Yuletide Letter posted
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Bloody Jack Adventures - L. A. Meyer, The Expanse - James S. A. Corey, Galavant, Rivers of London - Aaronovitch, Slow Horses (TV)
I am contemplating cross-listing The Expanse TV and Slough House the books, as I have also experienced those. Thoughts, anyone in either set of fandoms?
I am contemplating cross-listing The Expanse TV and Slough House the books, as I have also experienced those. Thoughts, anyone in either set of fandoms?
visions i vandalize
Oct. 17th, 2025 05:55 pmmusesfool
runpunkrun mentioned that there is now a graphic novel of The Raven Boys, which ignited in me a fierce urge to reread the series, so I've started that, and I still love it (♥BLUE♥! ♥RONAN♥! #the same impossible stuff), but I also kind of wish now that I didn't read the Dreamer trilogy (or that Stiefvater had written it differently), since it kind of recontextualizes (and potentially retcons) some stuff that I don't think really needed it.*
The Diplomat Season 3
Oct. 17th, 2025 12:05 pmalethia
I realized I should put this here. Overall, this season was fine, better than the last because it wasn't so rushed. But for me all of that was overshadowed by the absolute bullshit that was the Kate and Dennison storyline. My annoyance - and a theory! - under the cut:
( The Diplomat Season 3 )
But Janney, Whitford, and Russell were all good, so ya know. Ymmv. (I do like that I can use this TWW icon again. CJ, my beloved!)
( The Diplomat Season 3 )
But Janney, Whitford, and Russell were all good, so ya know. Ymmv. (I do like that I can use this TWW icon again. CJ, my beloved!)
here's what took place moments ago
Oct. 16th, 2025 08:35 pmmusesfool
The Rangers haven't scored in almost 8 periods (if this 2nd period in Toronto ends without them scoring in 2 minutes, it will actually be 8 periods) - and it's not even like they've been shut out by top tier goalies! - but Chris Kreider has 5 points in 3 games so far for Anaheim. They definitely sent the wrong Chris away over the summer. Sigh.
[eta] A goal! For the Rangers! Huzzah!
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[eta] A goal! For the Rangers! Huzzah!
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he was gonna have to be in the middle of it
Oct. 13th, 2025 07:24 pmmusesfool
I made a version of this garlic and bread soup (WAPO gift link), substituting oregano and rosemary for the paprikas because 1. that is my preferred flavor profile, and 2. I only had smoked paprika (I would swear I had sweet paprika also, but if so, I couldn't find it). I also used the whole eggs instead of just the whites, and I did it sequentially all in one pot instead of using both a skillet and a stockpot because 1. my stovetop is smaller than a regular stove, and 2. fewer things to wash afterwards. Anyway, I definitely recommend it if you like garlic and soup. The croutons are excellent and the soup is delicious and I have enough for 3 more meals now.
I made spaghetti and meatballs for dinner yesterday, so I also have some sauce and meatballs leftover, which is another couple meals. I also baked some oatmeal cookies.
I was off today for Indigenous People's Day, and I took tomorrow as PTO, so I've enjoyed being cozy during all this rain.
Yesterday, as I sat in my west-facing living room, I was like, is this nor'easter even happening? It seemed like it was just raining on and off. And then I went into my east-facing bedroom and oh yeah, there was the wind, howling and whipping around. Anyway, I think it's mostly over now? Though I guess it might rain for the rest of the night.
I haven't really had any side effects from the double vax on Friday except my arm was stupidly sore and itchy, and my left-side lymph nodes are a little swollen, which always happens (I got both shots in my left arm). *hands*
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I made spaghetti and meatballs for dinner yesterday, so I also have some sauce and meatballs leftover, which is another couple meals. I also baked some oatmeal cookies.
I was off today for Indigenous People's Day, and I took tomorrow as PTO, so I've enjoyed being cozy during all this rain.
Yesterday, as I sat in my west-facing living room, I was like, is this nor'easter even happening? It seemed like it was just raining on and off. And then I went into my east-facing bedroom and oh yeah, there was the wind, howling and whipping around. Anyway, I think it's mostly over now? Though I guess it might rain for the rest of the night.
I haven't really had any side effects from the double vax on Friday except my arm was stupidly sore and itchy, and my left-side lymph nodes are a little swollen, which always happens (I got both shots in my left arm). *hands*
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Dear Yuletide 2025 Author
Oct. 13th, 2025 11:09 amthefourthvineDear Yuletide Writer,
Hi!
I am going to provide you with all the details I can, because that is who I am as a person. Thank you so, so much for writing in one of these fandoms. See you on the 25th!
( Likes/DNWs and General Stuff )
( Between Silk and Cyanide -- Leo Marks, Leo Marks, Forest Yeo-Thomas )
( blink-182 )
( Blue Prince, Worldbuildling, Simon P. Jones )
( Nomads, Eileen Flax, Veronique Pommier )
Hi!
I am going to provide you with all the details I can, because that is who I am as a person. Thank you so, so much for writing in one of these fandoms. See you on the 25th!
( Likes/DNWs and General Stuff )
( Between Silk and Cyanide -- Leo Marks, Leo Marks, Forest Yeo-Thomas )
( blink-182 )
( Blue Prince, Worldbuildling, Simon P. Jones )
( Nomads, Eileen Flax, Veronique Pommier )
amalthiaIt's been many months since I've posted recs and I realized I had over 40 Untamed fic recs. To keep the list more manageable I cut it in half and will post the next half next weekend.
