#revisions and changes tracker

[leletha-jann]

An interesting thing about reading the final print/digital PDF Girl Genius comics as well as the webcomic version is that sometimes there are minor changes!

Little things, but this one jumped out at me today:

Webcomic (original):

PDF volume 10 (revised):

For completeness, the print novel version (Agatha H. and the Siege of Mechanicsburg, page 49) is:

"Tarvek!" Agatha looked shocked. "Don't be mean."

I have no idea what anyone is going to do with this fact, but I Noticed a Thing, and this is the I Noticed a Thing blog, so here it is.

Read your PDFs if you've got 'em!

[glowettee]

healing from academic perfectionism

by mindy @glowettee

let's talk about something that affects sooo many of us in school - the exhausting cycle of perfectionism. here's how to actually work through it while maintaining your academic success 🤍

understanding your perfectionism type:

the all-or-nothing scholar

signs: abandoning tasks that aren't perfect

impact: incomplete assignments pile up

solution: create "good enough" standards for each task

practice: deliberately submit b+ work sometimes

reflection: track how "imperfect" work still succeeds

the endless editor

signs: revising until exhaustion

impact: never feeling finished

solution: set concrete editing limits

practice: use time boundaries for revisions

reflection: note when extra editing didn't change grades

the preparation procrastinator

signs: over-preparing but never starting

impact: delayed work and missed deadlines

solution: create starting rituals

practice: begin with imperfect outlines

reflection: document when "unprepared" work succeeded

practical steps for recovery:

(don't mind the formatting <3)

grade requirement analysis

calculate minimum grades needed

identify where perfection isn't necessary

create realistic grade goals

develop subject-specific standards

track effort vs. grade correlation

time management reality

set maximum study times

include mandatory breaks

create firm stopping points

establish "good enough" timeframes

practice leaving work unfinished

submission strategies

develop personal rubrics

create completion checklists

establish revision limits

set realistic quality standards

practice timely submission

perfection pressure release

identify trigger assignments

create comfort with b+ work

develop release statements

practice "done is better than perfect"

celebrate imperfect submissions

sustainable study practices

implement 80/20 rule

create efficiency metrics

develop quality guidelines

establish effort limits

maintain energy balance

daily implementation:

morning:

set realistic daily goals

identify perfection triggers

establish time boundaries

create completion criteria

prepare acceptance statements

during work:

use timer limits

implement stopping points

practice leaving rough drafts

accept good enough

maintain progress over perfection

evening:

evaluate effort balance

celebrate task completion

acknowledge progress

release perfectionist thoughts

plan next day's boundaries

practical exercises:

the b+ experiment

choose one assignment monthly

deliberately aim for b+ quality

track actual vs. expected grades

note emotional responses

document learning outcomes

time boundary practice

set firm time limits

stop when timer ends

submit work as is

track grade results

build trust in efficiency

imperfection tolerance

start assignments roughly

resist immediate editing

maintain forward momentum

accept messy progress

focus on completion

measuring progress:

keep a recovery tracker:

time spent on assignments

stress levels during work

grade outcomes

emotional responses

energy preservation

weekly check-in questions:

did i maintain reasonable hours?

where did i release perfectionism?

how did i handle imperfect work?

what boundaries did i maintain?

where can i ease standards?

tip: you can maintain excellent grades without sacrificing your wellbeing to perfectionism 🤍

xo mindy

p.s. your worth as a student isn't measured by perfect scores, but by your growth and learning.

[fatkish]

Can you do some headcanons of Fat Gum, Ryuukyu and Sir Nighteye taking custody of a teen reader who is a reformed villian/vigilante.

Fatgum, Ryukyu, and Sir Nighteye x. Reformed Villain/Vigilante Teen Reader

Fatgum:

You grew up among villains since your parents were villains, they never really taught you right from wrong and kinda neglected you

You mostly just stole in order to survive, taking only what you needed and nothing more

One day you stole but got cornered by none other than Suneater, with little to no choice, you used your quirk to phase through him but ran right into Fatgum, literally

You got stuck in his fat but after you passed out, he realized just how skinny you were

He took you to the hospital and was upset to find that not only were you severely underweight and slightly malnourished, but your parents had been arrested leaving you to fend for yourself

He decided that moment that he would take you under his wing, he’d teach you right from wrong and give you whatever you needed to get on the right path

When you woke up and he told you it was either go with him or juvenile detention, you happily chose him

The first thing he did was bring you food and help you get to a healthy weight

Once that was done, he began to help you with learning to live normally and even helped you learn how to make friends at your new school, Shiketsu Academy

As your life began to change and become more normalized, you thanked Fatgum who decided to adopt you since you needed an active and actual parental figure in your life

From that day on you happily accepted your new dad and the two of you became family

You would try to cook all kinds of different foods and you both would try them, sometimes you made a great dish and other times… well, you believed in not wasting food but that ended up with you in the hospital from having food poisoning so…

You began to have a passion for cooking and would become a great chef all thanks to your dad

Ryukyu:

You were an anti-hero. You did what was necessary to keep others safe and would even kill to protect the innocent

You were skilled in combat and were pretty decent with the use of your quirk

One day you cornered a particularly nasty villain and had nearly managed to take them out but suddenly you were both shot at

You saw a couple heroes and tried to escape only to be confronted by Ryukyu

You tried to escape but after Ryukyu decided to transform, your battle was over

Since you technically had yet to kill, but had incredible skill, the HPSC hoped that you could be reformed into a hero

So they decided that you would be placed in the care of Ryukyu

At first, you tried to sneak out only to get caught every time, you’d constantly argue with Ryukyu on morals and rules, saying that some were stupid and that others needed revision

When Ryukyu saw how you viewed society, she discovered that you weren’t necessarily wrong, but you could definitely go about things in a better way

She decided to help you find a better way to make the changes you wanted to make in society but in legal ways only

As you both grew to have a mutual understanding and respect for one another’s views and values, you decided that she wasn’t so bad and accepted her

As that happened, she too, accepted you and you both became extremely close, almost like family

After that, you would go on to become one of the best underground heroes ever

Sir Nighteye:

Reader was an Orphan and a vigilante who used their own gear that they designed to catch criminals

You never used your quirk on criminals since that would be breaking the law and you didn’t want to get in trouble for that

You had created small devices that were a disguised as bugs like dragonflies and butterflies/moths. You made them contain small cameras and have tracking devices in them

These devices would fly around and would be able to attach small trackers to people or things when they land on them

You used these spy flies to help you with your vigilante work, you’d track criminals to places and use your technology to apprehend them and then alert the police to come and get them

You made sure to wear a mask and hide your identity, you also didn’t leave your technology behind for heroes to find and repurpose or mess with since your creations were precious to you

