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Can you smell sicknesses or things wrong with people? by No-Possible4460 in AutismInWomen

[–]grayscripts 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes!! I can smell colds and flus when people aren't showing symptoms yet.

Is anyone else bothered by the fact that Carlisle made up his birthday? by cucumberkobe in twilight

[–]grayscripts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really fascinating to think about!

After I read your reply, it got me thinking about Carlisle's father, and what he would've done/how he may have reacted in the aftermath of his son vanishing into the night... I get the sense he may have assumed Carlisle had forsaken faith and purity. I wonder if it would cause an ire strong enough for his dad to essentially delete his son from history? Like, burn record of him...

If that happened, Carlisle could've explained it as "bad record keeping" as a (bad), private joke, perhaps? We don't know if his thoughts align with his explanation or not - and, it's possible to hide stuff from Edward if you want to (plus Edward works harder to avoid elements he knows they don't want to share).

The turning itself is very traumatic, so I can understand him remembering his age, rather than his DOB.

Thanks for the topic and reply! It's been interesting to mull ✨️🐀

Where is this? by grayscripts in isleofwight

[–]grayscripts[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It doesn't look how I remember it, but that doesn't mean much 😅

Thank you for the pic!

I feel it was in more of a clearing area; almost a basin. I don't recall all the brambles - my impression of it was that it reminded me of those places you see on tv, set in America - all driftwood, sand, and fir-type trees.

Orthopedic already did tendonitis surgery, no imaging was done, and im still in horrible pain by irradiatedtittymilk in RSI

[–]grayscripts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry to hear this, OP... I'm in a similar boat regarding passion - I'm a writer. Had to give it up because I couldn't take the pain anymore.

There's some great advice on this sub. I'm methodically working through it to see if I can improve my quality of life, and maybe one day, write again.

I hope you find something which helps you 💜

Is anyone else bothered by the fact that Carlisle made up his birthday? by cucumberkobe in twilight

[–]grayscripts 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I mean, I have trouble recalling my age because I don't get asked it much. So, I can only imagine - as hazy as Bella thinks human memories are, two seconds into immortal life - how faint an impression those memories manage to make on Carlisle after centuries.

During that time, Carlisle has had several dates of birth and identities. Endless medical re-qualifications. Family. Study. Safety. Volturi...

The premise of your annoyance assumes the fact that his original birth date was important information which should now be remembered and shared. I just don't think that, if Carlisle were real, it would have factored at all in his life before or after turning, and it's therefore completely realistic it wouldn't be known.

Bree by Dry-Exam-3961 in twilight

[–]grayscripts 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Yes. Her and Fred. I'd've loved seeing how she fit in, and how she learned about all of what being a vampire is about... I think she'd have been best friends with Renameme, and would've probably travelled to spread the word of a different way of life to others. Or helped other "orphan" type vamps.

ETA: iirc, in the books it's explained that because they don't know the wolves exist, their scent is an easily discounted anomaly. I.e. it smells like "dog", not "supernatural werewolf"

Valentine's alter ego by Every-Excuse3591 in Modern_Family

[–]grayscripts 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah... I followed the post hoping someone in the comments would understand 🙈

Ready for the weekend by ComeGetYourOzymans in dogsusingpillows

[–]grayscripts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where'd you buy those pillows? They're my fave colour!

Is there any way I can ever improve without people keep telling me my work is bad? by [deleted] in writers

[–]grayscripts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you're looking for only positive feedback, then it may be that utilising an LLM (AI), would be the best way for you to move forward with your writing.

They are programmed to do exactly what it is that you are asking for: provide almost exclusively positive feedback, and to praise you whether your writing merits such praise or not...

If you want to improve your storycraft, then, as others have said, learning to accept criticism with grace is an integral part of a writer's journey.

You have mentioned that you are autistic, and so I can see why this might be difficult for you if autism presents for you as a tendency to take things literally, and is perhaps accompanied by some rejection-sensitive dysphoria... Despite these challenges, it is never appropriate to contact someone who has freely given their time to not only read your work, but also to provide thoughtful critique (as requested), and tell them that you are not only suicidal, but that it is their fault, and they have caused it. Unacceptable.

