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#that’s also why I’m not engaging in the actual arguments #I’m not going to waste my time writing out explanations for why their bullshit arguments have no merit just for them to ignore it anyway 

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This is why I love the original Sherlock Holmes stories so much.

The way that most of Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories' most horrible villains are rich dudes that are abusive to women, in a time such as the 1880's, compels me.

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I am sorry that you have been made to feel this way. Perhaps it is because your blog is openly aroace? Regardless of the reason, it is horrible that you are going through this.

This is a vent post. Don't like it? Don't read it.

Lately, I have been made to feel that alloaros only want aroaces in their community to make up numbers. If an ace describes an experience that aros experience, suddenly the SAM is forced upon them.

"That sounds more like an aromantic experience to me."

"You're probably aroace."

"I think you're aro. Doesn't sound ace to me."

When I respond to an aro post, responding with my aro experiences? I get attacked by aggressive alloaros, because I am "talking over them", somehow. The only reason I can see for that is because I acknowledge that I am ace and aro.

If you want us, accept us. Do not pick and choose when you want us to increase your numbers and when we have no right to speak. And do not expect us to feel welcome if we are only accepted as silent "bums on seats" in a far corner, because that is not how it works.

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@Brit haters: STOP SPREADING LIES!

The length of time that it takes to get from Central Bristol to Cardiff:

Note: I can't drive due to health problems, so it actually takes me a minimum of 1hr 17mins from Central Bristol.

Getting to Central Bristol takes a minimum of 25mins from the moment the bus decides to put in an appearance. Getting to the nearest train station takes roughly 35mins, because, although the stop I have to get off at is closer to me than Central Bristol, it means a walk of approx. 15mins*.

Here is how long it takes me to get to my favourite holiday destinations:

The Isle of Wight takes a minimum of 3hrs 40min. That's not too bad, considering it takes a minimum of 6hrs 7min to get to North Yorkshire.

Britain is crowded. There are houses all over the place, often with narrow, one-way systems that things like buses can't navigate. There are unnecessary traffic lights and traffic calming measures (like 20MPH zones and speed bumps) all over the place in Bristol and surrounding areas.

On top of that, we've got a lot of rivers, given the size of the land. There are also a lot of hills, cliffs, farmland and other areas that you can't just put a straight road through.

TLDR: Britain is not America on a smaller scale. It is very different and you need to understand that.

*At the moment, the area around the train station is being dug up, so that means it takes longer and it's pretty dangerous as well, because there are impatient drivers, cyclists and pedestrians everywhere, trying to get to the same place in a rammed, tight space with temporary lights.

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If I were a fictional character, everyone would say that I am "gay coded". As it is, I am instead told that I am "basically straight".

It's so wild when exclusionists say 'jughead must be gay because he's relatable to gay people's experiences'. yeah, that's because asexual and gay people have overlapping experiences! we have more in common with each other than with heterosexuals, that's why we're included in the community. you don't want to admit that we share experiences but you want to claim our slim rep because he's relatable?

YEP

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@Brit haters: STOP SPREADING LIES!

The length of time that it takes to get from Central Bristol to Cardiff:

Note: I can't drive due to health problems, so it actually takes me a minimum of 1hr 17mins from Central Bristol.

Getting to Central Bristol takes a minimum of 25mins from the moment the bus decides to put in an appearance. Getting to the nearest train station takes roughly 35mins, because, although the stop I have to get off at is closer to me than Central Bristol, it means a walk of approx. 15mins*.

Here is how long it takes me to get to my favourite holiday destinations:

The Isle of Wight takes a minimum of 3hrs 40min. That's not too bad, considering it takes a minimum of 6hrs 7min to get to North Yorkshire.

Britain is crowded. There are houses all over the place, often with narrow, one-way systems that things like buses can't navigate. There are unnecessary traffic lights and traffic calming measures (like 20MPH zones and speed bumps) all over the place in Bristol and surrounding areas.

On top of that, we've got a lot of rivers, given the size of the land. There are also a lot of hills, cliffs, farmland and other areas that you can't just put a straight road through.

TLDR: Britain is not America on a smaller scale. It is very different and you need to understand that.

