#wedding card box wood

[ilys00ga]

𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐓.𝟐

➞ pair: yoongi x f reader

➞ synopsis: where you meet him during your best friend's wedding. can a heart beat again after breaking to pieces?

➞ genre: best friend's brother!yoongi, actress!female reader, bookshop owner!yoongi, angst, kind of hurt/comfort, there's also some fluff, strangers to friends to lovers, slow burn.

➞ warnings: mentions of cheating, heartbreak, reader is going through some deep shit, failed past relationship, alcohol consumption (drink mindfully and responsibly (not me saying this when I don't even drink lmao)). this is PURE fiction!

➞ A/N: I wanna start by saying thank you to the one or two persons who requested another part of this fic. as I mentioned before, I had no intention or inspiration to write more of it, but I'm glad that yall forced me into coming up with this (jkjk). I don't KNOW how and what , but I WANT to write more parts of this. so, in the meantime, enjoy this and expect something to be posted in some few months lmao. I had to rewrite this a hundred times, I kind of don't wanna proofread it ever again 😭 so pls ignore any mistakes or questionable points (🙏🙏🙏!!!!!!). love <3

➞ tags: @viankiss + @parkjennykim + @acquiescence804

★ MASTERLIST.

Ethereal clouds blanketed the sky above the town, giving a gleam of light every now and then as they played a game of hide and seek with the sun. The crisp wind bit the skin of your face, carrying the scent of freshly wet concrete in every direction it went. the world was vivid in color around you and underneath your feet. As per always, nothing could beat the delight of walking down the street shortly after a round or two of rain.

as you make your way down the sidewalk, you reach a shopwindow displaying a collection of book goodness. The huge sign right at the top of the storefront read 'SNOOZE', and you wondered what kind of significance it carried for it to be the chosen name of the shop before you.

not wasting any more precious time, you decided to pay a visit and see if any book would call out your name as soon as it spots you, and lure you closer to fan its pages and listen to their story.

The first thing that welcomed you as soon as you walked into the place was a radiating warmth. the air was sweet-scented with a mix of wood, paper, new and old books, multiple perfumes and a mouth watering smell of both coffee and tea. It was almost too overwhelming, but the atmosphere soaked your heart with so much comfort almost immediately that it left you speechless.

The shop was on two floors. The first one was largely specious. Every wall was loaded up with books neatly lined up from top to bottom, and planted everywhere were tables presenting neatly organized books. Some people were scattered around, talking in hushed voices or just silently browsing. Others you could see chilling on the second floor, where a coffee bar was. It was not as spacious as the one underneath, but it was commodious enough for some extra small couches and chairs here and there.

you started walking around the lovely aisles, taking your time as you scanned through them. your finger ran down spines, and your nose inhaled the sweet, dearly loved smell of paper books in.

At the heart of your wandering, piano notes rode the air inside the shop, rushing as they slipped between shelves and making their way to your ears. it tugged a smile on your face, the smooth melody that sounded somewhat familiar, and you stalked its source with sheer curiosity.

There, when you finally made it, you found the man you met at your best friend’s wedding a couple of months earlier, seated on the piano bench, focused. Yoongi was his name. Yoongi, Soyoon’s older brother, who walked around with a box of UNO cards in his pocket. such a memorable person.

He looked slightly different than the last (fist and only) time you saw him, though. His hair was shorter, pushed back with a pair of sunglasses resting on his head. He also had sidecuts, and some ear piercings. totally different from the other day.

perhaps the "performance" went on for about two minutes more, u couldn't tell, but soon he had his hands clasped on his lap and smiled, satisfied. Before you could walk away, Yoongi turned and his eyes immediately fell on you. ‘oh’, he whispered as his eyes widened in surprise, and you cracked a faint smile.

"didn't expect to see you again." he spoke first, standing up and approaching you.

"Me neither. I was losing hope in playing another round of UNO with you again."

"Well, about that.." scratching the back of his head, he bit his lip sheepishly and confessed, "I kept a box in my pocket for days but then lost track and didn’t think we’d see each other again.."

"Too bad I can't beat you today.." you scrunched your nose teasingly.

"we can play another time?" he suggested, tucking his hands into the pockets of his dark pants and relaxing his board shoulders.

"Sure, why not." you averted your eyes from his for a moment before meeting them again with a small smile.

Neither of you said anything for a short moment. it wasn't exactly awkward—or at least not from your end—in fact, something deep inside kept eagerly nagging, pushing you to say something and keep pulling strings of conversation from the man before you. so, you decided to comply and chat up with a hint of hesitance hanging from your teeth, "You work here?"

"oh, yeah. with a friend of mine." he answered, "is there anything specific you'd like?"

"no, I’d just discovered the place so I was walking around."

"I see… coffee? or do you prefer tea?"

"Coffee is good."

"Alright, come with me." He led you upstairs, told you to take a seat, and started preparing two cups for the both of you. Truthfully speaking, the cozyness of the store caught you off guard. really. It didn't feel like a shop, no, it felt like a private reading space in the comfort of your own house. For a moment, you felt sad as you wondered whether it was a painfully underrated place or not. It would've been such a shame if a place like that one wasn't appreciated enough, you thought.

a stretched out arm placed a cup in front of you. looking up, you were reminded of his presence once again.

"there you go," he said and sat across from you.

"How's the situation here?" you inquired, fingers hugging the warm mug between your hands.

"pretty good. We started recently, but it's already going well."

"I see." you nodded your head and took a sip, "Associating readers and bookworms all day must be nice."

"It's fun, sometimes." he hummed, "Are you one?"

"a bookworm? not really, no. I mean, I do love reading but I'm almost always busy filming so.."

"filming…?"

"oh, yeah. I'm an actress. a very not well known one, at that." you chuckled.

"That's cool." you could read elements of genuine interest off of his expression. you weren’t sure why, but it made you smile.

"you think so?" you asked.

"Of course I do. acting has always been interesting to me."

The two of you exchanged bits of comments and opinions for a few more minutes. it wasn't until you glanced down at your wrist watch that you realized it was time for you to leave.

"But you haven't picked a book yet," he insisted when you got up and bid your goodbyes.

"there were too many good ones, I really couldn't choose."

"Wait, come with me." you trailed along behind him as he headed downstairs, until he came to a halt and showed you a tall bookcase. written on the very top was a big “BLIND DATE WITH A BOOK”. Each one of the books in it was wrapped in the same gray paperwrap and had words scribbled on it. after a quick glance, you could tell that they were short anonymous letters.

"People drop mystery books here all the time. see if you find something that stirs your interest?" Yoongi proposed.

Doing as he said, you went through the notes, reading each one carefully, until one grabbed your attention.

“for the mourning soul,

harried and frayed at the edges,

this is a hug from me to you.”

It read.

“Good choice.” somewhere to your left, you could hear Yoongi softly muttering.

"baby, please listen to me!" he pleaded, hand tightening around your arm to prevent you from walking away.

"What more do you have to say? I saw everything with my own eyes!" your voice cracked as you held a sob in, trying so hard to hold yourself together and not break down in front of the man that just broke your heart with no care.

"it's not what it looks like! I love you, why'd you think I would lie to you?!"

and all of a sudden, every word known to man vanished from the top of your tongue. your brain went blank, your face frozen. all you could muster was a faint "...you.."

“Cut!” the director’s voice rang out and sliced its way through the scene.

Everyone on set looked at you with knitted brows as he walked up to you, pulling you aside. you shift your weight from one foot to the other, mentally preparing yourself for whatever remark he was intending to deliver your way.

“__, we’ve done intense scenes like this one before. I know you can do better.” he crossed his arms, eyebrows inching closer to each other as he spoke.

“I'm sorry, sir. it's just so ha-"

“How hard can it be to express and demystify being cheated on? have you never been cheated on before? just conjure that picture up, then translate and convey it. it’s not that hard.” he rolled his eyes and instructed with a sharp tone. it made your stomach twist again and you felt sick, almost as though those pair of strict eyes grew an arm and bunched you right in the chest, hence your aching bottom lip as you chewed at it and looked down at your feet.

and with a timid voice, you answered, “I know, I'm sorry, I will try my best.”

