Carpe Diem Network

Carpe Diem is Officially Open!

Type: Journal post
When: July 23rd, 1pmish

I hadn't realize that summer is almost half way over until I got a letter from the school with my O.W.L. marks. I'm still amazed that I survived those two hellish weeks. I also got this neat little thing that I'm writing in. Magical Journals I think it's called. I feel like because we have to write in them that this is summer homework. Do we get graded? Is the threat that these things will turn into some kind of monster true if we don't write in them? Do I want to find out?

Anyways since I did so well on my O.W.L.s Dad has finally gave in and decided to let me get a pet. His biggest mistake in agreeing is letting me decide what I should get. He should know better by now.

Off to Quinque Alley to see what I can find!

Type: Journal post
When: July 23rd, 2am
(Note: italics are written in French.)

Well I was supposed to get off of my shift at 7 but boss just came by to tell me that my relief called in sick so I'm working until three, and I "don't sleep anyway so why does it matter". I mean it's true but, the principle of the matter is what's important here. Also do you know how dead a McDo gets at 2am, even in New York? All I have to do is...I don't have anything to do, my phone is dead and I just happened to grab this thing because it was making noises at me and even Mama and her Valium couldn't sleep through that. Someone come entertain me or I will start drawing dicks.

...how long will it take me to get fired if I start drawing dicks on all of the hamburgers? Just a rough estimate?

Enjolras, my avenging angel, when you return from the heavens to grace us mortals with your presence, come rescue me from capitalist corporate hell. How many free cheeseburgers can you eat in an hour? Is it enough to get me fired? You can come watch me do something stupid afterward.

Type: Journal post
When: July 23rd, noonish

Well...it appears you can take an auror out of the action but you can't take the action out of the auror. I am so beyond bored. Organised everything in my apartment, twice. Rearranged my spice cabinet in ascending and descending alphabetical order, then by country of origin. Took a scrub brush to every cranny of my bathroom. Deep cleaned my carpets. And still more than a month left to go.

Here's a thought...what's everyone's favorite cookie or cake? My gran used to make these amazing tea cakes, crunchy edges but soft middles, not too sweet, and before she'd serve up mine she always brushed them with lemon juice and sprinkled powdered sugar on top. I have the recipe but I can never quite get it right, it always feels like something is missing. I suppose my consolation is that my sister always fails even worse than I do.

Type: Journal post
When: July 23, mid-afternoon

Most of the summer has passed me by without really being aware of it! I can't believe it. I've gotten some very exciting news over the summer, though. I'm to be the new Gryffindor prefect this upcoming school year. I couldn't be more thrilled! It's such an honor. Grandfather says that only people with integrity are chosen for it. I'm not really sure if that means that I qualify really, but I guess...someone saw something in me that merits leadership? I don't know. Most of the time I'd rather hide behind my books. They, at least, I know what to expect from.

I've been out riding on horses a bit this summer too. I'm getting pretty good! It's so peaceful out there. I met a girl new friend, too. She's got pretty blond hair. Saved me once on my horse when I was about to make a fool of myself. Guess it's not hard to do, though, since I'm not really all that athletic. I mean, I manage on the Quidditch team and everything, but that's only because I practice a lot. And I can come up with some really good plays, apparently.

Umm...I think I've babbled enough here. Hi everyone? How is your summer?

Type: Journal post
When: Thursday July 23; early afternoon

[Private]
Mom's having money problems again. We went shopping this morning and her credit card was declined and we had to use the one Daddy gave me. I honestly don't know where her money goes. I know far too well what her support orders are, and Daddy pays for most of my expenses.

[Public]
I had a lovely time on Martha's Vineyard. Daddy had a few days off, so he flew me out for a visit and was even able to come out to the family house but had to get back to Boston for a charity dinner tonight, so I'm back at Mom's house now in MC for anyone looking to hang out.

