Pride fest bingo row (and a bonus)
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allbingoName: cornerofmadness
Card Theme: Pride fest Bingo
Prompts: Drag, Love Nonbinary, Twink + comfort
Fandoms: Hazbin Hotel, the Owl House
My Card: My Card
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cornerofmadnessCard Theme: Pride fest Bingo
Prompts: Drag, Love Nonbinary, Twink + comfort
Fandoms: Hazbin Hotel, the Owl House
My Card: My Card
( my fills under here )
Round 171: India
Jun. 30th, 2025 08:56 pmtinny posting in iconcolors
Color by COLOURlovers
palette colors
#fff99f
#711e3f
#000000
#eb8265
#ffffff
examples:
geckoholic
abyss_valkyrie
magicrubbish
aestivalis
shinsengumi
This palette was suggested by me - it's one of the few palettes with pure black and white in it. Remember, you can (and are encouraged to!) always suggest color palettes for us to use HERE in the suggestion post!
-create 1-3 icons using the colors in the palettes.
-you do not have to use the exact colors, you can use similar colors, but using the exact shades makes it more fun/challenging.
-any and all fandoms are allowed (this includes stock).
-icons should be 100x100, 60kb or less.
-post your icons to the community as a new post. tag with round: ##, maker: username. an example post can be found here in the rules post.
-have fun!
Your icons are due by 11:59 p.m. EDT/EST on Sunday July 13! (countdown)
Some recent reads, and some that were never finished
Jun. 30th, 2025 09:36 pmanehanI'll Have What He's Having by Adib Khorram
M/M romance. DNF'd in chapter 7. No complaints about the plot, the setting, the characters, etc. The reason for the DNF was the amateurish writing. It's got infodumping, characterisation with a capital C, cringy sex. I felt like I was reading Khorram's daydream about what a cool life would be like. And the frustrating thing is that I think all of these issues were solvable with the help of a good editor. As it is, it's not worth bothering with.
The Darkness Outside Us by Eliot Schrefer
This, on the other hand, is extremely worth bothering with, because it's fantastic. Sci-fi mystery/thriller, with a smattering of M/M romance. I recommend not spoiling yourself for the plot twist beforehand, though from experience I can say that even if you do get spoiled, it's still worth reading.
A Drop of Corruption by Robert Jackson Bennett
The second book in the Shadow of the Leviathan series, and just as good as the first. Mystery with thoughtful depictions of power, responsibility, and the danger of good intentions.
The Game of Kings by Dorothy Dunnett
DNF'd at 16%. This isn't so much an anti-rec as it is a warning, because I think The Game of Kings really requires you to have a better grasp of British history -- especially the Anglo-Scottish Wars -- than I do. It assumes you have a lot of background knowledge about the people and the events, and if you don't, it's often dull reading. It might have got more interesting later on, but there are too many books I really want to read for me to bother finding out.
Kreutzer Sonata by Leo Tolstoy
As far as I can remember, the only work by a Russian author that I'd ever read before this was a short story by Anton Chekhov, which we had to read at school. The reason I picked Kreuzer Sonata up was because I was going to see a ballet based on it soon after, and I'm glad I did. It deals with domestic violence, and yet it's a surprisingly easy read. Anyway, I've now read both a short story and a novella by a famous Russian author. What's next, a whole novel?
(The ballet was good, too, though I think the choreographer had mostly missed the point of the novella.)
M/M romance. DNF'd in chapter 7. No complaints about the plot, the setting, the characters, etc. The reason for the DNF was the amateurish writing. It's got infodumping, characterisation with a capital C, cringy sex. I felt like I was reading Khorram's daydream about what a cool life would be like. And the frustrating thing is that I think all of these issues were solvable with the help of a good editor. As it is, it's not worth bothering with.
The Darkness Outside Us by Eliot Schrefer
This, on the other hand, is extremely worth bothering with, because it's fantastic. Sci-fi mystery/thriller, with a smattering of M/M romance. I recommend not spoiling yourself for the plot twist beforehand, though from experience I can say that even if you do get spoiled, it's still worth reading.
A Drop of Corruption by Robert Jackson Bennett
The second book in the Shadow of the Leviathan series, and just as good as the first. Mystery with thoughtful depictions of power, responsibility, and the danger of good intentions.
