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Vintage Porcelain Rose Chandelier // Bonbonsweet Girl

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 Fairy Glen, Isle of Skye, Inner Hebrides, Scotland

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OOC POST

So, for those who have not completely given up on me, thank you!

My goal is still to get replies out for people and to start posting again regularly. I highly doubt that I will be as speedy as I once was, but that's all right.

To make a very long story short, life has been truly insane, the last year especially. It's been a hell of a roller coaster ride and I'm still trying to get my life back into some semblance of order.

Some may have been aware, though most probably weren't, that my husband had been very mentally ill for some time, with his condition degrading year over year. This past September, he lost his battle with his illness, which sent everything into a tailspin. The day before Thanksgiving, less than two months before the loss of my husband, I was let go and I can very much say that I have never been fired from anything in my life. The true heartlessness of the people that I was working for was an eye opener for me. I had already been uncomfortable working for them for some time and this really drove home their lack of ethics and empathy, showing them for the people they truly are.

Following the holidays, I was able to secure a job, though it doesn't pay nearly as much as I'd been making before and the health insurance through said company is something of a joke. If anyone has any recommendations for private health insurance, I am all ears as there are psych appointments and medications involved. The appointments I am handling find out of pocket, as well as most medications, but several of them are not doable out of pocket thanks to the wonderful system that the US has in place.

Long story is long story, but I have been focused on my family, making sure that my kiddos are okay and focusing on my own mental health and state of being. Thank you and I look forward to getting back into the swing of things soon.

That being said, if the storylines we were writing together no longer work for you, tell me and we'll start something different! Otherwise, I will work on what I have drafted and see if we can't reignite some old fires.

Much love to you all for being you!

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thinnyhopper​:

Samson’s eyes widened again as the young lady captured the varmint. But he saw at a glance that she knew what she was doing, more so than he did from the look of things.

“Oh, it got me right enough,” he said ruefully. “Reckon I’ll be all right, though I don’t feel so good at the moment. Bit woozy. I thought ‘twas just the heat, but maybe not.”

“How long have you been in these parts,” he asked curiously. “I don’t recall seeing you before.”

She nodded at his comment about being woozy, somewhat knowingly, then looked towards the scorpion between her fingers. The creature was moving in such a way as to express its discomfort with its situation, however, it was also completely powerless to harm her in any way. Whereas most people having the upper hand would likely have seen fit to crush the thing, she instead took a couple of steps back from Samson before releasing it back into the wild. 

“I’ve got something for that. The sting, I mean. That one was small enough that you might be feeling more than just woozy here in a bit. Shouldn’t kill you, but it’ll certainly make things a touch on the miserable side until it passes.” She didn’t really wait for him to answer her, just started walking, albeit somewhat slowly to give him the hint, towards what looked to be a storeroom off to the side.

One eyebrow rose slightly as his question, a small smile touching her lips as her gaze shifted back towards him. “Mmm... not too terribly long. A couple of months?” Liv shrugged faintly and shook her head, the gesture indicating that perhaps time had been moving quickly enough that she’d lost track of it. “It’s quite different from where we lived before. Namely, it’s bloody hot.” She sounded less than thrilled about that, sighing a bit. “But, there had been a call put out, apparently, for a doctor, so Mum and I answered that call.” She smiled once again, her expression wry as she gestured to Samson’s neck. “Seems we got here in the nick of tine.” 

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Hocus Pocus, Magic Potions - Liv/Carradoc

She was blushing… but still telling him it was alright.  Carr wasn’t sure exactly what that meant, but had faith that his friend wouldn’t outright lie to him… even if she thought it was for noble reasons.  Liv’s teasing made him chuckle.  “Oh… nothing that would shock you too much, I think,” he couldn’t help teasing back.

