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4 July 2011, Utrecht, The Netherlands
Turnip Moth / Gewone velduil (Agrotis segetum)
Found this moth in the staircase at night.
Confirmation of the species (Agrotis segetum) is welcome. The alternative could be: Heart and Club / Geoogde worteluil (Agrotis clavis).
9 April 2011, Keukenhof Gardens, Lisse, The Netherlands
Eurasian Jackdaw / Kauw (Corvus monedula). Very abundant bird in The Netherlands. Not spotting it should almost be mentioned instead of logging the observation ;-)
This afternoon in the meadows near Leiden in The Netherlands I saw a Eursian Spoonbill. I'm used to seeing birds from the stork and heron families. I've seen Spoonbills in Africa, but this was the first time I saw a Spoonbill in The Netherlands :-)
Blogged about it: http://wildlifespotting.blogspot.com/2011/02/european-spoonbill-in-netherlands.html
15 June 2011 - Utrecht, The Netherlands
European mole (Europese mol; Talpa europaea) found dead in a parking lot in the suburbs of Utrecht in The Netherlands. There is shrub and a park in the vicinity.
24 April 2011 - Meadows near Leiden, South Holland, The Netherlands
Black-tailed Godwit / Grutto (Limosa limosa),
subspecies: European Black-tailed Godwit / Grutto ( Limosa limosa limosa.
In spring around 90% of European Black-tailed Godwits in North-western Europa are nesting in The Netherlands. In the 1990's there was a decline of 50% in the Black-tailed Godwit populations. Luckily some meadows are now protected areas in the brooding season. IUCN's Red List for endangered species now lists this species as Near Threatened.
Read the blog about this bird: http://wildlifespotting.blogspot.com/2011/04/black-tailed-godwit-in-netherlands.html
13 May 2011 - Cardinal beetle / Roodkopvuurkever (Pyrochroa serraticornis).
The insect is named Roodkopvuurkever in Dutch. Vuurhaantje is probably an unofficial name used at some places in The Netherlands. It's a Cardinal beetle. Scientific name Pyrochroa serraticornis. In English not to be confused with the other beetle that is named Cardinal beetle. Pyrochroa coccinea has a black head and is a bit more common than the red headed version I observed. There was a whole bunch of these beetles where I was strolling through the countryside near Leiden in The Netherlands. This is the season or month to spot Cardinal beetles!
Green frog in the Pelophylaxv genus. Three possible species (ID please!):
P. ridibundus - Marsh Frog (NL: Meerkikker),
P. lessonae - Pool Frog (NL: Poelkikker),
P. kl. esculentus (hybrid of the other two) - Edible Frog (NL: Bastaardkikker).
It was hopping around on the road just outside town at 21:30 and sat still as we approached with the dogs. Was happy to have his photo taken with my phone.


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Now my question is where did he really mess up? Ok Welker got away and there seemed to be some bad blood that goes into that equations.
Llyod was gone and most of us said see ya. BB tried to get Sanders and that failed, but he did try and was the only coach to put in a RFA claim.
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Hey Tedy. Is there a chance that the patriots look to not only add a veteran wide receiver but even potentially another tight end to help out Tom Brady?Tedy (12:18 PM)
Chris, it sounds like you want a quick-fix, and I'm telling you, the quick-fix isn't coming. If there was somebody better out there, he'd already be on the roster. When and if they did sign someone: 1) Is that player ready to play football phsyically?; 2) Do you really want to stop the development of the young WRs and put them on the bench?
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When Christina Lochmiller begins to feel the pangs of sleeplessness setting in during the 26th hour of her attempt to crack the Guinness World Record, it will not be fame that keeps her eyes open — it will be the image of a dark-haired little girl strapped in wires and tubes.
At 5 a.m. Monday, July 23, Lochmiller will attempt to set a world record at the state fair for the longest consecutive Ferris wheel ride in history. The Roseville woman will be pushing herself to the limit, all to raise money and awareness for the cardiac unit of the UC Davis Children's Hospital. Lockmiller was inspired to get involved by her best friend's 3-year-old daughter, Abbey Beers, who has been a patient at the hospital almost since the moment she was born.
