What I'm Doing Wednesday
Apr. 15th, 2026 07:09 pm![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png){kind=small}
sagegnu MinoanMiss/Rubynye/Ny
The memorial was so lovely. I cried a lot. I miss her so much.
books
Overthrow: America's Century of Regime Change from Hawaii to Iraq by Stephen Kinzer. 2006. Imperialism is so gross.
The Brothers: John Foster Dulles, Allen Dulles & Their Secret World War by Stephen Kinzer. 2013. These guys were such jackasses. I only knew about their Latin American horrors, not the rest of it.
Right Ho, Jeeves by P.G. Wodehouse. 1934. My Wodehouse is all over the place and I didn't keep track of what I read when, so I'm rereading. This was cute and fast-paced.
The Jeeves Omnibus Vol. 1 by P.G. Wodehouse.
Thank You, Jeeves: Really pissed off at Bertie's repeated "n-word minstrels", and the disaster blackface, augh, though Jeeves at least uses "negro." SIGH. I guess it was 1934, but GAH.
The Code of the Woosters: a bit tedious. Needed more Dahlia. 1937.
The Inimitable Jeeves: Needed more Jeeves and less gambling. 1923.
healthcrap
Had an allergy shot Monday and I need one more to get back on maintenance after falling behind.
taxes
I tried twice today to free-file my taxes, only to get to the end of the long long long process and have then say, no, this isn't free after all. So I paid a semi-random amount and got an extension. I think I got an extension. Did I get an extension? Now I need to double check. Gah.
#resist
May 1: No Kings 4
I hope you're all doing well! <333
The memorial was so lovely. I cried a lot. I miss her so much.
books
Overthrow: America's Century of Regime Change from Hawaii to Iraq by Stephen Kinzer. 2006. Imperialism is so gross.
The Brothers: John Foster Dulles, Allen Dulles & Their Secret World War by Stephen Kinzer. 2013. These guys were such jackasses. I only knew about their Latin American horrors, not the rest of it.
Right Ho, Jeeves by P.G. Wodehouse. 1934. My Wodehouse is all over the place and I didn't keep track of what I read when, so I'm rereading. This was cute and fast-paced.
The Jeeves Omnibus Vol. 1 by P.G. Wodehouse.
Thank You, Jeeves: Really pissed off at Bertie's repeated "n-word minstrels", and the disaster blackface, augh, though Jeeves at least uses "negro." SIGH. I guess it was 1934, but GAH.
The Code of the Woosters: a bit tedious. Needed more Dahlia. 1937.
The Inimitable Jeeves: Needed more Jeeves and less gambling. 1923.
healthcrap
Had an allergy shot Monday and I need one more to get back on maintenance after falling behind.
taxes
I tried twice today to free-file my taxes, only to get to the end of the long long long process and have then say, no, this isn't free after all. So I paid a semi-random amount and got an extension. I think I got an extension. Did I get an extension? Now I need to double check. Gah.
#resist
May 1: No Kings 4
I hope you're all doing well! <333
Write Every Day: Intro
Apr. 15th, 2026 04:36 pmsanguinityWhat Is Write Every Day?
A roving writing support community, with a bias toward encouraging a daily writing habit. It's a decentralized community, without moderators or a fixed home; hosting duties are passed around among members of the community.carenejeans hosted the first half of April; I'm hosting the second half, starting on the sixteenth. (By my time-zone: tomorrow.) zwei_hexen keeps a list of who volunteered to host when.. No one is yet scheduled for May -- it could be you!
( FAQ )
Housekeeping
As host, I'll be publishing daily check-in posts, distributing encouragement in the comments, and keeping a tally of who checked in what day. I'm in Pacific Daylight Time (UTC -7), and plan to post the daily check-in during my evening. (About when this post went up.) I know my proposed posting time is very late for many people, so don't feel you have to wait for the new day's post -- just check in on the most recent post whenever is convenient for you. Whatever post you use, please include what day you're checking in for, so I can keep the tally straight.
