#this was. 4? 5? hours of beadwork

[grubloved]

moss agate, rainbow moonstone for my beloved ^_^

[chronicparagon]

💖(How would she take care of Shyvana?)

Send 💖 and I’ll explain one way my Muse would take care of yours.

Harmony absolutely adores Shyvana. She shows it every day with how she treats the other.

A sweet kiss here or there throughout the day, and those long hours cuddling together on the sofa or bed.

2. The late nights when Harmony strokes Shyvana's hair while holding her close. Some nights are harder than others, and Harmony wants to support her when that happens.

3. How she takes care of Shyvana is helping out with housework, making Shyvana's favorites, and giving her all the love and affection in her heart.

4. Harmony also enjoys crafting things for Shyvana, such as beadwork like jewelry or beadwork to adorn weapons or other items. She would also make her lover scarves and blankets, and many other things to make sure Shyvana is warm in those cold days, and have little surprises made with love.

5. Harmony's goal is to make the other woman feel loved, and that she is a true blessing in Harmony's life. She will bend over backwards for her beloved.

@a-dragon-and-an-eagle

[sareez12]

The Ultimate Guide to Embroidered Georgette Sarees for Every Occasion

When it comes to traditional Indian attire, sarees hold a special place in the hearts of many. Among the plethora of options available, embroidered georgette sarees stand out for their elegance and versatility. Whether you're attending a wedding, a party, or any festive occasion, these sarees are the perfect blend of style and comfort. In this guide, we'll explore the allure of georgette sarees, focusing on heavy embroidery designs, and why they are an essential addition to any wardrobe.

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2. The Beauty of Embroidery

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To make the most of your embroidered georgette saree, here are a few styling tips:

Blouse Selection: Choose a contrasting or matching blouse with complementary embroidery to enhance the saree's beauty.

Jewelry: Pair your saree with traditional jewelry like jhumkas, bangles, and a statement necklace for a complete look.

Footwear: Opt for comfortable yet stylish footwear like embellished sandals or heels.

Hair and Makeup: Go for a classic updo or loose curls, and keep your makeup elegant with a focus on the eyes and lips.

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Finding the perfect embroidered georgette saree is now easier than ever. Numerous online platforms offer a wide range of options, from high-end designer sarees to budget-friendly choices. Additionally, local boutiques and sari shops are great places to explore and find unique pieces.

Conclusion

Embroidered georgette sarees are a must-have for anyone who loves traditional Indian fashion. Their elegance, comfort, and versatility make them suitable for a variety of occasions, from weddings to casual parties. With the right styling, an embroidered georgette saree can make you look and feel like royalty. So, whether you're shopping for a rani color saree, a heavy embroidery saree for

a wedding, or an affordable party wear option, there's an embroidered georgette saree out there that will perfectly match your needs and style.

Exploring Different Styles and Trends

9. Contemporary Embroidery Trends

While traditional embroidery remains timeless, contemporary designs are making waves in the fashion world. Modern embroidered georgette sarees often feature abstract patterns, digital prints combined with hand embroidery, and fusion styles that blend Western and Indian aesthetics. These sarees cater to the younger generation looking for a blend of tradition and modernity.

10. Customization: Personalizing Your Saree

For those who seek uniqueness, customizing an embroidered georgette saree is an excellent option. Many designers and boutiques offer bespoke services where you can choose the fabric, color, embroidery style, and other details. Personalized sarees not only reflect your personal style but also ensure that you have a one-of-a-kind piece.

Caring for Your Embroidered Georgette Saree

Proper care ensures that your beautiful saree remains in pristine condition for years to come. Here are some tips:

Storage: Store your saree in a cool, dry place. Use muslin cloth to wrap the saree, which helps in protecting the embroidery.

Cleaning: Dry cleaning is recommended for heavily embroidered sarees to maintain the quality of the fabric and the embellishments.

Handling: Be gentle when handling the saree to avoid pulling or damaging the embroidery threads. Avoid wearing heavy jewelry that might snag the fabric.

Conclusion: Embrace the Elegance of Embroidered Georgette Sarees

Embroidered georgette sarees encapsulate the essence of Indian tradition while offering modern comfort and style. From vibrant rani color sarees to intricate wedding ensembles, these sarees are perfect for any occasion. Whether you prefer heavy embroidery or subtle designs, there's a georgette saree that will suit your taste and make you stand out.

Invest in these timeless pieces, experiment with different styles, and embrace the elegance and grace that only a beautifully embroidered georgette saree can offer. With the right care and styling, these sarees will remain a cherished part of your wardrobe, ready to make you shine at every event.

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[nightcloudsz]

today:

laundry

make the bed

work on beadwork: goal is 4 hours

pick out 3 sets of centers and outline them

pick out beads for next pair

make a pair of earrings

back #2 pair of earrings

edge #3 pair of earrings

update o with earring photos

cut out 5 more centers

glue down 5 centers

seal the first 5 centers

make a new pair of centers

place bulk bead order

do barnes and noble order

maths - sect. 3 lecture + homework, time sheet assignment

français - section b.1

MGD - watch illustrator intro video, look for inspo for project

read for 10 pages

do laundry

[calicocringe]

What does the metis in your bio mean? Is it about the greek goddess?

I actually didn't know there was a greek goddess called Metis until I looked it up just now lol but that's super cool!

Anyway,

I am Métis. This means that I have both Indigenous and European ancestry (French and Cree in my case), as well as possessing a Métis citizenship card. There are communities in both the U.S. as well as in Canada but it appears that the former doesn't really have as much of a distinct Métis community which might explain why you haven't heard of us before. I added my ethnicity in my bio as a clarifier of sorts for when I reblog more political posts so as to add a bit of context as to where I'm coming from regarding certain issues.

Thank you for asking 💛🌼✨

[ladywynneoutlander]

Hi guys. So I am writing a little story for the holiday season. It is very fluff-tastic, mostly family and love with a minimum of plot. I very much hope someone enjoys it!

Heart’s Abundance

Part 1 - Giving Thanks

Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5 , Part 6

Bree and I are sitting in the kitchen, enjoying my own special blend of “Liberty Tea,” a mixture of dried strawberry leaves, lemon balm, and chamomile. It is hot, fragrant, and delicious. As we sip, the afternoon sun warms the whole room, giving the feeling of a golden cocoon in the midst of a particularly cold November day. Adso is with us, basking in a windowsill, and we are all practically purring with contentment. Then the sound of dried leaves crackling underfoot reaches our ears. We have visitors. Brianna and I sigh slightly but smile at each other. She opens the door while I take a honey cake from the cupboard.  

It is Young Ian and Rachel. I smile warmly at them. Ian is dressed in particular native splendor today, owing to a visit from a group of prominent Mohawks passing through. His head is freshly plucked and spiked, with metal ornaments and turkey feathers hanging from the back.  Over his pink calico shirt is a vest decorated with astonishing beadwork, and his buckskin trousers are fringed. Next to him Rachel’s Quaker attire is a contrast. She is in a gray wool dress with plain white cap and kerchief. As she enters the sunny room, she unwraps her shawl to reveal the newest Murray, snuggled in a sling against his mother.

Brianna closes the door behind them, then her face lights with a smile, “Why, you look like a Thanksgiving pageant!”

The couple look at each other in incomprehension. “A what, cuz?” Ian inquires.

“You know! When the Pilgrims and Indians ate together. At Plymouth? It was a long time ago…” Her voice becomes more hesitant as the faces of our guests remain blank.

I understand the difficulty. Thanksgiving isn’t celebrated now, even though the famous harvest meal happened more than one hundred years before. I’m struggling to salvage this time-travel faux pas when Jamie steps through the door leading to the front of the house. He bends to kiss my cheek then crosses to wiggle a finger at the newly freed baby. “And what’s that then?” he says, turning to Brianna. “Is thanksgiving not something you do, no a meal?”

“Well…” she hesitates, then boldly rushes on. “Where I grew up, in Boston, some people take a day near the end of November to give thanks for their blessings. They celebrate with a feast and invite close friends and family.”

“It sounds lovely,” Rachel says kindly, “though oughtn’t we to give thanks every day?”

“Of course,” Brianna agrees, ‘it’s just nice to take a special moment for it now and then.” She looks wistfully at me. “Right Mama?”

Suddenly I recall craft-paper feathers, Macy’s parade on the television, and the taste of a cranberry jello salad in perfect vividness. I move to stand by Brianna and take her arm, smiling softly in understanding. “Yes, darling. It is.”

