfort as she took you in, guiding you to the couch. sat just an inch away from her, ellie helped you wipe away the tears you had let out before taking you into her embrace. "do you wanna talk?" she whispered, you slightly pulling away and nodding through hiccups. "y-you" is all you managed to get out, ellie's hand rubbing gentle circles on your back as the other hand pushed dampened hair out of your face while you wiped your tears. "hm.. me... tell me" she asked. you, avoiding eye contact as you spoke, let everything out like a broken radio un able to control what song plays. "it's just.. you, everhthing you do, i can't stop thinking about it... nothing satisfies me but you, and i don't mean like... just the sex we had.. everything... it's like, only you can comfort me and make me feel loved.." you take a deep breath at the last sentence, rubbing your hands over your face before ellie gently guided your chin to face her. as your eyes meet, she caresses your face for a moment, eyes locked before broken. "god i sound so stupid" you sigh before leaning your head on her shoulder, her arm following your movement and wrapping around you, caressing your skin. "nothing about you is stupid baby" she reassures, with one hand caressing your arm and the other rubbing up and down the thigh you had draped over her body in the process, you bring one of your hands to meet hers — fingers fidgeting with one another on top of your leg as you studied the feeling of her skin, the shock waves that her touch send through your body — staring for a moment in hopes of catching a real spark.

︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ you sigh again before shifting yourself closer to her, your practically already on top of her and yet it's still not enough. there's a feeling of desperation on your end, it's almost pathetic how much you crave being near her. "you're a drug" you break the silence just above a whisper, now moving your hand to wrap around the front of her body — your head still rested on her. "are you addicted?" she questions, slightly laughing at herself as she spoke. "in the worst way possible" you answer, "it's like.. i can't love anyone else, like, even if we seperate for decades, even if you dissapear into thin air, my soul craves you" you add on, cringing through your words. "so don't" she instructs, her sudden switch in tone causing you to look up at her like a deer caught in headlights. "don't what?" you breathe out, mouth just inches away from hers as she responds "don't love anyone else". her words wither away any form of hesitation you held, placing your hand on her face; you drag her into a passionate and deep kiss. the desperation taking over as your body naturally moved to straddle her, her hands grabbing your hips as you whimpered into her lips. ellie utilizing every slight distance as an opportunity to slip out words, "missed this- so much- baby" her words made your stomach turn inside out, "need- you so bad ellie" you replied, the friction you felt as you grinded your hips on top of her — sending you overboard.

︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ without a second thought, she lifts you up and carries you into her bedroom. gently laying you on the bed, she places kisses on your neck as she takes her time with every piece of fabric that falls off of your body — pleasuring you just by brushing her skin against yours. "so .. pretty" she told, lifting off your shirt and placing kisses down your stomach. she was smart, so delicate with the way she touched you and so soft with her words it made your body feel full, her love for you transferring through your bones, filling you up with every contact. toying with your sweatpant string, she hums before trailing them down your legs. els..." you whine out, attempting to move your hand to take off your underwear — ellie softly pushing it back up your side. "shhh baby, gonna do you so good i promise" she whispers, pushing them to the side herself. she uses her finger to tease your clit, the heat between your legs spreading throughout ur entire body as you twitch from her touch. without warning, she slowly inserts two fingers — making sure you can feel as they push deeper inside of you. keeping her fingers steady, she moved up to reach your upper body, placing kisses along your neck as her long fingers pulse in and out of you — ellie increasing her pace with every kiss layer on your body. "g-god els.." you moan into her ear, her expression soft as your words make her own stomach turn. "i'm so close.." you mumble out between whines, ellie's focus indulged in the idea of pleasuring you. her face lifts up from your neck, just inches away from your face — close enough for her to brush the hairs away from your eyes. "el-" you try to let out another sound of desperation before being cut off by her lips connecting yours for a swift moment, before being interrupted verbally. "cum for me baby, missed it so much" she instructs, her voice filled with lust — making it impossible for you to hold back. with only a few more thrusts, you were unwraveling underneath her, her mind filling with satisfaction knowing it was the first time you'd felt like this in months.

︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ ︎ attempting to catch your breathe, overwhelmed once again by the intense satisfaction, ellie is there to enforce the comfort you spent months yearning for from her. "shh angel it's okay i got you" "did so good for me, missed feeling inside you so much" ellie consoles you, her words distracting you from the sensitivity your body feels as she cleans you up. drowsy with butterflies still in your system, ellie lays you down on her chest, petting your head in a eventually sucessful attempt to help you fall asleep. "you're so pretty baby... did so well tonight.. s'like you were made for me" she praised you, sparking one last conversation before night falls. "ellie" your tired voice makes her hesitant before responding, the pounding in her heart increasing so much you can feel it. "hm!" she questions, her hand still continuing to pet your head — everything about you so delicate in ellie's eyes. "thank you... for this" you answer, allowing your eyes to shut as your body gives into her warmth. ellie, unsure of what to say in response at first, kisses the place on your head that her hand had rested. "please don't love anyone else..." she begs, before allowing herself to doze off alongside you. her arms wrapped around your body, the two of your souls eternally entwined with one another.

[stayinlimbo]

hotel check-ins

pairing: idol!lee minho x f!reader genre: established relationship, fluff requested?: yes warnings: cuteness, slight suggestiveness towards the end, poor attempts at me trying to be funny, lowercase intended word count: 1.0k note: (did i add three different lee know pics because i don't know how to find three from the same shoot...maybe). thank you @starfire21 for the request. i hope i did it justice. now playing - billie bossa nova ♡

as the girlfriend of a kpop idol, you’ve become somewhat of a pro at navigating security.

badge check? easy. safety briefing? lightwork (no reaction). being inconspicuous? you got a couple side-eyes from the hotel receptionists at the sunglasses and mask obscuring your face, but it’s nothing you haven’t handled before. 

the only trouble you had was using the codename minho texted you after the concert to obtain his suite number from the front desk. in fact, it’s the first thing you gripe about after your boyfriend whisks you inside the room the two of you will reside in for the night.

“really? ‘lee jisung?’ who chose that?”

“i did.”

“shocker.”

“i know. i wanted ‘lee know is cute’ but they said no,” minho replies casually, a smile illuminating his face.

the sigh you let out is mostly for show at this point, in contrast to the no longer suppressed grin you display in return. you can’t even pretend to be annoyed at the man who tugged you through the doorway after a singular knock. 

minho’s hand still gently holds your wrist, and he uses this to his advantage to pull you closer to him. a synchronized “oof” leaves both of your lips as you collide into his chest, taken aback by his unexpected strength. light laughter fills the otherwise silent room as you settle into a familiar embrace. 

his arms traverse to your waist, guiding your body to nestle further against his. wrapping your arms around his neck, you rest your cheek on his collarbone, tilting your head slightly to press a tender kiss to the underside of his jaw. 

the scent of minho’s shampoo fills your senses as your hand roams through his semi-dry hair. from this angle, you can tell that his stage makeup has been carefully wiped off for the night, revealing the small, beautiful imperfections you love oh so much. 

