#WriteOutLoud

[enterthetadpole]

Writing progress (along with a very sad update)

Hi everyone,

Sorry that I have not been posting much content as of late. I will explain what has been going on a little later in this post with the appropriate trigger warnings and a large amount of space to allow readers to hopefully miss out on anything upsetting that they do not wish to read.

The long and short of it is I will have more chapters of all stories/ficlets in Housing Fundraiser Ko-Fi along with my regular WIPs starting this Saturday at the latest.

Now as to what has been going on irl. Please read all trigger warnings before you continue. Large space between this area and the update is fully intentional. Please only scroll if you are mentally ok to do so. 💚

TW: pet loss, pet death, grief

I am a cat mom, and recently one of our beloved cats, named Spork, started losing a lot of weight very fast. He also did not want us to get anywhere near his mouth. After multiple trips to the vet and a lot of bloodwork it was discovered that he had severe kidney disease.

It was so severe the vet was fairly certain that even if we could afford the surgery and treatments she suggested, Spork would be unlikely to survive. He was in such pain that we decided on euthanasia.

He was only two and a half, and was one of the sweetest and quirkiest cats I ever had the pleasure to love. My spouse and I used to joke that with his huge bright eyes and weird personality he was a shift-shaper who “couldn’t quite get the eyes right.”

Photos of Spork are below.

Spork as a kitten, and an older Spork with one of our other cats named Mochi. He was so bonded with her that most of our photos of him are with her in them too.

He left peacefully with me holding his paw. We cried when we found out the results of his bloodwork, and the night before his last trip to the vet.

In my life as a mom to both dogs and cats I have learned two important things:

1. Dogs keep your ego healthy.

2. Cats keep your ego in check.

To all of you with pets or know pets, please love them with all of your heart. You never know when they are going to no longer be here.

The cost of the vet bills have been added costs we didn’t expect, but thanks to friends, we got coverage for his euthanasia and cremation.

As always, if you are comfortably able to donate to my Ko-Fi here is the link. Writing has always been a healthier way for me to focus and distract and I will continue to do so. I’m excited to share with you all new chapters and ficlets very soon.

Thank you to every one for reblogs, love, support and kindness through all of this.

And to my loving, quirky and wonderfully weird little boy, please know that you were loved from the moment we first held you in our arms until the very last moment you were here.

Tad 💚

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[cupidford]

Flip The Script by Enterthetadpole, WriteOutLoud

Johnlock Love Letters #2120

Sherlock creates a script for stag night, containing puzzles and challenges for John, in the hope that he'll learn more about him. The night reveals more than he expected...

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Kids: don’t forget to join us tomorrow for the next Kamishibai StoryBox Theatre tomorrow, February 22nd, from 10:30 to 11:00 AM! Kamishibai is the Japanese art of combining live storytelling with painted pictures and written words. A professional actor from Write Out Loud will give us a riveting storytime for all to enjoy! Ages 2 - 12 years. #escolibrary #kamishibai #storytime #librariesofinstagram #escondidoca #childrenslibrary #storyboxtheatre #writeoutloud https://www.instagram.com/p/B81ucydHJxK/?igshid=x1gw8b8ytr26

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Write Out Loud Book Tour: How To Get Over Your Fears And Build The Confidence To Finally Write Your Book by Naomi D. Nakashima

Are you still struggling with your book? Feeling overwhelmed or creatively blocked with self-doubt, fear, and general anxiety about what it means to write a book? Are you still wondering if you have what it takes to even write a book?

Not all fears are created equal.

Write Out Loud is a step-by-step guide to help you identify the fears that are keeping you from sharing your story so you can beat them back and finally write your book with confidence. In Write Out Loud, you’ll learn how to:

identify the source of your self-doubts and fears

validate your book idea

gain self-belief (in your story and in your ability to write your story)

start writing your first draft with confidence

feel comfortable talking about your book idea

And, yes, much more!

