You'll Rise Up Free and Easy on That Day

Nothing makes a story more unreadable than being able to see the author squirm apologetically for the story they actually want to write—wringing their hands and imploring the reader please, please don’t be mad, I know it’s ideologically questionable but I need you to not be mad at me!

For example: a Good King™️. It’s one thing for a story to present a fictional monarchy and ask me to root for it. It’s another thing for a story to say, hey, I know what you’re thinking—but don’t worry! I can justify this premise! I have introduced a lot of convoluted self-aware political justifications for why my king is good and likable without actually asking any risky ideological questions! These characters aren’t actually problematic! Don’t be mad at me!

Vegetable Fried Rice (蔬菜炒饭) Nothing beats my delicious vegetable fried rice recipe. It is a quick Chinese side dish with rice, eggs, and mixed vegetables. I use chili oil, black bean sauce, and green onion to build a rich pan of fried rice that I can finish in just 15 minutes.

WHY DON’T I SAY IT THEN?

I WANT YOU ALL THE TIME.

I wanted to make a simple gif of Howl and Sophie looking at the stars :), I really enjoyed making this tiny animation <3