Fifteen Minutes of Scrawl

Time for some more drama! Shekinah, get Sarper a gym membership jfc Shekinah, you should've told Sarper all of this BEFORE he moved to the US Jordan, you should be making some effort too...you're an adult But, yes, Mark should be making an effort too Greg, you're 35...pick up your clothes Oof Shawn's friend is not being the most sensitive Oof and Shawn doesn't do much better Maybe Jordan and Mina have made progress Mark, I feel like you live in a fantasy world I do also feel like there may be some racial undertones to this Jessica, you should've kept your business off TV if you didn't want your kids to know about it Juan, I do hope you're really ready for this life Shawn sucks Greg is giving me the ick Shekinah...why are you friends with this man? Alliya, I agree that this is a sweet gesture by Shawn, but it's not enough Greg, Joan is now in the US...make other choices Greg, Joan brought this up before Greg, you need to be able to support Joan...like...

Spring has sprung? Also, these are in no particular order. Tulips Lilacs Daffodils Crocuses Irises Orchids Lilies Bluebells Snowdrops Roses Lupines Magnolias Hyacinths Forsythias Azaleas (Prompt by me) Photo by Anthony Aird on Unsplash

Time for the makeover challenge!  I love these silly moments the queens have It is so lovely to see them all greet their loved ones Oh, Jewels, I'm so sorry I feel closer to all of the queens now Lexie is having some deep thoughts Wait is Suzie's mom's maiden name really Toot? Law Roach is chaotic I love how daring Lexi's mom is Lexi and her mom look great Sam and her mom are fantastic Suzie and her mom are cute Jewels and her dad look good, but the outfits aren't as intricate as others I think they're going to clock Onya for a lack of "family resemblance" Even though we already had two saves this season, I hope no one goes home this episode (it'll be so sad) I thought Lexi was going to be safe I love both Jewels and Onya, but I love Onya a little bit more Yay! A double save! Next time is a multi-part challenge with a photoshoot, interview, and dancing number Next time is maybe a double elimination Can't wait! (Prompt by me) RuPaul's Drag R...

Just some random thoughts.  I have always wondered who gets to be in the crowd at the "After the Final Rose" (besides the returning contestants) I wish Grant's ultimate pick hadn't been spoiled for me (especially because I thought he'd pick Litia both before the episode and during the episode) The Grant and his dad stuff hit me hard Of course it was raining when Grant was agonizing over his decision I loved Litia standing up for herself Oof seems like Grant did Litia dirty Honestly, as did the editors as I feel like they suggested it was going to be Litia too Did Grant really only pick Juliana because Litia wanted kids in 2 years and he wanted them in 3? For the record, I do really like Juliana as well It hit me weird that Grant proposed with the ring that editing had associated with Litia Golden Bachelor in Paradise  will be wild (I wonder if there will be cross-generational pairs--it wasn't clear to me how this was going to work) Jesse is a pretty good host ...

Here are some short pieces based on things that have happened in my life recently. Air Plants I had four empty air plant holders and now I only have three. Don't judge, but my air plants did die (yes, they can die). With some friends, I went to a garden center and bought some new ones. They are, generally, larger than the ones that were there beforehand. They have flowers and/or spindly green tendrils. I like them because of the variety of holders I can use for them honestly. Also, it's just cool to have plants that can exist outside of soil (even if I managed to kill some). Pray for me that I can keep these new ones alive. Clean After losing my dad, I became aware of how dirty my space was. Luckily, I have amazing friends who came over and helped me clean. They swept, vacuumed, scrubed, dusted, washed, and organized. I am not the cleanest person, but my home is usually cleaner than it has been these past few months. With stress, I tend not to clean as much as I usually do and ...

Just some free association now. Star Trek It's a Wonderful Life The Santa Clause The Darwin Awards Top Chef The Simpsons Tuna spaghetti (so also the smell of lemon and garlic) Pesto Gingerbread houses Chicken wings Number games Crosswords Wrapping paper Photography Space (Prompt by me) Photo by Wonderlane on Unsplash

Time for the finale?  This conversation between Gino and Matt is super weird Gino, just let Jasmine go I mean I do think Josh used Natalie to be on TV Natalie, it is weird for you to go to the commitment ceremony alone Josh, you can't be this annoyed that Natalie was okay with you dumping her Josh, you sound like you're dissing all of your exes Oop everyone is weighing in on Gino and Jasmine's open marriage Wow that escalated Gino and Florian are like brothers? Since when? Brandon, I don't quite get why you are so against Julia's parents coming to the US I didn't think Stacey and Florian would break up at this point Sophie wrote a letter to herself? Sophie and Rob should break up Rob, Sophie saying you're not the man of her dreams is hurtful, sure, but I don't think it's weird Okay so Brandon is on board with getting Julia's parents to the US Well Jasmine and Gino are broken up in present day, that's all that matters Also, how long was this c...