I'll also be using a consistent tag for these check-in posts ("write every day") so feel free to block or follow that, depending on your interest.
If you have any questions, or wish to check-in ahead of tomorrow's post, the comments are open! Welcome!
A roving writing support community, with a bias toward encouraging a daily writing habit. It's a decentralized community, without moderators or a fixed home; hosting duties are passed around among members of the community.
carenejeans hosted the first half of April; I'm hosting the second half, starting on the sixteenth. (By my time-zone: tomorrow.) zwei_hexen keeps a list of who volunteered to host when.. No one is yet scheduled for May -- it could be you! ( FAQ )
Housekeeping
As host, I'll be publishing daily check-in posts, distributing encouragement in the comments, and keeping a tally of who checked in what day. I'm in Pacific Daylight Time (UTC -7), and plan to post the daily check-in during my evening. (About when this post went up.) I know my proposed posting time is very late for many people, so don't feel you have to wait for the new day's post -- just check in on the most recent post whenever is convenient for you. Whatever post you use, please include what day you're checking in for, so I can keep the tally straight.
I'll also be using a consistent tag for these check-in posts ("write every day") so feel free to block or follow that, depending on your interest.
If you have any questions, or wish to check-in ahead of tomorrow's post, the comments are open! Welcome!
The Sunnydale Herald Newsletter, Wednesday, April 15
Apr. 15th, 2026 11:06 pmveronyxk84 posting in ![[community profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/community.png){kind=small}
su_herald
WILLOW: So scabby demon got away?
BUFFY: Scabby demon number two got away. Scabby demon number one, big check in the slay column.
WILLOW: I don't like this whole no mouth thing. It's disquieting.
BUFFY: Well, no mouth means no teeth. Unless they have them somewhere else...
BUFFY: Scabby demon number two got away. Scabby demon number one, big check in the slay column.
WILLOW: I don't like this whole no mouth thing. It's disquieting.
BUFFY: Well, no mouth means no teeth. Unless they have them somewhere else...
The Sunnydale Herald is looking for at least one new editor. Contributing to the Herald is a great way to get your Buffy on! Find out more here.
[Drabbles & Short Fiction]
- Silent Night (Buffy, PG) by badly_knitted
- [COLLECTION] Rare Kink Buffet 2026: A Prompt Fest | 2 works for AtS (various ships, E) by unrevealed creators
- [COLLECTION] Rare Kink Buffet 2026: A Prompt Fest | 4 works for BtVS (various ships and ratings) by unrevealed creators
- A Watcher doesn't panic. (Giles, Jenny, Buffy, T) by NorbertoMcFlirto
- Old News, But a Revelation All the Same (Angel/Spike, G) by xaeyrnofnbe
- A coke with a cutie (Buffy, Dawn, G) by Gohstface
- Reminiscense (Drusilla/Buffy, E) by Severina_Blue
- Drabbles 30 – Tilted Mirror (Buffy, Willow, Giles, Xander, G) by Aadler
- One last goodbye (Drusilla/Buffy, G) by Severina_Blue
- this certainly won't bite him in the ass (Angel/Spike, G) by Chaotic_Wag
- It was Tuesday. (Buffy/Spike, T) by Pomegranate_oolong
- Good Girl (Angel/Fred Burkle/Spike, E) by Kittenwritings
[Chaptered Fiction]
- Moments, Chapter 6/? (Buffy/Giles, M) by KatyAmberAuthor
- First Light, Chapter 2/? (Giles/Jenny, Giles/Ethan, M) by jannacore
- A Stake In The Family, Chapter 17/? (Buffy/Spike, M) by voidslayerworks98
- Infinitely, Chapter 97/? (Willow/Tara, M) by Laragh
- The Seal of Solomon, Chapter 4/? (Buffy/Giles, E) by Cosmic__Cowgirl
