[FS] [USA to USA] Prada , Dior sweater and ODL dress
Seller : Annie
*Purchase Price: $30 Prada + $20 Dior + $30 ODL + shipping $30
*Selling price: $20 each or $50 for all + shipping
Included: Clothes
Condition : Prada sweater is tried on once , others are never used . Oscar De Larenta dress doesn’t have a tag but it’s 1:1 print and stitching. Dior and Prada has nice high quality embroidery work .
*My Photos, psp and pop * : These are from last year and I lost my chats with Annie so I dont have psp or pop .
https://imgur.com/a/CTbjJLK
Shipping : UPS or FEDEX
Authentic :
ODL - https://www.ebay.com/itm/126059629981
Prada - https://www.lyst.co.uk/clothing/prada-logo-cotton-cropped-sweatshirt/
Dior - can’t find the exact same one online anymore but a similar one https://www.ebay.com/itm/404452811670
Mini Review/Thoughts:

1. Quality: Excellent. 👍🏽 I have gotten so many clothes from Annie and they are all high quality and from best factories . I always look at auths online and order but most of them disappear from online shops after sometime . I am cleaning out the closet and hence selling these . Apologies for missing psp pop but you can check my feedback - I have sold a lot here and you can always ping me with questions or more pics.
   
2. Accuracy: 1:1 , verified every piece before purchase.
   

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Sammy is his name, he needs help now more than ever because he is currently fighting for his life. Two months ago he was attacked by a pitbull that had no leash while my brother was walking Sammy. The entire attack happened in less than 10 seconds but the damage was devastating. The only reason why Sammy survived the attack was due to my brother's quick actions. My brother wrapped his hands around the pitbull's neck and choked him until he let go of Sammy (No the pitbull wasn't hurt at all). When the pitbull let go Sammy came off his harness and took off running despite his right front leg being broken. My brother ran after Sammy and was just barely able to get to him before a car passed by almost running over Sammy. Sammy was in critical condition but he lived to fight another day.
For the next two months Sammy spent all his time in and out of hospitals. He had a broken leg, had a tube on his stomach, stitches all over his back, and of course had to wear a cone. The first night he got back home he was hardly able to lay down to sleep due to the cone, broken leg, and tube on his side. All of this happened meanwhile the owner of the pitbull faced ZERO CONSEQUENCES for his actions. Due to living where we do, and what we've heard regarding the individual, we felt like we couldn't do anything about it. Like I said, Sammy had pulled through and was on track to being 100 percent .
Thousands upon thousands of dollars later, Sammy was about 90 percent back to "normal"....That was until this past week
Not even two weeks after Sammy had healed from the pitbull attack.. Sammy started to lose control of his body... he refused to walk and fell going up the stairs. He was tripping over himself and was drinking loads and loads of water. Once again Sammy needed to go back to the hospital.For the past three days Sammy has been in the hospital receiving all the care the rest of our money could offer him. Although we have tried our best, everything is pointing to neurological issues. We are tapped out of money, neurologist are already insanely expensive...WE LIVE CALIFORNIA... we have no idea just how insane the price tag will be for everything Sammy will need moving forward...if he has a tumor I can only imagine...Sammy does not deserve to go out like this. Before we had Sammy he already had lived a tough life. He was relegated to living in backyards with no shade in the California heat. He was in and out of animal shelters. Who knows what else he went through before he came to our lives. Sammy has spent the past almost ten years now living with a family that truly loves him. I personally would give ten years of my life to save him. He has two other brothers that wouldn't be the same without him...
I ask, will you please help Sammy out? It would mean the world to us all. Please help us help him live a truly long life. He still has so much to live for. Any donations will be appreciated.All donations will go to Sammy's treatment.Update, thank you to anybody who has donated so far, it means a lot, currently we have Sammy back at home, he was unable to see a neurologist due to costs. It was going to be the first time Sammy would be treated by neurologists and the cost was already at being billed at 8,500...with what's going on with Sammy he would require several trips to the neurologist and etc. Once again anything helps. Sammy seems to be doing a bit better from the three days he was hospitalized but definitely needs further help.

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EPISODE	DIRECTED BY	WRITTEN BY	ORIGINAL RELEASE DATE	RUN TIME	CREDITS SCENE?
S01E10: Tolerance is Extinction - Part 3	-	-	May 15th, 2024 on Disney+	- min	?

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We recently published a guide on our favourite models for 2024, based on both user feedback and our team's experience in assembling thousands of these models. This post is a summary of the guide (you can view the full version here).
These recommendations and scores are also incorporated into our Trampoline Quiz which guides you through the key decisions to make when choosing a trampoline and recommends the best options based on your preferences.
As always, we would love to hear your thoughts on any of these models, especially if you have experience owning and using them over an extended period.

