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quiet-mindretreat · 3 months
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Discover Serenity: Top Wellness Retreats and Romantic Getaways in Southern California
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Unwind amidst breathtaking landscapes and rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul at the Quiet Mind Retreat, your gateway to tranquility in Southern California. Explore our curated selection of affordable spa resorts nestled in the heart of this serene region, offering unparalleled relaxation and rejuvenation experiences. Whether you seek serene wellness retreats or intimate romantic getaways, Southern California has it all.
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Immerse yourself in the serene ambiance of wellness resorts dotting the landscape, where every corner exudes tranquility and peace. Indulge in luxurious spa treatments and holistic wellness programs designed to revitalize your senses and restore balance.
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For a truly enchanting escape, venture to Lake Cuyamaca and discover charming lakefront hotels offering captivating views and unparalleled serenity. Let the soothing sounds of nature and the calming waters of the lake wash away your worries as you embark on a journey of relaxation and renewal.
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Experience the ultimate romantic escape in Julian, California, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and quaint charm. Treat your loved one to a memorable romantic getaway, complete with cozy accommodations, candlelit dinners, and unforgettable moments under the starry sky.
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Embark on a romantic rendezvous in San Diego, where romantic couple packages await to whisk you away to a world of luxury and intimacy. From secluded beachfront retreats to chic urban escapes, San Diego offers endless opportunities for romance and relaxation.
Unwind amidst the majestic mountains of California at wellness hotels offering panoramic views of the breathtaking landscapes. Let the serene surroundings inspire your journey to wellness and inner peace as you embark on a transformative experience.
Elevate your yoga practice amidst the stunning backdrop of San Diego with Yoga retreats designed to nurture your body, mind, and spirit. Immerse yourself in the ancient teachings of yoga and find harmony within as you explore the depths of your practice.
For those seeking a secluded sanctuary, the lake view romantic hotels of California offer the perfect escape. Reconnect with your loved one amidst the tranquil beauty of the lakeside, where every moment is infused with romance and enchantment.
Plan the perfect proposal in San Diego, where romantic resorts and scenic vistas set the stage for unforgettable moments of love and commitment. Create memories to last a lifetime as you embark on this new chapter together.
Escape to the serene oasis of Buddhist retreats in California, where ancient traditions and modern comforts converge to create a truly transformative experience. Discover inner peace and spiritual renewal amidst the tranquil surroundings of these sacred sanctuaries.
Indulge in the ultimate luxury experience at Health Spa and Resort, where world-class amenities and personalized service await. Treat yourself to rejuvenating spa treatments, gourmet dining, and exclusive accommodations as you bask in the lap of luxury.
From intimate spa retreats to all-inclusive resorts, Southern California offers endless possibilities for relaxation and rejuvenation. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, wellness retreat, or simply seeking solace amidst nature, let the serene landscapes and luxurious accommodations of Southern California inspire your next escape.
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deltin-royale · 5 days
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Discover the Ultimate Getaway: Exploring Casino Packages
For those seeking an exhilarating mix of entertainment, luxury, and adventure, casino packages offer the perfect escape. These all-inclusive deals combine the thrill of gambling with a range of luxurious amenities, creating an unforgettable experience for both novice and seasoned casino enthusiasts. Here's everything you need to know about casino packages and how they can transform your next getaway.
What Are Casino Packages?
Casino packages are specially curated offers provided by casinos and resorts, bundling together a variety of services and perks to enhance the overall experience. These packages typically include accommodations, dining options, gaming credits, entertainment, and sometimes additional amenities like spa treatments or golf access. Designed to cater to different tastes and budgets, casino packages ensure guests enjoy a seamless and luxurious stay.
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Benefits of Casino Packages
Cost Savings: Casino packages often provide significant savings compared to booking each component separately. The bundled pricing makes it an economical choice, offering value for money without compromising on luxury and enjoyment.
Convenience: These packages streamline the planning process, as they include everything you need for a perfect getaway. From accommodations to entertainment, everything is taken care of, allowing you to focus on having fun.
Exclusive Perks: Many casino packages come with exclusive perks such as VIP access to shows, complimentary meals, or private gaming lessons. These extras add a touch of exclusivity and make your stay even more special.
Variety of Choices: Casino packages cater to diverse preferences, whether you’re looking for a romantic retreat, a lively weekend with friends, or a family-friendly vacation. There’s a package to suit every type of traveler.
Popular Inclusions in Casino Packages
Luxury Accommodations: Stay in upscale rooms or suites with stunning views and top-notch amenities. Many packages offer upgraded accommodations for a truly lavish experience.
Dining and Drinks: Enjoy gourmet meals at on-site restaurants, ranging from casual dining to fine cuisine. Some packages also include beverage credits or complimentary drinks.
Gaming Credits: Receive gaming credits to use on the casino floor, allowing you to try your luck at various games without additional costs. This can include slots, table games, or even poker tournaments.
Entertainment: Experience world-class entertainment such as live shows, concerts, or theater performances. Many casino packages include tickets to these events, providing a complete entertainment experience.
Recreational Activities: Access to recreational facilities like spas, golf courses, pools, and fitness centers is often included. Enjoy a holistic getaway with both relaxation and excitement.