Just been thinking about some lighthearted facts I know about my dad. You can read "15 facts about my dad" here . He took piano lessons as a kid He sang in the church choir as a boy in Tennessee He had more than one glass pyramid home for tiny shrimp He had several lava lamps as I grew up He commissioned art based on a photo he took of the reflection of sun setting on his apartment building's windows He took me to see a live alligator at some sort of animal show He liked Turkish Delight He loved my grandma Helen's mac and cheese recipe (although he and I modified it to include more bread crumbs) He made my brohter and me tuna spaghetti pretty much once a week (though the exact origin of the recipe is forgotten beyond "found it in a magazine") He took my brother and me to a sleepover at the Field Museum (we slept by the totem poles) He took my brohter fishing and I was super jealous My grandpa Mischa used to buy him books consistently as gifts My brother wrot...

Time for some drama! Okay a bidet is not crazy, Shekinah Yeah, Shekinah, your place is small I think Jordan and Mark should go to family therapy Like I can't fully blame Jordan for not wanting to do this on TV The throuple is not doing great Omg is Shawn actually cleaning in preparation for Alliya? Aw a cute doggo Wow why did they shave Mahdi's mustache? I agree, Stevi, Mahdi is hot Ho boy, Mahdi misses his parents more and more each day I don't think Stevi needs to be questioning Mahdi's motives Greg, you don't need to buy a house I'm so confused as to how Greg was able to sponsor Joan's visa So like Shawn's house is wild, fair enough, but what I'm more surprised by is that he did not ever give Alliya a virtual tour of his place before her arrival I appreciate Shawn getting an STD test I feel like Baywatch  is a pretty common fantasy, Sarper Greg sure knows a lot of Johns GREG WANTS 10 KIDS BUT WILL SETTLE FOR 4? YOU LIVE WITH YOUR MOTHER I can'...

Yes, this is just another shopping list.  More plants More laundry detergent More dishwasher detergent (is that the right word?) More new pillows More blank cards A chia pet A ring dish An old season of The Bachelorette Another white bookshelf New trashcan New coffee table New jewelry box/display New alligator items New alpaca items New books (I can't be stopped) (Prompt by me) Photo by  Lucrezia Carnelos  on  Unsplash

Time for a monologue challenge!  So the mini challenge is MadLibs Okay this is a pretty fun challenge I agree that Jewels did the best This is a super fun maxi challenge It was nice to see Suzie open up Lana was a clown?! Not a huge fan of Ru's look this week I feel like Suzie took this too seriously Onya and Lexi are doing great Sam and Lana shared important stories, but Sam isn't doing great at the dance part Suzie's ugly dress is pretty great Lol Jewels, that's a burn on your mom Onya I don't get your look but it is funny Lexi's look is so floofy and fun Sam's look is pretty cool Lana...did you just buy Kandy's dress? Aw yay Onya and Lexi are both winners! I think Sam did better (and Sam stays) Next week is the makeover challenge Can't wait! (Prompt by me) RuPaul's Drag Race , MTV Promotional image source

Just some random thoughts.  Overall, great cast of women I didn't think Carolina was quite the villain she was made out to be Grant made some confusing choices (see: Parisa, both keeping her night one and then getting rid of her post the gift of the rocks) I want Alexe or Chloie as next bachelorette I could also see Grant's sister being the next bachelorette Alexe bringing Linda the llama night one is iconic Is Chloie really the first "plus size" model to be on this show? Maybe? (I have not watched every season to be fair) This season had two full dates that were jumping off of tall things, and I'm just like NOPE They are really trying to incorporate people from other seasons/iterations of this show Grant should've waited to say "I love you," to Litia I wonder why the "Women Tell All" episode didn't have the third place finisher (it usually does) It's kind of wild that Zoe made it to final 3 with no one-on-one date I correctly predi...

