#i pray for a miracle to happen

[titleknown]

The thing that galls me about this, the most likely outcome of this is that... almost nothing in this fucking country ever changes for the better.

I can only think of two major things, both of them in major jeopardy over the next 4 years, and like... I was already in despair that we;re probably never getting single-payer healthcare, we're never going to get guaranteed basic income, or going to unfuck disability care or the social safety net, or get arts funding, or going to unfuck copyright, and we're either going to be the main reason climate change ruins everything or we're not gonna be the ones who keep it from going to shit. I am in perpetual despair over it.

And this is when I thought Harris was going to win. Because this country seems deadset on nothing changing for the better, and nothing leftsts in this country have done has seemed to do jack shit to materially do that in any way before I die. And now I have to deal with everything getting fucking worse way faster! I'm so sick of this!

And I am so... so fucking angry at everyone who's left every fucking one of us down. My hatred for them is unimaginable. And I don't include the folks who didn't vote, because I think the ones at fault here are the heads of the blue party who asked everything from them and yet gave nothing in return, who we need to make fucking suffer over this.

And, if you want to help make this moment less of a shitheap, even a little, send money to my friend Trent's Paypal or to my friend Lillian's Ko-Fi., they really could use the help.

Now if you'll excuse me I'll be going to bed, sobbing.

[lovesickeros]

can.. can I ask for an affectionate reader with characters who aren’t normally like… used to the love? like, not just through words but physical affection like hand-holding, kisses, hugs, all that shebang. probably with a few people like yelan, ei, basically any character that is either cut-off from society or seems socially distant or isolated. 😞

☆ affectionate reader with yelan, ei, & furina

[ 4.2 Archon Quest spoilers ]

× yelan

Varies between how you display your affection, to be honest. Just like being affectionate with people? She's cool with it as long as you don't pop by while she's working (mostly because she'll end up dragging you into it for a bit of fun). I don't think she's all that touchy feely herself, but she'll absolutely get you gifts instead– like pretty knick nacks? She'll make sure to snag any she thinks you might like. Like a good meal? Sure, she'll take you out to one of the restaurants in the city, doesn't matter how expensive. Her treat. If you do prefer physical gifts rather then being taken out, you'll eventually get used to the random unmarked letters and packages showing up where your staying pretty often. It's obvious to know who it came from even if she never signs anything.

Flirty reader, though? Whole nother can of worms and now it's a challenge. The more confident you are the more interested she is. The other acolytes would absolutely seethe at the idea but she has no hesitation at just straight up flirting back– she's as charismatic as they come and she's got a poker face that's basically impenetrable. She'll probably also make a bet to see who cracks first (she always wins, unsurprisingly). Probably won't get dragged into any of her schemes this way but if you ask politely maybe she'll consider it, anyway.

The smell of freshly brewed tea and the clatter of dice across wood was a common sight at the Yanshang Teahouse– less common was the woman secluded in the far corner, her lips pulled into a grin that flashed fangs and a look that would scare off the most confident of men.

She'd normally try to scope out any new blood that'd made the mistake of stepping into her teahouse and was equally stupid enough to accept a gamble against her just for the thrill of it, but she was far too absorbed in the warm body at her side, one of her die clasped tightly in their hand as she guided them through the motions– they had a knack for it, she had to admit. The thought made her preen, the clatter of the die as it rolled across the table giving her that subtle, familiar rush.

Even if she knew exactly where it'd land.

"Six. Hm, maybe you're just lucky," She muses, plucking the die from the table and holding it up to her eye like a prized jewel, "Or maybe you're not as innocent as you'd have us believe." There's a sharp glint in her eyes at the prospect, but everyone else has the sense to keep their heads down and their words to themselves as she tosses the die herself.

"So why don't we find out and make a bet, just between you and me?"

× ei

Varies between Ei and the Shogun, because you'll probably be seeing either as much as the other. Sometimes you gotta really squint to tell who it is sometimes, but you get used to it. Both are fairly similar, though, in that their first instinct (especially in public) is to tense up like you're about to attack them or something. Difference is Ei eventually relaxes after a solid minute of trying to process your sudden affection and, if no one else is around, she might even reciprocate. Just don't tease her for being a little stiff and awkward about it, she's trying. That's what happens when your only company is a robot and uh. Nothing. For like 500 years. She's trying. Raiden, on the other hand, is just about as awkward as you can imagine. She's polite (blunt) about it because Ei is fond of you and also you are. The Creator. But she's not really built to deal with personal relationships and so she doesn't know how to deal with affection.

..Depending on what you do you may or may not blue screen Ei hard enough that she retreats back to PoE

Ei usually isn't fond of sitting still, unless it's to meditate. At least then she goes in with a purpose, something to achieve– but now, she's just focused on trying not to make a fool of herself. Her muscles are starting to ache from how hard she's tensing, though, in an effort to sit as straight and still as possible as their hands glide through her hair, weaving it into a single braid.

She can just barely hear the subtle lilt of their voice as they hum– and though it is soothing, it is also..very distracting. She can't focus long enough to try and meditate, too lost in the gentle rise and fall of their voice and the care they take to braid her hair. If she'd had a heart, she'd sure it'd be beating so wildly against her ribcage they could hear it.