- He used to be Mine, Chapter 15/15 (Buffy/Spike, not rated) by DeamonQueen
- Summers and Winters, Chapter 1/? (Buffy/Spike, HP xover, G) by PensivePensieve
- Always and Forever, Chapter 16/? (Willow/Tara, M) by storiwr
- A Bloody Tricky Tale, Chapter 2 (Buffy/Spike, PG-13) by Willow25
- And no net ensnares me, Chapter 7 (Buffy/Spike, NC-17) by Sirabella
- Restructuring Reality [Series Part 3], Chapter 21 (Buffy/Spike, NC-17) by Ragini
- the adventures of Ciri and Boots, Chapter 5 (Buffy/Spike, G) by flootzavut
- A Very Dangerous Game, Chapters 20-21 (Buffy/Spike, NC-17) by Maxine Eden
- Everyone And their Mother, Chapters 3-4 (Buffy/Spike, R) by Tikiriaaa
- And no net ensnares me, Chapter 7 (Buffy/Spike, NC-17) by Sirabella
- the adventures of Ciri and Boots, Chapter 5 (Buffy/Spike, G) by flootzavut
[Images, Audio & Video]
- Artwork: DO YOU THINK THEY’LL LET YOU? (Spike, mildly suggestive) by rabbitmotifs
- Crafts: An old repurposed paint box with some plastic creatures because I was reminded recently this bag of Buffy’s exists (worksafe) by thegothicalice
- Gifset: Spike’s Tracking Chip Removal | 4x13 The I in Team (Spike, Scoobies, worksafe) by victorfreakenste1n
- Pixel Art: [Spike as a pony] (worksafe) by derpidydooo
- Pixel Art: Willow! A classic look from Willow in a pair of overalls and a very rustic red sweater (worksafe) by dglsmcmffnpnts
- Artwork: art of Drusilla incredibly focused on Kendra’s scar (worksafe) by sideartblog999
[Reviews & Recaps]
- 5.01 Buffy vs Dracula | 5.02 Real Me by boatshoesbreadsticksandbastards
- Btvs s5-7 rewatch liveblog!! 5.03 The Replacement by boatshoesbreadsticksandbastards
- Btvs s5-7 rewatch liveblog!! 5.04 Out of My Mind by boatshoesbreadsticksandbastards
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer S3E18 "Earshot" Recap & Review (Major Slayage) by Major Slayage - A Buffy Rewatch Podcast
- Old School Bangel Comic by CandidateHefty329
[In Search Of]
- ISO: does anyone know what shirt [Buffy] is wearing in the musical episode? requested by Zestyclose_Ice_5279
[Fandom Discussions]
- Angel for the character ask game? by lycanpunk666
- Kinda sad when you think about Buffy and Giles’s relationship pre s6 and post by lxvespxffy
- Anya for the ask game by lycanpunk666
- your character ask game: Cordelia (Chase, ofc) by evanescence-ep
- Willow? [Ask game] by evanescence-ep
- Ask game: Dawn or Anya!! by evanescence-ep
- Tara for the ask game by n1-adora-fan
- Willow for the character ask game? by rebornautumn
- ok actually cordelia is such a badass from day 1 by thread-bare-theoretician
- I feel like Maggie Walsh would’ve been a way cooler and effective villain than Adam by beatriceoverwall
- For the character asks… Cordelia Chase! by lycanpunk666
- rewatching buffy & enjoying the fact that the first guy buffy dates in the show is in fact not angel but owen by july-19th-club
- spike phrased everything weird as hell during his soul retrieving quest by deathlesshate
- Giles should have had a past as an alchemist rather than as a wizard by victorfreakenste1n
- BUFFY!! [Ask game] by evanescence-ep
- Faith having the best storylines on Angel by IntelligentPumpkin74
- When to watch Angel? by pythonisssam
- A New Buffy Comic is Coming by AndrewHeard
- Angel is Coming to Tubi (Next Month) by Remarkable-Law-5902
[Articles, Interviews, and Other News]
- CONVENTION: James Marsters to Attend Paris Manga 3-4 October 2026 by dontkillspike
Birdfeeding
Apr. 15th, 2026 03:58 pmysabetwordsmith posting in birdfeedingToday is cloudy and mild. It has been spitting a few drops of water now and then, but the promised storms have not arrived. :/
I fed the birds. I've seen a few sparrows and house finches.