Choosing the Right Casino Package
When selecting a casino package, consider the following factors to ensure it meets your needs:
Budget: Determine your budget and choose a package that offers the best value within your price range. Look for packages that include extras you’ll actually use to maximize your investment.
Preferences: Consider your interests and preferences. If you’re a foodie, look for packages with dining credits or gourmet meals. If you love shows, opt for packages with entertainment tickets.
Location: Choose a destination that appeals to you. Whether it’s the bright lights of Las Vegas, the scenic beauty of a coastal resort, or the vibrant atmosphere of a bustling city, location plays a crucial role in your overall experience.
Inclusions: Review what’s included in the package to ensure it aligns with your expectations. Check for hidden fees or additional costs that might impact your budget.
Conclusion
In conclusion, casino packages offer an exciting and luxurious way to enjoy a getaway, combining the thrill of gambling with a host of premium amenities. Whether you're looking for cost savings, convenience, or exclusive perks, these packages provide a comprehensive and enjoyable experience tailored to your preferences. Explore the various options available and choose a casino package that promises an unforgettable adventure, filled with excitement, luxury, and lasting memories.
Embark on your next adventure with a casino package that offers the perfect blend of gaming, relaxation, and entertainment, and let the good times roll.
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shtojan · 9 months
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Infinity Pool
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Inspiration for a huge tropical rooftop tile and custom-shaped infinity pool fountain remodel
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welcometomyoasis · 3 months
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Beach house holiday with seventeen
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Synopsis: How seventeen would spend their holiday at a beach house with you, their s/o.  Svt x gn! reader | fluff, est. relationship | 1.1k words | warnings: one mention of heat exhaustion, water, food, slightly suggestive, slight possessive behaviour | requested by anon A/n: i’m actually really stressed rn. Yes, this is me projecting especially on the 95 line
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Preamble: After months of busy work schedules, you and your boyfriend agree to take a vacation together. To your surprise, your boyfriend insists on planning the vacation. When you arrive at your destination, you see that he has booked you both a holiday at a…
𓇼𖦹 Beach house located within an all inclusive luxury resort 
Seungcheol, Jeonghan, Joshua, Mingyu
⛱ He wants to spoil you rotten. You’ve been such a supportive partner during all these months when he’s been working. No matter how tired you are, you always put his needs first. So, you better believe he’s whipping out all the stops for your vacation this time. 
⛱ Luxury flights, luxury room (actually no, he booked you both a private villa with your own private pool), luxury clothes, luxury couples spa treatments, fancy dates at famous restaurants. He’s going to whisk you around to make sure you feel all pampered and loved. Although you have your own private butler service, he will personally wait on you hand and foot. Sure, it’s his vacation too, but he takes great pride and pleasure in being able to repay you for all you’ve done for him. Besides, he knows you’ll make sure he feels just as relaxed as you are. 
⛱ Obviously, you do enjoy what the resort has to offer like the all-inclusive water sport activities, cocktail hour at the lounge. But for a good portion of the time you’re there, you both spend the time in the room relaxing. That’s why there is a private pool. No, it’s definitely not because he’s possessive and doesn’t want other people to admire you at the shared pool or the beach. Kisses while having a bubble bath in the tub big enough for two, picnics with champagne and chocolate covered strawberries on the deck overlooking the gorgeous view of the ocean. Cuddles in that little hammock tucked near the trees. Sunbathing on the beach right outside your room. Room service at all hours of the day where you can eat in the privacy of your room wearing only your bathrobes. You’re both going to savour each and every moment spent together.
⛱ He promises to take you somewhere even more extravagant for your honeymoon. Wait, what do you mean that all this is too expensive and too much? Nonsense, he’s waving away your worries with his hand. It’s all paid for and it’s not like he can’t afford it. Let him spoil you and don’t worry your pretty little head over these trivial matters. 
𓇼𖦹 Secluded beach house with its own private beach
Wonwoo, Woozi, Minghao, Vernon
⛱ It’s a vacation. You’re supposed to be able to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. You’re not necessarily going completely unplugged (please only Minghao would survive that), but it’s his way of getting you both to disconnect from the rat race, and his way of helping you both to reconnect with each other. 
⛱ Honestly, it took him a while to find this beach house, though once he did, he knew it would be the perfect place to take you. It was secluded enough that no one else would disturb you. The house was equipped with great facilities. There was a kitchen, a large bedroom for breakfast in bed. That then connected to the bathroom with an outdoor shower and bathtub/ jacuzzi area. There was a big lounging area where you could waste the day away cuddling and watching movies. The view was spectacular. During your vacation, you would wake up snuggled against your boyfriend to the sound of the waves and the view of the sun peaking out from the horizon. Interestingly, morning soaks in the outdoor bath turned into lazy beach days filled with all the kisses and cuddles you could possibly want. The plans for hiking during the day or exploring the area around the house were all soon forgotten. 
⛱ And the best part of all? It was a private beach. You wouldn’t need to share or fight for the space. No rowdy tourists, no one screaming, no stray beach balls. It was just the two of you. Also, because it was just the two of you, you could admire each other and soak in each other’s presence without being disturbed. Every single little gaze, each touch, each flattering comment, it was like you were rekindling the spark that you had from the early days of your relationship (not that it ever went out to begin with). By the end of the holiday, let’s just say you both were thoroughly tuckered out, very happy, very relaxed and very giddy from spending a lot of time with each other.