“right.” was all he muttered before he walked away, announcing a ten minutes long break to the whole crew.

it took everything within you not to walk up to him and scream at his face until your throat bled and burned with an old rage. you really wanted to do that, but you didn’t. you couldn't. so you just stood there and watched the room move like nothing had been said.

A guy walked in. He hastened to reach the director and whispered something in his ear. another guy came up and handed you a cup of coffee. you thanked him and put your mind to the drink, savoring its bitterness as it washed every corner of your mouth.

some minutes later, your phone beeped with an incoming message:

from Saera <3: There’s something i think you should know. Let's meet up when you’re done.

Planning it all step by step was what the universe had done. the director suddenly called it a wrap, and the room was moving quicker than before.

“Here’s your bottle, miss.” a blond bartender said with a sweet grin on his face. He had his sleeves rolled up to his elbows and a necklace sitting comfortably between the partially exposed pecks of his chest—a sight you were sure you didn’t see a few minutes ago since the first few buttons of his shirt were definitely not unbuttoned.

You muttered a quiet ‘thank you’ and opened the bottle of your favorite alcoholic drink, filling the empty glass you were clutching with the other hand and taking a decent sip. it burnt as it washed down the walls of your throat, to your chest and spread all over your system.

“Oof, I really needed that.” hissing, you threw your head backward.

Over the past couple of months, that bar came to be a comfort zone for you. when the emotions you tenderly carried in the palms of your hands overflowed and raced down your arms, reaching your elbows to then drip like heavy raindrops by your feet on the floor, you rushed your way to this pub to pat it dry.

Maybe it was the coziness of its vintage interior decor presented to the visiting eye that pulled you in. or the quiet atmosphere that lured every presence that steps into the place with curious eyes, welcoming it with a warm embrace and a gentle smile. or the hushed voices of customers spending their time in various of ways and feelings, one sitting alone and sipping on a huge glass of beer with a grim face, another sitting lifelessly with barely opened eyes and a bunch of empty glasses stacked up on the table before them, a couple with tinted cheeks sharing whispered love between each other and some elderly people just hanging out here and there.

The cocky bartender was somehow always on shift whenever you showed up. He seemed to love shamelessly hitting on you with that large smile of his, but Instead of paying him any attention, you fix your eyes on the stacked up bottles and glasses behind him, shining with reflections of soft yellow, and politely smile back every single time. That didn't seem to wind him up, though.

A thick steam of thoughts fogged your mind up as you sat on one of the high red stools lined up at the counter, facing the room with your back and consuming one glass after another.

A soft knock on the wooden counter to your right pulled you out of your wandering thoughts. your back stiffened and your head snapped up. Then you saw him, once again, Yoongi smiling down at you, and he ever so softly said, "Sorry, I didn't mean to scare you."

He didn't have his sunglasses above his head, you noticed. his fringe fell on his forehead, and he didn't have the piercings on, you noticed that too. Amber light bulbs beamed gold on his pale skin, going perfectly right with the black silk dress shirt he was wearing.

"Are you stalking me?" you said with a thick, slurred voice.

he tilted his head, still smiling, and pointed, "this bar is two blacks away from the bookshop. I like to come here often."

you didn't say anything further—maybe it was just the alcohol, or maybe it was something you couldn't confidently put your finger on, but there was a voice that kept praising his face in the back of your head and you just sat there, listening, observing, red-cheeked, droopy-eyed, motionless.

Yoongi nodded towards the seat right next to yours and muttered, “can i?”

"o-of course!" you spat an answer out, pressing your eyes shut and facing away from him. maybe drinking too much wasn't the best idea that night. or maybe it was that you should've paid more attention and recognized the very familiar street beforehand? either way, you felt too unstable to function in front of another human being at that moment.

"You look troubled." was the first thing he said after the batista had come, served him the drink he ordered and left again.

"ah… just tired."

The man didn't say anything for a while. The frown he immediately noticed on your face when he spotted you just earlier ran a hundred questions in his brain, however, at the very tip of his tongue laid a question he really wanted to voice out ever since the two of you had met at the bookstore, but he just couldn't.

After giving it some thought, he gathered some strength and decided to just ask his concern away.

“that thing you told me about the other day,” he started, carefully picking his words, and you tried to listen as attentively as your fogged up mind could, "does it still hurt?”

At first, you couldn't understand what he was referring to exactly, not until you thought back on the two times you two had met before.

he watched your pointer finger, the one you'd been gliding along the rim of your glass freeze. He didn’t speak, neither did you. it seemed like neither of you was breathing for a few seconds. The air in the room was getting colder, and so were the tips of your fingers as they hung above and barely touched the rim.

Gulping the saliva that gathered on top of your tongue, you contemplated whether you should provide an answer to his question or just ignore it like it was never asked at all. This was a question no one had ever asked you since the entire cheating situation had happened. it was always ‘are you okay?' or ‘Did you move on?’. something of the sort. Not once did anyone wonder whether it still stinged your heart every time the image of your ex popped up before your eyes or not. not once did anyone ask if the scene still haunted you after all these months or not.

But it’s not like you were mad or pointing accusatory fingers at anybody. the pain was yours, and only you shall bask and drown in it. only you shall figure out how the fuck to get the hell out of that dark pit and heal from it.

It was just something that you yourself were too caught up in the hurricane of your grief and bitterness to even ask your own self, ‘does it really still hurt?’, ‘Are you getting any better?’, 'are you still stuck?', 'what if you're stuck there forever?'

It took a long moment before you could manage a proper reply to that stirring query. until you uttered a small ‘he died’ loud enough for him to hear.

From the corner of your eyes, you could see him lifting his head, yet he remained silent. you rawly added, "the asshole died in a car accident like nothing had happened at all... tell me," you paused to lift your tremling hand and rest its palm over your chest, right where you heart was beating fast, " how should I mend what’s been ruptured in here now..? Why is it even still hurting..? Why am I mad..? I don't understand. Do you..? I…”

Yoongi took his time to answer, humming then absent-mindedly nodding his head before speaking again, “it takes some time.”

“how do you know that?” you inquired again, lifting your head to have a look at his side profile.

“I know how it feels to be abandoned by someone so special, at the very least.”

“you got dumped?” you blurted.

He let out a breathy scoff, lightly scratching at the skin under his left eye with flushed cheeks.

“did you really have to say it that way?” he hissed playfully and wet his lower lip, eyes pinned on yours, “but yes, my ex left me to chase after her dreams.”

somewhere deep in those dark orbs, you could catch a glimpse of something sorrowful, but it quickly vanished as he attempted to smile and then looked away.

“I guess we’re both losers, then.” you downed the three quarters full glass in one draft. The room was spinning. you were feeling gradually more light-headed.

“We are not losers just because we got our hearts broken.” Yoongi, on the other hand, didn’t sound that buzzed yet. his voice got deeper, and his words stood steady the more he talked.

“Then what are we? If not a loser, then what does being cheated on or abandoned for some worldly goal make you?" tears started welling up from deep inside, but even in your dizzy state, you couldn't let them out. not at that moment, not with Yoongi some inches away from you. you gulped, and with a trembling voice, you muttered, "being stuck in one square while they move on with their lives and build castles for themselves, then have the audacity to die like nothing had happened at all, what does that make you?”

“a lover. being betrayed by a loved one despite all the unconditional love you offered makes you somebody who loves so sincerely. a wretched lover."

you allow his words to set in, analyzing them briefly and pondering before letting a snort out.

“That's even worse.” you said, bitterly.

Yoongi smiled, equally bitter as you, "turns out we're actually more similar than I had thought."

a ‘do you need anything else, dear?’ popped your little bubble up when the bartender showed up again, not once glancing at the man sitting right next to you as he addressed all of his attention towards you.

“no, we’re leaving.” came a sharp answer from Yoongi, and when you glanced at him you saw that his face held a stiff expression, one that was very different from the wide smile and crinkly eyes it was displaying some minutes ago.

The bartender turned his head towards him with a flat smile, then excused himself to serve some new customers.

