#more importantly it's NOT social media thank GOD

[witchern]

oh shit in the midst of all the 911-posting i forgot to mention – i have a job again! 🎉 it's a temp role but it's better than nothing and it pays quiiiiiite well ✌️

[astonmartinii]

was wondering if you could do a smau or just a normal fic where oscar or lando are with an f1 academy driver!reader where maybe outside of racing reader is slightly alternative/rockstar gf vibes

hope you have a good day!

i am the rockstar, girlfriend | oscar piastri social media au

pairing: oscar piastri x f1academy!reader

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yourusername: you get the best of both worlds

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user1: enough is enough i need to be her

user2: someone get that kitty cat some ear protectors

yourusername: i found cumberland sausage in a bush by an airfield baby has ear drums of literal steel

user3: i wish i was a kitten who gets to go racing and live the rockstar life

racerbia: tell cumberland i love her

yourusername: so what about me ???

racerbia: i guess i love you too

yourusername: that's what i thought

user4: miss ma'am lowkey MADE it tell me why she has olivia rodrigo in her likes

user5: the girlies been using y/n as a pinterest board

oscarpiastri: who's the cutie

yourusername: oh oscar i'm blushing ... 😊

oscarpiastri: i meant cumberland sausage

yourusername: blocked.

oscarpiastri: i'm in your walls.

user6: i'm sorry but what the fuck is going on in here

user7: i'm just going to sit back and observe

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vogue: this month's cover of british vogue is up and coming f1 academy driver y/n y/ln who doesn't let her day job as a driver stop her from embracing her chosen aesthetic in every other aspect of her life. inside y/n touches upon her struggles as a woman in the industry, inspiring others and her scene-stealing cat, cumberland sausage.

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user8: mama on the cover of vogue ???

user9: okay i don't have a clue what the f1 academy is but i may have to tune in now

yourusername: thank yew for having me 🥰

user10: i guess we can't gatekeep her anymore

user11: gatekeep? girl she had like 700k followers before this

racerbia: oh so my bestie FAMOUS famous

yourusername: don't worry i'll never forget you

racerbia: i should hope not you still don't have your road license and who gives you lifts?

yourusername: i love youuuuuuuu

user12: so not to make it about a man, but oscar always be in the comments/interacting with posts from/about y/n

user13: rocks for brains

user14: tbf they'd be cute

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oscarpiastri: can't keep me away from the racing, i spent my spare weekend in barcelona with the f1 academy. oh i guess i bumped into y/n (most importantly, cumberland sausage)

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user15: so ... did anyone else know they were friends?

user16: i went dumpster-diving to find out and they're very lowkey but they've known each other a long time but because of racing in different series they've mostly had an online friendship

user15: interesting

yourusername: always nice to see you osc, and cumberland says thank you for her dreamies

oscarpiastri: she's always the highlight of our visits

yourusername: stop playing hard to get

oscarpiastri: you know i'm always easy for you

user16: @yourusername you know we can all see this, right?

yourusername: i know that's half the fun

user17: god this comment section fried my brain

landonorris: so THIS is where you were this weekend

oscarpiastri: yes, i told you this

landonorris: nooooo, you skipped my bbq because you were visiting "someone special"

oscarpiastri: yes, cumberland sausage

landonorris: i'm on to you, piastri 🤨

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f1academy: OH WOW !! y/n y/ln sets a record this weekend in monza by leading all practices, grabbing pole for all three races, leading all laps and winning all three races - the first ever f1 academy grand chelem

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user18: okay but like what more does she need to do to get to f2?

user19: i was there and lord this is DOMINATION

racerbia: that's MY teammate

yourusername: i love youuuuuu

user20: now this is a slay

oscarpiastri: wowowowowowowo

yourusername: do i make you speechless?

oscarpiastri: you know it

user21: these bitches are just teasing us now.

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yourusername: happy birthday cumberland sausage, my pretty girl, mummy and daddy love you xxx

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user22: MUMMY AND DADDY?

user23: so we're all idiots?

racerbia: i thought you guys agreed on a soft launch?

yourusername: too much effort, cumberland's birthday is now

racerbia: your mind confuses me so much

user24: i'm new here someone PLEASE tell me how this cat ended up with the name cumberland sausage

yourusername: when i rescued her the only food i had in my flat was a pack of sausages and it just stuck

oscarpiastri: does this make you a milf?

yourusername: and you a dilf?

landonorris: who are you and what have you done with my teammate?

oscarpiastri: are you just annoyed you found out the same time as everyone else?

landonorris: .... no

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oscarpiastri: best weekend, with the best of company

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user25: mama y papa

user26: obsessed with y/n's need to bring her cat with her everywhere, she's just like me

yourusername: so proud of you osc

oscarpiastri: maybe it's because i had a good luck charm in my garage

yourusername: that's cute, but for real you're just TALENTED AS FUCK AND DESERVE EVERYTHING

user27: loving y/n's brand of aggressive positive reinforcement

mclaren: turns out we ARE a cat friendly garage

yourusername: that you are, and your catering is very good 10/10 experience would do again

oscarpiastri: extra points for letting cumberland sleep on a tyre blanket

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yourusername: living the dream

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user28: that should be me 😭

user29: god i have seen what you have done for others

oscarpiastri: i dream of you often

landonorris: i beg you stop being horny on main

oscarpiastri: you made it weird mate i'm just professing my love for my girlfriend

yourusername: awwww love you too baby

user30: the way oscar is lowkey bringing in y/n's aesthetic

yourusername: i love this thought but really he'd just came for a last min visit and that is my shirt 😭

oscarpiastri: don't expose me like that

user31: now that's MY f1 IT couple

[sheastri]

Hell N Back ft. op81

Pairing: oscar piastri x fem!black reader

Genre: Social Media AU with story

Summary: In which the reader was finally done with love until Oscar came into her life and charmed (all he had to do was exist) her into giving love another chance.

Warning(s): None.

A/N: Recently been thinking about f1 so I decided why not write??Title inspired by "Hell N Back Bakar ft. Summer Walker" because I've been obsessed with it lately!! No specific fan cast, just photos off of Pinterest.

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The First Meeting

2 years ago

Y/n was walking down a street flooded by shops all around her with her best friend, A'lidyah. The two women were in deep conversation about love. Y/n was almost sure she would never comfortably be in love again and A'lidyah was telling her that love comes to you when you least expect it.

"You shouldn't fully mark it off because of a few mishaps. And love comes in so many different forms and can be found in so many different aspects of life." A'lidyah explained while moving her hands to emphasize her point.

"You know what, you're right. I love seeing the smiles of the people who walk the streets, I love skipping through town hand in hand, and I love music. I'm so grateful to have you in my life, like seriously." Y/n said smiling at her friend sincerely. A'lidyah returned the smile saying something along the lines of "life would be so dull without you, i thank God for you everyday." The conversation then resumed, the two girls having smiles seemingly permanently edged on to their faces.

While Y/n was speaking she momentarily shifted her eyes to glance at something on the side of the street that A'lidyah stood on and in that quick second she had walked into someone. He managed to catch her by her waist before she had fallen and she immediately began apologizing before looking up at the man.

As Y/n shifted to meet the gaze of her saving grace, she found she was met with a face that displayed the thoughts crossing her mind at the moment. Wide eyes and mouth agape, the man must've been experiencing the shock that circled her mind at the moment. She only broke through this trance at the sound of a witch like cackling that could come from no one other than A'lidyah. Y/n raised her eyebrow and side eyed her best friend with a smile on her face before turning her attention back on to the man who stood in front of her.