The Nighteye agency had been investigating your work and were trying to apprehend you but you kept evading them

One day, Sir Nighteye used his quirk on a suspected criminal and foresaw you apprehending them and decided to set up a trap for you

You followed the suspect to an abandoned warehouse where he and his supposed associates were hiding. Only to be caught by the Nighteye agency

When Sir Nighteye saw how young you really were, he decided that your talents would be wasted in Juvenile Detention and that you had a bright future ahead of you, granted, that you stayed on the right path

When Nighteye found out that you had been rescued by All Might as a child when your parents had died in an apartment building’s collapse, he saw how much you admired All Might

When you told him that All Might is an older hero and that he’s bound to retire eventually and that you feared for that day and that’s why you became a vigilante, he knew that you were a good kid and just needed a helping hand to get you on the right path in life

So he decided to take you in and teach you how to become a hero and although he may be strict and seem like a scary and intimidating guy, you both bonded over your admiration for All Might

When you showed him and had explained to him all your technology and how it works, he was curious as to why you weren’t in a hero school in a support course, you explained to him that your orphanage didn’t have the funding to send you to a hero school, which is why you had no other choice but to become a vigilante

After that, he decided to use his connections to enroll you in UA’s support course, to which you thanked him endlessly and hugged him calling him your hero. After that, he also adopted you and became your legal guardian

In time, you and your new friend Mei Hastume would become partners and become two of that century’s greatest technological creators and you both would go to live on I-Island

[csuitebitches]

2024 Planning

I started planning for 2024 today. I’ve learned a lot this year, made mistakes, had some successes and now it’s time to take all my learnings, good or bad, and go to the next level.

I prefer starting next year’s routine from 2023’s November and December so that by the time January rolls around, I’m settled into the routine. If there’s any revisions necessary, I can do them without starting my new year on the wrong foot.

I maintain my goals on mostly short and medium term basis. This includes daily, weekly and quarterly planning (I don’t do monthly because it doesn’t work for me).

This may seem complicated (actually, it looks more complicated than it is but it’s just what helps me) but let me show you how exactly I do things.

I keep two diaries. One for daily and weekly and one for quarterly. I have a habit tracker on my phone for my daily non-Negotiables (exercise, meditation, reading and language).

The quarterly diary is my big big diary. Every quarter, it lists out all the big plans, what i want to do and who i want to be. It’s all the messy thoughts I have, all my dreams, my weaknesses, my strengths, etc etc. The only “practical” part of the diary is that there is one general plan made at the end of my mad scribbling. It has the general idea, feedback I’ve received from other people and compilation of all the advice I’ve gotten from my mentors.

2. The daily - weekly diary breaks the plan into manageable bits. I write out the week’s plan (who do i need to meet, who do i need to follow up with, any major presentation coming up, any assignment, what am i reading this week) and write a one sentence daily update on it.

I can’t use a habit tracker for this because i’m not tracking meditation or exercise on here. I’m tracking my career goals, my ambitious goals, into smaller goals. A habit tracker wouldnt cut it because I would have to elaborate more on certain things.

For example:

“20-27th Nov: Weekly list

budget presentation on Monday

1 event to attend on Tuesday. Topic: XYZ

Reading: the inheritors

reach out to mentor, schedule a meeting

7 language essays and 7 videos

Monday, 20th Nov.

work presentation: complete.

Feedback received: i need to work on XYZ.

points they raised that didnt cross my mind: XYZ

follow ups required and if yes, with who: XYZ

reading: complete. Interesting point they brought up: XYZ

essay for the day: complete.

Video complete:

Tuesday, 21st Nov

mentor meeting scheduled

event went well. Met: A, B, C who work in XYZ companies. Follow up with them next week for coffee/ drinks.

essay: complete

video: complete”

Having two diaries helps me because i can find my bigger goals without having to go through the daily entry mess. I like having the two separate.

Nov ‘23 + Dec ‘23 + Q1 2024’s goals include:

Social (meeting new people, maintaining networks)

Intellectual (biographies, documentaries, industry reports)

Personal (soft skills, language studies)

Work (presentations, courses, conferences)

A major change I’ve making this year is actively working on every single weakness I have that I know is a potential strength. I’m ignoring weaknesses that I know are 100% weaknesses like coding because there’s just no way I can sit in front of a computer and learn all that, it’s absolutely not my cup of tea and does not make me happy.

I made a list of every single weakness i have and I’m embarrassed about and ashamed of. 2024 is the year of NO shame. I’m not letting my intrusive thoughts win.

Next to each weakness I wrote out a potential solution.

Ex: not picking up the language i’m studying as fast as i want to -> write 1 short essay and a 1-2 minute video of me talking about anything in that language every single day

I’m not allowing any unnecessary negative self doubt or self talk happen. Constructive criticism is one thing, being a bitch to yourself is another. I plan to learn a lot next year.

I’ve created a manageable exposure therapy plan for myself - I aim to meet 3 new people every month and follow up with 5 new connections every month, whether it’s over chat or irl.

I’ve made a list of business biographies I’m going to read. This year I reached my reading target earlier than anticipated which I’m very happy about. Next year I’m focusing on books that are solely about business, technology and psychology.

[maddascanbe-blog]

Power/Kwami re-writes?

I think I'm going to star applying these to redesigns and re-writes, but here is my (current) rewrites of the miraculous power system.

Ladybug- Kwami of Creation and Good Luck

Abilities- Lucky Charm: Creates a solution to whatever problem the user is seeking an answer too and creates a tool to point them in that direction.  Miracle Cure: Can re-create all physical damage to its pre-existing state (only works on physical damage).

Cat- Kwami of Destruction and Misfortune

Abilities- Cataclysm: Allows users to destroy anything they touch, either reducing whatever is to dust, or causing it to stop functioning.  Miracle Purge: Can destroy any presence of the villain left on a person or location after defeat (only works on non physical residue) to cleanse them of the effects.

Fox- Kwami of Memory and Guile

Abilities- Mirage: Creates an Illusion of anything the user wants, the quality being determined by scale and the users attention to detail.  Recall: brings forward the memories of a given location to offer insight to the events that shaped the place.

Butterfly- Kwami of Transmission and Perception

Abilities- Champion: Users can lend their strength to another holder to create a new power, but any attempt to copy another miraculous will be far weaker than the real thing.  Discourse: Allows the user to sense the thoughts of a person who is facing adversity.

Peacock- Kwami of Emotion and Intention

Abilities- Amok: Forms a new body to house part of the soul of the amok bearer to act as an aid, binding them together.  Senti: Creates a new soul, forming a body around the intention and emotion of the person who created them.