For Katie and Mike Beers, what should have been one of the happiest days of their lives quickly turned into the most frightening after they learned Abbey had been born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. A staff of doctors at UC Davis Children's Hospital had only days to save the infant's life. Abbey underwent a delicate and highly complex open-heart surgery when she was less than a week old.
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UC Davis Children's Hospital was one of only four hospitals in Northern California capable of doing the operation. According to Raff, that's because it involves a literal reconfiguration of the infant's heart and lungs. "There are only a handful of procedures that are considered to have a risk this high," he explained. "There is no way to exaggerate how serious it is. And it's not a situation where families would want to be traveling hours away while their kids are going through this, or the weeks and months of recovery."
Abbey spent the next six days with her chest left open as doctors watched for lethal swelling and signs of infection. She's since undergone two additional surgeries. Katie Beers says that blood thinners challenge her daughter with constant bruising. Abbey's condition also leaves her exhausted when trying to play with her friends.
"She's been a rock star since the beginning," Katie Beers told the Press Tribune. "She gets right through it. She never complains. She's never embarrassed to show her scar or talk about her condition."
One of the adults watching Abbey's ongoing battle was Lochmiller, a close family friend. Now that emotional odyssey has driven Lochmiller to want to get involved in raising money for the cardiac unit of UC Davis Medical Center. "I've always wanted to break a world record," she recalled. "And seeing how congenital heart disease has affected Abbey's life gave me the real mission to do it. The money being put into UC Davis's miracle network has literally saved the lives of thousands of babies that couldn't have been saved 10 years ago."
Anyone wanting to help can make donations by visiting www.abbeyhelpsbrokenhearts.com. Another option is texting "kidheart" to 50555, which allows a $10 donation to be billed to the donor's cell phone account. Or, people can show up to the state fair and ride the Ferris wheel with Lochmiller for a donation.
Lockmiller is also looking for volunteers to work on July 23 as Guinness World Record time-watchers and monitors. In order to break the record, Guinness has strict guidelines for everything from bathroom breaks to stretching. Anyone who wants to volunteer to be on the Guinness team, or to work in the donation booth, can email Lochmiller at email@example.com.
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Windows 8 Consumer Preview on Feb 29, Claims Invitation
Microsoft will hold an invitation-only event at MWC 2012 on February 29 where the company will reportedly release the Windows 8 Consumer Preview.
In January Microsoft promised that the public beta of Windows 8 -- now dubbed as Windows 8 Consumer Preview -- would launch by the end of February. Microsoft apparently wasn't kidding, as the beta OS will reportedly go public on the very last day of February: Leap Day AKA February 29.
The news arrives after Microsoft sent out email invitations to a special two-hour Consumer Preview event at MWC 2012 in Barcelona. It's reported that Microsoft will go live with the public beta during that event although the Redmond-based company has not made any official announcements backing the reports.
As previously reported, the Consumer Preview will come packed with a small list of Metro-style apps and two games. The Windows Store, which will supposedly open its doors in a limited fashion once the public beta goes live, will provide eleven gaming titles and possibly other apps. The initial supply of apps will supposedly be free, with paid apps coming this fall.
Also this week brought reports that Microsoft has removed the Start Button for this release, thus allowing the Windows 7 "Superbar" to dominate the entire bottom portion of the screen. The news derives from build 8220 of the Consumer Preview which leaked over the weekend. That said, after years of pressing the Start button since its introduction in Windows 95, it will be interesting to see how we'll manage without it.
If reports are true, we'll find out in exactly three weeks.
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CALGARY, AB, CANADA, May 4, 2012 /Stanford Who's Who/ — Cheryl Dyck has earned recognition in the distinguished ranks of leading professionals with Stanford Who's Who as a result of her exceptional effort in the business coaching field. As a Certified Business Coach with ActionCOACH, as well as throughout her brilliant 24 year career, Cheryl has consistently displayed the passion, vision and dedication necessary to be successful in the business world.