Vuly Ultra Trampoline

The Vuly Ultra is a very popular choice in Australian backyards, known for its sturdy construction, excellent safety features, and good bounce quality. It offers a blend of durability and enjoyment, though it comes with potential challenges regarding assembly and additional costs for accessories.

Our Score:

• Build Quality & Materials: 7/10
• Safety Features & Standards: 9/10
• Bounce and Performance: 8/10
• Ease of Assembly: 8/10
• Value for Money: 7/10
• Additional Features & Accessories: 8/10
• Customer Service: 6/10

Pros:

• Sturdy Construction: Made from high-quality galvanised steel, the Vuly Ultra is durable and weather-resistant.
• Excellent Safety: Meets Australian safety standard AS 4989:2015 with a high safety net and curved poles, minimising injury risk.
• Good Bounce: With 70 springs and a weight capacity of 150 kg, it offers a satisfying bounce for all ages.
• Optional Accessories: Supports various accessories like a strong shade cover and basketball hoop.

Cons:

• Safety Net Replacement: Vuly advises that the safety net requires annual replacement.
• Assembly Challenges: Some users face difficulties with unclear instructions and assembly issues.
• Additional Costs: Essential accessories like ladders and anchor kits are not included and must be purchased separately.

Vuly Ultra Review

Springfree Trampoline

Springfree trampolines are renowned for their innovative springless design, exceptional safety, and robust build quality. They are a premium option that offers long-term durability and superior performance, though they come with a high price tag and can be challenging to assemble.

Our Score:

• Build Quality & Materials: 9/10
• Safety Features & Standards: 10/10
• Bounce and Performance: 8/10
• Ease of Assembly: 6/10
• Value for Money: 8/10
• Additional Features & Accessories: 7/10
• Customer Service: 7/10

Pros:

• Superior Build Quality: Galvanised, powder-coated steel frame ensures exceptional durability.
• Impressive Safety: Meets Australian safety standards and features a springless design that eliminates common safety risks.
• High Weight Capacity: Can support up to 100 kg, making it suitable for a range of ages and sizes.
• Comprehensive Warranty: Offers a ten-year warranty on the frame, springs, mat, and safety net.

Cons:

• High Price: Springfree trampolines are expensive, although they have decent resale value.
• Assembly Difficulty: Customers often struggle with the assembly process and may require professional help.
• Zip Wear: The zip on the net can wear out over time, and the cosmetic ribbon bordering the mat may deteriorate.

Springfree Trampoline Review

JumpFlex Flex

The Flex is an entry-level trampoline that balances affordability with quality. It features a robust frame and comprehensive safety features, making it a strong contender for families on a budget.

Our Score:

• Build Quality & Materials: 8/10
• Safety Features & Standards: 8/10
• Bounce and Performance: 8/10
• Ease of Assembly: 8/10
• Value for Money: 8/10
• Additional Features & Accessories: 7/10
• Customer Service: 8/10

Pros:

• Robust Frame: Made from galvanised steel with a powder-coated finish for enhanced durability.
• Good Safety Features: High safety net and secure enclosure with curved poles.
• Affordable: Offers excellent value for money without significant compromises on quality.
• Easy Assembly: Straightforward setup process with helpful assembly tools included.

Cons:

• Velcro Deterioration: Velcro attachments for the net deteriorate under sunlight over time.
• Not Australian Standard: Does not meet the (voluntary) Australian Trampoline safety standards but meets international standards.

JumpFlex Flex Review

Vuly Thunder

The Vuly Thunder is an innovative trampoline with a springless design, focusing on safety and performance. It features a strong galvanised steel frame and advanced safety measures, although it faces challenges with assembly and some design flaws.

Our Score:

• Build Quality & Materials: 7/10
• Safety Features & Standards: 9/10
• Bounce and Performance: 7/10
• Ease of Assembly: 5/10
• Value for Money: 6/10
• Additional Features & Accessories: 8/10
• Customer Service: 6/10

Pros:

• Innovative Design: Utilises leaf springs instead of traditional springs, enhancing safety.
• Strong Frame: Made from galvanised steel, supporting a weight capacity of 150 kg.
• Excellent Safety: Features a high safety net and curved poles, meeting Australian and European safety standards.

Cons:

• Assembly Challenges: Unclear instructions and a poorly designed leaf spring tool make assembly difficult.
• Design Flaws: Small feet tend to sink into the ground, creating uneven support.
• Customer Service Issues: Mixed experiences with customer service and difficulty obtaining replacement parts.

