Mini Hiatus / OFMD Craft Fair

02/26/2025 2:30 pm EST

Hey luvs, I'm sorry once again that I'm so very behind. I am very stressed with work, I'm working some late nights because of everything going on in the country and what I do for my job, and it's taking a lot out of me. My kids been sick, I've been sick again, and while all of that sucks-- some good news, my son turned 6! But it means I've been doing mom stuff and planning parties, etc so that's taking up a lot of my time too.

Honestly though, most of all, I'm exhausted. I've been going to bed earlier even though I've wanted to work on recaps because I am just not making it through the day otherwise. I'm very sorry, I wish it wasn't like that, but it's what I need to do right now so I may be on a mini-hiatus again. I'm saving pictures and info best I can throughout the day, just havent had the time to compile it. 

Everyone is always so kind and tells me not to worry when I make these posts and I can't tell you how grateful I am at your patience and understanding. On the other side of things, if I am apologizing a lot it's not because of anyone making me feel bad about not being able to keep caught up with them. It's because I love these recaps, they bring me joy seeing all the wonderful things going on with our cast & crew and our wonderful fandom, and to not have the energy to do them is very hard on me.

So thank you for all your kind words, it means so much, and please know I miss you all so much when I can't focus on the recaps.. 

== OFMD Craft Fair ==

That being said, I did want to make sure I boosted this, because it's so very important. 

I can't tell you how very proud I am of you all. Seriously. I've been so worried about our Trans sibs since the beginning of this year, and to know that so many of you have stepped up and gone above and beyond to create beautiful queer art, or to bid on that art, or share the craft fair in support of Trans kids, it not only keeps the flame of hope alive in me, but makes it burn so much brighter. You truly are the best crew out there, and I appreciate all you do for each other. We need each other right now so much and you are stepping up like the kind and shining examples of humanity you are. I'm so fucking proud of you. $54,800+ so far. 

OFMD Craft Fair Image with pack background and text in blue letters in the upper left corner. On the left side there are images with the following text: START 18 February 2025 08:00 PM EST END 01 March 2025 11:45 PM EST RAISED $54,862.00 GOAL $37,000.00 148.3%REACHED! Text to the right: About Our Auction OUR FAMILY, OUR FIGHT. A fundraiser for the Campaign for Southern Equality, through handmade and personalized queer and fandom stuff! All donations should be made after the auction closes at the organization’s website. Some items are up for bidding, some for buying—all are amazing and made with love. Help us make a difference (and get some awesome stuff)! To bid, you’ll need to make a 32auctions account, and after the auction is over, we’ll let you know everything you won! THANKS TO THE AMAZING RESPONSE, WE HIT OUR 5K GOAL IN ELEVEN MINUTES. Our new goal: $37,000 to match the total number of Our Flag Means Death fanfiction works! Note: we are no longer accepting donations from new folks (unless you're OFMD cast or crew)! We are dropping a final set of items the 26th or 27th! About the Fandom Craft Fair Welcome to the Craft Fair! Starting in the Our Flag Means Death fandom but now expanded to include all sorts of awesome queer and pirate-themed stuff, this fundraiser is raising money for the Campaign for Southern Equality's Trans Youth Emergency Project! Find out more at ofmdcraftfair.carrd.co!

If you haven't already, please go visit the OFMD Craft Fair that's still going on until March 1 at 11:45 PM EST.  If you have no money right now don't worry, we understand, we're all in dire straights at the moment. If nothing else, go there to marvel at what everyone has accomplished! It's incredibly uplifting!

Thank you again to @ghostalservice and every other person who has contributed in any way. You have done such an amazing job.

OFMD Craft Fair 

Also, in case you haven't seen it yet, David Jenkins also donated some pretty amazing items last minute and they are going for crazy amounts to support our Trans sibs. <3

Two images side by side, one of a Teapot with text that says

== Love Notes ==

Lastly, Here are some love notes for you tonight crew since I can't get more done before I fall asleep. Love you <3
Screenshot of an Istagram post by Jess.A.Creates with a little ghost holding a cup of coffee surrounded by 4 pink flowers with a text bubble that says 'I love you more than coffee, but please don't make me prove it.'

Source: Jess.A.Creates' IG


Drawing of a cat dressed in a karate gi with a black belt, doing a karate move. Pink and purple hearts are drawn all around the cat. Text above its head reads: ‘Always lead with love but master the throat punch.’ Below its right foot is the artist's handle, 'jess.a.creates', next to a tiny drawing of a skull.

Source: Jess.A.Creates IG

Drawing of a red bumblebee with devil horns & tail, pointy vampire teeth, big eyes with bushy black brows and an evil grin on its face. Various sparkly shapes are drawn all around it in black, and text above the bumblebee reads: 'Today is a great day to cause absolute chaos.' The background consists of blotches of bright reds, oranges and yellows, like the flames of a fire. Messy, jagged black lines are scrawled all around the edges of the picture, adding to the chaotic, jokingly menacing vibe. The artist's handle 'KatieAbey' is at the bottom of the drawing.

Source: KatieAbey's IG

Drawing of a green toad on a pink background with white sparkly shapes and hearts drawn all over. An arrow points at the toad, labeling it 'the toad of truth'. A large speech bubble above the toad reads 'You are inherently lovable and always have been', with the word 'lovable' written in particularly big capital letters for emphasis. The artist's handle 'KatieAbey' is at the bottom of the drawing.

Source: KatieAbey's IG



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