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5-11-0, Finished 4th in AFC North Division · 2003 NFL Season Summary
SRS: Total -2.9, Offense: -5.3, Defense: 2.4, SoS: 1.3, avg is 0.0.
Scored 254 points (15.9/g), 29th of 32 in the NFL. Allowed 322 points (20.1/g), 12th.
Differential of -68 points (-4.2/g), 24th. Expected W-L: 5.8-10.2.
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State Asks Judge to Dismiss Concealed Carry Lawsuit
The state of Illinois is asking a federal court to reject a push by gun-rights advocates to let the state's residents start publicly toting weapons as soon as next week.
Decatur Correctional Center Briefly Evacuated
An investigation is underway after a suspicious, powdery substance was found at the Decatur Correctional Center.
Jacksonville Lottery Winner Still a Mystery
Lottery officials are still holding on to an unclaimed prize from Jacksonville.
SMTD Runs Busses to Knights Action Park
The Springfield Mass Transit District is extending one of its lines for the summer.
Home Sales Up in First Half of Year, Down in June
Foreclosures appear to be holding down home prices in the Springfield area, according to the Capital Area Association of Realtors.
"Granite Guy" Accused of False Income Tax Returns
The U.S. Department of Justice has charged a Springfield businessman with filing false income tax returns.
Ill. Supreme Court Ends Challenges to Abortion Law
A lengthy legal battle over an abortion notification law appears to be ending, clearing the way for Illinois to begin enforcing a 1995 measure requiring doctors to notify a girl's parents before she undergoes the procedure.
Now Law, When Can You Carry?
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Furloughed civilians: Ogden already feels pinch from defense cuts
This was part of a strategy engineered by the Obama White House when first proposing the plan, according to the venerable journalist Bob Woodward in his book, "The Price of Power." The defense budget thus found itself in the crosshairs.
The notion from the White House was that Republicans would not be willing to accept severe defense cuts, and would thus be ready to make concessions. To the surprise of most observers, Republican leaders in Washington quickly came to terms with the compromise, even the defense cuts. Most of the push to reverse the sequester in recent weeks has come from the White House.
This past week, Woodward got into a verbal spat with the White House, with Woodward disputing the administration's continued efforts to disclaim responsibility for the sequester, for "moving the goal posts" on compromise.
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"The problem is not the magnitude of the sequester," Bernstein said. "It's how we get there. It's horizontal cuts instead of vertical cuts. Everyone takes a percentage hit without any regard for whether is program is effective and efficient or whether it could benefit from a cut."
The very arbitrariness of the tool, Bernstein added, was intended to be a "sword of Damocles" — a looming threat that would force everyone to look for a compromise on a more balanced solution.
The Obama administration moved aggressively over the last two weeks to slash spending in areas where public reaction is most likely, including air traffic control and immigration enforcement.
House Republicans led by Speaker John Boehner countered with a proposal to grant broad discretion to the White House, requiring the cuts but allowing flexibility. In short, the proposal would have allowed vertical cuts rather than horizontal slashing.
Bernstein is not impressed with that proposal, however, arguing that this would simply have enshrined the cuts without balancing it against tax increases. "It's just another way to cut," he said.
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The Cato Institute also produced a graph suggesting that the sharp rise in federal spending over the past few years is barely touched by the cuts, really only returning to the already high 2009 numbers.
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And yet even Tanner concedes that the clumsy approach will do damage to defense.
"This year's sequestration should be avoided. It will likely lead to furloughs, complicate procurement and harm readiness. Drawdowns should not be achieved by a demoralizing slash," Tanner wrote.
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Democratic Party chief Howard Dean is expressing concern about the angry tone of his party's presidential campaign.
Dean says Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton and their supporters should beware of tearing each other down, demoralizing the base and damaging the party's chances of winning the White House in November.
In an interview with The Associated Press, Dean says the charges and countercharges between Clinton and Obama have gotten too personal at times.
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Read this great article and thought some of you might benefit from it too. It's titled Weightloss Faulty Thinking.