“we’re leaving?” you tilted your head with furrowed eyes in confusion.

“yeah. you look gone as hell, and it’s getting late.” he started getting up, “i’ll give you a ride.”

“That sounds about right.” absently nodding your head, you stood up as well, and he guided you out of the building.

The door to your flat beeped once automatically unlocked, and just as you stepped in, you were faced with Saera. she stood there with her hands on her hips, eyeing your drunken state, unsatisfied. her shoulders lowered, and her brows rose as soon as she caught sight of Yoongi standing right behind you, then said: “you two..”

Yoongi began explaining the situation briefly to her, scratching the back of his neck as he stuttered on his words and blushed.

“she's not that wasted. All is good. Just put her to bed.” he finished his summary and hummed, satisfied with himself.

Before Saera could say anything, you grumbled an “I can take care of myself just fine.” and walked up to your room with unsteady steps, waving them off.

“and I'll go.” Yoongi mumbled, quickly walking out with a ghost of faint red still remaining on his plump, milky cheeks.

[zoesblogsposts]

o 625 words to know in your target language o

There is a really interesting blog called "Fluent Forever" that aids foreign language learners in tricks, tips and techniques to guide them to achieving fluency "quickly" and efficiently. One of the tricks is to learn these 625 vocab words in your target language, that way you have a basis to start delving into grammar with ease as you can understand a lot of vocab right off the bat. Plus this list of words are common across the world and will aid you in whatever language you are learning. Here is the list in thematic order

• Animal: dog, cat, fish, bird, cow, pig, mouse, horse, wing, animal

• Transportation: train, plane, car, truck, bicycle, bus, boat, ship, tire, gasoline, engine, (train) ticket, transportation

• Location: city, house, apartment, street/road, airport, train station, bridge hotel, restaurant, farm, court, school, office, room, town, university, club, bar, park, camp, store/shop, theater, library, hospital, church, market, country (USA,

France, etc.), building, ground, space (outer space), bank, location

• Clothing: hat, dress, suit, skirt, shirt, T-shirt, pants, shoes, pocket, coat, stain, clothing

• Color: red, green, blue (light/dark), yellow, brown, pink, orange, black, white, gray, color

• People: son, daughter, mother, father, parent (= mother/father), baby, man, woman, brother, sister, family, grandfather, grandmother, husband, wife, king, queen, president, neighbor, boy, girl, child (= boy/girl), adult (= man/woman), human (# animal), friend (Add a friend's name), victim, player, fan, crowd, person

• Job: Teacher, student, lawyer, doctor, patient, waiter, secretary, priest, police, army, soldier, artist, author, manager, reporter, actor, job

• Society: religion, heaven, hell, death, medicine, money, dollar, bill, marriage, wedding, team, race (ethnicity), sex (the act), sex (gender), murder, prison, technology, energy, war, peace, attack, election, magazine, newspaper, poison, gun, sport, race (sport), exercise, ball, game, price, contract, drug, sign, science, God

• Art. band, song, instrument (musical), music, movie, art

• Beverages: coffee, tea, wine, beer, juice, water, milk, beverage

• Food: egg, cheese, bread, soup, cake, chicken, pork, beef, apple, banana orange, lemon, corn, rice, oil, seed, knife, spoon, fork, plate, cup, breakfast, lunch, dinner, sugar, salt, bottle, food

• Home: table, chair, bed, dream, window, door, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, pencil, pen, photograph, soap, book, page, key, paint, letter, note, wall, paper, floor, ceiling, roof, pool, lock, telephone, garden, yard, needle, bag, box, gift, card, ring, tool

• Electronics: clock, lamp, fan, cell phone, network, computer, program (computer), laptop, screen, camera, television, radio

• Body: head, neck, face, beard, hair, eye, mouth, lip, nose, tooth, ear, tear (drop), tongue, back, toe, finger, foot, hand, leg, arm, shoulder, heart, blood, brain, knee, sweat, disease, bone, voice, skin, body

• Nature: sea, ocean, river, mountain, rain, snow, tree, sun, moon, world, Earth, forest, sky, plant, wind, soil/earth, flower, valley, root, lake, star, grass, leaf, air, sand, beach, wave, fire, ice, island, hill, heat, nature

• Materials: glass, metal, plastic, wood, stone, diamond, clay, dust, gold, copper, silver, material

• Math/Measurements: meter, centimeter, kilogram, inch, foot, pound, half, circle, square, temperature, date, weight, edge, corner

• Misc Nouns: map, dot, consonant, vowel, light, sound, yes, no, piece, pain, injury, hole, image, pattern, noun, verb, adjective

• Directions: top, bottom, side, front, back, outside, inside, up, down, left, right, straight, north, south, east, west, direction

• Seasons: Summer, Spring, Winter, Fall, season

• Numbers: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 21, 22, 30, 31, 32, 40, 41, 42, 50, 51, 52, 60, 61, 62, 70, 71, 72, 80, 81, 82, 90, 91, 92, 100, 101, 102, 110, 111, 1000, 1001, 10000, 100000, million, billion, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, number

• Months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

• Days of the week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

• Time: year, month, week, day, hour, minute, second, morning, afternoon, evening, night, time

• Verbs: work, play, walk, run, drive, fly, swim, go, stop, follow, think, speak/say, eat, drink, kill, die, smile, laugh, cry, buy, pay, sell, shoot(a gun), learn, jump, smell, hear (a sound), listen (music), taste, touch, see (a bird), watch (TV), kiss, burn, melt, dig, explode, sit, stand, love, pass by, cut, fight, lie down, dance, sleep, wake up, sing, count, marry, pray, win, lose, mix/stir, bend, wash, cook, open, close, write, call, turn, build, teach, grow, draw, feed, catch, throw, clean, find, fall, push, pull, carry, break, wear, hang, shake, sign, beat, lift

• Adjectives: long, short (long), tall, short (vs tall), wide, narrow, big/large, small/little, slow, fast, hot, cold, warm, cool, new, old (new), young, old (young), weak, dead, alive, heavy, light (heavy), dark, light (dark), nuclear, famous

[preciousbarnes]

bucky asking you to marry him?

Happy Ever After

Pairing: Bucky Barnes x Reader

Warnings: some minor negative self talk/thoughts, fluff, happy tears

Bucky couldn’t bring himself to be the one to ask. Of course, back in the 40’s before the trauma and the abuse and the winter soldier he had always imagined himself becoming a family man; but, that didn’t seem to be something in the cards for him now.

Then, he met you.

You were everything he had ever dreamed of all those decades ago. Kind, sweet, gentle, full of love that you gave him so willingly; even after learning of his past.

When he thought of his future now, you were at his side. But, he never let his thoughts venture to marriage and kids. Even after all the years of extensive therapy, he still struggled with feeling undeserving of your commitment and unconditional love that you gave him. Part of him always assumed someday, all his baggage would take its toll, and you would make the decision to leave.

You weren’t about to let him live the rest of his life with you thinking this way. So, you got planning. You talked to Steve to learn Bucky’s upcoming mission schedule so you could ensure you picked a time where the night and next couple days would be free. You took Bucky on a romantic mini-vacation to a cabin Tony owned in the woods, where it would just be the two of you. You stocked the cabin with all the necessities for you both, including ingredients to make Bucky’s favorite dish; your lasagna. You both sat together at the dining table that night, under candlelight with a bouquet of beautiful wildflowers and your delicious meal.

Bucky sipped his beer, leaning back in his chair and feeling utterly spoiled and stuffed after dinner. Part of him worried he must have missed an important date for you to have gone all out like this. Did he forget his birthday again?

He worked up the courage to ask you finally, and was relieved by your soft chuckle and shake of your head, telling him no, he hadn’t forgotten anything. Instead, you told him, you hoped this day would turn into a special date for you both. He cocked his head, uncertain what you meant.

You reached in your pocket and pulled out a simple titanium band, and Bucky sucked in a breath looking at it gleam in the light. His eyes went from the band to your eyes, searching them for an explanation.