They exchanged eye contact one last time before his hold on her waist loosened and Y/n stepped back and bent down to pick up the things that fell on the floor. Oscar soon joined her and then apologized for almost knocking her over.

"Ah, no worries it was mostly my fault and I was able to be saved by a handsome man so I'd say we're pretty even?" Y/n responded cheekily.

"A handsome man? And then you a beautiful woman? Almost seems like a match made in heaven, wouldn't cha say?" The man said while his face was very clearly flushed and he looked like he had to muster up all his confidence and self-control to not stutter. His pupils then went off to the side catching another woman in his line of sight. Seeing that the man had directed his attention to her A'lidyah began to speak.

"That's actually perfect, Y/n needs someone other than me to add a little bit of pizazz and all that fun stuff to her life, mind giving her a name?" A'lidyah says holding back a teasing smile. "Oh that's my bad. The names Oscar, Oscar Piastri. It's nice to meet you Y/n and..."

"Oh I'm A'lidyah! Her wife, her wingman, her manager, and most importantly her best friend. Oscar meet Y/n, Y/n meet Oscar!" The girl says enthusiastically. The two laugh but greet each other anyway.

They exchanged numbers and that day when Y/n went home she found the idea of love just a bit more appealing and Oscar... well let's just say his google history was flooded with many "Do I Have a Crush?" quizzes, a lot more "How to Know if Your in Love" blogs, and one slightly embarrassing question that his friends would definitely tease him about, not that they wouldn't tease him about what he had already been searching up anyway.

Y/n is now following Oscar Piastri

Oscar Piastri is now following Y/n

♫ Could you tell where my head was at when you found me? Me and you went to hell and back just to find peace ♫

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whosalidyah not your boy in the likes...🤭

yourusername guys what is this crazy woman talking about?? username girl... you are NOT slick username not alidyah exposing her😭

carlossainz55 can't wait to meet you at our next race!

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username anyone noticed that both oscar and mclaren liked??

username that's suspicious🤨 username that's weird...

oscarpiastri no photo creds after standing in the middle of the road to take that second one??

yourusername you're still alive and well?? landonorris justice for my boy oscar😪 whosalidyah burning all my number 4 mclaren merch landonorris I take back my earlier statement, I was misguided please forgive me oscarpiastri the things that love does to people🤦

username ignoring that 3rd photo for my peace of mind

username not me finding out my wife is cheating on me on my birthday

yourusername never bby 💕 oscarpiastri 🤥

mclaren come visit us in the paddock sometime soon!

yourusername I thought you'd never ask!! username oh?

username Man, I thought I had everything, I was lonely.

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oscarpiastri Thanks to all the fans who came out to support @mclaren today.

yourusername Your nails are gorgg, who did them?? I need the number immediately🤭

oscarpiastri that information is classified🥱 username not y/n tryna act like those aren't her nails...

username babe... who's nails are those??

username why is lando lowkey looking like a snack in that photo??😩

landonorris it's just impossible for me to look bad, truly a gift and a curse😪 whosalidyah don't boost his ego too much now, im scared it might implode...

username just noticed that the nails match the colors on his helmet

username that's actually so cute wtff username oh it's seriousss

yourusername just a girl waiting for her photo creds

oscarpiastri just a boy waiting for the ones he was robbed of😣

username Now you're my everything, now it's on me.

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mclaren Our papaya boys + Y/n = another good day in the paddock

yourusername I had an amazing time, thank you so much for inviting me (10/10 experience, would recommend).

mclaren You're welcome to join us again anytime!

username ok but who was y/n looking at because I don't think her smile could get any brighter??

username ik y/n was sick of them by the end of this😭

landnorris y/n run they're trying to recruit you

yourusername girl dw i'm already halfway down the road oscarpiastri 🤦 username lmao i love their dynamic

whosalidyah if only I didn't have exams

yourusername never leave me again, oscar and lando almost drove me insane whosalidyah igu next time babes🤞

username hope to see her at the paddock a lot more!

username oh to be y/n rn

username I could you tell where your head was at when I found you.

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Will You Be Mine?

1 year ago

Y/n was very excited for her date with the one and only Oscar Piastri, not like she hadn't gone on many with him before but he had said he had something very special planned which "fit her persona well", his words not hers. She was very suspicious seeing as basically all their dates filled her with joy and excitement, high standards to exceed, if she did say so herself.

She had gotten her nails painted prior to the date and had made sure her hair looked nice. She had also put on a pretty dress but not before playing dress up and have a whole fashion show in her room with A'lidyah. Her whole hype crew in one person, she was so blessed. While doing touch ups she heard the doorbell ring and practically flew downstairs to go and open the door.

Oscar stared down at her, his face leading her to think he was in a trance or something of the sort. Y/n loved the effect she had on him. She did a little twirl to show him the full fit knowing it would fluster him even more.

"Am I pretty enough for the occasion, Mr. Piastri?" Y/n said chuckling softly before leaving a mannequin like Oscar standing at the door in awe as she went to go grab her purse and let A'lidyah know it was time for her to go. She came back down and Oscar swore she looked like an angel descending from the heavens.

"Well, I'm waiting on an answer?"

"You are absolutely stunning, beyond pretty enough for the occasion, although those are definitely everyday qualities of yours."

"What a sweetheart!" Y/n said, once again teasing the man and taking pleasure in the blush that spread across his face, as she closed the door to the apartment and took Oscar's outstretched hand. As they made it to the car he opened the door for her and allowed her to enter before going around the car and getting in himself.

"Ouhh my favorite song is playing, did you orchestrate this or is the universe just working overtime?" The girl spoke softly in a joking manner.

"A magician can't reveal all his tricks." Oscar said jokingly before smiling softly at the girl in the passenger seat and taking in the joy that radiated from her being. They drove with soft music in the background and just the amazing scenery to guide them through the city. Once they got to the destination, which seemed like a garden of some sort, Oscar practically ran over to her side of the car. Once he had opened the door for her he covered her eyes with his hands.

"Oscar, your coordination better be on point because if I trip your days will be numbered." she said seriously with a hint of humor in her voice.

"Wouldn't be the first time you've fallen for me, now would it love?" Oscar teased as he walked her over to the romantic picnic spot he had set up for her.

"Girl, you know what... just don't be surprised when I jump you." Y/n said playfully. They then came to a stop and and Oscar uncovered her eyes allowing her to see the scene that he had put together. When Y/n saw the sign that said "Will You Be Mine?" her heart felt as though it would jump out of her chest. When she turned to face Oscar he got down on one knee and began to speak before she could say anything.

"From the moment I met you I knew that we would be inevitable. You're intricate but gorgeous hairstyles, your dough like eyes, and your beautiful aura had put me in an immediate trance and I remember thinking 'woah'. My friends once told me that when I looked at you it seemed as though stars had been placed in my eyes purposely as if to gaze upon you meant my pupils had seen an unknown galaxy deeply treasured by the cosmos. So, will you allow me a place in your heart in which I beg to stay for an eternity."

Y/n immediately broke down crying before saying yes a million times and jumping into Oscar's warm embrace.

"I will do my best to treasure your heart." Y/n said before pulling Oscar in for a kiss.

That night the stars danced above them as though rejoicing.

