Title: Change of Plans Fandom: Viola come il mare Author:veronyxk84 Pairing: Viola Vitale/Francesco Demir Rating: PG-13 Warnings: none Word count: 100 (Ellipsus) Spoilers/Setting: Set post-series. Summary: A gentle kiss, a forgotten movie. Viola and Francesco choose each other over everything else. Disclaimer:This is a work of fiction created for fun and no profit has been made. All rights belong to the respective owners.
Challenge: #514 - Gentle Also for: #119 - A Better Idea by drabble_zone
This poem came out of the May 5, 2026 Poetry Fishbowl. It was inspired by prompts from my partner Doug, lone_cat, and see_also_friend. It also fills the "Family" square in my 5-1-26 card for the Greek Myth Fest. This poem has been posted in memory of Shirley Barrette. It belongs to the Antimatter and Stalwart Stan thread of the Polychrome Heroics series.
Evening Update By Dialecticdreamer/Sarah Williams Part 1a of 1, complete Word count (story only): [Late Sunday night, 12 November of 2017]
:: On the way home, chasing the last minutes of Sunday, Jules runs into Cold Cash on the way to pick up something from the grocery. Both end up at Bennett’s tattoo parlor. Part of the Lodestar story arc in the Polychrome Heroics universe. ::
Every muscle in Jules’ back protested as he bent to tie his shoe. He felt like his skin had been starched and ironed, but tomorrow, he could start actually creating the filing system for the re-combined papers after their first sorting.
His watch chirped as he made his way to the gate. “You’re either running very late,” the woman at the gate declared in a deep Southern drawl, “or you don’t want anyone to know that you fell asleep in the Room of All Boredom.”
“I think I’ve worked out the sabotage in the old system,” Jules protested, but had to stop to cover a yawn with his closed fist. “Sorry. Liesl,” He blinked twice. “Anyway, the mess is now one step closer to being solved, and I can still get enough sleep if I’m in bed in the next three hours.” ( Read more... )
Title: Handle with care Fandom: Torchwood Characters: Jack, Ianto Author: m_findlow Rating: M Length: 1,838 words Content notes: None Author notes: Written for Challenge 514 - Gentle Summary: Jack has been on the receiving end of alien technology that has made him more fragile than usual.
This is your check-in post for today. The poll will be open from midnight Universal or Zulu Time (8pm Eastern Time) on Saturday to midnight on Sunday (8pm Eastern Time).
Astronomers in Japan have just discovered that the tiny world 2002 XV93, orbiting in the icy reaches beyond Neptune, does have a thin atmosphere. That’s despite the fact that this space rock is just some 310 miles (500 km) in diameter. That’s about 7 times smaller than our moon.
The researchers said on May 5, 2026, that they detected the atmosphere when the tiny world passed in front of a star. Using multiple telescopes, they saw that the light from the star gradually faded instead of just suddenly winking. That’s evidence for a thin atmosphere around 2002 XV93.
Unguarded Discussion By Dialecticdreamer/Sarah Williams Part 1b of 1, complete Word count (story only): 1264 [Midafternoon of Saturday, 11 November of 2017]
:: Jules chooses to work on Saturday, hoping for peace and quiet to focus on re-filing the mess of printed documents. He doesn’t get it. Part of the Lodestar story arc in the Polychrome Heroics universe. ::
Jules followed Mister Sharpe to a small room that seemed to hold silence in it the way that other spaces held traces of air fresheners. The door hummed as it closed, and a square mounted roughly where a peephole would be installed lit up green. “Okay, this is a private, secure room, but it’s so small that the wingback chairs are the closest thing to a desk that we’ve got.” The older man waved. “Pick one.”
Taking the nearer seat, Jules rested his hands on the armrests. “Mister Sharpe--” Jules began, then interrupted himself with a sigh. “What’s going on?” ( Read more... )
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Today is mostly sunny and mild. It rained most of yesterday.
I fed the birds. I've seen a large mixed flock of sparrows and house finches, a mourning dove, and a fox squirrel.
I put out water for the birds.
EDIT 5/9/26 -- We went out to run errands, which included a stop at Rural King for more bagged goods and a few flowers. Sadly they're moving away from the small sizes that I prefer; much of it was big pots and I'm not going spend $15-20 on something I could get elsewhere for $3-4, especially when most of my plantings are mixed. I only bought one big potted thing this season, and that was a pot with 4 different violas (purple-lavender, purple-white, purple-yellow, purple-orange) in it.