I put out water for the birds.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- While we were out at Whiteside Garden, I picked up a generous clump of wild ginger. :D I also saw a red-headed woodpecker.
We stopped at Home Depot and bought 12 concrete blocks, the kind with two holes, and water sealer. I'm going to make a planting bench with the solid-top pallet that we obtained earlier.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- I planted the clump of wild ginger at the east end of the savanna where moss is growing. I'm going to try establishing a woodland garden there.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- I did some work around the patio.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- I planted the mountain mint in the wildflower garden. This looks similar to the mystery wild mint that I had before, which is among the most popular pollinator plants. If so, that boosts genetic diversity.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- I did more work around the patio.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- I did more work around the patio.
I hauled 6 of the 12 concrete blocks out of the car. For some reason the guy putting them on the flatbed trolley gave me two different kinds; some have flat ends and some have ridges sticking out, and these aren't the kind of blocks meant to interlock.
I am done for the night.
I fed the birds. I've seen a few sparrows and house finches.
I put out water for the birds.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- While we were out at Whiteside Garden, I picked up a generous clump of wild ginger. :D I also saw a red-headed woodpecker.
We stopped at Home Depot and bought 12 concrete blocks, the kind with two holes, and water sealer. I'm going to make a planting bench with the solid-top pallet that we obtained earlier.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- I planted the clump of wild ginger at the east end of the savanna where moss is growing. I'm going to try establishing a woodland garden there.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- I did some work around the patio.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- I planted the mountain mint in the wildflower garden. This looks similar to the mystery wild mint that I had before, which is among the most popular pollinator plants. If so, that boosts genetic diversity.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- I did more work around the patio.
EDIT 4/15/26 -- I did more work around the patio.
I hauled 6 of the 12 concrete blocks out of the car. For some reason the guy putting them on the flatbed trolley gave me two different kinds; some have flat ends and some have ridges sticking out, and these aren't the kind of blocks meant to interlock.
I am done for the night.
April: Rare Words
Apr. 15th, 2026 10:29 pmprisca posting in sweetandshortWelcome to our challenge Rare Words .
In April, we have two words:
Apricate = to bask in the sunshine
Timorous = scared, fearful, or simply shy
Feel free to interpret the prompt as you want. You don't have to use the word itself in your work.
Allowed are fics up to 500 words, small poems such as haiku or tanka, icons (100 x 100px), and graphics (maximum 500 x 500px).
All fandoms, genres, and ratings are welcome. Original works and real-person works are fine, too.
Please tag your work with all relevant tags.
This challenge runs until April 30, midnight in your timezone.
:::
Challenge Reminder:
10 out of 20
This and That
In April, we have two words:
Apricate = to bask in the sunshine
Timorous = scared, fearful, or simply shy
Feel free to interpret the prompt as you want. You don't have to use the word itself in your work.
Allowed are fics up to 500 words, small poems such as haiku or tanka, icons (100 x 100px), and graphics (maximum 500 x 500px).
All fandoms, genres, and ratings are welcome. Original works and real-person works are fine, too.
Please tag your work with all relevant tags.
This challenge runs until April 30, midnight in your timezone.
:::
Challenge Reminder:
10 out of 20
This and That
Swan mom
Apr. 15th, 2026 03:59 pmribirdnerd posting in birdfeedingThe Mute Swan couple looks to be expecting again...mom has been on this nest consistently for the past week or two. This is the pond down hill from our driveway.
Trails
Apr. 15th, 2026 03:05 pmribirdnerd posting in common_natureI got out to one of our local trails late last week.
This one is an old state park that has been partially developed. It's a fun but small trail that has a variety of habitats for wildlife.
It goes around this drainage pond, which attracts many birds and waterfowl.
Then it passes the condo development, eventually leading to a bike path along the bay.
You can see one of the condos on the right.
This one is an old state park that has been partially developed. It's a fun but small trail that has a variety of habitats for wildlife.