“i missed you,” you mumble, breaking the comfortable silence. 

“i missed you too” minho breathes, squeezing your frame tighter, “the door was unlocked, you know? you could’ve just walked in.”

“aw, poor baby,” you coo teasingly, pulling back slightly to face him, “it must’ve been torture to be without me for so long.”

“you say that as if it wasn’t the same for you,” he retorts lightly, moving his hands to rest on your hips. you can’t help the laughter that escapes you as he gently shakes you in place in retaliation. as if you would ever feel otherwise.

you reach up to pinch his cheek, smile growing even wider at his feigned disgruntled expression fighting (and losing) against the tugging at the corners of his lips. 

“stay would be so jealous right now if they knew about this,” you say once you’ve calmed down enough. 

“about what?” 

“this side of you.”

the small, genuine smile adorning his face at your words. the light dusting of blush across his cheeks that reaches the tips of his ears. the post-concert afterglow still lingering on his expression, eyes flickering over your features ever so slightly more than normal. the way he tries to act nonchalant as he brings his face closer to yours.

the side only you get to see.

“mm, too bad for them then,” minho whispers. his breath intertwines with yours at his proximity, stopping a breadth away from your mouth. just a little closer. “i’m yours.”

“yeah, you’re mine,” you murmur, moving forward to close the distance between your lips.

small chimes emitting from his pajama short’s pocket compel you to plant a tiny peck on the corner of his mouth instead, slowly pulling away as he attempts to chase your lips. 

“aren't you going to check that, min?” you ask, chuckling at his soft protests from the denied affection. 

a cute pout forms on his face, accompanied by furrowed brows, as one of his hands releases your hip to dig his phone out of his pocket. your thumb brushes over his cheekbone as he stares at the phone before turning it off and tossing the small device over his shoulder. quiet thuds echo around the room as it lands and bounces on the hotel bed.

wait. what?

“min–”

your words are interrupted by minho’s soft, moisturized lips enveloping your own. your eyes flutter shut as he allows you to take the lead, slowly brushing your lips against his, savoring the taste of fresh mint on his tongue. minho deepens the kiss, grabbing your palm cradling his cheek and holding it flat against his chest, right above his heart—where you always reside. 

minho’s pupils are blown out when you pull away for air, which you have no doubt mirrors your own. heavy breaths mingle together as you both try to regain composure. his heart beats widely beneath your touch and you’re unable to resist the heat spreading across your cheeks at the effect you have on him.  

“could that have been important?” you question, glancing over at the phone resting behind him. 

“maybe,” minho shugs. his eyes trail back down to your lips, drawing you in again for a heated kiss. “not more important than you though.”

his heart still pulses erratically under the press of your hand. you meet his half-lidded gaze with a smile, letting your eyes wander across his slightly swollen lips and flushed cheeks. you push the bangs that fell into his face out of his eyes, giving a teasing kiss to the tip of his nose.             

well played.

“i take it you still have energy leftover?” you smirk, already knowing the answer. “need any help with that?”

minho’s eyes widen, his grasp on your hips tightening as a shiver runs down his spine. you didn’t think his heart could beat any faster.

“the walls aren’t soundproof. chan will break down the door.” 

“maybe you should go lock it then.”

minho’s never moved faster in his life. 

✦ . ⁺ . ✦ . ⁺ . ✦ . ⁺ . ✦ . ⁺ . ✦ . ⁺ . ✦ . ⁺ . ✦ . ⁺ . ✦ . ⁺ . ✦ . ⁺

bonus: (“should i call you lee jisung now?”

“please don’t.”)

bonus 2: (“how’d you know the rooms aren’t sound proof?”

“felix brought his gaming pc.”

“oh.”)

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[vanilladove]

Hello, I am writing to you anonymously out of shame but you can call me Emy I was reading your blog and I was totally delighted with how you wrote and I wanted to make a request: could you write for Chuuya, Jouno, Dazai and Poe (you can add more if you like) with a reader like Mikan from danganronpa If you don't know her, her personality is a little (very) shy and she is surprised by the slightest show of affection (she is even surprised if you say good morning), often despising herself, asking others to forgive her existence and when people Annoyed with her, she tends to ask if she can take off her clothes or imitate a pig so that they can forgive her for all this because she suffered harassment in the past. I'm sorry if the request is very big 😭 but I would be grateful if you accept it (nothing happens if you don't either) I'm sorry if there are spelling errors but English is not my first language and I am using Google Translator. ♡

⋆˚࿔ ˚⋆ bsd men with a v shy + fragile reader

bow divider yeribbon

˚₊· ͟͟͞͞➳❥ pairing: various bsd men x gn!reader (dazai, atsushi, chuuya, akutagawa, jouno, poe)

˚₊· ͟͟͞͞➳❥ genre: comforting fluff!

˚₊· ͟͟͞͞➳❥ content warnings: none! also i'm not v familiar with daganronpa, so apologies for any inaccuracies! i'm just going off what wiki fandom says (。-∀-)

⊹ ࣪ ˖ dazai osamu

doesn't mind your personality, although at first he teases you mercilessly until he realizes it isn't just an act.

as someone that has also gone through trauma, he would gradually soften up to your personality and reassure you of your worth.

dazai is a very impatient man though, so expect his method of choice to be exposure therapy...like extreme exposure therapy...like bro might slap some sense into you like atsushi & akutagawa ( ó × ò)

when you start over-apologizing, he'll put a finger to your lips and stroke your face and hair to calm you down (ღˇᴗˇ)｡o

expect lots of subtle displays of affection like hand kisses, kissing away tears, and general affectionate flirting.

⊹ ࣪ ˖ atsushi nakajima

your demeanor confuses atsushi at first, to the point where he cries after the first time he meets you :,(

you're going to get a sentimental, heartfelt speech about how you deserve to live, and how you aren't a burden to anyone.

poor atsu cries over you--you guys probably have daily cry + cuddle sessions.

will do random things to cheer you up and give you many words of affirmation.

buys you a tiger plushie sprayed with his cologne to cuddle with when he isn't with you for comfort ♡

i'd like to think that through helping you, atsushi also helps address his own self-esteem issues ^w^

⊹ ࣪ ˖ akutagawa ryunosuke

hates you at first and sees you as a cowardly weakling.

it isn't until one day he randomly compliments or helps you and catches your shy/flustered expression that he begins to feel some sympathy.

will gradually visit you more until you stop flinching whenever he approaches you. he can tell you're intimidated by him because of his personality and notorious reputation.

it's definitely hard for akutagawa to be soft with you, since he's a rough person, but he tries his best to be gentle with you.

shows his care through actions more than words (sharing food with you, doing constant check-ins, guiding your back when walking with you, etc.)

promises threatens to kill those who have harmed and harassed you in the past.

becomes overprotective over you, getting mad when anyone--even jokingly--teases you.

