#update 5

[itsmoyo]

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The Ruler pulling up to Frosted Heights this morning and seeing the flowers are different colors again

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Loch Update -> Need Assistance with Medication refill and copay

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[saviorinsilk]

Update #5

Yesterday I had a medical appointment about my joints, one that I have been waiting FOREVER for. It was supposed to be in april but then covid hit and it got cancelled. It went well and thankfully I have been referred to another specialist and will be getting genetic testing to try and find out why my body is such a mess. What we learnt was that I have very very small kneecaps which is why the move around freely. She told me that no amount of strengthening my leg muscle will stop my knees from dislocating (both the knee cap and my actual knee joint (which is rare)). I have a very extreme case of hypermobile joint disorder. She said she had seen a few patients with it, but never anyone as extreme as me. Although I already knew this (because I live with daily subluxations and dislocations) it was extremely validating to finally, after 10 years to finally have a doctor look at me and say “There is something very wrong here.” 

This being said, I had a good cry with Roselle last night. Don’t get me wrong, I am absolutely LOVE my life. It’s a fairy tale to me. I’m 22, married to my soulmate, living in the forest and pursuing my writing dream. But looking at a future always needing my cane and wheelchair, is a daunting one. I’ll never be able to run in the fields with my children or help with any physical work. I started spiraling and that’s when Roselle took my face in her hands and whispered to me, 

“Shh it’s ok. You’re my Venable. The first picture I ever saw of you, wasn’t even your face it was your outfit and your cane and I knew I was in love. You truly are my Venable.” 

Well if that didn’t make me ball. But she’s right. My physical disability will only hold me back if I let it. 

Wilhemina Venable didn’t let her disability stop her from being a confident, strong woman who commands everyone attention the moment she enters a room. That’s who I want to be. A woman who takes what she wants and doesn’t answer to anyone. 

One another note I have been struggling with my writing style as well as my identity as an author. I started to get worried that I wouldn’t be taken as seriously because of the genera that I write. I want to be on talk shows and have book signings but will that ever happen if I write erotica? My biggest fear? That Sarah would think my writing was grotesque and nasty.  So I started to try and force myself to write non erotica like the other authors on here, but all that did is make me stress and then feel horrible because I can’t get people’s requests written because I do not enjoy writing it. 

I have come to the realization that all these reasons I give myself for not writing erotica is just a way for my alters (or my subconscious) trying to protect my from peoples negative opinions. Whether or not Sarah would like my writing really doesn’t matter because she probably will never read my work, even if I am a well known author. I love writing about sex because it is the one thing that makes me feel normal. Orgasms take my consent pain away for a few blissful moments. Sex has helped me heal emotionally and given me the ability to see my life through rose coloured glasses, because when your life is filled with consent pain you have to find the beauty in each and every moment. So that’s what I’m going to write. 

That is my lesson for today darlings. Never take anything for granted, get lost in the moment and make memories that will help you through the dark times. Live the life you dream about, not one driven by what you think others expect of you.

Love, Ms. Lana

[darkestwolfx]

Update #5 🐘🦏

Okay, so this isn’t much of an update really, unfortunately, but it was too big to go as a little note at before one of the Reviews.

So, I’ll start with TAG related matters, because little has changed from Update #4 I’m afraid, due to last week being very interrupted from what was planned. So I am still working on some fanfictions, and I will try to get some of them up, but I’m trying to get this weeks installments of the Re-Review Series (I know I’m playing catch up) written up and scheduled because I could still - in fact, likely will still have many disruptions from what my work schedule is meant to be.

But yes, be reassured that fanfictions will be on the way and the Re-Review Series will continue you, but with a possible delay.

Switching to real life - so, as you saw, my regular updates of the Re-Review Series went a bit off schedule last week.

Unfortunately, one of my colleagues was seriously injured in an incident which I am not going into here because it’s not pleasant, and also because I don’t really feel like throwing it over the internet - I’m just explaining my absence. Since we’re all in different places around the world at the moment, we’ve been relying on zoom calls to find out how he is and get all the legal and medical teams involved and it’s been a bit of a run around really - and still is.

But as a result of it, I would like to deliver another small message based on my work. So, if you have the inclination right now, or are in a financially stable position (because I understand many people aren’t, and I know I’m lucky to still be able to work and be paid so I’m not saying bankrupt yourselves by any means) to donate to charities and wildlife parks, please do. During these current lockdown restrictions, poachers have been taking full advantage, which subsequently led to our situation as a team last week. They are going after rhinos and elephants in particular at the moment, as there are reduced teams working to stop them.

Animals in poorer parts of the world which would usually be protected are being left to fend for themselves. In some places, they are being thrown out of their nature reserves because there is not the money to keep them. Safari parks - whilst still not a perfect way to keep animals, but better than alternatives - rely strongly on people paying to be driven around them and buying gifts in the stores. As they have been closed, the same amount of funds haven’t been coming in. If anyone is worried about scams and not knowing where to look, message me and I can get you official links. If anyone wants to know about other ways they might be able to help - that don’t involve money - message me and I can find you resources, or if you just want to express your own feelings, you’re welcome to do so. Likewise, if I’ve made you curious and you want to ask more about this story, you can message and I will answer what I can.

There is a picture this week as well. This week, it’s not an animal I study, but one of my colleagues areas of research - in honour of him whilst he is off his feet. This is a Sumatran Rhino, native to Asia, and unfortunately extinct in many areas of the continent already. Sadly, despite constant attempts, if we continue as we are (and don’t get lucky with gender) these beautiful creatures will probably be gone by 2060 or soon after.

Sorry, it’s short, but I’m focussing on getting everything else out to you right now. If I don’t reply to many comments on posts this week, then be reassured that I will read them and get back to you when time allows :)

[firesong-writes69]

NaNo Update #5 - Day 22

Word Count: 30,120 / 50,000 !!!! 

Chapter(s) Completed: 16/27 

Feelings so far: Really accomplished. At this point, I’ve laughed-out-loud by what my characters have said or because of their antics so many times. They’re fun, and quirky, just a bunch of idiots trying to save the world and it’s great getting to know them. 

Song Listened To: Nothing in particular, just some soothing Lofi hip hop beats with no lyrics to help me focus on writing. I tend to get a lot of writing done in one sitting that way. 

Best Line/Excerpt (Not Edited - ch. 15): 

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Update #5

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[imthegreenfairy86]

Ok so help!!! Someone needs to tell me!!

Spoilers below the cut

With update 5 on BG3 if you complete the game with Astarion you get a cutscene with him and you/Tav???? He doesn't just run away???

Is this true?????

I'm currently on my second playthrough and I am in Balder's Gate so... I have some gameplay to go before I get to the end again but I need to know!!!!