𓇼𖦹 Beach house located not too far from the city and the beach
Junhui, Soonyoung, Dokyeom, Seungkwan, Dino
⛱ To him, a beach house holiday is always fun. There’s so much to do at the beach like frolicking in the sand, building sand castles, making sand angels (?), playing volley ball, having a picnic, skinny dipping, letting the water rush over your feet as you squeal and run away because it’s way too cold. The list could go on. 
⛱ But the thing is, there can be a thing as too much beach. So he’s being practical. He plans a holiday where you both will have plenty of options in terms of activities that you can do. The beach house is in a practical location. It’s not too big and not too luxurious since he knows you’ll be spending a lot of time outside. The view is great though. Not too near the beach where you’ll have to suffer through the glare of the sun. And it’s not so far that you can’t admire the glistening ocean waves. The house is near enough to the city as well so that you can go into town whenever you want for shopping, cafe hopping, groceries etc. Afterall, it’s a new town you’ve never explored together before. 
⛱ In other words, the whole week to him is one big extended date. From the time you wake up to the time you go to bed and even then, you’re stuck to each other. Your hand is always in his, your arms are always around each other. You’ll probably spend the week making up for all the time and dates that you’ve had to forgo because of the demands of your jobs. Months worth of couples activities will be cramped into this time. It’s busy and it’s rushed and it’s exhausting (you might not sleep much either in favour of star gazing from the balcony of your beach house), but every single moment you’re able to spend with him is worth it. 
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BodyHoliday is the most luxurious and exclusive resort on the island of St. Lucia. BodyHoliday is well-known for providing the best Caribbean spa holidays in St. Lucia. BodyHoliday is a tranquil haven with an unrivaled selection of spa treatments, fitness classes, and healthy cuisine.
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When the app tries to make you robo-scab
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When we talk about the abusive nature of gig work, there’s some obvious targets, like algorithmic wage discrimination, where two workers are paid different rates for the same job, in order to trick occasional gig-workers to give up their other sources of income and become entirely dependent on the app:
https://pluralistic.net/2023/04/12/algorithmic-wage-discrimination/#fishers-of-men
Then there’s the opacity — imagine if your boss refused to tell you how much you’ll get paid for a job until after you’ve completed it, claimed that this was done in order to “protect privacy” — and then threatened anyone who helped you figure out the true wage on offer:
https://pluralistic.net/2021/08/07/hr-4193/#boss-app
Opacity is wage theft’s handmaiden: every gig worker producing content for a social media algorithm is subject to having their reach — and hence their pay — cut based on the unaccountable, inscrutable decisions of a content moderation system:
https://pluralistic.net/2022/12/10/e2e/#the-censors-pen
Making content for an algorithm is like having a boss that docks every paycheck because you broke rules that you are not allowed to know, because if you knew the rules, you’d figure out how to cheat without your boss catching you. Content moderation is the last place where security through obscurity is considered good practice:
https://doctorow.medium.com/como-is-infosec-307f87004563
When workers seize the means of computation, amazing things happen. In Indonesia, gig workers create and trade tuyul apps that let them unilaterally modify the way that their bosses’ systems see them — everything from GPS spoofing to accessibility mods:
https://pluralistic.net/2021/07/08/tuyul-apps/#gojek
So the tech and labor story isn’t wholly grim: there are lots of ways that tech can enhance labor struggles, letting workers collaborate and coordinate. Without digital systems, we wouldn’t have the Hot Strike Summer:
https://pluralistic.net/2022/12/02/not-what-it-does/#who-it-does-it-to
As the historic writer/actor strike shows us, the resurgent labor movement and the senescent forces of crapulent capitalism are locked in a death-struggle over not just what digital tools do, but who they do it for and who they do it to:
https://locusmag.com/2022/01/cory-doctorow-science-fiction-is-a-luddite-literature/
When it comes to the epic fight over who technology acts for and against, we need a diversity of tactics, backstopped by tech operated by and for its users — and by laws that protect workers and the public. That dynamic is in sharp focus in UNITE Here Local 11’s strike against Orange County’s Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa.
The UNITE Here strike turns on the usual issues like a living wage (hotel staff are paid so little they have to rent rooming-house beds by the shift, paying for the right to sleep in a room for a few hours at a time, without any permanent accommodation). They’re also seeking health-care and pensions, so they can be healthy at work and retire after long service. Finally, they’re seeking their employer’s support for LA’s Responsible Hotels Ordinance, which would levy a tax on hotel rooms to help pay for hotel workers’ housing costs (a hotel worker who can’t afford a bed is the equivalent of a fast food worker who has to apply for food stamps):
https://www.unitehere11.org/responsible-hotels-ordinance/
But the Marriott — which is owned by the University of California and managed by Aimbridge Hospitality — has refused to bargain, walking out negotiations.
But the employer didn’t walk out over wages, benefits or support for a housing subsidy. They walked out when workers demanded that the scabs that the company was trying to hire to break the strike be given full time, union jobs.
These aren’t just any scabs, either. They’re predominantly Black workers who rely on the $700m Instawork app for gigs. These workers are being dispatched to cross the picket line without any warning that they’re being contracted as strikebreakers. When workers refuse the cross the picket and join the strike, Instawork cancels all their shifts and permanently blocks them from new jobs.