Turtle- Kwami of Protection and Diligence

Abilities- Shelter: Forms a barrier that is as strong as the protectors will to maintain it.  Devotion: Guards the users body from change in correlation to their determination to carry on their cause.

Bee- Kwami of Subjugation and Direction

Abilities- Sting: Creates a barb that can be used to steal away a person's will, leaving them frozen.  Drone: Imparts a new purpose into a person by the whim of the user.

Mouse- Kwami of Efficiency and Cleaving

Ability- Divide: Separates the user into two or more versions of themself to act as many bodies with one mind, however the more a person divides the smaller they get.

Dragon- Kwami of Parity and The Storm

Ability- Water/Wind/Lightning Dragon: Allows the user to form themselves into the elements of the storm, clearing the path for the world to rebalance itself.

Snake-  Kwami of Intuition and Revision  (Nicknamed the Kwami of the Damned)

Ability- Second Chance: After fixing a point in time, there is a five minute window to return to that point.  The user can change time freely in those five minutes, but do not reset with each rewind.

Rabbit- Kwami of Liminality and Hindsight (Nicknamed the Miraculous of the Outcasts)

Ability- Burrow: The rabbit user can observe the impact of decisions on the timeline, without directly interfering once a branch is created

Horse- Kwami of Passage and Direction

Ability- Voyage: A portal between two points in space is opened to allow journeying between the two.

Monkey- Kwami of Derision an Disruption

Ability- Uproar: When the user calls for a distraction, it can offset their opponents greatest strengths.

Ox- Kwami of Immunity and Resilience

Ability- Steadfast: Once set on a goal, the Ox will be able to power through any attack.

Dog- Kwami of Pursuit and Passion

Ability- Tracker: Once the user's ball touches a quarry they can sense a path set by the movement of their target.

Tiger- Kwami of Exhilaration and Impulsion

Ability- Trounce: All of the attacker's power is pushed into a single attack, with a massive damage output.

Pig- Kwami of Desire and Reverie

Ability- Fancy: Allows the attacked target to escape into the world of their fancy, leaving their mind wandering.

Goat- Kwami of Curiosity and Discovery

Ability- Inquire: The user writes down a specific question, and the answer is revealed to them.

Rooster- Kwami of Pretension and Restriction

Ability- Chicken Scratch: The user can set down a rule, and all those who are present to hear it are bound to it, including the rule giver.

Obviously not all of these are my original ideas. A good chunk of the powers stayed the same, Recall was inspired by @zoe-oneesama in her upgrade for Rena Rouge, and Chicken Scratch was based on an amazing fanfiction by @imthepunchlord. But I will take credit for the Goat, I haven't seen anyone with that Idea yet.

The other thing was what the Kwami's are meant to represent, personally I think all the kwami's covering a small (or large) range would make the most sense. Especially if this is supposed to be the most powerful box. I'm tempted to make a youtube video explaining all my picks, but its really late and I have class tommorow sooooo- lets just talk Trixx and move on.

Illusion doesn't quite feel on par with everything else in the big five, especially once the Bee was changed to Action instead of Subjugation. But I knew I wanted to keep Mirage. So Memory and Guile felt like it hit that nice midpoint. Guile has to do with intelligence and cunning, combined with the memory of the person being necessary to create an accurate copy of whatever/whomever it is.

Also, I have seen a lot of people say they think Miracle Cure removes all stakes and like- i don't really think that's true? Marinette and Adrien are still watching their loved ones get murder/enslaved/tortured/ whatever on the reg, thats plenty of motivation for them to try and minimize the damage already. Not to mention the victims allegedly REMEMBER DYING in most cases. And quite frankly no one in paris would still be alive if the miracle cure didn't exist. So glad cannon has now confirmed Chat Noir does have an equal power, one that might have saved a lot of people money on therapists if Plagg had bothered to tell him about it.

[beelearnsfinnish]

weekly recap: week 01 [30.12.24-05.01.25]

i decided to start doing weekly recaps as a way to keep myself accountable not only with language learning but with all my studying in general. So, peep my new rug and Pikku Myy cup, as well as the moomin calendar i got for christmas! let's see:

studying

Finnish

As I said in my last Finnish update, I hadn't been doing much this past weeks. I've restarted again, but I'm aware this two months are not gonna be the best, since I need to focus in all my tests happening in February. Still, I wanna try and find time for it everyday, even if its just couple minutes.

I'll add the tracker of what I did this week (only started counting the 1st tho) but yeah managed to get a session of active studying and one of writing besides my immersion. I'll continue my lessons next week so looking forward to that.

My degree

To be honest I don't normally have to spend much time with this. I only have three subjects this year, and since I'm studying online and have no classes I don't need to do much during the year. The only stressful times are when I have to turn in papers and exams. This being said, I do need to turn in papers next two weeks, and I have my midterms at the start of February, so I am indeed stressed :D

I started revising the content for one of the subject's paper, which is already something. I usually get decently good grades without much stress since its the second degree im doing in the topic and almost everything sounds familiar already, but last two papers with this teacher didn't go that well (imo bc of her way aka inexisting way of explaining the papers) so im kinda pissed off :D

I didn't need good grades in this degree since its kinda useless having already my previous one, but since there's the possibility of going in erasmus again i want good grades to hopefully get into the program again. Soo, this next weeks I gotta grind and start doing the papers as well as start working on the units.

Hygieniapassi test

New addition! Since my plan is to move to Finland hopefully this year (still don't know how or when but we're getting there) and getting a job of my area (media production) is impossible without experience anywhere, I'd need to get a regular no studies entry level job and I thought I could make things easier for myself and get it before the move. I'm going there late February, so thats my deadline!

Actually signed up today for the exam. I have been working on the material in the app for the past two weeks ish, I only have two courses left to copy into my notebook (I physically can't retain any info if I don't write it myself) so I'm hoping to finish them before my papers are due! I still have to work on a schedule so I have time for everything, but pretty happy so far.

life updates

work

Christmas rush is coming to an end, but we have an inventory coming soon, which means extra hours and extra stress. Not the most ideal thing with all the studying I have to do, but we'll survive i guess :'D

hobbies & social life

To be honest I don't have much time for hobbies these days, but that's something I wanna change. Went to see Nosferatu with a friend at the start of the week (loved it) and we have another 3 movies lined up for the next weeks (can you tell i love going to the cinema). Also planning couple meet ups with different friend groups, this doesn't happen often since couple of them we don't see eachother in months, but seems like everything's happening at the same time. Stressful, but happy to get to see them!! Also meeting with my bookclub, so gotta finish the book of the month at some point.

