Westley Nelson
@westleynelson.bsky.social
Game dev; Creative Director for Heliotrope Journey; Stock Photographer; Digital Artist and Writer. Occasionally uploads Let’s Plays to YouTube like a geek. Nice to meet ya. 👋
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Happy New Year, everybody. New entry on my Tumblr blog is up. Both my worlds collided when my characters decided to celebrate at the biggest concert of the decade. Pizza is served at the concession stands for $2.99. Credits to the photographers are listed in the entry. www.tumblr.com/heliotrope-j...
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💬 0 🔁 0 ❤️ 0 · It Was the End of a Year, But the Start of an Adventure · Good evening, vampire hunters.
Another year has come and gone like a river. 2025 brought the beginning of Waltz of Sepulc…
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January 6, 2026 at 4:46 AM
Happy New Year, everybody. New entry on my Tumblr blog is up. Both my worlds collided when my characters decided to celebrate at the biggest concert of the decade. Pizza is served at the concession stands for $2.99. Credits to the photographers are listed in the entry. www.tumblr.com/heliotrope-j...
The Hilton Hotel franchise is a private entity so they have every right to refuse service to patrons that might reflect badly on them. Some things since the American Revolution have never changed.
The Department of Homeland Security on Monday accused the Hilton hotel company of a “coordinated campaign” to refuse service to its law enforcement officers in Minneapolis.
Hilton ‘Maliciously Canceled’ Immigration Agents’ Reservations, DHS Says
As the U.S. ramps up deportation efforts in Minnesota, the Department of Homeland Security claimed on social media that a Hampton Inn had canceled agents’ bookings.
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January 6, 2026 at 4:42 AM
The Hilton Hotel franchise is a private entity so they have every right to refuse service to patrons that might reflect badly on them. Some things since the American Revolution have never changed.
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Breaking News: The Trump administration must return hundreds of California National Guard troops to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s control, a federal appeals court ruled.
Trump Must Return Command of California National Guard to Newsom, Court Rules
The ruling is a win for Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has vigorously opposed President Trump’s moves to control California’s National Guard since the summer.
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January 1, 2026 at 12:48 AM
Breaking News: The Trump administration must return hundreds of California National Guard troops to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s control, a federal appeals court ruled.
New entry on my Tumblr blog is up! Idyia and her new friends are now taking the fight to the ice queen to protect the gingerbread village, Frørthorpe. A life-sized nutcracker golem stands in their way and it won't be a challenge. Photo by Alexandra Diaconu on Unsplash. www.tumblr.com/heliotrope-j...
December 29, 2025 at 5:52 AM
New entry on my Tumblr blog is up! Idyia and her new friends are now taking the fight to the ice queen to protect the gingerbread village, Frørthorpe. A life-sized nutcracker golem stands in their way and it won't be a challenge. Photo by Alexandra Diaconu on Unsplash. www.tumblr.com/heliotrope-j...
It’s naive for Christine Rebstock to think that President Trump and his cronies in the administration would be willing to hear her out. The cognitive dissonance in her response to our commander in chief’s rant is perplexing because all year long, they’ve made life for transgender individuals in the
December 28, 2025 at 12:21 AM
It’s naive for Christine Rebstock to think that President Trump and his cronies in the administration would be willing to hear her out. The cognitive dissonance in her response to our commander in chief’s rant is perplexing because all year long, they’ve made life for transgender individuals in the
Seasons greetings! New video is up! Taylor Swift’s engagement to Travis Kelce and her twelfth album's release have rocked the globe. Fans are rejoicing while conservatives are throwing hissy fits, but I decided to celebrate by looking back on the independence Taylor fought for. youtu.be/CEi3ZMMdLh4
Taylor Swift’s Engagement to Travis Kelce is a Game Changer
YouTube video by Westley Nelson
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December 27, 2025 at 4:39 AM
Seasons greetings! New video is up! Taylor Swift’s engagement to Travis Kelce and her twelfth album's release have rocked the globe. Fans are rejoicing while conservatives are throwing hissy fits, but I decided to celebrate by looking back on the independence Taylor fought for. youtu.be/CEi3ZMMdLh4
I’m making holiday magic happen in Heliotrope Journey tonight. How is everyone holding up so far this season? 🎄❄️
December 25, 2025 at 4:58 AM
I’m making holiday magic happen in Heliotrope Journey tonight. How is everyone holding up so far this season? 🎄❄️
If inclusivity is a reason for an educator to be hated, then it’s a good thing I like them canceled. ;)
December 23, 2025 at 11:10 PM
If inclusivity is a reason for an educator to be hated, then it’s a good thing I like them canceled. ;)
It’s a busy, exhausting month for me so I invited another freelance pixel artist to contribute to this year’s holiday ad. I saw Wicked: For Good last month with my mother so you could see what inspired the design for this lad’s wand. ⭐️
December 17, 2025 at 6:36 AM
It’s a busy, exhausting month for me so I invited another freelance pixel artist to contribute to this year’s holiday ad. I saw Wicked: For Good last month with my mother so you could see what inspired the design for this lad’s wand. ⭐️
I’m obsessulated with these sketches. Some like the Nor’Eastern Nox Weapon Set and crystalline ice crown are donned by Queen Ijsivrou’s respected commanders.