This is a new, technologically supercharged form of illegal strikebreaking. It’s one thing for a single boss to punish a worker who refuses to scab, but Instawork acts as a plausible-deniability filter for all the major employers in the region. Like the landlord apps that allow landlords to illegally fix rents by coordinating hikes, Instawork lets bosses illegally collude to rig wages by coordinating a blocklist of workers who refuse to scab:
https://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2022/10/company-that-makes-rent-setting-software-for-landlords-sued-for-collusion/?comments=1
The racial dimension is really important here: the Marriott has a longstanding de facto policy of refusing to hire Black workers, and whenever they are confronted with this, they insist that there are no qualified Black workers in the labor pool. But as soon as the predominantly Latino workforce struck, Marriott discovered a vast Black workforce that it could coerce into scabbing, in collusion with Instawork.
Now, all of this isn’t just sleazy, it’s illegal, a violation of Section 7 of the NLRB Act. Historically, that wouldn’t have mattered, because a string of presidents, R and D, have appointed useless do-nothing ghouls to run the NLRB. But the Biden admin, pushed by the party’s left wing, made a string of historic, excellent appointments, including NLRB General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo, who has set her sights on punishing gig work companies for flouting labor law:
https://pluralistic.net/2022/01/10/see-you-in-the-funny-papers/#bidens-legacy
UNITE HERE 11 has brought a case to the NLRB, charging the Instawork, the UC system, Marriott, and Aimbridge with violating labor law by blackmailing gig workers into crossing the picket line. The union is also asking the NLRB to punish the companies for failing to protect workers from violent retaliation from the wealthy hotel guests who have punched them and screamed epithets at them. The hotel has refused to identify these thug guests so that the workers they assaulted can swear out complaints against them.
Writing about the strike for Jacobin, Alex N Press tells the story of Thomas Bradley, a Black worker who was struck off all Instawork shifts for refusing to cross the picket line and joining it instead:
https://jacobin.com/2023/07/southern-california-hotel-workers-strike-automated-management-unite-here
Bradley’s case is exhibit A in the UNITE HERE 11 case before the NLRB. He has a degree in culinary arts, but racial discrimination in the industry has kept him stuck in gig and temp jobs ever since he graduated, nearly a quarter century ago. Bradley lived out of his car, but that was repossessed while he slept in a hotel room that UNITE HERE 11 fundraised for him, leaving him homeless and bereft of all his worldly possessions.
With UNITE HERE 11’s help, Bradley’s secured a job at the downtown LA Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, a hotel that has bargained with the workers. Bradley is using his newfound secure position to campaign among other Instawork workers to convince them not to cross picket lines. In these group chats, Jacobin saw workers worrying “that joining the strike would jeopardize their standing on the app.”
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Today (July 30) at 1530h, I’m appearing on a panel at Midsummer Scream in Long Beach, CA, to discuss the wonderful, award-winning “Ghost Post” Haunted Mansion project I worked on for Disney Imagineering.
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If you'd like an essay-formatted version of this thread to read or share, here's a link to it on pluralistic.net, my surveillance-free, ad-free, tracker-free blog:
https://pluralistic.net/2023/07/30/computer-says-scab/#instawork
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[Image ID: An old photo of strikers before a struck factory, with tear-gas plumes rising above them. The image has been modified to add a Marriott sign to the factory, and the menacing red eye of HAL9000 from Stanley Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey' to the sky over the factory. The workers have been colorized to a yellow-green shade and the factory has been colorized to a sepia tone.]
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Image: Cryteria (modified) https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:HAL9000.svg
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comic-sans-chan · 2 months
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cursed modern human garashir au where ds9 is an old ruined resort that was built by some evil rich motherfuckers years ago and was recently seized back by the native people whose land and economy it had destroyed. it's since been converted into an affordable apartment complex sort of situation (just... with a pool, bar, restaraunts, spa and tennis court built into it lol) and is run by sisko and kira. since it is rundown, odo gets hired back on to keep kids from further vandalizing it and o'brien's team gets hired on from the nonprofit organization sisko works for to fix the place up best he can. dukat is the old overseer of the property who drops by sometimes to remind them he and his hospitality business still exist, and my, what a fine job they’ve done renovating the place! it’s actually nice again. sure would be a shame if someone bought the property out from under them (lmao jk kardasi hospitality and starfleet are friends! no hard feelings. they should collaborate on some future projects, actually).
garak's a sad bitch who just lost his amazing morally dubious nepotism career at obsidian corp. (which absorbed kardasi hospitality) and moved into the complex just for the comfortingly familiar architecture. even tho he's not on the payroll for his (secret) dad's evil exploitative company anymore he's still vital to its continued efficiency and is an absolute sucker who still does unpaid shady work for them from time to time. so no one in the complex likes him, but also he's a very pleasant and fastidious queer man who pays his rent on time and has completely taken over the laundry room, to the benefit of everyone, because all the machines actually work now, it's always tidy, and there's a variety of forever-stocked detergents and soaps available, plus an iron?? there was not an iron before garak moved in. which is how it eventually becomes public knowledge that garak has an online tailoring and fashion design business, and he's actually pretty good at restoring clothes that get fucked by the washing machine or eaten by rats, soooo. yeah. they let him stick around.