Also something I'm super excited about, booked my flights to Finland!! Already mentioned I was going in February but actually having the flights its a life changer when it comes to waiting. Can't wait to be back 😊

media update

📖: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue - V. E. Schwab

🎬: Nosferatu - 4 ⭐️

🎧: Nonbeliever - Lucy Dacus

[winterwandersland]

This is an idea that I am currently working with for another story. This isn't the complete chapter, but it's just the start of a currently running idea. This is completely unedited and when I finish it, it will be revised. Just trying to see the turnout of who may be interested.

Simon Riley x Black!Fem!Reader Call of Duty x Resident Evil x The Last of Us? x The 100? Word Count: 1.2k cw: none? After you and your unit were declared MIA two years before, Task Force 141 is assigned another mission, one that could help put a stop to the ongoing epidemic in the United States. Countries were suffering and the death toll was rising. Ghost can't help but to think about you, Mercy. That's what they called you. Given the name because of your wishful thinking and light that you gave to every soldier you worked with. As a soldier, you were supposed to kill, but you did everything you could to not have to follow that path. But when it came down to it, you made sure your targets didn't suffer. However, the mission that is supposed to save the world may now give evidence to your unit's last location and that the world may be at greater stakes than first assumed.

The day you disappeared was the day Simon Riley died. His return to the aircraft covered in blood instead of with someone to interrogate almost led to him getting stripped of his title of Lieutenant, nearly costing the team the mission. Luckily, Laswell tracked down another contender that could give them the information they needed.

Today was the two-year anniversary of you and your team’s disappearance. General Shepherd called a meeting with the 141, the last unit to see you and your team alive. You all were supposed to meet at the landing point, but your plane became a target of the enemy, so you all had to take a detour, letting the 141 know that your plane would be a little late to the party. But you all never showed up.

There was no plane. No bodies. Nothing.

The plane’s tracker was defective. It said you were there. At the landing point. But there was nobody there. No one could make sense of it. Not even Ghost.

Unbeknownst to the rest of the team, Simon and you had a deal. You both kept personal trackers on each other to always know where the other was at in case anything ever happened. He knew you’d never take it off. Not without letting him know.

He should have been able to track you. If the plane’s tracker couldn’t be found, yours should have. He should have been able to find you. If he found you, he’d find your team, but you were the most important. If anyone was found, it should have been you. He just hoped that wherever you were, that you were granted mercy.

“As you all know, today has officially marked two years since the disappearance of Unit Sceptre. I know that this may be a hard day for you all, and I hope that you all have found some peace over these last two years. But as you know, when there has been no trace or any leads of any persons, they have to be declared KIA. I hate-,” Shepherd started before being interrupted by a pissed off Lieutenant.

“This is bullshit!” Ghost yelled as he banged his hand on the desk, causing it to shake and startling the rest of the team. “They aren’t dead!”

Laswell was accompanying Shepherd for times like this. For times when she knew Shepherd wouldn’t be able to calm the Lieutenant. She motioned her hand at Ghost, letting him know to calm down. You were important to him. While you two never confirmed the relationship, the subtle change to the same home address told Price and Laswell all they needed to know.

“I know that this isn’t the news you all wanted to hear,” Laswell began, witnessing the huff and puff of the Lieutenant. Everyone else did their best to keep their composure, but they were hurting, too. You were the closest to the 141, but they still had meaningful relationships with the rest of your unit. Unit Sceptre was the only unit the 141 would always agree to work with. From the first day the two units worked together, there was instant chemistry. They were just as capable and were the only other unit that could actually keep up with the team.

Most of Unit Sceptre were former CIA and FBI units. Others were highly skilled Marines. You were the one of two Navy Seals. You and the other woman were the only women in the history of the United States ever to become Navy Seals. Graduating together and making headlines, you both were in the same cohort, ensuring your place in the history books. But now, you both made headlines for being declared missing, the only women SEALS now gone, but never forgotten.

“But we have done all we can to get a lead on where the plane landed or any whereabouts of the members. There is no trace of anything, not even a boot. We have had surrounding areas searched, but they have come up with nothing. I’m sorry, but you all know this is protocol,” Laswell continued as she sent a glare at Ghost.

“So what? We just stop looking for them?” Gaz asked.

“We have exhausted all options. There’s nothing else we can do. I’m sorry,” Laswell said. She could see the hurt in the team’s eyes. Unit Sceptre was no more. They’d go down in history and be forever in their hearts. Now, all they could do was mourn and learn to move on with their lives.

“With that being said, we have a mission for you all,” General Shepherd began. “As you all know, there’s been a viral outbreak that’s been affecting the States. Right now, we consider the situation to be under control. There’s a facility on an island that is housing CDC members who are looking for a cure for the virus. So far, they believe that what they have now could help treat the symptoms. They need you all to deliver it back to the states to be distributed,” Shepherd announced.

“Why does the CDC need a Special Forces team to receive an anti-virus?” Price asked?

“Because you all are the only ones they trust to not use the anti-virus on yourselves before distributing it to the public. It is also a classified mission. No one else knows about this facility. They abandoned the island many years ago and restricted access to only cleared personnel. It’s a simple mission. Nothing too much to handle, as I know this is a hard day for you all. You should be back on base within 96 hours. Wheels up in 20.”

Laswell accompanied the team on the fourteen hour long helicopter ride. Ghost stared out the window, watching them pass over the same seas and land that they had when you disappeared. There was still nothing there and if there was, it’d be long gone by now, at the bottom of the ocean or disintegrated into the sand or dirt. He felt helpless, but he never lost hope that you were still out there, somewhere, dead or alive. One day, even if it was twenty years from now, they would find something that would give him some sort of closure.

The only regret he had from that day was that he didn’t push hard enough to let you all fly in the same plane. There was more than enough room, but Shepherd insisted that it would be best to have two planes in case anything happened to another plane, they’d still have a way out.

He still kept his tracker on him, never taking it off for any mission. Perhaps in the future, he would receive a notification indicating that you were nearby. Maybe you’d see that he was near and you both would find each other again. Maybe your tracker would ping and it’d lead him to your remains to hold and finally say his last goodbyes.

TO BE CONTINUED

[dreaminginthedeepsouth]

Congressional Democratics need to be bolder, louder, and more disruptive!

March 4, 2025

Robert B. Hubbell

In a rational world that operates according to time-tested principles of economics and politics, the Trump-Musk rampage should generate negative consequences in the financial and electoral markets. In a rational world, politicians would heed negative feedback and modify their behavior accordingly.

Since there is no evidence to suggest that Trump or Musk are capable of modifying their behavior in response to any feedback, the more likely outcome is that voters will modify their behavior to punish the Republican Party for letting the hounds of hell loose on a booming American economy and a functional federal government.