Jamie looks at us and his own face grows tender. Rachel still looks confused, but Ian, who has been watching carefully exclaims, “Sounds like a fine idea! We should have our own thanks meal, aye?”

I look at Ian gratefully, thankful indeed for his enthusiastic spirit. I also see Jamie’s face. It is creasing slowly into a smile. “Aye. We should.”

Brianna’s hand tightens on my arm in excitement. “Great! We’ll have Thanksgiving on the Ridge!”

-o0OOO0o-

A few days later I pull Brianna’s turkey out of the oven and baste it well with drippings, butter, and thyme before pushing it back inside for another half hour. It is nearly time to eat and the bounty of the Ridge is spread throughout the kitchen. It will be a delicious meal (if I do say so myself). The smell is heaven, and by the discreet peeking and increasingly frequent visits of men and small children, they think so too.

Jamie and Brianna brought down this large tom the day before. Even with ten people there would be plenty to go around. I had also dug the last of the fresh vegetables and emptied the pantry. Fanny had spent the entire prior afternoon baking. It would be a feast indeed.

The table is set and festooned with colorful dried leaves and pinecones. Roger even wove a clever cornucopia from twigs and filled it with gourds. Perfect. The turkey has a chestnut mushroom stuffing. There are also yams and brussels sprouts and onion gravy, and (elegance indeed!) yeast dinner rolls rather than corn bread. Crocks of butter and honey and jam round out the meal. My mouth waters just setting it all out.

Soon everyone gathers and we ceremoniously present the pièce de résistance on a platter. Looking from face to face around our large farm table I see Fanny’s eyes widen and smile happily to myself. We are all here, Brianna, Roger, Jem, and Mandy. Germain and Fanny. Jenny and Ian and Rachel with the baby sleeping peacefully in a basket. Jamie takes my hand and gives it a squeeze, then leans over and whispers, “I often think your time strange, Sassenach, but this is fine, aye?” He kisses my lips softly.

The others, used to us, are chattering away. Jamie straightens, clears his throat and waits for quiet, then looks to the end of the table, saying formally, “Ieremiah, an toireadh tu taing?“

Jem, sensitive to the honor thus bestowed, sits up straight as an arrow, “Aye, sir.” He folds his hands before him and I am suddenly reminded of my first dinner at Leoch, when young Hamish said grace. Jem has the same red hair. I add Hamish to my prayers as we all bow our heads together.

“Dear Holy Father. Thank ye for the food before us. Thank ye for our family and friends. Bless us, O Lord, and help us to do good always. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

“Amen,” the table echoes.  

Jemmy peaks at his father, and at Roger’s nod of approval relaxes happily in his chair. Jamie carves and wafts of fragrant steam are released. The table makes noises of appreciation all around. We fill our plates and enjoy the meal.

“You know,” Roger says, buttering a roll. Since we are giving thanks today, maybe we should each say something we’re thankful for. I believe that’s something they do in Boston, aye Brianna?” He smiles at his wife and she nods.

“Oh yes, it’s a tradition.” When no one volunteers she goes on, and looking directly at Jamie and I, “I’m thankful to be home.” Brianna then turns to Mandy on her right. “And what about you sweetheart? What are you thankful for?”

Mandy turns up a honey-smeared face and smiles. “I thankful for Esmeralda!”

Everyone chuckles and Roger goes next. “I’m thankful for family, for my wife and bairns.”

Jem says, “I’m thankful for Grandda. And Grandma,” he adds hastily.

Germain is next. “I’m thankful for my friends.” He smiles at Fanny and Jem.

Fanny answers in a small voice, “I’m thankful to Mr. and Mrs. Fraser for keeping me.”

“Oh Fanny,” I say gently, “We want to.” She blinks quickly and gives a small smile and we continue.

Jenny, Ian, and Rachel take their turns.

“I’m thankful for our new wee bairn.”

“I’m thankful to have my mam here, and my wife.”

“I’m thankful for the peace we enjoy here.”

Jamie says simply, “I’m thankful for ye, Sassenach.”

I look around the table slowly and finally turn my face up to Jamie, the man who is my heart, “I’m thankful for each of us. For love and family. For every moment.”

“Amen,” he says, and kisses me.

-o0OOO0o-

Soon afterward the table is cleared, and dessert brought out. We have apple tansey, clootie dumpling, and for Brianna, pumpkin pie. There is also custard and sweet cream. I am just setting coffee to boil when a solid thump sounds on the front door. Everyone freezes in surprise for a heartbeat. Visitors are nearly unheard-of this time of year. Then, just as chaos breaks out, Jamie rises. He walks to the front of the house, myself close behind. He seems unhurried and calm, but I notice he carries the carving knife in his left hand.

Jamie opens the door, letting in a blast of frigid November air. What greets us looks like nothing so much as a bear covered in deer hide. Albeit a bear with merry blue eyes glinting above his beard.

“Myers!” Jamie greets the mountain man warmly, discreetly passing the knife to me. I stash it in my deep pocket. “Welcome! What brings ye here so late in the year?”

The bristles part with Myers’ grin. “Well, I’ll tell ‘ee sir. I’ve come wi’ company. Found ‘im near frozen on his way up from Cross Creek.” He steps aside to reveal a second figure in the dooryard, just as tall, but more solidly built.

Peering around Jamie’s shoulder my mouth falls open in shock. The last person I ever expected to see on the Ridge is the Ninth Earl of Ellesmere.

For once I recover more quickly than Jamie, and step around my husband. “William!” I say in sincere pleasure.

The young man looks up a bit uncertainly, then seeing my happiness recovers himself. “Mother Claire.” He might have said more but is prevented by a blur of yellow homespun that comes hurtling through the door and crashes into his middle. William teeters precariously at the impact before coming solidly back to his feet, Frances Pocock clinging to him in perfect imitation of a baby opossum on its mother’s back.

“William! Oh William! I thought I might never th-, see you again!”

William gingerly pats the capped head. “It’s good to see you again too, Fanny.” He smiles gently down, a slight shadow passing briefly in the depths of his slanted eyes. He gently disentangled Fanny and turns to Jamie. “I hope our arrival isn’t a cause of inconvenience to you sir. I…”

Seeing him hesitate I break in as politely as I can. “Of course not! You are both most welcome! Come in and warm up. We are just about to have dessert.”

I usher the newcomers and the gaping crowd back into the kitchen. In a few moments of flurried activity William and John Quincey are greeted by all and settled at the table, the children relocated to stools.

“We had a fine harvest this year so we’re having a wee meal to celebrate and give thanks for it,” Jamie explains, smiling.

“Judging from this bounty, indeed you have!” Myers exclaims as he unabashedly fills his plate with apple tansey, sweet cream, and one of the remaining rolls covered in honey and jam. Jem and Germain looking on in fascination.

I pour him coffee, hiding a smile. “We’re pleased to share it with you.”

William eats more sedately, but with evident pleasure. Watching him, Fanny on one side and Brianna on the other, I wonder suddenly why he has come. Then I look at Jamie. He is watching the boy as well, and though his face is expressionless, to me his eyes reveal the joy he takes in the sight. No. The reason doesn’t matter. I slide my arm around Jamie’s and lean against him, expressing without words my own joy in his happiness.

[sweetness47]

The Shaman’s Choice Ch. 4

Pairing Alpha!Sam x Omega!Reader

Characters of the series include: Alpha!Dean x Omega!Jo, reader’s parents, Reader’s grandmother, Reader’s brothers (Darren OC & Michael OC), Mary, Jack, Apocalypse Archangel!Michael

Chapter 4:

@spnkinkbingo square filled (case fic)

@spnabobingo square filled (Jealous Alpha)

@samwinchesterbingo square filled (free space)

Word Count: 3053

Summary: So this is an SPN fic, but contains a lot of wild AU ideas. Bear with me while the story unfolds, and enjoy it.

Warnings for all chapters just in case: MATURE 18+ READERS ONLY! smut, sex, unprotected sex, abo dynamics, knotting, mating bites, claiming, oral, shower sex, sibling arguments, swearing, violence, mentions of brother in love with sister (unhealthy obsession, jealousy)

The entire bunker was echoing as Sam let out a loud “Whoop!!” and kissed his Omega. Well wishes came from all, but none more thrilled than the expectant parents. YN put in a call to her own parents, not giving details, but asking if she and Sam could come by for a visit. (Mom & Dad) were happy to hear from their daughter, and even more thrilled to have them visit.

