#like seriously i am not Allergic to nostalgia

[ssaalexblake]

You know what also would have been a great thing to make textual in STP S3?

Seven helping Picard save Jack with no qualms, questions, or issues because once upon a time a woman kidnapped her son and dissected him alive for his parts, she didn’t value him as a person, just as a thing he had inside him she could use. Seven couldn’t save him, was the one that in a way doomed him (he was on her radar Because of Seven, and Jack is in danger seemingly bc of something he inherited from Picard, it would leave both of them feeling responsible) and she’s not going to just sit down and watch this happen again to somebody else. 

It’s not that I think her being loyal and chill about this is ooc Without this, the lessons she learnt about protecting your own from Voyager were clearly formative to her as a person, but it would have made it Better with little to no effort or need for excessive screen time to do it. 

[suckitsurveys]

Do you know anyone who works in a laboratory? Some people I deal with at work.

What was the very first social media site you signed up for? Xanga, probably. Unless Yahoo chatrooms count lol.

Can you see yourself marrying your current partner? (if you have a partner) I am married to him.

If you were in a coma, who would be making healthcare decisions for you? Legally my husband, but I am sure he’d consult my family as well.

Are you the type of person who knows exactly what they want in life? Lol.

Do you have commitment issues? Nah.

What was the last thing you had an allergic reaction to? The earth.

Have you gone out to dinner in the past week? Yes, my dad and I got tacos yesterday.

If you were to start a business, what kind would it be? I’d love to be an event planner.

What was the last thing you felt nostalgic about? Nothing specific but I was listening to the Stranger Things soundtrack yesterday and the Baba O’Riley remix they use in the season 3 trailer came on and the fucking WAVE of nostalgia from the summer that season came out hit me like a ton of bricks.

What’s something you’ve done that sounds too crazy to be true? Lived through the past 2+ years.

Are there any flowers planted outside your house? Yes.

What was the last thing you drank? Water.

What’s the weirdest decoration you’ve seen in someone else’s home? I don’t know.

Did you have your own bathroom when you were growing up? Nope.

Do you live near the ocean? Nope.

What has been the worst thing that’s happened to you today? I had to deal with some idiot who didn’t understand I can’t control EVERYTHING from my computer at work.

Do you know anyone who never disciplines their children? Uh huh.

What’s the longest you’ve gone without leaving the house? Probably over a week during the first 6 months of the pandemic.

Are you more of a practical thinker, or more of an imaginative thinker? Both.

When was the last time you were sick? What did you have? A couple months ago I had a cold.

Does anyone in your family smoke? Yeah it’s FUCKING DISGUSTING AS FUCK.

Name three random colors: Purple, pink, orange.

Color #1: what’s the nearest object that is this color? My hair and sweatshirt are both purple lol.

Color #2: would you ever paint your living room this color? Yes.

Color #3: would you ever dye your hair this color? Maybe not my whole head.

What’s your opinion on hunting? No thanks.

How well do you know your neighbors? I know the ones who live above me pretty well.

How far are you into the book you’re currently reading? Not reading anything.

Have you ever had a pet escape and run away? No.

Do any of your exes know each other? Yes.

What’s an opinion you find impossible to take seriously? Forced birthers/pro-lifers.

What was the very first election you voted in? 2008.

Do you know how to make omelettes? Yeah. They’re better when other people make them though.

Do you feel positive and optimistic about your future? Eh.

[dakotahiggins-blog1]

  I remember meeting a woman named Emily at yoga camp where we bonded over vegan garlic butter, broken hearts and the mutual last minute acceptance into the month-long Aruba yoga teacher training. At 23 years old with 9 years of yoga under her belt, she quit her job at lululemon in order to meet me, become my assistant and of course, a yoga teacher. Just kidding… sort of. Emily is, in all seriousness, the Goddess, Keeper, and Knower of all things yoga mats, yoga clothes, and yoga leggings. Since embarking on The Road Les Traveled, she has schooled me on all the need-to-knows for yoga and is also to blame for most of my lululemon purchases… oops.

What defines a good yoga mat? 

Thickness

Most mats will vary between 2mm-7mm (that’s in millimeters, y’all). The thicker the mat, the more cushion to protect your joints. A 2mm mat may lead you to a throbbing knee in crescent lunge and a 7mm mat may have you craving more connection with the ground below your mat during tree pose. A pretty safe bet is the middle ground 5mm mat. But do not be fooled…not all 5mm mats are made equal. Read on yogis…

Material

PVC, aka vinyl, is what the old age, tried-and-true yoga mats are made of. The newer eco friendly mats come in everything from recycled rubber to cotton. Natural rubber is great, don’t get me wrong. I urge you to save the ozone if you’re not allergic to latex, BUT air that baby out properly before being that girl in the studio.

