Groceries on Scooter
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ysabetwordsmithThis guy has Turq's level of skill at bag-wrangling. See "Filled with Joyous Surprises" for Turq's version.
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Hobbies: Ceramics
Thursday, June 12th, 2025 01:11 amysabetwordsmithFolks have mentioned an interest in questions and conversations that make them think. So I've decided to offer more of those. This batch features hobbies.
Ceramics is a hobby of making things from clay. It can include practical things like dishes or ornamental things like sculptures.
On Dreamwidth, consider creative communities like![[community profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/community.png)
crafty, get_knitted, justcreate, or nacramamo.
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Ceramics is a hobby of making things from clay. It can include practical things like dishes or ornamental things like sculptures.
On Dreamwidth, consider creative communities like
crafty, get_knitted, justcreate, or nacramamo.( Read more... )
Photos: Dark Gardening
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 11:49 pmysabetwordsmithI enjoy growing dark-colored plants. I have black flowers, bronze leaves, black fruits, all kinds of interesting things.
( Walk with me ... )
( Walk with me ... )
PSA: beware this scam: it's not AO3
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 10:11 pmride_4eververushka70 will give you all the details about this comment scam being perpetrated by bots in fic comments on AO3. Do not react to the bot threats that falsely claim they are from AO3! Check out her very important warning in her DW post.Please signal-boost this if you are so inclined.
Fireflies
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 09:06 pmysabetwordsmithFirefly species discovered after 90-year absence: 'Even when things seem lost, they can still find their way back'
Tan soon realized that he was looking at a Pteroptyx gombakia, or a Gombak bent-winged firefly. The discovery marked the first time that the species had been identified in 90 years — and the first live sighting of the species, ever.
Yay, fireflies!
Tan soon realized that he was looking at a Pteroptyx gombakia, or a Gombak bent-winged firefly. The discovery marked the first time that the species had been identified in 90 years — and the first live sighting of the species, ever.
Yay, fireflies!
Oregon Trip, Days 7 through 13
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 06:56 pmyourlibrarian1) The next day we were headed to Eugene by way of a stop at Silver Falls Park. This was our first bust of the trip, in that the falls required a walk to get to them. We had not found the entrance to the waterfall area easy to find either as we were looking for the wrong name. However the drive into the forest had been quite nice and we had time before check in at the hotel anyway.
Finding the hotel in Eugene proved a challenge due to one way streets, blocks and blocks of dividers preventing turns, and similar names, or streets that changed name on each side of the boulevard. When we finally arrived at our hotel (where even the entrance wasn't easy to spot, confusing our food deliverer as well as us!) we were amused by the painting in our room which seemed to echo the driving experience. ( Read more... )
2) When I returned to the room, M and I made some microwave popcorn and settled in to watch Captain America: Brave New World. My two takeaways were that Anthony Mackie did a good job as Sam, anchoring the film and giving it heart, as well as no doubt influencing Sam's perspective on the world. The second is that the overall plot mirrored Winter Soldier in many ways. I didn't mind that, as I thought that the changes both said something about our present time compared to CA:WS, and it also made both the similarities and differences between Steve and Sam stand out more clearly. ( Read more... )
3) After, we watched The Eternals, which was new to M as she was curious about the adamantium source in the sea in Captain America. I continue to think that it's a pity this film didn't do well. I liked the story, as I like using the MCU as a framework for different kinds of tales. I figured my friend would like it too as she's fond of origin myths. And she did, appreciating the variety of characters in it, even though this is also a sort of weakness in that we don't have time to explore them all properly.
It's also a shame that we probably won't have a follow up to either credit scene.
4) On the last day of the trip, M and I drove down to L.A. together. We passed a lot of nice sights during our crossing of the CA-152 West. Some were entertaining, such as all the garlic farms in Gilroy advertising things like garlic ice cream and garlic honey (also 10 avocados for $1!) Some were just pretty. One was the San Luis reservoir, which was huge. ( Read more... )
5) My week+ since the trip has been fairly occupied with catching up on things, dealing with the bed issue, and frankly just being tired. I thought it was interesting that both my friends took an extra day off work after their return than they'd planned. I had less to jump into than they did but felt so draggy my first day back I feared I'd managed to pick up a bug, despite consistent masking. But nope, just tired.
