un: mason | text

[ingestion]

hey there,

first of all I wanted to say thank you to everyone who came to my party last month, and a huge thank you to gorgug for helping me out. I really had a lot of fun with everyone and getting to know each of you a little better.

on that note, I got to know some of you a lot better, and it made me realize we all have something in common. the need for human connection and support for all of the things that seem to bother us or have us concerned. So I had a bit of an idea, especially since it seems I'm going to be in Etraya for a while.

back home I worked for a while at a youth crises center as the person who answered calls and helped out others. I want to offer something similar here, and while I know it's tricky to keep things anonymous, it looks like I'm able to get a dedicated line for this. I also wanted to setup a little hub for those who want to talk and share in person. I can't offer advice, but I can offer a shoulder to lean on and someone to vent to (me!)

so I guess I'm just asking for another favor again- if anyone has any items they can donate, or help me find items to spruce up the office I'd appreciate it. I want to create a warm and safe environment for anyone who wants to swing by. let me know your thoughts too! I can use any and all help.

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text. @wild.flower

[hasitsthorns]

thank YOU guys for hosting a good time!!

I think this is also a great idea!
I can probably provide flowers, if you need
floriography isn't my specialty or anything, but I like them enough to know what certain ones mean and all that to help send the right message

[ingestion]

I'm glad you enjoyed yourself!

flowers huh? I think that's actually a great idea. it could really help provide a good environment for the 'office'. it won't be too much of a burden to source them will it?

[hasitsthorns]

nah, not at all!!
I hang out with the wolves in the forested areas already
so I can find some nice flowers, I think
Or ask Aurora for some

[ingestion]

is that safe for your dog?

or do you hang out with them alone?

( she's going to put aside any talk of flowers right now because her mind is running wild trying to figure out what rosie means by that exactly.

don't mind her as she's picturing a wild she-wolf running a pack or two. )

[hasitsthorns]

oh, Smokey gets on alright with them
but I was taking care of them before I got him, so
sometimes I go on my own still

back when all that black goop started happening for a bit
some of the wolves got infected
so I wanted to make sure the others were okay

[ And despite her trying to communicate with them, too, they'd been... unreachable. She can't speak to them directly or anything, but- Like recognizes like, maybe, and the regular wolves don't mind her company. ]

text; un: champion

[twin_blade]

Nothing says 'safe space' like a potted plant.

[ingestion]

a potted plant and one of those motivational posters that says-

'hang in there' with a cute cat haha.

[twin_blade]

Those definitely make me want to bare my soul.

But it sounds good. Doing something helpful with your time.

[ingestion]

I'm laying it on a bit too thick huh? okay maybe an emotional support pet would be better.

and thanks, I mean I just...it's hard to say why but I felt like a lot of people could use someone to talk to, to vent. at my party it just seemed that way.

[twin_blade]

I'm sure you're right. There must be a lot weighing on people's minds. Especially with no idea what's happening at home.

un: jaycetalis | audio

[hexcope]

Any interest in, uh...

An old rug, a side table with three legs, and an empty picture frame?

un: mason | audio

[ingestion]

( there's some hesitation in heather's voice, unsure of if this was one of the people cait had warned her about. once she confirmed for herself it wasn't, she finally responded with a rather amused tone. )

As long as you aren't trying to get rid of old junk through this 'donation' I'll happily accept it.

[hexcope]

Well, I'm not, but someone was. I'm at the junkyard. Which on second thought, let's not go for the rug.

[Bugs...]

The picture frame should be safe.

[ingestion]

You know-

( and with a more annoyed expression this time. )

If I wanted to go hunting for old crap, I would have gone to the junkyard myself. So while you're there, try and keep an eye out for pristine items that ended up there. No rugs, couches, or anything that could be filled with critters.

[hexcope]

[Wow, she got annoyed quick.]

If it was pristine when it was dropped off, it's not going to be pristine now. Sometimes there's hidden treasures in a junkyard. You're not giving the three-legged table a fair chance.

Text; un: hound

[cantilevers]

Unfortunately I just arrived so my personal affects were sorely lacking when it comes to donations. However, I just wanted to say that I appreciate you putting this idea out there.

No doubt there are people who should talk and won't and those that will talk and shouldn't. If you ever need to talk to someone with all the heavy stuff that might be laid on you, I can offer that for you.

I'm just a random guy, so take that as you will.

text | un: mason

[ingestion]

( when heather made this post, she wasn't quite expecting for someone to be worried about her- to offer her support. she wasn't sure what would be getting into doing it for others, but this was comforting to her.

no matter what missions they were put through, or ordeals, they all had each other for support in the end. )

thank you, and sorry about having to arrive here without much. have you been able to settle in okay?

and I appreciate that, I have a few friends here already but I'll keep you in mind too.

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[cantilevers]

[He didn't expect much from the offer. It was less about being a shoulder to lean on and more letting her know she was supported even from random strangers. He knew he should use the service himself, but... he would not at present.]

Yes, of course. This place has been generous. I have a room, a punching bag and bed where my feet don't hang off the end.

Of course. Make sure you're supporting yourself, that's all. This sort of work can be a lot.

[ingestion]

well it sounds like you're off to a better start than I was when I arrived.

( the interesting food trucks with their effects certainly helped her make a name for herself. )

you're right, I appreciate it. when did you arrive anyways?

[cantilevers]

I won't complain, no. How did you happen to arrive?

Last month. I'm only just getting out in the world and meeting people.

text (sob im sorry i took 30 years)

[codicies]

I don't have anything to donate but I got a little bug who likes to push furniture around

[ a picture comes in of a hercules beetle that is bigger than the hand holding it. ]

and im pretty good at moving stuff around, too. if you need some help getting the place set up.

no worries, I was mia for a bit ;;

[ingestion]

that's one cool bug. do you think he'd like to meet my rat?

( in return he gets a picture of a white and brown rat, wearing a little cowboy hat. )

yeah? I'll take the help when I finally get a place to set up. shouldn't take me too long, just need to get more 'points' and ask for it.

[codicies]

Absolutely. They look like instant bestie material. Maybe I can even find a matching hat for Jake.

Oh yeah, the points. Wild that we have stuff provided for us like food and housing but apparently we still need currency for some reason.

[ingestion]

actually I was speaking to a friend of mine about looking through the stores here to make items for mr. cheese. I can make your friend a hat if you want?

( it won't be anything too fancy or complex, but at least she can kinda sew a little. )

I'm starting to think it's a way to keep us compliant. if we behave, we get rewarded. not that I need such a thing to be nice to people.

[codicies]

That would be amazing. Might need to put it on his throax instead of the head just cuz of how big his horn is.

Yeah, in my experience the more stuff people have, the bigger assholes they are. But maybe that's the point. Give us something to lose so we trust each other less, i guess?