Strong evidence suggests that the financial markets are preparing for a significant contraction in the economy, a.k.a., a “recession.” In GOP-speak, “recession” means “the end times are upon us.” Republicans spend their time out of power constantly claiming that booming Democratic economies are evidence that a recession is just around the corner. On the other hand, Republicans spend their time in power creating nearly instantaneous recessions—which is what Trump's cuts and tariffs appear to be doing. See Fortune Magazine, US economy has suddenly been thrown into reverse.

Per Fortune,

The Atlanta Fed’s GDP tracker now indicates that the economy is headed for a 1.5% contraction in the first quarter, after showing 2.3% growth just days earlier. That also marks a sharp reversal from the fourth quarter, when GDP expanded by 2.3%. Several economic indicators have been raising alarms as consumers and businesses brace for Trump tariffs and federal job cuts.

As Josh Marshall of Talking Points Memo explains in his editor’s blog entitled, Ominous Economic Data, the 1.5% contraction reference in the Fortune article is old news. The Fed has re-revised its projection downward to negative 2.8% growth for the quarter. Per Marshall,

The Atlanta Fed has again lowered its projection for first quarter 2025 GDP. It had been predicting growth of 2.3%. At the end of last week that was revised to 1.5% contraction and this morning they were again down-revised 2.8% contraction, or in other words 2.8% negative growth. To be clear these aren’t final or official stats. We’re only two-thirds of the way through the quarter. They are a prediction based on current indicators

The double-whammy downward revisions come on the eve of 25% sanctions on Canada and Mexico that will go into effect on March 4, 2025. See NYTimes, No last-minute deal for Canada and Mexico to avoid tariffs, Trump says.

Marshall notes that the downward pressure created by threatened tariffs is being exacerbated by “extreme economic uncertainty” depressing consumer confidence and purchasing behavior. Random, arbitrary job cuts that ripple through the economy tend to depress consumer confidence in their future prospects.

The attempt to slash government spending is so alarming to consumers that Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick says that the Trump administration will change the way it estimates GDP—by removing government spending! Candidly, I have no view on whether government spending should be included in the calculation of GDP. But I do know that changing how GDP is calculated to remove government spending as you are slashing government spending is like changing the scoring system in the middle of a baseball game. It stinks.

[I note that people who do know what they are talking about believe that government spending should be included in GDP. See Neil Irwin in Axios, Why government spending counts in GDP, as Trump admin mulls exclusion.]

As I write this edition of the newsletter on Monday evening in London, the S&P and Dow indices have fallen 500 and 600 points, respectively, for the day—the biggest loss this year. There is no hint that Trump will suddenly reverse course on dozens of economic policies to spur growth. Instead, it appears that Trump is hell-bent on turning the US economy into a kleptocracy like Russia.

For example, the US Treasury will end regulations that seek to prevent (or punish) US taxpayers who use shell companies to conceal taxable income. See ABC News, Treasury ends enforcement of database meant to stop shell company formation. Per ABC,

The U.S. Treasury Department announced it will not enforce a Biden-era small business rule intended to curb money laundering and shell company formation.

Trump is shutting down anti-money laundering regulations at the same time DOJ has announced that it will not enforce legislation that prohibits US businesses from engaging in foreign bribery.

Those worrisome actions must be viewed in the context of Trump's announcement that the United States will establish a cryptocurrency reserve—a move that will effectively grant government financial backing to cryptocurrencies that are (a) subject to wild volatility and (b) used to finance international criminal enterprises. The largest beneficiaries of a US crypto reserve will be current holders of cryptocurrencies (including Trump), many of whom are international criminals, tax cheats, assassins for hire, drug cartels, and smugglers.

Oh, perfect! Just the crowd that the US should legitimize by establishing a crypto reserve. See Reuters, Trump names cryptocurrencies in strategic reserve, sending prices up. The worst part is that the US will use taxpayer money to enrich criminals across the globe. I am not a crypto currency expert, but this move has disaster written all over it.

Finally, Republicans are realizing that their budget blueprint is a recipe for disaster in 2026. See Axios, Republicans fear their big budget win is actually a 2026 time bomb. The analysis in the Axios article is unsurprising to anyone with a television who has watched a recent Republican town hall. In 100% of those GOP town halls, the constituents are as mad as they have been in decades. And their ire is directed at GOP representatives who are allowing Trump and Musk to destroy the economy to extend a tax cut to billionaires and millionaires.

My point is not to suggest that Democrats can ease up because they have a lock on victory in 2026 and 2028. They do not. Rather, my point is to suggest that the laws of electoral and economic gravity still exist and are beginning to tug on the low-earth orbit of Musk’s ketamine high and Trump's teetering bouffant.

Millions of Americans are and will continue to suffer because of the reckless actions by Trump and Musk. Democrats must be smart and relentless in communicating the root causes of the suffering inflicted by Trump and Musk to voters who abandoned the Democratic ticket in 2024. If we can’t do that with the tragic motherlode of political riches that are being created every day, we do not deserve to win. We are up to the task, but we must be louder, bolder, and more creative in our approach.

“Shut down Tesla” protests are spreading across America

Musk has turned himself into the evil billionaire everyone loves to hate. That is a bad look when you sell cars based on the notion that they are modern, cool, and virtuous. No more. Protesters across America are making the point that Elon Musk is singularly responsible for eviscerating government programs and decimating the ranks of federal workers who help deliver services to the American people and ensure their health, safety, and security.

Jessica Craven of Chop Wood Carry Water describes her experience protesting a Tesla dealership in Westchester, CA. See Chop Wood, Carry Water 3/3 - by Jessica Craven.

Jessica includes a description of the effectiveness of the organic protests:

These protests are working, by the way. The AP reports that “as of Friday, [Tesla stock] has dropped 37% since Inauguration Day, a loss of $550 billion in investor wealth.” GOOD! If you haven’t yet attended a Tesla Takedown event please plan to. You can find one here. We can really, really hurt Musk by tanking this stock. Let’s do it!

In addition to the Tesla protests, brave souls in Vermont protested JD Vance’s ski vacation, during which he apparently intended to celebrate his destruction of the NATO alliance by abandoning Ukraine on live TV. Congrats to the Vermonters who did a great job disrupting Vance’s vacation—a move that undoubtedly punctured Vance’s smug, self-satisfied grin after disrespected a global hero.

Former NATO deputy commander says allies can no longer trust America

For anyone who believes I was hyperbolic in describing the effects of the Friday disgrace in the Oval Office, the former Navy deputy commander of NATO, General Richard Shirreff, said

I think we have to assume, after the events of the last 10 days, that we cannot in any way count on America as an ally.