Type: Journal Post
When: June 23, around 1pm

It's a wonder with all the work we are assigned this summer that anyone has time to worry so much about the desire to date and attract the opposite (or same) gender. For the record: I am not an invalid. I can get my own drinks, I can pull out my own chairs, I can open the door all by myself, and I do not need a man to do these things for me. I am a grown and independent woman and I can handle things all on my own. I do not need some annoying Gryffindor plucking my books from me when I am more than able to handle them myself. I most especially do not need any of these things done when I am trying to enjoy a private meal and read over some of my work!

Type: Journal post
When: July 23rd. 12pm

So the summer is getting closer and closer to ending, and that means a brand new school year and a brand new quidditch season. So Gryffindors, I would like to talk to you all about joining the quidditch team. We're on a mission to keep the winning streak going into this year.

As team captain, I think it's important that we get things going. So I'm going to be holding a couple open workshops in the coming weeks. So anyone interested in playing, or any previous members interested in helping me out, hit me up!

Type: Journal Post
&When: July 23, 2015 around 1:00 PM

So Da's gone again on a mission for a few days and that means that I've got the place to myself. It's not too bad. There's food and money, but I think I'll take some of my camping gear and head out. I heard there were rumors of a kappa living in the nearby lake. I wonder if I'll be able to get a few sketches done of it if I hang around long enough.

Anyone else planning any adventures for the remainder of the summer?

Type: Journal post
When: July 23, around 3 pm.

Am I the only one that hates summer vacation? I mean I love seeing my family and getting to do stuff with them, but I can't do magic. I am so use to it over the school year and now I am excepted to turn it off like a switch. I nearly started a fire last year because I was twirling my wand so mom took it and put it away. I hate being a kid.

Meru and Misha can do magic already, why can't I!

Type: Journal post
When: July 23rd. 5pm.

These journals are completely useless. I mean who is so self absorbed that they want everyone to be able to read what they are doing every day? Oh right. Never mind. Completely forgot who I go to school with.

You can't throw them away because they just come back. Trust me. I've tried. It's annoyingly bulky and takes up room that I don't have. I swear the Headmaster is getting a sick chuckle out of this.

Type: Journal Post
&When: July 23, 2015 around 4:00 PM

As if my parent's strictness wasn't enough, New York seems to be going through a freaking heatwave. It's too hot and muggy to go out and do anything fun, and there really isn't anything to do inside beyond sit around in the AC. There's nothing to read, nothing on tv, and I finished my summer homework ages ago. I can't believe I'm saying this, but I can't wait till school starts up again. At least then I'll be able to do stuff.

On the plus side, my parents haven't started talking up suitable suitors for me like I feared they would since I'm starting to get 'that age'. Then again, to get married off the other people kinda have to know that I exist.

Type: Journal post
When: July 23rd, 6:30pm

I see that there are a lot of mixed feelings about the journals but I don't mind them. It IS a great way to keep in touch with everyone and reading some of the conversations going on is rather entertaining. I'm interested in seeing if the journals can be set on fire or become drunk. And if they can't, can the beast the journal turns into become drunk or burned?

I'm heading to my family's cabin that is on the edge of Marble Lake this weekend because my father is going to be home and I was wondering if anyone would be interested in joining me? The place is huge and right on the water's edge. Nico, are you going to come out?

Type: Journal post, Public
When: July 23, 2pm

Sooooo.... some of you may have already heard, but it looks like I'm going to be coming back to school in the Fall. As a teacher! I know, right?!

I'll be TAing DADA and teaching Flying, so you better suck up to me now before it's too late. That means you, Michael.

Type: Journal post
When: July 23 at approximately 6pm.

I love journals! I'm so excited to have one to keep in contact with all of you beautiful people! I had tons of handwritten journals growing up, but these kind seem way cooler.

I hope everyone is having a super-duper-mega-awesome summer! Mine is EXCELLENT so far! I celebrated my birthday recently with my mom and dad; we went to a really delicious Chinese place and they bought me a really cool case for my guitar, some new clothes, and they gave me some extra pocket money for when I go off to school. They're so great! I LOVE them!

Oh, Oh, OH! I also have the BEST news to share with you!!!!!

I'M HEAD GIRL!

This is going to be the best year ever! WOOOHOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!