Cleansing The Soul

My mind, body and soul have been officially cleansed, meaning I get more ideas easier. How? Let me tell you how.

My support worker took me into town yesterday, and it was tons and tons of fun. First of all, we went to the chemist. I wanted to pet a fluffy brownish-orange dog that was wandering about (how do they allow animals in there?!), but my S.W. ushered me along to get something with that £3 voucher I got from Aquafresh for complaining about how bad their kids' and Paw Patrol toothpaste smelled.

Afterward, we went to the charity shop to see if my crazy support worker was there, but...sigh. He wasn't. So, I posed sassily in front of a pile of old books and games like a model for Vogue - you know, I should work there one day, as long as I'm not exploited.

Then, came the most life changing moment in the world - my S.W. took me to the local cathedral. My eyes widened and my jaw nearly oozed out of my mouth, because for a cathedral it was huge. Massive. ENORMOUS!

My S.W. showed me everything that's huge and enormous, from the flower decorations on the high up, ornate ceilings, to the mega heavy bibles and the gigantic steel organ to the kids' section and best of all...the memory tree. My favourite part.

Now, you're all going to cry reading this, so I suggest you bring smooth, clean hankies to dab your eyes with as you read. I wrote a message to not just David Graham, the original voice of Parker, who died just two years ago when I got into Gerry Anderson, Captain Scarlet, Thunderbirds and many others, but also...my Grandma.

No, I didn't write on it that she was a moody old bag, I told her this:

"I will keep smiling for you."

And I will still do it, no matter what. Thank you, Grandma.

Then, I started praying as my S.W. took pictures of me wishing Grandma luck during her time over the Rainbow Bridge. Feeling sad? There, there, don't cry, guys, it's alright. I promise you the next few bits of the entry will make you smile, I promise.

Anyway, after this emotional turn of events, my S.W. and I went to the bookshop - FOR THE FIRST TIME IN YEARS! It must be full of cobwebs now. I looked around all the packed shelves for puzzle, picture and wordsearch books, but every shelf was lined with a book featuring Bluey and her 'crazeh' family. Bluey here, Bluey there, Bluey Bluey everywhere!

But then, I found the ticket: a Sticker Dolly Dressing book - not about Halloween, not about Easter, but about a magical unicorn kingdom. Amazing! And as an extra special treat, my S.W. let me order some Paddington Bear bookmarks and a chocolate ice cream from the freezer near the front door. It tasted absolutely gourmet!

Once we ordered our food from ASDA, we had our picnic near the haunted ferry, where not only did I gorge down all my sausage rolls like Jamie in the first story in Grizzly Tales: Gruesome Grown Ups, but I also tried something new. Well, they were old, but, I don't mean old as in 'gone off'.

I meant fresh! Apple slices and cheese cubes! However, I wasn't fond of purple grapes, I was only fond of green grapes, so, I threw every single one of my fruits out to feed to the starving birds.

On closing, I just like to say that this day cleansed my spiritual beliefs not just for one day, but forever. Now I'm going to put my beliefs in everything I believe in, but for other rights.

Fists in the air if you believe me!

"Hail,

HAIL,

OUR CREATOR!!!"

Nicky Babysits

Art by @n1cky on Instagram

There’s something so heartwarming about seeing a gentle older dog like Nicky looking after two playful little pups like Pippa and her baby sister Blueberry. This latest piece of fanart captures the vibe perfectly: a peaceful afternoon of doodling and laughter, crayons scattered across the table, and the warm, steady presence of Nicky keeping everything calm.

But drawing was just one small part of their day.

After their colourful art session, Nicky packed a small picnic and took the girls to the garden. Pippa, always the chatterbox, talked nonstop about her newest idea for a dragon story while Nicky nodded along patiently, tail wagging. Blueberry, curious and quiet, found a ladybug and followed it around until Nicky gently reminded her not to squish it. They all sat on a soft blanket, munching on cheese cubes and apple slices, and Nicky made sure everyone stayed hydrated with their favourite fruit juice pouches.

Later, they played a quiet game called “Shadow Parade” indoors. With the curtains drawn and a flashlight in paw, Nicky made shadow animals on the wall. Pippa guessed them all right—except the penguin. That one stumped her. Blueberry didn’t say much but clapped for every shape, whether she knew what it was or not.

As the sun started to dip, Nicky helped the girls into their pyjamas and read them a story—one about a kind dog who takes care of two little fairies in the forest. Pippa giggled when she realised it was based on them. Blueberry fell asleep curled up beside her big sister before the story even ended.

This fanart might just be a snapshot of one moment, but it represents a whole day of tenderness, giggles, and gentle care—a perfect reminder that sometimes, the best babysitters are the ones who simply listen, play, and love.