Time for some wrapping up?  Gino and Jasmine should actually just break up Lol to Jasmine's "buoys" Brandon is doing a thank you? Josh, do you have to give that much thought? Just let her go Gino, you could offer Jasmine SOME intimacy (like hold her hand, hug her) Gino and Jasmine, again, should just break up instead of doing an ENM marriage That bird made me laugh Yes, Josh, you are definitely a large part of the problem I somehow doubt this is 100% the end of Josh and Natalie I feel like Stacey is talking about herself when she's talking about Natalie I'm so glad Gino and Jamsine are broken up in present day Next time they drink to happy endings Next time Rob suggests Jasmine sleep with someone else Next time Florian has vows in his heart Next time Brandon is against Julia's parents coming to the US Next time is the recommitment ceremony Next time Gino dresses in red for some reason Next time is the final episode? I think there isn't a reunion or tell al...

A helpful shopping list for me (many of these are going to be gifts for other people). Anything Leverage  related Alligators and such Star Trek  gifts Mugs Cryptid stuff LOTR  art etc. Slytherin gear Dice Jokey D&D shirts Nerdy kid gear Dragons Broadway inspired items Reality TV things Crossovers of my favorite media New books (Prompt by me) C2E2, ReedPop Logo source

Time for some big emotions.  Shekinah is certainly dedicated, I'll give her that Remind me of Shekinah's job? I'd be so nervous if I was Mahdi THEY FORGOT THE BABY IN THE PLANE Mark is causing problems Oop Any and Matt had sex without Amani Amani, it's pretty clear what Any meant Amani, I get that this is upsetting and that's fair, but you should've talked about this SO MUCH EARLIER I'm so glad Alliya had a good experience Megin, Jessica is fine Ew, Mina, if you think being sexy makes Jordan mad, I'm gonna vomit Shawn, you need to tell your kids...you're on television for gods' sakes Oh wait, Alliya knows that Shawn's kids don't know about her? Oop is Jessica not over Juan cheating? (I think not) House cows are a trend, Shekinah?! A kitchen that you can't cook in, great Great, Shekinah kept stuff secret Stevi's dad is being more chill than I thought he'd be Jordan, yeah it's weird but like is that such a big problem? Jorda...

Hopefully this will motivate me. Note, I do a lot of these things already. Scrub behind my toilet Sweep behind my stove Vacuum everything Wash all of Hoban's stuff thoroughly At least consider getting an iron and figuring that out (lol) Dusy everything Plant my propagations Give away my extra propagations Repot the plants that need it Replant my basil Go through my books and find some I can manage to part with Put those books in little free libraries Sort clothes to give away Find other items to give away Give away things on Buy Nothing (Prompt by me) Photo by JESHOOTS.COM on Unsplash

Time for an acting challenge!  Arrietty was so rude! I do not know this reference Onya, your nails were a great choice Most people did well (or so the editing made me think) I LOVE Ru's look I LOVE Sam's look (especially her makeup) Lana's hair and makeup are beautiful, but the outfit is not for me Onya's look is a bit quirky, but I like it Lydia's makeup is excellent, but, like Lana's outfit, her dress isn't for me Suzie's look is super fun I love Lexi, but I wanted something more for her dress (but I like the veil thingy) Jewels looks great That was pretty good! I think Suzie and Lexi didn't nail it as much as others, but we'll see what the judges say Lexi! You only just got the bit? So glad Onya won, she deserves it I think Lydia is winning? (Until the scissors) And Lana stays (post the scissors, this doesn't surprise me) Lydia had a great exit though Next week is a monologue challenge and order drama Can't wait! (Prompt by me) RuPaul...

It's here in less than a month! There and Back Again: A Lord of the Rings Cast Reunion "Geek King Out!": an interactive geek trivia game show Bellydance 101 with Angel of Azarath Improv D&D DEATH, DICE & DREAD: High Stakes Improvised Suspense Pokebingo Don’t You Forget About Me: The Breakfast Club 40th Anniversary Reunion The Force of Talent: Spotlight on John Boyega Romance Book Swap Good News, Everyone! A Futurama Cast Reunion Dragsplay: The Cross-Section of Cosplay and Drag The Legend Continues: A Critical Role Cast Panel Ten Thousand Pounds a Year: Regency Dance Chicago's Haunted Shrines and the Secret of Children Memorials Court Dancing: +1 Performance, +1 Diplomacy (Prompt by me) C2E2, ReedPop Logo source

