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Still another 15 minutes of D&D brainstorming

I have another session coming up on Friday! I don't think my party reads my blog. If you do--STOP IT! I'm also just going to copy and paste my last blog post here so I can have all of the second room information in the same place. Second room Here is where there are dormitories. 10 sleep guards. 15 sets of basic gear in here. Longsword (only 10), 10 silver, a map of the area, a bottle of ink, an ink pen, a lamp, 2 flasks of oil, 5 sheets of paper, a vial of perfume, sealing wax, and soap, studded leather (only 10). Scholar's things: 10 gold, a map of the area, 5 bottles of ink, 2 ink pens, a lamp, 5 flasks of oil, 50 sheets of paper, 2 vials of perfume, sealing wax, and soap Locked room. The door is filled with holes about the size of a dagger blade. When a dagger is inserted into a hole, it makes a specific and unique tone. You have to play the first bar of the national anthem to enter. Royal blood also opens it. Sleeping scholar on a plush red velvet chaise. She's a b...

And another 15 minutes of D&D brainstorming

I have another session coming up on Friday! I don't think my party reads my blog. If you do--STOP IT! Second room Here is where there are dormitories 10 sleep guards. 15 sets of basic gear in here. Longsword (only 10), 10 silver, a map of the area, a bottle of ink, an ink pen, a lamp, 2 flasks of oil, 5 sheets of paper, a vial of perfume, sealing wax, and soap, studded leather (only 10). Scholar's things: 10 gold, a map of the area, 5 bottles of ink, 2 ink pens, a lamp, 5 flasks of oil, 50 sheets of paper, 2 vials of perfume, sealing wax, and soap Locked room. The door is filled with holes about the size of a dagger blade. When a dagger is inserted into a hole, it makes a specific and unique tone. You have to play the first bar of the national anthem to enter. Royal blood also opens it. Sleeping scholar on a plush red velvet chaise.  Holding book on genealogy of the royal line written in Elven. It makes mention of some bastard lines but does not deign to go into detail Has hidd...

Thoughts on 90 Day Fiance season 8, episode 16

Let's see who gets married. Wait was Tamara going the wrong way down the street? Mike, I'm not sympathetic towards your moping Mike seems surprised that Natalie left when he said he didn't want to marry her Why can't Natalie stay at Tamara's? Ah Tamara has a full house Poor Natalie Yara seems to be in a good mood The thing you guys need to get first is the marriage license John R. Fish Jewelry Jovi's mom is on Yara's side and I love it Auri's dress is so cute I love Hazel They have fake columns and I love it Gotta love the contrast between Jovi complaining about planning and Tarik loading everything in his car to get the wedding together Wow Tarik's brother is great Cut to farm animals Brandon is another useless man Brandon can't even hold flowers for Julia Julia is realistic saying that they may get divorced Julia has made the vast majority of the effort, Brandon Julia really does love him and I don't get it Julia is funny I didn't need ...

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked season 13, episode 12

Now at six queens. Everyone is being really nice to Symone, which I like, but she did not do well Olivia, how did you think it went really well? Oh I love Gottmik's nails I love Kandy taking apart the phrase "turning over a new leaf" I'm glad Utica realizes that she has some stuff to work through Yay! The Miss Congenialitys come visit I don't know why Olivia wasn't in the bottom I think Olivia is going to win Miss Congeniality I love Heidi's advice for the queens to stay close Nina is so sweet Valentina's butt is out! "Wiggly art" is a great way to describe yourself, Utica Wait are Olivia and Utica a thing? Is it raining or is Utica just using an umbrella for funsies? So I guess the word wiggle was a thing for Utica (Prompt by me) RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked  VH1 Promotional image source

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race season 13, episode 12

I love roast episodes. Utica...if you really think that Tina should be there then why didn't you send yourself home? Utica, I don't think you're a lip sync assassin  A makeup tutorial feels like it should be a maxi challenge Okay now that I know that one person is being the arms I see why it is a mini challenge Ru is getting his life this challenge I thought Utica and Gottmik were going to win, but everyone did great Gottmik, have you watched the roast episodes? Utica...you are kinda two faced Kandy and Symone watching Rosé was hilarious Gottmik is going to do very well I got Symone's Hocus Pocus  reference Wow Utica is so harsh Making fat jokes doesn't mean you've made a "really good observation," Utica Is laughter tangible? Whoa. Ru looks incredible I love seeing Nina Valentina is beautiful Heidi is the most charming The roast is harder without an audience Kandy did great "Symone is bombing," is exactly what I was going to say, Nina Symone ...

