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Jul. 30th, 2021


[info]notofhearts
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[info]notofhearts
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I just do not understand people some days. Do they really think that it's okay to stand in the space between two lines at a grocery store and claim that they're in both so that they can be the next customer checked out? That's not how lines are supposed to work! You get in one and that's the one you're in. And then you wait your turn. If you picked the slower one? Then you hope and pray that the other cashier gets through her line quickly and calls you over to them.

And no if any of you were wondering - it was not someone around my age who did this. It was a senior citizen.

[info]beyondthewalls
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[info]beyondthewalls
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Zelda and Pan have finally decided on their favorite spot to lay in the sun at the house - the window in the bunns room. I think it's so they can be with their sisters but it could also be because George lets Pan use her as a pillow.

[info]bithnyianking
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[info]bithnyianking
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Well...my father finally managed to do it. He convinced my mum to allow him to train one of her Rottweiler puppies as a hunting dog. She didn't give in on the dog sleeping outside so now all of their dogs, hunting or pets sleep in the house. Every inch of their house is covered in dog hair and I actually need to figure out how to get Aslan and Chip with us for the next visit so they can join in the chaos.

Jul. 27th, 2021


[info]starwreck
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[info]starwreck
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Good thing I still qualify!

Jul. 25th, 2021


[info]the_wolverine
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[info]the_wolverine
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Wrecked my bike today. Gonna need to fix it up but I enjoy that kinda thing.

Mostly pissed I ruined my favorite pair of jeans.

My skull can't actually crack open but for the rest of ya this is why you wear a fuckin' helmet.

[info]locked_heart
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[info]locked_heart
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As an environmentalist I just can't get over the symbolism of launching yourself into space on what I'll charitably call a giant dildo.

Jul. 24th, 2021


[info]shadowcat
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[info]shadowcat
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Would anyone be interested in some kind of network wide baseball game?

Jul. 19th, 2021


[info]ashadowhunter
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[info]ashadowhunter
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Spending the morning cleaning up someone rave with the floor in the kitchen at the cafe, wasn't fun. Especially when he kept walking around in it swishing his tail. I thought for a moment he was helping, I should have known better.

Little devil!

But it's done, scones are in, cake is frosted, and bagels are already sold out.

Jul. 16th, 2021


[info]curiousalice
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[info]curiousalice
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Alright so apparently the high school experience I'm having in the Dreams is even more like a teen drama than I thought was possible. I guess locking gazes with Cole, by accident and having that weird vision, got me on the bad side of his apparent ex-girlfriend which....sorry? I don't know if she has any clue about the vision but I don't really care either way. She's a psychotic bitch if she thinks that it's okay to threaten someone for just looking at a guy. I completely get why Kat doesn't like her.

Crossing her does seem to have helped me make a new...friend (maybe) named Justin. Which Cole didn't seem to like which...what the hell is going on with him? I do not get it at all.

Jul. 15th, 2021


[info]show_yourself
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[info]show_yourself
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I've got a new contract! A new city hall in Anaheim. There are some unique needs there so it should be fun, and they liked my preliminary designs. Going to give some detailed designs of three and see which they choose.

Jul. 11th, 2021


[info]lucky_no9
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[info]lucky_no9
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How is it July already?

Where did the first half of the year go? I feel like I haven't accomplished anything. Maybe I need to start undertaking a new project. As a personal trainer and social media fitness enthusiast...perhaps it's time to look into starting my own gym.

Jul. 9th, 2021


[info]_alicedear
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[info]_alicedear
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Out of all the flavors of Skittles that they could have chosen to make a special bag of just that one flavor...why did they pick lime?

Jul. 7th, 2021


[info]filiampandora
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[info]filiampandora
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So can my Dreams not pick up right where they left off anymore? I don’t enjoy creepy laughter being the first thing I hear when I fall asleep. Especially when I’m the only one there that hears it. But when we’re leaving his spot we both hear a twig snap behind us so I’m not imagining there being someone out there with us. I don’t know who it is but every part of me feels that it’s dangerous and that I need to protect Michael from it. I convince him to go down the hill toward the Bowl and the security guards which I know is illegal but it has to be safer with a crowd around. It is and whoever/whatever it is can’t sneak up on us anymore. I guess Michael has the same protective instinct because we each tried to pull the other behind us at the same time and butt heads. Literally.

