You're where the Wild Things are...

An in-character blog set in the universe of EVE Online. These are the private diary entries of Lady Ekaterina Mariya deSilvestris, a minor Amarrian Noble and Capsuleer. Other existing characters within EVE will be referred to throughout, though any opinions and views expressed are those of this character. These entries may touch on or directly address mature themes such as violence, sexuality, race and ethnicity, and mental health. As noted, any views are those of the character.

Before we begin, I feel it important to say a few words on the subject of mental health. Ekaterina, or Ekat as many call her, is something of a troubled soul. This aspect of her character is a personal choice I have made, for very personal reasons. Although EVE is a game in which the players can immerse themselves to a greater or lesser degree as they wish, mental health is a very real issue for many people. Those two simple words cover a myriad different issues and concerns that affect people directly or indirectly every day all, over the world.

If you find yourself affected by any issues touched upon in these posts, or if you face your own troubles, please know that there are people out there you can turn to; doctors, friends, family - there is ALWAYS someone. If you are an EVE player, then Broadcast 4 Reps chat is available, staffed by wonderfully kind and good-hearted volunteers. If you know of someone who has mental health issues, then please just let them know you are there. It doesn't have to be anything big, just a smile, a cup of tea, a quick phone call about last night's game - just a little thing to show they aren't forgotten.

You Never Fly Alone.
25-02-YC121

Happy Birthday, Mama!

What a delightful day we have had, celebrating Mama!  Everyone attended, of course, and Ankine made an absolutely adorable cake.  Papa jokingly teased Mama about pulling her ears, but I think if he had tried, he would have fared the worst.  Silly Papa, he still does that with all of us.  He did give Mama an absolutely beautiful necklace, though, so I think she will forgive his teasing.  Felix had obviously used his connections to find a very tasteful Gallente perfume, and though it may not have been quite as impressive, I do think Mama quite liked my box of Ni-Kunni confections.

Dzerzhinsky entertained us all with his birthday songs (I made a quick wish whilst sat between him and Felix at dinner, and oh, how I pray it comes true), and Father Mikhail was there to give Blessings.  Altogether it was a very full house, and I would have stayed all night were I able.  Alas, duty does not care for birthdays or celebrations or precious moments with loved ones.  Yet there will be more to come, and I look forward to Nikolai's not too far away.  I hope I am able to bring Constantin to that one, I want so much for him to spend as much time as possible with my family.

I pray God and My Eternal Empress shall make my wish come true.

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