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Has anyone heard that Selfie song? I'm not sure if I like it or if it's irritating.

DUDE. DUUUUDE.

Never having a salad ever again. I don't care if this was all the way in NYC. That's just so WRONG.

Unsuspecting Woman Gets Free Lizard Head with Kale Salad

Just because I'm a feminist doesn't make me a lesbian, or a man hater. Just because I turned you down doesn't make me either, either. Stupidity, now that's something I hate. Come up with a much more clever insult and maybe I'll raise you from pond scum to something with a few more braincells. Like a tadpole.

And then, after all that you have the bright idea to touch me.

One day out without someone thinking I want them in my personal space, that's all I ask.

Some stats to cheer myself up:

Days until the end of the semester: 33
Percentage of semester completed: 54.7%

Days until WonderCon: 28
Percentage of costumes completed: 33.3%

Days until spring break: 5
Percentage of spring break that will be spent spring break-ing: 14.2%


...okay, maybe the last one is more depressing than cheering.

The next Yank that tries to do my accent is going to get shot in the eye with an arrow.

Thank god for Brownies. I needed this frosted brownie like nobody's business after being stuck inside for so long. Sunlight, chocolate, and the soft grass under my feet are all I needed today. The rain tomorrow will be a bonus.

SO THIS MUST BE THE VALAR NET! I'M KILI. HELLO!

Sorry. Caps lock. Still, that's fitting? My family's a bit on the loud side of things!

Anyway. Right. Valar net! I've heard quite a lot about it and anyone seems able to post on here. Takes all types, doesn't it? So I'm going to post and ask if there's anywhere to find work. Before my mother really does kick me out on my bum, since I had to bust through the front door when my brother and I lost the house key again.

Most specifically, my brother took out the window and I did in the door. He did tell me that it was easier to fix a window, but I didn't listen. I DID almost bust my hand to bits in the process, before I finally kicked it just so. I think my way was the less messy way, since I would rather clean up splintered wood than a whole lot of glass. That stuff's cutty.

Again. Jobs. Are there any out there? Ones that aren't incredibly boring? I tend to take matters into my own hands when I'm bored and no one wants that!

S'just not a good day until you defeat the Lovecraftian God of Fear, yeah? My dreams are at least twenty kinds of fucked, but I can't say I don't stumble into my fill of adventure, I suppose.

In vast tonal change: thank fuck all that volcano mess is over with, I'm tired of persuading Q to be the only one to give Chas baths. Even I run out of excuses after a week.

There's a show on Animal Planet about tree houses. It makes me very happy. Although I'm not terribly certain why it's on Animal Planet as opposed to the Discovery Channel. They aren't tree houses for animals, at least not yet. I haven't gotten very far.

I've been waiting for this month my entire life. I ain't even exaggerating.

Apparently candy just isn't a big thing after crazy volcanoes and all that. Go figure, huh? Because you'd think my chocolate lava cakes would be a big hit right now.

Just Desserts is tumbleweed style quiet today. Someone better show up and give me something to freaking do because otherwise I'm just going to eat the entirety of my stock. And then I'm going to visit each and every one of you while on my sugar high. Yes. That is a threat.

Okay guys I don't usually talk about my dreams because... duh? Who wants to talk about that crappy Island or being kidnapped or whatever. Not me! Not usually.

But uhm...

Has anyone ever had that feeling like some part of their soul kinda went missing? After a dream, I mean.

I think I died a little bit last night, and not because of great sex. Which we all know is the only acceptable way to die a little bit.

Remember how I said my father was incompetent? That's not limited to him. His generals are too.

They spent month and years laying siege to Ba Sing Se and I bring the city down from the inside in a day.

Sisters can be so stubborn, sometimes!

Another night of dreams.

For those who might think I was just my usual dream self, I spent moths trying to save my brother since he got me the blood to heal from the werewolf bite. It was a change, since I haven't really been the nicest vampire on the block. I pale in comparison to some of the in-laws. Bekah has quite the temper, and Niklaus has some pretty serious issues. Don't even get me started on their father, who put his hand in my chest. I might like someone touching my skin, but not internal organs. I could have also done without the ghosts. I'm also over Katherine, which is so much better.

In short -
Bekah, I could have done without the stake. That does hurt, or it seems to.
Stefan, we need to talk. This is some serious shit going down in dreamland.
Elena, I told you I would never leave you.
Caroline, you will see. I know you haven't started yet, but you will see.
Jeremy, your ride in the trunk was not even my idea. Blame Katherine.

I also don't want to be a hybrid, so let's not go there.

What kinda fool builds a fuckin' flyin' city. Hallelujah my pasty white ass.