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First off, I'm feeling no drama, tears, rants or rages here ... just the fact and only the facts.
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Here is a view from the trail I took today. Come join me!
The trail starts off rather mild, right beside the creek.
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I did something I haven't been able to do in the past .... track foods I eat on a Sunday.
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Saturday, July 23, 2011
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It doesn't matter I'm not losing as fast as others. What matters is that I AM losing, that I'm making progress. It matters that progress on the inside is expanding outward and changing my life.
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Got my yoga in this morning.
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An Autobiography in Five Short Chapters
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Wednesday, February 22, 2012
The 17th annual Lake of Ozarks Polar Plunge will be held Saturday at Lake of the Ozarks State Park, Public Beach no. 2 in Osage Beach. To become a Polar Plunge participant you can register on-line prior to the event, however, registration will also be open the day of the event.
Last February, the Annual Polar Plunge saw the greatest number of participants, with 610 plungers, and a little more than $200,000 was raised for the SOMO, another record at the Lake.
According to Crystal Chalk, Central Area Associate Area Director for SOMO, the Lake of the Ozarks ranks second in the state for fundraising and participation.
The Polar Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support SOMO athletes by collecting pledges and donations for being brave to jump into the frigid icy waters of Missouri in the middle of winter.
Chalk said the best part about this event is seeing everyone's faces as they run into the water.
"They are all so excited, and then they hit that cold water! The excitement doesn't leave their faces, but the shock of the cold hits them and their surprised look mixed with the excitement is great," she explained.
All funds raised at the Polar Plunge, Polar Bear Strut, Super Plunge and Cops on Tops goes to support the more that 15,000 Special Olympics athletes in Missouri. It provides them opportunities for sports training and competition at area, district, regional, and state levels.
Registration will be held from noon-2 p.m. the day of the event. A Parade of Costumes will start the event at 2 p.m. and plunging begins at 2:30 p.m. for the multiple heats. A post-party will take place from 4-7 p.m. at Tan-Tar-A Resort.
This year's fundraising goal for the entire Lake of the Ozarks division is $175,000. Plungers who raise more than the minimum can earn prizes for their efforts. Visit www.somo.org/lozplunge for a list of prizes.
Prizes will also be awarded to the top fundraising school, team, law enforcement and individual. Teams can also win for having the largest group. The Golden Plunger (best costume) will be awarded to the top three in each category for school, team, law enforcement and individual.
The Polar Bear Strut is an "unbearable" event for individuals, organizations and businesses to support SOMO athletes by running, walking or "strutting" through the Lake of the Ozarks. The 5K course, which begins at Osage Beach City Hall, is a very challenging course.
Participants can register online and create a fundraising page. This page can also be emailed to family and friends to collect safe and secure donations. Then, participants can come out on plunge day to take a quick jog in the frigid winter air.
Registration for the Polar Bear Strut will be held from 8-9:30 a.m. on Feb. 25. The Strut begins at 10 a.m.
The Polar Bear Strut is open to anyone. Strollers and dogs are welcome. Strutters who raise more than the minimum of $50 can earn cool prizes.
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Spring, the season where life begins anew. Most enjoy the season, as the atmosphere is calm and peaceful. Unfortunately for one individual her peace was about to be shattered.
"Nanao-chan! Where are you my little Nanao-chan?"
She could feel her eye twitch in annoyance. She just wanted to read her book and her taicho was now looking for her. Most likely for a stupid reason she thought. With a sigh, she bookmarked the page she was reading and stood up to go meet with her taicho. Might as well get this over with.
"Did you need something, Kyoraku-taicho?" she asked when she found him.
"There you are, my little Nanao-chan! I've been looking all over for you!"
"I really wish you'd stop calling me that, Taicho. It isn't very professional," said Nanao as she adjusted her glasses.
"Nonsense! Anyway, I have a question for you."
Nanao raised a dainty eyebrow at that. "What sort of question, Taicho?"
"What's your opinion on Byakuya Kuchiki?" asked Shunsui.
The young woman could only give her taicho a blank look. This is what he wanted to ask her? She knew it was going to be a waste of time.