Finding the hotel in Eugene proved a challenge due to one way streets, blocks and blocks of dividers preventing turns, and similar names, or streets that changed name on each side of the boulevard. When we finally arrived at our hotel (where even the entrance wasn't easy to spot, confusing our food deliverer as well as us!) we were amused by the painting in our room which seemed to echo the driving experience. ( Read more... )
2) When I returned to the room, M and I made some microwave popcorn and settled in to watch Captain America: Brave New World. My two takeaways were that Anthony Mackie did a good job as Sam, anchoring the film and giving it heart, as well as no doubt influencing Sam's perspective on the world. The second is that the overall plot mirrored Winter Soldier in many ways. I didn't mind that, as I thought that the changes both said something about our present time compared to CA:WS, and it also made both the similarities and differences between Steve and Sam stand out more clearly. ( Read more... )
3) After, we watched The Eternals, which was new to M as she was curious about the adamantium source in the sea in Captain America. I continue to think that it's a pity this film didn't do well. I liked the story, as I like using the MCU as a framework for different kinds of tales. I figured my friend would like it too as she's fond of origin myths. And she did, appreciating the variety of characters in it, even though this is also a sort of weakness in that we don't have time to explore them all properly.
It's also a shame that we probably won't have a follow up to either credit scene.
4) On the last day of the trip, M and I drove down to L.A. together. We passed a lot of nice sights during our crossing of the CA-152 West. Some were entertaining, such as all the garlic farms in Gilroy advertising things like garlic ice cream and garlic honey (also 10 avocados for $1!) Some were just pretty. One was the San Luis reservoir, which was huge. ( Read more... )
5) My week+ since the trip has been fairly occupied with catching up on things, dealing with the bed issue, and frankly just being tired. I thought it was interesting that both my friends took an extra day off work after their return than they'd planned. I had less to jump into than they did but felt so draggy my first day back I feared I'd managed to pick up a bug, despite consistent masking. But nope, just tired.
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My tumblr moot makes music!?
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 05:44 pmberryfairyghostCool indie art I stumbled upon: Music
I'm trying to actively engage more with independent artists. So how cool do you think it feels to poke around a tumblr mutual's page and find out they make music!? What a cool feeling!
They're going on a music hiatus right now but they have a few things on Bandcamp I'm eager to check out. Happy to share! :)
I'd describe this album as an experimental synth RPG adventure with upbeat hero tracks, mysterious pixel dungeons, and energetic boss battles.
My fav tracks: Waves and Waves and Waves and Waves + Door 1 - Diamond Castle, Illusion Hallway
Artist: Zilxos
Bandcamp | Spotify
Album: Hypa Max
Year: 2024
I'm trying to actively engage more with independent artists. So how cool do you think it feels to poke around a tumblr mutual's page and find out they make music!? What a cool feeling!
They're going on a music hiatus right now but they have a few things on Bandcamp I'm eager to check out. Happy to share! :)
I'd describe this album as an experimental synth RPG adventure with upbeat hero tracks, mysterious pixel dungeons, and energetic boss battles.
My fav tracks: Waves and Waves and Waves and Waves + Door 1 - Diamond Castle, Illusion Hallway
Artist: Zilxos
Bandcamp | Spotify
Album: Hypa Max
Year: 2024
Birdfeeding
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 03:14 pmysabetwordsmithToday is sunny and warm.
I fed the birds. I've seen a mixed flock of sparrows and house finches. They've been draining the hopper feeder daily and putting a dent in the thistle feeder.
I put out water for the birds.
My partner Doug is out mowing the house yard.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I refilled the thistle feeder.
I started trimming grass around the edge of the strip garden, now that I have the big weeds pulled out.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I did a bit of work around the patio.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I took some pictures around the yard.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I picked half a bag of mulberries in the south lot.
