I have a germ of a theory that good Christian fiction has stories that are less about shaving down your personality to meet some specific mold of what a good Christian looks like, and more about "how gloriously different are all the saints."
Not that the Christian life doesn't involve fighting against our own sinful nature and conforming ourselves to Christ-like behavior, but I think it makes for better, more realistic, and more universal stories when you also recognize that people have different gifts and flaws and they're going to be called to use their unique personalities to serve the kingdom of God in their own unique way, instead of assuming everyone has to conform themselves to a very specific (often secular-culturally based) image of good behavior. It makes for a much more vibrant story.
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"Death is nothing, but to live defeated and inglorious is to die daily."
+ process(tw blood)
Also, look at him, bloody little guy 🥹
This drawing was inspired by several matador pics :D here and here:
^ I don't think I'll ever live up to the second one ah. There's several pics of that specific guy just soaked with blood, and I'm uh a bit obsessed with then ITS FUCKED UP I KNOW OKAY! But I've not drawn blood in a while so it was a bit difficult so I added less than I would want to I guess. Also I'm obsessed with how often they kneel in bullfighting?? Like okay who are you arching your back and spreading your legs for-
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"You've been through a lot... But it's alright now.
You fought long and hard Makoto...
Everyone in Kanai Ward is grateful to you."
A lil' MakoYuma comfort edit I attempted just because...
...someone needs to give this poor thing a hug fr... ;w;
show your emotions lil' CEO, you've held them in too long.
ty again for the vulnerable sadboi makoto sprite edits @shiut💕
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ZukAang's Headcanon (with ♀️ Aang)
Zuko didn't realize Aang was a girl until he joined the Gaang.
Zuko became more embarrassed when the Ember Island actors performed the event with the "Blue Spirit".
Aang admitted that she was interested in "Blue Spirit" but lost interest when she found out it was Zuko (Zuko felt slightly... Disappointed?)
Zuko doesn't correct June when she asks about "Are you searching your girlfriend?" when Aang disappears.
Ursa believed that Aang was Zuko's girlfriend.
Kiyi always called Aang "sister".
Although they seem to show romantic interest in each other, they maintain a certain distance for political reasons.
Zuko became angry with his councilors when they tried to trap Aang into a political marriage (With the descendants of the counselors). When Aang didn't know that those dates were to make marriage arrangements.
Mai helped the relationship by becoming a counselor.
Despite the height difference, Zuko didn't mind standing on his tiptoes to kiss Aang.
Ursa was scandalized when Zuko cut Aang's hair (because for the Fire Nation it is considered an act of humiliation for a man to cut his wife's hair).
When they got married, they got married as Aang and Zuko, not the Avatar and the Fire Lord.
Although Aang does not intervene in the internal politics of the Fire Nation, her presence influences society, to the point where short hair became a fashion trend among women.
Aang is the unofficial first wife of a Fire Lord who has several paintings and portraits within the Palace.
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Today I have made:
A cherry and almond tart (no recipe, I just winged it, came out great)
Roasted baby potatoes with olive oil, lemon, and rosemary
Roasted brussels sprouts with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and chili pepper flakes
Roasted carrots and parsnips with butter/olive oil, honey, and fresh thyme (my first time trying this combination, FUCKING AMBROSIAL)
Scratch cornbread (to be made into stuffing tomorrow with the addition of onions, scrambled sausage, green apple, pecans, and more fresh herbs)
i am FATIGUED. But it smells really amazing in my house rn
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I have a lot of followers that don't give a shit about MCYT and especially anyone related to the DSMP.
But I do hope that you might take the time to hear Shubble's story all the same. She talks about domestic abuse that may seem more subtle. She also discusses warning signs and manipulation. I feel that she has a very important story to share, and there is a lot of value in hearing it.
Here's the vod on YouTube. She begins talking at 1:45. I unfortunately could not find it on Twitch, but here is her Twitch in case you wanted to support her.
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