“I love you James. And I know you love me. I also know a part of you still thinks I’m going to get fed up with something and leave someday. But you’re it for me, Bucky. You’re my past, my present, my future; you’re my everything. Just as I am yours. Would you give me the honor of becoming your wife? Will you marry me?” You asked him softly, a gentle smile gracing your face as you held the ring out to him.

You see tears gather in Bucky’s eyes, and he blinks rapidly to clear them. He shakily smiles, and clears the lump of emotion that had formed in his throat. After a moment, he speaks.

“I think this is supposed to be the other way around, Doll. But yes, of course, I’ll marry you, sweetheart. I don’t want anything else as much as I want forever with you,” he tells you, leaning across the table to kiss you so gently and full of love and emotion.

You find yourselves wrapped up in bed together later that night, warm and sated and content. Your head rests on his chest, your legs entangled and you hold his hand, playing with the new addition to his hand, the simple wedding band resting there looking like it’s always belonged there.

Suddenly, Bucky moves, gently moving your head to rest on the pillow as he stands in all his naked glory, shamelessly crossing the room to his suitcase, rummaging through it silently.

You smirk, taking him in.

“Not that I mind the show, babe, but what are you doing?” You ask him with a giggle in your voice.

He finds what he was looking for, an old and small box from a lifetime ago in his hands.

“I have something for you, it was my ma’s. She passed it down to me, and Steve held on to it while he thought I was gone. It’s yours now.” His husky voice told you as he opened the box, revealing a beautiful engagement ring that had once been his mothers. You hand moves to cover your mouth as your eyes fill with tears, holding your left hand out to him as he takes the ring out of the box, then slipping it on your finger. Surprisingly to the both of you, it’s original size was a perfect fit.

“I brought it with me this weekend. I don’t know why, it usually stays in my safe with my guns, but something told me to bring it. My ma gave it to me, after I was drafted. It stayed on my dog tags for a while in the war, until I decided to put it back in the box when I worried about it getting damaged. I thought it was long gone until Steve gave it back to me a few years back. My ma hoped I’d find a nice girl to settle down with, have a family with. She woulda loved you, doll.” He says softly as he sits back down on the bed next to you, getting back under the covers. His hand reaches up and brushes some of your hair back behind your ear, coming down to cradle your cheek.

You lean into the touch, tears forming again at the mention of his mother. You wish you could have met the woman responsible for the amazing man you felt so blessed to have.

“I would have loved her too, Bucky. I do love her, and I’m so thankful to her for having such an amazing son.” You whisper to him before leaning in and giving him another sweet kiss. You both lost yourselves in the feeling of the kiss, the happiness and love radiating off of you both. You both were getting your happily ever afters.

[animalcrossingshowdown]

Furniture items and sets round 1 results:

Items:

Froggy chair 90.6% / Leo sculpture 9.4%

Mush lamp 83.9% / Cancer table 16.1%

Mom's homemade cake 77.9% / Skull rug 22.1%

Afternoon-tea set 76.4% / My Melody clock 23.6%

Star clock 75.2% / Anatomical model 24.8%

Lily record player 74.7% / Scattered papers 25.3%

Dried-flower garland 72.6% / Rose bed 27.4%

Virgo harp 70.2% / Rescue mannequin 29.8%

Wooden music box 70.1% / Bathtub with yuzu 29.9%

Snail clock 69.1% / Imperial dining table 30.9%

Spooky cookies 67.8% / ACNH Nintendo Switch 32.2%

Plain party-lights arch 67% / Cinnamoroll sofa 33%

Moon 67% / Hyacinth lamp 33%

Greenhouse box 66.4% / Soft-serve lamp 33.6%

Dreamy rabbit toy 66% / Elephant slide 34%

Crescent-moon chair 65.2% / Retro stereo 34.8%

Toy duck 65% / Lovely phone 35%

Dreamy wall rack 61.7% / Throwback skull radio 38.3%

Lucky cat 59.2% / Decayed tree 40.8%

Tiny library 59.2% / Kerokerokeroppi bridge 40.8%

Fortune-telling set 59.2% / Cucumber horse 40.8%

Resetti model 58.5% / Titan arum 41.5%

Wheat field 55.1% / Zodiac dragon figurine

Paper tiger 54.5% / Colorful juice 45.5%

Cherry-blossom pond stone 54.4% / Rocket lamp 45.6%

Hamster cage 53.5% / Monster statue 46.5%

Starry garland 53.3% / Bonsai shelf 46.7%

Balloon-dog lamp 52.2% / Eggplant cow 47.8%

Creepy skeleton 52.2% / Elaborate kimono stand 47.8%

Mom's plushie 52% / Pergola 48%

Peach chair 51.1% / Dessert case 48.9%

Rattan towel basket 50.9% / Cherry-blossom branches 49.1%

1 ) I can't believe you guys voted out lovely phone, the entire reason I'm adding functions to these posts, in round 1

2 ) I can't believe you guys voted out cherry-blossom branches, the item that was positioned as second most likely to win based on number of submissions, in round 1

Sets:

Spooky 89.1% / Throwback 10.9%

Motherly 84.9% / Kiddie 15.1%

Shell 83.1% / Chess 16.9%

Sloppy (classic) 83.1% / Sloppy (ACNH) 16.9%

Rococo 81.6% / Elegant 18.4%

Insect 81.4% / Mario 18.6%

Glowing moss 78.2% / Ruined 21.8%

Mermaid 77.6% / Harvest 22.4%

Cute 76.3% / Lovely 23.7%

Modern 71.9% / Construction 28.1%

Ironwood 71.5% / Hello Kitty 28.5%

Fish 71.5% / Plaza 28.5%

Sweets 70.6% / My Melody 29.4%

Alpine 70.2% / Nordic 29.8%

Stars 69.6% / Gorgeous 30.4%

Cherry blossoms 68.5% / Blue 31.5%

Rattan 67.1% / Astro 32.9%

Flower 66.7% / Diner 33.3%

Fruit (ACNH) 66.7% / Fruit (classic) 33.3%

Antique 65.6% / Classic 34.4%

Modern wood 62.7% / Green 37.3%

Log 62.6% / Cabin 37.4%

Princess 62.6% / Card 37.4%

House plants 61.5% / Kerokerokeroppi 38.5%

Ranch (ACNH) 60.7% / Ranch (classic) 39.3%

Dreamy 58.3% / Wedding 41.7%

Mush (classic) 55.1% / Mush (ACNH) 44.9%

Patchwork (classic) 54.6% / Patchwork (ACNH) 45.4%

Kiki & Lala 53.9% / Moroccan 46.1%

Regal 51.2% / Cinnamoroll 48.8%

Robo 51% / Cardboard 49%

Gracie 50.6% / Imperial 49.4%

As you can see I've colour coded the sets by game. NL is pink, NH is blue, and sets that didn't really change between games are purple.

For the redesign matches, it was an even split between NH and NL. out of 10 redesign matches, they each won 5.

It's easier for me if all the new polls post in a row with no gaps between, so round 2 will start in a few days to give the hourly tournament a chance to catch up! This should be the only round where I have to do that.

[totisviribus]

Summers of Pine

“The desk,” she says to the movers. “I must take it with me.”

Her father’s desk. Her father’s father’s desk. Passed down for generations. Letters written, tears shed, hair brushed, papers shuffled. Wood worn with flickers of past lives from which she cannot be separated. A new home without The Desk? Unimaginable. Inhospitable. She may as well leave her soul at this old house, too. Her maiden name, an identity quickly fading from her life like a feverish dream that slips away within moments of waking, lives within that desk. The warmth of her father still rattles in the loose hinge on the second drawer.

She finds the best place for it, in the living room. By the window, where the dark grain can soak up the sunlight and be admired by anyone who steps foot in the room. She dusts it daily, sits down carefully, tugs on the drawers with the gentle hand of a preservationist in a museum. Writes thank you cards to her wedding guests, signs school permission slips, makes grocery lists, traces a finger line by line in a dictionary. Stacks sympathy cards next to the vases of white lilies.

