#memo box mini

[atyourmerci]

♡ Everybody knows I’m a good girl, officer! ♡

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Summary: You are stealing at your local mall when you are caught by cop abby. She brings you to the back rooms where you use your body to get out of jail<333

Warnings: smut, MDNI, slight age gap not mentioned (reader is early 20’s abby is in her 30’s), dom!abby, sub!reader, fem!reader, degradation, ma’am kink, handcuffs, strap (referred to as her cock), spanking

A/N: I know I said this was going to come out later this week but I was sooo into this I couldn’t put it down hehe. I know yall feigning for her so I hope you enjoy, feast! Also not proofread I’ll do that later lmao

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You make your way out of the tall metal windowed doors, in your frilly pink mini skirt that barely covers the tops of your thighs, white crop top with jewels across your bare tits that says “princess” bags full of things that may have accidentally slipped in! And of course a cherry lollipop lazily strung out on your tongue.

Everything was going as planned as you confidently strolled out the mall doors as you always did, until…

“You again!” You hear a pointed voice yell from behind you, you can’t look back and give yourself up so you continue your pace, confidence slightly faltering. “HEY!” The voice only gets louder and closer, but you can’t bear to look.

All of a sudden what you assume to be the angered voice pulls your arm so roughly you stumble back with a wince, dropping your lollipop with a crash. You’re finally able to look at your match, a bruiting blonde as tall and wide as an ox. She looks at you with gritted teeth ready for conviction, all you can stammer out is a pathetic pout.

With furrowed eyebrows she scans your body up and down as if to make sure you were the convict she’d be tracking. Her eyes take a pause at your jewel adorned breasts, she seems to snap out of her gaze, “not this time princess, let’s go.”

She says it as you have a choice, she begins basically dragging you by the heels back into the mall. You think of running, but there’s no use, she’s twice the size of you, she could have picked you up with a finger and thrown you back in.

“Wh- where are we going!” You wiggle under her grip and she drags you, trying to avoid the gaze of innocent onlookers. She ignores you and mumbles something into her walkie, a bunch of codes you don’t understand but added in that she wouldn’t need backup, a sigh of relief floods over you.

“Please, im sorry I promise I’ll take everything back!” You plead as you make it further into the back of the mall. “Shut up brat,” she almost spits back at you, and tightens her grip even further into your fragile skin.

“Ouch! You’re hurting me!” You say in a wine as you reach what looks to be like a back room of the mall, with her grip still on your arm she uses her free hand to fumble at her keys to unlock the unmarked door.

She lets out a breathy giggle at your pouting, still focused on finding the key, “that’s going to be the least of your problems.” You don’t want to know what she means, and you don’t have the courage to ask so you continue wiggle around her grasp like a child while she unlocks the door.

The room is dark with only a small window at the top of the room that you can’t see out of, some boxes and cleaning supplies, a metal table with two chairs and a table lamp. As she walks her broad structure through the threshold she wastes no time to rip you by the arm and practically throw you into the concrete box.

“Sit” she barks and you almost jump into the cold metal chair, you gasp as your lacy clad cunt touches the hard chilly surface. She doesn’t take the same memo and stands before you, arms crossed. You are finally able to get a real look at her, she’s rugged but clean, long blonde that falls behind her, her arms barely fit into her uniform as her biceps protrude around the navy cloth, the veins pulsing throughout her hand.

You don’t mean for it to happen, but your pussy beings pulsing at the sight of her, you grip the cold metal of your chair averting her defining glare. it feels wrong, it is wrong, but it was an accident!

“Aren’t you going to beg for your innocence?” She cuts the silence. “I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to!” You pout at her with doe eyes. “Lying to me is only going to make it worse sweetheart, try again”

“Okayyyy I’m sorry I’ll take everything back I promise!” You tug out your bottom lip. “Awh heard that one before, try again” she says pacing closer to you so that you have to raise your head to look at her. “It was an accident, I’m a good girl officer, I swear!” You bat your eyes in an effort to pull out a fake tear.

She lets out a giggle at your words, almost appeased with you, “does princess want to go to jail tonight, huh? Is that what you want?” She taunts you. “No please! I’ll do anything please!” You beg, real tears starting to form in your glossy eyes. “Oh is that so…” she pulls her thick hand up to your chin gripping it harshly so your flesh molds into her grasp “anything?”

“Anything, I’ll do anything!” You plead as hot tears run down your face. A devilish smirk adorns her face as if she already had her plan made out, you were fucked. Hook line and sinker fucked.

“Get on your knees,” she demands as she guides you by your jaw, your bare knees hit the cold floor, sure to be bruised. You see the mascara trailing from your eyes down your flushed cheeks.

“Don’t fucking cry you asked for this,” she says gripping your jaw tighter causing your eyes to close tight. “Look at me when I’m speaking to you!” She barks. You hesitantly unclamp the grip on your eyes, watching as she removes her grip at your submission, trailing them to her belt. With your fuzzy eyes you can barely make out a slight bulge in her pants over her mound.

She brings her thick fingers around the leather, releasing its grip. Her eyes never leave yours as she whips the belt out of her slacks and folds it in her hands oh fuck. “Here’s what’s going to happen princess, you are going to suck my fucking cock…” she beings unzipping her slacks to unsheath

a girthy black dildo, thick and long with veins trailing up it “…and if I hear one fucking complaint those pretty little tits are going to be covered in an orange jumpsuit, understood?”

Your mouth gapes at her size, there’s no way you’d be able to take her. She grips your jaw again bringing it so you’re an inch away from her length, “don’t make me fucking repeat myself slut.”

Yes is all you can manage out, emotions swirling in your mind and tummy, scared but yet turned on? You can feel the a line of slick escaping your dripping hole, needy. “Yes what?” She bites, she doesn’t tell you what she wants to hear but you can infer. “Y-yes ma’am,” you pout out, eyes wide and drool watering your mouth in anticipation.

She gives that devious grin, appeased with you, “good girl, now open that slutty little mouth.” You obey, opening your glossy lips in a small hole which she rips open with the girth of her cock, sending you into a choke.

“Yeah choke on it whore, you asked for this,” she beams with a maniacal grin. Tears start pricking at your ducts again as you sloppily take her, barely breathing at the depth she’s at. You try bobbing your head back and forth but she must not be amused with your efforts as she grips your scalp at its roots and bucks her hips to fuck you herself.

Your eyes roll back at the feeling of her pushing even further down into your throat, spit dripping down your chin. “Awh you like that princess? Like when I use that dirty little mouth?” A breathy grunt escapes her puffy lips. There’s no way you can verbally respond so you settle with a pathetic nod as she uses you.

She suddenly rips out of your mouth which sends you choking on all fours in attempt to regain your composure. She gives you a second to regroup, the first sight of mercy she’s let you have.