15 jobs with inspired names

Smith and Miller are names based on occupations. Here are 15 professions and some associated names. Influencer: Influencer, Influenson, Instason, Instasmith Museum worker: Muse, Museumson, Muser, Nonprofiteer, Musesmith Retail worker: Retailson, Retailer, Underpaidson, Retailsmith Chef: Yummy, Yummith, Yumson, Yumsmith, Foodsmith Writer: Wordsmith, Wordson, Writerson, Writer Actor: Scenesmith, Rolesmith, Linesmith, Actor, Actorson, Sceneson, Roleson, Lineson Storyteller: Mythsmith, Wordsmith, Talesmith, Taleteller, Mythteller, Wordteller, Mythson, Wordson, Taleson Brewery owner or worker: Brewer, Beerson, Brewson, Beersmith, Brewsmith Stay at home parent: Kidsmith, Parenter, Parentson Painter: Paintsmith, Imagesmith, Colorsmith, Brushsmith Sculptor: Claysmith, Metalsmith, Stonesmith, Carver, Carveson Photographer: Photosmith, Photographer, Apeturer, F-Stopper Fashion designer: Designsmith, Clothsmith, Fashioneer Model: Posesmith, Smizeson Gardener: Plantsmith, Bulbsmith, Bulber, Plante...

[No plot] Describe a seaside village setting in rich detail

New Galway was a small town--a village as the locals liked to call it. They thought village sounded more charming. It was a charming community, filled with local shops that gave you all of what you needed, plus a little extra. The salt water taffy store was a local favorite. The sweets came in a variety of flavors and there were local contests to come up with new ones. Not all were great hits--like avocado toast--but the villagers liked tasting them all the same. The larger of the two coffee shops boasted bold flavors of smoky coffee from far away places. While the people loved their town, it was nice to take a short adventure to somewhere else through their senses. The smaller coffee shop sold works and books by local artists and authors. It was a small collection, really, but those sold there were proud to say they were. There was a local school, but it was rather small as schools in villages tend to be. The building itself was one of the oldest in town having been built by the first...

Another 15 minutes of D&D brainstorming

I have another session coming up on Friday! I don't think my party reads my blog. If you do--STOP IT! Be sure to ask if there is anything else they want to do Second day of travel: have badger encounter If they decide to talk to animals, make it an animal handling check of 18 to convince them not to attack. Badgers think they're invading territory. Naeris can do with advantage At tower, guards are asleep outside in their bedrolls The Tower of Baile is used as a way to keep watch on the sea and guide ships home. It is also used as a storehouse of certain knowledge. Typically, there are guards, lighthouse keepers, and a scholar in residence. However, this can change so you do not have a way of knowing who is here now. The granite tower gives off a certain sense of austerity and gloom, but it is not entirely unwelcoming. Three guards lay asleep at the door. What they have  1 has a large brass key, 1 gp 1 has a love note, 3 cp: "Nothing compares to your hands, nothing like th...

15 pieces of advice to a studio adapting a book series

I have much! Actually read the full series. This sounds like a basic but I really mean read every book cover to cover, not just the gist Read fan fiction. This will give you such insight into the fandom Attend conventions. Again this gives insight into the fandom Utilize the book's wiki. Fans have put together great references Start the movie/show's wiki early so you have a good reference Research the inspirations for the work. A lot of series have historical, cultural, literary, and other inspirations so gaining a deeper insight into the series as a whole Have the author give lectures to the team. This builds a bond and helps the team gain insight into the series Include the author on casting Have Easter eggs, especially for things that are going to get cut due to length etc. Don't be afraid to change problematic parts of the original work. Lots of books can be improved Include the author for script writing Ask the author for their notes on the world and character backgrou...

