Safe Haven

[songbird_slayer]

Sender: Madhuri Qalli
To: Everyone
Subject: Pushing Back

I'm throwing my hat in alongside everyone else in offering my aid should you need it.

Truly, I had been thinking of late that I should shift my direction when it comes to my humble Lady of Bliss. With this in mind, I'll need a day or two to shift things around, but then I will throw my doors wide open to offer a place of positive dreamotion, good food and a willing horn that can hear your tales or even your smalltalk.

The folk that have offered their services are amply welcome to make use of my facility should they require a meeting place under one stipulation: That privacy is given when people ask for it, and to proceed with no judgment.

Some of you feel that you are perfectly okay, and that is fine. You are welcome regardless.

Some of you feel that nobody can help you, and while that isn't true, it is OK to not feel OK. You are welcome, and I want nothing more than to hear you and feed you.

I am little more than an adventurer, but I have seen some of the deepest hells, and have fought a countless number of inner battles. I do not speak from inexperience.

Please consider it, even if you want to spend an afternoon with a good meal, or just want a hug. Or both. I care about each of you, even if I have not met you yet.

Thank you all for your time.

Comments

[herewardbound]

I think
it is perhaps fair to say that I may
possibly
need this.

[songbird_slayer]

As you wish.

Complete out-of-blue question: What's your favorite berry?

[herewardbound]

... raspberries, i suppose
or strawberries, but most things that include them are overpoweringly sweet and while i like desserts, i can't stand anything where all you can taste is sugar

[songbird_slayer]

Oho, a challenge!

...Well, not really. I've got you covered.

Either way, things proceed apace on my end, but you're welcome over whenever you'd like.

[herewardbound]

... thank you.

[songbird_slayer]

My pleasure.

Would you perhaps be prepared for a few questions? I do have a few and wish to save them for when we're in private, but wasn't sure if you'd be comfortable answering them.

Sender: Lyria

[azuresong]

Oh Madhuri... that was so sweet of you to offer! You really are so kind.

If there is anything you need help with, please let me know! I know the Starflower Café could contribute food (and puppies!) if necessary.

[songbird_slayer]

You're a GENIUS, Lyria!

We're fine food-wise, but borrowing a few puppies who need a change of scenery would be fantastic! I'd be happy to bring attention to the Starflower all the while for folks who make that indescribable connection to a furry friend.

[azuresong]

[ Oh goodness she CANNOT handle compliments! Good thing you cannot see how madly she is blushing behind the journal! ]

Yes yes! I know when I am feeling down the dogs are always there to cheer me up... and they could do the same for someone else!

I'll certainly ask a few of them if they want to help, but they're always excited to meet new people!

[ Even just at the mentioning of the puppies does a small paw print appear on the side of the page. It looks like someone was listening...!! ]

[songbird_slayer]

[She saw that little print... what a baby...]

I feel that dogs practically ooze positive dreamotion, which may help a lot while getting to touch a fuzzy, wiggly little buddy. Who can be sad after getting tons of puppy kisses, right?

If it helps sweeten the pot a little, I do know recipes for pup-friendly snacks. The carbuncles my husb Raha and I have taken in are particularly picky ones indeed, and put my recipes through a rigorous taste testing.

[azuresong]

[ SAY YOUR HUSBAND MADHURI YOU CAN SAY IT ]

That's right! There were so adorable when I met them, but good to know what they really enjoy eating! I'm sure that has also helped your cooking skills a lot!

The puppies do enjoy all sorts of snacks, so giving them out to people while they play is a fantastic idea! After that there wouldn't be a single frown in the whoooole building!

[songbird_slayer]

[aaaaaaah i-it's hard, okay!? It's still sinking in...!]

So deceptive, weren't they? You would never believe such cute little guys were like a mix of sassy cat personalities and dog friendliness depending on the moment. They positively adored you.

Mwahahaha, I can only hope to further insult the Story Eater for what it's done with each smile hard-earned.

[senorita_perfecta]

That is really amazing and kind of you to offer help and a place to go to following the rough battles we had with the Story Eater. Everyone is going to need somewhere where they can seek some peace after those tough times.

If there is anything I can do to help, I could offer to host some floral arrangement lessons so people can have a creative outlet to work on.

[songbird_slayer]

That would be amazing, Isabela!

I'd honestly like to attend these lessons myself. With all these flowers I keep growing on me, I figure I should do something nice and productive with them.

[senorita_perfecta]

Thanks. I thought that making flower arrangements can help people in the recovery process since a lot of us have been through a rough time during the battles.

Oh yes, the flowers have managed to bloom really well plus I got plenty of tools and equipments in my shop that I can bring in for the lessons.

[songbird_slayer]

Well now you have me doubly curious. I wasn't aware there would be tools for this sort of thing, but then again I've not heard of this art form outside of the occasional Doman book that wasn't lost to Garl time.

[senorita_perfecta]

Yes, it does need gardening tools to not only make them look good, but to also ensure that they can last for a good amount. A lot of florists in town have them in their shop at all times to get the work done well.

Plus we can use dreamotion energy to enhance them through sense and sight. I have done this back during the talent show months ago.

[helluvaboss]

you n me shuld have a drink

[songbird_slayer]

That would be fantastic.

Pick your poison and I'm there, whether it's in my establishment or at any of our handy watering holes.

[helluvaboss]

ether works

takes a hard fuckin drink to get me drunk so lets find something STRONG

[songbird_slayer]

is that a fact??

Then I may have just the thing for you! It's my people's special recipe. Keeps us strong and feisty.

[helluvaboss]

SOUNDS GREAT lookin forward 2 gettin shit faced w u!!

fuckin horse tranqs in college fucked my tolerance 4 most things

Sender: Gen Asagiri

[fun_thementalist]

I don't suppose you're needing a hand - considering all of the people who likely need a friendly ear to help them ...?

[songbird_slayer]

I would appreciate any and all hands, of course. This is a large stew and I'm merely adding my ingredients to the pot.

[fun_thementalist]

likewise, I'm certainly not a professional therapist by any means, my dear - but I have my own special ingredients and experience to offer. I've always been an especially good listener, and I'm a fair hand at nudging people along in the right direction.