The Game of Kings by Dorothy Dunnett
DNF'd at 16%. This isn't so much an anti-rec as it is a warning, because I think The Game of Kings really requires you to have a better grasp of British history -- especially the Anglo-Scottish Wars -- than I do. It assumes you have a lot of background knowledge about the people and the events, and if you don't, it's often dull reading. It might have got more interesting later on, but there are too many books I really want to read for me to bother finding out.
Kreutzer Sonata by Leo Tolstoy
As far as I can remember, the only work by a Russian author that I'd ever read before this was a short story by Anton Chekhov, which we had to read at school. The reason I picked Kreuzer Sonata up was because I was going to see a ballet based on it soon after, and I'm glad I did. It deals with domestic violence, and yet it's a surprisingly easy read. Anyway, I've now read both a short story and a novella by a famous Russian author. What's next, a whole novel?
(The ballet was good, too, though I think the choreographer had mostly missed the point of the novella.)
Sunshine Revival
Jun. 30th, 2025 01:28 pmysabetwordsmith posting in goals_on_dwsunshine_revival has posted a Friending Meme. The calendar of activities is here and the fest will open on July 1. Prompts will appear throughout July which you can fill with any creative activity. It's a great way to make new friends. If your goals include setting seasonal goals, arts and crafts, writing, or making new friends then sunshine_revival can help with that. Use the master post to navigate the event.
2025 Sunshine Revival Master Post
Jun. 30th, 2025 02:27 pmflorianschild posting in sunshine_revivalUse this post to help you navigate your way through the challenge. Consider it your visitor's map of our cheerful sunny carnival.
Introduction Post * Meet the Mods Post * Friending Meme
The Challenges
Coming Soon!
Introduction Post * Meet the Mods Post * Friending Meme
The Challenges
Coming Soon!
Sunshine Revival
Jun. 30th, 2025 01:25 pmysabetwordsmithsunshine_revival has posted a Friending Meme. The calendar of activities is here and the fest will open on July 1. Use the master post to navigate the event.
Friending Meme
Jun. 30th, 2025 01:52 pmflorianschild posting in sunshine_revival
Maybe you struck up a conversation while you waited in line for the roller coaster. Maybe you and a questionably large group of friends all tumbled out of a van and walked in together. However it happened, you're now here at the Carnival with your friends. The best experiences are all the richer for having fun and interesting people to share them with. Let's all get to know each other and make some friends to hold our hands during the scary rides or split a basket of fries with.
Feel free to post your answers in the comments or on your own journal and share a link. See you around the fairgrounds!
Basics
Name:
Age:
Location:
Other blogs/socials:
Dreamwidth Stuff
What do you post about?
How often do you post
What communities, if any, are you involved in?
What kind of accounts do you like to follow?
Fandom Stuff
Fandoms:
Favorite Characters:
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Things you're into but not fannish about:
I Designed This Meme So I Get To Ask Weird Stuff
Explain your username:
Favorite season (it's ok if it's not summer):
What's your vibe?
What is your summeriest fandom? (You can interpret this however you like….):
Opening song on your summer mixtape:
DC-Slash Con Seeking Panel Suggestions Today
Jun. 30th, 2025 12:47 pmamedia posting in sid_guardianDC-Slash is an online convention coming up at the end of July. We still have ONE DAY for people to make panel suggestions (https://www.dcslash.org/dc-slash-con/programming) and I for one would LOVE to see MOAR Asian Drama-related suggestions!!!
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DC-Slash Con Seeking Panel Suggestions Today
Jun. 30th, 2025 12:44 pmamedia posting in c_entDC-Slash is an online convention coming up at the end of July. We still have ONE DAY for people to make panel suggestions (https://www.dcslash.org/dc-slash-con/programming) and I for one would LOVE to see MOAR Asian Drama-related suggestions!!!
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Birdfeeding
Jun. 30th, 2025 12:41 pmysabetwordsmithToday is partly sunny, humid, and hot. It drizzled yesterday evening.
I haven't fed the birds yet, but I've seen a mixed flock of sparrows and house finches. They've put a good dent in the thistle seed again.
EDIT 6/30/25 -- I fed the birds.
I put out water for the birds.
EDIT 6/30/25 -- I refreshed the mosquito dunks.
I refilled the hopper feeder and thistle feeder.
EDIT 6/30/25 -- I did a bit of work around the patio.
EDIT 6/30/25 -- I picked a handful of blackberries. They're coming in nicely. :D
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I haven't fed the birds yet, but I've seen a mixed flock of sparrows and house finches. They've put a good dent in the thistle seed again.