The truth was… it was quite possible his particular anatomy would indeed come as a surprise to her.  (Not that she was likely to see that much while applying salve.)  He’d never had the opportunity to discuss the role he’d played within his clan’s hierarchy.  But that could lead to other questions… and Liv was so good at asking all of the right ones.  So, while he hadn’t intentionally avoided the topic, he also hadn’t encouraged it.  If he were to ever trust anyone with the knowledge of his clutch, it would certainly be his newest friend, but Carradoc couldn’t seem to bring himself to begin such a conversation.  

At her offer to apply the salve now, the dragon tried to make a decision as he answered her other questions.  “I… well, yes, actually.  The amount of time I’m out can vary… perhaps due to unforeseen variables of the dragon’s bane itself.  It might turn our breakfast into a dinner instead, I’m afraid.” He gleaned at the jar of medicine again.  “However… if you truly wouldn’t mind… I’ve been having quite a bit of pain lately…”  Carradoc trailed off, his expression equal parts apologetic and hopeful.  “If you’d like… You’re welcome to also use this time to examine the scar…”  He knew Liv had been wanting to study his injury - do her own research into it.  Now would probably be an ideal time… or perhaps not?  Would she prefer him awake for such an examination?  

The dragon moved over to his couch, hoping he didn’t look as nervous as he felt.  There was no reason for it, he knew.  Liv could be trusted.  Perhaps it was just a subconscious reaction to the dragon’s bane itself - a Pavlovian sort of situation?  He took a few deep, steadying breaths.  “Will the couch do?”  He didn’t mind sleeping there - it was comfortable enough - and with the kitchen just a few steps away it seemed like a more ideal location than his bedroom… especially if Liv might be unsure of her comfort levels.

“Mmm... I do suppose that would remain to be seen, yeah?” Her smile was wry and while the words themselves might have been suggestive in another scenario, her intent was more to make him chuckle than anything else. Laughter had a way of taking the edge off of many things. Nervousness, pain, sadness... perhaps an odd combination of emotions. Whatever he was feeling, she only wanted to make him as comfortable as possible. 

She shook her head a little as she watched his eyes move tot he jar in her hands, almost laughing at the comment about turning breakfast into dinner. “I’ll make you a deal, then. You turn breakfast into dinner on me, and I’ll make sure there’s something ready for when you rise. You either have to tell me what you’d prefer to eat, or else you get whatever I happen to make and you don’t get to complain. I think that’s about the best possible offer you’re going to get from just about anyone out there.” Besides that, his offer of examining his scar was entirely too enticing. Without looking further into the extent of the damage, Liv couldn’t say for certain that it would be something she could help with. The fact that Carr felt comfortable enough with her to make the offer, particularly while he was a vulnerable state gave her a warm, tingly feeling along her spine. 

“I would... love that, actually. To take a look at the scarring, I mean.” As if there would have been anything else she’d meant by that. “If there’s a way to undo what’s been done, I’d love to be able to help find it and very much appreciate your confidence in me.” 

Green eyes flickered from the man to the couch, then back to the man before she shrugged slightly. “It’s really up to you. Where will you be the most comfortable for this process? Depending on how long you sleep for, I may have a bit of a lie down, myself, if that would be all right.” If her exam went as in depth as it potentially could, the wizard might very well need a small bit of a nap in addition to something to eat to regain her own energy. 

Her eyes lit with the small smile that touched her lips. “So, you pick where you’ll be most comfortable, then we’ll give this a go, yeah?” 

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Medium: Silk and lace, trimmed with lace.