EDIT 5/9/26 -- I planted 4 celosia (3 pinkish-red and 1 yellow), a purple wave petunia, and a Bidens flower in the barrel garden. I hadn't seen the Bidens before but it is a yellow-and-orange flower similar to a marigold or coreopsis, so it fits well in the barrel garden. That's almost full -- I've got room to squeeze in a firecracker and maybe some marigolds but that's about it.
A petunia is blooming pale rosepetal pink under the maple tree, and an iris looks to be opening up sort of a chocolate color there too. I'm pleased that the peony has a strong scent; the dark pink one under the apricot tree is nearly scentless.
EDIT 5/9/26 -- I planted 8 yellow marigolds in pots around the new picnic table.
EDIT 5/9/26 -- I dug a whole for an oak seedling at the edge of the savanna.
EDIT 5/9/26 -- I planted a pin oak seedling at the edge of the savanna.
EDIT 5/9/26 -- I did a bit of work around the patio.
EDIT 5/9/26 -- I did a bit of work around the patio.
Veteran stuntman and action filmmaker Eric Jacobus (God of War, Man Who Feels No Pain) delivers a tech-agnostic, philosophically grounded roadmap for zero-budget filmmakers to achieve high-impact action by mastering the “human universals” of physiology, psychology, and human relationships.
Badass on a Budget is a masterclass for the “Zero-Budget Action Filmmaker” (ZBAF) by veteran action designer Eric Jacobus, who draws on decades of experience from viral hits (Rope-A-Dope and Blindsided) to indie feature film production (Contour and Death Grip) to global franchises (God of War and Mortal Kombat). Rejecting gear-centric trends, Jacobus focuses on tech-agnostic “human universals”—physiology, psychology, and relationships—to provide a holistic framework for a high-impact “Action Ecosystem” where performance, choreography, camera, and editing work in perfect synergy.
Given the "human universals" I suspect this would work well for writers, artists, etc. who wish to choreograph effective fight scenes. Plus of course, a fun read for anyone who enjoys action flix and is fed up with the overuse of tech. I also like the creative, DIY angle; it reminds me of the book Hang the Cat from Terramagne, which I wish existed in local-Earth.
Baking bread can sound like a whole production, but I promise it doesn’t have to be. These 16 easy bread recipes are all about simple ingredients and doable methods. Some are quick breads with no yeast, some use long fermentation so the dough does most of the work for you, and others are soft, buttery rolls that make dinner feel a little more homemade. You can control what goes in, make exactly what you need (for way less than the bakery version!), and freeze extra slices, rolls, or flatbreads so nothing goes to waste!
Quick Breads
Some homemade bread recipes can take hours, and sometimes that slow, cozy process is part of the fun. But these quick breads are the ones I make when I want fresh bread without babysitting dough or waiting through multiple rises! These quick breads are a mix of savory and sweet, and all of them keep homemade baking feeling easy.
Our easy soda bread is a great beginner loaf because it uses just FOUR ingredients and skips the yeast completely. If you don’t usually keep buttermilk around, you can make a quick substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk, which makes this recipe even more pantry-friendly!
Homemade banana bread makes a few overripe bananas feel like a gift instead of something you forgot on the counter! Our recipe uses butter for flavor, oil for moisture, and a mix of brown and white sugar for a soft, rich loaf that doesn’t bake up heavy. I highly recommend using very ripe bananas for the best sweetness and banana flavor. 😋
If I’ve got extra summer zucchini and want something sweet and delicious, I’ll make this easy zucchini bread. The zucchini adds moisture without making the bread taste like vegetables, and the applesauce and oil help keep the texture soft without feeling greasy. It’s freezer-friendly too!
This beer bread recipe is a fun kitchen shortcut because one can of beer adds a lightly yeasty flavor without any yeast, kneading, or rising time! This savory loaf gets extra richness from cheddar cheese and melted butter, and the whole thing bakes up in about an hour. I’d choose a beer you actually like, since the flavor will come through in the bread.
I love making this homemade cornbread anytime chili, soup, or a simple weeknight dinner needs a cozy, budget-friendly side. It’s ready in about 30 minutes with simple ingredients like cornmeal, flour, sugar, and an egg!
Flatbreads
Flatbreads are the kind of homemade bread that can go in so many directions. Use them as easy sides for saucy meals, swap them in for sandwich bread or wraps, or pile them with toppings for a quick pizza-style dinner!
This homemade naan recipe is SO easy to make at home and doesn’t need any special equipment. The dough is soft, lightly tangy, and rich enough to stay flexible, making it perfect for tearing, dipping, folding around fillings, or serving alongside a curry! Whenever I make this recipe, I always make sure to keep the skillet nice and hot to create those golden spots and bubbles!