That is exactly the result that Putin wanted—the dissolution of the NATO alliance by eroding the trust between the parties developed over 80 years of post-war cooperation.

And Trump is doubling down on his attack on Ukraine and cooperation with Russia. Trump is holding talks with senior advisors to discuss canceling military aid promised to Ukraine by the Biden administration but not yet delivered. And Trump has leaked to the press that he will not sign a minerals extraction agreement with Zelensky until the Ukrainian leader apologies to Trump on live TV. (Per Steve Doocy on Fox.)

Ominous silence from the Supreme Court

Chief Justice John Roberts granted an “administrative stay” last week, which allowed Trump to continue withholding USAID payments. The purpose of the stay was to allow the full court to consider Trump's request to stay the decisions of the lower courts that effectively compelled him to comply with the law. To state the obvious, it should not take long for the full Court to decide that the president must comply with congressional statutes that appropriate funds (as permitted by Article I of the Constitution).

The longer the delay in hearing from the Supreme Court, the more likely (I believe) it is that the Court will find a way to say that the president can withhold funds appropriated by Congress. That would be a disgrace equivalent to the decision granting Trump immunity from criminal prosecution.

Concluding Thoughts

[..]

Trump will address Congress on Tuesday. Although the speech is not an official State of the Union Address, it is customary for new presidents to address a joint session of Congress during the first months of a new administration.

Democrats need to be bold, loud, and creatively disruptive—up to and including a mass walk-out. The old rules do not apply and the sooner that Democrats internalize that fact the sooner we can get on with the serious business of using every lever to shut down Trump's unlawful rampage of destruction and betrayal. Let’s hope that our elected leaders rise to the challenge!

[Robert B. Hubbell Newsletter]

[phoenixplans]

Planner Setup 101: Making Your Planner Work for You

A Step-by-Step Guide to Boosting Organization and Efficiency

Your planner isn’t just a notebook with dates—it’s a tool for transforming chaos into clarity. But too often, we try to cram our lives into someone else's idea of “organized.” What if your planner actually worked for you, not the other way around?

Let’s walk through how to set up a planner that fits your life, your goals, and your rhythm. Whether you’re brand new to planning or looking to refresh your current system, this step-by-step guide will help you create a setup that’s both functional and empowering.

Step 1: Choose the Right Planner for You

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Ask yourself:

Do you prefer digital or paper?

Do you like daily breakdowns, weekly views, or monthly overviews?

Do you need portability, or do you keep your planner on your desk?

Don’t be afraid to experiment until you find the format that clicks. It should feel like an extension of your brain—not a burden.

Step 2: Define Your Planner’s Purpose

Be clear about why you’re using a planner. Is it to:

Track appointments and deadlines?

Manage projects or business tasks?

Build habits and routines?

Prioritize self-care and mental wellness?

All of the above?

Once you define the purpose, you can design your layout accordingly. This step prevents overwhelm and helps you stay focused.

Step 3: Create Your Core Sections

Every effective planner has key sections that reflect your priorities. Here are a few you might include:

Monthly Calendars: For long-term planning and key events

Weekly Spreads: For mapping out tasks and routines

Daily Pages: For detailed to-dos, time blocking, or journaling

Goals: Break big dreams into achievable steps

Habit Trackers: Build consistency, one day at a time

Notes/Ideas: Capture inspiration when it strikes

Only include what you’ll actually use. A bloated planner can quickly become a dusty one.

One of my daily spreads that helps me keep my day on track and aligned with my overall goals:

Step 4: Customize with Intention

This is where your planner truly becomes yours. Add:

Color coding or labels for quick reference

Stickers or washi tape if you’re creative (and motivated by visuals)

Tabs, bookmarks, or dashboards for easy navigation

Inserts or templates that reflect your lifestyle—like meal planning, finance tracking, or project management

Customization isn’t just for aesthetics—it boosts usability.

One of my favorite custom spreads:

Step 5: Set a Planning Routine

A planner only works if you use it. Set aside time regularly to:

Review your week every Sunday (or your reset day)

Check-in each morning to adjust tasks or priorities

Do a monthly reflection to reset your goals and intentions

This habit turns planning into a rhythm, not a chore.

Step 6: Give Yourself Permission to Adjust

Your life changes. So should your planner. Don’t be afraid to revise your layout, simplify sections, or even switch systems if something’s not working. Flexibility is the key to sustainability.

Final Thoughts

A well-set-up planner doesn’t just organize your time—it helps you own it. Whether you’re juggling multiple roles or simply trying to stay sane in a busy world, your planner should serve you.

Remember: It’s not about having the perfect planner. It’s about creating a space that supports your unique goals, pace, and priorities.

So take a deep breath, grab your favorite pen, and start building a system that lets you thrive.

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PS. Yesterday I released the Phoenix Burnout Buster and Mini Study Planner to my shop. Have you had a chance to peek yet? If not, take a look here: Printable & Digital Study Planner + Burnout Worksheet Bundle and let me know what you think!

[faintinggoatsyndrome]

Hi! 💗 here’s a tracker of how requesting a wheelchair from my 🇧🇪 goverment is going!! Will try to update lol.

For refrence: for diagnosis FND (non-epileptic seizures) so I can save energy and not have seizures consistently outside the house.

• Situations i use it:

- classes (1 day a week)

- long trips (bigger stores, shopping days, flea markets, conventions, theme parks, etc)

- to move me to a safe place during seizure

• The process so far:

1. Have GP fill in wheelchair perscription

— get rejected because though he agrees I should use one, I shouldn’t have one for free bcs I only use it for a % of time.

2. Ask Neurologist to fill in wheelchair perscripton

— (respectfully) fight w/ her for 30 minutes because I shouldn’t ‘give up’ mobility, and try treatment (in form of therapy; after 4 psych wards and currently consistent visits to psychologist & psychiatrist)

3. get wheelchair perscription from neurologist!!!!!! 🎉

4. Go to bandagist (mobility aid specialist) and go to wheelchair manufacturer to put in order

5. Get reeeeeejected! By the goverment!

— score of document was too low because it was filled in incorrectly

?. Give up for like a year and start using a secondhand wheelchair, notice how much freedom you have.

6. Email neurologist to refill in the document, adding the explanation of how to fill in the scores.

— (scores based on how you are during/post seizure, not just on a random tuesday)

7. Give document to a new bandagist

8. Bandagist asks for revision.

— though it was filled in, not every box was also crossed in lol

9. Ask for revision from Neurologist

10. Bandagist that document was filled in on the 2023 edition instead of 2024

— which!! You can only download the 2023 edition from the ✨official goverment website!!✨ it was never updated!!