⊹ ࣪ ˖ chuuya nakahara

tough love~!!!

expect a lot of "huh, what the hell are you talking about?" anytime you apologize for something small or suggest some self-sabotage

since you aren't used to affection and often try to reject gifts, thinking you aren't worth giving them to, chuuya will 'lovebomb' you with gifts until you get used to them as the norm and accept them willingly.

although he may seem short-tempered and easily irritated, he'll always make time to sit down with you and listen to your rants/past stories and engage in deep conversations.

holds your hands and reminds you of how strong and talented you are--will keep drilling it into your head until it sticks.

carries tissues in his suit for when you cry.

⊹ ࣪ ˖ edgar allen poe

this man may be your twin...honestly he's a bit of a mess himself, so he doesn't know how to help you.

i think poe would be relieved to find someone similar to him--also very shy and awkward/bad at socializing.

if you started apologizing when there was a pause in conversation, he would probably apologize back, and you two would go back and forth until karl bites him (꒪▿꒪)

since you both mainly only find confidence in your talents/skills, he would get to know your strengths as much as possible and encourage you to do your best!

will also share his book plots with you, taking you with him into the books and getting your feedback, never missing the chance to show you something beautiful he secretly wrote just for you

overall, poe would make you feel less alone and isolated, helping you gain confidence overtime!

⊹ ࣪ ˖ jouno saigiku

since you're already so fragile and frantic, jouno wouldn't find any pleasure in torturing or messing with you

ends up helping you under the pretense of "calming down your raging heartbeat and nerves that are too loud"; in reality, he notices how you're always on edge and just wants you to experience some peace and quiet.

jouno's sensitive to others' emotions, so i think if you were having a panic attack or extreme anxiety, he'd immediately hug + hold you until you calmed down again (ㅅ´ ˘ `)

like the rest, he'd offer you words of affirmation and hold your hand in public/around other people.

will stick around you to ward off anyone who tries to bully you or exploit your personality; blushes uncontrollably if you thank him for his simple acts ♡

[dazedantics]

You let out a strangled growl, lips quirked in a smile but brows knitted in exasperation. Hands clench in and out of the shape of a fist as they're pointed in the direction of the Destroyer King's neck. It never failed. Everytime he came about he let out some snarky quips that made you want to throttle him.

Maybe he didn't mean it, maybe he just had a bad day, maybe he'd come round later to apologize, you first thought.

But no. No, he never came back, never did something to make up for it. Sure, he didn't have to, he practically ruled the city so why would he bother? But you had half a mind to think he had something personal against you (not that you knew what) since he just kept returning to this place and giving some back handed jab at your state of being or your establishment.

A "No Benimaru's Allowed" sign was a tempting idea to add to your front door. But if you did that you'd probably get less business than usual. That wouldn't be good.

So, you settled for grunting in frustration and trying to keep an air of professionalism about you.

"You know, there's a saying that 'if you have nothing nice to say, don't say it at all,' I think you could benefit from it." You spoke, turning your back to him and trying to distract yourself with the succulents on the shelf.

"There's also the fact that people who can't take criticism will never grow, you could benefit from that."

Your eye twitched.

The smile stayed firmly on your lips as you tried to contain yourself. He was so childish for someone so admired, never allowing anyone to have the last word.

He wasn't even looking at you, simply perusing the sunny room with unbothered hands shoved in his navy sleeves. His sad expression was his natural resting pose, you knew that, but it only further irked you.

"You are the bane of my existence, Shinmon. You make me want to strangle you which is very unfortunate cause I also really want to kiss you. You're a big heartless oaf and I hate having to put up with your check-ins everyday."

"See? That's why business is always so slow. Can't keep friendly with that mouth."

More uncomfortable groans threatened to escape you and you ran frustrated hands through your hair.

The captain finally turned to you, stepping forward as you breathed out cursed obscenities. Dark rouge eyes seemed to tear into your very soul and you found yourself wishing he went back to ignoring you.

For each step forward you took a step back, stopping only when the dark wood behind you forced you to do so. A firm forearm was pressed against the wall just above your head, caging you between it and the shameless fire captain. Your heart beat faster with what you couldn't tell was fear, anger, or anticipation. Perhaps all three.

"And you should straighten out those feelings of yours before making such big statements like that."

He was making you uncomfortably hot, his natural heat starting to seep into your clothes. His breath smelt of warm cider and rich spices.

"Yeah, like you've ever done the same." You scoffed. It was getting hard to look him in the eyes. His soft, round beautiful eyes.

He shrugged, "maybe not," then leaned closer till his straight nose brushed against your own, "but I know how and when to take action. You could learn a thing or two from me if you didn't waste your time mulling over stupid contradictions."

There wasn't room for response as the captain's lips locked on yours. Brash and hungry, sucking and nipping whenever desired, free hand reaching up to cradle your neck and cheek to guide you further. Firm and deftly, the fire making all your senses freeze and melt with the sensations. You weren't sure this was the same intolerable guy anymore.

When he pulled back, you were stiff and flaming, practically short circuiting, but he was unbothered as ever. As if he hadn't just enacted the most heart jerking moment in your life. His plump lips still curled down into their pout, his eyes still turned down sadly, his fair skin still undisturbed by any pink hue.

He settled his hands back into his sleeves, "maybe now you'll learn to act first, complain later. It'll save ya plenty of time." Then he left the shop as if he was going though the same old routine.

You were completely baffled. Did he really just leave like that? Should you be mad? How were you going to get on with your day now? And every other day to follow?

You would never understand him.

"... I thought you were supposed to stop fires, not ignite them ...."

[cyb-by-lang]

Cascade (part 15)

Wherein we wrap this arc up, finally.

Fun fact: Koda would be able to identify a transformed shinobi as not-a-real-animal because his Quirk wouldn't work on them.

They sat in silence for a while, though Midoriya moved off his cot to gently rest his hand on Iida’s arm. Iida couldn’t really lean on him, but his breathing steadied after a little while. Midoriya’s mumbling was probably more a comfort than she’d ever manage.

Kei tried not to watch. She mostly ended up staring out the window, toward the not-so-distant column of smoke elsewhere in Hosu. 

If she focused, she could feel Obito poking around the area, hopping from roof to roof with his chakra a guiding light in the dark. Whatever he wrote would probably cushion Kei’s report to Sensei, if only because she’d actually been there for all of the nonsense. Her smoldering humiliation leftover from the fight wasn’t his problem.

“Gekkō-san,” Iida asked after a while, drawing her gaze back to the rest of the room. “I…thank you. For trying to help.” 

“That’s what heroes do.” Every word felt disingenuous at best. A canned, thoughtless phrase.

“Not that. I meant before. When you tried to give me a chance to talk,” Iida told her, still sounding low. 

Oh. That. “I knew you were hurt,” Kei said, as neutral as she could manage. “People in bad places don’t always make the best decisions.”

“I believe I proved you incontrovertibly right.” 

“Yeah, you did,” Kei admitted, watching Iida’s shoulders sink. She slid her way off the bed and finally crossed the space between their hospital beds, leaning so she could try and catch his downcast gaze. Only after she succeeded did she add, “But Iida-kun, you’re better than your worst day. It’s just up to you to go and prove it.” 

