#some website must have gotten compromised

[idreamofticklehugs]

EMERGENCY

This user is in drastic need of soft cuddles and tickles. Energy levels at all time low; not sustainable

[babbybones]

still trying to flesh out rules for the oekaki and i've gotten to a point where i'm not sure how to handle a certain specific situation, but i'd rather be proactive about it than have to amend the rules later in response to Problems. there's no guarantee that any of this will even come up or that there would be enough users for this amount of consideration to be necessary, but i want to put some thought into it regardless

so i already have a rule about proship/profiction content (it's not allowed at all) but i'm not sure what i should do in cases where the characters in a pairing aren't canonically confirmed to be related, but are often headcanoned as such. so characters like sans and gaster, spamton and (canon) addisons, sweet cap'n cakes (and of course i think some people feel more strongly about some of these than others and/or find that there's a stronger argument for some of these characters being related than others)

i think some people would find it unfair and unreasonable if i outright disallowed these ships. but if i don't say anything about it and implicitly allow them, and someone ends up drawing one of those ships, i think some people would be uncomfortable enough for it to be a dealbreaker for them. so these are my options:

say nothing and hope it never becomes an issue (not realistic... i must say something)

specifically allow these ships, but mandate that they be marked as "adult" and given a content warning so you have to click through to see them (i think this is a good compromise, but people might see this rule and interpret it as my Own Personal Enthusiastic Endorsement of all of these ships. and other people might still think it's too strict)

just ban them (this will make some people mad at me and i think it's a weird solution too. with spamton & the addisons in particular, there is really nothing suggesting that they're related other than their shared species) (but if i single out and ban the other ships people might find it arbitrary and unreasonable) (arrggghhhh!!!!!!!)

again i really do think the oekaki wouldn't get enough traffic for any of this to really matter, but i want to be prepared for any outcome. like i don't want to just Not have rules and have some weirdo come in and be weird, or have to watch people have a slap fight on my lawn. in any case, this is a Website that Anyone Can Sign Up For and not an exclusive club, so i want as many people to feel welcome as possible

(also the oekaki doesn't have tagging + tag filtering and that would be extremely complicated for me to implement so it's not an option. "Mark as Adult" is all i've got)

i don't even care about shipping very much so thinking about all this just makes me feel like

[grambini]

"Clinic Memoirs" - a short story (part 2)

"What do you think I should do about these pages? They're clearly ripped out. This has to be something like withholding information or something with a protocol built up against it, right?" Cooper lightly tapped her fingers in staccato on her mentor's desk, papers placed haphazardly in front of her. At this comment, her mentor abruptly stopped typing at her computer and slowly swiveled her chair to face her.

"I would recommend you not bring those up." She said flatly and calmly clasping her hands together.

"Why? What if these pages are holding some kind of information that is detrimental to his treatment?" She retorted before quickly fixing her tone. "I mean, what if these ripped pages have some kind of information compromising the operations, or even the entire base?"

"I doubt it's anything like that. A mercenary wouldn't compromise their piggy bank, especially one that he's getting from working with us." Her mentor quipped and then swiveled back around and resumed typing.

If it wasn't such a big deal, then why had her mentor acted like that? There wasn't much that could phase Dr. Babcock, especially not some mercenary. She dealt with mean scary big men all the time. Some she couldn't even put a face to. The men of the 141 were no small matter and could get quite vicious if pushed. Yet she always held her ground. Sighing she leaned back in her chair and wondered what was so different about this measly mercenary? What about him had broken the resilient shell of her mentor and caused her to stiffen up at the mention of torn journal notes?

Now face first into Kevlar, she had some inkling of an answer to some of her earlier questions. The height alone had caught her off guard. Seeing 6'5" written on a dossier compared to experiencing it in real life had stark differences. She could practically feel his overwhelming presence as she unstuck her nose from his vest and craned her neck towards the ceiling. What she saw for a face was even more shocking.

A face, if you could even call it that. She thought by now she would have gotten used to seeing men with masks, especially the ones who liked to be extra in wearing skull masks. However, none could have prepared her for this kind of mask. It didn't look like one someone could buy from the store or off some sketchy online website, nope this mask looked real. Like it had once been a living, breathing person, brutally killed, skull smashed so only the front upper half remained. It looked to be decaying and cracked, with pieces missing and degradation starting to happen in areas. The only artificial aspect of the skull seemed to be its black color and runes roughly etched into the material. Oddly enough, the mask wasn't the most unsettling part. It was the two empty pale green eyes staring down at her. Heavy lids slightly downturned accompanied by deep creases from many sleepless nights whose color was concealed with a layer of black grease paint making the green even more stark. Everything else from the top of his head to his boots was covered in dark dull tones making it unclear as to what he looked like underneath.

"You must be the new shrink." A deep and gravelly tone broke her analysis. The words were slow and drawn out sounding like much thought went into each syllable.

All she could do was stare up at where the voice had originated from. Still in shock, she numbly nodded her head and took a giant stride back towards the desk. He easily matched the distance in a short step.

"I wasn't expecting you to come," she stated trying to hide the torpor in her voice that his man's very existence caused. "I mean, I am glad that you did decide to come. It's just-" Her mind finally came back to her and she shut it before sounding even more unprofessional. "Please, take a seat and we shall begin." She said before stiffly back into her seat and placing her bag back on the ground beside her.

A slight exhale sounded from where she expected his mouth to be underneath his mask as he shifted into one of the seats across from her, knees nearly touching the edge of the top of the desk.

"From now on I will be in charge of assessing you. My name is Reese Cooper." At this, she slightly stood and extended her hand towards him. He didn't have to shift much forward to be able to grab her hand in his, totally engulfing her hand into his gloved one.

"Let's see, where to begin," she quickly unzipped her bag and took out the thin stack of papers. "I guess we'll just start with some basic diagnostic questions. How are you feeling?"

"Fine."

"Anything you want to talk about that happened on your last operation?"

"No." A short quick answer again. How was she supposed to get anything out of this guy when he hadn't even spoken in a full sentence to her yet?

She sighed and leaned back into her chair, the leather squeaking softly at the pressure. "Very well, let's just skip the diagnostics and go right into your journal. Got it on you?"

Without a word, he simply reached into one of the many pockets on his vest pulled out an orange field journal, and placed it on the desk before her. She tried not to seem too eager as she swiped it off no sooner than he had placed it.

Each entry was dated with when it was written and how far along into the operation the entry had taken place. The letters matched up with the photocopied papers in the file with their abrupt and short strokes. Much like the copies, there were traces of pen scribbling out words or entire sentences. She continued to flip through dedicated to not giving a face whenever the offensive drawings directed towards her mentor appeared or when a page was clearly torn out.

"Seems like this one ran a little long, huh?" She looked up for a split second only to realize that his eyes were boring into her. Her gaze swiftly shifted back down.

"Seems so."

Her face scrunched in a tad of annoyance. This man was either very stubborn or he was just really dry. This wasn't going to move anywhere if he didn't start talking... or maybe she just wasn't asking the right questions. "I would recommend you not bring those up." Her mentor's voice sounded in her head. Screw it. If she was going to be able to get her license and deal with difficult clients, now would be the perfect opportunity to practice.

"Why are some of the pages ripped out, Mr. Torvik?" A feeling of unease filled the small office space. She took a dare, looked up, and froze. His gaze had shifted into something dark and was fixated on her even more than before.

"Made too many mistakes." His voice sounded a tad lower.

"Are you hiding something from us, Mr. Torvik?" She pressed. Maybe pushing his buttons would get him to open up about something. Anything! She was beginning to become desperate.

She watched as his eyes narrowed and he sank lower into his chair, spreading his knees apart and folding his arms.

"Your fellow shrink asked me the same question. 'Don't know why you two are so hellbent on finding out where those papers went."

"It's because we need to know if they held classified information," she said as her voice was a pitch sharp. "It's as simple as that."

"I used it to shit. Simple as that." He spat back at her.

Her eyes went wide, her face reddened slightly. Her mouth parted slightly at his remark. This was going to be a difficult case. Especially with this kind of answer. There was no way she was going to ask him to prove it, especially since the suppressed glint in his eye seemed to almost dare her to do just that. She would have to think of some other way to get him to talk. She needed to do more homework on this man that went beyond blindly searching through a thin stack of empty information papers.

"That should be enough for today's session... I will see you next week Mr.-" Before she could even finish his name the chair he sat in slightly tipped back at his quick escape out the door, barely making a sound despite his large frame. Puffing out a breath she once again gathered her things stopping when her eyes caught the presence of the orange journal forgotten on her desk. Could she find more clues with this?

[lakemacquariefencing]

10 Characteristics Of A Reputable Fencing Contractor

Fences can be a great addition to any home or business, providing a sense of security while also adding aesthetic value. When it comes time to decide on a fencing contractor, it is important to find one with the right combination of skills and experience to ensure that your fencing Newcastle is properly installed and maintained. 