11. Push back and ask them to take it up with the friggin goverment BRO

12. Say I’ll hear about making an appointment, but don’t hear anything.

13. Get called one morning asking if they can visit me in my house in an hOuR

14. Have consultation! Find out I need 1 more revision to the document to qualify for a possible power supply in the future.

— Find out I qualify for a ‘basic wheelchair’ that cannot be requested changes on, have to get revision to qualify and buy ‘modular wheelchair’ (means can have changes, but different from active wheelchair) only get 980 in goverment assistance for it (will have to pay 2200 euro extra) and then apply for power supply and hope I’ll get accepted after doctors consultation at a ‘specialized wheelchair team’.

15. Decide to go back to GP because asking Neurologist for a 4th time seems insane for that revision.

16. Get revision from GP! 🎉🎉

17. Find out I can’t just pay extra on top of goverment funding to afterwards request power supply!

18. Bandagist offers to change tactics and go all in; try to request a full active wheelchair (100% paid back; 100% harder to get)

19. Make appointment with ‘specialized wheelchair team’ (doctors I do not know) hoping a visit to them will get me the correct referral for this kind of wheelchair.

That’s where I am now; appointment is next week. I am terrified. We’ll see what happens! 💗

[cutekoala1001]

✨Commission sheet!✨ I can do humans and other things too, not just anthro. ✨🐨 Contact me at jewel-oa@hotmail.com if you’re interested, or DM me if you have any questions. My terms & conditions are under the cut:

Rules / Terms & Conditions:

🐨 Payment up front via PayPal.

🐨 Once I receive the full payment, I will start working on your commission.

🐨 I have the right to decline or cancel a commission for any reason.

🐨 Refunds are not accepted, unless:

I cancel a commission after receiving payment.

I do not finish the commission within the agreed upon time.

🐨 Please do not edit my work or remove the signature after receiving the commission.

🐨 Artwork is for personal use only and is not allowed for commercial use (for commercial commissions, please contact me for quote.)

Will do:

fan art (human, animal, anthro, etc.)

original characters

couples

real people

animals

backgrounds

graphic design

journaling layouts (see my #mood tracker tags)

will not do:

nsfw/kink

violence, gore

political art

anything I find offensive

* This being a “Sing” movie blog, I’m happy to draw the characters from the franchise! But because Buster Moon is a very special character to me, I’m picky about how I portray him. I’ll be happy to draw Buster for you but if I’m not comfortable with your request I will decline.

* For personal reasons I will not draw Klaus Kickenklober for anyone but @picapicamagpie ! (I’m happy to reserve him exclusively for her 🐵🐦)

The process... *note: if you cancel during the process, I will only refund the parts of the process that I haven't done yet. If you want a revision starting from the WIP sketch phase, I will make up to 3 revisions before charging extra.

🐨 If you are interested, please email me with a description of your request, including the pose you want and reference photos (required)! If accepted I will ask for full payment to be made via PayPal (only.) I will then begin working on your commission.

🐨 Thumbnails: I may send a couple of thumbnails and ask you to choose which one you like.

🐨 WIP sketch: I will then send you a heavily watermarked wip sketch for your approval.

🐨 Line art begins: Once you've approved of the wip sketch and I begin the line art, I cannot go back to the sketch phase. Once line art and flat colours are done I will send you another wip for your approval. This is where you can confirm any other details like mood, lighting, textures etc. before finishing.

🐨 Finally, I'll send you the finished fully-rendered piece in PNG and JPEG. Any additional changes you would want from this point will be charged extra.

(Depending on how complicated the commission is, the entire process shouldn't take any longer than 2-3 weeks. Let me know if you need it rushed!)

[megumi-fm]

this week on megumi.fm ▸ media analysis brainrot

📋 Tasks

💻 Internship ↳ setup Linux system on alternate drive (this took me wayy more time than i anticipated) ✅ ↳ install yet more dependencies ✅ ↳ read up on protein folding and families + CATH and SCOP classifications ✅ ↳ download protein structure repositories ✅ ↳ run protein modeller pipeline ✅ ↳ read papers [3/3] ✅ ↳ set up a literature review tracker ✅ ↳ code for a program to parse PDB files to obtain protein seq ✅ 🎓 Uni Final Project our manuscript got a conditional acceptance!! ↳ revise and update manuscript and images according to changes mentioned ✅ 🩺 Radiomics Projects ↳ feature extraction from radiomics data using variance-based analysis ✅ ↳ setup LASSO regression (errors? look into this) 📧 Application-related ↳ collect internship experience letter ✅ ↳ collect degree transcripts ✅ ↳ request for referee report from my prof ✅

📅 Daily-s

🛌 consistent sleep [6/7] (binge watched too much TV and forgot about bed time booo) 💧 good water intake [5/7] (need to start carrying a bottle to work) 👟 exercise [4/7] (I really need to find time between work to move around)

Fun Stuff this week

🧁 met up with my bestfriends! we collected the mugs we painted last year and gifted them to each other! we also surprised one of our besties by showing up at her place. had waffles too ^=^ 📘 met up with another close friend for dinner! hung out at a bookshop after <3 🎮back at game videos: watched this critique on a time loop game called 12 minutes //then i switched up and got super obsessed with this game called The Beginner's Guide. I watched a video analysis on it, then went on to watch the entire gameplay, then read an article on the game's concept and what it means to analyze art and yeah. wow. after which I finally started playing the game with my best friend!! 📺 ongoing: Marry my Husband, Cherry Magic Th, Last Twilight 📺 binged: Taikan Yoho (aka My Personal Weatherman), Hometown Cha Cha Cha 📹 Horror Storytelling in the internet era

📻 This week's soundtrack

so. the Taikan Yoho brainrot was followed by me listening entirely to songs that evoked similar emotions to watching the main couple. personal fav emotions include a love that feels like you could die, a love that feels like losing yourself, a love that makes you feel like you could disappear, a love asking to be held, a love that reminds you that you're not alone, and a love that feels like a promise <3

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[Jan 15 to 21; week 3/52 || I am having a blast at work ♡ I feel like I'm really learning and checking out a lot of cool stuff. That being said, I think I'm slacking when it comes to my daily routines in regards to my health. and I'm spending wayy too much time chained to my desk. maybe I'll request for an option to work from home so that I can cut on time taken on commute and spend that time exercising or walking

also. my obsession with tv shows is getting a bit. out of hand I think. not that it's particularly an issue? but I think I should switch back to my unread pile of books (or resume magpod) instead of spending my evenings on ki**a*ian. this could be unhealthy for my eyes in the long run, considering my work also involves staring at a screen all day. let's see.]

