Fifteen Minutes of Scrawl

 It remains an interesting place! There was free coffee and treats provided by Georgetown University Press My credit card machine ran out of paper (but then this evening seemed to have more paper...) A lovely lady named Mia came and gave me a croissant because she knows we exhibitors are a bit chained to our booths Not enough people said hello back when I said hello I kept being told how much smaller the exhibit hall is this year than previous years "Surface Pressure" from Encanto  was stuck in my head The most casually dressed people were men I watched a pretty good game of bags I found a welcome sign in many languages Someone told me about a lovely tour they had in Chicago and how the lake moved them I wished the exhibit hall had music One booth was decorated with mini beach balls People finished the game of Jenga I spotted a free zine I ate dinner in my hotel room (luxury) (Prompt by me)

It's an interesting place! I got free sunglasses I had to listen to someone praise the Cubs I had to listen to someone praise UCPD (crediting them with being the only reason the University still exists) I learned that there is no free coffee (a major no no) I chatted with fellow exhibitors I tried new restaurants in this huge complex I sold books I had to deny someone a book because it was my last copy of a major title I got free cake (twas tasty) Games including Jenga, bags, and Connect Four were provided I relearned our exam copy policy I discovered I'm better at navigating the hotel than others My face got itchy from wearing a mask for so long (and I'm wearing it for more hours tomorrow) I lost track of time I stayed on top of my email by working after the conference (Prompt by me)

There are many more good titles, but here's what stood out to me. How to Sa ve a Constitutional Democracy  by Tom Ginsburg and Aziz Z.Huq A Fistful of Shells:West Africa from the Rise of the Slave Trade to the Age of Revolution by Toby Green Pulp Empire: The Secret History of Comic Book Imperialism by Paul S. Hirsch Doodling for Academics: A Coloring and Activity Book by Julie Schumacher, with illlustrations by Lauren Nassef 'I know Who Caused COVID-19': Pandemics and Xenophobia  by Zhou Xun and Sander L. Gilman The Contested Crown: Repatriation Politics between Europe and Mexico by Khadija von Zinnenburg Carroll Ukraine in the Crosshairs of Geopolitical Power Play  edited by Peter W. Schulze and Winfried Veit The Toddler in Chief: What Donald Trump Teaches Us about the Modern Presidency by Daniel W. Drezner Mafiacraft: An Ethnography of Deadly Silence by Deborah Puccio-Den Viral Economics :  Anthropologies of Urgency in the Time of COVID-19 edited by Lenore Manderson, Na

Time to celebrate! Can you believe I made it to 1300? Boy do I like writing fan fiction I need to dip back into Kimisha's prompts I need to dip more into my Grievance Journal  from Brianna I need to use the journaling prompts from Amelia Flickr is a dear, dear friend I should do more image prompts I should write more that can be submitted I should get back to my cozy mystery I should do a prompt of prompts I will do some more journaling type entries Maybe I'll try a pure photo entry? I'm glad I've kept up the blog this long If you read, I love you dearly I'll keep going (Prompt by me) "Blog" by GotCredit .  Attribution 2.0 Generic (CC BY 2.0) .

Time for mistakes to be made. Jasmine, believing in Gino doesn't pay the rent Mike, it's hard to feel sorry for you when you're a huge racist Mike, she dumped you, get a hotel Ben...she left you...literally EW Hamza's dad is coming? Usman just grabbed Kim's boob while he was reassuring her I still hate yammy Kim, it's a cultural thing Gino...you have more than little issues Welp there's the prenup set up Do they not understand that a prenup doesn't protect you against sponsoring a visa? I feel kinda sorry for Memphis Memphis, you should've done some research into how weddings go in Tunisia Aw they seem happy Mike, get a grip Yeah what's wrong with being a cam girl, Mike? Also, it's literally how you met Mike sucks Oop Ben finally says that Mahogany's photos look different etc. Welp she left Memphis and Hamza's honeymoon looks beautiful What now, Memphis? MEMPHIS IS PREGNANT ALREADY? I'm so glad Hamza's family is happy Gino has