“It sounds so simple when you say it like that,” Iida muttered, though the furrow between his brows had smoothed out.

“Maybe. But ‘simple’ and ‘easy’ aren’t the same thing.” Like surviving high school again without wanting to explode. Kei certainly failed at that one.

“We’re not heroes yet,” Midoriya offered, nudging Iida with his elbow. The uninjured one. “I think that means we don’t have to have everything figured out right now. And we’ll learn together. Right, Todoroki-kun?” 

“Right.” 

Eventually, visiting hours drew to a close. While Kei managed to wriggle her way out of having to stay in the hospital any longer, Iida was thoroughly trapped by his injuries. Instead, she took a (stealthy) rooftop route to Manual’s agency, checked in at the front desk to the sound of fussing night shift staff members, then went to her temporary room. 

(Obito, partway through said route: “Hey! Rough night, huh?” 

Kei, irritable and in the form of a feral cat, swiped at him.

“Okay, okay, we’ll catch up later.”)

The next day, Iida went home with his mom. Given the state of his arms, Kei figured the most strenuous item left on his to-do list for the week was to visit his brother’s hospital room. The most important was to avoid any and all news channels, because the Hero Killer incident (and Endeavor’s credited capture) seemed inescapable. The media wanted to dissect the psychology of a murdering shithead more than they wanted to investigate anything worthwhile. Every time she saw his smug jerk face on a TV screen, she wanted to punch it. 

Somehow, her self-control held out.

Perhaps as a merciful stroke from some higher power, every single patrol without Iida was blessedly boring. Bereft of one intern, Manual tried to teach her the ins and outs of hero work when one’s patrol partner was currently unavailable. He even tried to console her about the dead Nōmu in the middle of the alleyway, which everyone also had decided was going to be attributed to Endeavor despite the knives in its brain. But in Kei’s view, his most important contribution to her education had nothing to do with that. 

Instead, Manual helped Kei find the appropriate phrasing in Bureaucrat to tell her costume’s source company to go fuck themselves. She'd figure something out with the school's support department after taking shears to her costume as it was.

Midoriya, via text, offered to introduce Kei to the explosive and bubbly Hatsume Mei instead. 

Figuring it could not actually be worse than the decorative obi that nearly got her stabbed in the face, Kei gave him permission. Encouragement, even. And the now-boring Hosu patrols gave Kei opportunities to text Power Loader’s under-eighteen nemesis about her upgrade ideas. While it did mean more of a paper trail, so be it. She wasn’t getting into another fight with that aesthetic-only nightmare ever again. 

It also served as a decent distraction from the creeping realization that Isobu had been silent for days. Kei’s head wasn't supposed to be lonely.

But all of the internships did come to a quiet sort of end. Society rumbled beneath their feet, but so far, the volcano wasn’t smoking just yet. 

Next up: End-of term final exams. 

[00lari00]

🎩~The Toppat Clan origin

First Toppat era (1920-1960):

The toppat clan started with the first 3 leaders. Dusty, CloudFace and Frank (TRNK)

Dusty (1877-1950): died of a brain problem and old age. In his past he worked as a casino owner and made money by cheating and swindling people. He carried a scepter with an emerald in it. He was arrested for several frauds and manipulations of people and games. He knew how to steal and convince people very well, all to have power over one or more people.

Cloudface (1885-1970) Retired and died of old age. Cloudface was a master of disguise and liked to fool people. He is very quiet and thoughtful about what he would steal and do. To escape from difficult situations, he would throw smoke bombs to make people faint, One moment you see him and then you can't see him anymore because of the cloud of smoke. He loved to sneak around and steal things. He was arrested for several robberies, false documents and break-ins.

Frank (T.R.N.K.) (1895-1960) Died in the middle of an invasion of the Toppat base. He was arrested for a crime he didn't commit because he was found at the scene of the crime, he had a wife and daughter. But since he was arrested, his wife didn't trust him anymore, he couldn't see his own family anymore. Since no one believed him anymore, he decided to join CloudFace and Dusty in their life of crime. "If it's a criminal they see... Then it's a criminal they will have"-Frank

At a time when the Toppat clan was desperate to find a new, trustworthy leader. They decided to try to revive one of the three leaders who was Frank. But with the combination of large-scale electricity and magic... The Toppat clan learned not to wake up dead people... He lost control of his own mind when they brought him back to life, he was no longer human. He couldn't think or form words, he just attacked everyone he saw. He had completely lost sanity, many toppats died that day.

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How they met for the first time...

The three met in prison, Frank was imprisoned for crimes he didn't commit. He was cellmates with Cloudface and Dusty. They got to know each other and shared their life stories, becoming great friends and companions. The three made a plan to escape together, with the plan of committing more crimes after the escape. The three of them made a plan to escape together, with the intention of committing more crimes after the escape. After leaving prison and becoming outlaws, they became legendary criminals in many parts of the world, known as the "Triple Thief".

Dusty was the mastermind of the trio, he made the best plans and knew how to convince people, he always knew where and when to rob. Cloudface was the sneaky one of the group, the distraction, he always disguised himself as different people and identities, nobody really recognized him because of his beard. Frank was the strength of the trio, he carried a spiked club. After more than 20 or 30 years, they were arrested in an ambush by the government and taken to The Wall. It was almost like the end for them. But they realized that all the prisoners at The Wall knew and revered them, as if they were crime legends to be respected.

Seeing that this couldn't be the end, they came up with the greatest plan of all, they would free all the prisoners from The Wall, promising that they would all become better and stronger criminals, they would become a clan, a family of criminals where they would be respected by the world. The prisoners then made a big riot on The Wall, they started to destroy everything, all the prisoners fled, all following the Trio's orders to guide them. They started wearing hats in Dusty's honor, because the plan to break out of The Wall and form a clan was his. "The Toppat Clan" was created in 1920, and continues with its incredible crimes and thefts until today.

Note: Maybe I'll add more things in the future and new characters, this is just the summary of the story

Note 2: If there are any grammar mistake, please let me know ^^

Note 3!!: I'm open to asks about them or my au!!!!

[randomestfandoms-ocs]

Luckiest Girl In The World – Preview

When Max found out that Kyla's summer plans had amounted to "I don't know, hang out in the city I guess, avoid Kate's constant questions, go back to being boring until school starts up", he had called her tragic and told her that instead she would be spending the summer with him, first in Monaco and then the Caribbean, wrapping it up with Labour Day in the Hamptons. It hadn't been a question, so she'd just nodded and let Luna take over her packing.

Now, a few weeks into the best and most torturous summer of her life, Kyla had found one glaring mistake in her plans. Instead of getting over her feelings for Max – the huge, embarrassing crush that she was determined not to have because Max Wolfe would never feel the same way about her – a summer of hot weather, skimpy clothing, and very close proximity had only made them that much stronger.

(AKA an excuse to write gratuitous smut that got out of hand, so for now have 2k of exposition leading into the first smut scene)

notes: rated T – suggestive but not graphic so read at your own discretion (lmk if I should add any warnings or change the rating); title comes from Pretty Woman: The Musical

Tag List: @airwolf92 – want to be added?