Here are some characteristics of a reputable fencing contractor you should look out for:

Experience

A reputable fencing contractor should have extensive experience in the industry, including knowledge of the various types of materials available, installation techniques and methods, and maintenance protocols. This experience should also extend to being able to suggest creative solutions for any unforeseen challenges that may arise during construction.

Communication Skills

A good contractor should be able to communicate effectively with clients to understand their needs and make sure they are getting exactly what they want from their fence installation project. This means having the ability to listen carefully, answer questions clearly, and explain complex concepts in easy-to-understand terms.

Professionalism

A reputable fencing contractor should conduct themselves professionally both in person and over the phone or other digital mediums used for communication such as email or text messaging. This includes making sure all customer inquiries are answered promptly and thoroughly as well as maintaining an appropriate level of professionalism every step of the way throughout the entire process.

Safety First

Fencing projects involve potentially hazardous tools and materials, so safety must always be the top priority when working with a qualified contractor. Make sure that your chosen contractor has all relevant certifications such as OSHA training or other related qualifications to guarantee safe practices are being met throughout your project. 

Knowledgeable Team Members

Reputable contractors will have a team who is not only certified but also highly knowledgeable about all aspects of fencing construction - from installing posts in rocky soil conditions to matching colours properly across different materials - ensuring a quality finish on all jobs regardless of size or complexity. 

Quality Materials

A credible fencing contractor will use only quality materials from trusted suppliers when completing any project; this includes everything from wood planks and screws for residential fences to heavy-duty aluminium posts for commercial installations – helping ensure an aesthetically pleasing result that can stand up against the elements for years to come. 

Reputation & Reviews

A reliable fence installer will have built up a strong reputation amongst its customers due to reviews found on websites like Angie's List or Yelp! Take some time to research various companies' reviews before making your final choice; this way you can get an insight into how past customers felt about their experiences, giving you added peace of mind when signing the contract with your chosen contractor. 

Insurance & Warranty Coverage

Reputable contractors should carry insurance coverage which provides additional protection in case something goes wrong during work; some may even offer warranty coverage after completion if requested by you - so make sure you understand what kind of coverage each company offers before settling on one particular provider.  

Competitive Pricing

While price shouldn't be the only factor considered when choosing a fence installer, they must offer competitive rates without compromising on quality or service; after all, no one wants to overpay for something they could've gotten elsewhere at a better cost.  

Timely Completion

Timely completion is essential for any project; therefore your chosen fencing contractor must be able to meet agreed-upon deadlines without sacrificing quality workmanship along the way.  

In conclusion, finding a reputable fencing contractor ensures that you get an aesthetically pleasing fence completed correctly while avoiding costly mistakes down the line due to a lack of knowledge or negligence by inexperienced workers - guaranteeing complete satisfaction with your finished product every time! With these 10 characteristics in mind, take some time researching potential installers before making your final decision – ensuring the best results possible for years to come!

If you have questions or need more information about the topic discussed here, please get in touch with a service provider for professional advice.

[medisupplements]

Rise-up paddle boarding is a well-liked exercise that mixes the enjoyment of browsing with the tranquility of canoeing. It is an extremely rewarding sport, and with observation, you possibly can rapidly get comfy in all kinds of various circumstances. However earlier before you leap into the water, it is vital to be sure you're as protected as potential while you paddleboard, each for yourself and the people around you. Despite the fact that stand-up paddleboarding is usually thought about as a protected sport, virtually something, together with water, can develop into very harmful when you do not have a protected observation. It's essential to have a safety strategy to keep away from all possible risks. 5 Important Stand-Up Paddle Board Safety Tips To know extra about paddleboarding, you possibly can examine Maddle's SUPs. Aside from that, listed below are some suggestions you could contemplate in your security. Don't compromise your safety at any time. 1. Location is important It's a calm physique of water and the safety ranges are very completely different. It's essential to know the ability degree and generic capabilities on the SUP board so you possibly can take solely what you possibly can deal with. It's essential to contemplate 4 primary considerations: waves, wind, water, and climate. New-age visitors are higher suited to the sheltered location to expertise much less wind and waves. That being stated, if you're extra skilled, you possibly can look out over the ocean comprising of varied obstacles similar to pure hazards and energy boards similar to sturdy currents and sharp rocks. If you find yourself sincere with yourself, you possibly can higher handle your talents by choosing to arise paddle boarding. 2. Make use of the leash A leash is a security mechanism designed to make sure that you keep linked to the board all through your journey. While you put on an ankle strap, the fee retains you very shut regardless of being bodily aside. The leash is important when tackling the surf areas and within the open sea. However, you may also get on board in calm circumstances. Even when there have been no forecasts, there could also be the wind that may trigger the separation of the rider and the board and falls. When there's a leash, you'll have the required safety. 3. Chances are you'll put on a life jacket or floating device Chances are you'll be a robust swimmer, however, while you get into a precarious situation along with your SUP board, you must contemplate sporting a life jacket. You've gotten nice layouts to select from, and several others will be designed for SUP boarding. Nevertheless, it will assist in case you had been cautious when selecting the one that may be a bit tough to get again on the board. If in case you have a private flotation machine, it could be useful to add gear and wind as much as discover a calm situation. Try expert paddleboarding along with your good friend. With that approach, you possibly can beat the problem ranges progressively. It is extra enjoyable. And while you resolve to maneuver on for a solo journey, you possibly can let the opposite individuals know when and while you need to come again. It's also possible to take a look at the most recent paddle-boarding cellular apps. These apps give you one of the best safety features to maintain you protected. It's also possible to take the required pointers from a knowledgeable who may help you get one of the best instances out of your paddleboard. 4. Examine the most recent climate and water conditions It's important to know the possible winds and waves earlier than going out. You possibly can examine different paddle boarders, particularly skilled ones. Extra data will be discovered on native websites and boards. Get a fast overview of wind velocity and water circumstances; this can assist. you perceive the potential challenges it's possible you'll face. By following the following pointers and conserving them in your thoughts while paddling, you will keep protected throughout your rides.

One of the best halves is that after you develop into a professional at SUP boarding, you possibly can have extra enjoyment with much less likelihood of hazards. Keep protected! 5. Costume appropriately It's important to put on suitable clothes when paddle boarding. Spend money on a high-quality rash guard or wetsuit and put on protective clothes similar to helmets, gloves, and life jackets. Relying on the climate circumstances, you possibly can regulate your clothes accordingly. Daylight displays off the floor of the water and will increase your possibility of sunburn, so remember to use sunscreen with the next SPF. 6. Study water safety It's important to be taught the fundamentals of water security earlier than you head out to face-up paddle boarding. Study to read present and wave circumstances, in addition to different environmental components like wind and tides. All the time put on the correct becoming life jacket or a private flotation machine (PFD) when paddling in open water. Additionally, make sure that carry a whistle in case of an emergency. This may help you alert different rowers or marine vessels within the neighborhood for assistance. 7. Know your limits Regardless of how skilled you might be, it is vital to remain within your limits when paddleboarding. Don't push yourself past what you possibly can deal with, as this will put you susceptible to potential accidents or harm. In case you suppose circumstances are too difficult, it is best to remain ashore and watch for a calmer day. By understanding your bodily strengths, you can also make extra knowledgeable selections about the place and when to paddle. Observe the following pointers and revel in paddle browsing without worries! With correct preparation and security measures, it is possible for you to get essentially the most out of your rowing periods. Keep protected and have an enjoyable! It's important to take care of steadiness always. This may take time, however with the fitting focus, you possibly can grasp it. Get your paddle board and begin at this time! What are you ready for? FAQ about paddleboarding safety Q: Is it essential to put on a life jacket while paddleboarding? A: Sure, it's important to put on a life jacket or private flotation machine (PFD) when boarding a SUP. It's one of the simplest ways to make sure your security in case of any surprising scenario. Q: How can I discover about the climate and water circumstances? A: You possibly can examine with native websites or boards for prevailing wind velocity and wave circumstances. Plus, you possibly can ask skilled stand-up paddleboarders within the space for recommendations. Q: What sort of clothes ought I put on when paddleboarding? A: It is very important to put on protective clothes similar to wetsuits and rash guards designed for water sports activities. Additionally, it is a good suggestion to put on sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or larger and sun shades or hats to guard your eyes against the solar's UV rays. Q: What safety measures ought I keep in mind earlier than training paddle browsing? A: Earlier than heading out to SUP, it is vital to contemplate potential challenges similar to wind and swell. You also need to put on a life jacket or PFD and carry a whistle in case of an emergency. Additionally, it is best to remain within your limits and never push yourself past what you possibly can deal with. Following the following pointers will guarantee that you're protected whereas paddle boarding. Q: What different security measures can I take whereas paddleboarding? A: Ensure to concentrate on your environment and at all times comply with native rules. Additionally, you will need to keep alert for potential hazards or obstacles within the water. Additionally, it is best to row with a companion each time potential, as this may help if one person will get into a hassle. Lastly, be sure you are effectively rested and hydrated earlier than heading out to the paddleboard. These are all important security measures to contemplate when paddleboarding.