Vuly Thunder Review

Comparison Table

Model	Build Quality & Materials	Safety Features & Standards	Bounce and Performance	Ease of Assembly	Value for Money	Additional Features & Accessories	Customer Service	Overall Score
Vuly Ultra	7/10	9/10	8/10	8/10	7/10	8/10	6/10	8/10
Springfree Trampoline	9/10	10/10	8/10	6/10	8/10	7/10	7/10	8/10
JumpFlex Flex	8/10	8/10	8/10	8/10	8/10	7/10	8/10	8/10
Vuly Thunder	7/10	9/10	7/10	5/10	6/10	8/10	6/10	7/10

• Drama: Frankly Speaking
  • Revised Romanization: Bimileun Eobseo
  • Hangul: 비밀은 없어
• Director: Jang Ji Yeon (Nevertheless,)
• Writer: Choi Kyung (CHIP-IN)
• Network: jTBC
• Episodes: 12
  • Duration: 1 hour 20 min.
• Airing Schedule: Wednesdays and Thursdays @ 8:50 PM KST
  • Airing Date: May 1, 2024 - Jun 6, 2024
• Streaming Sources: Netflix
• Starring:
  • Go Kyung Pyo as Song Ki Baek
  • Kang Han Na as On Woo Joo
  • Joo Jong Hyuk as Kim Jung Heon
• Plot Synopsis: Song Ki Baek is single and 33 years old. He works as an announcer at a broadcasting station. People consider him an ideal announcer. He is polite and well-mannered. One day, Song Ki Baek suffers from a disease which causes him to speak without thinking first. He now faces the biggest crisis of his life. Meanwhile, On Woo Joo is an enthusiastic TV variety show writer. She becomes interested in Song Ki Baek’s harsh language, and she gets him to appear on her variety show.
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Cast of Season 20

Men

Name	IG	Age	Notes
Young Soo	nogurchito	38 (1986)	Pediatrician and is undergoing training to specialize in neonatal care at a hospital in Seoul
Young Ho	powermks	34 (1990)	Dated a woman who was 10 years older. Likes women who earn well. In charge of quality management at Hyundai Engineering.
Young Sik	mingquu	34 (1990)	Was raised by his grandparents. Still lives with his grandmother. Works at Nonghyup bank.
Young Chul	ry.ool	40 (1984)	Process engineer at Intel USA. Lives in Oregon. US citizen.
Kwang Soo		35 (1989)	Went to a science 'magnet' school in Seoul. Was a circuit design researcher at L Display. Now an escape room designer.
Sang Chul	mezzzzzzzini	36 (1988)	Lived abroad for a number of years. AI developer at Samsung Electronics

Women

Name	IG	Age	Notes
Young Sook	ddohyunnii	33 (1991)	MBTI is ENFJ. University assistant professor > Hyundai Steel Pangyo Headquarters
Jung Sook	IG bitterpeach.kr & YT	37 (1987)	Likes fashion. Is unhappy with how she looks. Wants her partner to be attractive who needs to be 'kissable'. Senior manager at LG Electronics.
Sun Ja	r_ang22	32 (1992)	Owns a home in Gangdong-gu. Looks for personality & values. Elementary school teacher.
Young Ja	hyemnie	30 (1994)	Graduated from Yonsei University, Department of Business Administration. Lotte Members Digital Marketing Assistant Manager
Ok Soon	flying.heej & globetrotterheej	36 (1988)	S7 OS's younger sister. MS in CS from Cornell. Works at Google in NY. Hobbies are scuba & sky diving, flute, golf etc.
Hyun Sook	jyujin_smile	36 (1988)	Bachelors and Masters in Pharmacy from Seoul U. Researcher at Amorepacific

Season Notes

• S20 cast photos: https://cdn.newsculture.press/news/photo/202404/547071_688791_733.jpg

Previous S20 Discussion Posts

S20E01, S20E02, S20E03

Panel

• Defconn - thugdefconn
• Song Haena - songhaena
• Lee Yi Kyung - luvlk89

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A Brief Review of Trails of Cold Steel IV: Act Three- A Worthy Rivalry by inFalcom