"Taicho, why are you asking such a question when there are more important things to worry about?"
"I was just curious, Nanao-chan. Feel free to speak your mind on the matter too. I promise everything will stay between us," replied the pink-wearing man with a smile.
Nanao could only narrow her eyes in suspicion. What was her taicho planning now? She had a very good feeling what it was.
"Taicho, you better not be trying to set me up with Kuchiki-taicho! Remember what happened when you tried to set me up with Minato?"*
"Trust me, Nanao-chan, I am not trying to hook you up with Byakuya-kun. I'm just curious as to what your opinion of him is since most women your age seem to swoon over him, yet you don't."
If you must know, I find Kuchiki-taicho to be a pompous upstart who looks at others as if they are beneath him. Plus I don't like how he insults the classics!"
"Classics?" questioned Shunsui, tilting his head in confusion.
"Hai. He believes that since he has never heard of Shakespeare then that must mean Shakespeare is not a great author and playwright. He is foolish to think that. Shakespeare is one of the greatest writers of all time!"
Shunsui tipped his hat down to try and hide his smile, which was a mix of happiness and sadness. When it came to books, his little Nanao-chan was like a small child on Christmas morning. She also reminded him so much of his Lisa-chan with her love for books. Pushing the memory of his love to the back of his mind for now, he looked up to meet eyes with Nanao.
"I see. I guess you don't care for Byakuya-kun then."
"He's a stupid man who thinks the world revolves around him."
"Now, now, Nanao-chan. I'm sure Byakuya isn't that arrogant. Anyway, I need to go see Jushiro about something so can you hold down the fort while I'm gone? Arigatou, Nanao-chan!"
Without waiting for his fukutaicho to reply, Shunsui took off leaving behind a very confused woman.
Entering the Thirteenth Division, Shunsui headed straight for Jushiro's office. Luckily he didn't have to run into those third seats of Jushiro's. Opening the door to the office, he was greeted by Jushiro who was busy with paperwork.
"Ah, Shunsui! What brings you here at this time of day?" asked Soul Society's elder Shiro with a smile.
"I need help finding a boyfriend for Nanao-chan, Jushiro."
Jushiro sweatdropped though the smile was still on his face. "Are you still on that, Shunsui? Do remember last time you tried that?"
"Somewhat. I was drunk at the time, but this time I'm sober so my plan should work out perfectly."
Jushiro let out a sigh as Shunsui walked over and sat at his fukutaicho's desk, propping his feet up in the process.
"I guess I could help you. At least that way there is a chance it will work. Why are you doing this again?" asked the white-haired man, giving in.
I see Nanao-chan as a daughter, Jushiro, you know that. I'm unfortunately not going to be there forever to protect her so I want to make sure she's taken care of when I'm gone."
"You do know that won't happen for a very long time, right?"
"Still doesn't hurt to be prepared."
"Do you even have any ideas on who could be Nanao's potential boyfriend?"
"I do know for a fact that she hates Byakuya-kun."
Shunsui went on to tell Jushiro what Nanao said about Byakuya. Jushiro was very surprised that Nanao could actually say such things about someone.
"I know! I was surprised too. But it shows that she's not like those women who fawn over Byakuya-kun because of his looks and wealth. I'm so proud of her!" exclaimed Shunsui as he wiped away a pretend tear from his eye.
"What other candidates do you have in mind, Shunsui?"
how about Izuru-kun? He seems trustworthy."
"He is, but according to Shiro-chan he's making progress on working up the nerve of asking Momo-chan out. You know how she needs someone in her life more than Nanao does, right?"
"Hai. Someone needs to help her get over Aizen and Izuru-kun might be the only one. How 'bout Renji then?"
"Last I heard was that Renji was dating a girl from the Land of the Living. I think she was one of those Fullbringers who were manipulated by Ginjo."
"Oh yeah, I think I heard about that. I believe Ikkaku mentioned last time we all went drinking that Renji was dating some dark-skinned girl. Jackie was her name if memory serves correctly."