After decades in the sun, I can still see the glow coming from the back of the antique store. The passage of time becomes painfully apparent when observed through things once treasured. Under the weight of a defunct typewriter and a box of postcards, The Desk wheezes a question in my ear, seems to reach out for my passing hand. Calling in silence, summoning ghosts I can feel but cannot see.

“Your lifetime is my summer vacation, child, shall we spend it together?”

[heartxshaped-bruises]

✧･ﾟ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐊 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐒

bc my bestie and I sold our souls to him and satan.

“Why do you think we’re out here? I’m not wearing any pants.”

 “God left us in a hot car to die and I think we deserve it.”  

“What?! What are you suggesting here that we do, this is really macabre.”

“I’m gonna bring the dinosaurs back and I’m gonna make them gay.”

“Social Media was a mistake made by the mistake of humanity.”

“There’s only one solution to this: Organized Crime.”

“Is this like a malicious compliance thing?”

“Well, now you get fired and I get a giftcard -- yeihh!”

“I’d say apply cold water to the burned area, but there’s no cold water that could cure this.”

“Well, nothing brings people together like a common enemy, am I right?”

“How much of this stuff can we sneak in before they catch us?”

“I’m so disappointed, this day sucks.”

“You really know how to... uh, savor your emotions for the ‘important’ things in life.”

“No, thanks. Just sex, drugs and rock’n roll for me.”

 “You stole my pokemon-card when I was twelve, get fucked!”  

“This isn’t facepalming. This is me ripping my entire face off.”

“How can any human have so little compassion and kindness?”

“Why is this a debate?! You can solve this with two sticks!”

“This is very disturbing but also very creative. Jesus.”

“That just sounds like prostitution with extra steps.”

“Who in their right mind would do this?”

“Oh yeah! I can feel the hellfire coming all along!”

“Why must you ruin everything I hold dear in life?”

 “The only people who’d call you a good catch are probably the cops.”

“So you’re not only proving that you’re creepy, you’re also proving that you’re a complete idiot.”

“What kind of shrooms where you smoking when you made this?”

“Just because your body can physically survive something doesn’t mean that your... uh, whole being is ready for it.”

“This is where this was going?!”

“There we go. You really nailed this one.”

“Come on. You’re not an edgy anime-character. STOP.”

“I will rake you like I rake my yard!”

“You know when the sky opens up and it’s raining blood? This is like that. But worse.”

“I don’t think you know what it means to be the good guy.”

“Oh my god! That was like 4 plot twists and I had at least 3 heartattacks!”  

"I know every cloud has a silver lining and all - but I'm not sure it applies to a nuclear mushroom cloud."

"We need to move back into the woods and eat pinecones, I swear to God."

“You have no idea how impressed I am by your big, throbbing brain.”  

“You know... when you have these biblical moments to play out before your eyes, they don’t really pop the same way as they do in the old scriptures.”

“I mean, everyone can mourn in their own way but FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, WHY?!”

“If my wedding doesn’t have ostriches I’m gonna sue someone.”

“I’d say go to hell, but that is too good for you.”

“I drink alcohol to make you bareable. It’s not that I am too awkward without alcohol, I just need to numb the mental pain.”  

“I’m not a religious person by any means, but sometimes I wish god was real so some people can burn in hell.”

“Seems kinda cool on the surface, but we don’t wanna open this pandora’s box, do we?” 

[nancypullen]

It's Tuesday and I'm Tired

It's 8:22pm and I swear I'm fighting the urge to go to bed. I've done a lot today - cranked out earrings, mopped the floors, two loads of laundry, weeded and watered, stained the wood that Mickey will use to make earring displays for me, and so on. I made good use of my hours, but I'm whipped. I didn't use to get tired from busy days. Is it age or have I allowed myself to get lazy? Either way, it's not fun. BUT...tomorrow will be fun. We've got several errands to run in Easton, and I'll be in STORES.

Granted, one of the stores is Lowe's, so that doesn't really count, but I'll also be in Michael's and maybe even Target or Kohl's. It's like a vacation! Do I sound excited? Is that sad? Know what's not sad? I've made tons of progress with earring inventory! The Halloween batch is coming right along. I have my sister's approval on these polka dot sets. I ask her opinion when I'm not sure, and she gave these the green light.

And those ghosts have been glittered and glazed.

Speaking of my wonderful, kind, generous, and thoughtful sister...look what she sent to me!

Stacks and stacks of beautiful paper! I feel like I won the lottery. I'l explain. That scrapbooking paper is what I use to make my cards and I can't find it around here. The JoAnn's in Easton only sells fabric and limited craft supplies. Michael's in Easton has a sparse supply of paper that never changes and it's mostly baby shower and wedding stuff. They still have Valentine and Easter paper out from last spring. I could drive an hour to Hobby Lobby in Dover but I don't like Hobby Lobby, and if their website is correct there's not much paper in stock anyway. So I've had to order online and pay extra per sheet pus shipping. Not good. My sister popped into the JoAnn store nearest to her and scooped up all of this fabulous paper at ten sheets for $3. I have ten sheets of each pattern and I can make 4 cards from each sheet. SCORE!! Even better, she included the blue plastic storage bin! I can't tell you what a relief it is to have this in my supply cabinet. I can coast a long time on this oh-so-generous gift from my sister. I should have taken a prettier photo of this bounty, but I was so excited when I opened the box that I snapped that between happy dances. I'm thrilled to my toes! That's it from me tonight. I'm heading upstairs for a long soak and a hard sleep. I'll be taking this pretty girl with me.

This one, too. She just refuses to pose.

The girls and I wish you a lovely evening and the sweetest of dreams. Stay safe, stay well.

XOXO, Nancy

[merrybrides]

DIY Barn Wedding Ideas

If your venue has more of an outdoor, rustic vibe instead of a formal, posh affair, you’ll want to fill the space with decor that makes sense. And with these DIY barn wedding ideas, you’ll get just that; variety of country-flavored projects that will transform the celebration into something you’ll always remember.

Ladder Display

Simple Bunting

Lantern Centerpieces

Floating Candle Ceremony Decor

Suitcase Card Box

Burlap Bows

Wooden Ceremony Sign

Glitter Bottle Centerpieces

Hay Bale Welcome

Apple-Pie Pops

Chocolate Chip Cookie Favors

Flavored Water Station

Sweet Treat Table

Vintage-Inspired Photo Backdrop

Chalkboard Romance Timeline

Cupcake Tower

Wood Chip Place Card Holders

Naked Wedding Cake

Farm Wedding Invites

Chalkboard Menu Sign

Mismatched Bridesmaids

Sunflowers

[scrollnshops-blogs]

Designer Clutch Bags for Women at ScrollnShops

ScrollandShops.com is a trendy multi-designer online store in India. It houses multiple designers under one roof who believe in curating exquisite and premium handcrafted styles by local artisans and designers. ScrollnShops offers an extensive array of pret and couture, including Western clothing, Indian wear, royal designs, and classic styles for women, men, and kids. At ScrollnShops, we have something for everyone that will complement your style and enhance your wardrobe. A Designer clutch bag is more than simply an accessory; it's a statement piece that can boost any look for any occasion. From formal occasions to casual outings, selecting an ideal clutch bag is critical for completing your appearance. A clutch bag stands out among the myriad of available accessories as a dependable and versatile piece, often featuring marvellous embellishments that add a touch of elegance to any outfit.

In simple terms, a clutch bag is a compact, flat handbag with handles or straps, although larger bags with handles or detachable straps are also referred to as 'clutch bags'. Designer clutch bags, also known as clutches, handbags, evening bags, or party bags, are classy and stylish items that distinguish themselves as comfortable and extremely useful accessories. A clutch bag was designed to be held in your hand or tucked under your arm. The term originates from the fact that there are no straps or handles, thus you have to "clutch" it.

Clutches for women at ScrollnShops are normally rectangular or flat in shape; however, they can also be square, spheroidal, circular, or uniquely geometric. They usually include some kind of closure, such as a magnetic snap, zipper, or clasp, which keeps your items safe. A designer clutch bag is crafted with premium materials like wood, raw silk, 100% upcycled cotton, brass, 24K gold foil, chiffon, crepe, georgette, chanderi, and more with countless colours from shimmery hues like silver, gold, white, black, copper, to pastels like mint, powder blue, baby pink. They encourage you to cut down your belongings to the very minimum: you have a credit card or two, a phone, keys, some cash, and perhaps some lipstick. Women prefer wearing a clutch with Gowns, Sarees, Co-ord Sets, or Dresses for a party, get together or festivals and wedding functions.