With the right preparation and information, you possibly can have protected and gratifying paddling expertise! Q: What sort of tools ought I deliver once I paddleboard? A: A very powerful factor is to deliver your board, life jacket, or PFD, and a whistle. Additionally, it is also a good suggestion to deliver loads of meals and water in case you get hungry or thirsty while paddleboarding. Lastly, do not forget to deliver sunscreen with the next SPF to guard your pores and skin against the solar's UV rays. By following the following pointers, you possibly can guarantee you may have every little thing you want for a gratifying day on the water. By following the following pointers, you possibly can guarantee that you're at all times ready and protected whereas paddleboarding. With correct preparation and security measures, no matter your degree of expertise, it is possible for you to get essentially the most out of your paddling periods. So, keep protected and have an enjoyable! Final Thoughts Paddleboarding is an enjoyable exercise that may present hours of enjoyment. Nevertheless, you will need to take the right security precautions earlier than getting on the SUP board. Make sure you put on a life jacket or private flotation machine (PFD) and examine the climate and water circumstances beforehand. Additionally, it is best to remain within your limits and never push yourself past what you possibly can deal with. Lastly, remember to deliver the required tools for a protected and gratifying day on the water. With correct preparation and security measures, it is possible for you to get essentially the most out of your rowing periods. So, keep protected and have an enjoyable!

[sublimegardeninternet]

Key Points to Consider for Career Development Today

Today everybody is making an attempt tough to win the race. Career development and professional control are both crucial for everyday life and development in our careers. If a person is unable to apprehend the wishes of the modern changes and modern necessities of the people, he/she cannot progress. There are various factors that we ought to hold in mind when we are going to begin our profession. Also, there are various things that must be checked even as we're progressing in our careers. Today we are able to talk approximately the extraordinary useful factors which allow you to begin a terrific career and additionally locate the right jobs and business for you.

Everyone knows that the opposition has improved and the job possibilities are not enough. You need to do all of the key points very well to face at the height. At the beginning stage, the most important issue is to recognize how you could locate the roles and then apply for them. There are numerous websites online that might be designed explicitly for this motive. You can search there and can see the required information to match your standards. All you need is to open the right Job website and career improvement platform that can offer you quite a few task opportunities in all fields and abroad jobs too.

On the other hand, when you have gotten a task and simply going to start your profession, you want to be professional and in no way overlook the key points. Always deal with your fitness, reach the office on time and coordinate with other personnel. Your sincerity and willingness to promote yourself to a better rank are sufficient in an effort to assist you positively. You can study the tales of hit businesspeople to encourage yourself, and it'll additionally help you with difficult paintings. In career counseling We advocate you be in touch with some professionals on your subject who can educate you about the imminent challenges. It will let you face all difficulties and beat them in the right manner unexpectedly.

You should realize that you are particular and no person is such as you. You are also right healthy for the process or enterprise you picked. All you want is to be sincere, realistic, and by no means compromise in your correct call. Your services are your identification and usually attempt to produce pleasant for you and your employer. Besides, you can visit a career guide employer a good way to be capable of carrying you in the direction of an exceptional career in less time. All you need to do is to keep all crucial key factors in your thoughts and by no means forget that non-stop battle is the whole lot.

[flowerfan2]

A Wonderful Christmastime

Klaine, 1600 words, A03.

Summary:   Sometimes being up in the middle of the night together is an act of love.  A moment of holiday peace for Kurt and Blaine.

Note:  This fic incorporates the first seven words of Klaine Advent 2020 (abashed (a classic fic word if ever there was one), brake, careless, dispensable, event, farm, and gray).  It also marks my sixth (non-consecutive) year of writing for Klaine Advent.

The inspiration for the story came from a conversation with @mildly-allergic-to-life  and is a gift for her - I hope you like it!   Thanks also to my wonderful beta,    @perryavenue.

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Blaine snuggles deeper into the blankets and turns over, reaching out to pull Kurt against him – it’s chilly on this December night, and he knows Kurt’s feet will be cold, but he doesn’t mind.  Sadly, his hand flops onto their soft flannel sheets without finding his husband.  Moments later, Blaine’s half-asleep brain registers the sound of Kurt’s voice through the monitor and he smiles despite the late hour.

He drags himself out of bed and steps across the narrow hall to Taylor’s room.  Kurt is lying on the floor next to her crib, singing quietly with careless grace, one hand resting gently on their baby’s back.

“Hey,” Blaine whispers.  “How long have you been in here?”

Kurt twists his head to look at Blaine.  “Most of the first act, and part of the second, but I skipped some of the songs.”  He glances at their daughter and back at Blaine.  “Legally Blonde is inspirational, but not entirely age appropriate.”

“Come to bed, you must be exhausted.”

“I can’t,” Kurt says.  “Every time I take my hand off her back she wakes up.”

“Bring her with you,” Blaine says.  Since they brought their newborn home six months ago this has been the topic of constant debate in their house, and with everyone they know, who all apparently feel qualified to share their opinion on how to get babies to sleep.  They waver back and forth between keeping her in bed with them and trying to get her to sleep on her own, and various compromises in between.  (And as they told Tina, who insisted that their very lack of routine was the problem, maybe as long as the three of them are happy and healthy she should just keep her opinions to herself.)

“You have rehearsal all day tomorrow,” Kurt says.  “You need to rest.  I can stay here, I don’t mind.”  Kurt has built himself a little nest on the floor out of a spare quilt and throw pillows, and he’s wearing his fluffy slippers on his ever icy feet, but he still can’t be all that comfortable.

“I’ll sleep better with the two of you in our bed,” Blaine replies.  Kurt shrugs, and accepts Blaine’s hand as he reaches down to help Kurt up.

As predicted, Taylor blinks her gray-blue eyes open as soon as Kurt stops touching her, but Blaine scoops her out of bed and nuzzles her little face before she can make a noise.  When he looks up, Kurt is gazing fondly at the two of them.

“She has your eyelashes,” Kurt says, and Blaine grins.

“She’s a baby, they all have eyelashes like this.”

“That’s a lie, she has the best eyelashes of any baby ever.  And she’s definitely going to have your enviable curls,” Kurt goes on, touching the still wispy dark hair on their daughter’s head.

“If she does, you’re in charge of hair care.”

“As if I’d let you get your gel anywhere near her.”  It’s a running joke, but Blaine is serious – his hair looks so much better now that he let Kurt take charge of his products.  Of course, these days he’s lucky to catch a shower before running off to rehearsal, let alone have time to style his hair, but that’s another story.  Taylor comes first, and no amount of bedhead is going to change that.

Back in their own room they slide under the covers, carefully settling Taylor between the two of them, Kurt reaching across to lay his hand on Blaine’s waist.  There’s a soft reddish glow to the light, coming in from the Christmas decorations in their living room.  It feels peaceful.

“So what made you choose Legally Blonde to sing tonight?”  Blaine asks, keeping his voice quiet as Taylor settles back into sleep.  “With all the Sondheim you’ve done lately, I would have thought you’d have picked one of those.”

“I know, right?” Kurt replies.  “I think it started because I had the part about the department store stuck in my head.”

“First take a deep breath, take it all in.  Feel all the halogens warming your skin,” Blaine sings.  

“I always loved that song.  I mean, who would have thought there’d be a song about how amazing it feels to walk into the fragrance section of a department store?” Kurt says reverently.

“Right?”

“Don’t tease, you know I’m serious about the value of personal service for some things,” Kurt says.  “Websites are good for certain products, but you can’t discover your personal scent on your computer.”

“Did you know that Harry Gordon Selfridge started putting the perfume counter by the front doors in part to cover up the, um, less pleasant odors outside?”

Kurt frowns.  “No, but if that’s true, it makes sense.  I figured it was just to entice people into spending money on scent while they were on their way in looking for clothes.”

“That too.”  Blaine sighs.  “So, what made you think about department stores?  Have you been worrying about holiday shopping?  Because we said we were going to go easy on that this year.”  He inclines his head towards the baby lying between them.  They love their child more than either of them can express, but she is a money pit, and they have had to revise their current budget several times to identify dispensable items.

“I think it was more that I’m so used to searching the web for deals at night…” Kurt breaks off and glares at Blaine, “and no, I was not online shopping just now.”

Blaine smirks.  “I know.  Your phone is still on your nightstand.”  For the first few months of parenthood Kurt had spent way too much money keeping himself awake during midnight feedings by scouring the web for deals on fabric and craft supplies.  After a frank review of their credit card bills, Kurt had agreed to put the brakes on his nighttime online shopping sprees.

Kurt taps his finger against Blaine’s hip.  “I may have purchased a few items yesterday,” he admits, abashed.  “But they were all for Taylor.  Mostly I just send my dad and Carole links.  If we leave them to their own devices who knows what they’ll buy her, and they’re happy to farm out the task to me.”

