Woke up to a beautiful winter wonderland.

#canadianwinter

Day 1 on my ADHD meds (generic vyvanse). HOLY CRAP! I can function normally?! It's like the fog and heaviness have been lifted. Before meds, EVERYTHING required substantial effort, and I felt like I was constantly failing. Today feels lighter, more doable. Feels nice.

#adhd
#audhd

A small, heart-shaped leaf. About the size of a twoonie. Brownish, res coloration with red-copper veining. In the background, there are purple trays filled with many different seedling plants.

Noticed this new leaf on my Anthurium King of Spades. It definitely gave me a dopamine hit.

It's always a dangerous game when you go to a greenhouse "just to get soil". Sometimes, plants just jump onto your cart.

#agloenemapictumtricolor

I think you're right! Lol

Sending mixed signals.

Donations needed at the Ottawa courthouse The cell block at the Ottawa courthouse is looking for donations to support people leaving the criminal justice system - Men’s and women’s ski jackets - adult size hoodies - size 8 and up winter boots - gloves and hats If you’s like to make a donation, please bring the items in a bag labelled: “Attn: Sheri, Ottawa Police Cellblock” to the courthouse at 161 Elgin

The cellblock at the Ottawa courthouse is looking for donations of winter gear for formerly incarcerated people who are often released with nothing but the shirts on their backs.

You can drop donations at the courthouse at 161 Elgin, to the attention of Sheri.

YouTube video by DEZI - Topic rage

"Rage" by Dezi.
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On a precipice In the 2024 American election, Republicans spent nearly $215 million dollars on ads fear mongering about the presence of trans people in society. It was their wedge issue of choice, along with manufac...

"If the public gets so apathetic to attacks on trans people that coded language is no longer necessary, Republicans will no longer need to stick to niche issues like sports to get to trans people. They’ll be able to start a far more comprehensive and violent regime of eradication."

Coming home and seeing new growth on my plants.

I learned that the statute of limitation for the crown to claim payments from people is 6 years. As a bonus, I also learned that the government doesn't care about that and will try to claim money, no matter how long ago it was, if they think you owe them money.

Any tree with a pleasantly fragrant bloom!

If you followed evidence, you wouldn't support conservative positions. To address the threat of being informed, conservatives have been undermining teaching of critical thinking skills, silencing diverse views, attacking scientists for their evidence-based conclusions, banning books, etc.

Thank you for this.

Unlike some places, equality, diversity, and inclusion are celebrated in Lowertown. At the start of Black History Month, we honour the cultures and contributions of Canadians of African and Caribbean descent. Check out the events organized by Black History Ottawa! www.blackhistoryottawa.org/about-5

Having plants has brought me so much joy.

Pictured here:
Woolly Senecio
Variegated bear paw
Both are very soft and fuzzy.

There's going to be a news article in the not too distant future about how the trans lifeline saw a huge increase in calls today.

Help keep it running.

Hello! I'm Maison Mauve. Late diagnosed at 39 with AuDHD from Canada. I am looking forward to connecting with other neurodivergent folk.

A poster for a drag show titled "Cyril Cinder's Decade of Drag." January 25th at The Lookout Bar, showtimes at 8:30pm and 11:30pm. Staring Cyril Cinder, Kreme Inakuchi, Heaven Genderfck, BJ Stroker, Elle Faekwa, and Shea D Ladie. 19+

Wanna come to my birthday party? #ottawa

People are really out there announcing their racism/classism/ableism with their full chest. At least it makes it easier to spot the unsafe people. Makes me sad, though.

It’s scary. I’ll have to watch my “splurge” expenses soon.

This is what 47.82$ worth of groceries looks like in Ottawa, Ontario. Yes, I splurged on water flavour drops, but they bring joy to my life. Anyway, this is bonkers.

Omg, I feel this to my core. I’m waiting for my final diagnosis results. After the final test, they said it would take 4-6 weeks for final results. I’m on week 6 and just filled with anxiety, waiting for answers.

The essence of coziness.

A light grey bowl with handles on either side. Within the bowl there’s the edible cookie dough, with is light brown in colour with dark brown chocolate chips.

I found a recipe online for edible cookie dough. Though it’s not perfect, it’s close enough to satisfy a craving: 1 cup oat flour, I cup dates, 1/3 cups milk, chocolate chips, vanilla extract. I give this a rating of 7.5/10. Worth trying. Perhaps substitute some oat flour with protein powder?

As a fellow purple enthusiast, I say GO FOR IT!

YouTube video by Maëlys McArdle Océanne and Tristan Cross the Atlantic

I made a bilingual radio play that's a satire about trans moral panics. I've worked on it for the past 18 months; it's been my way to deal with the moment.

If you like it, please share!

One of my favs!

If you live in Ottawa, you might see these stickers in the wild behind random road signs.