A designer clutch at ScrollnShops is a masterpiece of art that features royal embroidery handcrafted by beads, Zardosi, Jaal, Sequins, Pearl, Cutdana, Motif, Tonal, Sparkle, Floral or Stripes designs. It also features animal designs like peacocks, birds, fish, or something that is inspired by nature, like flowers, leaves, trees, rainbows, and some out-of-the-box things like evil eye or illusion embroidery. A designer clutch at ScrollnShops features a long or short permanent attached or detachable strap that is constructed by different kinds of fabric, metal, or pearls depending on the style. This will ensure that you stand out from the crowd during formal or festive events.

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Presenting the Exquisite Clutch Bags for Women by Indian Designers at ScrollnShops

Knnotcase | Lafaani | Mandira Wirk | Priyanka Jain | Riti | The Purple Sack

Envelope clutches, as the name implies, are envelope-shaped and have an up fold-over flap closing. They're usually rectangular and flat, making them convenient to tuck under your arm. Envelope clutches come in a wide range of sizes and materials, from small to large. Kora Envelope Clutch , Beaded Floral Envelope Clutch

Pouch clutches are gentle, unstructured bags with a zip-top fastening. They are less formal than other types of clutches, which makes them ideal for daytime gatherings or informal evening outings. Pouch clutches are available in colourful hues and prints. Fusion Embellished Clutch, Elephant Embroidered Clutch, Bohemian Tassel Clutch, Oversized Tassel Clutch

Box clutches are structural, hard-sided clutches that, as the name implies, resemble a box. They are sometimes coated in luxurious fabrics and beaded in complex patterns, making them a popular choice for formal occasions. The strong frame of a box clutch also protects your things. Pearl Embroidered Clutch, Floral Embroidery Clutch, Embroidered Box Clutch, Handpainted Machlee Clutch, Peacock Embroidered Clutch

Wristlet clutches are a hybrid style that combines the compactness of a clutch with the functionality of a thin strap. The strap is only wide enough to go across your wrist. Wristlets provide more security than a standard clutch and allow you to use your hands when necessary. Beaded Embroidered Clutch, Pearl Beaded Clutch, Handpainted Harin Clutch

Crossbody clutches have the sleek design of a classic clutch but include a long, detachable strap. This versatile shape could be worn over your shoulder or crossbody for hands-free convenience or as a clutch for a more formal appearance. Sunshine Embellished Clutch, Bead Embroidered Clutch, Sequin Embroidered Clutch, Hand Embroidered Clutch, Handmade Clutch

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[dollycas]

THE COMPLETE KANSAS COZY MYSTERIES BOOKS 1–6 (American Cozy Crime Box sets) by CHARLENE WEIR #Spotlight / #Giveaway

I found this cozy series while searching for books set in Kansas for my Literary Escapes Challenge. All 6 books are now available in a boxed set for just $0.99! THE COMPLETE KANSAS COZY MYSTERIES (American Cozy Crime Box Set) Cozy Mysteries Books 1-6 Setting - Kansas Publisher ‏ : ‎ Joffe Books (August 6, 2024) Print length ‏ : ‎ 1779 pages Kindle ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DCGGQ5RP IN THIS SIX-BOOK BOX SET: BOOK 1: THE WINTER WIDOW High-flying career cop Susan Donovan never expected to wind up in Hampstead, Kansas. But she moved here to be with the man she loves. Then, one freezing cold morning, six weeks after their wedding, Dan is gunned down by a sniper. Killed in the line of duty. Can she track down her husband’s murderer? BOOK 2: A LESSON IN MURDER Professor Carena Egersund is out walking in the woods, when a dog comes bounding over. Carena looks for the owner — and spots a dead body floating face-down in the creek! Then a second body surfaces, in an equally watery grave, and Susan realizes the clock is ticking to catch a ruthless killer . . . BOOK 3: A PRESCRIPTION FOR MURDER The medical center waiting room is deserted. Except for Susan Wren and feverish little Jen Bryant. Suddenly, a gunshot rings out, killing Dr Dorothy and critically wounding Jen. Susan couldn’t protect little Jen from the bullet. Now she will do whatever it takes to catch the elusive shooter. Dr Dorothy wasn’t short of enemies. What skeletons hide in their respectable family closet? BOOK 4: MURDER: TAKE TWO There’s a Hollywood crew in town. On day one of the shoot, stunt double, Kay, must film a brutal murder scene. When the cameras stop rolling, Kay’s left lying in a pool of blood. The crew race over — to find there’s nothing fake about this murder! Police chief Susan Wren is determined to find out. Can she solve the case before the killer returns for the final cut? BOOK 5: A COLD CHRISTMAS Single mom Caley James has three kids, a good-for-nothing ex and the flu. When her furnace dies, she thinks Christmas can’t get worse. Until her youngest finds a dead body in the basement. Police Chief Susan Wren is on the case. But she soon realizes Caley’s busybody neighbor knows more than they’re letting on. Are they hiding a secret — or hiding a killer? BOOK 6: UP IN SMOKE Police Chief Susan’s never been so pleased to see her cousin, footloose reporter Sean Donovan. He turns up out of the blue to tell Susan he’s on to something big — a dark secret in the governor’s murky past! A woman’s battered body is then found, locked in the trunk of an abandoned Mustang. She scours the trunk for evidence — to find Sean’s business card. Stained with blood . . . **YOU GET ALL SIX BOOKS IN THIS BOX SET** MEET THE DETECTIVES A career cop from San Francisco, Susan Donovan never expected to fall in love. Especially not with a small-town police chief like Dan Wren. But when they meet at a conference, Susan knows he’s the one. After a whirlwind romance, they marry and move to Hampstead, Kansas, Dan’s tiny hometown. She thought she’d got her happy ever after. But that all changed one winter’s day, six weeks later — when Dan was gunned down by a sniper. What will her future in the Midwest hold without him? WHAT EVERYONE IS SAYING ABOUT THE KANSAS COZY MYSTERIES: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This series just keeps getting better.’ Patty ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I am really enjoying this series.’ Jacqueline ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I couldn't stop reading.’ Suzette ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I recommend this series for those who like cozies.’ M.C. Crammer About the Author  Charlene Weir: November 10, 1937 – April 4, 2015 Charlene Weir, El Cerrito resident for over 50 years, died on April 4, 2015.  She was born November 10, 1937, in Nortonville, Kansas, the seventh and youngest child of the late George and Clara Kettner.  Charlene graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1955 and received her nursing certification from the state of Oklahoma in 1959. She settled in the Bay Area shortly after and had two children, Chris and Leslie. After an early diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis, Charlene abandoned nursing and turned her love of reading and puzzles into a career as a mystery writer. Her first novel, The Winter Widow, won the St. Martin’s Malice Domestic contest for best first mystery and was nominated for an Anthony Award.  The six novels that followed featured Kansas Chief of Police Susan Wren. Charlene said of her strong female protagonist, “Susan is intelligent and competent, any doubts or uncertainties are hidden beneath a cloak of cool confidence.  She solves her own problems effectively. She doesn’t get rescued. She gets herself out of the burning building.” In many ways, this was the perfect description of Charlene herself. Charlene’s final novel, Unknown Footprints, has been posthumously published. When she wasn’t writing, Charlene enjoyed playing the piano, looking after her two beloved cats, and visiting with her grandchildren.  She was known for her sharp wit and quick sense of humor. I am giving away 2 Box Sets! Sets will be sent from Amazon. The contest is open to anyone over 18 years old. Easy Entry Here.  This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase using my links, I will receive a small commission from the sale at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting Escape With Dollycas. Read the full article

[thebuckblogimo]

Hey, young people, sending thank you cards conveys more than just appreciation.