“Get up,” anddd she’s back. You stumble back to your feet, barely making it upright already fucked out. She takes you by the arms and turns you so they’re behind your back, and guides you to the rusty metal table, pressing you down so that your cheek rests on the cold material and your ass is bent over.

You feel the sopping wet cock nudge against your embarrassingly wet clothed cunt, you can’t help but let out a little whimper that you hear get a rise out of her from a giggle, “so fucking pathetic,” you bite your lip to hold back but it comes out anyways, “mhmmm,” god she’s right you are fucking pathetic.

She doesn’t say a word but you can hear her fumble behind you when you feel another cold metal at your wrist click click, bounding your wrist behind you. “Making sure you don’t try to touch that clit til I say so,” which you respond with an aggravated sigh.

“Is that a fucking complaint I just heard?” She grips you by hair, your face still shoved into the cold metal, but lifted so she glares into your eyes inches away. Now that she’s bent over you her cock presses into your throbbing slit that makes you whimper, “n- no ma’am.”

“That’s what I thought,” she losens her grip on your hair as you feel them run up your shirt and onto your already hard nipples from the cold metal. She pinches both after kneading them roughly in her large hands, “fuckkkk” you mutter out with the sensation of her bulge still rubbing into you.

She begins trailing her hands down your body and lifts up your skirt so that your bare ass is on display for her. “No use wearing this barely covers that little cunt of yours. You just want everyone to see it huh?” She runs her palms over your ass before laying a harsh smack into it, you jolt into the table at the suddenness of it.

She moves her fingers down to your covered slit, rubbing up and down slowly, slick pooling in your panties and down your thighs. “Of course you’re fucking soaked…” she grips down at your covered clit that bucks your hips back into her “…just dying to get used like a toy.”

“Please ma’am, please fuck me, use me please,” you beg pathetically as tears drop onto the rusty metal. She pulls down your lace so that it sits at your ankles. You feel the silicone tip run down your slit collecting all your pent up slick. Without warning she slips right into you, bottoming out immediately, “oh fuck,” you scream out.

She grips her hands at your hips and begins relentlessly driving into you without remorse, the gentle sentiment wouldn’t be in the cards for you. The noises escaping your lips were downright sinful, no one had ever fucked you like this, with such aggression. Even though you looked like a flower you didn’t want to be treated like it, and she knew it.

“Taking that cock so well princess,” she grunts out in a pant, probably the nicest thing she’s said all night. “Tight little hole just for me,” and she takes a harsh open handed blow at your other cheek. “Fuck ma’am please,” you cry out.

She snakes her arm under you down to your stomach, “you feel that? My cock all the way up in your tummy?” Pressing down on your abdomen and you can feel her, she’s so fucking deep your mind starts going numb, “ye-“ the words won’t form.

At your reply she bottoms out inside you, somehow getting even deeper and moves her hand to harshly pink your hard nipple. “Yes ma’am! I’m sorry- please don’t stop!”

“Good girl,” she coos as she pulls out and plunges deep inside of you again, going back to her pace. You can feel yourself nearing your peek, your tummy twists trying to hold it back. “M-ma’am can I cum please,” you beg. “Are you going to cum?” “I’m so close!! Please it hurts,” she leaves you with one last rut and pulls out of you, you being clenching around nothing and moan out at the absence.

You can barely make it out but you watch as she places herself down against the metal chair. She grips your arm and pulls you in, “wrap that filthy hole around my cock,” she spits. You obey, slowly inching yourself down onto her girth, hands still bound at your back gripping into her covered chest. She pulls you back onto her so that your face is nuzzled against the size of hers, blonde strips of hair now dangling messily in front of her face. She takes your feet and wraps them around her calf’s so that you’re wide open for her.

“Cum without asking and I’ll make sure you’re someone’s bitch in prison.” She takes your breast in one hand and the other on your clit, rubbing slow agonizing circles. “So swollen, just dying to cum on my cock huh princess?” She’s breathing straight into your ear, you can hear every little grunt that comes out of her, your body shivers at the new sensation.

“You feel so good ma’am.” You moan out trying to hold back screams from feeling her rough fingers on your sensitive clit. She picks her pace up so that your legs are shaking around her thick thighs. “Fuck fuck fuck,” is all that seems to come out of your throat.

“You wanna cum baby? Beg for it.” You can barely make out a sentence but you can’t wait any longer and she knows it. “P-please ma’am let me cum on your cock, I’ve been s-such a good girl!” She quickens her pace, now bucking her hips aimlessly into your abused hole.

“Whose fucking pussy is this?” She groans with a smirk onto your ear. “Yours! All yours ma’am!” You desperately blurt out, at the tipping point of your peak. “Show me it’s all mine, cum on my cock pretty girl,” if you weren’t already one foot in the grave, those words alone could have sent you six feet under.

Your vision turns white, sobbing out as she ruts her cock deep into your tummy and her fingers circle your swollen clit. You bounce onto you unconsciously, needing more as you ride out your climax. She grunts into your ear at your sweet little sobs while you desperately fuck yourself onto her.

You finally still yourself as you finish off your orgasm, you’re both panting in attempt to regain composure.

“I promise I’m a good girl officer,” You say in a whisper, still unsure if she’d still take you away in her cop car after abusing your body. She giggles at your pathetic attempt to claim innocence.

“I think I’ll keep this pretty pussy to myself for now.”

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[super-lovely-star]

🧸Cozy-fying Your Space: Middle Edition🧸

Put up glow in the dark stars or other shapes on the wall and ceiling— one time I found glow in the dark Lisa Frank puppies at the thrift!

Room sprays or scented candles or wax melts in a scent that soothes you can make a big difference!

Find a cool lamp, like a shaped night-light or a lava lamp or even an LED neon wall hanging to give the room a nice atmosphere.

Hang up one of those mini hammocks to keep your plushie friends in. Especially good if you have too many to fit on your bed.

Put up artwork on the wall that you or your friends made. Not only does it make the room pretty, but it’s very personal!

If you have the space, set up a pile of pillows or a beanbag chair to chill out on.

Use Command hooks to hang your favorite clothes on the wall. This adds texture to the room, and you can easily swap it out for a different article of clothing!

Cover your headboard, dresser, or other furniture with STICKERS!

Print out posters of your favorite franchises and tape them up to your walls (or ceiling!)

Display your collectable toys! Ironically, this is helpful if you are private about your regression, because it makes it look like the only reason why you have the toys is because you collect them.

If that’s not your thing, you can also get cute fabric storage boxes to stash your toys and gear in.

Finally, get cute memos, put your favorite quotes or affirmations on them, and hang them on your walls!

Your room will look super pretty!