It goes around this drainage pond, which attracts many birds and waterfowl.
Then it passes the condo development, eventually leading to a bike path along the bay.
You can see one of the condos on the right.
Check-In Post - April 15th 2026
Apr. 15th, 2026 07:44 pmbadly_knitted posting in get_knittedHello to all members, passers-by, curious onlookers, and shy lurkers, and welcome to our regular daily check-in post. Just leave a comment below to let us know how your current projects are progressing, or even if they're not.
Checking in is NOT compulsory, check in as often or as seldom as you want, this community isn't about pressure it's about encouragement, motivation, and support. Crafting is meant to be fun, and what's more fun than sharing achievements and seeing the wonderful things everyone else is creating?
There may also occasionally be questions, but again you don't have to answer them, they're just a way of getting to know each other a bit better.
This Week's Question: Does your crafting change with the seasons, certain crafts at certain times of the year?
If anyone has any questions of their own about the community, or suggestions for tags, questions to be asked on the check-in posts, or if anyone is interested in playing check-in host for a week here on the community, which would entail putting up the daily check-in posts and responding to comments, go to the Questions & Suggestions post and leave a comment.
I now declare this Check-In OPEN!
BtVS: Silent Night [Challenge 497: Ghost Town]
Apr. 15th, 2026 06:36 pmbadly_knitted posting in drabble_zoneTitle: Silent Night
Fandom: BtVS
Author:
badly_knittedCharacters: Buffy.
Rating: PG
Written For: Challenge 497: Ghost Town.
Spoilers/Setting: Hush.
Summary: Sunnydale has never been this silent and eerie.
Disclaimer: I don’t own BtVS, or the characters.
A/N: Double drabble.
Silent Night
Write Every Day April 2026 - Day 15
Apr. 15th, 2026 10:31 amcarenejeansWrite Every Day April 2026 - Day 15
This is my last day hosting for this month! Tomorrow, head over to
Quote of the Day:
"Steal from anywhere that resonates with inspiration or fuels your imagination. Devour old films, new films, music, books, paintings, photographs, poems, dreams, random conversations, architecture, bridges, street signs, trees, clouds, bodies of water, light and shadows. Select only things to steal from that speak directly to your soul. If you do this, your work (and theft) will be authentic."
— Jim Jarmusch, quoted in Austin Kleon's Steal Like an Artist.
My Check-In:
Alibi sentence! Because, er, I was lazy! ;-)
Tally
( Days 1-13 )
Day 14:badly_knitted, carenejeans, china_shop, cornerofmadness, dswdiane, sanguinity, sylvanwitch, the_siobhan, trobadora
Day 15:china_shop
Let me know if I missed you, or if you wrote but didn't check in yet. And remember, you can join in at any time!
This is my last day hosting for this month! Tomorrow, head over to sanguinity's place. See you there!
Quote of the Day:
"Steal from anywhere that resonates with inspiration or fuels your imagination. Devour old films, new films, music, books, paintings, photographs, poems, dreams, random conversations, architecture, bridges, street signs, trees, clouds, bodies of water, light and shadows. Select only things to steal from that speak directly to your soul. If you do this, your work (and theft) will be authentic."
— Jim Jarmusch, quoted in Austin Kleon's Steal Like an Artist.
My Check-In:
Alibi sentence! Because, er, I was lazy! ;-)
Tally
( Days 1-13 )
Day 14:
badly_knitted, carenejeans, china_shop, cornerofmadness, dswdiane, sanguinity, sylvanwitch, the_siobhan, trobadoraDay 15:
china_shopLet me know if I missed you, or if you wrote but didn't check in yet. And remember, you can join in at any time!
Another Scheme [913: Hatch]
Apr. 15th, 2026 06:13 pmbadly_knitted posting in torchwood100Title: Another Scheme
Author:
badly_knittedCharacters: Tosh, Jack, Ianto.
Rating: PG
Written For: Challenge 913: Hatch.
Spoilers: Nada.
Summary: Someone is trying to use Torchwood to make money.