“I like being in our super secret bubble,” Kyla said, looking up at Max through dark lashes.  “Even Gossip Girl doesn’t know where we are.  It’s like... I don’t know, like we’re actually free.”

Max looked back at her, face as unreadable as ever.  His cheeks were flushed pink from the alcohol they’d been drinking, bringing out the blue of his eyes, and even the sticky humidity hadn’t been enough to destroy his artfully messy hair.

God, she could have stared at him forever.  She probably would have, if he hadn’t pulled her out of her thoughts.

“I like it too,” he said.  “There’s a freedom here that New York doesn’t have, even before Gossip Girl made a debut.”

It was the most open she’d ever seen him and it was magnetic.  She couldn’t look away, could only gaze up at him with wide eyes, leaning just a bit closer —

DING

The elevator reached their floor, and Kyla jumped slightly.  Max wrapped an arm around her waist to steady her, the combination of alcohol and high heels still giving her difficulty, and she couldn’t help but shiver when his fingertips brushed lightly against the side of her breast.

He guided her down the hall to their suite, his hand burning on her bare skin in a way she knew that she would never be able to forget.  

It’s not that Max was never sweet in New York — everyone knew just how charming Max Wolfe could be — but their trip had loosened him up and she would always love this beautiful country for giving her this side of him.

He unlocked their door, following her into the dimly lit living room.  The suite was, in a word, ridiculous.  In another word, extravagant.  It took up two floors, each one with a bedroom, living room, and terrace, all glittering opulence and incredible seaside views.  Max had told her, back on the first day, that it wasn’t actually the most expensive room in the hotel, but he’d insisted that the jacuzzi — the only thing lacking in the princely suite — was non-negotiable.  And really, after weeks of spending her evenings sitting in that jacuzzi trying not to stare at Max, shirtless beside her, she could understand the appeal.

Max had claimed the lower floor for its large office, but spent most of his days working in the upper floor’s living room instead.  Kyla liked it better that way, it meant that while she spent most of her time out on the terrace or in the pool, sunbathing or swimming or reading, she could look over at the wall-to-wall windows and see him glancing back at her.  She always found herself thinking of Pretty Women, privately thinking of herself as the Vivian to Max’s Edward as she accompanied him on his trip, Max paying for almost an entirely new wardrobe and teaching her the ins and outs of high society.  The prideful part of her hated the comparison, but another, secret, part of her almost envied Vivian — at least Edward had wanted her.

Kyla had promised herself that she would get over him.  Being together all summer was supposed to officially cement him into the friends category, not add to her stupid, embarrassing crush.  But day after day in the most beautiful place she’d ever seen, spending almost every waking hour together?  It would have been torture no matter what.  But in Monaco?  Where they spent hours lounging by the pool, where she could watch water drip-drip-drip down the flat planes of his stomach?  Where they spent half of their dinners at beautiful, expensive, intimate restaurants and the other half on their quiet, peaceful, isolated terrace?  Where Max was bringing her to casinos and yachts and operas, dressing her to the nines and keeping an arm around her all night, showing her off like she was somehow impressive?  Where he flew them to other European cities if Kyla so much as mentioned a passing interest, where he didn’t utter a single complaint when Kyla wanted to visit tourist attractions that he’d undoubtedly seen a hundred times?

Kyla had always known that Max Wolfe was nothing like any other boy she’d known, but Monaco had shown her a brand new side of him.  A side that was, somehow, even more captivating than she could have imagined.

There had been a time, once, where she thought he might have wanted her.  When she was first pulled into their group, unrecognizable even to herself as Luna and Monet dragged her into Dumbo Hall.  She’d been in a short gold dress, almost the same shade as her hair, with gold Louboutin heels that she could hardly walk in.  She’d stumbled as they entered, and Max had been by her side instantly to catch her.  His arm around her waist, a suggestive smirk on his face, his interest had been obvious even before Monet had told him to “fuck the blushing virgin out of her.”

But nothing had ever come of it.  He’d gotten her back to his place, pushing her against a few walls to make out along the way.  But once his shirt was off and her dress was pooled around her feet, she froze.  His gaze had been intense, heated in a way that she’d never experienced, and without even realizing it, she’d wrapped her arms back around herself and started to shut down.

To his credit, Max had been incredible.  He’d immediately grabbed a robe for her, and another for himself, gently guiding her away from his bed and towards a couch instead.  He’d told her that they didn’t have to fuck, he wasn’t into sleeping with anyone who wasn’t willing, and he’d have no problem lying to the girls to keep them off her back.

At the time, it had given him a certain Prince Charming allure, cementing his position as possibly the only person in the Upper East Side that she could actually trust.  But as time went on, as she found herself more and more curious about the Max Wolfe Experience, as he never gave her another look, it had begun to sting.  How was it that Max could be interested in every single person he met except for her?  She hated to care so much about one boy’s opinion, but his lack of interest left her constantly doubting herself.  Was she not attractive enough?  Was she so undesirable that even the biggest playboy in the city didn’t want her?  Or had her initial panic locked her into his mind as just a stupid little girl, someone he needed to babysit, not someone he’d want to fuck?

Usually, after a late night out, they would return to the upper living room together, where Kyla could kick off her heels and Max would remove his tie, sharing a bottle of champagne and a platter of chocolate covered strawberries, before eventually retiring to their respective rooms.

But as he closed the door behind them, Max looked down at her.  There was something heavy in his gaze, something heady, intense in a way she’d never seen him.  She stared back at him, barely breathing as she waited for — whatever was coming, she really didn’t know.

Kyla had no idea how much time passed, just staring at each other, breathing in each other’s air, chests rising and falling in sync; it might have been an hour, maybe only a minute.  Then, Max brushed a finger beneath her chin, tilting it up ever so slightly, and pressed his lips to hers.

The world vanished in a primal haze.  All Kyla could do was melt into his touch, gasping softly when he slid his tongue into her mouth, parting her lips and letting him take whatever he wanted.

That seemed to encourage him.  He fisted her hair, tugging gently, tipping her head back to bare the soft flesh of her neck, and trailed bruising kisses down, down, down to her collarbone — teeth grazing her skin, sending a jolt of heat through her body. As he did, his other hand slid from her waist to the small of her back, slipping beneath the fabric of her backless dress.

She was on fire, burn-burn-burning under his ministrations.  Every touch felt like white hot needles pressed against her sensitive skin, too much and not nearly enough. He moved down to the jut her collarbone and Kyla finally came to her senses enough to move, tangling a hand in his hair, the other finding a place on his chest, curling into a fist around the fabric of his shirt.

“Max,” she whined when he pulled back, humming contentedly when he pressed another kiss to her swollen lips.

“Bedroom,” he said, voice rough in a way that made her knees shake.

She stumbled, catching herself with one hand on the wall and the other still gripping his shirt.

Max smirked at that, the same smug smirk that had always made her feel like a particularly cute pet, equal parts hot and condescending.  But where it usually left her frustrated, irritated and wanting to prove herself, this time it only added to the heat in her belly.  And this time, she could use her hold on his shirt to tug him down and kiss it right off of him.

