That's my girl, large and in-charge. Okay, teensy-weensy and in charge.

Gunn ,'Just Rewards (2)'


Natter 78: I might need to watch some Buffy for inspiration

Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, duct tape, butt kicking, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.


Steph L. - Sep 23, 2025 9:40:41 am PDT #9388 of 9538
this mess was yours / now your mess is mine

According to Instagram the Rapture is today??

See, when I first saw something about the Rapture being this week I am quite certain it was supposed to be on Wednesday. Typical.

When I googled it last night, the top answer said the Rapture would be today OR tomorrow. And, you know, I've got a lot scheduled, so they really need to be more precise about this.

For instance, I am about to go pick up Tim from chemo treatment #3 (4 more to go), stop at CVS for liquid oxycodone for him (he's already at that point with pain in his mouth and throat), and then edit a long article with very confusing percentages. If I knew I was going to be Raptured, I'd just stay put. (Who am I kidding? I am definitely not going to be Raptured.)


Laura - Sep 23, 2025 11:07:28 am PDT #9389 of 9538
Our wings are not tired.

Rapture might be an improvement. I'm open to alternatives.


Sheryl - Sep 23, 2025 2:14:52 pm PDT #9390 of 9538
Fandom means never having to say "But where would I wear that?"

Timelies all!

My mom officially went into hospice care today. I flew down on Friday afternoon, spent much of Saturday and Sunday in her hospital room, and flew back Sunday night. (The flight was 2 hours late taking off due to mechanical issues, so I didn't get home until after midnight.) It was really hard seeing her like this. She slept most of the time. When she was awake, she didn't recognize me.(She didn't recognize my brother when he was down earlier in the week) Her kidneys have cleared up, but there's an infection and fluid in her lungs that wasn't responding to treatment.

No one knows how long she has. At least the last thing I said to her before I left was "I love you".


lisah - Sep 23, 2025 7:55:48 pm PDT #9391 of 9538
Punishingly Intricate

I’m so sorry, Sheryl


Karl - Sep 23, 2025 8:59:20 pm PDT #9392 of 9538
I adore all you motherfuckers so much -- PMM.

That's rough, Sheryl. Love and supportive vibes to you and yours.


Consuela - Sep 23, 2025 10:05:25 pm PDT #9393 of 9538
We are Buffistas. This isn't our first apocalypse. -- Pix

Strength and peace to you and your family, Sheryl.


brenda m - Sep 24, 2025 7:18:25 am PDT #9394 of 9538
If you're going through hell/keep on going/don't slow down/keep your fear from showing/you might be gone/'fore the devil even knows you're there

I’m so sorry Sheryl. I’m glad you got that moment with her, even though it’s not what you would have hoped for. Even if she’s not really aware, I do believe the love and care comes through.


-t - Sep 24, 2025 7:30:33 am PDT #9395 of 9538
I am a woman of various inclinations and only some of the time are they to burn everything down in frustration

{{{Sheryl}}}


Matt the Bruins fan - Sep 24, 2025 7:31:41 am PDT #9396 of 9538
"I remember when they eventually introduced that drug kingpin who murdered people and smuggled drugs inside snakes and I was like 'Finally. A normal person.'” —RahvinDragand

I'm sorry Sheryl. Peace and grace to your mom.


Laura - Sep 24, 2025 8:11:04 am PDT #9397 of 9538
Our wings are not tired.

I'm sorry, Sheryl. I agree with Brenda, I know she felt you love.