I've been quiet despite the tabloids but I think it's time I admitted that, yes, I am the guy who is engaged to Zelda Hyrule. That really is me. The dairy farmer.

:)

If anybody still needs a place to ride the latest wave of crazy out, ENCOM Tower is open for you all. We've got emergency supplies, a well stocked cafeteria, a lounge with tv, games and stuff. We've rooms set aside for sleeping quarters too.

Yes, it's true. I'm a married woman now.

The wedding is still on for the winter, though it's a lot less stressful, considering we're already married in the eyes of the law. The wedding will be a performance of snow, love and purple! It'll be fantastic.

So on Valentine's Day I kinda eloped with my fiancee to Vegas. And took my BFF and his girl with us as well.

Pretty sure that sounds like a plot for a just about any Valentine's Day chick flick.

Anyhow, Kevin Flynn is officially off the market and a married man! Who woulda thought... ;)

It pains me that this recovery is going to take as long as the doctors said it would. I was hoping to jump right back on my feet, but apparently my body has other things in mind. I was only at my sewing machine for a few minutes before I started having some pretty terrible pain in my collar.

The insurance agency says they'll take care of everything for me. Even litigation, if it comes down to it. But I've talked to a lawyer on my own as well. I want to make sure I've got all my bases covered.

I think I need a lawyer. Are there any good ones out there?

Ladies with tits, I'm curious about this. Are car seatbelts really this bad for you all, that you'd need this fucking weird thing? And who the hell thought of calling it a Tiddy Bear?

I think I'm ready to up my cosplay game to the next level. I mean, you can only be a guy in a dress so many times before it becomes expected. Unfortunately, my manufacturing skill set is strictly 19th century. I can sew and knit. I'm okay with makeup if it's not more complicated than eyeliner and nail polish. And I'm a fairly decent wig stylist. And honestly, for most cosplay, that's all you need. But I've always wanted to put together something awesome. A mecha. Or actual armor. Or a superhero. Maybe a racebent-genderbent superhero.

So. Open call. There are millions of people in the world. One of you reading this has to know somebody who cosplays or who wants to cosplay or who you can persuade to make costumes. Serendipity. Fate. Destiny. I'm waiting for you.

I'm really leaning toward this Winter Wedding idea. Perhaps next November or December? Imagine how amazing the colors would look! Purple, white and silver. Perhaps with baby blue? I need to start desiging my wedding dress. I've got all kinds of ideas! Maybe somewhere where there's snow.

Well, flying back to good 'ol Cali tomorrow morning. CES was a blast! I got mobbed trying to leave the hall after our presentation on our ENCOM Oasis flexible screen and Intelliwave Motorcycle Helmet. Was also fun hanging out at Weyland and Stark's presentations, nice job guys. It was great hanging out after hours too. Vegas is the place to do it!

It was also nice to spend some time before the show with my fiancée on the anniversary of when we first met two years ago. Love you babe!

If anyone wants a good laugh, check out this article on all the FAIL things at CES. Though I may have bought the Star Trek Pinball machine. Because pinball machines are awesome and I know I'm going to miss my arcade as soon as we board the plane :(

In other news, found a few copies of this at the hotel and even had a few folks asking me to sign 'em. If anyone wants a copy, I still got a box a bunch lying around at home.

( TIME's Persons of the Year )

OOC: I may have had just a bit too much fun Photoshopping this cover <3

I'M ENGAGED! I'M GETTING MARRIED! I'M SO EXCITED! I have to start planning! I've got to design my dress and decide on venue, caterer, flowers... DJ or band? SO many decisions! We should probably pick a date first.

Well looks like we're not flying out of NYC anytime soon. We left one coast's snow behind only to find more over here on the east coast!

So oh my god, thank you, tech person who got the internet back up and running at my place today. You deserve a hug or a cookie or something because I thought I was going to go crazy. Turn of the before-last-century apartment living is always an adventure, right? Especially so close to finals.

Anyway, I'm like so behind, I've been living here for over a year now and this is the first time I've logged on to this. I know, shameful right? So I'm Stephanie Brown and I'm a sophomore at CSUF studying Criminal Justice. I work part-time delivering packages for UPS and a few months ago I also started as a waitress over at Granny's in Huntington Beach. I'm pretty much busy all the time, but you know what they say, 'All work and no play makes Steph a dull girl', so I also make time to defend my title as ping-pong champion of the universe.

Nice to meet you all! If you see me running around feel free to say hi. Oh, and also, try the waffles at Granny's! They are amazing!

OPAL!!!

( Cut for image of le smashed tree )

Hi! I guess this has been a long time coming. I mean, I've lived here for about four years now, and I kept hearing about this, but I guess I didn't really have the drive to join until now. It looks pretty customary to do the standard introduction, so, here goes.