Open cell VS closed cell

Go into any luluemon and they will school you on this terminology that sounds straight out of a high school biology textbook. Let me break it down for you. “Open cell” means you can sweat your heart out and the mat can handle/absorb it. In fact, if you opt for open cell tech, your mat will absorb anything that drips on it. So avoid the mat cleaners/oils to wipe down post-flow. Closed cell technology means your mat will not absorb moisture but needs to be wiped clean. Open cell tech is great for hot yoga, but it needs a warm soap and water rinse to refresh. Closed cell tech is great for those who don’t plan on dripping sweat every use and want to spray and wipe your mat clean.

Texture

Sticky, grippy, smooth, rough, grainy. All words to describe the texture of the (wind beneath your wings) mat below your feet. I say- to each their own. Personally, though they may seem mutually exclusive, I tend toward a smooth but sticky mat.

Price & Durability

I still have my very first yoga mat stored in my childhood closet for no particular reason other than nostalgia and that it was $20 from Marshalls. It served its purpose as a surface to move on, but let me be the first to advise you… invest in your yoga mat. The surface you move on can affect your practice, and the right tools really do make a difference. A good yoga mat should offer you up to 5 years of a non-slip, supported surface. Invest wherever your heart desires, but here’s my recommendations based on how you like to flow!

Best for: Hot yoga

Project OM: eQua Yoga Mat

Price: $150

Highlight features: The eKO mat base is made from sustainably harvested tree rubber, non-toxic, + practice yoga WHILE giving back and flowing for a cause!

Mastectomy tattoo artist David Allen collaborated with Manduka to produce the beautiful mat above with open cell technology where 100% of all net profits from this mat will directly benefit Susan G. Komen until December 31st, 2019. It’s like a yoga towel and a yoga mat had a baby and BOOM! This beauty was born.

Lululemon 5mm Reversible mat

Weight: 5.24 lbs

Price: $78

Highlight features: Open cell technology, natural rubber, reversible, and an antimicrobial additive

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Tried and true. It’s never too early to start loving your joints. So say hello to this 5mm thick reversible Lululemon mat. With open cell technology, you can confidently power flow your ass off in a hot room. Bonus – due to the antimicrobial treatment you do not have to wash it every time. Sorry clean freaks, it’s the truth. I would hose mine down with soap and warm water then hang to dry. Note to all dirty hippies out there (hi Emily): throw a yoga towel down for added absorption and you can wait another few sessions before the hose down.

Best for: Travel

To be honest, I haven’t carried a “travel yoga mat” with me in the past year. Since I got certified, I try to practice every day no matter where I am in the world. I lug my 5mm mat around every airport through every TSA check and smile at the flight attendants when I carry it on the plane accompanied by my personal item(s) & carry on.. Half hiding it, half praying they see it and say nothing.

Lululemon 3mm Reversible Mat

Weight: 3.87 lbs

Price: $68

Highlight features: Open cell technology, natural rubber, reversible, antimicrobial additive

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Because The Road Les Traveled may take you to a yin class post-Patagonia trek or a power vinyasa flow in a Balinese hut, you can opt for the slightly thinner version of the Lululemon reversible mat. With the same exact reliable characteristics as its 5mm big sis, you can pack an extra few yoga pants with the 2 lb difference!

Manduka eKO Superlite Yoga Travel Mat

Weight: 2.2 lbs

Price: $44

Highlight features: 1.5mm closed cell tech, natural rubber, and 99% latex-free

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This mat is thin, but boy is it light. With the classic Manduka grip, you can count on flowing without slipping. Would I practice on this mat everyday for a month? No. But I would suggest it as a packing essential if you don’t want to lug around your 5mm mat.

Best for: Everyday (the committed yogi)

Manduka Prolite Yoga Mat

Weight: 4 lbs

Price: $60 (starting rate)

Highlight features: 4.7mm, closed cell technology, zero waste, 100% latex-free, and a lifetime guarantee

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Manduka has become the go-to yoga mat brand worldwide and for good reason. This is one of the most popular Manduka mats you will see. The closed cell technology makes it super easy to clean. If you plan on sweating, you can lay a Yogi Toes towel over your mat to accompany those extra sweaty vinyasas. Plus, it is made from sustainably harvested rubber contributing zero waste to the world in the process.

