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Today at the center we were doing some drawings and one of the kids decided to make drawings of their friends at the center to take home. He drew the staff too and had about a dozen stink lines surrounding me so of course I asked if I smell because well, I don't think I do but you never know and better to lock that shit down. He answered, and I quote, "no, but I thought it'd be funny if I made my parents think you do."

Kids, man. Savage.

How's everyone else's Tuesday going?

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For your own mental health and the mental health of others including mine, please keep your plants out of any place where you want absolute privacy or at least out of earshot of any information you want kept secret. I know too much and they won't shut up.


FILTERED TO TALCOTT AND MATTHEW.

The plants keep asking me to ask you when you're going to have another sleepover? I'm assuming you've had more than one. And when

So I'm not sure what this is, but Lan Xichen is surrounded by roses at his deck and dead asleep. Absolutely refuses to be woken up. I blasted all the songs he absolutely does not vibe with at his head - thanks Fergie! -, poked him, tickled him, threatened to throw glitter around in his office nothing.

HELP.





Will, sorry for the hundred 911 texts and missed calls. But, um, panicking.

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uh I just wanted to say thanks. For coming to the barns and being nice. We can't have people over at home. It always makes me sad mad wish things were different. Just wish Declan couldve seen it. he's always going on about not trusting anybody and staying safe. But is SAFE all there is? I don't wanna die an old man who was safe and tucked away in a box my whole stupid life.

Anyway I ate too much ice cream this morning and I'm probably going to die from THAT insted so say nice stuff about me at my funeral and take care of my bird. She's the best.

The Barns are really cool! So many animals and I like the food. I got Mama and Abuela cards, do you think I can bring them back with me? I've never missed mother's day before 😟

You owe me big time, Ronan Lynch Alright the Mother's Day event at the Barns is still on for Sunday even if people are still kids, so come by for breakfast and a Sunday market and to pet animals and stuff.

[ROGIER & BRIGITTE]

Hi, can you two come help Blue and me this weekend with setting up and running this thing? If the kids turn back before then it won't be that big of a deal but there's no guarantee.

Also if you turn into toddlers I'm writing you out of my will.

[THE BARNS + KATOU]

Okay. Who wants to be helpful? We've got a list of tasks for you guys if you want something to keep you busy and help out.

I need someone who's really good at folding cards.

Two who are allowed to use scissors.

Someone who isn't going to eat a glue stick.

Someone who wants to sort beads.

Any of you that want to do any taste testing.

And whatever else Blue puts on the list.

Guess what! Since we have so many more kids than usual, Art of Expression is launching a special session of ART CAMP!!!

Instead of our usual signups, this time we're just doing show-ups! Starting this morning, kids from 5 to 12 will be with me in The Big Classroom at Cloud Recesses, and we'll have a super great time playing with all kinds of media, including paints and pastels and clay! There's room for all ability and experience levels, so if you want to make art, just come on up the mountain!

If you're bringing a kid, make sure they wear something they can get messy, and pack a lunch. If they need any special accommodations, just let me know and I will make it happen.

And if there are any kids who see this and want to come but don't have an adult yet, just pipe up! We'll find someone to show you the way here and make sure you've got a good lunch.

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Annnnnnnnnd any of our suddenly-teenagers need stuff to do (or our regular teenagers, for that matter), I wouldn't mind an extra hand child-wrangling, so like...hmu if you need extra activities. I already had like a half dozen regular Vallo moms and dads responding that they'd be coming when I sent the message out to our standard mailing list.

I awakened this morning to discover that my husband is thirteen years older and has no recollection of Vallo. Is anyone experiencing similar difficulties?

( Thank you food pun gods for getting it right!! )

Needless to say, I'm buying a million packages!

Hi friends. :))))))) On the 14th we're hosting our Mother's Day event! We're hosting breakfast that's free for moms and moms to be (mom-figures too!!!) (I have the BIGGEST dreams of a waffle bar you guys don't evem KNOW) and then there's a small cost if you want breakfast too! OR you can buy things at the market and have breakfast included! I've seen a few of the cards Ronan's made and I say it all the time but even STILL, these are GREAT cards. Three are some great fiber art things too! And the flowers are already top notch, it's going to be SO good, you guys, honestly, A+++++.