[divinedomesticity]

The Power of Lists: How They Transform Everyday Homemaking

Are you juggling multiple tasks and responsibilities as a homemaker? There are many benefits to creating lists and they can streamline your daily routines, boost productivity, and bring a sense of order and accomplishment to your homemaking journey.

Why Lists Matter

Lists serve as invaluable tools for organizing tasks, setting priorities, and staying focused amidst the demands of homemaking. By putting pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard), you can:

Clarify Priorities: Lists help you identify and prioritize essential tasks, ensuring that important responsibilities are addressed promptly.

Stay Organized: Writing down appointments, errands, and to-dos keeps important information accessible and prevents things from slipping through the cracks.

Reduce Stress: Lists alleviate mental clutter and provide a sense of control over your day, reducing overwhelm and anxiety.

Track Progress: Crossing items off your list provides a tangible sense of accomplishment and motivates you to keep moving forward.

Types of Lists for Homemakers

Daily To-Do List: Start each day by jotting down the top three priorities or tasks you want to accomplish. This focused approach ensures that key responsibilities are addressed, even on busy days.

Weekly Meal Plan: Plan your meals for the week ahead, making grocery shopping and meal preparation more efficient and budget-friendly.

Appointment Tracker: Keep track of upcoming appointments, school activities, and social engagements to avoid scheduling conflicts.

Errands and Shopping List: Compile a list of errands and needed groceries to streamline shopping trips and save time.

Tips for Creating Effective Lists

Keep It Manageable: Focus on realistic goals and avoid overwhelming yourself with an extensive list of tasks.

Prioritize: Identify the most critical tasks and tackle them first to ensure essential responsibilities are addressed.

Be Specific: Clearly define each task or item on your list to avoid confusion and ensure clarity.

Review and Revise: Regularly review and update your lists to adapt to changing priorities and circumstances.

Embrace the Power of Lists

Whether you prefer pen and paper or digital apps, incorporating lists into your homemaking routine can be a game-changer. By harnessing the power of lists, you'll enhance productivity, reduce stress, and reclaim valuable time for the things that matter most.

Are you ready to transform your homemaking journey with the simple act of list-making? Embrace this powerful tool and discover how it revolutionizes your approach to everyday tasks and responsibilities.

Here's to a more organized, efficient, and joyful homemaking experience!

With purposeful planning,

Kimmi

[unlirise]

🖋️ 240527 • mon

i wanted to start off this week with something productive. ive already gotten into a rough start by waking up late. i should be stricter with myself so that i can get things done on time. a week of productivity should not be followed by a week of the opposite. especially when it's easy to get carried away by relaxation and other leisurely activities.

to start it off, i did some journaling and decided to put a bit more effort into its layout and composition. later when i get back from my haircut, i'm hoping to make even more progress on my thesis.

ik ive been saying this over and over, maybe i should have a visual tracker so that i can see how much it's moving as well as to actually motivate me to finish it off. the revisions are done but because of the changes in my methodology i might have to make changes to the instrument. these are taking quite some time... especially since i'm doing this thesis solo and research isn't exactly my strongest suit.

rant ahead if you want to keep reading

i'm kinda excited to get my haircut, though. i wish i could say i was very excited but i can't enjoy it because of how controlling my parents are abt it.

not to trauma dump on the internet but it's my blog so here goes. my parents are kinda being dumb about me wanting to cut my hair. i initially wanted a bixie cut that was similar to winona ryder's. when i asked my mom (yes, i have to ask permission to cut my hair bc i'm not paying for it and i'm using their money for it), she was quick to make it all about my sexuality (i'm pan). she even ranted to my grandma about it. so i'm getting a layered bob cut instead, but my parents are adamant that i go to this family friend hairdresser so that he can advise me (?) on how to cut and maintain it (??) so that it looks good on the graduation pictures (???????). that threw me off bc the reasons why i want to cut my hair are:

it's flipping hot, my guy, the humidity isn't giving my hair gets so brittle and dry. ik i can just tie my hair up but sometimes i don't want to bc i need it to breathe. but i don't want to have to feel my hair act as a towel, collecting my nape sweat.

i never liked having long hair. it's too much work for me. the constant hair brushing, the longer showers, the long hair drying, and the long strands getting everywhere? i've never been able to properly take care of long hair. i prefer shorter hair bc it's easier to maintain and easier to style. and personally, i think it suits me so much more.

but my parents want me to keep my hair long for a bunch of graduation pictures that i won't even be taking right now since i'm not graduating this year.

and my mom? i don't understand but ever since i came out as pan to her, she never truly made steps to understand what that means. ugh, idk. might make a long post abt this sometime in the future.

[sh5]

okay, so, as practice in revision (and also for funsies), I heavily revised/rewrote a fanfic I wrote 4 years ago, and I’m wondering if I should post it to AO3

further context: it used to be 5.1k words, now it’s 8k, included added scenes and some major dialogue reworks. I also edited on a smaller craft level, changing sentence structures and vocabulary to be more appropriate/more enjoyable to read/grammatically correct (lol). an online plagiarism tracker states that about 11% of it is “identical”, about 20% is “minor changes”, and about 16% is “paraphrased”. (meaning, about 47% is completely new)

I can’t find anything official on the AO3 TOS about ‘rewrites’ besides possibly qualifying as spam. however, considering how much of it is new and how long it’s been since the original was posted, I don’t think that’s applicable

so, I’m turning to tumblr for opinions as to the etiquette

[gemmahale]

I've been tinkering with TrackBear for the better part of today (hey, I needed something to do and work wasn't cutting it).

It's a website created by someone's partner so they could track their progress with their writing progress - think Excel meets...a website interface. 😅 (Super duper adorable premise btw.)

It's a little clunky, and there's aspects I personally would change, but for a little progress tracker, it's pretty solid!

I like that I can have all my WIPs in there, and mark their status - drafting, revising, complete, etc. I like that it aggregates everything. I like that I can just tack in sprints that I do with friends and it updates. There are goals (I could set goals I'm just...not motivated in that way atm.)

It also tells me that uh... I've written over 100k words in the last year-ish. (Feylands was one of my first WIPs, and it was created in October 2023, so we're just over a year now, holy shit.)

Too bad I've shared like...a tenth of that with y'all. 😅 It's a process, okay?

Anyway, if you're ever curious about what I've made progress on, or how much, you can see my profile here. (Right now, most of that is from the last year with "starting" dates, but maybe I'll do a monthly recap or something. Do y'all care? Do I care? Tbd tbh.)

If I ever make a writer's discord, I might do a leaderboard there? Maybe?

Anyway, data for data's sake is fun. 100K words is a lot in a year. That's all.