#vashti is also disabled

[redrook]

Why do you only adopt blind dogs?

Longer answer, there are a lot of dogs with very manageable disabilities that get euthanized or left in shelters.

Shadow was found abandoned in a dog crate in a trash pile with her mom and brother; her blindness is likely the result of animal cruelty. Loki is the product of a backyard breeder trying to create designer dogs, and then abandoned an entire litter of blind dogs by the road in the summer. Loki was born without eyes, and every other dog from his litter has died due to health complications

They don't deserve the start they had, but we can make sure that the rest of their life is a lot better

For a shorter answer-

Honestly, because just look at them

[nardaviel]

I guess I'm back on Tumblr now so here are some life updates from the last few years:

turns out The Terror is OCD

turns out The Debilitating Pain is occipital neuralgia

turns out the inability to breathe wasn't COVID, so I apologize to anyone who saw Vashti's post back then and got worried; instead it's asthma that appeared at the beginning of the pandemic for extra confusion

the government now agrees that I'm disabled. my psychiatrist was flabbergasted that I even had to send in for reconsideration, but there's a long story behind it that basically boils down to, I'm so OCD that the OCD almost stopped me from having my OCD recognized by Social Security

turns out @vashtijoy is my queerplatonic partner. we didn't so much agree to be QPPs as we were like, "hey, I think we might already be QPPs?" "oh shit u right" although I still also call her my best friend sometimes because I like that term too

I've been very wrapped up in my OCs. love them very much. someday I will finish my story that technically has one (1) AU Boueibu character in it but is basically an original story. no one will read it, but I will have written it!!!! the others I wrote aren't really publishable for one reason or another

I may also start writing for Persona 5 soon, haven't totally decided though

October before last, a couple of sad, cold, starving kittens came up to my apartment door and meowed pitifully for food. I failed to find their owner, and then I failed to take them to a shelter, and then I lied to the neighbors who I said I'd give them to if I couldnt find their owner, because I wanted them. so now they're my cats

Kitties under readmore.

This is Sky. She's a tiny little baby because she was very sick when I found her so she wasn't able to spend her kitten energy on growing, but she's okay now! She's relaxed and friendly compared to her sister, and she has cute little fangs. Twice a day, every time I take meds, she jumps up on the counter and spends the whole time getting in my way, harassing me for pets and kisses. She's currently being tormented by the onesie because she pulled out her stitches after her spaying and had to get staples.

And this is Cirrus. She's more skittish and high-strung and particular about things than Sky, but generally gives me fewer problems with her health. The one exception is that she loves eating things she shouldn't, so one time we had to go to the kitty ER to get a string taken out of her stomach. She always lets me know when Skysky has gotten stuck somewhere, and she's happiest when she can lie with her head upside-down.

[rhossolasdir]

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     Because I'm not good at drawing buildings & I want to show that "my" elves are not complete ripoffs of Tol.kien, here's a post explaining Yllelune. I'll add more and update this post as I think of things.

APPEARANCE

     The city is spread along the edge of a South-facing cliff. Immediately around it is a grassy field, which in turn is surrounded by forest. The cliff itself is probably about 400ft ( 122 meters ). Railings all along the cliffside. Most of the architecture is rounded; the buildings, doorways, etc. Elves are driven by their sense of community, ergo it's better to have a circular room where all the furniture can face each other, rather than having everyone positioned at odd angles in your living room. They also build with the lanscape, so you'll see some houses at odd elevations, and the walkways can be tricky in some areas.      The buildings. Are. COLORFUL. Not stark white. A lot of them will have vines, bushes, or trees growing along the side. They don't have many statues, but the few they do have are in full color — aside from some weathering and maybe bird... waste... because that can't be helped. The streets are lit by lantern posts at night. It's magic.

NOTABLE LOCATIONS

     Va’Farhe Guinnal ( lit. "The Water Watching" ), or The Overlook. This is a large, crescent-shaped plaza that looks out over the bay, as the name would suggest. The plaza floor is made of colorful masonry, some shells, inlaid plant impressions, maybe some paw prints and stuff from when it was drying. It has a few benches. This is where a lot of big events happen, like feasts or parties.      Boer em va’Lamesama ( lit. "Court of the People" ), or City Hall. This building is normally located at the center of elven cities and Yllelune is no exception. It towers over most of the other buildings and has multiple floors. The first floor ( ground level ) serves as a visitor's center or meeting area. The second floor is a court room. Third floor is a library that contains the entire history of Yllelune in nonfiction, along with general reading in plenty of genres. The rooftop serves as a nice public space for hanging out. There is also a basement with cells, should someone be imprisoned; this is extremely rare in Yllelune, considering they rarely have outside visitors, and at the moment citizens are happy.      Va'Wara ( lit. "The Market" ). This is a long, winding street that serves as the shopping district. If you can name it, you can find it. Two of Rhoss' best friends, Vashti & Glanduil, have businesses here. Vashti is a blacksmith and Glanduil is a woodworker. They both contribute pieces to Rhoss' shop as well and split the profit.      There are other places like gardens, schools, restaurants, et cetera, but these are the main ones.

ACCESSIBILITY

     Given elves' magical prowess, disabled individuals need not worry! Buildings with multiple floors will have portals to each floor. Simply look for the ornate floor-length mirrors — rather than your reflection, you will see the location it takes you to after stepping / wheeling inside. Due to the varying terrain, steep inclines or staircases will also have portals nearby.      They have their own version of Braille, which unfortunately would not be very helpful to those unfamiliar with Elvish. They don't get many non-elf visitors, so there is no need to branch out yet.      Those with hearing issues normally have an interpreter with them. There is a small deaf community in Yllellune who have created a unique sign language.      If one's needs have not been met, they can bring their concerns to City Hall. Chances are it will be solved within a few days since the community is closely knit.

