Mickey Mouse

There's a claim that you have PTSD. Is this really true?

Hiya 12jasminexx,

Thanks a bunch for the question.

Hm... I don't think I have PTSD. Or at least I've never been diagnosed or anythin'. I mean, ain't that usually for people who've been through traumatic experiences? I've been through some tough times, sure, but I dunno if I'd say that they were traumatic or anythin'. I wonder where that claim would even come from.

I appreciate ya checkin' in though. Hope ya have a swell day.

Hiya mickeyslilsislexi (your sibling has the same name as me!)

Thanks a bunch for the question. Though I have to say... I don't really know who that is.

Or at least I don't recognize it. 😓 Gosh I meet so many people, it's gets to a point where I have a hard time rememberin' everyone's names. I guess I can say there's somethin' 'bout it that feels a lil familiar, but that's all I can say for now 🤷.

Maybe it'll come to me, but I guess that brings up the question on whether I can miss someone I can't remember. Well, whoever they are, I hope they're doin' okay. I'd love to meet 'em again and actually remember 'em this time 😉.

What do you think about Minnie joining you on your adventures? We think we saw in the news that she does, but only sometimes..? Maybe on accident? Not sure, the reports are kinda vague. Just-- We're sure she's really smart and capable, the way you talk about her. Yet she is rarely in on the action. Does she not like it? Or is there some other reason? Would you like for Minnie to adventure with you more?

Hiya Alioks,

I hope you're doin' swell too! It sure is nice to be back here on Tumblr, even just for a l'il bit. Now let's take a look at your question...

Hm... Minnie joinin' me on adventures, huh...

To be honest... that's somethin' I haven't really thought 'bout.

I mean, she hasn't really asked to go on one with me, if that's what you're wonderin'. But then again, it's not like I've asked her to join either. There have been times where she would end up joinin' my adventures, though usually it's against her will with some foe, usually Pete, draggin' her in. That's probably what you've been seeing in the news 😅.

Honestly, now I'm wonderin' if that's what kind of puttin' her off of 'em, recently. I feel like lately she's been a bit more... Gosh, how do I say this... not as "supportive" of the adventures. She's mentioned a couple of times that she kinda wishes I would stay out of 'em more and focus more on "down to earth" stuff. But she just doesn't really get what it means to go on these "adventures". What it feels like. I think she just sees the "danger" and "villains" part and completely misses out on all the mystery, wonder, and thrills that come with it. If only there was a way to help her understand th-

Oh! I guess that kinda answers your last question. I bet if I could find a way to get her to join me on one, willingly, of course, she'd finally understand why I like going on 'em so much. It'd be hard, though. She's really busy lately with her business and probably wouldn't like to be pulled away without warnin'. Plus, I'd hafta go out of my way to make sure that the adventure is more of a fun one than anythin' too dangerous (you'd be surprised by how hard that can be 😒). But if I could just get her to understand, I feel like we could grow even closer as a couple. And maybe she'd be a l'il less worried when I go out for whatever journey is callin' me.

Guess this is somethin' I'll hafta think 'bout a bit more. But thanks a bunch for the question, Alioks!

I hope to see ya real soon!

Hiya asritca,

I mean... hm... I hafta think 'bout that one.

If I remember correctly, Dr. Einmug said that different realities are formed as a result of the different choices we make. So even somethin' as simple as choosin' between a chocolate or vanilla ice cream cone could result in a two completely different realities with vastly different results. So with that said, I s'pose could see a reality where instead of stoppin' trouble, I'm causin' it instead. Though hopefully not over somethin' as silly as ice cream😅 .

But with that said...

I dunno how I feel 'bout a reality where I'm like... Him.

I'd like to think that no matter how bad it gets, I would never turn out that cruel. That even if I'm not always doin' the right things or actin' the right way, I still have some semblance of good in my heart and could always go down the right path. But then again, Dr. Einmug did say that anythin' could happen... So I guess that could mean...

Well, I don't really wanna worry too much 'bout that. All I know is that I try to be a good person in this reality, and I think in the end, that's all that really matters.

Thanks a bunch for the question, though. It's been a while since I've used this account, I kinda forgot 'bout it, ha ha 😅. But don't worry, I'll still check from time to time to answer any questions you lovely folks have for me.

I hope you have a swell day!

Do you have any favorite books? Which ones do you especially enjoy rereading in the fall?

Hiya Marie,

I'm doin' great! Thanks for askin' ☺️

I certainly do have some favorite books. In fact, I actually have a favorite genre that I can always count on for a good time... Mystery.