meanwhile julian's a hot doctor who works at the local hospital and is absolutely buried in student debt that he refuses to let his moderately-wealthy family help him with because they're awful people who had him on illegal drugs without his knowledge since he was a little kid. they were afraid he had something wrong with him, apparently. he was too far behind in his class or w/e. they couldn't handle having a kid with special needs, so they pumped him full of dangerous experimental stimulants. only reason he found out is because he snuck off somewhere to start transitioning and had some tests done that revealed all the crazy shit in his system. he's insanely lucky he didn't end up in the hospital with seizures or fall into a coma or worse. not to mention his parents still dead-name him left and right over a decade later. it's a whole mess and a huge secret, because he technically has a history with illegal drug abuse, and it's a partially ongoing history because going cold turkey off drugs he's been on since he was six is Not A Good Idea, so??? fuck his life, actually. he lives in the apartment just down the hall from garak's. 
garak hates the country his dad's company expanded into and would like nothing better than to move back home, but it's not really logistically possible. especially since everyone there hates him cuz his (secret) dad's company is a mega-corporation that's completely taken over everything p much and is a complete monopoly nightmare, and he did... kinda... work there for decades. no one would hire him if he went back. it would be an extreme conflict of interest, since everyone wants to stay on tain's good side, including garak. but starfleet is interested in him, so he does some begrudging contract work for them sometimes, but he really has no desire to join them. he just wants to resume his old career and reclaim his assets.
julian's hospital is owned by starfleet, tho. his scholarship into medical school was also from starfleet, in fact--they're the only reason he was able to (sort of) afford becoming a doctor at all. so he's a big fan, even tho they are pretty hardcore anti-drugs in a way that's made him have to forge medical records and risk serious legal charges and prison time. julian comes across as a squeaky clean medical professional and an adorable idiot, but he's intimately familiar with back-alley dealings. which is kind of how he ends up helping garak with his drug addiction, and keeps said addiction off the record.
but basically, how it begins is julian likes to support the local restaurants in the complex and garak finds him there and thinks he's gorgeous, and it proceeds as expected. they fuck nasty and become codependent. ten years later, julian lives in a modest house with garak in his home country and garak irons all his old university hoodies.
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storiesbyjes2g · 5 months
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3.63 Luca's Ladies
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I didn't expect I'd love traipsing around the house in my underwear so much, but I did. Though, it wasn't so much being nearly naked but the fact that I was alone and didn't have to be concerned about anyone else. I could just get out of the shower and do whatever I needed to do without worrying about what to put on. When I considered what to do with my life just before my birthday, I thought about moving out for about five seconds. I didn't know Mama would give me money and thought I couldn't afford it without a job. I also didn't think I'd like living alone. Moreover, I didn't think I was ready for that level of responsibility—and I wasn't. But I'm here now, and it's great.
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Last night, I had a nightmare for the first time. Everywhere I went, I felt like someone was watching me. I became very paranoid and walked around, looking over my shoulder, not trusting anyone. In the dream, I went to bed, and when I woke up, this creepy doll was hovering over me. It scared the shit out of me and I woke up screaming. Good thing Sophia had left by then. I blamed Mama's loud ass ghost dog and still couldn't believe I met Gammy last night. I thought about it the whole time I jogged that morning and could not stop grinning. What a woman. No wonder Mama talked about her so much.
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Speaking of Mama, she called on my way to the resort. I went back there to take a yoga class so I could speak with the instructor about the possibility of teaching. She said she heard I had a girlfriend and had moved in with her. I knew Less couldn't keep it together. I thought I detected a hint of snark mixed in with her excitement, and I was right. She said she was offended that she was not the first to know, especially after I had promised she would be. To cheer her up, I mentioned we would be by later so she could meet Sophia. I think that sufficiently got me out of the doghouse.
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I was the only one in attendance, so the instructor began the class. She was really good—better than all the other instructors I'd experienced. And get this. I could finally bend all the backwards without falling over! While I acknowledged my continuous improvement, I frequently struggled to perceive the growth, except in distinct moments like this where the disparity from before was unmistakable.
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After class, I introduced myself and presented my case. Just like the spa in San Sequoia, she was the full-time yoga instructor, but they didn't have anyone for guided meditation, and I was free to come there and host sessions as much as I wanted. That wasn't exactly what I wanted to hear, but it was something.
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On the way to Mama's house, I had all kinds of emotions. I was excited for two of my favorite ladies to meet, felt dread over the potential meddling and heckling, but most of all I was relieved that I could finally put all the pieces of my life together.
"Are you okay?" Sophia asked.
"I'm perfect. How about you?"
"I'm good. No concerns here."
"Good."
I took one last deep breath before opening the door. Mama was already waiting for us in the living room and attacked me with a big hug as soon as I walked in.
"There he is! My Mr. Cute Face."
Wow. She hadn't called me that in a very long time.
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When she finally let go, I stepped back to begin the introductions.
"Mama, this is Sophia."
"It's a pleasure to meet you, finally, Ms. Murillo," she said.
Did she...bow? Homage to us meeting in Mt. Komorebi maybe? I didn't peg her as someone who would pour it on thick like that, but Mama ate it up, of course.