December 9, 2025 at 5:41 AM
I’m obsessulated with these sketches. Some like the Nor’Eastern Nox Weapon Set and crystalline ice crown are donned by Queen Ijsivrou’s respected commanders.
New entry on my Tumblr blog is up! I didn’t get a chance at my Thanksgiving dinner to say what I’m thankful for so I’ll give my thanks to Lana Kravchenko on Pexels and Chubbo for their contributions to this year's Thanksgiving ad. How did you spend your Overeating Day? www.tumblr.com/heliotrope-j...
November 28, 2025 at 3:40 AM
New entry on my Tumblr blog is up! I didn’t get a chance at my Thanksgiving dinner to say what I’m thankful for so I’ll give my thanks to Lana Kravchenko on Pexels and Chubbo for their contributions to this year's Thanksgiving ad. How did you spend your Overeating Day? www.tumblr.com/heliotrope-j...
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The gaming platform Roblox is very popular with children. But it has also attracted adult predators and is facing more than 20 lawsuits over child safety. The hosts of "Hard Fork" asked the company's CEO about what they are doing to protect young users. nyti.ms/4oN4Gse
November 21, 2025 at 7:03 PM
The gaming platform Roblox is very popular with children. But it has also attracted adult predators and is facing more than 20 lawsuits over child safety. The hosts of "Hard Fork" asked the company's CEO about what they are doing to protect young users. nyti.ms/4oN4Gse
What I look like in my picture vs. the picture my friend’s dad takes of me. 😅
November 20, 2025 at 11:29 PM
What I look like in my picture vs. the picture my friend’s dad takes of me. 😅
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NEW: The New York Times and KFF surveyed 1,800+ immigrants in the United States.
Half of all immigrants say they feel less safe since President Trump took office, and yet the majority are resolved to stay.
Check out the poll's findings:
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/18/u...
Half of all immigrants say they feel less safe since President Trump took office, and yet the majority are resolved to stay.
Check out the poll's findings:
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/18/u...
Under Trump, Immigrants Are More Fearful but Determined to Stay, Poll Finds
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November 18, 2025 at 3:20 PM
NEW: The New York Times and KFF surveyed 1,800+ immigrants in the United States.
Half of all immigrants say they feel less safe since President Trump took office, and yet the majority are resolved to stay.
Check out the poll's findings:
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/18/u...
Half of all immigrants say they feel less safe since President Trump took office, and yet the majority are resolved to stay.
Check out the poll's findings:
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/18/u...
T.W. for suicide and transphobia;
I’m sorry, but in what way is stating that “this TRA did a hatchet job” counts as being used to criticism by the left? If you’ve been following me since before last year’s elections, we both know how surly Christine can get when her viewpoints are challenged.
I’m sorry, but in what way is stating that “this TRA did a hatchet job” counts as being used to criticism by the left? If you’ve been following me since before last year’s elections, we both know how surly Christine can get when her viewpoints are challenged.
November 18, 2025 at 10:54 PM
T.W. for suicide and transphobia;
I’m sorry, but in what way is stating that “this TRA did a hatchet job” counts as being used to criticism by the left? If you’ve been following me since before last year’s elections, we both know how surly Christine can get when her viewpoints are challenged.
I’m sorry, but in what way is stating that “this TRA did a hatchet job” counts as being used to criticism by the left? If you’ve been following me since before last year’s elections, we both know how surly Christine can get when her viewpoints are challenged.
On Sunday, I’ve had the privilege of being on Kindly Neurodivergent with Kay to discuss what it was like to attend The Eras and The Greatest Hits Tours. Overcoming my aversion to crowds to be where the action is an act of bravery that I’ll always cherish. 😊 m.youtube.com/watch?v=duIw...
Accessibility: Navigating Road Trips & Concert Venues
YouTube video by Kindly Neurodivergent with Kay
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November 11, 2025 at 9:30 PM
On Sunday, I’ve had the privilege of being on Kindly Neurodivergent with Kay to discuss what it was like to attend The Eras and The Greatest Hits Tours. Overcoming my aversion to crowds to be where the action is an act of bravery that I’ll always cherish. 😊 m.youtube.com/watch?v=duIw...
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If the Trump administration decides to pursue land strikes in Venezuela, U.S. forces could pursue a range of sites as targets. But the potential impact of such strikes remains uncertain.
If Trump attacked Venezuela, these sites could become targets
U.S. forces could pursue a range of options as targets, from Venezuelan military bases to cocaine refinery labs or clandestine airstrips, according to former U.S. and Venezuelan military officials.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:30 PM
If the Trump administration decides to pursue land strikes in Venezuela, U.S. forces could pursue a range of sites as targets. But the potential impact of such strikes remains uncertain.