But then it stops– their hands fall back to their sides and their humming falters. She freezes, too, racking her brain for any slights she must have committed. Instead, she is met with a calm, tender touch on the back of her neck, making her inhale sharply.

"Am I making you uncomfortable, Ei? You're so tense.." She has to grit her teeth to stop herself from bowing so low her head presses against the ground, her hands folded in her lap, clenching instinctively. "..No, Divine One." She answers simply, trying to contain the adoration swelling in her chest.

Yet as much as she tries to relax, to ease their worries, she finds that she cannot.

"Hm." That small murmur, a simple sound that nearly made her jump, was the only warning she got before they scooted closer, wrapping their arms around her stomach and resting their chin on her shoulder with a grin she would liken to Miko's, if she dared to make such a comparison. "Really?"

She swears she must've been feverish at the affection, lightheaded and dazed until she thought she might simply perish at the brush of their hands against her own.

Much to her embarrassment, however, she doesn't realize she's instinctively pulled back into Plane of Euthymia until she sees the familiar dull purples engulf her vision once again.

Though only a small solace, it seemed a little..brighter, this time.

× furina

Varies between pre 4.2 and post 4.2 archon quests to be honest.

Pre 4.2 she comes off as very vain– of course the most Divine would see fit to spoil her with affection! She deserves it, and is obviously their favorite! Just don't look too hard because she's terrible at hiding how flustered she actually is. Absolutely goes home right after and screams into her pillow for at least thirty minutes minimum.

Post 4.2 she's a lot more openly bashful and flustered. She's really not used to affection and even the smallest show of it has her folding immediately. Now that she doesn't need to worry about being found out she's a lot more receptive to affection. Cup her cheeks and compliment her and her knees are buckling. Like. Especially weak for compliments and praise (she deserves it. please spoil her).

She swears she must be hallucinating– she had been having trouble sleeping recently. But..no. The visage of the Creator was as real as the sweat beading on her brow as she stared at them for a long, awkward moment. Should..she let them in? But then they'd see the pathetic state she was in, and the last thing she wanted to do was make a fool of herself in front of them-!

Her choice was quickly made for her, anyway, as she let out an undignified squeak of surprise when they suddenly tugged her forward into their chest, enclosing her in a hug.

Her first reaction was to freeze– her second was becoming absolutely flustered, her cheeks flushing a soft pink and her mouth closing and opening as she tried to find her words.

"I– ah..um." She stumbled over her words instead, floundering like a fish out of water. Yet she felt a distinct sense of emptiness wash over her when they finally pulled back, looking a touch sheepish. "Sorry, sorry– you just looked like you needed a hug."

The silence spoke for itself, her shoulders tensing slightly. But the way the concern and affection bled through their voice made her waver, her hands trembling as she let out a shaky breath that almost sounded like a sigh.

"It's..It's fine! Fine, I'm fine." She repeated, trying desperately to ignored the way her voice cracked and how hot her face felt– though it was more an attempt to affirm herself that she was not thinking about how warm they felt, how much she..actually enjoyed the hug. She wasn't thinking about it all! Absolutely not!

..Maybe a little.

"Just warn me next time, please?"

[odo-apologist]

Only got a couple of weeks left of classes before my final papers are due! Their development is going along smoothly and I'm handling my current workload well. Anyways, completely unrelated, have some bits from the description of Rimmer's revision process

[humblemooncat]

Until all votes have been counted and we have a definitive answer, I'm going to pour myself into working on EW with Lohi.

At least in that world I can do something instead of sitting around in despair.

I'll likely be avoiding the dash, but know I send love and the biggest hugs to everyone today, and I will try to post about Lohi's journey that you might get some small reprieve today.

[livelovecaliforniadreams]

[doodlepede]

i wonder if the blog stalker persists...

[creatrixanimi]

I have an extra will wood ticket because none of my friends can go and idk what to do about it. Rly not happy about potentially having to go alone...

[spiderwarden]

TWO WEEKS? FRIENDS I DONT KNOW IF I CAN WAIT TWO WEEKS!!!

[brisling]

Was there a specific song where, in writing it, you felt you learned something specific about yourself? Maybe “Like I Say (I Runaway).” The melodies are instinctively me, and my voice is in there. And I’m able to hear it back like a stranger. When I sing it, I don’t always do it justice. It’s like I was only myself for a minute when I came up with the idea, and then I’ll lose myself again. I’ll hear it and be like, there she is! (laughter).

Tone Glow 157: Nilüfer Yanya

[tinyshe]

whaaaaat? in Russell Brand's video, his promo is Hallow app (at mark 11.03) and how it helps him pray the rosary ....

[justanamesstuff]

Seasons supporters, tomorrow next chapter ;)))

[knifefightandchill]

My copy of re4r probably won’t get here till saturdayy i suffer

[darckcarnival]

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[fionnalovesanimeboysandholo]

Takemichi being a punching bag again just from second episode 😓

[derezzedstar]

it sucks that i’m still in a state of denial. hope i get better soon

[mxfitmatrix]

Last time, millions died due to this man saying that injecting bleach would cure a virus. He was visably sundowning at events. He is backed by project 2025. He is a felon who committed treason against the people. And now as the sun begins to rise, I and many other people whose rights were at stake have to figure out what next steps we take for our safety and community.

Stay safe out there, and keep fighting the good fight. Look out for the people you love and the marginalized in your community. At this point all we have is each other.