They lapse into silence, listening to the even, soft breaths of their little girl, who has finally loosened her grip on the silk-trimmed blanket she can’t bear to be without.

“I do understand the urge,” Blaine says.  “Like wanting to stop and shop for unnecessary plastic objects…” Blaine says, a snippet of another song passing through his brain, and Kurt looks at him questioningly.  “You know, from Nanci Griffith’s intro to that song, when she talks about the need to go into a Woolworth’s and buy unnecessary plastic objects?”

Kurt gazes at him, charmed.  “No, I don’t know that one.”

“It’s called Love at the Five and Dime.”  Blaine hums it for a second, remembering driving in the car with his mom, singing along.  

“Rita was sixteen years, hazel eyes and chestnut hair.  She made the Woolworth counter shine.  And Eddie was a sweet romancer, and darn good dancer, and they'd waltz the aisles of the five and dime.”

”And they'd sing -  "Dance a little closer to me Dance a little closer now Dance a little closer tonight Dance a little closer to me 'cause it's closing time and love's on sale tonight at this five and dime."

The melody is soft and sweet, and Blaine does his best to echo the singer’s gentle, swinging style.

Kurt rubs his thumb along Blaine’s hip.  “That’s really pretty.”

“I’ll play it for you sometime.  She does this neat thing where she plinks her guitar string to sound like the ‘ding’ of the elevator. I think it would work on the piano.”

“It’s a nicer shopping song than the Legally Blonde one,” Kurt says.

“It’s about love, not shopping, really.”

“So is the Legally Blonde one,�� Kurt insists.  “Elle is taking Emmett shopping for clothes so that he has exactly the right look to give him the confidence he needs.  That’s an act of love.”

“I know.”  Blaine smiles at Kurt, thinking of all the hours they’ve spent selecting outfits, Kurt never failing to offer his opinion on what Blaine should wear for an audition, or an interview, or some other career defining event.  Kurt always does everything he can to help Blaine feel prepared to face the world, and Blaine appreciates it more than he can say.  

“Anyway, I like the song,” Kurt says.  “Sing some more.”

Blaine smiles and sings the rest of the Nanci Griffith song.  By the end, the hand Kurt had rested on Blaine’s hip has gotten restless, and is moving enticingly towards Blaine’s ass.

“Honey?”  Blaine asks, catching Kurt’s eye.  “Is me singing about shopping turning you on?”

Kurt runs his hand back over Blaine’s hip, then walks his fingers up Blaine’s chest over his pajama shirt, his touch light and teasing.  He catches Blaine’s gaze.  “You should know by now, you singing about anything turns me on.”

They both look at Taylor, who is sleeping deeply now, her whole body lax.  They obviously can’t get intimate with her lying in between them, but…

“Wanna go fool around by the Christmas tree?”  Blaine asks, grinning.

They extricate themselves from the bed carefully, arranging the blankets just the right distance away from and around their daughter, and creep out to the living room.  Kurt takes an afghan off the couch and spreads it on the floor.  They lie down together, gazing at each other under the twinkling lights, until Blaine pulls Kurt into a fervent kiss.  

At one point they roll a little too close to the tree, and they freeze, giggling, as Kurt re-positions a sparkling ornament so it doesn’t fall on them during an inopportune moment.  And if Blaine has a bit of tinsel in his hair come morning, no one minds a bit.

End notes (sorry, I seem to have a lot of notes for this little fic)

The songs mentioned are Nanci Griffth’s very lovely Love At The Five And Dime, and Take It Like A Man from Legally Blonde.  I really also wanted to work in the Barenaked Ladies ode to shopping, too, (just called Shopping) but it didn’t fit.  Title is from Paul McCartney’s song A Wonderful Christmastime, covered by the Barenaked Ladies on their holiday album (which is great and includes some really fun Hanukkah songs too).

Note also that Blaine and Kurt are also tired of people asking about their baby’s name, as well as poking their nose into her sleeping habits.  They picked Taylor because it’s gender-neutral and they like it, and not because Blaine knows the words to every Taylor Swift song.

[alexseanchai]

Fanfic 2020 in Review

I got tagged by @kasienda @noirshitsuji and @marvelousmsmol and I am tagging whoever wants to play!

1) List of fics completed this year in the order they were finished:

*filters own works to complete and updated in 2020*

1 - 20 of 57 Works by AlexSeanchai

nope. *adds filter to include only works of at least 1000 words*

unless otherwise indicated, these are all Miraculous Ladybug:

“don’t bake it lying down”, post-reveal Marichat vs Felix Graham de Vanily

“veracity”, canon divergence from “Ladybug” featuring Mister Bug and Verity Queen (so also Marichat, I guess)

“(no request is too extreme, if) your heart is in your dream”, in which Hawkmoth wins, for the thirty seconds or so before Emilie saves Ladybug and Chat Noir’s lives

“tell me you love me and make me believe it”, in which trans girl Chatonne Noire ropes Ladybug into helping plan her civilian self’s escape slash social transition

“kingmaker, oathbreaker”, in which Hawkmoth wins and Emilie watches her son remove himself from the family

“stay and let me watch you break it down” (Twelve Dancing Princesses), a modern setting

“set a course for winds of fortune”, in which trans girl Chatonne Noire has already escaped and Gabriel and Nathalie are trying to bring Gabriel’s son home

“we ground love in a hopeless place”, in which post-reveal Marinette’s attempt to remain resolutely not in love with her partner dissolves like sugar in coffee when they start a pun war

“ring the bells that still can ring”, in which Alya is deeply confused about why Adrien and Marinette are planning a wedding when last night both were single

“burning wishes at both ends (the cold wind and long loud wail remix)”, in which Gabriel made a monkey’s paw wish and Emilie makes another

“words cannot espresso”, in which Marinette’s OC roommate is justifiably worried for Marinette’s safety, and meanwhile Adrien takes care of Marinette

“the compromise of truth” (the chronologically second-earliest part posted to date of nine lives, snake’s eyes), in which Adrien tells his friends how he won some freedom and respect from his father

“At The Present Time”, the Ladrien/Ladynoir marriage proposal follow-up to @art-deco-shrimp‘s  “Your Presents Required”

“j'ai rêvé (so I don't have to dream alone)”, in which the events of canon must just have been a series of dream sequences, Marinette and Adrien both think, until they both arrive at Chloe’s Halloween masquerade dressed as themselves from the dreams

2) Number of words written:

ahahaha no. I am not counting all my scattered fic drafts and trying to figure out what I did and didn’t write in 2020. I refuse.

AO3 says I posted 162K in 2020. it is counting all of keeps you guessing (like any real love), which (a) I started posting in 2019 (b) is co-written by @galahadwilder​; it is counting all of my meta snippets collection, much of which was written in 2019; it is counting the Vimeo passwords for my vids. but I probably cleared 150K by a safe margin.

3) Your most popular fic:

“veracity” has a four-digit kudos count, wow, when’d that happen? this is also the 2020 work with the most hits and the most bookmarks, but “tell me you love me” has four-thirds as many comments as its nearest competitor.

4) Your personal fav:

“cannot break us, not with a thousand swords”, no question about it. this is the one in which Ladybug proposes marriage to Chat Noir via Princess Bride meme on Tumblr. (if you intend to download the work or otherwise to consume it with creator style off, you want the accessible version instead of the primary version.)

5) Your fav scene:

aaaaaaaaa

—okay so this is cheating and I know it, since Uncertain Humors (the one where Marinette/Adrien is both Orpheus/Eurydice and Theseus/Ariadne) is nowhere near finished, never mind posted (maybe I'll get “Sanguine” done to post on my birthday?)

but it is still my favorite of the year. as you might guess from that description of the story, this scene has content notes for character death:

Hell is a maze. Marinette walks.

This acrid passage has little to see but damp stone, seeming blood-stained in the dim carmine light. At about the height of her heart, the faintly glowing thread cuts through the not-clammy air; it ought to be pulsing at the same rate as the heart it's bound to. She might be able to see her own reflection if she looked down at the open sewage pipe, or at one of the puddles that now and again she splashes through, dampening the canvas of her shoes. She might see reflected what's behind her.

She remembers Mme. Mendeleiev lecturing on human physiology. In healthy humans old enough to have learned how, urination is a voluntary action: one may not know which muscles one tenses and relaxes in order to do so, and probably isn't paying attention to those details when one is doing, but one has conscious control over whether one does. Usually. Stress and anxiety mean some people are unable to relax the relevant sphincter muscle and others are unable to stop themselves. It's voluntary for cats, too: it's one way they mark their territories. Cat-boys have other ways.

There is a moment in every human life when all one's muscles relax at once. Some Parisians have had several such moments.

The thread is braided with itself around her left fourth finger, rows of tiny red half-hitch knots, and falls loosely over the back of her hand to loop twice around her wrist. She holds it wrapped between the fingers of her right hand to keep it at a constant tension, as though knitting with this insubstantial thread, so fragile for something two (two dozen, two million) lives hang from—too thin to sew with, no thicker than one strand of his hair. As she walks, she winds it around and around and around her wrist.