Disclaimer: I don’t own Torchwood, or the characters.
A/N: Double drabble.
Week 490: Amnesty Round
Apr. 15th, 2026 01:00 pmsweettartheart posting in 100wordsEvery tenth week on 100words is Amnesty Week, when all previous prompts are fair game. Did you miss a prompt the first time around? Write it now! Want to write a prompt again? Please do!
Your response should be exactly 100 words long. You do not have to include the prompt in your response -- it is meant as inspiration only.
Please use the appropriate prompt tag with your response.
Please put your drabble under a cut tag if it contains potential triggers, mature or explicit content, or spoilers for media released in the last month.
If you would like a template for the header information you may use this:
Subject: Original - Title (or) Fandom - Title
Post:
Title:
Original (or) Fandom:
Rating:
Notes:
Here's the template as code for easier pasting:
If you are a member of AO3 there is a 100 Words Collection!
The prompts are:
489. Curse
488. Crown
487. Quest
486. Coincidence
485. Innocent
484. Lament
483. Gravity
482. Neutral
481. Roar
( Earlier prompts )
100words is Amnesty Week, when all previous prompts are fair game. Did you miss a prompt the first time around? Write it now! Want to write a prompt again? Please do!Your response should be exactly 100 words long. You do not have to include the prompt in your response -- it is meant as inspiration only.
Please use the appropriate prompt tag with your response.
Please put your drabble under a cut tag if it contains potential triggers, mature or explicit content, or spoilers for media released in the last month.
If you would like a template for the header information you may use this:
Subject: Original - Title (or) Fandom - Title
Post:
Title:
Original (or) Fandom:
Rating:
Notes:
Here's the template as code for easier pasting:
If you are a member of AO3 there is a 100 Words Collection!
The prompts are:
489. Curse
488. Crown
487. Quest
486. Coincidence
485. Innocent
484. Lament
483. Gravity
482. Neutral
481. Roar
( Earlier prompts )
WIP Challenge Check-in, Day 15 -- Wednesday
Apr. 15th, 2026 08:48 amlinaewen posting in writethisfanficHello on Wednesday! Sorry for missing yesterday -- anyway, how are things going in the world of fic?
Did you write?
- Yes!
- No!
- Not yet!
If yes, what kind of writerly activity did you engage in? How do you feel about it?
If no, what were the obstacles/situations that affected your writerly pursuits? What will you do differently tomorrow to get more writing done?
If not yet, because the day hasn't gotten going yet, what kind of writing activity are you planning (or hoping) to accomplish?
Did you write?
- Yes!
- No!
- Not yet!
If yes, what kind of writerly activity did you engage in? How do you feel about it?
If no, what were the obstacles/situations that affected your writerly pursuits? What will you do differently tomorrow to get more writing done?
If not yet, because the day hasn't gotten going yet, what kind of writing activity are you planning (or hoping) to accomplish?
Writing - April 2026
Apr. 15th, 2026 01:17 pmsmallhobbitLike yesterday, I'm posting early on this. It's unlikely I'll have the time for writing while I'm away, so, although there might be a few drabbles, I don't expect to make much progress. This month I've written about 4.5K words, bringing my total to 37.5K, which, hopefully I will make up for over the summer.
Forallbingo Flower Challenge, using the Dancing with Daffodils prompts, I wrote four double drabbles, A Spring Morning in the Garden, an ACD Holmes retirement story.
Andwhatif_au is running a bingo challenge again this year, so I've written Hudson's Modelling Agency - The New Models a BBC Sherlock/Hamlet crossover and Joining A Band which is a Hobbit movie story.
And here's my banner from last month's allbingo:
For
allbingo Flower Challenge, using the Dancing with Daffodils prompts, I wrote four double drabbles, A Spring Morning in the Garden, an ACD Holmes retirement story. And
whatif_au is running a bingo challenge again this year, so I've written Hudson's Modelling Agency - The New Models a BBC Sherlock/Hamlet crossover and Joining A Band which is a Hobbit movie story.And here's my banner from last month's allbingo: