Holy carp! Time for a recap!

In order of death: Elly, Samuel Jones, Vaughn, Melbourne, Arafel, Esme and...

-Second Life is where some characters are selected and given a second chance after they died (whether they morally redeemed themselves at death, were pure of heart, or their lives ended too soon; the characters themselves do not know this, but whoever brought them to this place does).
-Vaughn and Samuel Jones don't quite get along, they fight almost constantly which is a stress on Elly (she's kind of like the unofficial head honcho).
-Arafel came into the Second Life as the very first non-human and, being a bit of an annoyance to some, questioned everyone about how they died (this was met with mixed results).
-Elly showed some signs of social withdrawl, but with a few words from Vaughn she reminded herself that he's a jerk and she can do what she want without being labelled.
-Eventually peace came around, but then another person showed up- one who didn't mind being dead! She's caught Vaughn's eye, but she might not return his feelings. This gives Samuel Jones hope that Vaughn will back off of Elly to persue Esme, leaving Samuel Jones a chance with Elly.
-Melbourne is feeling a bit anxious around Arafel now, as she's being creepily demonstrative and invading his personal space. It's revealed that he is cutting himself, but was it a habit that started here in Second Life or something drawn over from when he was alive?

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( When you begin to become familiar to a place, to learn of its twists and downs and curves and ups, that's when the unexpected strikes.  )

I apologize profusely! It's been quite a while since I've updated with a story. I have no excuse- I moved into our new home a while ago and got sucked into My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic when I could've been workin' on a photostory. XD

Initially, I wanted to do a summary kinda story to explain the long absence, but when I started takin' pics, Arafel and Melbourne kind of took over... So, it's one of the more dramatic of stories.

Warning: The end of the story has possibly trigger-sensitive material of self mutilation. There will be a red star to mark it, so you can enjoy most of the story without having to look at the pics. They aren't graphic, but I'm placing a warning just in case.

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(  A life free of lies and a meaningful relationship. He keeps his hands pinned down at his sides. He waits for it to end and for the aching in his guts to subside. Brand New - Sic Transit Gloria...Glory Fades )

Whoops, totally forgot to put this chapter into the journal! Eh heh...
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I felt that Samuel Jones wasn't getting enough love lately, as most of my attention (read: all) was going towards either Esme or Arafel.

I ammended this!

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( Those delicate, elusive creatures that haunt our dreams and consume our minds; that redirect our inner drive and force us to change our ways... Women, those hellish beasts that they are. )

My apologies! It's been quite a while since the last chapter, no? This is for several reasons:

1) Tekkoshocon, an anime convention here in Pittsburgh, happened and it was rather busy.

2) Moving. My husband, Kuroneko, and I have moved into a new house! So all sorts of new settings and possibly a new character is in store for everyone~

3) I have yet to set up my craft room, which is my main doll room. THIS I will do hopefully soon, so stay in touch! X3

While we're here, is there anything about the story that you really like? Anything you'd change? Anything you'd like to see? Well then, let us know! :D

Thank you all so much for reading! <3 <3


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I felt it was kinda silly to label the chapters here "Welcome to Your Second Life" when the JOURNAL TITLE is that. XD So enjoy!

Though please forgive the terrible light in this (read: lack thereof), but I really wanted to keep going with the story. >___>;; Even though it was around 10 at night.

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( Curiousity killed the cat. What they don't tell you is that the cat got back up. )

Thank you! Here's an extra shots of Esme. I wuv her~

X3 Had to make sure to keep the ball rolling. The handsome gentleman playin' Esme's husband is Linda52's Yuu! :D He's super smexilicious~ Thank you Linda and Yuu!


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( You see how it is. They've planned our entire lives, from what we shall wear to whom we shall marry and where we shall live. It's one lump of sugar in your tea whether you like it or not and you'd best smile even if you're dying deep inside. We're like pretty horses, and just as on horses, they mean to put blinders on us so we can't look left or right but only straight ahead where they would lead. - The Sweet Far Thing by Libba Bray )

This has both Chapters 7a and 7b as one combined story, as that's how it was supposed to be. So enjoy without interuptions or censorship! :D

*Cursing and nudity inside*

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Even though it was dark, I had a pretty big light to work with. And since I don't wanna stop with the stories, figure THE SHOW MUST GO ON!!

X3 By the way, some of the pics that Elly had put up were from some of the wedding cards me and Kuro got~ And the pic of the guy and girl on the train tracks is actually our thank you cards! <3

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( Sometimes human interaction can be a bit trying on one's soul... )

X3 Hope you enjoyed~

Samuel Jones has a new face!!

( And a few other pics! )

Finally, after existing with the Second Lifers for a few weeks, their newest "roommate", Arafel, is under control enough to want an explination as to why she is here in the first place...

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( Asking questions will sometimes, but not always, give you answers. )


Arafel: ...I hate wearing clothing.
Melbourne: *is relieved with it*
Elly: *is amused by all of it*

Hello! Sorry for such a long time between stories! I kinda got married~ X3

My friend Chiibi helped out my lending me her fireplace and her doll, Takuto (Dollfie Dream head on an MNF body). Thank you Chiibi!!

Warning: Vaughn's past deals with some possibly sensitive issues such as drug abuse/selling. Also, he has very strong language in this.


Here's a small recap for ya!
-The Lifers (Elly, Samuel Jones, Melbourne, and Vaughn) were living kinda peacefully together in a world known as Second Life...
-...when a girl (Arafel) appeared... though she wasn't a girl, but a fairy, and was their new "room mate".
-Arafel was pretty mean-spirited and made it pretty clear that she didn't like humans...
-...but Elly put her in her place, and now she's managed to calm down a bit and be more civilized.

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Vaughn: ...

( Curiousity is never really a good thing... )

Extras! Samuel Jones was Kid 1 and he saw a mouse. XD

Wedding plans + comissions + job = no real time to do photostories. @___@

X3 Can you spot how many pets the gang has?

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( Knowledge is power while wisdom is knowing when to shut up. )

Also, extra! :D



Where ev'ryone chillaxes at my house~

Yaaay, it's a third chapter. Vaughn seems to be a favorite. <3 No nudity this time! :D

Pretty much the only warning from here on out is Vaughn and his naughty mouth. XD He's such a kid, I swear...

I also need more mini books. All I have is a dictionary for French and German. D:

( The unknown girl enters into a realm that was shakily unstable. She might cause it to break apart, or for it to mend together. )

Thank you so much!

Second chapter, huzzah is had.

Last nudity warning, I swear. Arafel gets clothes this time. XD Also, 'cause it's Vaughn's nature, the bird is flipped once or twice. So just in case you're offended by that.

This Asylum will contain Vaughn's uncensored words, so the f-word will be used. What can I say, he has a potty mouth that needs cleaning! XD Also, a bit more is explained at the end as I do not want to go over four pages over at DOA. Please to enjoy!

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( The Wounded Boy found a naked girl beside a tree. But is she really a girl? Her ears are long and pointed, her body speckled, and she spoke of antlers and wings... )

Thank you! <3

Hello. This is my first photostory. This is also me trying to keep my mind preoccupied with some recent tragic events in my life. @___@ So the silver lining is that I'm finally getting off of my butt with this project.

Just realized; Nudity warning.

There's also a page at Den of Angels

The world in which these characters live in is not their first. All of them have died and this is their second chance to redeem themselves (or for a second try if their life ended too soon). Thus far, the four inhabitants have endured each other fairly peacefully.

A new arrival is about to change all of that...

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Those who die with greedy hearts turned selfless are granted a Second Life.
Those whose hearts are generous are granted a Second Life.
Those who die without reason are granted a Second Life.

You do not know me, nor will you ever see me. But I have chosen you because I have seen into your hearts and embraced your souls. You will be taken good care of while you are under my wings.

( Thus, my precious hearts, welcome to your Second Life... )

Testing, testing. Trying to keep my mind occupied, yay.



( Testing )