There's just somethin' 'bout pickin' up clues along the main character and tryin' to solve it before they do. I've actually done that a couple times and it was such a rewardin' feeling. As for which ones I tend to reread, well, you can't go wrong with the classic Sherlock. The Hound of Baskervilles is my absolute favorite, and I always try to reread the whole series at least once per year.

I'm also a huge fan of "The Chirikawa Chronicles". A series that I swear I've read over a hundred times already. The last book is my absolute favorite... even though it ends on a massive cliffhanger. 😞

It's funny. Despite the whole book series bein' 'bout solvin' mysteries, the biggest mystery actually involves the author. No one has ever been able to figure out who wrote these books or why they suddenly stopped. Gosh, what I would do to figure out what really happened. I sure hope it was nothin' bad...

Then again, I am a detective, aren't I? Hm... I think I know what I'm gonna spend my weekend on.

Thanks a bunch for the question, Marie. See ya real soon,

“Hey Mickey, how’s your day going? If you’re fine, then bring me some food! Good to see you, itoko ^^ (also, itoko means cousin in Japanese *she’s a Japanese squirrel*)”

Don’t worry, I think she’s just joking about the food (hope so-)

Hiya Yuri,

I'm doin' swell, thanks for askin'. It's good to see ya too, itoko?.. Am I sayin' that right?

I just recently came back from the wildest adventure that I've ever had. I would go into details, but I dunno if you would be interested in hearin' me yap all day. Gosh, I wouldn't even know where to start.

Now 'bout the food... Hm... I have some sunflower seeds in my car. But I dunno if you would want any of those. They've been kinda sittin' in there for a while. Y'know, Minnie's actually gonna be here in a moment to have some lunch later, but I'm sure she wouldn't mind if I brought someone to join us.

Whaddya think?

Hiya steamboatchili,

Um... I'm not sure what you're talkin' 'bout. Unless I'm missin' somethin', I don't think I've been diagnosed for anythin' like that. Sorry 'bout the confusion.

Hiya Xdelany,

How nice to meet ya. I'm always open to makin' a new friend ☺️

Hmm... Someone told you I was the first non-human to win an Oscar, huh? Well, to be honest, that's news to me. If I won an Oscar and didn't know 'bout it, perhaps that means I oughta check my mailbox a bit more often, ha ha.

I'm not sure why someone would tell you that, though. Outside of some school plays, I haven't done a ton of actin'. But now that I think 'bout it, it would be fun to get back into.

Who knows maybe I can still win that Oscar. Or maybe I've already won one in another timeline or universe... Does that mean I still get to claim it, though? I guess that depends on what the other me says, ha ha.

Thanks a bunch for the question, Xdelany. I hope you have a swell day.

Hiya pacecito,

Thanks a bunch for this message. I've been swamped lately, and it is really nice to get such friendly comments now and then. Even if I don't respond to 'em as quickly as I should. 😓

I'm not sure what you mean about cartoons. But you must be talkin' 'bout the adventures I have that get shared on the news sometimes. Gosh, I never really expected to get any fans from that. Especially any from their childhood??? How long have I been doin' this?

But again, thank you so much for the kind words. I wish you the best and hope you have a swell rest of your day! 😊

So, how did the nickname "Mickey" come to be? And how come it's what you mainly go by these days? Your full name is "Michael", do you ever use it anywhere anymore? Do you ever forget you have it and make mistakes when signing papers? 😵😵 (we're not sure anyone has asked you this before)

Hiya alioks-blog,

It's really nice to meet ya... well both of ya, I guess. I'm sure any question you have would be interestin', but the one you brought is a great one.

I actually have my sister Felicity to thank for that one, if you would believe it. My parents were tryin' out all sorts of names for me have finally settled on two names. THANKFULLY, they decided against Mortimer, I could only imagine how horrible that would've been, and decided to name me Michael instead.

However, it still didn't feel right, ya know. At least that's what my sister told me. Apparently, she and another relative tried to think of a nickname that would match me better, like Mikey, or Mike or... Mack. The point is, none of 'em were really fittin', until Felicity recommended "Mickey". Apparently, the moment she said it, they both instantly knew it was perfect and I've been known as Mickey Mouse ever since ☺️

Honestly, I don't really go by Michael... at all. And I prefer to keep it that way. I dunno, Mickey just feels more like me, ya know. I think the only thing that still has "Michael" on it is my original birth certificate, ha ha. I just use and sign Mickey for everything else. And it's not like anyone really refers to me as Michael... Well, except my parents or Minnie when I get in A LOT of trouble. Maybe that's why I don't like usin' it, ha ha 😆.