♫ Know life been lifin' lately, so I save you if you save me ♫

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yourusername I was over love, thought I had enough, then I found you @oscarpiastri

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oscarpiastri I was no doubt, stressed out without you.

yourusername the only man ever🤭

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oscarpiastri All we got is us, when nobody does, I got you @yourusername

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yourusername For your sanity and my mentality.

oscarpiastri mine, in every universe

yourusername omg I'm literally your biggest fan!!

oscarpiastri well I would hope so🤨

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♫ Man, I thought I had everything, I was lonely... Now you're my everything, now it's on me... ♫

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[valeriianz]

For the fic writer asks:

4. Obviously you did research for BitB. I'd love you to ramble about it if you like I'm sure you've got STORIES

5. Did you outline it?

7. How'd you decide it would be Hob's pov?

25-27 I'd love to know a/some favorite lines, details, and any lore you might want to share

omg TJ what wonderful questions! thank you!! this is going to get LONG!

4: Rambling about research!

do you wanna see a screen shot of my bookmarks under my "band au" folder?

man, and that's only what could fit on the screen.

there is... SO MUCH i chose to ignore for this fic. ideas that i had to drop, lines or extra details about the other band members equipment. more logistics, what Lucienne actually does, what Mervyn has to put up with as the new touring stage manager... i realized very early on that i couldn't possibly cram all this (super cool and eye opening) information into the fic and still keep reader's interest and, most importantly, to not stray away from the fact that this is a dreamling fic. whenever i felt myself getting carried away with a side character or job or even social media numbers, gossip, outside POVs, i had to reign myself in and get back on track. there will be time for exploring everything i missed in side stories after BitB is finished. i just hope i still have the energy to write it all.

once, i was so deep into research that after publishing chapter 2, i went into work and when my chef asked what "GA" meant on my prep list, i answered with full confidence, "general admission."

(it means "get ahead.")

the worst part of this entire writing process is im still learning new shit. i havent rewatched or read a lot of what i've saved because, to be very honest, i was feeling a little burnt out. it's why we're kinda full steam dreamling now. it's why ive been glossing over a lot of technical stuff and being vague about conversations amongst the crew/not including it at all. i don't prefer ignoring my research, but at the end of the day i want to still enjoy writing this fic and finish it. even if i can't be as descriptive and detailed and nuanced as i used to be.

5: Did you outline the fic?

(also asked by @hardly-an-escape!)

i wouldn't call what i have a proper "outline," it's more like a 20k word document filled to the brim with notes that i skim at least a dozen times while i'm writing a new chapter (being in my brain is literally hell). i live multichapter life very dangerously. i copy and paste lines or sections (always scattered, never together! augh!) that are meant to go together and plop them in a new document titled "band au ch.#" and then i structure the chapter around what i want to happen.

but to answer this question in the plainest of terms: yeah. i know exactly what's going to happen up until the very end. even if its all in my head and the only concrete shit that's written down are beats/plot points. i'll figure out the rest later!

7: How'd you decide it would be Hob's POV?

i actually never even considered writing it from Dream's POV. this was my first fic in the fandom (which is so nuts to think about lol) and writing in Dream's POV sounded so scary lol. i also just thought Hob's would be easier because i have worked a few backstage shows, back in my college years. i figured eh, i can make this work. and i loved exploring how weird and mysterious musicians can be, from a normie's POV. making Hob a fan first and having him worry about developing a parasocial relationship... it was fun to explore.

25: Share your favorite line

oh god, i have so many haha.

“What are you thinking about?” starting in ch.2 and onward lmao

“It’s–” Dream laughs quietly, bitterly. “I don’t like change.” He says each word with emphasis, eyes trailing down to fixate somewhere past Hob. “And I still hold onto the things I can control, like my instruments–” his eyes swing up to regard Hob apologetically. “Or my clothes or my–” he brings a hand up and wiggles his fingers around his head. “My hair.” ch.4

"His majesty is pleased." ch.5

“You are obsessive,” he states, slow and cool and with a quiet smile cracking through his composure. “Just like me.” ch.7

“You look good.” Hob has to lean in to say so, unwilling to raise his voice amongst the roar of the fans. ch.11

“Del looks like porcelain, but she’s actually made of steel.” Desire swirls the contents of their glass before pushing their shoulders back with a deep breath. “She's tougher than all of us.” ch.11

“Everything. I want…” his fingers tighten in Hob’s hair, pulling him closer, speaking against his lips. “…Everything.” ch.14

26: Share your favorite detail

how intentionally coy Dream behaves. i love keeping him a mystery and deciding when and how much to allow his intentions to peek through has been so fun lol.

Despair is in fact covered in tattoos and piercings! i say this because i feel like sometimes i forget lmao. (but also her and Hob don't interact much so. my bad haha).

Delirium's constant explosion of color in the way she dresses <3

Hob's dedication to his job, Dream, and the people he cares about the most. i don't care if people think i'm making him too soft and good, im gonna project on that man and make him a sweet, sweet simp lmao

and ah, this doesn't matter anymore, and i kinda regret doing it but. i originally had Dream's favorite bass all black but the pickguard was white. so it actually looked like Jessamy. not gonna lie when @designtheendless drew it all black i decided i liked it better that way. and truly i do. that's when i went back to ch.1 and changed it haha. to actually see the guitar with Dream, all done up sparkling black and purple flecks... gosh it's just so him. but then i got up to the reveal that the guitar's name was Jessamy and i was like, "oh, right." lmao. no one seems to care so i'll leave it be.

27: Share a piece of lore you made up for the story

i have a lot lmao. and this post is already so long... im hoping i can get to some if not all of it in side fics in the future. but for now, here's some that's more like headcanons but:

Dream hates flying. he can full on go into panic attacks on the plane if he allows himself to get into his own head.

this was mentioned briefly in ch.4, while Dream was discussing the formation of the band, but Despair was in another band before joining Endless. she is the only character in the fic who gets to keep her English roots (lol sorry) and is the oldest in the band (30).

all of the band members ages: Dream, Desire, and Death are all 28 and Delirium is 22.

Dream can experience subdrop after going too hard during a performance.

Dream paints his own nails, it's very therapeutic.

as an exercise, i explored my own headcanons for Dream in this verse in a word doc, and one thing i will share from it that you might find interesting: If I were to ever give Dream a theological values, I would describe him as a satanist. He is a physical and pragmatic person, nonconforming, and although he is introverted, he enjoys being a part of a community (he loves his band).

also found this in my notes: How Desire and Dream got along was Death making them fight it out. Hob raises an eyebrow “like in a brawl?” He couldn't imagine Desire throwing hands. “No, in a pillow fight that escalated in hair pulling and verbal taunts.”

fic writer asks

[fruitcoops]

The dorlene love is amazing!! If you are every inclined to write more dorlene smut (or just more dorlene content in general) I would love it!

Dorlene wedding planning on Lion Pride, ft. their content cash cows loving friends <3 Full disclosure: this social media fic was entirely inspired by the Rock the Boat scene in Derry Girls, a show Finn O'Hara would adore. Character credit goes to @lumosinlove!

TW for brief mention of alcohol at weddings

Dorcas’ hair was pinned back with tiny pearl barrettes that matched the buttons on her white suit when the video began. “This is Dorcas Meadowes, and welcome to Lion Pride!” She spread her hands with a smile. “As you can see, wedding season has begun, and I for one simply cannot wait. Not only because several members of the Lions are celebrating their own upcoming nuptials, but more importantly, because I am getting married to our favorite camera darling, Marlene McKinnon.

“Lions, I want you to know one thing when you inevitably watch this: I am shamelessly mining you for wedding playlist ideas because my wife-to-be and I have been too busy filming your nonsense to put the required time or effort into it. You’re welcome.” She winked at the camera. “On to the show! Boys, what are your favorite wedding songs?”