[glowettee]

digital notes guide part 2/5: taking effective lecture notes (but make them cute!) 🎀

1st post

posted by: glowettee

hey study butterflies! ♡ mindyyyyy hereeeee

welcome back to our digital notes series! today i'm going more into the actual note-taking process during lectures/classes. this is important, since you can swap out notebooks for a digital notebook which becomes a lot more seamless.

♡ pre-lecture prep

because being prepared changes everything:

night before setup:

review previous notes (refresh your memory!)

pre-read lecture slides

create note template

set up quick-access tools

prepare questions

charge all devices

quick-access toolbar:

highlighting shortcuts

screenshot tool ready

recording software open

reference materials linked

custom stickers folder

favorite templates

♡ the actual note-taking method

this changed my whole study game:

(SUPER IMPORTANT) the butterfly method (my signature system):

main points in center

supporting details on left wing

examples on right wing

questions in antennae section

vocabulary in body section

connections in trail section

active engagement tricks:

use different colors for different types of information

create mini mind maps as you go

add little drawings for visual memory

insert voice memos for complex topics

flag confusing points with cute markers

leave space for post-lecture additions

♡ making it aesthetic but effective

because why not have both?:

visual organization:

use boxes for definitions

clouds for main concepts

stars for important points

hearts for memorable examples

arrows for connections

flowers for chapter markers

color coding system:

pink for main concepts

lavender for examples

mint for definitions

peach for formulas

baby blue for dates

gold for important warnings

♡ dealing with fast-paced lectures

because professors/teachers love to speed-talk:

shorthand system:

create cute abbreviations

use symbols for common words

develop personal code system

quick bullet points

voice record if allowed

flag for later review

quick capture methods:

screenshot important slides

quick sketch diagrams

voice memo key points

type keywords only

mark confusion points

flag for detailed review

♡ post-lecture enhancement

because the real magic happens after:

immediate review:

fill in gaps while fresh

add pretty headings

organize messy sections

insert relevant images

complete examples

link related concepts

enhancement techniques:

create summary boxes

add practice questions

insert related resources

make concept connections

highlight key points

add memory triggers

effective notes aren't just about capturing everything - they're about creating a resource you'll actually want to review! think of it like creating your own aesthetic textbook that speaks your language.

pro tip: don't try to make everything perfect during the lecture. focus on capturing information first, make it pretty later! i usually spend 15 minutes after each lecture prettifying my notes.

xoxo, mindy 🎀

[heyitsme1040]

Teddy Barnes [b.b]

summary : You make a bear resembling Bucky. You worry he’ll think having a bear based on your significant other will be weird, but Bucky’s delighted by your gesture. He wants to make a bear of you as well. 

pairings : Bucky Barnes x Reader

warnings : None (if I missed anything let me know!)

word count : 610

AO3 (x)

a/n : Day fifteen of Comfortember is here! The prompt was ‘plushies’. This was very self indulgent.

You felt silly walking into your apartment. The mall had been busy, but you were determined when you arrived. You’d been confident when you walked in, excited as you made the bear, and now you felt silly. You entered the apartment, calling out a quick greeting to let Bucky know you were home. You heard the shower running, so you curled up on the couch. You stared at the bear you’d made today. It was soft, and you couldn’t help smiling at it. 

“Hi doll,” Bucky kissed your head as he walked through the living room. “How was the mall?”

“It was good,” you hugged the bear closer, trying to hide it. 

“I’m glad. Did you find what you needed?”

“Yeah,” you sheepishly responded. 

You heard Bucky grab a glass, then the tap running as he filled his cup. You wondered how weird he would find the bear you made. The soft bear comforted you from where you were squeezing it in your arms. Bucky’s quiet footsteps reached you before he walked into your view. He sat on the couch facing you, smiling as he pulled your legs into his lap. 

“Hi,” his hand strokes your ankle. 

“Hi,” you smiled back at him. 

“What’d you get?”

“Oh! I just went to Build-A-Bear.”

Bucky’s brow furrowed as he tilted his head, “Build-A-Bear?”

“Yeah, it’s this store. You go in, and choose an unstuffed bear. Or other animals that they have there. Then you get it stuffed, choose the heart that goes in it, and you can add a sound. Once it’s stuffed, you choose clothes for it before making a birth certificate. You make a customized bear,” you shrug at your explanation. 

Bucky nodded at your explanation. “So, what did you make?”

Your cheeks flushed as his attention was now focused on the bear in your hold. With an internal cringe, you pulled the bear away from you. Holding it to face Bucky, you offer the bear to him. Bucky took the dark brown bear. Looked at the little black henley that was under the denim vest, noticed the way you’d tucked the boots into its dark jeans. 

“I made a mini you,” you explained. “This is Teddy Barnes. And if you squeeze his paw…” You reached out and pressed the plastic box in its paw. Bucky’s voice came through with an ‘I love you, doll’ that you had saved in your voice memos. “I know it’s probably kind of weird, but I just thought it’d be nice for when you’re on missions. Or if I just wanted a cuddle and you were busy.”

“This is really sweet,” Bucky lightly laughed. “It’s adorable.”

You quickly tugged Teddy Barnes out of Bucky’s hold, hugging it tight against you once again. “You don’t have to say that,” you snap. “I know it’s probably really weird. But–”

Bucky’s lips pressed to yours stops your rant before it could start. His hands cupped your head, holding you in place. You felt all defensive instinct drain out of you from the soft movement of the kiss. Bucky pulled back to breath, pressing his forehead against yours. 

“I was being serious,” he panted. “It’s the sweetest thing anyone has done. I love it. I love you,” Bucky pressed another kiss to your flushed skin. 

“I love you,” you whispered past the emotions building in your chest.

“And now I really want to make one of you, too. Can keep it in my duffle during missions. Have it on the bed with Teddy Barnes when we go places. Can’t have them getting lonely when we’re busy, now can we?”

You smiled widely, nodding at his question. “That sounds great,” you giggle. 

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©heyitsme1040 If you find this post on any platform under a username different than heyitsme1040 it is not their work.

[momo-no-tane]

The Chara has announced that two Shugo Chara! x Sanrio Characters Pop Up Shops will be held soon. The shop in Tokyo will be held at Yurakucho Marui 8F from February 1st, 2025 to February 19th, 2025. The shop in Osaka will be held at Abeno Hoop Abeno Lucbus from March 1st, 2025 to March 9th, 2025. For every 3,000 yen spent, customers can participate in a raffle to win the following prizes.

Raffle:

Prize A: Canvas Art (1 Type). 180 Pieces.

Prize B: Mini Charms (9 Types). 900 Pieces. Random distribution.

Prize C: Square Bromides (18 Types). Random distribution.