Best for: Every Other Day  (the sporadic yogi)

Welcome Yoga 5mm Mat

Weight: 2.3 lbs

Price: $48

Highlight features: Closed cell tech, lightweight, alignment strip, and eco-friendly manufacturing

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Grippy & reversible with an alignment strip down the middle. We gifted this mat to all of our LimitLes in Bali 2018 babes. The lower price point, beginner friendly features, and eco friendly manufacturing will be an investment you can feel good about making. Plus, if your yoga practice becomes more frequent, this lightweight reliable mat can become your go-to travel mat.

Honorable Mentions

Jade Harmony Mat

4.76mm thick

Weight: 5 pounds

Price: $79.95

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For me, the lack of love for this mat is simply a texture preference. It’s a little too grainy for my linking. I’ve never slipped, but I did get calluses on my palms with frequent practice (TMI?!). BUT I love all that Jade is and does. Jade plants a tree for every mat sold and the purchase of certain color mats contributes $5 to charity. Plus, they are made in the good ole USA!

Other brands to check out: Prana, Hugger mugger, Alo, Gaiam.

So yogis, weather you’re a plant eating, daily practicing yogi or your practice is slow, sporadic, and followed by a glass of wine with friends (btw I’m both of these depending on the day)… there’s a yoga mat out there for you.

Are you in a committed relationship with a mat I haven’t mentioned above? Drop a comment below so I can expand my horizons. Happy flowing!

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[cactbi]

1. What is you middle name?

Don’t have one lol

2. How old are you?

15!

3. When is your birthday?

Tomorrow!! 31st of July

4. What is your zodiac sign?

Leoooo

5. What is your favorite color?

Don’t have one but green is p nice c:

6. What’s your lucky number?

Don’t have one omg

7. Do you have any pets?

Yes a Bedlington Whippet called Nelly, but she’s more whippet than beddy!

8. Where are you from?

Englanddd

9. How tall are you?

Can’t remember tbh

10. What shoe size are you?

UK Size 2 which is a US size 4.5 apparently. I has tiny feet

11. How many pairs of shoes do you own?

Dunno but I consistently wear 2-3 pairs

12. What was your last dream about?

Can’t fully remember since it was a few hours ago now but I know gold digger was playing and someone got me two newspapers because of the headlines loool

13. What talents do you have?

Don’t really have any! I can draw I guess c:

14. Are you psychic in any way?

Nope, who is?

15. Favorite song?

Don’t have one again! I like Finished Symphony by Hybrid because of the nostalgia

16. Favorite movie?

Don’t have one but I do like X-men Apocalypse and Deadpool (mutant theme going on there) 17. Who would be your ideal partner?

Idk 18. Do you want children?

It’s not a top priority of mine but maybe one day I’ll want em. For now, no 19. Do you want a church wedding?

Maybe?? The dresses are nice I guess 20. Are you religious?

Hell naw (lol) 21. Have you ever been to the hospital?

Yep for a broken arm and a possible kidney infection that turned out to be NOTHING (well it was something but not hospital worthy) 22. Have you ever got in trouble with the law?

Nopeee 23. Have you ever met any celebrities?

Not that I can remember

24. Baths or showers?

Showers tyvm

25. What color socks are you wearing?

I am sockless.

26. Have you ever been famous?

Nope

27. Would you like to be a big celebrity?

Nah, I would like to be a small one. I’d have money but not that much fame y’know

28. What type of music do you like?

Basically most forms of electronic. I also like classical stuff lollll love me some strings with a beat

29. Have you ever been skinny dipping?

Newp

30. How many pillows do you sleep with?

Three - the two regular ones and a neck cushion because that can prop my head up a bit

31. What position do you usually sleep in?

Lying down. Idk, I don’t really pay attention. I guess maybe my side?????

32. How big is your house?

Not very, but it’s enough

33. What do you typically have for breakfast?

Mini weetabix with chocolate chip

34. Have you ever fired a gun?

Nah

35. Have you ever tried archery?

Yep, I’m not very good but I managed to hit the target twice once I changed my eye.

36. Favorite clean word?

Soap

37. Favorite swear word?

I don’t really swear often oooops

38. What’s the longest you’ve ever gone without sleep?

Well I pulled an all nighter once or twice but I haven’t gone any longer than that because I like dreeeeaming!

39. Do you have any scars?

Nah, I had one on my thigh once when I fell on ice but that went after a few years because I was only about 9 so it was young skin!!