#7: James Potter

James’ brow furrowed slightly. “Do you want my wedding playlist? ‘Cause I’ll send you my wedding playlist. Get Maz in here and we’ll do a walkthrough of each song, I can call Lily—"

#17: Finn O’Hara

“Uh, obviously it’s Rock the Boat,” Finn scoffed. A few beats of silence passed; his eyes widened. “Oh my god, do none of you know the magic of Rock the Boat?”

“Is it like…the Cupid Shuffle?” Dorcas asked.

“Is it—we’re going to pretend you didn’t just ask that. No, no, come here. Ringer!” Finn shouted over his shoulder. “Gimme the speaker for, like, ten minutes! C’mere, D, there’s a dance and everything.”

“I’m in a suit,” Dorcas laughed.

“It’s Rock the Boat,” Finn countered. “You can’t get married without Rock the Boat.”

#5: Olli Halla

Olli thought for a long moment. “Is this a good time to mention that I’ve only been to one wedding?”

#6: Remus Lupin

“Wedding songs? The Electric Slide, hands-down.” Remus gave them a look of mock-offense as he finished taping his stick. “It’s an unbeatable classic. It was the first thing I put on the wedding list.”

#55: Sergei Ivanov

“Oh, god,” Sergei muttered, scratching at his beard. “It’s been too long since I got married. Hey, Dumo, what did you play at your wedding?”

#43: Thomas Walker

“The Cupid fucking Shuffle, Big D,” Talker laughed, meeting Dorcas’ high-five with great enthusiasm. “Yes. That’s what I’m talking about. You can’t have a party without the Cupid Shuffle.”

“That’s what I was saying,” Dorcas agreed.

#86: Evgeni Kuznetsov

Kuny lit up in his stall, then reached over to smack Nado on the leg. “Cha-Cha Slide! Oh my god, favorite. Hey, hey, everybody clap your hands!”

#1: Leo Knut

Leo clicked his tongue thoughtfully. “I’m gonna go with…drunk uncles dancing to Wobble at 4:30 on a Wednesday.”

Dorcas bit back a laugh. “Are the drunk uncles necessary?”

“Oh, without a doubt. If you don’t have your own, storebought is fine. They’re five daquiris in and the life of the fuckin’ party.”

**Editor’s Note: All songs included in this video are central to the Meadowes-McKinnon wedding playlist. Additionally, Dorcas Meadowes looks fine as hell in her suit. Thank you, and goodnight.

[druidessgeek]

Meeting Emma Meyer

Okay ya’ll. This is my take on an Emma/strong girl reader. Girl deserves a halfway healthy romantic relationship.

•you of course meet at God U.

•both being millennials, you have social medias for your supe careers. You both have followed each other for years but it never prepared Emma for seeing you in the flesh.

•you’re on different career paths, you on track to be the next Queen Maeve if you play your cards right, Emma a blossoming actress and it takes her a bit longer than she would have liked to figure out if she wanted to be you or be with you.

•you have no idea but your first thoughts when you two see each other on campus for the first time were “wow she’s so hot. She’s way out of my league.” Pretty much all at once.

•no one knows it but you have a penchant for stand up comedy and when she sees your name on the open mic night at the school’s comedy club, she can’t help it. She goes to see you on the freshman newbie night. It’s supposed to be a harsh night where the upperclassmen come and boo and throw stuff at the freshmen. She tells herself she’s just bored and has nothing better to do but go.

•she halfway expects you to flop when you go on stage. You’re a little stiff with the lights and skittles being thrown and eyes on you at first but you loosen up after you get a few chuckles out of the crowd, Emma included.

•by the end of your set, you have the whole room laughing with your situational comedy about the first time you found out you had powers. A whole crazy story involving a shattered toilet, the water company, the Deep and a bit of constipation.

•Emma called for an encore. She was impressed. And more importantly she thought you were so hot on stage minus the talk about constipation.

•after comedy night one of the other actors that Emma knows invites her to the after party.

•”is Y/N gonna be there? I didn’t see her leave and I wanna tell her how awesome that was.”

•of course you are.

•and you’re hoping to hell and back that that Cricket, the Cricket, the girl you’ve been eying on campus all semester who laughed the whole way through your set would be there.

•Emma enters the dorm where the after party is to a strong smell of weed and people. It’s so crowded but she spots you sitting on the futon with an oversized blunt in your hands while chatting up another group of girls.

•oh thank god you smoke weed.

•it takes her 2 whole blunt rotations and a shot to work up the courage to finally approach you.

•she’s a nervous wreck. What if you don’t like girls? What if you do but she isn’t your type? What if you think her powers are gross? It all flashes through her mind as she approaches but continues anyway.

•she snatches the blunt from your fingers as you pass it, takes a hit and then sits on your lap, her confidence surprising even Emma.

•she wishes now she’d thought of some cute or witty one liner to say but the thing that came out with her exhale of smoke was “your set was amazing.”

•you stare at her in a surprised daze for what felt like forever. Finally you snap out of it and take the blunt back from her coolly, other hand snaking to Emma’s lower back, just above her ass.

•“This how you talk to all comedians or just me?” You ask, referring to her perching on your lap.

•her sly expression tells you everything while you ponder her pretty face.

•you talk all night. Way past when the party ended and you two talked the whole way back to her dorm.

•you both get pretty drunk so you’re mostly holding the tiny adorable girl up the whole way too. You made jokes about your strength on stage but it really did make Emma hot thinking about how strong you are. When you get to her door you both hesitate.

•”so? You coming in with me?” She says with a cute pouty expression that you almost can’t say no to. Almost.

•you explain that you’re both drunk and it isn’t a good idea. When she’s about to object, you clarify it isn’t a good idea for you, mostly. Your strength is dangerous when you’re drunk. Even being a supe, you’re afraid of hurting Emma.

•this really just makes her want you more but she understands. Instead, she kisses you on the cheek.

•“We’ve got time babe.” She whispers into your cheek then turns to unlock the door.

•before she can walk in you grab her hand and pull her back to kiss her on the lips. She fell into your arms like a puzzle piece that fit perfectly while your lips connected. Time stopped. Everything around you melted away.

•until Emma’s roommate Marie called half asleep from their open dorm door “god get a room!”

•you pulled away from each other, breathless and drunk and happy.

•”so uh, I’ll see you around?” She asked, unabashedly hopeful.

•”see you tomorrow?” You reply.

[the-empress-7]

For people asking why both boys went through same trauma but how they have come out? As we all have say here, the people you surround with but most importantly the partner you choose. The choice start the moment you enter the relationship and the “wisdom” they impart on you. I have say here how my sister is a Harry, thank god no money and social media. She got into a relationship with someone who life had dealt him bad cards, so he decided to shared those bad cards with her. Instead of seeing the positive in the cards in her hand, he pointed the negative things. “Oh, your birthday was smaller than your siblings? (Even thought it was held in Disney) They had such a huge reception, tells you who they actually love.” That’s what M has done for Harry. She’s not happy with the cards in her hand (they are not negative, just not opulent) so she points the negative in her partners while slowly switching the cards, it also help that Harry is a taker not a giver. By the end of this, she’ll declared herself the blood royal…. William, on the other hand is a giver. He keeps the negative to himself and shares the positive. He was truly blessed that Kate sees everything in a positive light. She has slowly show him that negative card can be turn into a positive outcome. He lost his Mom, used that pain to help others who didn’t have the support you did. Your life is a fishbowl, well than treasure those private moments. Turn those public moments into a true cause. It all comes down to are you a victim or a fighter and those cheering you on, what do they chant?