When she pulled back, it was her turn to smirk at the look of shock on his face.

“Menace.”

“What are you going to do about it?” she retorted.

It was the wrong — or very right, really — thing to say, and before she could quite realize what was happening, he’d lifted her up.  She wrapped her legs around his waist, certain that the heels of her shoes had to be digging into his back, but he didn’t seem bothered as he carried her down the hall towards his bedroom.

Kyla hadn’t known that he was that strong, but god, if it wasn’t doing something to her.  She definitely wouldn’t be forgetting how it felt, his arms wound firmly around her and his abs flexing against her stomach. With Max focused on opening the door, Kyla dropped her head down to latch onto the crook of his neck; if he could cover her in bite marks, she could give him one too.

He groaned, and Kyla could feel the vibration all the way through her body.  She tightened her legs around his waist, punctuating the hickey with another bite.

He set her down on the edge of the bed, standing in between her legs.

“Menace,” he repeated.

Kyla smiled up at him innocently, before taking advantage of his tie to pull him down for another kiss.  He was quick to reclaim control — really, Kyla could definitely have predicted that Max Wolfe would be the type to take charge in bed — and she was happy to let him.  

Max pulled back first, silk tie slipping through Kyla’s fingers as he did.  She sat, frozen, watching him.  Was he about to leave?  Going to call it a mistake, call it a night, pretend it never happened?  Had she been an idiot for ever thinking—

Oh.  Oh.  She’d been so lost in thought that she hadn’t noticed him unbuttoning his shirt until it was hitting the floor along with his blazer and the oh-so-tempting tie.

She had seen Max shirtless before.  Several times.  When she’d crash with him after parties, when they’d all spent New Year’s in Hudson, and every single day since they’d landed in Monaco.  Safe to say, she was familiar with the view.

But she’d never been able to appreciate it before, not really.  She’d never been able to just look, to stare unapologetically at the flat planes of pale skin, or to touch, to reach out and trace her finger over the faint lines of muscle, to place her palm flat on his stomach, sliding it up-up-up over his chest until she could feel his heart beating fast against her hand.  She could feel his nipple stiffen under her hand, and couldn’t resist the urge to tweak it lightly.

He gasped.

[manonamora-if]

November Check-In

As mentioned in my previous weekly update, monthly check-ins will be posted on the 1st of every month, recap'ing what's been done and what's the plan for next month.

Recap of last month's progress

IF Events in the Next Month

Plan for the next month

Still long post ahead. If you want a mini version, head over to itch.io!

October progress

The plan for last October was to:

Play and review more IF games ��

Finish the La Petite Mort remaster: ✅

Either continue a WIP or fix another semi-completed game ❌

maybe try to add another block to the SugarCube Guide? ❌

The first was easily completed, since I reviewed about 40 games (out of the 75 entries) from this edition of the IFComp. This was more than last year in terms of quantity and time spent (more long entries this year), so while I did not play/review all entries, I'm happy with having done all that so far. Maybe I'll revisit the rest at a later point.

The second was a bit difficult. Working on the re-writes started pretty easy, but I ended up being completely short for words half-way through (even if I could visualise the scenes). Switching to translating the completed passaged helped pick up the pace, but I did this a bit too late, looking back. This meant I rushed through the last week, just before the EctoComp deadline, to complete a working state. This also means that while the game is complete, there are kinks that still need to be ironed out. This include the missing full passages (half-written or drafted, but not translated), missing translation (especially for the last passage), and taking care of the last UI friction. Another update is coming.

Having spent so much time on the first two, and IRL just swinging its bat at me, the last two points were not touched at all. Still, it's not bad, and other things came about:

The Bare-Bones Jam managed to get two dozen entries, which is pretty decent considering it happened at the same time as the EctoComp and the voting of the IFComp.

Lots of interesting discussion happened in the @neointeractives Discord server, especially covering the IFComp (moderation can't sleep).

I somehow managed to wing an entry for the inkJam, with In the Blink of an Eye. Don't know how I managed, I certainly wasn't in the right state of mind. Also turns out it was a 4-bird-1-stone, since I translated it in French.

Had an actual AMA on the blog, that was properly scheduled!

So still quite a bit considering life... (it's really been a lot, haven't processed most of it yet)

-_-

What's happening in November?

Nanowrimo for the writers, which can be a good incentive to progress the writing of a game.

The IFComp, EctoComp, and inkJam are always looking for players/voters. If you want to play a few short-ish games, take advantage of that!

The @seedcomp-if is always looking for inspiration (text, images, code, etc...) in this current first round. If you have half-baked ideas or anything, really, come submit something!

Over @neointeractives, we just wrapped up the Bare-Bones Jam and we have a new jam in the work... the ShuffleComp! Stay tuned ;)

-_-

The PLANtm for November

Still play more IF and maybe review. With the Bare-Bones Jam and the EctoComp over, that's a good 50 games to try out. (I've started with the inkJam already)

Finish the edits of Harcourt Ch5 (and get MelS to send me his Ch6 writing)

Fix one of the semi-completed games: either the Egg parser or TRNT (and make it a proper parser)

Finish that darn SugarCube Guide: there aren't much left in the guide to cover, but there are a few things to fix.

I would also like to compile the short drabbles from @crimsonroseandwhitelily into something more substantial. Either as a side page or within the game itself.

Taking the list of TO-DO from August…

To-Do not require much of new stuff:

translate Escape Goncharov! into French. ✅

fix the bugs in EDOC + overall the French version to match

fix the bugs of TRNT + find a way to add the missing pieces (mayyyybe translate into French?)

fix the formatting of DOL-OS + translate into English ✅

update LPM with the missing content + translate into English ✅

It's really been going down, which I am super happy about! I've made quite a bit of progress on that part since I made that To-DO (considering waves at life)

The rest of the To-Do pile was:

Finish The Rye in the Dark City (and maybe translate?)

Finish P-Rix - Space Trucker (and try to translate)

Finish Exquisite Cadaver (translation unlikely, current gameplay too complex to port for French)

Add a chapter to CRWL + fix/reopen the blog

Re-working TTTT to its originally planned state (lol, not likety)

Re-working SPS Iron Hammer (samesies)

Coding TTATEH (MelS dependent - shooting for end of year)

Emptying my inboxes (they are not all answered tho)

Honestly, this pile probably won't get done this year....

[gender-darling]

can you tell me about how you came up with your most used names? /jc /nf

-Toby

Well , you know ( i think ) how i got Caelum and Mute so i'll skip over those , so anyhoot ;

I usually get my names by just looking up "name list" on here ! I also look at things other's have requested from other blogs ( my favorite blogs to go thru are squidthing & engagekiss ) , and you know those sites full of baby names ? I go thru those and yoink what i like !

I also like to just take words and make them names ! Like Mutt , Salad , Graves , ect ! I also slap TWO words together to make EXTRA SILLIE NAMES like Catscratch , Dogfight , ect ! Sometimes i take pretty sounding words and add "ette" , "iette" , "ine" , or "ina" to make a name .