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❛ close your eyes and hold out your hands. ❜ ❛ what are you smiling at? ❜ ❛ i can’t leave you alone for one minute, can i? ❜ ❛ was it you? did you do all this? ❜ ❛ i don’t know how you do this every day… ❜ ❛ that is not an appropriate question to ask a lady you’ve just met. ❜ ❛ i’m not sorry. ❜ ❛ i did warn you not to trust me. ❜ ❛ do you remember anything? at all? ❜ ❛ you’re lucky you’re cute. ❜ ❛ why don’t you just kill me? ❜ ❛ did you hurt yourself? ❜ ❛ i could show you the way. ❜ ❛ i don’t feel so good. ❜ ❛ you owe me a dinner. a very nice dinner. ❜ ❛ don’t go. please. ❜ ❛ you wanna know what your problem is? ❜ ❛ i’m here to drink alone. ❜ ❛ don’t run away from this. ❜ ❛ i’m just saying, murder is an option. ❜ ❛ i didn’t realize you were in so much pain. ❜ ❛ i guess it runs in the family, huh? ❜ ❛ you wouldn’t understand. ❜ ❛ we’ve been through a lot. i think we should just lay low and take it easy. ❜ ❛ dangerous to be out so late. ❜ ❛ i hope you haven’t been standing out in the cold this whole time. ❜ ❛ i made a mistake. ❜ ❛ am i not good enough? 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❜ ❛ i thought you… i saw you get shot. ❜ ❛ why are you really here? ❜ ❛ i wish we never met. ❜ ❛ you look like you need a hug. ❜ ❛ would you run away with me? ❜ ❛ see? i’m not just a pretty face. ❜ ❛ we can stop them. i can help you. ❜ ❛ what now? i’m tired. ❜ ❛ i didn’t want you to see me like this. ❜ ❛ i can’t do this without you. ❜ ❛ if you tell me yours, i’ll tell you mine. ❜ ❛ are you threatening me? ❜ ❛ did you ever care about me? ❜ ❛ treat me like the princess that i am! ❜ ❛ i’m not leaving you. ❜ ❛ why did you come? ❜ ❛ i need your help… and you need mine. ❜ ❛ i wish i could hate you. ❜ ❛ i see you don’t recognize me. well, it was a long time ago. ❜ ❛ you’ve lost a lot of blood. ❜ ❛ i had my suspicions, but until now i wasn’t sure. ❜ ❛ there’s nothing left for me here. ❜ ❛ that is… literally illegal. you’re describing something illegal. ❜ ❛ wait. i’ve heard that sound before. ❜ ❛ just try to hang on. ❜ ❛ so why’s it so important anyway? ❜ ❛ i’ll stay in tonight, thanks. ❜ ❛ we can’t keep going on like this. ❜ ❛ in about a minute, you’ll be sorry you didn’t listen to me. ❜ ❛ is this seat taken? sorry, it’s a bit crowded here. ❜ ❛ you can’t leave me here alone! ❜ ❛ i’ll believe it when i see it. ❜ ❛ why are you laughing? this is a very serious situation. ❜ ❛ i bought two. here. ❜ ❛ i’ve seen you before, walking by. ❜ ❛ why can’t i come with you? ❜ ❛ c'mon. aren’t you worried what might happen if we go? ❜ ❛ walk with me? ❜ ❛ it’s very rude to stare. ❜ ❛ how many times have i told you? you can’t visit me here. ❜ ❛ we can’t fix this. can we? ❜ ❛ are you going to kill me? ❜ ❛ it’s not like you can stop me. ❜ ❛ it’s not safe for people to see us together. ❜ ❛ take me with you. ❜ ❛ some risks are worth taking. ❜ ❛ let them go. take me instead. ❜ ❛ what do you want in exchange for it? ❜ ❛ is being drunk an excuse? ❜ ❛ promise me you won’t overreact. ❜ ❛ how can i possibly trust you? after all you’ve done. ❜ ❛ how long have you been standing there? ❜ ❛ why did you wake me? ❜ ❛ i’m not here to talk about my feelings. ❜ ❛ you were going to leave without saying goodbye? ❜ ❛ for some reason, i’m attracted to