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This made me look up Pomeranians. I had no idea they varied so much in appearance. Tae was pretty lucky to find one that was so similar in color and markings. Tannie really is an extra cute one - I love his resting b#tch face. btw, turns out that Jennie also has a Pomeranian. If you believe the rumors, I could easily see them bonding over them. (Not to be shallow, but Tannie is miles cuter than hers)

And this one made me tear up. Not only because Tae is crying but because it reflects how much all the members truly love and care about one another.

I almost forgot about the new video Bad Army! I wonder what's with the sad love songs? I know he didn't write these so I'm assuming he just likes the style. Or did he pick songs that reflect his life? lol, the TaeJiners like that the video includes a painting of an Alien. So funny that Tae paints it with a baguette. Somehow I can see him actually doing that. So cute that he went through the effort of including a fake Yeontan. I guess he didn't want Yeontan to have to travel? Though I thought he's traveled with him before? ETA: I'm getting a sense that Tae's album is going to be like Hobi's, though in a completely different style of music. It seems like it'll be comprised of a bunch of simple songs that are more like movements of a big whole like classical music.

So happy to have you join us! I'm 42 and there's other middle aged ARMY here so you fit right in with our little group. I love that you left your pup uncropped/undocked. Dobie's are so much cuter when left natural and it's so silly to alter them, especially if they're not a guard dog. This reminds me that we haven't seen Bam in a long time - I miss him. Love the ad. Hate the hair. Why did CK do that to his beautiful hair? Is this it?

The song is lovely. Too simple to be a breakout track but a beautiful intro to the album. I hope we get a song at the bottom of his range since we never get to hear it. I know I'm in the minority, but I hate the styling. I like the silhouettes and how they show off his body lines, but the colors and materials aren't quite right for me..

OMG! You got to see all 3 shows? I'm burning with envy. I'm still hoping DJ Jino will watch on his channel so I can watch at a time that works for me. Been super busy (... just took over both my husband and Mother-in-law's finances in addition to working on personal goals) The one down side of Tae releasing his album so soon other than the finances, is that I was hoping to see how many weeks JK could stay #1 on global charts. Currently, Harry Styles has the record with 15 weeks on the Global 200 and 13 weeks on Global excl. US. But apparently Oliva Rodrigo is releasing a song The first thing I thought was "Tae looks like one of those TXT kids". Of course, Tae still looks beautiful, but I think Tae is the only member that I think looks better with shorter hair. I adore that he's chosen to promote with Yeontan.

I think we saw this coming but it's no less heart wrenching. I know it's an honor to be compared to MJ and I'm happy for them because I'm sure that's how they take it, but I've always hated it because Michael's always given me the squicks and I don't like to think of our guys that way. Is there something other than JK's album? Do you have him twice just because of whatever the title track will be coming from it?

OMG! that nonchalant expression on his face. He's SO cute and hot I used to think it was just an expression when people say their hearts were fluttering. But I literally feel a twinge in my chest when I look at him. I felt like I was on the verge of a heart attack when I saw him in concert.

I made the mistake of peeking at the Planet thinking it would be the usual few posts and then I could fall back asleep. I should have known that Yoongi would have surpassed all my expectations. I didn't realize that the pass was for all 3 shows. I'm so Weverse stupid I was on the verge of tears just reading the posts. I can't imagine how emotional it was for all of you who got to see it live. Curse my fragile body I'm so envious of @rockstaryuzu that she can get by on so little sleep. I so want to watch this last show. So Tae didn't perform at all? I'm so happy that Hobi and Jin found time to get together with everyone. RIP sleep. I'm too excited to roll over now.

Am I the only one that doesn't see how plans have changed? I thought Namjoon said that they'd get back together "some time" in 2025. And Hybe made that statement that essentially said "sh!t happens. Might be 2026". It seems to me that the plans were always somewhat fluid. Theoretically, the last one could go in June of 2024 and they'd still be able to reunite "some time" in 2025. It seems to me that the whole point of staggering them like this was so that they wouldn't lose momentum while they're in the military so my guess is that they always planned to do some sort of activity until at least the last quarter of 2025. I suspect that the only big change in plans was that Namjoon decided to wait longer to enlist, but it may be that he was always working on this 2nd album so even that might not have been a change in plans. The other bonus of them being staggered is that none of them will have to spend the entire time in the military without seeing another one. It doesn't look like they get to serve in the same squad and I imagine that it's difficult to line up time off so it would be hard for them to visit each other if they were all serving at the same time.

Why am I so busy this month?!?