Goods (Tax Included):

Egg Pin Buttons Vol. 2 (9 Types) (Random) - single: 550 yen / box: 4,950 yen

Collection Cards Vol. 2 (18 Types) (Random) - 440 yen

Acrylic Keychains (9 Types) (Random) - single: 770 yen / box: 6,930 yen

Hairclips (9 Types) - 660 yen

Egg Microfibers (9 Types) - 880 yen

Mini Tapestries (9 Types) - 1,870 yen

Holographic Big Acrylic Stands (9 Types) - 2,750 yen

Rubber Desk Mat (1 Type) - 3,850 yen

Acrylic Mascots (9 Types) (Random) - single: 770 yen / box: 6,930 yen

Memo Stand Clips (9 Types) - 880 yen

Photo Frame Keychains (9 Types) - 1,980 yen

Eco Bag (1 Type) - 2,200 yen

Source: The Chara, X

[potassiumivy]

PLAYBOY. | jjk ❥ mdni. fic masterlist.

*ੈ✩‧₊˚ 001: GOLDEN GIRL.

✞ 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘𝐁𝐎𝐘✞

"HUH? FUSHIGURO, WHY IS THAT THE ONLY DOORKNOB COVERED IN GOLD??", itadori questioned during the mini-tour of the jujutsu facility, offered by none other than gojo satoru himself. after dropping his stuff in his new room, they bumped into fushiguro and dragged him along, making their way to the third year's hallway. now, they were right in front of your door, with yuuji's doe-eyes stuck on the shiny doorknob like a toddler in a candy shop, and both megumi and gojo KNEW that he wanted one for his room as well.

a sudden jab to the stomach pulled the black haired boy out of his thoughts, making him glare at his new classmate. "why you-"

"glad you asked, yuuji!", gojo puts an arm around his students' shoulders, bringing them closer.

"you know," he whispered, "that's the kind of privileges you get when you're my favourite student! after all, as the strongest, i can-"

megumi scoffed loudly, pushing his teacher away. "you're so full of shit. yuuji, it's just her technique."

the said male tilted his head a bit, scratching it. "her technique is making doorknobs out of gold?"

"what- no! she can turn things to gold, idiot."

"don't fight, ladies!", gojo clapped his hands loudly, irking megumi once again. "we have a lot of things to do! first, we should help yuuji- hey! where are you going??"

*✧･ﾟ:    *✧･ﾟ:    *✧･ﾟ:    *✧･ﾟ:

✞ 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘𝐁𝐎𝐘✞

*✧･ﾟ:    *✧･ﾟ:    *✧･ﾟ:    *✧･ﾟ:

megumi was now beyond pissed. truly, he didn't look all that menacing with yuuji's pink cowboy hat on his head, but he felt like he was going to crack gojo's neck like a glowstick. his teacher grabbed him by the collar earlier to force him to "bond" with his new classmate, which consisted of him helping yuuji tidy up his room.  currently, he seems to be gojo's personal mannequin, the said man being too busy laughing and taking pictures of him in yuuji's different accessories.

megumi rolled his eyes as the man child was rolling in yuuji's bed, kicking his feet around and wrinkling the bedsheets. he didn't even have the energy to tell him off anymore- this was yuuji's problem now. 

"me-gu-mi!", he singsonged, " i'll sent those to y/n, you know?" 

"oh? is she the golden girl, gojo-sensei?", itadori asked, remembering you by your unique doorknob. 

"golden girl?"

"golden girl indeed!" , the teacher grinned, "she was a brilliant student of mine!"

"woah!! so she's super smart, right??"

gojo smiled sheepishly, rubbing the back of his neck. he didn't know how to let yuuji down gently. "well, she certainly shines a lot in life!"

"right! i can't wait to meet her!", yuuji clearly didn't get the memo, letting them know he didn't understand that you weren't exactly academically gifted. he then happily skipped around the room before stopping abruptly.

"oh! i can't find my magazines! i'll go check the other boxes outside, i'll be right back!", and with that he skipped out of the room. 

now, megumi was sure he saw the pile in one of the boxes earlier, so when we took one out randomly and opened his mouth to tell yuuji that he found them, he suddenly froze.

"hmmm? what's wrong?", gojo peeked at the magazine title from afar, laughing a little when he discovered why his student acted so bashful.

"what is it, little megumi? never saw a porn magazine?", he teased, but megumi didn't even glance at him, as he proceeded to speed walk to the nearest trash can. now, this action made gojo raise an eyebrow since his teasing would usually be enough to get a reaction out of him. 

he teleported in front of him, making grabby hands. 

"just give it!", he whined, "i wanna see what turned my dear student on so much!"

"shut up and move out of the way. i'm not turned on.", megumi hissed.

"oh my god," gojo wiped his fake tears, "i can't believe how fast you're growing up!" 

megumi inhaled sharply, frowning at him. 

"sensei- just stop it. I'm serious right now."

gojo stopped smiling immediately at his student's seriousness. 

"alright, megumi. i'm sorry i made you uncomfortable."

and being the responsible person he is, he jumped on top of his student, snatching the magazine away from him, and finally laying his eyes on-

"oh."

✞ 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘𝐁𝐎𝐘✞ next!!

©potassiumivy, 2024. all rights reserved. do not translate / modify / republish my works.

[bustybounty]

A DDR (Dance Dance Revolution) arcade machine but with the powers of the golden boombox, anyone who starts playing is forced to finish the game.

This friend group should have known what they were getting into when they saw a shining gold arcade box with what looked like big soundboxes on the side. There was no way this arcade was normal, not just from its looks but from the game they were playing - it was too much of a coincidence!

Well, they didn't get the memo and started playing anyway, and when they did, the dances started normal at first, a lot of leg movements, hip thrusts from side to side, before the arcade started letting out higher soundwaves from the sides, the machinery even bouncing up and down somehow - but before they could stop, they were strapped into their mini dancing platforms, where they were forced to continue their dance - and with the continuous booms, the masqueraded golden boombox was now fully into effect.

Their asses grew as they moved to a twerking position, gasping at the fact they were just caught in a golden boombox trap. There was nothing they could do now, except wait for the music to stop, for them to have a chance to flee...though the twerking was feeling quite natural at least, it didn't hurt one bit, they were dancing to perfection... their thighs growing, fatter and stronger, their booty bouncing up and down like an absolute wobble wagon dumptruck, hands on their knees, the claps of their asscheeks were the only things audible through the loud, blasting music from the boombox!

It seemed to slow down, before 'Time for Phase 2! Ready, Set, Go!' appeared on screen...

The twerking would start again, harder, faster, with fatter and fatter asses~ <3

[silentmagi]

Call me J, cus im adding to a portfolio

Here is the details of an au that I randomly came up with because undercover boss was on the brain+Mariokart was also on the brain, I hope you enjoy it and can maybe help flesh it out further or just have some add some fun head-canons of your own!

Felt inspired to do something, a little different with this one. Love the feel for things. Flash is a Koopa with a near perpetually burnt green shell, and a very adrenaline junkie vibe. Bit denser than a neutron star, but a sweetie.