Between her ring finger and her right hand, it loops twice.

Marinette's shoe lands in a puddle she didn't see. The rainwater splashes soundlessly onto her bare ankle and on the stone.

(With cat-like tread, upon our prey we steal— It's a very loud song.)

She walks on.

6) A fic or scene that challenged you:

where the firelight fades, no contest. this is the second story I’ve ever been able to stick with more than a couple hundred words past the 20K mark, but it’s easily the twentieth novel-length I’ve begun. (though also, you know that kedreeva post? well, 90K later, I’m less than 15K from completing this 10K fic! I think.) and I have been learning so much about long-form fiction.

there has also been a lot of weeping and tearing my hair. case in point: I just trashed the chapter 15 draft because I figured out the reason it wasn’t going anywhere! I can probably keep the first few hundred words of that draft without any editing, and another few hundred with some revision...

7) A line of writing you’re proud of:

from “j'ai rêvé (so I don't have to dream alone)”:

Everything about their partnership is fragments of sentences in the dream diary Adrien writes in ultraviolet pen. Disjointed flickers of thought even when examined under the black light he hides in the snack cabinet under packets of Super Yoyo sandwich cookies and bags of cheesy Monster Munch potato chips and boxes of petit écolier butter cookies (chocolat noir)—none of which explains the gym-socks smell. All fleeting incoherent flashes, invisible between the mundane lines of La Modification shelved at his bedside between Leroux and Dumas. None of it is solid. Adrien has more proof his room's haunted.

okay let me break this down for you!

* Adrien started a dream diary to make sense of the memories

* in invisible ink, in a book that (according to Wikipedia) is thematically appropriate and won’t (if Gabriel sees it) look like anything other than Adrien developing an interest in French literature

* shelved between Phantom of the Opera and The Three Musketeers

* look I didn’t come up with the name “black light”

* or “chocolat noir” for what English speakers call “dark chocolate”, or “petit écolier” (that is, “little schoolboy”) for that sort of butter cookie

* also not my fault that “chocolat noir” sounds remarkably like “Chat Noir”, which, attentive readers may have noticed, is not a name that appears in the story after the header and before Miraculous Cure

* I found the website of a store in Boston, Massachusetts that caters to French expats, and the yo-yo cookies and the monster chips were right there in the photos, y’all

* the snack stash and the black light live in the cabinet where, in canon, the Camembert lives; yes, that cheese smells in the real world like gym socks

* this story’s akuma was not able to affect anything but squishy human memory: nobody affected remembers anything about Ladybug or Chat Noir or Hawkmoth, not in any solid way, not even when they read news articles about the subject, and this includes Marinette and Adrien not being able to see or hear or remember their own kwamis—but you know what Adrien’s Insta post about his poltergeist and Adrien’s Insta post with the floating sock don’t show and don’t explicitly refer to?

* I love this paragraph so much (my housemates may have been lovingly mocking me over it)

8) A comment that touched you:

there are people (y’all know who you are) who said y’all are studying my style. I ded of blush.

9) Something that inspired your writing:

by volume of fic drafts that can be blamed on any particular person, the winner is probably @norakwami​

10) Your proudest accomplishment (that one scene; finally finishing that one fic; posting your first fic; etc):

so that longest-story-ever-written record I set in 2007 with the 89.5K story that, till where the firelight fades, was the only story I’d gotten much past 20K?

I broke that fucking record!

and then I deleted the draft of firelight chapter 15 😭

11) Do you have any writing goals for the next year?

I’m starting work on a fantasy novel, a Sleeping Beauty retelling in which I explore (among other things) the economic consequences of the king’s ordering all the spinning wheels burned, and I want to make significant progress on that. and I want to not make my hands any worse; I kind of need those!

(breaking news alert: bodies fucking suck. so does giving yourself repetitive stress injuries in doing one and a half to two people’s worth of work for an organization that was never ever going to pay you more than one person’s worth of pay.)

[raisedbyfandomwolves]

I have a prompt if it’s not too long! Supergirls phone gets stolen and CatCo post her text messages and they just can’t figure out who the 😏 (Mon-El) contact is. Thank you! -Cassie

Hi! Sorry this took so long and I’m not sure if this is what you envisioned when you sent me this prompt but I hope you like it!

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Kara's made mistakes; she knows it and she's not so proud that she won't admit it.

There have been big mistakes – thinking she can take on a rampaging Buroul without backup definitely counts – and little mistakes – picking up the wrong order and getting yelled at for it by Ms Grant for a whole hour – but no matter what, she's owned up to every last one of them.

This time though... This time, she really wishes she could just blame it all on someone else.

Maybe Alex. Alex had been the one who had given her the second phone in the first place, after all. “Consider it a necessary backup now that you have a second job,” her adoptive sister had said as she had handed over the device. “You never know when you'll need it.”

That moment had never really materialised and, minus checking the few DEO alerts that had gotten sent to it, Kara had ended up just using it when her own phone's battery was low or for random things like downloading games Winn had recommended trying.

And occasionally texting Mon-El.

It's a bad habit she shouldn't have allowed to take root, she realises in hindsight, but at the time it had seemed pretty harmless. She's a careful person, after all, and keeping track of two phones is a simple enough thing to do.

At least, that's what she had believed.

Right up until she had gotten into a huge brawl with a couple of alien mercenaries downtown and lost that phone somewhere between getting punched into a building and having a car tossed at her head.

Which in itself would've been fine if she had noticed and retrieved it before she had left.

Of course, she hadn't done that... and someone else had found it instead.

Someone who had managed to figure out that the phone belonged to Supergirl... and posted the texts all over the internet.

The internet had promptly and predictably imploded.

And now here she is, hiding from the rest of the world face down on her couch and alternating between cursing herself for her carelessness, trying not to die of embarrassment and wishing she had a combination of Winn's hacking skills and J'onn's telepathic powers just so she can destroy all the evidence and erase everyone's memories then pretend none of this ever happened. (Her one saving grace – whatever it's worth anyway – aside from the fact that she'd put a silly smiley instead of Mon-El's name and consequently protected his identity is that their texts had been more sweet and mushy instead of scandalous and inappropriate although some of his had definitely counted as suggestive in nature.)

In short, Kara is nothing less than a giant Kryptonian-shaped ball of shame and suffering at the moment.

The same, however, cannot be said for Mon-El, who had readily surrendered his own phone once they had realised it had been indirectly compromised and is now using her laptop to keep track of the madness with a gigantic grin on his face.

To say that he's the complete opposite of her and is actually enjoying this entire fiasco would be an understatement.

“'Supergirl's Superboyfriend?'!” he reads out yet another atrocious headline from some gossip website with the exuberance of a kid in a candy store. “Hey, maybe I should adopt that as my superhero name.”

“Absolutely not.” Her words come out muffled thanks to her current position so she forces herself to lift her head just enough that she can glower at him. “Again, no. It's mortifying. Don't you have any shame? And wouldn't you prefer to have a superhero name that's completely your own instead of one that's so... so... connected to me?”

“Daxamite,” he reminds her as he meets her almost lethal glare, his free hand pointing at his still grinning face that she very dearly wants to throw a pillow at right now. “As for your second question, I'd consider it an honour so I really wouldn't mind.”

“Well, it's mortifying for me then!” she growls, her cheeks burning so much she wonders if her face resembles a fire hydrant at the moment. “And I don't understand why you're so interested in all this! Didn't they have gossip back on Daxam?!”

“Nothing like this. I mean, everyone pretty much knew who everyone was sleeping with-” She cringes at that and turns a darker shade of red. “-so the gossip was more about other things like who'd gotten caught cheating at cards- Oh, CatCo's put out an article too!” he cuts himself off to announce the latest update, somehow managing to sound even more delighted than before. “And look, your boss even wrote it herself!”

A miserable groan escapes her and she buries her face in her couch again. Ms Grant had been beyond livid that someone had out-scooped her about Supergirl, never mind the fact that it had been the result of a complete accident, and Kara can only imagine what the woman has written much less planned next.

Luckily for her, Mon-El decides it's his duty to share the 'pertinent' details with her. “Wow, she managed to guess that I'm an alien too and there's even a photo of us although it's kind of blurry...” He laughs. “The comments are even better. They're saying I must be 'a real hunk' and 'totally ripped' among other things.”

Aghast, she raises her head again to stare at him, a confusing mixture of incredulity and possessiveness clouding her mind. “Why would they even be talking about that kind of thing?!”

“Well, you're Supergirl,” he replies with a faux sage-like voice although it's beyond obvious he's suppressing one hell of a smug grin. “It's only natural to assume you have excellent taste in men.”

She gurgles for over a minute, unable to vocalise a single coherent word due to being at a complete loss as to how to respond. Denying it feels wrong but agreeing is just unthinkable especially since he'll be obnoxiously self-satisfied about it until the end of time... and judging by the way he's now openly grinning at her, he knows it.