The four-hour drive was filled with plans for a nursery as well as lots of ideas for baby names. YN made sure to tell Sam about the estate, more specifically the fact that it was quite extensive. She didn’t want him to feel uncomfortable with the fact that her family was rich. Sam assured her that he was fine and not to worry.

She worried anyways, because Michael would also be there. They hadn’t spoken or seen each other since that first night she met Sam. Her mind drifted back to memories of when she and Michael were younger, and compared them to Sam’s first impression of her brother. Jealousy.

Sam looked over at YN. “You ok?” he asked.

She nodded. “Yeah, just thinking about Michael. Haven’t seen or heard from him since that first night. Darren has checked in more than Mike. Hell, I’ve heard from my Nana more than from Mike.”

She looked over at Sam and sighed. He sensed her sadness, but he didn’t know what to say. He did, however, want to kick her brother’s ass for hurting YN like that. But he wouldn’t, not without a damn good reason anyways.

She was so pre-occupied that she almost missed the private road. “Turn here Sam.”

He slowed and turned, stopping when he hit a dead end five minutes later. “YN?”

“Apparuistis.” She exclaimed.

Where stood a dense forest now appeared a large security gate. Sam gave a low whistle of wonder as he surveyed the extensive grounds, driving up to the parking area YN had pointed to, and putting the Impala in park. Dean was a tad apprehensive about loaning Baby, but he trusted his brother and YN implicitly. The classic car was in impeccable condition, and would impress everyone.

Both were greeted warmly by YN’s parents, Nana, and Darren. Michael was no where to be found. She asked the question that weighed on her, though in her heart, she already knew the answer. “Mama, where’s Mike?”

The room went quiet. It was Darren who spoke up. “YN, no one’s seen him for days. He disappeared shortly after you and Sam got together.”

Tears fell from YN’s eyes, and Sam wrapped his arms and escorted her to the living room. The others followed, bringing mint tea and some fresh baked cookies. YN felt a bit better after partaking in the refreshments. Her mother sat down beside her, and attempted a distraction.

“So, why the sudden visit, YN?”

YN glanced over at Sam, who smiled and gave her hand a reassuring squeeze. “Well…Sam and I are having twins!”

Sam nearly choked on his cookie, his eyes wide as saucers. Shouts of joy filled the parlour as the family celebrated, hugging both Sam and YN. Sam wore a huge grin for the rest of the day, through dinner, dessert, and the entire night. Twins! He wasn’t just gonna be a father, he was going to be a father twice! He made sweet gentle love to his Omega that night, mindful of her newfound condition.

The next morning, both were awakened by YN’s mother, who insisted they come downstairs immediately, nicely dressed. The two showered, and found nice, semi-formal clothing waiting on the bed for them. The clothes were fine silk, and Sam was surprised at how accurate the fit was. YN giggled at her Alpha’s expression, explaining some of her mother’s gifts to him. She had a knack for size and clothing creation, it was similar to how a photographic memory worked. YN stared at her dress, intricate beadwork adorning the neckline and the bodice. These were wedding clothes, or her tribe’s version of them.

The ceremony itself was short and simple, and YN wasn’t really surprised that this was planned. Sam wasn’t complaining, and neither was she. In reality, she liked this better…no big crowds, and no dress shopping. YN’s father escorted her down after her mother had escorted Sam down. Nana was standing in the parlour, waiting as (father’s name) brought her to Sam, putting her hand in his. Nana took a white silk ribbon and bound their joined hands while chanting, “Benedicite, amare, uxor, cor.”

Then, once the ribbon was secure, Nana looked at the couple and smiled. Raising her hands to the sky she whispered, “Ut benedicat haec duo sunt matrimonia iungeremus.”

The family stood. “Benedicat eis!”

YN smiled at Sam, who looked ridiculously happy, but mildly confused. “This is the kissing part.” She whispered, and Sam dove in, his mouth claiming hers as every one gathered to wish them well. The happy couple received numerous hugs and congratulations, and were thrilled beyond belief when they saw Dean and Jo, who had been invited over by Darren.

The feast lasted the better part of the day and evening. Sam and YN did manage to sneak off for a few minutes here and there, returning with slightly disheveled attire and both were blushing furiously. Everyone just acted as if that was perfectly normal, which it was for newlyweds. Darren had brought his Omega, Nikki as well, one of YN’s best friends, for the celebration. Sam, YN, Dean, Jo, Darren and Nikki talked and laughed for a better part of the night, becoming great friends by the end.

It was 5:00am when YN felt something strong, it was power, but from where she couldn’t guess. Quietly she slipped from the bed and peeked out the window to the grass below. Movement caught her eye. It almost looked like Michael, but the darkness made identifying him difficult. Stupid dickhead! If he’d gotten involved with drugs or some such shit, she’d kill him.

As quietly as she could, she slipped on joggers and a tee, carrying her runners so she wouldn’t make noise. She almost made it to the bedroom door.

“Where are you going, Omega?” came the groggy, yet commanding voice of her Alpha.

“Outside for a minute. I thought I heard something. I’m going to check it out.” YN whispered.

Before she could even blink he was there beside her. “Half truths are almost the same as lying YN. Talk to me.”

‘How can I? It could take you away from me! From our children!’

Her thoughts cried out to him, but she remained silent. Forasmuch as she wanted to tell him the truth, there was too much risk. Or was there. If this was to do with Mike, and her gut feeling, then she needed to keep Sam as far away as possible.

Still, despite the prophecy, he could end up involved or worse, killed. Tears fell from her (eye color) orbs, and she allowed Sam to hold her as sobs broke out. Sam soothed her with gentle words, stroking her hair, until she was able to talk.

“Oh Sam, I am so afraid of losing you, that’s why I haven’t said anything. Please stay here. I couldn’t bare it if you died because of me. Please Sam!”

Her Alpha sighed. He could sense her fear and the truth behind her words. But he had vowed to protect her, to keep her safe, and that wasn’t going to happen if she went by herself.

“Omega, look at me, please.” YN brought her eyes up to meet his. “I made a promise to your father and mother, that I would protect you, and I intend to uphold my promise, and my vow to you. I’m coming with you, and there’s no talking me out of it.”

He held her close, nuzzling her neck as he always did. It brought her some comfort, his scent had become her own personal calming agent. Besides, at least this way she could watch him, and ensure his safety. Plus, there were the pups to think about now, she really couldn’t blame him for wanting to come. She just didn’t want to lose him either, so right then she decided to dig her own path, and stray from the warnings.

“Ok, Sam, but I need to tell you something first. Please don’t hate me.” YN’s voice was barely a whisper.

“I could never hate you.” Came his reply.

He pulled her onto his lap as she began to speak, telling him the whole story: the prophecy, the powers, the mark…all of it. Once finished, she closed her eyes and waited for the yelling and hurt feelings that she was so sure would follow. Instead, Sam stroked her hair and kissed the top of her head.

“We’ll be ok YN, promise.” He whispered. “I’ve got your back always.”

She wanted to believe him. Her mind blocked out the negative as she and her Alpha made their way outside. She had to believe his promise, or she wouldn’t be able to do this, whatever this was. Michael had disappeared from view, but his scent was strong, too strong. Mike was in a rut, a bad one. Sam noticed it too, a low growl escaping his chest as he followed his Omega closely, senses on high alert. Brother or not, if he made any move toward YN that Sam perceived as threatening, Sam would tear Michael to shreds.

The scent continued deep into the woods. Sam held YN’s hand, never wanting to let go. He had a bad feeling, one that only intensified after hearing YN’s story, and hearing about the prophecy. And now with Michael in a rut? That just added to the excitement.

YN motioned for them to stop, so they waited and listened. Voices, two distinct ones, Michael and one she didn’t recognize, were coming from the clearing. Then light flashed, bright enough to blind the eavesdroppers briefly.

The light faded as Michael’s voice rang out, or at least it sounded like Mike. But YN knew her brother well enough. Whoever was talking, it most certainly was not her twin.

“YN? Come closer. Bring your mate. I know your there. Don’t make me come find you.”

Sam squeezed her hand with some reassurance, and the two stepped into the open. The man before them smelled like her brother, and yet it didn’t smell or sound like him. The saw his eyes, and Sam knew what had happened.

“Michael.” He said quietly.

YN looked at her Alpha with even more confusion. “Sam, what…?”

Sam stopped her. “No YN, not your brother. The Archangel Michael.”