15 lines of acrostic poetry about crafting

Creative Rows Of String Stick Stab Through Inches Through Cloth Heaps Aims Reaching To Someone (Prompt by Kimisha Cassidy) "Image from page 48 of "Smocking, fancy stitches, and cross stitch and darned net designs" (1895)" posted by Internet Archive Book Images

15 ways to take a break during the day

 We all need them. Make yourself a snack. Like actually prepare something Take a real coffee break. Make a warm drink and sip it while sitting in a chair, not at your computer Take a walk around the block Give yourself a head massage Wash your face Do a short meditation video Play soothing sounds Ask your friends to send you cute animal pictures Ask your friends to send you funny videos Brush your hair and re-do it Write a postcard to someone Send someone you've been thinking about a text Journal Shut your eyes for five minutes with nothing playing Get up and stretch (Prompt by Kimisha Cassidy) "1-8" by å—‘曜

Thoughts on 90 Day Fiance season 8, episode 15

So does Mike actually not marry Natalie? Jovi, let Yara sleep Did you two look up how to get a marriage license in Nevada? Jovi just lets Yara walk off by herself Jovi, Yara has been gone Is the Ukraine in the EU (internet says no)? Beau seems to feel bad Natalie is so honest that she won't keep in touch with Beau Michael, I don't feel bad for you Natalie thinks Michael is weak How many dogs live on Brandon's parents' farm? Brandon is a little shit Brandon, if you didn't want to get married...why did you propose? Like you literally asked for this Brandon, show Julia that you love her Brandon, Julia is mad at you because you're being a dick Stephanie's shirt has lions on the sleeves Harris is up a tree Drinking fresh coconut juice does seem refreshing Stephanie, you can block Ryan Oop are we going to meet Harris's ex? Cause we sure are seeing her face right now Zied is going to look like the American flag Wait, why can't Zied take on any wedding stuff...

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked season 13, episode 11

Now at seven queens. I'm glad Utica knows that she is in the bottom I love Olivia taking off part of her look Symone is great Olivia is super smiley naturally Utica is owning being the worst Yay for Symone getting comfy too Tina, how about it wasn't that funny? I so identify with Rosé singing when she's uncomfortable Sorry, Tina, you won't be here to show them improvement People should see Olivia as a threat Yay for Tina getting a message from her mom It's harsh for her mom to say she doesn't have to worry right before she goes home "You are the joy of my life" I want to give Tina a hug I'm glad they all were supportive of Tina It did seem like everyone was surprised that it was Tina going home I always love the notes "Turn it and burn it, bitches" "Bye, suckers" Can't wait for the next episode! (Prompt by me) RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked  VH1 Promotional image source

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race season 13, episode 11

Commercial time! Who does actually clean the mirror? "Put my metal to the metal" I'm glad Olivia didn't take naming her personally For a second I was like, "How did Tina earn $25k???" Are You Smarter than the Pit Crew I love it when reality shows do trivia about the show I can't believe they did a math problem This challenge has so many components So Tina plans to have her character sleeping with a priest...seems like a lot of plot for a soda commercial Utica is a nut Symone does an accurate impression of Utica JAIDA!!! 30 minutes is not enough time Tina cannot get the new line down Rosé seems to be doing well "You Liv and you learn" Symone is hilarious I love that they had to track down a cow for Utica I love that they made Carson do fart noises Gottmik may be in trouble but I think Utica is in trouble So is Rosé a comedy queen? I wonder if we're doing a roast challenge this year Utica's contacts are already creeping me out I'm so ...