I've seen a skunk on the patio. I've seen a catbird and a phoebe. I heard a red-bellied woodpecker but didn't see it.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I set up firestarters for the firepit.
I picked half a bag of mulberries along the west fence.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- We lit the bonfire for the esbat tonight. It took a little while to get going but then it burned pretty well. I'll try to check on it later.
Fireflies are out and I've seen a bat.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I checked the bonfire. It's mostly burned down. I threw most of the stray ends into the middle, but it was still too warm for me to get all the way around. I'll need to go back out later.
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I fed the birds. I've seen a mixed flock of sparrows and house finches. They've been draining the hopper feeder daily and putting a dent in the thistle feeder.
I put out water for the birds.
My partner Doug is out mowing the house yard.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I refilled the thistle feeder.
I started trimming grass around the edge of the strip garden, now that I have the big weeds pulled out.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I did a bit of work around the patio.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I took some pictures around the yard.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I picked half a bag of mulberries in the south lot.
I've seen a skunk on the patio. I've seen a catbird and a phoebe. I heard a red-bellied woodpecker but didn't see it.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I set up firestarters for the firepit.
I picked half a bag of mulberries along the west fence.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- We lit the bonfire for the esbat tonight. It took a little while to get going but then it burned pretty well. I'll try to check on it later.
Fireflies are out and I've seen a bat.
EDIT 6/11/25 -- I checked the bonfire. It's mostly burned down. I threw most of the stray ends into the middle, but it was still too warm for me to get all the way around. I'll need to go back out later.
.
Current listening: Doctor Who - The Darkness of Glass
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 09:11 pmvivdunstanAnother one featuring Tom Baker's Fourth Doctor and Louise Jameson's Leela. I laughed a lot at one early bit. Leela: "What is the name of this wet world Doctor?" The Doctor: "Well it's called Britain. Great Britain actually. But I think wet world is rather more apt."
Moment of Silence: Brian Wilson
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 01:18 pmysabetwordsmithBrian Wilson, leader and co-founder of the Beach Boys, has passed away. He will be missed.
Carry on the Work
Bands -- WikiHow
How to Learn to Sing Pop Without Getting a Teacher -- WikiHow
How To Produce: The Complete Guide to Making Pop Music -- Soundtrap
How to Start a Band (10 Easy Steps) -- Chicago Sound Collective
How to Write a Pop Song -- WikiHow
Learning to Sing -- WikiHow
Music Production -- WikiHow
Songwriting -- WikiHow
Carry on the Work
Bands -- WikiHow
How to Learn to Sing Pop Without Getting a Teacher -- WikiHow
How To Produce: The Complete Guide to Making Pop Music -- Soundtrap
How to Start a Band (10 Easy Steps) -- Chicago Sound Collective
How to Write a Pop Song -- WikiHow
Learning to Sing -- WikiHow
Music Production -- WikiHow
Songwriting -- WikiHow
[TWST] Pocky Time
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 07:59 amhaunted_cherriesFandom: Twisted Wonderland
Characters/Pairing: Rem Van der Zee (OC), Theo Valentine (OC)
Rating: Gen
Prompt: #446 - Dessert for100words and Contact for fandomocweekly
Summary: Despite his aloof, sometimes grumpy demeanor, Rem manages to surprise Theo every time.
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Characters/Pairing: Rem Van der Zee (OC), Theo Valentine (OC)
Rating: Gen
Prompt: #446 - Dessert for
100words and Contact for fandomocweeklySummary: Despite his aloof, sometimes grumpy demeanor, Rem manages to surprise Theo every time.
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Fighting a Nightmare (part 2 of 3, complete)
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 08:45 amdialecticdreamerFighting a Nightmare
By Dialecticdreamer/Sarah Williams
Part 2 of 3, complete
Word count (Story only): 1635
[Date to be assigned]
:: Shaun begins having nightmares after the family moves to the Maldives for three months. Saul tries to help, but things rapidly become complicated. Part of the Strange Familiy series, written for the June of 2025 Magpie Monday prompt call, from an idea suggested bysiliconshaman, with my great thanks. ::
:: Pay Special Attention: Nightmares and their aftereffects. Supportive family. And then things go waaay off the beaten path. ::
:: SPECIAL NOTE: This section is entirely meant to explain the situation, and explore compromises and solutions which aren’t at anyone’s expense. Consider the whole post spoilers! This is a new storytelling format for me, and I’d very much appreciate feedback. ::
Back to part one
On to part three
Shaun didn’t have a nightmare that night.