I always used to buy pita bread at the store until I learned how easy it is to make at home. Homemade pita bread is pure pantry staple magic: flour, yeast, sugar, olive oil, salt, and water turn into soft rounds you can stuff, wrap, or bake into chips.
Budget-friendly pizza night? Say less. This spicy Italian flatbread is made with a homemade no-knead crust, then gets topped with artichokes, red onion, salami, smoked provolone, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper. But even if you don’t use the exact toppings from the recipe, I love that you can still use the crust as an easy base for whatever odds and ends you already have in the fridge.
No-Knead Breads
These no-knead breads use time instead of muscle, with a long fermentation that helps develop flavor, structure, and a chewy texture. I love that you don’t need a bread machine to make them, and there’s no long kneading session or complicated shaping. They do need planning because the dough needs time to rest, but the actual hands-on work is very small.
No-knead bread is genuinely one of the easiest homemade bread recipes to try if you’re new to baking. It uses just 4 ingredients, and the long rest does the hard work of developing the dough. We use instant yeast or bread machine yeast for this method! Expect a sticky, bubbly dough before it turns into a crusty bakery-style loaf…I know it’ll turn out amazing!
When I want homemade bread that feels a little fancy but asks almost nothing from me, this no-knead focaccia bread is it. It’s made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, yeast, olive oil, and Italian seasoning, and I like that it uses regular all-purpose flour instead of a specialty high-gluten flour, which keeps it more practical and budget-friendly for everyday baking.
Our no-knead ciabatta is a lighter, flatter loaf that’s perfect for sandwiches or dipping. The dough is very wet and sticky after the long ferment, so I always flour my hands and work surface before shaping it! If the timing gets tricky, you can slow the fermentation in the fridge, which makes this bread recipe easier to fit into real life.
Soft & Fluffy Rolls
The only “hard” part about these rolls is waiting for the dough to rise! They still use simple ingredients and doable steps, but the rise time gives them a soft, fluffy texture that makes them feel extra cozy on the table.
When I’m tempted to grab a bag of rolls from the store, these dinner rolls remind me why homemade is worth it. They’re soft, buttery, and made with simple staples like milk, butter, egg, flour, and yeast, and they taste fresher and cozier than anything from a package.
For holiday dinners, I love the subtle sweetness these sweet molasses dinner rolls bring to the table. They’re not dessert-sweet, but the molasses adds warmth and depth, while the cocoa powder gives the rolls a deeper color and a little extra richness. You’re going to LOVE this easy bread roll recipe!
These buttermilk pull-apart rolls are my pick when I want homemade rolls that don’t ask for much hands-on work. The dough is no-knead, rises for a couple of hours, then gets a quick second rise in the pan before baking up soft, buttery, and easy to tear apart at the table.
These Hawaiian Rolls feature buttery golden tops and a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Serve them on their own or use them as the base for sliders, sandwiches, or sometimes just slather them in butter.
Skip the bagged version and make these Hawaiian rolls when soft, sweet, fresh-baked rolls are the goal! The double rise creates the best texture, and they bake in just 20 minutes. They’re perfect for sliders, holiday leftovers, or just serving warm with butter. Plus, any extras freeze beautifully for another meal!
There’s something so charming about Parker House rolls, especially when they come to the table warm and soaked in butter. This homemade version takes a little patience because the dough gets rolled, brushed with butter, folded, and cut, but every step is easy to follow and ACTUALLY doable (which is so important when making bread from scratch!)
Watermelon Margarita Prep Time 5 minutes Total Time 5 minutes Servings 3 servings
Ingredients
Rim/ Garnish lime wedge margarita salt watermelon slice
Watermelon Margarita 2 ½ cups frozen watermelon chunks 6 oz silver tequila 4 oz triple sec ⅔ cup frozen limeade concentrate ¼ cup lime juice ¼ cup simple syrup 1 cup ice
Instructions
Add a generous amount of margarita salt to a small plate. Run a lime wedge along the rim of your glasses and dip into the salt. Set aside. If using fresh watermelon, slice into small chunks and freeze for a few hours before using. Add the frozen watermelon, tequila, triple sec, frozen limeade concentrate, lime juice, and simple syrup to a blender. Blend until smooth. If needed, add the ice and blend until smooth and it becomes a slushy consistency. Pour into the prepared glasses and garnish with a watermelon wedge. Enjoy!
Notes
Use ripe, seedless watermelon for the best flavor. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of water or extra lime juice to blend easily. Pour any leftovers into a freezer-safe container and store in the freezer. Before serving, let it thaw slightly and re-blend to restore the slushy texture. This recipe scales easily. Just be sure your blender can handle the increased volume, or work in batches.
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