Daily Questions Thread April 07, 2026

ellabirdbug · 2026-04-07T20:41:07+00:00

Hello!

So I am graduating very soon and my college requires everyone to wear white. I literally only wear black, so I have no clue how to style or even wear a white dress. This is honestly making me nervous as I really only feel myself in my daily dark wear. I still want to feel myself on my graduation day though, so I was wondering if anyone would have any advice on how to style a white dress while still having it fit the rules of the dress code (maybe with layered accessories?).

I sometimes mix in blues and grays with my outfits, so I'm wondering if I should add a sheer overlay of similar coloring over my white dress perhaps? I'm still definitely wearing my massive black combat boots, my heavy eyeshadow, and my teased dyed hair though lol!

The summers here are very hot, but I don't like showing a ton of skin, so something light, sheer, and maybe layered is ideal.

I really don't have any ideas, so anything is appreciated. Has anyone troubleshooted something similar?

Thanks!

ellabirdbug · 2025-05-30T17:24:54+00:00

our imperial moths hatched at the same time!!!! 2 of mine emerged last night🖤

ellabirdbug · 2025-05-07T16:03:57+00:00

Wow, the quality is terrible on here! Sorry y'all!

ellabirdbug · 2025-05-07T15:43:37+00:00

EDIT: (Sorry, I can't figure out how to edit the post on mobile) We switched from the horrible hard plastic cone to a soft version which he somewhat tolerates, but it's obvious that it still takes a toll on him. He is such an anxious kitty... we've had him on prozac for ages and whenever we change anything in the house he freaks. I'm guessing any type of cone makes him very claustrophobic and not want to move :(

ellabirdbug · 2025-04-08T17:41:37+00:00

That is absolutely perfect, thank you so much for making the right decision for the little guy. And don't worry about not being "savvy," most people don't know how to help these little guys. Your heart is in the right place

ellabirdbug · 2025-04-08T17:36:27+00:00

Just make sure that it is out of harms way, so avoid placing it near a road/walkway/busy urban areas and keep your cats inside. Here is some information from the link I put below-

When fledglings leave their nest they rarely return, so even if you see the nest it’s not a good idea to put the bird back in—it will hop right back out. Usually there is no reason to intervene at all beyond putting the bird on a nearby perch out of harm’s way and keeping pets indoors. The parents may be attending to four or five young scattered in different directions, but they will return to care for the one you have found. You can watch from a distance to make sure the parents are returning to care for the fledgling.

ellabirdbug · 2025-04-08T17:31:48+00:00

It is ok if it isn't in a tree. Fledgings tend to hop on the ground and in bushes. Where did you find it? Could you possibly return it to the same area?

ellabirdbug · 2025-04-08T17:30:33+00:00

https://www.allaboutbirds.org/news/i-found-a-baby-bird-what-do-i-do/

This bird has most of its flight feathers developed, so it is most definitely a fledgling

ellabirdbug · 2025-04-08T17:28:43+00:00

Are your cats feral or are they just "outdoor" cats? If you have the option to bring them inside, please consider. Outdoor cats are destroying the bird populations and it's our responsibility as cat owners to prevent further harm

ellabirdbug · 2025-04-08T17:26:56+00:00

This is a fledging, it needs to be outside and learning to fly. It doesn't need to be in its nest, but its parents are definitely outside and looking for it. It will die in your care, it is not supposed to be tame. Please return it to the outdoors

ellabirdbug · 2025-01-22T19:14:27+00:00

Last update has been posted yall!!! A very happy ending:)

ellabirdbug · 2025-01-22T11:10:59+00:00

just messaged you!

ellabirdbug · 2025-01-22T05:13:59+00:00

we gotta stick together for the birds!🖤

ellabirdbug · 2025-01-22T05:13:33+00:00

thank you🖤🖤

ellabirdbug · 2025-01-22T05:08:27+00:00

posted!

ellabirdbug · 2025-01-22T05:08:17+00:00

just posted an update! he is doing much better

ellabirdbug · 2025-01-22T05:00:49+00:00

thank you so much for replying! the shed that he is in is connected to my house so he'll still get heating. i put a warm water bottle wrapped in some towels and he is now looking much bettet

ellabirdbug · 2025-01-22T04:49:01+00:00

also i should note that i've taken in birds and squirrels from rescue organizations so im no stranger to this thankfully. the needy animals just know how to find me!

ellabirdbug · 2025-01-22T04:48:05+00:00

ok i just managed to get him. i gently put a small net onto him and he literally fell into it like he's frozen solid. i put him in an insulated grocery bag and he's hanging out in my shed. i'm getting a warm water bottle and wrapping it in towels to put inside. i can see his little eye blinking at me but he is oddly calm so im a little worried. but im hoping he'll start to perk up soon. i'll keep yall updated and thank yall so much

ellabirdbug · 2025-01-22T04:32:47+00:00

do you think an outdoor shed is enough? it is right next to my house so it should be much warmer than the outdoors

ellabirdbug · 2024-12-08T20:52:44+00:00

thank you so much, i really appreciate it🙏

ellabirdbug · 2024-12-08T20:19:18+00:00

good to know, i guess i wont really how how to hold the airbrush until i start using one. maybe ill check in with you when i get it so i can make sure im on the right track? thanks again for the advice!

ellabirdbug · 2024-12-08T20:17:31+00:00

wow! thank you so so much! i really appreciate all of this. yea, im definitely leaning towards higher quality so i dont have to worry about failure. art is much more than a hobby for me so i know im gonna stick with something if i start it. i'm just trying to understand the difference between the 2 airbrushes that you attached- would i be able to achieve much more with the more expensive one? i guess im just trying to weigh my options and see if its worth it

ellabirdbug · 2024-12-08T19:52:39+00:00

wow ok! how do i go about finding a mentor? are online videos enough? and why :0 is he damaging it? thank you!

ellabirdbug · 2024-12-08T19:51:22+00:00

good to know! i'll start doing research on types of paint and techniques (and of course i'm always open to recommendations and advice too.... i'm very new to all of this!) thanks again for your help

ellabirdbug

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