I don't think my party reads my blog. If you do--STOP IT! I'm going to copy and paste a lot of my last posts so I can build on it.  At the capital Three other bastards Elmonia Maglynn , elf, cleric, female, cunning, ambitious, lawful neutral Radfin Preswynn , human, barbarian, male, gruff, partyer, crude, chaotic good Alleera Mosshelm , half-elf, ranger, nonbinary, quiet, observant, true neutral Queen visits again Asks if they can be trusted to deal with other problems in town Eventually get to the trouble at the Drab Yak but only after Alleera bursts in See section below for Drab Yak information Can be a form of community service, but will reflect poorly on the queen if they escape  Alleera bursts in and announces they're leaving. They're still sick though so the queen urges them to stay until they're better Alleera consents, but is frightened of being killed Alleera's fear frightens Abarat Abarat always suspected that the plague was actually murder and fears b

Time for the Rusical! "I think I've established compromise is for losers" Oof some role choosing drama I feel bad for Lady I like Angeria and Lady's friendship so much "Shake the dice and like it up" Jorgeous is itty bitty Jorgeous seems fine at the choreo, Daya "Make tea out of lemonade" How have you not heard of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon ? I love Ru's look Andra Day looks so comfy and so beautiful The background dancers are very good Wow they sure did shoehorn in non-queens Wow Willow looks so pretty Everyone did pretty well in the Rusical I love Lady's look Seven years of bad tuck is a solid joke, Ross I like Bosco's look, but it feels predictable for her I hate to say it, but I'm not a fan of Willow's look I like Angeria's look, but I'm not in love Again, I like Daya's look, but I'm not in love I'm not a fan of DeJa's look (I feel like I'm being harsh this episode) I'm not a fan of Jorgeo

Time to go to fight (still). They're right that Shannon isn't using the phrase "put a pin in it" correctly Shannon and Gina are both wrong I think Shannon is misremembering what Gina said  Noella is doing too much Poor Noella "It was very indigenous" I'm uncomfy The vow renewal is kinda cursed Oof now Noella lost her father That purse is ugly Did the producers prompt Gina's parents? Next time things change a lot in five days Next time we go to Aspen Next time we say shut up Next time we all cry Next time we question who are our friends (Prompt by me) The Real Housewives of Orange Country  Bravo Promotional image source

Original prompt: The best boss you've ever worked for was good because... They were kind They went out of their way to tell me that I should tell them if authors were being difficult, rude, or inappropriate They held check ins about my career progress They were supportive when I said I was going to grad school They spoke kindly of me to others They were supportive of others They acquired good books They rarely asked me to do an unreasonable amount of work They were especially kind when they did have to ask me to do an unreasonable amount of work They were a clear communicator They listened to me complain They trusted me I trusted them They criticized gently I was proud to work for them (Prompt provided by Amelia Sacco) "Nero Wolfe 1" by jan saudek

One Thursday around 4pm, my boss came up to me and asked if I could transmit one more book. For those who don't know, transmitting a book (also known as launching a book) is getting a manuscript and related forms all ready for production. It's when the book moves from a draft between the editor and author to a draft shared with manuscript editing, design, marketing, and production and the book is truly on its way to being made. Needless to say, this was one of my main tasks as an editorial associate.  Now, I mentioned the date and time for a reason. Transmittals were due by end of day on Thursday (with a grace period to early Friday morning to be used only as a small buffer really). So, as you can imagine, giving me a transmittal at 4pm on Thursday was kind of a wild thing for my boss to do. But we needed to transmit the book if we wanted it to have a chance of making it to a big political science conference next year (yes, that is how far in advance these things must be planne

I head to Nashville on Monday! Get BBQ Get hot chicken Go to a drag brunch (ticket bought) See the Grand Ole Opry Go to a Honky Tonk bar Learn some line dancing Do a ghost tour Do a guided tour of downtown Go to the Country Music Hall of Fame Explore Broadway See the concrete Parthenon Maybe go to Puckett’s Grocery and Restaurant Go to a distillery (maybe Far Better Distillery) Go to Antique Archaeology Nashville Take a ton of photos (Prompt by me) "Nashville" by Daniel Lobo