We manage to get a couple of empty seats in the back without security noticing but whatever was between us - it’s gone now and dreamVanessa just wants to go home. Michael agrees but before we can leave this guy named Stanton - who gives me a major case of the creeps with the way he’s looking me over - comes over to talk and I’m not sure what it is but he and Michael have some kind of beef because Michael is pretty aggravated on the drive home. And yeah he walked me to the door but then he leaves without a kiss or even saying good night or anything. So I guess my first date with him there is also going to be my last.

[info]featherallergy
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[info]featherallergy
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That was definitely not something I ever expected to see in one of my Dreams. Cat Noir got duplicated by a villain who then proceeded to try and frame him for a bunch of crimes. It all started because a local artist made a statue of Ladybug and Cat Noir and there was a big unveiling ceremony in the park which we were supposed to be at and we were running late. I was at fencing practice and Ladybug...I don't know where she was.

I went to the ceremony and...messed up by running my mouth to the artist out of jealousy when I realized that he was into Ladybug. Made him think that she and Cat Noir were a couple already so he was out of luck there. Not an excuse but - I'm definitely still an idiot teenager in them. More than here even.

Anyway I finally track down the Copycat me in his studio but it's a trap and Ladybug has to save me, telling us apart because I've never lied to her about things. I play with words but she's right there - I haven't lied to her. She's my partner and I'm in love with her so... She saves the day and everything goes back to normal. And that's when I woke up.

Definitely think I'm not going to be running my mouth off to any artists though about dating someone.

[info]sailor_v
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[info]sailor_v
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I've noticed a weird and growing sentiment online from people in middle school and high school, talking about how SPECIFICALLY women college age or above that are still in fandom or geek spaces are weird and "jobless losers". Which is odd because they don't say a word about men that still have the same hobbies they always did. Or about them having hobbies at all. It's specifically women that shouldn't have hobbies or should have PRODUCTIVE hobbies.

And maybe I'm a bit touchy because I cosplay online as a hobby and have had to put in my bio for people under a certain age to please not duet with me. But... we were in these spaces first? Why do we need to go? And why are specifically women not allowed to unwind in a way that doesn't make money or benefit other people? "get a job" I've got two, thanks.

Jul. 4th, 2021


[info]angelsbreath
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[info]angelsbreath
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Alright so I haven't talked about this on here for a while I know but that's because it's been a lot of boring behind the scenes paperwork stuff but now I can announce it: My game is coming out around Halloween so that the company can try to get some momentum and interest going into the holiday season. It's been a lot of work getting all the figures and illustrations on the cards exactly right for production so I'm proud of it.

Jul. 3rd, 2021


[info]badmortal
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[info]badmortal
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I actually can't remember the last time I was in the US at the 4th of July. Our neighbors invited us to a cookout at their place for it but I think I'm going to pass considering they said it would be typical grill food so a lot of burgers, steaks and hot dogs. None of which I eat. I'm probably going to head over to either Will's or Apollo's for the day. Give my parents a chance to make nice with the neighbors and I get a chance to not have to make my own food for a party or just stick to sides.

Jul. 2nd, 2021


[info]the_black_widow
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[info]the_black_widow
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I'd like to announce the Agency is hosting a beach BBQ and fireworks show on the Fourth, with fireworks to be launched from my our Yasen-class submarine.

Food and refreshments are provided and there'll be all your usual fun and games.

Plus the fireworks.

On a personal note, new abode acquired and my ...little sisters are coming to stay with me again. It's been awhile since I've seen them, so this ought to be nice.

[info]locked_heart
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[info]locked_heart
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Ah yeah, that time of the year where we traumatize a bunch of animals and people in the name of freedom.

[info]show_yourself
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[info]show_yourself
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For the record I have nothing to do with that hurricane!

Jun. 27th, 2021


[info]shadowcat
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[info]shadowcat
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I almost want something to happen.

Like a Kaiju. I want to punch a Kaiju in the balls.

Jun. 26th, 2021


[info]the_wolverine
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[info]the_wolverine
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Ain't ever a good sign when dreams start doin' repeats.

Either you get the traumatic ones or the ones that just make you miss people.

Jun. 25th, 2021


[info]the_black_widow
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[info]the_black_widow
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Spent my birthday earlier this month house hunting. I have very exacting standards so I may have to contract to build one from scratch.

[info]starwreck
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[info]starwreck
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I love this kind of science. It's human nature to anthropomorphize everything, but in my dreams other species are just as curious about us as we are about them.

[info]beyondthewalls
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[info]beyondthewalls
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Finally got the last box of my books unpacked at the house and now I just want to go curl up with Pan and Zelda and take a long nap. I'd say get George to join us but she looks pretty comfortable curled up with her sisters and Bernie in the bunny room. Usually one of the three girls is going all over the place so I'm definitely not going to interrupt them being calm and cuddly together.

