"Write a new blog post," they say. Like it's that easy. Like it's that simple.
And what if I have nothing to talk about? What if there is nothing I WANT to talk about? Don't I get a say in any of this? Doesn't my opinion MATTER?
And of course the Twitter people are nudging me. Every. Single. Day. I can't escape them. They're getting into my head.
They're in my DREAMS...
I'm all achey. I've had a long day and I'm tired. All I want to do is go to bed- and yet going to bed before 2 AM always seems like a waste of time. Like there's something I could be doing, some work I could be getting done...
33,000 words done on Book 8, by the way.
This time last year (January 6th) I started KOTW. I had been hideously delayed because of work to the house I'd been having done, and the deadline was fast approaching. So this year, having 33,000 words done by this stage is something of a relief. I am, of course, assuming that I can continue writing at the same rate. So, er, hopefully I can.
Wrote a cool scene yesterday. It involves Fletcher. It involves blood. It involves AWESOMENESS.
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*sighs*
Never know your luck when theres a free for all
Light will guide you home
And ignite your bones
And I will try
To fix you
Hi, Death.
Hello.
I've been away, on holiday, with no internet. Got back recently. Thought I'd come say hi.
So... hi.
DEATH!!!!! hi...
CALI!!!!!! hi...
:P hi
how is everyone?
Sitting here,
Not knowing how I can
Keep myself from crying
Hope to tears,
I say that I'll be fine
But know that I'm lying.
If you look
Inside my deepest dream
Maybe then you'll see.
Every word,
Don't care how small it seems,
Means so much to me.
...
riiiiiiight.
Hi. Everyone is sad...
Please dont let me have to be the one to say it?
Thats just selfish of me...
Chase passed on...
Sorry if my singing annoys you.
Depressed... Does anyone know if Eden knows? They were pretty close...
I'm OK i guess.. I think we're all a little depressed though
I have no idea. Haven't seen Eden in a while...
I think there are still some people who don't know yet...
Oh, Em!
*Hugs*
I'm so sorry!
Em! [hugs]
Oh no. I'm scared for Fletcher...
I'm sorry Em *hugs*
Em!! *hugs like everyone else*
Hey Fab, Fawkes and Jubi... How are you?
BBS...
Hi everyone...
Hi, Em.
How are you doing, Em?
SorryI'm so distant.
Hey em! How are you?
Also, what dont lots of people know about yet? Because I don't know. Why should I be depressed?
You guys are talking like someone died.
I have to say it twice...
Chase has passed on.
I'm frustrated...
I just can't cry or just... think!
My head is just this big blur...
That's because someone did...
[Starts to sing again]
Oh my god. Im so, so sorry...
be right back.
What happened, if you dont mind me asking?
I keep singing in my head. I do that when I have a lot of emotion. I'm a very musically-oriented person.
I understand the blur... I've felt it before...
He had lung cancer... battled with it since he was 19...
But a week ago he contracted a lung infection that just tore apart his already weak lungs.
He was put on a ventilator to let the antibiotics fight the infection.
Then was taken off the ventilator but wouldn't wake up...
Suddenly early this morning, his heart just gave out. The doctors tried for a good 30 mins or so to try and resuscitate him but he just lost all his fight...
1:00 am they stopped resuscitating and he passed away...
Oh Em. Em, I am so, so sorry. I don't really know what to say... I never do in situations like these.
I'm so, so sorry...
But, Its just so weird... I mean, I remember him. I remember talking to him. And now he's just... gone.
That's what it's like, Cali. That's what it's always like...
I don't know what to say, either. I'm still here, just quiet.
I know Cali
I'm same as Fabi.
'Drifting' by Enya.
Hello, Zaf.
Hiya
*doesnt even bother climbing tree just sits petting Derek-lizard*
Hey guys!
Hi, Sev.
SEPH!!!! hi...
I got my goat feet for my costume today. They're so uncomfortable, but they make me tall. First time in my life.
You look amazing in them Seph :P
Goat feet?
Hi Seph.
We doing You're A Good Man Charlie Brown and its fuuun!
Yeah, Fabi. We're doing Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. I'm Mr. Tumnus.
Zaf, what part are you?
Ah, that explains it.
I'm in 'Sideways Stories from Wayside School' as Mrs. Jewls.
I'm ensamble but eh im a freshman so as i get older i get better parts senority rules
Cool, Zaf. I can't wait until I'm in high school and can do the plays. We have 8th Grade Production so I can do that.