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"Oh my," Mama exclaimed. "You are even more gorgeous than I remember! You can call me Emmy. I am SUPER glad to meet you! Come sit! Tell me everything."
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I knew exactly what she wanted to know: how we went from being Social Bunny friends to living together. But I couldn't tell the whole story without mentioning my other friends, and it wasn't the time or place to broach that with Sophia. Besides, I had a better story to tell.
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"Wait a minute," Mama shouted. "You went to the cemetery and didn't invite me? And you saw Mommy??"
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"I thought about inviting you many times, but I wanted to go by myself."
"He was gonna call you," Sophia said, "but your mother said she wanted him all to herself."
"Ugh! Even Mommy knew about you before me!"
"Well...I think he was just saving the best for last."
Magical Sophia struck again, saving me from Mama's nosy wrath.
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"That is the perfect way to think about it," Mama said. "Thank you, Sophia!"
"Luca tells me you make candles for a living. I think that's really cool. I'm not very good with my hands. I can't even keep plants alive!"
She was amazing with her hands, but this was a family conversation, heh. Mama told her about she had started the business. Apparently, she was pregnant with me when Dad taught her how to make candles, but she didn't get into it seriously until after they separated. After that story, Mama went immediately into sleuth mode since I never gave her any hints about who I was talking to.
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I was content to let them talk and get to know each other, but every now and then, I felt like Sophia tried to bring me into the conversation. I appreciated the gesture, but I honestly enjoyed sitting back and watching them converse as if they had known each other for years. It was really incredible. She was incredible.
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Mama ushered us into the dining room for dinner later, but Sophia didn't eat. Apparently, she didn't like fish. That was news to me, and I filed it away for future reference. The radio was on, and Sophia excused herself for a private dance party, but knowing her and how considerate she was, she probably wanted to give me and Mama a chance to talk since they had dominated the evening.
"I love her," Mama said.
I knew she would, but I was relieved to hear it.
"Yeah...she's great," I said.
"So..." she said in that tone.
I shook my head, watching the wheels spin rapidly in her head. Here comes the meddling.
"Is this it?" she asked casually. "She's the one?"
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I couldn't tell if that was a real question or a strong suggestion disguised as a question, but I didn't mind answering.
"Yeah...I think she is."
"Good."
I kept waiting for the rest of the questions, but she said nothing more. Maybe she was contrite when she said she'd tone down the meddling. I halfway believed her when she said it, but was glad to see she meant it.
Sophia came back to the table as Mama collected and washed our plates.
"Sorry about that. When your song calls, you gotta answer!"
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"Heh, yeah..."
If she said more after that, I didn't hear it. I was in a Sophia-induced trance. She was absolutely amazing! As I gazed at her, all that remaining fear I had about everything quickly melted away. At home, we were in our own fantastical bubble where no one existed but she and I. But this...watching her in the homes I used to live in, charming and befriending my family...this was real life, and I loved seeing her in it. She fit so perfectly, and I loved her so much. All I wanted to do was tell her over and over again! But the moment wasn't right. Truthfully, I didn't didn't want Mama fawning all over me and causing a scene. And...I didn't trust that Sophia and I could keep it together, if you know what I mean.
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I beckoned for her to come to me and squeezed her tightly.
"My mom is in love with you," I whispered.
"I'm flattered," she whispered back. "How do I tell her she's not my type?"
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She caught me completely off guard, and I doubled over in laughter. This woman was so dangerous and had six million wonderful ways of killing me. Either way I went out, I'd go smiling.
"Luca?" Mama called from the kitchen.
"I'll be right back," I said to Sophia, and sauntered into the kitchen. "Yes, Mama?"
"Hey! I just wanted to say I'm really proud of you, and I'm sorry I made you feel like you couldn't share things with me. Hopefully we can move past that? I don't want to miss any more of your life!"
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Ugh! I knew I had hurt her feelings, but I didn't know she felt completely left out.
"Of course, Mama. Just so you know, it wasn't all you. I had stuff I needed to figure out...stuff I needed Dad for."
She nodded.
"I understand. I'm glad you two got a chance to get closer. That makes me happy."
"It's getting dark. I need to get Sophia home."
"Okay. I hope you guys come see me again soon. I love you, bud. And I'm so happy for you."
"Thanks, Mama. I love you too."
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A Gingerbread Getaway
Christmas reigned at the top of Hermione’s list of all-time favorite holidays, and gingerbread biscuits sat right up there alongside them as the king of yuletide indulgences with the likes of cinnamon-dusted eggnog, peppermint bark, and caramel-topped sour apple quills for company.
Her gingerbread fanaticism went so far as distinguishing an ideal gingerbread, with a superior texture. She had no patience for crunchy biscuits requiring the assistance of milk to soften the blow to her teeth. Hermione required a chewy center with only the slightest suggestion of crisp on the very edges: the fresher, and by association, warmer, the better. You might reheat them to near similar results, but she could always taste the difference. She could tell when Hannah Abbot served biscuits baked the night prior rather than those that same morning, no matter what the Leaky Cauldron’s proprietress might say.
So it was with great excitement and confidence that Hermione signed up for the Ministry’s recently announced Annual Holiday Gingerbread House Competition.