Welcome to the wonderful world of Mario Kart TV! Name's Flash, and I'm a quality assurance tech here at the kart HQ, which means I make sure things work how they're supposed to before the kart season so we put on the best shows for our viewers at home.

Now I'm just a simple Koopa, so I may miss a few details here. What? The burns on my shell? . . . Some things didn't pass quality testing. Anyways, come with me and I'll show you around behind the scenes.

Karmii bruh! I got you some of that Bayside Coffee you love... noo... it's not be- yeah the boxes you gave me blew up on me... think it's the fireflower or bo-bombs starting it. Got the form for that under your coffee. Ignore the camera, you got the memo about it last week. See you at the launch party!

Karmii here is the wiz that was, he does all the item boxes, gravity stabilizers and boosters. He is the heart and soul of what we do, and no one gives him the props he deserves.

Whoa! Sorry Gimbi, didn't see ya there. Here's some coffee for you too, I'll just put it in your cup holder as labeled. Hey love the new fit, going with the construction yellow they used last year, nice. Naw, they didn't pass testing.

Oh the camera? Yeah, it's for the behind the scenes thing. Mind telling them about placing the boxes? Yeah, just like you did for my nieces' class last month.

*sounds of sipping can be heard under the mini-lecture* Thanks. Hey, listen, if you need help, you got my number. I can be your muscle anytime.

*smash cut later* sweet gal, wish I had the gu- I mean, we're heading on to meet up with Todii. Great guy. Hey Todii, oh you heard about the explosion? Yeah, I'll be back at it after this recording. Nah, they don't want to see my job. *short showing of several things he tests, show from the bushes, corners, and other places that he wouldn't normally look*

Yeah, I hooked Karmii up with coffee, he should be about due for a refill though. *equivalent of a fist bump* yeah, I am hyped to test out the new kart system. Levi got the class ready to catch me? Cool

Hey, did you see Koplina and Ikitin arrive earlier? Hope they got that new pla- hiiii Koplina. You're here... because you heard of the video. Okay, yeah, give us the elevator pitch of your job. *camera holds still, while in a mirror-like window, Flash and Ikitin greet each other*

Thanks Koplina, hope that the new locations go well, you're the best!

*cut to an old lakitu looking at a group of lakitus fishing for targets down off an isolated part of the course.* Hey Levi, how's cloudy? Still adorable? I brought some of their favorite cotton candy... Oh don't look at me in that tone of voice, you know I'm not trying ot bribe them to like me.

Oh, the camera? Yeah, you got the memo right? Anything you want to tell the audience watching? Thanks man, hey, you've been here since the beginning, and I just want to say thanks for sharing your wisdom. Also, poker night, following the last race, you in? Sweet.

Nukli is not giving your students trouble while he's setting up his section is he? Cool, would have to have Koplina getting on us after the fiasco five years ago. I'll bring him some coffee... yeah man, I got your tea. It's the cup with a smiley cloud on it.

*shows Flash and Nukli sipping coffee with lunch boxes next to them, before showing Flash alone heading towards the workshops*

Okay, so Nukli didn't really have much to say, great guy though. *Flash freezes, eyes widening as he turns the camera around, showing Mr. NT* H-hello sir, I didn't expect you in today. Y-yeah, this is the documentary from the memo. I think it looks good, but will give it to PR for spin and polish.

Yes sir, I am fine, the burn is only on the surface of the shell, and I'll polish it out at home tonight. Yes sir, you have a good night as well Mr. NT. Give the family the best for me, I heard about the new one on the way. Congrats.

*cut to Flash back in his 'office' which is a small locker and various schematics on the walls.* Thank you all for coming with me, and I hope you all will enjoy this new season of Karts, we're doing our best for you. Flash out. *he gives a cheeky salute before it fades to a team picture of the back office staff.

[tokyo-disney-resort]

Tokyo DisneySea Food & Wine Festival 2025 merch

Mini towels set - ¥2,000

Set of two mini towels depicting things like Mickey Mouse enjoying food while traveling

Decorative magnets - ¥1,100 (each) or ¥6,600 (set)

Magnets perfect for leaving memories of "Tokyo DisneySea Food & Wine Festival" Enjoy seeing which of the six you get after opening the box ♪

Drawstring bag - ¥1,000

Drawstring bag depicting Mickey Mouse enjoying food while traveling Also comes with a cute grapes charm ♪

Buttons set - ¥1,200

Set of three buttons depicting Mickey Mouse enjoying food while traveling and Chip and Dale wearing chef hats

Pin - ¥1,400

Pin depicting Mickey Mouse enjoying food while traveling Also comes with a grapes charm ♪

Clearfiles set - ¥700

Set of two clearfiles depicting things like Mickey Mouse enjoying food while traveling

Stickers set - ¥900

Set of 20 stickers with designs such as Mickey Mouse, Chip and Dale, and delicious ingredients The suitcase shaped case is also cute ♪

Memo pads set - ¥900

Set of three memo pads depicting Mickey Mouse enjoying food while traveling and Chip and Dale wearing chef hats

Postcards set - ¥1,800

Set of nine postcards with a motif of the "Tokyo DisneySea Food & Wine Festival" banners decorating the park

[nezuswritingdesk]

Before she had her own café, before she’d grown tall enough to reach the stove, Shu Qin was already a little helper in her own right.

Back then, she was barely three years old—just a round-cheeked toddler with big, bright eyes and a determined little pout whenever she was serious (which was often). She wore an oversized sun hat to shield her from the sun that peeked through the lobby windows, and a pale yellow apron that dragged just a little when she walked.

The building bustled with people moving through the polished floors of Onychinus Headquarters, all nodding respectfully as Sylus Qin, CEO and former "most wanted man in Linkon," strolled the hallways—not with his usual briefcase, but with his daughter on one hand and a leash in the other.

Mephie, still a pup back then but fluffy and alert, wore a special harness attached to a small wooden cart. Inside the cart were carefully stacked bento boxes, warm and fresh from the kitchen Sylus had prepared that morning.

This had become their tradition: Bento Delivery Day.

Every Friday.

Each box labeled with handwritten tags—some written by Sylus, others scribbled over by Shu in colorful crayon. They weren’t always legible, but the recipients adored them.

The first stop was the Tech Division, where Shu tiptoed to press the elevator button and Mephie let out a bark of excitement. When they arrived, the door slid open to gasps and laughter.

“Bento day!” one of the engineers shouted.

Sylus bent down and gently handed a box to Shu. She toddled forward, holding it with both hands, and gave it to the beaming employee. She didn’t speak—Shu had been nonverbal since birth—but she grinned so brightly that it said everything.

“Thank you, Miss CEO Jr.,” the man joked, bowing deeply.