And last year the high school did Oliver! so they needed orphans/pickpockets for that. They recruited a bunch of 6th/7th graders. It was really fun.
*sits up in the tree, looking out over Blogland lake*
That sounds fun! For the play we had elementary kids help
*climbs up by Em*
Want a poptart?
I'm doing just the opposite, guest performing with the middle school kids. The other high-schoolers are doing 'Fiddler on the Roof.'
Hi Emerald. How are you doing?
Lucky!
Last year the high school did Oklahoma! Which was awesome!!
Em!
[Looks at lake. Skips stone across the surface, three bounces. Stands in silence]
Hi again everyone. I'm back. Hi Calidae... Sorry you had to stumble into all this... I'm Aretha. Well, that's kind of obvious, but anyway. Emerald, if you're still there... I know that blur, too. For me it took a few days to pass... For you, I don't know only time will tell. But we're for you. You know that. <3
He would always write the best songs looking out over the water...
He would purposely make a point to go travelling with his guitar to a beach or a lake...
Now the water is just silent again...
Look down look down you'll always be a slave
Look down look down you're standing on your grave
*has been crying*
*is now sniffling*
Please tell me someone's on...
[Sings]
Distant flickerings,
greener scenery
This weathers bringing it
All back again...
Emmy I'm not usually nice but
*stands look over water*
I Zafira Kerias Grand Mage of America honor Chase's life he was a Minion in my book a Minion who lost his life he was called from our world, I honor him for what he did in his life may he rest in peace watching us all especially Em
Hi guys...
Em.
*hugs tightly*
Hi Lavender.
*sits down again looking at stars*
Hey Lav, I'm on. So are a few others, it seems. Thank you for that, Grand Mage.
*nods*
I did what was right. Derek once said peace and love and said I had issues but i think i proved him wrong i may be differently sane but i do show peace and love
Hi Lavender.
I have to practice my flute now... Will be distant.
There's a story I read just now called Yukie(yoo-kee-eh)-chan's wish. It's a English translated Japanese book. It's about a girl who had an illness and it reminded me a lot of Chase... which is why I was crying. But I would like to tell you, because it has a good meaning.
And I think it could help with the grief.
My friend gave it to me yesterday. After the news of Chase. I think it was meant to be. I'd like to share it. Although it's a bit long to type... But I'll try. Because I think you should read it.
*smiles*
Do you hear the people sing? Singing a song of angry men
its is the music of the people who will not be slaves again
"I have a wish. I wish for everyone to create a world where he/she knows that each person is important and wonderful existence." -Yukie
Please note that with Japanese, the translation could be odd. And pronunciation is also a bit different.
a- ah, e- eh, i- ee, o- oh, u- oo
Sorta its the lyrics to one song from Les Miserables the French singing about revolting
He probably just said that jokingly, knowing him... But anyway, you definitely do the right thing. You did it here, and even though I didn't know you before two days ago, you must have been doing the right thing in order to have amassed so many loyal followers.
Em, I sent you something...
A world where everybody acknowledges everyone else as important... I'm going to be perfectly honest, that sounds a lot like Blogland to me. That's why I love it so much here.
This is a tale about a young girl's wish to share her story. It is a message of appreciation, acceptance, and most importantly, hope- a hope for a better world. It is an honor to help share Yukie-chan's story. You will learn of a young girl's wish for the world to accept and appreciate everyone. Who knows? With your help, perhaps Yukie-chan's wish will change many more lives. Thank you very much.
-the English translation team.
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=c6gvE8MGsfo
Watch it thats all i say xD Derek and Em and a bit of mentionong pf me
Haha no Zaf that's the next line to the song :P
wait... where you talking to me??? lol
Anyne xD
Hello, hi, how are you?
I read it...
*still sitting in the tree*
*finally starts to cry*
There it is... my first 24 hours without you...
It's felt like 24 centuries...
DUCK!!! hi
Hey Duck.
*hugs Em*
*Hugs Em*
It's okay...
*laighs*
So when Em went to see him I was at the fair by me so my friend and i were scared to death i was onna get told off by Derek like i dunno what he'd do! So i saw the video shakinf from fright, ers word of advice dont explode Ireland! Derek is like Big Brother
Hi Bloggers and commenters
Em calm down Em calm down!!!