Time for an okay episode? Julia is fighting for Gino and Jasmine and really they should just break up So I guess Darcey and Stacey are fine now? I guess Julia slept over with Rob and Sophie? I feel like Stacey and Florian are gonna work it out Gino, I don't think you love Jasmine Gino, then let her go! Josh is not a genius I feel like "bandage" is not a great term Maybe balm would be better? Is Gino really considering an open marriage? Next time is pool and hot tub time Next time is the final group therapy session Next time Natalie for some reason thinks Josh might love her Next time should be good Can't wait! (Prompt by me) 90 Day Fiancé: The Last Resort , TLC Promotional image source

Yes, this is just another shopping list.  Mothman costume Soot sprite costume More toilet paper Gifts for people (from C2E2 and elsewhere) More scented candles New airplants (yes, I did kill some) More indoor plant soil Birthday gift to myself (TBD) More incense that is spring-y-er Wall art from C2E2 More jewelry (from C2E2 and elsewhere) Spring themed mugs More flowers for my apartment New pillows New external hard drive (Prompt by me) Photo by Lucrezia Carnelos on Unsplash

Time for some meetings.  Jessica...you should always cook eggs How did Juan end up with all 4 pillows? Gosh we're here, ya know? Juan is trying so hard to be positive (maybe?) Juan, you're making a good point, but you should tell Jessica, not us Ah so Greg did do something to prepare for Joan's arrival Yes, Joan, you don't need to take care of a grown man in this way Preview of Shawn and Alliya! I hope they don't get married Alliya looks beautiful in this wedding dress It is a green flag that Shawn and his ex-wife are friends Stevi did not even try to put away the boobs I think Mahdi can get used to the cat (eventually) I don't think it would be a catfish if Stevi said she was bi, but it is odd that she's like "I don't like men and I don't like them touching me but I want to marry you (a man)" Well, the easiest thing for Amani and Matt or Any to do is to look for another camera crew "Martini Pat" is great I wonder why Alliya's...

Yes, it was a few days ago, but I can still celebrate! Eat more cake Order my C2E2 costumes Buy new pillows Try to save for C2E2 Purchase new earrings (but which ones...lemme know if you wanna weigh in) Get a manicure Hang up my birthday cards Drink some leftover sweet wine I bought for my party Go through the party photos Hang with family Be on the lookout for some packages coming my way Read some new books with my new bookmarks Enjoy my new scented candle Put my new magnet on my fridge Bask in the warm weather (Prompt by me) "33 anys" by Roger Ferrer Ibáñez .  Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0 Generic .

Time for the roast!  Ha! We're just dunking these queens Villains' Roast! Ah classic order drama Arrietty is stealing jokes??? Oop, Arrietty is maaaad Suzie, placement does matter Sam, Lexi literally took out a second mortgage to be here The villains look fabulous Onya is smart to get Kandy to participate Oh, Arrietty, you're bombing Wait, Arrietty went forward with stealing the jokes??? Sam! Oh, Jewels, I'm so sorry Lana is doing better than I thought! In fact, she's the best so far! Sam did fine, but was her set super short or was that just me? Lydia did quite well Suzie did well too (but Lana remains the best) Lexi is not doing as well as I wanted her to Onya's look is hilarious and fashion Arrietty is a whoa Jewels is so cute Lana can walk like no other Sam looks great Lydia sure does have a certain look I love Suzie's look I love the story behind Lexi's look, but it isn't my favorite look this week Okay, I do love Lydia, but I thought Lana shoul...

I turned 33 yesterday! Here are some goals I have. Catch back up on my podcasts Keep up reading more Do a photoshoot with friends (both as a model and as a photographer) Get something published Write more children's parody books Continue therapy and reaching out for professional help when I need it Travel to Ireland Go to the Mothman Festival Try out the event planner career Help a friend plan her wedding Train Hoban more Craft more pieces for Third Coast Review Dress up splendidly for C2E2 Throw some theme parties Explore my fashion sense more (Prompt by me) "33 anys" by Roger Ferrer Ibáñez . Attribution-ShareAlike 2.0 Generic .

Help me think of a better title! These are just some thoughts I had on a 57 degree day in February. The wind doesn't slice my face, but it does bluster my hair, I sweat in my coat, regailing my past self for assuming the worst of the weather, The ground yields, welcoming my steps once again, I plan a walk, just to walk, The sky shows its beauty, blue without cold. I inhale deeply, soft air filling me. (Prompt by me) Photo by Spencer Eccles_Jones on Unsplash

I turn 33 tomorrow! Secured a second book reviewing gig Threw some awesome parties Froze my eggs (one cycle was when I was 31, but the second was when I was 32) Started reading more Refreshed the photos on my walls Started to really make my apartment a home Handled tough situations with my dad Continued working on myself in therapy Sought answers to some health issues Supported friends Kept up this blog Saw some great plays Tried out new bookstores Braved a photo shoot Went on some travels (Prompt by me) "32" by Peyri Herrera . Attribution-NoDerivs 2.0 Generic .

