Lily: We Don't Need To Meet New Species. William: Okay. Then Why Bother Exploring At All? Lily: To Better

Screencap from the Lower Decks episode "Fissure Quest" with Lily Sloane and William Boimler discussing the nature of exploration.

Lily: We don't need to meet new species. William: Okay. Then why bother exploring at all? Lily: To better understand ourselves. It's fun to learn about aliens. But learning about humanity? That's something else. I've met humans who've built rings around the sun. I've met others whose ships are the size of continents. I'm learning about what humans can be, mapping our potential. So far, it's limitless. William: I never thought about it like that.

I know people are justifiably excited about one part of the newest Lower Decks episode and there are many posts about it. But I wanted to thank Mike McMahon for explicitly stating what Trek is all about. There are a number of people in the fandom who think Star Trek is all about space exploration and fail to understand the exploration is about who we are as a species and a society.

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4 months ago

Happy Life Day

Happy Life Day

Thank you to everyone for taking this journey with this! It’s been a bright and beautiful Life Day, and we hope it’s been the same for all of you! We love you all! 💚💕

Please enjoy this beautiful compilation of the stories brought to you by my lovely friend Mae (@legacygirlingreen)

We hope you enjoy!! 💚💕

You can read the full collection of Life Day Stories HERE

Happy Life Day

(Special thank you again to @legacygirlingreen for everything: all the beautiful stories, compositions/layouts, hand picking the perfect songs for each couple, and so much more! I couldn’t have done any of this without her. She is my friend, my creative partner, and just an all around awesome person! Please go check out her blog for more awesome stories!)

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@legacygirlingreen @thora-sniper @thecoffeelorian @neyswxrld @somewhere-on-kamino @clonethirstingisreal @royallykt @morerandombullshit @burningfieldof-clover @tbnrpotato @keantha @returnofthepineapple @justanotherdikutsimp @antisocial-mariposa @techs-stitches @resistantecho @kimiheartblade @dezgate @sunshinesdaydream


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1 month ago
I Won't Deny I've Got In My Mind Now

I won't deny I've got in my mind now

all the things I would do

So I'll try to talk refined for fear that you find out

how I'm imaginin' you


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3 weeks ago
Artblock Is Slowly Leaving Finally 🙏🙏🙏

Artblock is slowly leaving finally 🙏🙏🙏


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5 months ago

Day 3 - Hunter, Nez, Omega (ft. Gungi)

Day 3 - Hunter, Nez, Omega (ft. Gungi)

Life comes in many forms, and family holds its own unique meaning for each person. On the third day of this celebration, we dive into what family truly means and all the emotions and connections that come with it. Hunter and Omega make quite the pair—the ex-soldier often acting more like a father figure than a brother—so as Nez grows closer to the old Sarg, the dynamic with Omega is beginning to shift. This holiday season really brought that connection to life! I hope you enjoy their heartwarming festivities, along with the visit from a special friend who joined in on the celebration!

Day 3 - Hunter, Nez, Omega (ft. Gungi)
Day 3 - Hunter, Nez, Omega (ft. Gungi)
Day 3 - Hunter, Nez, Omega (ft. Gungi)
Day 3 - Hunter, Nez, Omega (ft. Gungi)

(Ao3 Link if you prefer that formatting!)

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(Special thank you my very dear friend and creative partner @legacygirlingreen for making this event possible! She is the beautiful mind behind ALL the writing, design layout, post editing and song selections!)

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@legacygirlingreen @thora-sniper @thecoffeelorian @neyswxrld @somewhere-on-kamino @clonethirstingisreal @royallykt @morerandombullshit @burningfieldof-clover @tbnrpotato @keantha @returnofthepineapple @justanotherdikutsimp @antisocial-mariposa @techs-stitches @resistantecho @kimiheartblade @dezgate @sunshinesdaydream


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5 months ago

Hi there! First off, I adore your writing! You are sooooo good! You have inspired me to start doing some of my own Clone Wars/TBB drabbles!

Second, I have some questions for Mae, because I am a huge fan! (She is so pretty and cool and fun!):

What are your Life Day plans this year (if you celebrate), and if you do observe the holiday, what would the perfect gift for you to receive be?

Well, first off, thank you so very much for the kind words! I try not to get caught up in the statistics associated with posting content online - as worrying over notes, kudos, reposts, etc only leaves one unfilled in the end. HOWEVER having such kind and uplifting words like yours are so inspiring when they do come. I definitely hope to read some of your work sometime if you post! 