Saul, however did.
And another the next night.
Yet another on the third.
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By Dialecticdreamer/Sarah Williams
Part 2 of 3, complete
Word count (Story only): 1635
[Date to be assigned]
:: Shaun begins having nightmares after the family moves to the Maldives for three months. Saul tries to help, but things rapidly become complicated. Part of the Strange Familiy series, written for the June of 2025 Magpie Monday prompt call, from an idea suggested by
siliconshaman, with my great thanks. :::: Pay Special Attention: Nightmares and their aftereffects. Supportive family. And then things go waaay off the beaten path. ::
:: SPECIAL NOTE: This section is entirely meant to explain the situation, and explore compromises and solutions which aren’t at anyone’s expense. Consider the whole post spoilers! This is a new storytelling format for me, and I’d very much appreciate feedback. ::
Back to part one
On to part three
Shaun didn’t have a nightmare that night.
Saul, however did.
And another the next night.
Yet another on the third.
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Insect Apocalypse
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 04:04 amysabetwordsmith‘Half the tree of life’: ecologists’ horror as nature reserves are emptied of insects
A new point in history has been reached, entomologists say, as climate-led species’ collapse moves up the food chain even in supposedly protected regions free of pesticides.
They include in Germany, where flying insects across 63 insect reserves dropped 75% in less than 30 years; the US, where beetle numbers dropped 83% in 45 years; and Puerto Rico, where insect biomass dropped up to 60-fold since the 1970s. These declines are occurring in ecosystems that are otherwise protected from direct human influence.
[---8<---]
At one research centre – falling within a 22,000-hectare (85 sq mile) stretch of intact forest in Panama – scientists comparing current bird numbers with the 1970s found 70% of species had declined, and 88% of these had lost more than half of their population.
As the insects die off, everything that eats them -- birds, amphibians, reptiles, etc. -- suffers a decline also.
A new point in history has been reached, entomologists say, as climate-led species’ collapse moves up the food chain even in supposedly protected regions free of pesticides.
They include in Germany, where flying insects across 63 insect reserves dropped 75% in less than 30 years; the US, where beetle numbers dropped 83% in 45 years; and Puerto Rico, where insect biomass dropped up to 60-fold since the 1970s. These declines are occurring in ecosystems that are otherwise protected from direct human influence.
[---8<---]
At one research centre – falling within a 22,000-hectare (85 sq mile) stretch of intact forest in Panama – scientists comparing current bird numbers with the 1970s found 70% of species had declined, and 88% of these had lost more than half of their population.
As the insects die off, everything that eats them -- birds, amphibians, reptiles, etc. -- suffers a decline also.
Hard Things
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 12:04 amysabetwordsmithLife is full of things which are hard or tedious or otherwise unpleasant that need doing anyhow. They help make the world go 'round, they improve skills, and they boost your sense of self-respect. But doing them still kinda sucks. It's all the more difficult to do those things when nobody appreciates it. Happily, blogging allows us to share our accomplishments and pat each other on the back.
What are some of the hard things you've done recently? What are some hard things you haven't gotten to yet, but need to do? Is there anything your online friends could do to make your hard things a little easier?
What are some of the hard things you've done recently? What are some hard things you haven't gotten to yet, but need to do? Is there anything your online friends could do to make your hard things a little easier?
Unsold Poems for the June 3, 2025 Poetry Fishbowl
Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 11:36 pmysabetwordsmithThe following poems from the June 3, 2025 Poetry Fishbowl are currently available. Poems may be sponsored via PayPal -- there's a permanent donation button on my Dreamwidth profile page -- or you can write to me and discuss other methods. There are still verses left in the linkback poems "Delight in Another," "A Sense of Weather Changes," "Ouroboros Insects," "The Loving Embrace of Night," "Generations of Cooks Past," "Homefree and Clear, " "One Bite at a Time," "Stars and Diamonds," "Mishpocha," "Changing Your Nature," and "Besa."
