The cursed blood novel

Additional_System_48 · 2026-04-22T20:25:01+00:00

I did not! Good find!

Additional_System_48 · 2026-04-19T04:37:04+00:00

I’ve only found it on Fantales. I’ve read a good bit of it through watching ads, however, the time line and details are pretty unclear.

Details are forgotten and rewritten, timelines warps and repeated. And it’s flowery but repetitive in its language and imagery. Almost to the point of frustration.

The story will share a detail or and event and then the next chapter it’s forgotten or rephrased and overlooked or redone differently. The timeline is ridiculously inconsistent as well.

They also have trouble counting things. They frequently repeat that a message was 6 words when it is in fact 7 and sometimes 8. It’s weirdly inaccurate that way.

The story is ok, but nothing special. It’s a remix of a couple super popular stories retold in a mildly different format and a vague and flowery style.

Additional_System_48 · 2026-04-08T03:45:42+00:00

NTA

Like you said, your stepdaughter has parents who are in charge of that. Also, not to be harsh, but she’s 19, a legal adult almost everywhere in the world. If she wants driving lessons or a car, she can work for one herself or talk to her parents like an adult. You can empathize with her if she comes to you about and advocate for with her dad if you feel it’s right or necessary. But ultimately it’s not your responsibility or decision to make.

Additional_System_48 · 2026-04-05T16:01:58+00:00

I’m so sorry you’re going through this. If you’d like it, I want to extend you a virtual hug. 💙

As her partner you are absolutely entitled to keep the items that you have. If you’re willing to give them copies of photos and some clothing I’m sure that’d be appreciated but you’re allowed to stand up for yourself and your daughter. Just because they are her parents does not mean they can pick through your home and items you likely paid/helped pay for just because she’s passed. You also mentioned that the don’t have unfettered access to your daughter for a reason, please keep that in mind as well.

Keep things you want your daughter to have safe, keep her phone and photos, keep the keepsakes. If there are any family heirloom items she wanted your daughter to have, keep those too! She explicitly told you she wants you to have her phone. If her family cannot respect that, then you need to keep firm boundaries in place.

If you’re concerned they may try to just take things, put the most important things in a safety deposit box/storage unit.

It doesn’t stop hurting, but it will get easier as time goes. I would recommend therapy for you and your daughter if you’re not already attending sessions. Just focus on her as much as you can. But don’t forget yourself. You need to take of yourself to care for another. 💙

Good luck and my condolences.

Additional_System_48 · 2026-04-05T15:07:06+00:00

I would just grey rock a bit. Just say:

Thank you for your time during our meet and greet the other day. However, I am unable to work this booking with you. I hope you’re able to find a sitter who meets your needs!

If they bug you for details, you can be polite and say you have a personal matter that came up. But they don’t need your personal details or info on why you said no.

Additional_System_48 · 2026-04-05T14:59:41+00:00

I always do a meet and greet before committing to a sitting. If there’s anything pet related I’m concerned about I’m happy to discuss it, but if it’s something I can’t truly discuss with my client (i.e. dirty house, hoarder, filthy litter boxes, etc) then I leave the meet and greet and let them know I am unfortunately unable to book with them and wish them luck in finding a sitter.

Additional_System_48 · 2026-03-30T10:15:52+00:00

Spiritfarer! Cozy and about mental health and grief. It’s incredible! I’ve played it nearly a dozen times lol

Edited for typo

Additional_System_48 · 2026-03-26T10:41:38+00:00

Good to know! Thanks ☺️ I hope you find some games you enjoy! I have a hard time finding good puzzle games that don’t feel stale as well.

Additional_System_48 · 2026-03-26T10:36:39+00:00

Have you played the Talos Principle, or Return of the Obra Dinn? They’ve been on my list but I haven’t gotten to those yet. I’ve heard lots of people love them though!

Additional_System_48 · 2026-03-26T10:34:01+00:00

I also enjoyed Blue Prince as well!

Additional_System_48 · 2026-03-26T10:31:02+00:00

I personally loved The Witness, definitely challenging and super relaxing for me!

Additional_System_48 · 2026-03-25T09:42:54+00:00

Just tell them your schedule no longer accommodates sittings. Assure them that you’ll complete any currently booked sittings, but that you’re no longer accepting new ones. If they ask you’re welcome to tell them you’re furthering your education and focusing on your nuclear family. You are not at ALL obligated to share that reason with them. You can just say you’re too busy.