THOOOUUUGGGHHH

Most of my currently preferred names are ... Traditional names . And so are my secondary and tertiary names

... Anyhoot thats Jekyll's classified name guide !

[digitalteacherhydposts]

Improve Your English Skills Through Digital Teacher English Language Lab

Improve Your English Language Skills With English Language Lab Software

Now imagine a language lab as this awesome place where you can improve your language skills. Like science labs, which are filled with devices and materials, English language labs are also filled with amazing tools that help you learn the ins and outs of many languages. Keep in mind the language lab is a support system for those in need of a tool for language learning. It’s similar to having a guiding hand that advances your understanding of the English language and helps you become a specialist in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

You have to spend time in a language lab to learn it. Talk, listen, and keep up with the rhythm of the language. Speaking, listening, and practicing must never end if you want to become a language expert. It’s the key to success in language education. Speaking and listening are the two types of language skills: they require a great deal of practice.

What Are the Main Benefits of a Language Lab?

Language labs are the newest attractive thing in schools, colleges, and universities.

The language learning lab helps you learn words, vocabulary, and pronunciation. In India, the English language is treated like a foreign language.

Making the whole learning scene way more fun and reliable.

So, language labs are like the super tools of learning, creating this awesome online learning environment that students admire.

Teachers like it as well! These labs allow them to add the latest developments in technology to their classes, making studying as interesting as popular entertainment. Students receive more practice time, with English learning software.

Let’s look at skills now, with the main 4 as LSRW (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). The language lab is the playground, and it plays an important role in the study of English languages.

Features and Skills of English Language Lab Software

Have you ever thought why language labs are so popular in universities/colleges and schools? Now Read below and make sure you’re for these amazing benefits!

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As a result, the English language is the learning like of super-humans, enabling an environment where expertise in technology is present and increasing the overall reliability and joy of the learning process.

Now, let’s speak of English language skills. Its four key components are LSRW (listening, speaking, reading, and writing).

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Lectures, tutorials (with note-taking), and group discussions Activities in the language lab that enhance listening skills.

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with the help of digital teacher English language lab speaking skills software, students are aware of the role of speaking in English, and our software practice activities like Listening to the audio related to the pictures and listening to expert voice and your voice simultaneously.

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Reading skills: to improve students’ knowledge of writing as a specific and disciplined ability. to give students the tools necessary for many types of writing, starting with the simpler ones. It enhances your English writing abilities by using proper grammar and sentence structure. Writing helps you express yourself clearly and easily to a much wider audience while also making your thoughts public. It’s easier than you would think

The English language lab is a handy tool that facilitates classroom engagement and interaction via computer-based activities and exercises to increase language immersion.

More info. https://www.englishlab.co.in/

[i4technolab]

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[constantcreates]

7 Innovative Ways to Repurpose Your Old Social Media and Blog Content

Repurposing old content is more than just recycling—it’s about reimagining its potential. As the digital world evolves, so should our approach to content. Just because it's old doesn't mean it's outdated. With a few creative tweaks, you can make your previous content shine like new, reaching a wider audience and reinforcing your brand’s message.

Rejuvenate Old Blogs with Video Content

The power of video in today's digital age is undeniable. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and even LinkedIn are prioritizing visual content, making videos a must-have component for brands.

Bite-Sized Video Summaries: Try converting blog posts into short and snappy videos that capture the essence of your message. It's a great way to keep your audience hooked and interested.

Behind-the-Scenes Footage: Showcase the making of your blog post, product, or service, offering your audience a personal connection with your brand.

Animated Explainers: Utilize animations to break down complex ideas, making them digestible and entertaining for viewers.

Deepen your understanding of visual branding and how it influences your audience with our article on Color Psychology in Social Media Design: How to Choose the Right Palette for Your Posts.

Enhance with Engaging Visual Graphics

They say a picture speaks a thousand words, and in the world of social media, visual graphics can be the differentiator.

Infographics: Represent data or lists visually, making complex information easier to understand.

Quotes & Highlights: Create graphics from noteworthy quotes or highlights, making them easily shareable.

Interactive Graphics: Engage your audience with clickable graphics, leading them to more in-depth content or resources.

Discover the ins and outs of captivating graphic design in our guide on Everything You Need to Know About Creating Cohesive Social Media Graphics.

Refresh and Update Information in Old Posts

The digital realm is constantly evolving. Ensure your content remains relevant by updating it periodically.

Integrate Latest Statistics: Keep your audience informed with the most recent data and research.

Incorporate Recent Trends: Weave in current industry news or changes to make your content timely.

Add New Examples or Case Studies: Real-world examples can provide added context and depth.

Stay updated and informed with insights from our Fridays With Faye: Weekly Newsletter.

Introduce a Lead Magnet or Freebie

Elevate your content by offering something tangible and valuable to your audience.

Printables: Design handy templates or worksheets that complement your post’s topic.

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Elevate your branding game with our Free Branding Identity Checklist.

Convert Blog Posts Into Podcast Episodes or Webinars

Diversify your content formats to cater to a broader range of audience preferences.

Discussion Formats: Engage in in-depth conversations around your content, adding layers of depth and perspective.

Guest Collaborations: Feature industry experts to provide a fresh take on your old topics.

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For insights on the importance of maintaining brand consistency across various content formats, check out our post on Transform Your Brand: The Ultimate Guide to a Consistent Identity.

Create a Series or Challenge Around a Popular Post

In order to really connect with your audience, it's important to focus on engagement. If you notice that a specific piece of content is getting a lot of interest, don't be afraid to create more content around it.

Content Sequels: Develop follow-up pieces that build on the original post.

Themed Monthly Challenges: Engage your audience with tasks or actions based on your content.

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Find more ways to boost engagement with Leveling Up Your Social Media Game With Post Templates.

Collaborate with Influencers or Brands for a Fresh Perspective

Expand your reach and introduce new voices to your content.

Joint Live Sessions: Collaborate on discussions that merge both brands' perspectives.

Guest Contributions: Allow external voices to provide updates or fresh takes on your content.

Content Swaps: Exchange blogs or social posts with like-minded brands to introduce each other to a new audience.

Navigate the complexities of brand identity with our guide, Steer Clear of These 7 Brand Identity Mistakes for Business Success.

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[my-kid-reports]

How to Build Trust With Parents as a New Childcare Business

Starting a new childcare business is exciting — but let’s be real, it’s also a little nerve-wracking. You’ve set up your space, trained your staff, and maybe even opened your doors. But one big question remains: how do you get parents to trust you with their most precious little humans?

Why Trust Should Be Your #1 Priority

Childcare isn’t like other businesses. You’re not just selling a service — you’re offering peace of mind. You’re caring for someone’s child, and that comes with an emotional responsibility that goes far beyond schedules and snacks.

Here’s why trust is absolutely essential:

🧠 It’s deeply emotional — Parents need to feel that their child is safe, loved, and growing every day.

💬 It powers communication — When trust is strong, conversations flow easier.

