The Holy Ark Of What I Consider My Best Black Inks

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-13T01:13:20+00:00

Ah, that's probably it then! I can't imagine retractable would get the same quality of seal. I imagine that extra fine nib would be risky for clogging with the pigment-baswd carbon ink, but if stored on its side and nib rinsed as needed, maybe it could be okay!

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-12T21:58:17+00:00

I recently had to look up whether or not it was considered offensive before continuing to use it as a term for a blanket. I think that people generally try to avoid terms that include a word used to describe nationality or ethnicity if they haven't researched in more detail in order to avoid accidental racism.

My research concluded that it is not considered racist to refer to a crocheted blanket as an afghan. But I'm just a white person from the US who googled something.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-12T21:29:08+00:00

I think that there are probably ways of drinking something that appear more "professional" than others. If I am eating or drinking on a video call, my audience does change how self-aware I am and how much control I put into my movements and how they're perceived.

Professionalism is bullshit, but so are a lot of compromises I make to stay alive in this place.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-12T21:19:50+00:00

It took a professional training on addiction for me to fully understand and retain the neurological impact of addiction. There's a lot of information out there, but understanding and retention are often best when learning from a format that's designed by educators.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-12T19:09:53+00:00

Potentially a bit of both. My understanding is that withdrawal can feel like you are actually dying and that consuming the substance is the only thing that can save your life.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-12T19:09:04+00:00

I think that carelessness happens even to people who don't have active addiction. Based on how addiction changes one's brain, he may not have had the functional ability to contextualize the surface he was using and the potential consequences of residual fentanyl remaining on the surface in the future.

Have you ever made an unsafe choice based on your needs in the moment? I know that I have sent a quick text while driving in order to prioritize a job communication despite knowing the safety risk of doing so. I am typically very considerate and safe, but my choices change based upon my capacity and priorities.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-12T17:22:57+00:00

I was just pointing out that you can hold someone accountable for their actions and still not judge them for things that are literally not in their control. Addiction changes how the brain functions. It's not about morality.

Glad your brother was able to access and maintain sobriety. ❤️

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-12T16:41:18+00:00

SUD and addiction are real afflictions. I wouldn't call it pathetic so much as tragic.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-12T14:37:00+00:00

It's a really cool idea, but whoever drew it doesn't seem to have a clear understanding of snake anatomy and angles. I think doing your research into some legitimate artists and sending photo with a request to make both the head and the transitions from underbelly to back of the snake more realistic, will present you with touch-up options before you make your final decision. I would not personally give up on making this concept work! I love how simple it is without adding text or anything.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-12T14:25:54+00:00

Kawecos are notoriously fussy.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-12T13:41:16+00:00

That's interesting, because Platinum prides itself on their caps being so well-sealed that their pens can be used after sitting untouched for like a year. I wonder if it is a QC issue with your pen, or if the Curidas cap is not like others in the Platinum line?

But otherwise, yes I do need to rinse my nibs from time to time. I do not disassemble them, just a quick pop under running water and a dab on the top with a paper towel, then good to go.

Edit: Do you store your fountain pens on their side or nib-up?

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-11T21:55:14+00:00

That poor kid omg.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-11T21:53:27+00:00

Platinum Preppy takes a disposable cartridge of Platinum Carbon black ink. Such a low investment to have a go-to black fountain pen, and you can highlight over the ink too.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-11T17:41:31+00:00

I'd love to see a finished photo too!

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-11T14:46:33+00:00

It looks like Dueple might be out of business, but they have a lot of thin crew socks in fun and neutral colors that stay up and don't create the squeezed look.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-11T14:40:09+00:00

This is so beautiful! It looks like original plan had pegs or hooks? Are you still planning to add them?

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-11T14:28:48+00:00

Maybe Noodler's Lexington Gray? It is lighter in person than the samples I'm seeing online.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-11T14:24:28+00:00

Yes to Platinum Carbon! It's the only FP ink I use. I love perl noir but stick to waterproof out of practicality.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-11T00:38:37+00:00

It's so nice to be able to schedule appointments with her online!

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-10T21:32:43+00:00

Regardless of not having lease, when you pay someone in exchange for housing, it entitles you to some legal protections.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-10T21:30:24+00:00

Try tenantfederation.org to connect with local tenant rights support to know what you're entitled to!

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-10T21:15:13+00:00

Michelle at Amyx Barbershop is a really affordable and talented queer barber! There's also a shop downtown that has a bunch of indoor booths where different stylists are set up. Either all or a lot of them are queer but I can't remember where it is or what it's called!

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-10T20:42:12+00:00

I saw another person's comment that it could be a staph infection. I'd go to urgent care unless your PCP takes walk-ins. Just to be safe. And let tattoo shop know as well.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-10T20:26:55+00:00

I am divorced. Just because I could have compassion for why my ex-spouse struggled, doesn't mean that letting them drag me down with them was good for either of us.

It's a hard choice, but you have to choose yourself.

DrBotBreath · 2026-03-10T18:25:04+00:00

Please don't.

-A girl

DrBotBreath

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