*At the moment, the area around the train station is being dug up, so that means it takes longer and it's pretty dangerous as well, because there are impatient drivers, cyclists and pedestrians everywhere, trying to get to the same place in a rammed, tight space with temporary lights.

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Repeat after me: - Veganism is not affordable - Veganism is not cruelty free - Veganism is not the best choice for everyone

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Thank you for clarifying, @ems-the-queer-goldcrest. This is exactly the problem.

I am vulnerable and unable to go shopping and so the family has to hope that my partner can find something -- anything -- to eat after a long shift. Which is not unlikely but impossible.

How are nurses supposed to care for the sick when they are starving and exhausted?

How are the vulnerable supposed to stay alive when there is no food for them to eat?

Forget Covid-19

My family will probably either starve to death or die of scurvy.  We are victims of selfishness and stupidity.

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Forget Covid-19

My family will probably either starve to death or die of scurvy.  We are victims of selfishness and stupidity.

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A Scandal In Bohemia — The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1984)

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The Dancing Men —The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (1984)

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Here's a challenge for you:

Stop attacking what you don't understand.

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I’d like to point out:

Discourse is necessary for a community to evolve. It’s not bad to participate in Discourse, by all means!

However, it’s very important to be mindful about the people you engage with over discourse.

Discourse is: - engaging in discussions - challenging your own views, and improving as a person - allowing people to educate you - educating people

Discourse is not: - cruel jokes at the expanse of a marginalized group - proudly labelling yourself as an opressor - smear campaigns - name-calling - making fun of people for having emotional reactions to stress (ie, crytpying)

It’s okay if you’re an exclusionist. It’s okay if you engage with inclusionists, and talk to them about the issues we all face as a community. But that doesn’t mean you get a free pass to mock them, harrass them, send them hate, or anything. We can talk about things, but the moment you become hostile, it’s not discourse anymore. It’s just harrassment.

In that regard, have a lovely day.

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This is beautiful.

Mysteries of Love in Space #1 - “Glasses” (2019)

written by Jeff Loveness art by Tom Grummett & Cam Smith

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This is Mr Sherlock Holmes. And I’m his friend and colleague Doctor Watson.

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My Stories on Fanfiction.net

My Profile is becoming rather difficult to navigate, so I list below the stories which are complete at this moment.  I have done my best to sort them into a reasonable order.

Ratings: Most stories of mine are rated K/K+ as per FF.net’s directions -- the exceptions are Ts, which are marked as such here.  If you disagree with a rating I have given one of my pieces, please PM me in order to let me know, rather than reblogging or commenting on this post.

Sherlock Holmes stories (classical)

December Drabbles (complete) - 31 short stories written for the popular Hades Lord of the Dead's December Calendar Challenge of Awesomeness (2013).  My first attempt at challenge writing -- due to the nature of the challenge, there is no specific genre.

A Series of One-Shots (ongoing... probably) - Shorts and one-shots, mostly written to prompts. Even I have no idea what might happen next.

The Adventure of Winterbourne House (complete) - Holmes and Watson are very unwelcome guests when they arrive in a little Yorkshire village at the request of a nervous client.

No Such Thing (complete) - Holmes is forced to leave an injured Watson alone on a deserted footpath in order to get help. Is all that the doctor experiences thereafter a mere reaction to shock and fear in his vulnerable state, or could there be a paranormal explanation? This story was written in response to a prompt from Watson's Woes, the LiveJournal community.

The Freezing Moor (complete) - Watson might have wanted to join his friend in his excursion to begin with, but as the slight snowstorm became a vision-reducing blizzard, soaking both himself and his companion and chilling them to the bone, he started to regret it. As, it would seem, did Holmes.

Seasonal Stories (complete) - My response to Hades Lord of the Dead's December Calendar Challenge of Awesomeness (2014).

To Return From Death (complete) - Holmes may not know it just yet, but he is fast approaching the end of his hiatus. All he wants now is to be reunited with his Boswell and walk the beloved streets of his London, but he has his fears and doubts - London may have changed dramatically and Watson may not want to forgive him. Chapter 10 revised 15-09-14 as I have never much liked it.  Rated T for drug usage.

The Singular Package (complete) - A package arrives at Baker Street from from overseas. Upon inspection, it is found to contain a blanket which has been wrapped in plain writing paper, as if for protection. Why would anyone send such a parcel?

