Did not help that Toby slept with me and everytime I woke up and thought about getting up, I didn't because I was afraid of disturbing his cute little self. Most adorable sleeping puppy ever.
- Mood:
frustrated
Since I made this little soundtrack CD, I've been listening to the songs over and over, and I'm amazed at how much work I've actually done on EtF tonight. This might just be the key to banishing DWB, at least for a while. Yay! :D
- Mood:
creative - Music:Anakin's Dark Deeds - John Williams
Also, I rather dislike the scene at the end where Saba takes Leia's lightsaber and tells her it's a terrible weapon that isn't worthy of her newfound skills as a Jedi Knight, even though she built it twenty years ago and has used it, with much success, ever since then. Because only a full Jedi Knight can construct a good lightsaber, right? And that's why Luke made a new lightsaber for himself when he became Grand Master of the... oh that's right. He still uses the same lightsaber he built when he was like 22 or 23 years old, at a time when, according to Yoda, he still wasn't a full Jedi. But I guess he's Luke, so that's okay, right Saba? I'm sorry, but I thought lightsabers were difficult to make, and if it wasn't done properly, it wouldn't work at all or it would blow up or something. So how could Leia's be terrible? I don't know, maybe I'm wrong, but I really liked it that Leia built that saber when she was younger and was still using it. And I didn't think there was any reason that it shouldn't be a good weapon, especially since she built it with her own hands.
Meh. I'm done ranting about it for now. This is what happens when I do research from the books I don't like.
- Mood: frustrated
Anyway, so I thought that was the end of the annoyance. But no, now when I go to use my trusty google search bar, it tells me, no matter what I've typed in, that my query looks like an automated one used by spyware and virus software. It's basically suggesting that I've got spyware on my computer. Hello, didn't I just take care of this problem a few hours ago? Please, google, tell me where the evil files are, and I'll gladly remove them. I think if everytime I do a search in a new browser I successfully type in your little word, I shouldn't be required to keep doing it.
What's another good reliable search engine I could use in the meantime? Hmm...
*grumblegrumble*
- Mood: frustrated
Part One of The Dark Fire Chronicles is complete. Completely complete. Honestly, the more I read some parts of the last two or three chapters, the more I hate myself as a writer, but the thing is done, finished, and now I can move on.
This experience has made me realize how bad I am at writing space battles. But I suppose what makes it worse is writing an AU version of a battle from the movies. Because we all know how it looks in our heads, so why do I need to actually describe it again? Well, let's just hope my future action scenes are better written (and not complete rip-offs of the films).
Last full chapter may have been a tad rushed at times, but I am fairly pleased with the epilogue.
I still can't believe I've actually finished part one after 6 years.
I swear to God, if it takes me 6 more years to finish this story, I might hurt myself. Really. Or just abandon it. (No, not really.)
Ah! I still can't believe I made it!
- Mood:
relieved
Just had the intense urge to listen to "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue." Not sure where it came from all of a sudden, but I'm listening to it now and feeling very thoughtful/content/emotional. I'm just feeling.
I've never been a huge Bob Dylan fan, (don't thwack me, Gabri!) but after taking a lit class two years ago that focused on his music and lyrics, I began to appreciate him a lot more. And there are several of his songs that moved me from the moment I first listened to them. This is one of them.
- Mood:
content - Music:Bob Dylan - It's All Over Now, Baby Blue
I know I should be patient and get several more chapters written and betaed, but I am just itching to post Enter the Foreign. I don't know why - maybe because I've been working on aspects of it for at least two years now? I just feel that urge, but I'm afraid if I don't wait, I'll end up posting sporadically and not finishing for five years. :P
Decisions, decisions.
- Mood:
restless
It took me 15 months, but I finally updated The Dark Fire Chronicles.
Whoa.
I sobbed like a baby. Holy crap.
It was one of those things where I immediately wanted to tell everyone about this movie, and I think my brother and sister thought I was a little crazy. Luke was more understanding, but I think since I cry during a lot of movies, none of them realize that I was bawling my eyes out. Like more than usual.
I have so missed watching animated films. Especially the ones that are hand-drawn, not computer animated. (Although some of those are still very good.)
Oh my God, I get emotional just thinking about this movie. What is the matter with me?
- Mood:
jubilant
So apparently this is me:
Your result for The Social Persona Test (What kind of man/woman are you?) ...
The Man-Eater (NTAF)
Normal Traditional Alpha Female
Let's face it; mercy is not your strong suit. You have an idea of how your man should be, and by golly, he's going to be that way, whether he likes it or not. Just remember that it is easier to find someone that already fits most of your standards, rather than trying to change the one at hand. The good news is that you are an alpha female. Don't change that bit; There aren't enough of you.
You are more NORMAL than QUIRKY.
