Forget me not flowers symbolize lasting affection, loyalty, and memories that transcend time. Whether gifted between loved ones, they carry a universal message “You are remembered, always.”
"You know your f/o isn't real, right?"
Well, obviously. It doesn't mean I love them any less. I don't need something to be a real, living, breathing concept to love it. People love music, books, videos, too. Those aren't real. So, no, I don't care that they aren't real. That's actually part of the point for me.
Imagine cuddling with your romantic f/o before you two began dating and having weird romantic tension already. For some reason it feels SUPER. NICE. And you really want to confess your love to them already. But you just don't really know how to do so yet
I finally beat the last part of the Latte Art mini game for once only bc I for some reason recognized this as Briar immediately (it's the eyes probably idk but she also has the same eyes as Skips so idk how it's easy for me to tell it's her and not Skips)
Date Everything characters with a player who has selective mutism Part 7
It's been a while, sorry for the hiatus, I didn't forget about this blog, promise! Writers block is a heck of a thing, but I'm back now and glad of the reminder of how comforting writing this series is. So Here! Eat up!
Coaches you on meeting new people and holding conversations, it's kind of his forte after all.
Incredibly patient, not even expecting you to speak at first. He takes his time with you, slowly coaxing you into using your voice more.
Hey, you're a great listener! That's an excellent quality to have. Now you just gotta build the courage to put yourself out there. Get involved.
No judgement, only a warm smile and smooth encouragement as you gradually grow your confidence (around him at least).
Doesn't rush you into learning pick up tactics: he can see that you're initially more focused on making friends. Perfect! He loves that!
So much constructive feedback and praise at the end of every conversation you have with him. Whether you speak out loud or use some other form of communication, he'll be pleased either way (communication is communication)
Genuinely proud and excited when you ask him questions, keeping the conversation flowing on your own. It means a lot to him that you're taking his advice to heart and pushing yourself to improve.
He loves deep and introspective conversation. So when you finally open up to him about why you're so quiet, he feels he's unlocked something meaningful.
You're met with acceptance and a deep respect for the fact that you aren't just settling in the silence, you're actively trying to overcome it.
He's also honored that you chose to turn to him for guidance. Although there is a part of him that feels like a hypocrite. After giving so much advice about connecting with others, it took this for him to realize he'd been too distracted trying to impress you to actually find out anything about who you are inside.
After that, he dedicates himself to truly getting to know you beyond the barriers you'd put up.
When you interact with others around the house he might not always speak for you (unless you really don't feel up to it), but he will cheer you on from the sidelines.
He believes in you and knows that you won't improve if someone else does the work for you.
Fantina
Oh. My. God. You have no idea how much it means to have your silence directed towards her!
Don't worry about explaining yourself, she already knows everything. You don't need to be anxious around her, promise.
Look, she even has a special personalized notepad in preparation for this exact scenario. It's your favorite color and everything! She would be honored if you'd use it to talk to her. If you do it becomes her prized possession. (And don't even get me started on what happens if you actually speak to her).
Over time her obsessiveness becomes clear and you decide it's time to set boundaries.
Easier said than done. Confrontation is one of your worst nightmares and your inability to speak up for yourself has already let this go on for too long.
You write her a letter expressing your concerns and hand it to her at the end of a fan club meeting.
At first she's conflicted. She's been nothing but accommodating and understanding of you, are you really taking that for granted?
Conversely, she knows how scary things like this can be for you and recognizes the courage it took for you to approach her with your honest feelings.
She decides to take your words into consideration.
It takes some time, and a lot of introspection on both sides, but eventually you find a happy medium for your relationship.
You encourage her to speak to you about herself; you've always preferred listening over talking.
She discovers a whole new appreciation for you as a real person and not just a concept of one.
Becomes your cheerleader in all social situations, you've never known support like that which she offers.
She celebrates you at the end of every conversation. Every word you say is an achievement in her eyes.
And you make sure to give her due praise too, after all you couldn't do it without her by your side.
Rainey
Don't worry your sweet little head about a thing. Just listen to the music play, feel the rhythm in your bones and let your body do the talking.
And don't be scared about looking silly either: it's just you two here, no ones watching. Besides, silly is her favorite flavor. A little bit of silly never hurt nobody.
She's a bit of a chatterbox and appreciates having someone who'll listen without judgement.
Loves the way you giggle when she drags you up to dance with her. That little hint of your voice makes her feel warm inside.
There's a lack of judgement in your relationship that makes everything easier when you're together.
Whether you feel like speaking, writing, or just quietly listening, your presence is always welcome.
The fact that you stick around despite her loose screws, and despite your own mental struggles means a lot. You show her understanding, and offer assistance without being patronizing or treating her like she's broken. She wants to do the same for you.
Builds you up whenever you speak to her, and others. You know you'll always have someone on your side as long as she's around.
She's a bit protective of you, having experienced how judgmental others can be when someone's different from them.
Not afraid to speak up for you if something makes you uncomfortable, and has no qualms removing you from situations if she notices you getting overwhelmed.
You make her feel steady, even if you get her heart racing, and that's an incredibly valuable thing.
Bathsheba
She strikes me as the type of extrovert who adopts introverts. Maybe at first it's to boost her ego, but over time she develops a genuine fondness for you.
Treats you a bit like a project (it's very much an Elphaba/Glinda situation).
It takes her a while to understand how you're able to have such an impact on everyone around the house without even talking. How does one command attention and adoration without raising their voice?
She makes it seem that she's the one helping you get out there and make friends, when really it's the other way around. She's just using your own advice to kickstart interactions and then pulling you into the fray.