Mephie barked again, prompting more cheers as she wagged her tail and paraded through the hallway, cart in tow.

Next was Research & Development, where the staff had already cleared a small path for Shu and Mephie. Sylus supervised quietly, arms crossed and the softest smile hidden behind his usually cold exterior.

“She insisted on coming,” he said when one of the researchers gushed over how cute Shu looked with pigtails and stickers on her cheeks.

“She’s the real boss around here,” another joked, offering Shu a strawberry-flavored lollipop in thanks.

Mephie waited patiently until all boxes were handed out, then gave a proud little woof as if to say, mission accomplished.

By the time they reached the executive floor, Shu was slowing down—toddler legs growing tired. Sylus scooped her up effortlessly and held her on his hip, letting her rest her head against his shoulder.

Mephie walked beside them loyally, cart nearly empty.

“You did good today, baby dragon,” he murmured to Shu, kissing the top of her head.

She yawned and gave him a tired thumbs up.

That Friday ended with Sylus carrying Shu back to his office. He placed her gently on the couch, covered her with his coat, and Mephie curled up beside her as if guarding a treasure.

And as Sylus returned to work, typing away on reports and investor memos, he glanced at the little lunch cart in the corner—still holding one last bento, marked:

“For Papa.” Crayon-drawn heart included.

Shes so cute shes like the cutest mini food delivery driver🥺🥺

I hoped this boosted company morale and make baby shu and mephie their little cute mascot

[blitheringmcgonagall]

Snow Cherubs & Delayed Deer ⛄️ 🦌

Jily fic Summary:

If you are looking for seasonal vibes: Pining idiots, snowflakes, a hungover stag, posh purebloods, non-existent snowball fights, Black Family vocab...

Inspired by this video of Prongs (in reindeer form but ignore that!!) chasing a train

🎄Start of Christmas Holidays 6th Year🎄

“Ah,” a pause. “How do you do, Evans?”

Sirius Black looked momentarily surprised to see her in their compartment (their personal flipping compartment), along with the other marauders. But his Black Family training had kicked in automatically. Polite stand-offishness.

“Remus and I were on our way back from patrolling this half of the train, so I stopped here for a chat,” Lily said, staring up at him, not even vaguely intimidated. “What happened?”

“Nothing. Nothing at all,” he said with an evasive grin, which was clearly a big, huge lie.

Remus was looking at him sceptically and Sirius cleared his throat.

“Er, Prongs said to tell you lot he’s been… unavoidably… delayed.” He brushed snow off his school jumper and stamped more snow off his shoes, before shaking his wet hair vigorously.

“Arhh! Youh hoaking we, you wankah!” Peter kicked him in the shin.

“Can’t be helped, we were dealing with… important matters.” Sirius smiled at Peter and stole his last ginger biscuit.

“Matters?” Remus repeated, raising an eyebrow.

“Matters.” Sirius glanced from Remus to Lily in silent warning.

“Slytherin matters, of the mini Death Eater variety?” Remus obviously hadn’t gotten the memo.

Sirius’ grin defaulted to the I shall kill you later variety. Remus stared back. He obviously had received the memo, loud and clear, but had chosen to ignore it.

“Not again,” she said, sticking her legs up on the seat in front of her.

Sirius looked at his seat and then at her. She raised her right eyebrow.

“What?”

He raised his left.

“Did I say anything?” he remarked.

“Gods, I wish I could do that with my eyebrows,” Peter sighed despondently.

Sirius shook his head once more, liberally spraying them with slush. Lily looked at him with a puzzled expression.

“What?” He bit into the biscuit.

“Reminds me,” she said. “Of a dog.”

Remus stuck his head inside the newspaper he was reading.

“Really?” Sirius said, blinking innocently.

“The big black one that’s been hanging around the grounds, cute thing,” Lily added, narrowing her eyes. “His eyes are an unusual shade, silver, very similar to yours.”

Peter choked on his own biscuit.

“Oh, the attractive dog? The really popular one, with the sleek —“

But Lily wasn’t paying Sirius any attention.

“What in heaven’s name is that?” she said.

“Could I interest you in a caldron cake?” Peter shoved a box in her direction.

Lily ignored him.

“Remus, why is there a ruddy big stag running after the Hogwarts Express?”

“I don’t see- “

“There, can’t miss it,” she said, pointing out of the window.

There was indeed an ample stag, trotting after them at an increasingly frantic pace.

“What in God’s name is it doing?” she said, staring wide-eyed at him. “It looks almost as if…”

“Almost as if he’s late and missed the last train home for the holidays?” Remus mused from behind The Prophet.

Peter laughed, a touch hysterically, she thought - muttering something about worst secret keepers ever.

Continue on ao3

[kazu86sworld]

Helloooo everyone!

Hope you always stay happy and healthy wherever you are 😊

I just finished the forth chapter of my lovely kakayama fic "Stay"

Hope you'll read and like it! Happy reading! 🥰🙏

Stay (chapter 4)

Kakashi opened his eyes. Sunlight came in through the gaps in the pavilion window curtains. He checked his smartphone. 8am.

After getting up and sitting for a while on his extra bed, he stood up and walked to the bedroom, looking for Tenzo. The bedroom door was open and the bed was neatly made, but Tenzo wasn't there. Likewise in the bathroom. He then went to the mini kitchen and found a tray with breakfast menu on it: rice, rolled omelettes and miso soup. As well as a memo "Morning, senpai! I went out to buy some ingredients at the market near hear, and made breakfast. Hope you like it. I saw you slept so deep, so I didn't wake you up. I have to work now. See you :)"

Kakashi smiled. Actually the resort provides breakfast for customers. But he chose tenzo's made. And it's delicious. That time was the first time Kakashi ate food made by Tenzo, and he planned to make food too for his Kohai.

3pm.

Tenzo had finished his job. He planned to look for an apartment to stay. But when he stepped out of the supermarket, someone with a bicycle was already waiting for him.

"Senpai?" Tenzo was surprised.

"Wanna ride a bike together?"

Tenzo chukled (remembering he and his senpai used to ride a bike together to school), then nodded. And still, just like the past time, Tenzo sits in front of Kakashi, he steers the bicycle handlebars, while Kakashi pedals.

They cycled to the hill where their favorite willow tree was. Kakashi parked his bicycle near the tree, then took a bento box and a drinking bottle from the bicycle basket. They sat under the willow tree.

"I made some onigiri. Wanna taste it?"

"Sure!" Tenzo took one and ate it. "It's so delicious! You're a pretty good cook, senpai!"

"You too...I like the breakfast you made..."

They eat, drink and chat.

"Where will we go next, senpai?"

"You decide..."

"Umm...school?"

"Alright.."