"It does."
"Okay then. Scratch Renji and Izuru-kun. Ooh! How about Ichigo? He and Nanao-chan have similar personalities and tastes and if they do get together, Isshin and I can be in-laws!"
I don't think everyone would share your enthusiasm on that last part, Shunsui. Besides, Ichigo is with Orihime, remember?"
The pink wearing man gave a pout. He really thought Ichigo would be best for his Nanao-chan. "Then how about that Quincy boy who always hangs around Ichigo and his friends?"
"No," came Jushiro's reply. According to Rukia, Uryu was apparently seeing Nemu from the Twelfth Division, but it was to be kept secret.
"Then who would be best for my little Nanao-chan?" questioned Shunsui. This was a lot of work, trying to find Nanao a significant other. He really needed a drink.
"Why not Hisagi?"
"Hisagi? I don't know. Do you think Nanao would go for a guy who looks like a punk?"
"You said it yourself, Shunsui. Nanao does not go for those on appearance alone," said Jushiro with a laugh.
Shunsui had to grin at that. His friend was right. Nanao wasn't superficial like most women. This could work, but there was one problem.
"Doesn't Shuhei have a crush on Rangiku though?"
"He does, but unlike Momo who indeed needs to get over Aizen, Rangiku truly loves Gin and I don't think anything will change that. Perhaps Nanao could help Shuhei get over his crush on Rangiku," suggested Jushiro.
"Hm, not a bad idea actually. They'd be helping each other in the long run. Now we just need to get them together and I know how to do that!"
'Why do I suddenly feel that this will not end well?' wondered Jushiro in his head.
"You want me to do what?" questioned Nanao as she looked at her taicho with wide eyes.
"You heard me, Nanao-chan. You are being temporarily reassigned to the Ninth Division to help Shuhei-kun. Apparently, Yama-jiji gave him more work than he can handle on his own, so I thought I'd be nice and send someone to help him until it's all done. Who better than my little Nanao-chan?" explained Shunsui.
The truth of the matter though was that Shunsui went to Yamamoto and let him in on the plan, hoping the old man would be willing to help. Shunsui was surprised that Yamamoto agreed to it and gave Shuhei the extra work. With that done, Shunsui waited a few hours before confronting Shuhei, who looked ready to pull his hair out. Offering to send someone from the Eighth Division to help, Shunsui held back a smile when Shuhei quickly accepted and thanked the older man.
"But Taicho! If I'm at the Ninth Division, how is any of the work here going to get done?"
"Don't worry, Nanao-chan. I'll have Tatsufusa handle things while you're gone."
"That's none too reassuring, Kyoraku-taicho."
"Nonsense! Now run along, Nanao-chan. Don't keep Shuhei-kun waiting," said Shunsui as he waved her off.
With a sigh of defeat, Nanao left and made her way to the Ninth Division.
Sounds of banging and crashing could be heard from the Ninth Division, as Nanao got closer. Picking up her pace, Nanao quickly arrived at the barracks and had one of the division members escort her to where Shuhei was. She became confused when they passed the division's main office and were heading out to the back. When they arrived, Nanao found Shuhei working on an object she had never seen before.
"Hisagi-fukutaicho! Ise-fukutaicho is here to see you!" stated the division member.
"Alright then. Dismissed!" said Shuhei, not looking up from his work.
The division member left and Nanao came closer to the punk-looking man.
"Shouldn't you be working on your paperwork?" questioned Nanao, crossing her arms over her chest and narrowing her eyes at Shuhei.
"Hai, but it was becoming overwhelming with how much of it there was. So I decided to come out here and work on my motorcycle."
"So this is that contraption I heard so much about. I thought you got in trouble with the Soutaicho for bringing it here to the Soul Society?"
"The only reason I got in trouble was because of that idiot of a red pineapple touched it when I told him not to. It's a good thing I learned from a friend of mine how to fix this thing or it'd still be a wreck,"* explained Shuhei.
"That's very nice, but I think you should go back to your paperwork. I'm apparently here to help you with it."