Michael stepped forward, and Sam bared his fangs, growling deep in his chest. “Stay back. You touch her and I’ll rip you apart.”

The Archangel-turned-Alpha flicked his wrist, expecting to send Sam flying against the nearest tree. But he didn’t.

Instead, at the same moment, YN’s voice rang out.

“Clipeum!”

Sam stood as the force went around his form, shocking him but his anger never waivered. YN wasn’t even close to being done, however.

“Ignis!”

Michael was caught off guard at the sudden attack, and his meat suit went flying against the nearest tree. His clothes were slightly charred, but still intact. He wasted no time, and gained the upper hand while YN was focused on the offense. He lifted Sam into the air, slowly constricting his airways.

YN cried out. “No! Leave him alone!”

Michael pondered this, his mouth turning slowly into a smile that made YN shiver. “Why should I? He and his brother have been thorns in my side for a while now. Plus…, he added, “This one took you as his mate, before your brother could claim you as his own.”

YN visibly paled, but she stood her ground. “Michael please. You know he’s my soulmate! Leave him be. Please! I’ll do anything. Just don’t hurt him.” Tears fell as she begged the Archangel for mercy.

“Be careful what you promise, YN. Here’s the deal. I’ll leave your Alpha alive, hell I’ll spare all the Winchesters if…” his smile turned dark, and YN felt nauseous, “You renounce Sam and take me as your Alpha.”

“NO!” Sam screamed, his eyes read with anger. “YN, don’t! Live free! I’m not worth that.” He stared at his nemesis/brother in law. “You can’t trust him.”

YN’s heart was torn. Her love for Sam, and her desire to keep him safe, versus an eternity of misery in a loveless union, with her own flesh and blood as her Alpha. She felt sick inside. What kind of choice was this? The outcome sucked either way. If she said no, Sam would die. If she said yes, Sam would live but she would no longer be his. Sam was right though. There was no guarantee Michael would keep his word. Then she had another thought.

“If I say yes, Sam, Dean, and all their family and friends live. You don’t touch them, you don’t hurt them in any way. And when my pups are born, Sam gets sole custody of them, his to raise. That’s my condition. If you go back on the deal, our union is void and Sam becomes mine again.”

“YN! Don’t worry about me! Let me go. Don’t give in to that monster!” Sam cried.

Tears fell hard. “I love you too much Sam. I can’t watch him kill you. Promise me you’ll take good care of our pups. Please!”

Sam nodded, and YN turned to Michael. “Do we have a deal, Michael?” She held her hand out to her brother-turned-angel.

Michael stepped forth to grab the hand, eager to seal the deal. “We do indeed.”

YN’s hand closed around her brother’s hand and smiled. “NOW SAM!”

Michael frowned and went to move, but realized quickly that he was frozen in place. Then fear filled him as Sam spoke an all too familiar verse:

Omnipotentis dei potestatem invoco

Omnipotentis dei potestatem invoco

Aborbe terra

Hunc angelum omne obsequendum

Domine expuet

Domine expuet

Ut deum ad empyreum remittat

 YN, still holding his hand, clarified. “See, you are smart, the whole plan was actually pretty good. But, both you and my dumbass brother overlooked a few things.”

Sam stood up, no longer in Michael’s power, and came to stand beside his Omega.

YN continued. “My brother and I are twins…identical twins. Near impossible, I know, but our DNA will prove it. We share a special connection no one else does. Telepathy. I knew the moment he came to you. I knew all of it, all the betrayal. I wanted so hard to believe that my own brother wasn’t capable of that. I tried to find a way to bring him back to us.”

Sam spoke then. “YN told me everything. The reason you can’t move? Her palm has an angel trap on it, bound with her power. She is indeed very powerful, I’d venture more powerful than you. And…”, he leaned in close, teeth bared, “she’s mine.”

YN let his hand go then, and Michael, the archangel, began to leave her brother’s body. But in a parting shot, the angel went to send Sam flying against the nearest tree in an attempt to kill him, but YN felt the thought and pushed Sam out of the way, the blast sending her flying, crashing against a large pine. Bones shattered, and YN cried out, her body crumpling to the ground. Sam screamed her name, his rage directed at Michael, incinerating him and his host. He ran to his Omega, his beautiful YN, checking for a pulse.

He found none.

Sam’s grief was great. His voice howled through the woods as he mourned his loss. As he lay his head on her chest, tears covering her shirt, he stroked her hair and kissed her, then he covered his face as sadness consumed him.

There was movement, but none that he noticed at first. Sam’s tears began to glow, and disappear into YN’s skin. Then his eyes snapped open as the shattered bones of her spine began to pull themselves back together. Her lungs drew breath, and YN coughed as her eyes opened, the oxygen flooding her system.

Sam’s jaw dropped to the ground, staring at the miracle that had just happened. He wasted no time in gathering her into his arms, kissing her fiercely. She moaned, partly from pain and confusion, and partly because she was enjoying the attentions her alpha was showing her. She knew partly the reason for the emotional overflow…she’d died…and honestly she wasn’t sure how she was sitting up and breathing. That’s when she felt it, or rather them…her twins! They had used healing power on her, which was near unheard of. Most infants, no matter their lineage, didn’t have that kind of knowledge.

Sam’s power though, she knew where that came from. She’d given him the ability to share her powers when she had left her mark on his shoulder, in other words, the mating bite she’d bestowed upon him. The prophecy. She shook her head as everything fell into place.

Then there was her twin…the one puzzle piece she had wanted to be wrong about. His behavior made sense now, but it was still alot for her to process. Sam helped YN to stand up, supporting her until he was sure she wouldn’t fall, and together they started back to the house. She had no idea what she was going to tell her parents or Darren, but at least now she felt safe, felt at peace. There were no more threats or immediate danger to her or Sam.

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Five Things Meme

tagged by @persephinae​ 

5 things you’ll find in my bag: 1. notebooks 2. Keys to cars I don’t have anymore 3. pens 4. toothbrush 5. usb charger

5 things you’ll find in my bedroom: 1. big comfy chairs 2. coffee table 3. standing mirror 4. bookshelves 5. 80 gallon tote with blanket to disguise it as a table

5 things I’ve always wanted to do in life: 1. Travel - TO SPACE!!! but also Earth places too 2. get a doctorate so I can be a doctor, but not a medical doctor, a useless liberal arts doctor *alternately, a masters of fine arts so I can be a Mighty Fine Artist (right now I am a Barely Fine Artist with a BFA) 3. eat wooly mammoth meat 4. be published 5. get my shit together 

5 things that make me happy: 1. music 2. friends 3. cute animals 4. finishing projects 5. playing video games

5 things I’m currently into: 1. the adventure zone 2. tales games 3. self help books on career goals and shit 4. mass effect 5. fma’s been coming back onto my radar, maybe I should reread it

5 things on my to do list: 1. update resume and start looking for a new job in a different field 2. do more beadwork so I can start selling shit on etsy or something 3. write more, especially on infinity mechanism since it’s been a year 4. draw more 5. save money for all the shit going down in june and just in general

5 things people may not know about me: 1.  I once played the same tetris game on marathon for over three hours 2.  arc the lad was the first rpg I ever played, and final fantasy 10 was the second. until then all I’d ever played was stuff like tetris and spyro the dragon 3. I have a massive collection of shitty costume jewelry that I basically never wear. I just like how sparkly everything is   4. I have made nearly a complete deck of tarot cards. all I have left to do is finish the wands suite, and I’ve been procrastinating on that for literally 10 years (this is going to be the year I finish it, I can feel it!) ((I’ve been telling myself that for 10 years)) 5. I've taught myself like 4 different ways to do bead work using basic instructions but I’ve never tried herring bone because the instructions are intimidating

I’m tagging anyone who wants to do this. you are tagged. it is you.

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Fiber seascape to open Saturday at Port Angeles Fine Arts Center

PORT ANGELES — Tangled Fibers, a bunch of Port Townsend artists, have remodeled the Esther Webster Gallery on the Port Angeles Nice Arts Middle right into a dramatic ocean-inspired set up that opens Saturday, stated Jessical Elliott, government director of the humanities heart.

“Undersea Backyard: A Voyage of Surprise and Creativeness” is probably the most formidable mission to this point by the artists — Pat Herkal, Barbara Ramsey, Jean-Marie Tarascio and Cathie Wier, Elliott stated.