Stuck between two unpalatable choices, Kara opts to take a third option and drops her head back down again. Maybe if she gives it enough time, this will all just blow over and she can get on with her life like nothing had ever happened.

The laugh full of impish glee that bursts out of Mon-El just as she finishes that thought suggests she's not getting her wish anytime soon... and what he says next only confirms it in the worst possible way. “Hey Kara, guess what? Apparently it's called 'supersex' when we do it!”

...Screw this. National City can go find itself a new superhero; she's leaving Earth and never coming back.

(Eventually Winn is able to make it seem as if the texts had been part of someone's roleplaying account, whatever that's supposed to be, but it's still a good long while before Kara can bring herself to look any of her family and friends in the eye.)

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[virtual-lara]

Irish Times - Jerr O’Carroll Interview

Interview appeared on the Irish Times website, dated to 3rd January 2000, and it was written by Fiachra O Marcaigh.

Jerr O'Carroll has a job that lots of gamers would kill for. The 34-year-old from Tramore, Co Waterford, has spent 10 years in the games industry. He works at noted game developer Core Design in Britain and was the animator of the recently released Tomb Raider IV.

Combining puzzles, action and high-class graphics, the Tomb Raider series has become a runaway success. It's probably fair to say that the unlikely figure of its heroine, Lara Croft, has also had some part in its popularity.

Irish Times:

How did you become involved with Tomb Raider?

Jerr O'Carroll:

I worked in Core for about three years, mainly on a PlayStation game named Ninja. During that time, I was asked to work on some cut scenes on Tomb 2, and then all of the cut scenes for Tomb 3. When four started the other animator backed out and I was asked to do the cut scenes for this one as well as the new vehicles and Lara's new moves.

Irish Times:

What skills are required?

Jerr O'Carroll:

Patience, a stomach for coffee and junk food, and a bit of talent!

Irish Times:

Is drawing very important?

Jerr O'Carroll:

Yes. Especially now with the next generation of machines about to arrive. There are quite a few people who are classed as artists but can't draw, and now that we can create super realistic work, with no real limitations, those that are weaker in the artistic side will find it harder and harder.

Irish Times:

Do you enjoy your job?

Jerr O'Carroll:

I'm lucky in that I get paid to do a job I really do enjoy. That's a wonderful thing, being able to go to work, knowing that. But it doesn't have to be Lara that I'm animating. It could also be designing a concept for a GameBoy title, or messing about on someone else's project. The whole aspect of the game, from design to finished box on a shelf interests me, apart from the coding. That's getting out of my depth!

Irish Times:

Is it pressure-filled?

Jerr O'Carroll:

Very much so. Always towards the end of a project when all the different parts of the game come together, major headaches ensue. There were five guys all doing different background sections, another animator handling the baddy anims, and the coders who had a jigsaw puzzle to do, which for a long time had quite a few missing pieces. A lot of late nights, bug testing for all the language versions and then suddenly it's all over.

Irish Times:

Does the pressure to meet release dates ever compromise your work?

Jerr O'Carroll:

Doing the animation in a lot of ways is one of the easy parts of the game's development. I know exactly what moves need to be done, and I know how much time I have, so I can pace the workload out. But it does become a bit daunting towards the end, when the old, "Could you just do us a quick anim for this" phase starts, and it can get a bit hectic then.

Irish Times:

Have you always wanted to be involved in the game industry?

Jerr O'Carroll:

No. Quite simply I went to the regional tech in Waterford and got a diploma in graphic design. I didn't have a clue what I wanted to do, then I went and got a lucky break in joining Don Bluth's studio in Dublin. From there I kind of fell into games, working first for a small time games company in Waterford, and then brought over to Sheffield to finish off the Littil Divil game, and from there to here.

Irish Times:

How many people worked on the whole game?

Jerr O'Carroll:

On the actual game it would 13 to 14. Five background guys, (an extra one came in towards the end) two animators and six programmers. Then there were the testers, the musician and another team who worked on the FMV [full motion video]. You could count the producers if you want, but we don't!

Irish Times:

Is animation for both the PlayStation and PC a single task?

Jerr O'Carroll:

Yes. She has so many animations it would be an enormous task to do them twice. So they are done on a 3D package 3DS Max, and then the data is transferred over to an in-house editor, from which all the animation info came.

Irish Times:

Will Last Revelation be Lara's last adventure?

Jerr O'Carroll:

Ahh, trade secrets. Lara will go on for a while yet, but it has to be seen in what form.

Lara's anatomy has been the subject of much debate. . . The amount of times we've had to change her bust size, she must have some serious scars under that green top! Honestly, we get the word from some American marketing "expert": "make them bigger", "make them rounder", "slightly smaller", "over to the left" etc. It's gotten to be a joke. We have done some major improvements to the model this time round, but not in her mammalian protuberances. This time we actually got a fully skinned Lara working. No more unsightly tears in her arms, elbows or knees. It's more pleasing to look at, as well as adding to the other advances in the game engine.

Irish Times:

What are your favourite games?

Jerr O'Carroll:

I'm not the world's biggest games player. I'll find a game and play it to bits, then move onto something else. Right now I'm going nuts on the second Oddworld game, Abe's Exoddus.

Irish Times:

What are your thoughts on the Dreamcast and PlayStation 2?

Jerr O'Carroll:

The general feeling amongst a lot of developers is wait for PlayStation 2. I've seen the demos, and some work is being done in Core on next generation stuff, but when you look at the quality of some of the stuff that is coming out on the Dreamcast, you do think it has a fighting chance. Hopefully it'll have enough of a user base to stand up to Sony when their machine is launched. Competition is a healthy thing.

Irish Times:

Will the similar new Indiana Jones game threaten her dominance?

Jerr O'Carroll:

I think she is the female Indy, but I've seen the demo for the new Indy game, and I'm a little disappointed. They had a huge development team, a long development time, but it looks so rough, the animations are poor, the control weak and it's not even on the PlayStation. That's a big mistake. But then I would be biased wouldn't I?

Irish Times:

What do you hope to be working on in the future?

Jerr O'Carroll:

As long as I enjoy it, and can have a bit of creative input, I'll be happy.

All rights belong to Irish Times and/or their affiliated companies. I only intend to introduce people to old articles and preserve them before they are lost.

[fairweathermyth]

ilu and i'm team bernie (like,, i cried last tuesday at the results, i get it) but plenty of women (including woc) have valid concerns about him. he literally JUST trotted out a plan for reproductive justice despite the fact roe v wade is almost dead and he's had 5 years to figure it out. he's supported pro life candidates and said that it was an ok thing to compromise on. i love a lot of his policies but he's not above racism or sexism (although obviously b*den is worse)

To be clear, I’m not trying to claim he’s perfect, and I would never recommend “stanning” any politician ever, and we should absolutely be critical of the people who lead this country. When they do or say questionable things, even when it’s someone we usually agree with, QUESTION THEM. They have to answer to US. But looking at his voting history it is clear that Bernie has been fighting for the rights of marginalized groups from the jump. On the specific issue of abortion since you bring that up, he does have one of the most consistently pro-choice histories of like almost any politician ever? And he has been a broken record in his support for Roe v Wade for decades. Unfortunately the nature of our governmental structure means that you HAVE to work with shitty people on shitty things to keep even shittier things from happening. I pulled a few quotes from this helpful website that tracks candidate’s voting history on abortion rights:��

Q: You said that you “always voted against the Hyde Amendment.” But you have voted to support large spending bills that include the Hyde Amendment. Is it misleading?

SANDERS: Sometimes, in a large bill, you have to vote for things you don’t like. But I think my record as being literally 100 percent pro-choice is absolutely correct. If you believe, as I do, that a woman’s right to control her own body is a constitutional right, then that must apply to all women, including low-income women. That is what I have always believed, and that is what I believe right now. Source: CNN “SOTU” 2019 interview series , Jun 9, 2019

Q: There’s a bit of a debate about the Omaha candidate for mayor; he is against abortion rights. How does the party sort all that out?

SANDERS: I don’t think there’s much of a debate about that. I have a 100% lifetime pro-choice voting record. Overwhelming majority of Democrats are pro-choice. I’m going to do everything that I can to see that the Republicans do not get away with their horrific effort to defund Planned Parenthood, which provides health care to 2.5 million women. But if we’re going to become a 50-state party, if you’re going to go to Omaha, Nebraska, which has a Republican governor, two Republican senators, all Republican congresspeople, Republican legislature, should I reject going there to Omaha? I don’t think so. I hope very much he wins. And, by the way, his opponent, the incumbent mayor, is also anti-choice [AND] anti-labor and anti-education. The choice is clear. And I hope very much the Democratic candidate there wins. Source: CBS Face the Nation 2017 interviews of 2020 hopefuls , Apr 23, 2017

I think that these are pretty reasonable answers???? I’ll admit, I haven’t gotten too deep into the new reproductive justice plan you’re talking about or any of the criticism around it because I’ve been in a constant state of anxiety about so many other things lately. But I’d be interested in reading more about it!