July 22, 2024

Twice this summer I've heard from old friends who complained that they did not receive a thank you card after giving substantial amounts of cash as a graduation or wedding gift.

My wife and I have had the same sort of experience: writing a generous check to a newly married couple but never receiving so much as a text acknowledging it.

Now some might argue that giving a gift of any kind does not require a "thank you" in return because it was something you wanted to do for the person.

That may be true in some cultures, but not the one we live in.

During the '90s and '00s when my wife and I were raising four children, many of their friends hung out in our basement, kicked back in our hot tub, explored the woods behind our house. We got to know some of them really well. So I felt disappointment after not receiving a thank you card--nor any other form of appreciative communiction--for a wedding gift given to one who did a lot of growing up in our house.

I certainly understand that there are ways other than paper greeting cards or notes to say thank you--texts, e-mails, e-cards with exploding fireworks, Facebook posts, etc. I have sent such greetings myself at the time of a friend's or sibling's birthday.

But for money given at graduations, weddings, showers, etc.? Not acceptable.

Just this past weekend I heard a story from Debbie's cousin who supervises 50 people where she works. She gave a bridal shower for one of her 30-something co-workers, as well as a nice wedding gift. Other than expressing a group thank you in a short speech at the shower, the woman sent no other form of thank you communication for either gesture

That's rude, in my estimation.

On the other hand, a few weeks ago my sister hosted a bridal shower at a restaurant for her soon-to-be dauther-in-law. Shortly after attending the shower Debbie received a heartfelt message from the woman in a real thank you card that arrived in the mail box on our porch. It currently stands on a cabinet in our living room. Receiving that card with it's touching sentiments meant a lot to my wife.

In a world that, regretably, is becoming less civilized every day, it was a personal, very civil thing for the young mellennial to do.

Call me a Neanderthal, but it's my contention that anyone who sends a card to say thank you for a graduation, wedding, or shower gift sets himself or herself apart from the rest of the pack.

It says that you're a cut above.

[athulyaaindia]

Memorable Return Gift Ideas for Baraatis: Celebrate Their Presence with Tokens of Appreciation

Introduction: Baraatis, the esteemed guests who accompany the groom's wedding procession, play a significant role in Indian weddings. Expressing gratitude to these guests with thoughtful return gifts is a tradition that adds warmth and appreciation to the festivities. In this article, we present a collection of return gift ideas tailored for baraatis, ensuring they depart with cherished mementos that reflect the joy of the occasion.

Miniature Traditional Instruments (Rs 150 - Rs 200):

return gift ideas for barati of traditional Indian musical instruments such as tabla, sitar, or flute.

These decorative pieces are a nod to the festive music and culture of Indian weddings.

Guests can display them at home or on their desks as reminders of the joyful celebration.

Personalized Keychains with Groom's and Bride's Initials (Rs 100 - Rs 150):

Customized keychains featuring the initials of the couple, adding a personal touch.

Guests can use these keychains to accessorize their keys or bags, keeping the wedding memories close.

Opt for elegant designs and quality materials for a lasting impression.

Decorative Pocket Watches (Rs 200 - Rs 250):

Vintage-style pocket watches with intricate designs and engravings.

These timeless pieces are both functional and stylish, making them memorable gifts.

Guests can wear them as accessories or keep them as collector's items.

Embroidered Silk Pouches with Sweets (Rs 150 - Rs 200 per set):

Silk pouches embroidered with traditional motifs and filled with delectable sweets.

These elegant pouches double as gift packaging and can be reused for storing small items.

Guests will appreciate the blend of aesthetics and sweetness in this thoughtful gift.

Aromatic Potpourri Sets (Rs 100 - Rs 150 per set):

Potpourri sets featuring a blend of dried flowers, herbs, and spices in decorative jars.

Guests can place these fragrant mixes in their homes for a pleasant and calming ambiance.

Choose scents like lavender, rose, or jasmine for a soothing effect.

Handcrafted Wooden Coasters (Rs 80 - Rs 120 per set):

Set of wooden coasters with intricate carvings or designs.

These practical gifts protect surfaces from drink stains while adding a touch of elegance.

Guests can use them during daily routines or special occasions.

Artisanal Soap and Hand Towel Sets (Rs 120 - Rs 180 per set):

Sets featuring handmade soaps with natural ingredients and soft hand towels.

These spa-inspired gifts promote relaxation and pampering.

Guests can enjoy a luxurious bath experience with these thoughtfully curated sets.

Decorative Wall Hangings or Hangable Ornaments (Rs 100 - Rs 150):

Intricately designed wall hangings or ornaments in metal or wood.

Guests can adorn their homes with these decorative pieces, adding a festive touch.

Opt for auspicious symbols or motifs related to weddings for a meaningful gift.

Herbal Tea Gift Boxes (Rs 150 - Rs 200 per set):

Assorted herbal tea blends in attractive gift boxes.

Guests can enjoy a variety of flavors like green tea, chamomile, or peppermint.

Perfect for relaxation and wellness after the celebratory events.

Customized Thank You Cards or Photo Frames (Rs 50 - Rs 100 per piece):

Personalized thank you cards with a heartfelt message from the couple.

Photo frames featuring a group photo from the wedding or a picture with the baraatis.

These personalized tokens of appreciation will remind guests of the special bond shared during the wedding.

Conclusion: Selecting return gifts for baraatis is an opportunity to express gratitude and leave a lasting impression on these esteemed guests. The gift ideas presented, all within the Rs 200 budget range, are thoughtful and meaningful, reflecting the joy and spirit of the wedding celebration. Whether it's a miniature instrument, personalized keychain, or aromatic potpourri set, each gift is designed to convey appreciation for the guests' presence and participation in the festivities. By choosing these memorable tokens, couples can create lasting memories and strengthen the bond with their baraatis.

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Bright Ideas for Crafting: Utilizing Mini LED Lights Effectively

Certainly! Mini LED lights can add a beautiful and whimsical touch to your crafting projects. Here are some bright ideas for utilizing them effectively. Place mini LED lights inside glass jars to create enchanting fairy light jars. You can decorate the outside of the jars with paint, ribbons, or glitter for added charm. These make lovely centerpieces or nightlights. Similar to fairy light jars, you can turn mason jars into lanterns by placing mini LED lights inside. Add some decorative elements like fake flowers or beads to the bottom of the jar for an extra decorative touch. Use mini LED lights to enhance string art projects. Hammer nails or use adhesive hooks to create your string art design on a wooden board or canvas, then weave the mini LED lights through the nails/hooks to illuminate your creation. Create shadow boxes with mini LED lights to highlight keepsakes or small objects. Arrange your items inside the box and strategically place the lights to add depth and visual interest. Craft your own marquee letters using cardboard, wood, or foam board and insert mini LED lights inside to make them glow. These personalized marquee letters can be used as home decor or for special events like weddings and parties. Upcycle old glass bottles by turning them into lamps with mini LED lights. Drill a hole in the back of the bottle to insert the lights, and then seal it with a rubber grommet. Decorate the outside of the bottle as desired.

Exploring the Variety of Mini LED Lights for Crafting

From tiny fairy lights to miniature string lights, the variety of mini LED lights for crafting available for crafts is vast. Crafters can choose from an array of shapes, colors, and sizes to suit their specific project needs. This section will showcase the diverse range of mini LED lights on the market, providing insight into the options available for crafting endeavors.

Enhancing Crafts with Mini LED Lights for Crafting

Mini LED lights can add a touch of magic to any craft project, whether it's illuminating a handmade greeting card, embellishing a DIY wreath, or accentuating a miniature diorama. This section will explore the creative ways in which crafters can enhance their projects using mini LED lights, offering inspiration and ideas for incorporating illumination into various crafts.

Tips and Techniques for Using Mini LED Lights in Crafts

While mini LED lights are versatile and easy to use, there are some tips and techniques that can help crafters achieve the best results. From securing lights in place to creating dynamic lighting effects, this section will provide practical advice for harnessing the full potential of mini LED lights in crafting endeavors.