The exhibit will likely be on show within the gallery and on-line at pafac.org by means of Nov. 15.

On Saturday will likely be a particular members preview from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., adopted by public viewing hours by means of 5 p.m. on the gallery at 1203 E. Lauridsen Blvd. The middle will proceed with common hours from 11 a.m. to five p.m. Thursdays by means of Sundays by means of Nov. 15.

The middle will proceed its adherence to strict security procedures, together with requiring masks for all guests and limiting the variety of folks within the gallery at a time. These planning a go to are inspired to test the middle’s web site for probably the most up-to-date details about security necessities.

The Tangled Fibers artists have been assembly repeatedly and dealing collectively for about 4 years, and have exhibited two earlier collaborative tasks, Flora Fauna Fiber (2017) and Kelp Forest (2019), each in Port Townsend, Elliott stated in a press launch.

In Undersea Backyard, the primary room of the gallery homes a conventional exhibition format, with particular person artwork objects displayed on pedestals or held on the wall, whereas the middle’s facet gallery will home an immersive seascape with kelp forests, coral formations, and all method of sea life.

“Among the creatures are painstakingly true-to-life,” writes Ramsey in an introduction to the exhibit, “whereas others are merely merchandise of our ocean-fevered imaginations.”

Stated Elliott: “This mix of in depth analysis and unfettered creativity makes for an exhibit layered with pleasant surprises.”

The 4 artists work in associated however distinct strategies.

Ramsey’s hand-dyed materials and quilted works render her topics in summary shapes and colours, whereas Tarascio’s ethereal, gravity-defying sculptures incorporate gauzy material and hand-made papers to counsel the weightlessness and transparency of an underwater atmosphere, Elliott stated.

Herkal’s intricate beadwork and embroidery depict the tiny, jewel-like worlds of tidepools and the intricate our bodies of sea creatures, whereas Wier’s handwoven items and gathered materials are paying homage to flowing water and ocean currents, Elliott continued.

Along with the exhibit, the artists have created a guide documenting the mission with photos and quotations. Copies will likely be accessible for buy within the heart’s reward store, together with a choice of reward objects created by every of the Tangled Fibers artists.

A lot of the artwork within the exhibit will likely be accessible for buy as effectively.

In step with the spirit of the exhibit, the artists have dedicated to donate a portion of the present’s proceeds to the Marine Science Middle in Port Townsend, Elliott stated.

Collaboration is an particularly potent recipe for inventive work, stated Sarah Jane, who serves as the humanities heart’s gallery and program director, within the launch.

“Lots of the nice historic artwork actions grew from artists working carefully collectively: exchanging concepts and inspiration, introducing each other to new supplies or strategies, and dealing collectively to unravel inventive issues,” Jane stated.

Inventive collaboration would be the subject on the heart’s upcoming digital ArtBites occasion, that includes three of the Tangled Fibers artists, on Sept. 25. Tickets to this informal occasion, which will likely be hosted on Zoom, are $10 and can be found for buy on the center’s website.

The total exhibition will likely be accessible on-line for viewing or buy, guaranteeing entry for people who find themselves isolating at residence or unable to journey. On-line guests will discover photographs of every art work, written statements from the taking part artists, and a video tour by means of the gallery.

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Best Magnifying Lamps for Crafts Reviews

Best Magnifying Lamps for Crafts: Working for a long time on those tiny little objects requires more focus and can be incredibly stressful for precious eyes.  Doing things like detailing embroidery, or designing electric circuits, could take a lot of energy to focus on the things and there is no better way to do that unless you have a clear vision. With the help of these magnifying lamps for crafts, you can do the work in time, protect your eyesight, and aid your vision. If you have to work on those projects for a long time then you can always choose best magnifying lamps for crafts because nowadays they are trending worldwide and people are using them for sewing, crafting, beadwork, quilting, wood carving, cross-stitching, jewelry miniatures, embroidery, and other activities for detailed work.

10 Best Magnifying Lamps for Crafts:

1)Brightech Litespan LED Craft & Reading Floor Lamp:

Sturdy, safe, and efficient indoor lighting This amazing brightech litespan LED craft floor lamp comes with many amazing features that you can utilize for many projects and it will allow you to magnify things in a way your eyes won’t feel any strain. This product is made from expert use only and has a 4.6 inches wider convex lens that can quickly amplify the room. You can use it for hobbies to read and offices for work. If you truly want to enjoy natural LED daylight then this is the one you should go for. Brightech LED craft floor lamp produces more than 7,000K natural light with an output of 1,500 lumens. This lamp also adds 12 watts saving light with a multiyear of life, so you never need to replace the bulb. You will be glad to know that the litespan does not produce any heat and comes with energy-saving halogen so you can enjoy long-lasting bright light. The magnification can magnify and adjusted thanks to its gooseneck. It is a modern standing pole light that illuminates up to 10 watts intensity and controllable color. You can put it anywhere you like for work or to study. The brightech litespan crafting lamp comes with a high stability base which means it can remain cool after hours of work. There are no accidental crashes, overheating because this soft night like will give you orange view to help you accomplish your work in time. Users score: 4.7/5  

2)Brightech Bright LED Lamp for Reading & Crafts:

Power saving LED, modern design, and dimmable lighting effects The litespan LED has come up with 2nd edition but this is a slimmer version that is considered a perfect versatile magnifying lamp for crafting and also can be used for many other purposes. It has a strong, solid, and portable metal base and elevated in a way to blend with your home decoration. The best part of this lamp is that you don’t need to assemble it because it comes in one single unit that will satisfy all your needs. This brightech slim litespan is super awesome for reading on your sofas and comes with 3,000 lumens with an adjustable color temperature in both warm and cool bright lights. There is a reason why this lamp can give you sharpen contrast for crafts and arts, sewing, knitting, and lash extension with a yellow color which is easier for eyes to focus and save vision. The lamp can be useful even more with a nice touch of gooseneck that you can use in living rooms and could prove beneficial for both cozy and warm situations. Thanks to its slender the lamp can easily zoom around 12 inches with the magnification power of 200% accuracy. The plus point of this model is that it is safe around kids with long term halogen energy-saving options. Its larger magnifier authentic glass lens has a focal range around 20 inches that provides you the convenience of using anywhere you like. Users score: 4.8/5  

3)Brightech Leaf LED Touch Floor Lamp for Crafts:

Durable, non-glaring light, and relieves stress mistakes The time has come for you to illuminate your reading, quilting, sewing, beading, crafts, and electric repair thanks to this spectacular brightech leaf LED lamp. This product can generate around 1200 lumens and different shades to help you focus freely without putting too much pressure on your eyes. You can place it in any narrow area and you will be happy to know that the light will perform certain tasks and bright your rooms unlike any other. This is why many LED bulbs and lights do not match their power and efficiency. Birghtech leaf crafting lamp is functional, modern style, and has a compact design that looks even greater for various decorations such as, traditional, contemporary, industrial, urban, upscale rustic, and arts as well. The slender design allows you this lamp to easily move from room to room without taking too much space. The adjustable pivoting swing arm and head give you a unique style for lighting and magnification. With this on your side, you no longer need to worry about putting your eyes into danger because even people with weak eyesight can use it. If you are a person who is searching for a decent lamp for designing and making crafts then this one is your best choice. It has around 5.8 glass magnifying lenses to help you in your work especially in handwork. You must have this great gadget in your office, or homes to read and do work. The LED dimmable bulb can change color from 3000k to 6000k. If you need to work in a corner with no power outlets then this one could prove phenomenal in just 8 watts. Users score: 4.8/5  

4)PHIVE Dimmable LED Floor Lamp for Reading:

Highly adjustable, satisfying illumination and eye caring (no flickering, no glaring, and no ghosting) Phive LED floor lamp is one of the best magnifying lamps for crafts that could assist you in many ways including miniatures, paintings and much more. As a house owner or as a craftsman you can depend on this magnifying lamp for years because of its extraordinary durability. This lamp has a big architect style that can be extended up to 48 inches and help you with every detail with power of 7-inch diopter glass lens that can be magnified up to 230% focus for eyes. You can also use it for lock pin and fix it in one place to your desired position and view the work with its brilliant spectrum daylight bulb that generates on 20 watts. PHIVE has made an eye-friendly LED floor lamp that offers you 4 different color modes and illumination to brighten up your life. This is a superbly lightweight, portable crafting lamp that has a user-friendly 10 watts bulb and adjustable gooseneck for all your personal needs. You easily cover up the glass lens to keep it safe from dust and images are crystal clear. The best selling point of this lamp is its performance that lasts longer than any other magnifying lamp. This is why it is backed with a lifetime warranty and you can put in your backpack and take anywhere you like. Users score: 4.6/5  