Anyway, he’s human and all humans fall short sometimes, but like comparatively he is just genuinely GOOD.

WORTH NOTING THAT MY TAGS ON THAT POST YOU’RE RESPONDING TO WERE IN FACT VERY PERSONAL SO I’LL RANT A BIT ABOUT THAT UNDER THE CUT FOR PERSPECTIVE LOL

It just makes me furious seeing some the narratives people are trying to push just because Bernie didn’t bow out for Hilary or Liz. This is something that I am personally trying to grapple with as a person who is white and a feminist and constantly checking myself not to fall into the traps of white feminism. A lot of the older white women in my life were hardcore for Hilary and Liz, and it is clearly (to me) mostly identity politics to them. OBVIOUSLY I would love to see a woman as president (and I liked Liz and would have been thrilled to vote for her if she had ended up as the nominee. I voted for Hilary even though I didn’t love her politics because obviously she was better than the horrific alternative). But for example, my aunt was 100%  in for Liz and now says that she can’t vote for Bernie because she blames him for Hilary and Liz losing???? That’s the kind of thing I’m talking about! I try to talk to her about Bernie’s history of pro-women, pro-lgbtq+, pro-working class, and just overall progressive voting history which I KNOW she fundamentally agrees with – but all she sees is a man who stood in the way of women and therefore he’s somehow anti-woman. The man has not wavered in his progressive values even when they weren’t by any means popular. He challenges the status quo and we NEED that. So many of those progressive things he’s always fought for, like universal health care and free education, are popular in the Democratic party in no small part because he was relentless in fighting for them! And it’s been said before, but bears repeating: IMAGINE how incredible it would be to have a Jewish man take office after suffering four years with a nazi white supremacist in the White House!!!!!!!

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Germany demands an end to working cryptography

Germany's Interior Minister Horst Seehofer -- a hardliner who has called for cameras at every "hot spot" in Germany -- has announced that he will seek a ban on working cryptography in Germany; he will insist that companies only supply insecure tools that have a backdoor that will allow the German state to decrypt messages and chats on demand.

He's said that he'll ban any service or app that does not comply with the rule.

If this sounds familiar, it should: it's basically the rule Australia enacted in December 2018. It's also been repeatedly proposed by Rod Rosenstein in his capacity as US Deputy Attorney General; and by GCHQ's Technical Director, Ian Levy.

I wrote a comprehensive explainer about this in 2017 when Theresa May proposed it. Here it is again, because honestly, the idea hasn't gotten any less stupid over two years.

Aaron Swartz once said, "It's no longer OK not to understand how the Internet works."

He was talking to law-makers, policy-makers and power-brokers, people who were, at best, half-smart about technology -- just smart enough to understand that in a connected world, every problem society has involves computers, and just stupid enough to demand that computers be altered to solve those problems.

Paging Theresa May.

Theresa May says that last night's London terror attacks mean that the internet cannot be allowed to provide a "safe space" for terrorists and therefore working cryptography must be banned in the UK.

This is a golden oldie, a classic piece of foolish political grandstanding. May's predecessor, David Cameron, repeatedly campaigned on this one, and every time he did, I wrote a long piece rebutting him. Rather than writing a new one for May, I thought I'd just dust off a pair of my Cameron-era pieces (1, 2), since every single word still applies.

Theresa May says there should be no "means of communication" which "we cannot read" -- and no doubt many in her party will agree with her, politically. But if they understood the technology, they would be shocked to their boots.

It’s impossible to overstate how bonkers the idea of sabotaging cryptography is to people who understand information security. If you want to secure your sensitive data either at rest – on your hard drive, in the cloud, on that phone you left on the train last week and never saw again – or on the wire, when you’re sending it to your doctor or your bank or to your work colleagues, you have to use good cryptography. Use deliberately compromised cryptography, that has a back door that only the “good guys” are supposed to have the keys to, and you have effectively no security. You might as well skywrite it as encrypt it with pre-broken, sabotaged encryption.

There are two reasons why this is so. First, there is the question of whether encryption can be made secure while still maintaining a “master key” for the authorities’ use. As lawyer/computer scientist Jonathan Mayer explained, adding the complexity of master keys to our technology will “introduce unquantifiable security risks”. It’s hard enough getting the security systems that protect our homes, finances, health and privacy to be airtight – making them airtight except when the authorities don’t want them to be is impossible.

What Theresa May thinks she's saying is, "We will command all the software creators we can reach to introduce back-doors into their tools for us." There are enormous problems with this: there's no back door that only lets good guys go through it. If your Whatsapp or Google Hangouts has a deliberately introduced flaw in it, then foreign spies, criminals, crooked police (like those who fed sensitive information to the tabloids who were implicated in the hacking scandal -- and like the high-level police who secretly worked for organised crime for years), and criminals will eventually discover this vulnerability. They -- and not just the security services -- will be able to use it to intercept all of our communications. That includes things like the pictures of your kids in your bath that you send to your parents to the trade secrets you send to your co-workers.

But this is just for starters. Theresa May doesn't understand technology very well, so she doesn't actually know what she's asking for.

For Theresa May's proposal to work, she will need to stop Britons from installing software that comes from software creators who are out of her jurisdiction. The very best in secure communications are already free/open source projects, maintained by thousands of independent programmers around the world. They are widely available, and thanks to things like cryptographic signing, it is possible to download these packages from any server in the world (not just big ones like Github) and verify, with a very high degree of confidence, that the software you've downloaded hasn't been tampered with.

May is not alone here. The regime she proposes is already in place in countries like Syria, Russia, and Iran (for the record, none of these countries have had much luck with it). There are two means by which authoritarian governments have attempted to restrict the use of secure technology: by network filtering and by technology mandates.

Theresa May has already shown that she believes she can order the nation's ISPs to block access to certain websites (again, for the record, this hasn't worked very well). The next step is to order Chinese-style filtering using deep packet inspection, to try and distinguish traffic and block forbidden programs. This is a formidable technical challenge. Intrinsic to core Internet protocols like IPv4/6, TCP and UDP is the potential to "tunnel" one protocol inside another. This makes the project of figuring out whether a given packet is on the white-list or the black-list transcendentally hard, especially if you want to minimise the number of "good" sessions you accidentally blackhole.

More ambitious is a mandate over which code operating systems in the UK are allowed to execute. This is very hard. We do have, in Apple's Ios platform and various games consoles, a regime where a single company uses countermeasures to ensure that only software it has blessed can run on the devices it sells to us. These companies could, indeed, be compelled (by an act of Parliament) to block secure software. Even there, you'd have to contend with the fact that other EU states and countries like the USA are unlikely to follow suit, and that means that anyone who bought her Iphone in Paris or New York could come to the UK with all their secure software intact and send messages "we cannot read."

But there is the problem of more open platforms, like GNU/Linux variants, BSD and other unixes, Mac OS X, and all the non-mobile versions of Windows. All of these operating systems are already designed to allow users to execute any code they want to run. The commercial operators -- Apple and Microsoft -- might conceivably be compelled by Parliament to change their operating systems to block secure software in the future, but that doesn't do anything to stop people from using all the PCs now in existence to run code that the PM wants to ban.

More difficult is the world of free/open operating systems like GNU/Linux and BSD. These operating systems are the gold standard for servers, and widely used on desktop computers (especially by the engineers and administrators who run the nation's IT). There is no legal or technical mechanism by which code that is designed to be modified by its users can co-exist with a rule that says that code must treat its users as adversaries and seek to prevent them from running prohibited code.

This, then, is what Theresa May is proposing:

* All Britons' communications must be easy for criminals, voyeurs and foreign spies to intercept

* Any firms within reach of the UK government must be banned from producing secure software

* All major code repositories, such as Github and Sourceforge, must be blocked

* Search engines must not answer queries about web-pages that carry secure software

* Virtually all academic security work in the UK must cease -- security research must only take place in proprietary research environments where there is no onus to publish one's findings, such as industry R&D and the security services

* All packets in and out of the country, and within the country, must be subject to Chinese-style deep-packet inspection and any packets that appear to originate from secure software must be dropped

* Existing walled gardens (like Ios and games consoles) must be ordered to ban their users from installing secure software

* Anyone visiting the country from abroad must have their smartphones held at the border until they leave

* Proprietary operating system vendors (Microsoft and Apple) must be ordered to redesign their operating systems as walled gardens that only allow users to run software from an app store, which will not sell or give secure software to Britons

* Free/open source operating systems -- that power the energy, banking, ecommerce, and infrastructure sectors -- must be banned outright

Theresa May will say that she doesn't want to do any of this. She'll say that she can implement weaker versions of it -- say, only blocking some "notorious" sites that carry secure software. But anything less than the programme above will have no material effect on the ability of criminals to carry on perfectly secret conversations that "we cannot read". If any commodity PC or jailbroken phone can run any of the world's most popular communications applications, then "bad guys" will just use them. Jailbreaking an OS isn't hard. Downloading an app isn't hard. Stopping people from running code they want to run is -- and what's more, it puts the whole nation -- individuals and industry -- in terrible jeopardy.