[theawkwardterrier]

greatestheights replied to your post: 2018 book roundup

holy shit. that is incredible tbh what were your faves out of the adult and picture books? i’m sure it’s pretty hard to narrow down, so no worries if that’s too tall an ask!

Not at all! For adult books:

An Absolutely Remarkable Thing by Hank Green 

The Calculating Stars by Mary Robinette Kowal

A Conjuring of Light by V.E. Schwab

Educated by Tara Westover

The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin

Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann

Kindred by Octavia E. Butler

The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang

The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women by Kate Moore

Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik 

Textbook by Amy Krouse Rosenthal

I’m also including Bridge of Clay by Markus Zusak and Symphony for the City of the Dead: Dmitri Shostakovich and the Siege of Leningrad by M.T. Anderson in this category - for different reasons, they each have an adult bent even though they are marketed as YA.

The picture book list is quite a bit longer so it’s going under the cut, but it includes both books that appealed to me aesthetically and those which had narratives or phrasing that I loved:

Ada Twist, Scientist by Andrea Beaty and David Roberts

After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again by Dan Santat

All Different Now: Juneteenth, the First Day of Freedom by Angela Johnson and E.B. Lewis

The Antlered Ship by Dashka Slater, and Eric and Terry Fan

The Bear Ate Your Sandwich by Julia Sarcone-Roach

Big Cat, Little Cat by Elisha Cooper

Blue by Laura Vaccaro Seeger

The Book of Mistakes by Corinna Luyken

The Book Itch: Freedom, Truth & Harlem's Greatest Bookstore by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson and R. Gregory Christie

Crankenstein by Samantha Berger and Dan Santat

The Dark by Lemony Snicket and Jon Klassen

Dear Substitute by Audrey Vernick, Liz Garton Scanlon, and Chris Raschka

A Different Pond by Bao Phi and Thi Bui

Dreamers by Yuyi Morales

Drum Dream Girl: How One Girl's Courage Changed Music by Margarita Engle and Rafael López

Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos by Monica Brown and John Parra

Game Changers: The Story of Venus and Serena Williams by Lesa Cline-Ransome and James E. Ransome

Goldy Luck and the Three Pandas by Natasha Yim and Grace Zong

A Greyhound, A Groundhog by Emily Jenkins and Chris Appelhans

Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth by Oliver Jeffers

How to Be an Elephant by Katherine Roy

I Really Want to See You, Grandma by Taro Gomi

I Wish You More by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld

Ida, Always by Caron Levis and Charles Santoso

Imani's Moon by Janay Brown-Wood and Hazel Mitchell

The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig and Patrice Barton

Life Without Nico by Andrea Maturana and Francisco Javier Olea

Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History by Vashti Harrison

Love by Matt de la Pena and Loren Long

Lucia the Luchadora by Cynthia Leonor Garza and Alyssa Bermudez 

Malala's Magic Pencil by Malala Yousafzai and Kerascoët

Marilyn's Monster by Michelle Knudsen and Matt Phelan

The Mermaid and the Shoe by K.G. Campbell

Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress by Christine Baldacchino and Isabelle Malenfant

Mother Bruce by Ryan T. Higgins

Muddy: The Story of Blues Legend Muddy Waters by Michael James Mahin and Evan Turk

My Teacher Is a Monster! (No, I Am Not.) by Peter Brown

Nanette's Baguette by Mo Willems

Night Animals by Gianna Marino

Noodle Magic by Roseanne Thong and Meilo So

Not Quite Narwhal by Jessie Sima

Not So Different: What You Really Want to Ask About Having a Disability by Shane Burcaw and Matt Carr

Number One Sam by Greg Pizzoli

One Day in the Eucalyptus, Eucalyptus Tree by Daniel Bernstrom and Brendan Wenzel

A Perfect Day by Lane Smith

The Pigeon Needs a Bath! by Mo Willems

La Princesa and the Pea by Susan Middleton Elya and Juana Martinez-Neal

The Princess and the Pony by Kate Beaton

The Purloining of Prince Oleomargarine by Mark Twain, and Philip C. and Erin E. Stead

Red: A Crayon's Story by Michael Hall

School's First Day of School by Adam Rex and Christian Robinson

Snappsy the Alligator by Julie Falatko and Tim Miller

Strictly No Elephants by Lisa Mantchev and Taeeun Yoo

This Book Just Ate My Dog! by Richard Byrne

This Is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids from Around the World by Matt LaMothe

This Is Sadie by Sara O'Leary and Julie Morstad

Those Shoes by Maribeth Boelts and Noah Z. Jones

To the Sea by Cale Atkinson

Unicorn Thinks He's Pretty Great by Bob Shea

We Don't Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins

We Found A Hat by Jon Klassen

The Wolf, the Duck, and the Mouse by Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen

Wolfie the Bunny by Ame Dyckman and Zachariah OHora

[sweetfirebird]

vashti-lives replied to your post: Someone mentioned a dragon AU of Will and Charlie....    oh no that second option is so amazing and sad…  starrla89 replied to your post: Someone mentioned a dragon AU of Will and Charlie....    Dragon Charlie, yes!!!

Just in a penthouse or something (which he hates because stairs, but he loves the old building, and of course owns it, and secretly thinks of his tenants as his) and maybe he doesn’t have the limp, but he’s a dragon with no (emotional) treasure, which to dragons is a disability.

aaaahhhhhhh

But if Will is a young, somewhat immature dragon, imagine the confusion when he wants Charlie to be his boy, but also for Charlie to dom him. ah.