Then there they were, riding along the road they used to take when going to school. The afternoon breeze blew cool. There was a feeling of happiness in their hearts when they returned along that road, like a flashback to their happy childhood days.

15 minutes later they arrived in front of Konoha High School. That afternoon the learning activities had finished, so the school looked rather quiet. There are still several students who have not gone home because they are taking part in extracurricular activities.

"Come in?" asked kakashi. Tenzo smiled and nodded. They entered the school yard. Kakashi parked the bike. They walked around the main building. Not much has changed.

"You know, senpai? A year after you lived, Kushina sensei married Minato sensei..."

"Really?"

"Mhm... They are a sweet couple. Both of them are good teachers. Everyone at school says that Minato Sensei fell in love with Kushina Sensei since the first time he saw her at this school..."

Kakashi and Tenzo arrived at the back yard of the school where Kakashi was bullied by Kabuto and his gang. He looks up, at the window where he saw tenzo for the first time.

"I do believe it, love at the first sight..." He then looked at Tenzo and smiled behind his mask. Tenzo looks at the window too, then at kakashi, and gets blushed.

"Let's get inside!" Kakashi took Tenzo's hand, they entered the school building.

After looking around the inside of the building, including their class, Kakashi and Tenzo walked out, towards the parking lot. Then Tenzo got an idea.

"Senpai?"

"Hmm?"

"Can I learn to ride the bike?"

"Sure!"

Honestly, Tenzo can't ride a bike alone yet. So Kakashi taught him. Kakashi patiently taught Tenzo to ride a bicycle. Soon Tenzo was able to ride the bicycle.

"This is so fuuuun!" Tenzo shouted while pedaling his bicycle.

"Slow down!" Kakashi shouted

Tenzo felt so happy until he didn't realize there was a downhill road ahead of him. The bike was going faster and faster and Tenzo couldn't control it.

"Tenzo!!!" Kakashi shouted as he ran after Tenzo.

Tenzo steered his bicycle to the side to stop. The bike hit a tree and he fell.

"Are you right?" Kakashi immediately knelt down to help Tenzo get up. Tenzo's feet and hands were scratched.

Tenzo sobbed in pain then nodded. "I'm sorry, senpai..."

Kakashi sighed "Come on!" Kakashi gave his back "We need to cure your wonds immediately..."

"The bike?"

"It's okay. I will call the bike rental later..."

Tenzo put his arm around Kakashi's shoulder and Kakashi carried him on his back and walked back to the resort.

"I am so sorry senpai...." he was very sorry. Kakashi smiled "It's alright, tenz...". Tenzo hugged Kakashi tighter and Kakashi carried him tighter too.

A few moments later they arrived at the front yard of Uciha Resort, passing through the parking lot. Several cars were parked there. One of those cars was Rin's. From inside her car, she saw kakashi carrying tenzo. A feeling of tightness immediately appeared in her heart. She then took his smartphone and dialed someone's number.

"Obito..."

"Hey Rin! What's up?"

Rin was silent for a moment then said "I need your help..."

-To be continued-

[gifts-for-everyone]

Best Corporate Gift for Employees in 2025

Corporate gifting is an extremely thoughtful art in 2025 that transcends branded pens and boring mugs. Instead, modern employees are looking for some level of significance, mindfulness, and utility in any gift. Be it year-end celebrations, milestones, or simply morale boosters, the right sort of corporate gifts for employees say a lot to show that you really do care for your team members.

So, if you want to thank your employees in a meaningful way this year, here is a carefully selected list of the best corporate gift hampers you could consider.

What Are the Best Corporate Gifts For Employees?

1. Corporate Essentials

This Corporate Essentials hamper is specially crafted for a structured and efficient person. An A5 hardbound diary serves as the Goal-getter, along with sticky to-do lists, so that employees can easily follow through on their tasks. The classic black pencil and metallic pen are chic companions, while a black travel mug (400 ml) is Kindle-friendly for coffee time. Topped with a personalized greeting card, this is essentially a gift for practical everyday use, wrapped in premium reusable gift packaging.

2. Wishing Wellness

This relaxing hamper promotes a healthy work-life balance. At its heart is the ever-popular book 'IKIGAI' by Garcia and Miralles: A Guide to Purposeful Living. Accompanied by a white bubble candle, a ribbed ceramic mug (300 ml), and a mini-artificial succulent to soothe and beautify any desk. Immune and wellness-promoting Vahdam turmeric herbal tea (15 bags), complete this comforting gift that leaves room for a warm greeting card and The Zappy gift box.

3. Empower & Manifest

The hamper is intended to motivate and give people the right mindset to be productive and positive. It includes things like a Numic handmade paper calendar that's for 2025, a crochet sunflower pot for sunny vibes, and a warm-and-cozy festive candle. The updated A5 hardbound planner allows flexible scheduling, while a heartfelt greeting card and the eco-conscious Zappy gift box begin the new year with great meaning.

4. Luxe Resolutions

For someone who appreciates functionality and elegance, this luxury hamper is just perfect. Past, Present, Future vegan leather diary is indeed as classy as it sounds, along with a timeless Parker Beta pen. The 750 ml stainless steel insulated bottle keeps the drinks fresh, while the mobile stand, marble coasters (set of 2), and to-do sticky notes elevate any workstation. Packaged with a personalized greeting card in a reusable box, it's a classy way to appreciate top achievers.

5. Back to Roots

In honor of all things earthly, this packaging also becomes a perfect telltale sign of an all-things-green gift. An A5 eco notebook, along with a 500 ml bamboo-steel tumbler and a somewhat unique plantable pen & pencil set, completes the gift. Add to the mix the Numic mini calendar 2025 or Majestic India plantable calendar, plus memo pads (pack of 2). A gentle reminder to care for the planet while still being productive- beautifully boxed up in a beautiful Zappy gift box with a greeting card.

6. Sip & Schedule

Make it cozy yet practical, with huggable sunshine for the morning and organization during the week. Start the show with Sleepy Owl Instant Coffee (100g), which is rich and flavorful. The Fly Away Socks by Mint & Oak add quirky comfort, while the A5 undated planner and to-do list notes, comprising 52 sheets, help keep tasks in check. Pair this with a ceramic ribbed mug (300 ml), add a heartfelt greeting card, and you have this beautiful, functional corporate gift.

7. Success Starter

This Success Starter hamper is small yet delightful and meant to signify the beginning of everything. Everything is brilliantly organized, from the crisp white ball pen to the A5 softbound diary and even down to a delightful sweet treat, Ferrero Rocher (pack of 4). Because of the stainless steel double wall sipper-hot & cold (400 ml), it is even more well-suited for daily use. It comes neatly packed in a reusable Zappy gift box along with a greeting card, making it an awesome motivational resource for new employees or budding talent.