Safety Considerations When Using Mini LED Lights

While mini LED lights are generally safe to use, it's important for crafters to be aware of potential safety considerations. This section will highlight key safety tips for using mini LED lights in crafts, including proper handling, storage, and disposal practices to ensure a safe crafting experience.

Incorporating Mini LED Lights into Seasonal Crafts

Mini LED lights are perfect for adding festive flair to seasonal crafts throughout the year. Whether it's decorating for Christmas, Halloween, or any other holiday or celebration, this section will explore creative ways to incorporate mini LED lights into seasonal crafts, making each occasion sparkle with luminous charm.

Future Trends and Innovations in Mini LED Lights for Crafts

As technology continues to evolve, so too do the possibilities for mini LED lights in crafting. This section will speculate on future trends and innovations in mini LED lights for crafts, exploring potential advancements in design, functionality, and sustainability that could shape the future of crafting with illumination.

Comprehensive Understanding of Mini Led Lights for Crafts

Mini LED lights for crafts are small, energy-efficient light-emitting diodes that are commonly used in various crafting projects. These lights offer versatility, durability, and low power consumption, making them ideal for adding illumination to crafts of all kinds. Here's a comprehensive understanding of mini LED lights for crafts.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the utilization of mini LED lights in crafting offers an array of creative possibilities limited only by one's imagination. From enhancing decorative pieces to adding functionality and ambiance, these tiny yet powerful lights can transform ordinary crafts into extraordinary works of art. Through the exploration of various techniques and applications, crafters can unlock the full potential of mini LED lights, infusing their projects with a mesmerizing glow and captivating allure.

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Dovedale Florist

Dovedale Florist is one of the most well-known flower shops in Liverpool. Founded over thirty years ago, it has become a household name in the local area. The florist is a member of the British Floristry Association and offers exceptional service and innovative floral designs. They can help you with any occasion, whether it be a wedding, anniversary, or funeral.

When it comes to Best Flowers in Liverpool, you can choose from many different types and shops. Whether you're in search of a romantic bouquet or a simple arrangement of bright, colorful blooms, you'll find the perfect flowers for your special occasion. There are also several different types of flower delivery available, including same day delivery.

You can place an order with this florist online or at their store in Dovedale. With their same day delivery service, you can have a beautiful flower bouquet delivered to the lucky recipient within an hour. Customers who choose this florist have been pleased with the results. The shop also offers poppies flowers, a range of brightly coloured flower arrangements that are sure to make the recipient smile.

Annabelle's Florist

Annabelle's Florist is one of the premier wedding florists in Liverpool, creating stunning flower displays for the bride and groom. Flowers are the highlight of a wedding day, from the bride's bouquet to her bridesmaids' bouquets and the groom's buttonhole. Joanne has been passionate about florals since she was 12 years old.

Annabelle's Florist in Liverpool offers flower delivery in and around Liverpool, as well as nationwide through their network of florists. Their floral arrangements are designed to be fresh and beautiful for any occasion. They offer stunning bouquets for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, get well soon, and more.

Norwegian Wood Florist

If you are looking for a florist in Liverpool that will give you beautiful flowers at reasonable prices, you should visit Norwegian Wood Florist. This florist is located at 140 Queens Drive West Derby in Liverpool. They are open on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 17:00 p.m. and on Saturday, they are open from 09:30 a.m. to 15:00 p.m.

This florist has a great selection of beautiful flowers and offers same-day flower delivery. They can also customise the arrangement for a specific recipient. Their floral arrangement options are bright, colourful, and unique. In addition to flowers, they offer a selection of gift baskets and boxes.

Fishlock Flowers

Fishlocks Flowers is an online florist that provides same-day and weekend flower delivery. Their hand-tied bouquets make a beautiful gift for any occasion. For an extra special touch, they can add Champagne or Maison Fougere chocolates. Their website and app also allow customers to review and track past orders. In addition, if you'd like to send your special someone a surprise, you can add a fun balloon.

The family-run florist has been based in Liverpool for over 100 years, so they know a thing or two about making their customers happy. With their dedication to customer service, they have created thousands of beautiful arrangements and won the trust of the people of Liverpool.

Passion For Flowers

If you're looking for a great place to buy flowers, Passion For Flowers is the place to go. The local shop specializes in delivering posies, bouquets and baskets, as well as special occasion blooms. You'll find that they can even create a bespoke arrangement for a special occasion.

Passion For Flowers is a florist that delivers flowers to Liverpool and offers exceptional service and the highest quality flowers. Their service is delivered by a professional florist and they also offer same day flower delivery. The shop is located in the Dingle neighborhood of Liverpool. They accept payments from credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.

Booker Flowers & Gifts

Booker Flowers & Gifts is a Liverpool florist that specializes in unique hand-made arrangements using only the finest grade flowers. They also offer same-day, three hour, and Sunday flower delivery. They are rated as the Best Florist in the North West by Three Best Rated and won the North West Regional Award at the English Wedding Awards. Their delivery times are quick and efficient and they use environmentally friendly packaging. They're also open on Sundays, and they provide funeral tributes and unique gifts.

Booker Flowers & Gifts has been in business for over thirty-five years and offers quality service to its loyal customers. The shop offers local flower delivery in Liverpool and throughout Merseyside. Their extensive service area includes the city center as well as surrounding areas such as Anfield, Broadgreen, Cressington, and Dingle.

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Crafting Unforgettable Memories: The Beauty of a Custom Wedding Guest Book

Weddings are beautiful celebrations of love and commitment, and they are often filled with personal touches that make the day truly unique. One such cherished keepsake is the wedding guest book. A custom wedding guest book is a creative and meaningful way to capture the essence of your special day and preserve the well-wishes and memories of your loved ones. 

The Importance of a Wedding Guest Book

Customized wedding guest books serve as a tangible memory of your big day. It's a way to document the presence of your friends and family, their heartfelt messages, and sometimes even their creative expressions. This cherished keepsake can be revisited for years to come, serving as a reminder of the love and support that surrounded you on your wedding day.

The Power of Customization

Customization is key when it comes to creating a custom guest book that truly reflects your personality and style. Here are some ideas to help you get started:

1. Personalized Cover: Begin with a personalized cover that sets the tone for your wedding. You can include your names, wedding date, and a special message or image to make it the best wedding guest book that represents your love story.

2. Theme and Color Scheme: Consider your wedding theme and color scheme when designing your guest book. Matching it to your wedding's aesthetic will create a cohesive look.

3. Photo Integration: Incorporate engagement photos or pictures from your journey together as a couple. This adds a personal touch and makes your guest book uniquely yours.

4. Unique Materials: Experiment with different materials for your guest book, such as leather, fabric, or wood, to give it a distinctive look and feel.

5. Alternative Formats: Don't limit yourself to the traditional guest book format. You can create a photo album, a scrapbook, or even a puzzle for your guests to sign.

6. Interactive Elements: Add interactive elements like questions or prompts for your guests to answer. This can lead to fun and heartwarming responses.

7. Artistic Touches: If you're artistically inclined or know someone who is, consider custom illustrations, calligraphy, or hand-painted details to make your guest book a true work of art.

Getting Creative with Guest Entries

Encourage your guests to be creative and express themselves beyond the typical well-wishes. Here are some unique ideas:

1. Advice Cards: Provide cards where guests can share their best marriage advice or predictions for your future.

2. Polaroid Pictures: Include a polaroid camera so guests can take a picture of themselves and attach it next to their message.

3. Mad Libs: Design fun wedding-themed Mad Libs for your guests to fill out.

Preserving Your Memories

Once your wedding is over and your luxury wedding guest book is filled with love and memories, it's essential to preserve it properly. Store it in a cool, dry place to prevent damage, and consider placing it in a protective box or cover to shield it from dust and light.

Conclusion

A custom wedding guest book is a beautiful way to capture the essence of your special day and create a lasting keepsake filled with love and well-wishes from your nearest and dearest. By infusing your personality and style into the design and encouraging creative entries, you can ensure that your guest book reflects your unique love story. So, get creative and cherish those heartfelt messages and memories for years to come. design your own wedding guest book by getting in touch with Personalized Wedding Guest Book.