You are more TRADITIONAL than LIBERAL.
You are more DOMINANT than PASSIVE.
When picking a date, consider: The Suit (NTAM)
And no, you're not the only one scratching your head. I too am trying to figure out when I became a maneater. :P
- Mood:
amused
Well, I suppose if I'm going to avoid, I might as well accomplish something in the process. I'm gonna take another crack at some action scenes that have been holding me back for too long. *glances at DFC file* That's right, I'm looking at you, epic story of epicness. I'm not waiting another 6 years to finish you.
- Mood:
bored
- Mood: amused
Oh, and I got a puppy two weeks ago, and he's the most adorable thing ever. :D He takes up a lot of time, but he's a lot more fun than school or work.
Actually started working on DFC again tonight. Watched ANH to get in the mood - God, I love that movie. I'm still deathly afraid of writing this whole space battle thing, but I think it'll be broken up enough that maybe no one will notice that I can't write action sequences to save my life. Plus, I think anyone who is still following DFC will forgive me if it means finishing Part One. :P
My post-LOTF-ish era AU fic of awesomeness is basically all planned out and waiting to be written. I've written several excerpts from various places throughout the story, but there's still a lot to do to string them all together. Very excited to write this one, folks.
Also, am still in the planning stages for the VOS sequel. Lots of angsty, dark ideas floating around. It's going to be deliciously angst-ridden. There will be a dance o' angst. (Have I used the word 'angst' enough yet?)
Like I mentioned sometime last year, I already got a jump start on DFC Part 2, and I've been working on that some more, too. It's been a lot of fun. I'm just really enjoying having the time to write, even if it's just little excerpts here and there. Yes, I know I should buckle down and focus on one thing, but I think this is me just reacting to the sudden freedom in my life.
Oh, fan fiction. I'm such a nerd.
EDIT: Had a request for puppy pictures. I've never posted a picture on here and I'll probably screw it up, so here's one picture, the best one, IMO. My puppy's name is Toby. :D
- Mood: productive
My brother is the coolest. My birthday was this past Sunday, and he called to tell me my gifts were in the mail. As in plural. I got the first one on Monday and the second one today. So what cool birthday presents did my dear little brother think to send me?
Star Wars Mighty Muggs.
Yeah, you heard me.
made from 100% recycled awesome
No, really, that's what it said on the box. I nearly fell over when I read that. He sent me the ESB Luke Skywalker (with detachable right hand) and Darth Vader. I don't think he knew Luke's hand detaches, because when I called him to thank him, we had a good long laugh over it. That, and the big purpley-red bruise under his left eye. I haven't taken them out of the boxes yet because even the boxes crack me up. And Mighty Muggs Darth Vader is pretty sweet. It actually kind of reminds me of Darth Stewie in Blue Harvest. :D
100% recycled awesome. *giggles*
Yep, my brother is so cool. I have six months to think of an equally awesome gift for him.
- Mood: excited
So I just started watching the Sarah Connor Chronicles online yesterday because, for a reason I can't quite remember, I was curious as to whether it was any good. I can now say, after watching the entire first season, that I am hooked.
Don't get me wrong, there are still things about the continuity that bug me. I can be a real stickler for dates and how much time has passed. (Like the fact that, according to the SCC, Kyle Reese was 8 years old on Judgment Day, when in T1 he states that he did not see the war, but rather grew up afterward. Or how about T2 taking place 2-3 years before the 1997 Judgment Day, but at the start of the show it is 1999 and only two years have passed since T2? You know, just little details like that.) And I know it was only the first season, but I was dying for some kind of reference from John or Sarah about the good Terminator from T2, especially since John was so attached to him. Still, I thought it was cool how Silberman referenced that scene in T2 where they come for Sarah at Pescadero. (I love that scene, by the way... Sarah taking Arnold's hand... hell, I just love the whole damn movie.)
My point is, despite some of those contunuity flubs that I've seen, I still really enjoyed watching the series so far, and I will most likely make it a point to watch it once it starts back up in a few days. The Terminator movies (1 and 2, at least) are some of my very favorite movies, and I feel like the show stays true to a lot of the feel of the movies. As a Kyle Reese fan, I was happy to see him mentioned more than once, and actually even show up multiple times in flashbacks and as a kid. I guess I'm looking at this show like a piece of incredible, off-the-charts fanfic. You know, the kind that blows your mind and makes you hungry for more. The AUs that you know don't quite fit with the real timeline, but you still want to know what happens, and the characters are still true to the originals. While I miss Linda Hamilton's presence as Sarah, I think Headey does a pretty good job, and I enjoy watching Dekker's take on John.
Overall, I am pleased with the show. (But I still hope the new Terminator movie doesn't follow off of either the show or T3, simply because both have screwed up the timeline. And yes, I know I'm being picky.)