Conclusion

Corporate gifts for employees mean personalization, mindfulness, and thoughtful curation. These hampers strike all the chords, whether to boost morale, celebrate achievement, or simply show thanks. Perfect for everyone, from wellness to work essentials, these premium gift boxes have that little something for everyone, beautifully packed and ready to steal the show. Choose the one that perfectly aligns with your company values as well as your employees' preferences, and let the memories of your gift linger long after the opening of the box. Shop now at The Zappy Box!

[creativeera]

Makeup Packaging: How the Packaging Influences your Makeup Shopping Decisions

Evolution of Makeup Packaging Makeup packaging has come a long way from the simple metal compacts and paper boxes of the early 20th century. As the needs and preferences of consumers have changed, so too has the design and functionality of makeup containers. Early on, manufacturers focused primarily on protecting the product and providing basic information. Over time, additional elements were incorporated to attract customers and influence purchasing. Let's take a look at some of the key developments in makeup packaging over the decades. In the first half of the 1900s, powder and rouge came in simple tins or cardboard boxes with minimal graphics. Lipsticks were cylindrical tubes or pots with a color swatch on the label. As mass production gained steam post World War II, plastic containers replaced metal for lower costs. This allowed for molded compacts in fun shapes and larger palettes. Glossy advertisements brought vibrant colors to magazines, creating demand for new styles. The consumer revolution of the 1960s ushered in disposable income and self-expression. Makeup went pop with bright packaging to match the youth culture. Revlon launched its trendsetting Pop Art nail polishes and lipsticks adorned in painterly prints. Clear plastic emerged for lip and eye products to better showcase shades. Sleek metallic tubes conveyed luxury for higher-end brands. Advancements in printing birthed graphic designs and bold typefaces in the 1970s-80s. Eyeshadow palettes took off as a way to build kits for different looks. Signature brand logos helped cultivate customer loyalty. In the 90s, limelight for gutsy colours like turquoise brought out futuristic finishes. Lightweight plastics and minis became portable must-haves. The 21st century saw Makeup Packaging pushed to new limits. From glittery exteriors to holographic shifters mimicking the products inside, flashy exteriors drew consumers to shelves. Sustainable bamboo and recycled tubes entered the scene. Customizable compacts allowed personalization. Complex molds created multifunctional components like built-in brushes or mirrors. Meanwhile, technological interfaces blurred physical and digital worlds. Impact of Sensory Marketing Advances in materials science and manufacturing now allow unparalleled creativity and interactivity in makeup applications. Whereas appearance was once the main focal point, sensory elements are equally important in engaging target audiences. The feel, sound and even smell of a product all influence the shopping experience. Brands employ these techniques to build emotional connections at points of sale. A well-designed container can enhance several senses on its own. Smooth plastic that's cool to the touch may translate quality, while premium metallic finishes signal luxury. The satisfying click of a compact or satisfying twist of a lipstick potentially triggers positive responses. Some go farther with touch-activated lights, music or voice memos inside. Layered fragrances on compacts may match scent to specific lip, eye or face palettes. On shelves, standouts make first impressions through vibrant palettes that jump off in peripherals. Glossy, holographic or textured exteriors catch attention where seconds matter most. Meanwhile, satisfying sensory aspects encourage handling time crucial to consideration and education. It's no surprise high-tech packaging coincides with top-selling prestige lines. Brands realize an immersive unboxing fosters attachment and increases lifetime customer value. Sustainable Innovations As environmental and ethical concerns rise globally, forward-thinking companies innovate with sustainability in mind. Post-consumer recycled plastic is a growing standard while bioplastics create plant-based options. Some new packaging utilizes recycled cardboard envelopes that fold flat for shipping. Refillable compacts reduce single-use waste by allowing replacement of powders or creams over time.

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[momo-no-tane]

The Chara has started accepting pre-orders for the Shugo Chara! x Sanrio Characters products that were sold at Pop Up Shops that took place in Tokyo and Osaka. The pre-order period will be from March 17th, 2025 to April 10th, 2025. The products are scheduled to be shipped early June 2025 to late June 2025.

The prices are as follows (tax included):

Egg Pin Buttons Vol. 2 (9 Types) (Random) - single: 550 yen / box: 4,950 yen

Collection Cards Vol. 2 (18 Types) (Random) - 440 yen

Acrylic Keychains (9 Types) (Random) - single: 770 yen / box: 6,930 yen

Acrylic Mascots (9 Types) (Random) - single: 770 yen / box: 6,930 yen

Eco Bag (1 Type) - 2,200 yen

Rubber Desk Mat (1 Type) - 3,850 yen

T-shirt Tsukiyomi Ikuto x Bad Badtz-Maru (1 Type) - 3,850 yen

Long Sleeved T-shirt Hinamori Amu x Helly Kitty (1 Type) - 4,950 yen

Long Sleeved T-shirt Hoshina Utau x Kuromi (1 Type) - 4,950 yen

Memo Stand Clips (9 Types) - 880 yen

Photo Frame Keychains (9 Types) - 1,980 yen

Hairclips (9 Types) - 660 yen

Egg Microfibers (9 Types) - 880 yen

Mini Tapestries (9 Types) - 1,870 yen

Holographic Big Acrylic Stands (9 Types) - 2,750 yen

Source: The Chara, X

[jack-ouellette]

Orion Pictures: The First Modern Mini-Major: Creation & Partnership with Warner Brothers

Orion Pictures was created in February 1978, when five top executives decided to leave United Artists. The executives included Arthur Krim and Robert Benjamin, the two had previously managed United Artists over the past 27 years ultimately shaking up the film industry itself. The reputations of the five executives led to a distribution deal with Warner Brothers, raising $90 million in finances, leading to Orion being Warner’s first satellite production company. (Tzioumakis) This deal allowed the executives to remain autonomous from Warner in terms of management and creative decisions but having to rely on Warner distribution to place their product in the market. However, due to this arrangement disagreements on marketing and distribution led to the relationship between Warner and Orion to sour. The deal charged to Orion for distribution was 30% for domestic releases and 40% for worldwide releases by Warner Brothers. (Tzioumakis) Warner also allowed its foreign distribution offices to veto the release of Orion films if they thought they would not perform well in certain markets, ultimately hurting the box office success of Orion. Thus, Orion was forced into low budget films and had relatively small box office success due to Warner’s ability to dictate distribution. Orion had to pass Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) due to its high cost and principal demands from the film’s gross. (Tzioumakis)  Ultimately, from 1978 to 1982 Orion Pictures produced 23 films for Warner Brothers and only two can be considered big hits. 10 (1981) and Arthur (1981), with rentals of $37 and $42 million, respectively. Both companies saw that the relationship was not working, with Arthur Krim sending a memo out to the partners laying out reasons for why Orion needed to become a producer-distributor, painting the picture of Orion Pictures to become a mini major within the film industry. (Tzioumakis)