The first-place prize for the inaugural contest was a Romantic Getaway for Two to the Egyptian Sphinx Resort. The all-inclusive experience involved six nights in the Founder’s Suite, full spa privileges with a private masseuse, and even 24/7 access to a three-star Michelin chef–yes, even wizards paid homage to the rating system.
That wasn’t why Hermione wanted the prize.
What more interested her was not the what, but the where and the when.
You see, Sphinx Resort was located in Alexandria, home of the renowned library that was not lost, but hidden. Hermione had been trying to gain access for months to no avail. It wasn’t the library itself that barred her access–oh no, they were more than welcoming when she made first contact, even going so far as to offer her one of their limited scholar residencies. Hermione had made a name for herself in the past handful of years, and they noticed.
No. It was the Ministry, and, more specifically, her department head who refused to let her go. She was too valuable. Without her presence, the Department of Creature Rights and Regulations might just come to a complete halt.
What utter rubbish.
She knew, just as well as they, that everything she did was painstakingly noted in the database that she regularly maintained. Every. Single. Step. There was absolutely no reason why another employee couldn’t dive right in and find whatever it was they needed.
So. She deserved this vacation. She deserved a week of complete, uninterrupted bliss in the great quiet of Alexandria.
Too bad she wasn’t the only one with the same idea.
“What are you doing here?” she asked, not even bothering to hide her shock.
Malfoy turned to her, his own gingerbread house supply bag in hand, to raise a perfectly-shaped eyebrow. Like her, he’d come to pick up their materials, which were to be the same for every single participant. Unlike her, he could afford a trip to Egypt. He could easily buy out the entire city, spending every single moment being pampered to his heart’s delight. She also knew his department didn’t give one whit about vacation time.
“Same as you, I imagine,” he said with a drawl, looking pointedly at the bag she clutched tight to her chest, as if she was trying to shield herself, which she admittedly was.
“Since when do you like gingerbread?” She’d seen the way he inhaled candied apples and streusel back in their school days. He never came close to even breathing on the biscuits.
“Since when do you care what I like or don’t like?” He narrowed his eyes right back at her in mock suspicion, lips pursed as he, too, crossed his arms.
He had her there. She shouldn’t care.
Nevermind the fact that they’d recently worked together on a few coordinating projects between their departments; she supplied the creature research and handled all communication, while he, as the Auror, stitched together the information for the case at hand. As much as she hated to admit it, they worked together remarkably well. Just last week, they’d closed on a case where a house-elf had been accused of not only theft, but also murder. They’d proven Griff innocent despite all the initial evidence pointing to the opposite. It had been the wizard’s wife who staged the entire scenario and expected her house-elf to take the blame.
Every night while they’d worked on their evidence and reports, they’d taken turns indulging in their favorite takeout. She introduced him to her favorite Indian fast food, while he treated her to fresh-made pasta direct from Blaise’s villa in Seville. Their verbal barbs ran as hot and fast as their tea mugs, which were charmed to refill the second they dropped three-quarters to the bottom. Despite their intellectual match and culinary explorations, they never conceded to actually liking whatever the other presented.
So no, she shouldn’t care whether or not he liked gingerbread biscuits, or building gingerbread houses, or romantic getaways to Egypt. She actively turned her imagination away from whatever mysterious companion he intended to bring with him.
The figure she pushed away into the shadows of her mind looked suspiciously like Astoria Greengrass.
“I don’t.”
“Right.” He closed on the ‘t’ with a loud click and smirked in that way he’d perfected since they first started working together.
Not the smirk of their childhood that placed her beneath him. It was the smirk of suggestion and perhaps a little bit of invitation. It was a smirk that dared her to reciprocate.
“It doesn’t matter to me because I’m going to win.” Inwardly, she cringed at herself. It was too late to stop her chin from rising as she said the words in the haughty way she used to do in school.
Circe, she could be so bloody annoying.
“You keep telling yourself that, Granger.” Lips still tilted upwards in that smug way, he sauntered up to her, pausing once they were level to murmur just loud enough for her to hear. “Either way, I don’t intend to lose.”
She turned to snap at him, but he had already moved on past the line of other witches and wizards arriving to pick up their supplies.
“Malfoy giving you a hard time, Hermione?” Kind blue eyes peered at her from beneath a pretty blonde braid. Hermione’s stomach dropped and she struggled to keep the dismay from her face.
“Susan? What are you doing here?”
The other witch blanched and Hermione tried not to like it too much. It wasn’t Susan’s fault Hermione had failed to notice her own ex-boyfriend’s flagging attention, and the new relationship hadn’t even begun until several months after the messy breakup.
“Ronald asked me to pick up for him since he’s still offsite for the next few days.”
“Ah.”
Rather than force herself to make awkward small talk for the sake of the other woman’s feelings, Hermione gave a final, closed-lipped smile and walked away. Part of her wanted to pat herself on the back for refraining from cursing Susan’s materials.
There’d be plenty of time for sabotage once the competition was under way, and she had someone else in her sights.
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I hope everyone’s holiday is going well and that you’re looking forward to 2024 😄 I am currently lying in bed coughing up a lung with my first instance of COVID, thanks to Christmas with my family. I’ll be staying in, obviously, but hopefully that means I’ll be back in the writer’s seat soon!
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For the ask game!