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Fighting a Nightmare (part 1 of 3, complete)
Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 09:36 pmdialecticdreamerFighting a Nightmare
By Dialecticdreamer/Sarah Williams
Part 1 of 3, complete
Word count (Story only): 1669
[Date to be assigned]
:: Shaun begins having nightmares after the family moves to the Maldives for three months. Saul tries to help, but things rapidly become complicated. Part of the Strange Familiy series, written for the June of 2025 Magpie Monday prompt call, from an idea suggested bysiliconshaman, with my great thanks. Enjoy the story, my wonderful readers! ::
:: Pay Special Attention: Nightmares and their aftereffects. Supportive family. And then things go waaay off the beaten path. ::
:: SPECIAL NOTE: For brave readers, the story can be read only as part one and part three, while part two explores the hidden elements behind the events of part one. This is a new storytelling format for me, and I’d very much appreciate feedback. ::
(On to part two)
On to part three
Shaun sniffled as his breath hitched irregularly. “Daddy?” he whispered into the dark. Matthew’s bed in Shaun’s room was empty. Shaun’s bed in Matthew’s room was empty. “Dad? Saul?”
The boy’s heart fluttered weakly against his chest as he scanned the room which had grown familiar over the previous summer in the Maldives.
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By Dialecticdreamer/Sarah Williams
Part 1 of 3, complete
Word count (Story only): 1669
[Date to be assigned]
:: Shaun begins having nightmares after the family moves to the Maldives for three months. Saul tries to help, but things rapidly become complicated. Part of the Strange Familiy series, written for the June of 2025 Magpie Monday prompt call, from an idea suggested by
siliconshaman, with my great thanks. Enjoy the story, my wonderful readers! :::: Pay Special Attention: Nightmares and their aftereffects. Supportive family. And then things go waaay off the beaten path. ::
:: SPECIAL NOTE: For brave readers, the story can be read only as part one and part three, while part two explores the hidden elements behind the events of part one. This is a new storytelling format for me, and I’d very much appreciate feedback. ::
(On to part two)
On to part three
Shaun sniffled as his breath hitched irregularly. “Daddy?” he whispered into the dark. Matthew’s bed in Shaun’s room was empty. Shaun’s bed in Matthew’s room was empty. “Dad? Saul?”
The boy’s heart fluttered weakly against his chest as he scanned the room which had grown familiar over the previous summer in the Maldives.
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Refugees
Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 06:28 pmysabetwordsmithCEO invites the world to invest in refugees: 'Humanity flourishes when people have the tools to succeed'
“One in 10 of us will be displaced in 25 years. One in 10. Each of us is more likely to be displaced than ever before,” Oyler said in her TED Talk, which will be published at a later date.
“The time for incremental change is over. We must do things differently.”
[---8<---]
“When Uganda allowed refugees to work, the country's GDP increased by nearly a billion dollars,” Oyler said. “Ethiopia reformed its policies, and now thousands of refugees contribute in key sectors like agriculture and manufacturing.”
“When Rwanda, the country where I live, included refugees in its national ID program, they gained access to health care, financial services, and are growing an economy.”
It's all about knitting people into society as fast as possible. Make sure they have access to survival needs such as food, shelter, clothing, and health care. Then compare what they can do with what needs doing. To accommodate untrained workers, list your top 10 or so fields with a desperate shortage of workers, then offer free training for anyone who wishes to enter those fields.
“One in 10 of us will be displaced in 25 years. One in 10. Each of us is more likely to be displaced than ever before,” Oyler said in her TED Talk, which will be published at a later date.
“The time for incremental change is over. We must do things differently.”
[---8<---]
“When Uganda allowed refugees to work, the country's GDP increased by nearly a billion dollars,” Oyler said. “Ethiopia reformed its policies, and now thousands of refugees contribute in key sectors like agriculture and manufacturing.”