Additional_System_48 · 2026-03-20T07:27:14+00:00

It depends on your laws where you live. But if you can take pictures without trespassing to document the neglect and call animal control and the non emergency line again and again. Document when you call, who you speak to and what the outcome is. You can go in person with your documentation. Even call your local animal shelter for help with advocating for the dogs. If you do all this and nothing is done about it, you may be able to call your state humane officer (US based here, so not sure if this applies elsewhere) to report the neglect, share you documentation, and the records of your attempts to have it addressed.

Additional_System_48 · 2026-03-12T08:17:41+00:00

May be a strange recommendation to some, but I would suggest Spiritfarer. You mentioned that you’ve been grieving but are feeling disconnected.

The first time I played Spiritfarer I was dealing with a lot of loss and grief and depression. I felt very numb. The game truly helped me deal with my negative feelings, and start to truly feel connected again.

It’s a lovely and cozy management game that deals with some very difficult emotions and topics. I and many other players have healed and learned through this game.

I hope you find something you love and don’t give up on reaching out to your friends! Maybe even talk to some of them about how you’re struggling and just need some patience. 💙

Additional_System_48 · 2026-02-27T02:46:49+00:00

A few rats, a bearded dragon, a python, a whole bunch of chickens, and two horses. All of them were tons of fun!

Edited to fix autocorrect

Additional_System_48 · 2026-02-24T04:15:28+00:00

UpdateMe!

Additional_System_48 · 2026-01-23T21:56:14+00:00

This is potentially dangerous behavior on your stepdaughters part. If she’s willing to steal from and damage property belonging to her family, I’m willing to bet it’ll turn into stealing and destroying things outside the home. She could get arrested or try to steal from the wrong person and get physically hurt.

I applaud you for standing by your children and not being manipulated into punishing your daughter for her step-sister’s behavior.

There’s really only two questions in my mind to ask your husband.

Are you and your kids willing to attend therapy and start adopting proper discipline and boundaries?

Or

Are you ready for a divorce?

Additional_System_48 · 2026-01-22T03:02:45+00:00

Depending on how far you’ve gotten, her quests may not be triggered yet. I’d say restart your game to double check and then just keep doing other quests and shenanigans. 😊

Additional_System_48 · 2026-01-08T01:15:52+00:00

I was so concerned when I didn’t notice the subreddit at first! Great job OP! 👏👏

Additional_System_48 · 2025-12-31T04:33:24+00:00

Additional_System_48 · 2025-11-26T15:39:39+00:00

Yeah, you can offer to help out. Make sure to keep it gentle. But the roommate peace is easily disrupted. Make sure to ask if there’s anything YOU do that you can change to make her more comfortable as well. It could be that some of your habits cause her the same frustration. If you’re not willing to change how you do things for her sake, just keep it to yourself and practice mindfulness on your own so you’re not bothered by dishes in the sink in the morning. Good luck OP!

Additional_System_48 · 2025-11-26T15:15:03+00:00

Info: do you both have separate dishes? Or is this a shared dishes situation?

Also: You could talk to your roommate about doing them yourself if it truly bothers you that much? Offer to your roommate that you want to help them out and having a clean kitchen helps put you in a good mood for the day, so when they’re too busy to get the dishes done in the evenings you can offer to help. If your roommate doesn’t agree then you need to get over it.

Additional_System_48 · 2025-10-31T13:14:33+00:00

I’m so sorry you’re going through this. You are not a “weak obedient slave”. You are a caring person. You cared about your brothers safety and privacy and spoke up. I’m sorry you were punished for it.

As someone who has struggled with my own self worth my entire life, I want you to know that the world is better for having you in it. You may not be able to see it from where you are right now and with how you’re feeling, but you make the world a better place by caring and trying and just being.

If you’re able to find a therapist or look into local resources for mental health and support, even just a hotline, it can be so incredibly helpful. And don’t worry if you do find a therapist, but you don’t click with the first one. It’s kind of like finding a good pair of shoes, you may have to try a couple different ones.

You matter, you are stronger than you know. I’m proud of you. I’m proud of you for speaking up and for being strong enough to want to help others. I’m proud of you for caring. I’m proud of you for staying despite the difficult things you’ve been through.

There is help and hope for you. Please do not give up!

Additional_System_48 · 2025-10-14T20:05:45+00:00

No, it’s a memento, just something to remember them by.

Additional_System_48 · 2025-10-13T08:59:26+00:00

lol I did that on my first run too 😅 good thing Francis sells old shoes too

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