Reacting to "Eugene Ranks the Most Popular Reality TV Shows"

Watch the video here . I like having Becky and Alex here I love the Real Housewife intro Gotta love a patriarchy joke I'll be using their criteria too Yeah they should've let American Idol  just die Ryan Seacrest conspiracy time Which came first... X-Factor  or American Idol ? Never watched either X-Factor  or The Voice Actually never watched Dancing with the Stars either I'd go: American Idol , X-Factor , Dancing with the Stars , and then The Voice . American Idol 's concept is what launched everything else so I don't think you can put it lower than first. X-Factor actually seems to have launched some careers. The Voice  doesn't seem to have launched careers, isn't original, and isn't as trashy as Dancing with the Stars  so it has to be last. The Real World  is such a revolutionary show I've never watched Big Brother Shark Tank  I've also never watched but yeah some products have come out of it I've also never watched Jersey Shore  but it is...

Thoughts on 90 Day Fiance season 8, episode 14

We might have a wedding this episode! So Ryan is missing? How much of a surprise is it if you ask someone to plan it? That is a huge glass of wine...it's like half the bottle So Harris loves Stephanie? "I want to be with your body, girl. Forever." Stephanie, you have more than one chance Finally the fireworks make sense, Mike It is sad that Natalie's mom can't come to the wedding I think if you're sad in the woods now, Natalie, you won't be happier married in the woods Jovi, Yara is going to find out...cause you're on TV Jovi, of course you want to sleep but you need to pack...you knew this Rebecca is being so unbending No, Rebecca, the whole purpose of the visa is to allow you a reasonable amount of time to get married Rebecca, you aren't trying that hard to not compare Zied to your ex So Rebecca bent but it seems like the courts are closed Andrew definitely lied about quarantine feeling like a vacation even if the riots didn't happen Oof no r...

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked season 13, episode 10

Now at eight queens.  I'm glad the queens reinforce that they love Olivia Olivia, you did still say that Utica is the weakest overall Denali is so defeated Denali is sincerely sorry for saying Kandy I think Denali knew she was going home Symone and Utica had a lovely moment Oh Olivia Kandy's mom is beautiful and looks like she is Kandy's age I feel like I'm getting to know Kandy so much through this video I'm glad Denali feels some peace When do the queens write these notes? Denali and Rosé have such a sweet friendship I'm glad Denali feels like she has found a community "Later, skaters" "I leave with the legacy of being classy and assy" (Prompt by me) RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked  VH1 Promotional image source

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race season 13, episode 10

Makeover time! I still can't figure out how Elliott was eliminated four times. This is not a joke Utica did give a good lip sync Wait so is this a real medium? "Let's get metaphysical" Man how could a psychic know these things...I mean could producers have told them? No...never... I'm sorry that Tina had such a rough relationship with her dad I love that there is a cow here I hope Rosé's boyfriend finds this funny I love that we're pretending that these are psychic pairings Ha Rosé doesn't like a lot of Tina's stuff Oh I didn't know Kandy had been a makeup artist (I mean beyond being a drag queen) So Tina hates pink Rosé didn't realize she had a signature move Tina, you win by Rosé doing well...at least I think you do I love the queens having to practice impersonating each other Gottmik is right that this footage will haunt  I think Olivia and Denali are going to be safe (purely based on how long we've spent time with them this episode)...

Thoughts on 90 Day Fiance season 8, episode 13

First time not watching live in a while! Uncle Beau is only 50? Are Tamara and Beau a thing? Mike likes teaching Natalie to fish Mike...why did you bring Natalie here? To punish her? I'm glad Julia likes the church Julia is so frustrated with Brandon BRANDON I KNOW THE ANSWER TO THIS QUESTION Brandon better make Julia feel wanted I like it when Yara seems happy BABY ALLIGATOR You just want to keep her happy until you get married, Jovi? Gwen still wants to go to the wedding even though Yara has been pretty clear that she wants it to be just her and Jovi So Gwen gets to go You can see Yara's little bump! I do like Gwen and Yara bonding Is Hazel filming Tarik breaking down boxes? I want Hazel and Tarik to work out You should get your visa reissued, Amira... Or...just let it expire... Ugh Amira...don't go to Serbia Zied is looking good Rebecca, you're acting like Zied is leaving you Rebecca, I don't trust your understanding of Islam Stephanie called Harris Ryan...wow St...