( The Untamed )
( Star Wars )
( Heaven Official's Blessing )
( Harry Potter )
( DCU )
( The Scum Villain's Self-Saving System )
( Vids )
( The Untamed )
( Star Wars )
( Heaven Official's Blessing )
( Harry Potter )
( DCU )
( The Scum Villain's Self-Saving System )
( Vids )
Yuletide Letter 2025
Oct. 12th, 2025 07:44 pmpetra
Dear Yuletide Creator,
Thank you for signing up to create something for me! Overall, I prefer to give positive encouragement rather than tell you what not to write, because I am interested in a story you are passionate about. I have suggestions for different fandoms, so read on if you want more than what I put in my sign-up.
( General info )
( Signups: Bloody Jack Adventures - L. A. Meyer, The Expanse - James S. A. Corey, Galavant, Rivers of London - Aaronovitch, Slow Horses (TV) )
Thank you for signing up to create something for me! Overall, I prefer to give positive encouragement rather than tell you what not to write, because I am interested in a story you are passionate about. I have suggestions for different fandoms, so read on if you want more than what I put in my sign-up.
( General info )
( Signups: Bloody Jack Adventures - L. A. Meyer, The Expanse - James S. A. Corey, Galavant, Rivers of London - Aaronovitch, Slow Horses (TV) )
The Pitt Fic: findr (Abbot/Robby, Robby/OCs, NC-17)
Oct. 12th, 2025 01:10 pmalethia
findr (11722 words) by Alethia
Chapters: 1/1
Fandom: The Pitt (TV)
Rating: Explicit
Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply
Relationships: Jack Abbot/Michael "Robby" Robinavitch, Michael "Robby" Robinavitch/Original Female Character(s), Michael "Robby" Robinavitch/Original Male Character(s)
Characters: Michael "Robby" Robinavitch, Jack Abbot (The Pitt), Parker Ellis
Additional Tags: Post-Season/Series 01, Online Dating, Idiots in Love, Pining, Mutual Pining, First Kiss, First Time, Porn, what men will do instead of therapy, robby fucks his way through it, like you do
Summary:
Chapters: 1/1
Fandom: The Pitt (TV)
Rating: Explicit
Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply
Relationships: Jack Abbot/Michael "Robby" Robinavitch, Michael "Robby" Robinavitch/Original Female Character(s), Michael "Robby" Robinavitch/Original Male Character(s)
Characters: Michael "Robby" Robinavitch, Jack Abbot (The Pitt), Parker Ellis
Additional Tags: Post-Season/Series 01, Online Dating, Idiots in Love, Pining, Mutual Pining, First Kiss, First Time, Porn, what men will do instead of therapy, robby fucks his way through it, like you do
Summary:
"If you really want to know, the hot new thing is an app called findr. It's for bougie professionals who like to pretend they're elevated while slobbering all over each other, so entirely your speed."
At that, Robby lost his war with self-control and did flip her off.
Ellis actually laughed. "The vision," she said again, dark eyes dancing. "findr," she said again, like he might have forgotten. "Go fuck away the raincloud, Robby. For everybody's sake, but mostly mine," she drawled as she sauntered away.
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Oct. 10th, 2025 04:40 pmmusesfoolI had to wait about 45 minutes after my scheduled appointment because CVS's internet was down intermittently or something (and several customers got a little shirty about it) but I finally got this year's covid and flu shots.
In sports news, my friends from Philly, I still love you, but I enjoyed last night's Eagles and Phillies losses tremendously (lbr, I also enjoyed the Yankees getting eliminated but that's not quite the same). I especially enjoyed the Dart and Skattebo show for the NY (football) Giants! Gosh, I'd almost forgotten what it felt like to enjoy a football game my team played in! And then the post-game show with Dart showing his Star Wars fan bona fides (all with prequels questions too, which was funny) and Skattebo ripping his shirt off with Ryan Fitzpatrick! Not only did they win, they were fun! Though Dart needs to learn how to protect himself better on those runs. Yikes. Not that I expect them to win many more games this year, but boy it was enjoyable that they did last night.
In other fannish news, it sounds like book 8 of the Dungeon Crawler Carl series is supposed to come out in June 2026, which I guess is ok. Still no word on Alecto the Ninth though.
And now I kind of want a DCC/TLT crossover...they are incompatible canons but oh boy it would be fun.
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In sports news, my friends from Philly, I still love you, but I enjoyed last night's Eagles and Phillies losses tremendously (lbr, I also enjoyed the Yankees getting eliminated but that's not quite the same). I especially enjoyed the Dart and Skattebo show for the NY (football) Giants! Gosh, I'd almost forgotten what it felt like to enjoy a football game my team played in! And then the post-game show with Dart showing his Star Wars fan bona fides (all with prequels questions too, which was funny) and Skattebo ripping his shirt off with Ryan Fitzpatrick! Not only did they win, they were fun! Though Dart needs to learn how to protect himself better on those runs. Yikes. Not that I expect them to win many more games this year, but boy it was enjoyable that they did last night.
In other fannish news, it sounds like book 8 of the Dungeon Crawler Carl series is supposed to come out in June 2026, which I guess is ok. Still no word on Alecto the Ninth though.
And now I kind of want a DCC/TLT crossover...they are incompatible canons but oh boy it would be fun.
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