5)Joly joy Modern LED Floor Lamp for Crafting & Reading:

The convenient, versatile, and controllable LED lighting If you truly want to change the way your room feels then you must choose Joly joy modern LED floor lamp that is a very powerful and authentic magnifying product with a 7-inch magnification capability. It is twice stronger than any average lamps. Once you have put in your room or office it will offer you an extra lens with 8 times magnification power to zoom around an unbelievable 190%. This lamp has glare-free LED lights that are embedded below the lens and could illuminate any area under its observation with more efficiency. You will love the stability and balance thanks to its solid base and gooseneck flexibility to allow you to move it to any direction you require. Joly joy magnifying lamp offers soft illumination, non-slippery metal base, and sturdy look that does not take much space and provides 2 in 1 performance both in zoom and lighting you deserve. Users score: 4.6/5  

6)14W Brightness LED Floor Lamp with Craft Lights:

Strong, long-lasting, and energy-efficient This astounding LED floor lamp carries many stunning highlights that you can use for some ventures and it will enable you to amplify things in a manner your eyes won't feel any strain with great precision. This item is produced using an instructor utilize just and has 4.6 inches more extensive raised a focal point that can rapidly intensify the room. You can utilize it for diversions to peruse and workplaces for work. If you need to appreciate common LED light, at that point this is the one you need to go to work for hours. ADDION LED lamp creates floor light that delivers more than 5,000K common light with a yield of 1,500 lumens. This light additionally includes 22 watts sparing light with a multiyear of life, so you never need to supplant the bulb. You will realize that this lamp doesn't deliver any warmth and accompanies vitality sparing halogen so you can appreciate enduring brilliant light. The amplification can amplify and balanced gratitude to its gooseneck. It is a cutting edge standing post lights that enlighten up to 10 watts force and controllable shading. You can put it anyplace you like for work. The 14W brightness can create light accompanies a high-security base which implies it can stay the cool night of working. There are no inadvertent accidents, overheating since this delicate night like will give you a view to assisting you with achieving your work. Users score: 4.5/5   

7)BYINGO LED Floor Lamp for Reading & Crafting:

Modern simplicity style, touch control, and sleek design The BYINGO LED is mart and handy yet this is an ecological gesture that is viewed as an ideal adaptable amplifying light for creating and can be utilized for some different purposes. It has a solid, strong, and compact metal base and raised in a manner to mix with your home adornment. The best piece of this light is you don't have to gather it since it comes in a single unit that will fulfill every one of your needs. This craft lamp is very marvelous for reading on your couches and accompanies 5,000 lumens with a customizable shading temperature in both warm and cool brilliant lights. There is a motivation behind why this light can give you hone differentiate for artworks and, sewing, weaving, and lash augmentation with various shading which is simpler for eyes to the center. The light can be helped considerably more with a decent bit of gooseneck that you can use in family rooms and could demonstrate useful for both comfortable and warm circumstances. It is light can without much of a stretch zoom 80 different luminance’s with the amplification intensity of 170% precision. The step-less dimmable technology in addition to the purpose of this model is that it is sheltered around kids with long haul halogen that is perfect for comfort. Its bigger magnifier real glass focal point has a central range around 10 inches that gives you the comfort of utilizing anyplace you like because you can bend it, rotate it, to any direction. Users score: 4.2/5  

8)BYINGO 12W Dimmable Touch Sensor LED Floor Lamp:

Optimum illumination, anti-flicker and glare system, eyes protected A new and amazing crafting lamp has arrived for you to use it for, sewing, beading, artworks, and electric fix because of this astounding BYINGO dimmable gooseneck LED light. This item can produce around 1900 lumens and various shades to assist you with centering openly without putting a lot of weight on eyes thanks to its 2 in 1 touch control light intensity system. You can put it in any place and you will be glad to realize that the light will play out specific undertakings and splendid your rooms not at all like some other. This is the reason many LED bulbs and lights don't coordinate their capacity and effectiveness. The lamps create light with compact and present-day style and have minimal issues that look much more noteworthy for different embellishment, for example, conventional, contemporary, mechanicals. The slim structure enables you this light to effectively move from space to room without taking an excess of room. The customizable rotating swing arm and head give you an extraordinary style for lighting and amplification. With this on your side, you never again need to stress over placing your eyes into peril because even individuals with powerless vision can utilize it. you are looking for a better than average certified light quality and planning to buy a new one then this one is your best decision. It has around 7.6 glass amplifying focal points to help you in your work particularly in handwork. You should have this incredible contraption in your office, or homes to peruse and do work. The LED dimmable bulb can change shading from 5000k to 7000k. You have to work in a corner with no electrical plugs, at that point, this one could demonstrate marvelous in only 10 watts and saves 80% energy. Users score: 4.4/5  

9)BARRINA LED Floor Lamp for Reading:

Exceptionally customizable, fulfilled enlightenment and best quality BARRINA LED floor lamp is unquestionably outstanding among the best magnifying lamps for crafts that could help you from multiple points of view including miniatures, canvases and substantially more. As a craftsman or as a skilled worker you can rely upon this amplifying light for quite a long time due to its remarkable solidness. This light has a large modeler style that can be stretched out up to 48 inches and help you with everything about the intensity of an 8-inch glass focal point that can be amplified up to 230% concentration for eyes. You can likewise utilize it for lock pin and fix it in one spot to your ideal position and view the work with its splendid range bulb that creates on 20 watts. BARRINA lamp has a multi-functional remote control and made eyes look stress-free with LED functionality that offers you 6 diverse shading modes and enlightenment to light up your life. This is a lightweight, compact making lamp that has an easy to understand 13 watts bulb and movable gooseneck for all your own needs. You effectively conceal the glass focal point to guard it against residue and object images are completely clear. The top-rated purpose of this light is step-less dimming that endures longer than some other amplifying light. This is the reason it is sponsored with a 5 years guarantee and additionally, you can place it anywhere you want without worrying. Users score: 4.5/5  

10)LED Dimmable Floor Lamp for Craft, Living Room, and Reading:

360-degree rotatable flexible neck, controllable LED lighting, and good versatility you genuinely need to change how your room feels and light up your life gently, at that point you should pick an LED dimmable floor lamp that is an extremely incredible and extreme amplifying item with an 8.2-inch amplification capacity. It is twice more superior than any normal brightness. When you have placed in your room or office it will offer you an additional focal point with multiple times amplification capacity to zoom around stunning 210%. This light has glare-free LED lights that are installed with 1200 lumens the focal point and could enlighten any zone under its perception with more proficiency. You will cherish the solidness and parity of its strong base and gooseneck adaptability to enable you to move it to any position requires making your work. LED dimmable amplifying lamp for craft offer delicate brightening, non-tricky metal base, and solid look that doesn't take a lot of room and gives every presentation both in zoom and lighting you need. Users score: 4.2/5   Related Links: Best headlamps for reading Best Magnifying Floor Lamps Read the full article

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15 Day Combo Tour in Northern Tanzania

Itinerary Summary

The Combo Tour Program for 15 Days is a challenging tour program that is suitable for charity groups, students, sport groups, handicapped groups, photo crew and other special group of interest. The program take visitors to make city tour in Arusha City, cultural tour in Machame, Meru, Lake Eyasi and Masai Village, the visit to Oldupai Gorge for an archaeological tale of the Cradle of Mankind, plus wildlife safari in Tarangire, Serengeti National Parks and Ngorongoro Crater