Time for Mike to run. Gino, your "mistake" JUST happened I don't get why Jasmine is still with Gino The cameras did catch it, Badmus... It's only one more day, Kim? I think it's worth saving the money to just stay You said you wanted him to prove his love, but you're surprised he asked to meet? Memphis, you should've researched prenups before coming to Tunisia Memphis, a prenup doesn't get you out of sponsoring his visa Yesterday was the hardest day, Gino? Not the day she found out that you sent her nudes? Gino opened the box wrong Oop Ximena's sister spills the beans Memphis, you didn't brush your teeth at the hotel? Memphis is in huge heels Ben's outfit is ridiculous Welp Gino and Jasmine are engaged Gino...you still haven't met her kids Awkward time with Hamza's sister Lol Mahogany left Ben Ben, you have production...you're not stuck $250 for a four hour ride doesn't sound too bad to me So Usman did a big gesture... Mike

Lip sync extravaganza! Not sure I'll have much to say this episode Daya is salty, but I get it I love Ru's look So if you get picked first, you could end up doing six lip syncs in a row? (oh sorry I misunderstood how the game worked) I still think this is rigged I don't like either Daya or Jasmine's looks Some of Jasmine's tricks seem out of place to me Oh thank goodness Daya stays (she's on my team) Jasmine should keep getting to pick opponents (oh sorry I misunderstood how the game worked) I like both Bosco and Willow's looks Thank goodness Willow wins (she's on my team) I like Jorgeous and Lady's looks, but not so much Angeria's Jorgeous was put in the middle intentionally and I won't believe otherwise Of course Joreous wins Daya wants to give you more than a hug, Lady Camden Now that Angeria has won, I think they always planned on having Jasmine go home (not that Angeria didn't do well, it just seems like Jasmine is being put through

Time to go to fight. Well this show sounds cringe-worthy I want another doctor to tell me if this treatment of Jen's is BS Hrm I don't like Matt Oh wow Emily is part of the Innocence Project, that's rad Jen, uninviting day of is rude Shannon's kids come off as rude Emily, you could have sleep apnea Jen...you said 10 minutes Aw, it got sweet/sad Oops got a to be continued (Prompt by me) The Real Housewives of Orange Country  Bravo Promotional image source

Happy Saint Patrick's Day! These are in no particular order. My friends Trad Storytelling nights at a pub Buskers Rolling hills Being on the ocean Writing more Working in coffee shops Doing escape rooms Being in school So many friends being in walking distance More even climate Getting cookies with my coffee True crime get togethers Walking down the middle of streets (Prompt by me) "Ireland" by mrhs1974

These are mostly light-hearted issues. It takes forever to get ready to leave the house Slush Freezing rain Runny noses Can't hang out outside comfortably No one picks up their dog's poop Lack of green The air hurts my face I have to deprive my dog of more exercise Lack of daylight Immense amount of clouds Slippery ice Salt that irritates my dog's paws Chapped lips My building doesn't shovel in a timely manner (Prompt provided by Brianna Aaron) "White barn in the snow, Coastal Range, Oregon" by Bonnie Moreland

You can read part 1  here , part 2  here , part 3  here , part 4  here , part 5 (NSFW)  here , part 6  here , part 7  here , part 8  here , part 9  here , part 10  here , part 11  here , part 12  here , part 13  here , part 14  here , part 15  here , part 16  here , and part 17 here . Derek nodded and moved towards the bathroom. "You're supposed to say, 'I know that, but is the bathroom free?'" said Stiles, mock-pouting. "I know that, but is the bathroom free?" repeated Derek loyally. "That's more like it," smiled Stiles, wheeling himself over to the bed. Derek hurried in the bathroom, hating that Stiles was alone for even that amount of time. Gerard had managed to get Stiles in just a matter of seconds, or at least that's what it felt like. It didn't matter that the house was teeming with wolves, it had been nearly as full of wolves last time. But Derek hadn't been there, at least until it was too late. He came back in the bedr