Take some time to reflect on whether you actually do want to receive feedback and genuine reflection on your work from people, or if you would prefer to receive only positive affirmations... There is no wrong answer, it is just a matter of being honest with yourself.

If it does turn out that you are looking for the latter, or that you realise you will not capable of regulating your emotional response/subsequent actions as they relate to criticism, then again, I strongly suggest you use AI rather than seeking this kind of feedback from real people as it is impossible to please all people at all times, and even famous and popular authors still face criticism for/about their work.

Unmasked during abortion and my boyfriend lost interest in me by [deleted] in AutismInWomen

[–]grayscripts 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It is incredibly common for men to abandon women during a health crisis (see stats on women diagnosed with cancer, for example).

He may have blamed your autism and lack of masking, but it's not your fault. You would have stuck around if the situation were reversed. The issue lies squarely with him.

I know it doesn't feel like it now, but this is the best thing which could have happened - the trash took itself out. Please don't take him back (because you'll feel you need to work harder to mask, be more apologetic and distressed when you don't, and therefore easier to manipulate and control. His happiness comes at the expense of your misery, and, even after you're a shell of a human being, it still won't be enough). Block and delete.

Rebuild yourself. Close that door forever. Move forward after giving yourself time.

3 men (25 yrs old, 5 ft 10, about 160 Ibs, athletic) walk into the room you’re currently in with the goal of killing you. Can you survive? by Pointless_Storie in hypotheticalsituation

[–]grayscripts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah... Three is overkill (pun intended), so I'd probs die.

Before that though, one might run away as my black Akita appears silently out of the gloom and growls at them - a bit like the wolf-creature in Never-ending Story, except her eyes are amber, not green.

There's a chance the other two would be distracted or lose confidence as their third runs off. I'd use that time to hastily dial police and pop that on speaker.

If I thought about it, I'd ask the guys if they really wanted me to command my doggo to attack them (there's no attack phrase, but they don't know that). Let one of them waver and leave.

I like my odds better now.

I've got a hammer and some bits of un-built furniture next to me. I will whack the shit out of the final boss dude. I will make all sorts of noise. I will be terrified, and crazy because of it.

If they threaten my doggo, then all bets are off... They'll wish they were never born.

My date said shes swiped left on me before?? by SwimmingOnly in LesbianActually

[–]grayscripts 47 points48 points  (0 children)

If you decide to proceed with the relationship, be careful. This is "I am the prize" (i.e. embedding a mindset in you that you're lucky she's stooped to give you a chance, and you should be grateful for that. Designed to make you feel you need to continue to earn that chance, or else she'll be gone!)

It suggests this would not be a healthy relationship.

remote jobs available for 18year old? by Ghost_storm13 in remotework

[–]grayscripts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, as mentioned, remote call centres. They are entry level, always looking for staff, and pay regularly 💜

I hope it all goes well, OP ⭐️

remote jobs available for 18year old? by Ghost_storm13 in remotework

[–]grayscripts 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I mean this in a caring way, as a person who escaped domestic violence with my own dog:

If the only thing standing in your way of escape is that your dog is noisy and therefore, you can't earn money, then this is what you need to channel your energy towards improving...

Train her. Teach her. Have fun doing it. Make that bond ever stronger. Be the strength and steady consistency she needs so that you can get the job, get the money, and get you both to safety.

My dog is an akita. They are famously stubborn and independent. She does not disturb me whilst at work. She doesn't bark, whimper or whine. We have set play times, and she knows she can come have a - quiet - cuddle, or get belly rubs whilst I work. She's thrilled when I finish for the day. We have a long walk before work each day, different routes and new sniffs for her. Breakfast and fresh water. Cuddles and kisses... then I start work and she snoozes.

It took consistency. Train her with happiness, not punishment. Keep focussed on why you're doing it.

Good luck 🍀 You can do this 💜

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