I agree that the choice of life partner can make or break you, and William certainly made the right one with Catherine. As much as I love and respect her, I don't want to take agency away from William. They both are strong individuals in their own right, so their relationship is not the kind where one broken half completes the other one. They are both whole and healthy, which is what makes their partnership all the more effective and enduring.

I love that last part btw.

[whiterosebrian]

Hiatus from Social Media

I’ve heard of mental health professionals and others talk about stepping away from social media to make lives better.  I’ve been so reluctant to do so.  I’ve tried so hard to gain supporters as a budding artist—I should hope not a failed artist, though.  Even more importantly, I’m very grateful for what I’ve learned from other people who are different from me yet are just as human and important.  I’m not willing to completely abandon social media.  Nonetheless, there is a nearly compelling argument to be made for stepping away from time to time.

I have recently given serious consideration to doing exactly that.  I’m not ready to publicly discuss what has led up to this choice, so I’ll only say so much.  First and foremost, I have gone through sometimes severe existential crises.  My mental health in general has been less than great to boot.  I can’t rely only on reading posts on social media—and I don’t want to impose myself on certain people whom I follow.  I need to focus more intently on personal rehabilitation.    

I am now making the choice to temporarily abandon—not deactivate or delete—my social media profiles (though I could possibly delete a couple of them later).  I intend to focus on personal rehabilitation.  I have no idea how long this hiatus would last; it could last anywhere from two months to twelve months.  If you choose to patiently wait for me to return and resume posting, I thank you.  If you lose your patience and quit following, I don’t blame you.  I do plan to log in during the next few days after this posting to see what responses I receive.  Otherwise, don’t expect to hear from me again in the near future.

Thank you for looking through this text.  Thank you for understanding and respecting my choice.  May the gods and spirits be with you.

[andiwriteordie]

ANDI CONGRATS ON 1500 FOLLOWERS!

I’ve been slightly obsessed with Byler and dorothea/ttds (as anyone who’s seen my awful edits can tell lmao) so maybe something with that idea of coming back for a Christmas break situationship but not being able to stay? Super angsty which I know you’ll love ❤️

LIV AHHH!!! thank you so so much!!! also, i love this prompt, so thank you thank you for sending it to me! i hope you enjoyed this modern au based on ttds/dorothea (also tbh i was listening to the very first night as well bc it felt right hahaha).

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and it always leads to you 

The sun is shining today.

The sun is shining today, and for some reason, Mike is awake much earlier than he’s ever awake nowadays. The old alarm clock sitting on the side table in his childhood bedroom reads 7:14 AM, which means Mike has been asleep for less than five hours now. It’s Sunday. There’s no reason for Mike to be awake right now, and really, he should just go back to sleep.

But Mike can’t.

He can’t, because the sun is shining today, and because his bed feels warmer than it has in years, and because Will Byers is fast asleep beside him, his brown hair messily sprawled out onto the pillow. 

Will looks younger when he’s asleep. He looks a lot more like the Will Byers that Mike has known since he was just five years old—the Will Byers whom Mike has laughed with and cried with and spent so much of his life with. He looks like the Will Byers that Mike fell in love with and tentatively held the hand of when they were just sixteen and falling into something so much bigger and grander and more beautiful than they could’ve ever imagined.

Will looks younger when he’s asleep, and in this quiet moment before the rest of the world wakes up and begins its day, Mike feels a lot younger too. 

He feels like he’s eighteen again—wide-eyed and bushy-tailed with his entire life in front of him. For a moment, he’s eighteen again and like the world is his oyster and like there’s nothing in the damn world that could ever break up the Party. The last seven years fade away into nothing, until Mike is eighteen years old again and waking up nearly every morning to the sight of his boyfriend’s face and thinking one thing to himself.

I want to spend forever with you.

How quickly things fall apart.

It’s not Will’s fault… honestly, it isn’t. The thing is, right before the two of them were supposed to start school together at the same university—the one at the top of both of their lists and the one that the two of them had been talking about going to with each other since they were fourteen—something completely and entirely unexpected had happened. 

Will had been contacted by some fancy, renowned art school all the way over in Europe and offered a full ride scholarship. Apparently, some higher up at the school had gotten ahold of his art portfolio and was willing to move heaven and hell to get Will Byers to attend the university. It was the chance of a lifetime, and the choice was clear.

Will had to go. 

And really, Mike can’t blame him. He can’t blame Will, because for the first year, they tried. God, they tried so hard, but between an eight hour time difference and busy schedules and life simply just getting in the way, they hadn’t been able to do it. For the first time in their lives, they weren’t in close proximity to each other, and they just… they fell apart.

When they broke up at first, Mike was angry. He won’t even pretend that he wasn’t. He was angry, but more importantly, he was hurt. And in the midst of all that anger and hurt, he’d said things he regrets now and had done things like delete Will’s phone number and block him on any forms of social media—desperate to just escape the feeling of rejection and of being left behind.

That was nearly six years ago. They’re older now—like actual, full grown adults with fully developed frontal lobes and everything. And for the first time, both of them are back in Hawkins, and Mike hadn’t even been able to avoid El and Max’s threats to come to dinner with the entire Party. The last thing he wants to do is make an enemy out of two people who most definitely know where he lives and who are also the self-proclaimed godmother’s of his dog, Maisie.

Seeing Will in person for the first time in literal years had been… interesting. And Mike, now being an adult with a fully formed frontal lobe, had been so, so incredibly normal about his high school ex-boyfriend, who had somehow gotten even more fucking beautiful over the past several years and who somehow still had a way of making Mike’s heart skip a beat and the butterflies in his stomach go absolutely wild. 

Most surprisingly, being around Will had felt… normal. It’d been a little bit awkward at first, like neither one of them knew what to say to each other, but as much as Mike knew that he wanted to just bury their messy past and actually try to be friends, he could tell Will wanted to do the same.

So, that’s exactly what they did. You know… because they’re two adults, with full-time jobs and 401k’s and fully formed frontal lobes, who most definitely are unconcerned about their two-year long high school romance. Whatever romance they’d had when they were kids was long gone—a fond little relic of the past that they, as adults, could now look back on and smile about.

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…

…

(Or… at least that’s what Mike will tell anyone who asks.)

“Why’re you up already?” Will mumbles, and Mike flinches, startled out of his thoughts. To his surprise, his… best friend? ex-boyfriend? current fling? is awake now, blinking sleepily and looking at Mike with half-lidded eyes. 

“I dunno,” Mike admits, rolling over so he and Will are face to face now. “I’m usually up this early for school, so I guess I’m just used to it.”

Will narrows his eyes, still a bit sleepy and suspicious. “It’s Sunday, isn’t it?” he says with a yawn. “You get up at… 7 am on Sundays?”

“God, no,” Mike laughs, and when Will smiles back at him, Mike’s stupid stomach does a little somersault. “I don’t know. I haven’t been up for very long.”

Mike pauses, then he gives Will a curious look. “Why are you up?” he asks suspiciously. “Wouldn’t it be like… sometime in the afternoon where you live? I figured you’d be all jet-lagged and shit.”

“I came right from the airport to dinner yesterday,” Will says, yawning once more. He shifts a bit closer to Mike now, so their lips are barely inches apart, and Mike’s breath catches. “Must’ve been too tired to get jet-lagged.”

“You can go back to sleep if you want to,” Mike suggests, his voice quiet. “I… I doubt my parents will come knocking on my door, so if you’re still tired, you can—”

He never gets to finish his sentence, because oh.

Oh, okay.

It’s early in the morning. The sun is shining. And Will Byers is kissing him.

Will Byers is kissing him.

Will Byers is kissing him.

…

Again.