When the market first opened, Ro and I talked about how our mom would have loved it, how she would have welcomed everyone, really loved getting to know people and showing off our home. She was so kind, so loving, and just so proud of literally everything we did. I miss her everyday. So if you're missing your mom or mother-figure too, or if your relationship with that person/people is a little complicated, that's okay! I understand. Please come and hang out if you want! And I'll have an extra hug for you. (maybe some s'moreos too, we'll see how generous I'm feeling lolololololololol)

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I ended up with 27 prepared campfire cones, 14 hotdogs on a stick, a gallon bag of samoa chex mix, a cooler full of snap peas and cut cucumbers, and a container full of no-energy bites.

I may have over-prepared for St. Mark's Eve tonight. So if you'd like to join us and help eat the snacks, we'll be at [cemetery] in the forest from 11pm-2am. We welcome the company while we watch for the ghosts of those that will pass this year walk-through the cemetery.

Morbid, I know, but tradition for us. I used to fast but learned a few years ago that it wasn't actually necessary, thus-- snacks.

There is a Mare (also known as mara, mahr, mahrt, mårt, trud, drute, night hag - to name a few) loose in Vallo. They are evil spirits that ride on the chest of sleeping people, bestow nightmares, then feed from the fear it elicits - it is not my doing, in this case.

Back home, I am in charge of nightmares and demons on this level, but we maintain a balance that does not include the overuse of power, and we do not harm mortals that dream. She has been steadily gaining power that she's drawn on her victims thus far and it does not look as if she will stop anytime soon. I can help protect those that sleep, but my reach does not extend far past that.

It is not as simple as hunting spirits in the forest. She may need to be lured, or caught in the act. Suggestions are welcome.

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I have to give administration my final number of tickets for commencement by the end of the week. You have all already sat through this before, so if you don't want to watch me walk again, I won't hold it against you.

A heads up for those with some younger kiddos that the library is doing a few fairy tale based comedy plays over the weekend. They're at 10:00, 1:00 and 3:00 both Saturday and Sunday in their little auditorium. Snacks will be provided.

I'll be going to Saturday at 3:00 with Lucas if anyone wanted to join us.

On a more business note! The government is offering subsidies and rebates for anyone hit by the recent events and need to do repairs to business and homes. Hit me up if you would be interested and I can get someone in touch with you. If you've already done repairs they are reimbursing as well so get me your receipts and I'll get the process started for you.

FRIENDS

I know that a lot has been going on and we've all had a lot on our minds, but I was wondering if anyone might be available tonight for possibly some pizza, ice cream, maybe games or watching something together? Um I'm 19 as of a couple days ago, so I thought maybe it would be nice to spend time with you all, especially after all that just happened.

Anyway, I also understand if you're still recovering from everything, but if you're up for it and free?

I am honored to report that in 2033, we have ended the threat of Interitus for all Vallo timelines. Many are injured, but we are now able to focus on healing rather than destruction.

May fortune smile upon you in 2023 at least as much as it has smiled upon us here. We travelers will see you soon.

Please use this page to check in with your friends and family as needed.

We've found the location of the simulacrum. Between access to books, connections with the local covens, and feet on the ground we were able to narrow it down and then confirm its location on Surtr's Sword. We've shared our research with the defense teams so they can begin to coordinate retrieval so we're ready for the 6th.

Huge thank you to everyone who has been working tirelessly to track this down.

Some other things to note.
- We found magic dead zones deeper in the forest. Patches of area where magic isn't working anymore.
- There are theories that the Temporal Concurrence is what originally started to bring Outlanders to Vallo (not confirmed, just thought it was interesting).
- During the height of the Temporal Concurrence there's probably going to be some Big Magic being worked here. This may lead to nothing, it may end being a big pain in the ass, but it seems to be the day to try and pull of the more impressive spells if you couldn't do it normally.

How are you holding up in 2033?

EDIT: I forgot to tell everyone in 2033 that yesterday was the return of the Geese from a few years ago. The violent ones that kidnapped people. Everyone is okay, but there was chaos. And probably geese on the menu for the next several days.

After some deliberation, there will be three groups for tomorrow. There's the extraction team, led by Steve Rogers, that is heading to Demonikea to grab the weapon. The distraction team, led by Ashton and Lan Xichen, will head toward Soups and try to draw as many forces as possible there and away from Demonikea. Thanks to Noct's suggestion, there's a small scouting team called the rendezvousaction team? that will keep track of movements within the city, in case they don't take the bait. We don't want anyone cornered unexpectedly.

Assignments are posted on the notice board. If you have problems, take it up with your leads. I'm just the information messenger.

Ashton is also not allowed to name anything again. With that said, we're due for a new passphrase for the Outpost. You can leave your suggestions in the comment box by the mess hall.