🌱 It builds loyalty — Happy, trusting parents become your best marketing tool through word-of-mouth.

7 Practical Ways to Build Parent Trust (Even If You’re Just Starting Out)

1. Prioritize Transparent, Ongoing Communication

Parents want updates, not guesswork. Set up systems to share daily progress, meal logs, nap times, and highlights. Better yet, use childcare software to automate and simplify this process.

2. Put Your Staff’s Credentials Front and Center

Highlight your team’s training, certifications, and passion for working with kids. The more qualified your team appears, the more reassured parents will feel.

3. Create a Safe, Clean, and Inviting Space

Cleanliness and safety should never be an afterthought. Post regular safety checklists, follow hygiene routines religiously, and offer facility tours that show parents your space is both warm and secure.

4. Establish Clear Policies (and Stick to Them)

Having written, easy-to-understand policies shows professionalism and avoids miscommunication. Whether it’s your sick child policy or discipline approach, transparency helps everyone stay on the same page.

5. Share Testimonials and Real Stories

People trust people. Encourage happy parents to leave reviews, then showcase them on your website and socials. A story from another parent can be more persuasive than any ad.

6. Be Open to Feedback and Willing to Improve

Feedback is a gift, even when it stings a little. Have multiple channels where parents can share concerns and ideas, and always show how their input is driving improvements.

7. Use Childcare Tech That Builds Transparency

Modern childcare management software like MyKidReports helps bridge the trust gap by giving parents real-time insights into their child’s day. From digital check-ins to activity logs and secure messages, tech makes transparency easy.

Building Trust Is an Ongoing Journey

The bottom line? Trust takes time — but every step you take toward openness, safety, and parent connection adds up.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to strengthen your reputation, investing in trust is investing in the future of your childcare business. And with tools like MyKidReports, building and maintaining that trust becomes simpler and more seamless than ever.

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The Ultimate Guide to Local SEO for Indian Businesses

In a country as diverse and densely populated as India, the way people search for businesses online is hyper-local. Whether it's a salon in Mumbai, a restaurant in Delhi, or a yoga studio in Bengaluru—most customers are typing “near me” in Google. That’s where Local SEO comes into play. If you're an Indian business trying to get found in your own city or neighborhood, mastering local SEO isn’t just a bonus—it’s a necessity.

Let’s break down how you can dominate your local market with powerful, practical SEO strategies tailored for Indian businesses.

What Is Local SEO, and Why Should You Care?

Local SEO is the art and science of optimizing your online presence to attract more business from relevant local searches. When someone types “best chai cafe near me” or “tailor in Jaipur,” Google wants to deliver the most relevant local results—and you want to be at the top of that list.

If your business depends on walk-ins, local clients, or regional reputation, Local SEO helps you:

Show up in Google’s local pack (the map listings)

Rank higher in Google Maps

Gain visibility in location-specific searches

Increase foot traffic and calls

Step 1: Claim and Optimize Your Google Business Profile

This is ground zero for local SEO in India.

Go to Google Business Profile and claim your listing.

Use your official business name, accurate address, and local phone number.

Choose the right categories for your business (e.g., “South Indian Restaurant” instead of just “Restaurant”).

Add business hours, photos, menu/services, and a detailed description.

Encourage happy customers to leave reviews—they’re gold for rankings.

Bonus tip: Use keywords in your business description like “Best Bengali Sweets in Kolkata” to catch local searches.

Step 2: Get Listed in Indian Local Directories

You don’t just need to be on Google—you need to be everywhere your customers are searching.

Start by getting your business listed on:

Justdial

Sulekha

IndiaMART

Yellow Pages India

NearMeTrade

AskLaila

Make sure your Name, Address, and Phone number (NAP) are consistent across all listings.

Step 3: Add Local Schema Markup

Schema markup is like speaking Google’s language. It gives search engines more context about your business.

Use LocalBusiness schema to tell Google your exact location, services, opening hours, and more. If you're not tech-savvy, tools like Merkle's Schema Generator can help.

Step 4: Optimize for Mobile and Speed

In India, over 70% of local searches happen on mobile. If your website takes ages to load or looks messy on phones, you're losing business.

Use a mobile-responsive design

Compress images for faster load times

Use local hosting for quicker performance

Keep contact info clickable (tap-to-call)

Step 5: Local Keywords Are the Real MVP

Don’t just optimize for “plumber”—optimize for “plumber in Pune” or even “affordable plumber Kothrud.”

Use tools like:

Google Keyword Planner

Ubersuggest

Ahrefs (for more advanced users)

Focus on long-tail, geo-targeted keywords like:

“Wedding photographer in Hyderabad”

“Organic grocery store Chennai”

“Best dosa in Indiranagar”

Step 6: Create Location-Specific Landing Pages

If you have outlets in multiple cities, don’t lump them into one page.

Instead, create separate pages like:

yourwebsite.com/delhi

yourwebsite.com/mumbai

yourwebsite.com/ahmedabad

Each page should include:

City-specific keywords

Testimonials from local customers

Location map and contact details

Step 7: Get Reviews from Local Customers

In India, word-of-mouth is king. Online reviews are the new “aunty recommendation.”

Ask your loyal customers to leave honest reviews on:

Google

Facebook

Justdial or Sulekha (depending on your audience)

Respond to all reviews, good or bad. It shows that you care.

Step 8: Use Social Media to Drive Local Signals

Facebook and Instagram play a big role in your local presence, especially for Indian audiences.

Tag your location in every post

Use location-based hashtags like #DelhiEats or #ChennaiStartup

Promote your posts to a radius-based audience

Step 9: Earn Local Backlinks

Local links tell Google you're legit in your area.

Ways to build them:

Collaborate with local bloggers or influencers

Sponsor a local event or NGO

Get featured in city-based media (e.g., Bangalore Mirror, Pune365)

Step 10: Track, Measure, Improve

Use tools like:

Google Analytics to track traffic

Google Search Console to monitor rankings

Google Business Profile Insights for calls, views, and direction requests

Keep refining what works and drop what doesn’t.

Final Thoughts

India’s digital space is growing at a record pace—and so is the competition. If you're not actively optimizing your local presence, you're leaving money on the table. The good news? Local SEO isn’t rocket science. With consistent effort, a focus on your customer, and some help from this guide, your business can rise to the top—right where your customers are looking.

FAQs

1. Is Local SEO only for small businesses in India? Not at all. Even large multi-location brands benefit from strong local SEO strategies, especially in India’s diverse markets.

2. How long does it take to see results from Local SEO? Usually between 2–4 months for noticeable improvement, depending on competition and consistency.

3. Should I invest in paid ads or Local SEO? Both have their place. Local SEO builds long-term organic visibility, while ads offer short-term boosts. Ideally, use both in tandem.

4. Can I do Local SEO myself or should I hire an agency? You can definitely start on your own with guides like this. But for faster, expert-level results, a specialized agency can help.

5. Do reviews really affect my local ranking? Yes—especially on Google. Quantity, quality, and recency of reviews directly influence your local search visibility.

Article created by Arvis Digital