“I’m okay,” Will murmurs, his voice low. “I’d rather just… stay up with you. If that’s okay.”

There’s a look in his eyes that makes Mike’s breath catch again, and Mike can’t help the smile that forms on his face. “Yeah… yeah, of course, it’s okay, Will,” he whispers, reaching up to cup Will’s cheek gently. “Whatever you want.”

A slow smile forms on Will’s face, and he leans close, kissing Mike soft and sweet. “I just want you,” he whispers back. “That’s all I’ve ever wanted.”

For a moment, the two of them are eighteen again. For a moment, they have their entire lives ahead of them, and the world is their oyster. For a moment, neither Mike nor Will knows anything about the world, but they do know one thing. 

I want to spend forever with you.

“Me too,” Mike murmurs, and he gently runs his thumb across Will’s cheek. “Me too, Will.”

And after another shared smile, Mike closes the gap between them.

When this moment is over, they’ll go back to being twenty-five again. When this moment is over, they’ll be forced to remember the fact that they have their own lives—lives which have long since been separate from each other. When this moment is over, both Will and Mike will have to return to their own worlds, where “forever” with each other simply isn’t an option and hasn’t been in years.

But for right now, it’s just the two of them.

Mike and Will.

Will and Mike.

The way it always has been.

[welcometololaland]

Is it talking about "Love Game" hours? (When is it not, lbr)

What was a scene that you initially planned that didn't make it into the fic? If there isn't one, you have free reign to add a scene somewhere: what is it and where?

You should know I am here at any and all hours of the day to devolve into love game stupidity 💀

MANY scenes didn't make it into the fic! My god I spiralled so much writing this but then I couldn't fit a lot of the content in between all of the matches. I can't exactly remember all of them but off the top of my head:

I intended to write the full phone call between TK and Owen relating to TK's relationship with Carlos in ch 6, but it didn't work because it was Carlos POV and I simply didn't have the word count.

Speaking of chapter 6, I wanted to write in more cute Paris sightseeing featuring Tarlos in love and a scene involving cheese but then I remembered I know nothing about cheese.

I wanted to write more flirty texts and phone calls into chapter 5 (while they were apart between AO and RG) including a sleepy TK scene on the phone telling Carlos how amazing he is and then spiralling over it the next day (word count had to be saved for Carlos vs. TK).

Chapter 3 had a note in the outline saying: "time to write an essay on the best restaurants in Melbourne, Australia". Obviously we did not have time for that but I did my best.

I originally planned to write more GQ type interviews/social media clips, because they were approached by USTA to do more promotions after Wimbeldon. This included rapid fire question/answer videos about each other (like "how much does Carlos Reyes know about Tarlos"). Still devastated I did not do that.

I'm still salty I didn't get more Marjan in there - her character genuinely intruiged me and I would have liked to write more of her.

Another fun fact is that Carlos winning Wimbledon singles was never in my original outline, but I decided to add it because I felt that Carlos genuinely dominated most of the first half of his season and more importantly, he deserved an arc of his own where he succeeded. This is a TK redemption fic, but I didnt want to relegate Carlos to emotional support only. He had his own victory, separate from his 'coming out' arc, and that was important to me. I think Carlos is much more secure in his identity outside tennis (as compared to TK), and I think that's why he doesn't see tennis as the be all and end all of his life, but that doesn't mean he isn't an absolute weapon on the court.

Again, thank you so much for enabling me. I love that people got so invested in this fic 😭

[desiredivine]

Just venting a little. Feel free to scroll by <3

I’ve been feeling so lost for the past few days. I can’t wait for things to feel normal again. A few days ago my husband and I had a miscarriage at 3 months/13 weeks. I had been trying to keep myself distracted by continuing to plan the easter event that was supposed to be held at my house. But now that’s not going as planned and I feel like I don’t have control over anything. I just want things to go my way lol. I didn’t have control over my situation and I couldn’t manage to get the first event held at my new house to go as I wanted.

I had already been having complications with this pregnancy for a month but every ultrasound showed the baby doing perfectly fine. I was basically on bed rest, so with two toddlers the house has gotten a bit out of hand. My husband had been picking up a good amount of my slack, thank God. But straightening up here and then while having two toddlers doesn’t get the house how I normally managed to keep it. Given the complications, having a miscarriage wasn’t completely unexpected but it was still unexpected and unfortunate. I trust God but I’m mad at this situation. I hate not knowing why this had to happen to us. I feel like I don’t know what I’m meant to do with myself right now. Getting the house back in order and some self care will help but man grief is really grief-ing right now😂😩 I’m coping pretty fine though, I think I just need a break from responsibilities.

Some things I’ll do to help with the healing process:

A yoni steam to help cleanse my uterus and help heal my reproductive system, ease cramps, release tension and stress

Meditation and breath work

Getting a full body massage

A facial

Mani/ Pedi

Spending time outside for fresh air and Vitamin D from the sun

Having family and friends helps with cleaning my house/chores. I don’t have to go through this alone when I have so much support. They were going to do this after the baby was born anyway <3

Continuing to open up with my husband so that neither of us have bottled up emotions

Deactivating all of my social media (except tumblr of course). I actually did this already.

Clean eating so that my body doesn’t get sluggish. I’ve been comfort eating so far and it feel it weighing me down. Fresh fruits and veggies are must right now to help my body replenish nutrients. Plus drinking plenty of water.

Journaling

To-Do lists

Getting me and my daughter’s hair done at a salon. In protective styles so that I don’t have to worry about our natural hair for a few weeks

Retail Therapy <3

Putting more focus into fun activities for my kids. Their happiness makes me happy

Most importantly feeling anything that I need to feel when I need to feel it. I’ve never been the type to hide my emotions because of where I am or who is around. I’m human and I go through things. Denying myself of my feelings and bottling up my emotions isn’t good for my mental health. I think this is why my husband and I have always had good communication/understanding. And why I’ve been able to cope well so far.

I’m sure I’ll come up with more along the way but this is what I can think to do for now.

[mtnkat3]

11.49am. Ok my loves...... I feel like you..... need me to say this as much as I need to say it.

There is a difference between art & pornography.

There is nothing ugly about the human form either.

But being as I'm very much a Christian woman I'm not one to overtly flaunt myself. Won't change that much with weightloss either.

I will were classy, sexy, & some things that maybe I wouldn't otherwise when I'm with you..... because. I am with you.....

But this trend to were sheer clothing & be basically naked but.. "bedazzled."

No.

I have lost all respect for actors or anyone with public influence that does such. Period.

We are not in the Garden.

Therefore we are instructed to cover ourselves.

But. Yes I'd wear bikinis. With you.....

I guess my issue with pornography is things that go with it inherently.

Ie, the damage to the sex workers psyches, sex slavery, human trafficking, child abuse, sexual exploitation of people & families & what happens to them. If they survive it.

These are not even about the diseases, pregnancies & the damaged children of the world that are used to create pornography.

Yes I am very much in love with my soul's precious beloved loves & mates.....

So the ones I like are about that.

I actually don't look at a bunch of others anymore. A few friends that I check on but I don't look at my homepage anymore. [Mobile app.]

I am focused only on my loves..... on here. Period.

I guess you could say that I looked at a bunch of different stuff when I looked at this site back 2015, before I even started being "active."

But quickly tired of porn.

Doesn't take long to notice it's the same people & that just makes me sad.

But importantly to me, that shows the lack of connection between the people involved.

I personally have lived like a nun. I would continue to for God if that is His Plan for me.

But.

I do not believe that God Created me to be such. He made me to love abundantly as I'm an extremely sensitive, sapio sensual & sexual woman.

