Hi Lilis, the way you talk about light in the dark make me think about “TLOTR” when Lady Galadriel give everyone of the Frodo the gift of the “Light of Eärensdil’s Star” as a beacon of hope and to bring light in a dark place when all other light seems to have gone out. We all Cary such light only few of us embrace it and use the power appropriately. Stay positive you’ll always be noticed even if not here. You have the light and the right individuals will notice as well as embrace you for it.   Peace, Hugs and Happiness, Silas L.   PS - If you ever need anyone to talk to I’ll listen and if you need advice I’m here. 

https://people.com/survivor-star-teeny-chirichillo-comes-out-as-a-transgender-man-11712219     It's great to see anyone discover themselves and live their true life.  Congrats, Teeny!     Carolyn Marie

https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/trans-pilot-falsely-blamed-potomac-plane-crash-sues-conservative-influ-rcna200474     I home she wins and bankrupts the jerk.   Carolyn Marie

https://montanafreepress.org/2025/04/08/felony-bill-for-parents-doctors-of-trans-minors-voted-down-by-bipartisan-house-coalition/     There appears to be a few reasonably astute and thoughtful Republican legislators in Montana.  How refreshing!   Carolyn Marie

Few people love someone with true passion,  even while they suspect that true passion is the unique spark of their hope and their love.   

Gotta have some Johnny Cash...    

Tired and depressed today. Nothing seems to be going right. I really just want to curl up in a ball and sleep.   It is also not a happy day here, generally. April 9th is a day of mourning. 160 years ago today, the surrender of the Confederate Army was signed, and the second American Revolution was lost.  The oppression of the federal government has only intensified since then. 

I love reading these wholesome updates from you, Ainsley. Given from what you told us you experienced historically, the "normal teenage" stories make me so happy for you. Also, it's nice to read that the boy seems to be treating you and your burgeoning relationship with respect--you have to adore that.   Wishing you many more days of happiness with your beau, MaeBe

I'm very happy for you, Ainsley.  I wish for you every happiness with this young man, who seems very nice.    HUGS   Carolyn Marie

Hi Silas, Thank you for your kind words, they mean a lot. Encouragement like yours feels like a soft light in the dark.    I’m still finding my way around here, and your message made me feel seen, which is really cool. Staying positive has become part of my survival, choosing to see the light, even in small moments, helps me keep moving forward. I sense a strength in you as well. I look forward to seeing you around. ~ Lilis 🌷

Good evening I don’t recall seeing you here. I’m Silas. I like how positive your post is, you seem very optimistic I feel that is a strong trait for powerful individuals. I look forward to talking and  getting to know you more. It is a pleasure having you here.   Peace, Hugs and Happiness, Silas L

Those are very cute jeans looks like something I’d wear especially if they came in purple. I’m happy to hear Mia is taking good care of her guests especially Sammy her most frequent visitor. She may have to start a membership and offer some for of rewards after X amount of visits. Have a wonderful night and stay safe it’s been a couple of days since I’ve been on it’s been a rough couple of days. When I say rough I’m mentally fine especially after the incident the other day. It’s the weather effecting my back today was the first full nice day all week minus some light wind. Keep posting those beautiful pictures I’m looking forward to seeing all that Architecture and Jenni have the opportunity to.   Peace, Hugs and Happiness, Silo

Well I had my first kiss last night, and second, third, and I stopped counting lol.  2 days ago we discussed where the stop point is, and I told him that I'm not ok with anything past kissing. He said "you lead so I never mess up." It took a day to work up the nerve to be the one to kiss him, but now that we've finally reached this stage after 2 months of being into eachother, it's way more relaxed. I'm so relaxed that I haven't taken even 1 of my xanax in peobably a week. I still carry 1 with me everywhere like I was told to do, but now it just sits there unused. I think I'll create the term "boyfriend therapy" for this 🤣. Feeling "normal" is definitely a new experience that is amazing, but honestly he's made me feel this way since we met, long before the first date.  Anyway now for martial arts class in about 10 minutes. 

Silly Bicycle Haiku    My bike lost his grip  on the way home in the dark.  We must be over the moon.

Hello and welcome Siofra. I enjoyed reading your story. We're all unique in our own way.   

Oh, right on. Thanks for posting this link. Yeah, Vox puts a limit on number of articles you can read.

That was a good article.  I had to go back to reddit to get a non-paywall look.   https://archive.ph/b9YVW  

I read this this morning which provides some insight into democracy in decay.   https://www.vox.com/politics/407053/trump-tariff-expensive-democracy-authoritarianism-breakdown

Stay the course, feel better soon