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[mystikceleste-blog]

Today has been such a musical gift. First, the entire @inthelightmusical album dropped. With the brilliant writing of @michael_mott and @nathanwrite and the phenomenal voices of @jeremymjordan and @ciararenee8 (and more!), the album is emotional, captivating, and leaves you on the edge of your seat. Second, we got the video for my newest favorite song, Coffee In The Morning. With the excellent lyrics from @matt_copley, the brilliant piano skills of @brauhala, and the phenomenal voice of @jeremymjordan (yes, again! I never get tired of this guys voice!) @writeoutloudcontest has given us the newest, catchiest, and best new dance and grove song. I love this day! #inthelightmusical #michaelmott #nathanwright #jeremyjordan #ciararenée #writeoutloud #writeoutloudcontest #coffeeinthemorning #mattcopley #benrauhala #jeremymjordan #phenonmenal #brilliant #music #beautiful #bestdayever (at Carroll, Ohio) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQjE5m-FPH4/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Top: Yoshi, Sharpies, 2015

Middle: Wampa, Sharpies, 2015

Bottom: Toad, Sharpies, 2015

[enterthetadpole]

Hi everyone! Here is the first Ko-Fi ficlet done as part of my Housing Fundraiser done for Handle_One on AO3. They asked for a Virgin!Sherlock ficlet with switching POVs between John and Sherlock. I adore Virgin!Sherlock so much and I had so much fun writing this for them.

Cherish

If you would like a ficlet from me in any of the fandoms I write in, please take a look at my Housing Fundraiser through Ko-Fi for details. I do have a couple of longer pieces planned soon!

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[sonnetopia]

“Once again just dare to dream”

Always its like i’m caught up in the head,

I still feel thoughts have not yet all said;

Still some dreams are lurking around,

Lets play another round of lost or found!

Dive in the depth of your heart,

Where lies the treasure of stupendous art;

What if you’re blazing an another trail,

I’m sure the journey will leave you beguile!

You’re a hustler you need to strive,

Let your golden sight set you on the drive;

Even if you fail don’t fumble my pal,

Lesson is the beauty of every fall!

You will catch-22 what your destiny preserve,

Make your call for what you deserve;

Be the pilot to embrace your ambition,

Growth has always been your one stop mission!

Things will fall on their place,

Effort is the skill you have to ace;

Sign-in to show up for it everyday,

Because maybe success will this time make a longer stay!!!!!

-Kritika Suri

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[cupidford]

Hiya fam,

Unfortunately work has taken over my life, even more so than usual, so reading has been limited this month! I mean just over 100k to rec...that’s as much as a long-ish fic lol.

But here are the best fics I’ve read nonetheless, love these two idiots xx

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Flip The Script by Enterthetadpole, WriteOutLoud

Sherlock creates a script for stag night, containing puzzles and challenges for John, in the hope that he'll learn more about him. The night reveals more than he expected. ~7.5k

Knight Errant by Calais_Reno

Sherlock is an imperfect man, but he understands what love it. He waits for John. ~4.5k

(￣ヮ￣)

Crossed Swords, Rugby Balls and Beer by Thorntonsheart

An invite to join John and his army friends for a weekend of rugby and drinking brings about some surprising results for Sherlock. ~14.5k

Ride On by silvergirl

After John rejects Sherlock upon his return from the dead, Sherlock starts his life anew as a fiddle player in Ireland, until John tracks him down. ~28k

Rewind by khorazir

Sherlock is transported back in time to 29 Jan 2010 when the mole on his neck is accidentally touched. ~47.5k (Thanks to @totallysilvergirl​ for recommending I read this!)

xxxxxx HONORABLE MENTIONS xxxxxx

The Woman in Room 44 by Enterthetadpole, WritingOutLoud

Sherlock Holmes isn't afraid of staring death in the face. However, what happens when Death finally stares back? ~7k

One Crystal Ashtray by WhatsUpDocWatson

Sherlock has found some things John left behind in 221B Baker Street when he moved out. One of the items prompts a discussion. ~2k

To Stand Outside His Gates by Yuliares

Victorian/ACD. With Holmes out of the house, Watson attempts some cathartic journaling. ~750

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Kids: join us tomorrow from 10:30 to 11:00 AM upstairs in the Turrentine Room for StoryBox Theatre: Kamishibai! . Kamishibai is the Japanese art of combining live storytelling with painted pictures and written words. . Join us for a riveting storytime with a professional actor from Write Out Loud and their storybook in a box! . Ages Walking to 12 years. . . #escolibrary #escondidolibrary #escondidoca #storyboxtheatre #kamishibai #storytime #kids #library #librariesofinstagram #writeoutloud #storytelling #childrenslibrary https://www.instagram.com/p/B3NGgwDpTSv/?igshid=6iama9flvcbv