But either way, thanks a bunch for the question. I'm really glad you were able to ask me one.

I hope you two have a swell day,

There's a specific video game on my mind that I really think you'd like. I won't say what it is, but it's a platformer that's infamous for being a REALLY difficult rage game. But that's not the reason I ask you about it. In fact, the protagonists of the game, who have cups for heads, have...well...a familiar likeness that I think you'd find interesting.

Hiya steamboatchilli,

Yep, I am indeed aware of video games. Though I'm a bit confused 'bout the implications that I've lived in the 1930's to 1950's? I mean, I've been told that I have an old soul every now and then, but never that I was actually that old, ha ha. I dunno what year it is for you, but for me it's 2025.

But back to your question, I love video games! All sorts, actually. I actually just finished a really good one 'bout a really cool explorer who travels the world and goes on all sorts of adventures. I actually got into it since it reminded me of a new friend I made 😊, but I think I might wanna check out the whole series. I also remember lovin' this one game where you help a professor solve a bunch of puzzles and riddles in order to figure out the mystery at the center. I guess it would make sense for me to like games with a bit of mystery. Though I might've taken it a bit too far. I thought it would be a fun idea to have my friends solve puzzles in order to ask favors. They did not like that 😅.

Oh, I can't forget the fighting game that Donald and I played ever since we were kids. In fact, we played it so much that we ended up makin' our own rules and games... within that game, ha ha. I believe I have the most wins overall, though Donny would say otherwise. Accordin' to him, me usin' a certain character and "spammin'" their special move "doesn't count". But in my opinion, if it's in the game, it's not cheatin'. Sometimes we end up fightin' more outside the game than in, but if things get too heated, Goofy and Minnie usually save the day with a party game we can all play 😆.

As for the game you recommended, it's been a while since I played platformers, but I don't see why I can't get back into 'em. I think I actually heard of the game you're talkin' 'bout. You're not the only one to say that I might connect to it. I guess at the point, I gotta check it out then.

Thanks a bunch for the recommendation.

See ya real soon,

I was wondering if you ever dreamed of being a pilot or a ship captain? Were you interested in air/water transport?

Gosh, have you been readin' my thoughts?

You BET I have. 🤩🤩🤩

One of my favorite things to do is to go to the Mouseton Pier or Aircraft Hangar and hang out with all the sailors and pilots. And sometimes if I'm lucky, I get to do a bit more.

I remember when I had a free weekend and caught Churchmouse at the pier with some of his new crew. Turns out they were goin' on a two day trip to deliver some items, and they actually invited me to come with 'em. I am so glad I did. That was one of the best weekends I've ever had. Sure, I spent most of it cleanin' and nothin' really happened. But just bein' out on the sea was enough for me.

But that ewas nothin' like when Colonel Doberman actually let me FLY his plane... with his guidance of course. I was so nervous. It didn't help that we nearly nosedived into a barn full of hay the second he handed me the wheel. But soon enough, I got the hang of it, and... Honestly, I have no idea how to even explain it outside of breath-takin'. I felt so free in the air. I felt like I could do anything.

Doberman even showed me how to do a barrel roll, loops, and even a hammerhead turn. It was the best time of my life. I've actually been practicin' all the moves on flight simulators so that when he comes back, I can show him and get a chance to learn even more tricks. 😍

Honestly, I wish I could do nothin' but sail and fly all the time. Though I s'pose it's kinda hard to do 'em both at the same time 😂. I guess if I had to choose one, I'd lean more towards flyin', but there's a lot of stuff I like to do on land as well. It can be tough havin' so many passions sometimes 😓.

But thanks a bunch for the question marie--soul.

I hope you have a swell day.

Uh sure I'll make sure to... Wait!

You dated Miklos?

And he's been doin' what?

...

Plus, the person who was pretending to be you… wasn’t real friendly I’ll tell you that :/

I know right,

I know Miklos can be a problem in my real life, but didn't expect him to be a problem in my digital one too. I'm real sorry for all the harm he caused. Miklos ain't exactly the friendliest fella.

And to think this all happened 'cause I accidentally left my phone in the park. I was meetin' up with my pals to go to a comedy club event. It was called the April Fools Extravaganza and lasted all day. All the comedians there were super funny, but I guess the joke was on me as I didn't realize my phone was gone until the very end. Luckily I was able to track him quickly through his rampant postin' -I suppose there was one benefit to all the chaos- and caught Miklos just as he was 'bout to skip town. It was not fun, but luckily my pals were there to help.

But either way I'm glad to be back and real glad that y'all didn't give up on me. Hopefully this will be the last time this ever happens.