Introduces you to all of her new 'friends' and gets a real kick out of it when you actually speak up around them. She believes it's all thanks to her; you don't have it in you to tell her you know all these people/objects already.
Loves the sound of her own voice, which makes her another excellent addition to the 'yapper x listener dynamic' club.
She lives for gossip, even more so when she's the one who gets to share it. Especially to such an attentive listener. She has an abundance of opinions that just have to be heard, so your audience is valuable.
If you ever start feeling overwhelmed and need to wind down away from everyone else, there's no better escape than a warm bath with your favorite princess. She's a big advocate for self care, so she will pamper you like royalty (as long as you return the favor).
Has a hard time shutting up, and understands that you might need to be alone on occasion. She'll pout about it, but will give you space when you ask. But she will expect double the attention next time you meet.
Phoenicia
Don’t worry about it honey, Phoenicia’s got your back.
She's a chatterbox and appreciates an active listener who doesn't interrupt, and hey, talking is overrated anyway! Texting is a far superior way of chatting.
Makes you feel so secure and taken care of.
Has no shortage of self improvement and mental heath advice, and is always happy to help out a friend in need. And the way she smiles at you, without judgement or expectation makes her feel super approachable.
Coaches you in self confidence and gets genuinely excited when she sees you actively put her advice into practice.
Loves the way you flush when you try to respond to her out loud, she finds you adorable and is beyond happy that you feel comfortable enough to speak to her.
Phoenicia's a social butterfly so there's no doubt she will go out of her way to help you make friends.
When she overheats her snappiness might rattle you a little bit, but once she's better she'll apologize and make sure you know she wasn't mad at you. She understands that you might need reassurance in these situations and never wants you to feel insecure around her.
Once you help her realize it's okay to take a break from the screen and focus on herself every once in a while, she discovers an appreciation for just sitting in silence with you and enjoying the moment.
You find peace in each others company during these moments, who knew you'd be so well suited to each other?
Prissy
She's so sweet, it doesn't matter to her at all.
To her, you are wonderful: you listen to her, you smile at her, you keep coming back to help her achieve her dream, and you're just so nice! Why would it matter to her that you don't speak? Her little bird friend doesn't speak and they're great!
In all honesty, she really appreciates your company. It gets pretty lonely in the attic, and even if you don't vocalize it at first, your actions show how deeply you believe in her (she's needed that more than she cares to admit).
Once she becomes real, she takes it upon herself to help you blossom the way she has.
Every time you speak to her she hugs you like it's the first time: she can't help it. Hearing your voice is such a gift!
As you do grow more comfortable speaking around her, it never gets less special. She's been with you through every step of your journey, just as you were for her, and she's witnessed your growth; that's something she will never take for granted.
Knows all the coziest spots in the house, where the sun hits just right, for when you need some quiet time.
She radiates tranquility, so you never feel unsafe with her by your side.
Skips
He gets it. Trust me, he does.
Though you'd never guess it from your initial meeting with xxXShadowl0rd420Xxx.
He has a talent for twisting things into being badass and edgy, and your quietness is no exception. It fits his idea of a dark ally perfectly - mysterious (and rather cute if you don't mind him saying).
If you prefer to speak through writing he's all for it, as long as you don't mind writing in the dark...
It's even more fun if you use 'the hanged man' to communicate.
It becomes a fun routine: him asking questions and then guessing for your answer. Then him figuring out your question and answering with enthusiasm.
He'll admit, the way you smile when he gets it right is frankly adorable, and the cheeky way you giggle when he is mistaken makes a part of him want to get it wrong on purpose (he won't though, can't risk that winning streak).
You find it's so much easier to talk when it's gamified. Soon enough you find yourself cracking jokes, even flirting in those rarer, bolder moments.
Spending time with him in the shadows is a welcome respite from the commotion that's overtaken your life ever since receiving the dateviators. And while his company is intimidating at first glance, you come to find him oddly charming.
When he reveals his true self, it takes a second for you to adjust. It's almost like meeting a new person, and you feel anxious all over again.
He feels guilty. Who wouldn't? You already have enough trouble interacting with and trusting others without a massive curveball like this shaking things up.
But you meet his apologies with a shake of the head and a soft reassurance that you still like him. Telling him that while you were helping him gain his armaments, it felt a bit like he was doing the same for you.
You connect deeply over your shared feelings of loneliness.
When he invites you to become a shadow with him the offer is tempting, after all shadows don't have the social pressures humans do.
And then it doesn't work... and then he gets frustrated.
You feel your heart break, and there's nothing you can say or do before he shuts you out.
But you can't help but understand his reaction: he's scared and alone, just like you've been for so long.
So you build up your courage and return, and for the first time since meeting you have a fully vocal conversation.
It feels good for both of you to clear the air and start again. By the end of the conversation he's awestruck - it kind of hits him all at once how significant that conversation was (he's thankful that you can't see the tears in his eyes through the dark).
From then on, the two of you are like two peas in a pod. You're each others' safe person.
When you're overstimulated there's always a space in the shadows for you to hide from the world. And a loving companion there to sit by your side until he's sure you feel better.
I've been gone a while, but my love for these characters still lives on. Hopefully the wait between now and part 8 won't be so long. So far, the characters I intend to write for next are: Tony, Lady Memoria, and Kopi. If you have any requests for characters I haven't done yet, please let me know. xxx
i saw someone saying on twitter about a woman who said that her boyfriend was so nervous when propose her that he forgot everything and ended up just getting on his knees saying “please”.
i hope every writer who reads this makes the best of it
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