Itinerary Description by Day

Day 1: Arrive to JRO and Transfer to Arusha Arrive into JRO and transfer to accommodation for itinerary briefing, OUT POST LODGE IN ARUSHA (Dinner) Day 2: Arusha City Tour Enjoy a leisurely breakfast today before setting off on the beginning of our cultural experience. We explore the city center before participating in Swahili language lessons and learning about Cultural Rites of Passage. Return to the lodge late afternoon for swimming and relaxation before dinner. Out post lodge (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 3: Machame Cultural Tourism Another culture-filled day mixed with a community feel as we head to the foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro for the Machame Cultural Tourism Program. We are met by successful women’s groups and take a tour of the local market and cheese factory followed by a traditional Chagga lunch. Hopefully we will also be blessed with a view of Africa’s highest mountain – and the ‘Snows of Kilimanjaro’. Outpost Lodge (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 4: Arusha – Tarangire for Wilderness Walking Adventure After an early morning breakfast, the game viewing section of itinerary begins with a transfer to Tarangire for flora and fauna field experiences and an afternoon of Wilderness Walking with a local guide. We arrive late afternoon to our tented camp. MARAMBOI TENTED CAMP (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 5: Game drive in Tarangire and Oldupai Gorge Drive off across the natural migration path of the inhabitants of Tarangire towards the Crater Highlands after breakfast, and climb the escarpment to be met with a sweeping view across the Great Rift Valley. We continue on to Oldupai Gorge for an archaeological tale of the Cradle of Mankind and a lunch box before game driving to our campsite in the Central Serengeti. We have a BBQ of goat for those who dare and an evening of stories around the campfire. NYANI CAMP (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 6: Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park After waking up at sunset and enjoying a quick breakfast, we begin game driving from the camp exit in search of early morning predator activity around the kopjes. The dew on the long grasses attracts a vast array of mammals and birdlife and the coolness of the early morning keeps them content for us to stare in awe of the intrinsic behaviours. We return to the camp for lunch and a midday rest before setting off again in the afternoon to the hippo pool or acacia woodland or nearby water sources. NYANI CAMP (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 7: Serengeti National Park Adventure Explore the Gol Plains after breakfast en-route to the Crater Highlands. We arrive to our camp for a hot lunch before taking a Wilderness Walk with a Maasai guide to learn the wonders of this area, returning in time for a sunset to remain forever in your memory. SIMBA CAMP (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 8: Ngorongoro Crater Adventure Enter the crater early morning to take full advantage of the approximate 120 species of mammals over 200 species of birdlife and variations of natural habitats. We venture around the entire floor before arriving to our lunch spot lakeside. We depart early afternoon for the scenic transfer to Lake Eyasi – home of the Hadzabe tribe. CHEM CHEM SPRING CAMP (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 9: Cultural and Hunting in Lake Eyasi with Hadzabe Before sunrise we wake to go hunting with the Hadzabe ‘Bushmen’ – a strenuous task as we walk miles in search of small mammals with our bow and poison arrows. We return mid-morning with our ‘hunter-gatherer’ wares and enjoy a well-deserved brunch at the camp. A rest follows and then we are able to sit with the village elders and discuss the current issues of the area and exchange cultural tales. CHEM CHEM SPRING CAMP (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 10: Game Drive in Lake Manyara and the Rift Valley Floor We say good bye to our ‘Bushmen’ friends and return the Rift Valley floor of Lake Manyara. En-route we enjoy a lunch box and then enter Lake Manyara for an afternoon of game driving the shores of this soda lake. Our camp is 5 minutes from the National Park gate and we arrive there late afternoon for swimming and relaxation before indulging in a delicious camp meal. TWIGA CAMP (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 11: Transfer to Arusha We enjoy a relaxed morning around the camp and a quick transfer back to Arusha where we check back into our lodge before lunch. A free afternoon follows in which you can visit the local crafts markets, restaurants or museum. Out post lodge (Breakfast, Dinner) Day 12: Cultural Tour to Meru People and Walking at Lake Duluti Today the cultural exchange continues as we enter the tribe of Meru people on the slopes of Mt Meru. We learn local farming techniques as well as the harvesting process of coffee; following the process until we grind and boil a brew for ourselves. A traditional lunch follows before continuing on to Lake Duluti for a couple of hours of bird and reptile watching from our canoes as we paddle the circumference of the lake. Out post Lodge (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) Day 13: Enjoying the Arusha Nightlife A free morning for last minute gift shopping and packing is on the menu after breakfast. As part of our farewell ceremony we partake in an evening of ‘kanga’ giving and traditional cooking classes before enjoying the Arusha nightlife – guides still on hand for assistance. Out post lodge (Breakfast, Dinner) Day 14: Cultural Tour to Masai Village A slower morning precedes a visit to Ilkurot ‘Maasai’ Village. We sing and dance with the children before being entertained ourselves by the morani (warriors) – dressed in their stunning cloth and beadwork. We return to the hotel late afternoon for resting before enjoying our last evening where we are free to sample the local cuisine ourselves. Out post Lodge (Breakfast, Lunch) Day 15: Transfer to Your Arusha Departure Point This morning we have an adventure de-briefing followed by transfer to your Arusha departure point or JRO for your travel beyond.   49 Read the full article

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#cultivateawe : Interest, Awe. #museum #tbt Visited Toronto’s surprisingly interesting @batashoemuseum last week. And what a nice treat, members of @magrochester get free admission courtesy of the @narmassociation reciprocal membership program! @mamalulusousou and I breezed through the museum in a few hours before we had to return home. Check out these shoes from indigenous cultures! 1/2/3. Ancient Puebloan / Anasazi footwear, yucca, 100-700 CE, 12th C., and 14th C. 4. Hopi Katsina (Kachina) boots, c. 1890 5. Lakota Hanpa Ksupi moccasins, c. 1880-1910 6. Haudenosaunee moccasins c. 1880 7. Comanche boots, decorated with rows of German silver buttons and beadwork. Historically, boots were worn almost exclusively by Comanche women, whereas shoes remained the fashion for men. c. 1880s (at Bata Shoe Museum) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3LoCC4Bogx/?igshid=obob97fe1ddj

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Commissions

I take commissions on an irregular basis.  Currently, since I don’t get many, commissions are open.  The price will almost entirely depend on the price of the materials and the complexity of what you’re asking for.

Time it takes me to finish:

Beaded beads (individual): <1 day

Earrings: 1-2 days

Bracelet: 1-14 days

Necklace: 1-21 days

Hand armor: 2-4 weeks

Stitches, designs, and techniques that I’m not familiar with will take longer.

All of my work is handmade and the time it takes to finish relies entirely upon piece complexity, free time (as I have two jobs and attend classes), and motivation.  Beading is one of my many hobbies.

When you request a commission, I will need measurement(s) in inches of the part of the body the jewelry is for, a theme (color scheme), and what the jewelry is for (casual, cosplay, or formal.)  If you have a design from the magazines Bead & Button or Beadwork that you’d like me to use, I’ll happily make those, just know that there are a number of designs I can’t make as my local beading store doesn’t sell newer beads (partially because it’s a small, older store and partially because those beads are expensive.)

Prices can be worked out but minimal cost for supplies is generally $5-$10 and then ~$1 per hour of work +shipping.  You won’t be required to pay until I’ve completed your commission, however know that I will not ship your commission until I’ve received payment.

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Rules: Tag 10 of your followers you want to get to know better

Tagged by: @wheremarymeetseve

Name: Ray

Nickname: It’s hard to shorten Ray anymore lmao

Gender:  ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ nonbinary I guess?? But idk I keep finding reasons to invalidate myself and I would never have the courage to correct people on my pronouns especially not in texas lol. So basically I’m okay with people interpreting me as a woman???? gender is weird idk this is a long answer

Star Sign: Pisces

Height: 5′2″

Sexual Orientation: Pan

Hogwarts House: 3 of 4 quizzes said Hufflepuff

Favourite Colour: Purple, though I’ve been really into gold lately... can change with beads lmao

Favourite Animal: Dogs, though I love cats too (they just don’t love me back) 

Average Hours of Sleep: 8-10

Time Right Now: 11:29pm

Cat or Dog Person:Dog

Favourite Fictional Character: Miss Martian probably... but I feel like this changes with whatever I’m watching

Number of Blankets I Sleep With: A big comforter (plus one fuzzy blanket in the winter)

Favourite Singer/Band: Blue October used to be my default answer but I haven’t kept up with them. I like the Misterwives and Two Door Cinema Club a lot too. Also been listening to Hayley Kyoko’s EP Citrine a looot lately. Favorite song/lyrics is In My Mind by Amanda Palmer tho

Dream Trip: Traveling stresses me the fuck out to be honest... I’m going to California next week which is cool and I’m maybe going to Portland later in the spring??? Idk about anywhere farther than that... Canada would be cool to visit though 

Dream Job: Maybe the Etsy store I have yet to make lmao. Really I just want to enjoy my job and hopefully simultaneously benefit the queer community. I guess nonprofit work sounds good too!

When Was This Blog Created: So my first blog was made in 2012 but I’ve remade since then. This one is probably 2 years old???