My name's Peeta (yeah, I know), I work at Baxter Bakery. I actually might even know some of you without actually knowing you. I also go to school in LA, doing fashion and art (yeah, I still know). I've always been told that life's about being in the right place at the right time, and it's who you know, and this seems like a pretty good place for all that. Career wise. Even though I'm still a while off from a degree, let alone a career. But, hey, never hurts to start early, right?

I think all that Egg Nog made me put on some weight. And it's not even Thanksgiving yet!

Looks like I'll be hitting the company gym a bit more. Gotta keep this fine physique in some decent shape to help fight the gamer stereotype.

EGG NOG. Has anyone else noticed that there's egg nog in the stores?? TIS THE SEASON!

Kev, I may have brought home a gallon. Be ready to drink lots when you get home.

I'm starting to think about Thanksgiving, as I'm sure a lot of other people are. My parents and baby sister are coming over, and Kev's side, too, so we're gonna have a full house. Trying to figure out what side dishes we'd like. Does anyone have any favorites?

I can hear all kinds of scratching and movement about in one of the walls of the house. Almost perfect sound effects for Halloween. I think we have flying squirrels.

Correction, I KNOW we do. Because this little bugger just pulled a Rocky straight across the living room. Thanks for nothing, Opal.

'scuse me while I find something to catch this guy with.

( Squirrel Attack! )

I'm already getting ready for Christmas. Halloween is all fine and dandy, and Thanksgiving is all right, too. But Christmas! The designer in me just jumps for joy. I get to create a new and improved color scheme every year.

What do you think of violet, brown, bronze and white?

Woke up to a fluffy white cat butt in my face this morning.

This is gonna take some getting used to. or a lock on the bedroom door

( cut for possible triggers )

I'm 99% sure I just experienced the First Trial of Being A Mom yesterday: vomit in the face. WHY WAS I LIFTING THE BABY? WHY?

I'm so excited that the Red Sox won last night! They're one step closer to the World Series. If the Bruins didn't win, I hope the Sox do.

It was kind of funny when my mom called me last night. She thought someone else answered my phone because my accent from the dreams has been bleeding over a lot lately. I kind of love it.

So I think I had some of those dreams that everyone talks about.

Long story short, never knew my mother. Father died in a forest fire. I was taken in my an Indian Tribe and raised by them. Taught to use a bow and arrow. Hero worshiped Green Arrow who not only looked like Oliver Queen, but turned out to be Oliver Queen, but older. Oliver came to the reserve to judge an archery contest I was in and I wound up helping him stop a robber. He saw potential in me and took me in as his ward.

Now if only I could really use a bow and arrow. Now that'd be pretty cool.

So, it's that time of year again. Time for Lian to change her mind six billion times on what she wants to be for Halloween.

I am having the hardest time trying to think of a unique halloween costume.

One that's not a slutty version of whatever, because that's lame. I want something original!

Give me ideas!

I did not miss morning sickness at all. But I think a second child feels a bit different than my first.

I'm pretty sure that I'm done after this one though. Pretty sure.

This may sound odd, but I have a favour to ask: does anyone on this network know how to play poker, and would you be willing to teach me? I've been invited to a function where the centrepiece of the evening is a charity tournament.

I'm Scottish. Bit of a disadvantage when it comes to your card games.

So, yes. Anyone who can help, I'd be grateful, and also pay for the lesson(s).

Heyyyy! You know what time it is?

Well, you should. You’re on a computer or phone, and it’s got a clock on it. Don’t look at me like that, it’s definitely your fault for being curious enough to wonder.

… I was going to say something. It seemed important.

Hm.

Oh! Right.

I think we should really have a discussion about the majesty of the platypus. You start!

And now the little bastards are trying to get me to do things. Is anyone else experiencing this? I was out at the grocery store minding my own business and about 8 other people's when the narrative bubbles I've been dealing with decided to tell me that I was going to grab at some innocent man's behind.

I mean, it was a choice behind, but I'm not crazy enough to do what the voices tell me to. Not yet, anyway. I assume it takes a few more years living in Orange County to be that insane.

You know, the irony of this is that I'm beginning to understand that living in Kirkwall wasn't really any more of a sane choice. What is wrong with that city?

And this beautiful lady is... sadly, without a name at the moment. I'll take suggestions, but don't be offended if I decide to something else entirely.

I just wanna say I had the BEST BIRTHDAY EVER

Here's some of my views regarding Fall Fashion Week. There was so much bad compared to the good, that I had to stop staring at the hideous like a hypnotic fender-bender on the freeway.

( Fall Fashion for the Fashionista. )

PUMPKIN SPICE! There's an inexplicable joy having the first pumpkin spice latte of the season.