15 things I want to do this year

The day after my birthday feels like a good time to reflect. Continue this blog Write more creatively Go to the beach Walk with Hoban in a forest preserve Try a new recipe Dye my hair Get vaccinated Go on a date Continue therapy Continue asking for help when I need it Do more self-care Continue to train Hoban Take some kind of class Look into teaching a writing class Continue writing letters (Prompt by me) "29" by duncan c.   Attribution-NonCommercial 2.0 Generic (CC BY-NC 2.0)

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked season 13, episode 9

Still at 9 queens. Ah the bottom three of last week are safe, that's nice I just realized Tina's ring is a horseshoe and I love it Yeah Utica why did you tell Olivia was good? Denali skating in is iconic Oh someone hug Olivia I don't think Elliott did that well in the lip sync to be honest I wonder why Olivia's earrings are buttons Oooh have I been seeing a different Utica? It sounds like Utica may have just insulted people at a dinner I love that Ts Madison came to visit Ts Madison and Gottmik had a great moment Poor Elliott...eliminated so many times I love Tina's note to Elliott Taco Bell does sound good "Whenever you see flamingos think of me. It's time to flaming-go." (Prompt by me) RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked  VH1 Promotional image source

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race season 13, episode 9

SNATCH GAME! It is mean that the double save included telling Kandy to go home Someone is always mad at the double save How Rosé is talking makes me think she's going to go home Ru's suits are great Weeweepole is hilarious The queens are really laughing at this challenge Oh look it's the pit crew My guess is Tina is going to win the mini Ah I'm right! SNATCH GAME A squirrel afro is hilarious, Utica Mary Queen of Scots could be amazing, Rosé Elliott is doing a Golden Girls  character Symone is Harriet Tubman...I hope it goes well Everyone is nervous about Utica's Bob Ross Richard Simmons could be great, Tina Olivia is being Tabitha Brown...and I don't know who that is Olivia is eating her props and that's hilarious Raven and Porkchop are great choices for Snatch Game participants Wow Kandy looks amazing as Patrick Starrr Jonathan Van Ness is a great choice, Denali I found Utica's environment paintings thing funny Kandy and Rosé are doing great. Gottmik se...

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked season 13, episode 8

Now at 9 queens.  "I think the Russians killed it" is a hilarious statement Are Utica and Olivia flirting? THE SWEDEN Olivia had a Ruveal prepared Rosé's look is orange I do like Rosé and Denali's friendship To be fair, Symone, I don't think many people like imperfection Rosé, one of those is red It seems like there may still be a bit of a winners' circle vs. the Porkchopped That said, I love the queens being supportive Aaaand no one goes home The bald-headed brigade joins the double save crew I forgot that Symone and Kandy were in the top last week Things can change fast on Drag Race And I'm all caught up! (Prompt by me) RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked  VH1 Promotional image source

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked season 13, episode 7

Now at 10 queens. Huh...are pearls beads? Oof no one is letting Denali talk Denali does look incredible I didn't notice before that Olivia had colorful bandaids on. That detail is great Whenever a queen says they didn't think they were "that bad" means they knew they didn't do great From what we saw of LaLa, I don't think she gave enough energy I love that Kandy went to check on Elliott Why aren't Gottmik and Tina in face shields? I do want Elliott to open up more I do want LaLa to have the confidence she should have "The sky is blue"  The production person calling the queens back has a shirt that says "queen bitch" I do hope LaLa takes away from this a fire to keep going I am going to miss LaLa (and love her) On to the next episode! (Prompt by me) RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked  VH1 Promotional image source