Current Number of Followers: 294

When Did Your Account Peak: now I guess

What Made You Decide to Make A Tumblr: I first made a tumblr for the Cardfight!! Vanguard community. Then I kind of moved on to League of Legends and somehow that led to learning about social justice. 

Why Did You Pick Your URL: I considered changing my url just to avoid this question lmao. (side note: I have mxmartian and sapphic-mei hoarded at the moment and I can’t pick). Basically it’s a play on heavy rain, but I like that it implies that I’m a monarch of something :P

Last thing I googled: “shrug emoji” followed by “pisces” (for the spelling) and then “hogwarts house quiz” lol

Fictional character you’d like as a sibling: Honestly any character capable of beating the shit out of my abuser when I was a kid

How many blogs do I follow: 726 LOL

What do I post about: Feminism, humor, sapphic stuff, animals, and video games mostly :)

Do you get asks on a regular basis: Nope. I haven’t reblogged any prompt thingies in a long ass time though. 

Aesthetics: girls kissing girls, mermaids, flowers, beadwork, and dyed hair

I tag no one bc tagging people stresses me out ;; But if any mutual wants to do this u can totally say I tagged you <3

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January is (finally) over! In this post, I’m going to wrap up what I read for the Own Voices Global Challenge for Indigenous America, share with you some cool playlists and accounts I love on Instagram, and we’re going to close up with a bit of info on some current topics in Indigenous America that you should be aware of. Let’s go!

What I Read

The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie

This book is a cornerstone of Native American young adult literature. Released in 2007, Alexie racked up a ton of awards and nominations for this book, including National Book Award for Young People and the American Indian Youth Literature Award for Best Young Adult Book, but it also was banned in some places for discussing sexuality (it’s about a high school boy, what do you expect?!). It follows the trials and tribulations of high-schooler Junior as he navigates his indigenous identity. Ultimately deciding to leave the reservation school for a better education at a white school, Junior deals with the fallout among his friends back home, deals with new bullies and casual racism at his new school, and finds his feet as a basketball star. Overall, I found the book real and charming in the ways that teen books can be. I’m not a huge contemporary YA reader, so the genre didn’t help the book in my opinion, but I did like the nuance of the Indian experience in this novel.

The Heartbeat of Wounded Knee: Native America from 1890 to the Present by David Treuer

Let me begin by saying I loved this book. I’ve gotten really into nonfiction lately, and when I heard about this book I had to get it. Shortly after, I made the global reading challenge so it worked perfectly! It’s a hefty book, filled with a lot of political discussion and history, so be prepared for that, but I think it’s an absolutely essential read for Americans. Treuer recounts Indigenous North American history from prehistory to the beginnings of colonization in the first part, so don’t let the title mislead you — it’s an absolutely comprehensive look at Native American history literally to the present day. It’s filled with stories, data, reflection, and conversation. I loved Treuer’s conversations with modern Indian people across the country, and I think the power of this book really lies in the honest and raw look at how the American government is corrupt, crooked, and ultimately deeply racist and biased. There is no making America great again, because Treuer points out that America was never great to begin with. However, this isn’t all doom and gloom and disaster. Treuer remains optimistic and hopeful, noting that while America may never have been great, we can make it great ourselves. The greatness of America isn’t in the past, but in the future that we can form and craft and shape to benefit everyone who lives here.

Heart Berries by Terese Marie Mailhot

This one was hugely recommended to me. It was a quick read, taking me perhaps only a couple of hours to read. This book was also outside of my genre comfort zone, as I don’t usually read memoirs (the occasional celebrity memoir but those are limited). It wasn’t my cup of tea, I think for the genre alone, but there were some aspects I really liked. I liked the look at the modern Indigenous American identity off the reservation in the modern world. I think a lot of popular Indigenous works are popular because they take place on the reservation which is really a way for white readers to gawk at the Otherness of Indigenous people. I also liked the frank discussion of mental health and the struggles that people who are neuro-divergent and/or traumatized face when they are dealing with people in their lives who don’t get what mental health can be like. I’ll be honest: I did not like Casey, and I was quite upset to hear that Mailhot had continued her relationship with him. Oh, well. To each her own!

P.S. I started Trail of Lightning by Rebecca Roanhorse (pictured above), but I just couldn’t get into the story. Edgy supernatural fiction isn’t really my speed!

Check This Out

I like to tune my playlists to what I’m reading. While I was reading Treuer’s book and Mailhot’s memoir, I wanted a playlist that helped me settle into the Indigenous American world and music is a huge way that I do that. I found a set of playlists on Spotify, and particularly enjoyed listening to a variety of genres and styles of music (search Native America on Spotify to find the genre!). Here’s what I most enjoyed:

This is Redbone – I’m obsessed with “Come and Get Your Love” and “The Witch Queen of New Orleans”.

Dreamcatcher – This was a great instrumental playlist, but it did make me kinda sleepy.

This is Mary Youngblood – A mix of singing and instrumentals, this playlist was really soothing and relaxing.

I follow some great instagram accounts for Indigenous people who share great resources, make amazing art, and are activists for the modern Indigenous American community. These are just a few of the ones I engage with, so make sure to follow links, explore their pages, and support them if you can! Share their work, find new voices, and listen to them. They’re amazing!

@maybell.eequay – Maybell is such a beautiful soul and makes such amazing traditional Indigenous art. Her bitten birchbark art is so insane and beautiful! She often sells her beadwork via her stories so keep your eyes peeled! She also shares a lot about her tribe’s native language which is really interesting and a huge issue in the Indigenous community as the languages struggle to survive.

@lamalayerbalove – Xochitlcoatl is an indigi-queer activist who shares inspiring and affirming messages on their page at the same time that they work to dismantle patriarchal, racist, and exclusive structures in the world. They are positive, affirming, and spiritual. Great resource to learn about the intersections of identity.

@the_sioux_chef – I learned about Sean Sherman from Treuer’s book and was so intrigued by his mission to make food with the indigenous ingredients that the Indigenous populations of the northern US would have used. His food is so beautiful and looks so yummy. He’s also an activist for Indigenous people and speaks often about Native American history being American history.

Finally, I want to close out with some links to info that you should know about.

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women: According to the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women, 4 out of 5 Indigenous women are affected by violence and they are 10 times more likely to be murdered. These are shocking and terrifying numbers. The MMIW movement is seeking to bring public awareness to this issue, help find missing girls and women, solve their murders, and change the patriarchal and sexists mindsets that allow this violence to continue unchecked. Check this site to find out more about this movement and how you can help those affected.

 Racist Sports Mascots: This weekend is Super Bowl Weekend, and this year, the Kansas City Chiefs are playing on the biggest field in the world. The use of Native American imagery, tropes, and stereotypes in sports is not news, but for the first time in a while, this fight is being taken to the national stage with the Super Bowl. Here in Atlanta, we have our own history of negative stereotypes in sports, as for years the Braves national baseball team used a Native American mascot and still performs tomahawk cheers in the stands. Tara Houska took to the New York Times to share her grievances and griefs on this topic in a moving essay about the damage of this old-fashioned racism.

Me Too and Sherman Alexie: This was something that I wanted to bring up since I did read an Alexie novel for this challenge. In 2018, Alexie was stripped of his American Indian Youth Literature Award following allegations of sexual misconduct from women who worked with Alexie. At the time, the world of children’s publishing was beginning to tremble with allegations and ramifications of a culture of sexual harassment and abuse from men in the community with power. Anne Ursu wrote an expose for Medium that revealed a dangerous environment in the world of children’s book publishing. Since the news broke, Alexie has released a statement in which he suggests that while the encounters with other women happened, he did not intimidate or threaten their careers — basically that the encounters were consensual. Alexie has been striped of awards and the scholarship named after him at the Institute of American Indian Arts has been renamed. Sexual harassment, rape, and denial about these issues continue to plague modern institutions. We must continue to support survivors, believe them, and hold men in power accountable for their actions. Visit the Me Too Movement to learn more.

I hope you enjoyed the titles you read this month for Indigenous America! Share with me below what you read. Also, please share with me any other resources, news, activists, creatives, or titles that you think display the diversity and beauty in Indigenous American Own Voices. Happy reading!

Indigenous America: Wrap-up! January is (finally) over! In this post, I'm going to wrap up what I read for the Own Voices Global Challenge for Indigenous America, share with you some cool playlists and accounts I love on Instagram, and we're going to close up with a bit of info on some current topics in Indigenous America that you should be aware of.