40. Have you ever had a secret admirer?

If I had then they did a good job since idk

41. Are you a good liar?

I probably would be but I don’t lieee, except the white lie about who ate the ice creams every now and again

42. Are you a good judge of character?

Yep! I’m drawn to people naturally who I will end up being friends with quite easily

43. Can you do any other accents other than your own?

I can try anything, doesn’t mean I’m good at em

44. Do you have a strong accent?

Idk? Probably, it’s quite the famous posh british accent

45. What is your favorite accent?

Love me a good Irish accent

46. What is your personality type?

INTP

47. What is your most expensive piece of clothing?

¯\_(ツ)_/¯ idk

48. Can you curl your tongue?

Ya

49. Are you an innie or an outie?

Innie

50. Left or right handed?

Right

51. Are you scared of spiders?

As much as the next person really, I’d rather not hold them but I don’t scream at them

52. Favorite food?

I like burritos with chilli in them

53. Favorite foreign food?

Do burritos count

54. Are you a clean or messy person?

Bitta both, my room is pretty untidy but it doesn’t have dirt in or anything

55. Most used phrased?

lol

56. Most used word?

lol

57. How long does it take for you to get ready?

Depends on how much time I have to spare, usually a quick brush of the hair is fine but sometimes I put on eyeliner and that can take a bit longer cos I don’t wanna mess it up

58. Do you have much of an ego?

I can put on a very good show of being egotistical but idk if it’s a mask or not!!

59. Do you suck or bite lollipops?

Both

60. Do you talk to yourself?

Eh, not really

61. Do you sing to yourself?

I sing but not to myself!

62. Are you a good singer?

Nah

63. Biggest Fear?

Microwaves. Tbh although they spook me I don’t know if there’s anything that makes me truly scared like spiders does for some people

64. Are you a gossip?

Nah

65. Best dramatic movie you’ve seen?

Idk

66. Do you like long or short hair?

Both can look really good c:

67. Can you name all 50 states of America?

Nope

68. Favorite school subject?

I love computing sometimes, geography can be fun too

69. Extrovert or Introvert?

I would say introvert but I think I’m more leaning to ambivert nowadays. I like my alone time but talking is still fun!

70. Have you ever been scuba diving?

No but I’d like to!

71. What makes you nervous?

Uh exam results day

72. Are you scared of the dark?

Once upon a time I was, not anymore!

73. Do you correct people when they make mistakes?

Sometimes? Other times I don’t want to be patronising so nah. Depends on the mistake I guess

74. Are you ticklish?

Yeah but I’m good at hiding it

75. Have you ever started a rumor?

Nah, I dunno what rumour I would even start!

76. Have you ever been in a position of authority?

Kind of?? I was head girl in primary school c::::

77. Have you ever drank underage?

Yeah but I don’t think I’ve ever gotten close to being drunk

78. Have you ever done drugs?

One time, I had calpol

79. Who was your first real crush?

Dunnoooo

80. How many piercings do you have?

None! Lol!

81. Can you roll your Rs?

Nah ripp

82. How fast can you type?

Fairly if I know what I’m about to write but I’ll do one of those typing tests and see. I got 50 wpm which is apparently fluent. I actually di 56 words but misspelled 6 words!

83. How fast can you run?

Average

84. What color is your hair?

Le blonde

85. What color are your eyes?

Bluey grey! Probably should just stick to blue tho

86. What are you allergic to?

Nought

87. Do you keep a journal?

Nah but I’m thinking of keeping a dream journal soon cos I wanna lucid dream again and haven’t for a while.

88. What do your parents do?

Mum works in a nursery and my Dad is an engineer for planes

89. Do you like your age?

I guess? Getting a lil scary now but it’s nbd yet

90. What makes you angry?

Boiiii idk

91. Do you like your own name?

Sure!

92. Have you already thought of baby names, and if so what are they?

Not seriously, but when I was on gas and air I went all giggly and said I was gonna have twins who were ginger and their names would be Ruby and Scarlet loooool

93. Do you want a boy a girl for a child?

Don’t mind, girl would be nice I s’pose

94. What are you strengths?

boi computers

95. What are your weaknesses?

I’m invincible

96. How did you get your name?

My parents liked it

97. Were your ancestors royalty?

Don’t know but probably not!!

98. Do you have any scars?

question 39

99. Color of your bedspread?

rn it’s white and purple

100. Color of your room?

2 white walls, 2 red walls

Other people do this, it’s now a tag game!!