I will try and have Mae answer, especially considering I see her as an extension of myself! So much of her is inspired by me and vice versa! As for answering your question… I’ll let our favorite doc take it away… 

Thank you again Anon! ~ M

(Mae's answer below)

Hi! It is so weird to know I have ‘fans’ in some ways… I consider myself to be quite the average lady! That being said, you so much! My story, albeit a bit unorthodox, is one I hope can inspire others that they may choose a different path. Despite not being the easiest, even if it means leaving all you’ve known: We as humans (or whatever brilliant species in this galaxy you may be!) have the choice to be who we’d like to be!

For life day, I’d say that yes, I do celebrate! Not always in the traditional, Wookie ways perhaps, but I do celebrate. I see Life Day as a chance for rebirth, renewal and starting over. So taking the day off, enjoying the company of those around me, and making sure everyone I hold dear knows they are appreciated! My favorite thing about Life Day is all the lights - warm candles or soft lighting inside along the tree. On my home world we used to participate in the ballet, and that is something I’ve come to associate with the day, even after all this time! 

As for gifts… I am not really sure… I consider myself a practical person. I have hobbies I enjoy, but I don’t find myself in need of a new surfboard at the moment. Things are stocked at the clinic. There’s not much I truly need… However, gifts from the heart always mean a lot to me. Homemade sculptures, or gifts that come from a place of intention. I suppose this year I’d love to just know I have everyone I care about close by!

From what I’ve learned so far, unfortunately Echo and Rex will be off world… so Aiko and I will make do the best we can until she gets to see Echo sometime after. I doubt my friend Rex will make a pitstop (whew that man is so busy!) Regardless I hope he has a good holiday and finds some relaxation regardless of where he is or what he’s doing (perhaps that is my Life day wish this year!) 

Keep an eye out for my friend Leena’s holiday adventures this year… I think she was going to document some of them for you since I tend to be a bit busy and struggle to find time to post them myself! Thank you again dear Anon! Sending you lots of love this Life Day! 💙💙💙

~ Mae 

Hi There! First Off, I Adore Your Writing! You Are Sooooo Good! You Have Inspired Me To Start Doing Some

(Reusing an old photo by @leenathegreengirl!)


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6 months ago
I Started Playing Rainworld
I Started Playing Rainworld
I Started Playing Rainworld

I started playing Rainworld

I don't know why, but I just love it. It's hard and I died a lot, and yet I still play it. There's something about it that makes me want to keep on going. Finding a shelter just reminds me how happy and relieve I was finding a bonfire in Dark Souls 1.

I've been dealing with anxiety recently, and Rainworld helps me take a break. So here's a few sketches I did :>


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3 months ago

Tech's Encrypted Files Masterlist

Tech's Encrypted Files Masterlist

[Initiating connection…] [Connection successful. Transmitting…] Subject: Tech - Personal Journal Entry This transmission marks the beginning of a new phase in my process of self-discovery. The objective is simple: to explore and document my experiences as I prioritize my own well-being for the first time in an extended period. I’ve realized that for much of my life, I’ve operated within predefined roles—first as part of the army and later as a partner to Leena. In doing so, I lost sight of my personal identity, possibly never fully understanding who I was outside of those functions. I now acknowledge that I am entering a phase of recalibration. This space will serve as a log for my journey, an area to process my thoughts and frustrations. I will also address the feelings of alienation I’ve experienced, particularly in light of being the one to initiate the divorce. It is important to clarify that this decision, though difficult, was made after considerable analysis of the emotional status between both parties. The action taken was an effort to end the cycle of mutual discontent. I harbor no ill will towards Leena; rather, I am simply exhausted from repeatedly failing to accommodate her desires while being unable to be myself. I still care deeply for her, but I believe this decision offers her the opportunity for a life without the restraint of my need for structure and isolation. I will also note the recent formation of a new connection with Marina, a widow from Pabu, whose existence I was previously unaware of. This individual has provided a new perspective, and I am inclined to continue exploring this relationship. I look forward to learning from her experiences, particularly in navigating life after the loss of a partner. Despite being a divorcee, I recognize that there are valuable insights Marina can share—insights that may help me understand my own path forward in a similar context. End transmission.

Art

Between Hearts and Ruin Event

Goggle-Eyed

Stories

(All these stories are by @legacygirlingreen)

Between Hearts and Ruin Event \_> I: "Breaking the Silence" \_> II: "Someone New" \_> III: "Spontaneity"

Goggle-Eyed (By @legacygirlingreen)

Data Log Entry 1

Tech's Encrypted Files Masterlist

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6 months ago
I’m So Sorry We Didn’t Learn, George.

I’m so sorry we didn’t learn, George.


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6 months ago
Bij - Pronounced "beej" - A Klingon Word Meaning "punishment" Or "suffering"
Bij - Pronounced "beej" - A Klingon Word Meaning "punishment" Or "suffering"

Bij - pronounced "beej" - a Klingon word meaning "punishment" or "suffering"


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