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked season 13, episode 6

Now at 11 queens. It's always interesting how the queens have different takes on being safe Oh now they have Drag Race  koozies I wish I didn't have to keep looking at Denali's spider eyes Rosé really does love the ruffles I hadn't noticed that Gottmik's earrings were little clothes hangers Or was it a breakRu? BreakthRu? Oh yay we're doing Untucked  messages! Gottmik's parents are adorable I'm so glad that Gottmik's parents got on board I love Olivia's hair I get why Tamisha was in her head It looks like Tamisha and Kandy are cool now Were Olivia and Utica flirting? Tamisha has such presence  On to the next episode! (Prompt by me) RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked  VH1 Promotional image source

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked season 13, episode 5

Now at 12 queens. I really did like Olivia's outfit Denali's look is also great Your inner saboteur can always get to you Yes, the safe zone is the background I wouldn't call Tamisha's look a mess, but it wasn't my favorite Elliott gets out of answering whom she wants to go home Elliott did not opt in to this critique time Kandy seems calm Tamisha just brings up that she doesn't like all of the queens But Tamisha does compliment the queens' skills Rosé brings up that being arrogant isn't the worst thing Kandy does not like being called arrogant Oop Tamisha called Kandy "little girl" Gotta pull out "I said what I said" I love LaLa just being like "I gotta go rehearse cause I'm in the bottom" during this fight Kandy, Tina, and Gottmik running from a bee is hilarious I like the moment that Elliott and Kandy had Joey is a cutie I love when the queens have notes from the other queens On to the next episode! (Prompt by me) RuP...

15 minutes of D&D brainstorming

I have a session coming up on Friday! I don't think my party reads my blog. If you do--STOP IT! Have characters level Have the giant owl attack Chat with Durogark He actually spoke with queen's brother, but says he spoke with Oghma Says that an object needs to be destroyed Gem? Magical so may need different things to be destroyed Doesn't reveal that their blood will disarm it Need to plan out dungeon crawl for this The object is in the tower of Baile Two days' journey Leave town The woods of Baile are as beautiful as they are dangerous, filled with gorgeous plants and venomous animals. They act as a protective layer to Baile and served that purpose well a few centuries ago during a civil war. The woods are not so dangerous though that no one lives in them, you just have to be savvy and respectful enough to get by. Merchants often hire guides through the woods to veer away from some of the more dangerous encounters there. DC 15 to go through without getting lost. Naeris ...

Thoughts on RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked season 13, episode 4

The queens are reunited! Tamisha, you did great! Olivia is telling the future with saying that Kahmora's outfit would be hard to move in Tamisha, Kahmora didn't do great Kahmora should be so proud of that outfit LaLa's look is also fabulous I do feel like LaLa has held back in her acting challenge Oop Kandy is going ahead and calling out some of the safe queens  Elliott, being the first queen called as safe doesn't mean anything more than if you're the last queen called as safe How Symone says factory is gold I love this moment between Denali and Rosé Watching Utica go through doors is hilarious Oh, Kahmora I love this moment between Kahmora and Denali I bet Kahmora had a ton of gorgeous looks still to show On to the next episode! (Prompt by me) RuPaul's Drag Race Untucked  VH1 Promotional image source

Thoughts on 90 Day Fiance season 8, episode 12

Can't wait to see the balloon stabbing. Of course she's mad, Jovi Jovi, did you introduce Yara to people? Jovi, when you said "not that drunk," it means you know you were drunk I wonder if Jovi will actually change Wow Stephanie has only been in Belize for 48 hours Haha Stephanie can't break the balloon by standing on it Wow the balloon stabbing was a lot Stephanie, if you don't miss Ryan then you really didn't care about him Stephanie you just want to hook up with Harris COVID has reached Brandon and Julia's plotline Brandon, ask a lawyer if they're going to kick Julia out if you can't get a marriage license Brandon's mom...did you consider that Julia may have other traditions? I hope Natalie's friend tells her to go home COVID has reached Natalie and Mike too I can't believe Natalie trusts Mike I'm glad Tarik and Hazel are using a site designed what they're looking for I'm proud of Tarik's reverse image search skil...