"Not that I don't appreciate it, Nanao, but aren't you more suited to keep the Eighth Division in line instead of helping me?"
"I am, but Kyoraku-taicho insisted that I be the one to help you. I would like to finish this as quickly as possible as Kyoraku-taicho put Tatsufusa in charge in my absence."
Shuhei laughed at that. "Then I guess my motorcycle will have to wait. Come on."
Wiping the grease off his hands, Shuhei then lead Nanao back to the office ready to tackle the paperwork inside.
What had thought to be a one maybe two day thing became much longer as Yamamoto kept sending more work for Shuhei to do, which meant more work for Nanao as well.
"I am very sorry about this, Nanao. If you want, you can head back to your division and I can just handle everything that's here," said Shuhei.
"That's okay, Shuhei. I don't mind helping. At least here, I'm not doing the paperwork all by myself," replied Nanao.
It has been a week since Nanao started to help Shuhei and while one would think she'd be annoyed with how much work had to be done, she actually didn't mind it and was enjoying being in Shuhei's company. In fact, she was surprised by how much she enjoyed it. She always figured that since he always hung around the likes of Renji, Ikkaku, and Yumichika, he would be just as barbaric as they were most of the time.
It was during this time that Nanao learned that he was completely different from some of the other men, as he would rather avoid fighting unless absolutely necessary and he was much more responsible than they were. She would also admit, though not out loud, that she found Shuhei to be very handsome.
"Looks like it's almost lunchtime. Want me to whip something up for lunch?" asked Shuhei, breaking Nanao out of her thoughts.
"I would like that, arigatou," replied Nanao with a smile, hoping to hide her blush. Another thing she learned that Shuhei was an excellent cook.
Returning the smile, Shuhei left the room and headed to the kitchen to make lunch, while Nanao tried to get more of the paperwork done for her host. While she was sorting through the stacks of paper she came across a book she didn't recognize. It was entitled Goodbye To Yesterday's Me. Curious, she cracked open the book and started reading it.
As she read she grew more interested in the main character's journey. The plot was that hero was saved from a grotesque monster as a child by a powerful warrior. From that moment forward the boy wanted to become as strong as the warrior, wanting to protect the innocent.
"I see you found one of my books," came Shuhei's voice, making Nanao jump in surprise.
"Gomen! I must have gotten sidetracked," said Nanao, a small blush on her face.
"Hehe, it's alright," said Shuhei with a smirk. He set down the tray that held their lunch. "I'm just surprised that someone like you would like one of my books."
Seeing the confused look she held, he then pointed at the book cover to where the author's name was. Her eyes widened in surprise when she noticed that it was Shuhei's name on the cover.
"You wrote this?! I didn't know you were so talented as a writer!" exclaimed Nanao, turning to the tattooed man.
"I'm not that talented," replied Shuhei with a shrug. "That particular story, believe it or not, is based on my own life."
"Your own life?"
"Yeah. When I was a kid a large Hollow attacked me. Just as the Hollow was about to kill me, I was saved by Kensei Muguruma, the former taicho of this division. I'd be dead right now if it wasn't for him and he's the reason I wanted to become a Soul Reaper and why I got this sixty-nine tattoo," explained Shuhei, pointing at his tattoo with his thumb towards the end.
"So you want to be like Muguruma-taicho?" asked Nanao. It reminded her of when she was younger and wanted to be like Lisa-sempai.
"In a way. I know I'll never be exactly like Kensei, but I want to become strong like him so I can protect others. Though sometimes I wonder if it's worth it."
"What do you mean by that? Of course it would be worth it! How could you say such a thing?" demanded Nanao, narrowing her eyes at her fellow fukutaicho.
Shuhei glanced at the woman and saw the fire in her eyes. "
How can I protect anyone with my zanpakuto?"
"You're not making any sense, Shuhei. How could your zanpakuto keep you from protecting someone?" She did not like how he was suddenly putting himself down.
Follow me and I'll show you."
Shuhei had led the young woman to the training field of the division. When he reached the middle he turned to Nanao.