My self, my nudity, all of these things...

For my loves.....only.

If I ever share a picture of myself here, it will be with my loves.....blessings. no other way.

I'm not a model, even though I've done a few things. I'm not ugly.

As long as my loves find me beautiful.....

Blushing beet red bowing head covering my face with my paws.

I will never be into porn & "slam, bam, thank you ma'am." Hookups & all that crude nonsense.

So those who want that behavior,

go elsewhere.

I find the human form a miracle & beautiful in how God Created us.

I do not however wanna have to see twerking in my face ever again. Bad memories.

But being healthy & doing a split & belly dancing for my loves.....

Oh heck yes!!!!!

Being connected with my soul's loves.....

That is swoon worthy, let me melt into a puddle of kat goo at your feet.....

Pornography is a desensitization of the human form & its beauty & causes more suffering than it is to enjoy. It's evil using human beings desires to control them. It is another from of zombie media control.

I personally have pulled back from all of it but for my loves..... I haven't read any erotica in a year.

[This is the only social media I'm on other than contact with family & lifelong friends. ]

Why? My mind is a movie reel. I see the beauty of the future with my loves..... & there ain't anything in this universe more sexy to me than that!!

You my loves.....

Are the beez honey swimming pool to me!!!!!

I'll kick poohbear out & never come out of your pool of love ever again!!!!!

So yes, I enjoy art that celebrates the beauty of the human form.

I grimace at pornography & tend to stay away from it but for my loves thoughts & feelings about it all.

& I'm absolutely freaking appalled by amazon's new commercial. I'm about to put them on my boycott list.

Blushing beet red, bowing my head, chewing my lips.

My thoughts on art vs pornography.

Hopefully I am clear & make sense.

Chewing lips shyly.

Always,

Yours.....

~Tijgeress kat Phoenix.🌺✝️☸⚓⛓🔗🙏🤲👣🐾🐯���🐢🐛🐐🌱🌟🗝🔱⚜💝🐻🦌🐺🧩♠️♾🧭🕯🕯🕯🕯🕯

Fr.3.24.2023 12.59pm.est.

[shaky09]

Digital World: Embrace Continuous Learning in the Ever-evolving technology

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Good day, Smart Heads! It's me again.

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As a future teacher, how will you become a digital citizen?

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In today's generation being a digital citizen is very important especially for us, as future teachers. So, in this blog we will explore how to become a digital citizen but before that, let's know first what digital citizenship is.

When we say digital citizenship, it's just not only about understanding the key concepts but requires a responsible and ethical use of technology.

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As a future teacher, in order for me to become a digital citizen, I need to educate first myself with the different trends especially right now because we are more advance now in technology compare it before. By being always updated and informed with the evolving technologies and familiarizing the different applications and social media platforms. If I will not immerse myself to learn about all those things, I will not be able to show a good behavior to my students. So, I need to start first to myself so that I may be able to teach to my future students the right thing to do. I can be a role model to my students by showing them a good example on how to use technology properly. Like for example, think before I click it means that I need to ensure that the things I share on social are reliable and valid and it cannot affect other people. Another example is, I need to only use social media for educational purposes, avoid cyber bullying, harassment, and hacking and most importantly, don't exposed too much myself on social media instead, use this effectively and responsibly. It is also important to encourage my future students and emphasize the importance of digital literacy because in this way they may become conscious with their actions when it comes to the ethical use of technology. And also the respect for one another when interacting on social media for them to be treated and feel safe/secure.

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In order for me to achieve these practices, I will integrate this to my teaching. Like for example, I will give activities and discussion through the use of different applications and evolving technologies such as Quizlet, Kahoot, and also using videos while discussing to capture their attention and for them to really engage with the teaching and learning process. Encourage and give them opportunities to use this in their learning for them to prepare for more digital world.

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There is a continuous learning in my part so that I may be able to develop not only personally but also professionally especially I will be handling Gen Alpha and we cannot deny the fact that they will be more advance in technology. So, it is my responsibility to keep informed and not outdated with the different things happening around us so that I may be able to apply it in the learning environment.

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"Technology can become the "wings" that will allow the educational world to fly farther and faster than ever before - if we allow it". -Jenny Arledge

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Thank you for spending your time reading this. I hope you enjoy it!😊

God bless you and have a good day ahead!🌷

Caritas Christi Urget Nos!

[seoagencykochinew]

Best Digital Marketing Agency in Kerala: Igniting Your Online Presence

In today’s fast-paced digital age, where everyone and their grandma is online, businesses have no choice but to jump on the digital marketing bandwagon. But let’s be real here — just having a website or tossing out a few social media posts isn’t enough to stand out. If you’re looking to make a real splash, you need something extra. You need creativity, strategy, consistency, and most importantly, a top-notch digital marketing partner. So, where do you find that? Right here in Kerala! Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or an established business looking to scale up, discovering the best digital marketing agency in Kerala could very well be the key to your success.

But what makes a digital marketing agency the best? Is it their creativity? Their ability to adapt? Or maybe it’s just sheer luck? Spoiler alert: It’s a combo of all that and a whole lot more. Let’s dive in and uncover what sets the top agencies apart, and why choosing the best digital marketing agency in Kerala might just be the smartest decision you’ll make this year.

What Exactly is a Digital Marketing Agency?

Before we dive into the nitty-gritty of what makes an agency the best, let’s take a moment to clarify what a digital marketing agency actually does. You might be thinking, “Oh, it’s just ads on Facebook and Google, right?” Well, not quite. There’s a lot more behind the curtain.

Digital marketing agencies specialize in promoting your business across various online platforms — search engines, social media, websites, and email, to name a few. Their goal? To attract, engage, and convert customers for you using a mix of digital tools and strategies. From building your brand’s online presence to ensuring you’re ranking high on Google searches, these agencies do it all.

Here’s a glimpse of the services most digital marketing agencies offer:

Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Tweaking your website so it ranks higher on search engines. Because if you’re not on page one, do you even exist?

Pay-Per-Click Advertising (PPC): Running ads that only charge you when someone clicks. Talk about getting what you pay for!

Social Media Management: Managing your social platforms to engage with your audience (and not just by posting cat memes, although that could help).

Content Marketing: Creating blogs, videos, infographics, etc., that speak directly to your audience’s interests and needs.

Email Marketing: Sending targeted emails to nurture leads and keep customers coming back.

Web Design and Development: Crafting a website that’s as functional as it is fabulous.

And that’s just scratching the surface. A full-service digital marketing agency has a finger in every digital pie — meaning they know how to get your brand noticed by the right people at the right time.

Why Kerala is a Hotspot for Digital Marketing

So, why Kerala? Why not Delhi or Mumbai or even Bengaluru, which are more synonymous with the tech scene? Well, Kerala’s digital marketing landscape is booming, thanks to a mix of talent, creativity, and innovation. The “God’s Own Country” might be known for its backwaters and spices, but it’s also becoming a powerhouse in the digital marketing world.

Here are a few reasons why Kerala is turning heads in the digital sphere:

1. Creative Minds Galore

Kerala is home to some of the most creative minds in the country. The state’s strong focus on education and innovation has produced a pool of talent that’s both technically savvy and creatively inclined. This means digital marketing agencies here can offer out-of-the-box ideas that truly stand out.

2. Cost-Effective Solutions

Compared to cities like Mumbai and Delhi, the cost of services in Kerala is relatively lower. But lower costs don’t mean lower quality. In fact, agencies in Kerala often offer exceptional services at more affordable rates, making it an attractive option for businesses looking to get the best bang for their buck.