“When Rwanda, the country where I live, included refugees in its national ID program, they gained access to health care, financial services, and are growing an economy.”
It's all about knitting people into society as fast as possible. Make sure they have access to survival needs such as food, shelter, clothing, and health care. Then compare what they can do with what needs doing. To accommodate untrained workers, list your top 10 or so fields with a desperate shortage of workers, then offer free training for anyone who wishes to enter those fields.
[FFXIV] Birdsong on a Summer Day
Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 03:31 pmhaunted_cherriesFandom: Final Fantasy XIV
Characters/Pairing: Jihe'to Fashonti (OC), G'raha Tia (Canon)
Rating: Teen
Words: 1595
Summary: G'raha was content to enjoy Jihe'to's presence from the shadows, acting as protector and secret admirer with the object of his affections blissfully unaware of his existence. On a routine trip to visit said miqo'te at the Botanists' Guild, fate decided to put an opportunity before him that he can't refuse.
Notes: Originally posted to AO3 on 1/22/24 and now being archived here! Original notes: This was originally apart of my XIV Write 2023 collection, but felt like it would be better as its own piece! Original notes below:
[Me using multiple prompts in one sitting YET AGAIN? Yeahhhhhhh get ready for that to be an ongoing thing. xD
Prompts in question: Fish Out of Water, Hamper, Grave, Fulsome, Suit
I have to be honest/transparent and say that this is my first time openly posting OC x Canon stuff for the FFXIV fandom. G'raha x Jihe'to, aka "StarFlower", is a ship that's been pretty close to my heart ever since I put them together, and before today I never talked about them out in the open b/c I'm nervous goof who wished they could be as brave as the other G'raha shippers. xD Today I wanna break out of my comfort zone and give a snippet of their pre-relationship b/c I love them both and said screw caution, be cringe freely! xD
Ain't the most polished draft b/c after a while I said "screw it, I just want this done and out of my WIPs", so apologies in advance for any scuff.]
****
It was like listening to birdsong in the midst of a beautiful summer day.
Ah, that was it. That was the best way G’raha could describe Jihe’to’s singing.
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Characters/Pairing: Jihe'to Fashonti (OC), G'raha Tia (Canon)
Rating: Teen
Words: 1595
Summary: G'raha was content to enjoy Jihe'to's presence from the shadows, acting as protector and secret admirer with the object of his affections blissfully unaware of his existence. On a routine trip to visit said miqo'te at the Botanists' Guild, fate decided to put an opportunity before him that he can't refuse.
Notes: Originally posted to AO3 on 1/22/24 and now being archived here! Original notes: This was originally apart of my XIV Write 2023 collection, but felt like it would be better as its own piece! Original notes below:
[Me using multiple prompts in one sitting YET AGAIN? Yeahhhhhhh get ready for that to be an ongoing thing. xD
Prompts in question: Fish Out of Water, Hamper, Grave, Fulsome, Suit
I have to be honest/transparent and say that this is my first time openly posting OC x Canon stuff for the FFXIV fandom. G'raha x Jihe'to, aka "StarFlower", is a ship that's been pretty close to my heart ever since I put them together, and before today I never talked about them out in the open b/c I'm nervous goof who wished they could be as brave as the other G'raha shippers. xD Today I wanna break out of my comfort zone and give a snippet of their pre-relationship b/c I love them both and said screw caution, be cringe freely! xD
Ain't the most polished draft b/c after a while I said "screw it, I just want this done and out of my WIPs", so apologies in advance for any scuff.]
It was like listening to birdsong in the midst of a beautiful summer day.
Ah, that was it. That was the best way G’raha could describe Jihe’to’s singing.
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Current listening: Doctor Who - The Cloisters of Terror
Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 09:38 pmvivdunstanContinuing to catch up on my gargantuan Big Finish Doctor Who audio backlog.
This one is rather fun, and includes Liz Shaw's Mum as a quasi companion.
This one is rather fun, and includes Liz Shaw's Mum as a quasi companion.