The Volatile MermaidTFW people ask you if you watched that new show yet and you’re like, no I’ve been rewatching shows I’ve seen a million times because they’re like a warm, comforting hug, and I’m not emotionally equipped to take on new info at this time.
Merpeg@OhNoSheTwitnt
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I’m re-reading favorite fanfics* instead of watching new shows for the exact same reason…
(OK… sometimes I’ll watch a new episode of an extant show just to shorten the list on my DVR. But they’re still the characters in know.)