3. Tech-Savvy Workforce

Kerala has always been ahead of the curve when it comes to tech adoption. With a young, dynamic, and tech-savvy workforce, digital marketing agencies in the state are equipped to handle the latest trends and tools in the industry.

4. A Growing Digital Ecosystem

Kerala’s startup scene is flourishing, and with that comes a growing demand for digital marketing. As more businesses pop up, the need for professional digital marketing services grows, leading to a competitive and innovative environment.

What Sets the Best Digital Marketing Agency in Kerala Apart?

There are hundreds of digital marketing agencies out there, so how do you pick the one that’s going to deliver results? Let’s break down what separates the best from the rest:

1. Strategy, Strategy, Strategy

Anyone can throw up a few ads on Google, but not everyone can craft a comprehensive digital marketing strategy that aligns with your business goals. The best digital marketing agencies in Kerala take the time to understand your business inside and out. They ask questions. Lots of them. They want to know who your customers are, what their pain points are, and how your product or service can solve those issues. Then, they build a strategy that speaks directly to those needs.

2. Results-Driven Approach

It’s all about the numbers, baby! The best agencies don’t just talk the talk — they walk the walk. They track everything, from website traffic to conversion rates to return on investment (ROI). And if something’s not working? They pivot. There’s no “set it and forget it” here. The best agencies are always testing, tweaking, and optimizing to make sure you’re getting the most out of your digital marketing budget.

3. A Team of Specialists

No one’s a jack-of-all-trades anymore. The best digital marketing agencies have a team of specialists, each with their own area of expertise. You’ve got your SEO wizards, your content creators, your PPC experts, and your social media mavens all working together to bring your vision to life.

4. Transparent Communication

Ever worked with an agency that just goes radio silent for weeks on end? Not fun, right? The best digital marketing agency in Kerala won’t leave you hanging. They’re big on communication, providing regular updates, reports, and insights. If something isn’t clear, they take the time to explain it — no jargon, just plain English.

5. Creativity with a Capital C

In a world where consumers are bombarded with ads, creativity is your best weapon. The best digital marketing agencies in Kerala don’t just follow trends — they set them. They push the envelope, think outside the box, and come up with campaigns that not only grab attention but also resonate with your target audience.

Success Stories: The Proof is in the Pudding

Now, let’s talk results. The best way to judge a digital marketing agency is by looking at what they’ve achieved for other clients. Here are some success stories from the best digital marketing agency in Kerala:

Case Study 1: E-Commerce Growth Hack

An e-commerce client came to the agency struggling to drive traffic and sales. The agency implemented a multi-channel approach that included SEO, PPC, and email marketing. Within six months, the client saw a 200% increase in website traffic and a 150% boost in sales. Not too shabby, right?

Case Study 2: Local Business Goes Global

A local business wanted to expand its reach internationally. The agency crafted a strategy that involved international SEO and targeted social media ads. Within a year, the business was shipping products to over 10 countries and saw a 300% increase in revenue.

Case Study 3: From Social Media Zero to Hero

A startup was struggling to gain traction on social media. The agency took over their social accounts, created a content calendar, and ran a series of targeted ads. Within three months, the startup’s follower count skyrocketed, and engagement rates went through the roof.

FAQs: Your Burning Questions Answered

Q: How do I know if a digital marketing agency is right for my business?

A: Look at their past work, client reviews, and ask for a consultation. A good agency will be transparent about their process and results.

Q: How long does it take to see results from digital marketing?

A: It varies! SEO can take a few months to show results, while PPC and social media ads can drive traffic almost immediately.

Q: What should I expect to pay for digital marketing services?

A: Pricing depends on the scope of work and the agency’s experience. Always ask for a detailed proposal before committing.

The Best Digital Marketing Agency in Kerala — Your Growth Partner

At the end of the day, choosing the best digital marketing agency in Kerala comes down to finding a partner who understands your goals, has a proven track record, and is committed to driving results. The digital landscape is constantly evolving, and having a team that’s creative, strategic, and results-oriented is key to staying ahead of the curve.

Whether you’re looking to dominate search engines, create viral social media campaigns, or boost your online sales, the best digital marketing agency in Kerala has the skills, expertise, and passion to help you achieve your goals. So, why wait? Your business deserves the best, and the best digital marketing agency in Kerala is ready to take you to the next level!

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I dug my nails into his back as if I was holding on for dear life. I do not remember holding onto a man so tight…ever before. It had been two months of fighting and not seeing each other so when he surprised me by saying he was ten minutes away…I did not know how I would feel. Upon his arrival, I clung to him…like I was clinging to a life boat. Wherever he was going, I was coming with him. He wasn’t leaving without me. We are one. He and I were one. It took me seven years to figure this all out…and really the biggest revelations occurred in the last three weeks. It’s like I had lost my mind. Cursing him out more and more…even when not provoked. Then came the day when I told him he was free to leave. During that time, I met the handsome stranger on my flight back from Vegas and my first love, Julio, made a plea for my heart (and my eggs?) again! That’s when it finally dawned on me where the tears and frustration were coming from…EGO. I’m embarrassed because I’m choosing the life I live. A woman as strong as myself should get everything she wants…exactly how she wants! And here I was choosing to settle for less! Well that’s one way to look at it…that’s the ego version. Then another version emerged as I clung to him…the humbled version…and I thank God for giving us this moment! ?? He held me for hours and it was then that it occurred to me that…this man that had tried to break me (unbeknownst to him)…was most likely the love of my life and I was choosing him! REVELATION 1! I am choosing him and I don’t want to live a day without him! REVELATION 2! I too had tried to break him down! That’s right….I’m not innocent! ? When a Jamaican woman says she’s been “dipping under” somebody…that means she’s cuss that person out so bad she even took the time to curse past and future generations! ? Yet as I dip under the Ex Factor…he never loses his cool. And I am no easy storm! Let me repeat that one again…I AM NO EASY STORM! ?? Breathe Kingston…breathe because we are onto one of the greatest revelations of our lives. I am choosing the Ex Factor! Everyday I choose him…for better or for worse! We have just been knee deep in the worse! REVELATION 3! More importantly, I reminded myself that I am still in charge of my own happiness! ?? So why am I making myself sad on days where no sadness needs to exist?! Perhaps it’s because I’m punishing myself for choosing him instead of moving on to someone better. But what makes another man better? His resume? His treatment of me? His ability to commit? What most women won’t say is that many of us were forced to leave our situations because the men moved on first or because we could no longer take the embarrassment of things not being picture perfect! Many of us would have sat there and stayed if the winds of time did not force change! Even the strongest woman puts up with bullshit whether she admits it or not! Humans are flawed by definition! So even the strongest woman will admit that she AND her mate are flawed. ?? Now I know you are rolling your eyes at me right now but hear me out. I’m definitely not saying stay where you are unhappy and settle…I am actually asking you to consider what is making you unhappy? Is it because you don’t have what your friends and people on Facebook portray? Cause everyone has battles! And no they are not all uploaded on social media! Did you catch the “Black Love Documentary” on OWN? It was inspirational and groundbreaking! Married couples discussing what it took to get where they are while dealing with anything from affairs to deaths of children! Sweet baby Jesus! I cannot even imagine it! Most folks will say that those people are married so they should be in it for the births and tragedies! But if the current divorce rate says much…it says that a large amount of people do not believe that! Marriage is a huge commitment but it’s a falsity to think that your ability to withstand storms is only born in your marriage! But I digress…back to what I learned as a Single woman. SEE www.kingstonjaelmichaels.com for the rest of my blog.