*hugs Iriminion*
Just close your eyes the sun is going down you'll be alright
Oh, Em, I'm so, so sorry... *hugs tightly without any intention of letting go*
Let me tell you about Yukie-chan. I am a teacher at a school for children with chronic illnesses such as heart ailments, asthma, kidney disease and other conditions that make it difficult to attend regular schools. Yukie-chan was one of my students.
Yukie-chan had an illness called MS. MS stands for Multiple Sclerosis. When people with MS run a fever, they can lose their eyesight and their ability to move their arms and legs. This doesn't mean they will never see or walk again. Through physical therapy they can often regain some vision and mobility. But it's difficult to recover fully and in many cases people with MS gradually lose their vision and their ability to move their limbs. And sometimes the loss of vision and mobility is perminant. So you see, I always thought how scary it must be for her each time she had another attack, but Yukie-chan always, always recovered with courage.
Yukie-chan's name consists of two characters: "YUKI" for snow and "E" for painting. [It is pronounced you-kee-eh. "Chan" is a term of endearment.]
Hi Random... The Irish do have funny accents... Are you an Aussie?
*jumps down from the tree*
*walks away from the lake*
I think Aussies and Irish do but im American so
I'm sorry. That's all I can write now.
I'll post it on my blog...
I'm really sorry I can't finish it. I have to go.
*hugs Em again*
Stay strong, Em. Please. Don't give up.
Bye guys. I'm sorry again.
I'm sorry Em. *hugs Em*
Bye, Lavender.
*Looks at Em*
You know you have like four people hugging you while your walking?
Why yes, I am an Aussie.
We're all walking with her as we hug her. And Lavender, don't be sorry.
*stops trying to walk away*
I know...
I'm not used to all this attention...
I should probably actually leave... Going bak and forth between flute and Blogland doesn't work particularly well.
I'm sorry again, Em. If there's anything I can do, let me know.
CALI! hi...
*back
*Shakes Random's hand*
Nice to know there is another Oz out there! Not trying to sound like a stalker, what State/Territory are you?
poofing- I'll ded this later...
Em, as Fab said, if there is ANYTHING we can do, just ask
:( In all my time on blogland, I've nly ever met ONE other NZer. Its sad.
Aretha, I can ded for you!!
Bbs...
Back just to say I don't know how long it'll be till I come on again(meaning today of course.) I have to help people clean floors. Might take a while.
Bye again.
Is anyone else here?
I'm still here Jubi! But I have to get off and do my L.A.
Sorry.
Im here too, just distant :)
Oh... BYE SEPH! :(
HI CALI! :P
I'm from NSW Death Rose, in the Central West
I am not here, but I will be back to haunt you soon.
I'm here too...
Em...
[Trails off. Looks at torn-up four-leaf clover that was too late]
Hey Everyone who's still here!
^^
Hello Jubi.
I'm back now.
[Haunts]
I'm here too
[Looks for another song]
I'm soo terrified Fabi
AAH FABI'S HAUNTING ME!
Ok, I'm back.
Well, I'm going now. Got stuff to do
Hi Aretha, Bye Duck!
ok... BYE DUCK!
I keep coming back to 'Fix You.'
I'm writing this funky story.. It's really wierd and the woman in it reminds me a lot about China... But I didn't mean for her to be like that at all... heh heh heh
Yeah Fabi??
*walks over and looks at the clover*
Wow...
I'm really sorry this had to happen to you...
I don't know what else to say...
The clover, considering typing time, I found it just as he died.
If there's anything I can do to help, let me know.
Yeah... he always had that effect on things and people...
You don't have to know what to say to me Fabi, the fact that you and everyone else is talking to me like a normal human being instead of just sitting there staring at me.
It means more to me then you'll ever know.
Glad it helps.
I gtg, it's dinner time for me. Bye
BYE FABI!
Anyone there???
I dedicate this page to Blogland. I only joined this community two days ago, but already I've seen kindness beyond belief. You've all felt true pain, and you're struggling to deal with life, yet you can still manage to have fun, and you're still so kind to everyone. Blogland is like a ideal community; everyone is treated like they really matter, and everyone is welcome. You all support each other and literally every single one of you is such a great person... Just being here and reading these strengthens my faith in humanity so much. Sometimes in everyday life we can forget how exceptional people can be, but you guys help me remember.
I also dedicate this page to Em and Chase. There's really nothing I can say... Only, try to stay strong, Emerald, and we're here for you.
I'll end this with a quote from Naruto Shippuden-
"The loss of a loved one is hard to accept... We convince ourselves there's no way they could die."