If only they could play the music from the movie in the show! That would be just amazing.
Oh yeah, almost forgot about my new dragon eggs! (And I did not even know the purple one had cracked. Joy!)
Pretty colors :D
My dragons are now hatchlings! I'm not sure if I want to give them general names now or wait until I know if they're female or male. Decisions, decisions...
So swimming starts back up a week from tomorrow, and I'm supposed to be getting back in the water this week to prepare for it. *headdesk*
But I had a very restful weekend in Indiana with my hubby and my brother. We saw a bunch of old friends and made several new ones, which was awesome.
I'm ready to be more proactive in my life.
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dragonspam, so hopefully they let me in soon. I blame you, Gabri, for showing off all your pretty dragons. *pouts* my dragons are going to die. *headdesk*
Holy crap, I can't believe I actually got the eggs to show up. Take that, HTML!
EDIT: Note to self - it probably isn't wise to try to get as many eggs as possible when you have no fricking clue what you're doing.
EDIT 2: New egg, because I thought an egg shrouded in fog sounded cool. :P
Finally finished writing Veil of Shadows last night and promptly sent it off to Gabri for betaing.
*sigh of relief*
It feels really good to finish something. I've been chipping away at The Dark Fire Chronicles for so long that I'd forgotten what it was like to finish a multi-poster. Unfortunately, the amount of time I've spent away from the DFC has allowed the plot bunnies to breed freely. I think I've mentioned before that I have ideas for post-LOTF era AUs (mostly because I'm feeling the angstiness, and because I guess I feel the need to make some sense of that crazy series.) Also getting a head start on DFC part 2, because frankly, I just want to be done and over with part 1.
*peeks into fanfic folder*
Since I'm somewhat bored and feeling pretty content and happy with myself, I think I'll just rattle off all the projects I want to work on in the upcoming months/years:
1) DFC, part 1 -- attempt to finish, dear God, please
2) DFC, part 2 -- completely finish the outline and get the dang thing written before another 5 years goes by
3) post-LOTF era AU -- won't go into details, but I will say that this is one I am really looking forward to writing. After VOS, this one has been vying for my attention, and it's very hard to ignore. :D
4) Sequel to VOS!!! -- (Gabri, I'd say this also calls for multiple exclamation marks) ;) -- this is still in the early planning stages, but it will answer many of the questions that VOS didn't (and yes, that was intentional - I would hate for my readers to think I strung them along just to drop a plot element off completely) Oh, and it will feature... *drumroll* Mara's baby! (And, unlike the Twilight series, it will deal with the consequences of teen motherhood, as Mara is 17 in VOS and will be about 18 in the sequel... sorry if anyone who reads this is in love with Twilight, because while I understand it's popularity, I dislike it very much)
5) If I ever get this far... DFC, part 3! -- the final chapter in my epic saga! :P
No other major projects on the horizon, although my adventures in the world of dark!Luke and dark!Leia hating each other has made me want to write more of it. I really think sometimes they are more interesting when they're at odds the way I portray them in VOS. *scratches chin*
I really do love angst. One of my favorite themes is redemption, and there's plenty of angst on that road. Angst angst angst. (I know, I know. Go to sleep, Vi)
Not sure if I will go to bed yet, but this post is getting a little too random. And I'm having trouble seeing the screen, but that might be because I only have one contact lens in. (New glasses wont be ready for maybe 2 weeks, and I want them now for my late night internet!)
Insomnia sucks. I blame the rental I guarded at a few nights ago where I didn't get home until almost 5am. My sleep schedule has been skewed ever since.
Ok, I'm going now. Really.
I have been surprisingly productive in the writing department today. Methinks I will start posting my newest fic on the JC tomorrow. :D
It'll be exciting to have a new multi-post story. I love the DFC, but it's nice to have totally different idea to work on.
- Mood: productive
Forgot to mention that I saw Iron Man with my sister on Friday night, and it was awesome. When it was over we looked at each other and basically said it was amazing and wow, didn't expect we'd be seeing the best superhero movie (in my humble opinion) to date. I just thought it would be interesting becuase it had Robert Downey Jr. who is what, 40-something?, playing the superhero, but I was blown away. So we went again the next night with my husband and parents. Don't know if they loved it quite as much as my sister and I did, but that's okay. And now I hear they're making a new Incredible Hulk movie and that Iron Man has a cameo? That might just make me offer up my $9 to go see it, even though the first Hulk was kind of a dud. (This one has all new actors though, so maybe it'll be good.)
Oh yeah, and I want to be Iron Man. Because I've always wanted to fly. And blow up bad guys. And have a house powered by technology that looks like it would be right at home in a Star Wars movie. :D
- Mood:
pleased
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