These are a few of my favorite things.

[rogueslayer452]

There's been so many distressing and upsetting things happening lately, so here's a list of some of the things that have been a happy distraction to keep me from doomscrolling, especially within the last week.


** We've been taking care of the neighborhood community cats for over two years now, mostly putting out food and water and making sure they have enough shade and comfort the best we can in our backyard (and front yard, but mostly the back). We have some regulars and some we only see occasionally, but seeing them everyday has been a daily joy regardless.

** I mentioned previously about being so excited for the newest Dimension 20 campaign, Never Stop Blowing Up (watch the first episode on YT here), but really I've been just devouring D20 and just Dropout shows lately. I've been revisiting certain campaigns (A Court Of Fey And Flowers and The Seven) and getting into new seasons (Fantasy High: Junior Year, Make Some Noise, Game Changer) and new shows that dropped on their platform (Smartypants), it's been such a saving grace for me to have this kind of entertainment and the laughs, which is greatly needed. Hell, even though I'm subscribed to the service I still watch fan compilations that are recommended to me on YouTube, just because it always makes me smile reliving certain random moments.

** Dreamcatcher just released their 10th mini album titled Virtuous, and I've been obsessing over it, specifically with their songs "JUSTICE" and "2 Rings". They never miss. ❤

** After a period of not feeling motivated or being in the right headspace to do so, I'm finally watching some new movies. Some which I had been wanting to watch, and others I just discovered and was curious about. I'll most likely write reviews for them soon, because I have thoughts. (Note: they will be of the horror/scifi variety, since those are my favorite genres.)

** Meet You At The Blossom has finally premiered and while I'm waiting for a good chunk of episodes to be released to watch, just seeing the gifsets from it has me absolutely giddy.

** It actually got cooler recently, which I'm relieved by, because we experienced a prolonged heat wave that was absolutely unbearable. It is still hot outside, but it's no longer going to be in the triple digit range and stepping outside doesn't feel like an overpowered sauna.

** And, of course, fandom. That is always a good distraction.

Comments

[blackcatofmisery]

The heat's been awful by me, too. I do not handle heat well, and adding the high humidity, it really is like a sauna. It feels thick outside. My pets are feeling it, too; they have no motivation to move until the spot they're laying in gets too warm. uu

=^..^=~

[rogueslayer452]

Yeah, the thickness outside is what makes it super unbearable and uncomfortable. I'm glad that it's mostly passed now, but still. This is why summer is my least favorite season, honestly.

[blackcatofmisery]

Heavy same.

[profiterole_reads]

*pets the kitties* Well, if there are some that want to.

[rogueslayer452]

There are quite a few that very much appreciate the pets. I'm unfortunately allergic to cats, but that doesn't stop me from petting them with gloves, or mostly just allowing them to decide if they want to rub against me. :)

[corvidology]

Sometimes distraction is the best we can do. ♥

[rogueslayer452]

It really is. It can be easy to slip into doomscrolling when chaos has erupted and it's everywhere, especially online, but finding a nice distraction can ease up those defeatist and stressful emotions.

[verdande_mi]

Certainly favoruite things are needed these days!

Cats <3

[rogueslayer452]

They are. Everything is too stressful, the news, politics, even though yes I want to be informed it becomes too much that I need a healthy dose of distractions away from that. This includes IRL stresses, as well.

[cruel_summer]

Glad you have some happy distractions!

[night_owl_9]

I still have to catch up on a couple of their campaigns, but I love what Dimension 20 is doing :)

Ugh, the heat has been unbearable here too.

[author_by_night]

What you're doing for those cats is very nice. :) I can imagine it's a joy to see.

Fandom is a good distraction, yes. :)

[rogueslayer452]

I'm a dog person, but that doesn't meant that I don't like cats. Far from it, in fact. I'm just unfortunately allergic to them, but that doesn't mean I cannot care for them to the best of my ability. I never thought taking care of our neighborhood cats would be something that I would partake in let alone enjoy, because they're not ours (except they are, in a way, some have already "claimed" our home as their safe base to rest), but here I am. :)

[elizalavelle]

I love that you're taking care of the cats! What a good thing to do!

I'm thinking of getting a Dropout subscription, everything I see from them is fun.

Yay for Summer heat easing up a bit for you!

[rogueslayer452]

Thank you. They're such a delight. And as always, it only started out with one cat and now I have plentiful who come around daily. It brightens my day getting to see them, especially the days seeing the ones who only pop up occasionally. :)

Yes, do it if you're able to! Dropout is easily the best subscription I've gotten. It's totally worth it.

[potentiality_26]

Yay for happy distractions!

[rogueslayer452]

:D

[haebin]

...because we experienced a prolonged heat wave that was absolutely unbearable.
I feel this so, so much. And I am absolutely tired of Summer.

[rogueslayer452]

I'm hoping that it will finally end because we just got another smallish heat wave that is supposed to end after today, and if true then thank fuck I'm so tired of it being gross outside.

[haebin]

We are coming in another heatwave. T_T
I do not want this. :(

[pianogurl330]

I'm glad you have some distractions and that is so lovely about feeding the cats!

[rogueslayer452]

It's very nice to see my cat friends every day, even the ones that show up occasionally it's always special. :)