EDIT 6/30/25 -- I fed the birds.
I put out water for the birds.
EDIT 6/30/25 -- I refreshed the mosquito dunks.
I refilled the hopper feeder and thistle feeder.
EDIT 6/30/25 -- I did a bit of work around the patio.
EDIT 6/30/25 -- I picked a handful of blackberries. They're coming in nicely. :D
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Jun. 30th, 2025 10:21 amgreghousesgfHad some Celebration tea. Yesterday I went to my favorite cafe and got a slice of chocolate peanut butter roll cake, it was yummy. Since L. is busy today I've been trying to get some other friends of mine to go with me to trivia night tonight at my neighborhood pub but I don't know if they're interested.
Only Two - HP - The Letter - Harry/Severus
Jun. 30th, 2025 12:22 pmmaraudersaffair posting in sweetandshortTitle: The Letter
Fandom: Harry Potter
Author:maraudersaffair
Pairing: Harry Potter/Severus Snape
Rating: Explicit
Challenge: Only two “I wrote him a long letter, but he may not read it.”
Summary: Harry finally tells Severus how he feels in a letter. Severus agrees to meet him for a drink.
Read Here
Fandom: Harry Potter
Author:
maraudersaffairPairing: Harry Potter/Severus Snape
Rating: Explicit
Challenge: Only two “I wrote him a long letter, but he may not read it.”
Summary: Harry finally tells Severus how he feels in a letter. Severus agrees to meet him for a drink.
Read Here
Pride Month 2025 Bingo - Blackout
Jun. 30th, 2025 12:12 pmsarajayechan posting in allbingoBINGO: Blackout
Challenge: Self-imposed 2025 Pride Month
Prompts: Disaster Gay/Bi, Homophobia, Coming out, Gender nonconforming, Toxic Yaoi/Yuri, Closet Key, Armored Closet/Denial, Asexuality, Gay Bar
Fandoms: RWBY, Doug (Nickelodeon), Chip & Dale's Rescue Rangers/OCs, Revolutionary Girl Utena
Fandoms in icon posts: Hazbin Hotel, Archie comics, Steven Universe, BoJack Horseman, The Owl House, American Horror Story, Legends of Tomorrow, Heartstopper, Arcane, Watchmen, Good Omens, Helluva Boss, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Voltron: Legendary Defender, Futurama, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, Rugrats, Bob's Burgers, Undertale, Fire Emblem Engage, Sailor Moon, Revolutionary Girl Utena, Fushigi Yuugi, Pokémon, Oniisama e
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Challenge: Self-imposed 2025 Pride Month
Prompts: Disaster Gay/Bi, Homophobia, Coming out, Gender nonconforming, Toxic Yaoi/Yuri, Closet Key, Armored Closet/Denial, Asexuality, Gay Bar
Fandoms: RWBY, Doug (Nickelodeon), Chip & Dale's Rescue Rangers/OCs, Revolutionary Girl Utena
Fandoms in icon posts: Hazbin Hotel, Archie comics, Steven Universe, BoJack Horseman, The Owl House, American Horror Story, Legends of Tomorrow, Heartstopper, Arcane, Watchmen, Good Omens, Helluva Boss, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Voltron: Legendary Defender, Futurama, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, Rugrats, Bob's Burgers, Undertale, Fire Emblem Engage, Sailor Moon, Revolutionary Girl Utena, Fushigi Yuugi, Pokémon, Oniisama e
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Game reaction: Relooted
Jun. 30th, 2025 09:39 ambrithistorianA South African video game studio (not a phrase I think I've ever typed before) has created a game called Relooted, a heist game where the objective is to rob museums and steal back African artifacts. I'm pretty sure my computer isn't powerful enough for me to be able to play it once it's released, but I love the idea and I look forward to seeing more games like this.
SOTD: Green Day, "Fancy Sauce"
Jun. 30th, 2025 09:32 ambrithistorianI recent listened to Green Day's latest album Saviors (édition de luxe) for the first time. I liked the whole thing, but I've especially latched on to "Fancy Sauce." The chorus is like a Russian nesting doll of Easter eggs: The tune of the chorus is like a greatly slowed down version of the can-can song (Offenbach?), while the lyrics of the chorus contain call-outs to Suicidal Tendencies ("I'm not crazy, you're the one that's crazy") and Nirvana ("stupid and contagious"). Enjoy!