A belated All Saints' Day entry on my Tumblr blog is up. I've gotten this year's chapter of Treyton's adventure in Teodosie out of the way. It's a little lengthy, but I hope you guys enjoy it. It features sour lollipops. :) Photo by ELAINE CAITANO on Unsplash. www.tumblr.com/heliotrope-j...
November 10, 2025 at 8:28 PM
A belated All Saints' Day entry on my Tumblr blog is up. I've gotten this year's chapter of Treyton's adventure in Teodosie out of the way. It's a little lengthy, but I hope you guys enjoy it. It features sour lollipops. :) Photo by ELAINE CAITANO on Unsplash. www.tumblr.com/heliotrope-j...
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NEW: A federal judge ordered the Trump admin to fund food stamps in full this month. Pretty quickly, DOJ said it would appeal.
Now, millions of poor families are in limbo, and it is not entirely clear if/when they're going to see *any* SNAP payments in Nov.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/u...
Now, millions of poor families are in limbo, and it is not entirely clear if/when they're going to see *any* SNAP payments in Nov.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/u...
Judge Orders Trump Administration to Fully Fund Food Stamps This Month
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November 6, 2025 at 10:49 PM
NEW: A federal judge ordered the Trump admin to fund food stamps in full this month. Pretty quickly, DOJ said it would appeal.
Now, millions of poor families are in limbo, and it is not entirely clear if/when they're going to see *any* SNAP payments in Nov.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/u...
Now, millions of poor families are in limbo, and it is not entirely clear if/when they're going to see *any* SNAP payments in Nov.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/u...
Neurology appointment went well so I treated myself to a vinyl and a dragonfruit refresher mixed with coconut milk at Target. I voted today, btw, because local elections are important too. 🗳️
November 4, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Neurology appointment went well so I treated myself to a vinyl and a dragonfruit refresher mixed with coconut milk at Target. I voted today, btw, because local elections are important too. 🗳️
New entry on my Tumblr blog is up with a Halloween treat coming to The Heliotrope Chronicles Book 1 Volume II. Amanda and Jackie are giving out candy at the temporary rest stop they set up in the forest not far from Baudelaire City. The first piece is free! 😋 www.tumblr.com/heliotrope-j...
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💬 0 🔁 0 ❤️ 0 · Halloween Comes to the Conifers Kingdom · Good evening, vampire hunters.
Frederick and his band of heroes have only just begun to get settled in living off the land and some of th…
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November 1, 2025 at 11:44 PM
New entry on my Tumblr blog is up with a Halloween treat coming to The Heliotrope Chronicles Book 1 Volume II. Amanda and Jackie are giving out candy at the temporary rest stop they set up in the forest not far from Baudelaire City. The first piece is free! 😋 www.tumblr.com/heliotrope-j...
The dress that Libby Laurelstockings showed off to Amanda, Jackie, and the Pumpkinhead Babies is inspired by a jack o’lantern outfit I saw at Old Navy last year. I’ve been meaning to draw that since. 🎃 Photo by Erica Marsland Huynh on Unsplash.
October 29, 2025 at 4:50 AM
The dress that Libby Laurelstockings showed off to Amanda, Jackie, and the Pumpkinhead Babies is inspired by a jack o’lantern outfit I saw at Old Navy last year. I’ve been meaning to draw that since. 🎃 Photo by Erica Marsland Huynh on Unsplash.
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Every $1 invested in SNAP generates $1.80 in economic activity.
It’s not about the money, Trump just wants Americans to go hungry.
It’s not about the money, Trump just wants Americans to go hungry.
October 28, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Every $1 invested in SNAP generates $1.80 in economic activity.
It’s not about the money, Trump just wants Americans to go hungry.
It’s not about the money, Trump just wants Americans to go hungry.
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Analysis: Elizabeth, New Jersey, used to be a Democratic stronghold. But after President Trump received almost 43 percent of the vote in 2024, Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli is hoping for improved Black and Latino support in the gubernatorial race.
Analysis | After Trump gains, New Jersey governor’s race offers a test for Democrats
GOP candidate Jack Ciattarelli hopes for improved Black and Latino support against Democratic rival Mikie Sherrill.
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October 27, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Analysis: Elizabeth, New Jersey, used to be a Democratic stronghold. But after President Trump received almost 43 percent of the vote in 2024, Republican candidate Jack Ciattarelli is hoping for improved Black and Latino support in the gubernatorial race.
Many thanks to KawaiiPixelArts for creating some of the décor for this year’s Halloween ad on short notice. The black cat she brought to life is adorable. ^_^ I also got a new seasonal character in the works. She’s rocking the Bride of Frankenstein look. 🤩 Photo by Andrey Svistunov on Unsplash.
October 22, 2025 at 5:48 AM
Many thanks to KawaiiPixelArts for creating some of the décor for this year’s Halloween ad on short notice. The black cat she brought to life is adorable. ^_^ I also got a new seasonal character in the works. She’s rocking the Bride of Frankenstein look. 🤩 Photo by Andrey Svistunov on Unsplash.