Time to party again! Gino jokes about Wheaties...sure Rob, you responding is talking to other women Rob and Sophie are like "when we ignore our issues, it's fun" Wait Darcey and Stacey were divorced the same day? Darcey, did you tell Florian he'd be better off single? That's the big question for me Josh and Natalie are gross Boo, Brnadon Ew don't ask if Jasmine licked Gino's toes EW BETWEEN YOUR TOES? I don't think I've heard before frog is a euphemism Wait, Julia, your parents will be staying with you? Florian walked away with two blondes? Yes, Gino, you should be getting a divorce Gino sucks Next time the Julia had a sleepover with Rob and Sophie? Next time Stacey confronts Florian Next time Brandon leaves? Next time looks short tbh Next time should be okay Still looking forward! (Prompt by me) 90 Day Fiancé: The Last Resort , TLC Promotional image source

If I were to make a 1950s-themed diner, I'd want these elements. Only 10 tables numbered 1950-1959 Fact sheet at each table that contains what happened that year (both in the US and abroad) Rotating weird Jell-O dishes Jell-O recipe competitions 1950s music playing (be sure to be representative of all genres) Milkshakes Drive-in 1950s movie showings in the parking lot 1950s fashion for the servers  1950s themed drag brunches ( Some Like it Hot  came out in 1959!) Honestly, limited to 0 Elvis stuff (it's too cliché and he met Priscilla when she was like 14 and it grosses me out--plus he kinda stole a lot of his music and dancing) 1950s themed trivia brunches 1950s themed coloring pages for kids (with history facts!) If it exists, non-problematic 1950s slang used in the names of menu items 1950s dance classes Book talks for books either set in the 1950s or about the history, culture, etc. of the 1950s (Prompt by Kimisha Cassidy) Photo by Lorenzo Nafissi on Unsplash

Time for some familial tension.  I'm wondering if "issues with Clayton's passport" is code for "Clayton's dad didn't give all the permissions" I think the bigger problem is that Amani and Matt haven't talked to Any about their plans to get married Greg's mom will be an issue Stevi, I think Mahdi having doubts is completely normal Shekinah, do your friends even like Sarper? Wait, Mark, you didn't even get diapers? Mark, fly your family somewhere Wait Joan is only 26??? Greg, get an apartment I do want to go to New Orleans Shekinah is not understanding I like Any so far Oh, Any, working in a strip club at 16 does not sound good Omg you even said Joan looked tired, let her go to bed! House rules can wait til morning I hate when Americans on this show are like "wow, look at all the stuff you brought!" in like a negative way because these people are packing up their whole lives! Greg, you should've already cleared out the closet ...

If I were to make a B-movie-themed diner, I'd want these elements. Drive-in B-movie nights in the parking lot A variety of popcorn items on the menu Theater candy for sale B-movie posters as decoration B-movie props as decoration B-movie names for food B-movie trivia brunches B-movie costume contests (monthly?) B-movie pins for the servers to wear (we'll pay for whichever ones they want!) Makers market with at least some B-movie themed items for sale Drag brunches that are B-movie themed Theater seats at tables/booths Rotating B-movie reviews from customers on the back of the menus Writers' get togethers for any genre (but B-movie scripts encouraged) Sell B-movie DVDs (old school, baby) (Prompt by Kimisha Cassidy) Photo by Georgia Vagim on Unsplash

Time for a Betsey Johnson design challenge!  Lydia eating a banana to camera was pretty funny Time for the library! Arrietty isn't great at this This was a fun reading challenge But, I'd like to point out that Lexi is NOT OLD Oop some drama in the picking of collection themes I'm glad they all get time to chat with Betsey Johnson Lana is so young Oof Jewels made a mistake Did Betsey design this Ru look? Jewels looks fantastic (especially her makeup) I am not a fan of Lydia's look I also don't like Suzie's look Kori is beautiful but there are some garment issues So I don't like bows (personal preference) but Onya can sell any garment Lana's look is fun but not the best Arrietty looks incredible Sam's look is super cute I really love Lexi's look (but I also just love Lexi) Yes! Betsey's classic split! I thought Lexi was going to win, but Jewels's look was also great Of course the showmance has to go up against each other I think Lydia is go...