Introduction- This feels like a major turning point for the series. The various revelations about the forces behind what caused the Hamel tragedy and subsequent war with Liberl that are so critical to understanding Sky, the various incidents in Crossbell that were both linked to and related to both Erebonia and Ouroboros' plans, and of course the mammoth, four game Cold Steel arc. There may be Reverie after this to contend with, but for all intents and purposes, this feels like the end of a major part of the series. On a personal level, having played each game in the series in order, essentially back to back, since I started Sky in November, this feels bittersweet. I have a post planned for after I finish Reverie that goes a little bit more into this, but suffice to say I feel like I've been on an incredible journey, and yet I still want more.
With all that out of the way, what do I think of the Finale of Cold Steel 4, Cold Steel 4 as a whole, and perhaps even all of the Cold Steel arc? Well, I might do a separate post about the Cold Steel arc, but... Cold Steel 4 is really good. In spite of some of its pacing, and the way it sometimes just flings stuff out there with little explanation and you don't hear about it again (sometimes it comes up again, sometimes it doesn't), I really enjoyed Cold Steel 4. I think it's my third favourite game in the franchise.
But first and foremost, some pros and cons for the finale.
Pros- -The Hamel sidequest Really nice, as opposed to the Crossbell sidequest which hinged on the least interesting member of the original SSS, it does a good job of (quite literally) putting the ghosts of Hamel to rest. The interactions between Ash and Joshua are great, and I liked how some of Loewe's residual spirit came back too. We'll never see him resurrected, but since this series has long established that residual conciseness stays behind (and also the existence of the beyond and Loewe's link to a sword made by its rules), it was was a nice little touch.
-The entire final area From the Salt Pales, to Tuatha de Danann, to the final fight with Ishmelga Loge, I could not have asked for a better send off to the Cold Steel arc. I think in general it was well paced- about as long as Azure and CS2's final dungeons- and the final area itself was designed in such an enigmatic yet fascinating way. The Liber Ark's still better though.
-McBurn What to say about McBurn? Arguably the most important lore dump we've ever gotten in the series, the stuff that implies the human he fused with *might* be Epstein, the stuff he remembered at the end seemingly relating to something the Grandmaster and Campanella did, and of course The Beyond and the 'Possible World'. Seemingly endless complexities and lore implications that both add too what we already know, and yet leave so, so many more questions. Here's my one. If Aidos truly didn't create the Beyond
then who did?
-Ouroboros I risk being controversial here, but I truly love Ouroboros' outing in Cold Steel, and this is a fitting send off, finally getting them in a position where they have to at least give a vague explanation for what they're doing that goes beyond 'it's all going to plan'- leaving a lot open, but also with more of a target for theories and ideas. I think it's made absolutely clear that their open nature as an organisation is entirely by design (of course helped by that final scene with the Grandmaster), and I can't wait to see what they do next.
-Earn Your Happy Ending There's a trope on TV Tropes by this name and. Yeah. After all the shit they've been through, Class 7 and Rean definitely earned this. It's a bit sappy, and perhaps a little bit too cheesy, but I don't mind it.
Cons- -Does everyone really need to speak? Whilst I like the finale as a whole, it felt like every time we were about to face a new boss, literally all of the 16 or so characters in the party had to chime in with the same line every time. It got old quick, and represents some of the sins of Cold Steels writing, where it can get pretty repetitive after a while.
-The Crossbell sidequest It was nice to see Diana MacDowell finally reunite with her daughter, and the stuff about the devil only targeting women is some pretty interesting lore, and perhaps a set up for future games (the Calvard arc), the same as quite a lot of the stuff from near the end of the game that didn't directly deal with the final bosses- but other than that the sidequest just didn't hit the mark I wanted it too. Again, it focused too much on the least interesting member of the SSS, and didn't do much of anything to make her more interesting. Shame really.
-That goofy portrait of you and your lover after the credits Did they need to make it any more obvious how tacked on the romance system in these games were? Couldn't even commission art that made it look like the other photos on Rean's desk, just a generic 3d rendering? Come on now lol. This is the most petty of petty grievances but it did stick with me.
Conclusion- This finale was great. It had a lot riding on it, but I think it managed to do good with what it needed to do. I'm certainly looking forward to Reverie, to see some things cleared up more, and to bridge the gap between the Crossbell and Erebonia arcs and the Calvard arcs, and whatever might come after it. However, there is still one more thing I need to do here.
Conclusion on Cold Steel 4 as a whole- A game of many faces. From the brilliance of Act One, Act Three and the Finale, some beautiful character moments and bonding events, to the somewhat mediocre Act Two, the romance system, and some of the story explanations as a whole, it doesn't take a genius to see why Cold Steel 4 is so divisive. Me I fall on the 'it's really good in spite of its issues' side of the divide. I think the curse is a good idea, if done better in other places (Fullmetal Alchemist for instance, with a very similar resolution in both cases), that isn't presented that well and thus might cause more confusion than if they'd spent more time properly fleshing it out.
Like I said, I think it's my third favourite game in the series, behind only Azure and Sky SC, and it deserves its flowers. That being said, I think there's a pretty sizeable gap between what I think of Azure and what I think of CS4, and I hope Reverie will rectify some of the issues I have with the game. It's been an honour to have your readership across the Cold Steel arc, it's been a mammoth task, especially with my reviews that I try and do each time I finish a section of the game, but I think it's been very worthwhile.
I'm probably jumping right into Reverie, but until then, I hop you enjoyed reading, and see you next time.