I concur. I imagine the new contract will allow more individual freedom and likely more of the profits. They each have different goals but they love each other and understand that their individual successes have been extensions of their work together. I wouldn't be surprised if Jin decided to use extra free time to do something outside of entertainment as he seems least interested in solo spotlight, although I still really hope he gets cast in a Disney musical or something - his looks, aura, and voice are perfect for that genre. I know he said at one point that he wasn't interested in acting anymore, but last year he told an actor "if I act one day, I want to act like you" so I'm still holding out hope. JK will keep working on being a "huge pop star" and the rest will follow their musical passion projects while also doing side projects. It's crazy how many people on Twitter are telling Tae to leave the company for being mistreated - huh? He's arguably the most popular member! - and what company is he going to have more power in? I was watching this video and thought, now that they're in Chapter 2, this should be a new Run BTS episode ... not seriously, but can you imagine the melt down they and the fans would have? ETA: btw, I found out that there were other idols that have gotten Special Warrior. Maybe the original article I read was old or I read it from a misinformed Tweet or something

... and a couple more group achievements

JK was picked as #2 by the same magazine https://okmagazine.com/p/2023-unforgettable-comeback-performances-k-pop/?s=09

I have no clue how big this magazine is, but still cool. I'm looking forward to November when "People"'s Sexiest Man Alive issue comes out. I'm sure JK will be in it unless Tae manages to be more successful with his solo. But I think there's a difference between beautiful and sexy. E.G. Jin is beautiful but I personally don't find him at all sexy and I think that's the main reason he doesn't have as many solos as the other vocal line. https://netizensreport.com/jungkook-named-most-handsome-man-alive-2023/

Beautiful! btw, JK "liked" a video of this pole dancer on his TikTok and speaking of contract renewal... a certain other group's contract expires on on Aug. 7th

Yeesh! Slow night at work so I ended up scrolling Twitter all night. I discovered that the only people who need to have a verified account are professionals and people with no life because I don't see how a normal person could possibly exceed the 600 post limit. Anywho... just a collection of new records Honestly, I'm really surprised that RM just made the list (Wildflower). Feels kind of unfair that Latto is on there considering it was completely off JK's back. The first 2 were recognized by Guinness Book of Word Records. He has the biggest streaming week by anyone, surpassing Miley.

That's my reaction too. The girls are good singers but I don't like any of the songs I've heard so far. But I think Tae wrote his own songs and I've liked his other songs so hopefully it's just a matter of having good material to work with.

yeesh! People really have comprehension issues. I used to think that this was an internet phenomenon until I started getting to know people well enough to see this issue unfold in person. I'm never sure if people are just that irrational/stupid or if they're being willfully obtuse. Cute!

Looks like our wallets will be weeping again I think this is BlackPink's last Spotify record

This is the most complete translation I've seen so far. It's fun to see all the BTS members' different flirting styles. Jimin seems like he's in constant flirt mode and is a master of all styles. Jin pretends he doesn't know how to play guitar so Chris Martin can "teach" him. JK is in your face seductive when he tries - it's the juxtaposition with the cuteness of his face and personality that gets me. Suga's sort of dry delivery followed up by the adorable glee on his face. Tae giving sultry looks. Joon showing off his muscles and sexy smile. And Hobi being oblivious followed up by bafflement. I just got Disney + too. This is how to use the group watch feature. I'm not sure, but it looks like you can invite anyone. Has everyone already seen Suga and Hobi's documentaries? Maybe we should watch that this week with Run as a backup if it doesn't work. https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/streaming/how-to-start-a-disney-plus-groupwatch

The nurse was cleared of 1 charge and had the 2nd one waived https://www.allkpop.com/article/2023/07/army-nurse-accused-of-leaving-their-base-without-permission-to-vaccinate-btss-jin-cleared-of-all-charges ETA: this is cute ETA 2: I always love stories about how great of people our guys are. I look back at the way I was in my 20's, and I feel bad

I think the other guy is Kang Seung Yoon of Winner. I'm not familiar with their music at all but, even so, imagine enlisting and having 2 idols in your squad. Jin looks tiny next to him. Shows how small all the BTS members' faces are because I don't recall noticing this much of a disparity amongst members. btw, I *think* you have to take extra classes or something to get that "Special Warrior" classification. It would explain why so few idols have achieved it in spite of being super fit.

lol, I feel slow. I was so confused by "Armypots". Turns out Latto's fandom name is "Jackpots" and she was combining the fandoms, which I find cute. While I'm still a bit irked that some factions of society get away with their racism without consequences and how casual people are about racism against Asians in general, I guess it's best to just write off her own racist comments as youthful indiscretion (though it would be nice if she could make some sort of statement apologizing). She and most of her fans have been so sweet toward JK and Army and it's nice whenever collaborating artists show true gratitude. Twitter Army needs to remember that it's best to be kind to other fandoms (yes, even Blinks) - it's the best kind of promo for our guys. Lol, I need to learn how to make emojis. This is so cute ETA: and let's not forget RM's achievement this week