"Now I'll show you why my zanpakuto won't help me protect others," said Shuhei as he drew his blade. "Reap. Kazeshini!"
In a flash of light, Shuhei's zanpakuto changed its shape. It went from looking like an ordinary katana to now taking the form of two Kusarigama-like weapons, each with two scythe blades, with one inverted, giving it the resemblance of a pinwheel. The blades were connected to spiked rods that were tethered together by a long chain.
"That's what your Shikai looks like?" questioned Nanao, amazed by what she was seeing.
"Hai," replied Shuhei with venom. "These blades cannot protect. Their only purpose is to kill and I hate it."
"Why don't you change that then, Shuhei? It is up to the wielder of the blade on whether or not it protects or kills."
"It's not that easy, Nanao. If you've met my zanpakuto's spirit, and I really hope you never do, you'd know why. He's a demon who likes nothing more than to kill," explained Shuhei as he reverted his blade back to its sealed form.
"Shuhei, out of all the fukutaicho, you are quite possibly the strongest. I know you will be able to beat this demon and be able to accomplish your dream," said Nanao.
She then surprised both Shuhei and herself when she walked up to Shuhei and wrapped her arms around his torso, bringing the shocked man into a hug.
"Don't let him beat you, Shuhei. I
I don't want to loose you," said the glasses wearing beauty, holding onto the tattooed man tighter as if she were to let him go he would vanish.
Those words of hers shocked Shuhei even further. He never would have guessed Nanao of all people would be worried about him. In the back of his mind, he would normally want Rangiku to be worried about him and hold him close. For some reason he couldn't explain though, this felt right. Almost as if Nanao was meant to be there for him and he was glad about that. Wrapping his arms around the woman, he held her close.
"Don't worry, Nanao. I'm not going anywhere and I won't let him win."
As the two young Soul Reapers stood in each other's arms, they didn't notice that they were being watched by two figures that were sitting on a rooftop a few meters away.
"See Jushiro. I told you my plan would work. Maybe Nanao-chan won't kill me when she finds out I set this whole thing up for her."
"Just to be on the safe side though, Shunsui, I think it would be best to keep your plan a secret. Even though it's obvious that Nanao is happy with Shuhei, she will be greatly upset if she finds out that you planned this."
"Yare, yare. I guess I can keep it a secret from my little Nanao-chan. I'd rather see her happy rather than angry anyway."
"Very good, Shunsui. Come on, I'll by you some saké as a way of saying congratulations for your plan succeeding."
"You're such a great friend, Jushiro. Maybe I should try finding you a girlfriend next."
"Stay out of my love life, Shunsui, or I tell Sensei who put starch in his beard shampoo all those centuries ago."
"Staying out and shutting up."
Love is In the Air by Ability-King-KKWatch
©2012-2016 Ability-King-KK
Ive wanted to write a Shuhei x Nanao one-shot for a long time now and seeing as how Shunsui is more like a father to Nanao, what with him having raised her ever since she was a small child, I could see him trying to pick the right guy for her. Shuhei just happens to be the right guy for his little Nanao-chan.
1st * - Read my one-shot Jump Stars Special: Dealing with Perverted Fathers.
2nd * - Read my one-shot Jump Stars Special: Soul Reaping on Motorcycles.
1st * - Read my one-shot Jump Stars Special: Dealing with Perverted Fathers.
2nd * - Read my one-shot Jump Stars Special: Soul Reaping on Motorcycles.
Aww that is so cute. I never realy read astory with this pairing but I must say they are very cute. Might read so more.
"Somewhat. I was drunk at the time, but this time I'm sober so my plan should work out perfectly."
Oh Jushiro know all the gossip of the Soul Society!
Oh Jushiro know all the gossip of the Soul Society!
*laughs* This I could see. Good job!
Amazing~ I romance fic about Shuuhei-kun and another cannon~ I love it and I hope this paring will continue! ^^
Whew, this was really enjoyable!! You really got the character´s personalities right (maybe Nanao hugging him was just a bit too sudden, but I don´t mind ) and the plot was well written. Keep up the good work