phantabulous

Mapping things out during patrol...

Featuring:

Dustin “No—dude the portal is supposed to be over there” Henderson

Will “Just because I can draw does not mean I’m good at cartography, Dustin” Byers

Mike “is definitely paying attention” Wheeler

Lucas “SHIT—did you guys hear that???” Sinclair

Little comics to cleanse your soul (TW minor injuries)

Miwi my dearest 🥰

College AU/Dorm movie night 🎥🍿

Partly due to Joyce actually helping her and caring about her feelings (just a simple "how are you?" from Joyce makes Karen feel cheerful and like she is seen).

But mainly seeing how Jonathan and Will present affects her oldest two children. She has also had a soft spot for the Byers boys, helping where she could during Lonnie's reign of terror and his departure. Also admiring Joyce's strength.

She sees that Nancy is less tense around Jonathan; his presence calms her. He listens to her talk and supports her. She also sees a softer side to her eldest daughter, how Nance gently holds his hand or strokes his hair. They love and care for each.

With her son, he is less moody with Will back. Not lashing out in anger, not as sullen around people. He smiles again and laughs. But the biggest thing is that Mike eats again, the whole plate, no fights about it, no shouting at that table.

will "i'd kill for you" byers