[info]bithnyianking
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[info]bithnyianking
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Well the official word just came in - effective September 1st, I'm no longer acting head of the West Coast branch of the company. I'm the actual head of it. My boss is stepping down and the board decided that I'm the best qualified to fill his position when he retires. It was the decision that was in the works when I moved out here with the girls but it somehow feels even better knowing that it wasn't just the head who thought I could handle it. Knowing that it's official now.

[Regulus]

What do you say we ask Lily to keep the girls for a weekend while you and I take a long weekend to celebrate?

Jun. 23rd, 2021


[info]_alicedear
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[info]_alicedear
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One more week of shooting and then the movie will be wrapped! I think I'm going to hold off on signing onto any new projects for a while. Actually spend some time relaxing and hanging out with my family. Especially since apparently it's been decided by everyone that I get to be the DM for our next campaign - I'm definitely banning bard characters.

[info]curiousalice
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[info]curiousalice
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I'm starting to think that I should switch up the menu up a bit at the truck for the summer months. Just because it's getting warmer and I want to play around with different foods from the grocery store and not do as much frying every day.

Jun. 20th, 2021


[info]princetamaki
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[info]princetamaki
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Skype is definitely not the same as having Haruhi here to talk with. For me or for Marc. He was so confused today when he heard her voice but couldn't find her. Then when he realized her voice was coming through my computer and he tried to give her Duck to hold - he was so broken hearted that she couldn't hold him. He just looked at the computer screen making sad whimpers until I ended the call to go pet him. Maybe I should text her to ask if we can come see her at her grandparents...

Jun. 18th, 2021


[info]filiampandora
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[info]filiampandora
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It’s always weird to me the random sweet dreams that show up for me. I actually dreamt of the date I went on with that guy from my Dreams Michael - he picked me up in his van and actually did the finger kiss thing from old movies and said he wanted to take me to the Hollywood Bowl. And of course I’m a clutz and fall into him but he’s a real gentleman so Morgan there can suck it with trying to convince me he’s not. He does tell me that it’s not the actual Bowl so much as this spot he knows of outside of it that his grandfather used in the 40’s to watch for enemy planes. We had a picnic dinner with live music under the stars. God I really wish I knew a guy like that here. Just as he kissed me though I woke up. Well after hearing laughter behind us that he didn’t hear. Why does it always have to end on a cliffhanger that way?

[info]angelsbreath
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[info]angelsbreath
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Well I’m not sure how or what I did but I managed to get myself blocked on social media by one of the dudes from Ghost Adventures. I’m weirdly proud of that fact.

Jun. 14th, 2021


[info]featherallergy
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[info]featherallergy
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Nathalie left her laptop open to her emails at lunch when she went to take a phone call from my Father about my summer schedule and as I walked past I noticed that there was a message there, addressed to me, from my aunt in England so I opened it to see why she was emailing my manager for me.

Father had her blocked from my personal email address, I'm going to set up a new one for her and Felix to use, so she was trying to get in touch with me and see how I as doing. To see if I wanted to come visit them over the summer but I think I'm going to ask if they want to come visit me here. I can introduce them to people and show them around and...not remember visiting with my mother a few years ago.

[info]luckycharm
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[info]luckycharm
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Cath said this place was weird, she warned me.

However, dreaming I'm a super heroine, didn't see that coming.

It was almost like home, minus the villains and saving Paris.

Jun. 11th, 2021


[info]show_yourself
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[info]show_yourself
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Sometimes I feel like I need a career change. I enjoy what I do but it feels like the work has kind of dried up.

Jun. 10th, 2021


[info]locked_heart
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[info]locked_heart
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Was walking down the street. This car turned left on the green arrow, and a motorcycle cop hit them side on because he didn't stop for the red light. Or even slow down.

Didn't have his lights on either.

Flipped over the top of the car, too.

Jun. 6th, 2021


[info]starwreck
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[info]starwreck
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Sometimes, it's really tempting to photobomb the rovers on Mars.

Jun. 1st, 2021


[info]show_yourself
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[info]show_yourself
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I know it's June, but how would everyone feel about a snow day today?

May. 31st, 2021


[info]suburbiaphobic
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Not going to lie, I actually enjoyed that last bit of craziness. The flat was very amusing for the last few days, what with me, Eliot and Margo all bursting into song at random. I'll say that we all have pretty good voices so it wasn't bad at all.