you. ❜ ❛ promise me? ❜ ❛ it’s nothing, i’m just tired. ❜ ❛ i feel safe with you. ❜ ❛ i don’t need your help. ❜ ❛ i think i have a bit more experience with this thing than you do. ❜ ❛ no way, i’m not doing that. ❜ ❛ i do care. ❜ ❛ you snore in your sleep. it’s adorable. ❜ ❛ i have a spare bed. ❜ ❛ you’re very kind. some day it’ll get you killed. ❜ ❛ you’ll always have a home with me. ❜ ❛ of course i care. you’re my family. ❜ ❛ you shouldn’t insult people that are bigger than you. ❜ ❛ i never wanted to hurt you. ❜ ❛ i swear it wasn’t me. ❜ ❛ we can just sit here, you don’t have to talk. ❜ ❛ did you miss me? ❜ ❛ this isn’t just about you. it’s about what’s best for all of us. ❜ ❛ you can never admit when you’re wrong! ❜ ❛ is this what you wanted? ❜ ❛ what are you doing out here by yourself? ❜ ❛ sorry to put you through that. i guess i owe you one now. ❜ ❛ the only time you talk to me is when you need something. ❜ ❛ i’m still learning. ❜ ❛ if you have something to say, spit it out. ❜ ❛ you… don’t like me very much, do you? ❜ ❛ i’m on your side. ❜ ❛ i risked my life for you! ❜ ❛ whatever you’re going to ask, the answer is no. ❜ ❛ you can stay with me. ❜ ❛ i just need time. ❜ ❛ please don’t do this, don’t act like you care. ❜ ❛ who the hell invited you? ❜ ❛ what? no witty remark? nothing clever to say? ❜ ❛ i just wanted to say i’m sorry. ❜ ❛ think of it as a compliment. ❜ ❛ do you ever stop being so serious and dull? ❜ ❛ it’s rare to see your kind around here. ❜ ❛ you remember me. that’s good. ❜ ❛ you’re a terrible flirt you know. ❜ ❛ are you kidding me? we’re not ‘fine’! ❜ ❛ right now i wish i was dead. ❜ ❛ i guess i should’ve told you. ❜ ❛ you’re not alone. i’m here. ❜ ❛ you’ve been so quiet. what’s on your mind? ❜ ❛ knowledge is power. ❜ ❛ you scared me. ❜ ❛ well, what’s so strange about that? ❜ ❛ don’t look at me like that. ❜ ❛ i want to be there when you get what’s coming to you. ❜ ❛ just who do you think you are? ❜ ❛ you look… amazing. ❜ ❛ we’re safe, aren’t we? ❜ ❛ you know, i really hoped i’d never see this place again. ❜ ❛ don’t touch me. get away from me. ❜ ❛ i thought you’d like this. ❜ ❛ it’s too dark, i can’t see anything. ❜ ❛ what’s that smug look for? you think you can do any better? ❜ ❛ who did you piss off this time? ❜ ❛ you should’ve thought about that before you got into a fight. ❜ ❛ i only wanted to help. ❜ ❛ you knew and you didn’t tell me? ❜ ❛ you don’t scare me. ❜ ❛ wow, look who remembered my existence. ❜ ❛ change isn’t easy. ❜ ❛ why did you help me? ❜ ❛ why do you hate me? ❜ ❛ i can’t even trust myself anymore. ❜ ❛ i was making sure you weren’t dead, since you never called. ❜ ❛ you look awful. what happened? ❜ ❛ are you here to kill me? ❜ ❛ you know you aren’t allowed in here, right? ❜ ❛ was that a friend of yours? ❜ ❛ two years later and you haven’t changed. ❜ ❛ you look like you just saw a ghost. ❜ ❛ nobody tells me what to do. ❜ ❛ you’re too scared to do it, aren’t you? ❜ ❛ come on. it can’t be that bad. ❜ ❛ i hope to repay your kindness someday. ❜ ❛ just let me do this for you. ❜ ❛ why were they coming after you? ❜ ❛ how many people have you killed? how many? ❜ ❛ how much do you value your life? ❜ ❛ you don’t know when to give up, do you? ❜ ❛ don’t lie to me. ❜ ❛ i’m not sober enough to talk about this. ❜ ❛ have a drink with me. ❜