Reunion part 3! Jen's gloves are draped over the couch? Boo, Andy That's cute Jusin, but it's a lot of money Seth is gross I don't like Duy either Sharrieff is one of the good real house husbands Sharrieff really had health issues? Wait Justin runs a pyramid scheme (allegedly)? Jen makes some good points It was uncalled for how Jen's family was treated To be fair, Jen, Whitney was saying you had a sugar daddy who wasn't your husband Heather, you did bring it up I wouldn't put it past production to send nasty messages tbh Wow Heather doesn't care if she's innocent Jen doesn't know the possible sentence? (Prompt by me) The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City  Bravo Promotional image source

Time for Ella to reveal she cheated. Memphis, you are not excited Aw bonding I think Hamza's mom was checking out the translator Gino, I know that Jasmine likes to be alone when she works out...how do you not know that? Ah I see why Jasmine is upset Gino is so uncaring Gino's ex is being a dick now Oof I get why Mahogany's parents are concerned God I would hate to get 10 pages of text Ximena...you don't like him How are Mike and Ximena not broken up yet? Wow Usman did just say he put no effort in Why aren't we saying Hamza's mom and sister's names? I somehow doubt you're going to find a prenup protective when you're sponsoring Hamza for a visa Ella, point the camera at your face Welp there it is Johnny took that suspiciously well EW MIKE Mike's shirt is ridiculous Does Mike have a Batman watch? Jasmine, it's super fair to not trust Gino Kim, I'd enjoy the remainder of your time at the resort "What is this shit about Legoland"-Ja

Snatch Game! To be honest, I don't remember the lip sync I hate seeing DeJa sad Willow...it means Snatch Game Yes product placement Some of the bubble wrap outfits are impressive Now I will say that I heard this is the worst Snatch Game of all time so we'll see Jorgeous, Snatch Game is all about being put on the spot Who is Dove Cameron? (internet says she's an actress) Oh Willow...you're not doing great Ooof this does seem like a rough Snatch Game I'm not a fan of DeJa's runway (but her Snatch Game was great) Jasmine's look is amazing Angeria looks beautiful Willow looks adorable Daya's look is good and she handled the fall well Jorgeous looks beautiful, but I honestly thought it was a statue of liberty thing Lady's look doesn't immediately look like the theme, but that's okay Bosco's look is fun I thought Angeria did fine Michelle...you buy into Goop nonsense? DeJa deservedly wins WOW! All seven? Next time is going to be a lip sync smac

Brought to you by my Grievance Journal ! These are in no particular order. Being hungry A loved one suffering Hoban barking too much Missing my meds My space being dirty Feeling excluded Not being able to get in touch with someone when I need someone Sleeping poorly Being in pain Often, reading the news Not getting done what I need to get done Being low on things I need Frustrating bureaucracy Often, having to advocate for myself My body image issues flaring up (Prompt provided by Brianna Aaron) "Angry" by Marco FrontSoldier

Time to go to NYC. Is Noella still wearing her wedding ring? Yeah I think Emily is right... Wow dated Heather photos So wait, Shannon's other friend and her daughter don't get to stay? Emily...you said you knew that you were learning to cook What hotel is this? OMG let Jen leave if she wants to leave Gina and Heather montage looks fun (and I hope the camera person picked up that $20) Naked in the pool with the dog also seems fun Heather's mom seems intense Next time Emily deals with something serious Next time Jen thinks about going with someone else Next time Jen and Noella fight Next time Shannon and Gina fight Next time looks good! (Prompt by me) The Real Housewives of Orange Country  Bravo Promotional image source

I have another session coming up Friday! I don't think my party reads my blog. If you do--STOP IT! I'm going to copy and paste a lot of my last posts so I can build on it. I also had two other DMs help with this. At the capital Go straight to castle Meet with the queen right away Followed by formal dinner Poisoning at dinner. Maybe a warning sign so they all get sick? Can try to go talk to the queen The prince won't let them in The prince feels fine (his bowl wasn't poisoned) The prince is the heir apparent and thus is in charge and is forbidding access He is also enforcing a lockdown and the party will be taken to their rooms (can choose to share if they desire) A royal doctor is seeing the queen Can go talk to Elmonia Not super willing to talk because she is feeling more okay and is competetive Elmonia has met the royal doctor and can direct them to him DC18 Can direct them to Alleera, but DC 18 to help Can describe symptoms Nausea Fever Can go talk to Radfin He feels