If I had to choose between randomly singing and being shot at my droids, I'll choose randomly singing any day.

[info]highqueen_bambi
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[info]highqueen_bambi
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I'm really not looking forward to spending the summer with this fucking eye patch. I'm not holding my breath that I'll get my eye back, but crazier shit has happened in my dreams and if it's going to happen I hope it happens soon. It's been almost a year since I lost it to the fucking fairy queen.

[info]badmortal
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[info]badmortal
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I really need someone to warn me the next time Orange County is going to be turning into a real life Disney movie with people randomly breaking into song. So that I can plan on going camping out in the middle of nowhere and avoid it. No offense to Will but the guy cannot carry a tune to save his life and his singing voice is loud no matter where you are in their house.

[info]angelsbreath
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[info]angelsbreath
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Am I the only one who gets irritated at websites emailing them products they think you'd like based on your previous purchases? When they're nothing like your previous purchases? Is it that hard to check my account history to see what I ordered from the website? If you're going to just email me random suggested items don't sit there and say it's based on stuff I've ordered. I've never ordered anything that would lead any company to think I'd be interested in a plush backpack.

[info]rejection
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[info]rejection
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So I'm going to have to put in some extra teaching hours next month to make up for cancelling classes on my students. No one needed to hear me singing at random times uncontrollably. Not even me.

May. 28th, 2021


[info]beyondthewalls
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Am I the only one who's really worried about that dog on tiktok who's owners gave it one of those talking boards to communicate with? I mean they posted a video of the dog apparently hitting the buttons to ask the question why dog why. This dog is having an existential crisis and the owners are just...recording it.

May. 25th, 2021


[info]outsidethewalls
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I used to love to go urban exploring in high school. Abandoned houses, stores, and even tunnels from where Sacramento was built on top of old Sacramento. And it was always interesting the kind of things you'd find left behind in old places. Or graffiti left by people who also explored it before you. My sister and Mom were always convinced that A. a tunnel would collapse on me or B. I'd run into a crazy squatter living in one of those places.




So today my sister sends me a video out of the blue with urban exploration in the hashtags. Two people opening up one of those bomb shelters from the cold war? I've never been in one of those. Anyway, they open it up to be greeted with someone having an Elmo hand puppet peek around the corner.

Do I know that was most likely staged for the video? Yes. Am I still glad I never came across someone with a hand puppet peeking around the corner at me? Also yes.

May. 24th, 2021


[info]sailor_v
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[info]sailor_v
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No matter how long I've been working as Eliot's assistant, it will always baffle me how many people will try to plan things for the very last minute. You want to get married in June? Fantastic! That gives you a little over a year... oh you mean this June? Yeah, no. Not happening. You've known you were engaged for how long? Everyone is booked up, and IF you can find someone who can wiggle anything in, it'll cost an insane amount of money. Plus, you know, you have to INVITE PEOPLE. This isn't the sims, you can't plan a wedding day of.

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Apparently "Dad Rock" Is no longer things like Aerosmith or Bon Jovi. I just found out that Blink 182 is now considered "Dad Rock" and I don't know how I feel about it.

On one hand, I'm not that old.

On the other hand, my daughters do know every word of "I Miss You" by heart and sing along when it comes on my playlist in the car. So. There's some truth there.

[info]bithnyianking
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[info]bithnyianking
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After being woken up for the fourth night in a row with questions regarding something or other the girls observed one of the animals doing I'm seriously starting to think about ways of limiting what times they ask me questions. Current idea I got from a video my sister sent me with a comedian talking about how he's started holding press conferences for his children three times a day and that's the only time his children can ask him questions.

[info]featherallergy
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[info]featherallergy
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I wasn't trying to get Nathalie in trouble when I emailed my father to ask him about putting a hold on photoshoots until after finals but I'm not going to say I'm not happy about it. He cancelled my shoots until after finals saying they could just use images from the previous ones for the prints between now and then. Maybe my trying to get out of her guardianship reached his ears somehow and he's trying to show me he does care I'm supposed to focus on my studies and spend time with friends so long as my grades don't suffer.

May. 21st, 2021


[info]curiousalice
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[info]curiousalice
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Anybody else find themselves...uneasy out here when this place is just quiet for too long? God I need sleep but I can't seem to fall asleep

[info]luckycharm
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[info]luckycharm
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Bonjour, Marinette here.


I'm new to the OC, just wanted to say hello!



[Cath]

I know you have a cat!

...I can hear it purr, but I feel like I'm playing hide and seek with it.