Star, you're kind, friendly, funny, bubbly, and accepting. But you're also WISE. The thing you said about purpose, I have a feeling that'll stick with me my whole life.
Em, in times of doubt, just remember that we're ALL here for you, every Bloglandian, and we're not oblivious to your pain. In some small way, we can feel what you are feeling. A slice of it. Because when discovered that Chase had left his body, I felt it. And I can tell that each and every Bloglandian felt it when they found out. Even the ones who haven't been here or known you or Chase for as long as others have. We all felt this loss in some small way. So, when you're sad...we're sad too. You're not on your own.
So, this is really off topic, but... I'm trying to calm myself down by writing a bit, but I'm not sure what to write about- any ideas? What would be interesting to know about my Blogland self?
Hello, all.
Back. Hi!
Aretha, I'm thinking on that one, not totally ignoring you.
Hi Kessie! How was dance? (You did have dance today, right? Or was I accidentally making that up?)
Aretha, maybe what you can do? Like an example of how you work as an assassin? I don't really know...
Hi, Fabi.
Dance was fine. We've started learning our dances for recital.
When's your recital? My next one is in February, for all the non-ballet classes (since they weren't in the Nutcracker).
I could do that... *is beggining to write scene in head* Yeah, that could work nicely. Maybe... I think I'll do the first person I ever killed. Yeah. Sounds right. Thanks Fabi! And Hi, Kestrel. What are you performing?
Good luck, Aretha! You're welcome!
As a really small school, we only do one a year, and they're all individual dances, not part of a story. It's in late May.
Hi, Aretha. Nothing in particular.
That sounds fun! Good luck.
Hello everyone :P
Hello, Jubi.
*hugs everyone*
Hey Kessie :)
*gets hugged* :P
Good luck, Kessie!
Our studio is fairly big, we have shows twice a year.
I got my first DEMI-SOLO in the nutcracker this year!!! So excited, still! It went really well, so there's a good chance I'll get another one in our summer show, which we start rehearsing in March or April. I'm so excited!!! Ballet has never been my string suit, so to get a DEMI-SOLO!!!
*strong suit
Hello Jubi.
[is hugged]
Wow, congrats, Fabi! *hugs and hands a lollipop* You like candy, don't you?
I DO!!!
xP
[Takes lollipop] Thanks, Aretha!
Depends on the candy, but mostly yeah.
A solo? That's awesome. (it really is, I'm just not really willing to use exclamation points at the moment)
*has just been fanned by Em on Wattpad*
*starts crying again*
[Offers Jubi a lollipop shaped like an umbrella]
*offers Kessie a bag of Hershey's Kisses*
EW NOT UMBRELLAS!!
Masquerade!
Paper faces on parade,
Masquerade!
Hide your face so the world will never find you,
Masquerade!
Every face a different shade,
Masquerade!
Look, there's another mask behind you!
*takes Hershey Kisses* *eats them* Thanks.
*looks at song above*
*hums Façade*
[Crying is contagious. Mask flies off and sobs begin]
*Hands Fabi another bag of Hershey's Kisses*
Hershey's Kisses are happy
:D
[Takes bag of Hershey's kisses. Hands Jubi organic M&Ms, the only non-umbrella candy to be found in Fabi's bag]
Thanks!! *takes M&Ms*
SUGAR HIGH!!!
Well, I've got a bit of a break.
Everyone's helping. It's pretty fun. Except my fingers are practically frozen. I'm either going to have a lot of typos or I'll respond late.
Hi.
*hugs Fabi again* What's an organic M&M?
*nods* Hershey Kisses are amazing.
[Nibbles a Hersheys kiss half-heartedly]
Yeah what is an organic M&M????
Hi, Lav.
Why are your fingers frozen?
LAAV!!! hi...
Hi, Lavender!
It's not really M&MS brand, just these organic multi-colored chocolate candies my mom likes to get. Theyre basically the same thing as M&Ms only with natural colors and no artificial ingredients.
I'm helping with cleaning. Floors. Looking really shiny now!(it's marble)
We used towels to clean and my fingers are frozen from it. Thank goodness for autocorrect.
Hope your fingers are better soon.
Haha :)
*eats a handful of organic M&Ms*
You're one of the only people I've heard thanking autocorrect. Most curse it. In fact, mine is now convinced that 'the' is 'Tge'.
Thanks Fabi. I'm sitting by a heater, so that's helping a bit.
LOL! how many times to you misspell "the"???
*is crying a bit* I'll be distant- I'm attempting to write a thing.
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