That’s a technical argument, and it’s a good one, but you don’t have to be a cryptographer to understand the second problem with back doors: the security services are really bad at overseeing their own behaviour.

Once these same people have a back door that gives them access to everything that encryption protects, from the digital locks on your home or office to the information needed to clean out your bank account or read all your email, there will be lots more people who’ll want to subvert the vast cohort that is authorised to use the back door, and the incentives for betraying our trust will be much more lavish than anything a tabloid reporter could afford.

If you want a preview of what a back door looks like, just look at the US Transportation Security Administration’s “master keys” for the locks on our luggage. Since 2003, the TSA has required all locked baggage travelling within, or transiting through, the USA to be equipped with Travelsentry locks, which have been designed to allow anyone with a widely held master key to open them.

What happened after Travelsentry went into effect? Stuff started going missing from bags. Lots and lots of stuff. A CNN investigation into thefts from bags checked in US airports found thousands of incidents of theft committed by TSA workers and baggage handlers. And though “aggressive investigation work” has cut back on theft at some airports, insider thieves are still operating with impunity throughout the country, even managing to smuggle stolen goods off the airfield in airports where all employees are searched on their way in and out of their work areas.

The US system is rigged to create a halo of buck-passing unaccountability. When my family picked up our bags from our Easter holiday in the US, we discovered that the TSA had smashed the locks off my nearly new, unlocked, Travelsentry-approved bag, taping it shut after confirming it had nothing dangerous in it, and leaving it “completely destroyed” in the words of the official BA damage report. British Airways has sensibly declared the damage to be not their problem, as they had nothing to do with destroying the bag. The TSA directed me to a form that generated an illiterate reply from a government subcontractor, sent from a do-not-reply email address, advising that “TSA is not liable for any damage to locks or bags that are required to be opened by force for security purposes” (the same note had an appendix warning me that I should treat this communication as confidential). I’ve yet to have any other communications from the TSA.

Making it possible for the state to open your locks in secret means that anyone who works for the state, or anyone who can bribe or coerce anyone who works for the state, can have the run of your life. Cryptographic locks don’t just protect our mundane communications: cryptography is the reason why thieves can’t impersonate your fob to your car’s keyless ignition system; it’s the reason you can bank online; and it’s the basis for all trust and security in the 21st century.

In her Dimbleby lecture, Martha Lane Fox recalled Aaron Swartz’s words: “It’s not OK not to understand the internet anymore.” That goes double for cryptography: any politician caught spouting off about back doors is unfit for office anywhere but Hogwarts, which is also the only educational institution whose computer science department believes in “golden keys” that only let the right sort of people break your encryption.

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The present-day technology belongs to the web. The internet has emerged as a principal part of our way of life and cutting-edge-day living. Nobody can think of what would occur if the web goes off for just a day. The internet has supplied us with many amenities. One such perk of the internet is E-commerce and E-commerce offerings.

E-commerce is a trendy means of doing trade. The E-commerce enterprise is developing daily and it's anticipated to head even extra. Many folks are taking capabilities of this new pattern, and taking their business on-line to defy bodily boundaries and explore new potentials. A variety of individuals find it method easier to look for their desired products on the internet and get it delivered on furnished addresses as an alternative of going to shops to purchase the item they're watching for. E-commerce allows them to save a variety of time and vigor which can be used in any other major work. 

If you want to be an entrepreneur, you will have to provoke your startup through E-commerce. It's only as an easy natural industry but with special challenges.  In the event you offer a nice-founded and rate-mighty product, you could obviously be the primary choice for plenty of persons from in every single place in the sector.  Listed here, we would go through some common steps for beginning an ecommerce services online in 2019 and extra. We will also discuss some issues you may have to face in the earlier days of your E-commerce business. We will be able to also tricky beneath enlisted factors in establishing your E-commerce site:

Product To Promote: This is one major factor to take into account earlier than initiating any on-line business; you have to specify a product or equivalent set of merchandise that falls below a specific class for sale. You should offer a product or service you think you've gotten a passion for, and you can control the loopholes concerning that targeted product. Either it's a bodily product or a digital product (maybe a service) you ought to focal point on a detailed product as a substitute for offering versatility. The purpose behind this is usually humans like to purchase the merchandise from a service provider who's a professional in a certain category instead of a common vendor, moreover, you may also face issues while advertising and marketing what you are promoting. At the same time initiating E-commerce, take into account the phrase “start small, dream colossal”.

Getting The Product: You are going to want companies for a regular delivery of the product you are going to promote it. Attempt to in finding the vendors or merchants who can furnish you great products with effective costs in a given span of time. You may find some offline retailers for the motive too. There's in actual fact no rule or specification about online or offline merchants. If the product is healthier, there is not any difficulty in acquiring it from regional or offline merchants. As a rule, many E-commerce retailers decide upon to purchase from different on-line retailers due to the fact they find it less complicated. After opting for the provider you must additionally specify an efficient and cost-amazing supply line or transportation procedure for supply of products to your storage or warehouse.

Figuring Out The Competition: Earlier than you put your products up on the market, try to get an understanding of your competition. Do some study about your competitors. Try to get a notion about their way of marketing products, their area of expertise and cost tags they've put up for his or her merchandise and make notes about it. Now make a plan about how can you compete with them, and how are you going to put your merchandise with a little less rate without compromising on best and gross margin. This little research will make you mindful of your competitors and support you in staying one step ahead of your competitors.

Determining The Identify: The name of your business is a major component in gathering viewers and possible purchasers of your business. Try to believe about a perfect identify that is distinct and reflects your small business whilst. Now attempt to get an identical area to identify for your website. If it isn't by some means available, go for a similar fashioned title. For example, for den’s pizza, if denspizza.Com is no to be had to try to get a website like pizzabyden.Com and many others. 

Getting The Emblem For Your Business: The emblem for your online business would be the entrance face of your corporation and merchandise. Try to get it designed in the sort of way that it appears distinct in look but reflects the accent of your corporation visually. The emblem should be appealing in one of these techniques to urge folks to at the least consult with your internet site once.

Planning The Industry: You have got to create a roadmap for what you are promoting. Panning entails the entire essential matters you possibly can run a victorious industry, like staff, accounting, robust delivery process, tracking consignments, and purchaser delivery programs. You need to feel about all the feasible situations you can go through for the duration of the preliminary section and in the near future. Planning additionally involves the addition of recent merchandise in your business after steady time phases to maintain historic purchasers and make new shoppers with new offerings.

Growing Website: One more challenging aspect which wishes your awareness and correct funding is the creation of an E-commerce internet site on your online business. This website displays the primary influence on men and women who are traveling for the first time. If the website isn't effective, sensible and visually impressive it should come to be a problem for your online business. Bringing up your website are living in mere minutes just isn't a problem anymore, there are a couple of E-commerce systems present to furnish aid for brand new E-commerce web sites like Bigcommerce, Shopify, Woocommerce,   and Opencart, and so on. A question that arises in every person’s mind is, “Which one is healthier and how?” On the latest occasions, Bigcommerce has made a name of itself, many leading manufacturers have also redesigned their web sites with Bigcommerce. Motives for Bigcommerce being famous are spectacular functionalities, beautiful design, effective working, website protection and friendly offerings furnished with the aid of Bigcommerce. That you can set up your website with the aid of Bigcommerce in a few minutes when you've got images, content material, and brand competent on your website. You just must create an account on the BigCommerce website and there you go, it supplies you with a dashboard loaded with a hundred+  templates. Bigcommerce additionally presents you with 15 days of free trial without asking about credit or debit card. The entire system of constructing an internet site with Bigcommerce is so convenient that you could find it unreal. Bigcommerce is relatively a new, famous and rising sensation amongst more than one E-commerce structures and you possibly can be aware of why. The one thing you ought to do is to offer the Bigcommerce website a consult with.

Marketing Your Corporation: To provide a push to your new startup you must supply some effort and funding in the marketing of your corporation and internet site. A strong approach these days is marketing on social media, social media is being utilized by hundreds of thousands of individuals around the world and that you would be able to collect a lot of purchasers for your business utilizing social media advertising and marketing. People get a concept from highlighted stuff on social media and follow it. There are lots of social media structures available for marketing like FB and Youtube. An extra potent noted social media platform for advertising is Instagram. You could collect a number of purchasers making use of this robust advertising software. Advanced marketing entails search engine optimization and electronic mail advertising and marketing that are additionally very useful in ineffective advertising and gathering the attention of more than a few men and women to what you are promoting. These have been some foremost causes to appear for if you are planning to start a new E-commerce website in 2019. We tried to elaborate on each of them with important points. We're hopeful that this information will inspire and help you in commencing up your on-line trade.