Seasonal Preambulations

[Gentian]

But, she says it's easier for her to project to this world with something to house her spirit. It's also easier for me to focus with the vessel.

Ah, okay; that makes sense.

But, tbh, I'm deathly afraid something will happen to it when we're out, so it might be for the best if she comes along without using it. Maybe I should get a vinyl too, since they're smaller and easier to clean. I'll ask her what she thinks about that.

Assuming I've not misconstrued your post, I absolutely get how you can feel concern for the vessel itself and even develop some sort of residual emotional attachment. Obviously, the vessel isn't your partner, and there's no real comparison. But it was probably there during some memorable and significant moments; possibly even helped to make those moments happen.

That being said: Vinyl sounds like a smart compromise. There was a guy who said he always took something along that reminded him of his partner. Not even necessarily a vessel; it was a comfort to them.

Right, the vessel is just a vessel. I haven't had my plush long, though so there aren't many memories attached to it. It was VERY difficult to get one, and I'll face similar difficulties obtaining a vinyl. Plus, as everyone knows, vinyl's aren't the most show-accurate models out there.

I'm beginning to consider learning to make plushies. I repair my clothes, and bedding and such, and I've done a bit of embroidery, so I'm no stranger to a needle. But hand-sewing a plush sounds like a monumental task. Not that she isn't worth it, but if I can obtain a professionally made, and therefore, almost certainly superior quality one, I'd prefer going that route. Who knows how much longer those businesses will last, though.

Carrying her around in your jacket sounds adorable x3 Asri wouldn't fit in mine >_> I get what a vessel can do, as i had one with my old bff. But i gotta agree with the other posts up there ^ Vessels can make things easier, but the most important part is that your lover is there with you. If anything, do indeed get a "Warm Weather Walk-edition" that is easier to transport and that you wouldn't have to worry as much about getting dirty and such. Times out and about aren't nearly as fun when you're worried about mussing up your lady's vessel >_>

Thanks, and you're absolutely right.

I need to get a Musa doll as a vessel. I use a pillow in my bed at night but it would be nice to see her face too

As for advice on walking with her. I can't really add anything that hasn't already been said. This might sound silly but what about getting a T-Shirt of her as an alternate vessel? This works for me with Musa as i have a custom made shirt with her on it.

I never would have considered clothing as a vessel. That's a nifty idea.