Toby to the Rescue (complete) - When Holmes disappears without a trace, Watson fears that something might have happened to him and becomes determined to search for the Great Detective. Fortunately, he has Toby to assist him.

Slick Cobblestones (complete) - A walk in the rain turns to something much more unpleasant and Holmes is given a new opportunity to witness Doctor Watson's skills as a physician.

Inexplicable (complete) - Holmes and Watson are asked to look into the inexplicable laming of a gentleman's valuable horses. It should be simple enough - hardly a challenge, for a man of Holmes' powers.

Powers of Deduction (complete) - A beaten Holmes can only be saved by the deductive powers of a friend.

Locked Out (complete) - A short story that I wrote for WAdvent (Watson's Woes, Livejournal). Watson returns from his club to find the keys missing from his pocket. What is a fellow to do?

Tales of December (incomplete - only 16 stories out of 31) - 2015's entries for Hades Lord of the Dead's December Calendar Challenge of Awesomeness.

The Most Winning Woman (complete) - Holmes remembers the most winning woman that he ever met, during one of his darker moments. Rated K+ for mentions of drug usage and general unpleasantness, but no graphic description.

Home at Last (complete) - Sometimes, it is just a relief to come home (especially when there is a kind soul to welcome a fellow and ensure all requirements are met).

Fireside Tales (complete) - My answer to the December Calendar Challenge of Awesomeness 2018, hosted by Hades. This year, I am collaborating with my boys, Paul and David.

Snowed In (complete) - Sussex can be a lonely place in the winter months. Particularly when one finds oneself snowed in, a prisoner in one's own home.

Sherlock Holmes in the 22nd Century stories

Time Shifts (complete) - 1st story of my personal series.   A grieving Holmes is ill with influenza and, with nothing to distract him, is forced to face the emotion he has been doing his best to ignore.

One Wish (complete) - 2nd story.  Holmes' behaviour and outlook has not improved much since his illness (in Time Shifts) and both Lestrade and Watson are becoming increasingly concerned. It all comes to a head when their friend begins to disregard his own health and safety needlessly as a result.

Whose Idea Was This Anyway? (complete) - Deleted scene from One Wish.

Festivities in the 22nd Century (complete) - A challenge I set myself: a story per day for the duration of December, plus New Year’s Day.  This is set at Christmas, 2104.

An Exercise in Tact (complete) - Holmes always tries to be tactful, but there are days that warrant more care than usual. This story is set in the February of 2105.

Experimental Cocktails (complete) - Holmes has decided to experiment with a cocktail of drinks (because he was bored and cocaine is illegal in 22nd Century London). Rated T for obvious reasons - I do not condone drug usage or alcohol abuse.

An Eventful July Day (complete) - The date is the 7th of July and all Holmes wants is to spend a quiet, pleasant day with his Boswell.

Forgotten (complete) - Watson has made a new friend and Holmes is feeling a bit sorry for himself.

Choosing the Right Moment (complete) - The question is a simple one - more a formality or a gesture than a question in itself and he is quite sure that he already knows what the answer will be. Timing, setting and mood are all important factors, however, and Holmes is frightfully nervous.

This is Meant to be Fun (complete) - Chelsea and Lestrade take their fiancés out for a day of fun together. At least, that is the plan.

Passions and Jealousy (complete) - Holmes can be somewhat possessive when the mood takes him. Sometimes, he can shock even himself.

Heart Over Mind (complete) - Holmes is only cheerful! Why are John and Watson so concerned? Surely there is no reason to prove that he has not experimented with any substances since his 22nd Century rebirth?

Doing Right (complete) - Holmes is forced to make a decision which he has been putting off.  Providing Beth Lestrade is still interested.

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My dear lgbt+ kids, 

Some people think “Well, I am not gay, so I must be straight” and force themselves into straight relationships, even though they don’t feel any attraction to their straight partners. 

But “I am not attracted to girls” does not necessarily have to mean “I am attracted to boys”. And “I am not attracted to boys” does not necessarily have to mean “I am attracted to girls”.

It’s okay to be attracted to neither. It’s okay not to feel attraction at all. It’s okay to date nobody.     

You don’t have to choose between girls and boys - it’s okay if you’re neither into girls nor into boys! 

With all my love, 

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