13. I saw your art on the goetia sometimes doing adverts for products in your rewrite. Do you have ideas for what other sins are advertising? It is a really neat idea! :0c
Ahhh! Great question! For "H U N G E R", I imagine the Sins have their own products to sell, as well as any collaborative projects they might do since a lot of sin tends to overlap:
For Pride, I don't see Lucifer really selling anything unless it's based off him in some way (i.e. a film adaptation of his various deeds). I seem him more as a straight up propaganda guy who'll just plaster his image everywhere to make sure everyone knows he's in charge (and it irritates him greatly when they're destroyed, but that's a different discussion entirely ;3). Lucifer's already paid a large amount in taxes from everyone (Goetias and Sins included), so money isn't his main concern.
Satan typically collabs with Belphegor to advertise steroids and I also see him hosting Hell's version of WWE (except a lot more violent). I do plan on keeping some of the wild west/ranch elements from canon, and Hellborn who own land can advertise their goods if they can afford it.
Beelzebub advertises various food items, but mainly pushes her own line of honey which is dangerously addictive (eating it can send a demon spiraling into a gluttonous frenzy). She also has her own food channel where some members of the Goetia (like Queen Felicity) host their own cooking shows (she'll regularly make demands on what kind of food they produce since it's all food porn to her, so if one day she wants to see some poor imp butchered and made into a roast, it has to happen). As much as I didn't care for "Queen Bee", I did think the idea of pop music and parties fit Gluttony in a sense that, yeah, people splurge when they're partying, so she'd have a hand in pushing Hell's music industry as well.
Mammon handles much of Hell's manufacturing, so anything from clothes, jewelry, theme parks and anything else he can make a buck on, he'll advertise (mainly to the other Goetia since most Hellborn can't afford the good stuff). He's not above the idea of "sex sells", so I tried to implement that in the art piece I did. A story in the series I hope to get to at one point relates to his and Leviathan's collaboration in bringing cruise ships to Envy's ocean, so that'll be fun to write more about.
Lust, of course, manages the porn industry and everything involved with that. Collaborations would include aphrodisiac-based foods with Beelzebub as well as some darker projects that I'd rather not outright state here, but involve Belphegor (you can probably piece it together; this series won't shy away from dark topics, but I wanna give fair warning before I go into detail). Ironically enough, Asmodeus doesn't advertise contraceptives all that much, but I imagine he'd want pregnancy and disease to spread like crazy.
Envy tends to overlap with Greed when it comes to goods, but I can't see Leviathan advertising very much. He's the most animalistic out of the Sins and prefers the primal fear and chaos he gets out of his demons rather than material gain. He only really bothers to do it because he can't stand the other Sins having things that he doesn't.
Finally, Sloth is the mass producer of drugs of all kinds, uppers, downers, the works. Belphegor also endorses spas and resorts (for those who can afford it, of course). She doesn't advertise much, and that suits her fine since it's less work to deal with.
I'm sorry if this answer was super rambly aaaa I was just really excited to answer! ^^ Hopefully, it's an interesting read!
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Pascal! Welcome Back from your trip! Glad you had a great time. Is it too personal to hear some details of your travels? I can’t afford to have any sort of vacation right now, so I would love to “live vicariously” through your little experience if you wouldn’t mind sharing since I know you also love traveling.
Also, let me be clear… I’m on the same page as you ladies with Alba: I do not like her. However, is it weird that I feel bad for her? Like I have no idea what’s going on from the inside or what she’s got going on & such. But I couldn’t deal with all the harassment she’s dealing with from strangers on a regular basis, especially at her age. Just for marrying some guy. Like it’s honestly insane.
Sure! I will say it’s kind of a boring story because we just kind of stuck to the resort and relaxed a bit. If you’re ever looking to travel, check out the apple vacations website because we were able to find some great deals on there! There were some excursions we considered doing but ultimately didn’t because the trip was so short. I would have liked to see Chichen Itza, other ruins in Tulum, and explore cenotes around the area but we decided we just wanted to relax. I do want to go back to Mexico one day when we have a bit more time to see those things as well as explore more of the history and culture of country itself because I feel like there’s so much to see and do. We planned our trip literally 3 weeks before we left, so had I had more time to look into things, I maybe would have stayed somewhere else closer to some of the excursions we were interested in so we wouldn’t have lost too much time traveling.
We stayed in Riviera Maya and the resort was actually very nice. It was perfect for exactly what we did which was stay on property for the long weekend and just enjoy what the resort had to offer. We had gorgeous weather the entire time. We mostly soaked up the sun at the pool and on the beach and it was great. As much as I wanted to run around seeing things, it was nice to just kick back and relax. Our resort was right next to a marina so we were able to walk around and check out some shops and have dinner at a restaurant right on the ocean. I love a good water view. Saturday I tequila-ed a little too close to the sun both literally and figuratively. 😂 If someone offers you a Paloma or margarita with a Tajin rim instead of salt, do it! It’s so worth it! The next day was a tad rough, but we enjoyed some massages at the spa before heading back to the pool. It made my summer lover heart happy. Then it was back home to the cold and snow 😭 I didn’t take too many pictures, but I can share the view from our room which overlooked the pool and ocean as well as their pavilion that they use for weddings and other fun guest activities 🦎
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